Costa Rica - Brochure

Completely surrounded by lush forest, cascading waterfalls and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean is Costa Rica’s extraordinary gated community of Hacienda Matapalo. With 665 private acres, Hacienda Matapalo offers a world of natural beauty and adventure…

Hacienda Matapalo is located just 800 meters off the beach and reaches back three kilometers into the primary forested mountains to an altitude of nearly 2,000 feet above sea level. With its 125 acre dedicated nature preserve, nature is and always will be an integral part of this unique community. Set amongst countless species of birds, butterflies, and wildlife Hacienda Matapalo offers 1.25+ acre home sites, single-family homes, town homes, villas and condominiums all equipped with state-of-the-art connectivity including satellite, Internet, telephone, and 24-hour security.

Amenities never before available in the region abound here. Experience miles of nature trails while riding one of the horses from our equestrian center, or simply sit back and take in the unparalleled views of the ocean from our centrally located clubhouse. Perhaps you’ll want to cool down in our freeform infinity edge pool and meet friends at the swim-up pool bar. A relaxing spa, fully equipped fitness center, tennis courts, picnic cabanas, meeting and event rooms, library and media room all enhance the lifestyle that makes Hacienda Matapalo the truly authentic escape it is.
Concierge and maid services, as well as local transportation and arrangement of eco/adventure tours are available daily.

Three of the area’s most beautiful beaches are within minutes of Hacienda Matapalo—Playa Linda, Playa Matapalo and Playa Ventanas. Whether it’s walking the sand for that perfect seashell, horseback riding on the beach, or just soaking up the sun while palms sway in the ocean breeze, the choices are yours and the activities are abundant.

 

Stability in Costa Rica

Contrary to popular belief, and for those who really don’t know where this beautiful country is located, let alone anything about it, Costa Rica has some amazing credentials;

  • Land values have increased annually by 32% since 1998…65% annually for properties which have a rental dwelling on the site.
  • There is a favourable tax system: Currently there are no capital gains taxes on the sales of property. Real estate taxes are currently at approximately one quarter of one percent on your property value, substantially lower that what we are accustomed to!
  • Costa Rica law allows for the same property ownership rights for Americans, Canadians and Europeans as for Costa Rican citizens.
  • Costa Rica, a democracy for more than 155 years, is a model of Political stability. It’s often referred to as the ‘Switzerland of the Americas’. Costa Rica is well respected and admired around the world as a non-violent, non-combative country and was the first country in the world to constitutionally abolish its army and instead focus those resources toward education and health care.
  • High education levels, political and economical stability and a strong tourism industry have attracted sizable foreign investment, including over 100,000 Americans whom have already purchased property in Costa Rica.
  • At 96%, Costa Rica has on the highest literacy rates in the entire Western Hemisphere.
  • Costa Rica, ‘The Silicon Valley of Latin America’ is home to such worldwide companies as Acer, Microsoft, GE, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Cisco Systems, Eli Lilly, Motorola and Intel’s $300 million dollar Pentium Chip complex located just outside San Jose, the nation’s capital.
  • At 70% less that similar properties in places like Florida and Arizona, a growing number of people are looking to Costa Rica for retirement, second homes and vacation homes.

With a steadfast commitment to preserving its natural resources and an estimated 35% of the country designated as ‘protected’ both federally and privately, eco-tourism has surpassed even surfing and fishing as the top reasons to visit. This type of natural beauty and charm has made Costa Rica an international resort destination. The Marriott Los Suenos Resort, The St. Regis by Starwood, The Four Seasons and The Mandarin Oriental are just a few of the world class resort leaders that have chosen Costa Rica.

For more fascinating information on this beautiful country and unique development, please contact us.