Hacienda Matapalo Costa Rica Real Estate
Situated in a Rainforest on a mountain overlooking the Pacific is the 665 acre Resort style gated community of Hacienda Matapalo, one of the best selling real estate developments in Costa Rica. One can live close to nature with dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean just 800 meters away.
You and your guests will enjoy complete access to all community amenities as abundant activity choices await you. A Private Beach Club, Equestrian Center, Swim-up Pool Bar, Media and Event Rooms, Fitness Center, Tennis Courts, Picnic Cabanas, Relaxing Spa, Resort Clubhouse, Waterfalls, Freeform Infinity Edge Pool, 125 acre Nature Preserve, and Retail Center, are just a few of your personal escape options.
Three of the area's most beautiful beaches are within minutes of Hacienda Matapalo. The property is located on the Pacific Coast Highway (Costenera) "Where the Mountains Meet the Sea," providing easy access to a New Airport, Hospital, and Marina. [Learn More]
Hacienda Matapalo Phase 1
Completely surrounded by lush forest, cascading waterfalls and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean is Costa Rica's extraordinary gated community of Hacienda Matapalo. With 665 private acres, Hacienda Matapalo offers a world of natural beauty and adventure. [Learn More]
Hacienda Matapalo Phase 2
Introducing the Manuel Antonio Village These are the most exclusive Condominiums yet to be released at Hacienda Matapalo. Located 600 to 700 feet above sea level, these units offer stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. [Learn More]
Private Residence Club
The Private Residence Club has been designed to provide more quality, conveniences, services, and VIP treatment than a time share. This type of fractional ownership combines virtually all the benefits of whole ownership with services and treatment of a fine resort. [Learn More]
Pura Verde Properties
A healthy lifestyle. An eco-friendly environment. Living with nature. Regardless of how you view it, all the properties in Costa Rica that receive the Pura Verde brand , including Hacienda Matapalo, are not only breathtaking in their own magnificent ways, but are a collection of the finest "Buy with Confidence Certified Green Properties." [Learn More About Pura Verde]
Tierra Verde Uvita Green Community
Tierra Verde in Uvita is a Costa Rica Green Community just south of Dominical. This magical stretch of Costa Rica's Southwest Coast boasts some of the best views found anywhere in the world. [Learn More]
La Principessa D'il Mare
Located along the South Pacific Coast close to the town of Uvita, this parcel is ideal for a variety of uses. This could be the completely sustainable situation for a family retreat or an ecological wonderland for development as a 30-50 homesite community, right down to its own hydro-electric source for energy. [Learn More]
Tropical Living at Casa Big Sur
Casa Big Sur is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece nestled in the lush tropical rainforest, located in the Southern Zone of Costa Rica where the lush verdant mountains meet the Pacific Ocean. [Learn More]
The Top 5 Reasons
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Weekly Blog
This week's Blog takes an in depth look at PuraVerde Costa Rica Properties, Hacienda Matapalo Phase 1 and Phase 2, Private Residence Club, Fractional Living at Casa Big Sur, Tierra Verde Uvita Build Now Green Community, La Principessa D'il Mare and more. [Read More]
Monthly Newsletter
In the January issue of the Hacienda Matapalo Community Newsletter, the future of the Southern and Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica is examined. We also take a look at the U.S.
Department of Energy's plans to build an Energy
Efficiency Center in Costa Rica, discover the "Happiest People" on the planet, and show you how to make several million dollars just by picking your nose! [Read the January Issue] or [Access the Newsletter Archives]
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Costa Rica is one of the safest and most attractive countries for foreign investments in all of Latin America. The Costa Rican government, its ministries and financial institutions maintain a strong, pro-U.S. and continental stance in regard to financial security and tax laws. Learn all about the lifestyle facts of this magical Central America wonderland from cost-of-living to health care and climate. [
Invest in Costa Rica Property and reap huge benefits. Diversifying away from a falling dollar and into hard assets outside the U.S. just might be the only way to protect your hard-earned wealth. Buying land outside the US can help to preserve wealth as the U.S. dollar falls in value. In most countries around the world, real estate is not leveraged by a massive mortgage market. Real estate in other countries typically sells for a cash price. A burst of the U.S. housing bubble will NOT have any direct impact on real estate in other countries. In fact, international real estate is a hedge against the falling dollar. Remember dirt is the ultimate hard asset. When the dollar falls, the price of dirt will go up by a corresponding dollar amount. With the dollar falling, international real estate, especially real estate in Costa Rica, has been, and will continue to be, a solid place to invest. [
From experiencing whitewater rafting to sailing through the rain forest on the canopy zip line, from diving, snorkeling, surfing, and fishing to whale watching, mountain Biking, cycling, and kayaking, the lifestyle in Costa Rica is as diverse as any place on the planet. So while adventure and activities fill your days, let serenity and relaxation fill your nights. Our exclusive Fun Guide has the lowdown on everything there is to do in the Central America paradise that is Costa Rica. [
Costa Rica's universal health care is considered one of the best healthcare systems in Latin America. Private care providers are very reasonably priced and world class, with many doctors that speak excellent English and who have studied abroad in Europe, Canada or the U.S. Prices for treatments in Costa Rica can be as much as 50% less than what you will find in the U.S., with the quality being the same or better. The medical landscape and hospital outlook in Costa Rica is far greater than any other country in Latin America, and primary care for children is becoming the focus of the Costa Rican government. [
Costa Rica is unequivocally a tropical country, situated fairly close to the equator. Although in the mountains above 2000 meters you get much cooler temperatures, the average annual temperature for most of the country lies between 21.7°C (71°F) and 27°C (81°F). The coolest months are from November through January, and the warmest from March through May. San José, the capital, where over a third of the population lives, stands at approximately 1170 meters altitude and on average has an annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). [
The cost of living in Costa Rica is 50% to 70% lower than that of the United States. Retirees can live comfortably on only Social Security, or lavishly, with a bit more money. U.S. retirees living overseas also have the option of having their Social Security pension deposited directly into a foreign bank, which may give a more favorable currency exchange rate. In addition, retirees living in Costa Rica are eligible for pensioner residency status which enables them to bring personal effects, household items and a vehicle into the country without the typical government taxation. A luxury such as housekeeper is readily available and inexpensive; about $170 per month for a full-time staff person. [
Since it is becoming obvious that most retirees will be unable to afford the lifestyle they want in the United States, many are retiring to destinations such as Costa Rica. As a result of this international trend, Costa Rica is experiencing the early stages of a land boom. The Costa Rica real estate market will absolutely have a long-term sustainable boom because it is based upon new flows of wealth, not just speculation or currency and interest rate manipulations like the United States real estate market. [