Home for sale in Garabito, Puntarenas - 4 BR

Location: Los Ángeles de Chires, Puriscal, San José
Land Size: 89.2 hectares (220 acres)
Accessibility: ~1 hour from Jacó & Manuel Antonio
Highlights: Primary & secondary forest • Waterfalls • Springs • Teak • Bungalows • Pool • Restaurant • Paved Access

Property Overview

An exceptional 89-hectare eco-retreat bordering La Cangreja National Park and the Zapatón Indigenous Reserve, offering complete privacy and immersive natural surroundings.
The estate includes primary and secondary rainforest, two waterfalls, natural springs, abundant wildlife, internal paved roads, and extensive hospitality infrastructure.

Previously leased and operated as Best Western Paraíso Carlisa, a 4-star eco-hotel catering mainly to the European market, the property carries international hospitality credibility.

The estate is not currently in operation and has remained closed since COVID, providing a clean slate for redevelopment.
It was previously appraised at approx. US$3,500,000, but the owner is motivated to sell, creating a rare value opportunity.

Exceptional Development Potential

This property offers a rare blend of scale, natural resources, and existing structures — ideal for:

• Eco-resort or boutique hotel
• Wellness or retreat center
• Mixed-use sustainable development (eco-villas, residential lots, retreat amenities)
• University field station or research center for ecology, forestry, biodiversity, or conservation studies
• NGO or conservation partnership hub

The combination of forests, waterfalls, springs, and wildlife makes the estate suitable for both commercial and scientific-academic projects.

Lodging & Amenities

• Main lodge (400 m²): lounges, dining room, kitchen, library, 2 master suites, panoramic terrace
• 6 Master Bungalows, 2 Senior Bungalows, 13 Double Rooms
• Terrace restaurant & bar • Viewpoint bar
• Infinity pool with wet bar
• Butterfly farm • Observatory ranch

Infrastructure

• 500 m paved internal roads
• Laundry facility
• Guard house
• Wildlife rescue center
• Animal habitats • 180 m² aviary

Natural Assets

• El Indio Waterfall (30 m) and a smaller secondary waterfall
• Multiple natural springs
• Primary forest near the river borderlines of the property.
• Mature secondary forest ideal for trails and activity zones
• Excellent horseback riding terrain

Timber Resources

• 3–5 hectares of teak
• Mature Melina (35 yrs) & Pochote (25 yrs)
• Approx. 150,000 hardwood trees
• Strong potential for sustainable forestry and carbon-credit programs.

Academic / Research Potential

The diversity of ecosystems — primary and secondary forest, water sources, wildlife, timber stands — makes the property ideal for:

• University field courses
• Tropical biology programs
• Forestry and resource-management research
• Long-term biodiversity monitoring
• Conservation science partnerships

Location

• SJO Airport: 73 km
• San José: 78 km
• Puriscal: 1 km
• Quepos: 51 km

Peter’s Investor Perspective

The owners of the property are eager to sell quickly .The estimated value is certainly positioned below the replacement value, yet it is imperative to consider that a certain amount of capital investment will be required to carry out renovations and prepare the property for operation.

This property offers a rare combination of biodiversity, water features, timber assets, scale, and existing hotel structures, making it an excellent foundation for high-impact eco-development.

Its history as a Best Western and popularity with European travelers confirm strong market acceptance.
The mix of waterfalls, springs, primary and secondary forest, internal roads, and hospitality facilities supports eco-tourism, wellness, retreat, mixed-use development, adventure activities, and academic partnerships with universities or research institutions.

A standout opportunity in Costa Rica’s Central Pacific.