⭐️ “The Blue House is an escape into nature like I’ve never experienced.” 🌸 A private staircase leads you to the blue waters of Rio Celeste. Soak in the refreshing river, then warm up by the fire. Spot the toucans from the patio. 💙 Private Rio Celeste access ❄️ AC in every room 🪴 360° covered patio 🚗 Onsite, secure parking for 3 vehicles 🔥 fire pit with rainforest view ☕️ Fully equipped kitchen 🦥 Safe + quiet neighborhood ✈️ 1 hr 40 min drive from LIR international airport (LIR) The space ⭐️ "The house is centrally located near all the major attractions in the area, so you can choose to be on the go or simply sit and relax in nature." THE BLUE HOUSE offers ➡️ Huge gardens ➡️ Starlink Wifi ➡️ 32-inch smart TV ➡️ Boardgames, cards and reading material ➡️ Covered wraparound patio ➡️ Screens on all windows, to keep out unwanted visitors ➡️ 10 minute drive to Tenorio Volcano National Park ➡️ Restaurants within a short walk or drive ⭐ "Such cool little family adventures right there in the backyard." ⭐️ "There is nothing like waking up to the sound of the rushing river." ⭐ "The gardens were beautiful and we walked them several times." Guest access Entire house plus amenities is included in this rental. Please, make yourself at home. I am here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. I’m only a phone call or message away. You will be able to self-check in upon arrival, with keycode entry. 🛑 There is no access to a washer or dryer at The Blue House. The machines are strictly for washing the house linen. Please pack accordingly. ❤️ Save our property to your wish list, so you can find us easily next time ❤️ Please note our gardens are expansive and we take pride in keeping them tidy and beautiful. Gardener Gerardo works in the garden every Monday from 10am until 3pm. He's very friendly, please say 'Buenos dias / Buenas tardes'. Other things to note The color of the river varies depending on rainfall in the area. The river is best for ‘sitting and soaking’ NOT swimming. The river is best for children aged 4+ and is not suitable for pregnant women or those with mobility issues. Please remember that you are staying in a house, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to take action ASAP, but there is no one living on site 24/7. There is no access to a washing machine or dryer, please pack accordingly. ➡️ The bath towels and river towels are strictly for use at the property. Please do not remove the towels from the property.

## The Space

The Blue House offers a unique retreat immersed in nature. A private staircase leads directly to the blue waters of Rio Celeste, where you can enjoy a refreshing soak in the river before warming up by the fire pit. From the patio, you might spot toucans in the surrounding rainforest.

This home features:

- Private access to Rio Celeste
- Air conditioning in every room
- A 360° covered wraparound patio
- Onsite secure parking for three vehicles
- Fire pit with views of the rainforest
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Safe and quiet neighborhood

The house is centrally located near major local attractions, allowing you to choose between adventure and relaxation in nature.

Additional amenities include:

- Expansive gardens
- Starlink Wi-Fi
- 32-inch smart TV
- Board games, cards, and reading materials
- Screens on all windows to keep out insects
- A 10-minute drive to Tenorio Volcano National Park
- Restaurants within walking distance or a short drive

Guests have described the experience as perfect for family adventures right in the backyard, waking up to the sound of the rushing river, and enjoying beautiful garden walks.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire house and its amenities. Self-check-in is available via keycode entry. The host is available by phone or message but respects guests’ privacy and level of interaction.

Please note:

- There is no washer or dryer available for guest use; these machines are reserved for washing house linens. Plan accordingly.
- Bath towels and river towels are provided for use on the property only and should not be taken offsite.

## Additional Information

The gardens are large and well-maintained by the gardener, Gerardo, who works every Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. He is friendly and welcomes greetings in Spanish.

The river’s color changes depending on rainfall and is ideal for sitting and soaking rather than swimming. It is suitable for children aged 4 and older but not recommended for pregnant guests or those with mobility challenges.

Please remember that this is a private home, not a hotel. Treat the space with respect. While the host will address any issues promptly, there is no staff onsite 24/7.

## Location

The Blue House is approximately a 1 hour and 40 minute drive from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR).

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Private Access to Rio Celeste River • AC • Firepit - Houses for Rent in Guatuso, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica

We 100% recommend living the experience! We were very happy enjoying the river. It was a short stay, but we were able to rest, disconnect, and have a very pleasant time with family. The facilities are very nice, but the most special thing is the nature. The garden is full of flowers, and having direct access to the river makes this accommodation a truly unique place.

Recomendamos 100 % vivir la experiencia! Nos sentimos muy felices disfrutando el rio, fue una estadía corta pero pudimos descansar, desconectarnos y pasar un tiempo en familia muy agradable. Las instalaciones son muy lindas pero lo más especial es la naturaleza, el jardín está lleno de flores y tener el acceso directo al río hacen de este hospedaje realmente un sitio único.

The grounds are breathtaking! We enjoyed finding wildlife right there- there was a toucan when we arrived, butterflies, hummingbirds, and even a poison dart frog. We loved the private stairs right down to Rio Celeste.  It was like a little hidden paradise! I only wished we stayed more than one night!

The Blue House is a wonderful place to sit back, relax and enjoy being somewhere special. The garden was full of butterflies when it was sunny and dart frogs when it was raining! The steps down to the river open up an area that feels totally private, your own Costa Rican river and a lovely place to stay cool during the day. The Blue House was spotless and beautifully presented, the fire pit was enjoyed by all and overall we all enjoyed our stay. Anisa recommend a night walk which we all found huge fun and can also recommend.

We had a great stay in this home. It has a nice outdoor space, so we could enjoy eating outside and playing games and roasting the marshmallows in the evening that were already ready for us.

We hadden een fijn verblijf in deze woning. Het heeft een fijne buitenruimte, dus we konden lekker buiten eten en spelletjes doen en in de avond de marshmallows roosteren die al voor ons klaar lagen.

We loved our stay at the blue house. Besides it being a little difficult to get to, it is worth the bumpy drive. It’s very private, a beautiful garden and private river access. The house was spacious and cozy. Anisa is a great host with lots of helpful suggestions. We loved the river tubing adventure.

Nous avons adoré notre séjour à la maison bleue.

Very happy to hear you loved your stay Charles!

The Blue House was superb and unique. The beautiful garden, the flowers and the shrubs—everything was well thought out. A quiet and relaxing place immersed in nature. We really appreciated the brazier for a comforting moment. It's a house for enjoying nature and connecting with it. The friendly lady who sells her homemade cheese is excellent!!!

The Blue House était superbe et unique. Le jardin magnifique, les fleurs et les arbustes, tout était bien pensé. Un endroit calme et relaxant immergé dans la nature. Le brasero vraiment apprécié pour un moment réconfortant. C’est une maison pour apprécier la nature et s’y connecter. La sympathique dame qui vend son fromage maison est excellent!!!

Sonia I love that you walked down the road to buy fresh local cheese from our neighbor Gladys. See you next time!

We had a two week vacation in Costa Rica and stayed in 5 different towns and in 5 different properties and The Blue House was by far our favorite! It was very private on beautiful grounds. Being able to walk and get into the river was a highlight of our trip! This was our first time to Rio Celeste and it has now become one of our favorite areas and it has a lot to do with Anisa’s recommendations of things to do in the area. We also enjoyed the fire pit at night with the sound of the forest! The sleeping areas were comfortable, showers were hot and kitchen was well equipped. If you’re looking for a place in Rio Celeste - this is the BEST!

A forever memory for our family! We loved this home so very much. It was even better than expected! Paradise for sure! We will be back. Thank you so much Anisa & Rio Celeste for the memories!

A great stay! Beautiful grounds to walk around and truly impressive craftsmanship around the house. We had three young kids with us and they felt safe and whimsical - such a beautiful space! The private river access and bonfire really took it over the top - such an incredible, secluded, and special property!

All I can say is WOW!  I’m only sad that we couldn’t stay longer. When you drive onto the property you first notice the beautiful landscaping. The house is tucked back from the road and has wonderful outdoor seating - multiple clusters of chairs and a gorgeous table with seating for at least 8.  There is a great set of stairs down to the river. Even though we visited after a lot of rain, the blue was still vibrant and we were able to wade in. While relaxing in the river one morning, we saw a monkey, a very cool frog, many birds and giant blue butterflies. We took advantage of the marshmallows and fire pit to enjoy s’mores to end our night. Inside the house was clean and had all the basics we needed for our stay. Make sure you take note of the directions because it’s not easy to find without them! We would definitely recommend!!!

Anisa's yard was beautifully maintained. There are so many beautiful plants. My kids enjoyed searching for poison dart frogs. The recommended tubing trip in the area was a must do! Anisa is an incredible host who cares deeply about providing a great experience!

Anisa’s place on the Rio Celeste was a DREAM! The driveway up to the house was stunning and then you get to the beautiful home and paradise awaits in the back and down the stairs to the river. Our family of 6 had the most amazing stay and cannot wait to return in the future. The flora and Fauna there was unforgettable.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review Rachel! We're thrilled your family enjoyed the magic of the property, from the scenic drive in to the private river and the incredible wildlife that makes Rio Celeste so special. It was a pleasure hosting your family, and we'd love to welcome you back for another rainforest adventure anytime!

The blue house is a truly majestic setting. When we arrived, it was meticulously, clean and well prepared with stacks of wood for the fire pit looking out to  beautiful flower gardens in all directions. It was a short walk through the backyard to the river, which was breathtaking. Went for a swim. The little green and black dart frogs along the path and abundant wildlife made it truly magical. Important to stock up on groceries on the way in, though there are a lot of sodas in the area at which you can eat. Beds were very comfortable.

Great location. Surrounded by nature. Private access to the Rio Celeste

This property was beautiful on so many levels.  The lush garden and private access to the river made us feel like we were in on some kind of special secret that few people would ever be lucky enough to experience.  Entering the driveway we were all ‘woooow’ and that was before we’d even opened the door or gone out the back!  The home was thoughtfully organized, everything you could possibly think of was provided (and labeled which made things so easy!).  The level of care here was evident and hugely appreciated.  We would stay here again in a heart beat - my only disappointment was that we didn’t book enough time …. Hats off to you Anisa for having one of the best Air BnB’s we’ve ever experienced.

This house is amazing, Perfect to get away and relax, found a new favorite spot,

This was the best AIRBNB we stayed at in Costa Rica. Beautiful wooden furniture, good amount of land to explore in the front and back of the house. The most comfortable beds and linens during our entire stay in the country. Not to mention the five min walk down to private part of Rio Celeste river. My boys found poison dart frogs (green, blue and red) on the property and was tons of fun exploring the property with flash lights at night. Anisa went out of her way to leave us Halal marshmallows which are not easy for find in Costa Rica. Overall 100% recommended. Only downside was that we were passing through and only got to stay one night.

This place was pure magic. ✨ The property itself is absolutely stunning — lush flowers everywhere, the most beautiful grounds, and an outdoor living space that made it almost impossible to leave. Every detail felt intentional, cozy, and deeply relaxing. The outdoor fireplace, the adorable furniture, and especially the outdoor shower nook were all above and beyond. But the real jewel was the river flowing right through the backyard. THAT BLUE COLOR IS DIVINE! Being able to sit by the water, listen to the jungle, watch wildlife move through the trees, and completely exhale into nature was unforgettable. Everything was easy, comfortable, and beautifully cared for. It’s one of those rare places where the property itself becomes part of the healing experience. Truly one of the most gorgeous and relaxing places I’ve ever stayed. I already want to come back. 💚

A secluded, peaceful, and comfortable home. The kitchen is very functional. The house is great for a small group or a family. We saw a few frogs and insects. The evenings by the fire were much appreciated by the children. Access to Teñorio Park is nearby, perfect for an early morning visit. We tried Gladys’ cheese on toast as recommended by the host. Private access to the river is a big plus; the water there is just the right temperature for a refreshing dip, but be careful not to trip over the big rocks! Despite an injury from those infamous pebbles, we left the house with unanimous regret.

Une maison isolée, paisible et confortable. La cuisine est très fonctionnelle. La maison est idéale pour un petit groupe ou une famille. Nous avons vu quelques grenouilles et insectes. Les soirée près du feu ont été très appréciées par les enfants. L’accès au parc de teñorio est proche, parfait pour s’y rendre le matin tôt. Nous avons goûté le fromage de Gladys sur du pain grillé comme conseillé par l’hôte. L’accès privatif à la rivière est un gros plus, l’eau y est rafraîchissante juste ce qu’il faut, attention aux chutes sur les gros cailloux ! Malgré une blessure dans ces fameux cailloux, nous avons quitté la maison avec regret à l’unanimité.

What a paradise! Not only is the house very pleasantly decorated, making you feel at home right away, but it also features a fully well-equipped kitchen, plenty of nice towels, and cozy seating areas around the house—all of which make it a fantastic place to stay. The enormous garden is another highlight, filled with so many colorful flowers, plants, and trees. But what truly makes the house special is the access from the garden to the beautiful river,Rio Celeste, where you can enjoy a peaceful and private paddle.

We had such a great stay at the Blue House! We loved the outdoor space, the fire pit, access to the river, and all of the wildlife we saw. Highly recommend!

An idyllic spot to enjoy the rainforest surroundings, lovely gardens surrounding the property, and the beautiful Rio Celeste.  Anisa’s place is well appointed with all you need to enjoy your stay.

🏡 Bonnie I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the lovely gardens, we love to walk them and look for poison dart frogs, hummingbirds and lizards. See you next time!

A USA was super responsive and a great host! The house was so cute and the river was gorgeous.

We had such a wonderful stay at The Blue House! There has been so much thought and intention put into that place. The landscaping is stunning and hard to believe but even better than the photos! We heard the howler monkeys in the morning, saw a few small lizards, beautiful birds and some colourful black and green dart frogs! The recommendations near by were spot on. The host was so attentive with great communication. It really helped make our last few days in Costa Rica unforgettable!

We loved our time at The Blue House in Rio Celeste. It's a beautiful place and the surroundings are breathtaking; we spent time lounging in the river, having morning coffee in comfy outdoor rocking chairs  while listening to the sounds of the river and having evening bonfires. We had so much fun doing the river tubing which is only 10 min down the road and enjoyed the Catarata waterfall hike in the national park as well.  Anisa was a very helpful and  responsive host. Highly recommend this stay!

The house was great and the grounds and river were beautiful. I loved that we were able to book for only one night as I would have hated to miss it.

My husband and I stayed here for a few days with our 1.5 year old son. The river access, spacious home, and toddler-friendly amenities (toys/high chair/pack and play/small table & chairs) were the main draws for us stay here and they made our trip so memorable and easy. We saw monkeys and so many birds in the outdoor space, which was really fun for all of us. Anisa was always quick to respond and gave us great activity and restaurant recommendations in the area, which kept us busy and well-fed during the time we spent away from the house. We really can't say enough about how incredible it was to have the river literal steps from the back door, and felt very comfortable bringing our toddler down to play in the shallower rocky areas. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it!

Incredible beauty by the river. Worked great for our family of 6 as a home base for activities around Rio Celeste. Tubing was our favorite!

A peaceful haven in the heart of the forest. What a wonderful discovery we’ve made!! Anisa is an exceptional host, and everything is arranged to ensure you have the best possible stay. There is plenty of fully functional cooking equipment. A variety of small touches awaited us. The beds are ultra-comfortable, and what can I say about the river for swimming and the scenery! Very close to several small markets, local restaurants, and attractions. I'll definitely be back!

Un havre de paix au coeur de la forêt. Quelle merveilleuse découverte avons nous fait!! Anisa est une hôte d'exception et tout est prévu pour qu'on passe le meilleur moment possible. Il y a beaucoup d'équipements de cuisson tout à fait fonctionnel. Un panoplie de petites attentions nous attendaient. Les lits sont ultra confortable et que dire de la rivière pour se baigner et du paysage! Très proche de plusieurs petits marchés, restaurants locaux, attractions. J'y retourne assurément!

We loved every minute of our stay at the Blue House. Anisa was responsive to all queries which made for an amazing stay. Through her tip sheet we booked a tubing experience which was so much fun. Our guides even stopped us to point out a sloth on our journey along the river. One of our guides, Christian, also led us on a night hike the following evening. He was so great and we saw SO much--even a giant toad leaping in front of a Fer-de-Lance. We didn't expect that to end well but the toad got away:) We also did the Rio Celeste waterfall hike on our own and spent hours in the gorgeous river behind the Blue House. Anisa even directed us to a place where we could observe a very active sloth (never guaranteed of course, but a place she had seen one a few weeks earlier). We made meals at the house in the well-equipped kitchen, and roasted marshmallows in the fire pit right outside of the patio area. The house was clean and inviting and the grounds exquisite! We can't wait to go back!

Lovely place to get a real local vibe. Beautiful gardens. Direct river access down 80 steps. 15 minute drive to Tenorio and other local attractions. Very quite without other tourists around. Temper your expectations to be consistent with the location (not like a home in the US or a new construction hotel). Anisa (the host) was very nice and easy to communicate with!

We visited Costa Rica in February with our family and this property was one of the best we booked! The host is kind, responsive, and everything was immaculately clean! The access to the river has very safe stairs and the additional outdoor surroundings are beautiful! Anisa was very responsive. My 5 year old had left his blanket and she was so kind and understanding to quickly contact the housekeeper and she brought it right out as we came back a few hours later to retrieve it. The home is very close to Tenorio national park and the Rio Celeste River tubing experience (within 10-25 minutes to both. The blue house was truly an unforgettable experience! Would recommend to anyone visiting this area.

The Blue House is very special - right on the Rio Celeste and surrounded by beautiful gardens that are constantly visited by hummingbirds and other birds.  My wife, 2 teens and I enjoyed our stay!  When we arrived the house was spotlessly clean - and had all the amenities we needed to cook when we wanted or just relax in a variety of locations around the property.  We even got to toast marshmallows over a fire - something we thought we’d only do in New England!

We loved out stay at The Blue House! It was a beautiful oasis. Our family of 6 (3 adults and 3 kids) fit very comfortably here. We spent 2 nights while exploring the Rio Celeste area. We loved the beautiful outdoor space. We played Uno outside and roasted marshmallows (the kids still can't get over how good the marshmallows Anisa provided were!). Anisa was very responsive and so helpful with local recommendations. We would absolutely stay again while in Rio Celeste!

What a beautiful and special location. Anisa was a wonderful host answering all of my questions about the trip. She made great local recommendations. Do not miss out on the tubing adventure she recommends! If you have a chance to visit this home, you won’t regret it!

Nice oasis in a touristic area. Great layout for entertainment and relaxing. Anise was particularly helpful with recommendations and local connections.

Anisa’s house is the definition of la Pura Vida de Costa-Rica, the house, the beautiful gardens, the pathway to the blue river, everything was impeccable! I have visited many Airbnb’s and this one is probably the best one so far. The kitchen is so well equipped, nothing is missing, there was  milk, coffee, sugar, even water jugs in the fridge and ice in the freezer. The beautiful bedrooms were a perfect size and the beds extremely comfortable. There was more towels than we could have needed and everything was sparkling clean… Only negative thing is, we could only stay 1 night…. We would all recommend this place 150%.

Property is beautiful. Host was very responsive. Though, sent an aggressive message to vacate the property at 1005 am even though cleaning people were in the house and actively cleaning. Acknowledge we were 30 min late to checkout (toddler). There was limited hot water in the primary shower. On arrival, the home smelled strongly of cleaning products and bleach taking two days to improve. Kitchen is very functional. Beds incredibly comfortable. Local dogs barking from 10p-12a nightly. Value: We originally booked (3 adults + 3yo) for 4 days totaling 1505.96. Contacted the host to change to 4 days later in the week within 48 hours of original booking. Price increased to 1882, which I did not realize until returning from the trip. Had I recognized this, we would have cancelled. 470/night in CR is very high for our number of guests. In summary, beautiful location. House is okay w/ comfortable bed. To be valuable, you really need to use all of the beds.

Joshua I'm glad you found the property beautiful, the beds comfortable and the kitchen functional. I'm sorry to hear you felt rushed to check-out at 10:00am. Next time you are unable to check-out in a timely manner, perhaps you could contact your host and advise them? That way the host can communicate with their housekeeping team and other guests who check-in on the day of your departure. This ensures all guests have a positive check-in and check-out experience. Regarding your feelings about the nightly rate, perhaps you could have communicated that with me prior to writing a negative review, and we could have worked something out. I'm always happy to be flexible when guests are able to communicate. Thank you for keeping our Airbnb Community functional and respectful.

Anisas place was incredible! Photos don’t do it justice. The garden, outdoor shower, drive in to the property, and access to rio Celeste make it feel like your own private oasis. She was also a great host and more than accommodating. I will say to be aware if you are looking to swim in the river as this particular part is very rocky- but we still had a great time going down there and sitting on the rocks and enjoying the peacefulness:) we will be back!

A real little gem! The house is perfect with all the amenities you need. the very quiet area and access to the beautiful river! I would definitely recommend it and would happily come back!

veritable petit joyaux! La maison est parfaite avec tout ce qu'il faut. le coin très calme et l'accès à la rivière magnifique! je recommande sans hésiter et reviendrai avec plaisir!

So glad you loved your stay Laurent! See you next time.

We had a great time at the blue house. The house is beautifully crafted, clean and equipped with all the amenities you need. Anisa sent us many recommendations and the guide book was very helpful as well. We were two families with 3 children aged 9 and 6 and 5. We enjoyed the private river access, marshmallows by the fire and even some games thoughtfully left by the host.

I definitely recommend the blue house to travellers without a doubt.

We had a great time at the blue house. The house is beautifully crafted, clean and equipped with all the amenities you need. Anisa sent us many recommendations and the guide book was very helpful as well. We were two families with 3 children aged 9 and 6 and 5. We enjoyed the private river access, marshmallows by the fire and even some games thoughtfully left by the host. I definitely recommend the blue house to travellers without a doubt.

💙 Azin I'm happy to hear the digital guidebook was helpful and that the kids were happy at The Blue House. Our three boys also love making memories there

Anisa's "Blue House" on the Rio Celeste is an amazing place. The grounds and surroundings are beautiful, and the house and porch area are super comfortable. We enjoyed hanging out, watching lots of birds (toucans, aracaris, parrots, etc.) and enjoying an evening fire in the firepit. The beautiful Rio Celeste River is right in the backyard and the entrance to Tenorio Volcano N.P. is a short drive up the road. Great location and great house!

I'm so glad you found the house and porch area to be super comfortable Matt. The rocking chairs are my favorite place to sit and bird watch 😌

This place felt like out Costa Rica country house. The river access was easy to get too and the river water felt cool on our feet! We had a wonderful stay!

Your Costa Rica country house ... love it 😍

Beautiful place with the luxury of having the Rio Celeste passing through the garden!!!!

magnifique endroit avec le luxe d'avoir le rio celeste qui passe dans le jardin!!!!

This place is awesome. Secluded, secure and magical. The access to the river is incredible, the place is comfortable and clean and well organized and there are lots of things to see on the property. I’d definitely come back.

'Secluded, secure and magical.' 😌 I love that. Thanks for visiting Fletcher.

The accommodation is in a beautiful environment!!! Peace and quiet assured And close to the Rio Celeste Falls and all the attractions of the surrounding area Perfect house to rest in after all these adventures Thanks to Anisa for hosting us. Pura Vida

Le logement est dans un environnement magnifique !!! Paix et tranquillité assurées Et tout près de la chute du Rio Céleste et de toutes les attractions des environs Maison parfaite pour se reposer après toutes ces aventures Merci à Anisa pour son accueil Pura Vida

Anic we are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. See you next time!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at The Blue House. Anisa was a fantastic host, and we were genuinely sad we only booked one night. Next time, we will definitely be staying much longer. The Airbnb truly had everything you could need and more. The property itself is huge, with spectacular river access right in the backyard, which made it feel both peaceful and special. The kitchen was beautiful and well-equipped, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. This place would be perfect for larger groups, but also felt cozy and welcoming for our stay. We can’t recommend The Blue House highly enough and can’t wait to return.

We'd love to host you for a longer stay next time Sam. Thanks for the ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review

Beautiful house!! We can immediately feel the thoughtful details and comfort at Anisa’s house. Everything was clean and just what is needed to hang, cook, relax. Anisa was quick to respond from start to finish. We loved the blue river and the view, we even found a sloth in the trees by the front yard!! Such a lovely stay, we would totally stay longer given the chance. Thank you!!

🦥 What a treat that you spotted a sloth in the trees by the front yard 🦥 Wow!!

Great location and peaceful location with the river & the fire pit. The house is well maintained and very clean.  Thanks.

Glad you found the location to be peaceful, that's exactly how we want our guests to feel. See you next time Richard.

Anisa was a wonderful host! She always responded quickly and was very helpful. We loved the Blue house and can’t wait to go back again in the future!

I'm so glad that I was able to be helpful during your stay Melissa. 🤗 You're welcome back any time.

Anisa was a great host. Very helpful from the moment we booked in September through to our stay. The house and gardens are beautiful. It was lovely to sit outside at dawn and watch the sun rise and the birds start to wake up. The fire pit in the evening also was wonderful. There are lots of activities nearby too. One note is that you really do need a car. Anisa was very kind to make this clear as it helped us decide to get a car rather than transfers.

🌅 Jim we also love to sit outside at dawn and watch the sun rise as the birds are starting to wake up. The Blue House is a wonderful escape into nature. 🐦‍⬛

Beautiful location on the river. The whole home is surrounded by colorful plants and is perfect to relax outside and enjoy nature. We saw hummingbirds at all hours of the day right from the front porch, saw dart frogs down by the river and a sloth in the tree right next to the house. It is a short drive to the national park and in a very private setting. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again.

Thank you very much! Amazing place! Strongly recommended!

Beautiful house with a great garden. We enjoyed sitting behind the house by the fire.

Wunderschönes Haus mit ganz tollem Garten. Wir haben es gnossen hinter dem Haus am Feuer zu sitzen.

So glad you loved sitting by the fire Daniela. See you next time!

We had a short but wonderful stay at The Blue House. The surroundings of the house are beautiful - from the garden to the river access. The house was well equipped and our kids loved that there was a fire prepped with marshmallows! Access to hiking along Rio Celeste was a short drive.

Andrew I’m so happy that your kids enjoyed marshmallows at the fire pit 🫶 See you next time

Very happy with the house, honestly incredible in a very beautiful environment, highly recommended, the host Anisa is always a ten, we will return, listening to the river was a pleasure

Muy contento con la casa, sinceramente increible en un entorno muy bello, super recomendable, la anfitriona Anisa siempre de diez, volveremos, escuchar el rio fue un placer

Que dicha que usted le gustó el sonido del río. Es mágico verdad ✨

Definitely the best AirBNB I’ve stayed at by far! The gardens around the property and river were so beautiful. Everything was setup to roast marshmallows as soon as we arrived, and my kids were so excited to do that right away! The house was in pristine condition, very clean. It seemed like the host thought of absolutely everything - which is different from most places I’ve stayed. My family skipped one activity we had planned due to the weather, but everyone was glad to have more time to spend at the Blue House. All of the cookware was perfect and in great condition - this is something I’ve often had trouble with at other AirBNB’s (other places often have all scratched up nonstick pans that stick). I only regret not staying here longer!

Lovely semi secluded spot with lush greenery and the wading pools at the river were a great place to relax and for the kids to play. Anisa is an excellent hostess, very responsive. We even had a call prior to us leaving to answer the many questions I had. The restaurants listed were all very good. The tubing with Jeison at Rio Celeste hotel was outstanding and a lasting and fun memory we will have for years. I highly recommend a stay at the Blue House.

Just like the pictures! The place is very comfortable and perfect for my family.  Simple, clean, comfortable and a great base camp for white water rafting. We enjoyed the river access and a large porch to be outdoors in the shade and coverage from the rain. A true delight!

Jennifer I'm thrilled to hear the house was perfect for your family. We'd love to host you on your next visit to CR 🙂

My husband, our 6-year-old son, and I had a wonderful time exploring the Rio Celeste area and this home was the perfect launching point for all our adventures. One of the absolute highlights was the direct river access right from the property. Felt special to be able to walk down and be right there! Evenings around the fire pit were such a treat—our son was thrilled that marshmallows were provided! It's those kinds of thoughtful touches that made our stay feel really memorable. Anisa was responsive and had a lot of excellent local recommendations. If Airbnb offered a way to separate the "type" or "class" of property from the overall experience, we would say the property itself is in a 3-star class, very simple/basic, yet clean and we had everything we needed. We absolutely give this 5 stars for hospitality, location, and outdoor setting, just don’t expect extra comforts or luxuries.

Micia I'm so glad that The Blue House was the perfect launching point for all your family adventures. We look forward to hosting you again!

The Blue House is perfect! It’s in a great location, just a short distance from the park. The river access in the back makes for an amazing spot to cool off, relax, & enjoy the wildlife. The house is decorated to perfection- the wood furniture is lovely and the home has all the necessities to truly unwind. The check-in/out process was easy & communication with Anisa was seamless. If you’re looking for a home in RioCeleste, look no further- this house is awesome!!!! Highly highly recommend!!!

Jay I'm so happy that you found the check in / check out process easy. That's fantastic!

We loved staying at The Blue House!  The house was perfect for our family of 5.  Having the private river entrance was great - we enjoyed doing a family cold plunge!  We also loved having the fire pit to hang out by at night and roast marshmallows.  We bought cheese from the lady up the street and enjoyed frying that.  We would stay here again and would recommend it to our family and friends!

I'm so happy you enjoyed a family cold plunge in the river Emily, it's such a treat to have it right there in the backyard 😍

Great house with beautiful landscaping. Close walk down the stairs to the river as well

Gardener Gerardo will be so pleased to hear you love the beautiful landscaping, thanks for the great feedback Erik!

What can you say about this special place that hadn’t already said? The blue house truly is unique…we have traveled a lot and never had private river access before - that was a huge highlight. We loved hanging out in the river and enjoying the scenery. Seeing green and black, and a strawberry poison dart frogs was so fun, and we also spotted a toucan. Beautiful butterflies were always around. Our whole family loved the river, walking around the beautiful and spacious property, and being immersed in nature. Hearing the sounds of the river by the patio while roasting marshmallows…it was such a memorable experience for our family. And Anisa is without a doubt an A+ host - super friendly, proactive, responsive, and provided great recommendations. Don’t miss a chance to stay in this special place.

The Blue House was beyond our expectations! The garden is a haven for butterflies and you are guaranteed to see poison dart frogs along the river. Nature is everywhere at the Blue House!

Jill we couldn't agree more, nature is everywhere at The Blue House 💙💙💙

We loved our peaceful stay at the Blue House. The sounds of the river and plant life were beautiful. The fire pit was a nice evening activity. The wrap around outside spaces were wonderful.

😇 Julie I'm so happy to hear that your stay was peaceful and that you enjoyed the fire pit 🔥

We had an amazing time staying at the Blue House. The place was exactly as described. Anisa was incredible welcoming and provided all the information we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect, surrounded by nature and it was very peaceful and relaxing.  I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great stay in this area. I would definitely stay here again.

🐦‍⬛ 🐸🕷️ Estela I'm so glad you enjoyed the perfect location surrounded by nature. See you next time!

I booked the Blue House hoping it would be wonderful and it was even better.  We just loved this magical place, especially sitting in the rocking chairs on the terrace watching butterflies, hummingbirds and monkeys in the sunshine and just the jungle and the weather  in the thunderstorms and rain.  Too much water in the Rio Celeste for anything more than paddling at the edge but we spotted poison dart frogs aplenty too.  Great recommendations of Soda Margoth and the Arbol de la Paz too.  Thank you so much.

Harriet I'm so pleased to hear you enjoyed spotting butterflies, hummingbirds and monkeys. We also love looking for poison dart frogs too, it's pure magic ⭐

Our family had an AMAZING stay at the blue house. We wish we had time to stay longer than 1 night! HIGHLY recommend this property!

George, we look forward to hosting you for 2 or 3 nights on your next visit 🙌

Absolutely wonderful experience! I used to live in Costa Rica. Staying at the blue house was like coming home! The surroundings are beautiful. My family and explored all around the property. Monkeys can be seen in the trees in the late afternoon! Great experience. I would definitely stay again!

🐒 Robert how cool that you saw monkeys in the trees in the late afternoon, what a treat!

We had a really great time at Anisas house. We loved the private access to the river and the jungle on the other side of the river. There were pretty humingbirds in the garden and we saw monkeys in the jungle. We sat dry outside while watching the rain... a perfect stay!

🐵 Julia I'm glad you were able to spot monkeys and enjoyed sitting in the covered terrace while watching the rain, I love that ☔

Super special place! The surroundings are gorgeous and we loved the private access to the river. Anisa was a great host, we would definitely stay here again!

💧 Corrine I'm so happy you enjoyed the private access to the river, isn't it wonderful 💧

Absolutely stunning home and location! The walk down the stairs down to Rio Celeste was so beautiful! We had the best time being surrounded by nature at The Blue House. The home is super clean and equipped with every single thing you need. We loved walking all the different paths around the property and the garden was stunning! Anisa went above and beyond in making sure we had an incredible stay. We will definitely be making The Blue House a regular stop on all our annual Costa Rican vacations. We will be recommending this house to every person we know!

Stephanie I'm thrilled to hear that you'll be making The Blue House a regular stop on your annual Costa Rica vacations, that's wonderful 👏

Amazing place! The private river access is such a wonderful luxury. Too rocky and wild to swim in, at least right now, but fine for careful wading. Saw three dart frogs guarding the top of the river stairs, which was an unexpected treat. This place really has it all! Really glad for the early start it provided for Tenorio as well. Highly recommended.

🐸 Super cool that you saw three poison arrow frogs at the top of the river stairs, we also love spotting frogs.🐸 I hope next time the river is flowing more slowly so that you can enjoy it

The house is very quaint and wonderfully private. It is on the Rio Celeste which is lovely, but it isn’t easy to swim as the rocks are very slippery. There are other swimming holes but you must drive to them. There is an extensive stairway to get down to the river banks. We wished we had seen more wildlife as the area seems so remote (there were lots of butterflies and poison dart frogs). We enjoyed our stay there. The host was very helpful and available if needed.

The Blue House is truly a magical place with its beautiful gardens and the river in the backyard is a very special feature. We saw lots of butterflies, poisonous frogs, a whole family of monkeys and a toucan, right there in the yard. It is well situated, in a very calm area but at the same time just a couple minutes from numerous activities and restaurants. The house itself is a bit small and the kitchen is minimalistic but everything is super clean and in perfect order. Anyway we passed the majority of our time outside. Anisa is an exceptionally nice person and a super well organized host. Everything is labeled and information is shared in advanced with efficiency. Anisa was also a great help for organizing activities and she made good restaurant recommandations. She answers very quickly and information is crystal clear. thanks you again Anisa! We enjoyed our stay a lot and I recommend a 100%!

Wow Maggie, sounds like you were able to see sooo much wildlife, that's fantastic! Would love to welcome you back soon

Anisa's place was absolutely magical. It was set in a beautiful green hilly area. The house was well equipped in the kitchen and with children's toys and was very clean. I highly recommend it.

Ian we also love the green hilly view, it sure is magical. Thanks for staying at The Blue House.

My family and I had an amazing time at the blue house. We were in awe of the beautiful scenery not only on the way to the house but all around the house as well. The river was awesome and the private stairs giving access to the river was amazing. The house had everything we needed and Anisa was extremely helpful and accommodating. We hope to be back one day!

Melissa we agree that the scenery is breathtaking. We feel so lucky to be able to share our special house with families such as yours. Thanks for visiting!

We had a lovely memory at the Blue house. The beds were comfortable, the host Anisa was very helpful and quick response to our questions. The landscape was well maintained and pretty. The stair to the river in the backyard is very sturdy and picturesque. We would definitely stay here again.

Amy I'm pleased to hear that you found the landscape to be well-maintained and pretty. Gardener Gerardo works hard and is proud to hear your feedback, thank you!

Incredible location right on the river. So beautiful and peaceful. Would definitely return!!

Christine we agree, it's such a beautiful and peaceful place 🤍

If you are looking for a place to stay, that is a great starting point for relaxation in Costa Rica. You can’t beat this place. It’s very private peaceful, and you have access to the river all to yourself. Market is walkable several sodas/restaurants, nearby and lots of great activities like the waterfall hike.Our host was amazing. Gave us great recommendations for hikes bookings, tube floats, and places to eat. We are recommending this place to several of our friends who are coming to Costa Rica this summer.

Our family of five had a wonderful stay at The Blue House. The grounds are beautiful! We saw Toucans and hummingbirds from the patio.  The sound of the river was very relaxing after a day of exploring the area. We would definitely recommend The Blue House while you’re visiting the Rio Celeste area.

Anisa is an exceptional host filled with attention it was really nice. Everything was there, we lacked nothing and even more his little surprises made our stay even more enjoyable. Lots of restaurant suggestions and things to do. If the hosts were all like anisa it would be so wonderful

Anisa est une hôte exceptionnelle remplie d’attention c’était vraiment agréable. Tout y était nous avons manqué de rien et même plus ses petites surprises ont rendu notre séjour encore plus agréable. Beaucoup de suggestions de resto et d’activités. Si les hôtes étaient tous comme anisa ce serait tellement merveilleux

Anisa's place is a hidden gem in Rio Celeste! We loved the house and the private river access during our one night stay and wish we could have stayed longer! Highly recommend for anyone visiting the nearby waterfall and activities.

Beautiful house with amazing nature and the river is right in the backyard - what a treat! We saw a toucan on the tree in front of the house. Anisa is a great host! Our family will definitely be back at the Blue House!

Relaxing saw a lot of toucans and lizards one sloth

Julie it's great to hear that you saw plenty of wildlife, including a sloth 🦥

Very nice house, extremely clean with wildlife all around us. We were lucky to have two sloths stuck on the house. A big thank you to Anisa for her proactivity and 10-star service!

Très belle maison, extrêmement propre avec la faune collé sur nous. Nous avons eux la chance d’avoir deux paresseux collés sur la maison. Un gros merci à Anisa pour sa proaction et son service 10 étoiles!

Our stay was nothing short of amazing! The house and private stairs to the river was everything we could have asked for. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The hike to Rio Celeste waterfall and tubing is a must ! Great adventures were had . 😊

We really enjoyed our stay at the Blue House. It was super comfortable (great A/C) and the location can't be beat! The view and access to the Celeste River is amazing. The professionally installed steps down to the river are impressive and easy for all to use. The gardens surrounding the house are really beautiful. We saw numerous toucans, parakeets and other birds. Great place to relax and enjoy the firepit on a cool evening! Thanks Anisa, really a great place!

Matt it's wonderful that you were able to spot toucans, parakeets and other birds on the property. Thanks for visiting!

Hard to find cuz Google didn't take us there

Hi Paul I’m sorry to hear the Google maps link didn’t work for you. I will be sure to review this ASAP. Thanks for choosing to stay at The Blue House.

The Blue House is a very special place. My favorite thing was sitting on the bench that overlooks the blue river. While listening to the rushing river I even saw green and black poison dart frogs which was cool, I was actually fortunate enough to see quite a variety of wildlife on and nearby to the property.  The property has a long skinny driveway and the house is located all the way at the back of the property, so it feels very private and secluded. But at the same time it feels safe because there a few other houses on the quiet street. Can’t wait to visit again soon!

Jamal I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed the privacy and seclusion, and how wonderful that you spotted poison dart frogs while sitting on the bench overlooking the river! 🐸

Anisa's place is beautiful! Amazing location next to the river with private access. Great communication with her- from booking to check-out, even a booklet with details of what to do and where to eat in the area. Everything was clean, labeled and well taken care of. Super comfy mattresses, A/C & fan in all rooms and a big kitchen with all appliances. Perfect for a family getaway (also if you have little kiddos) or a trip with friends. The place is advertised as pet-friendly, but we didn't feel comfortable bringing the doggy in the end, and once in the place we felt it was the right call. For the ones of you who can't live without internet, their Wi-Fi is super fast. The Rio Celeste area is really special, try to stay a few days so you can explore around and enjoy the beautiful property. Whenever in the area, i would stay here again without a doubt. Thanks Anisa!

Arturo thank you for sharing this detail: "For the ones of you who can't live without internet, their Wi-Fi is super fast." Excellent to hear that feedback 🛜

A little pearl that emerges from the neighborhood with its peaceful garden and the Rio Celeste at its feet. Anisa is a flawless host who will make your stay pleasant and free from inconveniences. The perfect choice for discovering the surrounding nature.

Denis I'm proud to hear that you found me to be a flawless host and that your stay was pleasant and free from inconveniences. I'd welcome you back any time 🤗

Anisa was fantastic! We only stayed one night so didn’t get to fully soak in all the benefits of the house. It is truly in the wild of Costa Rica which we loved!

Ana we agree that the house is truly in the wild of Costa Rica, next time you'll have to stay for two nights 😉

The Blue House is a fantastic option very close to Tenorio National Park and Rio Celeste. The house is spacious, new and has everything you need to cook your own meals, relax outside, enjoy marshmallows by the fire pit and take in a view of the river. Our family enjoyed all the wood details, garden areas and the bunk beds. Everything is thoughtfully organized and incredibly clean. The Blue House is highly recommended if you are visiting the park and want to stay close by and Anisa was very helpful with recommendations, clear instructions and very friendly.

🛌🏽 Jared I'm so glad you liked the wooden furniture, local woodworker Roy did a fantastic job with the bunk beds and other wooden pieces.

This place was such a gem! My kids and I had an amazing time here. The highlight was definitely the fire pit—we loved roasting marshmallows after a long day of hiking. It was the perfect way to relax and make memories. The home was clean, cozy, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Highly recommend for families or anyone looking for a peaceful retreat!

Sally I'm so glad you were able to make beautiful memories with your kids. 🔥 The fire-it is also a favorite for our three boys. he highlight was definitely the fire pit—we loved roasting marshmallows after a long day of hiking.

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