luxury houses with panoramic view for sale San Rafael, Costa Rica

Property-RC1821 This spectacular residence, built in 2008 by renowned architect Ernesto Arias Clare, is located in a privileged mountainous area of Heredia and offers stunning panoramic views of the Central Valley. With 1,300 m² of construction on a plot of 7,000 m², the property combines high-level architectural design, luxury finishes and a functional layout designed for comfort and privacy. On the main floor there is an elegant lobby, spacious living room, dining room, half guest bathroom, integrated open concept kitchen, and a large terrace overlooking the valley. The infinity pool, with its own half bath, completes this ideal space for entertaining and relaxation. The house has four bedrooms, each with unique characteristics. The master bedroom has a walk-in closet, bathroom with double shower, double sink and separate toilet, as well as private access to the pool and solarium. It also includes a private office and a large mezzanine that functions as a TV room and office. The second bedroom, apartment type, has a kitchen, living and dining room, full bathroom, private office, mezzanine that serves as a bedroom, additional half bathroom and walk-in closet. On the sublevel are located the laundry room, maid's room with full bathroom, a large storage room with additional bathroom, and garage with capacity for three vehicles. Finally, two suite-type rooms, both generously sized, have a walk-in closet and a full bathroom with sink, shower and separate toilet. These suites share a large terrace with direct access to the garden. The property is surrounded by beautiful carefully landscaped gardens, offering a natural and tranquil environment, ideal for those looking for luxury, privacy and contact with nature.

Luxury mountainside living in an independent property with quick access to Santa Ana and Escazú. Casa El Pazo offers a fresh natural environment with meticulous finishes that include wood beams in triple-height ceilings. The multilevel home enjoys nature and mountain views with expansive windows and balconies throughout the home. Designed by renowned artists Jorge Muñoz and Zurcher, Casa Paseo de la Loma boasts a heated pool next to a covered terrace, an independent guest bedroom and a wine lover's cellar. Located in Brasil de Mora, the property also includes manicured gardens with tall palm trees, fountains and a soccer field, safely surrounded by an electrified fence. The main gate of Casa El Pazo follows a cobbled driveway bordered by four tall palm trees. Landscaped gardens frame the stone detailing and extensive space around the house. A set of double doors with a stone frame welcomes to a triple-height foyer with wood beams and expansive windows, a perfect introduction to the home. Wide, marble steps guide to one side connecting to the social and kitchen area and in the other direction to the private bedrooms. Directly ahead, Casa El Pazo's living room boasts expansive windows in high ceilings and access to two balconies through sliding doors, one of them overlooking the pool area and its city views. The social areas of Casa El Pazo are spacious and independent with high vaulted ceilings and surrounded by large windows that provide natural ventilation and lots of light. These areas include the living room, formal dining room with vaulted ceilings, large kitchen with large island and dining room, and TV room.The kitchen at Casa El Pazo offers a spacious area with wood beams in the ceiling. It revolves around a central counter, ideal for breakfast or informal meals for up to six people. Two doors connect to a beautiful BBQ area, boasting a stone wall and wood beams that support a transparent roof that lets natural light in. The L-shaped design extends to a balcony with panoramic views and that connects to the dining area. This room boasts high ceilings, brick detailing and plenty of natural light. It offers a more intimate and private space for formal occasions. One of Casa El Pazo's most distinguished areas is the heated swimming pool surrounded by peaceful garden views. Next to this area, a breathtaking terrace is a great spot to share and entertain with vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams and a multi-level distribution. The dining area integrates to a brick-detailed bar and to a living room, opening to a balcony and to the pool.Back inside the home and before entering the private area of Casa El Pazo, a family TV room with wood floors offers an ideal private space.This area opens through two sets of glass sliding doors to a small terrace and a soothing fountain. Wood stairs guide up to private area where each of the three secondary bedrooms offers a walk-in closet, balcony and bathroom. They are ample, decorated with wallpapers and with wood floors. Casa El Pazo's master suite is framed by a delicate wood veneer and offers access to two balconies, one of them equipped with a romantic Jacuzzi with stone detailing and an open distribution. The master bathroom offers two sinks and an elegant ambience blending marble veneer with natural stone countertops.In addition, the house offers a very ample wine cellar that boasts wood ceilings, brick detailing and a tasting area equipped with a sink and a glassware cabinet. Guests will be able to experience Casa El Pazo at a full extent by staying in a guest bedroom that offers an independent entrance and a full bathroom.Casa El Pazo is located in Brasil de Mora, a tranquil area away from the bustling city but near enough to enjoy the top-quality services, restaurants and schools the areas of Santa Ana and Escazú offer.

Grand views and wood-detailed elegance in great Heredia location. Heredia Vista al Valle Home is a stunning luxury property that perfectly captures the essence of a private, elegant, and sophisticated lifestyle. This magnificent house is nestled in the mountains of San Rafael de Heredia, offering panoramic mountain and city views of the Central Valley that are truly breathtaking. With a classic design, the home sits on a 2-hectare lot (5 acres), opening the possibility of building up to two more large houses. Heredia Vista al Valle Home is just minutes away from the commercial area, providing the perfect combination of privacy and practicality.As you enter Heredia Vista al Valle Home, the main entrance hall creates a grand welcome, leading to the living room, dining room, bar area, terrace and kitchen, featuring wooden furniture and granite countertops. The natural light that floods the space through the large windows highlights the beautiful wooden finishes that add elegance and sophistication throughout the house in a timeless manner. The half-moon bar is a unique feature that adds to the overall grandeur of the property, topped off by the breathtaking panoramic views provided.Heredia Vista al Valle Home’s social area of the house features a cozy fireplace, high ceilings, and striking romanesque columns that create an elegant and warm atmosphere. The terrace, with its jacuzzi and breathtaking views, is a perfect place to unwind and relax after a long day and leads to an extremely spacious landscaped garden.The private area of the home offers two master bedrooms with spacious walk-in closets and private bathroom with a jacuzzi tub. On the second floor there are also 2 secondary bedrooms that feature wooden floors organized in a unique geometric design that gives them a touch of elegance that perfectly complements the rest of the house. All bedrooms offer wooden floors and molding, and have access to a large terrace with spectacular views. There is also an office space that can be used for work or as an additional bedroom if needed.The property also features a house for the guard or gardener, with two rooms, a bathroom, kitchen, and living room. The 6-meter perimeter wall, security cameras, and private water source provide additional peace of mind. Other amenities include a storage area, maids quarters, and four water tanks.Heredia Vista al Valle Home is truly a one-of-a-kind property that embodies elegant living at its finest. With its classic design, stunning views, and wooden finishes, this house is the perfect place to call home.

Where architecture meets the elements.Perched above the popular beach of Playas del Coco, this award-winning residence—locally celebrated as “The Glass House”—is a one-of-a-kind fusion of natural beauty and contemporary design in Costa Rica. Set on a dramatic hillside, this unique home is anchored into a massive rock formation, a defining feature of its architecture. For those seeking exceptional real estate in Playas del Coco, this residence truly stands out.Designed by a landscape architect, this luxury home embraces its natural surroundings. What could have been a design challenge—a towering rock face—was transformed into a stunning focal point. The rock was not removed; instead, it was integrated. Today, it supports key structural elements and flows naturally into the living space, seamlessly blurring the lines between modern architecture and nature. This unique design makes it a standout for luxury real estate in the area.Design Philosophy and LayoutFrom the beginning, the vision for this residence was clear: create a seamless dialogue between indoor living and the powerful natural elements outside. The result is a modernist masterpiece that feels at once open, light, and deeply rooted in its environment.Glass walls and sliding panels open to panoramic views of the bay on one side and a lush protected forest on the other, creating a visual corridor between ocean and jungle.Floating rooflines supported by exposed concrete columns give the structure an airy, almost weightless presence, while also reinforcing the home’s relationship with the site.Organic integration: The home’s layout follows the natural contours of the land, with the monolithic rock formation visibly incorporated into multiple interior and exterior spaces.Textural continuity: Indoor and outdoor surfaces flow seamlessly through the use of consistent materials—polished concrete floors, natural stone, and custom wood finishes—that extend into open-air terr

Stunning contemporary mountainside home enveloped by nature. El Silencio Home in Dulce Nombre is a residence that redefines the relationship between architecture and environment. Set on a 2.6-acre property in Dulce Nombre de Tres Ríos, on the east side of Costa Rica's capital city of San José, the home blends into the surrounding landscape thanks to its contemporary style, materials, unconventional layout, and a design that prioritizes privacy and openness. It's a masterpiece by sought-after architect Rolando Barahona. The property enjoys easy access to shopping centers, bilingual schools, and entertainment centers in Tres Ríos and Curridabat.From the oversized front door, views open immediately to the main living area and the floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the gardens. The living room opens entirely to the outdoors, anchored by an industrial-style fireplace and understated pendant lighting that allows natural light and the landscape to take center stage. The space is quiet in its expression—no element competes, but rather supports a sense of connection with the environment.Natural materials such as exposed concrete, wood, and stone are used throughout the home, paired with simple linear forms and a soft palette. Glass doors open into a separate dining room that also connects to the outdoors. The kitchen is spacious and comfortable, with wood cabinetry and generous windows. A service corridor leads to the laundry room, maid’s quarters, and the garage, all on the same level for daily ease.To the left of the entry hall is the private wing of the house. A guest bathroom features a large window facing an internal garden, offering an immersive natural experience. There are two office spaces—one smaller, also with a garden view, and a larger one adjacent to the primary suite.The main bedroom sits three steps below the main floor, offering a wide-angle view of the gardens. It opens to a private terrace, and its en-suite bathroom continues the architectural language of light, natural materials, and connection to the outdoors. Features include a jacuzzi, sauna, open double shower, and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, are arranged around a cozy family TV room.The 10,795 m² lot is fully integrated with the architectural concept, featuring mature vegetation and room for expansion. Adjacent lots are also available for purchase, making this a unique opportunity for those seeking even more space and privacy.Dulce Nombre de Tres Ríos is a hillside residential area just minutes from the urban center of Tres Ríos. Known for its fresh air, proximity to supermarkets like Automercado, and respected schools such as Franco Costarricense and Saint Clare, the area offers excellent connectivity to Cartago and San José—making it one of the most balanced residential zones in Costa Rica’s eastern Central Valley.

Nestled amidst breathtaking natural surroundings, this charming independent house provides a warm and rustic living experience in the east side of Costa Rica's Central Valley mountains. With three spacious bedrooms and unparalleled panoramic views, Mountain Retreat in Tres Ríos offers an inviting mountain oasis. Situated on over 2 acres of land and featuring a single-story layout, this home invites you to disconnect from the daily hustle and immerse yourself in mountain serenity.As you step into Mountain Retreat in Tres Ríos, the living room captivates with its wood details adorning frames, shelves, and ceilings. Its expansive windows offer unparalleled panoramic views of the valley and surrounding mountains, connecting you with nature from the comfort of your home. These views extend to a spacious terrace, seamlessly merging indoor and outdoor living spaces.The kitchen at Mountain Retreat is a culinary enthusiast's dream, fully equipped and open-concept. Featuring dark wooden cabinets elegantly contrasting with warm tones of yellow and green, this kitchen portrays classical design perfectly. A practical island adds functionality and style to this gathering space.The private area of Mountain Retreat encompasses a TV room and three generous bedrooms, each boasting wooden details that infuse warmth and character. The master bedroom bathes in natural light, while the secondary bedrooms share a bathroom and provide a cozy retreat for rest and relaxation. All rooms feature windows for natural illumination and textured walls that add personality to each one.Outside Mountain Retreat in Tres Ríos, a remarkably spacious, wood-detailed independent structure becomes the heart of fun and relaxation, complete with a full kitchen, bar, and entertainment area equipped with a poker table and billiards. With large windows framing stunning views and ample outdoor seating areas, this space is perfect for family and social gatherings. Additionally, it includes a half bathroom for added convenience.Surrounded by lush greenery and panoramic views, Mountain Retreat in Tres Ríos offers the perfect blend of rustic luxury and modern comforts. Its equestrian facilities at the lower level complete the property for horse enthusiasts.Located just 15 minutes from downtown Tres Ríos just east of San José, Mountain Retreat enjoys the convenience of city proximity while immersing you in mountain tranquility. This home is an invitation to savor the beauty and serenity of Costa Rica while transporting you to a traditional past. It's the perfect retreat for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and find peace in nature, all while being close to urban amenities.