The Space

Casa 72 is a spacious and complete house designed by a renowned architect in 1972. It features high ceilings, cross ventilation, natural light, and large stained glass windows, all crafted with primary colors and organic materials. Since its renovation in 2013, it has been welcoming guests with five-star service. The house is ideal for medium stays of one to two weeks but also accommodates guests for shorter visits. It is suitable for couples or groups of up to twelve people, whether adults or families with children.

Architecture and Design

• 400 square meters of spacious areas
• Seven levels interlaced by half-floor stairs
• Built mainly of wood
• Designed for dynamic family gatherings

The house is considered a significant work in 20th-century Nicaraguan architecture, providing a welcoming atmosphere in its various environments.

Cooking

The kitchen is well-equipped for guests to prepare meals, featuring:

• Four-burner gas stove with oven (gas included for stays of one week or less)
• Kitchen utensils, towels, cutlery, glasses, cups, and pans
• Microwave oven, toaster, blender, coffee maker, and food storage containers

The kitchen has easy access to both the main dining room and the outdoor dining area. A gas grill is also available for guest use, and every booking includes a cleaning service.

Rooms

The rooms are simple and practical, reflecting the spirit of the house. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a fan.

1. Room #1: Accessible room with two beds, locker, closet, mini-split, and ceiling fan. Space for an extra bed.
2. Room #2: Largest room with a queen bed, single bed, closet, mini-split, and ceiling fan. Space for an additional bed and wall phone charger.
3. Room #3: Most private room with two beds, locker, closet, mini-split, and ceiling fan. Space for an additional bed.
4. Room #4: Panoramic room with a private balcony, two beds, locker, closet, mini-split, and ceiling fan. Space for an extra bed.

Bathrooms

The house has three full bathrooms shared among all rooms, plus a half bathroom on the first level near the outdoor dining area. Amenities include:

• Hot showers, towels, mats, and soap
• An outdoor shower near the entrance
• Bathroom #3, located on level 6, maintains the original design with a shower and bathtub

Water

Drinking water in San Juan del Sur is safe to drink. For convenience, a 5-gallon bottled water container is included with each reservation. Additional water can be ordered if needed. The house has an underground cistern and two surface water tanks, sufficient for two days of operation. Guests are encouraged to use water wisely.

Pool

The pool is a great attraction for both kids and adults, featuring:

• Depth of XX meters at the deepest point and YY meters at the shallowest point
• A door that prevents access by stairs for safety

Wi-Fi

The house has upgraded to fiber optic internet service with speeds of 300/20 Mbps. Wi-Fi coverage extends throughout the property, and an Ethernet socket and cable are available in the work area.

Office

An isolated office space is located on level 6, featuring:

• Private access with a door
• Table, chair, fan, power regulator/charger, and Ethernet cable
• A personal hammock for comfortable working

The office can also be set up as an additional room with a fan and single bed upon request.

Dining Tables

• Main dining table with seating for ten people and a high chair for children
• Auxiliary table for food trays
• Poolside wooden bar with four benches
• Outdoor dining area under a guanacaste tree, complementing the gas grill

Living Rooms and Balconies

Casa 72 offers various environments for relaxation, including:

• Blue furniture room
• Main dining room
• Outdoor dining area
• Barbecue area
• Pool area
• Yellow furniture room
• Hammocks
• Office

Safety

To ensure guest safety, the house is equipped with:

• Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector (to be installed)
• Fire extinguishers near the kitchen and bedrooms
• GFCI outlets in bathrooms and kitchen
• Dining chair for young children with safety straps

Guest Access

Guests are greeted by the house manager, Luis, who provides access codes for the street and inner doors. The codes are customized for each reservation and changed with every guest. Luis or his wife are present on the property at all times. Guests can ring the doorbell upon arrival or call in advance using the phone numbers provided in the automated message sent on the day of check-in.