The Space

• Property Type: Beachfront House
• Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 4 Bedrooms / 3.5 Bathrooms
• Occupancy: Up to 8 guests
• Distance to Beach: Beachfront
• Surf Breaks: Colorado, Panga Drops, Los Perros

Please note that the base rate for this home is for up to 4 people. There is a $50 per night fee for each additional guest, up to a maximum of 8 people.

The villa features:

• Two ample ocean-side covered patios for sunset enjoyment.
• A second-floor sun deck for morning coffee.
• One of the coast's largest residential swimming pools.

The design of the Fort Walker home is a fresh, clean, and updated twist on traditional colonial architecture, featuring:

• Locally sourced flagstone
• Colorful stamped tile
• Handcrafted ironwork
• Unique artwork
• Tropical hardwood furniture

The house includes:

• A ground floor master suite with a king bed and beachside patio access.
• Three additional bedrooms with twin beds that can be converted to king beds upon request.
• All bedrooms have air conditioning, bathrooms, ocean views, and sliding door access to ocean-side patios.
• A second master suite on the second floor.

The living room features:

• Vaulted ceilings
• Ample couch seating
• A 60-inch flat-screen TV with premium sports, network, and movie content
• 20 feet of accordion-style bi-fold doors for seamless indoor-outdoor living

The upper and lower patios are furnished with:

• Chaise lounges
• Rockers
• Coffee tables
• Hammocks

The living, dining, and kitchen areas are designed in a modern open floor concept, promoting togetherness. A propane-fueled generator provides backup electricity in case of outages. While the community is secure and house staff are trustworthy, a large safe is available for added peace of mind. Housekeeping staff will handle laundry, as they are the only ones with access to the washer and dryer in the house. This service is included with your stay.

This listing is for renting the house only, without the guest studio. If you choose not to rent the guest cottage, it is available for another group, who will have access to the beach through the pathway on the side of the house. Please note that while this property can accommodate larger groups of up to 10 people, gatherings of more than 20 people in the house, pool, or patio area are not allowed. The septic system and house are not set up for large groups. If a gathering of more than 20 people occurs during your stay, guests will be fined $500.

Location

This home is located within the Hacienda Iguana development, known for its world-class surf breaks. There are four surf breaks within walking distance:

• Playa Colorado
• Panga Drops
• Los Perros
• Playa Amarillo (walkable at low tide)

Additionally, there is a beautiful 9-hole golf course that is well-designed, beautifully maintained, and affordable for guests.

Activities

We can arrange airport transfers and a variety of tours, activities, and excursions for you before or during your stay, including:

• Private and group yoga classes
• Surf lessons and guided surf trips
• Boat and fishing charters
• Massage and spa treatments
• Hot springs
• Horseback riding
• Local community tours

Food Supplies

The best place to get groceries is La Colonia in Rivas, located 100 meters south of the turn-off for Tola on the right (west) side of the street. While in Rivas, it is advisable to fill up on fuel as these are the closest gas stations to your location. We highly recommend stocking up on groceries for your entire stay. Alternatively, inquire about our meal plan or full-service catering option.

Eating Out

There are several great food options within the Hacienda Iguana development:

• Pili's Kitchen: The only beachfront option at the Beach Club, offering fresh foods, juices, smoothies, and a full bar.
• The Salty Koala: Located in La Joya next to the Eco Casitas, serving Asian cuisine and craft cocktails.
• Casa Ananas: Offers authentic Italian cuisine, pizza, and daily international specials.
• Downtown Iguana: Serves seafood and authentic Nicaraguan cuisine at a fair price.
• Scoops and Spokes: Known for homemade ice cream, good coffee, baked goods, paninis, and fresh juices.
• Iguana Brewery: Offers sports bar fare and local craft beer.

Other notable restaurants in the area include:

• Gigante (El Pozo, Juntos, and Giant’s Foot Surf Camp for Burger Night every Monday)
• Rancho Santana (The Club House, La Boquita tapas restaurant, and La Taquería)
• Limón 1 (Avila’s taquería)
• Limón 2 (La Calabria brick oven pizza)
• Jiquelite-Playa Santana (Malibu Popoyo, Buena Onda, Costa Oeste, Aloha Bungalows)
• Popoyo (Mag Rock, Café con Leche)
• Las Salinas (Todo con Amor restaurant)
• Guasacate (Finca Wayuu, Dutchy's Deli, Viento Este)

Shopping

The NSR Surf Shop, located inside the Hacienda Iguana development, offers:

• Souvenirs
• Surf accessories
• Clothing
• Beach towels
• Flip flops
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Swimsuits
• Wetsuit vests and tops
• Rash guards

We also rent scooters, dirt bikes, surfboards, boogie boards, and stand-up paddleboards from this location. Other businesses in the community include Pure Spa, two small convenience stores with various grocery items, and an ATM on the property. Activities in the development include yoga, horseback riding, and in-home massage.

The Riviera commercial plaza is located within half a mile of the Hacienda Iguana entrance, featuring:

• BAC bank with an ATM
• A small grocery store
• Bagels and Bakes, a cafe with daily home-baked goods and coffee

Getting Around

This property is a 2 to 2.5-hour drive from the Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua and approximately 4 hours from the Liberia airport in Costa Rica. Most major vehicle rental agencies have locations at the Managua airport, and we recommend making a reservation in advance. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is only necessary if you plan to travel to some beaches further south in the San Juan del Sur area.

If you prefer not to rent a vehicle, we can arrange airport transportation and daily sightseeing or surf trips. Motorcycle and scooter rentals are available, and we can also arrange vehicle and boat transport to other surf breaks in the area. Additionally, you can rent a vehicle from Alamo and National, which has an office next to Hacienda Iguana.