This unique and affordable 2BR/2BA Eco Beach Home has a modern, open concept design and and large covered porch nestled under the trees. This is a perfect property to enjoy a beach going/surf/golf/fish/relax vacation with a few friends or the whole family. Stilted construction keeps the house cool while reforested teak furniture and details make your stay more enjoyable. The space Property Type: House Bedrooms/Bathrooms: 2/2 Occupancy: Up to 4 Distance to Beach: 500 meters Surf Breaks: Colorado/Panga Drops/Los Perros Description: This unique and affordable 2BR/2BA Eco Beach Home has a modern, open concept design and and large covered porch nestled under the trees. Stilted construction keeps the house cool while reforested teak furniture and details make your stay more enjoyable. This is a perfect property to enjoy a beach going/surf/golf/fish/relax vacation with a few friends or the whole family. The master bedroom is equipped with a queen sized bed, comfortable linens, enlarged closet and en-suite bathroom. The guest bedroom is equipped with a queen size bed, comfortable linens, spacious closet and easy access to the guest bathroom. The 2 bedrooms and living room are equipped with fans and AC. The house has a private entrance and added, convenient features included a driveway and outdoor shower. Additional amenities include hot water, wi-fi and Smart TV. Purified drinking water and housekeeping are provided free of charge and we can also arrange for an in-home catering service as well. Please note that the housekeeping staff will do any laundry you may have as they are the only ones with access to the washer and dryer in the house. This service is included with your stay. Those guests staying in an eco casita have access to two common area swimming pools (one at the Eco Casita property and the other is located at the beach club). There are six dining options in the community, all within walking distance and two of them in the immediate vicinity of this property. Activities: This casita is located within the Hacienda Iguana development, which is known for its world-class surf breaks. There are 4 surf breaks within walking distance- Playa Colorado, Panga Drops and Los Perros are in the neighborhood and Playa Amarillo is to the south of Playa Colorado (walkable at low tide). We also have a beautiful 9-hole golf course. The course is well designed, beautifully maintained and very affordable to guests. We would be pleased to arrange airport transfers or a variety of other tours, activities and excursions for you before or during your stay: - Private and group yoga classes - Surf lessons and guided surf trips - Boat and fishing charters - Massage and spa treatments - Hot springs - Horseback riding - Local community tours Food supplies: The best place to get groceries is La Colonia in Rivas, 100m south of the turn off for Tola on the right (west) side of the street. (While in Rivas, you should also top off your fuel because these are the closest gas stations to where you are staying). We HIGHLY recommend stocking up on all or as many of the groceries you will need for your entire stay OR if you don’t want to deal with planning, shopping, and preparing meals ask us about booking the meal plan, our full service catering option. Eating out: There are several great food options within the Hacienda Iguana development. The most visited and only beachfront option is Pili's Kitchen, located at the Beach Club in front of the Colorado Break. It offers a variety of fresh foods, juices, smoothies and full bar. In La Joya next to the Eco Casitas is The Salty Koala, serving up amazing Asian cuisine and craft cocktails. In the commercial zone of the development (where NSR is located) you will find the rest of the culinary options. Above our office is the legendary Casa Ananas, which offers authentic Italian cuisine, pizza and daily international special nights. Next to our office/surf shop you'll find Downtown Iguana, which offers seafood and authentic Nicaraguan cuisine at a fair price. Across the street you'll find Scoops and Spokes, which serves up some amazing homemade ice cream, good coffee, baked goods, paninis and fresh juices. A few doors down is the Iguana Brewery, offering sports bar fare and local craft beer. Other spots and restaurants in the general area (but outside the Hacienda Iguana development) that are worth checking out are: Gigante (El Pozo, Juntos and Giant’s Foot Surf Camp for Burger Night every Monday), Rancho Santana (The Club House, La Boquita tapas restaurant and La Taquería -ask us how to get to la Taquería walking from Iguana) Limón 1 (Avila’s taquería), Limón 2 (La Calabria brick oven pizza), Jiquelite-Playa Santana (Malibu Popoyo, Buena Onda, Costa Oeste, Aloha Bungalows) Popoyo (Mag Rock, Café con Leche), Las Salinas (Todo con Amor restaurant) Guasacate (Finca Wayuu, Dutchy's Deli, Viento Este) and many more! Shopping: We have a well merchandised store (NSR Surf Shop) located inside the Hacienda Iguana development, which offers souvenirs, surf accessories, clothing, beach towels, flip flops, sunscreen, sunglasses, swimsuits, wet suit vests and tops, rash guards and more! We also rent scooters, dirt bikes, surfboards, boogie boards and SUPs out of this location as well. Other businesses in the Hacienda Iguana community include Pure Spa, 2 small convenience stores with a variety of grocery items, and an ATM is located on the property. Other activities in the development include yoga, horseback riding and in-home massage. The Riviera commercial plaza is located within a half mile of the Hacienda Iguana entrance. Businesses in this shopping center include BAC bank with ATM machine, a small grocery store (with the basics) and Bagels and Bakes, a cafe with daily home-baked goods and coffee. Getting Around: This property is located a 2-2.5 hours drive from the Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua, and approximately 4 hours from the Liberia airport in Costa Rica. Most of the major vehicle rental agencies have locations at the Managua airport (we recommend you make a reservation in advance). If renting a vehicle, we feel its only necessary to have a 4wd if planning to travel to some of the beaches further south (in the San Juan del Sur area). If one prefers not to rent a vehicle, we can arrange airport transportation and daily sightseeing/surf trips. We have motorcycle and scooter rentals available and we can also arrange vehicle and boat transport to other surf breaks in the area. There is also the option of renting a vehicle from Alamo and National, which has an office next to Hacienda Iguana.

## The Space

This unique and affordable 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom eco beach home features a modern, open-concept design with a large covered porch nestled beneath the trees. Built on stilts, the house stays cool naturally, while reforested teak furniture and details enhance your comfort during your stay.

The master bedroom includes a queen-sized bed, comfortable linens, an enlarged closet, and an en-suite bathroom. The guest bedroom also offers a queen-sized bed, cozy linens, a spacious closet, and convenient access to the guest bathroom. Both bedrooms and the living room are equipped with fans and air conditioning.

Additional conveniences include a private entrance, driveway, outdoor shower, hot water, Wi-Fi, and a Smart TV. Purified drinking water and housekeeping services are provided at no extra cost. Housekeeping staff handle laundry using the washer and dryer inside the house, and this service is included with your stay.

Guests staying in the eco casita have access to two communal swimming pools—one located on the Eco Casita property and another at the beach club.

## Location

- Distance to beach: 500 meters  
- Nearby surf breaks: Playa Colorado, Panga Drops, Los Perros, and Playa Amarillo (walkable at low tide)  
- Situated within the Hacienda Iguana development, renowned for world-class surf breaks  
- Close to a beautiful 9-hole golf course that is well maintained and affordable for guests  

## Amenities

- 2 bedrooms with queen-sized beds and comfortable linens  
- 2 bathrooms (including en-suite master bathroom)  
- Fans and air conditioning in bedrooms and living room  
- Large covered porch under the trees  
- Private entrance and driveway  
- Outdoor shower  
- Hot water, Wi-Fi, and Smart TV  
- Purified drinking water  
- Housekeeping and laundry service included  
- Access to two communal swimming pools  

## Activities

Hacienda Iguana offers a variety of activities and services, including:

- Private and group yoga classes  
- Surf lessons and guided surf trips  
- Boat and fishing charters  
- Massage and spa treatments  
- Visits to hot springs  
- Horseback riding  
- Local community tours  

The golf course within the development is a highlight for guests seeking recreation.

## Dining Options

Within the Hacienda Iguana community, guests can enjoy several dining choices:

- Pili's Kitchen at the Beach Club, offering fresh foods, juices, smoothies, and a full bar  
- The Salty Koala in La Joya, serving Asian cuisine and craft cocktails  
- Casa Ananas, located above the office, featuring authentic Italian dishes, pizza, and international specials  
- Downtown Iguana near the surf shop, providing seafood and traditional Nicaraguan fare at reasonable prices  
- Scoops and Spokes across the street, known for homemade ice cream, coffee, baked goods, paninis, and fresh juices  
- Iguana Brewery, offering sports bar food and local craft beers  

Additional noteworthy restaurants outside the development include:

- Gigante area: El Pozo, Juntos, Giant’s Foot Surf Camp (Burger Night on Mondays)  
- Rancho Santana: The Club House, La Boquita tapas, La Taquería (walking directions available)  
- Limón 1: Avila’s Taquería  
- Limón 2: La Calabria brick oven pizza  
- Jiquelite-Playa Santana: Malibu Popoyo, Buena Onda, Costa Oeste, Aloha Bungalows  
- Popoyo: Mag Rock, Café con Leche  
- Las Salinas: Todo con Amor restaurant  
- Guasacate: Finca Wayuu, Dutchy's Deli, Viento Este  

## Food Supplies

The best place for groceries is La Colonia in Rivas, located 100 meters south of the Tola turnoff on the west side of the street. It is also recommended to refuel in Rivas, as these are the closest gas stations to the property.

Guests are encouraged to stock up on groceries for their entire stay. For those who prefer not to shop or cook, a full-service meal plan and catering option are available upon request.

## Shopping and Services

Inside Hacienda Iguana, the NSR Surf Shop offers a variety of items including:

- Souvenirs  
- Surf accessories  
- Clothing  
- Beach towels  
- Flip flops  
- Sunscreen  
- Sunglasses  
- Swimsuits  
- Wetsuit vests and tops  
- Rash guards  

The shop also rents scooters, dirt bikes, surfboards, boogie boards, and stand-up paddleboards.

Other amenities within the community include:

- Pure Spa  
- Two small convenience stores with grocery basics  
- An ATM on the property  

Nearby, the Riviera commercial plaza (within half a mile) features:

- BAC bank with ATM  
- Small grocery store  
- Bagels and Bakes café with daily fresh-baked goods and coffee  

## Getting Around

The property is approximately a 2 to 2.5-hour drive from Augusto C. Sandino International Airport in Managua and about 4 hours from Liberia Airport in Costa Rica.

Most major car rental agencies operate at the Managua airport; advance reservations are recommended. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is only necessary if planning to visit beaches further south in the San Juan del Sur area.

For guests who prefer not to rent a vehicle, airport transfers and daily sightseeing or surf trips can be arranged. Motorcycle and scooter rentals are also available, along with vehicle and boat transportation to nearby surf breaks.

Additionally, Alamo and National car rental offices are located next to Hacienda Iguana for convenient vehicle pickup.

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Our stay at the Eco Casita was very pleasant and relaxing once we were there. Our biggest issue was when we arrived it took an hour of searching in the dark to find the place. There are no clear signs that are visible at night and even though we told NSR we’d be arriving late, they did not give us any more specifics to help us locate the home. Besides that, everything was clean, our concierge Jose was very kind and accommodating and the location was perfect for us!

Wow, wow wow love this place! I loved how responsive and helpful the host was during my stay. They went over and beyond helping me with transportation from the airport last minute. Highly recommend staying here very clean, clutter free and beautiful.

The house was cute. We loved sitting on the porch in the morning. The kitchen was well stocked, making it easy to cook. The staff was amazing. Jose was always quick to respond (even at night when we ran into a problem). The only think I would do differently is rent a golf cart. It's a bit far of a walk to get to the beach and clubhouse. Overall, we loved our stay and would definitely recommend it.

We really liked it, we would definitely come back! Thank you

Nos gustó mucho, sin dudar volveríamos! Gracias

Everything was OK! Will be staying here again soon

Great place! Super clean! Very good location, close to everything! The on-site staff are very friendly! We'll definitely be back!

Excelente lugar! Super limpio! Ubicación muy buena, cerca de todo! El personal on-site muy amables! Sin duda, volveremos!

My family and I had a great stay! NSR’s staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Highly recommend

The eco casita at Hacienda Iguana exceeded our expectations. It is beautifully appointed with Masaya y Co furniture - arguably the best furniture being produced in Managua currently of reforested teak and beautiful, comfortable designs. That was a very special little bonus! The kitchen is very well stocked - among the best I've had in an airbnb. No pantry foods (which I never expect) but did have a full set of glass tupperware, saran wrap/aluminum foil and good quality cookware in good condition (plus all the other basics and much more). The management team was very quick to respond to a couple of minor issues which they resolved immediately. The restaurants at Hacienda Iguana serve a very high quality of food and unique to Nicaragua not available in other parts of the country. It is our new favorate place to beach it in Nicaragua - we will be back for sure!

We had one amazing vacation, the team was helpful and very professional. I would suggest always use NSR team as they have all the resources and local knowledge to make an epic vacation !!! The house was comfortable and clean.

We loved our stay and the service was excellent. Thank you Jose for being so attentive, we will come back 100%.

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