Estate Property in Escaleras, Multi-Use, Residential/HOTEL/Commercial

Property overview

A four-acre estate in the Escaleras hills above Dominical, Uvita, and Ojochal, this property previously operated as a boutique bed-and-breakfast hotel and remains configured for either a private family compound or a returning commercial operation. Zoning permits up to 60% coverage across the acreage, with allowed uses spanning residential and commercial classifications, giving a new owner substantial room to add structures, expand the hotel footprint, or reshape the property into a private retreat.

The land rolls gently and has hosted events of up to 200 people. Buildable areas offer both ocean-facing and jungle-facing orientations. The layout was engineered to move air naturally through the buildings, keeping interiors cool without heavy air conditioning use. The gardens, developed professionally over years, contain hundreds of mature trees and shrubs and support a documented 137 bird species along with regular visits from howler and white-faced capuchin monkeys and a resident sloth. Producing trees on the grounds include mango, banana, citrus, and pineapple, alongside aloe, lemongrass, citronella, and oregano among other herbs and medicinal plants. A commercial water concession grants ten times the volume of a standard residential allotment, which is significant if any expansion is planned.

The main house has its own road and gate and contains five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a full kitchen, two separate offices, and a dedicated conference room. A wrap-around terrace surrounds an outdoor pool, and the covered outdoor living area is one of the strongest features of the residence.

Three casitas sit within the grounds, each with private terraces and views: Casita 1 offers one bedroom and one bath, Casita 2 offers two bedrooms and one bath, and Casita 3 offers one bedroom and one bath. A shared pavilion serves the casitas and works well for yoga retreats or hosted events, and a large palapa with a fire pit anchors outdoor gatherings. Each casita is set to maintain guest privacy while keeping the main house and shared amenities within easy reach.

Infrastructure supports either a residence or an active hospitality business. A full Generac backup generator handles outages, fiber optic internet supports remote work or booking operations, and a dedicated electric panel room keeps the systems organized. The industrial kitchen was sized for hotel-scale service. The combination of acreage, zoning coverage, water rights, existing structures, and turn-key hospitality infrastructure sets this property apart in the Escaleras market.

Listed by Marcel van Willigen, CENTURY 21 Ballena Properties. MLS# CR24691004.

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