Own the tip of the ridge with spectacular views!

Positioned high in the coveted Escaleras mountains above Dominical on the tip of a finger ridge, this exceptional property captures the essence of the true Costa Rica experience. Set within a private gated community, the property offers a rare combination of security, privacy, biodiversity, and breathtaking natural beauty, a combination rarely found in today’s market. This property contains a major wildlife path between two valleys which is becoming more rare in this increasingly developed area.

Positioned at the end of the road, encompassing the tip of a finger ridge out into the Pacific, where the rainforest canopy opens to expansive vistas, the property commands one of the most extraordinary whitewater view corridors in the Southern Zone. Here, nature unfolds in every direction, delivering four remarkable panoramas that define the property’s character and daily experience.

The first is the sunset view at the northeastern most part of the property, where the Pacific horizon during sunset as the sun drops down to the ocean transforms into a canvas of amber, gold, and rose. From the pool terrace and main living spaces, there is often an echo sunset to the south and up over the mountains with orange, pink and purple clouds.

From the secluded porch of the jungle casita you can look down the steep slope to see waves crashing on the rocky coastline and be rocked to sleep nightly by the sounds of the ocean waves.

But the most magnificent view is looking south from the patio and out the windows in the main house and the other casita, Casa Vista. From the 850 ft elevation you can see whitewater beach views all the way down the coastline of the many coves...all the way to the Osa Pennisula. Directly below is a bird’s eye view of the famous Whale’s Tail sandbar formation at the Marino Ballena National Park. During whale migration season, the ocean beyond becomes a living spectacle as humpback whales surface and breach in the distance — a rare privilege visible from the comfort of your own porch.

Completing the panorama are the mountain views to the southeast, where rolling jungle ridges stretch toward the cloud forests of Costa Rica’s interior. Morning mist drifts through the valleys while toucans and scarlet macaws glide above the canopy, creating an ever-changing landscape that feels both wild and peaceful.

As described in the property overview, this remarkable parcel sits within one of Escaleras’ most biodiverse corridors, where rainforest and cloud forest ecosystems converge, creating a thriving sanctuary for wildlife and birdlife. Howler and capachin monkeys are regular visitors along with slothes, agoutis, cutamundi, anteaters and countless number of tropical bird species. Toucans nest in a tree opening just off the front of the jungle casita’s porch.

Architecture Designed for Tropical Living

The estate’s design embraces the principles of sustainable tropical architecture. Open living spaces flow seamlessly to expansive terraces, blurring the line between interior comfort and outdoor beauty.

The main residence features two spacious ensuite bedrooms, generous entertaining areas, and wide glass openings that frame sweeping ocean and jungle views. Both bedrooms have window walls overlooking the coast while the upstairs room has a small private balcony. Above is a three story cathedral ceiling made of wood with exposed beams which is not often seen in other homes in the area.

Complementing the main residence are three independent guest casitas, each offering a private bedroom suite and living space. This thoughtful layout provides exceptional flexibility for hosting family and friends or operating a boutique hospitality concept.

At the heart of the property lies the ocean-view swimming pool, an idyllic gathering space where afternoons and evenings unfold in quiet relaxation. Multiple species of mature palm trees provide pool shade most times of day.

The property is lavishly planted with many indiginous and imported species. Five species of palms including coconut trees, mature mango, manga and mangostein trees, five types of ginger plants and so much more... a horiculturist’s dream property.

A Wildlife Sanctuary and Birder’s Paradise

Few properties offer such a direct connection to Costa Rica’s natural world. Escaleras sits within one of the country’s richest biodiversity zones, home to more than 900 bird species and an extraordinary range of wildlife. The property skirts dense towering forest as part of the area’s wildlife corridor. The corridor continues across the lower part of the property, regularly traveled by monkeys in the canopy from one valley to another.

Scarlet macaws, toucans, aracaries, hummingbirds, trogons, and motmots are frequent visitors. Private trails weave through gardens with lush vegetation and rare botanical plantings, creating a natural sanctuary where each morning reveals new discoveries.

For naturalists, birdwatchers, and those who simply value the presence of wild nature, the experience here is profound.

A Versitile Property with Many Opportunities

Originally built as a horse farm there is a huge 90 x 50 ft covered corral which could easily be made into a greenhouse with the addition of roof vents and transparent panels to replace the tin roof. Imagine being able to grow most of your own vegetables, true sustainability in paradise.

Lifestyle, Income & Long-Term Value

Its proximity to Dominical, Uvita, and Marino Ballena National Park ensures access to world-class beaches, surf breaks, restaurants offering tipico and international cuisines, and marine adventures while maintaining the serenity of a mountain sanctuary.

This is more than a property. It is a rare convergence of privacy, biodiversity, architecture, and investment potential in one of Costa Rica’s most coveted regions.

For qualified buyers seeking a legacy estate in the Southern Zone, opportunities of this caliber are rare.

Private showings available exclusively through Coldwell Banker Costa Rica and Vesta Group.

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