Santa Isabel’s Mountain Lodge

Overview

Selected by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the top 12 Airbnbs in Nicaragua (2024), Santa Isabel’s mountain lodge offers an ideal family retreat. It provides a peaceful escape from the busy pace of everyday life, allowing guests to unwind amidst stunning mountain scenery, beautiful sunsets, and a coffee plantation.

The Space

Santa Isabel enjoys pleasant weather year-round, typically starting the day around 65°F, warming to about 75°F by noon, and cooling down again at night. During the harvest season from October to February, guests can experience the coffee harvesting process firsthand. From February through September, the farm showcases a captivating transformation as coffee plants bloom white flowers and develop into ripe coffee beans.

The lodge offers various activities for all ages, including:

• Horseback riding
• Soccer
• Family board games and puzzles
• Watching movies in the mezzanine

Guests can also enjoy waking up to freshly brewed, roasted coffee from Santa Isabel while listening to the morning calls of howler monkeys and a variety of exotic birds.

Guest Access

Visitors have full access to the entire property.

Please note the travel details:

• The drive from Managua to San Ramon is on paved concrete roads.
• From San Ramon to the farm, there is a 4.5-kilometer stretch of macadam roads consisting of dirt and rocks.
• A 4x4 vehicle is strongly recommended for this part of the journey.
• A representative from Santa Isabel will meet guests in San Ramon and escort them to the farm.

Location

The lodge is situated in a scenic valley surrounded by mountains and coffee plantations, offering breathtaking views and a tranquil environment.