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Cozy, ocean view villa set in the jungle canopy in SJDS
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5167.2 sq m
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Explore the area
San Juan del Sur, Rivas
- Playa Marsella17 min drive
- Maderas Beach18 min drive
- San Juan del Sur Beach23 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Jungle View Master Suite
1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed
Ocean View Master Suite
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Hall washroom
Toilet
Master Ensuite 2
Toilet · Shower only
Master En suite bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Cozy, ocean view villa set in the jungle canopy in SJDS
Please note: The coastal highway near our community is currently under construction. While the construction is not visible from the home, access routes may change from time to time, and you may hear machinery during daytime hours. We appreciate your understanding as the area continues to improve!"
Casa Selva, also known as The Jungle House in Balcones de Majagual, is a stunning 2-bedroom, 2 1/4-bathroom rental home in San Juan del Sur. It boasts over 100 five-star reviews and has been featured in AIRBNB's "Best Designs Of The World." With high ceilings, polished concrete floors, and advanced screen systems, this unique home offers natural comfort without the need for air conditioning, providing cozy blankets for restful sleep.
The bedrooms are beautifully designed with stone accents, en-suite bathrooms, large storage spaces, and views of either the ocean or the jungle. Fine linens, plush pillows, and comfortable beds highlight the attention to detail throughout the home. The large Japanese-style sliding doors, custom woodwork, stone features, and vibrant decor with pops of pink, blue, and gold create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Casa Selva is equipped with modern amenities, including lightning-fast 200 mega WiFi and a flat-screen SmartTV with Netflix connectivity. The spacious living room offers plenty of seating, and the indoor and outdoor spaces blend seamlessly with sliding walls that open to the stunning patio. Enjoy ocean or jungle views, relax in the hammock with a cup of coffee or local rum, or work remotely at the desk overlooking a majestic fig tree.
The kitchen is fully equipped to meet all your culinary needs, featuring a gas range, pots, pans, a hand mixer, spices, large bowls, and dinnerware for eight people. The home also includes a battery-backup system for uninterrupted power during outages and a solar hot water system for hot showers and dishwashing.
Outside, guests can enjoy the shared 15-meter infinity pool, offering breathtaking views of the jungle and ocean. A 4WD vehicle is required to access Casa Selva, which is located 12km from town on country dirt roads. The hosts can assist in arranging a discounted rental vehicle from local contacts, ensuring a safe and enjoyable adventure on the scenic roads leading to San Juan del Sur’s beautiful beaches. Casa Selva in Balcones de Majagual offers a truly unique and memorable stay!
Casa Selva, also known as The Jungle House in Balcones de Majagual, is a stunning 2-bedroom, 2 1/4-bathroom rental home in San Juan del Sur. It boasts over 100 five-star reviews and has been featured in AIRBNB's "Best Designs Of The World." With high ceilings, polished concrete floors, and advanced screen systems, this unique home offers natural comfort without the need for air conditioning, providing cozy blankets for restful sleep.
The bedrooms are beautifully designed with stone accents, en-suite bathrooms, large storage spaces, and views of either the ocean or the jungle. Fine linens, plush pillows, and comfortable beds highlight the attention to detail throughout the home. The large Japanese-style sliding doors, custom woodwork, stone features, and vibrant decor with pops of pink, blue, and gold create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Casa Selva is equipped with modern amenities, including lightning-fast 200 mega WiFi and a flat-screen SmartTV with Netflix connectivity. The spacious living room offers plenty of seating, and the indoor and outdoor spaces blend seamlessly with sliding walls that open to the stunning patio. Enjoy ocean or jungle views, relax in the hammock with a cup of coffee or local rum, or work remotely at the desk overlooking a majestic fig tree.
The kitchen is fully equipped to meet all your culinary needs, featuring a gas range, pots, pans, a hand mixer, spices, large bowls, and dinnerware for eight people. The home also includes a battery-backup system for uninterrupted power during outages and a solar hot water system for hot showers and dishwashing.
Outside, guests can enjoy the shared 15-meter infinity pool, offering breathtaking views of the jungle and ocean. A 4WD vehicle is required to access Casa Selva, which is located 12km from town on country dirt roads. The hosts can assist in arranging a discounted rental vehicle from local contacts, ensuring a safe and enjoyable adventure on the scenic roads leading to San Juan del Sur’s beautiful beaches. Casa Selva in Balcones de Majagual offers a truly unique and memorable stay!
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Dryer
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Ideal family home- perfect for kids
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking forbidden inside home
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
San Juan del Sur
Located in San Juan del Sur, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Christ of Mercy Statue and Petroglyph are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ostional Private WildLife Reserve and Playa Marsella. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
San Juan del Sur, Rivas
What's nearby
- Playa Marsella - 17 min drive - 7.1 km
- Maderas Beach - 18 min drive - 7.5 km
- Nacascolo Beach - 22 min drive - 9.5 km
- San Juan del Sur Beach - 23 min drive - 9.8 km
- San Juan del Sur Port - 26 min drive - 11.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- El Timon - 20 min drive
- La Tostadería - 21 min drive
- Dale Pues - 20 min drive
- El Social - 20 min drive
- RESTAURANTE VIVIAN - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Laura
On one of our many jaunts around the world, we got a little tired of all the tourists in Costa Rica. So we decided to head up to Nicaragua, with no plans, no expectations, and no reservations. From the first moment we crossed the border into Nicaragua, we knew we found something special. Nicaragua is the kind of place where you can still have a little bit of an adventure, but enjoy world class surfing, excellent eating, and untamed wilderness. It's that little bit of adventure we all crave that is missing in so many of todays 'Top Destinations' . We feel so lucky to be the owners of a home as beautiful as Casa Selva, and when we aren't there enjoying it ourself (we do have to work, as Paramedics in Toronto, and are somewhat professional travellers) we are thrilled to be able to share our slice of paradise with you! Come to Nicaragua, it's one of the most beautiful places we've found!
Saludos,
Joel and Laura Johnson
Casa Selva owners and lovers!
Toronto, Canada
Saludos,
Joel and Laura Johnson
Casa Selva owners and lovers!
Toronto, Canada
Why they chose this property
After traveling the world (and we mean world, Asia, Africa, Europe South and Central America) over the past ten year, our minds kept returning to the little town of San Juan del Sur in Nicaragua. We first visited in 2008 during what was supposed to be a trip to Costa Rica. After tiring very quickly of the tourists and the gringo trail, we crossed the border into With some of the most consistent surf in Central America, beautiful landscapes, great seafood and gorgeous beaches, we knew in our hearts this was the place for us. The town of San Juan del Sur has everything you need from restaurants, spas, great pubs and bars, groceries, and excellent coffee. Even with Costa Rica to the south, Nicaragua manages to maintain that sense of adventure and untouched beauty lost in so many over touristed places in the world. It's a little piece of paradise. We look forward to the day that we are able to call Nicaragua our home, but for now we are happy sharing this little gem with you.
What makes this property unique
One of the best parts of staying at Casa Selva is the quiet that allows you to enjoy the sounds of the jungle. On days when the breezes are gentle you can hear the ocean crashing. Every day you can sit and enjoy your morning coffee with the parakeets singing and the Mono Congo monkey's hanging in the trees around the house. Fall asleep to the sound of crickets singing outside the house. Unlike many of the homes in and around San Juan Del Sur, Casa Selva is unique in its setting. Perched on a ridge, the home is located in a private boutique community, containing 11 homes on roughly 100 acres stretching from the jungle to the ocean. There is enough space between homes to enjoy complete privacy without feeling alone or isolated. The lack of light pollution allows you to swim in the pool on clear nights by moonlight, something not to be missed. We provide 24 hour on site security, cleaning service and management without being intrusive.
We are also an ecologic conscious community. What does this mean? We do not believe in spraying heavy pesticides like local hotels do to control bugs, what this does mean is you may encounter a few critters in and around the house, but we are not poisoning the food chain from the bottom up. All of our actions have far reaching consequences, and we want monkeys and parrots to visit the home. We heat our water with solar heat (and there is no lack of that!) and all our furniture and wood in the home is reclaimed fallen hardwoods, ethically sourced in north east Nicaragua.
We are also an ecologic conscious community. What does this mean? We do not believe in spraying heavy pesticides like local hotels do to control bugs, what this does mean is you may encounter a few critters in and around the house, but we are not poisoning the food chain from the bottom up. All of our actions have far reaching consequences, and we want monkeys and parrots to visit the home. We heat our water with solar heat (and there is no lack of that!) and all our furniture and wood in the home is reclaimed fallen hardwoods, ethically sourced in north east Nicaragua.
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