Rio Tortuga Multi-Residence Estate in Cinco Ventanas

Set within the tropical landscape of Cinco Ventanas, this versatile 5.65-acre estate is ideally located between Ojochal and Uvita. With approximately 200 feet of frontage along the Río Tortuga, multiple residences and additional prepared building areas, the property offers exceptional potential for private living, a multigenerational compound, vacation rentals or a boutique retreat. The landscaped grounds feature mature tropical gardens, fruit trees, stone pathways and several inviting outdoor spaces. Finished internal roads with drainage, retaining walls and natural stone staircases provide convenient access throughout the property and down to the river. Three distinct residences, a large rancho and a substantial additional structure create a flexible foundation for a variety of residential or hospitality concepts. The Residences Newly Built One-Bedroom Home Completed in April 2024, this approximately 765 sq. ft. home offers one bedroom and one-and-a-half bathrooms. Features include: • Vaulted ceilings and air conditioning • Kitchen with an extra-large gas range, pot filler, vent hood and garbage disposal • Maytag washer and gas dryer • Private parking • Landscaped garden, stone pathways and firepit Five-Bedroom Main House The approximately 1,400 sq. ft. main residence provides five bedrooms and four full bathrooms, making it well suited for families, guests or rental use. Recent improvements include: • New insulated roof • Updated plumbing and electrical systems • Renovated kitchen and bathrooms • Air conditioning • Tile flooring and fresh interior paint The Jane Goodall Residence Offering approximately 3,000 sq. ft., this spacious home is named in recognition of the property’s history as a biological research center and a reported visit by renowned conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall. The residence includes: • Two large bedrooms with private bathrooms • Lock-off guest and laundry suite • Open-plan kitchen, living and dining area • Additional guest bathroom • Updated electrical system • Gas stove and tankless water heater • Built-in pantry • Covered patio, firepit and private garden • Custom stone carving at the garden entrance Rancho and Additional Structure The expansive rancho provides a welcoming central gathering space with a full outdoor kitchen, new sink, tankless water heater and two guest bathrooms. A separate bodega and workshop is already plumbed and wired. Previously arranged with a six-bedroom, six-bathroom layout, it offers potential for conversion into an additional residence, fitness facility, art studio or retreat space, subject to the appropriate permits and inspections. Property Highlights • 5.65 acres of landscaped tropical grounds • Approximately 200 feet of Río Tortuga frontage • Three individual residences • Large rancho with outdoor kitchen and guest bathrooms • Additional plumbed and wired structure • Two prepared building sites with underground water and electricity connections • Internal roads with drainage • Retaining walls, stone staircases and landscaped pathways • Gated entrance • Cleared river access and natural swimming areas • Flat lawns, firepits and riverfront seating spaces • Citrus, mango, coconut, banana, pineapple, starfruit and culinary herbs • Fiber-optic internet ready; Starlink currently in use • Multiple air-conditioning and laundry facilities • Frequent sightings of monkeys, tropical birds and butterflies • Approximately seven minutes from Playa Ventanas • Convenient access to Ojochal, Uvita, restaurants, schools, supermarkets and beaches Rio Tortuga Multi-Residence Estate brings together established infrastructure, natural beauty and significant room for future development. It is a distinctive opportunity for buyers seeking a private rainforest estate or a property capable of supporting a larger residential, rental or retreat vision in Costa Rica’s Southern Zone.