Casa Almendra - Beachfront house on Colorado Beach
Entire home in Tola, Nicaragua
- 8 guests ·
- · 4 bedrooms ·
- · 6 beds ·
- · 3.5 baths
Hosted by SurfNica
- Superhost ·
- · 13 years hosting
Listing highlights
Dive right in
This is one of the few places in the area with a pool.
24-hour self check-in
Check yourself in with the doorman whenever you arrive.
Peace and quiet
This home is in a quiet area.
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Casa Almendra is a stunningly rejuvenated beachfront property comprising of 4 bedrooms, surrounded by lush almond trees with an unbeatable view of the Colorados beach break. Located directly on the beach, this home offers effortless access to the renowned Colorados beach break and is just a short 15-minute walk from the Panga Drops surf break. The community beach club, pool, restaurant and bar are conveniently located just 50 yards (a 1-minute walk) away.
The space
The house underwent a full renovation in 2018, with no expense spared. The result is a luxurious property with high-end custom furniture, premium finishings, and a spacious, shaded pool featuring a shallow area perfect for children. The property also includes a second-story balcony that provides stunning views and a third-story star-gazing deck, ideal for those who love to spend their evenings marveling at the night sky. With modern amenities such as high-speed fiber optics internet (100mbps), Dishnetwork TV, and a propane BBQ grill, you can enjoy all the conveniences of home. Plus, the added reassurance of a backup generator that even powers AC units ensures that your stay is uninterrupted in the event of a power outage.
The house boasts a master bedroom upstairs with two twin beds that can be combined to make a king bed, a private bathroom, direct access to a large balcony, and unobstructed ocean views. Downstairs, there are three more bedrooms, each with two twin beds that can also be united to make a king bed. The Junior Suite has its own private bathroom, while the other two bedrooms share a bathroom. All rooms have air conditioning, including the living areas.
To ensure your stay is as relaxing as possible, there are three employees who work daily at the property: a full-time housekeeper, a night guard, and a pool cleaner/gardener.
Surf Breaks: Colorados is a fast, barreling beach break with many peaks and A frames. It is a challenging break and best for intermediate to expert surfers. Panga Drops is just a 10-15 minute walk up the beach and breaks on a horse-shoe shaped rock reef. This wave generally has a mellow take off and a more vertical and playful inside section. This break can be good for long boarders or short boarders. Panga Drops amplifies swells and is usually bigger but more forgiving than Colorados. At the very north end of the beach there is a point break, Los Perros Point, that needs a good swell with the right direction to break, but with the perfect combination it can provide very fun rights. We can also arrange boats to any of the 10+ surrounding breaks.
SAFETY: Hacienda Iguana is a very secure community with 2 sets of gates to enter, guards posted around the community, The security staff in place insures that you will feel very secure and comfortable to roam around the community and beach as you please. The security is just for piece of mind as the whole Tola region is very safe and you will find that the local Nicaraguan community is extremely humble, friendly and helpful.
Hacienda Iguana is the ideal community for those who want to surf, golf, explore or just kick back and relax on a breathtaking beach. For those that don't surf there are plenty of other great adventures, activities and day trips you can enjoy. We can arrange surf trips by boat of fishing trips leaving from Iguana if you can swim or paddle out to the boat or out of Gigante if you prefer to load the boat from shore. Hacienda Iguana has its own challenging 9 hole golf course. There are some great hikes and beach walks in the area to get out and enjoy the amazing views, clean air, nature and wildlife viewing. Other available activities in the area include massage, yoga, surf trips by boat or taxi, surf lessons, fishing, horseback riding, SUPing, hiking, golf cart rentals, bike rentals, moped rentals, moto rentals, transportation and/or day trips to get a taste of culture in the surrounding cities or to go visit volcanoes, crater lakes and other natural attractions throughout southern Nicaragua.
Guest access
Full access to the main house, pool and front yard.
Other things to note
The base rate is for up to 4 people and there is an additional per person cost for more than 4 people. The rates are listed below and please note that Airbnb adds their own fee on top of these rates. This house sleeps a maximum of 8 people.
2026 Rates– (Daily cleaning included)
High Season – March through September and November: $825/night for up to 4p and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 5 night minimum
Low Season – December, January, February and October: $775/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 4 night minimum
Thanksgiving Week: $950/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 6 night minimum
Holidays (Easter Week, Christmas and New Years): $1100/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 7 night minimum
2027 Rates– (Daily cleaning included)
High Season – March through September and November: $875/night for up to 4p and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 5 night minimum
Low Season – December, January, February and October: $825/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 4 night minimum
Thanksgiving Week: $1000/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 6 night minimum
Holidays (Easter Week, Christmas and New Years): $1200/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 7 night minimum
Daily housekeeping is provided at no additional charge.
Meal Package: We can help set up a meal package for your convenience. Please just let us know prior to arrival so we can arrange.
Meal Package Info
Our meal packages offer you a personal chef whose services include purchasing of fresh food, meal preparation, cooking a delicious meal and cleanup. Breakfast options for you range from pancakes, banana pancakes, French toast, eggs, omelets, gallo pinto, hash browns, fresh fruit, tortillas and/or toast. Served with coffee and freshly made fruit juices. Lunch and dinner generally consist of meat (chicken, fish, beef, pork, or lobster) with potato, rice and/or tostones alongside a salad and/or fresh veggies. Our chef can also prepare sandwiches, lasagna, tacos, burritos, pasta, hamburgers, BBQ or pizza, or a particular dish of your choice – just ask! If you choose to dine out at any of the local restaurants, we will gladly reimburse you. We just ask that you please give us a 24-hour notice that you will not want a certain meal, so our chef does not over prepare.
Please note that the minimum meal package we offer is for 4 adults and a minimum price of $500 per meal plan. Kids under 12 are half price for a smaller portion.
Meal Packages are priced as follows.
Groups of 4-6 people:
• 3 meals a day for $55/person/day – includes non-alcoholic beverages and a snack basket
• 2 meals a day for $45/person/day – includes non-alcoholic beverages
• Only dinner for $22/person or $27/person for lobster, shrimp or steak dinner – no drinks included
Groups of 7 or more people:
• 3 meals a day for $50/person/day – includes non-alcoholic beverages and a snack basket
• 2 meals a day for $40/person/day – includes non-alcoholic beverages
• Only dinner for $20/person or $25/person for lobster, shrimp or steak dinner – no drinks included
The space
The house underwent a full renovation in 2018, with no expense spared. The result is a luxurious property with high-end custom furniture, premium finishings, and a spacious, shaded pool featuring a shallow area perfect for children. The property also includes a second-story balcony that provides stunning views and a third-story star-gazing deck, ideal for those who love to spend their evenings marveling at the night sky. With modern amenities such as high-speed fiber optics internet (100mbps), Dishnetwork TV, and a propane BBQ grill, you can enjoy all the conveniences of home. Plus, the added reassurance of a backup generator that even powers AC units ensures that your stay is uninterrupted in the event of a power outage.
The house boasts a master bedroom upstairs with two twin beds that can be combined to make a king bed, a private bathroom, direct access to a large balcony, and unobstructed ocean views. Downstairs, there are three more bedrooms, each with two twin beds that can also be united to make a king bed. The Junior Suite has its own private bathroom, while the other two bedrooms share a bathroom. All rooms have air conditioning, including the living areas.
To ensure your stay is as relaxing as possible, there are three employees who work daily at the property: a full-time housekeeper, a night guard, and a pool cleaner/gardener.
Surf Breaks: Colorados is a fast, barreling beach break with many peaks and A frames. It is a challenging break and best for intermediate to expert surfers. Panga Drops is just a 10-15 minute walk up the beach and breaks on a horse-shoe shaped rock reef. This wave generally has a mellow take off and a more vertical and playful inside section. This break can be good for long boarders or short boarders. Panga Drops amplifies swells and is usually bigger but more forgiving than Colorados. At the very north end of the beach there is a point break, Los Perros Point, that needs a good swell with the right direction to break, but with the perfect combination it can provide very fun rights. We can also arrange boats to any of the 10+ surrounding breaks.
SAFETY: Hacienda Iguana is a very secure community with 2 sets of gates to enter, guards posted around the community, The security staff in place insures that you will feel very secure and comfortable to roam around the community and beach as you please. The security is just for piece of mind as the whole Tola region is very safe and you will find that the local Nicaraguan community is extremely humble, friendly and helpful.
Hacienda Iguana is the ideal community for those who want to surf, golf, explore or just kick back and relax on a breathtaking beach. For those that don't surf there are plenty of other great adventures, activities and day trips you can enjoy. We can arrange surf trips by boat of fishing trips leaving from Iguana if you can swim or paddle out to the boat or out of Gigante if you prefer to load the boat from shore. Hacienda Iguana has its own challenging 9 hole golf course. There are some great hikes and beach walks in the area to get out and enjoy the amazing views, clean air, nature and wildlife viewing. Other available activities in the area include massage, yoga, surf trips by boat or taxi, surf lessons, fishing, horseback riding, SUPing, hiking, golf cart rentals, bike rentals, moped rentals, moto rentals, transportation and/or day trips to get a taste of culture in the surrounding cities or to go visit volcanoes, crater lakes and other natural attractions throughout southern Nicaragua.
Guest access
Full access to the main house, pool and front yard.
Other things to note
The base rate is for up to 4 people and there is an additional per person cost for more than 4 people. The rates are listed below and please note that Airbnb adds their own fee on top of these rates. This house sleeps a maximum of 8 people.
2026 Rates– (Daily cleaning included)
High Season – March through September and November: $825/night for up to 4p and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 5 night minimum
Low Season – December, January, February and October: $775/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 4 night minimum
Thanksgiving Week: $950/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 6 night minimum
Holidays (Easter Week, Christmas and New Years): $1100/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 7 night minimum
2027 Rates– (Daily cleaning included)
High Season – March through September and November: $875/night for up to 4p and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 5 night minimum
Low Season – December, January, February and October: $825/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 4 night minimum
Thanksgiving Week: $1000/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 6 night minimum
Holidays (Easter Week, Christmas and New Years): $1200/night for up to 4 people and $50/night for each additional person ($25/night for each additional child under 12 years old), 7 night minimum
Daily housekeeping is provided at no additional charge.
Meal Package: We can help set up a meal package for your convenience. Please just let us know prior to arrival so we can arrange.
Meal Package Info
Our meal packages offer you a personal chef whose services include purchasing of fresh food, meal preparation, cooking a delicious meal and cleanup. Breakfast options for you range from pancakes, banana pancakes, French toast, eggs, omelets, gallo pinto, hash browns, fresh fruit, tortillas and/or toast. Served with coffee and freshly made fruit juices. Lunch and dinner generally consist of meat (chicken, fish, beef, pork, or lobster) with potato, rice and/or tostones alongside a salad and/or fresh veggies. Our chef can also prepare sandwiches, lasagna, tacos, burritos, pasta, hamburgers, BBQ or pizza, or a particular dish of your choice – just ask! If you choose to dine out at any of the local restaurants, we will gladly reimburse you. We just ask that you please give us a 24-hour notice that you will not want a certain meal, so our chef does not over prepare.
Please note that the minimum meal package we offer is for 4 adults and a minimum price of $500 per meal plan. Kids under 12 are half price for a smaller portion.
Meal Packages are priced as follows.
Groups of 4-6 people:
• 3 meals a day for $55/person/day – includes non-alcoholic beverages and a snack basket
• 2 meals a day for $45/person/day – includes non-alcoholic beverages
• Only dinner for $22/person or $27/person for lobster, shrimp or steak dinner – no drinks included
Groups of 7 or more people:
• 3 meals a day for $50/person/day – includes non-alcoholic beverages and a snack basket
• 2 meals a day for $40/person/day – includes non-alcoholic beverages
• Only dinner for $20/person or $25/person for lobster, shrimp or steak dinner – no drinks included
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What this place offers
Beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Private pool
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Where you’ll be
Tola, Nicaragua
ATM: There is a Banco La Fise ATM in the community that is located in the commercial area of Iguana, across from NSR surf shop and in between our office (Iguana Surf Rentals) and Everyday Nicaragua. There is also a BAC ATM located just outside of Iguana’s main gate in the Riviera Market (about 4 kilometers away) that is open from 6am to 12pm. The La Fise ATM inside Iguana is often out of money and doesn't take all cards so it is a good idea to stock up on cash in Rivas or go to the BAC ATM outside the gates on your way to Iguana.
Iguana’s Restaurant and Shopping Options: Within the community of Hacienda Iguana there are currently six restaurants. The restaurant at the beach club, Pili's Kitchen, serves healthy and delicious plates for breakfast, lunch and dinner and has a great beach bar with happy hour specials. Iguana Brewery is just across from Scoops and serves its locally made craft beers in addition to a full bar, and doubles as a complete restaurant with breakfast starting at 6am, lunch, and dinner. Scoops is an artisan ice cream, coffee, juice, and panini shop. Downtown Iguana is a restaurant with local Nicaraguan cuisine, open for lunch and dinner, and located in the commercial area below Casa Ananas and next to NSR. Casa Ananas, located above NSR, is open for dinner with delicious and authentic Italian pizza, pasta and more. Finally, the newest restaurant is The Salty Koala, which is in the La Joya commercial area and serves Asian cuisine. All these restaurants except for Pili's Kitchen at the Beach Club and The Salty Koala are located in Iguana’s growing commercial center where you will also find a La Fise ATM, NSR Surf Shop, Stop and Go Surf Market (groceries), Rios Market (groceries), Iguana Farmacy and First Response Clinic and our office, Iguana Surf Rentals and Real Estate. La Joya Commercial area has Pure Spa and Las Rocas Surf Shop/Boutique store.
Amenities Close By but Outside of Iguana:
Just outside of Iguana’s gates (3km away) there is the Rivera Market Place with a BAC Bank Branch and ATM, Rivera Market/Grocery Store and Medical Clinic (OB/GYN, Dentist and Cosmetic). There are many other great restaurants within a 10-20 minute drive from Hacienda Iguana.
Car Rentals: We are able to arrange a rental vehicle for part or all of your stay, please let us know if you’d like to have a rental vehicle arranged.
Golf Cart Rentals – We (Iguana Surf Rentals) have multiple 4-passenger, battery powered golf carts available for rent for $40/day or $240/week or 6-passenger golf carts available for $60/day or $360/week. The golf carts must stay on the interior roads of Iguana except to go to the school/playground just outside the first gate.
Yoga: Drop-in yoga classes are currently held on Tuesdays and Thursdays but the time varies so please inquire if you are interested. Public classes are $10/person and private classes are also available for $20/person.
Activities: We would also be happy to organize activities and transportation for you during your stay. There will be an info guide in the property with all the activity and day trip options including; boat trips (surf, fish or sight-seeing), catamaran tours, surfboard rentals, surf lessons, surf photography, massage, yoga, moto rentals, bike rentals, golf cart rentals, horseback riding, SUP rentals, kayaking, Spanish lessons and more. Please feel free to contact us by email, call us with the phone provided in the property or set up any of these activities at your check in.
Iguana’s Restaurant and Shopping Options: Within the community of Hacienda Iguana there are currently six restaurants. The restaurant at the beach club, Pili's Kitchen, serves healthy and delicious plates for breakfast, lunch and dinner and has a great beach bar with happy hour specials. Iguana Brewery is just across from Scoops and serves its locally made craft beers in addition to a full bar, and doubles as a complete restaurant with breakfast starting at 6am, lunch, and dinner. Scoops is an artisan ice cream, coffee, juice, and panini shop. Downtown Iguana is a restaurant with local Nicaraguan cuisine, open for lunch and dinner, and located in the commercial area below Casa Ananas and next to NSR. Casa Ananas, located above NSR, is open for dinner with delicious and authentic Italian pizza, pasta and more. Finally, the newest restaurant is The Salty Koala, which is in the La Joya commercial area and serves Asian cuisine. All these restaurants except for Pili's Kitchen at the Beach Club and The Salty Koala are located in Iguana’s growing commercial center where you will also find a La Fise ATM, NSR Surf Shop, Stop and Go Surf Market (groceries), Rios Market (groceries), Iguana Farmacy and First Response Clinic and our office, Iguana Surf Rentals and Real Estate. La Joya Commercial area has Pure Spa and Las Rocas Surf Shop/Boutique store.
Amenities Close By but Outside of Iguana:
Just outside of Iguana’s gates (3km away) there is the Rivera Market Place with a BAC Bank Branch and ATM, Rivera Market/Grocery Store and Medical Clinic (OB/GYN, Dentist and Cosmetic). There are many other great restaurants within a 10-20 minute drive from Hacienda Iguana.
Car Rentals: We are able to arrange a rental vehicle for part or all of your stay, please let us know if you’d like to have a rental vehicle arranged.
Golf Cart Rentals – We (Iguana Surf Rentals) have multiple 4-passenger, battery powered golf carts available for rent for $40/day or $240/week or 6-passenger golf carts available for $60/day or $360/week. The golf carts must stay on the interior roads of Iguana except to go to the school/playground just outside the first gate.
Yoga: Drop-in yoga classes are currently held on Tuesdays and Thursdays but the time varies so please inquire if you are interested. Public classes are $10/person and private classes are also available for $20/person.
Activities: We would also be happy to organize activities and transportation for you during your stay. There will be an info guide in the property with all the activity and day trip options including; boat trips (surf, fish or sight-seeing), catamaran tours, surfboard rentals, surf lessons, surf photography, massage, yoga, moto rentals, bike rentals, golf cart rentals, horseback riding, SUP rentals, kayaking, Spanish lessons and more. Please feel free to contact us by email, call us with the phone provided in the property or set up any of these activities at your check in.
Meet your host
Superhost
104 reviews
104Reviews
4.9 out of 5 average rating
4.9
Rating13 years of hosting
13Years hosting
Born in the 80s
Speaks English and Spanish
SurfNica is a Superhost
Host details
Response rate: 100%
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Things to know
Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
8 guests maximum
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
No smoke alarm