22-hectare permaculture farm in southern Costa Rica

With two wooden houses, private water, fruit trees and primary forest – near Piedras Blancas / Golfito

Key data

• Plot size: 22 hectares

• Location: Approx. 600 m altitude, mainland side of the Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

• Climate: temperate, pleasant all year round

• Access: directly on a public road, about 4 km of gravel road from the Panamericana (4×4 recommended)

• Supply:

  • Electricity: state-owned provider ICE

  • Internet: Starlink (fast and stable)

  • Water: own well, springs and stream with small waterfalls

Buildings & Infrastructure

• Main house: approx. 50 m², built in 2020, traditional wooden construction on stilts

• Guesthouse: approx. 25 m², built in 2024

• Other buildings: Bodega (8 m²), greenhouse, horse and goat stable, chicken coop

• Open construction: Kitchen and bathroom deliberately designed openly – life takes place outdoors all year round

Nature & Use

• 15 hectares of primary forest – Home to numerous wild animals such as coatis, ocelots, panthers, monkeys and many species of birds (toucans, parrots, hummingbirds).

• 1.5 hectares of orchards with a variety of fruit trees (see list below).

• 3 hectares of pastureland for horses, goats and poultry.

• 3.5 hectares of cultivation area – currently planted with bananas, also ideal for rice, corn, potatoes or other permaculture projects.

• Watercourse with natural pools – refreshing alternative to a swimming pool.

Permaculture & Cultivation

For 5 years, the finca has been managed according to permaculture principles:

• Vanilla, cocoa, coffee, pepper

• Numerous fruit and medicinal plants

• Production of compost, organic fertilizers, and natural insect repellents – completely chemical-free.

The finca bears the Environmental quality seal “Bandera Azul” (currently 2 stars).

Animals (optional)

• 3 horses (2 mares, 1 gelding)

• 4 goats (3 female, 1 male)

• about 20 ducks and 25 turkeys

• Chickens for egg production

Fruit and crop plants

There are already numerous fruit trees and plants ready for harvest:

• Cocoa: approx. 175

• Vanilla: approx. 200

• Pepper: 10 plants

• Coffee: 17 + 5 Cafechino

• Bananas: approx. 0.5 hectares

• Pineapple: over 80

• Papaya, passion fruit, guanábana, zapote, guayaba, mangosteen, caimito, avocado, coconuts, mango, oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, carambola and much more

Additionally, numerous herbs, medicinal plants and roots: mint, basil, coriander, oregano, lemongrass, ginger, turmeric, chili varieties, tequisque, sweet potatoes, cassava and much more

Location & Accessibility

• Village 1 km away: small pulperías, primary school, churches, lively village community with football matches and festivals.

• Palmar Norte (33 km): Shopping & medical care

• Hospital in Cortez: approx. 45 km

• Beaches (Golfo Dulce or Pacific): approx. 1 hour drive

• Golfito (duty-free zone): approx. 1 hour

• Border with Panama: approx. 1.5 hours

• San Jose: approx. 5 hours

Special features

• Fantastic views of the Osa Peninsula and the Pacific Ocean

• Fully functional permaculture with years of experience

• Biodiversity: exotic wildlife directly on the property

• Self-sufficiency almost completely possible

• Ideal for Dropouts, eco-projects, retreats or sustainable agriculture

👉 This finca offers the rare combination of Primary forest, permaculture, animal husbandry, own water supply and modern basic equipment – in the middle of one of the most biodiverse regions in Costa Rica.

Property offer # 2447