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Hacienda Iguana is a gated beachfront community on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, known for its surf, nature, and relaxed lifestyle. The resort offers a mix of villas, condos, restaurants, and outdoor activities, all surrounded by tropical scenery and consistent offshore winds.

Beaches and Surf

  • Home to the world-class Colorado and Panga Drops surf breaks
  • Wide sandy beaches with warm water year-round
  • Reliable offshore winds thanks to Lake Nicaragua

Activities

  • Golf course inside the community
  • Walking, biking, and wildlife spotting on quiet internal roads
  • Beachfront yoga and fitness options
  • Easy access to boat trips, fishing, and nearby attractions

Dining

  • Iguana Beach Club for oceanfront meals and sunset drinks
  • Pili’s Kitchen for smoothies and healthy bowls
  • Casa Ananas for wood-fired dinners and cocktails
  • Cafes, ice cream, and seasonal pop-ups across the community

Why Visitors Like It

  • Walkable, safe, and family-friendly
  • Excellent surf and beach access
  • Good food options without leaving the resort
  • A calm, laid-back atmosphere perfect for longer stays

Hacienda Iguana blends comfort and nature, making it a popular destination for surfers, families, couples, and anyone seeking a peaceful coastal getaway.

Editor's Picks

12 properties with excellent locations and consistent guest praise — the best of the best

  1. Casa Kontiki beachside gem +game room - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$472/nt

    Casa Kontiki beachside gem +game room

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    4

    4

    10

    4.8

    (95)

  2. Beachfront family special - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$239/nt

    Beachfront family special

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    3

    2

    7

    4.8

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  3. Panga Vista/Surfers Special - Apartments for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$177/nt

    Panga Vista/Surfers Special

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    2

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    5

    4.9

    (58)

  4. Hacienda Iguana - Studio Apartment - 1 Bedroom - Guesthouses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$85/nt

    Hacienda Iguana

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    1

    1

    2

    4.9

    (73)

  5. EUCALYPTUS Villa - Villas for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$543/nt

    EUCALYPTUS Villa

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    4

    4

    14

    4.9

    (59)

  6. Villas Iguana Beachfront A-2 - Condominiums for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$180/nt

    Villas Iguana Beachfront A-2

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    3

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    6

    4.9

    (50)

  7. New Home at Hacienda Iguana - Vacation homes for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$209/nt

    New Home at Hacienda Iguana

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    3

    2

    6

    5.0

    (64)

  8. Stylish Oceanfront Retreat ~ Beach ~ Surf ~ Pool! - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$179/nt

    Stylish Oceanfront Retreat ~ Beach ~ Surf ~ Pool!

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    2

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    5.0

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  9. Playa Colorado Condo - 3BR Ground Floor - VRD1 - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Nicaragua$194/nt

    Playa Colorado Condo

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    3

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    7

    5.0

    (38)

  10. THE BEST BEACH HOUSE IN NICARAGUA$262/nt

    THE BEST BEACH HOUSE IN NICARAGUA

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    2

    5

    4.8

    (84)

  11. Styled up Golf Condo in Hacienda Iguana - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$194/nt

    Styled up Golf Condo in Hacienda Iguana

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    2

    6

    5.0

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  12. Beachfront at a budget..with pool - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$158/nt

    Beachfront at a budget..with pool

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    1

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  1. Beach Front Condo Iguana - Condominiums for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$7/nt

    Beach Front Condo Iguana

    house

    2

    2

    4

    4.7

    (50)

  2. Villas Iguana Beachfront A-2 - Condominiums for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$180/nt

    Villas Iguana Beachfront A-2

    house

    3

    2

    6

    4.9

    (50)

  3. New Home at Hacienda Iguana - Vacation homes for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$209/nt

    New Home at Hacienda Iguana

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    3

    2

    6

    5.0

    (64)

  4. Casita de Sol, just one row back from beach front! - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$211/nt

    Casita de Sol, just one row back from beach front!

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    3

    3

    6

    4.9

    (52)

  5. Playa Colorado Condo - 3BR Ground Floor - VRD1 - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Nicaragua$194/nt

    Playa Colorado Condo

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    3

    2

    7

    5.0

    (38)

  6. Modern Condo Steps from Iguana's Clubhouse - Condominiums for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$180/nt

    Modern Condo Steps from Iguana's Clubhouse

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    3

    2

    8

    4.9

    (32)

  7. Southern Dream Luxury Beach-front Villa - Villas for Rent in El Gigante, Rivas, Nicaragua$10/nt

    Southern Dream Luxury Beach-front Villa

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    4

    3

    8

    4.8

    (4)

  8. Oceanfront V5 condo Playa Colorados - Condominiums for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$212/nt

    Oceanfront V5 condo Playa Colorados

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    3

    2

    6

    4.9

    (46)

  9. Styled up Golf Condo in Hacienda Iguana - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$194/nt

    Styled up Golf Condo in Hacienda Iguana

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    3

    2

    6

    5.0

    (60)

  10. La Casa Playa Colorados 2 - Houses for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$60/nt

    La Casa Playa Colorados 2

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    1

    1

    3

    4.5

    (29)

  11. 2BR casita 5 mins from Colorados & Panga Drops - Guesthouses for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$92/nt

    2BR casita 5 mins from Colorados & Panga Drops

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    2

    2

    4

    4.9

    (24)

  12. Eco Casita Phase III #2: Casa de Olas - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$190/nt

    Eco Casita Phase III #2: Casa de Olas

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    6

    4.8

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Best for Families

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  1. Window to the Waves: Colorados Surf Break (max 6)$628/nt

    Window to the Waves: Colorados Surf Break (max 6)

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    3

    3

    6

    5.0

    (24)

  2. Gardeners Reward 5br right at Pangas Drop break - Villas for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$673/nt

    Gardeners Reward 5br right at Pangas Drop break

    house

    5

    5

    10

    5.0

    (14)

  3. Villa Colorados (Playa Colorados) Beach,Surf,Golf - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$571/nt

    Villa Colorados (Playa Colorados) Beach,Surf,Golf

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    4

    3

    9

    5.0

    (14)

  4. Casa Panga Drops - Beachfront - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$679/nt

    Casa Panga Drops

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    4

    4

    10

    5.0

    (14)

  5. Iguana Beach House: Beachfront House with Pool - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$947/nt

    Iguana Beach House: Beachfront House with Pool

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    4

    10

    5.0

    (10)

  6. Casa Lily Hacienda Iguana - Outdoor Sauna - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$335/nt

    Casa Lily Hacienda Iguana

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    3

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    6

    5.0

    (8)

  7. Hacienda Colorado - on Colorado's Surf Break - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$862/nt

    Hacienda Colorado

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    10

    5.0

    (5)

  8. Casa Calala, Playa Colorado vacation Beach Villa. - Villas for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$516/nt

    Casa Calala, Playa Colorado vacation Beach Villa.

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    12

    5.0

    (71)

  9. Styled up Golf Condo in Hacienda Iguana - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$194/nt

    Styled up Golf Condo in Hacienda Iguana

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    6

    5.0

    (60)

  10. Fort Walker (Beachfront House) - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$900/nt

    Fort Walker (Beachfront House)

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    8

    5.0

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  11. New Home at Hacienda Iguana - Vacation homes for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$209/nt

    New Home at Hacienda Iguana

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    6

    5.0

    (64)

  12. Oceanfront in luxury and style! - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$327/nt

    Oceanfront in luxury and style!

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    6

    5.0

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  1. Modern Guesthouse in Hacienda Iguana - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$103/nt

    Modern Guesthouse in Hacienda Iguana

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    1

    1

    2

    5.0

    (26)

  2. Surf Loft Playa Colorado 3 minute walk to the surf - Apartments for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$118/nt

    Surf Loft Playa Colorado 3 minute walk to the surf

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    1

    1

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    5.0

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  3. Stylish Oceanfront Retreat ~ Beach ~ Surf ~ Pool! - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$179/nt

    Stylish Oceanfront Retreat ~ Beach ~ Surf ~ Pool!

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    2

    4

    5.0

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  4. Hacienda Iguana: Luxury Apartment with Pool & Golf - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$99/nt

    Hacienda Iguana: Luxury Apartment with Pool & Golf

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    2

    2

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  5. Las Playas Village #7 - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$130/nt

    Las Playas Village #7

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    4

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  6. Eco Casita Phase I #10 - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$160/nt

    Eco Casita Phase I #10

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    4

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  7. Casa Del Mar - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$175/nt

    Casa Del Mar

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  8. Comfy and Cozy Eco-Casita - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$135/nt

    Comfy and Cozy Eco-Casita

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  9. Zen Casita near Playa Colorado! - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$160/nt

    Zen Casita near Playa Colorado!

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  10. Casita in Hacienda Iguana - Outdoor Sauna. - Guesthouses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$182/nt

    Casita in Hacienda Iguana

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    1

    1

    3

    5.0

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  11. Casita Koyu, 2 min walk to Playa Colorado Surf - Guesthouses for Rent in Hacienda Iguana, Rivas, Nicaragua$118/nt

    Casita Koyu, 2 min walk to Playa Colorado Surf

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    1

    1

    2

    5.0

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  12. Hacienda Iguana - Studio Apartment - 1 Bedroom - Guesthouses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$85/nt

    Hacienda Iguana

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  1. Beach Front Condo Iguana - Condominiums for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$7/nt

    Beach Front Condo Iguana

    house

    2

    2

    4

    4.7

    (50)

  2. La Casa Playa Colorados - Houses for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$85/nt

    La Casa Playa Colorados

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    2

    1

    5

    4.9

    (18)

  3. Hacienda Iguana Colorado’s stay - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$201/nt

    Hacienda Iguana Colorado’s stay

    house

    3

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    11

    4.8

    (5)

  4. La Casa Playa Colorados 2 - Houses for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$60/nt

    La Casa Playa Colorados 2

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    1

    1

    3

    4.5

    (29)

  5. Modern Condo Steps from Iguana's Clubhouse - Condominiums for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$180/nt

    Modern Condo Steps from Iguana's Clubhouse

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    3

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    8

    4.9

    (32)

  6. 2BR casita 5 mins from Colorados & Panga Drops - Guesthouses for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$92/nt

    2BR casita 5 mins from Colorados & Panga Drops

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    4

    4.9

    (24)

  7. Town House 9: Comfort and golf course view - Townhouses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$140/nt

    Town House 9: Comfort and golf course view

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    2

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    6

    4.8

    (28)

  8. Guanacaste Eco-Casita House - Houses for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$153/nt

    Guanacaste Eco-Casita House

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    2

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    6

    4.9

    (46)

  9. Quinta Martha, whole house (sleeps 10) - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$260/nt

    Quinta Martha, whole house (sleeps 10)

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    5

    4

    10

    4.6

    (5)

  10. Playa Colorado Condo - 3BR Ground Floor - VRD1 - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Nicaragua$194/nt

    Playa Colorado Condo

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    3

    2

    7

    5.0

    (38)

  11. Studio Apartment - Apartments for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$84/nt

    Studio Apartment

    house

    1

    1

    3

    4.7

    (32)

  12. Río Dulce V-13: Ocean View Penthouse - Condominiums for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$170/nt

    Río Dulce V-13: Ocean View Penthouse

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    6

    4.8

    (9)

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  1. Deluxe Surf Front Sanctuary   9bd / 9.5 ba - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$1321/nt

    Deluxe Surf Front Sanctuary 9bd / 9.5 ba

    house

    9

    9

    16

    4.7

    (3)

  2. Altos de Colorado$1254/nt

    Altos de Colorado

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    5

    5

    12

    4.8

    (6)

  3. Casa Colorados Beachfront House$1099/nt

    Casa Colorados Beachfront House

    house

    5

    6

    12

    4.9

    (10)

  4. Fort Walker (Beachfront House + Studio) - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$1020/nt

    Fort Walker (Beachfront House + Studio)

    house

    5

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    10

    4.9

    (9)

  5. Iguana Beach House: Beachfront House with Pool - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$947/nt

    Iguana Beach House: Beachfront House with Pool

    house

    4

    4

    10

    5.0

    (10)

  6. Window to the Waves: Deluxe 4br at Colorados Break - Villas for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$913/nt

    Window to the Waves: Deluxe 4br at Colorados Break

    house

    4

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    8

    4.9

    (10)

  7. Fort Walker (Beachfront House) - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$900/nt

    Fort Walker (Beachfront House)

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    4

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    8

    5.0

    (46)

  8. Panga Point Moderna Casa frente al mar - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$870/nt

    Panga Point Moderna Casa frente al mar

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    7

    7

    16

    5.0

    (8)

  9. Hacienda Colorado - on Colorado's Surf Break - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$862/nt

    Hacienda Colorado

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    4

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    10

    5.0

    (5)

  10. Casa Pasatiempo - on Colorados - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$804/nt

    Casa Pasatiempo

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    5

    5

    10

    4.9

    (9)

  11. Casa Nami, 2 min walk to Playa Colorado Sleeps 8 - Houses for Rent in Hacienda Iguana, Nicaragua, Hacienda Iguana, Nicaragua, Nicaragua$779/nt

    Casa Nami, 2 min walk to Playa Colorado Sleeps 8

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    9

    4.8

    (6)

  12. Casa Panga Drops - Beachfront - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$679/nt

    Casa Panga Drops

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    10

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  1. Playa Colorado studio, 2 min walk to the surf - Bungalows for Rent in Hacienda Iguana, Hacienda Iguana, Nicaragua$102/nt

    Playa Colorado studio, 2 min walk to the surf

    house

    0

    0

    3

    5.0

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  2. Beachfront at a budget..with pool - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$158/nt

    Beachfront at a budget..with pool

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    5

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    (124)

  3. Beachfront family special - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$239/nt

    Beachfront family special

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  4. Comfortable Beachfront Villa with pool - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$122/nt

    Comfortable Beachfront Villa with pool

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    1

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    4

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  5. Casa Kontiki beachside gem +game room - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$472/nt

    Casa Kontiki beachside gem +game room

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    4

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  6. THE BEST BEACH HOUSE IN NICARAGUA$262/nt

    THE BEST BEACH HOUSE IN NICARAGUA

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    5

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    (84)

  7. Beachfront in Hacienda Iguana! - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$239/nt

    Beachfront in Hacienda Iguana!

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    2

    2

    5

    4.9

    (75)

  8. Hacienda Iguana - Studio Apartment - 1 Bedroom - Guesthouses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$85/nt

    Hacienda Iguana

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    1

    1

    2

    4.9

    (73)

  9. Casa Calala, Playa Colorado vacation Beach Villa. - Villas for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$516/nt

    Casa Calala, Playa Colorado vacation Beach Villa.

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    12

    5.0

    (71)

  10. Steps from the beach with private pool - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$217/nt

    Steps from the beach with private pool

    house

    2

    2

    4

    4.8

    (65)

  11. New Home at Hacienda Iguana - Vacation homes for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$209/nt

    New Home at Hacienda Iguana

    house

    3

    2

    6

    5.0

    (64)

  12. Styled up Golf Condo in Hacienda Iguana - Condominiums for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$194/nt

    Styled up Golf Condo in Hacienda Iguana

    house

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    6

    5.0

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  1. Modern Guesthouse in Hacienda Iguana - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$103/nt

    Modern Guesthouse in Hacienda Iguana

    house

    1

    1

    2

    5.0

    (26)

  2. Window to the Waves: Colorados Surf Break (max 6)$628/nt

    Window to the Waves: Colorados Surf Break (max 6)

    house

    3

    3

    6

    5.0

    (24)

  3. Surf Loft Playa Colorado 3 minute walk to the surf - Apartments for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$118/nt

    Surf Loft Playa Colorado 3 minute walk to the surf

    house

    1

    1

    2

    5.0

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  4. Stylish Oceanfront Retreat ~ Beach ~ Surf ~ Pool! - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$179/nt

    Stylish Oceanfront Retreat ~ Beach ~ Surf ~ Pool!

    house

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    4

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  5. Villa Colorados (Playa Colorados) Beach,Surf,Golf - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$571/nt

    Villa Colorados (Playa Colorados) Beach,Surf,Golf

    house

    4

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    9

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  6. Gardeners Reward 5br right at Pangas Drop break - Villas for Rent in Rivas, Rivas, Nicaragua$673/nt

    Gardeners Reward 5br right at Pangas Drop break

    house

    5

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    10

    5.0

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  7. Casa Panga Drops - Beachfront - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$679/nt

    Casa Panga Drops

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    (14)

  8. Unit with ocean views - Apartments for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$228/nt

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  9. Hacienda Iguana: Luxury Apartment with Pool & Golf - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$99/nt

    Hacienda Iguana: Luxury Apartment with Pool & Golf

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  10. Las Playas Village #7 - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$130/nt

    Las Playas Village #7

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  11. Iguana Beach House: Beachfront House with Pool - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua$947/nt

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  12. Casa Calala, Playa Colorado vacation Beach Villa. - Villas for Rent in Tola, Rivas Department, Nicaragua$516/nt

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