BALTA VARNA means WHITE CROW in Lithuanian and we can definitely relate to the meaning behind the phrase. BALTA VARNA is an intimate space and was designed, built, cared for by ourselves and the locals. We are nestled on a small hill, surrounded by many different plants and trees, views of the ocean, sounds of many bird varieties and howler monkeys. We offer private home rentals for a tranquil vacation close to many world class surf break - 3km to the first beach access point - Playa Guasacate. The space We offer tranquility and a place to unplug just moments away from an uncrowded beach. Birdwatch, swing in a hammock, explore your Yoga practice, surf, tour local rustic villages or simply relax in this sublime setting. Our 1,25 acre property is built around a large, temperate, palm roof yoga deck, perfect for relaxation, reading or a yoga practice. We invite you to enjoy it on its own or join us when we have scheduled yoga classes, meditation sessions or workshops. You will find outdoor grills, hammocks, swings and cozy hangout areas throughout our property, all there to enjoy. Yes we did add a tree fort on our property :) The house itself is a spacious, modern, loft style freestanding home with elevated private deck. Full kitchen is well equipped for you to feel like home: full size refrigerator, 4 burner stainless steel gas stove, French press, blender, water filter, all dishes, pots, pans, kitchen gadgets, towels, soap etc. Open living/dinning space includes large couch/day bed, breakfast bar, custom built hard wood dinning table and lots of storage space. Upstairs you will find loft style bedroom with 1 queen bed, closet, hangers and A/C. Don’t worry about sheets or bath towels. We provide all that. Our rental home comes with a complimentary week cleaning, sheet and towel change (*applicable for one week + rentals only). Laundry service is available for a small fee - $5 per load. Our goal was to create a space where anyone would feel at home; comfortable, clean and filled with well thought out details. If the dates you would like to visit us are not available on our calendar, check out our second Casita listing - BALTA VARNA Green Playa Guasacate (Green). The casita is exactly the same and is located on the same property! #followthewhitecrow #yogainnicaragua #baltavarnanicaragua #bethewhitecrow #baltavarnaguesthouse Guest access You are more than welcome to use Yoga deck (no shoes please). Sometimes we schedule small, mellow events here and yoga classes. Guests can access all outdoor spaces and parking areas. You can eat from our garden as we have lots of edible greens, flowers as well as fruits. We can tell you what’s in season when you arrive. Just you get an idea, we grow: papaya, bananas, plantains, mangoes, limes, grapefruits, passion fruit, moringa, Chaya, amaranth, purslane, cashews, lemongrass, turmeric and probably I’m forgetting something as we add new plants to our gardens as we go. Other things to note - We offer incredible long term rental discounts: discounts are listed above or when you select the length of your stay. - We are close to the beach, just 3 km away. We suggest having transport. - From our door, you can be in the water by car or moto to these surf breaks or sites: * Popoyo, Outer Rief, Piedrita, Beginners Bay - 15 minutes * Lances Left, Playgrounds, Astillero Beach Break - 30 + minutes * Santana Beach Break - 25 minutes * Panga Drops & Colorados - 35 minutes * Tidal Pools - 15 minutes * Hot Springs - 15 minutes - We do have parking space dedicated for your car or moto inside of our property gates. - If you are arriving by taxi and need help organizing it for the lowest price in the area, please let us know, we will happily help you arrange it. - House cleaning, sheet and towel change is included for week + rentals only - Electricity costs are high in Nicaragua (highest in the Americas) so we ask you to use A/C moderately or not at all. A/C is offered and will be billed additionally based on daily usage. Cost is $10 per day.