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Zancudo, Puntarenas
The Secret Garden
3 Bed|2 Bath|200m²
Zancudo, Puntarenas
LOCATION: Zancudo, Puntarenas
Playa Zancudo is a beach community like no other; laid back, tight-knit, colorful, relaxing, and extremely low stress. The Secret Garden at Playa Zancudo is tucked away off the main road, perfectly located between the beach and the river.
Handcrafted Home
This is a handcrafted home with rock, wood, tile, and stone. It has been meticulously maintained, waiting for the new owners. The yard has been purposely planted with fruit trees, as well as, a variety of herbs, spices and vegetables.
Two Kitchens
This duplex has two full living spaces with the downstairs having an oversized kitchen that is perfect for larger groups with one bedroom and one bathroom. There is room to expand by adding another bedroom and bathroom. The upstairs unit has two bedrooms and one bathroom, a comfortable living room, a nicely appointed kitchen, and beautiful views.
The lot backs to the river and has direct, public access to the ocean that can never be built upon. On the lot, there is a family of two-toed sloths, two types of monkeys, and many different types of birds.
Secret Garden of Playa Zancudo is currently listed on Airbnb which generates an income. Currently, there's a commercial permit associated with the property that can be transferred with the sale.
Close to restaurants and the many social activities that Zancudo offers. The possibilities for this house are endless. For more information on what to do in the area, click here.
Amenities:
Optimal downtown location (downtown? School, church a few restaurants, soccer field)
Ideal swimming and close walking to everything you need.
6000 sq ft lot in residential zoning
Handcrafted stone, steel, and wood home
1st floor has 1 bedroom, 2 bath, large kitchen, decks, bodega/laundry
2nd floor has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen/living area, decks.
Both 110 / 220 volts available
City water/Drinkable tap water
Septic, separate gray water and grease traps
DSL internet
Telephone
Off the main road
Private gardens in front and back
Commercial Permit in Place
Permits for bakery and gift shop
Main house: 562m2
Duplex
100 Meters from Beach
350 Meters from River
Small Solar power
All rocks on house came from Pavones/hand-carried
Security alarm
Kitchen on septic
Attic space
Direct access to the beach
Very Private - Has no public access
Income-producing property on Airbnb - Secret Garden
Additional congruent lots available
Fruit Trees:
Papaya
Pink grapefruit
Black pepper
Citronella
Platanos
Banana
Ylang Ylang
Lime
Lemongrass
This is the perfect opportunity to plug in and start enjoying the Pura Vida Lifestyle of Costa Rica.
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