Amazing place!
Stunning 480 ha (almost 1,200 acres) cattle ranch and forest reserve, high in the mountains near Monteverde. Roughly half is a working cattle ranch on open pastures, while the other half is tropical forests and biological corridors. Elevations range from 500 meters in the river valleys to 1000 meters in the high pastures (1600-3300 feet).
La Guaria Ranch is on the main road, only 3.5 miles from Monteverde, but it sits in a different climate—moderate and comfortable, avoiding the chilly, foggy conditions of the cloud forest and the heat of the plains. This makes the ranch the perfect place to host guests or residents who want access to Monteverde. In Monteverde, cloud forest reserves, adventure parks, research institutes, schools, restaurants and boutique hotels have made it one of the most important ecotourism destinations in the world. La Guaria itself has a fantastic variety of topography, vegetation, and climate. There are rolling hills, deep valleys with old forests, and epic views in every direction, especially the sunsets over the Gulf of Nicoya and hills beyond.
The property includes thirty year-round springs, as well as river and creek frontage. Parts of the existing forest lie within the Bellbird Biological Corridor, helping to connect two important river valleys. Public water and power are available.
This ranch offers multiple possibilities. There are numerous large and small hotel sites with locations for a supporting residential development. It can be a site for a spectacular family compound or small community. Or it can be preserved as a working ranch and reserve. The options are limitless.
Additionally, there is a 20 acre (8.3 HA) section in the property that can be separated from the rest: a high mesa on the public road is an ideal location for a potential hotel or residences with truly impressive views.
Preliminary master plans for the entire property available are available for review by potential buyers.