Vacation rental in Sucre, San Carlos, Costa Rica

Entire country house in San Carlos, with a view of Arenal Volcano

A house among pastures, with the San Carlos plain in front and a cool climate year-round. Ciudad Esmeralda and the Pozas de Sucre are 5 minutes away, and La Fortuna is 1 hour away.

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Side view of the house with the salmon-colored section, the dark stone wall at the entrance and the gravel road.
01The house

What the house is like

Private entrance and covered parking.

A modern house of 140 m² (1,500 sq ft), just for your group: three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a full kitchen. In the mountains the air is cool all year, from 19 to 23 °C (66 to 73 °F), and the house does not need air conditioning.

Living room, kitchen and dining area in one space, with a wooden sofa and a kitchen island.Bedroom 1 with a king bed on a pine base and a geometric wall in teal, pink and sage.Arenal Volcano over the San Carlos plain, with green hills in the foreground.Kitchen with a central island, range hood and refrigerator, open to the living room and the hallway.
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02Rooms

Where you’ll sleep

Extra blankets and blackout curtains.

For 6 people, and up to 8 if you use the sofa bed. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms: 1 king bed, 2 double beds and 1 sofa bed.

  • Bedroom 1

    King bed

    Private bathroom

  • Bedroom 2

    Double bed

  • Bedroom 3

    Double bed

  • Living room

    Sofa bed

    Open to the kitchen and dining area

03Services

What’s included

Washer and dryer at no cost.

Kitchen

Kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, oven, microwave, blender, rice cooker, coffee maker, dishes, cutlery, cooking utensils, and a dining table.

Rest and entertainment

Fast wifi, TV with streaming services, a sound system, blackout curtains, and space to store clothes.

Bathroom and laundry

Hot water in both bathrooms, a hair dryer, shower gel, towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper, plus a washer and dryer at no cost.

Outdoors and arrival

A terrace, a fenced garden surrounded by nature, and a barbecue grill. Covered parking for 2 vehicles, an electric gate, and exterior cameras. Self check-in: access instructions are sent by message before you arrive.

04The area

Next to the Parque del Agua

Approximate times from the house.

The house is in a rural tourism area near Juan Castro Blanco National Park, which is known as the Parque del Agua, the Water Park, because several important rivers begin there. The park protects cloud forest and the Platanar and Porvenir volcanoes, now inactive.

  • 5 minCiudad Esmeralda, Río de la Vieja canyon
    Waterfalls, turquoise water and canyoning routes. Accessible in the dry season.

    Guided walk of 2.5 to 3.5 hours with Vieja Adventure, only on dry days and by reservation. Children from age 6, accompanied. Not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Price: check with the operator.

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  • 5 minPozas de Sucre
    A circuit of crystal-clear pools for swimming and relaxing.

    River swimming and exploring for 3 to 4 hours, best in the dry season. Free on your own, or a nominal fee with a guide. Children with supervision. No facilities: bring what you need.

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  • 15 minMontaña Sagrada and the Parque del Agua
    Cloud forest with more than 230 bird species, the Pozo Verde lagoon and guided walks by day and by night.

    Open Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Parking, bilingual guides and bathrooms. Reservation recommended; guided walks need a minimum group of 4 people.

    • Mirador de los Cielos Ancestrales3 hours, with a snack and an observation platform.
    • El Vuelo del Dragón, Tarzan swingOne person at a time. Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
    • Guided day walkBilingual guide, snack and closed-toe shoes required.
    • Guided night walkAt 6:00 p.m., about 2 hours, with a flashlight and dinner.
    • Day pass3 hours with lunch, wifi and parking.

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  • 20 minSan Vicente
    Waterfall, agritourism farms and a plant nursery.
  • NearbyLa Marina and La Palmera hot springs
    Hot spring pools to end the day.

    La Palmera: hot spring pools with showers, changing rooms, local food and green areas, 3 to 5 hours. Ideal for cloudy or rainy days and suitable for children. Approximate admission of ₡3 000 to ₡6 000, depending on the facility.

  • 1 hourLa Fortuna and Arenal Volcano
    La Fortuna Waterfall and trails in Arenal Volcano National Park.

    If you leave early, it is a day trip. Prices are for reference, so confirm them before you go.

    • Trail through Arenal Volcano National Park2 to 3 hours through lava fields and past viewpoints of the volcano and the lake. ₡1 000 for nationals, about $15 for foreigners.
    • La Fortuna Waterfall500 steps to a 70 m (230 ft) waterfall, 1 to 2 hours. ₡8 000 for nationals, about $18 for foreigners.
    • Lake ArenalRafting or boat rides with specialized operators.
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Cows in a pasture at sunset, with a large tree and a volcano on the horizon.
Sucre pastures at sunset.

Getting here

The house is in Sucre, San Carlos, Alajuela. Booking.com lists about 63 km (39 mi) to Juan Santamaría Airport and about 42 km (26 mi) to the one in La Fortuna, as approximate distances.

05Guests

What guests say

Public reviews from Airbnb.

4.89 out of 5 · 9 reviews on Airbnb

Guest Favorite

Cleanliness 4.7 · Accuracy 5.0 · Check-in 5.0 · Communication 5.0 · Location 4.9 · Value 4.9

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“Beautiful house, super comfortable, clean, and an excellent location. Lots of things to do in the area.”

Alejandra · June 2025 · translated from Spanish ·Airbnb (opens in a new tab)

“Excellent place to rest, very cozy and comfortable, very well equipped, and Josue was very kind and helpful with whatever was needed…”

Kevin · May 2025 · translated from Spanish ·Airbnb (opens in a new tab)

“An ideal place to relax. A family-friendly setting surrounded by farms and mountains.”

Johan · March 2025 · translated from Spanish ·Airbnb (opens in a new tab)

06Information

Before you book

Details from the Airbnb and Booking.com listings.

  • Check-in and check-out

    Self check-in from 2:00 p.m.; access instructions are sent by message beforehand. Check-out before 11:00 a.m.

  • Cool climate

    Temperatures of 19 to 23 °C (66 to 73 °F) all year. There is no air conditioning, and there are extra blankets in every bedroom.

  • Children

    Children of all ages are welcome. There are no cribs or extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. On Booking.com, pets can be requested at no cost.

  • House rules

    No parties or events. No smoking.

  • Long stays

    Weekly and monthly discounts, and fast wifi for a longer stay.

07Questions

Frequently asked questions

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Covered parking at night, with hanging lights, a hammock and a white car.
The covered parking at night.
How many people can stay?

Up to 6 people in the 3 bedrooms, and up to 8 if you use the sofa bed in the living room. Beds: 1 king, 2 double and 1 sofa bed.

Is the house suitable for a family vacation?

Yes. Children of all ages are welcome, and the entire house is just for your group: 6 people, up to 8 with the sofa bed. There are no cribs or extra beds.

Do I share the house with other guests?

No. It is an entire house with a private entrance, just for your group.

How do I get to the house?

The house is in Sucre, San Carlos, Alajuela. Booking.com lists about 63 km (39 mi) to Juan Santamaría Airport and about 42 km (26 mi) to the one in La Fortuna, as approximate distances.

Are there security cameras?

Yes, there are outdoor cameras at the entrance and the parking area. The property has a perimeter fence and an electric gate.

How do I book?

On Airbnb or Booking.com, where you see the price and availability for your dates, or by WhatsApp if you prefer to message us.

What is the cancellation policy?

It depends on the platform and is shown in the Airbnb or Booking.com listing before you pay.

08Book

Book your stay

4.89 on Airbnb · 9 reviews · Guest Favorite

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Your host is Josue. On Airbnb he replies in under 24 hours, with a 100% response rate. Josue speaks Spanish and English.

Front of the house from the garden: the entrance, the window and the salmon-colored volume under the dark blue roof.