This was our third trip to Leaves & Lizards, but won't be our last. The new back porch on the Heliconia House provided so much fabulous bird watching that we didn't want to leave even to see more of the country. Birds would come on to the back porch and even fly right through it. We cooked most of our... more

We were in the Monkey cabin, and stayed 4 days in April. Not a 5 star hotel. Exciting 4 wheel drive road to get there. Nicely kept, cabins with full wall windows overlooking the volcano, jungle, and wildlife. Also had deck just beyond window to get view outside. Room had bunk beds and two other beds (3 doubles and one... more

We stayed three nights at Leaves and Lizards with our two girls, 13 and 15. We stayed in the Helconia House. Our house had two bedrooms, one bath and a full kitchen. The front porch had four hamock swings and there is a new patio on the back deck with an incredible view. We loved Leaves and Lizards! Our daughters... more

Our family of 2 adults and 2 kids ages 7 and 10 stayed here and had a wonderful time. The kids loved the farm atmosphere, every morning milking the cow and feeding the pigs. They had the best horses I have ever ridden. I been all over the world and have had some barn sour horses but their horses were... more

We made our second visit to Leaves and Lizards in June. While our first visit was jam- packed with activity, this one was more relaxing. On this visit, we stayed in the Heliconia House which has been updated with beautiful wood ceilings, AC (which we never needed to use), and new furniture. Deb, Steve, and all the L&L folks were... more

The view of the volcano and the rain forest from the cabin was breathtaking! The whole staff was incredible. Felt like home. The food was fantastic and everything was kept very clean. There was a horseback riding tour that was our favorite experience. I couldn't have asked for anything more! more

A visit with Steve and Debbie at Leaves and Lizards is a must if you are planning a trip to the Arenal area. My first time in Costa Rica was such a fun-filled, relaxing retreat that going back is a matter of when, not if. The Leaves and Lizards retreat was the perfect introduction to the beauty, the nature and... more

Deb and Steve will make you feel at home in an exotic land. They can help you to experience the best of Costa Rica. They have their own cadre of guides, so you get much more personalized service with regard to tours of the area. Our cabin was clean, comfortable and interesting. It had a spectacular view of Mount Arenal.... more

I've been to Costa Rica many times and stayed at Leaves and Lizards the last couple of times. The rooms (separate cabins) are great with a wonderful view of Arenol Volcano. The lush growth around each cabins allows for all the privacy you'd want. Debbie and Steve have become a part of the local community and can help any who... more