Escape from the hustle and bustle to this newly renovated, luxurious two bedroom lakefront home, located on beautiful Ometepe Island. Whether you are travelling alone, as a couple, or with a group this house will meet all your needs. When you arrive you see the beautiful gardens with the infinity pool over looking the lake. Discovery a luxury oasis on a tropical island. All you need to do is open the front double doors to combine the space for a perfect indoor outdoor living experience. The space The first thing you will notice when you arrive are the beautiful gardens with the infinity pool over looking the lake. One of the only private houses on Ometepe with a pool, you will find that it is surrounded by a fully mature garden. There are fruit trees laden with mangos and coconuts, herbs in the garden, and flowers abound. Not only that but the wildlife you expect to find on a UNESCO Bioreserve comes to you. The distinctive Yellow Naped Parrots, or Lora Nuca Amarilla as they are called in Nicaragua, for whom the house is name routinely fly over head. Howler monkeys regularly visit the mango trees in season to eat fruit and watch you swim. Cows, pigs, chickens, and even turkeys can be seen wandering in the road. Hang in a hammock or sit in the wooden rocking chairs on the outdoor patio. You can step right from the front porch into the infinity pool. With two shallow sections of different depths, the pool is perfect for sunbathing or children to play. There’s also a bench in the deepend to watch the stunning sunsets over the lake. While Ometepe is about the outdoors and nature, sometimes you have to go inside. At Casa Lora you will discovery a luxury oasis on a tropical island. All you need to do is open the front double doors to you combine the space for a perfect indoor outdoor living experience. Once inside you will find the spacious open plan living space. The walls are bright white with distinctive art featuring a tropical bird motif. The kitchen is fully equipped, with all new stainless steel appliances- including a refrigerator with a freezer, a six burner stove with oven and a microwave. You will find everything you need to prepare a homecooked meal with delicious tropical ingredients if you chose. The unique dining table is made from a slab of live edge wood and easily seats six for family meals. It is just one of the many special pieces of Nicaraguan handicrafts you’ll see. While the kitchen and dining area is dominated by hard woods, the living room is all about comfort. There’s a sofa set and a pull out sofa, insuring there is somewhere soft for everyone to sit. On quiet nights or rainy days you can enjoy a movie on the Smart TV or check out the local cable channels. The house has 20 mbps fiberoptic internet with a battery backup so you can work or play online without interruption. The master bedroom is located downstairs. This room has a queen bed and full size wardrobe. It’s a bit more spacious than the second room and features both air conditioning and a ceiling fan. The windows are screened so on breezy nights you can turn off the air conditioning, open the windows and let the waves from the lake and jungle noises lull you into a blissful sleep. Climb the distinctive iron spiral staircase and you will find another queen bed and bunk beds in the loft room. While this upstairs room isn’t air conditioned, the whole outer wall is a screen door that allows access to lake breezes and an upper deck. Why be inside when you could be out? The deck is perfect for sunrise yoga or relaxing in a hammock in the evening after a long day of activities. The bathroom is also located on the first floor. This shower has been newly retiled with a traditional style ceramic and features adjustable hot water. There is also a second shower outside that’s perfect for rinsing off after a swim or a muddy hike. And when it comes to activities, this area of Ometepe has plenty to offer. The house is located on the paved road just a kilometer and a half from Balgue, a small local town. In Balgue you find the trailhead to hike the Maderas volcano, as well as a natural spring where you can swim. And whether you want to eat out or cook at home, there are also many restaurants and small stores close by. While there are things to do within walking distance of the house, keep in mind Ometepe is a large island and taxi service is expensive. If you wish to explore more than a tiny area of it we recommend you either come in your own vehicle or rent one while you are here. We are happy to help you organize any tours or transportation you need during your stay at Casa Lora. Guest access You will have access to the house, pool, and entire property. There are workers on the property during the day to maintain the pool, gardens, and house. If you require a higher level of privacy during your stay let us know. Other things to note A note about insects: It is important to remember Ometepe is a UNESCO Bio-reserve and has a large variety of wildlife including many insects. Most are relatively harmless but plenty do bite and sting. The house is screened to help keep the insects out but some may still find their way in. It is recommended to close the doors around sunset. We advise against eating on the sofas as it attracts ants!

## The Space

Escape the busy pace of everyday life in this newly renovated, luxurious two-bedroom lakefront home situated on the beautiful Ometepe Island. Whether traveling solo, as a couple, or with a group, this house is designed to accommodate all your needs.

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by stunning gardens and an infinity pool overlooking the lake. This private residence is one of the few on Ometepe to feature a pool, surrounded by a mature garden filled with fruit trees bearing mangoes and coconuts, fragrant herbs, and vibrant flowers.

The property is located within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, bringing wildlife right to your doorstep. You may spot the distinctive Yellow-naped Parrots, locally known as Lora Nuca Amarilla, flying overhead. Howler monkeys often visit the mango trees during the fruiting season, and cows, pigs, chickens, and turkeys can be seen wandering nearby.

Relax in a hammock or on wooden rocking chairs on the outdoor patio. The infinity pool is accessible directly from the front porch and includes two shallow sections of varying depths, ideal for sunbathing or children’s play. A bench in the deeper end offers a perfect spot to enjoy breathtaking sunsets over the lake.

Inside, the house offers a luxurious tropical oasis with a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience created by opening the front double doors. The spacious open-plan living area features bright white walls adorned with tropical bird-themed artwork.

The fully equipped kitchen includes new stainless steel appliances such as a refrigerator with freezer, a six-burner stove with oven, and a microwave. You will find everything needed to prepare meals using fresh tropical ingredients. The unique dining table, crafted from a live edge wood slab, comfortably seats six and is one of several special Nicaraguan handicrafts throughout the home.

The living room prioritizes comfort with a sofa set and a pull-out sofa, ensuring ample seating for everyone. On quiet evenings or rainy days, enjoy movies on the Smart TV or browse local cable channels. The house is equipped with 20 Mbps fiber optic internet and a battery backup, allowing uninterrupted work or entertainment online.

The master bedroom is located on the ground floor and includes a queen bed and a full-size wardrobe. This room is slightly larger than the second bedroom and features both air conditioning and a ceiling fan. Screened windows allow you to enjoy breezy nights with fresh lake air and jungle sounds, enabling restful sleep without air conditioning.

Upstairs, accessed via a distinctive iron spiral staircase, the loft room contains another queen bed and bunk beds. Although this room is not air-conditioned, the entire outer wall is a screened door that opens to an upper deck. This deck is ideal for sunrise yoga or relaxing in a hammock in the evening after a day of activities.

The bathroom is located on the first floor and has been recently retiled with traditional ceramic tiles. It features an adjustable hot water shower. Additionally, there is a second outdoor shower, perfect for rinsing off after swimming or hiking.

## Location

The house is situated on a paved road just 1.5 kilometers from Balgue, a small local town. Balgue offers the trailhead for hiking the Maderas volcano and a natural spring for swimming. Numerous restaurants and small stores are nearby, providing options for dining out or cooking at home.

While some attractions are within walking distance, Ometepe is a large island, and taxi services can be costly. For broader exploration, it is recommended to bring your own vehicle or rent one during your stay. Assistance with organizing tours or transportation is available upon request.

## Amenities

- Infinity pool with two shallow sections and a bench in the deep end  
- Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances  
- Unique live edge wood dining table seating six  
- Comfortable living room with sofa set and pull-out sofa  
- Smart TV with local cable channels  
- 20 Mbps fiber optic internet with battery backup  
- Air-conditioned master bedroom with ceiling fan and screened windows  
- Loft bedroom with queen and bunk beds, screened outer wall, and upper deck  
- Indoor bathroom with adjustable hot water shower  
- Outdoor shower for rinsing after swimming or hiking  
- Mature garden with fruit trees, herbs, and flowers  
- Outdoor patio with hammock and rocking chairs  

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the house, pool, and entire property. Daytime staff maintain the pool, gardens, and house. If you prefer increased privacy during your stay, please inform us in advance.

## Other Things to Note

Ometepe is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with diverse wildlife, including many insects. While most insects are harmless, some may bite or sting. The house is screened to minimize insect entry, but some may still get inside. It is advisable to close doors around sunset and avoid eating on the sofas to prevent attracting ants.

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We had a great time with my family. The place its beautifully surrounded by trees and with the lake right in front🙏🏾👐🏾💌 We had everything we needed to enjoy the weekend at peace. God bless 🙏🏾

A fantastic stay! Communication with Sally was excellent—fast, responsive, and friendly from booking to checkout. The home was exactly as described: spotless, cozy, and perfectly located for exploring Isla de Ometepe. Incredible value for the price, and we’d definitely stay again!

Great house and super helpful hosts. We loved the pool and the view. Would highly recommend.

Very disappointed; wish someone had warned us. While the location is pretty, that is the only positive. Shortly after arrival, the power cut out unexpectedly & repeatedly throughout our stay, cutting the lights, fans, AC, WiFi & running water. The host just directed us to a router battery pack. It is misleading & cruel to not warn guests about frequent outages that leave you without necessities!! in a dark jungle. To add, the bug infestation is EGREGIOUS. Huge pregnant spiders, hornets, cockroaches & mosquitoes EVERYWHERE. Swarms upstairs forced us all to pack into the downstairs bedroom (the only room w/ AC btw). The pest control & sealing are incredibly poor. Cleanliness was also poor; the bathroom, stove & amenities were dirty & dishes were covered in dust & bugs. The cleaner would come & no difference would be made. Note that multiple workers show up daily & TV apps do not work except YouTube. Also, a friendly cat lives/eats here & lays on the furniture - beware if allergic.

Its a very nice house located in the best area of Ometepe (in my personal opinion) but I would suggest adding a mesh to the main door so that the bugs dont come in that easily. Also potentially adding a air conditioning for the upstairs bedroom, and just make sure that the mesh below the roof are well positioned so that bugs dont enter. Besides that, everything was clean, the pool was clean, bathroom was clean. Would totally recommend if you have no issues with bugs at night and throughout the day

Great location, near good restaurants and things to do. Host was responsive and helpful. Pool is pristine and surroundings are beautiful.

Everything was perfect. We want to return soon!! Excellent for disconnecting and enjoying all the beauty the island has to offer.

Todo estuvo perfecto, queremos regresar pronto!! Excelente para desconectar y disfrutar de todo lo bello que tiene la isla.

Good afternoon, we were very disappointed with our choice. The pool is dirty. The house was very dirty, with dust, cockroaches, cockroach droppings, cobwebs, and the floor hadn't been cleaned at all; the toilet was also dirty. The dishes were very dirty; before using anything, I had to wash it. There was no dishwashing liquid, no sponge, and no garbage bags. After I wrote to the host, she responded quickly, and a helper came, but instead of laundry detergent, she brought us washing powder. I was shocked. They promised they would come in the morning to clean, but no one ever showed up. It's best not to choose this place with children, as we didn't sleep all night because of cockroaches that crawled over our child. For the first time on our trips, I was very disappointed with the house.

Добрый день, мы были очень разочарованы своим выбором. Бассейн грязный. В доме было очень грязно, пыль, тараканы кукарача, паутина, пол вообще не мыт, туалет тоже был грязный. Посуда очень грязная, прежде чем что то взять, нужно было отмыть. Средства для мытья посуды не было, губки не было, пакетов для мусора не было. Написав хозяйке, она быстро реагировала, пришла помощница, но вместо моющего средства принесла нам стиральный порошок, я в шоке. Обещали что придут утром прибрать, но так никто и не пришел. С детьми лучше не выбирать это жильё, так как мы не спали всю ночь из-за тараканов, которые ползали по ребёнку. Впервые за наши путешествия, я была очень разочарована домом.

It didn't meet our expectations in terms of the value for the price. The photos misrepresented the reality a bit. It was not clean and very open to hot air and bugs. We should've read more closely to see there is only AC in one bedroom. There was also a cat inside when we arrived and one of our party is allergic. On the plus side, the pool is very nice and well maintained and the surroundings are beautiful.

Sally's home on Ometepe Island was beautiful. The natural surroundings are exactly what you visit this island for. The home is one of the more modern on the island and the only one with a pool we could find. The back patio and pool area overlooking Lake Nicaragua are a great place to relax and enjoy the birds and monkeys. I would highly recomend.

Wonderful private casa on the lake. The private pool was awesome.

Very nice outdoor space, quietly located, surrounded by nature, clean pool. Quickly responsive hosts. 
The space is just open along the roof so animals can get in. A few times had no water, toilet that did not flush so that afterwards the ground was under water. Not really clean interior.

Hele mooie buitenruimte, rustig gelegen, midden in de natuur, proper zwembad. Snel responsieve verhuurders. De ruimte is langs het dak gewoon open dus kunnen er zo beestjes binnen. Paar keer geen water gehad, wc dat niet doorspoelde waardoor nadien de grond onder water stond. Niet echt propere binnenruimte.

A small paradise, the accommodation is in the style of a holiday home. We knew about the insects, but I think nets over the beds might be a good option. The water pressure is very low and sometimes there is no more water, but it is a common issue on the island. In short, great stay, the workers are super nice, Minnie (the cat) is adorable, I recommend it.

Un petit paradis, le logement est dans le style d’une maison de vacances. Nous étions au courant pour les insectes, mais je crois que des filets au dessus des lits pourrait être une bonne option. La pression de l’eau est très basse et des fois il n’y a plus d’eau, mais c’est un enjeu courant sur l’île. En bref, super séjour, les travailleurs sont super gentils, Minnie (le chat) est adorable, je recommande.

Our stay was simply amazing!! The place is quiet, beautiful, very well maintained and surrounded by a flower garden and tree with an amazing view of the lake! A unique place, a real little paradise! 
What really charmed us was the communication with the hosts! Amazing, fast and clear service. Always there to offer us advice/answer our questions whether it's about accommodation or activities to do on ometepe. They offered us incredible help to organize our trips (and greatly simplified the management of all this) 

I highly recommend staying there and we will definitely return on our next trip to Nicaragua! 

Thank you 🌺🌊✨🌞🌿

Notre séjour à été tout simplement incroyable !! Le lieu est calme, magnifique, très bien entretenu et entouré d’un jardin de fleurs et arbre avec une vue incroyable sur le lac ! Un lieu unique , un vrai petit paradis ! Ce qui nous a vraiment charmé est la communication avec les hôtes! Un service incroyable , rapide et clair. Toujours là pour nous offrir conseils / répondre à nos questions que ce soit concernant l’hébergement ou les activités à faire sur ometepe. Elles nous ont offert une aide incroyable pour organiser nos déplacements ( et grandement simplifiés la gestion de tout ça ) Je recommande fortement d’y séjourner et c’est sans aucun doute que nous y retournerons à notre prochain voyage au Nicaragua ! Gracias 🌺🌊✨🌞🌿

Casa Lora is a peaceful place with stunning views of the lake. The outdoor pool is simply beautiful. It is important to be advised that there are MANY insects both outside and inside the house. Take the necessary precautions. The lack of AC upstairs is nice and well indicated in the ad, but it's good to know it's VERY hot at night. We still had a lovely stay at the house.

La casa Lora est un endroit paisible avec une vue imprenable sur le lac. La piscine extérieure est simplement magnifique. Il est important d’aviser que il est important d’être être avisé qu’il y a de NOMBREUX insecte tant à l’extérieur qu’à l’intérieur de la maison. Prendre les précautions nécessaires. Le manque d’AC a l’étage est belle et bien indiqué dans l’annonce, mais il est bien de savoir qu’il fait TRÈS chaud la nuit. Nous avons tout de même passé un très beau séjour dans la maison.

Great location, and very friendly owner !

Geweldige locatie, en heel vriendelijke eigenaar !

We had a wonderful 3-day stay! The Airbnb is super cute, clean, and has a pool with a spectacular view that we couldn't get enough of. The location is peaceful and beautiful. Special shoutout to the resident kitty! 🐈 She is the sweetest little "manager" who greeted us and made the house feel like a home. We left food for her, I hope the host feed her well because we couldn’t find her food in the house.

Beautiful house and the gardens around are out of this world. The pool makes it so worthwile!!

So grateful we got to stay at Sally’s gorgeous home. Sally went above and beyond to help us feel at home. She helped us coordinate our transportation around town. Her home is absolutely gorgeous. I enjoyed how we were so close to many hot spots while also being far enough to be secluded in nature. Her staff at the lodge was very attentive and kind. The pool and AC were a cherry on top! It was a magical experience. I highly recommend. Thank you, Sally.

Beautiful house with great pool on Ometepe.

Schönes Haus mit super Pool auf Ometepe.

An amazing place. The garden and house are full of fruit and animals. We saw parrots, monkeys, and hummingbirds. A great pool. The local caretakers are wonderful. I'll be back!! My tips: 1. Rent a quad bike! Scooters are dangerous on the road. There are places on the road where you'll end up badly. Believe me. The sight of a girl covered in blood and the prospect of no help quickly. Hardcore. 2. Rain and storms on the island cut off the power. A bottle of rum and stories from school? A good idea. 3. Feed the cat. 4. Feed the cat? What did I forget? aaanakaram, feed the cat.

Excellent choice Beautiful house with a view

The property is pristine, beautiful pool, well maintained. Would highly recommend staying here if visiting Ometepe. A little further away from a lot of things, but the host helped with ATV rentals, and taxis as well. Overall amazing experience and will be going back.

Incredible stay with the kids, we'll definitely go back. Thank you Sally!

Incroyable séjour avec les enfants, nous y retournerons certainement. Merci Sally !

I would Highly recommend Casa Lora it was beautiful.. well kept for a country with limited resources, clean sheets .clean house  with Ac in one of the bedrooms .. million dollar view for a couple of hundreds. I would recommend to stay in ometepe island at least 3 days at casa Lora

We LOVED our stay! The pool overlooking the lake was so relaxing. As soon as we walked in we could hear howler monkeys. We spotted over ten monkeys in the tree right beside the pool. In the evening we wandered the property and found a tarantula, our son thought it was the best thing he’s ever seen. We did end up with a scorpion in the kitchen (just scooped it and put it outside) - we expect these sorts of things given the location so just prepare yourself because you’re in the jungle! This was my favourite stay in Nicaragua.

We loved this place .We enjoyed the pool and the beautiful surroundings with trees,Flowers , tons of butterflies monkeys and birds . The house was nice, clean   and cozy for us. We will definitely come back another time . If you have kids  this will be the place for them because  I think our kids loved it more than we did . I can’t forget the cat 😍😍 he was sweet and friendly .  I was a little scared of the reviews because of the bugs but I didn’t think it was out of the ordinary. It’s like any other beautiful tropical place “there will be mosquitoes and bugs lol ” just bring your bugs spray and you will be fine .

Our stay was peaceful. The hosts were very responsive. The caretakers were kind. There are a lot of insects and animals because it is a biosphere reserve.   We saw many beautiful butterflies. It was difficult when the power went out because the A/C, water pump, pool pump, and other items all depend on electricity. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

The stay was comfortable and just as described in the listing. The place was clean, conveniently located, and the host was attentive at all times Ideal to rest and enjoy with peace of mind. Thank you for the hospitality!

La estadía fue cómoda y tal como se describe en el anuncio. El lugar estaba limpio, bien ubicado y el anfitrión fue atento en todo momento Ideal para descansar y disfrutar con tranquilidad. ¡Gracias por la hospitalidad!

Best way to describe this place is rustic. The outside of the Airbnb is beautiful, we saw lots of monkeys on their jungle property! If you are a person that struggles with insects, I wouldn’t recommend this stay - the reviews on the bugs were accurate (but we were prepared for that). Unfortunately, we didn’t arrive to a clean place - however Rachael did a great job to make things right for us, she had the cleaner back to make the place up to standard. Inside, the A/C worked well in the main bedroom. The upstairs bedroom was hot even with the fan and screen open at night. The pool was quite warm and was cleaned the second day of our stay. Rachael was a very kind and responsive host - overall we enjoyed our quick trip to Ometepe!

It’s a beautiful quiet area and being surrounded by nature is my idea of relaxing. Loved it.

This place is absolute magic! Waking up with sun on the lake with the nature was such a treat!

Great place, easy to find. The house is well equipped and the pool and gardens are beautiful. We even saw more monkeys from the class. Yes, there are insesults, but it didn't bother us to enjoy the place. Communication with Sally was easy.

Super bel endroit, facile à trouver. La maison est bien équipé et la piscine et le jardins sont magnifiques. Nous avons même plus observé des singes à partir de la cours. Oui il y a des insesctes, mais ça ne nous a pas êmpecher de profiter de l'endroit. La communication avec Sally était facile.

Great stay, beautiful villa with a pool perfect for cooling off!

Super séjour, belle villa avec une piscine parfaite pour se rafraîchir!

Fabulous first impressions when you walk through the beautiful garden and see the infinity pool which overlooks the lake. The outside area is stunning and we enjoyed watching all the birds and listening to the monkeys. The pool was maintained daily and was very clean: we used this a lot. We also had a cleaning lady but had the option not to have her for added privacy. The inside was spacious with lots of sitting area and the kitchen had all that you needed. The air on in the downstairs bedroom was very welcomed and the upstairs bedroom had a breeze. It’s not a long walk to a selection of restaurants. We hired scooters for a couple of days to explore the island. Would recommend this property, particularly for its garden and pool and the opportunity to relax and enjoy the outside environment.

The place was great! Beautiful views of lake Nicaragua with private access. The house was clean when we arrived and was well suited to house the 4 of us. We rented mopeds from down the road as the house is in a private area but it was very easy to get around that way. Pool was amazing and the cat was very friendly. There were definitely some  bugs but it was no bother to us, you should expect that in the location we were staying in everywhere will have them. Would definitely stay there again, amazing place!

Sally's place was beautiful, had everything you could need for your stay, and includes an extra cute visitor - Mimi, the cat! Sally was responsive and attentive. 10/10 accommodation for Ometepe.

Thank You hope you can visit again! Safe Travels💕

Sally's house is very well-located. It has a lovely pool in a beautiful, well-maintained garden overlooking the lake We had a pleasant stay and Sally was very pleasant and accommodating on schedules.

La maison de sally est très bien située. Elle dispose d’une jolie piscine dans un beau jardin bien entretenu qui donne sur le lac Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable et Sally a été très agréable et accommodante sur les horaires.

Peaceful, beautiful, relaxing and private. House was just like the photos. Felt like a mini home. Pool was cool but was cooler we saw monkeys! 🐒 Host Rachel and her husband, responded very quickly to any question we had and had very chill energy. Will return.

We had a great stay.  The home was situated in a quiet location with awesome views of the lake.

It lacks conditions it has no tightness for the amount of insects and animals in the area because even though it has cedazos they get into the top of the ceiling because it has no ceiling, so it has many aspects to improve.

Le falta condiciones no tiene hermetismo para la cantidad de insectos y animales que hay en la zona porque aunque tenga cedazos se meten por la parte de arriba del techo porque no tiene cielo raso, así que tiene muchos aspectos que mejorar.

Sally’s place was great! We spent couple of nights here. Plenty of chance to dive into the pool and get around the island. Bugs are around which is normal so make sure you bring repellent. House might be hot during the day so make sure you plan for tours. Kitchen was fully equipped and internet worked great. House is far from Moyogalpa port but close to Playa Mango (our favorite) and Ojo de Agua súper close. Bring your own water. We forgot to bring some. Overall a good experience.

Casa Lora is a beautiful lake house with an incredible view! The kitchen was extremely well equipped and we were able to cook some really wonderful food there. The pool was pristine and the gardens very well kept. The house had everything we needed for our stay including lots of towels and bedding. The cat was very friendly and a nice bonus for cat lovers! The hosts were extremely quick to respond when we had questions about the stove and they helped us with everything we needed. Thanks for a great stay!

Rachel was able to answer all our questions she made our stay easy she was always available for our questions. The pool was beautiful and well appointed for young children ❤️ We would recommend this place without hesitation .

Rachel a sue répondre à toute nos question elle a rendu notre séjour facile elle était toujours disponible pour nos questions. La piscine était magnifique et bien aménagé pour de jeune enfants ❤️ Nous vous recommandons cette endroit sans hésitation .

Really nice looking place, the garden and backyard are incredible, well located and very private. The house cat is very friendly. The host is very responsive. You should be not afraid of bugs though! I would recommend !

Thanks for a such a beautiful stay in your house!

Had a lovely stay here with a new group of friends that met travelling Nicaragua. The house had everything we needed and was a welcome break from hostels! ONLY thing is don’t leave any food out or the ants will take over!!

Ometepe is magical and Sally’s place was the perfect place to call home during our 3 night stay, really felt at one with nature here. The House is ample, great WIFI, easy to find both during the day and night and on a well maintained road. The pool was a great way to start the day too. I read some reviews with guests complaining about insects and it’s hilarious to me that anyone would think ANY part of Ometepe is completely insect free. This location and airbnb aren’t for folks who fear nature or its inhabitants. This is for folks who want the opposite. So if you like hearing exotic birds chirping as they fly over, or are mesmerized by endless amounts of butterflies flying about, or get excited at the thought of hearing howler monkeys and seeing rolling thunder over the lake as you fall asleep with the balcony wide open - then this is the place for you. Will definitely be back and would highly recommend you book this place.

Pros: Swimming pool is wonderful with lightning bugs at night. Property is beautiful. Cons: On arrival there was an excessive. unliveable amount of insects everywhere including a bed covered in dead bugs. By night the place literally felt like a horror movie. All beds/couches were covered and you couldn’t walk around without walking through swarms. We left and paid to slept at a hostel. In the morning we kindly messaged the hosts about the issue and the daughter text the hostel we were at and arrived unannounced at the house when we returned for things. She was aggressive, screaming and calling us liars when I explained the hostel down the road didn’t have the issue and asked that she inspect the screens. We stayed really calm and after 20 minutes of her yelling we finally convinced her to calm down. There was no way we could cook or sleep there so we left. We ended up staying at 2 additional places on the island and nowhere had anything close to the level of insects as here

Casa Lora is a little gem! our family of 5 (3 kids, ages 12, 10, and 6) loved it! A little bit out of town so a car, ATV, scooter would be necessary.  It's quiet, the view and pool are amazing! Minnie, the resident cat, will be around but for us it was an added bonus. The kitchen is well stocked, best out of all our Airbnb's in Nica. Internet worked great, AC in the bedroom downstairs, spacious layout inside and out. Pool caretakers were there to get the pool ready every morning for the day. Rachel is very responsive with any issue you have and even helped get us ferry reservations for our ride over. The island of Ometepe is extraordinary! We wish we had scheduled more time there during our trip. So bugs, there are going to be lots of bugs but that is just how it is. We all agreed dealing with the bugs was worth the experience of the island. Also, Rachel runs Pan de Mama bakery in Santa Cruz so stop in and get some treats! We loved the chocolate cupcakes, lattes, and bread!

Wow so much to say.  First depending on your expectations you may need to adjust them.  The island of Ometepe is magical and resources to stay are limited. My stay on Ometepe was one of the best experiences I have had in my life and if I was afraid to go because of insects I would not have had this experience.  Insects on Ometepe housing is not easy to get away from. I was not used to this but the place was charming g and the pool in front of the lake breathtaking. The location is perfect, so close to micro culture community yes isolated and quiet. Rachael the owners daughter in law is the best resource. She takes care of absolutely any problem you have and gives you the best advice while on the island. I am Noe back in Houston living my luxurious city life and I love to be back in Ometepe with the people and with Rachael.  Get over the bugs and enjoy the magic that Ometepe has to offer.

The whole island is a "glamping" island given that its a nature reserve.  However, Sally's place provided additional comforts that made the stay better.  The pool is beautiful and a great layout/design.  The lake was only a few steps away which was fun to play in as well (no sandy beach, but not needed with the pool).  The house had AC in the master bedroom which was amazing!  The rest of the house was fine but just remember to clean up really well after you eat otherwise bugs will appear.  Oh, the fridge and WIFI worked great!  The house cat is harmless and cute, but clingy at night.

very nice accommodation. would recomend everytime for visiting Ometepe for a few days !

I stayed here in February of 2024. The place is in a great location if you're looking g for privacy. I would recommend having a way to get around like a scooter, car, or atv as it is a bit of a walk to any stores. The pool was a fantastic way to cool off in the afternoons. From the driveway, you have a fantastic view of Maderas Volcano. Absolutely lightning fast replies from the host and co-hosts. There is a wonderful cat that is super friendly that hangs around. It's a nice addition! Some of the reviews refer to insects at the place. There are some around as the place is surrounded by very well maintained gardens and is tucked into the forest on a volcanic island in Central America... insects are to be expected. It's definitely not a deal breaker. There is a maintenance that stops by once a day and takes care of the gardens and pool. He does an excellent job. The pool is clean and very inviting. Overall, a great bang for your buck! Go check it out.

Enchanting place! Wifi is inconsistent, but in a place like this, you can do without it very well! The pool is great and the living area is spacious. A little expensive for Ometepe, but very charming, everything!

Lieu enchanteur! Wifi inconstant, mais dans un endroit comme celui-ci, on peut s’en passer très bien! La piscine est géniale et l’aire de vie est spacieuse. Un peu cher pour Ometepe, mais très charmant somme toute!

Hi Sara! Thanks for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay on Ometepe. We're sorry there were problems with the wifi while you were there. We do provide a battery backup to help with the intermittent power outages but during that time there was an island-wide outage with our fiber-optic provider. While these things are relatively uncommon, unfortunately, they do still occur. I'm glad everything else went smoothly for you and we hope if you visit Ometepe again you stay with us.

We paid very much for what it was ($468 Canadian for 2 nights) we were just 2 people, at this price we were looking better, the apartment IS FILLED WITH interest. Arraignés (in the shower)a thousand legs , wasps , ants. In the end, there was no SMART TV, so in the evening we had nothing to do and we don't like to go to the bars. I had a hard time communicating with the host about it, they never told us about it. There are workers working on the ground very early and stay all day so lack of privacy. The pool is very nice,the cat too. Luck what was the 🐈 The quatier is really good! Plins of small restaurants around

Nous avons payer tres chere pour ce que c'était (468$ canadien pour 2 nuit) nous etions juste 2 personnes, a ce prix nous nous attentions a mieux, lappartement EST REMPLI D'INSECTE. Arraignés (dans la douche)mille pattes , guèpes , fourmis. Finalement il ny avais pas de television SMART TV donc le soir nous navions rien a faire et nous n'aimons pas aller dans les bars. Jai eu du mal a communiquer avec l'hote a ce sujet, ils ne nous on jamais repondu pour nous dédomager a ce sujet. Il y a des travailleurs qui travail sur le terrain tres tot et restent toute la journee donc manque d'intimité. La piscine est tres nice,le chat aussi. Une chance quelle était la 🐈 Le quatier est vraiment bien! Plins de petits resto autour

Hi Carolane- Thank you so much for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your time on Ometepe. We're so sorry the SmartTV was broken during your stay. That lovely cat broke the screen and we removed it hours before your arrival. Because of the New Years holiday it took us longer than expected to replace the TV but it was replaced right after you left. Regarding the insects-- Ometepe is a UNESCO Bio-reserve, you will find we have a wide diversity of animals like monkeys and birds but unfortunately that also includes a multitude of insects. The entire house is screened in and we provide spray but sometimes they do find a way inside. We do maintain staff on the property to help with any concerns that you may have and keep the pool looking fresh but we are always happy to provide privacy if you request it. We hope to see you again on Ometepe.

Sally’s place is in a great location, close to many great attractions. It is very quiet and you have full privacy. There is a beautiful pool that we didn’t use as we were busy during the days and returned after dark, and a private entrance to the lake. Really beautiful and well maintained surrounding. The cat is so friendly- the kids will miss her. One thing to note - it’s in the jungle and although there are nets in the windows, the house is full of bugs, ants, spiders, flies of many kinds, and even one Tarantula that jumped from the kitchen cabinet. The bugs are everywhere- live or dead so the feeling is not very clean. Every time we used the kitchen sink we were bitten by the ants. We did everything possible to keep the sink clean and empty but the ants are just there, waiting and jumping to work with every dish we left there for a few seconds. So - it’s recommended to whoever feels comfortable with the jungle creatures.

Hi Alon & Adi- I’m sorry you found the insects on Ometepe problematic. Ometepe is a UNESCO bio-reserve, which means we have lots of diverse wildlife like monkey and parrots but unfortunately does include many ants, spiders, flies and other annoying critters. The house is screened to prevent unwanted visitors but sometimes insects just get in.

Serene jungle luxury is one way to describe our incredible weekend at Casa Lora! The pool is phenomenal with an awesome shallow space to just chill in the sun (or would be perfect for kids), as dozens of butterflies danced around the garden. At night, we swam under the moon, followed by THE best hot shower in the gorgeous bathroom space. I loved Sally & Rachael's attention to detail, from the gorgeous artisinal dishware to the soft cosy blanket that was so perfect to have around on a rainy night. Minnie the cat is so sweet, made us feel right at home & honestly we did not want to leave. Highly recommend this getaway spot for couples or families alike!

I had an amazing stay at beautiful Casa Lora. Check-in was super easy and Sally was really responsive and helpful. The surroundings are incredibly peaceful with stunning flowers and lots of butterflies. I watched the sky turn pink over the lake whilst swimming in the pool, and listening to the sound of the water lapping up against the shore. Incredibly peaceful and serene. Super quick wifi too if that's your thing! I was working remotely with a large company server, so this was really important for me. Would love to go back! Definitely recommend :)

What a magical romantic evening I had with my partner . We thoroughly enjoyed relaxing in the amazing pool for hours on and off that has bench’s inside to sit and watch the nature and lake around us . We enjoyed having a start of the kitchen with everything we needed ! Star gazing at night was phenomenal floating in the pool . This house is really large and has a gorgeous upstairs patio with an epic view of the lake and property. We sleep like baby’s having fans on us in the most comfy bed <3 ! We woke up feeling like we were in a dream walking out onto the patio to go for a swim. We were surrounded by monkeys all around with birds, butterflies and a ton of fish jumping as the sun rose on the lake in front of us . This by far was one of the most special places we have stayed and were able to completely forget about everything else going on around . Super peaceful and we highly recommend this place for a romantic get away or even a group.Many thanks to the host for such a relaxing time

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