Ocean front house, apprx 2 min walk down to the most perfect and beautiful swimming beach in Nicaragua (and quite possibly all of Central America). Large swimming pool, AC in bedrooms, well furnished terrace with ocean views. Internet is reliable. Not fast, but fine for video calls, streaming movies & music. White sandy beach, great for swimming & snorkelling. The space The house is located on a breathtaking and very private cove of Guacalito de la Isla. Guest access There are palapas on the beach but they belong to the resort, please do not use the chairs underneath them as they are not part of the house. Beach access is via the main track, the path at the end of the garden is no longer available having been blocked by the resort. Other things to note Bring charcoal for the BBQ. If powers goes out, Adolfo will need to access the laundry room (located beside the kitchen) to connect the generator to the house electrical panel. When the house is running on the generator only the the lights, fans and fridge. The AC's will not work. Beach access is via the main track, not the path through the garden. Unfortunately the resort blocked this.

## The Space

This oceanfront house is situated just a two-minute walk from one of the most beautiful swimming beaches in Nicaragua, and possibly all of Central America. It features a large swimming pool and air conditioning in the bedrooms. The terrace is well furnished and offers stunning ocean views.

Internet service is reliable—adequate for video calls, streaming movies, and music, though it is not high-speed. The white sandy beach nearby is ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

The property is located on a breathtaking and very private cove in Guacalito de la Isla.

## Guest Access

- Beach access is available via the main track.
- The path at the end of the garden is no longer accessible as it has been blocked by the resort.
- There are palapas on the beach, but these belong to the resort. Guests should not use the chairs beneath them as they are not part of the house.

## Other Information

- Please bring charcoal if you plan to use the barbecue.
- In the event of a power outage, Adolfo will need to access the laundry room next to the kitchen to connect the generator to the house’s electrical panel.
- When running on generator power, only the lights, fans, and refrigerator will operate; the air conditioning units will not function.

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Casa Guacalito - Ocean View Villa, Sleeps 8 - Villas for Rent in Rivas, Rivas Department, Nicaragua

Lovely place! Super friendly and communicative hosts. We will be back !!

Un lugar precioso! Los anfitriones super amables y comunicativos . Volveremos !!

Our stay was amazing. This has definitely been one of the best houses we've ever stayed at in the area. The value for money is spectacular and, honestly, it's the best you'll find around here. The house is even prettier in person; the photos really don't do it justice. Everything was immaculately clean, beautiful, comfortable, safe, and cared for down to the smallest details. In addition, it is a few steps from the ocean, which makes the location perfect. We also had the opportunity to go eat at the Tres Ceibas restaurant, which is nearby and where you can go by making a reservation in advance. The host was super friendly, attentive and always willing to help us. He has definitely been one of the best hosts we've had on Airbnb.

Nuestra estadía fue increíble. Sin duda alguna, esta ha sido una de las mejores casas en las que nos hemos quedado en la zona. La relación calidad-precio es espectacular y, sinceramente, es de lo mejor que vas a encontrar por aquí. La casa es todavía más linda en persona; las fotos realmente no le hacen justicia. Todo estaba impecablemente limpio, bonito, cómodo, seguro y cuidado hasta en los pequeños detalles. Además, está a unos pasos del mar, lo que hace que la ubicación sea perfecta. También tuvimos la oportunidad de ir a comer al restaurante tres ceibas , que queda cerca y al que se puede ir haciendo una reservación previa. El host fue súper amable, atento y siempre estuvo dispuesto a ayudarnos. Sin duda, ha sido de los mejores hosts que nos ha tocado en Airbnb.

One of the best Airbnbs I've ever stayed in. The photos don't do it justice. The place is much better, the service is the best. Definitely recommended, and we'll be back.

De los mejores Airbnb que me he hospedado. Las fotos no hacen justicia, el lugar es mucho mejor, la atención es de lo mejor, definitivamente recomendado y repetiremos.

Muy bonita la casa! Amazing house and the in great state. Very comfortable, spacious, and clean. Very private since your in the middle of the jungle with a 30 second walk to a practically private beach front! Provided lots of cooking and cleaning tools. Definitely will come again!!

Awesome place host was extremely accommodating

Very comfortable and well-maintained house. James, the host, was always attentive, responded quickly, and was very helpful. One detail that we really liked is that when we arrived, the air conditioners in the rooms were on, which is greatly appreciated considering the high temperatures that have been around recently! The road to the house is a dirt road. You have to make sure you have the location on your GPS because it can be confusing at first.

Casa muy cómoda y en buen estado. James, el anfitrión siempre estuvo pendiente, respondió rápido y fue muy atento. Un detalle que nos gustó mucho es que al llegar los aires acondicionados de las habitaciones estaban encendido, lo cual se aprecia mucho tomando en cuenta las altas temperaturas que ha estado habiendo recientemente! El camino para llegar a la casa es de tierra, hay que asegurarse de llevar la ubicación en el gps porque al principio puede ser confuso.

Great Host! Problem with the bees but other from that a perfect front beach spot.

Excellent place, beach with excellent views!!

Excelente lugar, playa con excelente vistas!!

it was truly wonderful experience , we enjoyed every moment, from the cozy atmosphere to the incredible views. We’re leaving with such lovely monetized and would absolutely love to come back. Thank you for everything

The House is beautiful, the beach is very private and we felt right at home!

House is nice but upgrades required, lighting system, screen doors, only 1 TV.  The house is advertised to accommodate up to 8 people but they will charge for everyone so make sure to add everyone before booking.  Lastly, very isolated and complicated access. You can dine at Mukul Resort with reservations only if available.  I did my research and is much better the hotel when comparing pricing and amenities. The closest 2-start restaurant, about an hour away. I highly recommend the Mukul Resort for its price. We paid for 4 nights but had a family emergency at the hospital and did an early check out- (2 nights stay only for $2,400) no reimbursement at all. Just make sure to do your inquiries!

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We were sorry to hear about your family emergency and hope everyone is doing well. Regarding your early departure, as this occurred during the peak holiday week (Easter), we were unable to offer a refund as the dates could not be re-booked on such short notice. A stay that has already started has missed the free cancellations window. To provide clarity for future guests, our villa uses tiered pricing based on group size. This keeps stays accessible for smaller groups. Since your original booking was for one person and the arriving party was eight, the rate was adjusted according to our clear policy. We appreciate your notes on maintenance, this is always ongoing. With regards to location - many guests choose our location specifically for the nearly private bay & quiet seclusion it provides. Also worth noting Gigante is not a long drive - and it's a spectacular drive. Likewise, thanks to the new Costañera road, San Juan del Sur is close too.

Everything was great; the house is beautiful. The only thing is that there were some issues, which won't be there the next time we come. The location is very good; the people are very friendly.

Todo estuvo muy lindo, la casa es bella solo hubieran inconvenientes que para la próxima que llevemos no estarán. La ubicación es muy buena la gente muy amable

Beautiful beach in front of the house! you can eat in Guacalito if you make a reservation, definitely will go again.

Casa Levi is a dream house!!! Super large, comfortable, very nice details, the kitchen is fully equipped, the rooms are large, my bed is divine (the main one), a huge and very nice bathroom! The pool is large and has several levels, no problem if you can't swim 🤭 We went down to the sea, it is very nice from there you can see a beautiful sunset, we were lucky to be able to see the release of paslama eggs (turtles) there, the guard protects them, he is very friendly, the coast is beautiful, the water is turquoise, we were able to climb a hill and look at the landscape, which is a beauty!!! The caretaker of the house is very friendly and is always available, and he also answers all the questions you have about the area... Anyway, my family and I were fascinated to be staying there, we will definitely be back 🤗🥰🥰🥰

Casa levi es una casa de sueños!!! Super grande cómoda los detalles muy lindos la cocina está full equipada, los cuartos grandes mi cama divina (la principal ) un baño enorme y muy lindo! La piscina es grande y tiene varios niveles no hay problema si no sabes nadar 🤭 Bajamos al mar es muy lindo de ahí puedes ver un precioso atardecer, tuvimos la suerte de poder mirar la liberación de huevos de paslama (tortuguitas) ahí las protegen el guarda es muy amable la costa linda el agua es turquesa pudimos subir una colina y mirar el paisaje q es una belleza!!! El cuidador de la casa es muy amable y está siempre para ala disposición también te responde todas curiosidades q tengas aserca de la zona… En fin mi familia y yo venimos fascinados de estar hospedados ahí sin duda volveremos 🤗🥰🥰🥰

¡Qué bueno que la pasaron tan felices y que les gustó! Es un lugar espectacular, ¡definitivamente! ¡Estarán muy bienvenidos en el futuro! 😊

We loved being at Casa Guacalito. James is very responsive!

Nos encantó estar en casa Guacalito. James es muy reactivo!

There are no signs to get to the house, many entrances and only by asking could you get there. The kitchen was disgusting, full of grease, old utensils, the cabinets stank of humidity, the living room has no air conditioning or curtains, the heat is unbearable, I had to put sheets on all the glass doors because of the sun, the water went out before we left, we left without bathing, the internet the same, the road to the beach needs to be improved, it is dangerous for children, the terrace needs a good cleaning, I do not recommend this house because it needs remodeling for the price that was paid.

No hay avisos para llegar a la casa, muchas entradas y solo preguntando se pudo llegar, la cocina era un asco, llena de grasa, los utensilios viejos, los gabinetes apestaban a humedad, la sala n tiene aire acondicionado ni cortina, el calor es insoportable, tuve q poner sábanas en todas las puertas de vidrio por el sol, el agua se fue un aire antes de irnos, nos fuimos sin bañar, el internet igual, el camino hacia la playa necesita mejorar, es peligroso para niños, la terraza necesita una buena limpieza, no recomiendo esta casa xq necesita remodelación para el precio q se pagó.

Gracias por tomarse el tiempo de dejar sus comentarios. Solo una pequeña aclaración: el acceso a la playa es exactamente eso, un sendero hacia la playa, y como todo camino que atraviesa naturaleza en Nicaragua, puede parecer “salvaje” — forma parte del encanto y la experiencia. Quien prefiera eliminar todo riesgo, quizá disfrute más quedarse en casa con el aire acondicionado encendido y las cortinas cerradas 😉. La casa no pretende ser nueva, sino cómoda, funcional y con una excelente relación calidad-precio. Basta ver las reseñas antes y después de la suya para notar que otros huéspedes tuvieron experiencias muy diferentes. En fin, no se puede complacer a todo el mundo. Les deseo lo mejor en sus próximos viajes.

Secluded, peaceful, private. You really do need a 4x4 to get in. The Mukul resort lets you dine at their restaurants with a reservation first which was perfect. Didn't have to worry about a thing. I would book this place again in a heartbeat.

My family really enjoyed Jame’s house, the house very comfortable, the rooms very spacious, only one room didn’t have a bathroom but it worked fine for us, loved the master bedroom, the kitchen and the pool area. The beach was walking distance ( around 30 meters away ) so we had a great time, considered the best beach in Nicaragua. I am recommending the house to friends and family. James was a great host very responsive to our requests during our stay. I would definitely come back.

The house was a bit underwhelming, but the children loved the big pool. What made the stay special is that we had a beautiful, little beach all to ourselves. I think we have found our new beach spot.

We love coming here, it’s a beautiful place!

Great house. We felt at home. And James is very responsive and pleasant. The pool was cleaned by the attendants several times while we were there. The pool was definitely fun! The beach is very close and accessible - just down a path behind the house. You’ll definitely need as truck or SUV. We learned the hard way my renting a cheaper sedan and it took us twice the time to get on the main road. I would visit again.

Beautiful and very spacious house. We were able to go down the little path to go to the beach. We climbed the rocks and it was just stunning. Great for pictures. The beach was spectacular. The pool was great and very clean. Power went out and the generator was started immediately. The host suggests a 4x4 to get to the property. You NEED a 4X4. Follow the location that James sends and it will take you directly. If you want a private place, this is it.

Exceeded expectations, wonderful house and wonderful host!!

Great place to get away! The home is completely surrounded by beautiful jungle and lots of animals to see. There’s also a nice hike to a whale watching point. Very secluded if you’re looking for peace and quiet.

This house was a great find. This house is located on the same grounds as the

True HIDDEN Gem

This place is beautiful! James was a great host. He was easy to get a hold of and very quick to respond. The pictures doesn’t do this place justice. Will definitely be coming back!

Perfect Property for a beach front quite stay!

We stayed here over Christmas and had an amazing time. The house was beautiful and super comfortable, you almost felt like at a hotel. The beach is a jewel, the water was pristine and very private. Even though the house doesn’t belong to the resort, their staff and guards were extremely helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay here again when visiting Tola!

The property was located about 3.5 hours from Managua/Masaya/Granada region, when using the main highway 62, as it is undergoing reconstruction. It appears the road will not be done for a least 12-18 months (2025), so it's recommended to drive directly to RIVAS then back-track up to TOLA area. The entrance is a "service" entrance with limited signage. Arrive during the day, and signs will be visible. Once past the entry guard, the dirt road is not lit and traverses loose dirt/rocks with steep inclines/declines. A capable vehicle is highly recommended. The home is clean, spacious and well built. Each room has A/C. The kitchen contains very basic items, and purified water is included. You will need to bring napkins, basic condiments, ice. The back patio is heavenly, and each sliding door is screened. For those who don't religiously close screen doors (ahem children!!), be prepared for various wildlife to enter, such as Alacran (scorpions), crab, geckos and our favorite, mosquitos. There a lots of towels and clean sheets for use by guests, and bath soap is provided. Unfortunately the beach is a 3-5 minutes drive down. There seems like the home was built with a direct path, but, it is now overgrown and use is prohibited by the owners. The beach is incredible, despite that use of any of the structures is also prohibited. As a bonus, there are also tide pools, which is a must-see.

Great property, but, not "steps from the beach"

I loved my stay at this house. The pool was amazing and the house was great. Only bummer was no direct path to the beach and the listing pictures were a bit dated. I wish the host would have told me that the house was equipped with a gas bbq instead of being advised to take charcoal which was not needed and was an extra expense, but overall house was excellent.

Villa as it is presented, that is to say grandiose, Alfonso and Maria who take care of the house are very kind and always close if you need something and we respond very quickly also via Airbnb. The beach is a wonderful place! You have to love being in a secluded, intimate location and provide insect products outside, in any case in the wet season. The site is very secure and all on-call staff are kind as well as the Nicarean population. We expect to come back,

Villa telle qu’elle est présentée, c’est-à-dire grandiose, Alfonso et Maria qui s’occupent de la maison sont très gentils et toujours proches si on a besoin de quelque chose et on répond très rapidemement aussi via Airbnb. La plage est un lieux magnifique! Il faut aimer être dans un endroit isolé, intime et prévoir des produits contre les insectes à l’extérieur, en tous les cas en saison humide. Le site est très sécurisé et tout le personnel de garde est bien aimable tout comme la population nicaraguayenne. Nous pensons revenir,

The property is inside a Club / Condominium property but the property is not part of the Club , so if one goes to the beach on the shortest path immediately the guards come and tell one that can't happen. It's very uncomfortable really, I wouldn't really come back.

La propiedad está dentro de una propiedad del Club / Condominio pero la propiedad no es parte del Club , entonces si uno va a la playa por el camino más corto inmediatamente se acercan los guardas y le dicen a uno que no puede pasar. Es muy incómodo realmente, no regresaría.

We really liked the pool and the patio outside with all the patio furniture. The house is big and very comfortable. The caretakers are very kind and easy to deal with. They were ready to help with anything that we needed.

We had a great time in Nicaragua in large part due to this great property and the great stay we had. We did get out and explore the area, but I’d have been just as happy to spend my days roaming the beach and spending time by the pool. Local birds and wildlife in abundance made for great animal watching right from the patio.

Great getaway

The house is not livable, the smell of mold in all rooms, the refrigerator did not freeze, the air conditioning did not work, the door locks were damaged (there is no security), it does not have the basic utensils in the kitchen. There are many other things I could mention  but in short this house should not be for rent.

Casa no es habitable, olor a moho en todos los ambientes, refrigeradora no helaba, los aires no funcionaban, cerraduras de las puertas dañadas ( no hay seguridad), no cuenta con los utencilios básicos en la cocina. Hay muchas cosas mas que podria mencionar  pero en resumen esta casa no deberia estar en renta.

Nice properties, good customer service and great waves!

Good times!

This review is for a 5-night stay for a family of five on July 2022. We rated this place overall 3 out of 5 stars. Getting to the house from Managua is a bit of a rough drive after the security gate; I recommend at least a SUV. Once you arrive to the gated entrance, you must go in through the service entrance of the Guacalito de la Isla Resort. This was not mentioned before so we unknowingly went to the main GI Resort entrance and they turned us away sending us to the service entrance. They questioned us a lot and the guards weren’t friendly. Why? Well, the house doesn’t belong to the GI Resort so you DO NOT HAVE DIRECT BEACH ACCESS. The amenities show direct beach access which is false. You have to drive on a dirt road for about 3min to get to a parking lot which gives you beach access to two rocky bays. The pictures showing the house and access to the beach are misleading and outdated probably around 5 years old. For the same reasons as outlined earlier, you DO NOT HAVE ACCESS to the GI Resort Beach Club either. Essentially the house is isolated and engulfed by the GI Resort barely allowing you to use the beach. It is very quiet unless GI Resort decides to throw a beach party in front. They won’t let you make a bonfire either which is something I do in every beach we travel to; the beach is guarded 24/7 by a security guard with a shotgun. The pool was dirty when we got there and it stained all my kids swimwear. Shower drain for the kids was backed up. We had issues with the upstairs toilet throughout the entire stay. Our shower head was calcified so I went ahead and cleaned it myself. The password for the WiFi on the website wasn’t up to date and we finally got it from the couple that takes care of the house. The WiFi has very limited reach. Adolfo and María don’t help unless you ask them to. They assist in washing dishes and cleaning around the house only. Spiders, wasps, scorpions and cockroaches (all alive) were found in multiple places insidethe house. A little bit of an extermination routine the day prior to arrival goes a long way. The beach is nice, just find your way to a non-rocky spot. The kids had a lot of fun for sure. The biggest downer is that the house is essentially excommunicated from the resort which was never mentioned before. The house had a few issues but it is a really nice house. We made good use of the DVD player with the kids on downtime. The infinity pool was nice too after it was cleaned. However it is missing an outside shower to get the sand off after coming from the beach. The A/C’s work great and so does the fans. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to cook your meals. Washer and dryer worked just fine. All the furniture is in great shape. Would I stay here again? Paying $300/night I rather go somewhere else with more amenities and/or real beach access. I would rather stay in a place where you feel welcomed. You can stay in Rancho Santana or other nicer beaches for a similar price range.

It is a very nice house that needs just a little love and which is very well located if you want the tranquility to enjoy a good book.  Enjoy it

Es una casa muy linda que necesita solo un poco de cariño y la cual está muy bien ubicada si se quiere la tranquilidad de disfrutar un buen libro.  Disfrútenla

Amazing ocean view in this beautiful home filled with lots of art very tastefully done. The home is filled with details in the ceiling and limestone entry. Impeccably clean.  The pool is pristine and private. I highly recommend but make sure to note what is included or not as the location is remote.

The house is very nice. You can tell there was a lot attention to details put into the construction. Very clean. Kitchen is well equipped. Pool is nice and long enough for a quick workout. We were the first guests to try out the new internet connection and it worked nicely, I streamed a few HD movies with no lag or framedrops whatsoever, crispy image and fast response. We had around 13 devices connected to the wifi (phones, ipads, laptops) and router had no problems. The house has 4 rooms, one of them has bunk beds which were surprisingly very comfortable, you can accommodate 10 people (three couples and 4 people into the bunk beds). All rooms but one have A/C units. 3.5 bathrooms, the room without the a/c unit is the one that does not have a bathroom, but it is located in the second floor with a balcony, so you can open the glass doors and get a lot of natural ventilation. It also has a ceiling fan. We didn’t try it thought cause we could fit in the other 3 rooms with a/c. It is very near to the beach, like 2 minute drive or less. The beach is very nice too. I don’t know if it was because it was kindof windy but we didn't see a single mosquito in our entire stay, which is just amazing. You can also drive to Guacalito’s club house. 5 minute drive, varied food, at fair prices considering its a “luxury resort”, if you don’t feel like cooking one day. The terrace furniture is comfortable for socializing and appropriate for board games, so bringing some will make your stay even more enjoyable. The hosts will give you full privacy if you so request it, and are very receptive and quick if you need anything.

We can’t recommend this property enough. The location and property is magical. We had a lovely stay there with the family. James and David the house management team were very helpful. The beach was very private and there are lots of beautiful hikes around the property. I would definitely recommend this property if you are looking for a relaxing stay in Nicaragua.

Amazing stay

Excellent option for a quiet vacation with family or friends. The house is amazing, very close to Guacalito beach which is a paradise. A private beach with a lot of security. The security in the house is super good. The maintenance person Don Adolfo was always attentive to anything that was offered to us. Please note that there are no restaurants or supermarkets less than 30 minutes away. The street to enter is necessary a 4x4 car and the internet is practically only for calls or text. The house has wifi but is slow. Highly recommended!!!

Excelente opción para unas vacaciones tranquilas en familia o amigos. La casa increíble, muy cerca de la playa Guacalito que es un paraíso. Una playa privada con mucha seguridad. La seguridad en la casa super buena. La persona de mantenimiento don Adolfo siempre estuvo atento para cualquier cosa que se nos ofreciera. Tomar en cuenta que no hay restaurantes o supermercados a menos de 30 minutos. La calle para entrar es necesario un carro 4x4 y el internet prácticamente es solo para llamadas o texto. La casa tiene wifi pero es lento. Súper recomendable!!!

Good house, good location, spectacular beach, very quiet and safe.

Buena casa, bien ubicada, playa espectacular, muy tranquilo y seguro.

The house is nice but it already needs some maintenance in the kitchen. The address is misspelled on the listing and we got lost, I recommend updating it for future guests. Upon arrival we had no internet and they provided us with a router the next morning but still the internet signal is very bad (there is no reception or signal on the phone) something to take into account if you are going to work from there. There is no access to the beach from the house, although you can see in the listing that there is a direct path but it is closed and you must go by car (it is not what we expected). But the staff were very friendly and gave us total privacy. Other than that, everything is very good! 👍🏼

La casa esta linda pero ya necesita algo de mantenimiento en la cocina. La dirección está mal escrita en el listing y nos perdimos, recomiendo actualizarla para los futuros huéspedes. Al llegar no teníamos internet y nos proporcionaron un router a la mañana siguiente pero aún así la señal del internet es muy mala (no hay recepción o señal en el teléfono) algo que tener en cuenta si vas a trabajar desde allá. No hay acceso a la playa desde la casa aunque se mira en el listing qué hay un sendero directo pero está cerrado y se debe ir en carro (no es lo que esperábamos). Pero el personal muy amable y nos dieron privacidad total. Aparte de eso todo muy bien! 👍🏼

The house and the location are incredibly beautiful. Our stay was really fantastic and we would book the place again at any time!

Das Haus und die Lage sind unglaublich schön. Unser Aufenthalt war wirklich traumhaft und wir würden jederzeit die Unterkunft wieder buchen!

House is nice, needs maintenance in the kitchen, internet did not work, bur can buy extra data one connected to the router, outside lighting need improvement, some electrical outlets do not work in the master bedroom. TV in the living room is very small. DVD does not play Zone 1 CDs. Access road need maintenance adn bushes trimmed down. Overall it was a good stay.

Great private location with incredible private beach. Caretakers kept pool and house very clean and were extremely nice. If you want a true authentic Nicaragua vacation book this home and you will not be disappointed.

Nica Trip

David is a great host, the beach is 20 meters from the house, an amazing place to enjoy with the family, specially for the little ones (the bay is really calm, the pool is big and it has a big backyard)

Beautiful house. 2 min walk to amzing beach.

Great place for vacation, perfect place to relax and enjoy the nature.

Me alegro mucho que lo pasaron bien y gozaron el ambiente. Hasta la próxima!

excellent. beach .. very comfortable house and close to the beach.. very clean house

exelente. playa .. casa muy confortable y cerca de la playa.. casa muy limpia

Nice home, great location, a beautiful and practically private beach. The sunset at this beach marked unforgettable moments with family.

Linda casa, excelente ubicación, una playa preciosa y prácticamente privada. El atardecer en esta playa marcó momentos inolvidables con mi familia.

We really loved our stay! The house is beautiful and the pool is amazing. And the beach at the end of the garden is outstanding and feels private as no one else was there when we were there. The internet is not great though, if you need to work while there. Otherwise, no complaints and highly recommended! We will be back! 👌

Nice, quiet, comfortable house.  Kitchen is nice too.

Very disappointed no internet no electricity far away from evry things not clean

If you have read the other reviews, then I will tell you they are spot one (except for the one very critical review). The house and location are spectacular. It is remote, WAZE or similar works very well. But it is the remoteness that is so special. The beach is virtually private and so beautiful, the ocean calm and protected by rock outcroppings on each side and the beautiful islands the place is named for, as I swam daily. That part was very important for me as currents can be very dangerous on the Pacific Coast. James, the British owner who is unfortunately stuck in not so Merry Old England right now with covid restrictions, was very communicative and helpful as was Alfonso, the care taker who lives across the driveway. The house with the infinity pools is so special, which is what attracted me in the first place on VRBO. Just a beautiful villa about 30 easy yards from the beach. Take your insect repellent, it is Central America. The TV cable didn't work, but DVDs do. I watch too much TV, but never wanted to turn it on the days we were there. La Colonial supermarket in Rivas is1/2 hour away and where you want to stock up on all food and beverages, as again, you are remote. One last thing, The property is in a large resort with a golf course. At the house and beach, you really wouldn't know it as it is spectacularly isolated. The reason I mention this is that the entire area is well guarded by copious security which is a big deal.. I highly recommend the place, especially if you can get here during this horrible covid time, absolutely no one around!

Magical Place

Beautiful house with an outstanding beach only a couple steps away. Sleeps more than 8 easily, so I think charging extra for more than 4 is a bit rough, other than that the directions could be a little confusing since is a huge property. But all worth it, place is beautiful. Will definitely rebook !

Really relaxing

Excellent house, very good location and clean. The house has everything you need to relax and the beach is super close and almost private.

Excelente casa, muy buena ubicación y limpia. La casa cuenta con todo para pasar relax y la playa súper cerca y casi privada.

The house is like in the photos.  Very clean and well cared for.  It is quick access to a very private and Spectacular beach.  Just as it says in the review of the house, access to communications is problematic in the area.  This allows the visitor to fully disconnect from their routine in a comfortable and paradise beach environment.  We thank David for his support of our requests and for his attention.  We recommend the house and will definitely be back - it's a magical beach!

La casa es como en las fotos.  Muy limpia y bien cuidada.  Es de rápido acceso a una playa muy privada y Espectacular.  Igual que dice en la reseña de la casa el acceso a comunicaciones es problemático en el área.  Esto permite que el visitante pueda totalmente desconectarse de su rutina en un ambiente cómodo y de playa paradiseaca.  Agradecemos a David por su apoyo a nuestras solicitudes y por estar pendiente.  Recomendamos la casa y de seguro regresaremos - es un playa mágica!

Nice place . The house is a spacious and cute concept. The beach is spectacular, I definitely look forward to coming back with my family !

Lindo lugar . La casa de un concepto amplio y linda. La playa espectacular,    Sin duda espero volver con mi familia !

Everything was very good, the beach is facing each other. The light left at 12 pm and returned at 9 am, but they put the power plant only for the refrior, the phone signal is not very good. But worth the place very nice.

Todo fue muy bueno, la playa esta en frente. La luz se fue a las 12 pm y volvió a las 9 am, pero pusieron planta eléctrica únicamente para la refri, la señal telefónica no es muy buena. Pero vale la pena el lugar muy bonito.

David and James and their team went above and beyond to ensure my family was able to spend a much needed weekend away. We have very high standards, and they were exceeded across the board. We would not hesitate to rent from them again, and are already planning our next stay.

Slice of Paradise

Amazing place! My family and I stayed over the weekend and we loved it.. really easy check-in and out, great location, fluent and clear communication, and of course the house was spotless and all the bio security measures were followed.. highly recommended :)

Beach front in paradise. No need to say more.

We ended up staying at another house in hacienda iguana because there was a bit of construction going on here but they were very nice and accommodating about the change of properties. The house we’re we stayed was also right on the beach and very comfortable. Good team

Iguana stay

I came from a States with wife and 5 and 6 year old kids. Day before check in I called and asked what is procedure to check in and get throw gates. On a way to house I got call that owners canceled my booking and I have to look for another place to stay... it’s not a best feeling be in foreign country wit kids on hands in this situation. They said that was because of virus. But actions after proofs that it was ripoff. My multiple messages and calls were never returned. Had to file claim to credit card to get my money back. I just wonder what if I would not have extra $3000 on me to rent another place... I hope that everybody can do own justice before booking this place or place managed by Nicaragua365.

They canceled booking an hour before check in.

An excellent place to rest Very private, quiet and safe

Excelente lugar para descansar Muy privado tranquilo y seguro

Es un lugar hermoso para pasarla en familia. La casa es preciosa, tiene mucho espacio y una vista espectacular. 100% recomendada. Sugiero que lleven vehículos grandes por el tipo de carretera, además de comprar todo lo necesario de alimentos para no tener que salir ya que toma tiempo llegar a un supermercado.

Hermosa playa privadsña

The views are amazing. The house is fabulous. You basically have your own private beach in an alcove that is protected. Great for swimming & snorkeling. Pack up on supplies at The Colonia or Maxi Pali in Rivas before you get to the house.

This is my second time staying at this magnificent, secluded beach house where you basically have the entire beach (one of my favorites in Nicaragua) all to yourself. The home remains comfortable and the beach is priceless.

L’emplacement est plus que parfaite, avec la mer en face ainsi que la piscine! La maison est situé sur une gate community, alors nous avons la sécurité tant par l’entrée que par la plage! Nous ne sommes jamais senti en danger tant à la maison que dans les villages! Nous avons eu besoin de crème suite à une piqûre, un emplacement avec une Croix rouge, avec un médecin attentionné pour nous soigner. Nous avons reçu les soins idéal, et il est vraiment gentil! Tola est un joli petit village où l’on peu acheter, la viande, des fruits... et nous encourageons les locaux ! Au centro de Tola vous avez dans la rue (food truck) un jeune homme qui fait de la pizza incroyable pour seulement 1$ US la pointe , il faut l’encourager!! Les lits de la maison sont confortables, Adolfo nous a fournie le nécessaire exemple de l’eau. La douche extérieur pour notre retour de la plage, nous étions les seul à la plage, palapas pour nous donner de l’ombre à nous seul, à cette période! Je recommande!

Maison majestueuse !

This property was absolutely stunning! We thoroughly enjoyed our five-day stay!

We really enjoyed our stay in thjd beautiful home. The beach was amazing and just a few steps away from the house's back yard. The scenery is unbelievable and we enjoyed soaking in the sunrises and sunsets. Definitely a place we will be returning to as a family.

Paradise at the beach.

The property is exactly as shown in the pictures, very nice, clean and equipped. Very good beach access, you can go quickly and without further problem, the pool is nice, good size and good depth. David and Adolfo's attention was good at all times, answering our questions and helping with what was needed. It has everything that could be needed for an excellent stay, we highly recommend.

La propiedad es exactamente como se muestra en las fotos, muy linda, limpia y equipada. El acceso a la playa buenísimo, puedes ir rápidamente y sin mayor problema, la piscina es linda, de buen tamaño y buena profundidad. La atención de David y de Adolfo fue buena en todo momento, resolviendo nuestras dudas y ayudando en lo que se necesitaba. Tiene todo lo que se puede necesitar para una excelente estancia, recomendamos muchísimo.

First the good: the location. The house feels totally isolated, on an amazing semi-private beach that is beautiful and calm, soft sand, gentle waves, amazing sunsets, everything you could want from a beach. We saw evidence of turtle hatchings, which was super cool, and lots of other wildlife was present as well. The water was warm and calm enough for our sea kayaks, and it was so gratifying to just walk down a few dozen feet from the house into the ocean water. Sky was incredible at night. The house was really large, it actually had an extra room that looks like a sitting room in the photos but which has been made into an extra bedroom. So now, on the bottom floor (in a semi-private wing) there is a room with a queen bed, plus the bunk bed room (this is super cute with four beds, but not sure it's all that livable - no blankets on the beds, for example). Upstairs there is the master bedroom, plus another bedroom with two twin beds. So instead of housing eight, as the listing states, it could really fit 10 in the right configuration. The infinity pool was incredible to hang out in, or to take a dip in to cool off during the day. It was consistently clean and maintained, and a gorgeous refuge from the day to day. Daily housekeeping is included and the woman who does it is super nice. We had quick responses to our email queries. Now the bad (and I know this is longer than the good, but it's more to be helpful to future renters than to make the place seem less idyllic than it is): The place is listed for sale, and it's clear that nobody wants to invest in the place. Various counters are sloppily sealed, grout is dirty and wearing away - it just feels a bit more dingy than it should. Furniture is worn out and coming apart. It's a bit less furnished than it appears in the pictures. More importantly - it is isolated enough that you really should be prepared to cook a lot of, if not all, meals at home (we were ready to do this). There are lots of physical amenities - pans, silverware, stuff like waffle makers and a coffee pot and microwaves - but zero consumable products. In most airbnbs (including in Nicaragua) I expect a kitchen towel, oven mitt, napkins, salt, pepper, etc. None of this was there. You need matches to light the gas fired oven, but there were no matches provided. You really need to be prepared to bring ALL consumables with you. One of the benefits of the place is the openness to the outdoors. Unfortunately, the vast majority of the sliding door locks don't actually work. The solution that the management has put in place is to providing some random sticks to wedge close the many, many sliding windows and doors, but these really don't withstand a strong shove. I do think that the Guacalito complex itself is largely safe, but if you are concerned with locking yourself from the outside, it will be impossible here. The place advertises slow wifi, but we had no wifi at all - from the moment we arrived, we couldn't load a single google page or download a single email. I was prepared to not be able to stream music or videos or have lightning-fast connectivity, but you shouldn't count on any connectivity whatsoever. The directions really are bad. I read the other reviews complaining about this and thought they were just bad at following instructions, but the directions provided are simply not adequate (we had four savvy people in the car reading the provided instructions and none of us managed to come up with the right route). Compounding this, there's even an established google maps site that one could send that would make it really easy to find, but the owners have chosen not to do this. The electricity went out twice during our two-night stay. This wasn't a surprise given the description, and the groundskeeper was quick to come over and (with permission) hook up the generator to power essentials like the fridge and a few lights. Still, you should know that if the electricity is out and the generator is running, there is no A/C in the bedrooms and no fans in the common areas (in addition to no lights in a lot of places). The lack of fans in the living rooms made it hard to enjoy the evening in comfort for those who were more adapted to cooler climates. Overall, it's an amazing location and environment and I'd love to come back. The downsides don't at all make it a place you shouldn't stay, but there are things you should absolutely be prepared for if you're going to rent the space.

Thank you Sally for taking the time to write such a detailed review. Great to read the positives, and very useful negatives. We are expecting to embark on a significant renovation effort early 2020, the owners goal being to make it 'like new'. As a part of this we are hoping to find a way to resolve the internet issues. Right now, we use 3G on a monthly contract. The problem with this is that guests who arrive after the data tops up tend to ignore instructions, stream movies and run it out - meaning guests arriving later in the month get no internet. As well as unlimited internet renovations will include a full kitchen refit, new furniture, new bedding, full repaint and overhaul of the pool. Directions are difficult to describe to this property as its nested deep within the large Guacalito resort. I strongly suggest looking the house up on Nicaragua365 under "Casa Guacalito" where you will find a large satellite map. Likewise on your favorite mapping  service,  just look up Casa Guacalito. We have provided Adolfo & Maria with several years supply of matches, salt & pepper.... I agree, very irritating not to have these basics :)

Beware ! Scorpions in house , bugs in beds,  location is so remote and far in you must bring your own food ! And a flash light , water comes and goes and so does electricity (how ever they do have a back up generator ) house keepers amazing they helped make our trip right ! I recommend a truck to make the trip in , and there is no riding in the back for any reason ! That being said the beach was amazing ! Best one I have seen in Nicaragua , super private my fam and I where the only ones  there, quite (a closer down resort is where the house is located ) lots of exploring ! Clean ! Turtles! Jaguars ! Monkeys! Just gorgeous ! Regardless of my negatives I will be back , and better prepared!

Majory, thank you for reporting the presence of bed bugs. We take these reports extremely seriously and have fully fumigated the house and mattresses. Prior to your visit we'd had no reports, and there have been no subsequent reports so looks like they are dealt with.  We have increased the frequency of fumigation, so hopefully there won't be further occurrences. Great to hear you found Adolfo & Maria were helpful - they really are stars. Great to hear you liked the beach, and sounds like (apart from the scorpions) you got lucky with the wildlife!! Yes, anyone reading this -- this house is very remote... bring everything you will need including, maybe, a few card / board games & some DVD's for the evenings. A small, reliable flashlight never goes amiss when travelling in rural areas.

Nice view of the residence, it is a particular place to disconnect from everyday life and enjoy as a family.

Bonita panorámica tiene la residencia, es un lugar particular para desconectarse del día a día y disfrutar en familia.

Thelma - fue un placer tener su familia quedar con nosotros. Nos alegra mucho escuchar que lo pasaron bien. La playa ahi si es linda y perfecta para los chiquitos!!

Amazing place to escape the world.  You might feel unease without internet the first day, but that becomes valuable as the days go by.   The house is beautiful, estilish and comfortable.  The beach ... is paradise!. We did not see a single soul there for the whole stay.   The house is secluded  and hard to get to, but once you find it is easy to go out and come back.  There is a few "pulperias" (little stores) outside the complex where you can buy the basics if you run out.  Try buying from the little shaks on the road.  The people are super nice and gentle and in serious need of an economy boost and very grateful.  We will be back.

Great to hear that you enjoyed your stay and survived offline for a few days -- that's what being on vacation is all about! Really was a pleasure hosting you guys and hope to welcome you back soon.

Wonderful house, close to the sea, unbeatable location. Great price. Take note that there is almost no cell signal. If you're thinking about going off-the-grid, it's an excellent option. Wifi is also limited. We're definitely coming back!

Maravillosa la casa, cerquita del mar, inmejorable ubicación. Excelente precio. Tomen nota que casi no hay señal celular. Si están pensando en salir off-the-grid, es una excelente opción. El wifi también es limitado. Definitivamente vamos a regresar!

Jose -- gracias por el buen review! Me alegro que lo pasaron bien! Saludos

If you really want to go deep in nature, this is the place, no artificial TV jjjjjj, if you know what I mean, super view

Hi Leoncio, I agree is the best tech detox place with an incredible view of our private beach! thanks again for your visit.

Ideal to rest and disconnect from the stress of the city

Ideal para descansar y desconectarse del estrés de la ciudad

Casa Levite was amazing with breathtaking views . Just a few hiccups along the way . Other than that it was very relaxing .

Hi Ruth, apologies for the hiccups finding the place, it can be tricky if you take the wrong turn but we're really glad you had a relaxing time besides that. Thank you for your visit.

Perfect timing for our anniversary. We live in Nicaragua so some nuances not an issue. Finding the property was the only 2 star moment. Love the privacy. Beach is gorgeous. We’ll return for sure!

Loved it!!!

Few steps from the house and you are at the most beautiful beach I’ve been to in Nicaragua.

This house is beautiful and in a great location.  Private and very close to the beach. When I arrived the electrical lines had an issue so the power was out for the first 3.5 days of my 5 day stay.  They did put the generator on, but it only ran 1/4 of the house so we didn't have a/c, kitchen lights, pool pump and one plug in.  I was seriously disappointed with the hosts unwillingness to offer an alternate location or compensate for the lack of electrical amenities.  After all, a happy client spreads the good news.  They could also use more amenities is the kitchen, there wasn't even salt and pepper, but there is basic kitchen utensils for cooking. If the house has electricity guaranteed, it would have been great.

Casa Guacalito is beautiful! It is a short walk down to the beach, which you can see from the house, but there isn't really a path...you just squeeze through an area of the fence and then walk down.  The pool is a nice addition; unfortunately the water was cloudy and we got bitten by little bugs. It just needed some bleach. The rest of the place is very nicely decorated and the kitchen has everything you need to prepare and cook all your meals. They also have a grill out by the pool that we used to grill some shrimp. We were two small families and had plenty of space to spread out and have our privacy.  The house does have a capacity for 10 people...prob 3 couples and 4 kids or 2 couples and 6 kids) The upstairs master is an incredible space.  I will say that you may not necessarily need a sport utility vehicle to reach the house, but if you plan on eating at other places around the area, you definitely will need some sort of terrain vehicle. The beach, what can I say...it is what you go for and it is absolutely stunning and almost completely private!. I would definitely stay here again...we had a great time!

Exquisite location of this home right in front of arguably Nicaragua’s best beach makes it a spectacular experience. The caretakers are very kind and there is ample space to enjoy the family. Very private and secure.

Don't hesitate, it's spectacular , the best beach you can find on the shores, the wonderful house is completely private !!

No lo dudes es espectacular , la mejor playa que puedas encontrar en rivas , la casa maravillosa todo completamente privado !!

The place is beautiful and is being sold by the owners that is why it needs a little bit of maintenance but the house is beautiful and the beach is in front of it. It is an exclusive spot if that is what you want.

Exactly what we expected.  Great views, kitchen and right near a quiet and splendid beach.  Responsive host answered all our questions/needs.

Pictures don’t do justice to this beautiful property. It’s spacious, bright and super clean! The pool has amazing views and it’s such a ridiculously short walk to a private, almost waveless beach. It had everything we needed, from comfy beds to gorgeous Mikasa plates and cups. Had the most relaxing time ever!

A very nice and comfortable house with everything you need for a good time. The beach is a beautiful and almost private. It doesn't have good internet and cellular signal is scarce but the rest compares everything.

Una casa muy linda y cómoda, cuenta con todo lo necesario para pasarla bien. La playa es preciosa y casi privada. No tiene buen Internet y la señal de celular es escasa pero lo demás compenza todo.

Thanks for the review & very happy to hear you enjoyed the location!! Yep, internet is proudly terrible here (works, just... usually). Anyone reading this thinking about booking... DON'T if you need to be connected the whole time. Bring a DVD box set for the evenings/ kids. #TechDetox

This house is amazing! It is just in front of a private beach and has everything to enjoy your vacations.

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