Wake up in Balgüe to fresh breezes, sweeping volcano views, and the sounds of farm life. The Butterfly House is a cozy, solar-powered hilltop retreat with A/C, fast Wi-Fi, and hammocks for lazy afternoons. Watch goats and donkeys graze just beyond your porch, pick fresh tropical fruit in season, and enjoy the outdoor shower under the open sky. This eco-friendly farm stay is perfect for nature lovers, families, and digital nomads seeking comfort, privacy, and a genuine Ometepe experience. The space ABOUT THIS SPACE Wake up in Balgüe to breezy mornings, sweeping volcano views, and the gentle sounds of farm life. The Butterfly House is a cozy, solar-powered hilltop retreat with A/C, fast Wi-Fi, and hammocks for lazy afternoons. Perched above the village, it offers cooler temperatures, fewer insects, and a peaceful escape surrounded by nature. Inside, you’ll find comfort and charm. The master bedroom has air conditioning, a queen bed, and a full bed — perfect for couples or families. A second bedroom with bunk beds and fans is great for kids or extra guests. The kitchen is fully equipped and overlooks the garden, while the bathroom features both an indoor shower with volcano views and a refreshing outdoor shower under the open sky. Outside, life moves at a slower pace. Watch goats, donkeys, and chickens grazing just beyond your porch. Pick fresh mangoes, bananas, or avocados in season. Relax in hammocks, sip coffee as butterflies and hummingbirds visit the flowers, or set out to explore nearby hiking trails, kayaking spots, and cafés in Balgüe. If the Butterfly House is booked, ask about our Vista View on the same property. You can also check out our two lake access houses, Heron Houseand and Kingfisher House down the road from our farm. If you’re an animal lover please be sure to give our dogs and cats lots of love. Abrazo (big orange cat) loves to be picked up :) Guest access Listed price includes 2 adults (any children younger than 10 years are included in the base price), but as guests renting the house get access to the entire house, we have extra space for friends and family for an additional USD $10 per person per night. We have lots to do on the farm-you can walk with our farmhand to pick eggs for breakfast from our free-range hens, and even try milking our goat and then making cheese. It is incredibly yummy. Our garden is entirely organic and full of tropical fruits and vegetables to enjoy. Other things to note Stay on a peaceful, off-the-beaten-path farm in the tropical forest, just minutes from horse riding, hiking trails, and quiet beaches. Meet the friendly Nicaraguans who care for the farm and make your visit unforgettable. Soak in sweeping views of Lake Nicaragua and both volcanoes from the spacious balcony, where a near-constant breeze keeps insects away. Wake to the sounds of monkeys, parrots, goats, and the occasional rooster. Pick fruit straight from the trees, milk a goat, or gather your own eggs for breakfast. Our home runs entirely on solar power, and we live sustainably—recycling, reusing, composting, and using only natural pest sprays made from garlic, onion, and chile peppers. This is your chance to experience Ometepe’s beauty, community, and nature in one unforgettable stay.

## The Space

Wake up in Balgüe to fresh breezes, expansive volcano views, and the gentle sounds of farm life. The Butterfly House is a cozy, solar-powered hilltop retreat featuring air conditioning, fast Wi-Fi, and hammocks perfect for relaxing afternoons. Situated above the village, it benefits from cooler temperatures, fewer insects, and a tranquil setting surrounded by nature.

Inside, the home offers comfort and charm. The master bedroom includes air conditioning, a queen bed, and a full bed, ideal for couples or families. A second bedroom with bunk beds and fans is suitable for children or additional guests. The fully equipped kitchen overlooks the garden, while the bathroom provides both an indoor shower with volcano views and an outdoor shower under the open sky.

Outside, life slows down. Observe goats, donkeys, and chickens grazing just beyond the porch. In season, pick fresh mangoes, bananas, or avocados. Relax in hammocks, enjoy coffee as butterflies and hummingbirds visit the flowers, or explore nearby hiking trails, kayaking spots, and cafés in Balgüe.

If the Butterfly House is booked, inquire about the Vista View on the same property. Additionally, two lake-access houses—Heron House and Kingfisher House—are available down the road from the farm.

Animal lovers will appreciate our friendly dogs and cats. Abrazo, the big orange cat, especially enjoys being picked up.

## Guest Access

The listed price includes accommodation for two adults. Children under 10 years old are included in the base price. Guests renting the house have access to the entire property, with extra space available for friends and family at an additional cost of USD $10 per person per night.

There are many activities on the farm. You can accompany our farmhand to collect eggs from free-range hens for breakfast, try milking our goat, and even make cheese, which is delicious. Our garden is fully organic and abundant with tropical fruits and vegetables for you to enjoy.

## Location and Surroundings

Stay on a peaceful, off-the-beaten-path farm nestled in the tropical forest, just minutes from horse riding, hiking trails, and quiet beaches. Meet the warm Nicaraguan locals who care for the farm and enrich your visit.

From the spacious balcony, take in sweeping views of Lake Nicaragua and both volcanoes. A near-constant breeze helps keep insects away. Wake to the sounds of monkeys, parrots, goats, and the occasional rooster.

## Sustainability and Lifestyle

Our home operates entirely on solar power, embracing sustainable living through recycling, reusing, composting, and using natural pest repellents made from garlic, onion, and chili peppers.

This stay offers a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty, community spirit, and authentic lifestyle of Ometepe in one memorable visit.

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Finca Ometepe - The Butterfly House - Farm stays for Rent in Balgue ,  Ometepe, Nicaragua

AMAZING stay at the butterfly house! The property was beautiful, easy to find, and secluded. We felt safe and comfortable the entire stay. Safe drinking water was provided which was an excellent surprise. Dogs and cats around were always a plus :) would absolutely stay here again and I would recommend it to anyone who asks

Wonderful place to stay in Balguë! The garden is beautiful!

One of the best Airbnbs we have ever stayed in! Incredibly tranquil and serene place tucked away but close to Balgue. Breakfast was great and the staff were very accommodating.

As others have said - this is truly a unique place and is really wonderful. We brought our young kids with us and they loved it here as well. From walking the farm and seeing the animals to the monkeys hanging out in the trees in the morning, it doesn't get any better. very peaceful.

Our family had a fabulous stay at Finca Ometepe. The house was perfect for our exploration of the island, and it was a clean and comfortable place to relax. The kids loved all the animals and greatly enjoyed milking the goats. Highly recommend!

This is the kind of place that feeds the soul. Perfect place to lay low and experience nature. It’s close to a lot of the backpacker attractions in Balgue but feels removed. The sounds of the animals in the mornings and the visits from all the doggos were our favorite parts. Would certainly return.

Very peaceful and beautiful property with wonderful staff working at the farm. The rooms were clean, well-outfitted and the AC was strong. We had a very comfortable stay and would recommend to anyone.

We had a wonderful stay at Finca Ometepe! It's set about about 1km from the main road, but very close to a number of things to do. You'll want a motorcycle or ATV. The grounds of the property are stunning. You're surrounded by beautiful gardens. Josh was very helpful with anything we needed. We were able to milk goats in the morning, and had a delicious breakfast on our patio.

I would highly recommend staying at finca Ometepe! The hosts were always quick to respond and made sure we had everything we needed. They gave us great recommendations and a contact for getting rides to/from the port and ATVs dropped off to us. This place was everything and more. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and appreciated the farmhands teaching us how to milk goats and giving us a long tour. And we even got to hold baby goats! We really fell in love with this place and will certainly return.

Absolutely loved this place. Just what we were looking for, nice and quiet. Loved playing with the goats and the horse ride we went on. Also in a great spot too! Really friendly local staff working on the farm that were great to chat to.

I’ve never stayed in a place so magical. We loved everything about Finca Ometempe. The hosts were there for every question we asked and couldn’t be more grateful. There were 3 house dogs that completely stole me heart. The views and smell of the gardens from or patio are etched in my memory. We ordered breakfast for 2 mornings of our 4 night stay and all I can say is wow, incredible This place was recommended to me by friends and I will forever recommend to others and I plan to be back I loved it so much

Bird watching from the breakfast table. Woke up every morning to howler monkeys vocalizations and had wonderful sightings steps from the cottage. The grounds were beautifully landscaped with flowers and fruit trees. We were fortunate to be here when the owners were here and they gave us a tour of the farm and allowed us to hold day old baby goats. The accomidations were clean and comfortable with a well at stocked kitchen.

Hi Elisabeth, Thank you for staying with us and for writing such a lovely review. We will absolutely add a small mirror to the bathroom. Great suggestion! In terms of the noise, we recently added that weather strip to the door to make it bug proof. A sneaky little spider had crept in once and the guests at that time were very worried about it. Thus, we weather sealed, and now it squeaks. I will go check it out and then see if there is a happy medium. Sorry it disturbed your sleep! Can you let me know what was not like the photos. We want to be as accurate as possible, but sometimes it is difficult to keep up with small changes we make on the property. If you let us know what was not like the photos, we will update them! Again, super grateful to you for choosing Finca Ometepe and being such lovely guests! Best, Hanna

Great place! Wonderful hospitality and beautiful location.

Hi Robert, Thank you! You were great guests also!

Amazing, I would return a thousand times.

Hi Rodolfo, You are welcome back a thousand times. Watch out or you will end up buying property like us. We just fell in love with the island. Thanks for sharing it with us!

We love everything about this little farm. It felt safe and you are surrounded by life.  The air conditioning in the main room makes the evenings pleasant.  They are happy to share their animals.  We milked the goats and loved the donkey!  This was my second stay and I will be back!!!

Thank you very much for the nice review, Nicole. I’m happy you came back and glad you plan to come again. I hope to see you next time you’re here. Håkan

Great place. Private and clean. Ac works well.

Beautiful place! Very nice to stay there, you feel in the middle of nature in this farm. Very clean and comfortable!

Endroit magnifique ! Très agréable d'y sejourner, on se sent en pleine nature dans cette ferme. Très propre et confortable !

Hi Maxime, Thank you for staying with us. The nature is indeed spectacular in Ometepe, and we love flowers so our farm is always so colorful. Glad you got to visit and Thank you!

Beautiful small home. looks exactly like the pictures. Imagine a beautiful garden outside your home, with some Cats, Dogs, horses roaming around the property. LOVED waking up to the sound of horses and view of butterflies. Master bedroom has awesome A/c and the other smaller room had plenty of fans. super clean kitchen and awesome overall. peace & quire is the best to describe it. Super nice host, which was very accommodating to me, even with last minute changes. would totally recommend staying here, but you definitely need transportation in all of Ometepe. its a big island. Don't hesitate and book this place, you will not be disappointed. Also- Showers don't have hot water- but that's totally invigorating on a hot day; normal for Ometepe.

Great location, right in the jungle with lots of animals and right on the volcano. Very clean place and communication with the host has always worked smoothly. Glad to come back

Tolle Lage, mitten im Dschungel mit vielen Tieren und direkt am Vulkan gelegen. Sehr saubere Unterkunft und die Kommunikation mit dem Gastgeber hat immer reibungslos funktioniert. Gerne wieder

Absolutely beautiful stay in Finca Ometepe. This place exceeded our expectations and it was mainly due to the staff! They took time to show us around the farm, introduce us to all the animals, provide us with fresh fruit, milk and eggs, etc. The location was an easy drive to things on the island and they assisted us with an ATV rental. The home was clean, tidy and having bug screens was amazing. We only regret that we didn’t stay longer!

A wonderful accommodation surrounded by nature and animals. The employee welcomed us super nicely, showed us around and explained a lot. The rooms were nice and also very well equipped. Unfortunately, the host was not quite as accessible and we did not get the house locked. In addition, the rooms were not accessible through a corridor, but actually all only from the outside, which was impractical for us with 2 small children. However, we would probably book the place again due to the location and the employee.

Eine wundervolle Unterkunft mitten in der Natur und umgeben von Tieren. Der Mitarbeiter hat uns super lieb empfangen, uns rumgezeigt und vieles erklärt. Die Zimmer waren nett und auch ganz gut ausgestattet. Leider war die Gastgeberin nicht ganz so gut erreichbar und wir haben das Haus auch nicht abgeschlossen bekommen. Außerdem waren die Zimmer nicht durch einen Flur,  sondern eigentlich alle nur jeweils von draußen zu erreichen, was für uns mit 2 Kleinkindern unpraktisch war. Wir würden die Unterkunft aber wahrscheinlich trotzdem wieder buchen aufgrund der Lage und des Mitarbeiters.

We loved the finca. The view of the garden with all the butterflies in the morning was beautiful. It was just wow. A perfect place to get away from everyday life and connect with nature. We had the opportunity to meet the donkeys on the property who were very sociable and came to see us. We were even able to milk the goats. The home was very cozy and very clean. There were plenty of fruit trees on the property that we could use.  A real treat. The hosts and staff are very kind.

Nous avons adoré la finca. La vue du jardin avec tous  les papillons le matin était magnifique. C’était juste wow. Un endroit parfait pour décrocher du quotidien et connecter avec la nature. Nous avons eu l’occasion de faire la connaissance des ânes sur la propriété qui étaient très sociables et qui venaient nous voir. Nous avons même pu traire les chèvres. La maison était très confortable et très propre. Il y avait plein d'arbres fruitier sur la propriété dans lesquels nous pouvions nous servir.  Un vrai régal. Les hôtes et le personnels sont très gentils.

Absolutely stunning location, far exceeded my expectations!  The cabin is cool and breezy, making it very comfortable for the tropics.  Be aware that Balgue and the farm is a bit out of the way from the main attractions on the island.  You’ll need transportation, but this also makes the home stay all the more tranquil.  Highly recommended!

Our stay at Finca Ometepe was our big favorite during our trip to Nicaragua. The place is even more beautiful than the pictures. It was simply a paradise on earth! The garden all around, with all the varieties of fruit trees and flowery groves, the butterflies that flutter constantly, the birds that sing, the farm animals... Everything charmed us! The owners were attentive and friendly and the employees as well! If we had to redo our travel plans, we would have chosen to stay longer at Finca Ometepe!

Notre séjour à la Finca Ometepe a été notre gros coup de coeur lors de notre voyage au Nicaragua. L'endroit est encore plus beau que sur les photos. C'était tout simplement un paradis sur terre! Le jardin tout autour, avec toutes les variétés d'arbres fruitiers et les bosquets fleuris, les papillons qui virevoltent sans arrêt, les oiseaux qui chantent, les animaux de la ferme... Tout nous a charmé! Les propriétaires étaient à l'écoute et sympathiques et les employés tout autant! Si nous avions à refaire nos plans de voyage, nous aurions choisi de rester plus longtemps à la Finca Ometepe!

amazing butterflies, beautiful garden and helpful people. good communication. Perfect if you want something quiet and special.

Our stay was perfect. The house is surrounded by beautiful flowers, butterflies and birds. The house is close to the Maderas Volcano. A person from the team even guided us on a path on foot to the entrance of the Volcano instead of paying for a taxi! I would highly recommend it. The place is more beautiful than the photos.

Notre séjour était parfait. La maison est entourée de magnifiques fleurs, de papillons et d’oiseaux. La maison est proche du Volcan Maderas. Une personne de l’équipe nous a même guider dans un chemin se faisant à pieds à l’entrée du Volcan à la place de payer pour un taxi! Je recommande fortement. Le lieu est plus beau que sur les photos.

A beautiful and very well maintained farm. kids were thrilled to be surrounded by goats, chickens, donkeys, dogs. we visited them in the morning and before we went to bed 😄 Very quiet place and beautiful too! Friendly people take care of the farm. Honestly, this farm is from Hallmark movies! everyone walks by with a smile and ready to help when you need. Also very clean and AC works perfectly! the place is 5 mins drive from the lake. Recommended 100%

Hi Kristina, I would a lovely way to describe our farm, a Hallmark movie! We are really glad you enjoyed yourself. It’s one of our favorite places in the world, and we love it when other people share it with us!

We enjoyed the time in Balgue very much! We were able to find the place easily with the Google Maps link and were greeted very warmly. The property is decorated with a lot of love and the kitchen is well equipped. The garden of the property is a DREAM! Many different plants and animals. The gardener Amilcar shared his great knowledge with us and we were able to learn a lot about the trees, plants and fruits. We enjoyed the daily visits of the little cats and dogs. The animals are very nice if you want to pet them. But they're not intrusive at all. We booked the breakfast, which was served to us every morning on our terrace and was the perfect start to the day! We highly recommend this place!

Wir haben die Zeit in Balgue sehr genossen! Wir konnten die Unterkunft mit dem Google maps Link problemlos finden und wurden sehr freundlich begrüsst. Die Unterkunft ist mit viel Liebe eingerichtet und die Küche gut ausgestattet. Der Garten der Unterkunft ist ein TRAUM! Sehr viele verschiedene Pflanzen und Tiere. Der Gärtner Amilcar hat sein grosses Wissen mit uns geteilt und wir konnten viel über die Bäume, Pflanzen und Früchte lernen. Wir genossen die täglichen Besuche der kleinen Katzen und der Hunde. Die Tiere sind sehr lieb, wenn man sie streicheln will. Sie sind aber gar nicht aufdringlich. Wir haben das Frühstück dazugebucht, welches uns jeden Morgen auf unserer Terrasse serviert wurde und der perfekten Start in den Tag war! Wir können diese Unterkunft von Herzen empfehlen!

Thank you so much for your delightful review! And thank you for petting our beloved pets! It makes us happy to hear they are reviving love even when we are gone ❤️. Hanna and Hakan

It was an amazing stay. The finca is beautiful, calm, and remote. You are close to many activities. The team is always very responsive and pays attention to us.

The farm is amazing, great hospitality by the farm team. nice to see the animals, the gardening is amazing. you can see monkeys from the house. we really enjoyed with our kids, being outside on the hammocks. Thanks

We loved Finca Ometempe so much. It was very clean and we appreciated the communication and information from our hosts. The property is beautiful and we hope to visit again sometime soon!

Hakan was an incredible host and we so enjoyed our stay at the farm. He was flexible, warm, and welcoming--and after a long travel day to reach Ometepe, we felt right at home. The farm itself was stunning and full of life--local crops, flowers, and beautiful birds surrounded us. It was even more incredible than the photos and we were so happy to have found this unique and special property. We enjoyed our mini tour with the host, petting the baby donkey, and learning about life on the island. The rooms and spaces were clean, the a/c was cold, and the kitchen was stocked and ready for cooking. We are looking forward to coming back here again in the future and the farm added a great experience to our Nicaraguan travels. Highly recommend! Thanks again Hakan!  :-)

They are both the most wonderful hosts and their staff are special. They made us 2 breakfast and a dinner which was excellent. And much of it is from their farm We Do feel part of the ‘ family’ very good friends. Highly recommend it. Wonderful birds,howler Monkeys , rooster, little baby donkey,and of course the goats The best place to stay. Than you So much

We enjoyed our stay at Finca Ometepe very much. It's a really magical place that's even nicer in real life than in photos. For It was by far the most special place for us and we felt extremely comfortable. Everyone was extremely hospitable and the animals, the garden and the views were fantastic. We are really glad that we were able to spend three wonderful days here ☺️ thank you for everything!

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt in der Finca ometepe sehr genossen. Es ist ein wirklich magischer Ort der in echt sogar noch viel schöner ist als auf Fotos. Für Uns war es die mit Abstand die besonderste Unterkunft und wir haben uns extrem wohl gefühlt. Alle waren extrem gastfreundlich und die Tiere, der Garten und die Aussicht waren traumhaft. Wir sind wirklich froh, dass wir drei wundervolle Tage hier verbringen konnten ☺️ danke für alles!

Want to relax? You've come to the right place to unwind. The house is nice. The beauty of the garden is breathtaking. The security of the area is excellent. You can count on the watchdogs (they're still just as nice). Communication with the host is excellent. Exceptional and warm staff. I recommend it, it's a 10/10 place.

Vous voulez relaxer? Vous êtes au bon endroit pour décrocher. La maison est agréable. La beauté du jardin est à couper le souffle. La sécurité du domaine est excellente. Vous pouvez compter sur les chiens de garde (ils sont toujours aussi agréables). La communication avec l’hôte est excellent. Le Personnel exceptionnel et chaleureux. Je recommande c’est endroit 10\10 .

The best place to stay of our entire trip to Nicaragua. Very well located, but it absolutely requires a scooter (essential to visit the island too). Everything was very clean and the air conditioning was working perfectly. Hannah and her family are super welcoming, always there to answer our questions and gave us their suggestions for activities. We even did the milking of the goats!! The beds were comfortable. Everything was perfect:)

Le meilleur logement de tout notre voyage au Nicaragua. Très bien situé, mais il faut absolument un scooter (essentiel pour visiter l’île aussi). Tout était très propre et la climatisation fonctionnait parfaitement. Hannah et sa famille sont super acceuillants, toujours présents pour répondre à nos questions et nous ont donné leurs suggestions d’activités. Nous avons même fait la traite des chèvres!! Les lits étaient confortables. Tout était parfait :)

This is one of the best airbnbs we’ve ever stayed at. Hosts are wonderful. Pictures do not do it justice! My daughter was in love with the newborn donkey. She got to help milk goats, we got a tour of the farm, and spent the rest of our time in Ometepe exploring on ATVs.

Hi Kim, we LOVED meeting you and your family. So awesome that you all travel together! I truly hope we meet again, though I am not sure I can promise another baby donkey 🤣. That was lucky timing! Hugs, Hanna and Hakan

If you are looking for a peaceful and quiet respite on a sustainable finca, this is your place. We loved our time at Ometepe Finca and highly recommend this beautiful spot on the island. Hanna and her husband are super knowledgeable of the  area and were helpful in arranging scooters, taxis and local recommendations. The farm is well maintained and there are plenty of animals to love up while you are there. The house we stayed in has an amazing view of the lake and farm, and the wildlife is right outside the door. We heard howlers each morning and were in awe by the variety of birdlife.  Hanna and Hocken are so friendly and willing to share their stories and experience over the 10am traditional coffee hour. They also run a cafe in town called Nicafika which appeals to tourists and locals alike. The setting is ideal for a long stay, which I hope to do next time I visit. Thank you, Hanna, for your gentle care of my knee injury. Your guidance was invaluable.

Hi Theresa, we had fun with you guys as well! Loved our conversations on philosophy and travel. Hope to meet again. Folks like you are why we love to host ❤️ Hanna and Hakan

This is an excellent place for vacation. It is quiet, clean and spacious with onsite parking. The property is huge with lots of flowers, banana trees, vegetables and animals. We love the nature. Hanna and her husband are very nice and always respond the message quickly. Will stay here again when we are back. Highly recommended.

Thank you, Pingui. It was fun meeting you and your husband! Enjoy your continued travels 😊

This is  jewel of a spot, a sanctuary of beauty and peace. Hannah and Harken embody kindness and share local lore with guests. Our family fell in love with the animals - the Finca was our private petting zoo!

Thank you for staying with us and for petting our pets! Welcome back anytime!

Absolutely best place we've stayed on our trip in Nicaragua. Clean and quiet and beautiful. The boys loved the animals around (especially the dogs, which became fixtures with us). The staff at the Finca were extremely good and nice to involve us in animal husbandry, despite our limited Spanish skills. We got great help and advice when we needed it. Thank you for a lovely stay

Absolut bedste sted, vi har boet på vores rejse i Nicaragua. Rent og roligt og smukt. Drengene elskede dyrene omkring (særligt hundene, som blev fast inventar hos os). Personalet på Fincaen var ekstremt gode og søde til at inddrage os i dyrehold, trods vores begrænsede spanskkundskaber. Vi fik god hjælp og gode råd, når vi havde behov for det. Tak for et dejligt ophold

What I loved about this place was the privacy and the garden jungle. It's absolutely serene. The staff are extremely helpful, courteous and knowledgeable. They're more than willing to explain about their plants, trees and animals. The only drawback was having to step outside the master bedroom/house briefly to enter the bathroom. It's attached to the house but you cannot access the bathroom from the room. The dirt/gravel road from the property to the main road can be a bit challenging with a scooter. If you plan to rent a motorcycle or ATV, it'll be fine. I would absolutely recommend this place!

If you want a quiet space in the middle of nature, surrounded by animals, birds and butterflies, this is your place! Recommend renting dirt motos for the entire stay to go around the island and get to the property smoothly, can be delivered to the property :)

Vill du ha ett lugnt boende mitt i naturen, omgiven av djur, fåglar och fjärilar är det här ditt boende! Rekommenderar att hyra dirt motos för hela vistelsen för att åka runt på ön och ta sig till boendet smidigt, går att få delivery till boendet :)

We really enjoyed our stay! The gardens were beautiful. Was a great location Hot water did not work (the host was very responsive though) Bedding and towels were clean but bathroom was not clean. Could also use maintenance in the bathroom toilet wasn’t fully attached and faucet on the sink was loose.

What a magical place, we fell in love with Finca Omotepe! The farm is stunning with the most beautiful flowers and tons of butterflies and birds. We got so lucky, two sets of goats were born while we were here and they let us go in and hold them whenever we wanted (which was daily!) the “little house” is actually quite large and well appointed. Great kitchen, connectable beds, solid AC in o e if the rooms, and strong WiFi. We didn’t use the other room. The location is great, so glad we stayed on this part of the island. 10/10 would stay again and recommend highly to anyone visiting.

I stayed at the guesthouse of Finca Ometepe for 4 nights with my wife and baby, and it was the perfect way to disconnect. The rooms are simple but impeccably clean, and the beds are very comfortable. The spacious front porch, complete with hammocks and a cozy seating area, was ideal for relaxing while enjoying the beautiful views of the farm. We loved watching the birds, butterflies, and lush gardens—it was so peaceful. The breakfast was absolutely delicious, and we truly enjoyed every moment of our stay. I highly recommend Finca Ometepe to anyone looking for a tranquil and relaxing getaway!

Thank you so much! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Welcome back anytime ❤️

We had a very peaceful and relaxing time at the Finca. The local host was very helpful and the breakfast was just perfect. If you wanna wake up besides local fruit trees, petting Luna a whole evening or walk with her around, that is the place to go. The kitchen is top, the beds are comfy and the shower refreshing. We definitely will recommend Finca Ometepe to all of our friends who will visit Nicaragua 🇳🇮

Nice place, very quiet, but the road is a bit bumpy and rough to get to the house. Lots of birds, butterflies and wildlife nearby.

The photos do not do Finca Ometepe justice. Nestled on the side of a volcano they have created a magical garden where you can simply watch nature do its thing for hours on end. Butterflies filled the garden amongst a rainbow of tropical flowers. There were goats, donkeys, monkeys, horses and of course their 3 friendly dogs. Luna slept out on the balcony each evening. Our kids loved those dogs. The house was clean and the beds really comfortable. Internet was fast and kitchen well stocked for simple meals. We rented ATVs so we could get around the island to see the natural attractions. The house is probably a 30 min walk to the nearest town Balgue. Hanna and her team were very welcoming but not overly intrusive as some can be. If you are looking for a peaceful paradise to relax then this is your spot.

Could not have had a better host! This place is a gem. Very warm and comforting.  Fantastic breakfast every morning at a great value which made things much easier for us. Really hope we get to meet them again someday.

The place was fantastic. We enjoyed every second and felt very comfortable with Hanna and her husband! Very recommended!

Die Unterkunft war traumhaft. Wir haben jede Sekunde genossen und uns bei Hanna und ihrem Ehemann sehr wohl gefühlt! Sehr empfehlenswert.

I cannot say enough about this stay. From the beautiful grounds, to the amazing people...it was like a dream. Joshua, the manager, was hands down a true super hero. A storm knocked down a tree on the property, and took down the power. We went to tell Joshua(this was at 9 pm), and this man really went out, in the dark, and had the power back WITHIN THE HOUR. Not only that, but one of our atvs ran out of gas(totally our fault!) and not only did the employees there point us to a gas station that we had no idea existed, they also gave us a gas container to borrow! TRULY AMAZING. The dogs, Luna and Black, were our companions the entire time(which was great because we missed our pup so much while away!). There was fruit to pick, animals to see and pet, and just walking the grounds was an experience in itself. If I could rate higher than 5 stars, we totally would!! Thank you to everyone at Finca Ometepe for making our vacation dreams come true! Will 100% reccomend to all our travel friends!!

This AirBnB is really lovely! Lots of room/place to sleep + a well working AC for the night (rare on Ometepe)! It's a little past Balgue and the entrance is easy to spot (there is a sign and a light at night) plus the road up to the farm is well maintained and not at all bumpy (which is a rare and nice thing on Ometepe after coming back from a day of exploring rocky dirt roads).

our stay at Finca Ometepe was magical! Josh & Hana & the farm staff were incredibly kind & accommodating, sharing farm goodies with us & getting us set up with a taxi. the farm itself is gorgeous, we spent much time wandering, admiring & trying to identify different fruit trees. the farm animals were so fun to say hi to & we loved the pups as the sweetest companions. the outdoor shower was a delight & blessing with the heat.

Hello Maia, Thank you for your kind review, and thank you for spending so much quality time with our beloved pets :) Hanna and Hakan

Such a peaceful and relaxing stay at the farm. The little house is about 100ft from the big house but it still felt extremely private. The staff were very helpful and friendly which we appreciated. The dogs, in particular Luna and Black were the best! We miss them! For anyone considering working here the internet was good and stable for all but one day (out of 4). On that day there was an island wide power outage/internet outage so no internet or even cell from about 6am-3pm. This was no fault of the host nor did they have any control of it, simply something you have to keep in mind on the island. The whole ferry situation was quite complicated when you have a rental car (quite simple if you don’t, just show up). With a car it is recommended to make a reservation ahead but the ferry companies would simply not pick up the phone. We got very lucky both times and showed up, securing the last car spot but would have appreciated more assistance with this from the host.

Hi Atticus, We appreciate you taking the time to write such a thorough review. We totally get your frustration with the ferry system here, it makes us crazy too! We are so glad you got a space (they do frequently open up, but it is always tense, so reservations are best!) Both my husband and I work remotely as well, so have invested heavily in the internet speed. Sorry you were affected by that power outage. The island is just remote enough and developing enough that it is a problem occasionally, but we love it here so much we are willing to sweat those days. Safe and enjoyable travels! Best, Hanna

A true oasis! We loved our stay here and wish we could've stayed longer. House nestled in the beautiful surroundings of their farm. Comfortable and clean with a lovely staff. We were given wonderful recommendations and assisted with taxis and ATV rentals. Hosts were responsive and so sweet! Ran into Hanna and her partner at the market on the day we left and we lucky to try their delicious homemade treats with produce straight from the farm. Absolutely recommend staying here! Thank you :)

Hi Abby, It was fun having you and your group visit. I am so sorry you were affected by the Santa Semana week craziness! Who would have guessed that Ometepe would pull so many people across the lake! Hope your time in Grenada was great as well :) Hanna

Hanna & Håkan we’re WONDERFUL hosts - made us feel so welcome, integrated us into their farm and staff. We could handpick salad, eggs, and Hanna provided goat milk, yogurt & cheese, too! Our 9-yr old daughter helped milk their gorgeous goats, had a horse ride, roasted up cacao and greeted the new burro. It’s set in tranquility, surrounded bu think plantain trees, and close to the beautiful lake. We even had monkeys come close by! A short bus ride into Santa Cruz or Balgue for shops/coffee etc. Would recommend to anyone, well equipped and very comfortable…and we’ve made some true friends. Thank you both. 🙏

Oh Russell, you and your family were such wonderful guests! We think of you so often! We really hope you end up buying something on the island. We would love to be neighbors! Hugs, Hanna and Hakan PS: Had my knee surgery and now I am WALKING. Hurray!

It was a fantastic experience with the kids. Apart from the small problems with the air conditioning we had a pleasant stay. The place is beautiful and peaceful. Thank you!

Ce fut une expérience fantastique avec les enfants. Mis à part des petits problèmes avec l’air climatisé nous avons eu un agréable séjour. L’endroit est magnifique et paisible. Merci !

Hello Stephanie, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We apologize that the air conditioner wasn’t working at its strongest. We’ve added solar power now on top of the energy from the governmental grid so everything should work perfectly moving forward. It was so much fun to see your kids. Enjoy the animals on the property. Our dog Luna will remember them forever. Hope to see you back someday, Hanna

This was a truly incredible stay in Ometepe. Hanna and Hakan are lovely hosts who make you feel right at home. So many friendly animals on the farm (including baby goats!). The staff on the property is just as friendly as the hosts who educated us about the farm and the animals. Highly recommended, you will not regret your stay here. We hope to be back in this paradise in the future.

Hi Tobias, It was a pleasure to meet you and family. It is such a treat to get to know our guests. We are truly honored you chose our farm. Thank you for taking the time to write your review, and for advising me on my hurt finger! Best, Hanna

A magical stay in a magical place, we used the air conditioner one night but preferred to keep the windows open to listen to the wild monkeys and birds, and sometimes the goats if we slept in past feeding time. Incredible organic farm produce, and we got some experience with the coffee, cacao, breadfruit...and saw vanilla and peppercorns on the vine.  Lovely to walk the garden, and up the trail to the amazing petroglyphs. And of course milking the goats! Beautiful to watch the changing skies over the volcano from the main house deck or the pizza oven patio, walk 15 minutes down to the lake to swim, (you may pass donkeys with carts, cows being herded, or horses ambling down the road with you) or 10 min drive into Balgue to the beach or restaurants. Our friend hiked the Maderas Volcano directly from the property - (with a guide which is required by law). Hosts were warm and welcoming, knowledgeable about the area, and connected with the community.

Hello Lori, what an absolutely lyrical and lovely review. Thank you so much for taking the time to write in detail about your experience at Finca Ometepe. We adored having you all as guests. Folks like you are one of the reasons we choose to host on Airbnb! Enjoy your future travels and welcome back anytime! Hanna and Hakan

Finca Ometepe was an absolute gem and ended up being one of our favorite parts during our time on the island. The property had much to offer from the animal friends, to the amazing views of the lago from the casita patio, and starry night skies. We had a late arrival from the ferry to San Jose Del Sur and didn't reach the Finca till dark. Thankfully one of the locals knew where the Finca was located and happily showed us that the turn was after the Balgue bridge (and not at all where GPS insisted - just a heads up) We got there after dark but Hanna and Höken were still able to greet us for check in. Josué and Hector gave us an amazing tour of what was growing on the farm and we really appreciated their love of the island and it's agricultural abundance and magic. Breakfast was also offered as a separate accomadation during our stay and it was a delicious farm to table treat that we weren't expecting but were so grateful for. Thank you so much to everyone at Finca Ometepe!

Hi Fay, Thank you for staying with us, and leaving such a lovely review! We loved spending time with you! I hope your eye is feeling okay! Best, Hanna

The Island of Ometepe and in particular this place will be a big highlight of my trip. The house and the whole property was perfect! So peaceful and relaxing and in the ideal spot to get out and enjoy the island. All the staff were really helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. I was lucky that Hanna and her husband Hakan were on the property during my visit. They were kind enough to invite me for dinner one evening, which was great fun, they are lovely people with good conversation and good humour! I’d love to come back.

Hi Michael, It was an absolute pleasure hosting you, and we truly enjoyed the maple syrup you left for us :) I must admit you all were our first "motorcycle gang" we hosted, and we hope to host more groups like yours. moving forward :) Please come visit again sometime soon. Hanna and Hakan

We are thrilled! It was the most beautiful place we could imagine for our stay in Ometepe. A paradise in paradise and beautiful around worlds than in the photos! We were warmly welcomed. We were provided with free eggs and we were allowed to pick as much fruit from the trees as we wanted. In the morning we were shown the goats, where we could try milking too. The staff at the farm were very friendly and had all kinds of tips and contacts for things to do on the island. Absolute heart recommendation. We'll be back.

Wir sind begeistert! Es war der schönste Ort, den wir uns für unseren Aufenthalt in Ometepe vorstellen konnten. Ein Paradies im Paradies und um Welten schöner als auf den Fotos! Wir wurden herzlich empfangen. Uns wurden kostenlose Eier bereitgestellt und wir durften soviel Obst von den Bäumen pflücken wie wir wollten. Morgens wurden uns die Ziegen gezeigt, bei welchen wir uns auch bei melken versuchen konnten. Die Mitarbeiter auf der Farm waren sehr freundlich und hatten allerlei Tipps und Kontakte für Unternehmungen auf der Insel. Absolute Herzensempfehlung. Wir kommen wieder.

Hi Andre and Friends, We loved having you on the farm. It was such a pleasure to get to know you all. Thank you for choosing to visit us, and to milk our goat! It was fun! Best, Hanna

We enjoyed our stay at Hanna’s place a lot. We stayed for 2 nights and barely left the property; we joined some farm activities (milking the goat) and went on a little hike with one of the employees, who showed us the nearby petroglyphs. I have been to Ometepe before but this was really a different, unique experience. The verandah was very comfortable, shady and windy, which made it great for relaxing outside. We had dinner with the hosts Hanna and Hakan one of the nights, making our own pizza, which was also great. Definitely recommend to visit this place!

Hi Michelle, Thank you for the great review! We really enjoyed your company as well. Guests like you and your folks are why we love hosting :)

What a dream place! We loved every second we spent at the farm! It’s just magical! Everything from the dogs to the colibris, the butterflies the fresh eggs and bananas… the cool evenings in the rocking chairs on the terrace. We just didn’t want to leave. We will for sure be back! Thanks for creating such a wonderful place and share it with others!

Hi Marion, Thank you so much. We are glad your stay was magical :) We hope to get to meet you again sometime! Safe travels!

The little house was a perfect little haven for our family, though you will need transportation to get to it and around, The surroundings were delightful with a multitude of fruit trees flowers and exoctic plants.

Hi Jason, Thank you both for staying with us and writing your sweet review. It was a pleasure to host you! Hanna

Our stay at Finca Ometepe was amazing! The place is very peaceful, the garden is gorgeous and the animals are in paradise! Very recommended!

Hi Amelie, Thank you! You were lovely guests :) Hanna

I'd be hard pushed to think of a better airbnb ive stayed in anywhere in the world. absolutely beautiful location. they let us feed the baby goats, showed us around the organic farm where we can pick whatever to cook with, took us on horses etc. we genuinely didn't want to leave. amazing

Thank you, Dinia! Sorry I didn't respond earlier! Best, Hanna

Finca Ometepe was the highlight of our trip to Nicaragua. Wish we could have stayed longer. Joshua, Edgar and Hector were amazing and provided us with everything we needed and more. We especially miss Luna and Black, the sweetest, best dogs ever.

The most amazing Airbnb I have ever stayed in, the photos don’t do it justice. The property is massive with so many parts of nature to immerse your self. Lots of flowers, birds, butterflies and farm animals. The Airbnb itself is furnished so nicely and you never want to leave the hammocks on the porch. Thank you so much for having us !

Hi Olivia, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely and detailed review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay :) Hanna

lovely, calm place with a great view ans incredible garden and very nice people l, Great area on the island, great communication.

Lovely little homey set up, good location!

This is a beautiful place to stay on Ometepe, tucked away against the flanks of the volcano with magnificent views of the lake and surrounded by wildlife. The cottage is very well equipped, spacious and with some lovely design touches. It is part of a gorgeous small farm with bountiful fresh fruit and stunning gardens. Hanna and her team are so welcoming and friendly, with really clear communication throughout. It was a wonderful experience staying here and if you are visiting the island, this should definitely be your first choice for accommodation!

Finca Ometepe is the perfect place to unwind and truly feel at peace. Located on the Volcano Maderas side of Ometepe, the Airbnb provides guests with seclusion and tranquility. Finca Ometepe is also a semi-sustaining lodge that has an array of different farm animals to keep guests occupied and makes the experience more enjoyable. The host, Hannah, is really receptive and friendly, providing guests with many insight to the island as well as any assistance with their stay.

Our stay was brief but really good. It had everything we needed and a little more. The extremely attached dogs and the garden with herbs were a great bonus

Magical garden in Ometepe with great hosts. Perfect location next to popular spots and amazing food. I would love to book again.

Beautiful finca, we enjoyed the stay! Communication on site was sometimes difficult but with the help of Hanna and Airb&b everything was sorted out well.

Thank you so much to Josh and everyone we interacted with at this truly magical place! Everything was exactly as described. Stunning grounds and amazing privacy.  Beautiful flowers and gardens, plus so many amazing outdoor amenities, like an outdoor shower and a pizza oven. Wonderfully clean and well-appointed with lots of space to spread your things out. We did not want to leave this heavenly place. Very long driveway (as accurately described), which we loved for privacy reasons. We rented a moto while we were there - our hosts helped us arrange this. This part of the island is the best part!! Definitely eat at Cafe Campestre while you stay! Enjoy this magical place.

Little paradise farm, looks even better than in the photos, lots of flowers, birds and butterflies with a view on the lake from the balcony. We were always thorned between staying on the farm and exploring the island. Very well equiped kitchen in terms of cookware, although it could have been a nice extra to have basics like salt/pepper/oil maybe some spices, so make sure you stop at the grocery in Moyogalpa as there are none close and it's decent ride to get back there. Hosts were proactive, extremely helpful and very responsive to our questions and they offered us delicious fresh fruits from the garden.

amazing spot to chill out for a few days, we wished we had stayed longer

Absolutely stunning property. Extremely clean and a very attentive and caring host who will accommodate to your needs. I would definitely recommend!

Paid for a farm experience. Got to stay on a beautiful property with fruit trees and animals and have all the amenities you have at home, in a country that this is not expected. Beds were comfortable. We would have appreciated a better tour with the animals and been shown the milking and care of animals. But Josh was very responsive and whenever we directly asked him to show us something or help us get eggs, he was always happy to help :)

Do know that we stayed at both the big house and little house, so our review is for both places. We loved them both. The whole farm is a really special place, and the whole time we were there we were comfortable, felt connected to the natural surroundings, and felt welcomed and taken care of by the amazing caretakers. The farm fresh eggs, bananas, and passion fruit each day were an incredible treat! The smaller home feels a little more tucked away, rustic, and private. The larger house is more equipped for a larger group and is located in the middle of the property. Both are really incredible. Other incredible experiences included meeting the farm animals, playing with dogs Luna and Black, the glow of the property at night, the outdoor shower, and a Friday night bonfire. A vehicle is necessary to explore the area. We feel like we discovered a truly special place and look forward to returning.

We loved our magical stay!! The farm house is amazing, so well thought out with breath taking surroundings. I would highly recommend this oasis!!! Will definitely return!

It's a great place to relax. We had a pretty dog named Luna who was standing guard in front of the house. I loved seeing the chickens, turkeys… walking around the house. The staff was friendly and helpful. Everything was spotless. We had the chance to eat fresh fruit from the garden, eggs from the chicken coop.  You must have a vehicle to move around because it is far from the village. Very happy to have stayed there.

C’est un excellent endroit pour relaxer. Nous avions une jolie chienne nommée Luna qui montait la garde devant la maison. J’ai adoré voir les poules, dindes… se promener autour de la maison. Le personnel était amical et serviable. Tout était impeccable. Nous avons eu l’occasion de manger des fruits frais du jardin, des œufs du poulailler.  Vous devez avoir un véhicule pour ce déplacer car c’est loin du village. Très heureuse d’y avoir séjourné.

Lovely house on a peaceful farm with lots of animals and fruit trees around. Good location too, close to restaurants but still very hidden in the middle of nature. Big plus was the fresh goat milk in the morning and picking oranges from the tree! Overall a very pleasant stay.

Peaceful and private, our stay at Finca Ometepe was a welcomed bit of relaxation on our month long trip in Central America. Our kids loved the animals and the grounds and the whole family loves pizza night. We will long have memories of the birds and breezes in the morning.

Hi Gregory, Thank you for your lovely review! It was a pleasure to host you and your family on our farm!

Hello Aglaé, Thank you for your review and for staying with us at Finca Ometepe!

I cannot recommend Finca Ometepe enough. The farm workers were immensely helpful, and consistently went out of their way to help us - took us to the store, helped us arrange taxis, helped us arrange ATV/scooters, etc. The animals, especially Luna, will be deeply missed. This place far exceeded my expectations and was very peaceful. I cannot recommend enough!!!

Hello Jillian, Thank you so, so much for your lovely review! I am glad you had a great experience. We love it so much on our farm; we are glad you did too!

More beautiful than the pictures! I hope I can be back in the future.

Hello Marta, You are welcome anytime! It was a pleasure to host you!

Finca Ometepe was an amazing stay! It is a gorgeous property and the house is beautiful and very clean. On arrival we got fresh farm eggs that came from the chickens on the property and fresh fruit. Luna and Black, the dogs were an added bonus who loved to greet when you woke in the morning and came back from your day. Josh was very kind and easy to communicate with and was very helpful! Would 10/10 recommend to stay here!

Hello Alexandra, Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review! We are very glad you enjoyed your time at our home! We hope the rest of your trip was lovely as well!

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