This property is unbelievable. The owners go above and beyond their duties, from cooking dinner for us the first night and breakfast every morning, too booking all our excursions. This was a trip that we will never forget.

Our group of ten adults stayed at the Sunset Nov 1-5,'23 and could not have been more pleased with our experience. Villa – The home is amazing with views of Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano. The humidity in the Cloud Forest can be quite thick, but the AC units in the bedrooms made sleeping very comfortable. A separate refrigerator for guests was perfect. Food – a delicious breakfast was prepared each day by Luisa & Mar. Each day was a little different but always included freshly prepared smoothies (to which we added rum). We opted to have Patrick make dinner for us for two of the nights – both dinners were absolutely amazing. We also had fabulous meals at Gingerbread Restaurant & Hotel and Tinajas Arenal. Transportation – Miguel was our driver for our stay (airport pickup & excursions) and was absolutely, positively, without question, a highlight of our trip. He took great care of us and was always happy to make stops whenever we wanted and also took us to out of the way places for food, drinks, or amazing vistas. Excursions – take Patrick seriously when he says wait to book your excursions until you get to CR and meet with him. Our group enjoyed: white water rafting, Bogarin Trail sloth park, animal rescue center, hanging bridges, Baldi Hot Springs, and shopping. Helpful hints: Download WhatsApp before you leave home, best way to communicate w/ host while in CR. CC/US$ taken (MC/VISA mostly; Amex/Discover sometimes). Take raincoats/ponchos, reusable bags for shopping.

The house is big, plenty of room for family get together. The breakfasts every morning fixed by Patrick’s wife and a helper were suburb. Patrick fixed dinners for us almost every night and was very good at all the dietary restrictions we gave him. Everyone was very tolerant of two very rambunctious boys. There were no toys for the youngest at 2 yr old. But he did enjoy the pool and hot tub. The bedrooms were large comfortable each with their own bathrooms. The kitchen had everything you could ever need. The outdoor patio over looking lake Arenal was wonderful. We had a couple mornings were the clouds were right on top of us, hence the Cloud Forest. We hired Miguel as our driver for the week and he was suburb in his accommodation of our group and knowledge of the area. He acted as our tour guide. While the older members went on adventures Miguel took others with the 2 yr old to wonderful playgrounds and stayed with us till time to go back and pick up the others. I would highly recommend The Sunset for large group vacations.

We stayed at this property for four nights in August 2023 and had a great time! It's a beautiful home with amazing views and absolutely wonderful hosts!! Breakfast was delicious every morning and we had dinner prepared for the twelve of us as well one evening! Patrick checked in on us everyday to make sure we had everything we needed and to book/arrange our daily outings. Miguel was our daily driver (which Patrick arranged for us too), as activities we some miles away, and we loved him too!

We couldn’t have been happier with the choice we made to stay at this property! Two families with teenagers were easily accommodated in this spacious home away from home, which included private baths in each bedroom, a comfortable living area, and a separate pool house complete with indoor pool and games that our kids thoroughly enjoyed! The property owner, Patrick, was like our own personal concierge…checking in with us each morning, scheduling tours, helping with reservations and attending to all of our needs. Elisa and Mar prepared hearty, delicious breakfasts for us each day, along with a fantastic traditional Costa Rican dinner the night we arrived. Miguel, our driver, was also wonderful, sharing his knowledge of the region and also pointing out lots of things (sloths, frogs, monkeys…) that otherwise may have gone unseen by our untrained eyes! When we lost an item at one of the sites we visited, Patrick and Miguel were instrumental in helping us to get it back…we were so thankful as it never would have happened without their local connections! Thanks again for a great stay! We had a fantastic time at Red Sunset!

We love Costa Rica so much that we planned our family vacation with 19 of us (ages 12-45) staying at Patrick's VRBO. From the moment our driver Miguel and his daughter picked us up from the airport, we knew we were in good hands. Patrick set everything up for us, every excursion, dinner reservations, grocery shopping, drivers, delicious fresh breakfast every morning, and home made dinner that didn't disappoint. The view from this home was just beautiful and peaceful especially first thing in the AM when it's still quite and you could sit on porch, drink your coffee and watch the parrots and toucans play in the trees and love on the neighborhood dogs. The bedrooms has ice cold A/C, the living room and kitchen don't have A/C, but there are plenty of fans to bring into these areas so you can very comfortably still hang out with everyone and not be hot. The kids and the adults took full advantage of the chessboard, pool and hottub. Most of the excursions we did were an hour away, but again Patrick booked everything and Miguel and his daughter Pamala were there everyday ready to drive us and make any pit stops we requested. Miguel gives you history on the area and always made sure the whole party was safely in van to go to next stop or return home. We all highly recommend the GingerBread House for dinner, you won't be disappointed! Make sure to stop in their German Town and get a icecream coffee and some food. We will 100% go back to this great VRBO, thank you Patrick and team!!

It was the perfect mix of feeling like you were in a luxury resort but yet you were experiencing all the beauty and culture of a unique Costa Rica experience. The location was gorgeous, service received from our host Patrick was amazing. He organized everything for us upon request and gave perfect suggestions when requested. The breakfast every morning was like a delicious feast. We had the whole house for our family alone and just walked out the door each morning to our fabulous drivers and did not worry about a thing. So many birds of paradise, toucans , horses all seen every morning from our patio. It was truly a vacation of a lifetime for me and my family . My husband , and children ages 24, 22 and 19. The perfect adventure with the perfect mix of relaxation.

The property is great. The surroundings are beautiful. The best thing about the house is the owner, Patrick. He and his wife and staff made us feel like we were part of the family. Patrick took care of arranging excursions per our requests. The breakfasts were incredible and the two dinners we had at the house were fabulous also. I hop eto be able to return again in the future.

The Red Sunset is a great property for the family. Multiple rooms each with an en suite bathroom provided great space for the whole family. Daily breakfast was AMAZING and so filling before heading out for adventure nearby. Patrick was great setting us up with different experiences and working them into our timelines as well as providing recommendations for restaurants in the area. The view is amazing and it was so nice being able to enjoy the jacuzzi at the end of each day. Highly recommend!!

It's been 5 days since we left and we still haven't gotten over missing the homemade breakfasts! The property was a perfect match for our family's needs. Patrick made fabulous recommendations for our excursions and Miguel and his driving crew got us where we needed to be safely. It was truly a trip of a lifetime!

The house is amazing and has all amenities including a wonderful breakfast every morning and incredible family dinner (at a reasonable charge ) if you feel like eating well and relaxing . The staff was friendly and welcoming . The house has a separate place with a pool , hot tub, gym , and ping pong table where both the adults and kids enjoyed . We will return . Great vacation and Patrick will help with whatever planning you may need while you are there

This was our first time in Costa Rica and Patrick and his team made it remarkable! The location was pretty central to all of the things we wanted to see and do, and our driver (Miguel) was a gem. They each made recommendations for us to maximize our time and enjoyment. Patrick booked all of our activities for us and now I don’t ever want to travel any other way! It really took all of the stress and worry about planning off my plate for the week. The breakfasts each morning were delicious! It was wonderful to be able to choose what time we wanted breakfast each day so we could either sleep in or get a jump on the day. Patrick cooked two meals for us and they were superb. The house was so spacious. Each room has its own bathroom. My kids loved that no one had to share bathrooms. We saw toucans every morning off the patio and other types of birds and hummingbirds. Patrick’s friendly dogs helped us feel right at home as well. I hope we can come back again and stay! It was wonderful!

This home offers old world beauty and charm with modern amenities (bathroom in every bedroom!) and absolutely breathtaking views of Lake Arenal and the volcano. Patrick ensured all of our needs and interests were taken care of, arranging multiple excursions....this allowed us to literally show up in Costa Rica without planning a thing, yet we zip-lined, ATV'd, went on a chocolate/coffee tour, and swam in a waterfall. Additionally the daily breakfasts were amazing...we felt truly spoiled. Patrick removes the "daunting" factor of visiting a foreign country. I highly recommend this property!

We had an amazing time at the Red Sunset! Patrick is the best host and arranges activities perfect for our families. From an awesome river float to zip-lining in the jungle, it did not disappoint! We also had an amazing breakfast every morning and two delicious meals! Would highly recommend!

We had a great stay at the Red Sunset! Patrick was very kind and helpful. We had him fix one dinner while we were there, and it was delicious. We loved the complimentary breakfast each morning. Very good cooks. All of our activities ranged from 45- 60 minute drive. We loved being in the mountains and having the incredible view.

Thank you for the amazing breakfasts and cooking my favorite schnitzel and spaetzle:) The views of the volcano were excellent during our stay. Always a pleasure to return.

Thank you for the amazing breakfasts and cooking my favorite schnitzel and spaetzle:) The views of the volcano were excellent during our stay. Always a pleasure to return.

Large villa with great overlooking view of lake arenal and entire area. Spacious bedrooms with air conditioning and each with bathrooms. Host was very attentive and caring for our experience. Had plenty of recommendations. Daily breakfast included which was delicious!!

Super helpful and friendly host, great recommendations for day trips, fabulous driver (Miguel), house is super clean and gorgeous. Daily breakfast was fresh and delicious, meal cooked for us one night at house. Had a most wonderful time and would highly recommend to everyone. I can’t say enough good things about Patrick and Red Sunset, it was truly a trip to remember!!! Pura Vida!!!

We loved the property! It was simply amazing. Also, Patrick and his wife were wonderful hosts and so helpful. I would definitely stay there again.

Patrick's home and property are absolutely amazing. Pictures do not do it justice. Not only do you get a beautifully appointed home, amazing breakfast and stunning views (above the mosquito line). Patrick is your personal concierge. From helping you decide what to do, booking tours, coordinating your personal driver (thank you Miguel!!!!) having pizza delivered or having dinner cooked right at the house. (Amazing)! Do not hesitate to book you will not be disappointed. Thank you Patrick for making our family trip unforgettable. We can't wait to come back.

We had a wonderful time staying at the Red Sunset. The property is absolutely beautiful, both inside and out. The views are incredible. Patrick is a wonderful, accommodating host. It was such a treat to have breakfast made for us each morning, and the option to also have wonderful dinners, and all of the food was delicious. Patrick was kind enough to recommend and arrange several outings for us, and contact our transportation company to coordinate with them. We were a group of 3 adults and 5 children, and the amenities and space were perfect. I can’t recommend this property enough!

Patrick and his family take amazing care of guests. Patrick will book adventures, his family will cook a dinner for your crew, and every morning they will cook a delicious breakfast. Not to mention the gorgeous property with unforgettable views. This was my second visit and didn’t disappoint. I’ll come back again!

This was an amazing experience. I have never had such an amazing concierge. Patrick was spot on with his recommendations. The food in the morning and the one dinner he cooked us was really good. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the 5 stars are well-deserved.

Our stay at the Red Sunset house was heavenly! Our group of 8, siblings and wives waited three years to visit Costa Rica. The pandemic had other plans for us which delayed our trip but Patrick worked with us to visit in 2023. This beautiful home is spacious with well tended bedrooms and bathrooms enough for a group as large as ours. Cheerful and bright with lovely painted walls and tiled floors, Red Sunset was a dream come true. The grounds are so green and groomed, filled with flowers and trees. The pool house and Jacuzzi provided welcome entertainment for swimming, relaxing and playing pool. A highlight for us were the delicious breakfasts prepared by Alicia and Marjane which included local fare and treats such as banana bread french toast, plantain and fresh fruit. The smoothies were delightful as well. We spent a lot of time on the patio which overlooks Lake Arenal. most of our group loves wildlife and birds and we got to see quite a few of them. We had a great night hike with Crazy Allen, quite a unique experience for sure! Patrick did a great job advising us on activities and making reservations. A wonderful place to be in such a beautiful country!

We were two families, 4 adults and 4 teens. The home is very spacious, clean and comfortable. The view of the lake and Arenal Volcano are beautiful. The breakfasts every morning were delicious and something we looked forward to everyday. Patrick and his wife were simply AMAZING! Patrick was able to coordinate all of our tours and activities. We stumbled upon a new restaurant (La Tortuga)that just opened up 2 weeks before we arrived..it is located right beside the “Lake Arenal” colourful sign..recommend stopping there for a great meal, beer, and coffee. Look forward to our next trip to Arenal

We had a wonderful time at this property and wish we could have spent more time here. Patrick was an amazing host. He helped us book our tours and gave us recommendations on where to eat. (Had one of the best meals I have ever eaten at place called Gingerbread down the road). Toucans would come and visit each morning and the view of the Arenal Volcano was perfect. I would love to be able to come back and stay with you again.

We had a wonderful experience at the Sunset. We felt that we had a more authentic Costa Rican experience than you would get at a large resort. The house has a unique vibe to it that you just don't get at a resort or hotel. The wildlife on and near the property was amazing. We even had a late night encounter with a Tapir on the road to the property! Patrick could not have been a better host. He is able to arrange just about any activity you could want on just a days notice. He is happy to set up as much or as little as you want. He takes all the hassle out of trying to figure things out on your own. The morning breakfasts are delicious and are a nice mix of traditional and local foods. This was our first time in Costa Rica and Patrick and his wonderful home have ensured that it won't be the last.

From the moment we arrived, I was blown away. The drive up, the lush greenery on property, views to die for (when it's clear out), all before going inside. I was looking for a house that felt like more of a true Costa Rican vibe, not a contemporary, and that is exactly what this is. The home is not fancy, but it's clean, beautiful, and exactly what I wanted. We had 6 adults, and there was so much room for us. So many beds, a kitchen that has all you could need, and a washer and dryer for us to use after all the fun activities of the day. Speaking of activities....the second we booked, the wonderful host Patrick asked us what activities our family wanted to do. We are an active bunch, and gave him quite a long list, from hanging bridges, horseback riding, ATVs, zip lining, waterfall repelling, sloths..... He made it all happen with ease! He also made reservations for our dinners and cooked in for us one night. So, not only is he a host, he's basically your trip coordinator as well. And you have the bonus option of hiring his driver Miguel. Miguel was amazing! He was given instructions every morning from Patrick on all we were doing that day, and off we went, with the only concern being having fun! The house also comes with an amazing breakfast every morning, and a housekeeper daily that is such a sweet woman. She made all beds after we left each day, washed towels, cleaned up breakfast, took out the trash and left you with nothing to worry about. The house also had musical instruments to play, board games, chess, puzzles, a pool house with hot tub and gym, and we took advantage of all of it! Every person in our party of 6 wants to go back, and we would all choose Patricks place again. On top of all that, the cost is an unreal value as well. I highly highly recommend this property to anyone. It made all our Costa Rica vacation dreams come true!

We are a family of five with three young adults. We could not have asked for a better host and rental for our first time visiting Costa Rica. Patrick described himself as a “co-pilot from a distance” and that was a perfect description. He helped us plan our daily adventures after he cooked a delicious breakfast for us every morning. The house was very well laid out and the pool and the hot tub were a great addition. We throughly enjoyed our stay and hope to be back soon!

We couldn’t have asked for a better experience for our first 4 nights in Costa Rico! This house is absolutely amazing and the host, Patrick, his wife, and staff ensured all our needs were meet, just staying on the property was an experience! Every morning Elissa & Mar prepared 5 star authentic breakfasts for us and one evening Patrick prepared a 5 star Italian dinner…we were spoiled! Patrick shared his knowledge of the local area and we enjoyed the outings that he recommended, river float, chocolate & coffee tour and waterfall excursion! Highly highly recommend the Sunset at Guanacaste!

13 of us - 4 adult couples and 5 teenagers - everyone got their own bed and each bedroom had its own bathroom. Being from the cold north we had to teach those that had not been to the tropics about not leaving clothing on floor or food everywhere!! Ants do love it there but if you are clean you seldom see them inside. The house is unique and has fabulous wood features. It is also away from civilization and you are able to walk on some not busy roads and view the foliage and birds and insects. The food Patrick and his wife and Mar make is fabulous - we had 10 breakfasts and each was different. Patrick either cooked for us in the evening or recommended a restaurant - all were fabulous. Miguel drove us in his large van - he made many recommendations and stops we had not planned which all turned out great. The only problem we ran into was we have 4 who get car sick - one especially and the roads along the north of the lake are very curved and even with gravol caused problems. So if that is a concern in your family it might be better to stay closer to La Fortuna. We had a great time in the rain/cloud forest and will never forget it!!