The Space

• Property Type: Studio
• Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 1/1
• Occupancy: Up to 3
• Distance to Beach: 50 meters
• Surf Breaks: Colorado, Panga Drops, Los Perros

Zen Casita Studio is a spacious, detached studio located just a short walk from the Beach Club and the Playa Colorado surf break in the Hacienda Iguana development. This studio is perfect for a single traveler or couple, and it also features a trundle bed that can accommodate a third person, making it great for a family of three.

The newly constructed studio offers:

• A kitchenette
• A private bathroom
• A queen bed with a twin trundle
• A comfortable couch
• A TV
• Air conditioning
• Hot water
• Starlink internet
• A backup power system that supports select fans, lights, and the refrigerator

Please note that housekeeping staff will handle any laundry needs, as they are the only ones with access to the washer and dryer in the house. This service is included with your stay. The main house is occupied long-term, but the studio has its own private entrance and a privacy fence.

Location

This home is situated 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 (accessible at low tide)

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

Activities

We would be pleased to 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 also 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, if you prefer not to deal with planning, shopping, and preparing meals, ask us about booking the meal plan, our full-service catering option.

Eating Out

There are several excellent dining options within the Hacienda Iguana development. The most popular and only beachfront option is Pili's Kitchen, located at the Beach Club in front of the Colorado Break, offering a variety of fresh foods, juices, smoothies, and a full bar.

Other notable dining options include:

• The Salty Koala in La Joya, serving Asian cuisine and craft cocktails
• Casa Ananas, offering authentic Italian cuisine and pizza
• Downtown Iguana, featuring seafood and authentic Nicaraguan cuisine
• Scoops and Spokes, known for homemade ice cream, coffee, baked goods, paninis, and fresh juices
• Iguana Brewery, offering sports bar fare and local craft beer

Additionally, there are several restaurants outside the Hacienda Iguana development worth exploring, including:

• 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 a variety of items, including:

• 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 Hacienda Iguana community include Pure Spa, two small convenience stores with various grocery items, and an ATM on the property. Additional 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 a BAC bank with an ATM, a small grocery store with essentials, and Bagels and Bakes, a café with daily home-baked goods and coffee.

Getting Around

This property is located 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 4WD vehicle is only necessary if you plan to travel to some of the 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. Alamo and National also offer vehicle rentals, with an office next to Hacienda Iguana.