Escape from the hustle and bustle to this newly renovated, luxurious two bedroom lakefront home, located on beautiful Ometepe Island. Whether you are travelling alone, as a couple, or with a group this house will meet all your needs. When you arrive you see the beautiful gardens with the infinity pool over looking the lake. Discovery a luxury oasis on a tropical island. All you need to do is open the front double doors to you combine the space for a perfect indoor outdoor living experience. The first thing you will notice when you arrive are the beautiful gardens with the infinity pool over looking the lake. One of the only private houses on Ometepe with a pool, you will find that it is surrounded by a fully mature garden. There are fruit trees laden with mangos and coconuts, herbs in the garden, and flowers abound. Not only that but the wildlife you expect to find on a UNESCO Bioreserve comes to you. The distinctive Yellow Naped Parrots, or Lora Nuca Amarilla as they are called in Nicaragua, for whom the house is name routinely fly over head. Howler monkeys regularly visit the mango trees in season to eat fruit and watch you swim. Cows, pigs, chickens, and even turkeys can be seen wandering in the road. Hang in a hammock or sit in the wooden rocking chairs on the outdoor patio. You can step right from the front porch into the infinity pool. With two shallow sections of different depths, the pool is perfect for sunbathing or children to play. There’s also a bench in the deepend to watch the stunning sunsets over the lake. While Ometepe is about the outdoors and nature, sometimes you have to go inside. At Casa Lora you will discovery a luxury oasis on a tropical island. All you need to do is open the front double doors to you combine the space for a perfect indoor outdoor living experience. Once inside you will find the spacious open plan living space. The walls are bright white with distinctive art featuring a tropical bird motif. The kitchen is fully equipped, with all new stainless steel appliances- including a refrigerator with a freezer, a six burner stove with oven and a microwave. You will find everything you need to prepare a homecooked meal with delicious tropical ingredients if you chose. The unique dining table is made from a slab of live edge wood and easily seats six for family meals. It is just one of the many special pieces of Nicaraguan handicrafts you’ll see. While the kitchen and dining area is dominated by hard woods, the living room is all about comfort. There’s a sofa set and a pull out sofa, insuring there is somewhere soft for everyone to sit. On quiet nights or rainy days you can enjoy a movie on the Smart TV or check out the local cable channels. The house has 20 mbps fiberoptic internet with a battery backup so you can work or play online without interruption. The master bedroom is located downstairs. This room has a queen bed and full size wardrobe. It’s a bit more spacious than the second room and features both air conditioning and a ceiling fan. The windows are screened so on breezy nights you can turn off the air conditioning, open the windows and let the waves from the lake and jungle noises lull you into a blissful sleep. Climb the distinctive iron spiral staircase and you will find another queen bed and bunk beds in the loft room. While this upstairs room isn’t air conditioned, the whole outer wall is a screen door that allows access to lake breezes and an upper deck. Why be inside when you could be out? The deck is perfect for sunrise yoga or relaxing in a hammock in the evening after a long day of activities. The bathroom is also located on the first floor. This shower has been newly retiled with a traditional style ceramic and features adjustable hot water. There is also a second shower outside that’s perfect for rinsing off after a swim or a muddy hike. And when it comes to activities, this area of Ometepe has plenty to offer. The house is located on the paved road just a kilometer and a half from Balgue, a small local town. In Balgue you find the trailhead to hike the Maderas volcano, as well as a natural spring where you can swim. And whether you want to eat out or cook at home, there are also many restaurants and small stores close nearby by. While there are things to do within walking distance of the house, keep in mind Ometepe is a large island and taxi service is expensive. If you wish to explore more than a tiny area of it we recommend you either come in your own vehicle or rent one while you are here. We are happy to help you organize any tours or transportation you need during your stay at Casa Lora.