Beachfront Lifestyle & Hospitality Business Opportunity
Main Residence + Guest House | Pool | Fee Simple Ownership
El Roble, Puntarenas – Central Pacific, Costa Rica
Asking Price: $425,000 USD
Financing Available (25% Down for Qualified Buyers)
Business Overview
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fee simple beachfront property with proven versatility in Costa Rica’s Central Pacific. The asset combines owner-occupied living, vacation rental potential, and event / retreat use, all in a fully accessible, non-HOA beachfront setting.
The property has been used as a private primary residence for over 20 years, but its layout, beachfront access, and independent guest house make it highly suitable for short-term rentals, wellness retreats, and small private events, subject to local permits.
Property & Assets Included
- 2,200 m² (0.54 acres) beachfront lot
- Approx. 345 m² (3,700 sq ft) of construction
- Main two-story beachfront home
- Independent guest house
- Swimming pool
- Direct walk-out access to the beach
- Fee simple title (not concession land)
- No HOA
- No short-term rental restrictions
- 4 on-site parking spaces
All structures, improvements, and land are included in the sale.
Main Residence (Owner / Primary Unit)
- 3 bedrooms
- 3 full bathrooms
- Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas
- Large beachfront terrace
- Designed for full-time living, hosting, or rental use
Independent Guest House (Income Unit)
- 1 bedroom
- 1 full bathroom
- Kitchen and dining area
- Private entrance
- Ideal for guests, caretakers, or rental income
Location & Market
Located in El Roble, Puntarenas, the property offers direct, walkable beachfront access in a well-established coastal community with excellent infrastructure.
While El Roble is not a luxury resort destination, it is valued for:
- Everyday convenience
- Strong local demand
- Easy access and livability
- Central positioning within the Pacific corridor
Accessibility Highlights
- Walk directly from the property onto the beach
- Fully paved road access (no 4x4 needed)
- Less than 5 minutes to hospitals, supermarkets, restaurants, and schools
- Approx. 90 minutes to San José International Airport (SJO)
Operations & Use Potential
- Vacation rental (short-term or mid-term)
- Owner-operated boutique hospitality concept
- Wellness, yoga, or retreat programs
- Small weddings, private celebrations, and corporate workshops (subject to permits)
Market-based rental comparisons suggest strong nightly rate potential and consistent demand due to beachfront access and accessibility.
Growth & Expansion Potential
- Optimize the guest house as a dedicated rental unit
- Position the main house for premium beachfront stays
- Package retreat or wellness stays
- Develop an event-based offering leveraging beachfront setting
- Long-term appreciation through fee simple beachfront ownership
Ideal Buyer Profile
- Lifestyle buyers seeking beachfront living with income flexibility
- Owner-operators looking for a manageable hospitality asset
- Buyers seeking beachfront ownership without luxury-market pricing
- International buyers interested in Costa Rica’s stable real estate market
Financing
Financing is available for qualified U.S. and Canadian buyers with approximately 25% down, through U.S.-based lending partners.
The loan process is similar to U.S. standards, with funds disbursed in Costa Rica.
Reason for Sale
The property has served as a long-term primary residence and is now being offered to a buyer who can unlock its full hospitality and lifestyle potential.
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