Relájate en esta escapada única y tranquila. The cabins , has been constructed using a mixture of techniques and diverse materials, it is an attempt to recover the use of traditional materials and aesthetics. Most of the bamboo used and all the wood has been recovered from the bamboo forest and fallen trees after Hurricane Nate in October 2017. As each cabin on my property is designed by me and each one is different from the other.

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Relax in this unique and peaceful getaway. The cabins have been built using a combination of techniques and various materials, aiming to revive traditional materials and aesthetics. Most of the bamboo and all the wood used were reclaimed from the bamboo forest and fallen trees following Hurricane Nate in October 2017.

Each cabin on the property is individually designed by me, ensuring that every one is distinct and different from the others.

The cabins , has been constructed using a mixture of techniques and diverse materials, it is an attemp...

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The bamboo lake viewpoint - Cabins for Rent in Balgüe, Rivas, Nicaragua

One of the most beautiful places on the planet. Che is a very welcoming and very inspiring host. The cabin is a work of art, with all amenities. Bravo, Che

Un des plus beaux endroits sur la planète. Che est un hôte très accueillant et très inspirant. La cabane est une œuvre d’art, avec toute les commodités. Bravo Che

Just stayed in the most gorgeous bamboo cabin on a stunning volcano island—and it completely delivered the immersive experience I was craving! 🌋🌴 Nestled in lush green jungle surroundings with the lake waves gently rolling nearby (I kept thinking it was the ocean!), this place is an absolute gem. Organic, cozy, and beautifully crafted, it’s perfectly located near local restaurants. At night, the sound of rain dancing on the bamboo roof is pure magic. Yes, there are a few little jungle bugs, but that just adds to the authentic vibe—if you want to truly feel in the zone, this is it. We loved every moment and can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend for anyone seeking that special, nature-immersed escape! 10/10. Paradise found. 🏡💚

If you love nature, this cabin is the perfect place to stay. You'll fall asleep to the sound of the lake's waves, and if you open the curtains, you can enjoy the refreshing breeze throughout the cabin. The charming town of Balgüe is also wonderful, with plenty of great restaurants, and it's an excellent location from which to explore the island.

This is a unique experience, this cabin is on the water, with beautiful views. my wife and I, loved staying here for 3 days... Che is a great host, very attentive. and always ready to help. Thank you Che!

This is such a great spot to stay- immersed in nature and the best views of the lake (looks like an ocean) Che was very responsive and accommodating. I would recommend to anyone!!

Che was welcoming, friendly and kind from the first time we exchanged messages until our final goodbye. He always made sure I had everything I needed and went above and beyond to help me navigate the island and set up excursions. The property is very well kept and in a great location, with the calming sound of waves along to the shore to help you drift asleep. Highly recommend!

The best option in Ometepe – Highly recommended Excellent experience! I found the cabin, Mirador del Lago, to be very beautiful, more so than the photos show. It's beautiful, simple, cozy, equipped with the necessities, bright, comfortable, and cool. The air flows and is renewed inside the cabin, which is located right on the lake. In a jungle setting, everything is very harmonious, functional, clean and tidy. The cabin shares that landscape with others, although they are totally independent. You only hear the sounds of nature. I felt very comfortable, like at home. You don't want to leave and you want to come back. You can see the hand of Che, its creator, putting love and dedication into every detail. Grateful for the shared time and space.

La mejor opciòn en Ometepe-Muy recomendable Excelente experiencia! La cabaña, Mirador del lago, me resultò muy bella, mas de lo que las fotos muestran , hermosa, simple, acogedora, equipada con lo necesario, luminosa, còmoda , fresca, el aire fluye y se renueva dentro de la cabaña que esta ubicada justo frente al lago, En un entorno selvàtico, todo muy armònico, funcional, limpio y ordenado. La cabaña comparte ese paisaje con otras mas , aunque son totalmente independentes , solo se escuchan los sonidos de la naturaleza. Me sentì muy còmoda , como en casa, no dan ganas de irse y dan deseos de volver. Se nota la mano del Che, su creador, ponièndole amor y dedicaciòn en cada detalle. Agradecida por el tiempo-espacio compartidos.

We stayed in cabin 5, Mirador del lago, for 3 nights. The name says it all, but just wait until you actually see the view from the window and hear the water hitting the rocky beach at night. It was amazing! It can get windy at night and the window covers shield you from that just perfectly, so even winds of 4 Beaufort feel like a light cool breeze. The neighbourhood is nice and quiet and there’s space to park your motorbike/scooter/ATV. And one other thing: the walk from the main road is just a minute or two, compared to the 10 minutes you’d spend for some of the other accommodations. We went to Granada after, but both wanted to stay a few nights more. Che is a great host. We immediately shared numbers and he gave us so much tips and extra information and was really attentive. Also, hearing his life’s story so far made us appreciate this little place he built so much more. To anybody visiting Ometepe: forget the ho(s)tels and resorts and stay at Che’s.

Absolutely amazing place!! Che was very quick to respond and had a ton of local recs for us. 10/10 recommend you stay a night on his property, it is beautiful!

Ches’ cabins are absolutely exceptional, truly one of a kind. Each cabin is uniquely and beautifully handcrafted and falling asleep to the sound of waves at night was unforgettable. The natural lake breeze kept the space perfectly comfortable, with no need for air conditioning. Everything was spotlessly clean, thoughtfully designed, and incredibly inviting. The atmosphere is peaceful, stunning, and deeply relaxing, a perfect place to unwind and truly disconnect. The space feels calm, chic, and effortlessly comfortable. We’re already planning to return for a longer stay. A very tranquil retreat, made even better by a fantastic waterfront restaurant just a short walk away.

We rented 2 places from Che (#5 and #6) and they were both right off the water and beside each other. That enabled our party of 4 to stay here. Che was very responsive in suggesting these two, and it worked out perfectly. Che was also great in connecting me with someone at the ferry that helped us navigate bringing our rental car over! It definitely took away the stress Water in front of the place was rocky, but wonderful to swim in. My kids loved jumping off the rocks that were deeper in the water

A true paradise. The feeling of waking up and seeing the lake from your bed was indescribable. The little house where we stayed was wonderful and has all the amenities you could need. Che was also very friendly and always willing to help. I hope I can come back one day.

Un auténtico paraíso. La sensación de despertarse y ver desde tu cama el lago fue indescriptible. La casita donde nos alojamos fue una maravilla y tiene todas las comodidades que podrías necesitar. Che además fue muy amable y siempre dispuesto a ayudar. Ojalá poder volver algún día

I absolutely loved my stay at El Bamboo. Che was great at communicating leading up to my trip, giving excellent instructions on how to get there and making sure I knew I could reach out to ask him anything. The cabin was clean upon arrival and even more beautiful than in the photos. It was such a unique spot to stay, hand built and so close to the water. It was evident that Che had built his space with love and attention to detail. The cabin felt so quiet, isolated and peaceful in the beautiful gardens, while still being walking distance to to everything in Balgue. Perfect location! I was travelling alone and got very sick during theast few days of my stay. As soon as Che found out, he went above and beyond to take care of me. He even went out and got me medicine and electrolytes from the pharmacy, as well as extended my checkout so I could leave later. I have never recieved such kindness from an airbnb host before. Overall, I strongly recommend a stay at El Bamboo!!

Beautiful place to work remotely. Lovely breaze, few mosquitoes considering the exposure of the place -  unbelievably beautiful views from the cabin. Right in nature with cute gardens and lots of animals to discover. Che was super helpful aswell as Indira who works for him helping to organise scooters, taxis and laundry. The wifi worked well for the most part. We never experienced a power cut during the day and if it were to happen the generator would back up the wifi so for remote work its the safest option on the island. Highly recommend this beautiful spot.

It was a beautiful and very special place to stay! The location could not be better for exploring the island!

Es war eine wunderschöne und ganz besondere Unterkunft! Die Lage könnte nicht besser sein, um die Insel zu erkunden!

The accommodation is equipped with all the necessary equipment and the attention paid to every detail inside by Che testifies to his desire to make you feel at home! I highly recommend staying there. Lots of restaurants around and the lake at the foot of the house for swimming.

Le logement est muni de tout l'équipement nécessaire et l'attention apportée à chaque détail à l'intérieur par Che témoigne de son désir qu'on se sente bien chez lui! Je recommande fortement d'y séjourner. Beaucoup de resto autour et le lac au pied de la maison pour la baignade.

Che was a perfect host, he was kind, he was funny, and he was communicative. The cabin was so cute that my friend and I didn't want to leave. We HIGHLY recommend it

Che era un anfitrión perfecto, era amable, era gracioso, y era comunicativo. La cabaña era tan linda que no queríamos irnos con mi amiga. Lo recomandamos MUCHO

Che is a great host! He took care of us throughout the stay. The cabin is beautiful and magical. It's even better than the pictures. Everything was impeccable. It's true that the sound of the waves is very loud, but we didn't mind.

Che est un excellent hôte! Il a pris soin de nous tout au long du séjour. La cabane est magnifique et magique. Elle est encore mieux que sur les photos. Tout était impeccable. C’est vrai que le bruit des vagues est très fort, mais nous ça nous a pas dérangé.

We loved our stay at Che’s! If waves singing you a lullaby to sleep sounds like paradise this place is for you!

El Bamboo was truly paradise! The view of the lake and gorgeous gardens were heaven. If you hate resorts , like us, you will love this place. The care and attention put into building it really shows. Che is a super friendly and knowledgeable host. We hope to come back!

special AirBnB, cool views, despite the jungle feel it was very clean! 5/5

Words really can’t express how magical this property is. We loved waking up every morning to the sound of waves and nature. Che is a wonderful human. Super helpful and kind. We loved his dogs too!  The location is perfect. Very peaceful but walkable. Thank you Che for such a beautiful stay! We enjoyed every moment of our stay at El Bamboo.

It's not just great! It's perfect! These cabins are of a rare finish, perfect comfort and the welcome of the che? A lovely host! Welcoming, caring, and full of good tips for... EVERYTHING actually! I'm sorry I only stayed one night! Being rocked by the lake is a magical and unforgettable lullaby... These cabins are a wonderful locura! Thanks! And most importantly, see you soon! Virginia

Ce n'est pas juste génial ! C'est parfait ! Ces cabanes sont d'une rare finition, un confort parfait et l'accueil du che? Un amour d hôte! Accueillant, bienveillant, et plein de bons tuyaux pour.... TOUT en fait ! Je regrette de n'être restée qu'une seule nuit ! Être bercée par le lac c'est une berceuse magique et inoubliable.... Ces cabanes sont una locura merveilleuse ! Merci ! Et surtout à bientôt ! Virginie

Wow! If you love nature, this is the ideal place to stay. The cabin is directly on the lake and you can hear the waves every night while you sleep. Since the bedroom is on the second floor, the evenings do have a good breeze to keep you cool and there is a fan. Balgue is also a wonderful location for activities and delicious restaurants. There are bugs, so the mosquito net at night is a must. I think of the experience much like elevated camping.

It was a very good experience and Che was very responsive and helped me with contacts and tips on the island. I highly recommend it.

Foi uma experiencia muito boa e Che foi muito receptivo e me ajudou com contatos e dicas na ilha. Super recomendo.

What an amazing gem…Open concept and no issues with bugs or anything else. Highly recommend, the host and everyone I encountered were just amazing!

My girlfriend and I had a wonderful week at Alvaro's Bamboo House. Our host was welcoming and helpful. We loved the quiet location right beside the lake.

You will have the most special stay here. It’s a great location and just overall a cozy spot on the lake. Don’t hesitate to book!

Amazing and unique place! Unforgettable experience in the Mirador del Lago, with the impression of sleeping directly in the lake, it's beautiful! The hosts are wonderful, thanks for everything!

Endroit incroyable et unique! Expérience inoubliable dans le Mirador del Lago, avec l'impression de dormir directement dans le lac, c'est de toute beauté! Les hôtes sont merveilleux,  merci pour tout!

It was a magical experience staying with Che. Beautiful bamboo cabañas and ours had a lake view. Che was responsive, helpful, generous and has lots of stories if you get talking. The gardens are exquisite and you’re allowed to pick your own herbs, ginger, turmeric and star fruit.   If you are thinking about renting out one of his spaces, don’t hesitate, just book! It’s the most beautiful place my partner and I have ever had the luxury of staying.  Can’t recommend enough.

The coolest most beautiful place i have ever stayed in my life. I never wanted to leave. You are on the water and can hear the sounds of the lake as you sleep. I would definitely recommend staying here. The ants were pretty bad so be mindful of that but other than that the place is perfect. I will be coming here again for sure.

The place is amazing!! Clean, the host is really nice and would love to come back again!

El Bamboo is an amazing place, surrounded by nature and close to the lake. The hut is simple but very comfortable, with everything you need. Che is a very friendly host, thank you for welcoming us!

wonderful location. Very well planned design. Authentic. Friendly and helpful host.

the cabin was beautiful, and you feel  surrounded by nature. right in front is also the lake, where you can swim and have a beautiful view to the volcano. the surroundings here are truly magical

We really enjoyed our stay at el bamboo! The pictures do not do the accommodation justice. Che was a really nice host as well! We’d come back :D

We had the MOST beautiful stay at Che’s place. The land, location and bamboo structures are incredible, Che is a creative genius!! We were welcomed with plenty of communication and recommendations and felt instantly at home. We were blown away with our bamboo house, the views were simply breathtaking even directly from bed and watching nature from sunrise made our mornings super special. The hut has no windows and is on the water so if you’re a light sleeper then I’d try to take a hut further from the water as it is loud at night (but we loved it because it makes you feel at one with nature!!). Thank you so much to Che. You must experience this special place. This is a memory we will never forget.

Everything was perfect. The owner created a really lovely place and is really warm hearted and kind