Home for sale in La Fortuna, San Carlos

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About this property

This property spans 63,677 m² (15.7 acres) of regenerated land located near Chachagua. Its distinctive architecture and natural surroundings offer a variety of potential uses. The location is just 5 minutes from downtown Chachagua, 20 minutes from La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano, and about 2.5 hours from San José International Airport, providing a mix of accessibility and seclusion. The main residence occupies an 18,276 m² section of the land and features approximately 180 m² of interior space, complemented by a 120 m² covered wraparound terrace and outdoor utility areas. Recently renovated, the home showcases a unique combination of German engineering, African influence, and Costa Rican building traditions. Its circular design, elevated perimeter, and continuous veranda promote natural ventilation, reducing the need for air conditioning while enhancing the connection to the outdoors. The interior spaces are open and expressive, featuring custom wood ceilings and individually crafted structural elements. The layout includes a main bedroom, a mezzanine sleeping area, two bathrooms, and flexible living areas that can adapt to various uses or configurations. Additionally, a newly built two-story guest cabin (2025) adds approximately 24 m² of interior space, along with a 25 m² patio and an attached bodega. This cabin includes its own kitchenette, porch, and balcony, making it suitable as a guesthouse, rental unit, studio, or private workspace. At the front of the property, a separate café structure of approximately 125 m² presents further opportunities. Although it requires renovation, the existing layout includes parking, a gazebo-style seating area, and a separate building with bathrooms and a shower, making it ideal for a small café, workshop venue, retreat space, or other commercial or community-oriented use. The property is part of a biological corridor, featuring mature forest, established gardens, and regular wildlife sightings, including sloths, howler monkeys, toucans, owls, and various bird species. Private access to both the Chachagua River and Quebrada Pequeca enhances the natural features, offering shaded areas, flowing water, and multiple spots to enjoy the surroundings. The property is subdivided into nine titled plots, providing flexibility for further development, resale, or expansion. Several additional building sites are available, making it suitable for a multi-home compound or retreat concept. Overall, this property combines a strong sense of place with practical versatility, functioning as a private residence immersed in nature, a small-scale hospitality or retreat project, a creative or wellness space, or a multi-family compound with room to grow.

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Location

La Fortuna, San Carlos, Alajuela · approximate location