Exceptional Home 100+ Superb Reviews, Cook, Cleaning, Concierge, Guard

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A modern building with a pool, outdoor seating, and a thatched roof.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a view of the sea and mountains through large windows.
A spacious living area with a glass coffee table, cushioned seating, and a view of a cityscape at dusk.
A gym with treadmills and exercise equipment, large windows with a view of the ocean and a pool.
A modern living room with a large glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean and a mountain.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nacascolo Beach

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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San Juan del Sur, Rivas
  • Place, Christ of Mercy Statue
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, San Juan del Sur Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nacascolo Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Entertainment bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest House Room 1

1 Double Bed

Guest House Room 2

1 Double Bed

Junior Suite 1

1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Bathroom 8

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

San Juan del Sur

Located in San Juan del Sur, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. San Juan del Sur Port and Guacalito de la Isla Golf Course 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. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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San Juan del Sur, Rivas

What's nearby

  • Christ of Mercy Statue - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Juan del Sur Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nacascolo Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Church of Saint John the Baptist - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Maderas Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Managua (MGA-Augusto C. Sandino Intl.) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rancho La Cubana - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Henry's Iguana - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Timon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Spot - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dale Pues - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Exceptional Home 100+ Superb Reviews, Cook, Cleaning, Concierge, Guard have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Exceptional Home 100+ Superb Reviews, Cook, Cleaning, Concierge, Guard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Exceptional Home 100+ Superb Reviews, Cook, Cleaning, Concierge, Guard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Exceptional Home 100+ Superb Reviews, Cook, Cleaning, Concierge, Guard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exceptional Home 100+ Superb Reviews, Cook, Cleaning, Concierge, Guard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Exceptional Home 100+ Superb Reviews, Cook, Cleaning, Concierge, Guard located?

Located in the heart of San Juan del Sur, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Christ of Mercy Statue and San Juan del Sur Beach. Nacascolo Beach and Church of Saint John the Baptist are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best of Nicaragua

Our stay was 5 star all the way! The staff were outstanding, took care of every need we had, from special drinks to delicious food. They arrange everything, from massages to mani/pedis, to the best lobster thermidor for dinner. Villa Baleares is everything you could wish for in a vacation and more.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nica trip

The house is simply amazing, the views are incredible. Loved the staff, they were to helpful and so nice. They provided 5 star service and I am thankful for them making us feel special and safe. Plenty of space, we didn't 3 of the bedrooms. Great for a big family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise in Nicaragua

Beautiful house, beautiful location and beautiful people! Couldn’t have asked for a better vacation in Nicaragua! From the moment we arrived till the moment we left, everything was amazing! Highly recommend the cook! Thank you jo-Anne for everything! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Hi Jessica, I hope you are well. If you are making plans for your 2020 vacation please keep us in mind as we would love to have you back. Jo-Anne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Didn’t want to leave!

My family and I have been going to SJDS for years now. No house compares. The moment you walk thru the doors, you’re greeted like family. The attention from the staff is superb. The chef was a last minute decision that we were sooo happy we opted for. It was heaven! The bartender never left us empty handed either, which of course we loved. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Hi Monique, Jo-Anne here from Villa Baleares. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us in December. We would love to have you back the next time you visit San Juan del Sur.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picturesquely beautiful

The pictures displaying the property are on point, you don’t have feel like you’re being fooled with demo pics because the property is nothing short of amazing. It’s very peaceful and serene where the property is located, it over looks the city and is adjacent to Cristo de la Misericordia and at night it lights up! The staff are there for your every need. They keep the house cleaned and do their best to prepare any dish that you desire!! I give it (4) thumbs up Lol
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was amazing

Everything was amazing just like the pictures. We had a little incident where money was missing $20 from my purse & 1 of my guest was missing $60. They removed one of the staff that was mostly accountable and heighten up security where we had an armed guard 24/7. They accommodated us and also reimbursement the money and through in a on service bartender! We had and amazing time the staff Jo & Marg was great! Definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Perfect balance of pampering and privacy. First the pictures truly don't do the home justice. Combine the house itself, with the view and staff and I truly couldn't ask for more. Without question I would say splurge a little more and have the chef/cook services. The seafood was fresh from the sea. Everything fresh and delicious. Mgmt interaction was attentive and respectful of privacy. I have stayed in some fabulous resort villas around the world and this is right at the top with some Four Seasons. Thank you to all!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay

Overall the stay was amazing. The chef, the pool, the service/staff. We honestly had no complaints. I would recommend this chef at ANYTIME. She always had food prepared and it tasted soooo good, none of my guest complained. (We definitely left a huge tip, she was SOOOOOOOO good) We chose to have massages at the house which was a plus. Horseback riding and surf lessons were the excursions we chose which were amazing experiences. Only minor downfall was the stiffness of the beds, and paying for kilowatt-ages for power. We did have a 2 night stay but only stayed for 1 day (in and out of the house), it’s hard to determine what is actually used by me and my guest, but it was a $50 charge which we paid. Overall, amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Who needs a Four Seasons when you have Villa Baleares

Being a native from Nicaragua, and bringing all our closest friends to spend a few days after our wedding with us in San Juan, I have to say I was skeptical of what our experience would be like. Villa Baleares, however, blew our expectations out of the water. We were welcomed by a very friendly staff who made sure we didn't have to worry about anything while we stayed there. Every single meal was carefully thought out. There are security guards 24/7. If you run out of anything, Manuel will be happy to go get it for you. Everybody is always smiling and catering to your every need. There wasn't one thing that they didn't think about when building that house!! I wish I had more words to say about it, but honestly, experience Baleares, and you will also leave speechless.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Piera! We are very glad you enjoyed your stay at Villa Baleares. Hopefully you will come back to San Juan del Sur and choose to stay with us again! Best regards, Julio, Owner Villa Baleares
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

La Santa Maria Resort

Communication with the people who take care of the property could be better. They never contacted me until the day of my arrival. Also, the house's location is not the address given to you. We had to follow the manager for 3-5 minutes. That made me and my family feel unsafe. However, we felt safe and happy once we arrived at the house! The house is gorgeous, with spectacular views of the ocean/mountains! We fell in love with this house! I will come back! The pool is beautiful! You need a car to go to the beach or restaurants or explore the town because the house is located on a hill about 7 minutes away. The manager and security guard were friendly, professional, and happy to assist us with anything we needed! I recommend this house to you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Group Vacation

This is our second group vacation and we couldn't have been happier in choosing this property. It sounds ridiculous, but the pictures don't actually do this place justice. We were blown away as soon as we walked in and saw the views. The place is also much bigger than you would assume from the photos. The staff were friendly, helpful and prepared delicious meals to our liking. Get ready for freshly squeezed and blended juices every morning! We had a diverse list of preferences, some allergies and all was accommodated in each and every meal. If anything there was too much food, but may be that's because we are all not 3 meals a day type people. One thing I would say to anyone coming is try and grab a pocket projector from Amazon, as the wall in thriving room is perfect for late night drive-in style movie viewing. And most importantly, don't be concerned about the safety of Nicaragua. From the airport pick-up to the arrangement of taxis from the house we all felt very safe. The walk into town is doable in the daytime and we did this one a number of times. The house and views were by far the highlights of the trip and made up feel like we were celebrities in Malibu.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As Good As It Gets!

I'd be hard-pressed to believe there are any better views of SJDS in its entirety than from the pool deck and expansive balconies of this place.....and that's not even the best part! Margorie, Jorlene, Michael and Freddy took such great care of the place and us via meals, security, drinks, etc. Jo Anne knows the town inside and out and worked with us to make this travel experience one of the best of our lives! I really can't offer up anymore superlatives for this breathtaking house and the wonderful people help make it so. -Jordan
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Greetings from Sunny San Juan del Sur! Thank you for the wonderful review. If you are making plans for your family vacation in 2020 please keep us in mind. Sincerely, Jo-Anne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing view and property

The property was perfect for us. The view is absolutely amazing and the staff is super sweet. We stayed for 4 night and opted for the personal chef experience which I highly recommend. While there we were able to arrange a private yoga session pool side. The views and breeze made for an unbelievable experience. Of course we put our suits on immediately after and enjoyed the pool before we headed out to explore for the day. Jo Anne can arrange just about anything you need including excursions and transportation so if you aren’t sure where to begin the planning process she is more than happy to assist! We had a blast and would definitely recommend this property to everyone heading to the area !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Greetings from Sunny San Juan del Sur! I hope this note finds you well. If you are making plans for your 2020 vaction please keep us in mind. Sincerely, Jo-Anne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SIMPLY PRICELESS

Don’t even waste another minute looking! This place will surpass every expectation you have! The house! The staff! The food! The owners! The beds! The pool! THE VIEW! Truly all 7 of us women felt like royalty for 5 days and can’t wait to go back!!! Truly remarkable! My only word of advice is on getting there, we flew into Liberia then had the shuttle company take us to the border and another meet us on the other side, THANK GOD! We left out of Managua and that’s the way to go! It can be very intimidating and confusing crossing country borders on foot! Without their help I could only imagine what would have transpired! Super easy out of Managua and a nice drive from the house. Be prepared to be awe struck and not want to leave!! We are hooked on Nicaragua now! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Greetings from Sunny San Juan del Sur, I hope this note finds you well. If you are making plans for your 2020 vacation please keep us in mind. Jo-Anne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The house and staff far exceeded my expectations

The home was clean and well taken care of. Manuel and Jolene (house manager and cook) were amazing! The food was exceptional and I would recommend paying for the food service.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing, Mezmerizing and Entrancing!!!

Oh my god, this place was even more fantastic that I had imagined! The views are stunning. More beautiful than the pictures on the site. It was a stellar vacation. Manuel and then ladies who cooked and cleaned were incredible and lovely. The food was fantastic. We never even went into town to eat. I’ve never been on a vacation where all we wanted to was sit in a lounge chair and look at the view. We did go ziplining one day and that was awesome and for an incredibly low price… and Manuel even set that up for us. Villa Beleares is the meaning of the word entrancing! This is a 5 star experience, no question... Spectacular is an understatement!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous views, excellent staff, and great location

We had such an amazing time! The home was gorgeous and the staff was amazing!! We loved the attention to detail and I couldn't have asked for a better stay! Absolutely would recommend this spectacular home!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing

I can’t say enough about this home and the wonderful staff as well. This was one of the most amazing vacations I have ever been on. The house itself was so beautiful. It offered everything we needed and more. The staff was so attentive and always so accommodating. I can’t say enough about all of them. Luis was always there for whatever our needs were. Thank you for helping to give my family such a wonderful time and many many great memories. Hopefully we will return!!! Linda
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Linda. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay at Villa Baleares. We hope you, your family or your friends come back and we will try to make it even a better experience! Wishing you always the best, Julio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Incredible view, excellent service staff, superbly prepared meals, and very nicely furnished!

Julio the owner was wonderful and Manuel the butler attended to every need and desire from shopping to driving to cooking. We would go back in a heartbeat! Thank you Don Julio and Manuel and the whole staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Victor, it was very nice to meet you and your wonderful family. We are looking forward to see you back in March. You have my number and I will be more than happy to host you again. All the best, Julio
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic

A beautiful home with spectacular views. The staff is wonderful. Warm and very helpful. Manuel also drove us anywhere we needed to go in our rental car and kept an eye on our kids if we had to run out. We never had to worry about a thing. Our cook is excellent and creative. We will be back for sure. Such a relaxing place and Nicaragua is very special.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Laurie! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Villa Baleares. I totally agree with you, our staff is definitively what makes the difference! We hope you come back to San Juan del Sur and choose to stay with us again! It was a pleasure to host you. Best regards, Julio, Owner Villa Baleares
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Had a fantastic time

The house was beautiful the staff was very attentive the food was very good will recommend to all my friends
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Stephen! We are very glad you enjoyed your stay at Villa Baleares. Hopefully you will come back to San Juan del Sur and choose to stay with us again! Best regards, Julio, Owner Villa Baleares
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stop looking this place is worth the $$!!

We were here for a bachelor party, there were 6 of us and this house had wayyy more than enough room for us. The pictures don't lie this place is gorgeous. I recommend paying extra for the chef on call for meals and snacks. This isn't the best bang for your buck (compared to the ridiculously cheap food options in town), but the house is so great you won't want to leave so it's worth it. We became pretty tight with the staff, they were all extremely friendly and helpful. Especially Manuel, thanks for making us at least 200 Mojitos ha. Julio was also easy to communicate with. The only warning, they are very strict about the no guest policy : ) so just be aware in case you meet some cute Australian girl and want to bring her back to the Casa. Julio was very upfront about this though so no real complaints there. Overall this house far exceeded my expectations, as did SJDS, as did Nicaragua as a whole. Book it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Hi Denis! Thank you so much for your review! I am glad you enjoyed your stay at my home. We hope you come again soon for a couple of Mojitos! It was a pleasure to host you! Best regards, Julio, Owner Villa Baleares
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent house and staff!!

We had a great time at Villa Baleares. The house was great and the views are amazing. The staff was accommodating and made are stay one of a kind! I would recommend this house to anyone and will definitely be back for future vacations. Thanks Julio!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Tim! We are pleased to know that you have enjoyed your stay and you have also appreciated the friendliness of our staff. We would like to thank you for your good comments and we hope to see you on your next trip to San Juan del Sur!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing home

This place is truly epic. If you want a gorgeous home with an amazing view and great staff stay here.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Michael! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Villa Baleares. It was a pleasure to host you. We hope you come back to San Juan del Sur and choose to stay with us again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cool modern house with amazing view and close to San Juan

Staff was great.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Carlos for staying with us! We are very glad you enjoyed the house and our staff. We hope you visit us again!
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