Los Cedros Residence
This property offers panoramic views of sunrises over the Irazú and Barva volcanoes, as well as majestic sunsets over the mountain range. The city lights stretch from Tres Ríos in Cartago to the capital city of San José, passing through Desamparados, Escazú, Santa Ana, and reaching the international airport in Alajuela. From the property, you can also appreciate three prominent volcanoes: Irazú, Barva, and Poás.
Built for a discerning clientele, this residence is perfectly situated at 1,400 meters above sea level, combining its privileged location with an optimal climate. It is conveniently located just 15 minutes from Juan Santamaría International Airport. The estate is accessible via a private, gated entrance that leads to a driveway lined with royal palms and a small vineyard. The entrance features a duplex apartment suitable for guests or staff.
Amenities include meticulously maintained gardens, an organic vegetable garden, a vineyard, a wild blackberry plantation, fruit trees, and a carefully tended coffee plantation, allowing for the enjoyment of high-altitude gourmet coffee. The central area of the estate features the main house, a barn, horse stables, a spacious entertainment ranch with a terrace, and two cozy guest houses.
The main guest house offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an office, a terrace, and a two-car garage. The ranch is equipped with top-tier entertainment facilities, including a commercial stove, gas grill, and fryers, among others. The property also includes a concrete and steel building with ample space for workshops, storage, and recreational areas.
The main house, designed by a renowned local architectural firm, boasts the highest quality finishes and construction. It is an open, well-ventilated space accented by exotic wood doors and a grand entrance with coffered ceilings. The layout seamlessly integrates the office, living areas, and dining room with terraces that surround it, offering continuous panoramic views.
The master bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, a large walk-in closet, an elegant bathroom, and a private terrace. The property also includes a spacious office area, additional bedrooms with private balconies, and an infinity pool surrounded by lush gardens and terraces—perfect for relaxation and entertainment.
This is one of the most exquisite homes in the area, radiating tranquility and well-being through its stunning views and integrated amenities. For those seeking a shift toward a more private, wellness-focused lifestyle, this property is a sanctuary of peace and seclusion. It offers an unparalleled retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life, ensuring complete privacy amidst the splendor of nature.
Additional Features:
• Over 1,500 feet of stamped concrete internal roads, with sidewalks and drainage ditches; other gravel roads provide full access to the estate, all with proper drainage
• 444 feet (198 meters) of concrete walls front the property, featuring a beautiful 16-foot (4.8-meter) automatic steel gate
• 526 feet (160 meters) of wooden fencing, 578 feet (175 meters) of wire mesh fencing, with the rest of the estate enclosed by natural barriers. All entry gates are made of steel
• Automatic watering systems for livestock
• Underground electrical system, sewerage, and gas management systems
• The property includes paved internal roads with two access points, adding significant value for future development of additional homes
• Two professionally built dog pens
• An excellent area near the main house designated for a helipad
• A three-tier stone fountain at the main entrance
• Covered vehicle access at the main entrance
• Italian tiles throughout the main house
• All rooms feature high ceilings
• Doors, hallways, and bathrooms are wheelchair accessible thanks to wide doorways
All green areas are maintained with tree species that attract birds close to the house. Flowering trees add color to certain areas of the property during blooming seasons, visible from any of the terraces and balconies of the main house.
There are two pens in front of the stables, ideal for small-scale breeding (sheep, ponies, pigs). Next to one of the guest houses, facing the stables, there is a parking area for vehicles used during ranch activities, without obstructing passage, with access to the pool for service—perfect for any social event without entering the main house.
This property can be purchased with the entire land or part of it, as follows:
Option 1: USD $2,480,000
Construction Area: 2,470.64 m²
Land Area: 15,000 m² – 1.5 hectares
Annual Municipal Tax: $1,100
Annual Solidarity Tax: $900
Option 2: USD $4,980,000
Construction Area: 2,470.64 m²
Land Surface: 53,335.40 m² – 5.3 hectares
Annual Municipal Tax: $1,400
Annual Solidarity Tax: $900