This house was clearly different from the many others I've stayed at in Nicaragua, second only to the Intercontinental in Managua. The kitchen was great with a modern gas stove and big fridge with breakfast bar and huge dining room table able to accommodate all the guests. The bedrooms and beds are modern with modern linens and air conditioning, the quality of the tile, cabinets, doors, etc. is excellent. The ceiling fans are high tech, etc. You truly feel like you have arrived in your own personal palace.
I'd say there are three great things about this place, the relaxing house especially the afternoon cocktails on the second floor veranda(with steady cooling breeze), the wonderful pool and the fantastic beach. There were hardly any other people on the beach so it felt like your own private getaway just about (which is enhanced by the U shaped building that makes you think you are the only house on the beach). The pool is great for kids who might not be old enough to be in the surf alone, and also just so easy and fun.
The beds are all new and relaxing, especially the 2 king size beds in the two beach facing balcony rooms. The master suite is incredible and makes you feel like a king.
The staff is friendly and responsive, and the hosts got back to me with any questions. It has cable TV but we hardly used it. The air conditioning worked excellent. The solar panels are a nice touch.
It is about 20 minutes from San Juan Del Sur. The hosts recommended Rancho Chilamante which was great for horseback rides and Rancho Terre to eat at which was delicious and a great bargain.
It would be nice if there were some more paintings/decorations in the home but we came to see and relax on the beach with the beautiful scenery. Highly recommend this place. Coco beach is wonderful.