We stayed here for two months and didn’t want to leave at all… We dreamed of being in a place to be surrounded by nature in a quite remote setting and this was it. Waking up every morning at the lake side en going to swim of doing some yoga at the platform was bliss. Everything is a as described by the owners and as the pictures show. I recommend to book, when still available.

My Family enjoyed the time in Alchemy! It is a place where you can feel the peace, you can see all the God’s gifts and stay with the family was the best.

This is the 6th? 7th? time my family has visited Alchemy. I honesty cannot describe the peace and spiritual and physical harmony that resonates for us there. Of course the house is perfect and the hosts, Esther and Andy, always add special touches- like fresh oranges or starfruit. But is more than this. The simplicity of the lake and the direct access make your focus there one of calm and also activity. You can swim, my husband mountain bikes for hours, I run and we watch the stars greet the evening with joy. You can walk to local restaurants, but we use the fully equipped kitchen to make dinner and sit outside and become rejuvenated. This place is paradise for our family. If you EVER coming to Laguna de Apoyo, you should stay here. You will not regret it. I am already planning our next trip.

My family of six had an awesome experience at the house on the Lake, I couldn’t have enough of it, I would even enjoy it early in the morning, the sound of calming waters hitting the rocks, the birds, the breathtaking view worthy of a big portrait in a gallery; the house itself was super confortable, spacious and clean, everything was on point, even hot water, which we didn’t need because the weather only requires fresh water showers. Simply one of my Best vacation home stay in Granada/Masaya. Thanks Esther you made it so easy for us👍🏼.

This little slice of heaven is your respite from the stresses of every day life. Truly quiet, except for the amazing birds that inhabit the surround area. This is a special place for relaxation, water activities, lying in a hammock and reading or just having a siesta. Cook your own meals, make your own snacks venture out on the road for a nice walk, and sleep with a cool breeze blowing through the bedroom. Esther has made this home warm, friendly easy to enjoy for all you book a stay here. Don’t wait, you won’t regret your stay here, in fact it will leave you wanting more!

Wow, Alchemy on the Lake was such a wonderful place to stay. Laguna de Apoyo is a true gem, with perfect water for swimming, kayaking, and some of the most stunning sunrises you’ll ever see. There is also a hot springs in the lake just a few minutes walk away from the house. The accommodations were amazing, the house is spacious, open, and super comfortable. It’s tucked away just enough to be quiet and private, but only a few minutes walk to the nearby markets and hotels where you can find restaurants and other amenities. Esther and Andy were extremely gracious hosts and made sure that I was comfortable and had everything I needed. You’ll be surrounded by howler monkeys, coconut trees, and warm tropical breezes while you enjoy the hammock, the breathtaking views from the deck, or going for a dip in the lake. Such an amazing experience and would recommend it to anyone looking for a soul-cleansing tropical getaway :)

I recently had an opportunity to stay with family at this beautiful home. It offers all the comfortable beds and a large kitchen with everything you need. You can relax with a book or glass of wine on the swing under the pergola or just laze in the hammocks. Walk down to the lake just steps away and take a dip to cool off in the lake. Plenty of places to walk or hike around the area. A great experience!!

I stayed for 2 nights at Esther's place and wish I could have stayed for the rest of the month. Better planning next time! It is a beautiful house that is very clean and the grounds are well managed. Beautiful patio and pergola that over looks the laguna and you can walk right down to private beach. WIFI, paddle board, comfy beds, hammocks, full kitchen (with a big fridge to keep the beer cold) ... really I did not want to leave this lil piece of paradise.

We really enjoyed our stay in Esther’s house! It is really a house with a personal touch so you feel at home and it has a high standard of cleaning! Esther was very attentive to every thing we needed and there were sweet caretakers, fresh drinking water, cleaning of the house, fresh towels and linen, beautiful mornings and clear water in the lake. We also had a trip to the Isletas with Vladimir recommende by Esther and it was super and she also recommended a good place for buying hammocks! We loved every minute and would love to come back!

We are a family of 5 with 2 young children - a 2.5 year old and a 5 year old. This place was so amazing for us! The place was roomy and well furnished and open. The daily view we had out into the caldera that is Laguna Apoyo was breathtaking. Esther was such a fantastic host, always keeping in contact with us and arranging our rides and tours. In fact she even provided a pack and play for my little toddler. She also had a lot of lake toys on the property which was very useful. The laguna was warm and relaxing - we loved floating over the hot springs on the inner tube or the numerous noodles or kickboards from the property! From Esther's place, you could easily walk to various places to eat. However, my family and I always like to sample local fares and did not want things we could easily get in the States (pizza, pasta, etc). There was one small restaurant past the pulperia that served pretty good local eats. The caretakers were also helpful - for a small tip they were able to get us cheap Nicaraguan meals. (We miss the Nacatamales!) Probably the only negative thing I can think of is there is not really a beach at the property. But we simply floated to one very close that had a bit of dark volcanic sand for the kids to play when it was lower tide. Otherwise, I high recommend this place. I would definitely come back if I traveled here again.