## The Space

Villa Ohana features four bedrooms and five bathrooms, all offering expansive views of the Pacific Ocean, breaking surf, blowholes, and distant volcanic mountains. The property directly adjoins the coast, providing access to the beach and surf break via a path that meanders through the villa's mature tropical gardens. 

- Oceanview master bedroom with a king-size bed
- Second bedroom with a queen-size bed
- Third bedroom with two twin beds and a trundle bed
- Bedroom 4, located beside the swimming pool, offers unbeatable closeness to the ocean and surf

All bedrooms open to the tropical gardens and include air conditioning, ceiling fans, and their own bathrooms. The villa comfortably accommodates eight guests, with six in the main house and two in the pool room. The media room can be used as an alternative to the pool room if preferred. 

The living room features floor-to-ceiling bifold doors that surround an ornate red brick vaulted ceiling, blending indoor and outdoor living spaces. The dining room includes an exquisite granite slab table with seating for eight. Villa Ohana is tastefully decorated and designed to maximize the incredible views. 

The extensive covered balcony provides deep shade and a perfect respite from the hot Nicaraguan sun, while lush landscaping enhances privacy and serenity.

## Location

Rancho Santana is a 2,700-acre gated community that offers various amenities, including the award-winning ‘La Finca y El Mar’ restaurant, located just minutes from Villa Ohana. Additional dining options include:

- ‘El Cafe’ (2 minutes walk from Villa Ohana)
- ‘La Boquita’ at Playa Rosada (3-minute drive)
- ‘La Taquería’ at Playa Los Perros (6-minute drive)

The community also features a kids' center with enthusiastic and responsible group leaders. Kids' activities include monkey scouting, sandboarding down dunes, horseback riding, and surfing. Babysitting can be arranged. 

Additionally, there is a full spa that offers a variety of therapies, treatments, and experiences.

## Guest Access

**Non-Mandatory Resort Fee 2023**  
Starting January 2023, Rancho Santana Resort Administration requires that guests who wish to use the amenities (beyond dining at the main restaurant) pay a resort fee of $17.25 per person per day. This fee is assessed for each group's total headcount for the entire duration of the stay. The resort will email guests prior to arrival with details about these additional services and payment options if guests wish to take advantage of them. 

## Other Things to Note

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## El Espacio

Villa Ohana cuenta con cuatro dormitorios y cinco baños, todos con vistas expansivas del Océano Pacífico, las olas rompiendo, los géiseres y las distantes montañas volcánicas. La propiedad se encuentra directamente adyacente a la costa, proporcionando acceso a la playa y al punto de surf a través de un sendero que serpentea por los maduros jardines tropicales de la villa.

- Dormitorio principal con vista al océano y cama king-size
- Segundo dormitorio con cama queen-size
- Tercer dormitorio con dos camas individuales y una cama nido
- Dormitorio 4, ubicado junto a la piscina, ofrece una cercanía inigualable al océano y al surf

Todos los dormitorios tienen acceso a los jardines tropicales e incluyen aire acondicionado, ventiladores de techo y sus propios baños. La villa acomoda cómodamente a ocho huéspedes, con seis en la casa principal y dos en la habitación de la piscina. La sala de medios puede ser utilizada como alternativa a la habitación de la piscina si se prefiere.

La sala de estar cuenta con puertas plegables de piso a techo que rodean un elaborado techo abovedado de ladrillo rojo, fusionando los espacios interiores y exteriores. El comedor incluye una exquisita mesa de granito con capacidad para ocho personas. Villa Ohana está decorada con buen gusto y diseñada para maximizar las increíbles vistas.

El extenso balcón cubierto proporciona sombra profunda y un perfecto refugio del cálido sol nicaragüense, mientras que el exuberante paisaje mejora la privacidad y la serenidad.

## Ubicación

Rancho Santana es una comunidad cerrada de 2,700 acres que ofrece diversas comodidades, incluido el galardonado restaurante ‘La Finca y El Mar’, ubicado a solo minutos de Villa Ohana. Otras opciones de comida incluyen:

- ‘El Café’ (a 2 minutos a pie de Villa Ohana)
- ‘La Boquita’ en Playa Rosada (a 3 minutos en coche)
- ‘La Taquería’ en Playa Los Perros (a 6 minutos en coche)

La comunidad también cuenta con un centro para niños con entusiastas y responsables líderes de grupo. Las actividades para niños incluyen exploración de monos, sandboarding en dunas, paseos a caballo y surf. Se puede organizar servicio de niñera.

Además, hay un spa completo que ofrece una variedad de terapias, tratamientos y experiencias.

## Acceso para Huéspedes

**Tarifa de Resort No Obligatoria 2023**  
A partir de enero de 2023, la Administración del Resort Rancho Santana requiere que los huéspedes que deseen utilizar las comodidades (más allá de cenar en el restaurante principal) paguen una tarifa de resort de $17.25 por persona por día. Esta tarifa se evalúa por el total de personas del grupo durante toda la duración de la estancia. El resort enviará un correo electrónico a los huéspedes antes de su llegada con detalles sobre estos servicios adicionales y opciones de pago si los huéspedes desean aprovecharlos.

## Otras Cosas a Tener en Cuenta

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A vibrant bedroom with surf-themed decor and twin beds.

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A cozy bedroom with a large bed adorned with a colorful, ocean-themed bedspread and matching pillows. There are two bedside tables, each with a table lamp, and a colorful painting hanging above the bed. A window with wooden blinds shows a lush, green view outside. The walls are light-colored, contributing to a warm and inviting atmosphere.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Hidden Gem in the Perfect Location Villa Ohana is truly a dream: the location is unmatched, with a private walking pathway leading straight to the restaurant and clubhouse. It felt like our own slice of paradise. The home felt like a resort within a resort, surrounded by a beautifully maintained garden and absolutely breathtaking views. James and David were incredibly helpful, and Gloria kept everything clean. The area is peaceful, extremely secure, and full of charm. A true gem inside the luxurious gates of Rancho Santana. My family and I are so happy we found this home and can’t wait to return!

Villa Ohana provides a one of a kind vacation experience. We really enjoyed the location (close to Rancho Santana’s main hub, 3min walk to the beach, incredibly scenic views). Gloria and David who help meticulously maintain the property were very friendly and helpful. Gloria is an excellent cook so definitely inquire about her when staying. James was a very responsive host who helped out when we needed it. Definitely recommend getting the Rancho Santana resort passes so you can use their resort services on demand (rides to and from airport, great restaurants, tours/excursions, surf rentals, etc). Would (hopefully will) stay again!

We had a wonderful stay.  James was amazing throughout from planning our arrival from the airport to helping with suggestions on where to go and what to do.  David and Gloria were the greatest.  Gloria cooked us fabulous meals and David helped if we had any questions with the home or the surrounding area.  Villa Ohana was a great location, and very peaceful.

Villa Ohana is the hidden gem of the Rancho Santana property! We stayed there for a week for a friend's wedding at the resort and we were so pleased with our stay. The delightful walking path shortcut that leads directly to the resort for meals / massages was amazing. The wedding itself was right in the main grassy area at the resort, so we were able to sneak away and jump in Villa Ohana's pool in the middle of the wedding to cool off and get right back without being caught 😂. David and Gloria the caretakers of the property are amazing, always available to help with anything you might need. The rooms were all great and well kept. A/C's worked perfectly too! James the property manager was super responsive and helpful with any and all questions we had prior to the trip (I had A LOT 😬). 10/10, stay here. You're never gonna wanna leave the pool.

Great location with an incredible view. We really enjoyed the pool and how convenient it was to walk to the restaurants and beach.

This place is great! James was exceedingly helpful in the weeks prior to our visit. Thank you James! The house is beautiful and the folks taking care of it are lovely. Everything worked well, with the exception of the WiFi which was slow and only really available in the kitchen — not a big deal for us though; we have phones for hot spots & it meant that we enjoyed the resort (and the cafe) for our early morning work calls. Being walkable to the resort’s main restaurant, cafe & tienda was great for us & our teenage kids. We paid the resort fee for use of the big pool, a few of the complimentary tours & the sand boarding. It was worth it for us to have the convenience (esp with teenagers…) but totally not necessary. The pool is beautiful and so well maintained. We spent HOURS in it, enjoying the gorgeous sunset & watching surfers. Quick tip: if you are a long boarder (or just getting started..) there’s a gorgeous chill surfing spot at Mag Rock. Taxi can get you to/from and you can rent longboards on site. They also do lessons; the same instructor I had for lessons at Rancho Santana was working there — if you do make it to Mag Rock, I recommend the less-fancy of the two rental spots; nice boards, people are chill and very knowledgeable.

Location, location, location. Villa Ohana probably has the best location at Rancho Santana. Up on a low hill, the house overlooks the surf break, tide pools, the sun set. The house is a minute walk from the Rancho Santana resort and Playa Santana. The pool is immaculate and delightful, and the star gazing is awesome. The grounds are gorgeous! The house itself is a tad tired, and a little dated, and there a few plumbing issues. The toilet didn’t flush in one bedroom’s bathroom, and one bathroom didn’t have hot water. Some locks don’t work, and there isn’t a whole lot of shade during the day. In the big picture, however, the villa served our group of adults really well, and we had a wonderful stay (I personally think this would be a hard house to stay in with children as all the bedrooms open to the outside, not to an interior). Housekeeper Gloria and caretaker David are really great. Gloria is a really good cook. For a very reasonable price, she made us some wonderful dinners(we did bring food with us). If you pay the resort fee of $17 a day per person, you can use the resort as if you are staying there(For example, you can sign up for bird watching tours, ebike rentals, or surf lessons, etc). At Villa Ohana, you are closer the main resort building than some of the resort condos. The resort is spectacular, and their beaches are gorgeous. The spa is absolutely wonderful, as were all the activities we participated in. They even have gorgeous pickleball courts.

Heavenly! Communication with James was excellent. David and Gloria were amazing- helpful, friendly, and took great care of us. The house is better than the photos indicate, and the pool was spectacular. It's a 2-3 min walk to the Inn, and I think it must be one of the best views in Rancho Santana. Note: The house layout is well suited for a particular type of family. You enter via a courtyard, and the house is a U shape. An outdoor corridor to the left takes you to the Master suite, which is very private. Walk to the right side instead, and the Queen and twin bedrooms are side by side with their own baths. This corridor is outdoors however, open to the garden and pool. So if you have small children you need to consider safety, because you can't lock a front and back door and be done. They could walk outside at night. We loved the layout- parents with adult kids. We loved the indoor/outdoor aspect, and it made it all feel more gardeny and tropical.

Amazing.    Location is perfect.  A quick walk to surf, and everything that the clubhouse offers. Great rooms and the view is magnificent.   Highly recommend.   Communication is great and Gloria and David were a great help. Gloria even prepared a great dinner for us..  👍👍👍

Home, Yard, and Groundskeeper are the best. My kids will never want to stay anywhere else now.

The house is unreal. Can’t beat the location and stunning views. It’s quiet, accessible, and situated perfectly (on the beach, and close to the Inn @ Rancho Santana). Definitely planning to return!

Villa Ohana is unlike any other property in Nicaragua. It is not just in the perfect location, but it is so well set up with the layout of the property and the design of the home. Spacious yet intimate. Highly recommend this venue no matter how long you are staying in the Ranch!

Family of 5 from Westchester, NY had a terrific time!  House is perfectly located. Private and on the ocean but almost next door to the main Rancho Santana Inn and Santana Beach. Kids were able to walk over to the Inn and we could all pop over for a meal. House is stunning, pictures may undersell it. We had 5 people and didn’t use the bedroom next to the pool at all (wished we brought another couple). Host was proactive and super responsive. Can’t find a better spot at RS. Housekeeper lives in separate building on the property and always available if needed (otherwise you don’t see him) and place just feels super safe. Would not stay anywhere else if we are fortunate enough to make it back.

My husband and I absolutely loved our stay at Villa Ohana! We enjoyed the privacy of our villa, but also easily walkable to Rancho Santana restaurants, pools, and one of the beautiful resort beaches. Best of both worlds!!! Communication with the host was great! Everything was just as described, and always a quick response to our questions. The house staff- David and Gloria- work hard to make everything pristine. They were attentive without being in the way. David brought fresh mangos to us on the first day, and Gloria served them to us by the pool. We could not ask for better service or a better destination. I hugged Gloria when we left, and told her that we would be back!!!

Villa ohana is one of the best properties at rancho Santana. The master, pool room, and pool looks directly at first peak, the walk to the club house is less than a minute, and it’s classic rancho Santana style. Even though it’s pricier than some options, you get what you pay for. You can hear the ocean, see the ocean, and walk to the ocean. David is a fantastic gardener. He keeps the grounds immaculate and is always willing to help you with anything you need. He’ll even wash your truck without asking if it’s dirty. Maria keeps the kitchen spotless and all the bedrooms and bathrooms are cleaned daily. Both are wonderful people. The overlook upstairs has an even better view of the surf break and is a great place to look at the stars. I would definitely stay here again and plan on doing so. If this property is available—book it! You won’t regret it.

El Lugar es top! La atención excelente y la casa con de las mejores vistas

Beautiful property and great location in the Ranch. The property manager David was very nice and attentive.

Everything about this trip was amazing. The communication between the owner and us was great. Gloria and David are awesome and so friendly. Really hope to go back in the future. Highly recommend this place.

We went with another family and we all felt this was an amazing place and vacation.  The host was so helpful and planned a wonderful itinerary to see Grenada, the volcano and a fun spot for lunch.  The driver Jorge was even a good impromptu tour guide.  Gloria cooked us some fabulous meals and made us feel taken care of.  David made us feel safe and he was so very friendly.  The house itself is in an amazing location.  We could walk to the beach to surf or play in tide pools.  We could walk to the clubhouse for dinner or to the spa/yoga.  And there is a shuttle from there to another few restaurants and surf spot.  We would definitely come back to this exact home again.  Thank you for a great stay!!

It has been an extraordinary stay at James’ house, I can just recommend to rent with James. If it wouldn’t be so far away from Europe, I’d definitely come here often. The house is having everything you can ask for and you would have in your own house as well. Best decision we’ve made on our 3 weeks trip to stay here for some days to relax. Paradise!

Villa Ohana is a great home! This setting is amazing and has by far the easiest walking location of any house in Rancho to playa Santana beach! It’s also the easiest location to get to the Rancho club house and restaurants. House was great with clean rooms, everything is stocked well, and both David and Gloria who take of the house are great! The only downside is minimal shade as the pool gets full sun all day and you have to hide close to the house to avoid the strong afternoon house. Not a true downside, just a comment if you need shade. We loved everything about this property and would stay again!

Tiene una vista maravillosa y una excelente atencion de la persona que esta ahi el Sr David