Expansive Lot with River Access in Uvita

Located on Union Road, this large lot slopes down from a mountain ridge near the resort town of Uvita. But you wouldn’t know it as the east-facing views stretch across mountains, valleys, and rainforests, leading to the towering 4000-meter Cordillera Central range. The property offers a genuine ‘middle of nowhere Costa Rica’ experience, only slightly interrupted by the knowledge that a short drive leads to the necessary services and amenities of Uvita.

The rectangular lot slopes from near the top of the ridge down to the valley river, a drop from 250m to about 170m asl. This lot includes two large plantels located near the top of the property, with most of the area covered by rainforest that reaches down to the river. Plantel 1 measures about 400 sqm, while Plantel 2 is 300 sqm.  The current owner has confirmed plans for the construction of a 3-bedroom house with a pool and parking. With legal water confirmed, construction can begin.

There is ample space to develop this property into your ideal retreat – a home or two, guest accommodation, cabins, a pool, jacuzzi, orchard, and gardens. let your imagination guide you! 

The 1000m high coastal mountains are the main feature of the property - in the summer, their tropical slopes contrast with the blue sky and white clouds. The season brings waterfalls that flow down steep slopes. The changing interplay of mountain-top clouds, valley mists, and trees with seasonal flowers creates a landscape that is ever-changing, accompanied by the sounds of howler monkeys, scarlet macaws, tree frogs, and other critters.

A mountain river flows below the property, carving a steep channel toward the Pacific. The Ballena River marks the eastern edge of the lot, and a path leads directly to its waters. Picture beginning your day with a walk in the rainforests filled with life – you dip your feet in the river while enjoying a hot coffee, grown nearby by local farmers. How about some afternoon drinks and snacks with family and friends, kids playing in the swim holes while you catch up on the day’s events and enjoy the jungle waterfall? 

The closeness to nature and variety of nearby habitats will attract a range of wildlife to the property – monkeys, scarlet macaws, several species of toucans, sloths, anteaters, poison dart frogs, tree frogs, giant moths, coatis, blue morpho butterflies, and other creatures will be your new tropical neighbors. Maybe you will see the elusive Jaguarundi – or perhaps a wandering tapir or jaguar? The lot is adjacent to a large area of mountain jungles, so expect visits from curious creatures. 

Legal Water is important in our area – and this property features a 7500 liter water tank and authorized access to the nearby mountain river. This setup meets all the needs of the property, including future household, pool, and irrigation use.  This is rainwater that flows down the slopes of the nearby mountains – you will enjoy the view and drink it too (whether with lemon, in your tea or coffee, or in your tropical margarita).

Only 5 minutes away and 250m downhill, Uvita is a growing hub for tourism, adventure, and expat living. It offers a variety of cafes, eco-tourism, shopping, dining, and nightlife. This area has everyday necessities like supermarkets, legal and accounting offices, doctors, dentists, veterinary clinics, car mechanics, beauty parlors, and beer breweries.

Marino Ballena National Park is 13 minutes away, known for surfing, whale watching, and SCUBA diving. The park’s beaches are among the best in the world, and the ‘Whale’s Tail’ sand and rock formation is an accessible natural feature. Twice a year, Humpback Whales migrate to the local area – both the Southern Pacific (July-October) and Northern Pacific (December-March) populations gather in our waters. Surfing, tanning, beach soccer, volleyball, sports fishing, and SCUBA trips to Caño Island are popular activities in Marino Ballena.  

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