Great location right on the beach in the fishing village. Spacious comfortable unit with shared bathroom and kitchen. Easy access to cafes and market. Definitely recommend for an authentic experience.

Dale's place and El Gigante truely have something speical going, with the friendly loving hounds and the great vibe from the staff we had a fantastic time staying there for about a month. There is a fun little surf beach 10 minutes walk away and a even better one 45 minutes walk away. With great food in town and friendly locals we loved our stay. I would go back to Dales in a heart beat!

Dales place was beautiful! Everything is very well run, it is clean and secure. It was nice chatting with Dale for a little bit during the evenings. He was very accommodating when we showed up early and also wanted to stay another night. The location is great! I would definitely stay here again! Thanks Dale and Veronica and staff!

Great place to stay directly on the beach. Very clean and nice staff, spacious cabin with a nice porch. Only small thing that the pressure in the shared shower could have been better.

Great time. Perfect surf camp and has everything you need to get there. Solid local food a block away. Very comfortable setting and accommodations. I will definitely be going back.

Amazing host, Dale really makes you feel at home, and it is right on the beach. He has all kinds of knowledge, and definitely utilize the Taxi service 80$ may seem pricey, but the hassle it saves you is worth it, especially if you came in at night like I did.

Dale's place was such a great surprise when we walked up,m literally right next to the beach and well taken care of. Felt safe and cozy there but don't get too comfortable with you belongings. I left my phone out by accident and was stolen off the picnic bench in the middle of the night. Mostly my fault! But the point was that I felt so safe and comfortable, especially with the other guests we befriended, you'd never want to leave, wish we spent more days there. Our bungalow was clean and provided enough fans, I slept in the sunroom area which had a great breeze at night. Smaller town which was nice and had little supply stores or places to eat for cheap. Wish someone was around for surf lessons but the number provided only led to surf board rentals and not lessons. You are in walking distance of 2-3 pretty beaches. Would go back there in a heart beat!

Dale's staff, who are all Nica, were great! They were helpful, friendly, hard-working, and professional. The room was what we expected from pictures. The location was amazing!!! The other guests were friendly and laid back. The facilities are decent. There is one indoor shower (which needs some water pressure but was adequate) and a small kitchen that's shared amongst (potentially 12) guests but he has other lodging options on site that have private baths and kitchens. We expected a simple private room, very close to the beach, with basic amenities that was inexpensive; and that's what we experienced. Dale has a generator on site, which was nice during power outages. We didn't interact much with Dale so most of our information came from other guests, his Nica staff, or our own explorations. El Gigante is a special place, an idyllic little fishing village sandwiched between high-end resort areas, that I fear will be developed by foreign investors in the next several years.

The stay in this local family's home it's a really nice experience, they are very friendly smiley and honest people. It was great to wake up in the village with all the rooster, parrot and insect "orchestra". I'd recommend to anyone who is not looking for luxury but clean and simple local accommodation.

We enjoyed our stay. The family we stayed with were really nice, we were able to park our car and use the kicthen too. The house is a short walk from Playa Amarilla and Gigante bay which was perfect for us. The room was simple and clean, just what we were after. Thanks!

A great spot, super close to Playa Amarilla. The family is super friendly and are more than happy to cook local meals for a great price. While not a luxe option, the house was always clean and made for great accommodations. Couldn't recommend more!

Where to start? I ran into eve on my way back from surfing and she told me about her place. AD and Eve, the people who built the house are wonderful and you can feel the love they spread as soon as you enter their house. Don´t expect a hot shower or TV. They have AC which is rare around there. they have wonderful birds flying around. They have neighbours that look out for each other. I could go on for ever...After all this is Nicaragua! Nick, the guy that will help you out is a very kind and smart person too and u will get to like him. The house is located just a little outside of Gigante which is actually quite nice because its quieter and more wildlife roams around. Having a bike is a rare thing down there and having one of theirs made my days so much easier. The beach is also quite close which i liked(surfing and all). Was trying very hard to find something negative to say since this is feedback, i just cant! Thanks guys!

I absolutely adored Eve, she was so helpful. This little town provided the most relaxing trip. I did yoga on the beach (they have free classes several days per week!), read in the hammock and got my internet time in at ANY of the bars, cafes and restaurants that were literally steps away. It was lovely to not have internet at the house, I focused on relaxation and ME time. I enjoyed the trip much more this way, there was definitely enough easy accessibility. I didn't get to use the surf boards they provided because it was a very short stop but I can't wait to come back to this laid back friendly beach town and surf next year. Highly recommend this house.

We just arrived home from an amazing get away at Clifton and Chris's place. I cannot say enough great things! Firstly, we were in awe as soon as we stepped on the property. The house, the view, the pool, the location... all mindblowing. We will be back very soon. Chris was by far the most accommodating host I've ever experienced. He was beyond helpful and made our stay spectacular.

The location is amazing. A spectacular view. House is ideal for a few days stay and within a 5 minute walk to the restaurant and the beach that not only has gorgeous views but amazing food and drinks. Be aware that there are a lot of stairs involved getting up and down to the house and restaurant but it's well worth it. Although it didn't bother us too much, the lack of air conditioning on the main living floor could be an issue for some. All bedrooms are conditioned and we had an issue with one room but our hosts had it repaired by the next day.

This has been my best Airbnb experience ever! The house is beautiful (even better than on the pictures) and the location and view are fantastic! Christian and Chloe have been very welcoming. We will certainly come back!

Heaven on Earth. You will never want to leave this home and location! The house has plenty of purified water, delicious coffee, well-stocked kitchen, 3 comfortable bedrooms with A/C, and a beautiful private beach. The view is absolutely stunning, and our hosts Chloe and Christian took incredible care of us. We attended their yoga classes on the Aqua platform, signed up for private thai massages and meditation sessions (highly recommend both!), went to the resort beach, lounged in the hammock and chairs on the deck, and enjoyed the plunge pool. You can hear the surf throughout the house - it's the most peaceful location we have ever stayed in. It's definitely a steep walk to/from the resort but we enjoyed the extra workout. We are so lucky to have found this home, meet wonder healers Chloe and Christian, and leave feeling completely renewed. Cannot wait to return ASAP.

The house was everything it needed to be but the outdoor space was really the thing that will bring me back here! The private shore was very special and there was plenty of comfortable outdoor furniture as well as hammocks. Chris also suggested an INCREDIBLE chef for us, and Kelly also helped us have an amazing experience!

Wow, the pictures do not do this home justice! It exceeded my expectations! The house had every amenity that you could possibly need. We cooked, bbq'd, did yoga at the house, watched a movie on Netflix, and spent so much time outside. There was so much space for relaxing in the pool, lounging on chairs, the outdoor couch, hammock, and tables for eating outdoors also. There are a lot of stairs to get in and out of the house, which we enjoyed as part of the day's exercise, but definitely something for potential renters to keep in mind. It was so nice having access to the Aqua Wellness Center's restaurant, yoga platform, and bar. Playa Gigante was a short walk/jog away, and such a beautiful beach and restaurants and bars. The property feels very safe, with tons of security on the grounds and gated access. I cannot recommend this home more. The views are breathtaking, and the hosts are so responsive and helpful!

Clifton and Chris were great, easy to communicate and no hassle . The place is amazing and the pictures can't describe enough the mix between the great house and beauty of the coast. I highly recommend this place. Thank you guys CY

All we can say is wow. One of the absolute best Airbnb experiences we have had so far. Secluded luxury home is easily accessible, as many modern amenities and it's own private beach! Highly recommended and will be coming back soon! Thanks Shankton!

Very nice place in the middle of the jungle. Joe was really helpful with providing everything needed to do a bbq. The views are fantastic. A really recommendable place to stay

Adam is the caretaker and he was there waiting for us. There was a hole in the entrance road and he filled it just for us to be able to enter. He was very kind and helpful. The one problem was that the power went out. Though the page for the house states it has a generator, it doesn't. Adam said he messaged the owner to take it off the website since it's broken. In the meantime (URL HIDDEN) power, no water and it was out for ~2 hours at night. When it came back, there continued to be electrical issues in the house and we barely had water for the rest of the visit (we stayed just one night and it went out about 4 hours after we arrived). Adam said they were calling in an electrician to fix those issues (water pump was funky and there are voltage issues which meant that though the power came back, the lights barely worked). If this hadn't occurred, our visit would have been perfect. But that is Nicaragua. Just wish the generator worked! If they fix this, it will be great there. If not, it makes it difficult there.

Great location, beautiful views, friendly and helpful host. Everything we'd hoped it would be!

Finca Aboutit was an awesome place to stay. Comfortable, air conditioned bedroom, nice kitchen with all utilities you need. Loved the upstairs indoor/outdoor balcony. (Pica plant was bad while we were there, but definitely not intolerable.) The beach community there is amazing, tight-knit and lots of good hostels and bars, plus Salty's to rent a surf boards. Would definitely stay here again

Muy recomendable, gracias por la estancia

Great place, quiet, safe, close to town and beach

Abe is a great host and his home is super comfortable, outdoor living with a view. Would definitely stay again!

To begin, we booked this home at the last minute and Abe could not have been more accommodating. He and his girlfriend were waiting for us upon our arrival with a couple of cold Tonas to enjoy while watching the sunset. We all hung out together on the GORGEOUS patio on the 2nd floor enjoying the spectacular view that this house provides. Yes the bugs are bad, but quite honestly, I've experienced worse at my own home! This house was exactly as described and even more impressive in person. We truly enjoyed our stay and would most definitely come back. Abe and his girlfriend genuinely care about their guests and go above and beyond to make sure that everyone is taken care of and satisfied. You'll be doing yourself a favor by staying in this remarkable home!

Awesome location. Lisa was great host. She set up the bbq for us no problem when we asked!!

The treetop casita at Casa Swell is a lovely studio-style apartment getaway from the everyday. Great view, peaceful, and walking distance to the amazing Playa Amarilla. We stayed a week and it was definitely too short. The hosts helped to organize return transportation from the airport, as well as a stop to a supermarket on the way in, which made all the difference in the world. We didn't have to worry about driving or navigating and we had food for the week. I also had my first surf lesson, which was super fun. Also, the hosts were very kind and helpful throughout our stay. Very happy with Casa Swell.

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We spent our honeymoon in Casa Swell and it is a beautiful spot. We loved how cozy the upstairs cabin is. Lisa was very helpful and communicative. The pool was the best part, as it's not right on the beach. This is a good place to escape to if you need to get away from everything and do some glamping. Also, I definitely recommend buying all groceries before you arrive as what is available in town can be a bit scarce and overpriced.

We will never forget our travels in Playa Gigante. You will find yourself immersed in nature during your stay in the tree top casita. It is a truly a one of a kind magical, experience. The hosts are very helpful and welcoming. When you are not exploring the beaches you have the opportunity to reflect on your day in the casa swell pool! The views of the jungle and the ocean are truly breathtaking.The roof deck at the Casa Swell main house (just next door) is an amazing view of the sunset. The small town is just a 20 min walk down the road from the house. On the way you will see Hotel Brio on your right. This is a great spot for food, drinks, coffee, free yoga, wifi and enlightening conversations with the hotel owners. Further down the road on the right is a nice, chill pizza spot, with pool tables! Right when you reach the end of the road on the corner to your left is a small house that has local eats. It is the best affordable, cheap eats in town and they truly make you feel at home. If you continue to the left you will find more spots to eat. We recommend Cafe Cicada located right on the beach. Andrew is so welcoming and the food is great! Definitely check out the Sunday brunch and smoothies! Playa Gigante is a great beach spot and there are breathtaking neighboring beaches as well to check out and explore. Cheers!

We had a lovely holiday in Nicaragua - Casa Swell is in a low key beach area where we enjoyed lovely sunsets and beautiful starry nights. Lisa was quick to respond and help us find the place.

We love this place! We actually extended our stay as we arrived which was no problem at all. We only had to switch rooms. Which gave us the advantage to experience both rooms, and we can say they are both really nice. It feels a bit like your in the jungle because of all the howler monkeys that you'll hear in the morning, but you're actually really close to the sea. Cool village kind of a surfers spot, with small restaurants and and board rental shops. If you want, you can rent a motorbike from one of the hosts India. Which will give you a bit more freedom so you can cruise towards Popoyo beach. Thanks Lisa and India for the lovely time at casa swell!

perfect place to stay close to playa gigante (5min by car). wonderful airbnb surrounded by nature with a beautiful balcony. highly recommended

My boyfriend and I loved this treehouse! It was beautiful and cozy. We had two twin beds in the room when we arrived but they quickly switched it out for the queen we requested. I really enjoyed the yoga and the beach and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. Overall, a great escape! I'd recommend renting a car if you want to explore on your own as it's a bit far from some attractions.

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Rapport qualité prix difficile à battre sur la zone de Popoyo proche de Santana. Facile à trouver, à côté de l'hôtel Buena Onda. Propre, joli, fonctionnel, quasiment sur la plage.

Garden Grove is a great place to stay, we felt like a second home. There are some good restaurants around wich can be reach by feet easily and a few good once in the town. Two times a week there is a fruit truck coming where you can by fresh vegetables, fruits, chicken and eggs. The kitchen is very well equiped for cooking with these fresh ingredients. Susan is probably the best host on planet earth :) she did everything to make us feel home. She organiced Taxis, boat trips, rents surfboards and has a lot of different cold sodas and beer in her self-service bar. There are some awesome surf spots in the area (Santana Beach fast an stong, Mag Rock Reef for beginners with smooth waves and Popoyo Reef break) and you can get so to some more awesome reefs or beaches with a boat. We would highly recommend this place to everybody wich is looking for a quiet, relaxing experience or a hardcore surf vacation. ;)

Our stay at Garden Grove was more than pleasant. Susan sent us a driver who picked us up. The room was clean and prepared on our arrival. She rented us a surf & buggy board for an excellent price and she was always around for questions. A food truck is coming every second day which provides fresh vegetables and fruit even on Christmas! The shared kitchen was always clean as well as the bathroom. We could easily extend our stay as we wanted to stay a few days more because we liked it so much. At our departure she drove us to the next town to catch the bus. She was very friendly. We really enjoyed our stay and we would come back without regrets!!!

My boyfriend and I had a great time here! It is in a beautiful, quiet area. We were able to go to a market in a nearby town and make some food in the kitchen. The hammock patio was a relaxing place to listen to some music and enjoy a Toña. Susan made sure we were comfortable and she was accommodating and informative. We want to come back here and bring our friends!

We really enjoyed our stay at Garden Grove! Its perfect for enjoying the beach and the surf :) the room was very cozy and clean, the kitchen fully equipped. The hammocks are so cool and we have loved playing with the cats!

Whenever i travel to Popoyo, Garden Grove is from now on my residence of choice. Some places give you the feeling as if you were at home and this was Garden Grove for me. Apart of the fact that everything is clean and well taken care of, Susan the host is an extremely helpfull and likeable person. I loved it here :)

One of the best "stays" we had considering everything: the room, the area, the location, the vibe and of course Suzan who makes it "wow", thanks Suzan.. The adjectives we would add to describe our experience: easy, simple, quiet, friendly, chilled.. See you soon ;-)

Again awesome :)

Super simple and cozy beach shack. Lovely for out of season periods with family and friends. Host is very friendly and went above and beyond to meet our original agreement. Totally will recommend it and will consider for future weekends get aways.

Great place to stay. The host was easy to reach and on top of things. Would def stay here again if I go back to Tola. Definitely recommend

Nice place!

Timothy's place was beautiful! So so perfect for travelers that want seclusion and access to exercise. Free kayaking, boogie boarding, stand up paddle boarding, and snorkeling right in the cove near the restaurant. There's a lot of bugs though so make sure to bring bug killer spray. We had small issues with checkin but Tim (hosts father) took us and showed us around the town and gave us amazing tips. I would love to stay here again!

Playa Gigante ist ziemlich cool. Wir waren an Silvester da und es war extrem viel los. Ab dem 2. Januar war es dann ruhiger und angenehmer. Es ist alles sehr entspannt und man kann auch recht gut essen. Die Möglichkeiten in der Küche sind durch ihre Größe ziemlich beschränkt aber ausreichend. Das einzig negative ist die Schlafsituation. 100 Meter neben dem Hotel ist eine Discoteca die sehr laut Musik dröhnt und morgens ist die Tierwelt auch früh wach. Aber dass macht ein entspannter Tag am Strand wieder weg.

Dales Place ist ein super Ort um Abzuschalten und die Seele baumeln zu lassen. Das Beachfront House ist klein aber fein und liegt direkt am Strand. Für einen entspannten Surfurlaub ist es die perfekt Unterkunft! Wir kommen definitiv wieder.

We had an awesome stay at Dale's! He is a nice host, the room was super clean and the bed was comfortable. Would definitely recommend this place!

An amazingly beautiful spot, dales hostel is rustic but clean and has all you need. The staff are friendly.

Nous avons vraiment apprécié notre fin de séjour au Nicaragua chez Dale. Tout a été pensé pour se relaxer (nombreux hamacs, balançoires, de quoi faire son propre feu de camp et des grillades...). L'endroit compte plusieurs cabanes. La notre avait une vue directe sur la mer et était très agréable. Le staff est attentionné et souriant. Le mini market est pratique et les prix sont abordables.

Just perfectly situated at the beach. Very clean, nice and super helpfull staff. Price/quality : superb!

Dale's place is as described. This is a rustic beach accommodation, so don't expect luxury facilities. That being said, the staff is friendly and eager to help, the bed was SUPER comfy, and the hammocks made this a super chill place to hang out. Definitely recommend!

Relaxt place, very nice staff, 2 breaks in walking distance, also colorado and panga reachable by foot!

Nigel's House is truly beautiful. The quality of the property is outstanding, with a few rural hiccups that are to be expected from any rural beach town in Nicaragua eg the occasional wasp nest and the odd power cut. The size of the bedrooms, kitchen and social areas are very generous and would be more than comfortable with a party of 12. We stayed in a group of 8 and the house provided us with a stunning, comfy and luxurious base from which we could explore the idyllic and peaceful surrounding beaches and local area. The beaches are stunning and incredibly uncrowded, the local beach bar was lively and welcoming and the pizza parlour down the road is incredibly cheap for the size and quality of the food. Also surfing in the local beaches was perfect for both the more experienced and novice members of our party. Highlights to the house included indoor and outdoor speakers, adequate indoor and outside seating for dinner and lounging. Also the upstairs bedroom and bathroom suite provided a stunning sunset viewpoint that drew everyone up to the cosy decking overlooking the local beach. I would highly recommend this house to any group of people travelling and looking for some comfort in a beautiful region of Nicaragua.

Great place, clean, hosts were extremely helpful, its a beautiful location with a private beach cove that I have not seen anywhere else in the world.

Absolutely great. A beautiful beach and house

Amazing house - great views, sunsets and comfy beds. Location is optimal for playing golf at Guacalito, and visiting town of Gigante. I am definitely using this house again.

Judy and Greg's casa was absolutely beautiful. Judy was very easy to communicate with and very helpful throughout the entire booking process and stay. The house is in a great neighborhood and we felt safe the entire week. She had us use her driver Edgar who was reliable and fantastic and the housekeeper zoila was sweet as can be and did a great job cleaning and maintaining the house and the mess that 5 guys there for golf can make! The 2 negatives 1) Not Judy's fault obviously there is nothing she can do about the terrain but walking around the house to the restaurant and beach, wow you need to be some sort of athlete or in great shape or you aren't walking around there! woah what a walk up and down these hills could kill you and if any moisture on the rocks it's extremely slippery! 2) The internet for the week in the house was awful. We were told it's not usually that slow and bad but for whatever reason the week we were there it was awful, couldn't go on websites, send texts, check emails nothing. That being said, Judy did everything in her power to get it resolved and fixed for us by calling Sady who helps out around the house as well, he came over and did everything he could do to buy more internet and help in every way possible and Judy did the same. The last night we were there it was working great after Sady did something to fix it! So hats off to them for their help. I would recommend this place to anyone in the world, it's such a beautiful home, quiet and away from your everyday hustle and bustle! Judy is a fabulous host and everyone working for her we cannot say enough good things about. They are all wonderful and made us feel right at home so thank you Edgar, Sady, Zoila and a special thanks to you Judy for allowing us your beautiful home for the week. Your a great host!

Lovely hilltop home. Simple. Clean. We were met by caretakers, who were kind and helpful. I speak Spanish. If you don't, it might be difficult if you have any last minute questions. Judy and Greg were very responsesive by e-mail ahead of our stay and left an extensive notebook with information about the area and activities at the home. Aqua Wellness Resort was gorgeous, and with the house rental fully accessible. This was a huge plus. The food is delicious and the beach is beautiful. My daughter needed emergency medical care after slamming into a rock while swimming on Aqua's beach. They were quick to respond and transported us to a local clinic for stitches. It was crude, but effective. My daughter went in the cab of a truck and her boyfriend and I held on tight in the back as we broke all speed limits on the dirt road between Aqua and Rancho Santana, where the clinic was located. I was impressed by Aqua's responsiveness. The clinic was basic, with a small pharmacy in the back. My biggest issue with this property was the driveway. It was beyond steep. Even Aqua's car couldn't deliver us to the door of the house after my daughter's (URL HIDDEN) simply couldn't make it up the incline. There had been some rain and the driveway was slick. Four-wheel drive didn't help. It also would have been nice to know that the pool was in disrepair and, therefore, not filled with water. But the beds were comfortable and the house was clean. The setting was gorgeous. I appreciated having daily housecleaning service. Judy and Greg were very, very responsive by e-mail.

La casa es increíblemente bonita! Se puede apreciar una vista fenomenal. Es un lugar muy fresco y con una playa preciosa. Los anfitriones son súper atentos y buenos también.

Great location to get away from the hustle and bustle. Really enjoy the house, the amenities, the service, and the wake up calls of the Congo monkeys.

We originally booked with Judy and Greg when they ran the house as a B&B. Several months later, they informed us that they were moving back to Canada and offered us a small discount. The reason we went with them was the beauty of the house and just having "locals" that could make sure we made the most of our time in Nicaragua. Judy assured us we would have a wonderful time. She responded well to questions before we arrived. Set up pickup to/from the airport perfectly. However, once we got there, she went silent. PROS: The house is beautiful. It has great scenic views and you get to see monkeys and iguanas. Essentials were provided and cleaning crew was super nice. CONS: It gets HOT in the house, even at night with the windows open. While we were there, we had young neighbors that partied all night and you can hear everything. The walk to the beach and restaurant of Aqua is straight downhill, which isn't bad, just steep. But uphill, that's another story. You will get a workout. If you're out-of-shape, or even just in normal shape, prepare for one heck of a hike to the restaurant/beach. Aqua's one restaurant gets tiresome after day 2. If you don't have a car, Judy gives you the phone numbers of two drivers, however, they do not speak English. So, I emailed her asking for help and never received a response. The restaurant that delivers (as mentioned in her welcome book) said the house was too far for delivery, so unless you can speak Spanish or rent your own car, you're out of luck for variety. In her book, she mentioned a hiking a walking guide to get to the closest restaurants--this did not exist. So unless you're adventurous walking on a dark road at night in a foreign country, it's hard to branch out. I just wish they would have been more honest with certain things and answered my simple questions while we were there. I know it was during Christmas week, but still, we're paying good money to stay here. Overall, beautiful view and beautiful house, just get all the info you need beforehand and understand that you have a huge hike to the restaurant on the premises.