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1 bedroom, in-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Miscellaneous
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Carretera a Monteverde, Puntarenas
  • Vista al Golfo
    2 min drive
  • Jardín de Orquídeas
    8 min drive
  • Ranario
    8 min drive
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    251 min drive

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About the area

Monteverde

With a stay at this cabin in Monteverde, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Vista al Golfo. .This cabin is 28 mi (45 km) from Lake Arenal and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Mundo de los Insectos.

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 14 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Green - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center

All proceeds from Casa Cielo fund the animal welfare, environmental and social welfare programs at the Sustainability Center. Casa Cielo is a breathtaking paradise with unmatched views of the forested mountains of Monteverde and is perfect for families or groups of friends. Enjoy exploring the private forest trails throughout our 2.5 hectare/6 acre property, and relax on the balcony to enjoy incredible sunsets over forest valley and the Gulf of Nicoya. Just minutes from Santa Elena and the Monteverde reserves, this cabin is the perfect home base for all of your ecotourism adventures in the cloud forest!

Casa Cielo is truly the most awe-inspiring home in Monteverde. This two-story (plus loft) A-frame cabin makes guests feel as if they are living in the sky. Hawks can often be seen soaring over the valley from the large picture windows running the length of the first floor. The sunrises and sunsets from the hammock on the upstairs balcony are an unforgettable experience. We provide you with free organic coffee from our farm in Monteverde for the first morning of your stay for you to settle in and enjoy the spectacular beauty of the surrounding forest.

Casa Cielo features a whirlpool bathtub on the second floor for two overlooking the valley forest views. With gorgeous hardwood floors throughout the cabin and plenty of spaces to relax, Casa Cielo is the ideal spot for a vacation in paradise. With a double bed and loft bed upstairs, plus a cozy futon, Casa Cielo easily sleeps 5 people. Both the downstairs bathroom and upstairs whirlpool bathtub have hot water, and there is a washing machine and double clothesline. You’ll enjoy the view while cooking in our fully-equipped kitchen, and the whole family will love sitting down for a meal at our custom-crafted dining table. Of if you’d rather relax, you can enjoy traditional Costa Rican meals cooked by our neighbors from the local community and delivered to you.

You’ll love relaxing on the couch or in the armchair in the living room, curling up with a book on the upstairs loveseat, or enjoying a sunset coffee or glass of wine in the balcony hammock. The views in Casa Cielo are unmatched no matter where you are in the cabin. The dining table looks out onto our forest preserve property, and further beyond into the valley and out to the Gulf of Nicoya. All of our guests love the upstairs balcony, which has a custom designed wrought iron railing– feel free to set up the hammock for some serious relaxing or take it down to do sunrise yoga.

Enjoy playing a game or reading from our library collection of children and adult books, Costa Rican guidebooks, and books about local flora and fauna. Sit down at the desk to write a story in our guestbook or look up activities in Monteverde with free Wifi. With over 2.5 hectares/6 acres of private forest to explore via our trails, you will have a great time exploring the famous cloud forests of Monteverde and seeing various plants and animals (including parrots, toucans, and monkeys).

You can enjoy the entire house, private parking space, and the private 2.5 hectare/6 acre lush forest property that surrounds Casa Cielo. There is a private gated entrance and short flat trail leading to Casa Cielo.

We provide guests with the option of ordering homemade meals that are delivered straight to your doorstep! Please arrange with us ahead of time if you would like meals (breakfasts, lunches, and/or dinners) prepared throughout your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a safe and a coffee/tea maker.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Veronica Sheehan

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Casa Cielo is a unique experience that typifies Costa Rica's laidback lifestyle and joy of the environment. We stayed 2 weeks and were awakened every morning by a pair of the local blue jays banging on the windows. We were visited by a troupe of Capuchin monkeys, a bold, red, tufted ear squirrel and a variety of birds. A gecko and baby iguana were in the bedroom- never caused problems, it was cool. Any organic food remains (apple cores, banana peels, watermelon rinds) were thrown out the window (as far as you can) for the wildlife. The view from balcony is magnificent, looking out over the forest and hills. One thing that took some getting used to was their septic system (same throughout the country, wherever we went) you DO NOT put ANYTHING- including toilet paper in the toilet. There is a small wastebasket provided for all TP, etc. If you want to get away from hotels and live more in line with the locals (yet still feel a bit special) THIS is the place to do it! Not only would I recommend it to others, I would cheerfully stay there again!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P., Mont Vernon, NH

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spot!
One of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed. The house is rustic and a little rough around the edges but that is all accounted for in the price and clear in the listing. The village of Santa Elena is close by and great for dining and shopping. Just string the hammock up on the porch and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa cielo
We enjoyed our short stay. Love the views from the windows and outside deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely tree house in idyllic location
The chalet was brilliant. A great space for the whole family, with amazing views. The hosts communicated brilliantly and we had a great time. The view is honestly just amazing and waking up to it on the mornings we're beautiful. Great facilities too with a kitchen stocked with equipment and some coffee and bits provided. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
hammock in paradise!
i had such a nice stay at this magical spot. saw beautiful birds and even some monkeys in the distance from the balcony! the views are unmatched.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krupali D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent !!
This property has the view !! Don't expect a completely bug-free room. All basic necessities are taken care of. It is not a resort but if you are looking for a simple, peaceful stay with great views, this is it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay!
We had the most gorgeous view up in the mountains and had a delicious home cooked authentic Costa Rican dinner one night! 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little quirky cabin
Beautiful views and ideal for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelson P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vue incroyable
Je recommande. La vue est à couper le souffle.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
There’s lots of great things about this place. If you want peace and quiet in nature this is the spot. Its a great cabin just far enough off the grid and it’s easy to get to town when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Navneeth, Valencia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Casa Cielo, this house is nested in nature with breathtaking views, a paradise in nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

michael c.

Beautiful views alright place
The views are great , place is cool , not as clean as I’d like it, the shower wasn’t clean when I arrived . A lot of cookware wasn’t clean. Hot water wasn’t great, the shower was not the nicest and kind of dark and not much light. I tried to use the tub but couldn’t manage to get much lukewarm water to fill a few inches and gave up. The fridge didn’t really get cold. The view from the balcony is really beautiful. Some improvements could make it really nice. It’s nice for some people, but personally I’d like a little nicer place and feel it was overpriced. It just felt like it needed a really good cleaning. I feel bad being honest and I appreciate the stay but I’d prefer a newer place for my next stay or at least a cleaner one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an amazing view!
We had a wonderful stay in Monteverde! The view is truly magnificent. We enjoyed watching the clouds roll in each day, capuchin monkeys playing in the trees nearby, howler monkeys in the distance, and so many birds soaring by. We also got to enjoy a delicious home cooked meal from Giselle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Million Dollar Views
Unbelievably beautiful views. This cabin has what you need to experience Monteverde. It's a cabin, so be prepared for a bit more rustic accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Grant V., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific views and privacy
This cabin is quite unique. The open views of this surrounding hills from the porch are remarkable. Very good value considering it has hot water and propane for cooking. It is about a 10 minute drive into Santa Elena or Monteverde. The place is a bit dank and musty, but probably to be expected considering it is in the rainforest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabin with incredible views of the stars and the mountains
Such a cute cabin with incredible views of the stars and the mountains! The balcony off the second floor is particularly wonderful, with a place for you to hang a hammock and great views and great opportunities to see birds. It feels like you are all by yourself in the mountains but is only about 8 minutes away from many restaurants and supermarkets. The hosts are incredibly kind and very communicative. We would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely place to stay, away from the hustle and bustle of Monteverde. It is a relatively simple, but charming, A frame cabin. But honestly, stay here so Giselle can cook for you. Seriously, the BEST Costa Rican food I have ever had. Probably the best food I had on my trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L., Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
A BILLION DOLLAR VIEW!!
I have traveled all over the world and I have never had a view like this ever! Not only are the Host super attentive they are very patient with a guest like me that ask a million questions! It is only 1.8km to Monteverde and extremely quiet. I have never seen sunsets like they have there...you won't believe your luck! The cabin is a high end glamping but has all the comforts you need. Beautifully birds come near the window and the extremely friendly little dogs come to greet you wagging their tails and are respectful and quiet. The house is close to everything and the owners provide a very well layed out map of exactly where everything is so tale a picture of it with your phone while you go on your adventures to find everything easily and be home before sunset if possible to watch the glorious breath taking view! BTW you can even see Golpho De Nicoya from there too if clear. We will be back!! PS...if you do use the the washing machine read the instructions first they are very straight forward but bring a few extra clothes pins to hang your wash outside. Your clothes will smell lovely!! Always remember to turn off the hot water when done and after showering to save energy and consider the environment. CLG
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacques B.

View is spectacular
View is spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible view
We spent two nights here to explore the cloud forest. Breath taking view from the balcony and a little gem I would love to come back to.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible find
An absolutely breathtaking view in a fun little spot. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view, excellent location for Monte Verde
We loved our three night stay at La Lindora. The view from this cabin is amazing morning, noon and night. The kitchen is adequately stocked and there are good restaurants nearby. Monte Verde is a short drive away. We loved just being at the place and looking out over the expanse of the valley, and watching birds come and go from the porch. We had dinner prepared and delivered from Giselle, as soon as we arrived ( ordered ahead of time) which was so heartwarming and delicious to start our trip. Highly recommend this and any outings provided by Stuart !! Thank you Stuart for being our friend and guide. Absolutely not to miss is a tortilla making and coffee tour with Stuart! Our guide in Monte Verde was so knowledgeable and we enjoyed the tour very much. Do pay attention to what is falling around you when looking high in the trees at howler monkeys! We would absolutely come here again when we have the chance. I recommend a head light or something for navigating from the parking spot down to the house. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wicked great
Loved this place! Close enough to Monteverde and all it’s wondrous parks and artwork. Quiet and amazing view. Do NOT pass up the chance to get breakfast from Giselle. We will dearly miss her cooking. And Stuart was inCREDIBLY helpful. A must stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theodore, Salt Point

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views. Great communication. Very private. Casa Cielo is a soulful cabin that is lovingly built and carefully maintained. Luxurious it is not, but we were perfectly comfortable there. Take advantage of the meal offerings and tour of the Sustainability Center.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021