- PROP - 251564
- Single Family
- 2.33
- 2
- 2
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Great Deal For an Ocean View Home with Guest Studio and Creek Above Playa Matapalo
Nestled in the lush hills of San Andrés above Playa Matapalo, this charming ocean-view property offers an exceptional combination of natural beauty, privacy, and value. Set on 2.33 acres of tropical land, the property features a main residence, separate guest studio, workshop, an easily accessible creek, and an extraordinary collection of tropical fruit trees, palms, and ornamental species.
Surrounded by lush vegetation, this peaceful retreat provides an opportunity to enjoy Costa Rica’s natural beauty while remaining within reach of the beaches and amenities of the Southern Pacific coast. The ocean views are especially captivating at sunset, when the evening sky fills with brilliant colors over the Pacific Ocean.
Comfortable Living with Ocean Views
The main residence features one bedroom, a separate office or small second bedroom, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The flexible layout is well suited for full-time living, a vacation getaway, or a home with dedicated workspace. A separate guest studio features a sleeping area and private bathroom, providing additional accommodations for visiting family and friends. This versatile space offers privacy for guests without the need for a full second residence. An existing workshop provides valuable additional space for hobbies, storage, creative projects, or a variety of other personal uses. Together, these existing structures offer a practical and versatile layout for enjoying the property as a private tropical retreat.
Natural Water Features and Tropical Surroundings
One of the property’s most appealing features is its easily accessible creek, adding a beautiful natural element to the landscape. The property also benefits from a spring-fed water supply originating from a nearby spring, an attractive feature for those who appreciate the natural resources of the surrounding area. With over two acres of land, the combination of natural water features, established gardens, and ocean views creates an inviting setting to enjoy Costa Rica’s outdoor lifestyle.
A Tropical Botanical Paradise – Fruit Trees, Palms and Native Species
One of the property’s most distinctive features is its remarkable diversity of established tropical vegetation. Over the years, the owners have cultivated a landscape filled with edible plants, beautiful palms, flowering trees, and native species, creating a setting that feels like a private botanical garden.
An Extensive Collection of Fruit Trees and Edible Plants:
- Guanábana (soursop)
- Star fruit (carambola)
- Several varieties of bananas
- Yellow lemons and mandarins
- Pineapples
- Guabo (ice cream bean)
- Vanilla
- Cacao
- Mangosteen
- Mango trees
- Passion fruit
- Black pepper
The current owners have even produced their own homemade vanilla essence from vanilla grown on the property and harvested and dried black pepper from their garden.
A Diverse Collection of Tropical Palms:
- Yellow and green coconut palms
- African palms
- Buddha palms
- Peach palms
- Additional tropical palm varieties
Mature Trees and Ornamental Species:
- Guabo
- Ficus
- Guanacaste
- Jacaranda
- Cecropia
- Almond
- Nance
- Gallinazo
- Monkey comb
- Roble de sabana
- Calabash
- Cinnamon
- Numerous other species yet to be identified
This rich variety of vegetation creates an appealing environment for nature lovers, gardening enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates the biodiversity of Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific region. Combined with the property’s accessible creek, spring-fed water supply, and ocean views, the gardens contribute to a truly special tropical setting.
A Private Tropical Retreat with Versatile Living Spaces
The combination of the main residence, separate guest studio, and workshop provides a variety of practical spaces for everyday living, entertaining guests, and enjoying personal interests. The established gardens and extensive tropical landscaping are among the property’s greatest assets, offering an opportunity to enjoy a more nature-oriented lifestyle without having to create a mature tropical garden from scratch. Whether you’re envisioning a peaceful retirement home, a vacation getaway, or a tropical homestead, the property offers an appealing balance of comfortable living and natural surroundings.
San Andrés – Above Playa Matapalo
Located in the San Andrés area above Playa Matapalo, the property enjoys a peaceful hillside setting with ocean views and the lush tropical surroundings that make Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific region so desirable. The location offers a balance of countryside privacy and access to the area’s beautiful beaches, waterfalls, wildlife, and coastal communities.
Fantastic Value for an Ocean View Home on the South Pacific Coast
Finding an ocean-view property with over two acres of land, a main residence, separate guest studio, workshop, accessible creek, spring-fed water supply, and established tropical gardens at this price point presents an appealing opportunity. Whether you’re searching for a permanent residence or vacation retreat, this San Andrés home offers an attractive combination of natural beauty, versatility, and value.
Offered at $350,000, this property presents an opportunity to own a distinctive tropical retreat on Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific coast.
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- Address Matapalo
- City Playa Matapalo
- State PUNTARENAS
- Property ID: PROP - 251564
- Price: $350,000
- Bedroom: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: For Sale

