Iguana Beach House is one of the few truly beach front homes with swimming pool available for vacation rental in this area. It is situated on perhaps Nicaragua's most beautiful stretch of sand and is conveniently located right between two premiere surf breaks. Iguana Beach House was completely remodeled in 2021. The space Property Type: Beachfront house Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 4/4 Occupancy: Up to 10 in House Distance to Beach: Right there Surf Breaks: Colorado/Panga Drops/Los Perros Holiday Rate applies for December 24 - January 1 and Easter Week. Please note that the base rate for this property is for up to 4 people. There is a $50/night fee for each additional person up to 10 people maximum. Iguana Beach House is one of the few truly beach front homes with swimming pool available for vacation rental in this area. It is situated on perhaps Nicaragua's most beautiful stretch of sand and is conveniently located right between two premiere surf breaks. IBH was completely remodeled in 2021! It contains all the creature comforts: AC throughout the entire house, Wi-Fi, smart TV, propane BBQ grill, back up generator and housekeeping. The Iguana Beach House is a newly renovated from top to bottom 4BR/4BA contemporary colonial home using a wide array of local tile and high quality hardwood finishes. It has generously sized bedrooms, each with big views of the sea. All bedrooms have sliding doors that open to the decks, veranda and ocean beyond. There is one bedroom on the first floor and three bedrooms on the second floor. The bedroom downstairs and the primary bedroom upstairs has a king bed that can be separated into 2 twins upon request. In the second bedroom upstairs there are two twin beds (can be joined to make a king bed upon request). The third bedroom upstairs has 2 queen beds. Iguana Beach House is a full service rental; complete with everything you need to make your vacation enjoyable. Please note that the housekeeping staff will do any laundry you may have as they are the only ones with access to the washer and dryer in the house. This service is included with your stay. Activities: This home is located within the Hacienda Iguana development, which is known for its world-class surf breaks. There are 4 surf breaks within walking distance- Playa Colorado, Panga Drops and Los Perros are in the neighborhood and Playa Amarillo is to the south of Playa Colorado (walkable at low tide). We also have a beautiful 9-hole golf course. The course is well designed, beautifully maintained and very affordable to guests. We would be pleased to arrange airport transfers or a variety of other tours, activities and excursions for you before or during your stay: - 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, 100m south of the turn off for Tola on the right (west) side of the street. (While in Rivas, you should also top off your fuel because these are the closest gas stations to where you are staying). We HIGHLY recommend stocking up on all or as many of the groceries you will need for your entire stay OR if you don’t want 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 great food options within the Hacienda Iguana development. The most visited and only beachfront option is Pili's Kitchen, located at the Beach Club in front of the Colorado Break. It offers a variety of fresh foods, juices, smoothies and full bar. In La Joya next to the Eco Casitas is The Salty Koala, serving up amazing Asian cuisine and craft cocktails. In the commercial zone of the development (where NSR is located) you will find the rest of the culinary options. Above our office is the legendary Casa Ananas, which offers authentic Italian cuisine, pizza and daily international special nights. Next to our office/surf shop you'll find Downtown Iguana, which offers seafood and authentic Nicaraguan cuisine at a fair price. Across the street you'll find Scoops and Spokes, which serves up some amazing homemade ice cream, good coffee, baked goods, paninis and fresh juices. A few doors down is the Iguana Brewery, offering sports bar fare and local craft beer. Other spots and restaurants in the general area (but outside the Hacienda Iguana development) that are worth checking out are: 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 -ask us how to get to la Taquería walking from Iguana) 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) and many more! Shopping: We have a well merchandised store (NSR Surf Shop) located inside the Hacienda Iguana development, which offers souvenirs, surf accessories, clothing, beach towels, flip flops, sunscreen, sunglasses, swimsuits, wet suit vests and tops, rash guards and more! We also rent scooters, dirt bikes, surfboards, boogie boards and SUPs out of this location as well. Other businesses in the Hacienda Iguana community include Pure Spa, 2 small convenience stores with a variety of grocery items, and an ATM is located on the property. Other activities in the development include yoga, horseback riding and in-home massage. The Riviera commercial plaza is located within a half mile of the Hacienda Iguana entrance. Businesses in this shopping center include BAC bank with ATM machine, a small grocery store (with the basics) and Bagels and Bakes, a cafe with daily home-baked goods and coffee. Getting Around: This property is located a 2-2.5 hours drive from the Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua, and approximately 4 hours from the Liberia airport in Costa Rica. Most of the major vehicle rental agencies have locations at the Managua airport (we recommend you make a reservation in advance). If renting a vehicle, we feel its only necessary to have a 4wd if planning to travel to some of the beaches further south (in the San Juan del Sur area). If one prefers not to rent a vehicle, we can arrange airport transportation and daily sightseeing/surf trips. We have motorcycle and scooter rentals available and we can also arrange vehicle and boat transport to other surf breaks in the area. There is also the option of renting a vehicle from Alamo and National, which has an office next to Hacienda Iguana.

## The Space

Iguana Beach House is one of the rare beachfront homes with a swimming pool available for vacation rental in this area. It is located on what is arguably Nicaragua's most beautiful stretch of sand, perfectly positioned between two premier surf breaks. The house underwent a complete renovation in 2021.

This contemporary colonial-style home features:

- 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms
- Accommodates up to 10 guests
- Air conditioning throughout the entire house
- Wi-Fi and smart TV
- Propane BBQ grill
- Backup generator
- Housekeeping service, including laundry (washer and dryer access is exclusive to staff)

The bedrooms are spacious and offer expansive ocean views. Each room has sliding doors that open onto decks, a veranda, and the sea beyond. The layout includes one bedroom on the first floor and three on the second floor.

Bed configurations are as follows:

- First-floor bedroom and primary upstairs bedroom: king beds that can be separated into two twins upon request
- Second upstairs bedroom: two twin beds that can be combined into a king bed upon request
- Third upstairs bedroom: two queen beds

Please note that the base rate covers up to 4 guests. There is an additional charge of $50 per night for each extra guest, with a maximum occupancy of 10 people.

## Location

Iguana Beach House is situated within the Hacienda Iguana development, renowned for its world-class surf breaks. Four surf spots are within walking distance:

- Playa Colorado
- Panga Drops
- Los Perros
- Playa Amarillo (south of Playa Colorado, walkable at low tide)

The property is approximately a 2 to 2.5-hour drive from Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua and about 4 hours from Liberia Airport in Costa Rica.

## Amenities and Services

The house is fully equipped to ensure a comfortable stay, including:

- Full air conditioning
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Smart TV
- Propane BBQ grill
- Backup generator
- Daily housekeeping with laundry service included

Additional services can be arranged, such as airport transfers and various tours or activities.

## Activities

Within Hacienda Iguana and the surrounding area, guests can enjoy:

- Surfing at nearby breaks
- A beautiful, well-maintained 9-hole golf course available at affordable rates
- Private and group yoga classes
- Surf lessons and guided surf trips
- Boat and fishing charters
- Massage and spa treatments
- Visits to hot springs
- Horseback riding
- Local community tours

## Food and Dining

### Grocery Shopping

The best place for groceries is La Colonia in Rivas, located 100 meters south of the Tola turnoff on the west side of the street. It is advisable to refuel here as well, as these are the closest gas stations to the property.

Guests are encouraged to stock up on groceries for their entire stay. Alternatively, a full-service catering meal plan is available upon request to simplify meal preparation.

### Dining Options

Within Hacienda Iguana, several dining venues include:

- Pili's Kitchen at the Beach Club, offering fresh food, juices, smoothies, and a full bar, located beachfront near the Colorado Break
- The Salty Koala in La Joya, serving Asian cuisine and craft cocktails
- Casa Ananas above the office, featuring authentic Italian dishes, pizza, and international specials
- Downtown Iguana near the surf shop, providing seafood and traditional Nicaraguan meals at reasonable prices
- Scoops and Spokes across the street, known for homemade ice cream, coffee, baked goods, paninis, and fresh juices
- Iguana Brewery, offering sports bar fare and local craft beers

Nearby restaurants outside Hacienda Iguana worth exploring include:

- Gigante area: El Pozo, Juntos, Giant’s Foot Surf Camp (Burger Night on Mondays)
- Rancho Santana: The Club House, La Boquita tapas, La Taquería (walking directions available)
- 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 and Rentals

Within Hacienda Iguana, NSR Surf Shop offers a variety of items including:

- Souvenirs
- Surf accessories
- Clothing and beachwear
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Swimsuits and rash guards

The shop also rents scooters, dirt bikes, surfboards, boogie boards, and stand-up paddleboards.

Additional amenities in the community include:

- Pure Spa
- Two convenience stores with grocery essentials
- An on-site ATM

The Riviera commercial plaza, located within half a mile of Hacienda Iguana’s entrance, features:

- BAC bank with ATM
- Small grocery store
- Bagels and Bakes café offering daily fresh baked goods and coffee

## Transportation

Most major car rental agencies operate at Managua airport, and reservations are recommended in advance. A four-wheel-drive vehicle is only necessary if planning to visit beaches further south, such as the San Juan del Sur area.

For those who prefer not to rent a car, airport transfers and daily sightseeing or surf trips can be arranged. Motorcycle and scooter rentals are also available. Additionally, vehicle and boat transportation to other surf breaks can be organized.

Alamo and National rental offices are located near Hacienda Iguana for convenient vehicle pickup.

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Iguana Beach House: Beachfront House with Pool - Houses for Rent in Tola, Rivas, Nicaragua

Surfers paradise, right next to two different perfect spots, Hacienda iguana also offers surf shops restaurants and supermarket The house it self is very well equiped and the beach is just stunning Its more spatious than the pictures!

Very nice place to stay. Enjoyed the rooftop deck, watching the stars and close to both surf brakes.

Well-appointed house, extremely comfortable and clean with unparalleled location privacy and safety.

Wonderful place to stay.  The house is beautiful & the beach super clean & gorgeous.  Best sunsets I’ve ever seen.  Simply beautiful.

Stunning!! There are no words for this magical place. Every room has breathtaking views. Surfing right out your back door step! We decided to rent golf carts to get around the property with kids. But coffee shop, food, hiking, yoga are all within walking distance. Jose and the NSR staff were so accommodating! From transportation to and from the airport, border crossing, dinner reservations, massages, and constant communication they made this vacation an 11/10!! Thank you guys!

This house was absolutely stunning. It was even better in person than the photos. Each room has a view of the ocean and the spaces are so big. We had so much space and enjoyed every moment being inside and outside of this house. If you’re thinking about coming to Iguana, rent this house! The hosts are so helpful and communicative and made the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. Perfect location!

NSR and Iguana Beach house made for a perfect family surf adventure trip. Our concierge, Jose, our host, Gabby both did a wonderful job from time of booking  thru departure with lots of last minute activities for the whole family. Thank you Hacienda Iguana for the epic experience!

What a wonderful visit! The location was perfect! Jose was our concierge. He had great recommendations, was super responsive and always helpful. While we were there, a big private event was being held.  He still made time for us without missing a beat.  Thank you to NSR and especially Jose! We will be returning!

Beautiful house, cold AC in the entire place.  Perfect sunset views from the pool or the chairs under the trees overlooking the beach.

The place and position of the beach was outstanding. Also the service offered and given by NSR was also outstanding and they help us sort additional needs like taxis and trips out for us very efficiently. Would recommend them While staying in Nicaragua

Casablanca was the most perfect house! It was clean, STUNNING, comfortable and just what my family and I wanted for a perfect vacation on the beach. It doesn’t get much better than this place! Everyone at NSR was super helpful, especially Corey, Heather and Chris. We went with a meal plan which was worth every penny! We were lucky enough to have Claudia cook for us, and by the end of the trip we were sad to part! She was so good to us, good to my kids, and super welcoming and respectful. We will 1,000% be back!!!! Thank you!!!

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