Amazing, Breathtaking Views! The view incorporates San Juan del Sur, the bay, the wide expanse of the Pacific Ocean, the Costa Rican mountains. Ideal for relaxing, exploring, or simply enjoying the unforgettable sunsets. A beautifully designed 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a private pool. Only registered guests are allowed on the property. Payment is based on the number of guests. Please update your stay if bringing extra guests. The space The view is truly mesmerizing! We are not exaggerating -this view is unforgettable. From the home you’ll see the town of San Juan del Sur, the bay, the wide expanse of the Pacific Ocean, and even the Costa Rican mountains. Guests love this place for its outdoor space, peaceful location, and the incredible scenery. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, small groups, and business travelers. The home is designed for comfort and natural airflow. Air conditioning is in the bedrooms only, and we kindly request it only be used at night if needed. We try to keep our nightly fee low but need guests to be mindful and help keep energy usage and electrical costs reasonable. If you enjoy staying environmentally conscious, the house stays comfortable when the screened windows are open—its architectural design and insulation take full advantage of the famous Papagayo breezes. Relax in the private infinity pool overlooking the Pacific and San Juan del Sur Bay. Watch cruise ships, sailboats, and fishing vessels enter the harbor below. During the right season, the sunsets are absolutely mesmerizing from the pool. Location & Surroundings The home is nestled near the Cristo de La Misericordia. An easy walk to visit the statue. San Juan del Sur offers fantastic restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and countless excursions. Nearby activities include: Deep-sea fishing Surfing at world-class beaches like Playa Maderas, and Playa Remanso. Paddleboarding and kayaking Ziplining Day trips to Ometepe Island (about 45 minutes to the ferry) The area is rich with pristine beaches and national parks where sea turtles nest. Guest access Guests have the house to themselves. There is a caretaker living on site in his own casita. He will meet you at check in and be present on the property during your stay. Other things to note The walk to town is fun and quick (20 minutes) when the tide is out. There is a steep cliffside that you will need to navigate which takes you to a rocky area of beach. A short walk on the rocky area and you will be on a beautiful sandy beach of the bay of San Juan Del Sur. We recommend having a vehicle or an side-by-side ATV (available for rent in town) to get to local beaches and back and forth to town.

## The Space

This beautifully designed three-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers breathtaking views of San Juan del Sur, the bay, the vast Pacific Ocean, and the Costa Rican mountains. It features a private infinity pool overlooking the ocean and bay, perfect for relaxing while watching cruise ships, sailboats, and fishing boats enter the harbor. During the right season, the sunsets from the pool area are truly unforgettable.

The house is crafted for comfort and natural ventilation. Air conditioning is available only in the bedrooms and is kindly requested to be used at night if necessary, helping to keep energy consumption and costs low. With screened windows open, the home remains comfortable by taking full advantage of the famous Papagayo breezes through its architectural design and insulation.

Only registered guests are permitted on the property. Payment is based on the number of guests, so please update your reservation if additional guests will be joining.

This property is ideal for couples, solo travelers, small groups, and business travelers who appreciate peaceful surroundings and stunning scenery.

## Location and Surroundings

The home is situated near the Cristo de La Misericordia statue, which is an easy walk away. San Juan del Sur offers a variety of excellent restaurants, shopping options, nightlife, and numerous excursions.

Nearby activities include:

- Deep-sea fishing  
- Surfing at world-class beaches such as Playa Maderas and Playa Remanso  
- Paddleboarding and kayaking  
- Ziplining  
- Day trips to Ometepe Island (approximately 45 minutes to the ferry)  

The region is known for its pristine beaches and national parks where sea turtles nest.

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive access to the entire house. A caretaker lives on-site in a separate casita, will greet you at check-in, and remains available on the property throughout your stay.

## Additional Information

The walk to town takes about 20 minutes when the tide is low and includes navigating a steep cliffside leading to a rocky beach area. After a short walk across the rocks, you will reach a beautiful sandy beach on San Juan del Sur Bay.

For convenience, it is recommended to have a vehicle or rent a side-by-side ATV in town to travel to local beaches and for trips to and from town.

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Private home with excellent views! - Houses for Rent in San Juan del Sur, Rivas, Nicaragua

Great view Even saw monkeys in the tree next to the pool

Aww the little family of monkeys that hangs out there sometimes.  Makes the stay that much better!   Hope to host you again.

What an amazing, breathtaking, beautiful place!! Private, peaceful and the views are the best!! One of my favorite places so far and deff a 10/10!!

After a couple days in the heart of town, we wanted something a little more quiet and peaceful. This is exactly what we found, with the bonus of endless views of the bay, ocean and amazing sunsets. The private pool was a huge bonus and the hammocks were great for lounging. Would definitely stay again if in the area.

Stunning views of the coast from the pool, spacious and luxurious house, guard nearby. An excellent rental!

Vue imprenable sur la côte depuis la piscine, maison spacieuse et luxueuse, gardien à proximité. Une location excellente !

We had a great time, good service and amenities

La pasamos muy bien , buena atención y amenidades

Great view, staff very helpful, Susan easy to communicate with. Great visit.

HORRIBLE host and very RUDE. Wouldn’t stay here for free if she offered. She always has her caretakers looking at what you doing. There’s a camera that looks at the entrance of the house to see what’s going on. Nice place but the host killed my vacation out there. She sent her caretaker to kick people out the house like my grandma and my aunts. Find somewhere else who knows how to treat guest.

Thank you for your feedback. For clarity, the reservation was made for four guests, but nine people arrived. Our goal is always to provide a safe and comfortable stay, and in this case, we accommodated the group for the first night to ensure they had a place to stay. The extra guests were to leave by 12:00 PM the next day. At 2:30 pm onsite staff requested they leave, well past agreed upon check out time. Our home has clear house rules, including guest limits and check-out times, which help us maintain a positive experience for everyone. The outdoor camera is positioned only at the entrance for safety and check-in purposes—it does not monitor private spaces. Nearly all stays at our property are positive when house rules are respected, and we remain committed to providing a welcoming environment for all guests.

The House and the View are stunning but there is a lack of furniture. The house is too big fir the furniture it has inside.

What a beautiful place! The view was breathtaking and the house was lovely. Our caretaker was so kind - thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to go back.

Great location, great location and truely truely amazing lauout and views ! The pictures don’t do the house justice, it is even better ! One thing to note: There is a caretaker living next to the house. This is not a negative and Alberto was always eager to help, but for those seeking full privacy, it’s just good to know. Overall, would definitly stay again !

My family and I had a great experience. Susan’s place is better than the photographs portray. Amazing views. Susan was also a great host!

Amazing place to visit in San Juan del Sur, this place is better than the pictures! Highly recommend staying here, we will book again for sure.

Very beautiful view, good location if car, spacious and equipped with air conditioning the only problem was two power outages including one the first night night on our arrival, without water too

Très belle vue, emplacement bon si voiture, spacieux et équipé de clim le seul problème a été deux coupures d’électricités dont une toute la première soirée nuit à notre arrivée, sans eau également

I have never felt so ripped off in my life for an Airbnb. The pictures are very misleading. The home is not clean, low water pressure, no air condition, no towels, dirty pool, bugs everywhere inside the home. It was the most horrific Airbnb experience I have ever had. I lost over 600.00 just for the Airbnb not to mention another 500.00 for her suggested travel guide. I was ripped off the entire time I was there. It felt like a complete scam.

Magical location. Amazing view. House was well built, can use some minor tlc. I

Stay was great. Susan’s team was very attentive and helpful. They were there when we needed them and gave us privacy the remainder of the time. The pictures don’t do justice to the site unlike a lot of the promotional ones of other stays. Would stay there, if it was available, when we  visit again.

I usually don’t leave reviews but Susan’s place was absolutely breathtaking the pictures do not do it justice. We had an issue with the shower heads and Susan and Martha got someone right over to replace them. Martha was the real star of the show and reason why we will absolutely be returning. She cooked breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks for us which were better then you can imagine and her husband makes excellent mixed drinks. We rented a car but had trouble navigating the steep hills so her husband offered to be our driver back and forth into town and even helped us with our rental that got messed up. My boyfriend got sick the second day and Martha made him homemade soup and tea and got him medicine. She was there for everything we needed and made the place even more wonderful then it already was. Thank you again! We will be back!

the caretaker couple that live at the property were incredible. we arrived very late. then woke up with no coffee or food. they came over to help. we made a list of groceries they went to the store. by the time I got out of the bathroom, she was already making us breakfast. any issues at all they helped us with. the view is probably the best I've ever seen in Nicaragua.

A special place and very good treatment from the keepers

Un lugar especial y muy buen trato de los guardeses

Beautiful house , view and staff. Thank you Susan

Amazing view and perfect location if you want to get relax. Martha and her husband were so helpful, always there when you need it. They make me feel like home.

Susan thank you. No surprises, we did share the lot with the house keeper but we felt like we had our privacy and she kept the house pristine. Very tough walk to the town but definitely worth the space, view, and the pool overlooking the bay is worth the stay alone

This place it’s a super Beautiful and peaceful, the viewing it’s spectacular, The house super clean and Hostess are nice person, love everything, I recommend this place like 5 star 🌟 Thank you so much 😊

This place was amazing, and Susan was incredibly helpful. One of the best deals I've found on Airbnb

Susan?was amazing the hosts Marta & Ridley were amazing and very helpful.

Thank you Susan, I’m glad this house was available to extend our stay. Thank you !!!

it was my second time staying here. it was awesome and I will be back. Susan is amazing.

Incredible place with insane views! Martha was outstanding and helped us with everything, definitely have her cook you a meal!!

The home was perfect for my family of 4 (2 toddlers) and the views were amazing. The on-site help of Señora Martha and Don Ridley was more than expected. Both Señora Martha and Don Ridley went above and beyond to provide you with anything you needed. Señora Martha’s cooking of la comida tradicional de Nicaragua is a must try. Susan was quick to respond to texts and emails as well. I highly recommend the home for a nice tranquil escape, amazing views, breathtaking sunrises/sunsets. Thank you and hope to be back soon.

House and very beautiful view, especially the privacy.

Casa y vista muy bella, sobre todo me encanto la privacidad.

Olas Bravas is allllll about that view!!!!! It’s far better in real life than the photos convey. Martha and Ridley are generous and kind and happy to support however you need. Susan was incredibly helpful and responsive to our needs.  Thank you Susan, Martha and Ridley!

This place was one of the most spectacular views we have ever experienced in our travels, and we have travelled a lot. With it’s own property caretaker onsite, security was never an issue. As with many things in Nicaragua directions to the location are always a little bit interesting. However, it’s a very common and very sought after location so once you get there you will never be disappointed. Susan was fantastic to work with and the pictures don’t even come close to capturing the beauty of this gem. Will definitely stay here again on our next visit.

What an incredible place! A touch of paradise. My family and I stayed at this beautiful home and enjoyed every minute of our stay. This home is on a mountain and the picture shown on the listing are accurate, however standing and looking at that view was breath taking. Very clean well equiped home with all the amenities you will need. The caretakers, Martha and Ridley were such pleasant and helpful people. They were so helpful with anything we asked of them. Overall this place is a 5 star stay. My family and I will go back there again! I will give one recommendation for staying at this beautiful home, you should consider a SUV or 4 wheel drive of some kind. The roads are fine going to the house however very steep inclines and coming down from the was intimidating the first couple times, but we managed well, so therefor it wasn't a negative. Thank you Susan for allowing us to enjoy this home. And a special thank you to Martha and Ridley. 🙏

Just amazing, perfect place, incredible view!

The most incredible and beautiful vacation. It was as close to Paradise as you can get. Martha, the caretaker on site, cooked the most delicious meals for us. I would give it more than five stars if I could.

Spectacular views and  service  made for a great vacation !

We enjoyed our stay at Casa Olas Bravas, the home was beautiful and San Juan del Sur was an amazing stop during our Nicaragua trip!

I just stayed this last weekend and the house is absolutely amazing. The pictures don’t do justice to the view and beautiful it is. The staff absolutely helpful. Thank you so much Susan! Definitely expected me back in the future

This was a beautiful experience from start to finish. We got a little bit lost coming to the house but the caretaker met us on his motorcycle and we followed him to the house. It is hard to find service like this anywhere. The house and the views are much better than we expected and also in my opinion better than the listing. It is a beautiful house with spectacular views.

I’ve been to Nicaragua about 20 times and this property is far and away the most amazing outdoor living space and best view in the country if not the continent!!! The photos don’t do it justice.  Must experience in person.  Caretaker was amazing.  There if you need, but if not it’s very private.  I will definitely return!!!!

Everything was amazing and the view  breathtaking. We held our wedding there and it was gorgeous. Housekeeper helped where she could and was so sweet. I didn't want to leave. By far the best place we stayed during our month in Nica. Only thing was the road and driveway. Very steep and we had to park up the hill. A compact car is not recommended.

One of the most Beautiful views in San Juan , easy check in , 10/10, I would recommend going in a truck or SUV. I would definitely come back .

Susan is a great support. Your responses are very timely.

Susan es un gran apoyo. Sus respuestas son muy oportunas.

Amazing view and so relaxing. We loved our time here and will be back!

If you aren’t staying here then what are you doing???!!!!! This Airbnb is one of thee nicest properties I’ve ever stayed at. The pictures don’t do the view any justice. The view will leave you speechless! The people that take care of the house were so nice and helpful. They helped us get a taxi, who became our taxi for the entire time that we were there. I can’t say anything negative about this place. It’s worth every penny! I would come back in a heartbeat.

This place is beautiful and the views are stunning!  Its situated far enough from town as to be very peaceful and relaxing,  yet close enough for trips to town for beach time, shopping, happy hour, etc.  It is impeccably clean and the lovely caretakers stay in the casita on the property to address any needs that might arise (though we didn’t have any).  The kitchen is well equipped for preparing meals on site if desired.  It stays very cool through the day and has a good breeze inside and in the terrace.  Definitely feels like a hidden gem :)

Being a pilot for over 40 years and also being a super host for many years, Susan's place is beautiful and probably the cleanest well maintained Airbnb that we have stayed at. Maria and Elmo are rockstars, we plan on returning and staying at Susan's place. The house is stellar and we felt at home the whole time. 5+ stars

Everything was excellent!  the view, the place, very peaceful and calm!

Very clean and tidy home. Well taken care of. Views are unreal. Lovely caretakers on the property. Ideal to have a vehicle or motorcycle as it can be up to $20 each way in taxi!

The Best Casa ever such a nice place, garden, view and caretakers are World Class. My wife and I can’t wait to come back!

Incredible value for money here at this amazing house. I think it may have the best location in SJDS. You do need a car unless you want to deal with taxis… And you do need to be ok with driving on very steep roads. The location is so good because the house hangs on a cliff so it’s worth it!! Susan, Maria Elena and Elmo were very easy to communicate with and always super helpful. I will be going back often. Such a special place!!! I only left to surf, sail and ride horses. I ate every meal at the house s as bd barely went into the party town proper. The house was just so perfect. Thank you, Susan!!

Can’t say enough about the view!  Just beautiful!  Just as advertised!

probably one of the best views in SJDS by far .tanx to our host Susan, we had a wonderful time there

Perfect location with great views. Susan and the caretaker are caring people and the house was in perfect shape.

A beautiful place, the views are unbelievable stunning!  Maria and Elmo are so helpful and sweet, we asked Maria to cook for us every night and she prepared fruitsalad for us in the morning. We hope to come back!

Such a beautiful place and very well-maintained by Elmo and his wife. I recommend a stay here wholeheartedly!

Great place! View is superb and the house is spotless. Pool is a wonderful way to pass the hot afternoon hours.

Olas Bravas was incredible and the pictures don't do it justice - as expected. The home was safely tucked away in a private, gated residence and the house itself was gated and locked each night by the on premise hosts - Elmo and Maria. Elmo and Maria were an absolute pleasure and very attentive and helpful every day of my stay. They cleaned the house when I was out each day, set up the outdoor patio and tidied up for me regularly. Maria cooked dinner one night and it was spectacular and delicious! She picked up the food per my request, cooked and cleaned up afterwards. I'd highly recommend staying here and would return in a heartbeat - thank you Susan and muchas muchas gracias Maria y Elmo!

The view is spectacular! The caretakers, Elmo and Maria were a complete delight. There were only two of us but it was perfect for our purposes and would be a great place ff you had a group to take advantage of all 3 bedrooms. We got engaged on this trip on the patio and that will endear this house to us forever.

This home is an absolute treasure.  The views of the ocean and San Juan del sur were breathtaking.  The home comes with caretakers who live next door and they keep everything clean, change bed linens and towels and also do your laundry all included.  There is also an infinity pool which overlooks the Pacific!  Also the most comfortable hammock ‼️

beautiful view. Nice spacious house. Children enjoyed the pool. We were attended well and had a great stay.

super place I loved the view the workers are the best I am very happy and if I would go again with pleasure

The view from the deck/pool was unreal. The house was up to date, clean, and secure. Maria and Elmo were awesome and very helpful. The walk to town was around 20 minutes, but we rented mopeds for $10/day and it was perfect. Although airline travel to and from Managua was a pain with the pandemic, this house made it totally worth it. Thank you Susan!

What makes the house incredible is the outside terrace , pool with an insane view. We love it and thank you so much Susan for giving us more time to enjoy!

Nice house for 6 with the best view over SJDS. Well equipped, clean and perfect. Warm welcome by the caretaker and very helpful during the stay. The wonderful Playa Hermosa is just a few miles away.

Te place is run down and needs $$ Ann’s time from Owners. Beds , pillows, torn sheets many kitchen item needed. I am. An experienced bilingual travelerand for 6 weeks, the price for a single person —-not worth it! Caretakers are wonderful, but are are limited with $ from Susan. Maybe 10 years ago the place was luxurious, but not in November-December 2020. Not a good bang for your buck.

Hello Joanne, I am deeply sorry that was your experience.  Most likely, communication is an issue between myself and the caretakers.  I asked the caretakers to purchase a new blender immediately when you advised it was not working to grind your coffee beans.  I offered to have one brought from Managua and anything else you needed.  We have a brand new set of twelve towels from the United States and new white 800 count sheet sets for each bed available for use in the home.   I am embarrassed and feel awful that your sheets were torn and not luxurious.  We pride ourselves on offering a top hotel experience when it comes to the amenities.  The caretakers were requested to have the best Nicaraguan coffee available for your arrival, a bottle of rum, a bag of ice, and as well the first 5-gallon bottle of purified water is always provided.  I also requested they go above and beyond and get any groceries or pick up any town items that you may want.  We recently painted the inside and outside of the home, had all the wood polished and new furniture cushions.  There is also an outside bar and yoga studio added to increase the tenants' experience, both recent, so they should be in excellent condition. We added many plants and trees to the landscape to enhance the home as well.  We also brought new pillows from the United States on our last trip there.  We are lucky to travel often and appreciate that people work hard for their money and deserve the best we can offer.  Thank you for your feedback, as it has prompted us to hire a translator and sort out the issues between the caretakers and ourselves regarding the amenities provided. Had I known during your stay, I would have remedied anything I possibly could have to meet your expectations.  As you know, I was readily available for communication.    Again, my sincere apologies that this was your experience. I hope you were able to find the serenity and joy in your travels that you deserved.

Awesome view, spacious and very clean place, highly recommended.

The VIEW, the VIEW, the VIEW. It hard to believe that there is something else that is even better. The house hosts Maria and Elmo. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic I had to leave due to closing boarders to foreigners and a Level 4 travel restriction was put in place. That being said, Maria, Elmo, and their son brought it to my attention long before the State Department or the internet picked up on it. They arraigned a taxi for 6am to the airport. I luckily got a flight out within 1 1/2 of arriving at the airport. Maria and Elmo will always be the best part of my 3 days in Nicaragua. They let me know that a cruise ship docked the day before I arrived and disembarked. Warning me that we may not want to go to bars and restaurants. We went to the market and bought food and Maria cooked 3 delicious meals a day for us. Elmo and Maria were very social. We were able to become friends. Tears and hugs were exchanged when I came to the decision to leave a day earlier than expected. I commend Susan and the whole AB&B community for coming together and giving refunds for such extenuating circumstances. Susan let me know they will be refunding my last night within 15 minutes. Thank you Susan. The house is as advertised. The kitchen was the most equipped I've ever seen. The place was immaculate. The breeze was enough to keep the house comfortable. The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms large. Remember as good as the view is Maria and Elmo are the stars of this rental. I hope to return and finish my trip. You can be assured that my trip will include a stay here again to take in the view AND to see my new friends Maria and Elmo. Thank you both for everything.

The pictures don't capture how incredibly beautiful this home is. The view and layout of the house are breathtaking. The roads leading to the house are very steep with some sharp turns but the directions we received were spot-on and we found it with no issues. Our car was small and low-lying but did the job, although next time we will rent a larger vehicle or a buggy for the drive to and from the house. There is a local Pali grocery store with essentials but we stopped at the Walmart in Managua on the way to grab items that are not easy to find in SJDS. The caretakers were so helpful with everything and responded promptly when we needed anything. They even went to town for us to repair our flat tire. The walk into town is easy and scenic along the water's edge. We did take a taxi back to the house one day which ended up costing $15 USD. The Christ statue is about a 10 min walk up the hill. I will absolutely stay here again on my next trip to SJDS and would highly recommend this place.

No words can explain this home, it is a jewel for sure. It has the best view of San Juan and the Ocean. You will be in awe of this place, the good mix of indoor space and the amazing outdoor space will blow your mind. Highly recommend this place. Communication was A+ Would stay here again for sure

Amazing view! Great location! Safe in a gated community

Get ready for a magical moment, a combination of privacy, luxury, comfort and paradisiacal landscaping. In my opinion excellent.

Prepárate para un momento mágico, una combinación de privacidad, lujo, confort y paisajismo paradisíaco. En mi opinión Excelente.

This place have a beautiful view, spacious living space and the location could not be better

Awesome house just outside of San Juan Del Sur. It can be a little be tricky to get to, if you aren't prepared for it, as the roads to the house are incredibly steep. Impossible gorgeous view from the balcony, quick 15 minute walk to downtown along the beach, super helpful caretaker right next store, what's not to love? If I find myself in Nicaragua again I will definitely be contacting Susan!

Highly recommend this great house.  Had a great time relaxing in the hammock and watching the sunset.  The infinity pool and view made my trip!  Relatively close to the town and you can have a nice hike up to the Christ statute.  The resident caretakers (Maria and Elmo) were very accommodating and personable.  Again, good experience all around and I would recommend it for the future.

The place is literally amazing: a fantastic view, great space, lovely decorated, walking distance to town - everything you need for a great stay, we couldnt have been happier! The caretakers were lovely and we appreciated their help a lot! Thank you for having us!

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