Location: Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica
Contemporary Costa Rica home, built-in 2009, located 3 kilometers off the Pan-American highway, 15 minutes to San Isidro de El General, Pérez Zeledón, and 1 hour from unspoiled Pacific beaches.
It lies at 1,200 meters (3,937 feet) elevation above the San Ramon River Valley served by public roads maintained by the city. This property is a quiet and peaceful retreat with temperatures averaging 23 C. (73 F.).
The home size is 185 square meters (1,991 square feet), with an additional 140 square meters of detached workshop and storage. Electricity, telephone and DSL internet are already installed. Water comes from an on-property natural spring.
The property has a gorgeous 270-degree vista of the surrounding rural area, including Cerro de La Muerte, one of Costa Rica's highest mountains. The location is very secluded and surrounded by nature. Over 100 bird species have been identified on this and adjacent property by a professional ornithologist.
The house features high ceilings, abundant light, two bedrooms, two baths, a spacious kitchen/living area, a large upstairs loft with an outdoor balcony, two patios, and a double-car carport.
About half the land is unspoiled secondary forest. The home is surrounded by terraced landscaping including an abundance of fruit trees, organic coffee, and bananas.
The Finca also features a 200 square foot guest cabin with an outdoor kitchen and bath, which has been enjoyed by AirBnB guests from Europe and the U.S. for the last 3 years. Two additional ready-to-build sites are available for constructing more cabins and providing a sustainable income.
Summary of Features:
- Beautiful, artistic home in a safe, natural, secluded setting
- Pleasant year-round climate with spectacular views
- All utilities present plus excellent cellular service
- Nearby city supplies all needs including excellent health care
- Only a 1-hour drive to pristine, southern Costa Rica beaches
- Approximately 50% forest, 50% for development
- On-site natural water source, additional community water potentially available
