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Gorgeous house in town, near the beach, restaurants & bars.

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Property grounds
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 18340 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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San Juan del Sur, Rivas
  • San Juan del Sur Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • San Juan del Sur Port
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • El Remanso Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Tola (ECI-Costa Esmeralda)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

Room #2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room #3

2 Queen Beds

Room #4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

Room #5

2 Single Beds

Room #6

1 Queen Bed

8 bathrooms

Bathroom #1 / main

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #8

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous house in town, near the beach, restaurants & bars.

If you are looking for a place to spend a vacation, then we have the right place!
San Juan del Sur is a beautiful port in the Pacific Coast of Nicaragua.
This unique house is composed of a heated pool surrounded by a large outdoor terrace and covered barbecue. A bar room surrounded by gardens, a TV room with access to the back terrace with hammocks were a family with children or teens, can lounge and watch tv, play cards, checkers or any board-game.
In its 6 rooms you can perfectly accommodate 16 persons. Four of these Bedrooms are located inside the house and the other two outside with independent entrances. All have their individual bathroom, ceiling fan, and air conditioning. Also two guest bathrooms.
Our house also has a very large kitchen equipped with everything you will need plus an island for preparing foods, a dinning room for 8 people, service area, and enough parking for 6 – 8 cars.
The house has water purifier for consumption. WIFI, water storage tanks, back-up power plant that supplies electricity to the house in case of a power outage.
Because of the exorbitant price of electricity in Nicaragua, only 30 KW per day are included in the price, the rest is paid by the guest. For stays longer than a week, the included electricity consumption varies. Please consult the consumption corresponding to your time of stay.

Property manager

Ericka Holmann

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 11:30 AM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 1:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house has steps in different areas.
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Events

No events allowed
Only with 30 guests maximum
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
One pet allowed. Not in rooms/beds /sofas
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Allowed only in outdoor areas.
Exceeding the number of registered guests is not allowed. If you break, stain, or damage any item, you will have to pay for it. Please report it.
The use of glassware and bottles inside the pool is not allowed. No jumping off the pool walls. Taking towels out of the house is not allowed.
Do not eat in the rooms. If you come from the beach, please wash the sand in the outdoor showers. Locks doors when going out or going to sleep.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Only with 30 guests maximum
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Juan del Sur

Located in Centro, a neighbourhood in San Juan del Sur, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Petroglyph and Christ of Mercy Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at San Juan del Sur Port and Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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San Juan del Sur, Rivas

What's nearby

  • San Juan del Sur Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Juan del Sur Port - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Refugio de Vida Silvestre La Flor - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Nacascolo Beach - 12 min drive - 4.8 km
  • El Remanso Beach - 18 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Managua (MGA-Augusto C. Sandino Intl.) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Timon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Tostadería - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dale Pues - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Social - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪RESTAURANTE VIVIAN - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous house in town, near the beach, restaurants & bars. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Gorgeous house in town, near the beach, restaurants & bars. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous house in town, near the beach, restaurants & bars. ?

Check-in begins at 11:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous house in town, near the beach, restaurants & bars. ?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Gorgeous house in town, near the beach, restaurants & bars. located?

This family-friendly San Juan del Sur holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 5-minute walk of San Juan del Sur Beach and Church of Saint John the Baptist. Old Lighthouse Trail and San Juan del Sur Port are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

de Bilbao M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Thank you, Ericka, for an incredible stay! Your property exceeded our expectations in every way. There was plenty of space for all 12 of us to relax and enjoy. Marvin and Roberta were absolutely exceptional—thanks to their hard work, we never even noticed the water shortage or power outage; everything was seamless. The kitchen was a dream! At any given time, four or five of us were cooking and chatting without ever feeling cramped. The beds were incredibly comfortable, providing restful nights for everyone. Despite being in town, the tranquility of the space was remarkable. We truly had a fantastic experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maury K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay! The best. Stay here 😊

The pictures do no justice. This is a fantastic property. Perfectly located in walking distance to everything. Enough space to spread out. The hospitality of Marvin and others was nothing short of superb. I cannot recommend this home enough. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lianne B., England

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay at beautiful property

This is a really lovely interesting place to stay. It was great to look at all of the family history and artefacts throughout. The villa is better than the pictures on the website show. It really is a great place to stay and less than 5 minutes walk to the beach and all of the interesting bars and restaurants. There was a beautiful breeze that went through the villa and meant that we hardly touched the air con and even with 8 of us we stayed within the electricity allowance. The location was good although the property was a bit overlooked. Also just note that the trees gave a lot of shade which was great for the people that wanted it but did limit the sun bathing at times for others. Marvin and Roberta were a dream. So helpful and such lovely people. They really couldn't do enough for us. We really enjoyed our stay here and would encourage anyone to book it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach house

The property was beautiful and just like the pics. The only thing missing were the hammocks advertised in the pics and the dryer. We had a great experience staying at this house. My whole family and friends were delighted with all the commodities of the house. The only downside was the hot weather and restriction on the electricity as the room fans weren’t strong enough to cool down the rooms. I understand the energy is costly but we were a little disappointed with not being able to use the rooms AC’s as freely as we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

San Juan Weekend

House was as advertised. Great location and Marvin and Roberta were very helpful with all our needs. Will definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House and neighbor hood very friendly

I enjoyed my stay, same My wife and family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yamilet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Hi the house , cleanness of the is amazing , beautiful pool. I do recommend this house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacación del sur

Properly is in a central location, close to everything, walking distance that is. House is well kept and perfect for family. Everything you would want from your own home. Not to mention the awesome assistance from Marvin and His wife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Stay in SJDS - LOVED IT

This is a must stay!!! One of the best options in San Juan del Sur. Erica was absolutely wonderful! She helped us every step of the way, and she always communicates promptly. The staff at the house was sure to help us, all while keeping the house immaculate. We recommend staying here anytime you have larger groups traveling with you. My family and I had the best time here. We loved that everything was walking distance from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation

Rented this house for a month !! Couldn’t of pick a better place .. location is fantastic walking distance to pretty much everything in town .. beautiful house, tons of room .. super clean .. I would absolutely rent this house again !! Erika is so easy to deal with and answers you question promptly… I think what really made the trip is the grounds keeper ( Marvin and is wife Roberta ) the nicest peoples ever .. always there if you need something so helpful .. Definitely made 2 new friends .. If you are thinking about San Juan del sur and are looking at this property I wouldn’t hesitate!! What a amazing vacation 😁
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most beautiful house I’ve ever been in and best vacation ever.

Ericka was proactive and helpful with all aspects of the trip. Caretakers Marvin and his wife (apologize for forgetting her name) acted as groundskeeper, housekeeper and concierge. Cooking is also offered. We were awe struck by this beautiful, unique and historical house built in in 1961 in the Frank Lloyd Wright style. It’s a work of art. The house is filled with photos and momentous from the Holmann family dating back to its American patriarch, Charles Holmann, who served as SJDS US Consul during its heyday when Cornelius Vanderbilt ran steamships from NewYork to San Francisco through Nicaragua. Google it. Make reservations early. We made ours six months ahead and we’re glad we did. The location is perfect two blocks from anywhere you want to go. This was our first priory because houses with stunning views on the hill mean long treks up and down those hills or taxis. Pro tip. It’s Africa hot in early October. Tarzan would say “man it’s hot. Despite that it’s totally comfortable with fans and a pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John J., Santa Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mission group R&R

Easy and excellent. Ericka is a great communicator. Marvin and Roberta attentive hosts! Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Ericka Holmann

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I am the sixth of seven brothers and sisters, born and raised in this house. My baptism was celebrated here, the first years of school and I even got married here. I have awesome memories of the times I shared with my parents, brothers and sisters, and other family members and friends!

Many a time have I walked San Juan del Sur’s streets and beaches watching a magnificent sunset, and although I have been to other places, San Juan del Sur is my favorite place. I hope you enjoy this Port and house as much as I do.

Why they chose this property

La Mar del Sur is a charming and spacious house in San Juan del Sur ideal for families or groups of friends.
The house was designed by the renowned Nicaraguan Architect Eduardo Chamorro inspired in the style of the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
Built in the 1960’s and recently renovated, it is built on a hill with different levels that highlight its stone walls, wooden details, and wide spaces full of light containing interesting details of this port and our family.
You can enjoy walking the streets of San Juan del Sur, eat in one of its many restaurants, or visiting local bars, or just enjoy the beautiful sunsets walking on the beach.
If you have a car you will have the opportunity to visit other beaches located in the surrounding area.

What makes this property unique

The location is definitely a point to choose La Mar del Sur. Our house on a hill is full of small garden areas, you can easily step back and forth between outside and inside.
We have permanent and qualified staff in charge of cleaning and washing kitchen utensils. For an additional cost you can request the following:
A chef or domestic cook
Full or partial menu with all included
Organize fishing trips, seeing turtles arrive and hatch their eggs, seeing whales (subject to season)*
Special discounts for some activities such as horseback riding, or visiting Playa Hermosa, a beautiful sandy beach ideal for surfing.

Languages:

English, Spanish