This tiny house is under huge shade trees and from the screened porch you can enjoy the daily parade of animal life. You have your private internet and you are a short walk to the most beautiful beach in Nicaragua. Chill in nature and have an authentic experences The space A small one bedroom home back under the trees. It is a short walk to the market, internet cafe and restaurants of Playa Gigante and an even shorter walk to the most beautiful beach in Nicaragua , Playa Amarillo. The house has a queens sized bed, a large bathroom and a full sized well equipped Kitchen. and the most beautiful beach in Nicaragua a very short walk away. There is a little store just down the street. The is surfing sailing, fishing, and beach walking also just a short walk away. Cows,horses and sometime a group of Howler Monkeys wander the property. It's rural real Nicaragua. We can arrange a ride in from the airport or from almost anywhere in Nicaragua for a very affordable price Guest access Tiny house under the trees in a little community of cool people. Five min walk to the nicest beach in Nicaragua. Playa Amarillo is almost completely undeveloped. Mile long white sand with a friendly surfing community. This tiny house has a bedroom with queen bed, bathroom and separate kitchen. The full length porch is screened. Making it a really lovely place to chill. You will notice my staff are all Nicas and are super friendly, helpful and willing to please, the real beauty of Nicaragua is her people. Other things to note Standing on the beach. looking at the ocean, if you turn right you will come to a small hill we call the LOMA. At the bottom of the Loma is Doña Lynn’s and the Gigante Spanish Language School. Dona Lynn cooks Nica style meals over a wood fire. Everything is good. Consult the white board for options. Ask the price before you order, sometimes there is confusion over the price. They are a good source for close, cold beer. Bring your own bottle to trade so you can get a cheaper price. If you turn left right at the front fence and follow it across the river you will come to the Bar Cascada. This short cut keeps you from having to walk thru Dona Lynn’s. Cascade sells ice cold beer to go and tacos, burritos and chicken dinners. All very good. Remember that we reuse the beer bottles in Nicaragua so to avoid paying a deposit take a bottle from the bucket in the largest chill zone. Look around you will see it. Monkey House is at the top of the Loma and offers a commanding view of the sunset and beach to the north. The food is good. Now, if you were to turn left on the beach, Continue south on the beach and you will come to Mirador Margarita’s. This is a beachfront restaurant that doesn’t serve margaritas but the fish is some of the best in town. The reason for this is the fish processing plant is owned by the same family. It is just next-door on the inland side. You can buy fresh fish here also. Now leaving the beach and walking down the road to the right and the center of town you will come to Blue Sol. They have Wifi, TV and an upstairs dining room. Across the street Kitty Corner is an un-named restaurant. Doña Cachita cooks wonderful meals but bring a good book. It takes awhile. Next-door is the Eskimo Ice Cream store! Across the street is Mar y Mar. Another place offering typical Nica style foods. About another block down the road is Room to Roam. This is the “fancy” place in town. Weekends are full of people from Managua. They have proper drinks and an extensive menu . The next restaurant down the road is “Juntos” pronounced who n tos. Canadian run bar and restaurant, that is probably the most popular in town. They have oven fired pizza on Fridays and they really work hard on quality a Next door to the Hostel is Giant’s Foot surf tours. They are only open to the public on Monday for Burger Night. Go early and and the rush. Many places rent surfboards, I recommend Doug at Salty’s Surfboard Rentals. Go all the way into town on the only road till you have to t

## The Space

This cozy one-bedroom tiny house is nestled under large shade trees, offering a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. From the screened porch, you can enjoy watching the daily parade of local wildlife. The house includes a queen-sized bed, a spacious bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Located just a short walk from Playa Amarillo, one of Nicaragua's most beautiful beaches, the home provides easy access to surfing, sailing, fishing, and beach walking. Nearby, you'll find a small store for essentials.

The property is rural and authentic, with cows, horses, and occasionally a group of howler monkeys wandering nearby. Private internet is available, and transportation from the airport or other locations in Nicaragua can be arranged at an affordable rate.

## Location

The tiny house is situated in a small community of friendly locals, just five minutes on foot from Playa Amarillo. This nearly undeveloped beach features a mile of white sand and a welcoming surfing community.

Within walking distance are the market, internet café, and various restaurants in Playa Gigante.

## Amenities

- Queen-sized bed in the bedroom  
- Large bathroom  
- Full kitchen with all necessary equipment  
- Screened full-length porch for relaxing  
- Private internet access  
- Nearby small convenience store  

## Local Attractions and Dining

Standing on the beach and facing the ocean:

- Turning right leads to a small hill called the Loma. At its base is Doña Lynn’s and the Gigante Spanish Language School. Doña Lynn prepares traditional Nicaraguan meals cooked over a wood fire. Check the whiteboard for menu options and confirm prices before ordering. They also offer cold beer; bringing your own bottle for trade can reduce costs.

- Turning left at the front fence and crossing the river brings you to Bar Cascada, which sells cold beer to go, tacos, burritos, and chicken dinners. Beer bottles are reused locally, so to avoid a deposit, take a bottle from the bucket in the largest chill zone nearby.

- At the top of the Loma is Monkey House, offering excellent food and a stunning view of the sunset and the beach to the north.

- Continuing south along the beach leads to Mirador Margarita’s, a beachfront restaurant known for some of the best fish dishes in town. The adjacent fish processing plant, owned by the same family, sells fresh fish.

Walking into town along the main road:

- Blue Sol offers Wi-Fi, TV, and an upstairs dining area.

- Across the street is an unnamed restaurant where Doña Cachita serves delicious meals, though service can be slow, so bring a good book.

- Next door is Eskimo Ice Cream.

- Across the street is Mar y Mar, serving typical Nicaraguan cuisine.

- About a block further is Room to Roam, considered the more upscale spot in town, popular on weekends with visitors from Managua. They offer a wide menu and quality drinks.

- Nearby is Juntos (pronounced "who n tos"), a Canadian-run bar and restaurant known for oven-fired pizza on Fridays and a focus on quality.

- Next to the hostel is Giant’s Foot Surf Tours, open to the public only on Mondays for Burger Night—arrive early to avoid the rush.

- Surfboard rentals are available throughout town; Doug at Salty’s Surfboard Rentals comes highly recommended.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the tiny house and its screened porch. The community is welcoming and laid-back, providing a genuine experience of rural Nicaragua and its warm people. The staff are all local Nicaraguans who are friendly, helpful, and eager to assist.

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La Casita under the Trees - Houses for Rent in Playa Gigante, Tola, Nicaragua

Great for a surf trip! The screened in porch was fabulous. The place is big enough for 1-2. Minimal supplies but enough to make meals. Necessities like water (5gallons/week), tp, clean towels were promptly supplied. I had a wonderful time in El Gigante.

A very nice and cosy stay. Location is pretty good, not far from the town nor the beach. There is no internet or service but you dont really need that there ( you can go to the town, where there is some free wifi). All in all we were very happy, we had everything we needed and the people managing the place were very nice.

Fantastic place to relax, a little bit away from the main street. Its very peaceful and close to the beaches.

The casita is a lovely place to stay for a little while. Bed is comfortable, we slept with the fan on, which does make some noise, so if you get bothered by that, be aware. Everything is simple, but functional and has everything you need. We were positively surprised by the electric shower, as we had no hot water anywhere else in Nica in this price range accommodation. The kitchen has a basic equipment and the only thing we were really missing was cutting board. There was some drinking water available for us as well. The little terrace is a great place to relax and there are a lot of animals around, wild ones (Monkeys+birds) and farm ones (pigs+hens) alike. The walk into town and to the beach is not bad (5min). Only downsides: We didn't really have great communication with Dave, as never seemed to really read our messages and only half-answered questions, which was confusing. Also the wifi didn't work and was not fixed during our stay, so we had to use his other place for this.

The place was hard ti find even for an experienced taxi driver.  Dale NEVER answered his phone.  There was NO internet or WiFi.  Places to buy food were limited.  There were to ATM machines in the whole town. Lots of dangerous loose dogs

sally im shocked by your review. i met you as you unloaded the Taxi at Cool Place which has a sign and any taxi driver need only ask anyone. We Stored your Dog Kennel and showed your driver where the casita was. When the shower was too cold for you we installed a hot water shower. When the power went out as it does in Nicaragua we moved you to an upgraded home with a store across the road. Im not going to list your faults. Your a Guest, but read the other reviews of the Casita. A majority are 5 stars.

Dale ended up giving us an upgrade and we had a lovely view of the ocean. Perfect little place with your own kitchen on the balcony in the most idyllic spot. Everything that you need there with a shop a few steps away. Nice quite place with lots of friendly poochies to cuddle.

I booked this place that is also from Dale but I wanted to change to another one called "la casita" that had already been there before, it was not a problem to do it. I really like the place because it is very central and easy to find, the place is safe, it has security personnel at night, the beach is a few steps away, in the place there is a “sale”. There are several restaurants close by, the prices in Gigante are good compared to other close beaches. The house was clean, the kitchen had everything you need.

Reservé este lugar que también es de Dale pero quería cambiar a otro que se llama “la casita” que antes ya había estado ahí, no fue problema hacerlo. Me gusta mucho el lugar por que es muy céntrico y fácil de encontrar, el lugar queda seguro, tiene personal de seguridad en la noche, la playa está a unos cuantos pasos, en el lugar hay una “venta”. Hay varios restaurantes cerca, los precios en Gigante son buenos en comparación con otras playas cercanas. La casita estaba limpia, la cocina tenía todo lo que se necesita.

I stayed here for a week on my own. It is quietly located, 5 minutes walk to the beach( Playa amarillo is a very nice beach) and the restaurants. The porch is fully screened with mesh, so you can sit through it all day without being bothered by mosquitoes. There are pigs, cows and dogs walking by and there are monkeys in the trees. The accommodation is basic, but has everything you need. After 3 days it was asked if the place could be cleaned, and if I needed new towels. There is WiFi available, but it does not work super well. El gigante is worth visiting and the accommodation is recommended.

Ik verbleef hier een week in mijn eentje. Het is rustig gelegen, op 5 minuten lopen van het strand( Playa amarillo is een heel mooi strand) en de restaurants. De veranda is volledig afgeschermd met gaas, waardoor je er de hele dag door kan zitten, zonder last te hebben van muggen. Er lopen varkens, koeien en hondjes langs en in de bomen zitten apen. De accommodatie is basic, maar heeft alles wat je nodig hebt. Na 3 dagen werd er gevraagd of de ruimte kon worden schoongemaakt, en of ik nieuwe handdoeken nodig had. Er is WiFi aanwezig, maar deze werkt niet super goed. El gigante is de moeite waard om te bezoeken en de accommodatie is een aanrader.

Great stay, close walk to everything. after a week in this house we stayed at another of dales places on the beach and have loved it. Playa gigante is a gem. Thanks dale!

the host was helpful and hemp me to change the location for better internet. both places were lovely one in the woods with peace and quiet and the other with a gorgeous ocean view. A very enjoyable stay

Seems like the least ideal of all Dale's spots. this one is back in the woods in a locals area. Lots of noisy farm animals and work nearby. Cool area, the house is decent, and 5 min walk to surf playa Amarillo. Ps the directions are bad: find the green church, make a right, then make your 1st left down the small road. 1st house on left

Great and well equipped casita that serves about anything you could wish for. I think in the former reviewer’s testimonials all the stuff is said, and I concur. One extra positive note though: This was the second establishment in my entire history of travel where there was a freshly sharpened kitchen knife to use. The first establishment where I encountered this, was coincidentally also in Gigante, just a couple days earlier. They take their machetes seriously in this part of the country and that reflects in the kitchenware.

Lovely little cabin. Quiet but still close to everything. Good value for money.

Schöne kleine Hütte. Ruhig, aber trotzdem in der Nähe von allem. Gute Preis-Leistung.

Our favorite place to stay. Thanks to Veronica and staff for making everything so easy.

La casita is a wild place to stay, if you look for a adventure in the jungle. A nice experience, the staff were nice to us.

We had a wonderful stay at Dale's casita. It's the perfect spot to disconnect and enjoy the beautiful beaches (only 5 minutes away). We were even lucky enough to see howler monkeys from the terrace of the house! Plus, Veronica and the rest of the staff were very nice and helpful. 100% recommend!

Dale’s place was awesome. An excellent space to relax and enjoy Gigante, and just a few minutes walk from stores and the beach. We will return soon :)

My stay was very peaceful and relaxing. Dale was not on site, so the driver Dale set up for me was an integral part to planning my activities. I was able to email with Mayner who was very kind and professional. I loved the location, feeling a part of the community and the proximity to the beach. The amenities of the home were just enough, having running water and a fridge was awesome. I easily cooked my own breakfast and could keep sandwich fixins in the fridge. There were also places within walking distance to grab a bite to eat or a drink and watch the sunset. Most of the time I would grab a book and chill in a hammock. Loved it!

Great place! We were well taken care of and comfortable for our two week stay. Close to both the beaches but secluded and private.

The casita is located at an interesting place surrounded by trees and animals all  kinds which gave our stay an athmosphere. The appartment was clean but needs refurbishing as everything is old so it seems not clean even if it was. Dale helped us with everything I needed but before check in, nobody was answering to our questions and we were not told who to contact when we get there so it made us a bit nervous. Other than that, we enjoy our stay, if you are light sleeper, book somewhere else cause animals make noises at night.

Very nice stay in La Casita. The studio is simple and clean, with everything you need. Well located to experience a bit of rural Nicaragua and very close to the beach. Veronica and Dale were very friendly, available and reactive.

Dale's Casita is a wonderful spotif you are looking to be a short walk from the busier Playa Gigante area.  It's lovely to sit on the covered porch with the visiting pigs and chickens for best friends and listen to the howler monkeys and the wind through the awesome tall trees.  It's a 5 minute walk to the surf beach, Playa Amarillo.  The Casita is simple but has everything you need.  The fan keeps it cool enough. The refrigerator works just fine.  The bed is comfy for two and the cleaning folks from Dale's were super friendly, always happy to help us out.  We were so happy to be there and after staying for 6 weeks we didn't want to leave.  Thank you Veronica and Dale and staff!

Cute place, 5 min walk from beach, clean, great kitchen. Staff really great--helpful and friendly. Everything you need at a really great price.

La casita was exactly what we were looking for.  It was safe and clean and spacious for the two of us.  Veronica and the whole staff were very nice and always quick to respond. Even though our spanish-speaking skills were limited, we were able to communicate easily and even laugh at our jokes (especially when husband inevidently locked keys in the house)! We loved the pigs, dogs, chickens and monkeys that came through the yard on a daily basis.

Definitely a do again. Veronica was wonderful and everything lived up to expectations!

Staff was excellent and very helpful. Great, clean accommodations.  If you are a light sleeper you may want to bring earplugs only because there are some really beautiful roosters nearby. ;) Enjoyed our stay. Would recommend 

We loved the little casita. Plenty of room and was nice to be able to cook if we wanted too. Very quiet where we were and if we wanted to socialize it was great walking to the "compound" to hang with other travelers. It was fun being under the trees and the bug netted porch made it very appealing to sit outside. They were also more than accommodating with picking us up at the airport and letting us check in early that day, thank you so much!

Great place for visiting Playa Gigante. A few minutes enjoyable walk into village proper. Also only a few minutes walk to great beach with no development; only a few locals, surfers and swimmers. Others have commented on the free range chickens, pigs and cows. We actually enjoyed. House was perfect for couple and really enjoyed the screened in porch. 

Dale's casita is a great spot to stay in Gigante. The casita is just a few minutes walk from the center of town, the hostel where the management is, and playa amarillo (main spot to surf and amazing for night time walks). Veronica, the property manager was always around and incredibly helpful. She rented us a motorbike to rip around for a day and also helped us out to get some fresh fish from the local fishermen to cook up (which was crazy delicious). The staff offered to clean every day and did an incredibly thorough job. The kitchen has everything you need to cook. Overall great stay, loved the town and the surf. Would love to come back! Thanks!

The casita under the trees is as described. Great location, very close to the sea! Several small evenings organized in the restaurants in the village. Friday pizza at the Juntos bar was my favorite. What beautiful encounters. People at the reception (located 4-5 minutes from the casita) are very kind and helpful. The only less positive comment ""is that there are no ATMs in the village. Plan ahead! The casita is beautiful, clean and well kept. I was woken up by the howler monkeys right on the field one morning. Memorable time. Playa Gigante is a great experience and for surfing Of course you will have Playa Puero a few minutes away that you will definitely enjoy.

La casita under the trees est telle que décrit. Bien située, tout près de la mer! Plusieurs petites soirées organisées dans les restaurants du village. Friday pizza au bar Juntos fut mon coup de coeur. Que de belles rencontres. Les gens de la réception (située à 4-5 minutes de la casita) sont très gentils et serviables. Une seule remarque moins positive""c'est qu'il n'y aucun ATM dans le village. Prévoyez d'avance! La casita est belle, propre et bien entrenue. J'ai été réveillé par les singes hurleurs directement sur le terrain un matin. Moment mémorable. Playa Gigante est une belle expérience et pour pour le Surf Bien-sûr, vous aurez Playa Amarillo à quelque minutes qui vous plaira certainement.

The accommodation is a really nice house in the middle of green nature and neighbors are local people. In addition your are surrounded by monkeys, pigs, cows, birds, chicken, roosters...(early wake up calls) A great experience. Real Nicaragua! The house has everything you need for cooking in a well equipped kitchen. Think about bringing some stuff from the market in rivas. There is not too much choice in the smaller supermarkets in gigante. Both beaches is just 5 mins. Playa Amarillo is much nicer than Playa gigante. Enjoy your sundowner at the Buena Vista Restaurant. Great view for the sunset!

The Casita Under the Trees is exactly what can be expected as it is certainly under some trees and a dozen howler monkeys! The casita is about a 5 min walk from the beach and main street of town. It's also 5 min from Playa Armarillo which is our favourite beach to play on. Dales staff is friendly, welcoming and helpful. It's advised to know a few phrases in Spanish to help you in Gigante. Loved it.

I loved staying at this little house. It's not right in town, so the short walk to the beach was kind of nice, I enjoyed walking by the small homes, family's and animals. The one small downside is that the roosters, dogs and monkeys can be really loud. Not much anyone can do except embrace it. the kitchen has everything you need and the staff is often around to ask questions, get laundry help etc. overall couldn't be happier with this little retreat . The beach is beautiful too! Thanks Dale!

Dales little casita under the trees is a nice place to enjoy the secluded beach of Playa gigante. It feels like a camping trip with cute piglets, chicks, monkeys and cows roaming around.

I nice clean place, nestled in the local community with pigs, chickens and cows frequently waltzing round the accommodation! We think this is a positive anyway! The local church was a little noisy on a night but this provided more comedy moments than anything! The singing was a little out of tune! It was a close walk to the local beaches which were very quiet and beautiful. The cooking facilities were great for saving money and the cabin was well made with a conscious effort to prevent bugs and critters getting in which was much appreciated. A great spot to get away from the crowds with some great beach walks to be had.

Incredible place to stay! Definitely making a return trip in the future. 

I had a great experience in Playa Gigantic. I enjoyed my week there exploring the local area and the other near by beaches Dales place was great. It's true Nicaraguan living, I missed taking a hot shower in the morning, but when your back from a the beach and being in the heat, who needs it. If you have Sprint cell service you will occasionally have signal.

This place is absolutely amazing. Fairly secluded (pretty much you and the locals) but only a 5 minute or so walk to everything...Dale's compound, the heart of the town, restaurants, and some breathtaking beaches. It was awesome having different animals- pigs, cows, chickens and dogs, come by the casita during the day, although if you see the cows out at night be weary. I was pretty sure I was gonna get speared by one of bulls one night when I tried to cross it's path lol. If you want some phenomenal local cuisine Mamma Lynn's is a must! The only thing about the casita that I would mention to the next people staying is that the mini fridge didn't get that cold. We had to keep anything that needed to stay cold in the freezer. We weren't there a long time so it wasn't a big deal, and I never brought it up to Dale. However, if I had, i'm sure he would have had one of his staff look into it, as they, including himself were all very helpful and accommodating. I would most definitely recommend Dale's to anyone wanting to visit this area of Nicaragua, and will stay at his Cool Place's again next time i'm there!

the place is really nice and chilled! location is set back from everything a little which is quiet and great for relaxing but a little far from the water and restaurants! The town in general is nice and has a nice vibe although not the best surf location due to lack of easily accessible surf spots, you have to either walk 30 mins or catch a boat to a decent surf spot. 

I stayed at Casita under the trees for two months and had a great time. You are a stones throw from the beach and far enough away from the centre to experience some peice and quiet ( expect church karaoke, go out to eat on those nights ha). Dale was really helpful from the off and pointed me in the direction of his team. Any problems I had were dealt with immediately. All my neighbours were kind and helpful and made my stay even more special. I enjoyed Gigante so much I decided to stay on for another month. I would like to thank Janet, Veronica and Julián who did everything they could for me. I would recommend the area and the Casita to anyone who is looking to come to Nicaragua. 

La Casita is a small house in the middle of a rustic Nicaraguan village. While small, it is comfortable and does provide the necessary essentials. The overhead and standing fan's in the bedroom are adequate but expect to be hot. The only additional items i would recommend are: a clothesline and access to the outside hose, a couple bikes and an additional overhead fan for the screened in porch.   Be prepared to be the only tourists in your area. La Casita, as mentioned in other posts is about five minutes from the beach (Amarillo) and five minutes from town. There are plenty of restaurants in Gigante but we enjoyed the spot at the top of the cliff; great food and views and a bit cheaper than the places in town.   As a surfer, i was eyeing Colorado's and while it is walkable, the trek is a bitch. The beach break at Playa Amarillo is below average and closes out 90% of the time so unless you're a beginner, be prepared to walk... a lot.   Bottom line - if you're coming to Gigante to relax, La Casita is great. If you're coming for surf, stay closer to the waves.

Jason, I’m sorry the location of my little Casita did not meet your expectations . It has received rave reviews for several years now. Most of the people who visit Playa Gigante do so to experience a different culture and live in a typical Nicaraguan fishing village. If surfing Colorado’s is your priority you need to spend all your time with several hundred other surfers locked within a gated community. Also be prepared to spend three times as much on lodging and your choices for dining and shopping are very limited, no local cuisine and way more expensive. With the money you save you could take several local boat trips out of Playa Gigante to any of 14 surrounding surf spots. I also feel bad you weren’t able to take advantage of my well trained staff. If you would have asked any of the Nica staff you saw daily they would have been more than happy to string up a cloths line and bring you a garden hose. A fan for the porch, Veronica probally would have bought one and Maricio would have installed it. The neat thing about my places to stay is the people you get to meet and the untrammeled nature you get to experience. Nicaraguans are the real treasure of Nicaragua. Oh, and 90% closeout below average surf spot, that's pretty harsh. Lot's of people really enjoy that wave

Dale was the man! The spot was secluded but less than five minutes to the beach,grocery, and eateries. The chickens, pigs, dogs, and cattle stop by on the reg to say hi and look for food leftovers. wifi and bus pick up is a 2 minute short walk to dales hostel. 

The Casita was perfect for the month long stay my girlfriend and I spent there. It was exactly as advertised. Staff is very helpful, providing everything from warm smiles to laundry and arranging rides. The beach and town are 5 minutes walk away, which means you can go in and enjoy beers at the beachfront bars when you want to see some faces or you can stay all by your lonesome amidst all the wildlife wandering in front of the house. Playa Amarillo is a gorgeous, often empty beach. Over the month we enjoyed smaller waves while we improved our surfing and then saw a swell and the experienced riders roll in. Waves for every level. Highly recommend El Gigante and what I saw as the best place to stay there. 

We loved our time at La Casita! Booked it for two weeks, then extended to a whole month! 

Staying at the Casita was a wonderful experience. The location was great, just a few minutes walk to town or the beach. The casita was comfortable and secure and had everything we needed. We especially enjoyed sitting on the enclosed patio watching all the different animals wander by.  Dale is an excellent host and Playa Gigante is a great place to visit in Nicaragua.  

We stayed at the Casita for two weeks and it was just perfect. We didn't meet Dale but his staff is really nice and helpful with all needs. The casita is some corners away from the main property which gives you perfect privacy. We loved it. The house has everything you need including a fully equiped kitchen. They also completed the moscito net for the veranda on the day of our arrival. So no more hazzles from the insects :). Best feature of the casita are definitely the animals that visite the house every now and then. Chicken, horses, cows, all kind of birds and a family of howler monkeys. Enjoy!

We had a great time staying at the Casita. It was exactly what we were looking for and would definitely come back. Simple, quiet, clean and off grid. The monkeys and parrots in the trees were a nice touch too. The staff was super helpful and friendly, helped with everything from a trip to the doctor to organizing a fishing trip. Thanks for the great experience . 

Liz, thanks for the heads up on the mattress.  We have had a very successful season and I guess the sheets and the mattress show it.  I get the girls right on it

Communication before arrival worked well and we got all the information we needed to find Dale's place. The cabana is a little set back from the beach in the forest. Throughout the day it had quite a lot of mosquitoes we struggled with. (There is no dining table inside, so you have to eat outside when you cook yourself). Kitchen is separate from the sleeping area and very well equipped. The bathroom is tiptop and the sleeping area is relatively small. The cabana was clean and was also cleaned once during our 5 day stay. Unfortunately, it was a bit rainy in the evening and the path to the beach and to Dale's house was extremely muddy. Dale's staff are very friendly and helpful.

Die Kommunikation vor der Anreise hat gut funktioniert und wir haben alle Infos bekommen um Dale's place zu finden. Die Cabana ist etwas zurückversetzt vom Strand im Wald. Während des ganzen Tages hatte es folglich ziemlich viele Mücken, mit denen wir zu kämpfen hatten. (Drinnen gibt es keinen Esstisch, deshalb muss man draussen Essen wenn man selber kocht). Die Küche ist getrennt vom Schlafbereich und sehr gut ausgerüstet. Das Bad ist tiptop und der Schlafbereich relativ klein. Die Cabana war sauber und wurde während unserem 5-tätgigen Aufenthalt auch einmal geputzt. Leider war es jeweils etwas regnerisch am Abend und der Weg zum Strand und zu Dales Haus extrem matschig. Dales Angestellte sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.

Dale was away when we stayed at the casita, but responded quickly to emails re directions etc.  We had a long, but fun journey from Granada!  The casita is pretty basic, though the kitchen is well-equipped. It was low season when we stayed, so everything in the village was quiet.  Beware of mosquitos.. They are vicious at this time of year and we were eaten alive when sitting on the terrace in the evening, even when smothered in Deet.  We loved the other creatures: pigs, fireflies, chickens, horses and birds.  Julian, Janeth and Veronica were helpful and unobtrusive.  Amarilla Beach is lovely, great for a wild, bracing swim if you're not a surfer.  We were dismayed by the trash on Playa Gigante, however, which spoils its natural, off the beaten track appeal.

Had a great experience staying in the casita under the trees. Comfy hammock and couch out on the front porch. The shade from the trees kept the place cooler which was nice. Dale was very helpful giving us information about everything to do while we were there. Location was walking distance to great waves such as playa Colorado and Amarillo. We used the rental motos from Dale a few times and that was a fun way to go explore further. Overall great experience.

After a week in Playa Gigante I have nothing but rave reviews for Dale and and all his places. I did not end up staying at the Casita in the trees but I stayed at two other locations, the Beach Front Bunk House and Ocean Vista. Both amazing and exactly as described. Dale is also the most gracious and accommodating host and truly wants your stay to be comfortable. My full review is on Ocean Vista about my most wonderful stay. I highly recommend any of Dales Places each one is comfortable and located right on the beach and close to the little town. 

The casita was great. Private, peaceful and stocked with everything you need to have a unique and enjoyable getaway.  Just a few minutes walk and you end up at the best beach I have ever been to in my life.  Dale, Veronica, Augustino our driver and all the other staff members were extremely helpful and did everything to make sure we had a great time.  Thanks!!!!!!!

This place is exceptional - everything about it from Dale, to the community to the beaches.  I strongly recommend to anyone looking for a killer little spot off the beaten path yet a super quick walk to town and world class surf.

I easily found Dale at his Cool Places to Stay at he drove me to the casita and pointed out all the spots in town to know - where to eat, where to find the coldest beer, etc.  The Casita was exactly as depicted and a very short, 5 minute walk to the beach in town.  He is an excellent host and is eager to help out with whatever you need so you are comfortable.  

We enjoyed our time so much at Dale's, that we decided to stay an extra four days.  The casita is set among a quiet neighborhood, just a short walk down a dirt road. It's easy to get to both Playa Gigante (for socializing, restaurants, etc) and Playa Amarillo (to surf, enjoy a nearly deserted beach). The room is comfortable, with plenty of shelf space. Two strong fans made the heat actually bearable and slept better than we had at a resort the day before.  The kitchen in the casita is well stocked with cooking utensils, as well as a 5 gallon jug of drinking water. We enjoyed eating out on the patio. If you're taking a taxi in (easiest/best way), have the driver stop at MaxiPali in Rivas. Also there's no ATM in Playa Gigante so stock up on your cordobas at MaxiPali as well!!  There's no wifi at the casita, you need to go down to the main hangout area at Dale's. Just let Victoria know if you need linens changed or want to extend your stay (you will), etc. Dale also rents motorbikes for only $20 a day.  Didn't see any monkeys but heard them early mornings and evenings! Tons of tiny pink pigs and mama hens with their chicks running around. Loads of butterflies.  Highly recommend to travelers looking for a chill place.

Thank you for such and nice review. Honestly Veronica and Janeth and Julian don't get near enough credit for how seamlessly the place runs. You were an ideal guest and let's hope we see you again next season  dale

The casita was perfect for us. It is located in a very tranquil zone, under some trees inhabited by groups of howler monkeys. Our 6-month-old son was fascinated by them, the birds, the chickens, dogs and cows passing by. Dale and his crew were very supportive and offered an extra bed, as they thought that the bed was too small for the three of us. That was very considerate of them! Excellent place, very clean, wonderful hosts. We hope to visit again! 

Great little house in a friendly local neighborhood! The rental was as described with a great porch, complete with hammock, for relaxing. Far enough away from the action to be quiet and private. Close walking distance to surfing and also the town of Gigante. Home was clean and Dale's staff was close by and available for any needs. I also utilized Dale's taxi driver for airport pick up. He was friendly and provided straps for my boards. I was able to stop by the grocery on the way in to stock up for the trip.

We had a great time at Dales place and his staff was extra accommodating. There was a vacancy in the main property which was closer to the beach so we ended up moving but the process was super easy. Veronica was super helpful with directions, surfboard rentals, and setting up a taxi to the airport on our way out. Thanks for a memorable trip!!!

It is perfect for a remote retreat! The owner and the people helping were very nice. The casita was clean and had everything we needed. There are a lot of animals (chicken, horses, pigs, birds, cows) around :) be aware that you might lose electricity and water a few times (the whole region)! 

The casita was just as the pics showed. Set only a short walk to town. The home had all the kitchen needs to cook and was very clean. 

We stumbled upon Dale's spot accidentally but now I couldn't imagine any better place to call home for 2 weeks. Fully equipped with everything we needed, a short walk to town and an even shorter walk to beautiful beaches.  I would have no doubt in my mind recommending La Casita to anyone looking to experience a sweet little slice of Nicaragua. 

Other than a little bit of a heat wave (it's HOT in April!), Dale's place was amazing. It's perfectly sized for two people, and the kitchen is outfitted for cooking practically anything. We enjoyed some of the wildlife, and the short walks to either of the beaches. Food + beer is cheap in El Gigante, too.

The reviews on here are accurate, but we have a few notable experiences that might be helpful to know about. First, Dale organized our cab from the Managua airport, which cost $80 + tip. We stopped in Rivas to get the bulk of our groceries as the stores in town are much more limited in selection. A couple of people drive around town selling produce and meat twice a day, just listen for the megaphone. We were there for Semana Santa (Easter week) so our week was a bit different than others. Luckily, la casita is tucked away from town, a five minute walk, so you can either partake in the festivities or keep your distance. There's lots of "wildlife" roaming the property, the howler monkeys are awesome! Every other day the house would get cleaned by the amazing staff, who were always friendly and attentive. The casita has the basic necessities to cook and store food. Dale's compound is where you'll get all the info you need from the staff or fellow travelers. The icing on the cake for us was Beth, a fellow guest, who filled us in on everything we needed to know. Thank you Beth! We had a great stay and got to experience Semana Santa on our terms and find some fun surf!

Nick, I want to thank you for becoming part of the community so quickly. It's a magic spot and I love that people like you are enjoying it.

This house is located about a five minute walk to the beach. The kitchen is seperate from the bedroom so you need to walk out to the patio to get to and from rooms.  Balcony furniture is not as depicted in photos, hammock is nice but only other seating option is faux leather sofa (not the comfiest on a hot day!)  Really enjoyed being in this local part of town with lots of visits from chickens, pigs and horses.   Overall a fine place to stay for a few days.

That sofa has been in the family for years   There was a nicer couch but it was given to the poor.  I guess they wanted it enough to carry it off.  Thanks for the tip, I keep an eye pealed for a more comfy couch

La Casita was wonderful! It was in a quiet location and not too far from the beach. There is a little store close by if you need to buy small things as well. He gave us water in our kitchen. Kitchen was very well stocked with cooking utensils etc. i would recommend this little house to anyone looking for a quiet beach holiday. The only downfall, which cant be avoided anywhere is the howler monkeys waking us up in the morning with their growls, but we got to see monkeys!!

Everything went as expected. Dale and Veronica did an awesome  job to help us out with every question/problem we had. Casita under the trees = perfect quiet getaway for 2. Clean, equipped. No fuss. Just far away enough to feel the local vibe. Would go again!

This casita is exactly what we were looking for! It's about a 10 min walk to the beach but we loved seeing all of the animals and town/people along the way. Monkeys were all over the trees right around the casita, that was my personal favorite part! Spent hours in a hammock on the porch watching them have turf wars with a fellow monkey clan across the street. Area is gorgeous, the beach is beautiful. Dale was very helpful every time we had questions, he was able to arrange a ride direct to the airport which was extremely helpful and I would advice taking him up for, he offers the best price and the driver is a nice gent. The casita itself is basic but that was all we needed, having a kitchen was a perk. Wish we could've stayed longer! 

This house is a little slice of paradise. Gigante is a wonderful town. The casita is on the quote side of town, but a quick walk to the store or bars. The house comes with everything you need to live comfortably. The cleaning staff and dale are incredibly friendly and very helpful. In the winter months it is a 45 minute hike to the surf break, but a beautiful walk. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back! Thanks señor dale :) 

Staying at Dale ' s was great. Dale and his staff are very helpful and took care of any minor issues we had immediately. Our casita was cleaned often and the staff even did our laundry.  Dale ' s places are right next to the Playa Gigante and it is super easy to get to Playa Amarillo as well. I definitely recommend a stay at Dale ' s if you are in Gigante.

If seclusion and decompression are what you are looking for, this spot is perfect..  Secluded, and yet only a 5 - 10 min walk to people, internet, and the beach!   Don't forget your headlamp so you can find your way back at night, and also essentials for your kitchen, like a lighter for the stove & salt n pepper.  Gigante is beautiful, and this was a sweet introduction to it, I will definitely be back  

Quiet place, a little further from Playa Gigante (5 min), but closer to Playa Amarillo, which occasionally stands for good waves at High Tide. Playa Colorado is a 30-minute walk. The casita offers all the necessary, you can shop in the local Súper. In addition, lots of nature above and around casita (cows, horses, chickens, monkeys, who occasionally drop by). All in all a very pleasant stay!

Ruhiges Plätzchen, ein bisschen weiter von Playa Gigante (5min) entfernt, dadür näher beim Playa Amarillo, der ab und zu bei High Tide doch für gute Waves steht. Playa Colorado zu Fuss in ca. 30 Minuten zu erreichen. Das Casita bietet alles nötige, eingekauft werden kann im lokales Súper. Ausserdem viel Natur über und rund ums Casita (Kühe, Pferde, Hühner, Affen, die gelegentlich vorbeihuschen). Alles in Allem ein sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt!

Had a pleasant stay, it's a great isolated spot that's 5 minutes away from the main road and restaurants. Gigante in general is very small town, and the locals and foreigners are very nice and generous. Every morning we would see pigs, chickens and cattle pass by the front house. Great place that's secluded. Make sure you bring bug spray neither of us were bitten coming prepared. There's cheaper places we both thought it was worth the money for the isolation. 

Casita under the Trees is a nice little home tucked away in the village of Gigante.  It is a 5 minute walk to Amarillo Beach and a 10 minute walk to the town of Gigante where you will find more dining options.  This home suited our needs as we were able to cook breakfast and lunch while going out for dinner.  The home is in a rural setting and is pretty rustic, so expect lots of bugs, mosquitos, ants, etc.  Thankfully, we had a bug spray as it was a savior from all the mosquitos.  Even with two fans, the room gets rather hot so be prepared to sweat especially if the power goes out!  The kitchen area was fine, but it lacked some of the basic amenities you would expect like paper towels, pepper, sugar, etc.  While the mattress is firm, the bedding and pillows could use some updating as well.  It's a steal for $35 a night, but with some minor improvements our stay would have been much more comfortable.  The property manager, Brian, is super nice and provided us with helpful tips in the area. 

We stayed here for a month as our honeymoon. It has everything you need to surf everyday, cook up some rice and beans, and watch monkeys, dogs, horses, cows, chickens, and the rest of the world go by from a hammock :) it's also the best price in the city.

The casita is an incredibly laidback location and was perfect for our first trip to Nicaragua. It's clean and has everything you need to sleep, eat and wash comfortably. The front porch is incredible to sit on and have breakfast and/or dinner on as horses, cows, pigs, cats, dogs, frogs, lizards, and butterflies stroll by casually. You can swing in the front porch hammock for a nap. Howler monkeys swung tree to tree in the back of the house being playful chatterboxes. Playa Gigante was a very short walk away and was connected to other small beaches which are incredibly warm clean and inviting. The area is very quiet, the residents nearby are very nice and Brian & Dale were very accommodating and are great hosts. They were able to find us a driver to and from their location and answered our questions with great advice. We rented a bike from them which was great to travel to and from the local areas and to the large supermarket in Rivas, just make sure to wear a helmet if you leave Gigante as the policia will fine you! Food in the area of the casita is very cheap but incredibly fresh and delicious. If you want a relaxing trip to the beach & a quiet place to relax at night without any worries, the casita fits the bill. 

Our first trip to Nicaragua was fantastic and I can't wait to go back. Dale Dagger's casita under the trees was the perfect place to call home while we bummed around the beautiful beaches and soaked in some sunshine. As promised, monkeys hung out in the trees above our house and every variety of local livestock foraged in our yard.  We cooked delicious fresh lobsters in our perfectly equipped little kitchen and watched the local wildlife from our hammock on the porch.  Gigante is a tiny town in all of the best ways - quiet and welcoming but never boring.  Everything we needed was a short walk from the casita - surfboard rentals at Dale's, sunset dinner at Buena Vista, delicious food and great conversation at Papagayos the beautiful undeveloped Amarillo beach and Toña's aplenty.  If you want a party stay at a hostel, but if you want a clean private place to come home to after a long day at the beach then this is the way to go.  Dale and Brian were friendly and full of knowledge - they set us up with a reasonable cab driver and gave us great advice for where to go and what to do.  All and all we had a fantastic experience!

The casita in the trees was a perfect location for us. We enjoyed the setting where the only excitement was caused by passing cows, horses, pigs, chickens, cats, and dogs. The howler monkeys kept us entertained and the local folks were warm and gracious. We did a LOT of walking during our stay and enjoyed the surf and warm water of Popoyo, Panga Drops, and Playa Amarillo. The restaurants in town were excellent with very good food, great service, and a good value. Brian made sure that the casita was cleaned when we asked and that we had plenty of drinking water upon request. He is a very attentive and friendly host and we enjoyed our visits with him. Want to fully unwind and make some new friends? This is the place.

when we got there, the place was in disarray.... we did not know how we would spend 7 days in there. But Dale promised to do some renovations over the next two days and he did.... after that it was o.k. Dale had not seen the place for sometime because he was out of the country.  Dale and Mike ( manager) are really forthcoming guys... I commend them.  Arno

A fabulous casita near to beaches (crazy beautiful) and the village center. Cool yoga pod just across. Dale and Bekka are great hosts. Nice folk.  Ask for Omar if you need a taxi! A special place 

This place was very nice, we had a great stay. It's just a small apartment with a room, bathroom and a kitchen, but it is very nice and peaceful and away from all the noise. We really liked the animals that are walking all over the place (not in the apartment! ), we even saw a bunch of monkeys!