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Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro

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A beachside room with a hammock, two wooden chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a stove, and pendant lighting.
A covered outdoor area with a concrete bench, potted plants, and a building with a red roof.
A covered outdoor area with a red roof, glass doors, and illuminated by three lights.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, a refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

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Leon, Leon

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro

Welcome to Casa Purpura: Your Seaside Bungalow Retreat

Casa Purpura is a spacious open-concept western-style bungalow featuring a generous kitchen, living room, and two bedrooms, equipped with A/C for your comfort. This beachfront house boasts a large shaded patio facing the ocean, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the coastal breeze.

Experience the beauty and tranquility of Casa Purpura, where the open concept design and beachfront location create a perfect setting for your getaway.

Important Information for Your Visit to Playa Tesoro

1.⁠ ⁠What to Bring
We recommend packing mosquito repellent and sunscreen to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

2.⁠ ⁠Getting Here
To help you arrive smoothly, we’ll send you a map and updated driving directions. The roads are regularly improved, but at this time, we recommend a 2WD vehicle with high ground clearance.

3.⁠ ⁠Kitchen Essentials
Each property is equipped with enough dishes, cutlery, and glasses for the number of guests allowed. If you're planning to cook special meals, we offer additional kitchen appliances for rent at our on-site store, Tienda Tesoro.

4.⁠ ⁠Tienda Tesoro.
Our growing store offers some snacks, canned goods, grains, drinks, etc. We do not sell veggies or meats. Please prepare accordingly.

5.⁠ ⁠Security Deposit
A $50 refundable security deposit is required upon check-in. It will be returned at check-out, as long as there are no damages and the property is left in good condition.

TESORO TURTLE HATCHERY

One of the most special parts of staying at Playa Tesoro is our sea turtle hatchery.

During turtle season, eggs are rescued from poachers and protected in the Playa Tesoro hatchery until the baby turtles are ready to make their journey to the Pacific.

Depending on the timing of your visit and nature's schedule, you may even have the opportunity to witness a sunset turtle release.

Our hatchery is a non-profit conservation initiative funded entirely through donations.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 708823vb
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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

León

Located in León, this holiday home is on the beach. Jose de la Cruz Mena Municipal Theater and Museo de la Revolución are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Parroquia San Nicolás De Tolentino and Puente Guadalupe. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
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Leon, Leon

Restaurants

  • Restaurante El Chango
  • Rio El Tamarindo
  • RESTAURANTE EL ANCLA LA PAZ CENTRO
  • El estero
  • Red Fish

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro?

As of 15 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro on 18 Oct, 2026 start from S$197, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Your Nicaragua Beachfront Hideaway – 2BR at Playa Tesoro located?

This holiday home is by the ocean, nestled on a beach in León within easy reach of surfing/body boarding and ecotours. Regional attractions also include Juan Venado Island Nature Reserve and Parroquia San Nicolás De Tolentino.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

5.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Host was awesome! Warning on web about needing a 4 wheel drive would have been nice and that the restaurant was not open any more also! But we still had a great time! Our host Said was very nice and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Epic Vacation Spot

This home is outstanding, and the location could not be better! The pictures do not do it justice - the view is stunning and the house is gorgeous (so much natural light) and sooooo comfortable. The location is a 20 second walk to a magnificent beach – one could not ask for more. Our hosts were nothing short of incredible hosts. They helped us with everything we needed. There was so much to do (boat trip, walking the beach, watching the sunset over the ocean, relaxing on the porch etc.) I can’t say enough good things about our stay. We highly, highly recommend this place. We will back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you very much Andrew and Taylor. It was an immense pleasure to have you at Playa Tesoro. Nicaragua has had a tough 3 to 5 years with Covid and all. But, the flights and tourists are back now, and it is clear Leon and area are now a destination. Thus, we are inspired to as of the Fall of 2022 to pour money into Playa Tesoro. People who come now will see a massively improved road, boat tours, big upgrades on all the homes, and a new Food Service option at the club house site. So, glad that you enjoyed the natural beauty, as it really is stunning. Gracias
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Canceled at the last minute

We were really disappointed when the day we were planning to arrive at this property we received a notification saying our reservation had been canceled. This was a disappointing way to begin a vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Secluded Beauty

We enjoyed our mostly private beach for the long weekend. The easy beach access makes the drive to this secluded area all worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect beach retreat! And the most friendly, welcoming staff. A real hidden gem!

Playa Tesoro is a perfect getaway destination. Fresh food, a private beach, great rum, and the most welcoming people. Thanks for the amazing memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyable and secluded

Great location and setting. It is a bit secluded which can be good or not, depending on what you are looking for. The miles of beaches are shared with almost nobody, and the ocean is friendly for adults and kids to swim, surf, boogey board, etc.. Not a lot of services nearby, but if you come prepared not an issue at all. Leon is close enough to make day trips but ideally you remain on the property to take advantage of the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Belle propriété pour ceux qui aiment la nature et n'ont pas peur de l'isolement.

Notre séjour à la Playa Tesoro fut très apprécié. L'environnement est très authentique, tranquille. La maison est telle que montré sur les photos. Propre, toutes les commodités sont disponibles (cuisinière, réfrigérateur, 2 grandes chambres avec lit confortable, air climatisé). Internet est disponible à partir du bâtiment destiné au lobby à quelques pas de la maison (en raison de vents, la connexion n'était toutefois pas toujours possible). Le chemin pour s'y rendre n'est pas évident mais nous avions reçu photos et cartes pour nous guider. Les gens sur place sont aussi très sympathiques et là pour nous aider si besoin. Nécessaire d'avoir un véhicule 4X4 pour s'y rendre (notre petite voiture s'est enlisée à quelques reprises dans le sable, chemin est accidenté) et d'arriver de clarté pour bien suivre les indications / repères sinon on s'y sent perdu. Le personnel du lobby offre les repas (choix du menu restreint). Conseillé de faire un arrêt à l'épicerie avant d'arriver car la maison est passablement loin de la ville.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016
Archival

8/10 Good

Great stay at lonely beach

My girlfriend and I stayed for three nights at Playa Tesoro. It war wonderfull. The staff was very nice and cooked a great meal for us. There are only 3 bungalows there, so you have your own private beach. And - the best of all - we had seen a see turtle lying their eggs, right in front of the bungalow. I hope, they will not build to many bungalows nearby, because we liked the calmness. You really nead a 4x4 or any other "higher" car to get to the beach. Otherwise you have to take the taxi service.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2015
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nica Canuck

My daughter and I stayed for 5 nights at the Purple bungalow last week. It was awesome. Thought I would get bored and want to keep travelling after two nights on the beach. Not the case. My daughter (and I) didn't even want to leave to do to Leon in the evening. Boogie boarding was a blast, swimming safe and easy. Tonnes of birds singing in the Mangroves. No bugs, nor mosquitos. Great on shore breeze to keep us cool on the terraza in the Nica heat. Project just getting rolling, but we loved it and the bungalow AC in the bedrooms was AWESOME!

About the host

Hosted by John and Geoff Bramwell

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Two brothers with a passion for the outdoors embarked on a journey in 2004 to discover an ideal surf break on a pristine beach, aiming to build their dream surf shack and escape the cold North American January weather. After an extensive search, they found their perfect spot at a beach in Nicaragua, which they named Playa Tesoro. Over the course of 14 years, they dedicated themselves to developing the best-in-country, fully private fresh water and electrical systems, owning all the equipment themselves. With over 32 years of experience as construction business partners in Canada, their expertise and dedication have made Playa Tesoro a true testament to their craftsmanship and vision.

Why they chose this property

Playa Tesoro offers a fantastic swimming beach with warm, shallow, salty water and stretches of two miles of sandy beach all to yourself. Whether you prefer a peaceful boat tour on the estuary or relaxing in a hammock on your terrace while listening to the soothing ocean sounds, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the serene environment.

Nicaragua is a remarkable country known for its wonderful people and offers a peaceful, secure, and beautiful environment. The Colonial City of Leon, often regarded as the university town of Nicaragua, boasts 11 universities, numerous language schools, and a vibrant music and arts community. It holds the distinction of being the second oldest town in the Americas after Panama City, showcasing stunning architecture. The people of Leon are known for their warmth, peacefulness, and kindness.

In summary, Leon is a safe, intellectually vibrant, and artistically rich community that warmly welcomes visitors with its charm and cultural offerings. The surrounding Leon state and area also offer a wealth of intriguing places to explore on day trips.

What makes this property unique

In Nicaragua, Playa Tesoro stands out for its unique location nestled between the Pacific Ocean and a freshwater estuary. It offers the ultimate swimming experience with sandy shores, gentle waves, and warm water, while also catering to surfers with breaks at the island's end. The estuary is a pristine sanctuary of natural beauty, featuring stunning mangroves, tranquil waters, and abundant wildlife.

Despite its secluded feel, Playa Tesoro is conveniently close to the Colonial City of Leon, Nicaragua's second largest city, just 45 minutes away. For added convenience, there's a small tienda on the island and a grocery store on the Salinas Grandes road leading to Playa Tesoro. This unique blend of seclusion and accessibility makes Playa Tesoro an ideal destination for both relaxation and adventure amidst Nicaragua's natural wonders.

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