Farmstay vacation rentals in Managua

If you're looking for a typical "touristy" experience, this place isn't for you. But if you're looking for the real Nicaragua (in a rural setting), and conscientious individuals who know their way around the real Nicaragua, this is a *great* place. As of the date I write this review, the country itself has been having its ups and downs. But! Rest assured: so long as this place is still up and running for Airbnb'ers, you're in *great* hands with Jeff and Jasmina.

Writing the standard paragraph or two about my month-long stay would be an insult to my experience at Nel's place. In fact, can write a book filled with praise for this place... I've been in Nicaragua for over three years, and this was by far my fave Airbnb, and definitely in my top 5 globally. During my five years in Nicaragua, I saw the national bird a handful of times. On Nel's farm, I stopped counting. For instance, on one hiking excursion to the lake, I counted eleven and saw three tucans. If you're a nature lover, then this is your spot. The best of all is due to the elevation, it's not as hellish hot as certain places in Nica. Even if does get warm, there's always a nice spacious pool to go and cool off in. My home was equipped with everything, and the internet was great for working from home. Nel is an exceptional host and a lovely person to be around with. Her communication is great, and she really cares about your happiness while hosting you on her beautiful property

Everything during my stay went well. We checked in as per directions Rafael gave, he’s a very responsive host. The farm and house are gorgeous with views of the Volcano of Masaya wonderful sunsets and sunrises. There are goats and chickens that wander the farm, and various fruit trees which we picked from and tried. Rafael recommended places nearby that were amazing and worth experiencing. His home is rich with antiques from various countries and of a unique enjoyable taste. I loved staying here and if I plan a trip to Nicaragua again I’d stay here again and for even longer!

I've liked nearly all of the Airbnb places I've stayed at, but Michael's is very special in being not only just a place to stay – which is usually what you're looking for – but also a life experience. In the first place it's a farm all right, but nothing like what you ordinarily imagine a farm to be. Also, the mango trees constituting the farm are in a second field out to the back, so what the guest experiences is actually not the farm but – aside from the guest house, which is very attractively and comfortably fixed up – the roadside foodie operation manned by a substantial extended-family collective of Nicaraguans living on the property, with a charmingly personable Ukrainian student named Anton serving as the main chef, turning out exceptionally fresh plates of a regional Nicaraguan dish called a güirila, which you really should stop by and try even if you don't stay there. Michael himself is a fascinating person you'd want to know in any event, but rather than going into his personality I'll stick with the place and highly recommend it to anyone passing through the area. I'd say backpackers should stop over on their way to the lagoon (which they can reach from Michael's via bus or taxi), while people with cars might consider staying there for their whole time at Apoyo, unless they really want to overnight down on the water, or can't get by with the personal hotspot on their phone for Internet access.

Amazing mountaintop villa. Very pretty surroundings. Ac at night was a blessing. Will be coming back. Only thing I would be careful of is very steep driveway to get up. Just have to be careful and make sure have a good vehicle

This place is a gem! We were only there for one night as we were traveling thru Nicaragua, but really enjoyed it. Robert, his wife and mother were all great hosts and nice to talk to! The food was excellent, my husband said that the dinner (optional for an additional fee) was his favorite meal of our trip. TIP: If you are driving there, Robert has GPS coordinates in the description. I did not notice this, so we had a little bit of trouble finding his place at first. Robert was very fast to respond and helpful when I messaged him though.