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Villa Ohana

Villa Ohana is a 4 bedroom oceanfront villa with a large infinity pool, expansive tropical gardens and short a short walk to Rancho Santana's restaurants and beaches. Perfect location for falling in love with Nicaragua!

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A bright tropical property with tiled-roof buildings, palm trees, a hammock, and a broad green lawn.

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The house

Villa Ohana is a 4 bedroom oceanfront villa with a large infinity pool, expansive tropical gardens and short a short walk to Rancho Santana's restaurants and beaches. Perfect location for falling in love with Nicaragua!

Villa Ohana

Oceanfront living, a private pool, beautiful tropical gardens and the best of Rancho Santana just a short walk away.

In Hawaiian, _ʻohana_ means family. And Villa Ohana is very much a house for being together.

Set directly on Nicaragua's Pacific coast, this four-bedroom villa welcomes up to eight guests, with the space and privacy to make everyone feel at home. Days have a way of unfolding naturally here: slow breakfasts overlooking the ocean, children spending hours in the pool, someone wandering down to check the surf, and everyone coming together again as the sun begins to set.

What makes Villa Ohana special is not simply its oceanfront position, but everything between the house and the sea. Ample multi layer soft grass lawn, mature tropical gardens with multiple nooks and areas to explore, a private infinity edge swimming pool and shaded outdoor living areas create a wonderful sense of space. There is always somewhere to gather, somewhere to escape, and usually a reason to stay outside just a little longer.

And while the villa is wonderfully private, Rancho Santana's restaurants and main resort area are only a short walk away.

The House

Four bedrooms, four private en-suite bathrooms and accommodation for up to eight guests.

Villa Ohana has all the character of a well-loved coastal home, with beautiful natural materials, generous living spaces and a strong connection to its gardens and ocean setting.

Three bedrooms are in the main house:

  • Primary bedroom: King-size bed with ocean views.
  • Second bedroom: Queen-size bed.
  • Third bedroom: Two twin beds and an additional trundle bed.

The fourth bedroom is separate from the main house, beside the swimming pool and the closest to the ocean and affording incredible ocean views. It offers a little extra independence for another couple, older children or guests who appreciate their own space.

Every bedroom has air conditioning, a ceiling fan and a private en-suite bathroom, with doors opening towards the tropical gardens.

At the heart of the house is a beautiful living room beneath a distinctive red-brick vaulted ceiling. Full-height folding Nana doors open almost the entire room to the gardens and Pacific breeze. With the doors folded back, the house feels wonderfully connected to its surroundings, with fresh sea air and the sound of the surf drifting through.

A handcrafted hardwood dining table brings everyone together for meals, games and evenings.

There is also a spacious sumtiously furnished covered balcony, offering welcome shade through the heat of the day without sacrificing the ocean views or cooling breeze.

Pool, Gardens & Ocean

This is where you'll spend most of your time.

Villa Ohana's private infinity swimming pool sits between the house and the Pacific, overlooking the gardens, coastline and perfect barelling waves at Playa Santana (Jiquiliste) surf break literally right in front.

Swim, read in the shade, watch the waves or simply enjoy having nowhere in particular to be. The pool terrace and surrounding lawn give everyone room to settle into their own rhythm, while keeping the group naturally connected.

The gardens are a defining part of the property. Mature palms, flowering trees, established tropical planting and generous lawns surround the villa, creating privacy and a sense of peace that is difficult to reproduce in a newer home.

A private path winds through the grounds towards the coastline and nearby surf break. From the house and gardens, views stretch across the Pacific Ocean, breaking waves, coastal blowholes and distant volcanic mountains.

And then there are the sunsets.

As the afternoon heat softens, the pool catches the changing light and the garden becomes the perfect place to gather for the evening. Dinner outside, drinks by the pool, the sound of the ocean in the background.

At Villa Ohana, staying home is often the best plan of all.

Rancho Santana — Everything Close By

One of Villa Ohana's greatest advantages is its location within Rancho Santana, one of Nicaragua's most established coastal communities.

You enjoy the space, privacy and independence of your own oceanfront villa, but with the convenience of resort restaurants, beaches and activities nearby.

El Café is approximately a two-minute walk from the house, while Rancho Santana's main restaurant, beach and central facilities are also within easy walking distance.

Morning coffee without getting in the car. Lunch at the resort. An afternoon exploring the beaches. Then back to your own pool, gardens and uninterrupted ocean views.

Rancho Santana encompasses approximately 2,700 acres of gated Pacific coastline, with multiple beaches, restaurants, surfing, horseback riding, children's activities and other resort amenities.

Some resort facilities require an optional guest access pass, detailed below.

A Place to Come Together

There are newer villas and grander homes along this coast. What makes Ohana memorable is something less easily measured.

It's the children who don't want to get out of the pool. The quiet coffee in the garden before everyone else wakes up. Eight people around the dining table deciding what to do tomorrow. The freedom to spend a whole day doing very little, and feel you've had a wonderful day.

Enough private space to enjoy your own company. Enough shared space to enjoy everyone else's.

That's the spirit of Villa Ohana.

Optional Rancho Santana Resort Access Fee

Rancho Santana Resort Administration charges an optional access fee for guests wishing to use certain resort amenities beyond dining at the main restaurant.

  • Fee: US$17.25 per person, per day.
  • Applies to: Every guest in the group when the resort access option is selected.
  • Duration: The entire length of the stay.
  • Optional: Guests who do not require access to these amenities do not need to purchase the pass.

Before arrival, Rancho Santana will contact guests by email with information about the available amenities and the option to purchase resort access.

This fee is administered separately by Rancho Santana Resort.

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Photo tour

The area

Two surfers are visible in breaking waves near a sandy beach with a house and vegetation in the background.A person stands beside two oxen harnessed to a wooden cart on a beach with waves behind them.A surfer rides a breaking green wave near a rocky coastline, with another person visible farther out in the water.A surfer rides a breaking ocean wave near the sandy beach.

Master suite

A bright bedroom with a neatly made bed, wooden furniture, bird wall decals, and a seated person beside an open window overlooking blue water.Ocean views past hammack from masterA neatly made bed with layered pillows, bedside lamps, decorative vases, and bird wall art.A warmly lit bedroom is reflected in a large wooden-framed mirror, showing a made bed, bedside lamp, flowers, and decorative items.

Second suite

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Kids Bedroom (con mural de ola)

Twin kids bedroomTwin kids bedroom

Bedroom 4 (pool room)

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Living Room

A bright glass-walled living room contains upholstered sofas and wooden armchairs around a central coffee table beneath a brick ceiling with a fan.Ocean view living room with full width bifold doorsSix people are gathered in a bright glass-walled living room with seating, drinks, and a coastal landscape visible outside.

En-suite BathroomMain House · Downstairs · Master suite · En-suite Bathroom

A warmly lit bathroom with two sinks, ornate mirrors, a tiled countertop, towels, a toilet, and a small window.

En-suite BathroomMain House · Downstairs · Second suite · En-suite Bathroom

A tiled bathroom with a sink vanity, mirror, toilet, hanging towels, and a shower area.

Balcony

A covered tiled terrace with a hammock, seating, columns, and a sunset over the ocean.A tiled seaside terrace at sunset features cushioned seating, a hanging hammock, a white balustrade, and an ocean horizon.A covered terracotta-tiled terrace with a hanging hammock, lounge seating, wooden ceiling, and ocean visible beyond the balustrade.A bright tiled terrace features a fringed hammock, seating, white columns, a decorative railing, and a blue ocean beyond.

Garden

A landscaped coastal garden with flowering plants and a central stone path overlooks a calm shoreline beneath dramatic clouds.A landscaped garden and terrace overlook a rocky shoreline, calm ocean, and distant tree-lined coast beneath a partly cloudy sky.A sunlit villa exterior features tiled roofs, white columns, palm trees, a manicured lawn, and a hanging hammock.A grassy waterfront area with lounge chairs, a railing, plants, and a calm sea beneath a cloudy sky.A large seated stone statue is surrounded by flowering plants on a manicured lawn beside the water.A landscaped garden with grasses, rocks, shrubs, and palm trees surrounds a white house beneath a partly cloudy sky.A landscaped garden with planted beds, stone pathways, rocks, trees, and a house beneath a bright blue sky.An arched tiled entrance opens onto a sunlit garden with three people, a pool, and blue ocean beyond.

Pool Area

A bright blue infinity pool overlooks a shoreline, green vegetation, distant hills, and a partly cloudy sky.A sunny terrace overlooks a swimming pool and ocean, with a dining table and chairs in the foreground.The image showcases a stunning ocean view with a clear blue sky and scattered fluffy white clouds. In the foreground, a well-maintained garden with vibrant flowers leads to a spaciA rooftop terrace with a small pool, outdoor dining table, railings, and lounge chairs overlooks the ocean at sunset.A bright blue swimming pool is set in front of a tiled-roof house with palm trees and lounge chairs.An infinity pool overlooks a green shoreline and distant houses beneath a bright, cloud-filled sky.A bright swimming pool sits in front of a two-story house with palm trees, loungers, and a partly cloudy sky.A group of people gathers around an outdoor dining table beside a swimming pool during warm evening light.Villa Ohana 41Villa Ohana 45Villa Ohana 46

Driveway

Six people gather beside an SUV with surfboards and luggage in front of a bright house surrounded by palm trees.

Exterior

A bright tropical property with tiled-roof buildings, palm trees, a hammock, and a broad green lawn.An elevated view shows a white stucco courtyard house with terracotta tiled roofs, lush palms, paved walkways, and a small central pond.A tiled entrance path leads to an arched doorway surrounded by palm trees, hedges, and potted plants.Three surfers ride a breaking wave in front of a tree-lined shoreline with houses.

Aerial

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Amenities

  • Pool
  • Beach Access
  • WiFi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Free Parking on Premises
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Essentials - Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper

Amenities

Outdoor

  • BBQ Grill
  • Patio or Balcony
  • Backyard
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Outdoor Furniture

Location

  • Private Entrance
  • Beach Access
  • Resort Access

Kitchen/Dining

  • Space for Guests to Cook Their Own Meals
  • Coffee Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Bowls, Chopsticks, Plates, Cups, etc.

Entertainment

  • TV

Internet/Office

  • WiFi

Heating/Cooling

  • Air Conditioning

Bedroom/Laundry

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Essentials - Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
  • Hangers
  • Iron

Parking/Facilities

  • Pool
  • Free Parking on Premises

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Reviews

5.00

reviews

Cleanliness5.0
Accuracy5.0
Communication5.0
Location5.0
Check-in5.0
Value5.0
  • Bryan · 5

    Nov 2024

    We had a wonderful stay. James was amazing throughout from planning our arrival from the airport to helping with suggestions on where to go and what to do. David and Gloria were the greatest. Gloria cooked us fabulous meals and David helped if we had any questions with the home or the surrounding area. Villa Ohana was a great location, and very peaceful.

  • Stuart · 5

    Jul 2024

    Great location with an incredible view. We really enjoyed the pool and how convenient it was to walk to the restaurants and beach.

  • Daniel · 5

    Aug 2023

    Amazing. Location is perfect. A quick walk to surf, and everything that the clubhouse offers. Great rooms and the view is magnificent. Highly recommend. Communication is great and Gloria and David were a great help. Gloria even prepared a great dinner for us.. 👍👍👍

  • Dan · 5

    Jun 2023

    The house is unreal. Can’t beat the location and stunning views. It’s quiet, accessible, and situated perfectly (on the beach, and close to the Inn @ Rancho Santana). Definitely planning to return!

    Host reply

    Great to hear you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to welcoming you back one day! :)

  • Bobby B., Neptune Beach, FL · 5

    May 2023

    Villa Ohana is unlike any other property in Nicaragua. It is not just in the perfect location, but it is so well set up with the layout of the property and the design of the home. Spacious yet intimate. Highly recommend this venue no matter how long you are staying in the Ranch!

  • Felipe L. · 5

    Jan 2023

    Everything about this trip was amazing. The communication between the owner and us was great. Gloria and David are awesome and so friendly. Really hope to go back in the future. Highly recommend this place.

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Rancho Santana

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Good to know

How many guests can stay?

Up to 8 guests.

How many bedrooms and baths?

4 bedrooms, 4 beds, 4.5 baths.

Where is it?

Rancho Santana. The host shares the exact address once you confirm.

What is the minimum stay?

2 nights.

Is there a pool?

Yes.

Is there Wi-Fi?

Yes.

Is there air conditioning?

Yes.

Is there parking?

Yes.

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