Mi Casa Soñada is a 4BR/4.5BA tranquil and comfortable BEACHFRONT home located directly in front of the Panga Drops surf break. Mi Casa Soñada contains a beachfront, private swimming pool and is designed with 4 generously sized bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. This house contains all the creature comforts of home, including AC in the bedrooms and game room, Wi-Fi, hammocks, BBQ grill and more! Mi Casa Soñada simply has everything you need to make your vacation enjoyable! The space Property Type: Beachfront House Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 4BR/4.5BA Occupancy: Up to 9 Distance to Beach: BEACHFRONT Surf Breaks: Panga Drops/Los Perros/Playa Colorado *Rates are based on 6 person occupancy; $50/night each additional guest (max 9 people) applies to rates above. Description: Mi Casa Soñada is a 4BR/4.5BA tranquil and comfortable BEACHFRONT home located directly in front of the Panga Drops surf break. Mi Casa Soñada contains a beachfront, private swimming pool and is designed with 4 generously sized bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. This house contains all the creature comforts of home, including AC in the bedrooms, Wi-Fi, hammocks, BBQ grill and more! Mi Casa Soñada simply has everything you need to make your vacation enjoyable! The first floor contains a spacious living room and kitchen area with breathtaking views of the ocean and surf. The kitchen and living room both open up to an expansive patio area with swimming pool, comfortable patio furniture, hammocks, BBQ grill and a pool bath. The living room opens to a terrace so you can get comfortable for a front row view of the surf. The fully equipped kitchen and ample dining table will make your meals easier to prepare, share and enjoy, while the pool side BBQ grill and outdoor furniture –including a picnic table, will make the eating experience more casual and fun! Also located on the 1st floor are two guest bedrooms, one containing a queen bed, en-suite bathroom and sliding doors leading to the beachfront patio. The other has two twin beds and a shared bathroom. The 2nd floor contains the primary bedroom equipped with a king size bed and a twin size bed. The 2nd floor guest bedroom contains two twin beds (that can be joined as a king upon request) and en-suite bathroom. These two 2nd floor bedrooms share an ample balcony with expansive ocean and surf views. The entire house offers privacy and comfort. Cleaning service three days per week is also included and an optional meal plan service providing three delicious and freshly prepared meals daily is available. Each property comes equipped with a safe for your valuables. This home includes a back-up generator in the case of power outages. The generator powers fans, lights and most outlets- however, it does not power the A/C units. Please note that the housekeeping staff will do any laundry you may have as they are the only ones with access to the washer and dryer in the house. This service is included with your stay. Enjoy the view while sipping a drink and contemplating the waves from the hammocks. Mi Casa Soñada is a full service rental; complete with everything you need to make your vacation enjoyable! ***This is the listing for renting the house only, without the guest studio. If opting not to rent the guest cottage as well, it is available for another group to rent and they have access to the beach through the pathway on the side of the house. Activities: This home is located within the Hacienda Iguana development, which is known for its world-class surf breaks. There are 4 surf breaks within walking distance- Playa Colorado, Panga Drops and Los Perros are in the neighborhood and Playa Amarillo is to the south of Playa Colorado (walkable at low tide). We also have a beautiful 9-hole golf course. The course is well designed, beautifully maintained and very affordable to guests. We would be pleased to arrange airport transfers or a variety of other tours, activities and excursions for you before or during your stay: - Private and group yoga classes - Surf lessons and guided surf trips - Boat and fishing charters - Massage and spa treatments - Hot springs - Horseback riding - Local community tours Food supplies: The best place to get groceries is La Colonia in Rivas, 100m south of the turn off for Tola on the right (west) side of the street. (While in Rivas, you should also top off your fuel because these are the closest gas stations to where you are staying). We HIGHLY recommend stocking up on all or as many of the groceries you will need for your entire stay OR if you don’t want to deal with planning, shopping, and preparing meals ask us about booking the meal plan, our full service catering option. Eating out: There are several great food options within the Hacienda Iguana development. The most visited and only beachfront option is Pili's Kitchen, located at the Beach Club in front of the Colorado Break. It offers a variety of fresh foods, juices, smoothies and full bar. In La Joya next to the Eco Casitas is The Salty Koala, serving up amazing Asian cuisine and craft cocktails. In the commercial zone of the development (where NSR is located) you will find the rest of the culinary options. Above our office is the legendary Casa Ananas, which offers authentic Italian cuisine, pizza and daily international special nights. Next to our office/surf shop you'll find Downtown Iguana, which offers seafood and authentic Nicaraguan cuisine at a fair price. Across the street you'll find Scoops and Spokes, which serves up some amazing homemade ice cream, good coffee, baked goods, paninis and fresh juices. A few doors down is the Iguana Brewery, offering sports bar fare and local craft beer. Other spots and restaurants in the general area (but outside the Hacienda Iguana development) that are worth checking out are: Gigante (El Pozo, Juntos and Giant’s Foot Surf Camp for Burger Night every Monday), Rancho Santana (The Club House, La Boquita tapas restaurant and La Taquería -ask us how to get to la Taquería walking from Iguana) Limón 1 (Avila’s taquería), Limón 2 (La Calabria brick oven pizza), Jiquelite-Playa Santana (Malibu Popoyo, Buena Onda, Costa Oeste, Aloha Bungalows) Popoyo (Mag Rock, Café con Leche), Las Salinas (Todo con Amor restaurant) Guasacate (Finca Wayuu, Dutchy's Deli, Viento Este) and many more! Shopping: We have a well merchandised store (NSR Surf Shop) located inside the Hacienda Iguana development, which offers souvenirs, surf accessories, clothing, beach towels, flip flops, sunscreen, sunglasses, swimsuits, wet suit vests and tops, rash guards and more! We also rent scooters, dirt bikes, surfboards, boogie boards and SUPs out of this location as well. Other businesses in the Hacienda Iguana community include Pure Spa, 2 small convenience stores with a variety of grocery items, and an ATM is located on the property. Other activities in the development include yoga, horseback riding and in-home massage. The Riviera commercial plaza is located within a half mile of the Hacienda Iguana entrance. Businesses in this shopping center include BAC bank with ATM machine, a small grocery store (with the basics) and Bagels and Bakes, a cafe with daily home-baked goods and coffee. Getting Around: This property is located a 2-2.5 hours drive from the Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua, and approximately 4 hours from the Liberia airport in Costa Rica. Most of the major vehicle rental agencies have locations at the Managua airport (we recommend you make a reservation in advance). If renting a vehicle, we feel its only necessary to have a 4wd if planning to travel to some of the beaches further south (in the San Juan del Sur area). If one prefers not to rent a vehicle, we can arrange airport transportation and daily sightseeing/surf trips. We have motorcycle and scooter rentals available and we can also arrange vehicle and boat transport to other surf breaks in the area. There is also the option of renting a vehicle from Alamo and National, which has an office next to Hacienda Iguana.

## The Space

Mi Casa Soñada is a peaceful and comfortable beachfront home featuring 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. It is situated directly in front of the Panga Drops surf break, offering stunning ocean views. The property includes a private swimming pool right on the beach.

The house is designed with spacious bedrooms and modern amenities to ensure a relaxing stay. Each bedroom and the game room are equipped with air conditioning. Additional conveniences include Wi-Fi, hammocks, a BBQ grill, and more.

### Layout

- **First Floor:**
  - Spacious living room and kitchen with breathtaking ocean and surf views.
  - Both kitchen and living room open to a large patio featuring a swimming pool, comfortable patio furniture, hammocks, a BBQ grill, and a poolside bathroom.
  - Living room leads to a terrace for a front-row view of the surf.
  - Fully equipped kitchen with ample dining space.
  - Two guest bedrooms:
    - One with a queen bed, en-suite bathroom, and sliding doors opening to the beachfront patio.
    - One with two twin beds and a shared bathroom.

- **Second Floor:**
  - Primary bedroom with a king-size bed and an additional twin bed.
  - Guest bedroom with two twin beds that can be combined into a king bed upon request, featuring an en-suite bathroom.
  - Both second-floor bedrooms share a large balcony with expansive ocean and surf views.

The entire home offers privacy and comfort throughout.

### Additional Details

- Cleaning service is provided three days per week.
- Optional meal plan available with three freshly prepared meals daily.
- Each property includes a safe for valuables.
- A backup generator powers fans, lights, and most outlets during power outages; however, air conditioning units are not powered by the generator.
- Laundry service is included, with housekeeping staff handling all laundry as they have exclusive access to the washer and dryer.

Please note this listing is for the house rental only and does not include the guest studio. If the guest cottage is not rented, it may be occupied by another group who access the beach via a pathway beside the house.

## Location

Mi Casa Soñada is located within the Hacienda Iguana development, renowned for its world-class surf breaks. The property is beachfront, directly facing the Panga Drops surf break.

Nearby surf breaks within walking distance include:

- Playa Colorado
- Panga Drops
- Los Perros
- Playa Amarillo (accessible at low tide, south of Playa Colorado)

The community also features a beautiful, well-maintained 9-hole golf course that is affordable for guests.

## Activities and Services

We can assist in arranging a variety of tours, activities, and transportation options, including:

- Private and group yoga classes
- Surf lessons and guided surf trips
- Boat and fishing charters
- Massage and spa treatments
- Visits to hot springs
- Horseback riding
- Local community tours
- Airport transfers

## Food and Dining

### Grocery Shopping

The best grocery store nearby is La Colonia in Rivas, located about 100 meters south of the Tola turnoff on the west side of the street. It is recommended to stock up on groceries here for your entire stay. Fuel stations are also available in Rivas.

For convenience, consider our meal plan option, which provides full-service catering and eliminates the need for meal planning, shopping, and preparation.

### Dining Options

Within Hacienda Iguana, several dining venues include:

- **Pili's Kitchen:** The only beachfront restaurant located at the Beach Club in front of the Colorado Break, offering fresh food, juices, smoothies, and a full bar.
- **The Salty Koala:** Located in La Joya near the Eco Casitas, serving Asian cuisine and craft cocktails.
- **Casa Ananas:** Above the office, offering authentic Italian dishes, pizza, and international specials.
- **Downtown Iguana:** Next to the office and surf shop, serving seafood and traditional Nicaraguan fare at reasonable prices.
- **Scoops and Spokes:** Across the street, featuring homemade ice cream, coffee, baked goods, paninis, and fresh juices.
- **Iguana Brewery:** Nearby, offering sports bar food and local craft beers.

Other notable restaurants outside Hacienda Iguana but nearby include:

- Gigante area: El Pozo, Juntos, Giant’s Foot Surf Camp (Burger Night on Mondays)
- Rancho Santana: The Club House, La Boquita tapas, La Taquería
- Limón 1: Avila’s Taquería
- Limón 2: La Calabria brick oven pizza
- Jiquelite-Playa Santana: Malibu Popoyo, Buena Onda, Costa Oeste, Aloha Bungalows
- Popoyo: Mag Rock, Café con Leche
- Las Salinas: Todo con Amor restaurant
- Guasacate: Finca Wayuu, Dutchy's Deli, Viento Este

## Shopping and Amenities

Inside Hacienda Iguana, you will find:

- NSR Surf Shop: Offers souvenirs, surf gear, clothing, beach towels, flip flops, sunscreen, sunglasses, swimsuits, wetsuit tops, rash guards, and more.
- Equipment rentals: Scooters, dirt bikes, surfboards, boogie boards, and stand-up paddleboards.
- Pure Spa
- Two small convenience stores with grocery items
- ATM on the property

Additional services include yoga classes, horseback riding, and in-home massage.

The Riviera commercial plaza, located within half a mile of Hacienda Iguana’s entrance, features:

- BAC bank with ATM
- Small grocery store with basic supplies
- Bagels and Bakes café offering daily fresh baked goods and coffee

## Getting Around

Mi Casa Soñada is approximately a 2 to 2.5-hour drive from Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua and about 4 hours from Liberia Airport in Costa Rica.

Most major car rental companies operate at Managua airport; reservations in advance are recommended. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is only necessary if you plan to visit beaches further south near San Juan del Sur.

If you prefer not to rent a vehicle, airport transfers and daily sightseeing or surf trips can be arranged. Motorcycle and scooter rentals are also available, along with vehicle and boat transportation to other surf breaks.

Alamo and National rental offices are located near Hacienda Iguana for additional vehicle rental options.

## Property Details

- Property Type: Beachfront House
- Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms
- Maximum Occupancy: 9 guests
- Distance to Beach: Beachfront
- Nearby Surf Breaks: Panga Drops, Los Perros, Playa Colorado

Rates are based on 6 guests. An additional charge of $50 per night applies for each guest beyond 6, up to a maximum of 9 guests.

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My Dream House (Spacious Beachfront House) - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua

Casa Soñada is true to it’s name ( Dream House) Location and surroundings are breathtaking. We had a very hard time leaving and can’t wait to go back. Thank you Jose for accommodating our request and helping us elevate our experience with massages and horse back riding adventure.

The home was beautiful and the location excellent. More importantly I am extremely grateful for the staff at NSR. We had a family emergency and the NSR staff was unbelievably helpful. Jose accompanied us multiple trips to Tola to take care of paperwork and help with translation. They truly went above and beyond. You can’t go wrong with their properties but more importantly the staff is available and they go the extra mile.

Amazing house right in front of Panga Drops. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. We can't wait to come back.

The house is beautiful and there are many things to do in the area. One of my favorite homes.

La casa es hermosa y hay muchas cosas que hacer en la zona. De mis casas favoritas.

Amazing stay, and great access to Panga Drops and Colorado beach. Would definitely rent again. Only slight complain was the wifi kept cutting out (granted, we were 7 people working remotely) and the meal plan, while I would certainly get again, there were times where we wished we had more food prepared, especially after a long surf session.

Paisaje impresionante y la atención buena

Truly enjoy the beautiful beach front property!

House was just as advertised . Great location and super quiet . NSR’s staff was very helpful with anything we needed during our stay … Only small complaint was the water pressure but everything else was awesome .

We had an amazing stay at Casa Sonada. From check in to check out, the staff was extremely helpful, responsive, and kind. We had everything we needed and plenty of space for 4 adults and 4 children. The pool is amazing and the beach is perfect. The nearby restaurants were great as well. Would absolutely return.

One of these places where you see the pictures and they don‘t even show the real beauty - perfect place to relax and surf (directly in front of the house) - such a peacful place and Jose did a great job with managing our questions - so did Su before we even arrived. Will be back for sure 🤙🏼

Incredible spot right opposite Panga Drops. Loved spending the afternoon watching surfers and also allows you to be first one in the morning in the lineup. Probably the best location on the beach. It’s important to note the house is very dated - you definitely come here for the location, view and access to the beach. Accommodation is more than comfortable however but don’t expect 5 star finishes. Very simple and enjoyable and loved our stay.

Great house, great hosts. We had a wonderful time.

Amazing beach access and beautiful home- we loved our stay

Really great spot on the beach. Everything was clean and the pool/gardens were cleaned daily. Check in was easy and the location was awesome. We’ve been to this beach 5-6 times now and it never disappoints. Kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms were all as described and were tidy and clean when we arrived. We also used the grill which was awesome. The only small improvement that would be good to see in the future would be the inside area modernised/updated. The outside is really modern, but the decor and units on the inside could be improved. The master room upstairs and master downstairs are really nice, but the other 2 could use a small revamp. Again this is just a small suggestion, as the overall stay was amazing.

We were blown away by the level of service and attention to detail from NSR during our stay. Jose, the concierge, stopped by multiple times to check in and make sure we had everything we needed. They were incredibly responsive to our questions and helped to arrange transportation to and from the Managua airport, as well as an in-home chef, massages, horseback rides, and the list goes on. The home (and grounds/yard!) were cleaned/cared for daily which was fantastic, and every person involved in the process just actually DID what they said they would do, on time, without any issues. What a delight. Our group had 4 adults and 3 little kids, and came away absolutely refreshed and already thinking about when we can come back. 10/10 recommend!

Wonderful place, the hosts are responsive and friendly and the property is stunning. Our family greatly enjoyed our stay.

Great house, will come back again for sure!!!

Great location with a nice pool. A lot of space to enjoy in family.

John's group was nice and kind and enjoyed our lovely place here at the beach, we look forward to hosting them again.

this place is great. It has everything you need

A really lovley house right in front of Panga drops.  The beds were super comfortable, well equipped kitchen, very clean.  The cinema room is great. The pool is amazing and was cleaned daily as well as the gardens.  We would stay again for sure.

What an amazing house! It was absolutely perfect & they were so accommodating to anything or questions we had. Def an epic spot, directly in front of panga drops. If you surf you can check the waves from your bed! You won’t regret renting this house!

La casa estaba sucia, no se podia dormir por el sonido de los sapos, la piscina se llenaba de sapos en la noche sobretodo la mesita que esta en medio de la piscina, era bastante incomodo que en la cocina hubiera mucha cucaracha.

Great place. The pool was perfect for swimming laps or for having a few drinks. Would definitely rent again!

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