Small colorful 2-bedroom apartment with kitchen, inside sitting area, veranda with garden view, Wi-Fi, and smart TV. Sleeps 6 guests (max. 4 adults). A great family room! The space Your hosts, Kees and Griselda, welcome you to Monte Terras and to beautiful Costa Rica. Our property overlooks Lake Arenal and has a spectacular view on Arenal Volcano. You can admire the lake view, while enjoying a nice home cooked meal in our Rancho. Also the large saltwater pool provides a beautiful view over the lake. We are a family friendly hotel and provide a trampoline and a baby pool for the little ones. The cabinas are built in the back of the garden, where it’s nice and quiet. The lovely garden view and tranquil setting make it the perfect place for people who want to relax and enjoy nature. You can spot monkeys, toucans, and hummingbirds from your veranda at the room. We are famous for our breakfast that we deliver to your cabina (optional). Pets are allowed and we provide laundry service, baggage storage and private parking. We can also help you with travel questions, not just for the Tilaran and Lake Arenal area, also for the rest of Costa Rica. We also run a travel agency, so you can benefit from our knowledge of Costa Rica. Guest access Free parking on site

## The Space

This charming, colorful 2-bedroom apartment includes a kitchen, an indoor sitting area, and a veranda with a garden view. It offers Wi-Fi and a smart TV. The apartment accommodates up to six guests, with a maximum of four adults, making it an ideal choice for families.

## Location

Your hosts, Kees and Griselda, warmly welcome you to Monte Terras in beautiful Costa Rica. The property overlooks Lake Arenal and provides stunning views of the Arenal Volcano. From the Rancho, you can enjoy a home-cooked meal while taking in the lake scenery.

## Amenities

- Large saltwater pool with lake views  
- Family-friendly facilities including a trampoline and a baby pool  
- Quiet cabinas situated at the back of the garden for a peaceful atmosphere  
- Veranda with opportunities to spot local wildlife such as monkeys, toucans, and hummingbirds  
- Optional breakfast delivered directly to your cabina  
- Pet-friendly accommodations  
- Laundry service  
- Baggage storage  
- Private parking  

## Additional Services

The hosts can assist with travel information not only for Tilaran and the Lake Arenal area but also for other parts of Costa Rica. They operate a travel agency, allowing guests to benefit from their extensive knowledge of the country.

## Guest Access

- Free on-site parking available

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2BR cottage in Tilaran

Lake Arenal! Cabina for family of 6 (max 4 adults) - Cottages for Rent in Tilaran, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

We liked the place. It was easy to get to.

We liked the place and we really liked the host's service. He was very attentive. The breakfast he offered us was delicious, Kees.

Nos agradó el lugar y la atención del anfitrión nos gustó mucho muy atento,muy delicioso el desayuno que nos ofreció kees

The area is beautiful. You can travel to La Fortuna or Monteverde easily. We booked this place in a hurry and just before arriving we found out the pool was under maintenance. But the host was great and we had a delicious breakfast.

Kees was always very kind and helpful. The place is exactly as described. It's a very suitable place to rest. Beautiful. We had a great vacation

Kees siempre fue muy amable, y colaborador. El lugar es tal cual como en la, descripción, es un lugar muy adecuado para descansar. Bello. Pasamos unas super vacaciones

Kee and his wife were wonderful hosts and made us feel right at home. The location was perfect, and our kids loved the swings, trampoline, and all the animals right outside our front door. Kee’s wife prepared an incredible breakfast each morning—the Swedish pancakes were especially delicious! Since we visited during the off-season, the larger pool wasn’t available for swimming, but the smaller pool was perfect for our three-year-old. Being surrounded by the jungle, we did encounter a few cockroaches and geckos in the evenings, but that’s fairly typical in this environment and didn’t take away from our experience. We also enjoyed walking into the nearby town for lunch and dinner. The Hot Lava Café quickly became our favorite spot. Overall, we had an amazing stay and would absolutely recommend this property to families looking for an affordable, unique jungle experience with warm, welcoming hosts. We’d happily stay here again!

Excellent, everything was clean and the view is beautiful. The hosts are very friendly and the breakfast was very tasty! 100% recommended

Excelente todo limpio y la vista es bellisima, los anfitriones muy amables y el desayuno estaba muy rico! Recomendados al 100%

Thanks, Kees, for a wonderful stay! We had a great week; we are all delighted! Thank you for the advice and these long, very interesting discussions. I wish you much happiness in your little paradise. Vincent, Nadia, and their son

Merci Kees pour ce merveilleux séjour ! On a passé une semaine formidable, nous sommes tous ravis ! Merci pour les conseils et ces longues discussions très intéressantes. je vous souhaite beaucoup de bonheur dans votre petit paradis. Vincent Nadia et leur fils

Good communication. The host was always ready to handle any request we made. The place has a beautiful view

Buena comunicación, anfitrión siempre dispuesto a resolver cualquier solicitud realizada de nuestra parte. El lugar tiene una hermosa vista

Kees was very accommodating and friendly. The location is great with many awesome spots around. Very quiet and beautiful town. Views are breathtaking and the nature is lush and gorgeous! Kids loved the grounds and the pool. The breakfast was great.

We have had a nice time. Lovely location; although it was very windy, the garden itself was reasonably sheltered from the wind. We were a bit surprised that you have 2 apartments right next to each other and also share the terrace. Something to keep in mind. Breakfast is highly recommended! Thank you, Kees!

We hebben een fijne tijd gehad. Mooie locatie, hoewel erg winderig was de tuin zelf redelijk uit de wind. Wij waren een beetje verrast dat je 2 appartementen direct naast elkaar hebt waarbij je het terras ook deelt. Iets om rekening mee te houden. Het ontbijt is een aanrader! Dank Kees!

Our stay at Kees's place was very pleasant. Kees and his wife were very kind. The view is spectacular, there is plenty of nature, and waking up to visits from toucans, guans, and a howler monkey made this trip memorable. Cookie was the best host dog we’ve ever met!

Nuestra estancia en el alojamiento se Kees fue muy grata. Kees y su esposa fueron muy amables. La vista es espectacular, hay mucha naturaleza, y despertar con la visita de tucanes, pavas y un mono ahullador hicieron este viaje memorable. Cookie, fue el mejor perro anfritión que hemos conocido!

Great stay at Kees'! He was super helpful and friendly. We had a great wake-up call with a howler monkey right next to our cabin! Then we were able to observe it all morning! In the morning we had a delicious lunch made by Kees' wife! It was perfect!!

Super séjour chez Kees! Il était super aidant et sympathique. On a eu un super réveil avec un singe hurleur juste à côté de notre cabine! Ensuite on a pu l’observer toute l’avant-midi! Le matin on a eu un délicieux déjeuner fait par l’épouse de Kees! C’était parfait!!

Lovely homey stay at Kees! Great breakfast, friendly dogs and beautiful views

Kees was a great host, friendly and helpful. He offered to show us birds and tell us if the sloth showed up in the morning, but my kids saw the sloth themselves that evening. We ordered breakfast from him, which was the best we had in Costa Rica!  A great mix of local gallo pinto and pancakes, smoothies and juice. Great way to start our time in beautiful Costa Rica!

We are very grateful to Kees, who was very kind and warm. The place is like being in a dream, a charming landscape and a property cared for with great care. We hope to return soon. Thank you very much. 100% recommended.

Estamos muy agradecidos con Kees, quien fue muy amable y cálido. El lugar es como estar en un sueño, paisaje encantador y una propiedad cuidada con mucho esmero. Esperamos regresar pronto. Mil gracias. 100% recomendado.

Very nice place, it's a delight to sleep and the breakfast is very tasty. Very nice hosts

muy lindo lugar es una delicia para dormir y el desayuno muy rico . muy agradables los anfitriones

Unfortunately we did not have a good night, there were insects and humidity, the pool and jacuzzi are not in good condition, the place in general lacks maintenance, it does not match the photos.

Lamentablemente no pasamos una buena noche, habían insectos y humedad , la piscina y el jacuzzi no estan en buen estado, el lugar en general le falta mantenimiento , no corresponde con las fotos.

Ya la dano esta con el reputacion de nosotros , que personas habla cosas falso la unico verdad es habla de visitas , y no el  duenos y trabajadores de lugar  .ya una 2 estrellas con un familia que NO habla la verdad. Costa Rica esta differente de Canada y si afuera tiene insectos . Las cabinas esta bonita y limpio y todo el tereno esta mantenimiento muy bien y las piscinas esta limpio y bonita. 99% de toeristas esta muy feliz y 1 toerista miro un hormiga en el gardin ponge un mal reputacion a hoteles y personas que trabajo mucho horas [para ayuda las touritas con mucho corazon.  Turistas de otro paises NO hay  nigun idea de cosas a otro paises  y culturas . Mucho F.... Gracias

Beautiful place around Lago Arenal. Beautiful view!

Très beau lieu autour du Lago Arenal. Vue magnifique!

Very nice place with great views, the main bed is very comfortable, and in general the room is very nice. Kitchen utensils for frying or even preparing something as simple as eggs. The service was very pleasant.

Lugar muy bonito con excelentes vistas, la cama principal muy cómoda, y en general la habitación muy bonita. Falda utensilios de cocina como para freír o incluso preparar algo se sencillo como huevos. El trato fue muy ameno.

Very good stay, everything was excellent, no complaints

Muy buena la estadía todo excelente sin queja

The service was amazing, beautiful views and the place was peaceful

The perception is that because they are nationals (CR), the service is not good.

La percepción es que por ser Nacionales (CR) el trato no es bueno.

Hola Wendy . Nosotros tratamiento todo los personas y nacionales esta casi todo muy contente para visita aqui. Y directemente usted ponge la reservacion yo ponge un reaccion que ustedes reservar con 5 adultos a un cabina que escribo maxima 4 adultos. Para este cosa ustedes tiene la opcion para cancelar directo sin costos. Ustedes entrada despues la 9 de la noche ( y normalemente check in es hasta 8) y en este hora personas con hyos dormir entonces la unico yo pregunta para un poco tranquilo para no molesta otro touristas. Su vecinos habla gracias a ustedes para la ruido y no apago las luses en el corridor y para no dormir bien . Gracias y saludos y no hasta un proxima. Kees

The host is very friendly, the place needs a lot of maintenance, the pool can't be used, it needed cleaning and maintenance. The breakfast was delicious, the pancakes were very tasty and the typical breakfast as well.

El anfitrión es muy amable, el lugar necesita mucho mantenimiento, la piscina no se puede usar, necesitaba limpieza y mantenimiento. El desayuno estuvo delicioso, los pancakes muy ricos y el desayuno típico también.

We loved our stay right next to the lake. Beautiful views, garden with a sloth we saw in the trees. Fabulous breakfast  cooked for us and delivered to our cabin, where we sat outside and enjoyed a peaceful breakfast looking over nature. Children loved the pool. We could easily have stayed more than 1 night if we had more time. Found a lovely bar nearby with fantastic views . Thank you for having us!

Kees was a very nice host, we had a great conversation. Breakfast was fresh and delicious, and the surrounding area is lovely. Great views, and secluded surrounding, but close to small town activities.

Kees is a very good host, a place in contact with nature

Muy buen anfitrión Kees, lugar de contacto con la naturaleza

The views of the place are unparalleled, Kees is super friendly, my girls were delighted and We'll definitely be back soon.

Las vistas del lugar son inigualables, Kees súper amable, mis niñas quedaron encantadas y Sin duda alguna volveremos a ir pronto.

Kees’s place was very easy to find and was beautiful. You can tell a lot of love and work has gone into the property. Breakfast was good, make sure you bring cash to pay for it. Unfortunately my 3 year old fell at the pool area and suffered a bad concussion. Kees did not reach out to us to see if she was ok even though his worker told him about the incident. When I did speak to him the next morning, he mentioned that people fell quite often at the pool area and that it was an issue. I would not stay here again due to the pool situation since the pool was a big reason why I booked it.  I really hope this incident encourages Kees to take measures to make the pool area safer so this doesn’t happen again.

This guy takes wood work and builds to the next level.  Everything is solid inside and out.  I was impressed.

Monte terres is a beautiful place nestled in nature on a hill overlooking a stunning view of Lake Arenal. The cabins which were built by Kees, the host, are spacious and comfortable. They are equipped with everything you need in the kitchen. With so many beautiful nearby excursions. I highly recommend stopping here if you’re staying at La Fortuna. It’s the perfect halfway point between La Fortuna and Tamarindo or Coco Beach. His family is so welcoming, especially Cookie the dog! And for only $7USD per plate and brought directly to your cabin in the morning the breakfast I highly recommend,  it was phenomenal especially the Dutch pancakes and fruit! A must stay!

It is a very cozy place with an amazing view In addition, the treatment is very of the couple. It's very nice We managed to see toucans, a lazy bear and a porcoespin 😍

Es un lugar muy acogedor con una vista increíble Ademas el trato es muy de la pareja es muy agradable Logramos ver tucanes, un oso perezoso y un puercoespin 😍

Place with a great view of Lake Arenal. breakfast was enough and very good. We were only visiting for one night but the place was really nice, very large garden where children can play, visible pets, and the host very friendly. i recommend it.

Endroit avec une superbe vue sur le lac Arenal. le petit déjeuner était suffisant et très bon. Nous étions de passage que pour une nuit mais l'endroit était vraiment agréable, jardin très grand où les enfants peuvent jouer, animaux visible, et l'hôte très sympathique. je recommande.

We had the unfortunate experience of having our passports along with other very important items stolen as we were leaving Liberia on the way to stay at Kees’ accommodation. When we finally arrived he was outstanding! Friendly and helpful as much as he could be. I had to go ask questions late in the evening and he and his wife were very understanding and did everything they could to help us. This is a quiet out of the way stay that we used as a home base to do activities in the area. It is a bit of a drive to get anywhere but was a great place to visit! There were some great places to eat in the town within walking distance but one definitely needs a car to get to there.

Finding the accommodation was very easy as Kees sent us the exact location, because what we had no problem getting to. Once in the place we loved the view it has ! The lake looks amazing!! The casita is very cozy, it has everything you need to spend a nice stay, and everything very clean and aseado. Kees and his wife offer a breakfast we recommend taking as everything is delicious and at a great price. The place is close to wonderful places, we went to Ponderosa to see zebras and giraffes 🥰 but it is also close to falls, Monteverde and activities in the lake. We definitely recommend it.

Encontrar el hospedaje fue muy fácil ya que Kees nos envió la ubicación exacta, porque lo que no tuvimos ningún problema para llegar. Una vez en el lugar nos encantó la vista que tiene ! Se ve increíble el lago!! La casita es muy acogedora, tiene todo lo necesario para pasar una linda estadía, y todo muy limpio y aseado. Kees y su esposa ofrecen un desayuno que recomendamos tomar ya que todo es delicioso y a un excelente precio. El lugar está cerca de lugares maravillosos , nosotros fuimos a Ponderosa a ver a las zebras y girafas 🥰 pero también está cerca de cataratas, de monteverde y actividades en el lago. Lo recomendamos sin duda.

We were able to spend two nights well, in one of the cozy cabins, which overlook the garden. The location at the lake is great. From this stay we were able to take a great day trip to Rio Celeste. The host family is friendly and warm.

We hebben twee nachten goed kunnen doorbrengen, in een van de gezellige cabins, die uitkijken op de tuin. De lokatie aan het meer is geweldig. Vanuit dit verblijf hebben we een prima dagtocht kunnen maken naar Rio Celeste. De gastfamilie is vriendelijk en hartelijk.

We stayed 4 nights at this beautiful place. Kees was very welcoming. The garden, the view, the pool and the accommodation are great! Our kids don't want to leave.

Very good service and super polite Clean everything and Beautiful view

Muy bueno la atención y súper educado Limpio todo y Bella vista

Beautiful place to enjoy as a couple or family

Hermoso lugar para disfrutar en pareja o familia

Great place!! Super friendly Host and Family

Excelente lugar!! Anfitrión y Familia super amables

very nice accommodation, private, friendly people. 15 minutes from the center of tilaran. Excellent climate

hospedaje muy bonito, privado, personas amigables. a 15 minutos del centro de tilaran. excelente clima

The place is very nice and comfortable, they have a beautiful view and the attention was 10/10 Definitely the best part of our stay was cookie 🫶🏼 We can't wait to get back. Super recommended and please do not mistreat the local dogs, I assure you that they are greeted all with love.

El lugar es muy lindo y cómodo, tienen una vista hermosa y la atención estuvo 10/10 Definitivamente lo mejor de nuestra estancia fue cookie 🫶🏼 Nos vamos con ganas de volver. Super recomendado y por favor no maltratar a los perritos del lugar, les aseguro que los reciben a todos con amor.

Kees is a very responsive and friendly host. Enjoyed our 2 nights here. Pool was amazing. Stellar views. Would stay again.

Very nice place, to escape the usual, especially if you want to be in a cool place. The climate is very much. The facilities are very nice, and the service of the people in charge of the place is very good, keep it up. The view is also beautiful. Highly recommended. Quite a bit of space. The pool is fine, very small details, but overall very good.

Muy lindo lugar, para escapar de lo habitual, máxime si quieres estar en un lugar fresco. El clima es delicioso. Las instalaciones muy bonitas, y la atención de las personas encargadas del lugar es muy buena, sigan así. La vista también es hermosa. Recomendado totalmente. Bastante espacio. La piscina esta bien, muy pequeños detalles, pero en general muy bien.

This was a great stay! We traveled with a family of 6 with teens and this was perfect. The pool is great and has amazing view of Lake Arenal. Kee is super helpful and gave us a tour of the yard and showed us the sloth living in the trees at the house. Kee and his wife also made us a large breakfast which was amazing!! Wish we had that everyday! Highly recommend staying here.

Excellent place to book, Kees and his wife were very attentive.

Excelente lugar para reservar, Kees y su esposa fueron muy atentos.

We observed a 🦥 sloth in the garden. Very enjoyable host with lots of information provided. Laundry service by the host!!! Great breakfast as well. The pool was perfect since we are swimmers!

Our stay was great! Beautiful property and a great place for kids.

Kees is a very good host, friendly and welcoming. The surroundings are really beautiful, absolutely stunning view. If you're lucky you can see the sun rise just beside volcano Arenal. Great place if you have kids and if you'd like to spot animals.

Great place for a few nights… we really enjoyed our stay. Wonderful hosts. The small town is really cute and friendly.  Waterfall hike Viento Fresca was wonderful. Kids loved jumping in and walking behind the waterfall.  We also had a craft brew at the hotel  Laguna Arsenal and a very nice dinner at local restaurant.  Don’t miss the breakfast offering from Kees. Very nice!

Kees was a very responsive host to our requests, welcoming and warm. I recommend her breakfast which was really very good and hearty. Despite rainy and windy weather, the views are magnificent and its garden is really pleasant especially in the morning with toucans. Thank you again so much for hosting us.

Kees a été un hôte très réactif à nos demandes, accueillant et chaleureux. je vous conseille son petit déjeuner qui était vraiment très bon et copieux. Malgré un temps pluvieux et venteux, la vue est magnifique et son jardin est vraiment agréable surtout le matin avec les toucans. Encore un grand merci pour votre accueil.

very nice host. great breakfast.  amazing view to the lake.

Such a beautiful location - the views of Lake Arenal are incredible! The apartment is cute and well-maintained, and we loved the shared garden area with the swings and trampoline and sitting area. We even saw a sloth and two toucans during our stay. We weren't necessarily able to take part in many activities in the immediate area - it was too windy to recreate on Lake Arenal - so we can't speak much as to whether it's a good location for that. But we had a great time when we were hanging out at home, and our kids made friends with the girl whose family was staying at another one of the apartments. The best part about this place is Kees and Griselda! Kees is very attentive and personable, always checking in to make sure we have what we need. And Griselda is so friendly - when my husband mentioned a food he missed from his time in South America, she made some for him and brought it by! Also, the breakfast they provide for a fee is really delicious and a good value. Highly recommend!

Fabulous stay here highly recommend.  Very comfortable beds and homemade local breakfast.   Beautiful sloth just hanging out in the mango tree in the yard.

Excellent host, everything was very good.

Amazing spot! Loved the lakeside view with the Arenal volcano in the background. If you relax and pay attention, you might see toucans and other beautiful birds. Kees and Gris are friendly and super nice hosts.

Great place, Kees and Griselda are wonderful people. We loved the peace and quiet serenity of this location. Weather has taken a hit on the place, but nothing a few cans of paint can't fix. Well be back. Thank you. p.s. Dutch pancakes were amazing 🤩

Very friendly hosts. The place is very nice. The lake view is spectacular. 👏

Los anfitriones muy amables. El lugar muy lindo. La vista al lago es espectacular. 👏

Great place with a view to the garden and the large garden. Glad to come back!

Tolle Unterkunft mit Blick auf den Garten und den grossen Garten. Gerne wieder!

Up on the hill overlooking Lake Arenal, Kees’ place is a great location for road trips to all the Arenal area parks and more

It was a good experience, very quiet and family oriented. The I l’y downside was that we met people lodging next doors and stayed out late to talk but we’re told to be more quiet.

Excellent place, very nice, pleasant amphritions , a place dreaming

Excelente lugar, muy bonito, agradables anfritiones , un lugar soñando

Everything was excellent, nice location and views,

Excelente todo, linda ubicación y vistas,

Monte Terrace B&B is a wonderful place to enjoy Tronadora and Lake Arenal. We’ll be back!

Kees is a very friendly host, is very helpful and his breakfasts are delicious! After a full day in the national park, we found it in our own garden in the evening! We had a very nice time, thank you for everything Kees!

Kees is een zeer vriendelijke gastheer, is erg behulpzaam en zijn ontbijtjes zijn heerlijk! Na een hele dag in het national park gezocht te hebben naar luiaards, troffen we deze s‘ avonds aan in onze eigen tuin! We hebben een hele fijne tijd gehad, bedankt voor alles Kees!

Great location on large grounds. A sloth seems to be at home there. It lives in the tree in the yard. There is a pool and a magnificent view on the sea. Very friendly. Thank you!!!

Tolle Lage auf großen Grundstück. Ein Faultier scheint dort zu Hause zu sein. Es lebt im Baum auf dem Hof. Es gibt einen Pool und einen herrlichen Ausblick auf das Meer. Sehr freundlich. Danke!!!

What a lovely place and what lovely hosts! Incredibly welcoming and what a wonderful view! Would definitely recommend others to stay here! Also, opt for the homemade breakfast - it was delicious!

The place was difficult to find as the directions links were not accurate. The host says he’s been fighting with Airbnb to fix this, so I don’t put the blame on them. This was a nice location and excellent view! The pool that’s listed, just know that it’s public to the entire neighborhood. Host was not great at responding via phone but was very very nice and attentive in person. We had the host knock on our door at 10pm which interrupted some intimate time, which could have been avoided if host had checked his phone. He was very nice and gave reccomendations and even provided us breakfast (for a fee) which was very much worth it and appreciated. That being said, don’t leave any food out for 5 minutes or you will have an army of ants in your cabin.

i would like to give a private reaction on this , but that seems not to be possible . Maybe some explane that we have cabins with the service of a hotel. And we like to keep the cabins as clean as possible. ( you allready noticed we are in nature), so thats why dayly cleaning and towelchange. And sorry , i am not addicted to telephone and pc like the rest of the world , so i am too busy and do not pay much attencion to my telephone. And offcourse i am very sorry in nocking the door on the wrong time , but my last massage to you by phone was that i would visit you when i saw your car again after dinner. Have a great holiday in Costa Rica

Kees was fantastic and accommodating. Great host as others have said “get the breakfast”. Great launching point for our Costa Rica adventure.

A delightful location, overlooking the lake with a stunning view of the volcano. The natural surroundings and views of sloths, birds, wildlife and flowers was wonderful...and the delicious breakfast is was a "must have"! The Costa Rican plate and the European pancakes with local fruit jelly were a complete hit for the entire family! Thank you for making our trip to Costa Rica such a memorable one!

Kees is an incredible host. He will go out of his way to make sure your stay at his B&B is one of the best you’ve ever had. I definitely recommend the breakfast service he and his wife offer. Great food!

Kees was absolutely wonderful. He was very welcoming, kind, and accommodating. He provided great directions and recommendations throughout the trip. The pool was great for cooling off, and his breakfast was a perfect way to kick off the day. All around staying here was a great experience. Would definitely recommend

Great view of the lake, delicious breakfast and good communication.

We loved this place! The owner is great and his pancakes are outstanding.

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