Description
This property is not just a home but a lifestyle choice as the jungle (with a ravine and stream) is only 10 meters (30 ft away). This is a "pathway" for the howler monkeys that can be seen and heard at different times of the day. Also, toucans and parrots are spotted here very frequently along with many other different types of birds and butterflies (especially the famous blue ‘morphos’ which follow the stream beside the villa). The mountains (going straight up) are approx 200 meters behind the villa.The villa is situated at 900+ ft above sea level with 2 ocean views (one view is of the famous Isla Del Caño which can be seen from the entire property and villa and the other is, seeing the point at Drake’s Bay which is close to Panama).Located in the upper Ojochal area and in a secure gated community setting (yet very private), the main villa itself is a very spacious 1450 sq ft in size with total living area of 2000 + sq ft. There are 3 large bedrooms and two very spacious full baths. It comes fully furnished (2 queen size beds and 2 twins) and modern appliances and a large laundry room with storage area. The furniture is all custom-made and solid teak, just like the kitchen. This villa comes with a 2-car garage with electric garage door openers (with extra storage space available) and extra parking for guests. Intercom is located at the front gate for added privacy and security so unexpected guests will not arrive at your front door. There is a large gazebo/rancho, a convenient outdoor private shower by the pool, a covered porch from a kitchen walk-out, a custom-made outdoor covered concrete barbecue with 2 side burners and marble prep area (perfect for cooking even in the rain). The rancho also has been upgraded with roof extensions to keep you dry when raining. The interior of the villa is an open-concept with a sunken living room and dining room area and cathedral ceilings. There is also a large opening with fan allowing for maximum air-flow inside the villa helping to keep it cool and dry thru-out the year. All rooms have recessed ceilings with numerous pot lights, both inside and outside, plus a chandelier for that 'special' ambiance in the grand entrance. The master has a large walk-in closet (or office) area. There are many wood details throughout and a newly-designed teak kitchen. It is a beautiful villa with a grand stone, double-door entrance, beautiful ceramics thru-out and very large windows to let the cool breezes in, 24 hrs a day. It has been upgraded with an efficient, on-demand gas, hot-water heater. The oven is a modern combination gas/electric unit for efficiency and ease-of-use. Each room has a ceiling fan and large breathing vents for improved air circulation. Swimming in the pool in one direction provides the ocean views and in the other, has gorgeous views of the mountains, directly behind. The pool is gorgeous with custom-tiling work and a stone facing to match the grand entrance. It is beautifully landscaped to coordinate with the flora, fauna and jungle.Because of the efficiencies (on demand hot water heater, gas oven, gas barbecue, upgrades re cabinets, air-flow improvements, etc.) in most areas, the maintenance and up-keep is minimal. There is a 100 lb gas tank with a 35 lb as back-up in the gas house. This allows for very inexpensive living in Costa Rica and also self-sufficiency during any unexpected power outages.This is a perfect hideaway for nature enthusiasts and bird-lovers alike, or just a place to 'chill out' and get away from it all while still being close to the world-famous beaches in the area (Playa Ballena, Playa Ventanas and Playa Tortuga, to name a few). While it is a very private and extremely quite location, opportunities fine dining, needed stores, gas station and outdoor fun and activity opportunities are very convenient.Come, choose your hammok and experience this choice and see if it could be for your lifetime!
