Our names are Rachel and Matt...
... and we are originally from Toronto, Canada. Being avid travellers, we were captivated by Nicaragua’s beauty, the friendliness of the locals and the simplicity of life. We had always dreamed of running a business together on a beach, and we thought Nicaragua was the perfect place to make that dream a reality. In 2013 we bought a small beach-front lot and this is how our adventure started.
On this journey, we had the pleasure of connecting with a Canadian who owns a villa on the same beach as us in Salinas Grandes. As luck would have it, we were given the exciting opportunity to operate their villa. We took a leap of faith in the fall of 2016, sold everything we owned in Canada to move down and try it out.
We came here to help run a business, but we have gained so much more. Our lives have been enriched with meaningful connections through our interactions with guests, the people we work with and being surrounded by nature.
We welcome you to join us in this unique experience in Nicaragua!
Meet the Staff
Rachel
Rachel is the main point of contact for the villa. she is Canadian trained massage therapist and was a Doula/Labour support back in Toronto. You will find her looking after the logistical side of things. In her spare time, she enjoys swimming in the ocean and giving guests massages.
Matt
Matt is a culinary trained in Italy. He spent most of his career working in the hospitality industry in Toronto. Today, he is in charge of all the operations and maintenance of the villa. You may find him cleaning the pool, maintaining the grounds or taking trips to Leon for supplies. On his down time, he enjoys laying in a hammock and playing chess.
Vincenta
Vincenta is a local and the supervisor of the villa. She ensures that house is spotless and organizes the daily duties. She is a proud mother of 4 and enjoys helping our guests learn Spanish. If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Nicaraguan meal, she will be happy to cook it up.
Rosendo
Rosendo is our night guard. He is a jack of all trades and can help in any situation. You will see him in the evenings.
Photo credit: Rachel Llewellyn, Karen Botting (Lilycroft Photography)