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Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!

Vacation home near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve in Monteverde

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A spacious room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a bed with a green and white striped bedspread, a wooden chair, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A room with a bed, wooden furniture, and a TV.
A table and chairs on a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape with a clear sky.
A treehouse with a glass enclosure, a dining area, and a bedroom.
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, travel crib

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Monteverde, Provincia de Puntarenas
  • Place, The Bat Jungle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Monteverde Orchid Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ranario
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪157 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Monteverde

In Monteverde .You'll be steps from Ficus La Raiz and within a 10-minute walk of Monteverde Butterfly Gardens. Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre and Hidden Valley Preserve are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre - 2 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • The Bat Jungle - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Ranario - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Mundo de los Insectos - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Amistad - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Taco Taco - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!

Surrounded by the forest the house is set off the ground and has huge windows to give it spectacular views of the forest canopy and Nicoya Gulf. Big rooms and Queen size beds provide comfort, plus all the essentials and more are provided. The house is large enough for a family but also perfect for a couples romantic get-away. Located close to town but extremely private it is ideal as a base to enjoy all of Monteverdes attractions and is an attraction in itself that provides the peace to rest after a full day of activities.

As mentioned the house is located on a large property, there are other rent houses on the property but out of shouting distance to provide each with privacy. Just up the road from the property there are several restaurants, a couple small supermarkets, art galleries and souvenir shops. Also in the area there are several attractions such as private reserves, a butterfly garden, night tours and others.

The space

The house is located on a 27 acre property which guests can explore as they wish, providing them the opportunity to see lots of the local flora and fauna without having to book a tour or drive anywhere.

Interaction with guests

Our hostess will confirm your reservation, meet you for check in and help with any questions you might have about the house, the area, tour options, dining suggestions on anything else you might need. We will leave you to yourself once checked in but are available at any moment for any questions or help you may need.

Other things to note

As a note the sofa bed lacks privacy because it is located in the living area but not comfort since it has a double bed mattress on it.

This property has a security camera outside, facing the garage.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,550 square feet
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Above Gulf Vacation Home Monteverde
Above Gulf Vacation Montever
Above the Gulf Vacation Home Monteverde
Above the Gulf Vacation Home Private vacation home
Above the Gulf Vacation Home Private vacation home Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

How close is Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! to the airport?

This vacation home is 70.2 mi (253-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! on Aug 11, 2026 start from $281, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! to downtown Monteverde?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Monteverde.

Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corbie v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and views!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, very beautiful and unique home! Daniela is the best host, extremely responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dona T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with lovely furnishings. Kitchen was well supplied with needed cooking items to make our meals, mostly used for breakfast. Daniella provided excellent tips for markets and restaurants. The location was great for getting to our tours at Curi Cancha and Monteverde Preserve. Loved the deck for enjoying our coffee in the morning while viewing the gulf.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oliver R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time here. The view is spectacular. Everything was as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and our hostess Daniella was wonderful. Very responsive and helpful. We loved all the wildlife around as well.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing facility and amazing host Daniela. The place was super clean, well organized, and equipped.
Our guide George!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Monteverde home!

Amazing place to stay! Only wish we had stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views, lovely touches in the house, adorable host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Daniella was wonderful, meeting us upon arrival to explain use of the house and the area. She even arranged a night tour with George who was absolutely wonderful and interacted thoroughly with the children enhancing the experience. Would highly recommend and definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming and even left a sweet welcome note with some homemade banana bread. Host was communicative about the home and location. We had some difficulty finding the home, but that was due to it being dark by the time we arrived. It was pretty windy outside, so it was a bit chilly in the home (no heating system) during our stay. The host did give us a small space heater she had, which did help heat up one of the bedrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved this property, would highly recommend, amazing views with local wildlife coming to visit. A short drive into Monteverde, and dining options and a small supermarket very close by. Daniela the host was lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Monteverde stay

Very comfortable property. Amazing views of wildlife. The add-on breakfast was some of the best food of our trip! Daniela an excellent host. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Linda

Amazing property in Nature with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abigail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

The photos do not do this place justice. The place was well appointed and very clean. The beds were very comfortable and Daniella was an excellent and helpful host. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful surroundings

The house was great and had everything we needed. We were close to town and had fun observing wildlife from the back deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

susan c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is hidden and it’s difficult to find at first however, the area is beautiful, away from the noises. Plenty of space, rooms are very nice, located near to several attractions, downtown area is a few minutes drive. Though there was wall fixed small fans, the rooms need a ceiling fan for better air flow. Overall it’s a great place to Experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot. Very clean, lovely view, well equipped kitchen. Do note that the driveway down to the property is a bit steep, and might be tricky if you are in a sedan.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Daniela was great and responded quickly to our texts. The house is a lot more beautiful than in the pictures Unfortunately it was super windy and cold one night and there are no heaters so we froze and couldn’t get a good sleep but it was better thr other night. The cupboards are awkwardly high in the kitchen and the beds are hard and the bathroom could definitely use a counter top to hold toiletries and some hooks to hang things. All the rooms could use hooks. It’s a great location and was perfect for 4 people. We saw birds, coatis and agoutis on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

william k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay with family in monteverde

Saw family of coati around property. Daniela was very helpful and prompt with her communications. Highly recommend if staying in monteverde with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View

This house worked well for our family of adults. It’s close enough to town but it feels like a tree house in the woods. Great view of the Gulf of Nicoya. Communication with the host was always quick and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andi c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Beautiful views. Felt like a cabin in the mountains. Daniela was helpful and prompt in all her communication. Loved our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! Highly recommended - amazing view from the porch, and we saw toucans, bellbirds, capuchin monkey, agouti, coati, heard howler monkeys and manakins-- all while enjoying coffee of the porch. Feels like you're in the middle of the cloud forest but a quick drive or lovely walk to Santa Elena or Monteverde. We enjoyed the trails and the optional al fresco breakfast. Daniela is the best host. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025