A Different Kind of Extraordinary
Not another resort. Not another vacation rental. Something entirely its own.
Some travellers want the familiar. Others are drawn to places that surprise them. Welcome to Balcones de Majagual.
Perched high above Nicaragua's southern Pacific coast, Balcones is a remarkable collection of individually designed homes nestled within more than 100 acres of tropical forest. Here, architecture doesn't compete with nature. It becomes part of it.
Built with reclaimed hardwoods and natural materials, each home has its own character, blending thoughtful design with the wild beauty of the surrounding landscape. Open-air living spaces, elevated terraces, and sweeping ocean views create an experience that feels a world away from the ordinary.
And the neighbours? They're extraordinary, too. Howler monkeys move through the canopy. Toucans and parrots pass overhead. The sounds of the jungle become the soundtrack to your stay. There are no manufactured wildlife encounters here. No carefully staged experiences. Just the extraordinary privilege of being part of a living, breathing tropical forest.
And then there's the surf.
Just minutes away, Playa Maderas is one of Nicaragua's most celebrated surf beaches, drawing surfers from around the world for its consistent waves and laid-back atmosphere. Whether you're paddling out at sunrise, learning to catch your first wave, or simply watching the action from the sand, the Pacific is an essential part of life here. Beyond Maderas, a coastline of beautiful beaches and surf breaks is waiting to be explored.
Spend your mornings watching the jungle awaken or chasing waves along the coast. Explore the restaurants, markets, and culture of San Juan del Sur, less than 15 minutes away. Then return to your own private retreat above the trees. No two homes are exactly alike. And that's precisely the point.
Balcones de Majagual isn't designed to be everything to everyone.
It's a place for those who believe travel should feel like discovering something extraordinary
WHY CHOOSE BALCONES DE MAJAGUAL?
Because Ordinary Is Not Your Thing.
Homes With Character, Not a Formula
Forget identical rooms and predictable resort design. Every home at Balcones has its own personality, crafted with reclaimed hardwoods, natural materials, and architecture that embraces the surrounding forest. Each offers a different way to experience life among the treetops.
Wildlife Without the Wildlife Tour
Imagine watching monkeys move through the canopy while you enjoy your morning coffee. Toucans, parrots, sloths, and iguanas are part of the natural environment here. Wildlife doesn't arrive on a schedule, and that's what makes every encounter special.
Privacy Without Isolation
Spread across more than 100 acres of tropical forest, Balcones offers the space to truly disconnect. Elevated homes, open-air living, and expansive views create a sense of seclusion, while the beaches, restaurants, and culture of San Juan del Sur remain less than 15 minutes away.
Adventure at Your Doorstep
Some of Nicaragua's most beautiful beaches and world-class surf breaks are just minutes away. Spend the day exploring the coast, discovering local culture, or chasing waves. Then return to the quiet of the jungle, where the day's final spectacle is often a sunset over the Pacific.
A Lighter Footprint
Balcones was created with respect for its surroundings. Reclaimed wood, solar-heated water, on-site wells, and an approach that avoids heavy pesticide use help preserve the forest and the wildlife that call it home. The goal isn't to tame the jungle. It's to live alongside it.
Whether you're seeking adventure, connection, inspiration, or simply somewhere unlike anywhere you've stayed before, there's a home at Balcones de Majagual waiting to be discovered.
***Each home at Balcones de Majagual is independently owned and operated. All rentals are contracts directly with the individual homeowners.***
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“This place is amazing. I absolutely loved my stay here. The views are spectacular, the pool is perfect and the Majagual beach is a small and lovely cove.”
Esther / Casa La Serena /April 2022