Perched on a lush hillside in the serene mountain community of Santa Juana, this fully furnished, turn-key estate offers a rare combination of privacy, natural abundance, and modern comfort. With sweeping views of the Pacific coastline of Manuel Antonio framed by an endless canopy of tropical jungle.
The property comprises two independent homes set on over 11 acres of fertile, food-producing land, surrounded by nature trails, a private ravine, and year-round mountain springs. Whether you’re seeking a private family retreat, a dual-income rental property, or the foundation for an eco-lodge or wellness centre, this estate delivers on every level.
The Residences
Main House: Craftsman Bungalow with Pacific Views
2,200 sq ft · 2+1 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms
A beautifully designed Craftsman-style sprawling bungalow built for tropical living at its finest. The open-concept kitchen features a generous center island, quartz countertops throughout, full appliances, a pantry, and a dedicated storage/dry room. Soaring ceilings reaching up to 14 feet create an airy, spacious atmosphere throughout.
The principal suite is a true retreat, complete with built-in his & her closets, a 5-piece ensuite with walk-in shower, soaker tub, and double vanity. The extended balcony is the crown jewel: an unobstructed view of the Pacific coastline of Manuel Antonio and the rolling mountain jungle below. Solar panels, a battery backup system, and high-speed business internet ensure you never have to compromise on modern comforts.
La Casita: Costa Rican-Style Guest Home with Sunset Views
750 sq ft · 2 Bedrooms · 1 Bathroom
A charming and fully self-contained Costa Rican-style casita, perfect as a guest suite, vacation rental, or caretaker residence. The home features a full kitchen, 4-piece bathroom, living room, and two private balconies. One framing the mountain landscape, one opening toward ocean views to the west. In the evenings, the covered veranda becomes the perfect perch to watch the sky turn gold over the Pacific.
Infrastructure & Utilities
The property is thoughtfully equipped for both comfort and self-sufficiency:
- Oversized 750 sq ft Garage with 240V power: ideal for a workshop, studio, or equipment storage
- Legal ASADA Water supply with year-round reliability
- Municipal Road Frontage with year-round maintenance and weekly garbage pickup
- Solar Panels & Battery Backup System for energy resilience
- High-Speed Business Internet: 99.99% uptime for remote work or hospitality operations
- 3 Acres Fully Fenced & Gated for privacy and security
- Expansion Potential: the ravine and surrounding land offer room for additional cabins, a yoga platform, or a lookout deck
A Living, Breathing Food Forest
The land is extraordinarily fertile, hosting a thriving food forest of tropical fruit trees, cash crops, and medicinal plants. Private hiking trails wind through the property and along the ravine. Current plantings include: mango, avocado, cacao, coffee, plantains, bananas, orange, tangerine, soursop, papaya, breadfruit, mamon chino, plums, cas, yuca, and sweet potato, among others.
Lifestyle & Surroundings
Adventure within 2 km:
- 3 Natural Waterfalls: crystal-clear swimming holes of Rio Rodeo & Rio Cotos
- Zip Line Canopy Tour
- ATV Tours
- Birdwatching Tours in the Fila Chonta mountain corridor
- Cacao, Coffee & Spice Tours
- Cloudmaker Nature Reserve: pristine trails and mountain springs
Your nearest neighbour (500 m away): The famous Santa Juana Rural Mountain Adventure Lodge & Nature Reserve, a world-renowned destination that draws visitors from across the globe. Their Rancho Mirador Restaurant serves traditional Campesino meals on-site. A wonderful community anchor, with the peace of a private estate right next door.
Distances:
- Quepos: 45 minutes
- Manuel Antonio: 55 minutes
- Waterfalls: 2 km
- Adventure Lodge: 500 m
The Community
Santa Juana is a safe, family-friendly, and deeply authentic Costa Rican mountain community. Far from the tourist corridors, yet close enough to everything, this is genuine pura vida living at altitude.
This property is offered fully furnished and move-in ready. Properties of this calibre, scale, and infrastructure rarely come to market. Don’t miss your opportunity to own a true piece of Costa Rica’s Pacific mountain paradise.
