Welcome to Casa Gisela! A private and secure home sitting in the hills overlooking Lake Arenal. Enjoy breathtaking views of sunsets across the lake, while enjoying the covered back terrace, the 180 degree panoramic views from the dining room and the 3 spacious bedrooms. This house was the architect and builders’ house who built this ‘Las Flores’ gated community. The space The house has all the comforts you could need for your stay - a fully equipped kitchen with stove and oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and tea kettle, 3 spacious and bright bedrooms with plenty of bed linens and fluffy pillows to fall into after a long day of exploring beautiful Costa Rica. We also provide plenty of towels, a fully equipped laundry room with a washer, dryer and ironing board, and 2 desks (1 in a designated office) for those looking to work or school from home, as well as fibre optic high speed internet to stay connected. The covered back terrace has an outdoor dining set to seat 6 - the perfect spot to have breakfast while the sun rises over the lake, or if sun rise is too early, a beautiful brunch while listening to the many tropical birds and howler monkeys. The backyard and pool area are private and secluded. Casa Gisela is situated close to many amenities in the town of Arenal (5 minute drive) and La Fortuna (40-45 minute drive), including: - a variety of excellent restaurants - horseback riding - hot springs (from the nearby volcano) - spas - yoga - zip lining - ATV’ing - supermarkets / grocery stores - hikes and nature walks *For added security, there are 2 security cameras on the exterior of the home only. The cameras are in place outdoors above the 2 entrances to the home (front door and back patio door). Guest access The entire house, as well as the yard and private pool.

## Overview

Welcome to Casa Gisela, a private and secure residence nestled in the hills with stunning views overlooking Lake Arenal. Relax on the covered back terrace while watching breathtaking sunsets across the lake, or enjoy the 180-degree panoramic vistas visible from the dining room and three spacious bedrooms. This home was originally built and designed by the architect and builders of the gated community of Las Flores.

## The Space

Casa Gisela offers all the comforts needed for a pleasant stay, including:

- A fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and tea kettle  
- Three bright and roomy bedrooms furnished with ample bed linens and soft pillows for restful nights  
- Plenty of towels provided for guest use  
- A laundry room complete with washer, dryer, and ironing board  
- Two desks, including one in a dedicated office space, ideal for remote work or study  
- High-speed fiber optic internet to keep you connected  

The covered back terrace features an outdoor dining set for six, perfect for enjoying breakfast while watching the sunrise over the lake or a leisurely brunch accompanied by the sounds of tropical birds and howler monkeys. The backyard and pool area offer privacy and seclusion for relaxation.

## Location and Nearby Amenities

Casa Gisela is conveniently located near various amenities in the town of Arenal, just a 5-minute drive away, and La Fortuna, approximately 40 to 45 minutes by car. Nearby attractions and services include:

- A selection of excellent restaurants  
- Horseback riding  
- Hot springs sourced from the nearby volcano  
- Spas and yoga studios  
- Zip lining adventures  
- ATV tours  
- Supermarkets and grocery stores  
- Hiking trails and nature walks  

## Security

For added safety, there are two security cameras installed on the exterior of the home. These cameras monitor the two entrances—the front door and the back patio door.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire house, including the yard and private pool.

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Beautiful villa right on Lake Arenal, clean and exactly as described in the listing. The host was quick to answer any questions. The place dates back to the 90s but everything works fine, and it's genuinely spacious. The pool was great. We saw tons of birds and wildlife right from the property. Would definitely come back with the family!

Casa Gisela was perfect. The view of the lake is amazing. You will feel safe and relaxed. The pool is a great place for swimming and relaxing after a long day. I would recommend this place to anyone.

Beautiful home in a great location! The view and the sky at sunset are stunning! All Pia's recommendations were spot on. Pia's home was perfect for our family of 6. We would definitely stay here again!

The house was beautiful, private, and as described. Pia was communicative from the get-go. I can't stress how beautiful the home was inside and out.

Casa Gisela has a very nice kitchen for cooking, a comfortable living room, a good laundry room, but the highlight of this house is the covered patio with a view of the lake. We loved birdwatching while having our morning coffee!

Me and my friends enjoyed our stay here. House is very spacious and the backyard was breathtaking

Casa Gisela  was such a beautiful place to stay, with stunning views and a very clean, comfortable home. Everything was well cared for and made us feel relaxed from the moment we arrived. The peaceful atmosphere and beautiful surroundings made our stay even more special. We truly enjoyed our time there and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful getaway.

This house is fantastic, with lots of history, art pieces, and privacy, as well as a beautiful pool, and tons of space in the living room and adequate space in the kitchen.

We were super happy with the house. I felt right at home. It was very comfortable, with large rooms, lots of green areas, an incredible view of the lake, and the sunsets are out of this world. There is so much to do in the area. We will definitely be back.... Thank you so much.

Super contentos con la casa, me sentí como en mi casa, muy cómodo, cuartos grandes, muchas áreas verdes, una vista al lago increíble y los atardeceres son de otro mundo. Hay mucho que hacer en la zona. Definitivo vamos a volver.... Muchas gracias

Beautiful place, very nice host, and very nice.

Just the most lovely and beautiful place. We so enjoyed our stay, listening to the rain, watching the birds and the ever-changing weather on the lake. Beautiful grounds and home. We loved it and would love to return some day!

The home was perfect for my family! The neighborhood is a beautiful walk to take as well. It takes about an hour to drive to La Fortuna but it’s so beautiful that it’s appreciated more!

This is a stunning and very private property. It is a special place and looks just like the pictures. So many beautiful birds and lots of space for a family! Kitchen had what we needed to cook all of our meals. We enjoyed the peacefulness and didn’t mind a bit of a drive for activities and groceries. We had a hard time leaving. We would absolutely return and recommend.

Pia's place is an excellent home in a beautiful setting! We really enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it to everyone. The birds around the feeder are worth the stay alone! Joe

Casa Gisela is just as lovely as described with beautiful views. The house is well equipped and comfortable. It is quite a distance from any amenities. Pia is a great host.

We stayed at Casa Gisela for a week in January 2026. We arrived in a rainstorm and after dark. The directions to the house all make sense once you pull into the Las Flores driveway from route 142. In daylight it is like a botanical garden. This is a beautiful home and location with stunning views of Lake Arenal and lots of bird visitors. The rear patio and pool area are very private. The home is very spacious home for two people, although it can easily accommodate more, with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Casa Gisela was a bit far from La Fortuna which is where a lot of the attractions are. That is a good thing if you crave a relaxed pace but it is a bit of a drive (one hour or so) to get to the attractions. The local town, Nuevo Arenal, had everything we needed, including three grocery stores and a produce store. We ate at nearby restaurants, including the Gingerbread House and La Tortuga. Overall, we enjoyed Casa Gisela immensely and would love to return next year.

The location of Pia’s place was amazing. Very peaceful & a lot of wildlife all around. An Amazing view & garden. The house was very spacious the kitchen was very well equipped & beds clean & comfortable. Some areas of the house could do with up dating. The twin room had a very musty smell & the drains did smell at times too. The weather was very wet which might not have helped this. The pool was in need of maintenance. Overall it was a great place.

The scenery is stunning. There are beautiful views. We did not see too many birds but that may just be the time of year we visited. The location is not close to anything in particular but it’s close enough and away from touristy areas which is more relaxing. The actual house was not as nice as expected. The whole house smells strongly of must and mold. They try to cover it with plug in air fresheners. The fabric shower curtain had mold all over it and the tub is very narrow to stand in. Hardly any hot water. There was an ant colony in the powder room bathroom. The kitchen sponge and scrubber were disgusting and need to be replaced. There was very limited supplies to clean with and no dishwasher detergent. Random assortment of dishes and cups. The knives for cutting up fruit such as melons or pineapples were so dull they were a hazard to use. The toaster was broken and wasn’t replaced until right before we left. Views are stunning but overall not as nice as pictured.

Exactly as pictured. Beautiful views and plenty of space for the family. Easy location to find with amazing views in every direction. Pia was very helpful and easy to contact. Would 100% recommend this location if you are looking for a serene location near local attractions. Worth every dollar.

We enjoyed our stay at Casa Gisela very much. The view is really incredibly beautiful and the house is very spacious, a little old-fashioned but very cozy. The garden and pool are also beautifully designed. We saw a lot of special birds. A toucan flew right over our heads.

Unser Aufenthalt in der Casa Gisela hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Der Ausblick ist wirklich unglaublich schön und das Haus ist sehr großzügig, etwas altmodisch aber sehr gemütlich. Der Garten und der Pool sind auch sehr schön gestaltet. Wir haben ganz viele besondere Vögel gesehen. Ein Tucan ist direkt über unseren Kopf hinweg geflogen.

A great place to stay away from the hustle and bustle of La Fortuna. Amazing views and fantastic wildlife Toucans on the bird table in the mornings and frogs in the evening. Highly recommend visiting the restaurant La Mansion for the food atmosphere and sunsets, also the magnificent Ceiba tree which was so awesome I went twice. House was spot on and would recommend to anyone who prefers nature to people ☺️

Thank you very much, private and very nice environment, just as shown in the photos.

Muchas gracias, entorno privado y muy bonito, tal como en las fotos.

We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Gisela. The property is immaculately cared for with incredible views. The house guidebook was full of excellent recommendations for activities and restaurants. We can’t wait to visit again someday!!

Our stay was fantastic! Such a beautiful home, great nature surroundings, and access to so much! Stayed with a family of six total and it was spacious and enjoyable

Peaceful place and convenient location for a great stay.

This is our second time staying at Casa Gisela, we love this home and neighborhood so much.

Welcome to paradise! This is what everything in this house tells you since you arrive. The majestic view, the spacious areas, the amazing gardens, the surroundings but most of all the birds. I had never seen such variety of exotic birds so close to me. We stayed 5 nights and we didn't want to leave the house because it has everything. I highly recommend this rental for the beauty around the house and the strategic location close to different attractive spots. Pura vida!

We have visited Casa Gisela on several occasions and we hope to do it many more times.  We love the location, the tranquility, the connection with nature and the abundance of birds that can be seen.   The view of Lake Arenal is always beautiful.   Nuevo Arenal is a destination to visit and enjoy.  There are very good restaurants, you can always buy the necessary and the natural environment of the area is wonderful.

Hemos visitado Casa Gisela en varias ocasiones y esperamos hacerlo muchas veces más.  Nos encanta la ubicación, la tranquilidad, la conexión con la naturaleza y la gran cantidad de aves que se pueden ver.   La vista al Lago Arenal siempre es hermosa.   Nuevo Arenal es un destino para visitar y disfrutar.  Hay restaurantes muy buenos, se pueden comprar siempre lo necesario y el entorno natural de la zona es maravilloso.

We LOVED our stay at Casa Gisela! The views and grounds were absolutely breathtaking, and the house was stocked with everything we needed. We noticed a leak in the kitchen on our last day (turns out it was the dishwasher), and our host had it fixed within a few hours! We received many wonderful recommendations for food and things to do in the house manuel, and the town was close-by for groceries and essentials. We loved leaving fruit for the birds, birdwatching, looking for little lizards and critters, and couldn't get enough of the pool. We also did the walk to the secret lake which was a fun surprise as well! Plenty of space for my family of 5. Highly recommend; this place is divine!

Loved our stay. Will be back soon. The weather was amazing!

The house is super beautiful comfortable with a merceilleuse view

La maison est super belle comfortable avec une vu merceilleuse

This has to be one of the best airbnbs out there in Costa Rica. A very special place that you will want to spend time at!

Casa Gisela is a dream come true!! We stayed for two beautiful weeks. The flora and fauna were incredible. I highly recommend Pia’s place. We are planning to stay a month next year!! Thank you!!

Our 2nd stay in Casa Gisela, 3rd time in Las Flores.  A magical, marvelous place, if you want peace, serenity, privacy, wildlife, quiet places to walk, gorgeous views of the lake and sunsets.  You can see Arenal Volcano - find the little path to the side of the house.  No need for AC - we slept with all of the windows open in the house.  Close to Nuevo Arenal, with plenty of cafes, restaurants, local grocery stores. Check out Casa Italia, Moya's, and Cafe con Amor.  We felt like this was our home away from home.  Make sure to walk the neighborhood trail through the jungle, and find the "secret" pond.  This place is paradise - we lived on the back porch for breakfast doing backyard birdwatching.   If you love birds, this is the place for you.  We exceeded our watermelon budget keeping the platform feeder stocked - fortunately, watermelons were on sale.  Oropendolas, aracaris, chachalacas, crested guans, toucans, magpie jays, various tanagers, hummingbirds, etc.  Perfect weather, too...

We had a great stay at Casa Gisela. The house and the community are very charming and a little like stepping back in time. We appreciated the recommendations in the house book and found the location convenient to La Fortuna and Rio Celeste (about 75 mins each way) and only a few minutes from the small town of Nuevo Arenal. Would recommend!

Loved our stay at Casa Gisele! A beautiful house with a view of Lake Arenal in the heart of nature. We were able to closely observe more than fifteen different bird species, including two varieties of toucans! It is necessary to have a car to come and go from the house. The small town of Arenal a 5-minute drive away offers grocery stores and very good restaurants. More or less an hour from La Fortune, it was a beautiful base for us to explore the surrounding area. The pool is perfect and the kids loved the place! Lovely favorite

Nous avons adoré notre séjour à la Casa Gisele! Une superbe maison avec vue sur le lac Arenal en pleine nature. Nous avons pu observer de près plus d'une quinzaine d'espèces d'oiseaux différents, dont deux variétés de toucans ! Il est nécessaire d'avoir une voiture pour aller et venir de la maison. La petite ville d'Arenal à 5 minutes de voiture offre épiceries et très bons restaurants. À plus ou moins une heure de La Fortune, ça été pour nous une belle base pour explorer les environs. La piscine est parfaite et les enfants ont adoré les lieux! Beau coup de coeur

Casa Gisela is very beautiful and well kept. The backyard is superb with views of Lake Arenal. Casa is a 7 min drive to Nuevo Arenal. Our main activities were in the La Fortuna region so we had to plan about 1 hour morning and night for our trips, which is pretty good! The roads are paved and the scenery is beautiful on the road. The only problem encountered is the strong smell of sewage in one of the bathrooms (the one with the shower bath).

La Casa Gisela est très belle et bien entretenue. La cours arrière est superbe avec la vue sur le lac Arenal. La Casa est à 7 min de voiture de Nuevo Arenal. Nos activités principales étaient dans la région de La Fortuna donc il fallait prévoir environ 1h matin et soir pour nos déplacements, ce qui se fait assez bien! Les routes sont asphaltées et les paysages sont magnifiques sur la route. Le seul problème rencontré est l’odeur forte d’égouts dans une des salle de bain (celle avec le bain douche).

Wonderful, peaceful surroundings. Bird watching is OUTSTANDING! We were a group of 5 and there was plenty of space and comfortable accommodations.  Would highly recommend!!

The view and nature this location offered was absolutely amazing. Pia was very responsive and helpful!

Lovely home in a beautiful location. There were 4 of us. The layout of bedrooms and bathrooms worked well. The kitchen was fully appointed and the home was comfortable. I highly recommend a stay at this beautiful home on Lake Arenal.

A beautiful stay on lake Arenal. Put out bananas and other fruits and the birds will come! The house was very comfortable and spacious. It could use a deep clean on the outside area and some deep dusting on inside but it was clean and had lots of extra bedding and fully equipped kitchen. Pia and the property manager were very responsive. We would stay again!

A simply perfect stay, super well-equipped, pleasant and responsive host. THANK YOU!

Un séjour simplement parfait, hyper bien équipé, hôte agréable et réactive. MERCI !

Casa Giesela is quiet and serene. Absolutely stunning in every way.

Beautiful place with magnificent views of Lake Arenal. The balcony is sublime, and the spaces of the house are large and well appointed. The monkeys and birds came to see us. However, the weather was rainy during our visit, the place was very wet... leaving a smell of mold in the house when we arrived.

Bel endroit avec une vue magnifique sur le lac Arenal. Le balcon est sublime, et les espaces de la maison sont grands et bien aménagés. Les singes et les oiseaux sont venus nous voir. Le temps était toutefois pluvieux lors de notre passage, les lieux étaient alors très humides… laissant une odeur de moisissures dans la maison à notre arrivée.

Casa Gisela was everything we’d hoped it would be. We’d never been to Costa Rica before, and we’re so excited to get the chance to go. When we arrived to Casa Gisela, the first thing that we did was head to the backyard to see the view - the view shown in the Airbnb pictures was the main reason that we had booked the house. We were absolutely blown away! The view was magnificent, beyond our expectations. We spent many of our days sipping coffee on the back patio to just watch the view of the lake and to watch all of the beautiful birds (particularly an adorable little hummingbird that has claimed ownership of the nectar in the hummingbird feeder - he was such a blast to watch). The house was clean and comfortable, and had everything that we needed for a great stay. We loved our time at Casa Gisela, and highly recommend it. It was a pleasant and peaceful stay that we will never forget.

We had no hot water and the pool was dirty.  There was a large hornets nest on the house near the pool which made it difficult to be outside.

Beautiful location in a safe neighbourhood. many birds to see and to hear! starting at 5am :D Amazing views. The house is very clean and well maintained. White sheets and towels, very clean kitchen with everything you may need. The property manager is responsive and helpful. Not too far from La Fortuna, about 30-40 mins drive. Unfortunately we didn't find a place to swim in the lake you see from the backyard but we did a boat "tour". We had our daughter's birthday during our stay and ordered a chocolate cake from the local German Bakery, it was really good! Overall a great experience and this place is so worth the price. 100% recommended

Dennis was very attentive to any questions we asked and any needs. The home was clean with a beautiful view of the lake!

Casa Gisela was everything we expected and more. The sights inside the house and around it were beautiful. It was a blessing to have breakfast with a view. The surrounding area had lots to do such as waterfalls, nature, delicious food, hot springs, and more. There is a folder in the house with suggested places to visit which was a big help. We visit in August, and as Florida residents the temperature without A/C was not too bad, there was always wind. My only recommendation to future visitors would be to set up fruits for the birds early, if not you may not see them before you leave in the morning. Overall, I had a great time and would love to visit again.

Stay in a nice house and with a magnificent view that you don't get tired of. Responsive host for any questions, and some nice touches for our arrival (fans on to cool the house, bouquets of flowers on the tables) If I had the chance I would go back there without any problem

Séjour dans une maison agréable et avec une vue magnifique dont on ne se lasse pas. Hôte reactif pour toute question, et quelques gentilles attentions pour notre arrivée (ventilateurs en marche pour rafraîchir la maison, bouquets de fleurs sur les tables) Si j'en avais l'occasion j'y retournerai sans problème

The view of the house is spectacular, many birds arrive at the trough (you have to leave papaya, watermelon and pineapple), the only thing that I think the house needs is air conditioning and that it is a little more ventilated prior to arrival; however, despite this it is an excellent place, I would arrive again, my family loves it, we touch the rainy weather and it was very incredible, it is not necessary that it is sunny so you can enjoy the house and the destination

La vista de la casa es espectacular, llegan muchas aves al comedero (tienes que dejar papaya, sandia y piña), lo único que creo que le hace falta a la casa es aire acondicionado y que este un poco mas ventilada previo a la llegada; sin embargo a pesar de ello es un lugar excelente, volvería a llegar, a mi familia le encanto, a nosotros nos toco el clima lluvioso y estuvo muy increíble, no es necesario que este soleado para que puedas disfrutar de la casa y del destino

Great house, clean, good location, amazing view.

Casa Gisela is a gorgeous property and home, with large screen doors to let the breeze through, ceiling fans, beautiful landscaping, and a family sized pool that gets some shade in the afternoons. It feels like someone's home more than most Airbnb's - there are lots of dishes, cooking tools, food containers and extra towels. The hosts took excellent care of us, being very responsive and cheerful. It's about a 7 minute drive down a winding road to the nearest little town where you can get a late dinner (Moya's is great!) or convenience items. We loved our stay here! Thank you Casa Gisela!

Pia and Freya's family home is beautiful and warm. The accommodation is also very well equipped and functional. Finally, the views from the terrace on Lake Arenal are spectacular!

La maison familiale de Pia et Freya est superbe et chaleureuse. Le logement est par ailleurs très bien équipé et fonctionnel. Enfin, la vue depuis la terrasse sur le lac Arenal est spectaculaire !

My friends and i Enjoyed your home . It was one of the most  beautiful Airbnb's I've stayed in so far and the view by the pool was amazing. It was peaceful surrounded by lush forestry that  Costa Rica has to offer . It was a great experience and we truly did enjoy our stay . I would definitely love to come back to your property in the future when i do come back to explore the other provinces of  Costa Rica.  Thankyou for hosting us and doing your best to communicate with us during our stay ! Until next time !!!! Gracias !!! ! :)

The house is in a quiet location and has an incredible view. However, the lack of air conditioning really impacted our enjoyment. This was our own mistake as we didn’t appreciate just how hot the area can get. The only other downside was, again, our own fault in not appreciating that almost all activities/tours are centered around La Fortuna which is an hour’s drive along a VERY windy and twisty road. It is not a pleasant drive to make twice a day, most days.

great place! the town is nearby (about 7 min drive) so you have access to everything. we enjoyed our stay here. if you are doing mostly activities near la fortuna though, keep in mind that it is a min 1 hr drive. the place itself is beautiful and the location is stunning. the property is a bit old, but we'll maintained.

A beautiful place, a lot to do nearby and in the house all the amenities.

Un lugar hermoso, mucho que hacer cerca y en las casa todas las comodidades.

This place was amazing. We immediately wanted to stay longer. The house is very well furnished. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen had everything someone would want. The pool was perfect. But the absolute highlight was the backyard, with the view of the lake and all the birds. We just wanted to hang out there, on the patio, drinking coffee and watch and listen. Pia was super responsive and helpful.

Really great spot with a beautiful yard and view. Pia left a notebook full of info and local recommendations which was really helpful. It is a little far out from main areas such as La Fortuna so keep that in mind if you don’t have a car, but that’s also nice for peace and quiet.

We had a fantastic stay here--we are not new to Arenal, but this was definitely the most gorgeous, relaxing place we've been! The views are spectacular and the home was spacious for the whole family! Highly recommend staying here!

We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay at Pia's place. The communication leading up to our visit was friendly, prompt & incredibly helpful. The house was perfect for our needs (2 adults, 2 children - 4 & 11). The surroundings are phenomenal, the view cannot be beat and the house itself is incredibly comfortable. You will feel right at home! We highly recommend staying here for a truly serene experience!

We enjoyed the beautiful views that the house had to offer. The landscape was colorful, and the interior architectural details and teak woodwork was beautiful. We had all that we needed, and it was spacious. Although there was no airconditioning, the house was designed to allow the breeze to flow through the house. Plus the fans helped. We thoroughly enjoyed leaving fruit out for the birds and seeing the different types of birds come to the feeding tray. We are truly grateful for such a welcoming place!

It was a great place! Private! Lovely view and loads of birds to see. Could hear howler monkeys and the neighbors dog was a plus.

What a beautiful spot. The house is absolutely fantastic. We stayed there for a week and had a great time. Very clean house, very responsive host to our needs. You need to drive to the grocery store, restaurants and to do activities. There were so many birds to watch from the veranda. Would love to stay again there in the future.

A home away from home! Peaceful with a beautiful view of lake Arenal. We would definitely stay here again. From the architectural design to the pool, wildlife and majestic view we will have memories of a lifetime. This home made us fall in LOVE with Cost Rica!

If you want to see birds, this is a great place. Put some papayas and bananas out on the platform feeder each morning, sit back, enjoy your coffee, and watch the aracaris, oropendulas, toucans, and more. The location is beautiful. The kitchen is well equipped. The bedrooms are comfortable. The bathrooms could use a little updating, but they are clean and functional. We've stayed in over a dozen places in CR and Casa Gisela is a favorite!

Pia’s house was beautiful and clean with amazing views. Little tricky to find but really clear instructions given by Pia to get to. The house is really big and in great condition and the views of the lake are phenomenal

That’s how was extremely beautiful. The views were amazing. The wildlife was unbelievable far from the airport, but well worth it especially for the price.

We really enjoyed the home. The kitchen has been updated since the photos. Loved the view and the birds. The information I located in the guest book regarding the trails was very helpful. I enjoyed birding on the property and the trails. I would love to stay here again.

This is one of our favorite Airbnbs that we've ever stayed at! The views alone are amazing, but the home is gorgeous! The architecture of the home is stunning, and it's very spacious, clean, and so comfortable for a family to stay at. The hosts were friendly and very helpful. We spent the days going to Arenal, La Fortuna, and Nuevo Arenal, but it was very easy and quick to get there from this Airbnb. I highly recommend this Airbab!

Beautiful and peaceful mountain location! Quiet neighborhood away from the hustle of town.

Incredible home in Nuevo Arenal! Great views of the lake, a wonderful pool, and faster than expected wifi. Would 100% stay here again. Pia also has a great guide book in the house breaking down all the fun things to do in the area.

Beautiful construction in a quiet area. The house is rustic but comfortable. The rental price is a little high compared to other rentals booked in the country for our stay with  a similar price while the services are higher.

Belle construction dans un quartier calme. La maison est rustique mais confortable. Le prix de la location est un peu élevé par rapport à d’autres locations réservées dans le pays à l’occasion de notre séjour avec  un prix similaire alors que les prestations sont supérieures.

we had an overall great stay at casa gisela! beautiful home and responsive hosts. we loved the backyard and the pool! the wifi was strong and we liked the area. check in was a little difficult as we could not understand the lock at first, but then made it inside on our own. we were a little disappointed with the cleanliness of the house, since there were a bunch of little bugs (not bed bugs) on one of the bedroom pillows. there were also spider webs in areas of the bathroom. however, the home was so beautiful otherwise that it was not too big of an issue. thank you for a nice stay!

Lovely view, beautiful house, perfect communication. Absolutely recommended.

I have visited this beautiful house on several occasions and hope to repeat many more in the future.  It's always a pleasure to deal with the hosts.  The house is beautiful and has a spectacular location.

He visitado esta hermosa casa en varias ocasiones y espero se repitan muchas más en el futuro.  Siempre es un gusto tratar con las anfitrionas.  La casa es preciosa y tiene una ubicación espectacular.

We enjoyed our stay at Casa Gisela. Our family started each morning bird watching and found ourselves eager to return to the home to continue enjoying the views and fauna surrounding the house. It is in a quiet neighborhood. There was plenty of space between the multiple bedrooms and bathrooms for our family of five and we found the laundry room very convenient.

Our family really liked this place. Sunrise birds (tons of Toucans) can be super active, nice open views. House is large, comfortable, wonderful breakfast room with all glass. AC does not work but even in June with fans its fine. Without the ac ever running though it is a a bit musty but ok as it is tropical world. We will happily stay here again.

If you’re looking for a relaxing and peaceful setting Casa Gisela is it. The neighborhood is quiet (other than nature, of course), the views are magnificent and it’s a perfect retreat. I do have to note that if you’re someone who requires air conditioning, the house does not have it. Fans are provided and that helps immensely, but the lack of AC may be a turn off for some and in that case a resort will be a better option. I’m CR, restaurants and shops don’t have AC so other than your car there is no respite from the heat and humidity. About the house. The home is gorgeous and you can tell built with love and care. The views are stunning and the sunset over the lake was beautiful. We saw two toucans flying in the trees early one morning and that was a delight. The location is perfect. It’s about an hour to La Fortuna and the ride there is spectacular. Just a few miles into town we loved the German bakery for breakfast on our way out. Enjoy the sounds of nature and peace!

Beautiful property with a gorgeous view of the lake! As others have mentioned, it is a very vintage home but it goes with the story of the house and the host’s Grandparents Things to consider: - If it rains, the house cools very easily and A/C is not needed. However, for warm days with no rain, the house can be fairly warm - so keep that in mind. Our 2 year old struggled with nights here. - We had an issue with the internet not being very fast and no Wi-Fi signal at all in the office and back bedroom. We had to shorten our stay due to work so I wouldn’t recommend if you will need a private place to work and take calls. Internet was 4-10 mbs. Pia was quick to respond and accept our alteration request though, very much appreciated her communication! As a family vacation rental, this is a beautiful spot. Take note that it’s about 50 mins to an hour to most destinations in La Fortuna!

Beautiful views!! Our family really enjoyed staying at Pia’s place !! It has Everything you need !

We LOVED Casa Gisela… The home and the neighborhood are absolutely stunning! The moment we walked in we could feel that this was a house filled with love and wonderful memories. We will be returning to stay in October, we live in Punta Uva, and this home is our idea of paradise and REAL Costa Rica. Loved seeing all the different bird species since we mostly see green macaws, sloths and three different species of monkeys where we live in Costa Rica. Pia and Kirsten are fantastic hosts, so communicative and hopefully will be our neighbors one day. We’d love to own a home in this beautiful neighborhood. We went on a walk with the next door neighbors dog, Spike and met one of the neighbors who has two adorable Yorkies (we lost our Yorkie to congestive heart failure) it was such a pleasure to visit with her and to play with her two sweetie pies. The neighborhood felt like home and hopefully we can find our home there in the very near future.

Thank you for the stay. The house is amazing!

Casa Gisela is one of the most beautiful places I've stayed in. First, Freya and Pia were the perfect examples of what a great host should be. Always responding, flexible, and most importantly, super friendly. The house is just a dream. Breathtaking views of Arenal Lake, surrounded by beautiful nature where you can enjoy breakfast in the dining room and see exotic birds eat their fruits right next to you. The house is super cozy and made my family and I feel so at home. Easy access, super secure and with a swimming pool so you can refresh from the delicious heat of the area. I cannot wait to come back to Casa Gisela soon! I will also make sure to recommend it to all my friends so their vacation can be as dreamy as mine.

The house of my dreams!! So beautiful, peaceful, a breathtaking view... birds of any kind... a beautiful night walk to see frog and snake at the bottom of the residence!! This is the best place I've ever done on airbnb or booking. I really recommend it!!! Don't hesitate! The house was very clean, the beds comfortable, all the amenities available!!! Really great, we were 🤩 delighted!

La maison de mes rêves !! Tellement belle, paisible, une vue à couper le souffle… des oiseaux de toute sorte.. une belle balade de nuit à faire pour voir grenouille et serpent en bas de la résidence !! C’est le meilleur endroit que j’ai pu faire en airbnb ou booking. Je recommande vraiment !!! Ne pas hésiter ! La maison était très propre, les lits confortables, tous les équipements disponibles !!! Vraiment génial, nous étions 🤩 ravis !

Great stay at Nuevo Arenal, nice , relax place

An extremely comfortable, well appointed space to call home for the week. Beautiful grounds, setting and location. Close to attractions, local dining, and just overall relaxing. We enjoyed the daily visits from the neighborhood doggos and the birds visiting fruit on the platform feeder (Spike knows how to let himself in the back door but knows he’s not allowed). I couldn’t ask for more for my first stop on our visit to Costa Rica. I’m sure we’ll be back.

Amazing place, clean and spacious. A quiet place to go as a family and rest!! Totally recommended

Increíble el lugar, limpio y espacioso. Un lugar tranquilo para ir en familia y descansar!! Totalmente recomendable

The casa Gisela was just perfect! Quiet, well-equipped, well-located, well fenestrated to see all the birds present in the garden. We loved it!!

La casa Gisela était juste parfaite! Tranquille, bien équipée, bien située, bien fenestrée pour voir tous les oiseaux présents dans le jardin. Nous avons adoré!!

The house is beautiful, with an excellent view, spend the best new year with my family in there. The only thing that I think may need to improved in the cleaning, the house has a humidity strong smell in the whole house. Besides that, the house is completely perfect and beautiful!

Absolutely beautiful space. The house was large, comfortable, easy to cook in, and the view can't be beat. Very tranquil. Would love to come back and stay longer.

Thank you, Pia and Freya, for letting us share in the spoils of a five-decade family vision, in a location that stands alone, in a country that is still both wild and natural but welcoming enough to expose itself to its naked beauty. We enjoyed the hikes about Las Flores, picnics at the secret pond, over 40 new sightings to be added to our birding life list. Spending time in Town at Moya's made us feel very local. Extra special to be sitting at the breakfast table and having not just one Toucan, but four, show up on the Bird feeder!! Your home is truly a paradise, even when it is raining!! Arranging to have Nina arrive for personal sunset massages on the back terrace was an added bonus. We will be back that is for sure!! Pura Vida!! Carolyn, Tom, Geoff and Jill Kilburn PS Bird Lovers, bring your binoculars, you are in for a treat!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the beautiful surroundings at Casa Gisela. Pia and Freya were very communicative and responsive, and the birds, trees, and lake views were spectacular.

Pia and Freya’s Casa Gisela is a charming classic home in a great location near Lake Arenal. The grounds and view of the lake are wonderful and it’s a great location from which you can explore the Arenal/La Fortuna area. It’s very private and quiet and we enjoyed our stay. Pia and Freya are friendly hosts and Kirsten was very responsive and helpful. Thank you for making our visit an enjoyable one. Pura Vida!

Nice house with beautiful views of Lake Arenal. A pleasant garden with many birds (Toucans, hummingbird...). Kirsten was very responsive and helpful! A little far from La Fortuna activities... and some humidity in the house...

Jolie maison avec une belle vue sur le lac Arenal. Un jardin agréable avec de nombreux oiseaux (Toucans, colibri...). Kirsten a été très réactive et serviable! Un peu éloigné des activités de La Fortuna... et un peu d'humidité dans la maison...

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