Casa Yalula- A stunning colonial home located in the heart of Granada. At over 4500sq feet with 4bdrms 4.5 bathrooms this luxury villa is centered around a stunning 25m pool. Comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests. Wifi, AC, cable tv, daily cleaning The space Granada- the Jewel of Nicaragua. Nominated to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. What better way to experience the history and architecture of this incredibly diverse city than by staying in the traditional colonial home of Casa Yalula. Casa Yalula as built per 1900 and exemplifies the beauty of the Moorish influenced Spanish architecture of this time, while embracing its classic and historic features. Casa Yalula has been completely updated for your modern day needs making it nothing short of luxurious. Daily cleaning, wifi, cable tv, wireless internet, washer and dryer ensure you will want for nothing during your stay. The home is a perfect space for a romantic getaway, family vacation or group of friends looking to enjoy a home together so that conversations can go late into the night, lofty ceilings, soft natural light, hand carved wood pillars, beams and stair cases, bright colors, local art and the owners attention to detail make Casa Yalula the perfect home for your stay here in the heart of historic Granada; offering incomparable access to all the sites, restaurants and nightlife you are here to see, Casa Yalula is itself an experience that will make your stay In Granada unforgettable. Each room of Casa Yalula opens to the courtyard space- a highlight of Spanish architecture of this time, this allows for fresh air to fill the home and for conversation to flow effortlessly, this makes the traditional courtyard space the heart of the home so what better space is there for the 25m private pool, this incredible private outdoor area is the perfect location to catch some rays and enjoy a cold drink as you laze away an afternoon in the tropics. There is no more perfect place to escape the heat of the afternoon and focus on relaxing- the often forgotten aspect of a vacation! Enjoy a morning, afternoon or day of reading here - Casa Yalula has a library of books for your reading pleasure while at the home. From the street you enter the home into the grand main salon, cooled by large ceiling fans, this airy space with incredible ceilings (with the original wood paneled ceiling!) is decorated with hand painted tiles and beautiful locally crafted furniture a 32” TV with DVD player and a large DVD collection are located in this room and once you see the comfy extra wide couches it’s likely a night in will be on the itinerary. Located right off the courtyard/pool area is the kitchen space a mixture of modern appliances, custom furniture and traditional setting within the home. Natural light fills the space during the daytime hours and you need not go far from the pool for a snack or perhaps a refill on a cold drink. High quality stainless steal appliances, beautiful wood accents and a curated collection of art make this an ideal place to try your hand at creating a meal with Nicaragua’s bounty of fresh ingredients. All the kitchen tools you require are here for your use. The custom, hand hew table will seat your entire group comfortably with more than enough space for eight guests making for a memorable space to enjoy a homemade meal. The bedroom locations are spread throughout the home to allow for maximum privacy for large groups. Climb up the stunning floating staircase hand crafted with local woods to the second level of the home. Here you will find the master bedroom, this incredibly romantic space has a comfortable queen bed, full bath, air conditioning and a fabulous wood deck where you can view the cupolas of the Main Cathedral and on a clear day, Volcano Mombacho; enjoy a solar heated shower in your private en-suite. The room also has it's own 25” flat screen TV. The second upper level bedroom features two twin beds, a full bath with solar heated showers and air conditioning as well as a Juliette balcony. On the main/lower level of Casa Yalula there are two en-suite bedrooms, each with full baths solar heated showers, A/C and comfortable queen sized beds. Soft new linens make for a comfortable nights sleep. The front bedroom has a lovely private patio space with Adirondack chairs to enjoy. Not to be outdone the back bedroom features access to beautiful private courtyard. An English and Spanish speaking “meet and greet” is included in the cost of rental and are experts on Granada. The team at GPS can help you arrange a variety of activities in the area including zip ling, horse back riding, boat cruises, coffee tours, professional onsite massages, and Spanish lessons. Please don’t hesitate to ask us for tips about Granada and surrounding area. We are happy to provide you with our list of favorites, be it activities or restaurants. Guest access Casa Yalula is a private home rental so the entire home is yours to enjoy! Casa Yalula can only be rented as a whole house- no room or partial home rental are permitted. Other things to note Casa Yalula provides daily maid service for your convenience. Pool service occurs three times weekly to keep your pool sparkling. Times and dates will be provided to you at check in so there are no surprises! We do face a main street so some noise is to be expected but this is just part of the experience of being right in the middle of this historical city!

## The Space

Casa Yalula is a beautiful colonial-style home located in the heart of Granada. Spanning over 4,500 square feet, this luxury villa features four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms. The centerpiece of the property is a stunning 25-meter private pool. The home comfortably accommodates up to eight guests.

Amenities include:

- WiFi and cable TV
- Air conditioning throughout
- Daily cleaning service
- Washer and dryer

## Location

Granada, known as the Jewel of Nicaragua, is nominated to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Staying at Casa Yalula offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich history and architecture of this vibrant city. The home is perfectly situated to provide easy access to Granada’s main attractions, restaurants, and nightlife.

## Architecture and Design

Built around 1900, Casa Yalula showcases the elegance of Moorish-influenced Spanish architecture from that era. The home has been fully updated to meet modern standards while preserving its classic and historic charm. Features include:

- Lofty ceilings with original wood paneling
- Hand-carved wooden pillars, beams, and staircases
- Bright colors and local artwork
- A traditional Spanish courtyard that serves as the heart of the home, allowing fresh air and natural light to flow throughout

## Living Areas

Upon entering from the street, guests are welcomed into the grand main salon. This airy room features:

- Large ceiling fans for cooling
- Hand-painted tiles and locally crafted furniture
- A 32-inch TV with DVD player and an extensive DVD collection
- Extra-wide, comfortable couches ideal for relaxing evenings

Adjacent to the courtyard and pool area is the kitchen, which combines modern appliances with traditional design elements. The kitchen includes:

- High-quality stainless steel appliances
- Custom wood furniture and artistic decor
- A hand-hewn dining table that seats eight comfortably
- All necessary kitchen tools for preparing meals with fresh local ingredients

## Bedrooms

The bedrooms are thoughtfully distributed throughout the home to maximize privacy for larger groups.

1. **Master Bedroom (Second Level)**
   - Queen-sized bed
   - Full en-suite bathroom with solar-heated shower
   - Air conditioning
   - Private wood deck with views of the Main Cathedral cupolas and, on clear days, Volcano Mombacho
   - 25-inch flat-screen TV

2. **Second Upper-Level Bedroom**
   - Two twin beds
   - Full en-suite bathroom with solar-heated shower
   - Air conditioning
   - Juliette balcony

3. **Two Main/Lower-Level Bedrooms**
   - Each with queen-sized beds and full en-suite bathrooms featuring solar-heated showers
   - Air conditioning
   - Soft, new linens
   - One bedroom has a private patio with Adirondack chairs
   - The other bedroom opens to a beautiful private courtyard

## Additional Features

- The courtyard pool area is ideal for relaxing, sunbathing, and enjoying tropical afternoons.
- Casa Yalula offers a library of books for guests to enjoy during their stay.
- An English and Spanish-speaking meet-and-greet service is included with the rental.
- The GPS team can assist with arranging local activities such as zip-lining, horseback riding, boat cruises, coffee tours, professional massages, and Spanish lessons.
- Guests are encouraged to ask for recommendations on restaurants and activities in Granada.

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive access to the entire home. Casa Yalula is rented only as a whole property; individual rooms or partial rentals are not available.

## Other Notes

- Daily maid service is provided for convenience.
- Pool maintenance occurs three times per week, with schedules provided at check-in.
- The home faces a main street, so some city noise is expected, which adds to the authentic experience of staying in the historic center of Granada.

At over 4500sq feet with 4bdrms 4.5 bathrooms this luxury villa is centered ...

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Beautiful home right In The center of town. You have everything walking distance that you need around Granada. You are one street away from La calzada which is a street with restaurants and bars . Great time at casa Yalula and the host was very responsive and made everything easy.

As a family of 7, we enjoyed a month at this beautiful home. The accommodations were amazing, very clean bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen facilities. Overall the home was truly amazing. The pool area was wonderful, we all enjoyed it, especially the children. Location was near the center and an ideal location for exploring the markets and restaurants. We would like to thank Jacqueline for keeping the place spotless and she helped to make our vacation special.

One of the best places I've stayed in Granada

Wonderful home right in the center of Granada!!

I stayed at Casa Yalula for a month, my stay was great any concerns I had they were very responsive and made sure everything was addressed in a timely manner. The house Keeper Maria Elena was very polite and considerate of our privacy and space. She did a great job keeping the place clean. The pool was amazing about 5ft deep the house is very beautiful and spacious . Everything was well kept. The house is surrounded by several shops walking distance.  Only downside was no hot water, which honestly I didnt mind too much, but my toddler struggled to take a shower. But for me that wouldn't be a deal breaker, I would stay there again. And recommend it if you're staying in Granada

Beautiful place great host very attentive from start to finish

We stayed at Casa Yalula for 31 days. As you read the pros and cons in no particular order, you will see why we gave a rating of a 5. The cost for 31 days averaged about $80.00 USD a day. Pros (P) / Cons (C) in no order. (P) location - you could not have asked for a better location. (P) - price $80.00 a day was great. (C) - The kitchen was lacking in silverware and plates. (C) - it is clear in the house rules that you pay $0.50 USD per KW for electricity. The issue is the house is not set up to be energy efficient. (P) / (C) - The pool. If you want to swim laps, you will love the pool. If you have young children, you will hate the pool. (C) - things seem to break, toilet running, oven gas tank leaking, it is a rental house, the owners treat it like one. (P) - the management company, they are great. They respond quickly and fix any issues. (P) - Housekeeper - they come every day except Sundays and keep the house clean. (P) / (C) - the hot water rarely worked. We would stay again

Casa Yalula is Beautiful, Clean, Great Location Located on Calle El Caimito Granada. Great Neighborhood and Amazing Neighbors! Everyone makes you feel like they know you since Kindergarten. Next Time My Family and I visit NICARAGUA! Casa Yalula will bey 1st Option!.

We had an incredible time staying in Ghisaline's beautiful home. The location is perfect, with all the main restaurants only a block away. Despite this central location, however, the home felt very secluded and peaceful. The internet worked great, the showers were good, the beds were comfy, and the swimming pool was an absolute delight. The house overall is very spacious and the cleaners keep it looking immaculate. We absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Granda!

We enjoyed our stay at Yalula. Location was excellent. Staff was extremely warm and helpful. We had a sweet trip and can’t wait to return. The swimming pool was divine. 🌞🦋

Thanks Bridget it was a pleasure hosting you and your family. Until next trip

It is urgent to give maintenance to the stove, it is a danger that they host people knowing that it is in malfunction, and that the only thing they say is "sorry" for a gas leak that made it impossible for obvious reasons to use it, I spent 3 days without wifi so if you plan to go to work from there impossible, they never gave an update on this topic despite daily asking about it, in general with the topics presented I had zero or late responses,  both by whats app and for the app, without finally being able to solve anything, the communication is direct with Janice, in theory you talk to Elizabeth that everything has to check before her "boss" who knows who knows who knows about the daily cleaning fee and the person did not show up on a day and that of the pool either, in general it takes long for maintenance, before relocating it to at least the basics, a true pleasure as this super cool and spacious house.

Urge dar mantenimiento a la estufa, es un peligro que hospeden a personas sabiendo que está en mal funcionamiento, y que lo único que digan es “lo siento” ante una fuga de gas que imposibilitó por obvias razones su uso, pasé 3 días sin wifi así que si planeas ir a trabajar desde allá imposible, nunca dieron update sobre este tema a pesar de diario preguntar por ello, en general con los temas presentados tuve respuestas nulas o tardías,  tanto por whats app como por la app, sin finalmente poder resolver nada, la comunicación nuca es directa con Janice, en teoría hablas con Elizabeth que todo tiene que revisar antes con su “jefe” que quien sabe quien sea, cobran fee de limpieza diaria y la person no se presentó un día y el de la piscina tampoco, en general hace falta mucho mantenimiento, antes de rentarla pongan foco al menos a los básicos, una verdadera lástima pues esta súper céntrica y espaciosa la casa.

Adriana we tried to solve this issue and even provide you with a solution including a reduction of your costs. you seem more interested in blasting all the negative and not that we tried to solve the issues at hand.

This a fantastic colonial home with an amazing size pool. It located in almost the heart of Granada. Everything is at a walking distance. If you have kids they will love the pool. Rooms are great in size plenty of room overall. Janice’s staff and help is great. You can’t go wrong with the home. We will defiantly come back again with friends/family.

Thanks Salvador for your comments and stay, we look forward to your return to Granada!

Great location and good layout.  Home was clean however, needed improved overall maintenance and updates.  Many issues with homes kitchen to include: poor working appliances (stove had many burners not working and the ones that did work were very difficult to turn off posing a safety hazard and temperamental oven that would shut itself off).  Additionally, cooking utensils (pots and pans) were lacking and in very poor condition.  When management notified, no response received regarding kitchen concerns.  Person assigned to clean the hole was vey helpful and friendly.

We had the privilege of staying at Casa Yalula while attending my grandfather's funeral. The house was just as beautiful as the pictures. It was very spacious with plenty of room to spread out with a full house. The pool was spectacular and a welcoming reprieve from the heat. The bedrooms were private and immaculately kept. Each of them has their private bathroom and AC. The bedrooms are separate from the rest of the common areas giving everyone the quiet that they need when they need it. The care team was very responsive to all of our questions. We felt very well taken care of. It's a block and a half away from the Parque Central where you can find a coffee house and traditional food and drinks being served most of the day. We were able to walk around exploring the streets nearby and felt very safe while doing so. We would definitely stay here again and will recommend to everyone.

Veronica, Thank you for your comments and private message. We wish you well and thank you for stopping by our office while you walked called la Calzada. We wish you and the family well. Thanks

The house was beautiful and very convenient to Central Square.  Martina, the on-site staff,  was very helpful and her service was a delight. We would highly recommend Casa Yalula.

Amazing home in granada. Lovely host and very helpful and responsive. Our family enjoyed the pool and spacious home. Great part of town close to everything. Highly recommend staying at this great colonial home in granada.

Thank you Ms. Kyle! It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you soon!

The Yalula house was comfortable for our group. The pool is a bit precarious and people slipped getting out. Some of the bedroom doors didn’t close completely and the people staying in those rooms were eaten up by mosquitoes. Otherwise the house was comfortable for our group. Be sure to ask for extra sets of keys beforehand to streamline the process.

We apologize for the inconvenience this caused. If we have known before , I would of course have given you a solution. Thanks for this information! We will take care of everything.!

Casa Yalula is a stunningly beautiful spot.  The shared space with an open air kitchen adjacent to a full length lap pool is a highlight.  Everyone was extremely helpful and kind.   Granada is so beautiful.

Hi, Malia Thanks for your messege!. It was a pleasure to host you in casa Yalula, we hope to see you shortly. We will take care on your suggestions. Thanks a lot

This is a spectacular space. The photos don't capture the beauty! My family and I had the pleasure of staying at Janice's suite for three days - it was everything we wanted, walking distance to everything, great restaurants, safe, and secluded. Communication was seamless and very responsive. The house even comes with maid service, which was a pleasant surprise. The kitchen is well-equipped and has good cooking equipment (usable cutlery, knives, plates, bowls, etc.). Our only feedback - wifi needs to be updated, and frequently pops-up security warnings...something to consider if you are coming for work or rely on 'great' internet.

Thank you Michael, it was a pleasure to have you as our guest.

The place is very spacious that allows for good coexistence, especially if there are several people. There were some inconveniences that were resolved without harming our stay. The people in charge of the house cleaning were very friendly and made us feel good. One thing I would recommend is that the property must be constantly maintained in order to have a problem with the stays.

El lugar es muy amplio que permite una buena convivencia, en especial si son varias personas. Hubo algunos inconvenientes que fueron resueltos sin perjudicar nuestra estadía. Las personas encargadas de la limpieza de la casa fueron muy amigables y nos hicieron sentir bien. Algo que recomendaría es que los bienes de la vivienda deben esta en constante mantenimiento a fin de no tener inconvenientes en las estadías.

Casa Yalula is beautiful and in a great location. About four blocks from a traditional market and one block off a street with many restaurants and bars. The street is busy but once you walk through the  large front door you are greeted with a beautiful outdoor kitchen next to a long swimming pool with plenty of room to lounge and enjoy the great Nicaraguan weather. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need.  The four bedrooms are spacious, comfortable and clean.  Communication with the property management was outstanding and they arranged a couple of tours as well as a ride to the airport at 4:30 in the morning.

Our stay at Casa Yalula for 4 nights in November were amazing. Our family of 6 including three children of 10, 13, and 16 enjoyed the home and city of Granada. The pool was a great to cool off in on the hot days. The city felt very safe for us and we frequently let our oldest boys 14 and 16 walk around by themselves. We lucked out and stayed days where they had a festival including fireworks, parades and lots of activities. Make sure to visit the market early in morning before it gets crowded. It was really cool to see them getting all the food ready for sale in the endless streets. Do not worry about the extra electric charges. We had air on all night in all bedrooms and were under the number. The staff was very nice as well. We loved the house and Granada and would Love to return some day.

We are so glad that you enjoyed the city and the house. You're very welcome anytime!  Thank you for staying with us.

This place is perfect for a family.  We stayed there for nearly a month with our 4 children and really enjoyed our time there.  The place is kept really clean and well maintained.  Janice and Elizabeth were extremely helpful with getting to know Granada better and things we should be familiar with.  Would stay there again in a heart beat.

Thank you so much for your stay! We would be very happy to host you again.

Great place. Rate it a 10.  5 minute walk to teh lake. 3 minute walk to teh market and a one minute walk to the restraunt strip. Very safe.

Beautiful property in a great location, pool is really what this house is about, there's a good sound system in the kitchen and very comfortable seating areas. The internet is not great (goes down a lot) despite numerous attempts by the host to fix it and the electricity is more expensive than anywhere else I've stayed in Granada by about 3x, I believe it must largely be due to the costly electric water pump which powers all water to the house (which has not been well serviced and is extremely loud), expect to pay $500-700 USD/month on top of the advertised price. When asking why the electricity is more expensive here than the cost elsewhere for the use of just 1 air conditioner, the answer was "I don't know".

We stayed at Casa Yalula, and it is great for families. The location is excellent, and it was walking distance to every restaurant/cafes in town. The pool is amazing! It was the highlight of our stay. The beds are comfortable, and AC is available in every ensuite bedroom. The kitchen was great - you need to bring your own condiments, and oil for cooking, but you have a beautiful view of the pool. I look forward to coming back on our next vacation to Granada.

We are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay and we will be looking forward to host you again! Thanks so much! We will add condiments as well.

Our family of 5 had such an incredible stay here. The location, the house, pool/outdoor space was wonderful. So many excellent restaurants and activities nearby. Thanks again Janice and team for a great stay!

You are very welcome! We were very pleased with you as renters and would love to see you another time.

We loved the place, highly recommend it. And Juancho’s Cafe next door was great as well, so a charming little breakfast is as conveniently located as it gets. My son loved the pool. One word of warning about the house though. The gas stove is a bit tricky if you aren’t used to it. Be extra careful when using it, as we had thought we shut it off after cooking at home one day. Long story short, the gas was leaking (our fault, but nonetheless). The gas smell wasn’t terribly obvious, maybe because the stove is outside in an open air kitchen. A little cigarette might be caused a big problem- so just be aware. Again, ultimately it was my fault for not being sure the gas stove was totally turned off, but I want to share this because an accident like that won’t care whose fault it was. Just be mindful of that gas stove. Aside from this the place is great and I’d love to come back sometime.

Joshua,  We are happy to know that you enjoyed the house and the convenience of places to eat nearby. Thanks so much for the warning about the stove too, it is important for us and for future renters.   All the best!

This lovely villa is only a few minutes walk from all the action of central Granada.  The courtyard pool and kitchen make it a great place to spend time having your morning coffee before heading out for the day or a nightcap with a dip in the pool at the end of a night out on the town.  Bedrooms are private and spacious with individual air conditioners, so temperature control is not an issue.  Would definitely stay here again on a future visit to Granada.

Janice's property is absolutely gorgeous and centrally located in Granada. We enjoyed the outdoor kitchen, swimming in the pool, and how close the major sites are in proximity to the house. Additionally, Janice's staff are incredibly helpful and kind. All 7 of us stayed comfortably here. Highly recommended!

We had a great stay in Granada, the casa Yalula is very spacious and comfortable with a large pool in the city center.

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour à Granada, la casa Yalula est très spacieuse et confortable avec une grande piscine en plein centre ville.

Casa Yalula is a big house in the typical colonial Granada style. The pool is great and there is much space for the guests. It is very beautiful with a nice patio. There I a maid coming on working days. We had a great and very comfortable stay in Casa Yalula!

Thank you for staying with us! We look forward to have you as our guests again!

The casa is in a great and quiet location from where you could walk anywhere in the town. The house is beautifully decorated and clean. We immensely enjoyed the pool everyday and the kitchen in the open area surround the pool was great. We also enjoyed the balcony view with our morning coffee from the bedrooms. It is a great house for a family or a group of families. The host and the office communicated in timely manner and were very helpful. Thanks for a great stay at your house!

Hi, Ms. Sarah It was a pleasure to have you as our guest in Casa Yalula, we hope to see you in a future!  Warm Regards,

Perfect location close to all points of interests around Granada. The staff at the property management company had been outstanding in supporting us with our stay, assist us in booking tours and arranging a local cook to come prepare dinner for us (definitely something to do). The house itself is fanatic and very clean. The outdoor kitchen and pool area was a great place to hang out and unwind at the end of our activities each day. Highly recommended for all types of groups visiting the area! 

Beautiful house with great common area to hang out in but also enough space for everyone to do their own thing  

Hi, Liz It was really a pleasure to have you as our guest. We hope to see you in a future!

We loved staying at casa Yalula. We were 7 people including three kids ages 17, 14, and 11 and the pool was invaluable! We loved the location and enjoyed sitting at the front door in the evenings and watching the street activity. Carla the housekeeper was WONDERFUL and we had several delightful day trips arranged in the GPS office. I would highly recommend this house for a family vacation and we might return . . . 

Hi, Deborah It is nice to hear that you enjoyed Casa Yalula. We understand the kitchen oven has a sophisticated system. We will prepare directions for use. Thanks for letting us know. We hope to see you in a future!

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