luxury house for sale San Carlos, Costa Rica

This amazing property includes: - Farmland (77ha), with operational dairy facilities - Cloudforest (28ha) with over 4km of hiking trails, natural springs, rich flora, fauna as well as wildlife corridors within the farm linking Poas Volcano National Park to Barva Volcano National Park - Boutique Hotel (12 Bedrooms) with a strong sustainability ethos and eco accreditations Hotel: A unique and stunning property operating as a boutique 12 bedroom hotel and hosting both international and national guests for the last 30 years. Prior to that a private residential home to the owners and designed by top Costa Rican architects with inspiration from the American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Beautifully positioned in the heart of the farm and with a stunning aspect towards the majestic Poas Volcano, this really is an awe-inspiring and unique property, both as a commercial venture or as a private home. The Hotel business employs 22 staff from the local area, and offers guests an exclusive home-from-home feeling centered around excellent service and high quality rooms and hospitality. The lodge is surrounded by rich pastureland, of which 28 hectares is unspoiled virgin cloud forest, with hiking trails and an outstanding wealth of flora and fauna adding amenity value, biodiversity and carbon capture. As a business the Hotel works with all the top inward travel agents both nationally and internationally and is considered a strategic destination for many wholesalers designing holiday routes for their client base. The hotel has a strong and established online platform too, boasting top rated reviews in sites such as Tripadvisor and Booking .com Farm: The dairy farm consists of 77 ha of farmland and buildings, fully equipped, with 178 paddocks for rotation. Pasture grows all year round, and is mostly kikuyu with some ryegrasses. The farm has 7 farm cottages including a manager´s house, a 12 bay Hosier style milking area, large barn for young stock, maternity wing, feeding barn and various store rooms. The farm employs 9 full time staff as well as an administrator, accountant and milking herd consultant. Dairy Herd: The current dairy herd which includes heifers and calves add up to 310 head of cattle with the herd split between 55% Holstein-Friesian and the remainder Jerseys and Ayrshires - plus a purebred Ayrshire bull, brought in as an embryo transplant from New Zealand. Sales of surplus stock can generate a useful second income. Reproduction is mainly through artificial insemination. A vet visits the farm monthly to check on herd health, individual fertility and general condition. Vaccinations etc are carried out according to an annual program. All animals are monitored with an industry recognized program for logging the herd and organizing the breeding structure. Current Milk Production: Around 2,400 liters of milk per day, with a current stock of 120 cows in production out of a 300 strong herd. The milk is sold under contract to a large company. Collection is almost daily. Water Sources: The farm has many springs on the property and has recently developed a pumping system to bring non-potable water to the dairy for cleaning, and potable water is supplied by the village water management company (ASADA) of excellent quality, for the farm cottages and milking area. Communications: Telephones, electricity, broadband, are all available in the area. Driving time to San Jose is about one hour. Relations with the Community: There is an excellent relationship with the local community, from which many inhabitants have found employment in the farm and hotel, presently and in the past.

This beautiful residence of American design in solid concrete is located in San Rafael de Heredia in the exclusive residential Ave del Paraiso, is made up of two floors and is characterized by its mountain environment. The construction area is 850 m2 total, and the 1.432 m2 meters of land. Counts with the 750 m2 House and 100 m2 guest house. With its wooden floor high and design the house offers a unique warm environment. As you enter the first floor you can find a spacious office and a half bathroom. Next is the living room and the dining room which has windows from which you can see the terrace and a fireplace. To the left you’ll find the kitchen which connects to the TV area and a confortable room convenient for the domestic service. In that same floor you can access to the living room with kitchen dinner with granite counter tops. In this floor you will also find the master bedroom with walking closet, and a bathroom with Jacuzzi and a separate shower. Four bedrooms with a bathroom each and a spacious living room with fireplace outstand in the second floor. The property has a house for guests of 100 m2 of construction with independent access by the garage for two vehicles. It is worth noting the water heating system with solar panels and the storage tank with a capacity of 1,000 books that, with a digital pump, send a constant pressure to the entire residence. Inside the property about 11 vehicles can be parked. Ave del Paraiso counts with security 24/7, monitoring, and wide streets. It has a calm, and harmonious environment, audits cool weather also makes it a nature environment. It”s only 15 minutes away from Heredia

Poas Majestic Home is a mountain property located less than an hour drive from Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffee Farm, Poas Volcano National Park and the Juan Santamaria International Airport, with scenic views of Sarchi, Grecia, and Alajuela Downtown. This is an excellent option for potential clients looking for a very private, natural, and relaxing environment, where you can enjoy incredible gardens around the 18,016 square meters of land area. The property is surrounded by coffee plantations, which is one of the most common agricultural activities in Poas, Alajuela. At the same time, this furnished family home is a good fit for the ones who love hosting private events, activities, or social gatherings, since you will have an outdoor pool with a nice Terrace next to it and a Bar with a BBQ area in the garden. In addition, the property has a guest apartment that can serve also as a Vacation Rental listing on platforms such as Airbnb or a traditional long-term rental. This is entirely separate from the main home, keeping privacy and available space for the future owner. In regards to construction and architecture details, the design of this property takes advantage of natural lighting and cross ventilation. Also, It has multiple types of wood, concrete walls, and elegant finishes. Overall, the construction status of this property is excellent and ready to be occupied by the next owner. Besides the multiple pluses mentioned before, this property stands out in terms of energy and connectivity, since it has an electric plant generator, fiber-optic internet, and a solar water heater to reduce electricity bills on hot water consumption.

Grecia Peaceful Home is a magnificent home for those who value the quiet, convenience, and abundance of green areas near an urban center with incredible potential; since the property is located less than 10 minutes' drive away from Grecia downtown, one of the fastest-growing cantons outside the Central Valley, where free zones, shopping centers, and residential developments are currently being built. Next to the gate that enters the property, there is a beautiful fig tree; where the land has a natural fence that maintains the ecosystem that characterizes each corner, guaranteeing privacy and security. It has a large land of 2,143m2, where you will see fruit trees of all types; as well as flowers and plants that adorn every corner of its vast gardens. At the same time, the property has privileged views towards the Central Volcanic Mountain Range, being able to admire volcanoes such as Poás, Irazú, and Barva. The 350m2 construction has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and a design strategically made to take advantage of the existing surface, the enjoyment of the scenic views, and the possibility of accessing each floor of the property with a vehicle since there is a large space that serves as parking areas to host all types of activities and celebrations. Its main entrance has a wooden door with a great presence, which connects the living room, office, and secondary rooms. The social area revolves around the upper floor, including a terrace that connects with the garden, living room, dining room, and a second terrace that has a balcony from where you can enjoy the best views that the property offers; as well as the kitchen, laundry room, guest bathroom and master bedroom. The construction is surrounded by a path that allows you to enjoy the practice of recreational activities; as well as having a large space suitable for those who love pets.

Main House: the house offers 2 floors and 4 bedrooms. The lobby entrance is followed by an ample interior social area made of formal living room, formal dining room, 1/2 visitors bathroom and bar. You find the large master bedroom with access to the terrace and very large master bathroom with walk-in closet. On the second floor you will find a bedroom with private full bathroom and a multipurpose room that can be used as an additional bedroom, office, etc. The house offers a chefs kitchen, an ample office next to the kitchen (also can be turned into any type of additional room that you need), a family dining and living room area with fireplace, and in a second floor a large library with floor to roof built in cabinets. You will also find another two bedrooms with full bathroom (currently used as an apartment with small living area, bedroom area and the bathroom). The exterior of the house offers a large covered terrace, connected to the garden and swimming pool. Behind the main house there are huge sugar cane and coffee fields where you can exercise your dogs. The whole property is surrounded by fincas. The Garage/Workshop: was individually designed by the present owner. It contains Working benches, large construction tables on wheels and loads of storage cupboards. It is equipped all kinds of electric machinery and tools. By moving the large construction tables on wheels one can get still to big cars into the Garage. The garage doors are with remote control. The owners wife used this room also as a studio for her paintings. There is even a stereo music center installed. The garden: About 9000 m² of garden have been medium cultivated. One part is a fruit garden with 3 different Banana-, 2 diff. Lemon-, 2 Orange- and various Mango, Papayas, Mandarin-, Starfruit- and Coconut-trees. Around the main house there are quite big lawn areas and a side terrace with view to the west with beautiful sun sets. There is a flower garden in front of the pool and going down to the lake there are lots of palm and pine trees. Approx. 9000 m² right in front of the garden bellow the terrace, which is a very steep slope is kept wild. This was bought in order that nobody can build there and obstruct the most incredible view. Water system: This system gives you a backup for 3 weeks in the dry summers for irrigation and drinking water. The pool can be filled up from the storage tank just by gravity as well as the lake below that means - there is no pumping required. The Caretaker house: The separate gardeners/care taker house approx. 60 m² (700 square feet) has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with shower and a living room with a fully equipped kitchen. Television, Stereo and washing machine. The house is fully furnished. Underneath the gardeners house there is a 60 m² (700 square feet) bodega which contains all the gardening machinery, tools and other equipment. Part of this bodega will be converted this winter to a small fitness room. About 12 mtrs below the main house there is a natural terrace of about 800 m². On this terrace there is a 150 feet long shallow lake and a 100 m² house with large glass sliding doors at the front. It has all water and electricity connection. All walls are lined in natural wood and the floor is tiled. This house and the lake was used by the present owner as a museum for his model ships and to run the models by remote control in the lake. The house and this area can be easily converted to a guest house with large terrace and an incredible view. Additional lot included in the sales price: 5,400 m² lot. The lot is terraced. There is electricity, water from the municipality, cable TV and Internet. Permission has been granted to build a 600 m², 2 story house. Opposite of the lot (other side of the river) there natural reserve with beautiful trees. The private road is very quiet and save. From the lot you see the house on top of the mountain.

Located on the slopes of Poas Volcano, 4.3 miles from downtown San Pedro de Poas, with paved road to the farm. It has an area of 4 hectares (9.8 acres), enjoying one of the most beautiful landscapes in the Central Valley. With a 2000 square feet cottage of, fully equipped (telephone, cable, electricity, potable water), three bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, kitchen, office, laundry room, terrace, garage for two vehicles and two warehouses . It has external lighting. Beautiful and well kept gardens and areas, approximately 800 trees - - forest, ornamental and fruit trees- garden area, water rights for

Beautiful farm with coffee cultivation located in Naranjo Alajuela, on a plot of 57,214 m2, the property has hills that allow great use and panoramic views on the high hills, the property has a river that is used to irrigate coffee crops . The construction has an area of 1,000 m2, the colonial-style main house was built on one level and has three large bedrooms, walk-in closets, two large double bathrooms, an additional full bathroom, a spacious living room, and an independent kitchen with kitchen countertops. granite, wooden furniture, as well as a large pantry. On the same level there is an office, a gym area and a spacious terrace with a fireplace. The large garage allows indoor parking for up to 4 cars Among the luxury finishes, fine woods, high ceilings, aluminum windows that imitate wood, granite countertops in the kitchen and solid wood doors, among others, stand out. It is offered with a high quality sound system throughout the house. Security equipment, video, alarm, and connectivity to telecommunications services. It has electricity and drinking water services. It also has a totally independent laundry area, drying area and an additional bathroom for staff. On the lower level there is an extensive games area with a pool table, a wine cellar and a very spacious full bathroom. Outside it has a basketball court and gardens around it. Outside the house there is a large ranch for BBQ of more than 100 m2 covered, with electricity, drinking water, gas grill, fireplace, and with excellent finishes. In a sector of the farm there is another area designed in a rustic style for BBQ on the banks of the river. In addition, the farm has a house for the foreman, with a construction area of 110 m2 and is made up of 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, dining room and laundry room.

Built in Nature, San Ramón This property in San Ramón is up for sale, fully furnished, and it comes with all the perks of the surrounding area. Sitting at an elevation of 3,600 feet (1,100m) above sea level, the ocean view is stunning. You can enjoy watching ships arriving at the Puntarenas port and cruise ships setting sail during high tide. The location is central, just one hour from Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO), Costa Rica's main airport. Also, within an hour, you'll find the Puntarenas port. Within a 2-hour drive, you can reach Marina Los Sueños to the southwest and Fortuna de San Carlos to the north. This property consists of two lots, totaling 2.47 acres (10,011 m2) of land and 3,304 sqft (307m2) of construction. The high ceilings create a sense of spaciousness, especially in the living room. The open-concept kitchen lets you prepare meals with an ocean view. On the same floor as the living room and kitchen, you'll find the master bedroom. The master bedroom has ceilings almost 20 feet (6m) high and an incredible view from sunrise to sunset. Living in Costa Rica is all about the experience, and this master bedroom is well-designed with a huge walk-in closet, direct access to the laundry, and an amazing outdoor shower for a private experience. Additionally, on this floor, there's an open space that can be used as an office, extra bedroom, or entertainment area. On the lower level, there's a specially designed suite for visitors. It includes a full bedroom with a complete bathroom and a closet. There's a spacious living area that opens to a private terrace with a spectacular view of the gulf. The property has a special 1,500-gallon water storage system and a water heater available in all faucets throughout the house. The residential community where the house is located is exclusive, with only 24 lots and 12 houses. It has a controlled access main entrance for added security.

La Kandela is located at close to 5,000 ft. As a result, the climate is temperate throughout the year, with temperatures typically within the daily range 50 – 80 F. Heating and air conditioning are both unnecessary. The property lies on the north side of the Central Valley and is rural, with interesting wild life, but at the same time is within 30 minutes of the San Jose International Airport and is in easy reach of world class medical and dental facilities. The principal property has 3 bedrooms, with ensuite bathrooms, while a well-separated guest house has a further 2 bedrooms, both ensuite. The properties are situated on 4 acres of land with views to Volcan Barva (extinct) and wooded slopes. House and ground maintenance services are currently shared with neighbours, and can probably be continued, if so desired. The main house has a large fireplace and a ceiling with cedar beams in its living room. The large master bedroom has a bathroom and walking closet. The secondary bedroom also has its own bathroom. On the ground floor, there is a spacious office with a bathroom and a large bedroom with a bathroom. It has impeccable finishes; such as: PVC windows, clay tile roof, granite countertops, Spanish ceramic floors, wrought iron railings, cedar and teak ceilings, as well as solid wood doors and furniture, as well as bedroom floors. Across the river from the property and facing the street is a large 8,641 m2 plot that is planted with coffee trees. This area can be integrated into the sale and offer opportunities for coffee cultivation or possible commercial development on its street frontage. Purchased together, they are available for US $1,600,000

Splendid villa with ocean views Located in the Blue Flag (clean beach price), the seaside town of Playa Hermosa, gated community of Mar Vista, Pacific Northwest. Villa Vista Mar offers an exclusive and private resort with panoramic ocean views. Two lots each with more than 1+ acres. Just 30 minutes from Liberia International Airport and a short drive from the full-service beach community of Playas Del Coco. Playa Hermosa services are available; markets, small cinema, miniature golf, artisan shops, many colorful restaurants and bars, rental of aquatic equipment, rental of sailing and fishing boats. Nestled in the Hermosa hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the villa offers 3 fully furnished structures: the main villa with 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a large covered terrace off the pool, a huge covered outdoor dining area with barbecue and service and storage areas, 12 seats. Each room has a covered balcony with ocean views. The second structure has a two-car garage on the first level and a one bedroom apartment with ocean views on the second level. The third structure on the lower lot has a two-car garage on the first level and a one bedroom apartment with ocean views on the second level. The villa is superbly furnished with custom and imported light fixtures and fans. The first level has a well-designed floor plan with all the entertainment areas open to each other. The rooms are very spacious with several beds and ample storage space. Price: $2,700,000 Confidential File Contact 7/7 days from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mr Scaduto Bernard Tel: +33(0) 6.62 221 314 Mail: [email protected] Our Commercial Consultant Partner, on site remains at your disposal to accompany you Real estate agency specialized for 40 years in the sale of prestigious properties and luxury properties on Corsica, in Paris, in France and internationally KALLISTE PROPERTIES INTERNATIONAL LUXURY REAL ESTATE offers a wide choice of Prestigious Properties and Apartments, Waterfront Villas, throughout the Porto-Vecchio region, Corsica, the Continent and International & YACHTS & JETS & CHARTERSWebsite : www.kalliste-properties.com - Website : www.yachtsjetscharters.com - MIAMI PRESTIGE : Penthouse Collection Miami - Website : corsica-properties-collection-international.com KALLISTE PROPERTIES INTERNATIONAL LUXURY REAL ESTATE puts at your disposal a selection of exceptional real estate

UNIQUELY SPECTACULAR – NEARLY 100 ACRE PROPERTY NEAR EMPTY BEACHES This ideal property features a custom 2 story home, guest house and a large swimming pool all on almost 100 acres of virgin forests, planted fruit trees and 5000 plantation teak trees. This home is situated and constructed to enjoy the incredible views of the mountains, valleys and large bay below 1 ½ kilometers away. The home provides 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, an office den, an exercise room, large dining area, a chef’s kitche with large pantry, a music room with a grand piano and a second floor sala with 20ft ceilings all walled-in with glass. The views from the sala and the walk-around are breathtaking as seen in the accompanying videos. Steps below the main house is the large swimming pool and patio. The surrounding land (37 hectares – 91.5acres) has a variety of topography and is ideal for several large view homesites. There are two registered water wells on the property as well. This property is only 8 minutes to the local airport with several flights a day to and from San Jose and other Costa Rican cities. The 3 mile-long pristine beach that runs along Tambor Bay (Bahia Ballena) is only a few minutes away as well. There are several nearby shops and restaurants and the towns of Cobano and Paquera are just 20 minutes away with full services. This is a unique property in it’s quality, location and the possiblities for the surrounding land. The price is confirmed by a professional appraiser who documents the reasoning behind the price. This would be perfect for a corporation to have a showplace meeting and relaxing retreat or the estate home of a family seeking comfort, beauty, security and quality.

While this lovely home is over 500m2 of construction on over 7´000m2 of land, it feels comfortable and cozy. Built in 2012 after being designed by a reference architect, this home sits in the fresh mountains of Santa Bárbara de Heredia with impressive views to the Central Valley. Outiside the hustle and bustle of the city yet not far, boasting fresh cool air year-round, and easy access to the international airport, this home is an oasis of calm. The Views and Orchard Home includes three bedrooms and 3.5 baths, as well as full service quarters. Comfortably built on only one level, the central area of the house includes the living room that spills onto a great covered terrace. The property slopes down, where the gardens include fruit trees of all kinds, an in-ground lawn sprinkler system and exterior programmed lighting. The community focuses on green, and all homes in this section sit on at least 7´000m2 of land, allowing complete privacy and Independence while being in a privileged gated community with perimeter fencing and 24-7 security.

Reference number: 19884The WoodsFor sale: $1,555,000 Listing agent: Rita MontoyaBasic data: Department (Province):  Heredia Municipality (Canton): Barva Commune (District): San José de la Montaña Useful area (total built area) m2: 492 Plot area (land) m2: 28,255 Bedrooms: 5 Full bathroom: 5 Half guest bathrooms: no Service room with bathroom: 3 Office: 1 Private Pool: yes  Construction year:  Additional links:Property description: When we imagine a property in the mountains that fulfills everything that can be a wonderful cabin in the middle of a farm, this is the right property.  Its location in the beautiful geography of San Jose de la Montaña with spectacular views of the Central Valley, is simply breathtaking.  Its perfectly designed gardens frame this property in such a way that everything seems tailor made and with the best taste.  The house has the style of a mountain cabin but has several aspects of modernity that are rarely found in this type of property.  Its heated swimming pool, covered sundeck with dressing room and bathroom, large covered deck terrace, the main house and the guest house are some of the most complete facilities that this property enjoys.  Simply The Woods is a gift of nature with ideal infrastructure.The estate is accessed through an electrified gate, with reinforced security through perimeter cameras for the 8 houses that are located within the property.  Each house has its own independent access as well as its own perimeter wall.  In the case of Finca The Woods, the beautiful fence was made to have the same language that is used in other design elements, where manú wood trunks give it that special gray color and extraordinary durability.A very cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace, built-in wooden furniture and double height ceilings welcome us as a prelude to this place full of wonderful details.  A kitchen with all the necessary appliances such as stove and oven, dishwasher, extractor, microwave and refrigerator together with the dining room form the ideal place to enjoy from a hot chocolate to the best of prepared dishes.  Two secondary bedrooms are located on this first level, where two bunk beds (4 single beds) have been placed and in the other room a bunk bed with a full bed downstairs and a single bed upstairs.  Both have a bathroom shared by both rooms.  The master bedroom is on the second floor and has a king size bed; all the walls are lined with wood like most of the house, thus fulfilling that special look of a unique mountain atmosphere.  The balcony has a view that will take your breath away and is the perfect frame for an unforgettable postcard.The guest house has two rooms, one with a queen bed + sleeping bed and the other with two cabins with 4 single beds in total. Two full bathrooms serve this guest house, where its surrounding covered corridors provide plenty of recreational and private space. The laundry room is located in this same space and has a washer and dryer already installed. The entire property has cable internet access with excellent coverage.The large terrace with a deck floor was covered in 2018 to give it a contemporary and welcoming architectural design. They have awning-type blinds to control the climate as well as vertical heaters. The BBQ area is a paradise for those who like to entertain their family and guests with different forms of cooking: pizza oven, WEBER BBQ and smoker (for slow cooking meats), wine cooler and ice maker. This space is ideal for living with small to quite large groups, all with access to the spectacular gardens of the estate, the heated pool with electricity and the beautiful covered gazebo with its own dressing room and bathroom, a design that makes it ideal for everyone to use the pool without having to enter the house wet. The Jacuzzi with massage jets can be turned on an hour in advance to reach its ideal temperature. Both have salt water for noticeable skin benefits.Other constructions that the property has:• House of employees. This construction has 3 rooms and the family of workers has helped with the house for many years. • She-shed or office: this wonderful space with glass windows to enjoy the exceptional view and with wooden doors that give it a very cozy look. It can be used for an office, a hobby space or a reading corner. They have a very functional and easily accessible side storage cellar, like a walk-in closet. • Dollhouse: as we all imagine the ideal place for games, built on top of a mature tree. • Covered and closed spaces for storage of tools and firewood for internal use. • A water source within the property guarantees the supply of pure water privately. (The property has more than 9000 m2 of forest, in which there is a spring that supplies water to the house) • There are two hot water tanks, one in the main cabin and one in the guest house. • The property does not have a treatment plant, it has septic tanks. • The garden has an irrigation system.About the location: The location brings together the best of two worlds: a life in the countryside, with views, outstanding landscapes and that fresh air that we all long for. Its proximity to almost a kilometer from the center of San José de la Montaña provides the comforts of having mini-supermarkets and services to go for a walk. The entire area is wooded, with first class houses around it and distances with paved access streets for a quick arrival from the capital or simply to start a beautiful walk. The well-known El Tirol restaurant is less than 25 minutes away by car. The Auto Mercado chain is located in Barva de Heredia where you can drive there in about 20 minutes. It also has a highly recommended spa 12 minutes from the property that also has entertainment venues.Additional information about the price: All appliances are included, along with the washer and dryer. The current furniture of the house can be negotiated in detail. Personal items and art are not included.

The Wilderness Retreat in the Mountain is a luxurious house located in the serene and picturesque San José de la Montaña, Heredia, Costa Rica. This stunning property offers a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of Costa Rica's mountainous region while enjoying the finest in luxury living. A guest house with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom is included when you buy this house. The property boasts exquisite craftsmanship, from the intricate exterior stonework to the elegant interior furnishings and specially selected wood. The house features spacious living areas that are perfect for entertaining guests, including a formal living room, dining room, and family room. The kitchen features a spacious place with excellent equipment which is included. The master suite is a true oasis, featuring a luxurious spa-like bathroom with a Jacuzzi and a large walk-in closet. The house has two spacious bedrooms, providing ample space for families and guests. The third floor is where the magic happens at any time of the day. The greatest views from de property to many places of the Metropolitan Area. This space can be used as a second living room with an office space. The outdoor area is equally impressive, with stunning views of the city below and the surrounding mountains. The terrace is perfect for outdoor dining, relaxing, or hosting gatherings with friends and family. The house also features a pool that can be uncovered by the buyer, a sauna, and a beautifully landscaped garden, providing a serene and private oasis with a small terrace away from the house to enjoy an afternoon of being in touch with nature and yourself. The Wilderness Retreat in the Mountain is the perfect place for those seeking the ultimate in luxury of living in a peaceful and picturesque setting. This property is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of paradise in one of the most beautiful regions of Costa Rica.

In the mountains of Heredia, this modern home with views of the setting sun to the West sits in a high-end, quiet gated community of oversized lots with lots of green. Built just over a year ago (construction finished in 2020), this modern home is a great-looking house using exposed concrete, oversized floor tiles, glass and wood, and taking in lots of natural light through the large floor to ceiling windows throughout. Color and wood beam ceilings give it some warmth, and the kitchen, just off the dining room table for 12, acts as the focal point for the house just as it should! The beautiful kitchen takes in lots of natural light, has subway tile backsplash, and the dark blue-green cabinetry with wood countertop against the silver of the stainless steel appliances make it a great place to be as a family, or entertain guests before moving out to the dining and living areas. By the way, the pantry off the kitchen is almost a full-sized room! Conveniently, there is a bedroom on the main floor, allowing for all living to be done on the primary living level of the home. However, the rest of the bedrooms are on the upper level, where the master suite with double sink and double shower and a great terrace to the West and views to the South provide for an amazing bedroom. The lower level of the house, which is accesible by car as is the primary level (middle level) of the house given the slope of the terrain, is currently a large open space. This can be converted into a garage, a game room, more bedrooms or more storage. This level also includes service quarters, laundry area, storage, and a dog pen. The homesite is over 7´000m2 (almost 2 acres) and is a blank slate for a stunning tropical garden to be designed and brought to life!

Reference number: 19927Villa La CatarataFor sale: $1,350,000 Listing agent Andrea GuillenLocation:  Santa Barbara de HerediaConstruction area:  650 m2 Lot size: 10,000 m2  Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5.5 Garage: 2 Parking spaces:  8 Number of floors: 3 Year built: 2008 View type:  Mountain, lake, waterfall, river, and city views Category:  •    Single family homes •    Villas/haciendas/ranchesDescription:Exterior features:  Home Theater. Caretaker house.  Living room with chimney.  Alarm system. External illumination. Sophisticated audio and video system.  Internet.Built by: Constructora DIASA. Suitable for: private home, boutique hotel, bed & breakfast, retreat center, wellness center, spa, retirement home, vacation home, second home, weekend homeDescription:This stunning chalet style architectural home is surrounded by incredible natural beauty in a prime Heredia location, and provides the homeowner with a perfect mountain retreat. Exquisite craftsmanship in fine woods and attention to the finest details are evident throughout this 5-bedroom home. The house was meant for entertaining and features a spacious great room with chimney and two game areas, gourmet kitchen, and family room with home theater. All the bedrooms of the house offer magnificent views and open to connect outside through balconies and large windows. Natural outdoor features include a breathtaking waterfall that can be admired from the balcony of the living room, a lake, primary forest and trails around the property.  Santa Barbara is the county number 4 in the province of Heredia, Costa Rica. The county is part of Greater Metropolitan Area. This area enjoys of a mountain lifestyle at only 20 to 30 minutes from all kinds of first-class services and the International Airport Juan Santamaria.

La Joya Estate is a majestic property located in the mountainous area of ​​San Rafael de Heredia; This is probably one of the most impressive residences in the entire province due to its elegance, dimensions and unique touch in every corner. Without a doubt, it is a privileged area, with an abundance of utility services such as water and electricity, scenic views to the Central Valley and the mountains that completely decorate its surroundings. In addition, it is located just 20 minutes drive from Heredia Downtown, one of the most important urban centers in Costa Rica, with a huge offer of government institutions, financial entities, shopping centers, restaurants, museums, hospitals and educational centers. Part of the incalculable value that this property offers is incorporated with the lifestyle that allows you to fully enjoy the mountain climate, the pure air, the peaceful environment as well as the harmonious sound of a river that passes next to the property, obtaining an exceptional balance between having everything you need within a few minutes without being in a crowded area and surrounded by lots of nature instead. Regarding its distribution and dimensions, it has a huge land area of ​8,504m2 and a total building area of ​​788m2 composed of a residence with a master bedroom that has an office included and access to the outside terrace, 3 secondary rooms, 1 service room, 4 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms; as well as a secondary house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms; and finally, a workshop separate from both homes, ideal for maintenance work, storage of tools and machinery. Moreover, there is an exceptional offer to get a 9,810 m2 lot for an additional amount of $605,000.00 USD, which is next to the main property, offering the possibility of having an immensity of available land, in which the future possibilities are infinite. Part of the exclusiveness offered by this residence comes with a private and secure environment; since it is part of Residencial La Joya, a gated community with 6 different large properties only, where access is controlled exclusively by each of the owners. Access is through an elegant electric gate with bars, where upon entering you can see the imposing entrance to the main residence, adorned with exterior finishes, an indoor space for visitors. In general, this residence mixes contemporary and rustic architecture styles, bringing out its warm colors both outside and inside the property, where the high ceilings and fine wood finishes such as almond wood beams, hawk wood ceiling, and ash furniture stand out; as well as doors and windows made of cedar wood. The living room area is an ideal space to showcase works of art, something that characterizes properties of this profile and that also stands out for having a wooden fireplace, definitely a must while having a luxurious house in the middle of the mountains. Separately, there is a comfortable dining space with a beautiful view of the front garden; as well as a kitchen area next to it designed in a triangular style between refrigerator, kitchen and island with direct access to the terrace, indoor garage for two vehicles with attic, service room and laundry room. The social area is probably the favorite space for guests since throughout this space it is possible to enjoy scenic views of the Central Valley and the impeccable gardens having thousands of available square meters of land. It consists of an outdoor space for BBQ; as well as a terrace covered by large windows with dining sets, a meeting space, a gas fireplace for greater ease, a secondary room and a very complete bar with direct access to the garden area. All of this is pretty much the perfect combination for those who love to be the best hosts and perform all kinds of activities.

Located in the Bosque de la Hoja area in San Rafael de Heredia, known for its beautiful landscapes, its cool climate and its aroma of cypress, you will find this cozy chalet. On its first level there is a living room area with a fireplace that is especially practical on cold evenings and nights. Next to the living room is the spacious kitchen with its large counter ideal for entertaining guests. On this level you’ll also find the main room with its private bathroom. On its second level we have 3 bedrooms that share a full bathroom and a cellar space. The villa is located on a 2,207 m2 lot surrounded by aromatic plants, trees and an organic garden space. At the back of the garden we find a gazebo which can be accessed by a little path surrounded by lush hydrangeas. An ideal place to spend a coffee afternoon. The chalet has an adjoining warehouse and laundry area, as well as a 2-vehicle covered parking space.

Life in a postcard. Picture- perfect. Located in Atenas, considered as one of the best places to live on Earth, and at only 30 minutes from San Jose´s international airport. This Italian inspired villa is a three bedroom and six bathroom house built in 2018. This home is a work of art, designed and built by an internationally renowned architect. The villa allows for both privacy and entertaining from couples to huge parties, and never sacrifices on absolute quality. Stunning views of the valley below are appreciated throughout the house, and no matter the room or terrace you are in, luxury, opulence, and extravagance surround you in this masterpiece perched on a ridge. Designer decor from the front door to the last guest bath. This property achieves an impressive seamlessness between indoor and outdoor living, with living rooms and kitchens spilling over onto the pool deck and never actually being a closed space, perhaps as close to living in a resort as you can get without actually living in a resort. The main living quarters include a double master suite with closets and comfortable bathrooms, luxury marble floors, and amazing décor. A fully independent guest house with private terrace is included on the property, as are gardens, a petting zoo, and views you can´t get enough of. Feel on top of the world in the world´s best climate and one the country´s most extravagant and luxurious homes.