Enjoy the first ever Dominical Property “Paradise Pic of the Week”. This was taken at Playa Ventanas about 30 minutes south of Dominical. The beach is famous for its 2 caves that at low tide you can walk into and at high tide spit mist.
Plus a bonus picture for our Blog readers of one of the Ventanas, which means “windows”.
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REDUCED BY OVER $1,000,000 USD!!!!
Asking Price: $590,000 USD
Property Size: 7,584 m² / 0.75 hectares / 1.88 acres
The ultimate in luxury with top of the line finishes throughout the home and a large infinity pool with spectacular coastline views all the way to Manuel Antonio.
End of the road privacy within the exclusive community of Lagunas and only 15 minutes to Playa Dominical. Property includes large home, huge pool, garage and garage apartment of 1,500 sq ft, plus another big home site ready to build.
The main house has an open living room and kitchen overlooking the pool and view and a there is a spacious master bedroom and bath with Jacuzzi tub. Downstairs there is a self sufficient studio apartment with full kitchen as well. The un-used flat area between the garage and garage apartment and the main house could be used to build an amazing dream home and the current main house could be turned into the pool/guest house.
The amazing view spans all the way to Manuel Antonio and enjoys breathtaking year round sunsets. There are also mountain, valley, and jungle views with daily wild life visits such as White-Faced Monkeys, Toucans, Parrots, Sloths and more.
The property also borders a 75 acre private nature reserve with trials for hiking and nature watching. This is the perfect property for retirement residence, luxury vacation rental and second home, or family home in paradise.
The finished homes have top of the line finishes such as; ceramic tile roofing, granite everywhere, slate tile flooring, infinity pool, satellite TV, 3 full kitchens, high-speed internet, handmade custom wood cabinets, and more.
Additional Options for Sale: 2 Homes with 30 acres of land for $1,750,000 USD | 2 Homes with 100 acres of land for $2,750,000 USD
Living a more sustainable existence is a growing movement around the world; especially in modern times with so much wasteful pre-packaged goods and food products. A self-sustainable lifestyle in Costa Rica is not the answer for all, but a select bunch will find their own piece of paradise and be able to virtually live off the land. Joshua Kanter of United Country – Properties in Dominical discusses this eco-minded trend in the Southern Pacific Zone of Costa Rica.
Playa Dominical, Costa Rica (PRWEB) November 14, 2012
The planet’s population is growing at an alarming rate and there simply will not be enough resources for the future generations. Therefore there has been a collective shift by many towards sustainability and causing less environmental impact.
-World population reached 7 billion on October 31, 2011 and is estimated to reach 8 billion by 2030 (wikipedia.org)
-Water scarcity affects one in three people on every continent of the globe (World Health Organization)
-The world’s richest countries make up only one-fifth of global population but account for 45% of all meat consumption, 58% of total energy use, 84% of paper use, and 87% of vehicle ownership. (United Nations Development Programme – undp.org)
Joshua Kanter of Dominical Property a local Costa Rica real estate and property management company, shares his perspective of this current and growing market:
Many of our clients today are looking for a home with acreage or large ocean view property with its own water source and land capable of providing fresh organic fruits and vegetables. If a property can also support chickens or even some livestock, plus has an ample creek to make a Tilapia pond; then it becomes even more desirable among these types of customers. We have even seen buyers on a budget create a sustainable lifestyle with an affordable home on a couple acres or turning some raw usable land into a personal producing farm
The Southern Pacific Zone of Costa Rica still has pristine rain forest and is teaming with wildlife, therefore eco-minded tourists and investors are logically drawn to this area. This current trend is driving sustainable development projects such as; Osa Mountain Village which is a residential community that will have sharing of fruit and vegetable crops, as well as, poultry and Tilapia. This model of development has potential in Costa Rica and around the world as resources become more and more scarce
Although escaping to Costa Rica’s tropical shores may not be for everyone; it is a realistic and viable option for those that seek a simpler life with less of an ecological footprint.
Contact:
Joshua Kanter, Agent
United Country – Properties in Costa Rica.
Website: http://www.DominicalProperty.com
Blog: http://www.DominicalProperty.WordPress.com/
Toll Free: 1-888-679-1227
The coastal beach towns of Costa Rica all enjoy the freshest sea food and everyone has their favorite local fish stand. In the Dominical area it depends if you want whole fish or already cut filets.
Fish Shack at Playa Dominicalito
For whole fish you can go down to the beach in Dominicalito from the La Parcela Restaurant entrance and then drive to the right once you hit the beach. There you will find a little shack where most of the fishermen come in with their daily catch.
Whole Red Snapper
Here you can buy whole fish from the same place many of the re-sale vendors and restaurants buy it from for only a few bucks per fish.
Fish Stand in La Macha Parking Lot
If filleting fish is not you thing, then you can buy the already cut filets from the fish stand in the La Macha parking lot. This is right across from the La Parcela entrance in Dominicalito.
Sushi Grade Tuna Steaks
Here you can buy fresh sushi grade Tuna (Atun), Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Sea Bass (Corvina), or Red Snapper (Pargo) all for around only $10 per kg or 2.2lbs. They usually have Shrimp (Camarones) and sometimes even Lobster (Langosta), but both of those are more expensive.
So if you live in the Dominical area or are just visiting; fire up the BBQ and enjoy some fresh fish tonight!!
This is Dominical Property’s first Press Release and it got a very positive response and even made Yahoo! News and many other online news outlets: http://www.prweb.com/releases/costa_rican_real_estate/baby_boomers/prweb10102981.htm
Costa Rica is a natural choice for Baby Boomers due to its year round temperate climate, lower cost of living, advanced medical sector, and a short flight from most of the continental U.S. Joshua Kanter of United Country – Properties in Dominical discusses current retirement trends in Baby Boomer retirees.Playa Dominical, Costa Rica (PRWEB) November 06, 2012
Costa Rica has historically been a retirement haven for ex-pats and will be one of the top destinations for Baby Boomers to retire. The Southern Zone and Playa Dominical area are fast becoming more popular with retirees due to unparalleled natural beauty, laid back healthy lifestyle, easier access, plus convenient hospitals and clinics. Dominical Property, S.R.L. is a local real estate and property management expert that specializes in making the transition to Costa Rica as smooth as possible.
Baby Boomers Facts
-76.4 million Baby Boomers born from 1946 to 1964 (U.S. Census)
-A Baby Boomer turns 60 every 8.5 seconds (U.S. Census)
-More than 10,000 Baby Boomers will retire every day for the next 19 years (Pew Research Center)
According to Mary Furlong’s book, Turning Silver into Gold the top 3 financial concerns of Baby Boomers are as follows:
1.) Having enough money to retire
2.) Overall financial well being
3.) Having enough money for health care
So what will Baby Boomers look for in a retirement destination? Basically somewhere they can make their savings last and enjoy an active lifestyle, while staying fit and healthy.
The quality of life in Costa Rica is some of the best in the World and it has been ranked #1 on the Happy Planet Index (New Economic Foundation) for two consecutive years. The medical care in Costa Rica is also some of the best in Central America; as many travel here specifically for medical tourism. Most all fruits and produce are grown locally; meat and poultry are fresh; and seafood is plentiful.
Costa Rica has many micro-climates, but more and more Baby Boomers are exploring the Southern Pacific Zone. This area is best known for Playa Dominical, which was 18th on CNN Go’s list of the “World’s 50 Best Beaches”. The Playa Domincal area offers some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country, an abundance of wildlife, miles of secluded beaches, numerous waterfalls, and tons of outdoor activities from adventurous surfing, hiking, rafting, and zip-lining to more relaxing hobbies such as; bird watching, beach combing, fishing, and whale watching.
The Dominical-Uvita area, also known as Costa Ballena, has experienced recent growth and popularity due to the new Caldera Highway and paving of the Coastal Highway from Quepos; now only a 3 hour drive from San Jose. Also the Quepos Regional Airport is 30 minutes from Dominical and services daily commuter flights from San Jose.
Costa Ballena has all the amenities a retiree wants in casual and fine dining restaurants, banks, shopping, supermarkets, mechanics, pharmacies, and clinics. There are also 3 hospitals with in 30 to 45 minute drive in Quepos, San Isidro, and a new hospital in Cortes. The city of San Isidro is 40 minutes from Dominical and is one of the fastest growing cities in Central America. Modern conveniences mixed with a laid back lifestyle and lush rain forest surroundings make this one of the most desirable areas of Costa Rica.
Joshua Kanter of Dominical Property, S.R.L. (http://www.dominicalproperty.com/) says, “Our most common clients are those nearing retirement looking for a second home to eventually live here full or part time. Or those seeking ocean view property to build their dream home. Plus the Southern Zone still has very affordable real estate prices compared to other regions of Costa Rica real estate and this allows an investor’s dollar to go a long way.” He continues, “We have also seen an increased trend in retirees renting long term prior to a purchase in order to make sure the Costa Rica lifestyle is truly for them.”
Dominical Property, S.R.L assists Baby Boomers in retirement relocation with a wide array of Dominical real estate listings for sale and rent. The company can also manage a second home, recommend real estate and residency attorneys, and help facilitate the building process. The Southern Pacific Zone of Costa Rica is becoming a World class retirement destination and allows Baby Boomers a second chance at retirement.
Contact:
Joshua Kanter, Agent
United Country – Properties in Costa Rica
Website: http://www.DominicalProperty.com
Blog: http://www.DominicalProperty.WordPress.com/
Toll Free: 1-888-679-1227
Costa Rica is visited by approximately 2 million tourists per year and each comes here for various reasons, but all enjoy the country’s natural beauty no matter what area they visit. With so many micro-climates, activities, and sights; this country truly offers something for everyone. The following is a list of must see’s and do’s.
Zip-Line Tour – These tours are in every part of Costa Rica and some are more adventurous than others. However, it is always a thrill zipping through the jungle canopy; so look for a reputable tour close to where you are staying.
Arenal Volcano – This is one of the most famous attractions in Costa Rica and if you are lucky you can see this active volcano spewing lava at night from one of the many area hotels. There is also an amazing hot springs with Jacuzzi temperature waterfalls, cascades, and swimming holes.
La Paz Waterfall Park – This wonderful park has a mini zoo with some of the common and not-so-common wildlife for visitors to see. Plus they have three large waterfalls with walking trails along side that get you up close and personal with these natural wonders.
Manuel Antonio – The most visited National Park in Costa Rica located right next to Quepos. The park has some picture perfect post card white sand beaches, tons of wildlife, and more monkeys than people they say. Also plenty of boutique resorts, fine dining, and shopping.
Sport Fishing – The Pacific coast of Costa Rica has some of the best sport fishing in the World. Feel the rush of catching a Marlin or Sailfish, or catch dinner with a fresh Tuna or Mahi-Mahi. Sport fishing charters are available many places; but Quepos, Los Suenos, and Tamarindo offer the most options.
Horseback Tour – If you enjoy horseback riding, then you can almost always find a tour on the beach or to a waterfall in various areas of the country. In the Dominical area Don Lulu’s Horseback Tour to Nauyaca Falls is the most popular.
Rafting – White water rafting is another adventure activity you can enjoy during your stay. There are many for the whole family up to Class IV and V rapids for experienced rafters.
Surfing – Costa Rica is famous for its World Class waves and many surfers come from all over the globe. Up North there are “Witch’s Rock” and “Ollie’s Point” which are boat access breaks and down in the Southern most point is Pavones, which is one of the longest waves on the planet. The Caribbean side has “Salsa Brava” aka the “Costa Rican Pipeline”. Tons of other more mellow breaks and almost every coastal town has a surf school for beginners to learn.
Bird Watching – Even if you are not an avid birdwatcher you will see all kinds of tropical species daily from Toucans and Parrots to tons of Humming Birds and more. However, if you want to see the elusive Quetzal you will have to go to the high elevation cloud forests and spend some time there.
Sunset – No matter where you go on the Pacific coast you will surely experience the daily sunset ritual where everyone stops what they are doing and enjoys this moment of tranquility. Many beach-side bars and restaurants offer a sunset happy hour special.
Turtle Release – From September to November there are various Turtle conservation programs that you can participate in releasing baby turtles. This is a rewarding and memorable experience for the whole family.
Whale Watching – During months of migration along the coast Whales can be spotted with telescopes or you can take a guided boat tour for a closer encounter.
ATV Tour – Riding four wheelers through the mountain side and to local waterfall or beaches is a fun adventure and available in many tourism destinations throughout the country.
If you cannot do it all in one trip, then you will just have to come back soon! Pura Vida!!!
This past weekend in Silencio, a small local town where my in-laws live, it was a beautiful clear sunny morning on Saturday so we decided to take the kids to splash around in the river. There happened to be an excavator digging a trench to re-direct the river because it was beginning to erode one of the banks near the road. We went for a swim with the kids and watched as the huge machine did its work. 
When we were just about ready to go the excavator headed upstream and at that moment dug out the temporary dam it had made and the river instantly changed course. Well, talk about being in the right place at the right time. A large section of about 200 feet of the river dried up and created small pools everywhere with river shrimp and fish splashing around. I grabbed a bag from the car and we got all the shrimp and few large fish we could find; literally fishing with our hands! 
After bringing the catch back to the house we cleaned it up and prepared some fresh fish for lunch and saved the shrimp for lunch the next day. 
The fish was really tasty and river shrimp are like craw fish, but taste like lobster here! Fun experience for us and the kids; as it is not every day you get to fish with your hands!
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