A tranquil nature retreat with all the comfort you crave. Soak in the "barefoot luxury" of your 3-story luxury treehouse, on the slopes of the Maderas volcano on Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua. Relax in the modern comfort of a hot water shower, wifi, private balconies, and incredible panoramic volcano & lake views. Short walks to the center of the town or the Maderas trail! Ideal for couples, groups, business travelers, and families alike. We blend adventures & relaxation in nature. Join us The space The Mango House is part of Selvista Guesthouses, a "barefoot luxury" collection of jungle guesthouses on Isla de Ometepe. The island is a lush and tropically forested UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the middle of Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America. The house offers a comfortable and private lodging experience with direct access to the "jungle" of the surrounding tropical forest and organic permaculture farm. The entire space is a masterpiece of hand-built construction by a local team utilizing local bamboo, wood, and stone. The 2nd floor features: luxurious Queen bed with mosquito net, laptop-friendly desk with chair, natural water filter, high-speed ceiling fans, hooks and hangers, hot water shower, double sink w/large mirrors, modern flush toilet, and private balcony. The 3rd floor features: futon, book selection, playing cards, yoga mats, hammock chairs, private balcony, and stunning panoramic views of the volcano and lake. The ground floor is the second bedroom, with a double and single bed, hot water shower and en suite, complete with desk and chairs. Your stay also includes: secure wifi, daily housekeeping, farm-fresh breakfast, free parking (4x4 vehicle or equivalent required), full access to the open-air kitchen, full access to in-season farm fruits and salad greens garden, and a free tour of the farm property. *** NEED MORE SPACE? *** Check out the other listing on the same property: - "Luxury Treehouse w/Volcano View - Jackfruit House" - identical to Mango House or - "Luxury Suite w/Volcano View - Jungle House" for just the top two floors. Or these smaller, budget-friendly options, also on the same property: - "Comfortable Suite w/Forest Views - Jungle House" - "Casa Chilamate Delux Studio Cabin" Guest access Guests have exclusive access to the entire house and full access to my jungle/food-forest property and on-site restaurant (Nov-Aug). You are welcome to prepare your meals in the guest kitchen (shared with other guesthouses on the property, used very infrequently). Breakfast is included with your stay and offered from 7:30-9:00am. Guests are served island coffee, lemongrass tea from the garden, and a plate of various farm-fresh breakfast foods prepared by a friendly local breakfast cook. Guests are invited to take a tour with the site manager of the 1-hectare (2.5-acre) guesthouse property, which includes farm animals, tropical fruits, organic gardens, and examples of sustainable use and regeneration in the jungle. Other things to note The farm is home to 2 friendly german shepherds: Navi and Loki. They provide company and security 24/7. They are always around the property. They sleep a lot and like to be petted (optional). ----- The entire property is a lush tropical forest, abundant with plant and animal life. Guests may often encounter small, shy jungle animals around the property, including birds, butterflies, bees, monkeys, frogs, toads, spiders, and small bats. Sometimes these creatures like to take shelter inside too. In keeping with our vision, we try to use natural remedies to eliminate them, which we are happy to share with you upon your arrival. NONE of these species are aggressive, toxic to humans, or otherwise dangerous. There is only one venomous animal on the island, the coral snake, which is timid and rare, with very small jaws. These creatures are found all over the island and make Ometepe a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that is full of natural beauty and diversity.

## Overview

Experience a peaceful nature retreat combined with all the comforts you desire. Enjoy the "barefoot luxury" of a three-story treehouse situated on the slopes of the Maderas volcano on Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua. Unwind with modern amenities including a hot water shower, Wi-Fi, private balconies, and breathtaking panoramic views of the volcano and lake. The location offers easy access to the town center and the Maderas hiking trail, making it perfect for couples, groups, business travelers, and families. This property offers a harmonious blend of adventure and relaxation immersed in nature.

## The Space

The Mango House is part of Selvista Guesthouses, a collection of jungle lodgings that emphasize "barefoot luxury" on Isla de Ometepe. The island itself is a lush, tropical UNESCO Biosphere Reserve located in the middle of Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America.

This house provides a private and comfortable stay with direct access to the surrounding tropical forest and an organic permaculture farm. The structure is a handcrafted masterpiece built by a local team using bamboo, wood, and stone sourced nearby.

### Second Floor

- Queen bed with mosquito net  
- Desk and chair suitable for laptop use  
- Natural water filter  
- High-speed ceiling fans  
- Hooks and hangers  
- Hot water shower  
- Double sink with large mirrors  
- Modern flush toilet  
- Private balcony  

### Third Floor

- Futon  
- Selection of books  
- Playing cards  
- Yoga mats  
- Hammock chairs  
- Private balcony  
- Stunning panoramic views of the volcano and lake  

### Ground Floor

- Second bedroom with one double and one single bed  
- En suite bathroom with hot water shower  
- Desk and chairs  

### Additional Amenities Included

- Secure Wi-Fi  
- Daily housekeeping  
- Farm-fresh breakfast  
- Free parking (4x4 vehicle or equivalent required)  
- Full access to the open-air kitchen  
- Access to seasonal farm fruits and salad greens  
- Complimentary tour of the farm property  

## Additional Accommodation Options

If you need more space, consider other listings on the same property:

- Luxury Treehouse with Volcano View – Jackfruit House (similar to Mango House)  
- Luxury Suite with Volcano View – Jungle House (top two floors only)  

For smaller or budget-friendly options on the property:

- Comfortable Suite with Forest Views – Jungle House  
- Casa Chilamate Deluxe Studio Cabin  

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive use of the entire house and full access to the jungle and food-forest property. The on-site restaurant operates from November to August. You are welcome to prepare meals in the guest kitchen, which is shared with other guesthouses but used infrequently.

Breakfast is included and served daily from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. It features island coffee, lemongrass tea from the garden, and a variety of farm-fresh dishes prepared by a local cook.

Guests are invited to join a guided tour of the 1-hectare (2.5-acre) property led by the site manager. The tour highlights farm animals, tropical fruits, organic gardens, and sustainable practices used to regenerate the jungle.

## Other Information

The farm is home to two friendly German Shepherd dogs, Navi and Loki, who provide companionship and security around the clock. They are generally calm, enjoy being petted, and are frequently present on the property.

The entire area is a thriving tropical forest rich with diverse plant and animal life. Visitors may encounter small, shy wildlife such as birds, butterflies, bees, monkeys, frogs, toads, spiders, and small bats. Occasionally, some animals may seek shelter inside the house. The property uses natural remedies to manage these creatures, which are safe and non-aggressive. 

The only venomous animal on the island is the coral snake, which is rare, shy, and has very small jaws. This rich biodiversity contributes to Ometepe’s status as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, celebrated for its natural beauty and ecological variety.

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Selvista: Mango House - luxury volcano view - Cabins for Rent in Balgüe, Departamento de Rivas, Nicaragua

Wonderful! Private two-story accommodation with two bedrooms in the heart of the forest, secluded from civilization, in a quiet and peaceful environment with only the company of monkeys and birds. Very clean accommodation, effective mosquito nets to keep insects out. We had a lovely stay; I would come back if I visit the island again one day.

Magnifique ! Logement privée sur 2 étages avec deux chambres en plein cœur de la forêt , isolé de toute civilisation , un environnement calme et paisible avec la seul compagnie des singes et des oiseaux Logement très propres , moustiquaire efficaces pour être à l’abri des insectes Nous avons passé un très bon séjour , je reviendrais si je retourne sur l’île un jour

The most magical place to stay on our visit to Omotepe. We only wish we could have stayed longer than a few nights to soak up the gorgeous, peaceful surroundings.

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful place. We stayed at the Mango House and it was soooo huge! The highlight, of course, was the view of the volcano. Every morning, we could observe lots of birds and monkeys. A really great place to stay and relax. The breakfast was super tasty, and the point system was really well thought out. Breakfast was one of the best on our 4-week trip! So many of the food items are home-grown and home-made, and you can taste it! Christopher and the team were always available to us, and we felt very comfortable! We would definitely come back and had a wonderful three days!

Wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit in dieser schönen Unterkunft. Wir waren im Mango House und es war soooo riesig! Das Highlight war natürlich der Ausblick auf den Vulkan. Jeden Morgen konnten wir viele Vögel und Affen beobachten. Eine wirklich tolle Unterkunft, um zu entspannen. Das Frühstück war super lecker und das System mit den Punkten wirklich gut durchdacht. Das Frühstück war mit eines der besten auf unserer 4-wöchigen Reise! So viele Lebensmittel werden selbst angebaut und hergestellt und das schmeckt man! Christopher und das Team war für uns jederzeit ansprechbar und wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt! Wir würden definitiv wieder kommen und hatten wunderbare drei Tage!

The tree top houses are super cool. Amazing views of the volcano, and super alive with birds. We very much enjoyed our stay! The following were by no means issues for us, and pointed out only for the benefit of those reading: * the road into the property is pretty rough * there is not AC (as stated in listing) * the on-site restaurant is just OK

Lovely stay! Definitely close to nature, and the restaurant was delicious and utilized local ingredients. I definitely recommend using a 4x4 vehicle if you do end up driving yourself. :)

This place is incredible! The food was so good and the property was so beautiful. Bugs obviously, but you are in the middle of the jungle so it only makes sense.

We had such a great time! This place is spacious, beautiful surroundings, offers great food, and we treated ourselves to the massages that were offered. We fell in love with Nicaragua.  The people and the surroundings made our trip special. We look forward to coming back. We will book Christopher's place again and we will be recommending this one to our friends and family!

10/10 would recommend. Starting your day with yoga and a wonderful healthy meal surrounded beautiful nature was incredible. Each cabin was spacious with large bathrooms and plenty of closet space. Everyone who worked there was extremely friendly and helpful. The massage was truly the best massage I’ve ever gotten.

Paradise place.
There were two of us in the mango house: quality bedding, exceptional environment, clean bathroom large shower and hot water ++
Kitchen available (little in it but still practical)
Great breakfast
Great restaurant (expensive Valentine's Day meal for the island: $30 per person) but it was great!
Helpful and accommodating for ferries or tips for the island!
And we were able to have breakfast at 5:30 a.m. (before the kitchen opened) because the staff had left us everything we needed in the common kitchen the night before.


We could not visit the farm because there was no availability (24 hours in advance) so plan ahead ++ but we ate the bananas and mandarins and other fruits from the garden ++

Endroit paradisiaque. Nous étions deux dans la maison mango : literie de qualité, environnement exceptionnel, salle de bain propre grande douche et eau chaude ++ Cuisine à disposition (peu de chose dedans mais toujours pratique) Super petit déjeuner Super restau (repas saint Valentin cher pour l’île : 30$ par personne) mais c’était top ! Serviable et aidant pour les ferry ou les conseils pour l’île ! Et on a pu prendre un petit déjeuner à 5h30 (avant l’ouverture de la cuisine) car le personnel nous avait laissé tout ce qu’il fallait dans la cuisine commune la veille au soir, On a pas pu visiter la ferme car pas de dispo (24h à lavance) donc anticiper ++ mais on a bien mangé les bananes et mandarines et autres fruits du jardin ++

We felt very comfortable and can only recommend it

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und können es nur empfehlen

Beautiful lil jungle spot. Loki and Navi are amazing lil friends to have around. Breakfast has great views and was good, nice to be incorporated into the price. Jungle critters are around but they mind their business. Falling asleep to the sounds of the jungle is something special. Worth going!

A really pretty and special house, that’s luxurious but still makes you feel connected to nature. Totally recommend it! The only thing I would work on is the shared kitchen, the stove does not really work and it is not that well-equipped, so I‘d say just eat at the restaurant (tasty) and don‘t try to cook.

We had a wonderful stay at the Selvista and Ometepe! The accommodation is very secluded, quiet (besides the wildlife), the beds were comfy, the shower was powerful, and the views from the balcony were epic. I highly recommend renting an ATV or scooter to get around the island. It gives you the flexibility to get around and there is a lot to see! We arranged the kayaking guided tour through Selvista and it was great. Megan is very lovely and gave us the interesting background on the variety of flora and fauna on the property. Remember to ask her when you meet her! I had a run in with a spider in my room and swept it away. I’m not scared of spiders so I was just startled. Lots of cute geckos too. Ometepe is a magical place! We had a wonderful stay!

I’ve stayed here two times and it’s been great. I do think it’s a great location and the property is beautiful. Bring a 4x4 to get there easily.

We had a great time at the Mango House! It was a nice experience in the jungle, luxury version. It's really best to rent quads to get there. Lots of things to do nearby. I highly recommend this place if you are in Ometepe.

Nous avons eu un super séjour dans la Mango House! C’était une belle expérience dans la jungle version luxueuse. Il est vraiment préférable de louer des quads pour s’y rendre. Beaucoup d’activités aux alentours. Je recommande fortement ce logement si vous êtes à Ometepe.

This place is such a gem. We loved our stay there. Place is gorgeous, and the food is unreal!

Stunning place - so peaceful. Loved our house in the jungle - especially the view from the top balcony was breathtaking. Breakfast was fantastic and staff really friendly. If you want to explore the Island, you do need some form of vehicle as there’s not much to do in walking distance. We rented an ATV which worked really well for us.

We had a fantastic stay here, it was beautiful and hosts were very easy to communicate with. Would recommend getting a pickup to and from the ferry with the hosts!

Clean, matched the photos in a gorgeous location. The staff were incredibly helpful and kind.

If you want a relaxing place to chill and be in nature Thus is it

Our adult family of four stayed in both the mango house and the jungle house.  Both of these places are fabulous- beautiful jungle surroundings, areas to hang out and observe the beauty, all kinds of fruit to try, an on-site restaurant (try the jackfruit stew!), comfortable beds.  The fact that this area has been mindfully reforested was what attracted us to this stay but the experience overall was amazing.  We highly recommend!

Definitely one of the best and most beautiful Airbnbs in Ometepe. Clear instructions easy to find, great host

excellent setting, clear instructions. beautiful serene environment, excellent staff.

This place was amazing. Very easy to get around and peaceful. From great breakfast to seeing monkeys right outside our air b&b. Megan helped with not only arranging our atv rentals when we arrived, but also booked us a kayak tour that involved seeing wildlife and getting up close to the volcano (highly recommend) Didn’t want to leave!

Excellent attention from the manager and all the staff, the spectacular food and the place has a lot of charm!

Excelente atención de la gerente y de todo el personal, la comida espectacular y el lugar tiene mucho encanto!

Amazing house in the middle of nothing and amazing nature. Loads of animals ans cute (protecting 😉) dogs. Staff was friendly and helpful. We simply loved the fruits available to the guests. Would recommend this place!

Very special location between the birds, butterflies and squirrels. Very clean and modern. The children really enjoyed it. They slept downstairs and we upstairs. For the children, it was only getting used to the fact that you can only get together from the outside. Otherwise nice breakfast, you can also cook yourself but the restaurant is very well regarded. Nice service and super nice staff. We were at Ometepe for Christmas, don't forget to book a place on the boat in time if you come by car. There is also a large supermarket nearby which is convenient. We won't soon forget this place!

Hele bijzondere locatie tussen de vogels, vlinders en eekhoorns. Heel schoon en modern. De kinderen vonden het heel leuk. Zij sliepen beneden en wij boven. Voor de kinderen was het alleen wel wennen dat je alleen vanaf buitenom bij elkaar kunt komen. Verder lekker ontbijt, je kan ook zelf koken maar het restaurant staat heel goed aangeschreven. Fijne service en super aardig personeel. Wij waren met kerst op Ometepe, vergeet niet tijdig een plek op de boot te reserveren als je met de auto komt. Er zit ook een grote supermarkt in de buurt wat handig is. We zullen deze plek niet snel vergeten!

It was a bit expensive for me but it was worth it !! A very nice place with a lot of nature. The people who worked there were very friendly

Para mí era un poco caro pero valió la pena !! Un muy bonito lugar con mucha naturaleza. La gente que trabajaban allá estaban muy amable

A peaceful and beautiful place! Surrounded by nature, comfortable bed, nice details.we loved to stay at Selvista, very friendly and helpful staff!

The place was perfect – clean, cozy and exactly as described. Great location, straightforward communication, and a warm host. Absolutely recommended!

Die Unterkunft war perfekt – sauber, gemütlich und genauso wie beschrieben. Tolle Lage, unkomplizierte Kommunikation, und ein herzlicher Gastgeber. Absolut empfehlenswert!

The mango house was great! Peaceful & filled with nature (including a few spiders, a scorpion, and wasp nest, that were easily removed from our room). The place was clean, beds comfy, hot water very hot. Breakfast was included & was filling, plus great view of the volcano on the other side of the island. They provided a crib with a mosquito net for our little (the mattress is a little smaller than the crib itself but we used the extra bed pillows to fill the gaps), who slept wonderfully on it. We came during low season so the restaurant on site wasn’t open, but there were places nearby to eat at. Sadly it wasn’t mango season so we couldn’t grab any off the surrounding trees. There was plenty of jackfruit, coconuts and bananas though. We recommend leaving your rental car on the mainland if it is not an SUV and renting a 4x4 or quad/motorbike on the island as our small car couldn’t get us up to the property or down some roads on the island, limiting what we could see. Will return!

Absolutely magical stay! It was hot. very hot! But other than that. Incredible

If you are looking for the perfect place to stay in Ometepe this is it. The location is fantastic, the views are to die for and the accommodation is unique and just as described. The team are on hand to support with any questions and to ensure you have the best trip possible - from booking ferries, recommending restaurants and booking kayak tours. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, it was wonderful and one we will not forget. Thank you!

What an incredible stay in Mango House. We lived on eyesight with the monkeys:-)

Paradise place in the middle of nature. Lots of little touches from the staff. Responsive host. Staff is wonderful. It was great to be able to eat fresh fruit. The lunches are exquisite, the restaurant is definitely worth it.

Endroit paradisiaque au coeur de la nature. Plein de petites attentions de la part du personnel. Hôte réactif. Le personnel est merveilleux. C’était super de pouvoir manger des fruits frais. Les déjeuners sont exquis, le restaurant vaut vraiment le détour.

Good communication with the host! Great place for immersion in the jungle and excellent lunch. The only downside is the presence of a lot of insects.

Bonne communication avec l’hôte! Endroit idéal pour une immersion dans la jungle et déjeuner excellent. Le seul point négatif est la présence de beaucoup d’insects.

We loved our stay at Selvista. The sunsets were beautiful at their restaurant and we enjoyed the “golden hour.” Dinner there was also delicious. The views were incredible both in the early morning and evening from our casita. The highlight was getting a wonderful tour of the farm from Megan. We learned a lot about permaculture - even our 10 and 12 year olds found it super interesting. Thank you Megan!!!

The grounds and the rooms are very nice. The sheets are made for you everyday. The included breakfasts were very tasty and great way to start the day. And with a fantastic view. And then a nice walk through the trees and by the pigs to digest. Some things we didn’t expect was disposing of toilet paper in the garbage. The Mango house had many hornet nests inside and some panes of glass were missing from shutters so bugs were free to fly through the bedroom. Fortunately the mosquito net kept everything out. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Both Meagan and Chris were away during our stay so communication was slightly affected around our check in and we did not get our ferry ticket through them. We were also unable to clarify what to do about the hornet nests. Leaving them alone worked for us. The view from the mango house was absolutely the shining feature. The hammock chairs with beautiful sunrise and sunset views were perfect for a relaxing read or coffee.

Amazing experience. Every aspect our trip was spot on and perfect. Megan and her team were amazing, from suggestions for art and shopping to things to see, they give a first class experience. The farm tour was super informative and magical. The mango jungle house was a dream come true for an ultimate Omatepe experience. The food at Zapote was outstanding and the activities and transportation Megan helped plan were perfect. I can not say enough good things about this stay, I’ve been around the world and this place has cemented itself as my favourite. We will definitely be returning, next time for much longer. And special thanks to the restaurant staff for my terrible Spanish! Your patience was appreciated! Cheers and Thanks again!

We stayed in the Mango House for a week and could have easily stayed longer. The house is surrounded by lush bush and sounds of nature, and on a clear day you can see Concepcion volcano. The house was comfortable & cleaned daily - we particularly loved having the second storey for yoga (mats provided!). It’s worth knowing that the bathroom is an open style in the bedroom, the toilet is just separated by a bamboo cubicle and shower is open to the room - this didn’t bother us but is a bit different to what we expected. Great to have breakfast included (although we found it quite light), as well as a kitchen to make meals. We absolutely loved the homegrown bananas!! Balgue is a good area, although we recommend renting a vehicle as it’s a decent walk from Selvista to town and things are spread out on Ometepe (we had a scooter). We really enjoyed Megan’s farm tour on our first day which explained a lot about this unique property. All of the staff were lovely!

This was a very special and amazing place. Built right into the tree tops and blended in with nature. It was a lovely, peaceful environment with very welcoming owners and staff. What an absolute gem on the island of Ometepe. I highly recommend. A+++

Really enjoyed our stay here, it’s a great peaceful location and the staff are amazing. The owners are very responsive and helpful, and the on site staff are excellent, especially Jonathan!

Everything was great! Everyone on the team was incredible and the recommendations were perfect. Thank you very much for everything!

Nice place, location & hosts respond quickly! No air conditioning on the other hand!

Beau logement, bel emplacement & hôtes répondent vite! Par contre, pas d’air climatisé!

Volcano views in the middle of the jungle.. stunning

So happy we chose to stay at Selvista during our time on Ometepe! The property was absolutely beautiful and it was so nice to be staying amongst nature. The hosts made the booking & check-in process super easy, and they were so responsive to any questions I asked about both the property and the island. I've already recommended Selvista to multiple friends and cannot wait to have them experience the beauty of Ometepe & Selvista!

Had a lovely stay in the Mango House! Truly your own treehouse right in the jungle, the surroundings and that view are unforgettable. Bed is comfortable, shower had great pressure and the fan will be used/needed! I loved starting and ending my days upstairs with the jungle sounds and volcano view. Megan and Christopher were very communicative hosts - easily reachable, gave great recommendations, and made arranging transport and ATV/scooter rentals sooo easy. Megan was even very encouraging when I needed to get a spider out of the space haha. Breakfast is DELISH! Crew is so nice. A bit of a walk to anything else in Balgue but this Airbnb was a great base for myself as a solo traveler.

I loved staying in the tree top canopy of the jungle. Ometepe was the highlight of Nicaragua!

Most beautiful place we’ve stayed in all of Nicaragua! This is a nature lover’s dream. Everything is eco friendly and organic. You’re surrounded by incredibly beautiful foliage and wild life. Could not have loved it more. When we left, we accidentally took the key with us and they’ve been gracious in working with us on that. Do not skip out on this one!

This place is amazing! Great location! Great hosts who quite literally were willing and able to help us book anything we wanted from an ATV, excursions, transfers, etc. All of the staff working on the property are also friendly and helpful! This place is a true gem! Don’t miss out!

Christopher and Megan have created the perfect space to unplug and relax in Ometepe. We throughly enjoyed listening to the wildlife and rain when reading in the upper living area. These hosts were also incredibly responsive and helped us plan activities, recommend places to eat and get to and from the island without stress.

We had an amazing time staying at Selvista and would recommend it to everyone. Extremely friendly host which was always very responsive and helpful. :) Great choice! Br Silje & Jamie

Absolutely beautiful!  I’m definitely bringing my family here again!

Christopher’s place is absolutely stunning! From the decor, to the build, the bed sheets and bathroom was cleaned daily to our surprise! The property is lush and organic and filled with wild life. Water filter in the room was refilled daily, breakfast included was a bonus! We love it here! We will be back for sure!!! Best town on the island! Mucho Gracias!!

One of the best places we have stayed on our travels - a real 5 star experience. We particularly loved the tour of the farm and the abundance of life and plants that were on offer. Would not hesitate to stay again or recommend to a friend.

Beautiful place in the jungle with the best view of the volcano. The equipment of the room is basic but sufficient. The shared kitchen was well designed, kitchen utensils were only on request.

Schöne Unterkunft im Dschungel mit bestem Blick auf den Vulkan. Die Ausstattung der Zimmer einfach aber ausreichend. Die Gemeinschaftsküche war schön gestaltet, Küchenutensilien gab es nur auf Nachfrage.

This place was great! Host very responsive and helpful. It’s in the jungle and is really fun. Worth a stay for sure. Eco friendly / nature lovers will find this place epic. Get a 4x4 quad for sure! Fun experience. I would stay here again.

This was an incredible experience. The beds were very comfortable. Lots of fans if you stay during the hotter season. The staff and dogs who live there make you feel very safe. We had one very nice German Shepard that slept on our steps and we loved it. You can hear birds and monkeys and see the volcano from your porch. The breakfast was SO GOOD every morning and travelers from all over the world join you at breakfast but it’s so quiet and big we had no idea there were that many people there. If we needed anything like a four wheeler, dirt bike or ride to the airport we just messaged the host and got it instantly. They set up our taxi from the airport to the island and from the ferry port to the treehouse, our taxi driver offered us cold drinks from a cooler along with our ride and spoke great English and was very kind. From the moment we stepped off the airplane in Nicaragua to the moment we got back onto an airplane we were taken care of 100000%.

The view of the volcano, the privacy, the availability of fruits and the good vibe of those who took us, taught and picked us from the hotel were what we liked the most.  The breakfast was great!  It would have been ideal to have a restaurant or cooked food available inside Selvista.

La vista al volcán, la privacidad, la disponibilidad de frutas y la buena onda de quien nos llevó, enseñó y recogió del hotel fueron lo que más nos gustó.  El desayuno estuvo buenísimo!  Hubiera sido ideal tener un restaurante o comida cocinada disponible dentro de Selvista.

Fabulous accomodation, great breaky and excellent communication

Great way to experience the Ometepe vibe.

Great place to spend your time on Ometepe. Awesome views of Concepcion, tons of wildlife on the property, fresh fruit and a super peaceful and laid back atmosphere. Staff was very friendly and helpful and was available for any questions you had and tons of recommendations. Overall a great place A+++

Enchanting place. Very helpful staff. Jewelry

Lieu enchanteur. Personnel très serviable. Un bijoux

My wife and I had a great time. The place is great and very romantic. The hosts were very helpful. A little tip, do not hesitate to rent 4x4s to visit the island because it's really worth it. If you rent one, I suggest you do it with the hosts directly and avoid doing it from the port where the locals will give you lower quality motorcycles. And don't worry if there's no air conditioning, because the nights are cool.

Ma femme et moi avons passé un excellent séjour. L’endroit est super et très romantique. Les hôtes furent très serviable. Petit conseil, n’hésitez pas à louer des 4x4 pour visiter l’île car ça en  vaut vraiment la peine. Si vous en louez, je vous suggère de le faire avec les hôtes directement et évitez de le faire du port où les locaux vous donnerons des motos de moins bonne qualité. Et ne vous inquiétez pas si il n’y a pas d’air climatisé, car les nuits sont fraiche.

Lovely place to stay in the jungle. Perfectly located, amazing tree house and beautiful view on the volcano! Couldn't recommend more. Delicious breakfast too!

Our stay in mango house was amazing! The place is beautifully built in the middle of the jungle, it's a real once-in-a-lifetime experience (although we hope to visit again soon!). The treehouse was stunning with amazing views, surrounded by nature. The room and bed were really comfortable and we had everything we needed including hot shower and delicious breakfast cooked by the team. We hired a quad bike which made getting around really easy. There's an amazing local restaurant 'Cafe Campestre' (it was so good we went to 3 times in 2 days!) just a few minutes away. Selvista is a real hidden gem, it's definitely one of the best places to stay in Ometepe!

Selvistas is everything good and great about Ometepe. Enchanting. Authentic. Kind. Free. What Chris has built and run by the most fabulous Meghan is a magical wonderland. Beautiful rooms connected to nature, generous and personal hosting, wholesome food and an intimate gaggle of guests who are interesting and interested. Perfect location. Do take the tour to understand the permaculture philosophy - it gives you an even greater appreciation for the consideration and operation behind the scenes. Pig was a highlight ! Keep the pig!

Great location for experiencing Ometepe, charming tree house experience

Beautiful grounds and a wonderful retreat from life. Megan is happy to help you with anything you need and quick to answer any questions. She arranged scooter delivery to the property which was really convenient. You can easily get to the property by taxi--I paid $25 each way. Breakfast was delicious and fresh. The dogs are lovely. Plenty of drinking water in the room and hot water in the shower with excellent water pressure (a rare luxury for me!). Most important is that Christopher and Megan are contributing to the community on the island and are clearly committed to living sustainably and sharing that ethos with their guests. There are a lot of places who claim to do this but here you have the real deal!

Lovely place!! We enjoyed our stay at the Selvista very much! Our highlight was the view from the upper deck of the Mango House. The communication was great and the breakfast very tasty!

Selvista is a beautiful and peaceful jungle retreat.

Thanks for another wonderful weekend in paradise!

Definitely expect beautiful views, wonderful vibes and excellent accommodations.

The Mango House is amazing, it feels like a beautiful and luxurious treehouse in the middle of a jungle. Not to mention that our hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful with transport, check-in/out and recommendations. This was one of the most amazing and unique places that I have visited and would recommend it to anyone visiting Ometepe

We had a great time at the Selvista Guest Houses. The breakfast was delicious. It is very close to the base of Madaras Volcano. The tour guide Junior met us in the outdoor kitchen. He provided good conversation and great information on the flora and fauna of the volcano. The guest house provided a great view of Concepcion volcano and balcony was where we would typically retire for the night.

An amazing guesthouse on an incredible property. Comfortable, clean and a wonderful view of Concepcion. Hospitality was phenomenal and breakfast was delicious. Highly recommend Selvistsa. Great place for a getaway.

The Airbnb was just a dream! We have stayed in the Mangi House and honestly, we could have stayed there for months!!! The view from our balcony was absolutely great, vulcano in front and jungle! The room were super clean and very researched forniture. All the stuff was very friendly and felt like home! I’ll hope to come back ASAP!

We had a fantastic stay at Selvista! What a wonderful place to spend six nights in the jungle of Ometepe. We especially liked the breakfasts, close proximity to Balgue, doggies on site (miss you Loki) and Megan & Chris’ hospitality. They arranged a few excursions for us which were top-notch. Can’t wait to come back!

The Mango House was simply perfect! A bit farther from the reception so it was more discrete and I loved it! The home is impeccable and I can’t see a better place to enjoy the full Ometepe experience. Megan was super helpful and arranged a hike, a massage and ATV rentals for me! I would absolutely recommend staying there if you are in Ometepe!

A bit expensive by Nicaraguan standards but a beautiful and unique space. Hosts were friendly and easy to communicate with and the room is gorgeous!

Ometepe is a magic place. So is Selvista. Beautiful, comfortable houses in the jungle with great views. Paula cooked us delicious breakfasts. There was something different on offer every day. They have 3 lovely dogs, one of them just a mischievous puppy. They accompanied us on our attempt to climb Maderas, which was unfortunately unsuccessful due to bad weather. Also, if you are not super fit, leave earlier than suggested. If we would have left at 7 instead of at 8, we would have probably made it. Definitely rent some quads or motorbikes and explore the island and visit Ojo de Aqua. We also recommend the tour around the property. We learned lots. There is no washing machine, but you can get your laundry hand washed for a fee. You can buy beer, wine and some snacks in the kitchen and also order in food from two places. Megan organised all tours for us and also our transport to Selvista from the border with Costa Rica and did a great job, everything worked seamlessly.

This is a magical place in the jungles of Ometepe. The host, Megan, graciously booked our ferry for us by phone, as you need a reservation with a car -- this was very much appreciated. Staff were welcoming, and breakfast was yummy. The house was comfortable, and the bed was great! The fans are more than enough to keep you cool at night, although we did lose power a couple of times for short periods, which really made you appreciate the fans when they came back on. There are several bars and restaurants within a 15-20 minute walk, although we appreciated having a car to explore the island more easily.

It was a pleasure to stay at the Silvesta Guesthouse. Nice and friendly Stuff, great view from the balcony and a beautiful Garden. I Can totally recommend it.

What a beautiful place to stay on ometepe. Megan was amazing and helped us arrange transportation and scooter/atv rentals... they will bring them directly to the house! It’s about a 15-20 min walk to the closest restaurant/store. Communal kitchen was great with drinks and snacks to buy. We had pizza delivered one night and enjoyed chatting with Megan and other guests. Hope we can come back before we are too old to climb up to the second bedroom ;) Thanks Megan!!!

Magical place..! My girlfriend & stayed 3 nights in the Mango house and it made our Experience on Ometepe island that much more enjoyable! Didn’t have to deal w/ any creepy crawling things so that’s always nice when traveling through Nicaragua..! Rented an ATV. Found a couple Great restaurants right down the street and an awesome lively Jungle bar in between that lights up @ night, also worth checking out. And last but not less The hospitality @ Selvista can’t be beat.! Thanks again guys, highly recommended..!

Magical house in the nature that has everything you need! If you like nature and wanna get your mind free, its the Place to go! We enjoyed every moment and can totally recommend it!

If you’re on the fence about staying at this property. BOOK NOW!!  This was by far the best experience I’ve ever had with Airbnb.  The simple fact that they replayed over 44,000 trees and REBUILT a sustainable rainforest on the land is incredible. The rooms are made from sustainable materials and the breakfast served comes from the farm on the property. Megan is amazing and make sure you take the farm tour, her knowledge of sustainability and permaculture is mind blowing.  She also gifted us a bottle of wine to celebrate both our birthdays while there.  Do not hesitate... this place truly is amazing... I’ll be back. Oh, and go check out the waterfall when you’re here, it’s fab. :)

Typical place in the heart of the simply heavenly jungle... the jungle and all the amenities necessary for a pleasant and comfortable stay... thank you to the whole team we loved... ❤️

Endroit typique au cœur de la jungle tout simplement paradisiaque... la jungle et tout les commodité nécessaire pour un séjour agréable et confortable... merci a toute l équipe on a adoré... ❤️

Absolutely outstanding!! First - Selvista is such an incredible property, with breathtaking views, that we are still talking about it. Second - the manager (Megan) and staff are incredible! Third - the properties are SO well constructed, factoring in top notch comfort, views, (some) people’s discomfort with bugs, adventure! Fourth - while it’s in the jungle, the taxi service they use is a family of kind, friendly, safe and responsive people who helped us get everywhere. Fifth (and finally) - while some may say Nicaragua is unsafe, the island of Ometepe is completely safe and without many tourists...it’s a dream come true to explore and relax without all the people. HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! Thank you again, Megan!

Selvista is a unique experience full of suprising luxury and friendly people tucked away in a jungle paradise that has been reforested with a biodiverse landscape under the guiding principles of permaculture.  If you are looking to take your visit to Isla Omtepe to the next level, Selvista is the place for you! Not only did we discover the hidden secrets of this magical oasis by hiking, biking, walking and swimming, we also learned so much about sustainable biodiversity and met some truly lovely new friends.  Megan was an excellent host and more than willing to help with tours, transportation and suggestions. I highly recommed Selvista and plan to return in the not so distant future!!! 

A beautiful place with amazing views. Megan was a lovely host and helped us arrange activities during our stay. The complimentary breakfast was delicious and filling. Please note if you are scared of spiders or bugs you probably shouldn’t stay here. We saw two giant tarantula sized spiders in our room, there is a mosquito net so you are protected but keep that in mind we didn’t realize how many bugs would share our space. Other than that we loved learning about permaculture and enjoyed our stay at Selvista and the magical island of Ometepe.

I loved this place. The people working the grounds are extremely nice and helpful. The driver Fernando helped us tremendously with showing us the places to go and even let us rent a couple of ATV's to ride around the island. Finding gasoline and a working ATM was difficult around the island. Finding a correct time of when a ferry is leaving the island was also difficult, luckily our driver took us to a couple of docks where we finally found one to leave the island. Nicaragua is a beautiful country with beautiful people. Ometepe island is a gem.

Jackfruit Treehouse at Selvista was everything we were expecting to experience and so much more! The location is beautiful and secluded - the volcano view alone is outstanding. Accommodations have been designed with much affection and with care for the environment while maintaining a high caliber and aesthetic. The “small things” are considered. Great bottle of wine in the room, lovely body wash, flashlight to get up the ladder to the best hammocks in town. The vibe is a balance of community living (enjoyed company at breakfast) and privacy. Because the location is about 5-8 minute drive outside of town (not including your walk to the road), transportation is a must to leave property. Megan was our face of Selvista and she was resourceful and kind and had reliable contacts in town. We highly recommend the ATV rental outfit that Megan suggested. She even directed us to great places to drive that was out of the tourist trap. This was our “splurge” on the trip - if you can even call it that considering the value. We would go back in a heartbeat!

This was an amazing, unique space in the jungle! The host was outstanding, made reliable, specific recommendations, hooked us up with everything we needed, and made us feel taken care of. The cabin itself is really unique with priceless views of the volcano.  If you want jungle seclusion, this is it. Also, right next to the volcano hike.

This house on Christopher and Megan's farm is truly spectacular.  The space is beautifully constructed and was immaculately clean.  It really hit a perfect balance between staying natural and open to the elements, while still having all the amenities you could need, including a hot shower, electrical outlets, fans, etc.  Coupled with it's remote location and beautiful view of the volcano and sunset, it really was a perfect retreat for us.  We really enjoyed that side of the island, near the small town of Balgue which has some nice restaurants, and is pretty close to the Ojo de Agua, another highlight for us.  It's pretty easy to walk into the small town, but we had rented some mopeds, which helped a lot in getting around to more of the island.  Was also nice to be on a working farm, and the freshly prepared breakfasts were a highlight.  Our host Megan was very helpful with local food and activity recommendations and in arranging a guide for our hike up the Maderas volcano, who was fantastic.  The volcano can be walked to directly from the farm.  Overall, couldn't have been happier with our stay here.  Would highly recommend.

Was so sad to leave! The island is magical and Megan made it so much more. Their site offers all the info needed to get to the island and to Selvista. She also made our ferry reservations for the car and gave me the name of an excellent guide for our hike up Concepcion. The accommodations are spotless which is the most important factor to me when deciding where to stay. Do not expect luxurious amenities. You will get giant spiders and all but that all adds to the experience.

2BR Luxury Villa