House for sale in Garabito · 2 BR, 2 baths, 1,197 m² · Ref. 11318

Prime Mixed-Use Beachfront Investment Opportunity in Playa Hermosa – Central Pacific

Playa Hermosa is widely regarded as a surfer’s paradise in Costa Rica’s Central Pacific, known for its consistent waves, expansive shoreline, and raw natural beauty. This iconic beachfront destination offers an authentic, low-density coastal environment with strong and growing demand from surfers, lifestyle buyers, and eco-conscious travelers.

Situated directly on the beachfront, the property encompasses 1,200 square meters (approximately ¼ acre) of prime oceanfront land with significant mixed-use residential and commercial development potential. The beachfront concession is valid and fully up to date, and current zoning allows for the development of common areas, including a shared pool, recreational spaces, and a designated area for a small restaurant or café, creating multiple revenue streams.

The property currently includes a high-quality beachfront structure completed in 2016, designed and built by the original developer. The existing building consists of two fully independent apartments, constructed with engineered reinforced concrete and tropical hardwoods and finished with exceptional craftsmanship. Details include handcrafted doors, custom wood sculpture, artisan stonework, and marine-grade brass, copper, bronze, and stainless-steel hardware, selected for long-term durability in a coastal environment.

The current house features a functional two-level layout:

Ground Floor: One bedroom with air conditioning, one full bathroom, an open living area, and direct access to the garden, creating seamless indoor–outdoor living.
Upper Floor: Master bedroom with private bathroom and a private balcony overlooking the ocean, offering elevated views and natural breezes.
Architectural plans are in place to add two additional identical houses, allowing for a total of sixvunits. The structural design also allows for the option to add a third floor, as well as a rooftop terrace deck to further enhance ocean views and shared social space. Combined with zoning allowances for a pool and common areas, the property is ideally suited for a boutique surf lodge, beachfront hospitality concept, or income-producing mixed-use development.

Peter’s reflection

With its rare Central Pacific beachfront location, valid concession, flexible mixed-use zoning, existing quality construction, defined expansion pathways, and reasonable pricing, this property represents a compelling commercial investment with strong lifestyle and upside potential.