Expansive 517-Acre Paradise in Tierras Morenas, Costa Rica

Property overview

At 517 acres (207 hectares) in Tierras Morenas near Baru, this property sits between 300 and 400 meters above sea level — high enough for a noticeably cooler, more comfortable climate than the coastal towns below, and close enough that Platanillo is 30 minutes away and the beaches at Dominical are reachable in a similar drive. The elevation also means fertile, organic-rich soil throughout, which makes the land well-suited for sustainable agriculture, reforestation, or permaculture alongside any residential or hospitality development.

The terrain is genuinely diverse: flat expanses that can be developed or farmed, rolling hills with wide panoramic views, lush forested zones with active wildlife, and an extensive water network including at least seven natural springs, multiple quebradas (streams), and several waterfalls. Existing pastures are suitable for horses, cattle, or rewilding. Electricity infrastructure is already installed, with poles running from the road to the main house site. Primary access is via a well-maintained 2WD dirt and gravel road through the Guabo Valley from Platanillo; an alternative 4WD route leads directly to the coast via Hatillo.

With 20-plus buildable areas and over 20 hectares of productive pasture alongside untouched forest, the property supports a wide range of end uses: a private retreat, a working agricultural estate, an eco-lodge or nature resort, or a large-scale residential project. During a recent site visit on horseback, current documentation confirmed vibrant birdlife, active waterfalls, and pristine rivers throughout the land. Properties of this scale with this combination of infrastructure, water access, and dual road connectivity are genuinely uncommon in the southern zone.

Listed by Mike Schafer, Engel & Volkers Guanacaste. MLS# CR25897821.

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