Karina

Great stay. Nothing bad to say about the place. Loved it was on a gated community.

This is an amazing place to stay in Rancho Santana. Its steps away from amenities and beach. Karina is a great host. We had a travel hiccup right before we stepped on the plane. She was able to get the info we needed while we were flying. Once on the ground I immediately received her updated message which made the rest of the journey stress feee. She’s a great resource. We will definitely be back. Thanks Karina!!!

Great host! Would highly recommend!

Great location within Rancho and fantastic communication from Karina! Would love to come back again!

The place was excellent, with all the necessary amenities. The check-in process was super easy, and we had a fabulous time!

Amazing place, and the house is perfect. Thank you, Karina, for your help and hospitality!

Our unit at Rancho Santana was wonderfully appointed and a great location. Close to the pool for family fun time and the beach was just 5 minutes away. Karina was EXTREMELY helpful and I don’t think I found a problem or request that she didn’t have an answer for. We would go back in a heartbeat, fantastic escape if you need a family friendly spot in Nicaragua.

Enjoyed our stay. Nice modern and clean villa with an excellent location. Responsive manager.

Great condo with close proximity to the pool, ocean view, breezy and comfortable decor and furnishings. Bed was extremely comfortable. The true highlight of our stay was our host concierge, Karina. She was always responsive, so thorough and thoughtful with her local recommendations and instructions. We would absolutely stay here again and hope to be able to work with Karina again.

Karina's place is a wonderful spot for a relaxing getaway. The house is spacious, the pool offers a great respite from the sun, and it is truly a stone's throw to the beach. The location is ideal for those seeking privacy and quiet, but also within close driving distance to Popoyo and Santana's beaches and food and drink spots. You can also easily walk from the house on the beach or road to a handful of Guasacate bars and restaurants (20+ minutes on foot). Karina was very helpful in arranging transportation and getting supplies we asked for. Communication was clear and attentive throughout. Hope to be back one day soon!

Impeccable accommodation. Very responsive host, we had a problem with the plumbing during our stay and everything was settled very quickly and efficiently. I will return without hesitation!

If I could give this place 6 stars I would! Beautiful home, great location and kind host. I highly recommend staying here. The neighborhood felt very safe. Many great restaurants a short walk away.

Karina was a wonderful host! The home is well maintained and taken care of. Beautiful location great for disconnecting from the every day hustle and to pass the time with family. Great scenic view of the ocean, sound of the waves is so relaxing. The private and gated community made our stay so much more relaxing. The home had everything we needed and was great stocked by the host with all that you may need. The host provided options and information on the local restaurants and areas and things you can do. Perfect beach views from 2nd floor balcony and pool. Definitely love to come back. I can go on and rave about the home. But it is truly, a needed booking to experience. Thank you again for the lovely memories!

We had a great stay. The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Would definitely stay again.

A beautiful house, beachfront in a beautiful location

We love everything highly recommended

Great location! Rancho Santana is so beautiful!

Our stay at this beachfront rental was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The location couldn’t be better—just steps from a quiet, clean beach with soft sand and gentle waves. The neighborhood felt incredibly safe and peaceful, which made our trip even more relaxing. We loved taking evening walks along the shore and watching the sunset from the private deck. The home itself was spotless, secure, and clearly well-cared for. The smart lock entry gave us peace of mind, and we appreciated the motion lights and gated access. Inside, the décor was airy and coastal-chic, with plenty of space for our family of four. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals, and the beach towels was a thoughtful bonus. Communication with the host was easy and professional—she checked in with us and shared local tips that made our stay even more enjoyable. We felt truly at home, and most importantly, completely safe and comfortable the entire time.

I loved the stay, clean and very cozy place. I loved the view and the host was very clear and friendly. I'll be back soon. Great location, everything is nearby.

We had a wonderful experience would highly recommend!!

A lovely updated condo. Walkable to restaurants, beaches and other ranch amenities. Karina was easy to communicate with. Rancho Santana is a favorite destination. We look forward to returning soon. We would not hesitate to stay at Karina’s condo again.

An incredible house by the sea with all the necessary conditions to have the best weekend. a quiet place with excellent security. I would come back a thousand times more. Thank you for all the information and being aware Karina. EXCELLENT 10 of 10

We had a pleasant stay. The house is waterfront, very functional and easy to access. It finds comfort and relaxation. The recommended restaurants and businesses are very good too. We will come back without hesitation.

Karina’s place is a great place to get away. We’ve been there multiple times and love it. Steps from the beach. The beach is amazing here. Close to restaurants and surfing if that’s what you like. The house is well stocked and clean. Karina communicates well and responds quickly. Would recommend Karina’s place.

We had a fantastic stay at the Casita! Its location was perfect—just a short walk to everything at the Ranch—while still feeling private and secluded despite nearby homes. The space was very clean and organized. Karina, our primary contact, was exceptionally responsive and helpful. She went above and beyond, assisting us with everything from answering questions to helping us coordinate transportation to and from the airport. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Hope to be back soon .

We had an amazing stay at Karina’s unit. She was extremely responsive and kind. Rancho is a special place - tons to do and beautiful every where you look. This is a great spot!

The house is very nice, very clean, very friendly Karina and we really enjoyed being there, we really liked the place, the tranquility and the safety of the place.

Great accommodations and so close to everything.

We’ve stayed in another of Karina’s property’s before. She is speedy with her responses. If there is an issue she gets it taken care of in a timely manner. This property was everything we hoped it would be.

Incredible stay in Guasacaste at Casa Carolina! WOW is all I can say after seeing perfect barrels right out front as we opened the door to the house. What an incredible stay and spot- 10 / 10 experience!

We loved the house , it's right on the beach. walkable to almost any bar/restaurant around. thank you Karina for everything.

Perfect stay, well organized and great communication from host. Thanx!

Excellent place, very large house and comfortable, full equipped and with a good location.

An awesome Casita in an incredible resort. Rancho Santana is truly a tropical paradise.

Great spot to stay

We Head a Great Time at Rancho Santana. It’s a magical place. The house has a very good location as it’s close to the pool and restaurant. You have enough space and the kitchen has lots to offer. The bathroom needs a bit of a renovation but everything was clean and tidy. We would definitely recommend it.

Thank you for having us! Top location, beautiful house - we loved our stay!

Our stay was wonderful. The house is perfectly located just steps from the sea and gorgeous beach, but there is a refreshing private pool that our family also enjoyed. The kitchen has everything you need for cooking your own meals, but we also visited a local pizza place and cafe. The beds are comfortable and we slept well. Perfect place for a family vacation.

Lugar espectacular !!

Beautiful house with gorgeous view

Perfect location. Lovely place

The house is as described in the listing, and even better. The location is extremely peaceful and safe, just a few steps from the beach. The whole house was very clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing family time. The host was very responsive and accommodating. Will be definitely coming back!

O>M>G about sums up this listing. The house was perfect. The management team 5 stars plus. They seemed to have staff and a team of people that took care of everything. We booked a private meal and was so delicious. I would recommend picking up some groceries if your going to cook at a larger town before you get there. There are many great restaurants in the area also. She will give you a detailed list before you arrive and when they are open. The pizza place will deliver and has amazing pizza. Driving to the house seems a little remote but that's what makes this place great. We searched on maps and found about anything you would want in the area. Even an ice cream shop. Great place for rest and relaxing just to enjoy the ocean and warmth. The WIFI and even Verizon cellular service worked great. I worked remote for a day or two and had no problems. We will defiantly be back to unwind in this hidden gem.

This house was amazing. It had absolutely everything you need for a comfortable stay. We loved walking to the tide pools at low tide, it's must see. We had our own viechle so we could explore other beaches and restaurants

Great place to stay, it was our favourite while travelling Nicaragua. Cannot beat this location

Karina was awesome to say the least. She always responded to any questions we had quickly and had so much insight on things to do and places to eat. The house was nice and comfortable for our family and came equipped with pretty much everything we needed. I can’t wait for our next trip back. We will definitely be booking with Karina again.

We 6 friends stayed here a couple nights, but wished it were longer. The house was located on a quiet street, just one house down from the beach. Nobody behind us, so the pool and patio were quite private. The beds were on the firm side for some of us, but the rooms were clean and the air conditioning in the bedrooms was cold. There were plenty of towels, some games, and we liked the spigot in front of the house to wash off our feet before entering the house. The hostess Karina was great; she was responsive when there was an issue, and they were quick to fix the hammock chair whose rope need replacing. We hope to rent again when we return! If with more people, I think the house next door is also for rent.

great location - love the Santana resort - very relaxing place

Karina, and her staff, were excellent. The casita is in a very special spot. Rancho Santano is an exceptional place. I can’t say more other than visit it yourself and find out how great it is. We will be back.

The casita was gorgeous. Super close to the clubhouse. Thought I was going to need an outlet exchanger but no need to bring one if you are coming from the US. The host was great and answered any questions that I had before hand. The check in and check out process was easy as can be.

Great space, great views, couldn’t ask for anything better !

Review of the house: We spent a week at Ola Popoyo in March 2018. Our group consisted of 7 adults & 3 kids. The house was the perfect size & layout. Each family had their own area - it was big enough that we didn’t feel like we were stepping all over each other. The house staff (housekeeper & grounds guy) were excellent. They were there every day except Sunday. They don’t speak any English, but, we managed to communicate a bit using Google Translate. For anything we needed help translating, we simply emailed Todd at the property management group who passed the message along. The whole team at the property management group were great. After some initial emailing issues with Karina, things were sorted out. Dwight stopped by our first day and then every day/every other day. He was great – friendly, remembered our names and helped us book tours and arrange a car. The house itself is in a gated community with security guards. So, we felt pretty safe. It probably is the nicest house along the beach. It’s about a 30 min walk along the road into “town”. The town is really small, with just 2 little food markets, a surf shop, and a handful of restaurants/places to stay. An important note, the pool is small – it’s a plunge pool. While the adults did enjoy lounging in the chairs in the super shallow end (mid calf depth), it wasn’t really big enough for the kids to jump around in. Overall, if you want peace & quiet, this place is ideal. Otherwise, try the San Juan Del Sur area. FYI - The A/C in the bedrooms is included, but, it costs extra to use the A/C in the living room ($25/day). - The housekeeper has the only key to the laundry room & will do laundry. The first load is included, but, any additional loads cost $5 each. - Almost every day, we ended up going to Hotel Popoyo (~ 5mins walk down the road). If you spend 300 cordobas at the restaurant, they’ll let you use their amazing pool. - We did the zip line tour in San Juan del Sur with Da Flying Frog Adventures. Our driver stopped for coffee so we could get a caffeine boost after getting up early for the drive down (~1.5 hrs). I definitely recommend doing it in the morning....it was pretty hot at even 9am. Despite the heat, the zip lining was awesome. It was a great view at the top and the guys working there were professional and we felt safe. - We expected the drive from Managua to take about 2.5 hours, but, it took us about 3.5 hours (not including the stop we made for groceries). The last half hour was on unpaved roads, which was rough for some of us. We decided to fly out of the nearby airport on departure. We chartered a plane that flew us near the active volcano. - We signed...