Soak in the "barefoot luxury" in Jungle House 2nd & 3rd floors, on the slopes of the Maderas volcano on Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua. Relax in modern comfort of high-speed ceiling fans, hot water shower, wifi, private balconies, and incredible panoramic volcano & lake views. Short walks to the town of Balgüe and the Maderas trail-head! Ideal for couples, groups of adventurers, business travelers, individuals and families alike. We have what you want! Relax, revilalise! The space This "Volcano View Luxury Suite" at the Jungle 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. We are close to nature and wildlife here in this convenient, but remote, setting. The Volcano View Luxury Suite consists of the 2nd and 3rd floors, a completely separate space from the "Comfortable Suite w/Forest Views - Jungle House" on the 1st floor. ***Please contact me if you are interested in renting out both suites, i.e. the entire house.*** The entire space is a masterpiece of 2 years 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. 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 organic greens garden, and a free 40-min tour of the farm property. *** NEED MORE SPACE? *** Check out the two other listings (identical to this one) on the same property: - "Luxury Treehouse w/Volcano View - Jackfruit House" - "Luxury Treehouse w/Volcano View - Mango House" Or these smaller, budget-friendly options, also on the same property: - "Comfortable Suite w/Forest Views - Jungle House" (first floor of this same house) - "Organic Permaculture Homestead" Guest access Guests have exclusive access to the entire 2nd and 3rd floors of the house, and full access to my jungle/farm property and the open-air kitchen where breakfast is served and also the cob oven and grill kitchen, located just above. You are welcome to prepare your own meals in the kitchen (shared with 3 other guesthouses on the property, but used very infrequently). Breakfast is included with your stay and offered from 7:30-9:00am. Guests are served organic 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 FREE 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 sustainability and self-sufficiency in the jungle. Other things to note The farm is home to 3 friendly and well-behaved dogs: Vago, Osa, and Navi. They provide company and security 24/7. They are always around the property but do not enter inside the house. 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 whole island, the coral snake, which is timid and rarely ever seen. These creatures are found all over the island and make Ometepe a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that is full of natural beauty and diversity. Note the name of the house when booking!

## The Space

Experience barefoot luxury on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Jungle House, located on the slopes of the Maderas volcano on Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua. Enjoy modern comforts such as high-speed ceiling fans, hot water showers, Wi-Fi, private balconies, and breathtaking panoramic views of the volcano and lake. The property is within walking distance to the town of Balgüe and the Maderas trailhead.

This Volcano View Luxury Suite is part of Selvista Guesthouses, a collection of jungle guesthouses offering a blend of comfort and nature on Isla de Ometepe. The island is a lush, tropical UNESCO Biosphere Reserve situated in the middle of Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America.

The house provides a private and comfortable lodging experience with direct access to the surrounding tropical forest and an organic permaculture farm. This setting offers a convenient yet remote connection to nature and wildlife.

The suite occupies the entire 2nd and 3rd floors, separate from the Comfortable Suite with Forest Views located on the 1st floor. Please contact the host if you are interested in renting both suites, i.e., the entire house.

The house is a result of two years of hand-built construction by a local team using bamboo, wood, and stone sourced locally.

### 2nd Floor Features
- Queen bed with mosquito net
- Laptop-friendly desk and chair
- Natural water filter
- High-speed ceiling fans
- Hooks and hangers
- Hot water shower
- Double sink with large mirrors
- Modern flush toilet
- Private balcony

### 3rd Floor Features
- Futon
- Book selection
- Playing cards
- Yoga mats
- Hammock chairs
- Private balcony
- Stunning panoramic views of the volcano and lake

### Included with Your Stay
- Secure Wi-Fi
- Daily housekeeping
- Farm-fresh breakfast
- Free parking (4x4 vehicle or equivalent required)
- Full access to the open-air kitchen
- Access to in-season farm fruits and organic greens from the garden
- Complimentary 40-minute tour of the farm property

## Additional Accommodation Options

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

- Luxury Treehouse with Volcano View - Jackfruit House
- Luxury Treehouse with Volcano View - Mango House

For budget-friendly alternatives on the property:

- Comfortable Suite with Forest Views - Jungle House (1st floor of the same house)
- Organic Permaculture Homestead

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive use of the entire 2nd and 3rd floors of the house. Full access is granted to the jungle/farm property and the open-air kitchen, where breakfast is served. The kitchen includes a cob oven and grill and is shared with three other guesthouses but is rarely used by others.

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

Guests are invited to take a free guided tour of the 1-hectare (2.5-acre) property with the site manager. The tour highlights farm animals, tropical fruits, organic gardens, and examples of sustainability and self-sufficiency in the jungle.

## Other Things to Note

The farm is home to three friendly and well-behaved dogs—Vago, Osa, and Navi—who provide companionship and security around the clock. They remain outside the house, enjoy resting, and welcome petting, though interaction is optional.

The entire property is a lush tropical forest teeming with diverse plant and animal life. Visitors may encounter small, shy jungle creatures such as birds, butterflies, bees, monkeys, frogs, toads, spiders, and small bats. Occasionally, some animals may seek shelter inside the house.

In line with the property's philosophy, natural remedies are used to manage wildlife, and guests will be informed about these upon arrival. None of the animals present are aggressive, poisonous, or dangerous to humans. The only venomous species on the island is the coral snake, which is shy and rarely seen.

These abundant species contribute to Ometepe's status as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, celebrated for its natural beauty and biodiversity.

Please be sure to specify the name of the house when booking.

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Selvista: Jungle House volcano view luxury 2storey - Nature lodges for Rent in Balgüe, Rivas, Nicaragua

Beautiful place right in the middle of the jungle with a fantastic view of the volcano. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The breakfast was very tasty and original – you can tell that a lot of effort has been put into it. The staff were all incredibly kind and warm; we felt very comfortable. The path to the property is a bit bumpy; you should be careful, especially if you're riding a scooter, but it's definitely doable. However, since the property is located right in the middle of the jungle, you shouldn't be afraid of spiders. For us, that was exactly what gave it its special charm. We were very pleased and would come back anytime!

Wunderschöne Unterkunft mitten im Jungle mit traumhaftem Blick auf den Vulkan. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Das Frühstück war sehr lecker und originell – man merkt, dass sich viel Mühe gegeben wird. Die Mitarbeiter waren alle unglaublich lieb und herzlich, wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Der Weg zur Unterkunft ist etwas holprig, besonders mit dem Roller sollte man vorsichtig fahren, aber es ist definitiv machbar. Da die Unterkunft mitten im Jungle liegt, sollte man allerdings keine Angst vor Spinnen haben. Für uns hat genau das den besonderen Charme ausgemacht. Wir waren sehr zufrieden und würden jederzeit wiederkommen!

What an amazing stay we had at this beautiful place! Would definitely recommend to someone who wants to immerse themselves in the beauty and nature of Ometepe. All the workers were so nice and welcoming. Such a great experience!

The location is beautiful The staff are incredibly helpful & accommodating The food is delicious Living in the jungle with animals & their additional friendly dogs Amazing shower & very very comfortable bed Honestly one of the best massages of my LIFE! Attention to detail is clear throughout They helped us with all logistical things from last minute ferry to guided volcano hikes The only small feedback would be the coffee was bad - but that’s literally the only thing that I can say.

Great for people that are nature lovers. Loved the concept, clean and cool place, very helpful staff. However, I think the bugs that comes with being in the jungle wasn't for me (personally).

Very nice stay at Selvista. Make sure you try the cheeseburger, it's delicious! The host is responsive and helpful. The place was very clean. The only thing holding me back from 5 stars is that it was a bit more in the jungle than I expected and it did get a bit hot. but maybe that's the time of year. Either way, I enjoyed my stay and would definitely stay again. Thank you!

We had a wonderful stay. A proper jungle experience, we even had a tarantula in the outdoor shower!

This is a nice place to stay on Ometepe. It’s a little pricey and the focus on “permaculture” seems overdone. It would be nice to have access to coffee earlier than 7:30am. Overall, the lodgings were comfortable and as advertised.

The place is amazing, as the name itself says, you’re in the jungle. There was a little family of howler monkeys on the tree in front of the house and it was amazing. The host is super efficient and friendly (and they came to our rescue with a spider problem lol) and gives you a ton of interesting ideas of what to do in the area. Love it

Awesome place to disconnect and enjoy nature. Place is a true gem and soo relaxing! Heavily recommend!

Unreal few days in the jungle with some of the most helpful and responsive hosts I’ve had to date on Airbnb. 10/10 - thank you!!

Great stay, with an amazing view over the volcano.

Unreal setting and beautiful lodges. However the main issue we had was location which is more of a Ometepe issue. Make sure you hire a motorbike or ATV for the who trip. The team at Selvista were not clear about prices of taxis. They offer to pick you up from the port and then charge you $40. That is not communicated. Also the volcano tour they stun us on taxis then. Beautiful island and Enrique on the volcano tour was great!

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate all guest reviews as they help us improve our services. However, we must express our surprise and disappointment with the unjust nature of your review. It is important to note that prior to your booking, you were provided with the pricing information for our transportation services. This information was made available to you in the welcome message we sent to all guests, which included a link to our transport prices. Additionally, the info book in your room also clearly displayed all the prices. We strive to ensure transparency and provide guests with all the necessary details upfront, so there are no hidden surprises. We always encourage guests to double-check any pricing or inquire about any additional services they may require to avoid any misunderstandings. We are readily available to answer any questions and provide clarifications, as our primary goal is to ensure a pleasant and hassle-free experience for our guests. Regarding your mention of Ometepe Island in your review, we kindly request that you separate your opinion of the island from your evaluation of our accommodation. While we understand that transportation is recommended on the island due to its size, it is essential to note that providing such services incurs costs. As a result, we offer assistance in setting up transportation services upon request. Furthermore, we are more than willing to provide guests with comprehensive information to aid in planning their trip effectively. We value your perspective and regret that your experience did not meet your expectations fully. We hope you can understand our position and reconsider your review, as it does not accurately reflect the quality of our accommodation and the effort we put into ensuring our guests' comfort and satisfaction.

Very clean and the staff was very friendly.

We had a really good, but short stay with a phantastic view to the vulcano. The rooms and the breakfast was great, and we enjoyed every moment.

Such a great view of the volcano! Really great location!

Incredible and I would definitely return. The second level has amazing views and it’s the best area to hang out in the hammock and read.

Beautiful place. We loved our short time and wish we had more.

Thoughtful eco lodges with friendly, helpful hosts! Word of warning, some of the lodges don’t have bathrooms attached so be sure to ask for details. Overall a magical space and great spot to use as a home base to explore Ometepe.

Lovely views of the volcano, friendly staff and helpful resident tips. The house was  very clean and private. The property was lush and green which is hard to find at the end of the dry season (April). A delicious breakfast was included and we tried jackfruit for the first time and learned about native fruits on the property. We did not want to leave and can’t wait to return to Selvista!

A jungle oasis complete with coconuts, cacao, and bananas right off the trees. Wonderful hospitality and great people. Highly recommended.

Selvistas is a beautiful place but unfortunately the management of the place was not very helpful to support our needs and made the experience a bit irritable. Expect some blackouts, beautiful tree houses (the loft spaces are very hot and unusable during the day). The kitchen is very small and when there is a lot of people can be very annoying to cook. Overall the space was really nice, but the management did lower the standard of experience.

We had a cabine with the view directly on the volcano it was just magic. It’s more expensive but the cabine is really beautiful and the view spectacular. You are in the middle of the jungle with all those amazing noise and it’s windy at night so not too hot for sleeping. It was an incredible experience. We unfortunatly didn’t had the time to catch the farm visit cause we had to catch the ferry but if you have the chance it’s for sure super interesting and the employee are really nice and friendly and helpfull. Lovely place.

Great space! Amazing views from the 3rd floor of the Jungle House. We enjoyed exploring the grounds as well as our in-room experience. Everything was clean, plenty of fans were provided, the shower was great, and there was lots of useful in-room info provided. The dogs on the property were a highlight of our stay too. We developed a friendship with “Lucky” and he would be at our doorstep in the morning and hang with us around the grounds. The property is not really walking distance to much on Ometepe, but everything is a short taxi transfer away. Overall a great stay!

This place is awesome. If you’re looking for a rustic jungle feel, but luxury comforts... this is the place. Peaceful, quiet vibes... beautiful room, tucked away and immersed in nature. Also... the bed in the room was sooo comfortable... an overlooked detail most might not think about but I appreciated it in addition to everything else that was awesome about this place.

Amazing view, lovely stay. We enjoyed our little get away trip with Cruncherella’s place

This place is incredible. We fell In love with the house and the location is soo beautiful. We turned one night into 3 in this house and wanted one more :) really helpful staff and Erik and Carlos gave us some great tips <3

Staying at Selvista was amazing! The construction of the house is so beautiful and we loved our view of the volcano from the upstairs deck. Definitely one of the most unique houses I’ve stayed in on Airbnb. The hosts and the staff were all amazing. Breakfast was delicious and ordering delivery from local restaurants was awesome. Our favorite thing about the stay was doing morning yoga with a view of the farm. There are so many activities and things to see on Ometepe, we wish we could have stayed longer!

What an awesome place. We stayed in the Jungle Treehouse - just incredible waking up to the volcano, the birds and tree squirrels. We felt part of a great community. Don’t hesitate staying here :)

Megan provided us with a lovely stay in her very special accommodation!

Surprising accommodation, but lacks tranquility to dive in the environment. Noise from the fan of the deafening, deafening space.

Logement surprenant, mais manque de tranquillité pour se plonger dans l'environnement. Bruit du ventilateur du logement assourdissant, assourdissant.

One of a lifetime experiences. We really felt like living in a jungle with amazing view to the lake and volcano. The staff was really helpful with everything from tours to taxis to ordering takeout food. Accommodation was fantastic and stylish. Sounds of the forest can be loud but for some thats what makes the experience so great. I’ve stayed at many airbnbs and this one was of the best.

I truly enjoyed my stay here. I love that the farm had fresh fruits around the property! The view from the top of the treehouse is amazing. The property and room was super clean and even though there is no a/c in the room, it isn’t needed, the fans kept us cool.  I recommend renting the atvs, everything is close but not walking distance.

The apartment is very good, the entire process of both arrival and departure was very comfortable. The location is good and safe.

El apartamento está muy bien, fue muy cómodo todo el proceso tanto de llegada como la salida. La localización es buena y segura.

Megan, our host, was a wonderful help. All was quite relaxed and we enjoyed our stay. The bed was great, on the room was free water available, and in the kitchen plenty of water, filtered, to use. The morning was with coffee, fruit juice, and 2 eggs with bread and fruits. It could use some more places to relax. The WiFi was all around and working very well.

From the amazing Jungle House to the farm fresh breakfast, Selvista is its own little bit of paradise! The staff were extremely welcoming from the start and kind and helpful throughout our stay. We rented an ATV for easy exploration of the island and had a fantastic experience . I would most definitely recommend Selvista for a stay on Omotepe.

Selvista was a beautiful place to stay, and Megan and the staff helped us every step of the way. Having breakfast provided every morning was wonderful, and Megan recommended excellent guides for a hike to San Ramon waterfall and a tour of the nearby coffee plantation. I'd recommend Selvista to anyone looking for an authentic jungle experience and friendly community in a kind of luxury campground.

We had a lovely stay at Selvista. It’s located right in the jungle with beautiful views of the volcano. The staff is very helpful and friendly and the fresh fruit from the farm is delicious! I would definitely recommend!

We had the most fabulous time on Ometepe and feel so grateful that we had chosen to stay at Selvista. The property and living spaces were absolutely gorgeous. We had farm fresh fruits, juices, locally baked pastries and a delicious breakfast cooked for us every morning. The entire staff was very sweet and willing to help with any questions we had. We loved the location as it was close to some nice beaches, ojo de agua and a super tasty pizza joint. We also rented an ATV which I would highly recommend as it made exploring the island a lot easier. Thanks so much to the staff at Selvista. We will definitely be back and will be telling everyone we know to come to this little slice of paradise. Kiley

Beautiful place, the rooms are very nice, the hosts very welcoming and the breakfast excellent.

Magnifique lieu, les chambres sont très belles, les hôtes très accueillant et le petit déjeuner excellent.

We absolutely loved our stay at Selvista. Megan helped us arrange transportation to get from the airport to the island.   Manuel, our onsite host, was incredibly helpful with anything we could possibly ask for - from arranging transportation to and from activities, to any and all activities on the island, he even recommended a beautiful, secluded spot for us to watch the sunset that we could have never found on our own (Playa El Peru Kencho). We stayed in the Jungle House - an incredible two floor space with two private balconies. One day we even had a massage right on our deck overlooking the jungle (which Manuel also coordinated!). Each morning, we had the ideal space to meditate, do some yoga, and then head down to a beautiful open-air kitchen where we were provided with an incredibly fresh breakfast with local ingredients from the island.

The location and experience of staying in the Jungle House was unreal! The sunsets from our balcony were gorgeous with one of the volcanoes on the island, Concepcion, as the backdrop. The breakfasts were delicious and the location made it very convenient to hike the volcano Maderas, which is pretty much your backyard while staying there.  The only downside was that it was pricey compared to other options on the island.

Amazing communication. They booked excursions and rides so easily and they were cost effective and punctual. Nicaragua felt safe and all the locals were super super nice and accommodating. I would definitely come back here!

We had a wonderful stay at selvista. The room was nice and we had a beautiful view. Breakfasts were amazing and good choices for delivery from town. Most importantly, everyone was super friendly and helpful- Megan went above and beyond to help us and the staff helped us plan our stay!  We would definitely recommend it.

We had a great time at Silvesta Jungle House, the farm is beautiful! it is located almost at the center of everything. They were so fast to respond to our inquiries which is always appreciated. Overall, we had a wonderful time there :)

Our stay was unforgettable and truly a luxury jungle experience. Megan was so incredibly helpful and patient and helped us make the most of our stay at Isla Ometepe (from setting up our transportation to booking our tours to recommending fun hikes/activities around the island). Would go back in a heart beat.

The Jungle House at Selvista was an amazing place to stay! We loved each staff member we met and everyone was so friendly and helpful. Megan was very responsive to all our questions. We had a wonderful stay!

We loved our stay. It was a magical place, with amazing views, great people, opportunities to learn and explore, and just enough small comforts from home. 

We visited Ometepe Island in August. To say that our stay at Jungle house was pleasant is to say nothing. Yes, Christopher has built an amazing property but without Megan our stay could've been much much less comfortable, timely organized, welcoming and so so great. She is the heart of this farm. Megan is super attached to her place and her job, helping her guests in any questions about the island and all the activities you want to do there. All places she recommends are the best: kayaking place, zip line, horse riding farm, etc. Jungle House itself is very comfortable with the hot shower and daily cleaning service. I was missing couple of extra shelves but it's only me who needs it. Breakfast is still unforgettable because it was super yam and healthy. Island is beautiful with a lot of hiking and nature exploring. We did rent a scooter for the whole vacation and never regretted it. Saved a lot of time for ourselves. Plus it is the time to negotiate all prices and get some very good deals. We also were super surprised how restaurant and cafe's food was good in there as well. Never disappointed with the meals. San Ramon waterfall, kayaking, Harris horse riding, zipline - everything is a must! Thank you Megan for making our experience so lovely and comfortable!!!

Beautiful, spectacularly designed place on an incredible volcano island. Wonderful people running the place that are welcoming and helpful.  Definitely in the jungle so be prepared for that environment and bugs.

From the get go we had extremely quick responses with great information and help. Every morning if we needed a taxi or activity arranged they were happy to help plan and set it up or give us info. The morning breakfasts were out of this world! What a great team and place that we got to enjoy.

Wonderful place, Ometepe, and Selvista is a very pleasant place to stay. Meghan is an excellent host, and has a dog who will climb the volcano with you.

Christopher & Megan were a huge help throughout our stay, organizing our volcano tour as well as continuously being available with recommendations of what to do in town. Their location was prime! Jungle house was definitely unique one of a kind experience! The morning breakfast was a great touch meeting the other guests and engaging with Megan.

Christopher did an excellent job communicating with us prior to our trip. He and his team were able to arrange transportation for us from the border to the dock and the dock on Ometepe to the Jungle House. Megan gave us a great tour of the property and arranged transportation for us to Ojo de Agua and transportation and a great guide for our trek up the volcano. The Jungle house was beautifully handcrafted with wood and brick and the view from the top deck was spectacular.   A couple of things to keep in mind if you're looking to stay at the Jungle House. There are three very loving and friendly dogs but they along with some neighbor dogs do tend to bark so if that bothers you it might not be a good fit. The town is wonderful and the people there are super friendly but it is a bit of a hike to get there. The driveway is hilly and rocky and transportation isn't available at the drop of a hat so you will most likely be walking to town. The food and smoothies at Campestre were amazing and we even had them make us flour tortillas to take on our day trip. If you only eat one place in town then this is the place to eat. I think the quality of the breakfast may depend upon what fruit is in season and the honesty bar could have been better stocked. We didn't have hot water any of the three nights we were there but it helped limit our water usage. Overall this is an amazing place to stay and Christopher does a terrific job.

We stayed at the jungle house and it was unbelievable. The location and views are better than expected. They were able to give us great tips and the breakfast the next morning was one of our favorites meals on Ometepe. It was so beautiful that we didn’t end up leaving the property for the 24 hours that we were there. We decided to rent an ATV to get around Ometepe which I would highly recommend. It is helpful to have one because you are able to drive through the rocky path right to location. Overall, a fantastic stay and I cannot day enough great things about it

Such an amazing site ! The view of the lagoon at the top of our house was breath taking. Megan, the host, is really friendly and caring about her guests. She gave us great adviasa that were really appreciated and we wish weve could have stayed longer. Megan organized a hike of the Maderas volcano for us with a guide names Junior and it was perfect. Thanks a lot for everything. We will definitly be back if our path leads us again to Balgue. Alex and Vincent

We had a wonderful stay at the jungle house at Selvista guest house. The room is great and an

Thanks for a great stay!! We had issues with hot water and the driveway was rocky but the staff was amazing and the property is beautiful.

We stayed in the jungle lodge - it’s a great guesthouse.. you have the second (bedroom) floor and third (top - terrific views of volcano and surrounding jungle) floor. Chris is a great guy and extremely helpful. All around great atmosphere. Would recommend to anybody. Thanks for a great stay...!! Hope to return.

Christopher has crafted a truly magical place. From the volcano views to a farm fresh breakfast, we couldn't have enjoyed our time more. Communication was outstanding and we'd recommend staying at this part of town to anyone travelling to Ometepe.

We thoroughly enjoyed our four-day stay at the Jungle House. The rooms were clean and the bldg itself beautifully handcrafted.  The ladder to the loft area is almost straight up - no problem for most people but be prepared.  The climbing was totally worth it to sit in the swinging chairs on the outdoor deck.  What a view! And great bird watching. You totally felt like you were in the jungle.  The road up is a challenge but, hey, its the jungle, right?  Its a nice walk to Balgue which has lots of places to eat.  Bfast was good and plentiful and allowed time to meet the other guests or chat with staff - or just eat.  Megan was a top-notch communicator and the staff team was truly a team.  We enjoyed talking to Megan and Chris about the Selvista philosophy of respect for community and environment.  Impressive place!

I had a wonderful stay in this beautiful house built with great care with local materials, in a lush nature. Very attentive and welcoming staff. Location in one of the most charming places on the island and well located to discover its wildest sides (waterfall, kayak, trek... preferably with a quad bike or sports motorcycle). The village of Balgue is typical and authentic, with friendly and quality restaurants (local cuisine, barbecues,smoothies, salads...). I loved the terrace for doing yoga in the morning, listening to the sound of the wind and birds in the trees, watching the sunsets over the volcano and the starry nights of the hammock. The bed is comfortable and the shower has good pressure which is rare in Nicaragua. The communal kitchen is a pleasant and very friendly place to live, where you can also prepare food. Super fresh breakfasts with fruit from the garden, a luxury... You can also enjoy the fruits and plants of the estate all day. On the island, the El Ceibo museum has very beautiful rooms to discover. I particularly recommend the massage, ideal for relaxing on the terrace, the masseuse has magical hands! Thanks Megan and Chris for your work!

J'ai passé un séjour magnifique dans cette très belle maison construite avec beaucoup de soin avec des matériaux locaux, dans une nature luxuriante. Personnel très attentionné et accueillant. Emplacement dans un des endroits les plus charmants de l'ile et bien situé pour découvrir ses côtés les plus sauvages (waterfall, kayak, trek..de préférence avec un quad ou une moto sportive). Le village de Balgue est typique et authentique, avec des restaurants sympathiques et de qualité (cuisine locale, grillades,smoothies, salades..). J'ai adoré la terrasse pour faire du yoga le matin, écouter le bruit du vent et des oiseaux dans les arbres, admirer les couchers de soleil sur le volcan et les nuits étoilés du hamac. Le lit est confortable et la douche a une bonne pression, ce qui est rare au Nicaragua. La cuisine commune est un lieu de vie agréable et très convivial, dans lequel on peut aussi se préparer à manger. Petits déjeuners hyper frais avec les fruits du jardin, un luxe.. On peut aussi profiter toute la journée des fruits et plantes du domaine. Sur l'ile, le musée El Ceibo a de très belles pièces à découvrir. Je recommande particulièrement le massage, idéal pour se ressourcer sur la terrasse, la masseuse a des mains magiques! Merci Megan et Chris pour votre travail!

Megan was incredibly helpful and prompt with her replies.  Really appreciated being connected to the myriad of knowledgeable local guides.  Highly recommend the Finca Magdalena tour.

Beautiful view of concepcion from the jungle. Very clean and comfortable. Highly recommend!

Great place, very quiet and peaceful. Megan was very welcoming and available. Fresh and delicious fruit! A little far from the city on the other hand without transportation. Very nice to relax in the hammocks. I recommend if you are looking for a quiet place and if you have a vehicle or budget to rent a mountain bike or motorcycle.

Super endroit, très calme et paisible. Megan fut très accueillante et disponible. Fruits frais et délicieux ! Un peu loin de la ville par contre sans moyen de transport. Très agréable de relaxer dans les hamacs. Je recommande si vous cherchez un endroit tranquille et si cous avez un véhicule ou le budget pour louer un vtt ou une moto.

I’ll start off on a positive note saying this was a great place. We had an amazing time and the views of the volcanoes is something to see! Ask for their tour guide Levis, he is very knowledgeable about the tours and the country’s geometry and history. When we booked, it seemed as if we would have the whole House to ourselves. But this wasn’t the case. I’m afraid since when we first checked in we weren’t concerned with playing music at a certain level, talking at a normal volume late at night (which probably could have caused the weird scowling from the guests below us the next morning at breakfast). The host Megan was nice and understood our misconception about the booking although there was nothing that could have been done to accommodate for that. Megan is also knowledgeable about the country, things to do, not much you need to plan before you get there. Plenty of things to arrange while you’re there. Also if you’re not a fan of spiders, (we only saw two on the second floor) this may not be the environment for you.

We had an exceptional time staying in the volcano view bungalow. The view of Concepcion was so cool and the hammock chair was my favorite spot to relax and read. Megan was outstanding at communicating, setting up transportation, giving us the local tips. Breakfast was included and so good and fresh. We would absolutely stay here again.

Beautiful views! Hosts were easy to reach and had wonderful suggestions for tours and activities.

Christopher's place is unique ... tree houses on the edge of Balgue!  The drive in is challenging: a 4x4 is a must.  Flashlights or head lamps required.  Kitchen is common to guests.  The place was more like a camp!!

Chris's place in Ometepe is a gem and a true jungle paradise. We stayed almost a week with our family of two teenagers and a toddler, and truly enjoyed the tranquility and adventure (and luxury!) at Chris's place. Breakfast and coffee was made for us every morning by Clemencia, and we used the shared kitchen every night to make family dinners that ended up including other guests from all over the globe. Chris and Megan are excellent hosts; they gave us tons of local tips and connections for taxi services, activities, and food. Chris gave us an awesome tour of his farm, and what he and his team are doing out there is incredible and inspiring. Go visit!

The apartment is a perfect getaway in the jungle. You can drink fresh coconuts right from the tree, watch the birds, butterflies and other animals from the hammocks on the balcony and have a hike on the Volcano Maderas. Megan and the team were super friendly and supportive. We highly recommend the jungle house.

We stayed at the jungle house, which was amazing. Especially the wonderful view over to the volcano from your owm balcony. The accomodation is in Balgue. You have to walk up a bit trough a nice forest. The location is not directly in the center, but that‘s what we enjoyed. You feel like in the jungle, like in Paradise. From there you have plenty activities to to (Hike to volcano, waterfall el ramón, etc..). Christopher and Megan are very nice hosts and help you if you have any questions. Thank you!

This place is absolutely wonderful to say the least. It’s in the jungle and it’s really just stunning. The Jungle House where we stayed was a real treat with the upstairs volcano view and hammock chairs. Megan, who is onsite with her amazing dogs, is also wonderful and very helpful. We took a tour of the volcano and hiked right out of the property and onto the trail which was really cool. One of the dogs accompanied us the entire way and it was just a really nice experience. The homes themselves are clean and tidy, and have all the amenities one could want. The cooking area is fully stocked with everything one needs, and even had some local made chocolate, tinctures, dried fruits, and other doo-dads that were for sale for a good price. I would FULLY recommend staying here if traveling to Ometepe, it’s a wonderful place.

This was a truly magical experience that exceeded our already high expectations! We loved the feeling of coming home to such comfort in the jungle. Total bliss. So many great details- games, lists of things to do, help with the phones, guidebooks, food growing everywhere with freedom-to-pick :), etc.  Megan is a huge asset - her kindness, knowledge of the area, and education-minded approach with my kids was invaluable. Thanks!!!!

This place is beautiful! totally recommended, especially for nature lovers. Christopher gave us a tour of the territory with generous explanations of the species that are there. We slept in Casa Jungla , which is absolutely beautiful , bamboo bed and decor, impeccable finishes, stunning views from the beautiful surroundings of the trees, singing birds and other occupants of the place. The facilities are a jewel of design while blending into the environment. Very friendly welcome and clear indications. Be careful if you go by car, you definitely need a good pickup to go up the path that leads to Selvista, but it is part of the place and what we are looking for! See you next time ... I'll go back there for sure

Cet endroit est magnifique ! totalement à recommander, surtout pour les amoureux de la nature. Christopher nous a fait une visite du territoire avec de généreuses explications sur les espèces qui s'y trouvent.  nous avons dormi dans la Casa Jungla , qui est absolument magnifique , lit et déco de bambou , finitions impeccables, vue imprenable du beau milieu des arbres, chant des oiseaux et autres occupants des lieux.  les installations sont un bijou de design tout en se fondant dans l'environnement. Acceuil très sympathique et indications claires. Attention si vous y allez en voiture, il faut définitivement un bon pick-up pour monter le chemin qui mène a Selvista, mais cela fait partie du lieu et de ce qu'on y cherche ! à la prochaine ... j'y retournerai c'est sûr

we spent two nights . it was very clean. we loved the view from the jungle hut balcony. the host was very helpful w setting up a couple of excursions and helping with transport to and from the ferry. loved it!

Amazing location with awesome staff. Treehouses nestled within the jungle and short walk to great local food. Staff were great with arranging transportation and local tours. Highly recommend!

Beautiful property and the luxury treehouse was exactly what we hoped for - even better. The included breakfast was tasty and satisfying. Location is perfect. Recommend staying up this way of the island vs Merida way. Would 100% stay again and plan to.

We only have good things to say about our stay at the Jungle House! The house and property are both absolutely gorgeous, very clean and welcoming. Megan was an excellent host and was able to give us tons of advice from where too eat to the best kayaking spot. She went above and beyond to make sure we got the most out of our trip. We highly recommend doing the property/farm tour with Megan. She explained permaculture, showed us the variety of plants and animals and also encouraged us to try the fresh picked herbs and vegetables. Breakfast was amazing, made fresh with ingredients from the garden! We rented a quad which made the near by restaurants, bars, etc. very accessible! We hope to return soon!

I’ve stayed all over the world and have not ever stayed at a place where they are as accurate and detailed as Selvista. Great place and amazing stay.

A gem in the jungle! Amazing place with amazing views as advertised, even better in person! Their attention to detail here was amazing all the way down to a list of names/numbers/activities for things to do on the island. Megan has been super helpful in assisting with some border issues we ran into and if given the chance, I 100% will be back!

An unusual rental in a beautiful setting! I would highly recommend it for people looking for an original experience!

Une location insolite dans un cadre magnifique ! Je le recommande vivement pour les personnes cherchant une expériences originale !

Fantastic views, exciting wildlife and a very attentive host. Megan made sure all of our needs were met

Overall great place to stay if you really want to be immersed into the culture. Tasty breakfast food, and the host was very willing to help us out with activities on the island. Very cool view from the jungle house and would definitely stay again if I got the chance. A great bonus was the abundance of dogs to keep us company. Thanks for the great time!

Very beautiful house in amazing jungle surrounding. Just as seen on the pictures. Nice staff, good breakfast from the farm. We saw all kinds of animals, spiders, fireflies, birds and even monkeys. The place is totally in the nature, which makes the walk to town (20min) a bit scary in the dark. But on the second day, we got used to it. Make sure to arrive in the daytime! There is a small kitchen, a fridge with drinks and even a pizza delivery in the jungle :)

A dream. It was hard to believe this place is real. Unbelievable views, amazing food, and peaceful nights.

Unfortunately I was not able to stay at Selvista because it was right when Hurricane Nate hit and the ferry to the island was not running at the time. However, Christopher and Megan were super helpful getting information to me to help navigate our trip. They were so kind and even called the ferry service for me at 6am in the morning to help out. When we realized that we would be unable to travel to Isla de Ometepe, they refunded me half the cost of the room. I hope to return another day.

One of the most wonderful Airbnb stays! The suites are luxurious and the location and surroundings are breathtaking. We would have loved to stay longer!

Located in the jungle outside of Balgue, our stay was fairy tale level amazing. You drive up on rough dirt road under palm leaves and more coconuts than you can count. The home was clean and smelled of fresh wood, a luxury treehouse! Incredible views of the volcano and access to beautiful tails with easy access to fresh fruit you can pick and eat. Megan was our host and truly incredible. Super communicative and helpful, she answered so many questions, booked our activities and ferry ride back to San Jorge. Breakfast was included and hosted in a community kitchen that was well stocked with fresh fruit, essential oils and spices. We would stay again!

A stay like no other- incredible views every day from the treehouse, peaceful evenings looking out at the stars, and we loved the doorstep visits from the friendly property dogs who'd pop by to say hello. Megan was a great host, she greeted us upon arrival and provided every accommodation, including suggestions for what to do around the island, help with transport, restaurant recommendations,etc. Easy access to town and the rest of the island by scooter or bike, or a quick, scenic walk to local restaurants and shops. Ometepe and Selvista was the highlight of our trip to Nicaragua by far.

Megan was a fantastic communicator and helped us along the way with activities and transportation. The property is incredibly scenic - so many animals and plants. It really gets you away from it all. The view from the roof deck was an incredible way to experience the jungle and the view of Volcan Concepcion was stunning. As others have mentioned, be aware that there are many jungle critters around. Very happy with out stay!

We loved our stay at Ometepe, the communication was perfect and, most important, we felt home in that small jungle paradise from the first second. It is a special experience and we all strongly recommend to give it a shot :)

An amazing experience to stay here. Surrounded by all kinds of fruits, animals and trees gives you a complete picture of the nature on Ometepe. They have a cool vision on Bona Fide, which was really cool to have that explained to us by Meg (who is a great host by the way). Looking back, we should have stayed for more than 2 nights, because there's a lot to do on Ometepe and sleeping at this place makes it even more memorable.

Selvista is UNREAL. We stayed in the Jungle House and it was like any other place we've been before and I've traveled quiet a bit. Although some reviews says they saw many spiders, We saw only 1! We had no bugs in our room (maybe we got lucky :) but either way we didn't mind because thats what you get for such a beautiful place hidden away in a jungle. Megan was amazing, very responsive prior to our arrival and such a sweet woman. The staff cooks breakfast each morning and it is amazing. I can't rave enough about this place, they are so warm, welcoming and made us feel incredibly at home. We wanted to stay longer unfortunately had to head back to the states. HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place, if you don't stay here, you really are missing out on an experience of a lifetime.