Rancho Santana is a legendary coastal estate and resort community on Nicaragua’s famed Emerald Coast, offering a rare and refined blend of beachfront living, equestrian lifestyle, and luxury resort amenities—all within a gated, environmentally conscious master plan spanning 2,700 acres of rolling hills, lush valleys, and dramatic oceanfront.
Home to five stunning beaches, a world renowned surf culture, a thriving farm to table culinary scene, and one of Central America’s most prestigious equestrian centers, Rancho Santana is more than a place—it’s a way of life.
The Heart of Nicaragua’s Emerald Coast
- Just 20 minutes from Costa Esmeralda International Airport (ECI)
- Direct access from the Emerald Coast Highway
- Fronts five secluded beaches: Playa Santana, Playa Rosada, Playa Escondida, Playa Los Perros, and Playa Duna
- World class surf steps from your door, with breaks for all levels
- 30–45 minutes to nearby towns of Tola, San Juan del Sur, and cultural sites
- Nestled among nature reserves, turtle nesting grounds, and protected coastline
Eco Conscious & Farm Forward
Sustainability is not a slogan here—it’s embedded in every element of Rancho Santana’s design, hospitality, and daily operations.
- On site organic farm and garden that supplies the community and restaurant
- Farm to table cuisine at The Farm & Table and La Finca y El Mar restaurants
- Greywater recycling, permaculture design, and plastic free initiatives
- Strong community integration with local employment and artisan programs
- 1,000+ acres of preserved green space and reforested terrain
Every villa, path, and pasture is part of a larger commitment to living well, while doing good.
Investment & Development Potential
- Strong appreciation and rental ROI in a growing international market
- Established hospitality management and rental program
- Room for boutique hospitality projects, private retreats, or co ownership models
- Favorable Nicaraguan property tax structure, no capital gains on resale
- Infrastructure, utilities, and logistics fully developed and maintained
- Increasing global attention on Nicaragua as the next frontier of eco luxury travel