The house is all about comfortability and the gorgeous view. Tucked away and built into the hillside of San Juan del Sur, you can enjoy peace, quiet and privacy while being steps away from the buzzing and colorful life of SJDS. Every room features air-conditioning, and the house is equipped with stainless steel appliances, TV, WiFi, Bluetooth speaker, stunning view of the bay and an infinity pool. For the ultimate vacation hire our excellent cook Katalina and don't worry about a thing. The space Feel at balance in this house that beautifully combines the cozy sense of a bungalow styled with warm soft tones throughout, yet still cool and airy, with plenty of natural light from the big elegant glass sliding doors providing an upscale luxury finish. The house features two private bedrooms en-suite bathrooms with hot water, plus a loft with high ceilings. In total the house sleeps 9. Two in each bedroom, two in the loft, and 3 convertible couches in the living room if you need some extra room! Guest access Guests will have full access to all of the amenities of our home and parking area as well as the infinity pool (the pool is shared with the neighbouring house) Other things to note The infinity pool is shared with our neighbouring house and has one of the best views of San Juan del Sur and the bay. This is not only a vacation rental, but also our beloved and personal home. Please be respectful of the property and neighbours and if you have any questions - do not hesitate to ask! We are here to help :)

## The Space

This house is all about comfort and gorgeous views. Tucked away and built into the hillside of San Juan del Sur, you can enjoy peace, quiet, and privacy while being steps away from the vibrant life of San Juan del Sur. 

Every room features air conditioning, and the house is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a television, WiFi, a Bluetooth speaker, and stunning views of the bay. For the ultimate vacation experience, hire our excellent cook, Katalina, and relax without a worry.

Feel balanced in this house that beautifully combines the cozy sense of a bungalow with warm soft tones throughout. It remains cool and airy, with plenty of natural light from the large elegant glass sliding doors, providing an upscale luxury finish. 

The house features:
- Two private bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and hot water
- A loft with high ceilings
- Accommodations for up to 9 guests (two in each bedroom, two in the loft, and three convertible couches in the living room for extra room)

## Guest Access

Guests will have full access to all of the amenities of our home, including the parking area and the infinity pool (the pool is shared with the neighboring house).

## Other Things to Note

The infinity pool is shared with our neighboring house and offers one of the best views of San Juan del Sur and the bay. This is not only a vacation rental but also our beloved personal home. Please be respectful of the property and neighbors. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask! We are here to help.

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Casa Sueños-Ocean View Infinity Pool, Walk to Town - Houses for Rent in San Juan del Sur, Rivas, Nicaragua

Rob was a super good host with a very nice house. Clean, spacious, exactly as described (actually even nicer than in the photos). Special thanks to Katalina; she cooked a lovely private dinner for us at a reasonable price. It was the best thing we ate in 2.5 weeks in Nicaragua!! Thank you, Rob and Katalina

Rob was een super goede host met een erg fijn huis. Schoon, ruim, precies zoals beschreven (eigenlijk nog fijner dan op de foto’s). Speciale dank aan Katalina, zij heeft een heerlijk prive diner voor ons gekookt voor een schappelijke prijs. Het was het lekkerste wat we in 2,5 week in Nicaragua gegeten hebben!! Dank Rob en Katalina

Thanks for choosing our place for your stay in San Juan del Sur!!  Katalina and I sure enjoyed hosting such a lovely group of people!!  Safe travels Alessa ❤️🏝️.

We had a lovely stay. The house is top! And the view is even better. It's a bit tough going up the first time by car, but you quickly get used to it. Everything is within walking distance to the city center. Fun activities in the area! Would recommend to anyone!

We hebben een heerlijk verblijf gehad. Het huis is top! En het uitzicht nog beter. Het is even pittig de 1e keer met de auto omhoog, maar het wende snel. Alles goed te lopen naar het centrum. Leuke activiteiten in de omgeving! Zou het iedereen aanraden!

Thanks for the wonderful review Nienke!!  Glad you guys enjoyed your stay!!  Come back and stay anytime!! 😊

The house is absolutely beautiful and exactly as described. One thing I didn't realize is that you need to walk up a fairly steep uphill path and stairs to access the home, and there are no safety railings. If you're traveling with young children or older adults, just be prepared to assist them. We also spotted a few scorpions inside the house, which is something to keep in mind when staying in a home surrounded by the jungle. We experienced a power outage overnight as well, but Rob was very accommodating, responsive, and kept us informed throughout. Overall, we had a great stay and would definitely book this property again.

Great view and very nice place to stay in San Juan Del Sur. Be ready to go a bit uphill. Thank you for hosting us Rob.

An excellent host and a beautiful place surrounded by nature

Excelente host y hermoso lugar rodeado de la naturaleza

My friends and I had a great first trip to San Juan Del Sur and staying at Casa Sueños really made the experience. We felt right at home and enjoyed sitting by the pool and on the porch. Rob and Katalina were fabulous hosts. So kind and hospitable.

So glad you guys were able to enjoy all that our place has to offer!! Thanks for Choosing Casa Sueños for your vacation!! Come again anytime! 😊

Spectacular home with an even more spectacular view just a quick walk from the center of town. Our kids (5 and 7) fell in love with the house.

Beautiful colonial-style house with an awesome view of the beach & bay. The kids loved the games, books and open plan living space, which is great for families. The loft bedroom was particularly fun. It’s at the top of a steep drive but not difficult to access. The parking is below the house down some steps, again not an issue but worth being aware of. The local dogs like hanging out on the terrace, they are mostly peaceful and pretty friendly. Overall an enjoyable stay.

We enjoyed our stay, the house was nice and the view is really great. Rob was proactive during our stay and replied quick whenever we messaged him

Great place for large groups. House is clean. It has everything you need in the kitchen and Rob is a great host.

this place feels like home! we stayed here for a week. great host and team. makes you feel like family

Beautiful and well-located accommodation, very beautiful landscape. We had a problem with ants and ran out of toilet paper. However, the person managing the property quickly provided us with what we needed to resolve the problem. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.

Logement beau et bien situé, très beau paysage. Nous avons eu un problème de fourmies et avons manqué de papier de toilette. Cependant, la personne faisant la gestion sur place nous a rapidement fourni le nécessaire pour régler le problème. De manière globale nous avons apprécié notre séjour.

Thanks Olivier!!  Come back and stay at Casa Sueños again anytime!!

I had a nice little vacation. everything went well thanks 😊 🙏

My family and I loved this house. It is exactly as shown in the photos, and even more than perfect. Very clean and extremely well equipped, it met all of our needs. We particularly enjoyed spending time on the balcony admiring the view of San Juan and watching the monkeys. An unforgettable experience! I would 100% recommend this place.

Ma famille et moi avons adoré cette maison. Elle est exactement comme sur les photos, et même plus que parfaite. Très propre et extrêmement bien équipée, elle a répondu à tous nos besoins. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié passer du temps sur le balcon à admirer la vue sur San Juan et à observer les singes. Une expérience inoubliable ! Je recommande cet endroit à 100 %.

Beautiful house at a unique location. We were welcomed by Kathalina right on the first day, and on the last evening before our departure, she cooked a delicious local meal for us. It was a wonderful time for us in Nicaragua and also to be together with our family. The house was perfect for that.

Prachtig huis op een unieke locatie. We werden de eerste dag gelijk welkom geheten door Kathalina en zij heeft de laatste avond van ons vertrek heerlijk lokaal voor ons gekookt. Het was voor ons een heerlijke tijd in Nicaragua en ook om samen te zijn met onze familie. Het huis leende zich daar prima voor.

I spent 2 weeks here and glad I did.
Rob was the best owner/manager I have dealt with on airbnb.  He was extremely helpful going beyond the call of duty.
The security and pool and cleaning staff all excellent.
katalina the casa cook can prepare inhouse a traditional meal better and cheaper than many local restaurants. 
Book without concerns.  You will be happy

I spent 2 weeks here and glad I did. Rob was the best owner/manager I have dealt with on airbnb. He was extremely helpful going beyond the call of duty. The security and pool and cleaning staff all excellent. katalina the casa cook can prepare inhouse a traditional meal better and cheaper than many local restaurants. Book without concerns. You will be happy

Great location with a view that is unbeatable! Rob and his crew were on top of it all and I couldn't be happier with our choice in stay!!

Everything was great, Rob responded quickly and is a very good host. The Airbnb is fantastic, the view is priceless. I highly recommend the Airbnb, it is especially super well refunded. At check-in, the staff helped us and were super friendly. Just as a note, the entrance to the house is a bit steep which can be a bit difficult for old or people with limited mobility. Airbnb is great everywhere, really mega!

Es war alles super, Rob hat schnell beantwortet und ist ein sehr guter Host. Die Airbnb ist traumhaft, der Ausblick ist unbezahlbar. Ich kann die Airbnb nur empfehlen, ist vor allem super gut erstattet. Beim Check In haben die Personelle uns geholfen und waren super freundlich. Nur als Anmerkung, die Eingang zur Haus ist bisschen steil was für alte oder mit beschränkter Bewegung Leute bisschen schwierig sein kann. Airbnb ist überall super, echt Mega!

Thanks for your kind words Isabella!!  If your travels ever lead you back to San Juan del Sur please don’t hesitate to come stay at Casa Sueños again!

Had a wonderful stay, very quiet and private. The house was clean, very spacious and had all the amenities to make it home. Cooked a lot of meal in the kitchen that was nicely equipped. The view of the beach and surrounding area is amazing, right out of the balcony.

Rob and Katalina, we loved the house. We'll definitely be back to stay with you guys, we had a blast.  Thanks for allowing us to check in early and being so flexible! Happy New Year!

Thanks for your sweet words Lindsey!!  We really enjoyed hosting you and your group!!  Come back to stay at Casa Sueños anytime!! 😊

House is really good situated, only 10minute walk from the town and with ocean view :) Living room was very cozy & spacious, beds comfortable

Thanks Delphine!!  We really enjoyed hosting you for your surf trip!!  Come stay again next time you’re in San Juan del Sur!!

Good location, however it does not have secure parking as indicated in the description, the place had constant blackouts and it was not possible to use the pool after 5 in the afternoon since the lighting system did not work.

Buena ubicación, sin embargo no cuenta con parqueo seguro como lo indica la descripción, el lugar presentó apagones constantes y no fue posible utilizar la piscina luego de las 5 de la tarde ya que el sistema de iluminación no funcionó.

This guests expectations of secure parking for his motorcycle is indoor parking…which he did not communicate to me until he arrived and is not mentioned in the description of our home anywhere.  Our driveway is located directly adjacent to our house and is between our house and the guard shack for the subdivision…which is manned 24/7.  We have had a motorcycle parked in our driveway just about every day for the last 15 years with no incident.  It is about as secure as you can get in San Juan del Sur.  Unfortunately, as is the case in San Juan del Sur, the power goes out in the entire town and everyone is affected every once in a while.

This was an amazing stay. The view is amazing overlooking San Juan del sur but you are still only 10 minutes walking from the town. It feels very private and secluded while still having easy access to the town of San Juan del sur

Hey Michael.  We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Casa Sueños!  Thanks for choosing our home for your vacation & please come visit us again!

The view was spectacular. Very spacious. perfect distances from the heart of the city.

It was very easy to find the house, the check-in was quite fast, a clean place, it looks just like the photographs, my family, friends and I had a good stay at Rob's house

Fue muy fácil el encontrar la casa, el entrar fue bastante rápido, un lugar limpio, se ve igual que las fotografías, mi familia, amigos y yo tuvimos una buena estancia en la casa de Rob

Thank you Rob for the hospitality for me and my family your great and responsive instructions, guidance and support was great! Katarina is such an amazing person very friendly and communicative kudos to her. The house will be ever greater once your private pool is fully build, house and location was great! Definitely would love to vacay again :)

Very nice, we loved everything, the view and the pool is really nice

Muy lindo todo nos encantó la vista y la piscina está súper bello

Rob was a fantastic host and this home is a sweet place close to town.

The house was spacious, and the bedrooms and beds were comfortable. Each of the two bedrooms had its own bathroom, and the house was fairly well-equipped, including a large refrigerator. The terrace was quite narrow, and the view of the bay was partially obstructed by trees and shrubs—trimming them would improve the experience. The kitchen utensils were not properly cleaned, and the house was very warm, making the air conditioning in the bedrooms essential. The location was convenient, just a 10-minute walk from the town center. One of the highlights was the howler monkeys in the trees around the house—a spectacular sight and sound. Additionally, a security guard stationed below the house 24/7 provided a reassuring sense of safety. The house manual could be improved, as it mentioned a non-existent alarm system and lacked details on waste disposal. The instructions for key pickup were unclear. Communication with both Rob and Harry could have been better. The swimming pool was great.

ThiS was our home for ten days! simply wonderful. For us, four adults, and for our baby and five-year-old daughter! We always walked to the center, which we really liked because it allowed us to come into contact with real San Juaneños. This residence is incredibly beautiful in an incredible location. unfortunately we didn't meet Rob, but we're sure his heart is in the right place. He is very helpful and responds quickly! We could spend our whole lives here :). Thank you, Rob, Catalina and the gardner!!

Robs place. Where do I begin. It was absolutely perfect aside from the check in. The house itself is immaculate. The views, stunning. Once you climb that steep hill you are welcomed to the gates of paradise. The rooms are amazing and the common room is very much appreciated for 5 friends who like to watch movies as a bonding experience. The pool was one of the best swimming experiences of my life and the view. My god the view. 10/10, 24 hours a day, 365. Unfortunately when we arrived at the property management office under instruction to collect the keys we were left in the dark. Fortunately, Catalina was at the location which is 20 minutes away, to let us in. I would recommend this Airbnb but I would advise better communication with regards to accessing the location, but an amazing experience none the less.

We loved this home! Katalina made the stay warm and welcoming, always helping when she could. We would definitely come back, house was well equipped and walkable to town and beaches. Safe and clean, private and charming.

If it’s available on your dates, take it! We had a fabulous family vacation in Casa Sueños, the house definitely deserves the name! It’s very big and spacious and really fun to be in, as a family of six we felt comfortable to hang out together in the balcony, in the living room and around the dining table. Though the house furniture and bedrooms furniture are modest and basic, the kitchen is a kingdom. Very well equipped, big fridge, super big stove, beautiful dishes and plenty of plates, Glasses’s, utensils, pots pans… yes, we had fun cooking, baking and bbq in the balcony. The pool is a gem. It’s a quiet place with infinite views, super relaxing…

I stayed for 2 weeks with a friend and my two children. The house was perfect for our needs, all amenities were in the kitchen. The wifi was good for work but I would have taken a little more power (nothing major). The pool has a breathtaking view of the sunsets. The outdoor terrace was ideal for our late nights when the kids sleep indoors. We also enjoyed the privacy of the 2nd bedroom with its private bathroom. There is enough air conditioning to cool every room of the house. The only problem is really the parking which is a little worked by the rain and often cluttered by the caretakers' motorcycles. Luckily I had a jeep and the caretakers were nice to help me pack motorcycles and chairs so I could get out, I felt bad about constantly disturbing them. I would highly recommend it!

J’ai séjourné 2 semaines avec une amie et mes deux enfants. La maison était parfaite pour nos besoins, toutes les commodités y étaient dans la cuisine. Le wifi était correct pour le travail mais j’aurai pris un peu plus de puissance (rien de majeur). La piscine a une vue à couper le souffle sur les couchers de soleil. La terrasse extérieure était idéale pour nos fins de soirée lorsque les enfants dorment à l’intérieur. Nous avons aussi apprécié l’intimité de la 2e chambre avec sa salle de bain privée. Il y a assez d’air climatisé pour rafraîchir toutes les pièces de la maison. Le seul hic est vraiment le stationnement qui est un peu travaillé par la pluie et souvent encombré par les motos des gardiens. Par chance j’avais un jeep et que les gardiens étaient gentils pour m’aider à tasser les motos et les chaises afin que je puisse sortir, je me sentais mal de les déranger constamment. Je recommande fortement !

Excelente opción, mi familia volvería alojarse

Amazing place, comfy and awesome, the house is located up on a hill, which it can be an issue, but other than that, everything was perfect, from the views to the attention from the host.

From booking to leaving Rob had great communication. The views are amazing, great pool, howler monkeys hanging out, nice appliances, awesome grill, hot water showers and the very best housekeeper ever, Katalina. She made sure our every need was met including bottled water. She made us homemade ceviche and guacamole that was very tasty. Just a very sweet lady who became a friend. The hill was a bit tough when coming up in the heat with supplies, but plenty of taxis available. Overall-we didn’t want to leave. 5 weeks flew by! Thanks Rob and crew for a terrific stay.

We stayed at this Airbnb for five weeks, working remotely along with our children. The two best things about this house are: 1) Katalina, the housekeeper. She made our stay so incredible, and looked after us so well. She made sure we always had a clean house, water, cooked food for us, even made my husband some homemade coconut milk because he doesn’t drink dairy. ￼ 2) the location. We are a family of four, and rented one car. Because Rob‘s house is walking distance to just about everything, we never had to coordinate too closely because there was freedom to get around if someone else is using the car. You could stay here without a car entirely, it is easy to walk to several shuttle stops in town that will take you to the beaches. But it was really nice to have a car, because we explored quite a bit of the area surrounding San Juan, and even did a few overnight trips, of which there are many options. Highly recommend!

Great host with a beautiful place. Perfect surroundings and wonderful people!

Beautiful place and view- both from the balcony area and pool. Things to note: Friendly and gentle dog who regularly appears and will try and get into the place Hot water was inconsistent- however we didn’t contact Harry or Rob about this so partially our fault If you book a tour through Rob, just make sure to ask for details/ questions as we had a misunderstanding with ours though I’m sure it’s usually very good. Check-in was tricky initially as the agency to pick up keys was closed even though we were within the correct time window. However Rob was extremely quick to respond and got us in another way really quickly and easily. The view obviously means it’s a bit of a walk up a hill and, like much of Nicaragua, the road/ parking spot is a bit rough. So if you have any less-abled then might be a little harder to get into town. None of this should put you off as it’s a really great place and Rob was a good host and I would definitely recommend.

We had a great stay at Casa Suenos! Good spot for a group, close to town, beautiful furniture and structure and amazing view

I absolutely loved the view and the house. Rob was very friendly and responsive. Unfortunately, San Juan del Sur wasn’t kid friendly, it was great for adults, good restaurants, good bars, friendly people, but not much for the kids to do. I loved the pool-it has an unmatched view, absolutely beautiful! Something to keep in mind when traveling with children, the house is up on a hill and the walk up made me feel uneasy. My kids loved the pool, the water was the perfect temperature every time. I would definitely return!

We really enjoy the view at the bay , the pool was great peaceful and relaxing . Sitting at the corridor was beautiful looking at the bay surrounding by the trees. Great spot!!

Rob is an amazing host. everything was wonderful, very responsive. I had a wonderful time.

unbelievable staff great response by The Host and your place was awesome I will stay there a million times if I can afford it

It’s up on the mountain, beautiful view!

One of the coolest places I have ever stayed. The house, pool, and patio were a real treat. Katalina was great as well. Can't wait to come back!

Casa Suenos is the place to Stay! We are a family of six that travel frequently and Rob's recommendations were extremely helpful to assist in planning our trip to Casa del Sur. Caterina was absolutely amazing. She, along with Harry, communicated with us on our arrival day. They met us at the house to make sure that all our needs were met. Caterina assisted us with our laundry (this was our third location in Nicaragua). While we were away, Caterina delivered our clothes and she noticed that the hot water heater failed and flooded one of the bathrooms. She cleaned the affected areas and had the hot water replaced immediately. When we arrived that evening, everything was clean and in working order. Harry connected us with a local horseback riding guide and we had an amazing experience riding horses on the beach. The house was clean, the A/C worked extremely well, and the location has a beautiful view and very peaceful. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip!!

Beautiful place in a perfect location! Would highly recommend to anyone. Katalina and Harry were a great help as well as Rob.

Robs place was fantastic, a great deal, close enough to town to walk down and walk around but far enough away to be more peaceful and feel safe with the security guard and gate right there. we have stayed in sjds a few times before and robs place will be the place we return to if available.

Great value for what you get. close to the action, clean, relaxing. The house looks nicer in real life than it does in photos. Highly recommend

Rob's place has breathtaking view of San Juan del Sur! Rob was really informative and easy to communicate with. The pool is shared but we didn't have the opportunity to meet our neighbors during our short stay. Super clean, quiet, and relaxing house for a group.

Rob was a great host and his helpers in Nicaragua are super nice! Katalina was very responsive as well as Rob. The place is beautiful, lovely architecture and amazing view. The place is on an uphill so if you have family members who can’t walk as much, I don’t recommend. But else, you will have a beautiful house with great hosts and worth a million view and pool. Thank you Rob for having us over and Katalina for helping us. Hope to be back soon!

Rob’s place was amazing! My friends and I loved the place! Everything worked, the AC amazing and the overall experience vas outstanding! The only thing I would give constructive feedback is in the check in process, we had to contact another person to get the keys to the place and the person wasn’t responding! Besides that, everything was amazing!

Close enough to enjoy activity in town(walk or drive) but remarkably private enough to hang out at the house and chill while taking in tranquil, scenic views of SJDS... Rob was a great host!

Beautiful place! We had a few issues with electricity and the air conditioner which left us with a few sweaty nights. As comments state above, Katarina is awesome and so helpful. Her food was amazing and definitely worth an experience! Overall it was a lovely location; a bit crowded for a large group (there were 5 of us) but everything was clean and there was a completely functional kitchen. There are a lot of couches that turn into beds and for those who are comfortable, the nook up top can be a lovely place to sleep if there AC is working! The pool has a beautiful view, but there was some issues with cleanliness of the chairs (animal droppings and such!). Overall, beautiful place. I’d definitely come and stay again!

Great house and within easy walking distance from town. Thanks Rob

I think most of the other reviews have the place pretty well covered but I’ll still leave some comments here. The “hill” is not that bad. It’s pretty steep (and my buddy did wreck his motorcycle on it… blame inexperience for that) for about 300’ but really not much to note. It’s got easy access  to town whether you’re walking or riding/driving. The home sits just above the guard station so it does feel secure and there is someone there 24/7. The view is really nice and the two bedrooms are really nicely situated of the front deck. The pool is great and so are the neighbors it’s shared with. Watch out for mosquitoes up there, they are silent and deadly! Katalina is truly wonderful and so sweet. We had her cook us two wonderful meals which were some of the best meals we had and definitely better than most of the restaurants around town. Rob was a great host, quick to respond and very helpful with our questions and shenanigans. Would definitely stay here again.

good location to town. host and everyone local were great. highly recommend letting katalina cook for you. other than Cascada best food in town. accomodations were good too. hot water and pressure were good. and in nica thats not that easy to come by all the time. would def stay again.

The house is real nice, but slightly pricey considering others on the market. Location is ideal, I like the open concept and the view is nice. However, our stay wasn’t the peaceful experience we were hoping for. When we arrived in San Juan and went to pick up the keys in the rental office, we were told that there were road-works during that week, and that we would have to leave our car on the side of the road and walk 400 metres or so up a hill with all our stuff –the steepest hill you can imagine – till the workers cleared the road in the evening. Definitely the kind of thing that would have been good to know before deciding to rent the house, as there are so many other decent options available in the area. The walk in itself wouldn’t have been so bad but for the fact that our group included my 80 year old grandma, 4 young kids and my elderly uncle who had just driven 5 hours. When we finally arrived, we were met by Catalina. Everyone raves about her in the reviews (who are mainly foreign tourists), but in our experience she didn’t take into account how much of an inconvenience the walk had been and made no apology. Having paid almost 300$ to rent the house for the day but forced to walk up a huge hill in scorching 30+ degree mid-day heat, all we really wanted was to sit down and have a glass of water. But, instead, she took on a slightly bossy attitude, making a big deal about telling us the “rules”, how everything worked, and making slightly snide comments about the fact that our booking was made last minute. We’re Nicaraguan and own a hostel, and from my experience many nationals are quite entitled and irresponsible when they travel, so that maybe explains why her treatment was so abrasive. When we checked out, she also made a big deal about counting towels –doing it as slowly as possible for some reason– and also passively aggressively picked up a coca cola bottle that had been left lying around and putting into the bin whilst all our group was waiting to leave for our five hour journey. We left the house pretty clean (especially considering that they charge around 30$ for cleaning as part of the booking) so that felt a bit unnecessary. Rob didn’t know about the road-works, and did offer to do something to help the next day (thankfully this wasn't an issue on the Sunday) but it would have been useful if he had known and we would have gone somewhere else.

Well, that is unfortunate.  I think we have like 80 reviews...lots from Nicaraguans and Costa Ricans and this is literally the first negative sentence any guest has had to say about Katalina...and you had more than one complaint.  She counted the towels too slowly for your liking?  She didn’t offer you a drink when you arrived??  Lots of complaining for a guest who was offered early check-in, late check-out, and help checking out if it was needed.  Entitled much?  All I can say is we truly try to do everything we can to wow every single one our guests.  Had I known the construction was going to start down the road just before you arrived I DEFINITELY would have let you know & I would have sent guys out to help you up the hill with your bags.  Lastly, did you hire Katalina?  No you didn’t.  She was at the house to finish up preparing it for your arrival.  She was not there to fetch you & your family food and drinks.  You could have hired her, but you didn’t.  I honestly question the judgement of anyone who complains about Katalina...and anyone reading this ridiculous review should as well.

Excellent place!!! Spectacular view. Clean with courteous and respectful staff. Easy to contact staff when needed. Would definately return!

This place is exceptional. The location is perfect if you want to be close to town but not so close to all the action and noise. Easily walkable to all the spots if you don’t mind the uphill on the way home. If you don’t like walking up the hill, grab a cab; it’s a dollar a person. The pool is kept immaculate on a daily basis and the grounds are well looked after. The pool is also above average size for the area which is great. The home is well outfitted with everything you need in the kitchen as well as rooms. Great kitchen to cook in. Air conditioning works very well. The hammocks all over the property are just perfect for relaxing in and are in the shade for most of the day. The outdoor dining area is so cool and offers a great sanctuary to hang with family and friends. Wifi is strong and there is a great bise Bluetooth speaker. The best part of this place is Catalina. She cleaned out our house once a week and cooked dinner twice a week for our entire 3 month stay. Her food is the best in San Juan del sur and after travelling all over Nicaragua, it holds up everywhere. Lobster, shrimp, steak, organic chicken, amazing rice dishes, scalloped potatoes, and fresh fruits and vegetables, she can cook anything you ask and will accommodate dietary requests as well. She also handled all of our laundry the entire time; we didn’t fold anything once in 3 months. And not a single piece lost. Also, if you need massage or manicure or pedicure she will arrange the service right to the house. She helped arrange various activities as well like surfing and hikes and other things. We partook and her people were very good. She was exceptional with our kids and wish we could take her home with us! Use her services, you won’t regret it. Rob provides recommendations on anything and everything and will also help arrange any logistics required. Great host. This place is perfect and we will be back. Highly recommended.

We had a wonderful time. check in /check out, and communication was outstanding. Very easy to get to. Overall, great stay. Thanks.

The house is very accessible, the only thing I did not like is that some things were not ready when I arrived, the air conditioning in the living room leaked a lot and the kitchen sink too. Bringing that in it was a good place to be.

We were delighted with the house, it has beautiful views of the village, they were very kind to us. The pool area is spectacular, ideal for watching the sunset and taking some beautiful photos.

Quedamos encantados con la casa, tiene unas vistas hermosas hacia el pueblo, fueron muy amables con nosotros. El área de la piscina es espectacular, ideal para ver el atardecer y tomarse unas fotos hermosas.

We loved our stay at Casa Suenos and in Nicaragua in general. We didn’t know what to expect in Nicaragua, but it was easy to travel in and around and everyone was friendly. Katalina was as amazing as the previous reviews have stated. Her cooking was the best food we had in Nicaragua and she arranged for us to have massages at the house. We recommend you try it! The pool was a hit with the kids and was so convenient. We could walk to the beach/into town.

Beautiful home, amazing views, pool view was incredible and enjoyinng a cup of coffee with the super close howler monkeys was absolutely captivating. Wouldve liked instructions on check in a bit earlier. As traveling becomes stressful it always best to plan ahead. Had scoprions in our clothes, lots of ants so put EVERYTHING  the fridge, which is part of the territory of being up close to nature. Just a heads up. The incline really is steep

We loved the house. It has a very nice view of the village and the sea. Walking in 10 minutes you are in the very center of SJDS . It has basic amenities, good AC, and even a grill. For families or groups of friends it is excellent. You can rest and sleep really well.

Nos encanto la casa. Tiene una vista del pueblo y del mar muy bonita. Caminando en 10 minutos estas en el puro centro de SJDS . Cuenta con servicios básicos, buen AC, y hasta parrilla. Para familias o grupos de amigos esta excelente. Se descansa y se duerme muy bien.

Perfect stay! Amazing location and warm welcome from Rob and Katalina:)

Séjour parfait! Emplacement incroyable et acceuil chaleureux de la part de Rob et de Katalina:)

The house is extremely equipped, ideal for walking with the family just like we did. The location is excellent and with a wonderful view.

La casa esta sumamente equipada, ideal para pasear con la familia como lo hicimos nosotros. La ubicación es excelente y con una maravillosa vista.

Rob's place was the perfect spot for our New Year's Eve trip! The house was located just outside downtown San Juan but close enough to walk (~15 minutes). The house was very clean and nicely decorated, and had most of the kitchenware you would need to prep a quick breakfast or lunch. You cannot beat the view from the infinity pool!! It is truly breathtaking! Just be careful heading up to the pool because it's a bit of an incline and there are no handrails. Finally, Rob had the best team in San Juan taking care of us - Catalina was so warm and welcoming at check in, she provided wonderful tips about things to do in San Juan, and she was readily available when we had questions or requests. We had already planned our meals so we didn't get to hire her cooking services, but we'll definitely do so the next time we visit!!

We stayed here for four nights at the end of the December and found Rob's place a great choice for a family or group of friends. There are two private bedrooms, a mezzanine above the main room (accessed by ladder and separated with a curtain) plus three beds in the common area, which are great for relaxing. The hammocks outside were also very popular in the day, but with the insects at night we didn't use them. The road up from town was quite steep but we never walked it as we mainly drove to other beaches. We only used the pool once but it's a spectacular setting. The view was amazing from the main room and the fully-fitted kitchen was very useful.

House was beautiful, family loved the extra space and pool. The house is located on a hill and there is a steep incline to get to the pool which makes it dangerous when walking back wet, definitely needs handrails. Besides that the house was lovely and comfortable.

Excellent view, cozy house just minutes from downtown.

Excelente vista, casa acogedora a tan solo minutos del centro.

We loved our stay at Casa Suenos! The house is nicely laid out and very well stocked. Very, very clean! Grounds and pool were well looked after. Air conditioning worked well. Comfortable beds. Good water pressure for the showers. The front porch offers a great view of the bay; the rocking chairs and hammocks there quickly became our favourite place to hang out. The icing on the cake was Katalina. She cooked 2 fantastic meals for us. Arranged massages. Stopped by on occasion to check on us. Made sure we had water. And a nice person! Rob, the owner, was also great to deal with. He was prompt to respond to our questions and very professional.

The house is amazing and very close to downtown

La casa está increíble y muy cerca del centro de la ciudad

This house is so amazing and we had perfect service from owner. So I can recommend you what choice this house for visit San Juan del sur.

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What a great home base from which to enjoy San Juan del Sur! From check in to check out everything was simple and convenient. We booked the same day we arrived and Rob’s instant replies really helped to ease the stress of a last minute booking. When we arrived at the property it was immediately clear that this was actually someone’s home rather than the ever-more-common Airbnb business property. Sure, the properties that are purpose built for short term rental will have the basics, but a real home has the subtle details that make a vacation great. Books, games, movies, kitchen utensils, and every appliance you could possibly need are all available. There’s even a junk/utility drawer where we found a pair of much needed scissors. The location is perfect. It was nice to not spend time or money on taxis. Security is excellent thanks to the 24 hour guard right below the house and the alarm system. One of our kids accidentally hit the panic button and armed guards arrived within minutes. The pool is shared with another home, but we always had it to ourselves. We have no complaints at all, but the only things I’ll mention that some people may be more picky about are: There are some steep walkways that may be tough for people with mobility issues, noise from the loft travels to the room below, and the beds aren’t luxurious. Again, none of those issues were significant to our group, but are good to know if you are picky. The staff was terrific! I’d go back again just for a chance to chat with Catalina. All in all, our experience at Casa Sueños was a model Airbnb experience. What a great base of operations to enjoy San Juan del Sur! From check-in to check-out, everything was simple and convenient. We booked the same day we arrived and Rob's instant responses really helped ease the stress of a last-minute booking stress. When we arrived at the property, it was immediately clear that it was actually someone's home rather than Airbnb's most common commercial property. Of course, the properties that are specifically designed for short term rentals will have the basics, but a real house like this has the subtle touches that make a great vacation. Books, games, movies, kitchen utensils and all the appliances you may need are available. There's even a box of utilities where we found a couple of much needed scissors. The location is perfect. It was nice not to spend time or money on taxis. Security is excellent with a 24 hour guard just below the house and alarm system. One of our kids accidentally hit the panic button, and the guards arrived in minutes. The swimming pool is shared with another house, but we always had to ourselves. We have no complaints at all, but the only things I will mention that some people may be more...

What a great home base from which to enjoy San Juan del Sur! From check in to check out everything was simple and convenient. We booked the same day we arrived and Rob’s instant replies really helped to ease the stress of a last minute booking. When we arrived at the property it was immediately clear that this was actually someone’s home rather than the ever-more-common Airbnb business property. Sure, the properties that are purpose built for short term rental will have the basics, but a real home has the subtle details that make a vacation great. Books, games, movies, kitchen utensils, and every appliance you could possibly need are all available. There’s even a junk/utility drawer where we found a pair of much needed scissors. The location is perfect. It was nice to not spend time or money on taxis. Security is excellent thanks to the 24 hour guard right below the house and the alarm system. One of our kids accidentally hit the panic button and armed guards arrived within minutes. The pool is shared with another home, but we always had it to ourselves. We have no complaints at all, but the only things I’ll mention that some people may be more picky about are: There are some steep walkways that may be tough for people with mobility issues, noise from the loft travels to the room below, and the beds aren’t luxurious. Again, none of those issues were significant to our group, but are good to know if you are picky. The staff was terrific! I’d go back again just for a chance to chat with Catalina. All in all, our experience at Casa Sueños was a model Airbnb experience. ¡Qué gran base de operaciones para disfrutar de San Juan del Sur! Desde el check in hasta el check out, todo fue simple y conveniente. Reservamos el mismo día que llegamos y las respuestas instantáneas de Rob realmente ayudaron a aliviar el estrés de una reserva de último minuto. Cuando llegamos a la propiedad, inmediatamente quedó claro que en realidad era la casa de alguien en lugar de la más común propiedad comercial de Airbnb. Claro, las propiedades que están diseñadas específicamente para el alquiler a corto plazo tendrán los elementos básicos, pero una casa real como esta tiene los detalles sutiles que hacen que unas vacaciones sean geniales. Libros, juegos, películas, utensilios de cocina y todos los electrodomésticos que pueda necesitar están disponibles. Incluso hay un cajón de utilidades donde encontramos un par de tijeras muy necesarias. La ubicación es perfecta. Fue agradable no gastar tiempo ni dinero en taxis. La seguridad es excelente con una guardia de 24 horas justo debajo de la casa y el sistema de alarma. Uno de nuestros hijos golpeó accidentalmente el botón de pánico y guardias armados llegaron en minutos. La piscina se comparte con otra casa, pero siempre tuvimos para nosotros. No tenemos quejas en absoluto, pero las únicas cosas que mencionaré que algunas personas pueden ser más...

Thank-you Dayli for your wonderful detailed review. Yes this is our home and I'm glad you noticed all the little things that make it "ours", and were able to enjoy them. I am glad you and your group enjoyed your stay and I hope you will come back to visit again! All the best, Rob

Casa Sueños was awesome and Rob was a great host. The location was the perfect amount outside of the bustling downtown, but close enough to still feel like were part of it. Rob's communication about questions, recommendations, and transportation were all on point and very helpful. SJDS was amazing and we'd definitely come back.

Robs place was Amazing!! We hired Katalina who was an exquisite cook and such a lovely energy to have around. Rob sorted out all details of trip from transport to local recommendations. The house itself is charming and we saw howler monkeys in the trees by the pool. I would highly recommend this as a home during your stay in San Juan... Rob is a wonderful  host

Casa Suenos is the perfect spot if you want to enjoy the area. So many nice beaches to visit close to SJDS. I would recommend to have a vehicle but it’s also great if you don’t mind walking around. It’s private, modern, clean and there are all the amenities you need for a confortable stay. The pool is awesome.

Great stay in San Juan del Sur.  On  outskirts of town, but close enough to walk.

We had an amazing time and we were wonderfully taken care of while we stayed at Rob’s place. We decided to hire  Kathalina for the kitchen work and we are very happy we did. She is an amazing cook and a very caring person. Rob also makes sure his guests are happy and get all they need to have an amazing stay. All around perfect experience. Thanks!

Simply put: Rob's place is incredible. Our group was 9 people in our early 20s. The space was very comfortable for a group of that size and certainly would be for a smaller group. We found the house to be perfectly located. There is a steep hill to climb when coming from town, but you're rewarded with a wonderful view of the bay and privacy. The house has great common areas, a stocked kitchen and comfortable bedrooms. The hammocks and infinity pool offer great spaces to relax after a big day of being out at the beaches. The best part about Rob's place may be Katalina; the cook available for hire. We had her cook dinner for us most nights and were very impressed by the quality of the food. Her food is delicious and she is willing to accommodate dietary restrictions and each group's preferences for meals. She also would bring a jug of purified water to the house everyday and the value of that can't be overstated. We can not say enough about how kind and talented this woman is. We recommend hiring her for at least a few of your meals during your stay at Rob's place. We were very impressed by how helpful Rob was before and during the trip. He was responsive, had great tips and was more than happy to answer any questions we had for him. Absolutely no complaints about this place or Rob. We highly recommend staying here on your visit to Nicaragua.

Beautiful Casa, with a breathtaking view! Very clean place. There is a hill to climb to get to the house that takes a little physical effort!

Magnifique Casa, avec une vue à couper le souffle! Endroit très propre. Il y a une côte à monter afin de se rendre à la maison qui demande un petit effort physique!

The house was perfect for the 6 of us, plenty of space and well equipped  kitchen for us all to cook. Spent a lot of time at the beautiful pool. Rob was very helpful with anything we needed. Definitely would stay here again next time!

Great house with a great view. Very good communication with the host.

Great villa with great swimming pool. Large comfy bed & bank. Great location, close to the village. We saw monkeys while we were in the pool. Unfortunately the power was off all Monday, but they provided us with flashlights and candles. Easy communication with Rob.

Thanks for choosing our home Frederike!  Yeah, it looks like a family of monkeys has moved into the neighbourhood!!  Great for nature watching...along with the birds and other surrounding wildlife!!  As far as the power outage goes...I wish that was something that was within our control, but the power company/government occasionally shuts down the power to the entire city.  It's always a bummer when they do that...it's hard to make Margaritas for around the pool using the blender when the power's off!!  Glad you guys enjoyed your stay...come again another time!!

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