Enchanted Monkey House with Breathtaking Ocean Views

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Casa de Mono Encantado from beautiful Paradise Bay below

Captivating vista of Paradise Bay and the Pacific Ocean

Gorilla Head Rock across infinity pool from bottom of stairs

View of pool, patio and sun deck from covered bar

Delight in incredible views from the upstairs covered balcony

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Check out the area

San Juan del Sur, Rivas

San Juan del Sur Beach8 min drive
San Juan del Sur Port12 min drive
El Remanso Beach24 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (East/Blue)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 (West/Purple)

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Perched 100 feet above the Pacific coast, Casa de Mono Encantado is a brand new (March 2015) luxury villa built by Will Pattison in the desirable Paradise Bay gated community, with magnificent ocean views, semi-private beach access and continuous, soothing sounds of crashing waves.

If you are searching for tranquil serenity, you’ll find our House of the Enchanted Monkey offers everything -- with unending ocean views, gentle breezes year round, lounging and sunning by the infinity pool with a covered swim up bar and outside grill, whale watching (seasonal) from the top floor balcony or pool, or observation of local howler monkeys, iguanas and parrots.

The house design is elegant and contemporary, with oriental hints and traditional finishes throughout. Kitchen and bathroom countertops are quarried from various beautiful Honduran granites and local onyx. The house boasts three expansive king size bedrooms with full baths, rich handmade wooden doors, cabinets and furniture, stunning stainless steel and wrought iron railings, an assortment of original cubist paintings from Romanian painter Iov and others throughout, plus an array of modern appliances and kitchenware that is probably unsurpassed in the San Juan del Sur area, should your desires move you to cook or create your favorite liquid refreshments.

If you have a sense of exploration, take a short 150 foot hike to the pebble beach surrounding Paradise Bay to search for sea shells, venture to the small sandy beach 200 feet further, swim in the crystal clear waters of the Pacific, hike through secluded jungle wilderness or attempt to scale the big monkey. Snorkel for lobster, octopus or other delicious sea creatures if you are truly adventurous. We have eaten several sea critters right there in the water, but have also prepared delicious octopus soup, fish tacos and some of the most delicious ceviche we have ever tasted.

You will have no choice but to relax and be indulged in these luxurious surroundings. You will feel safe and protected with 24-hour on-site caretakers and full security system. This private paradise is at your footsteps, but you are still only one mile from the restaurants and night life in San Juan del Sur. We think you will agree that Casa de Mono Encantado offers a mix of solitude, tranquility and natural amenities that is unparalleled in San Jan del Sur.

Property manager

Dan and Donna

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed under any covered areas.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Juan del Sur

This holiday home is located in Paradise Bay, a neighbourhood in San Juan del Sur, and is near theme parks and on the beach. Old Lighthouse Trail and San Juan del Sur Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Juan del Sur Beach and Ostional Private WildLife Reserve. 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

San Juan del Sur Beach - 8 min drive
San Juan del Sur Port - 12 min drive
Nacascolo Beach - 17 min drive
El Remanso Beach - 24 min drive
Hermosa Beach - 37 min drive

Getting around

Managua (MGA-Augusto C. Sandino Intl.) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

El Timon - 5 min drive
Big Waves Daves Bar And Restaurant - 5 min drive
Tuani’s - 5 min drive
El Social - 5 min drive
Ikal - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Enchanted Monkey House with Breathtaking Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Enchanted Monkey House with Breathtaking Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanted Monkey House with Breathtaking Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanted Monkey House with Breathtaking Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanted Monkey House with Breathtaking Ocean Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Paradise Bay holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ostional Private WildLife Reserve, San Juan del Sur Beach and San Juan del Sur Port. Petroglyph and Church of Saint John the Baptist are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Ana R.

12 Apr 2024

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

SJDS May Trip

The house is beautiful, amazing view, great location and outstanding local service by Yubran the property caretaker. Yubran made our stay pleasant. He cooked a few authentic Nicaraguan meals for us for a price not included in the rental fee. He provided excellent and superb service. The house has breathtaking views. We walked down to the pebble beach. We spent most of our stay at SJDS on tours across Nicaragua. Therefore, we did not enjoy the house to the fullest. The one thing we would do different is spend more time at the house. Our first night, the AC in one room was not working. The AC was fixed and replaced the next day upon notifying the property caretaker. The house states max occupancy up to 8 guests. The house has 3 bedrooms which accommodate 6 people/guests comfortably in air-conditioned rooms (two guests per room). Two guests can sleep in the living room for a total of 8 guests. It is noteworthy to mention the living room does not have AC and it does get warm/hot. You are in San Juan Del Sur and the weather is warm. The service and hospitality rendered by Yubran “caretaker” is one of the main reasons we will come back to this amazing house. Through the booking process Dan the owner was extremely responsive and provided detailed information relevant to our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy B., Campbell River B.C. Canada

18 Mar 2024

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

Fun in the Sun!

Our stay was excellent, the upper deck was the spot to watch the sun set. The Ocean view was ever changing, we even spotted some whale spouts even though we did not see them, and it was exciting to see. While our stay was great, there were plenty of spaces to sit, yet no place to relax meaning, lay back to read a book! (Sorry I have had skin cancer so sun is not my friend.) The house was spacious, nicely planned, decorated, very privately located and an easy drive into town. We did have Yubran, cook a fabulous meal for us! Yubran cared for the wonderful grounds and pool was kept perfect (we never saw him) yet always available to answer our silly questions. Yuban’s English was by far better than our attempt at Spanish. Yubran made us feel very safe, if he was on days off he made sure he had someone there for us. We would defiantly recommend this home!

Stayed 48 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia G.

6 Apr 2023

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

Lovely home

We enjoyed the hospitality of this vacation home which is located in a safe, gated community. The kids loved the infinity pool and we enjoyed the outdoor rocking chairs. The caretaker, Yubran, is a spetacular chef and did a great job of shopping for us. We enjoyed trips into town, lunches at Play Hermosa and Tree Casa. We took a day trip to see Granada and the Volcanos. It was a wonderful vacation for our family and we hope to get back there some day. I definitely recommend travel to San Juan del Sur and a stay at this home, Casa de Mono Encantado.

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve s.

4 Mar 2023

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

Paradise

As advertised, amazing property with a fantastic staff! Would highly recommend.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia d.

22 Feb 2023

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

Beyond expectations!!

First off, just want to say, Dan & Donna’s place is so beautiful! One of the most beautiful places we’ve ever stayed at! (& we’ve stayed at different places in Costa Rica, Jamaica, puerto rico, Mexico, Peru)The view from the infinity pool with drink in hand was amazing! You definitely have to go down the stairs to rocks & beach below & enjoy all what nature has to offer! Went into San Juan del sur for a couple of dinners (which were good) but honestly, our best meals were prepared by Yubran the friendly & kind caretaker. (& we got him to join us for one of them. He was so nice!) Each room was beautiful, all beds were comfortable kings. Kitchen was stocked with everything you would need, including a cooler that we used on our daily excursions. The wind was crazy there some times, even at night. Not sure if that’s normal or not. There are some pretty steep roads getting to the villa, but we were able to do it in a “short bus”, except the night it rained & then got stuck trying to get up a hill & so walked up the last hill to the villa. Pride of ownership is apparent in this house! We loved looking through their photo book on the whole building process. & we loved when Willy the dog came over for rubs or to join us on our walks! This place is definitely value for money, was nicer than we even imagined & we were so happy to have found it on Vrbo!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dan and Donna

Welcome to our beautiful home (Donna’s tikki hut on the beach), a dream of mine for many, many years that my wonderful husband Dan helped turn into reality. I am a Nurse Practitioner in the Houston area as well as a Colonel in the US Army Reserves, having served for 23 years. Dan is a Petroleum Engineer and Pipeline Project Manager. We have four grown children and one grand-daughter. We started this journey to build our dream home in Mar 2013 and after two short years it has become a reality.

Why they chose this property

We visited Cozumel, Cancun, Honduras and Belize searching for the perfect place to build my tikki hut before touring Nicaragua for a week. We found this gorgeous property on our very first visit and knew it was the one we had been looking for. We love the beautiful country of Nicaragua, the gentle people with their fun loving nature, the tropical climate and the never ending list of things to do. Our Casa de Mono brings us serenity and peace, and has been a place for relaxation and rejuvenation.

What makes this property unique

Sitting roughly 100 feet above the water on a Pacific cliff, our location is second to none in San Juan del Sur. Our villa is nestled in a private cove with amazing views of Costa Rica, the Pacific Ocean, Paradise Bay and Gorilla Head Rock, with easy access to water, sun, surf and fishing, but still only five minutes from San Juan del Sur city central where you will find limitless bars and restaurants, chocolate covered bananas, Gelato and among other things, the first micro-brewery and best live blues in Nicaragua. Additionally, we are close to a variety of other activities including horseback riding, zip-lining, volcano climbing, golfing, four-wheeling and much more.

Our house offers a security system with 24/7 monitoring and response from town, plus on-site caretakers who live in a casita next door to the main house. Our caretakers Yubran and Yolanda only speak Spanish, so bring a translator if you are non-Spanish speaking (like us). They are wonderful and accommodating people who can provide a variety of services including cleaning, cooking, laundry, and babysitting (an additional fee may be required).

San Juan del Sur is known as the jewel of Nicaragua by its people. It is a remarkably casual and sleepy fishing village that is home to many US and Canadian expatriates, catering as well to a wide range of foreign visitors from all over the world. The people of San Juan are very warm, welcoming, gentle and honest. Hanging out in San Juan causes time to slow down, and helps to decompress and heal from the pace of real life.