SERENE JUNGLE RETREAT IN LAGUNAS DE BARÚ
Renovated Jungle Home • Saltwater Pool • Mountain Views • Fully Furnished • Two 4x4 Vehicles Included
Discover a private tropical retreat in Lagunas de Barú, one of the sought-after mountain communities above Dominical. Surrounded by lush rainforest, mature landscaping, abundant wildlife, and refreshing mountain air, this beautifully maintained property offers a peaceful Costa Rican lifestyle while remaining only approximately 8 minutes from Dominical.
The approximately 2,500-square-foot, two-story concrete home sits on just under an acre of landscaped and gated property. Originally constructed in 2007, the residence underwent an extensive renovation completed in 2023, adding modern comforts, expanded outdoor living areas, and a new saltwater pool while maintaining its connection to the surrounding tropical environment.
The property is offered fully furnished and move-in ready, with the added benefit of two 4x4 vehicles included in the sale—an exceptional convenience for buyers relocating to Costa Rica.
SURROUNDED BY NATURE
Privacy and nature are central to the property. Mature landscaping, jungle vegetation, and mountain views create a peaceful setting, while the expansive patio provides an excellent vantage point for observing Costa Rica's abundant wildlife.
The owners have recorded more than 120 bird species from the property, with toucans making frequent appearances. The grounds also feature dozens of producing banana trees, pineapple plants, guava, and guaba (ice cream fruit).
This is a property where the surrounding rainforest is not simply a backdrop—it becomes part of everyday life.
THE HOME
Built primarily of solid concrete, the home offers ...
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SERENE JUNGLE RETREAT IN LAGUNAS DE BARÚ
Renovated Jungle Home • Saltwater Pool • Mountain Views • Fully Furnished • Two 4x4 Vehicles Included
Discover a private tropical retreat in Lagunas de Barú, one of the sought-after mountain communities above Dominical. Surrounded by lush rainforest, mature landscaping, abundant wildlife, and refreshing mountain air, this beautifully maintained property offers a peaceful Costa Rican lifestyle while remaining only approximately 8 minutes from Dominical.
The approximately 2,500-square-foot, two-story concrete home sits on just under an acre of landscaped and gated property. Originally constructed in 2007, the residence underwent an extensive renovation completed in 2023, adding modern comforts, expanded outdoor living areas, and a new saltwater pool while maintaining its connection to the surrounding tropical environment.
The property is offered fully furnished and move-in ready, with the added benefit of two 4x4 vehicles included in the sale—an exceptional convenience for buyers relocating to Costa Rica.
SURROUNDED BY NATURE
Privacy and nature are central to the property. Mature landscaping, jungle vegetation, and mountain views create a peaceful setting, while the expansive patio provides an excellent vantage point for observing Costa Rica's abundant wildlife.
The owners have recorded more than 120 bird species from the property, with toucans making frequent appearances. The grounds also feature dozens of producing banana trees, pineapple plants, guava, and guaba (ice cream fruit).
This is a property where the surrounding rainforest is not simply a backdrop—it becomes part of everyday life.
THE HOME
Built primarily of solid concrete, the home offers a durable and low-maintenance construction well suited to the tropical climate. Large windows and sliding glass doors provide excellent natural light and connect the interior spaces with the surrounding landscape.
Main Level:
Comfortable air-conditioned living room
Fully equipped kitchen
Air-conditioned dining room/office
Bedroom with A/C and direct patio access
Full bathroom
Large windows and sliding glass doors
Expanded outdoor patio
Laundry area
Custom local cedar cabinetry
Upper Level:
The second floor features a spacious loft-style primary bedroom with:
A/C
Private full bathroom
Jungle and mountain views
Custom wood details
Large windows providing natural light
The layout provides comfortable separation between the two bedrooms while maintaining an open and inviting tropical atmosphere.
EXTENSIVE 2023 RENOVATION
The renovation completed in July 2023 significantly enhanced both the functionality and future potential of the property.
Improvements include:
Expanded outdoor patio
Saltwater swimming pool
Large covered area designed for future conversion into a pool-facing primary suite
Foundation already installed for the future addition
New roof over the expansion area
Electrical wiring already installed
New tinted glass sliding doors
Complete interior and exterior repainting with Goltex nanotechnology paint
The existing dining room/office could also be converted into a third bedroom, providing additional flexibility for owners or future rental use.
PRIVATE SALTWATER POOL
Built in 2023, the saltwater pool is the centerpiece of the outdoor living area. A Hayward PoolVac provides convenient automated cleaning and maintenance.
Surrounded by tropical landscaping, jungle, mountain views, and abundant wildlife, the pool area creates a natural extension of the home's living space—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the Costa Rican climate.
TWO 4x4 VEHICLES INCLUDED
A particularly valuable feature of this sale is the inclusion of two 4x4 vehicles:
1995 Mitsubishi Montero 4x4
Automatic transmission
Gasoline
2008 Nissan Xterra 4x4
Manual transmission
Diesel
For a buyer relocating to the Southern Zone, having two capable 4x4 vehicles already included can simplify the transition considerably and provide immediate transportation for exploring the region's beaches, mountains, rivers, and surrounding communities.
CONNECTIVITY & SECURITY
Despite its private jungle setting, the property is equipped with modern infrastructure suitable for comfortable full-time living or remote work.
Internet:
200/200 Mbps fiber-optic service
Additional Wi-Fi access points
Coverage throughout the home and exterior areas
Security:
Alarm system
Interior and exterior cameras
Remote monitoring from a phone
Secure storage closet with steel door and two locks
Automatic gated entrance with remote control and backup battery
COMFORT & FINISHES
Additional features include:
A/C in all rooms
Solid wood ceilings
Custom handmade wood furniture
Local cedar cabinetry and ceiling details
Solid wood accents
Two dehumidifiers
Extensive built-in shelving and storage
LED lighting throughout
Stiebel Eltron DCE 15 Plus on-demand hot water heater installed in 2025
New king mattress in primary bedroom
New queen mattress in guest bedroom
52-inch LG television
Washer and dryer
FULLY FURNISHED & TURN-KEY
The property is being sold fully furnished, allowing the new owner to move in or begin using the home immediately.
The sale includes the existing furniture, custom wood pieces, bedding, towels, curtains, kitchen appliances, refrigerators, microwave, toaster oven, BBQ, television, washer and dryer, and other furnishings currently in the home.
An outdoor bodega with a steel locking door provides additional storage and includes washer/dryer connections.
PARKING, WATER & ACCESS
The property offers parking for up to eight vehicles, including two covered parking spaces.
Additional practical advantages include:
Public road access
No access restrictions
Legal ASADA water
Automatic gated entrance
Ample parking for residents and guests
RESIDENTIAL OR RENTAL POTENTIAL
The combination of location, privacy, pool, mountain setting, modern infrastructure, and proximity to Dominical creates potential for both personal use and vacation or long-term rental income.
The property's existing layout also offers several possibilities for future expansion, including the potential addition of a pool-facing primary suite and conversion of the dining room/office into a third bedroom.
A COMPLETE COSTA RICAN JUNGLE RETREAT
This Lagunas de Barú property offers a rare combination of privacy, nature, modern amenities, established landscaping, and convenient access to the coast. With a renovated concrete home, saltwater pool, mountain views, fiber internet, security infrastructure, established tropical plantings, future expansion potential, and two 4x4 vehicles included, the property is exceptionally well equipped for immediate use.
Located just minutes from Dominical, it offers the opportunity to enjoy a peaceful mountain environment without giving up convenient access to the beach, restaurants, services, and amenities of the Southern Pacific coast.
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