Casa Cavu
Luxury Jungle Villa, Platanillo
A completed luxury villa build in the hills above Dominical, and a showcase of what thoughtful design and local craftsmanship can create.

Project Journey

June 2020
Project Overview for Casa Cavu Residential Home and Investment Rental in Dominical
The site's location was strategically chosen for its proximity to both the beach and the mountains. This ensured easy ac…
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August 2021
Road Improvement, Drainage & Power Lines Installed – Casa Cavu
Drainage plays an important part year around in Costa Rica’s tropical rain climate. Without proper storm drainage and gr…
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April 2022
Architectural Floor Plans and Renderings –Casa Cavu
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April 2022
300 Bamboo Planted as a Living Fence –Casa Cavu
300 bamboo plants were order from a local bamboo farm months in advance of the delivery date.
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May 2022
40ft Shipping Container / Cabina Delivered to Casa Cavu
A special platform was built for the container to rest on. The container is a 40ft refrigerated unit will help insulate …
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June 2022
Spring Water Well Dig & Discovery –Casa Cavu
We started the process by having a "water witch" come out to determine the best spot for the well. Yes this is a real th…
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June 2022
Building New Hiking Trails –Casa Cavu
As you hike along the trails, you will find a lot of edible landscaping, easily accessible for you to enjoy the fruits o…
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July 2022
40ft Shipping Container / Cabina Build Out
A site plan and 3D render was developed by the architect to make the 40ft shipping container compliment the design of th…
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August 2022
100 Coffee Trees Planted –Casa Cavu
Fertilizer was mixed and filled into every hole to create a good base for the coffee trees to grow.
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November 2022
Land Conversion to Sustainable Permaculture Garden –Casa Cavu
(Left) Bananas are a staple of the Costa Rican diet and grow on every corner. (Right) Francisco, horticultural specialis…
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December 2022
Site work and land development begins at Casa Cavu
One of the major projects undertaken at Casa Cavu, owners of Cavu Land Corp was the creation of two new terraces for the…
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February 2023
Cavu Vivero –Our New Sustainable Green House Nursery in Costa Rica
Propagation allows for the creation of new plants without relying on external sources. By propagating plants in-house, C…
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March 2023
Decorative Stone Column Fence
Stone work finished for perimeter fence at Casa Cavu in Costa Rica.
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April 2023
Digging the Infinity Pool Footers and Foundation
Building a pool foundation requires careful planning and execution. The area where the pool will be built must first be …
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May 2023
Building the Infinity Pool Foundation at Casa Cavu
Cavu Land Corp is the developer behind the Casa Cavu project, and their focus on quality and innovation is evident throu…
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May 2023
Building the Infinity Pool Basin
By mixing the concrete at the project site, the construction team will combine cement, aggregates, water, and additives …
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June 2023
40ft Shipping Container outdoor living addition
A concrete path with drainage rocks leads you from the porch to the shower. Taking a shower at night in an open air conc…
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June 2023
Concrete support columns and mechanical room construction
The elevated slab itself will be fashioned using steel beams, complemented by a poured concrete layer. A total of 16 col…
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August 2023
Digging and Pouring Footers - Casa Cavu
Our hands-on approach begins with precision digging, creating footers approximately 2 feet deep. These footers are forti…
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August 2023
Gabion Walls
Gabion walls are a centuries-old construction technique that has seen a resurgence in modern landscaping and architectur…
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Rough in Piping for Plumbing, Electric, and Propane - Casa Cavu
While handling the electrical and propane systems, we're also dedicated to sorting out the plumbing intricacies. Notably…
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September 2023
Hand Poured Concrete Slab - Casa Cavu
As we gear up for the slab pouring, meticulous planning takes center stage. To ensure absolute precision and uniformity,…
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Preserving Stability: Managing Drainage on the Property - Casa Cavu
To counter these challenges, we've undertaken proactive measures. Firstly, all drainage has been rerouted along a consol…
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Construction of Concrete Walls - Casa Cavu
At this stage, precision becomes paramount. We rely on the use of steel guides and meticulously placed string to guarant…
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November 2023
Headers, Columns & Crown Beam Installation - Casa Cavu
The process of forming and pouring headers, along with the repetitive stacking of blocks, undoubtedly demanded intense l…
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Roof Beams and Insulation - Casa Cavu
The facia board, an essential element, has been crafted with 1.5-inch concrete board, ensuring durability and support fo…
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Casa Cavu is complete, a fully realized luxury jungle villa now welcoming guests. Explore the finished property, its four suites, infinity pool, and private trails on its dedicated site.
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