Title: Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107267882&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism Apartment in San Juan del Sur with kitchenette and balcony ## Photo gallery for Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism ![Property grounds - Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism (San Juan del Sur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107267900/107267882/39a5a931.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils - Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism (San Juan del Sur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107267900/107267882/308ef863.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism (San Juan del Sur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107267900/107267882/e1c12efa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board - Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism (San Juan del Sur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107267900/107267882/cf0404a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism (San Juan del Sur)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107267900/107267882/0132aa93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a secluded hill, monoAmbiente is your perfect hideaway near downtown. Perched 55 meters above sea level, this stilted cabaña studio home boasts stunning golden-hour views of the town and hillsides. Enjoy high-speed fiber WiFi, a private balcony with French bistro-style furniture, and access to a shared saltwater pool. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom323 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £117 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism \*\*\* Description \*\*\* Superb location & convenience coupled with oasis-like escapism, this home is purposely positioned to be your perfect hideaway when seeking to be near downtown, yet need a haven to retreat to on foot. You can be carefree (and car-free) at a moment's notice to stroll towards the energy of the beachtown, yet easily recharge back home perched high above it all with gorgeous golden-hour views of the town and hillsides. From this hidden hill, you can walk to town in just 5 minutes (7 to the beach)! \*\*\* Property \*\*\* ✓ That’s right! NO Cleaning Fee & NO Aircon Fee. Welcome to our cabaña, traveler! • BACKUPS include 8,000 liters of water tank storage (because SJDS and many homes often run out of water) and multiple UPS batteries to keep the high-speed fiber WiFi running when the town loses power (up to 3 hours). • Monoambiente—Spanish for "Studio Apartment"—perfectly highlights our stilted cabaña studio home, which includes 30m² of living space and another 30m² of balcony space surrounding the home. There are 2 ceiling fans, an aircon unit, and large sliding glass doors and windows (with screens to keep the insects out) that let the cool westward breezes from Lake Nicaragua whip right through the interior. • BEDROOM comfortably sleeps 2 on the floating queen bed, but if a 3rd wants to sleep on the couch, we can accommodate that and provide you with extra linens. The sofa is 185cm (6ft) long, designed to fit most people. There are bedside tables with outlets and a freestanding closet with hangers, drawers, and shelves. • BATHROOM has a "nightlight porcelain sink", toilet with bidet attachment, and a cabinet & shelves. The tropical, hot-water shower is located outside—yet privately enclosed—where you can watch the blue skies or stars & moon, as well as a view of the whole town and hillside from one of the best shower-views in SJDS. • KITCHENETTE with microwave, slow cooker, mini fridge, coffee maker, large countertop space, and a variety of kitchen tools, because this house is not just a rental home. It's our home as well and we love to cook in it and keep it well-stocked! • PATIO DECK is partially covered by a traditional clay-tile roof and there is also a French bistro-style wrought iron table and chairs. Warm, glowing string bulbs dangle around the home and bring extra tranquility to this space at night. The views of the town and hillside, along with the height of the balcony and the property (\~55m above sea level), creates a sense of blissfully soaring above the town. • SHARED POOL, a few steps down the hill below the house, is a gorgeous saltwater pool and patio overlooking the downtown. This is where another bathroom and outdoor shower are located. The pool is sometimes shared with our 2nd home on our property when that one is occupied. • SHARED PLUNGE TUB is a fresh-water lounge area located at the very top of the property where 6-8 people can soak in the tub, soak up the sun, or soak up the moon with soaring views of the beach, bustling town, and sunsets. • OUTSIDE your door hangs a hammock, a mini-wilderness, and sometimes you can see monkeys foraging in the treetops around our hidden hill. "monoAmbiente" can also take on a second Spanish meaning—Monkey Environment! \*\*\* Guest Access \*\*\* • ENTIRE CABAÑA is private and available for you and your group, as well as the outdoor covered deck area and the space underneath the stilted home. The pool, plunge tub, and entrance steps are sometimes shared with our 2nd home on our property, but when that home is not occupied, the 1,400m² outdoor property is all yours. You can view that 2nd home here: https://www.vrbo.com/3898410 • PARKING right below the pool area for smaller vehicles such as rented motos, ATV/Quads, or UTV/Side-By-Sides. For cars and trucks, there is offsite parking about 50 meters away in an empty lot at the top of the street, or public street parking at the base of the hill. \*\*\* Guest Interactions \*\*\* • CHAT/TEXT in the app, as we enjoy answering any and all questions. Instead of wasting precious vacation time trying to find something in the home, figure out how something works, or questions about the town, just send us a quick message. • GROUNDSKEEPER Manuel is sometimes available to address any concerns or problems in person. He's fantastic, even helped build both of our homes, and is knowledgeable of many things SJDS and beyond. He will be cleaning the pool daily as well as tending to the plants and gardens around the property. He can help you run errands or pick something up. Oh, and he is learning English! • WE THE HOSTS sometimes live in SJDS (when not in Boston or traveling) and may be living in the other home further down the hill. Come down and say hi! We are very gregarious and sociable, love hosting our guests, and even introducing them to the town if they want! We can interact with you as much or as little as you prefer. \*\*\* Other Details \*\*\* • STEEP HILL/QUICK WALK to get to the house \~55 meters above sea level that requires a brief but steep walk. Most visitors can walk up to our home in less than 4 minutes. While the location and view are worth it, it is impractical for people with asthma, breathing issues, knee problems, injuries, or walking difficulties. Let us know that everyone in your group is fine with this short but steep walk. We are excited to have you book with us! \- Fusun and Jimmi ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Composting - Garden - Grey water recycling system - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 323 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113090000/113088100/113088062/87451a46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Dream Apartments E1-A4 San Juan del Sur - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi 6.0 1 review £111 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 9 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=113088062&PinnedHotelID=113088062&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118510000/118507800/118507718/355fad66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Dream Apartments E1-A1 San Juan del Sur - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=118507718&PinnedHotelID=118507718&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118840000/118838600/118838577/7465d41c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private hillside oasis at Pelican Eyes-1 BedWiFi, AC in amazing San Juan Del Sur Centro - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=118838577&PinnedHotelID=118838577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114600000/114599800/114599798/01b3497f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sky Studio with best view of San Juan del Sur with WiFi, AC, Hot Water Lomas de Palermo - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=114599798&PinnedHotelID=114599798&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69660000/69655400/69655354/a203c207.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront San Juan del Sur - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews £119 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=69655354&PinnedHotelID=69655354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113620000/113610200/113610189/763aae5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Apt Minutes from SJDS Bay – Perfect Location! 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There is an outdoor shower adjacent to the pool. • GLASS AROUND POOL: Please refrain from bringing any breakable glass (bottles, cups, containers) to the pool area. We provide cups to aid this rule. • AIRCON: We don't charge you extra for this, unlike many rentals in Nicaragua. But we ask you to please help by turning it off when you are not home. ### Pets Pets are allowed Welcoming cats only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property uses a grey water recycling system 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 deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=11.252424,-85.86801&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wrucA%60bbkO%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%40O%3FO%40OBO%40M%40QBMBO%40OBMDQBMBODMBMDODODMDMDOFMDMFMDMFMFMFMHKFMFMHKHMFKHKHKHMJKHKHIJKHIJKJIJKJIJIJIJIJILGJILGJGLILGLELGLGLGLELGLELENELELCNELCNCLCNENALENANCL%3FNCNAN%3FLANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40L%3FN%40NBN%3FLBN%40NDL%40NDNBLBNBLDLBNDLDLDLDNFLDLFLFLFJDLFLHJFLFJHLFJHJHJHLHHHJJJHJJHHJJHHJJHJHLHJHJHJFLHJFLHLFJFLFLFLFLDLFLDLDNDLDLDNDNDLBLDNBLBPBLBN%40NBL%40PBL%40N%40N%40N%3FN%40N%40N%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNANAN%3FNANANANCLAPCLANCNCLCPCLENCNELELENELELENELGLELGLGLGLGLGLIJGLIJGLIJIJILIJIJKJIHKJIJKHKHKJIHMHKHKHKHMFKHMHKDMHMFKFMDMFMFMDOFMDMDMDODMBMDOBMBODOBM%40ODO%40MBO%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAOAM%3FOAOAOAMAOCOAMEOAOCMEOCMCOEMCMEOEMEMEMGMEMGMGMEMGMGMIKEMIKIMGKIKIKIKIKIKKKIKIIKKKIIIKKKIKIMIKGKIMIKGMGKIMGMGMGMEMGMEMGMEOEMEMEOEMCMEOCOCMEQCMAOCOCMAQAMCOAO%3FOAOAO%3FOAO%3FO%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DI2X5P0g5HOZ6AVYuwHqT58WhAg=) San Juan del Sur, Rivas #### What's nearby - Church of Saint John the Baptist \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - San Juan del Sur Beach \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - San Juan del Sur Port \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Old Lighthouse Trail \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Ostional Private WildLife Reserve \- 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles #### Restaurants - ‪La Tostadería - ‬6 min walk - ‪Ikal - ‬5 min walk - ‪Restaurante Josseline's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Restaurante Lago Azul - ‬6 min walk - ‪SSELINES restoran - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism? ### Is Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism? ### What time is check-in at Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism? ### What time is check-out at Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism? ### Where is Colina Escondida:monoAmbiente - Superb central location with oasis-like escapism located? ## Have a question? 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