The Space

Revitalize in the peaceful serenity of the surrounding forest on the slopes of the Maderas volcano on Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua. Relax in modern comfort with high-speed ceiling fans, hot water showers, Wi-Fi, private balconies, and incredible panoramic views of the volcano and lake.

Walk just 10 minutes to the Maderas volcano trail entrance or 15 minutes to the center of the town of Balgüe. This space is ideal for romance, digital nomads, groups of adventurers, and families.

The Jackfruit House is part of Selvista Guesthouses, a "barefoot luxury" collection of jungle guesthouses on Isla de Ometepe. The island is a lush and tropically forested UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the middle of Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America.

The house offers a comfortable and private lodging experience with direct access to the surrounding tropical forest and organic permaculture farm.

Features

• Second Floor:

  • Luxurious queen bed with mosquito net
  • Laptop-friendly desk with chair
  • Natural water filter
  • High-speed ceiling fans
  • Hooks and hangers
  • Hot water shower
  • Double sink with large mirrors
  • Modern flush toilet
  • Private balcony

• Third Floor:

  • Futon
  • Book selection
  • Speaker
  • Playing cards
  • Board games
  • Yoga mats
  • Hammock chairs
  • Private balcony
  • Stunning panoramic views of the volcano and lake

Your stay also includes:

• Secure Wi-Fi
• Daily housekeeping
• Farm-fresh breakfast
• Free parking (4x4 vehicle or equivalent required)
• Full access to the open-air kitchen
• Full access to in-season farm fruits and organic greens garden
• A free tour of the farm property

Additional Space Options

If you need more space, check out the two other listings on the same property:

• Luxury Suite with Volcano View - Jungle House
• Luxury Treehouse with Volcano View - Mango House

Or consider these smaller, budget-friendly options on the same property:

• Comfortable Suite with Forest Views - Jungle House
• Organic Permaculture Homestead

Guest Access

Guests have exclusive access to the entire second and third floors of the house, as well as full access to the jungle/farm property and the open-air kitchen where breakfast is served. You are welcome to prepare your own meals in the kitchen, which is shared with three other guesthouses on the property but is used infrequently.

Breakfast is included with your stay and is offered from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Guests are served organic island coffee, herbal tea from the gardens, and farm-fresh breakfast foods prepared by a friendly local cook.

Guests are invited to take a free tour with the local site manager of the 1-hectare (2.5-acre) guesthouse property, which includes farm animals, tropical fruits, organic gardens, and examples of sustainability and self-sufficiency in the jungle.

Other Things to Note

The farm is home to three friendly and well-behaved dogs: Vago, Osa, and Navi. They provide company and security 24/7. The dogs are always around the property but do not enter the house. They enjoy being petted, but this is optional.

The entire property is a lush tropical forest, abundant with plant and animal life. Guests may often encounter small, shy jungle animals around the property, including birds, butterflies, bees, monkeys, frogs, toads, spiders, and small bats. Sometimes these creatures may take shelter inside as well.

In keeping with our vision, we try to use natural remedies to manage them, which we are happy to share with you upon your arrival. None of these species are aggressive, toxic to humans, or otherwise dangerous. There is only one venomous animal on the whole island, the coral snake, which is timid and rarely seen. These creatures contribute to the natural beauty and diversity that make Ometepe a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.