Frog Mouth Farms Natural Pond & Springs 21.5 Acres San Vito
Property reference: 980SVF
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$490,000
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Full Description:
Upon arrival at Finca Boca las Ranas the first thing we notice is the open gate, we get a welcomed feeling as we gaze beyond, we notice nothing but lush gardens, trees, nature! No house in sight. Curiosity is peaked.
You came hoping to find something special, isn’t that what we all want? We see so many wonderful pictures on the Internet depicting the richness of Costa Rica, it makes one wonder if it’s possible to find a Slice of Paradise. Could this be your own Private Reserve?
First, having a bit of a drive into the property allows one to anticipate something special is ahead. We are not disappointed. After driving about 100 mts, a pond appears on our left-hand side, a low, but rustic construction on the right (more on that later) and in the distance we catch a glimpse of a house perched on a hilltop. Total driveway length is 350 mts to house.
There is so much to say about this property, I’m not sure where to start. First, here are a few interesting facts.
Important Details
• 21 Acres (8.5 Hectares)
• Mediterranean Style Construction 250 mts2 or 2,690 sq. ft.
• Approximately 7 Acres includes all the constructions, and existing plantings.
• About 14 Acres are protected secondary forests, spring location and protection, hiking trails, views and more areas for future cabin construction.
• Private Pond with an overabundance of day and nighttime sounds, ‘Frog Haven’.
• River and Streams
• This property offers versatility and privacy along with a lot of potential.
• Completely Natural and Pesticide free for the past 20 years
• Great Climate at 3000 ft.(1000 mts) in altitude 65f to 82f (18-28C) year round
• 20 minutes from San Vito Center.
The lower part of the property between the pond and the river is very relaxing, during the day it’s a paradise for ducks and turtles, during the night the environment changes with the sound of the frogs, you can easily observe different species of frogs by their sounds such as the special glass frog.
It is also common to see many birds, migratory, and toucans, parrots and small mammals roaming freely throughout the property.
The land is very fertile and you can grow almost anything. Currently there are many bananas producing throughout the year, several mature fruit trees: soursop (guanabana) chestnut, oranges, lemons, jaboticaba, yucca, sugar cane, blackberries, different types of bamboo, etc. ask me for the list of plantings, I’d be happy to send !
Main House
• Turn-Key (Fully Furnished)
• Mediterranean Hacienda Style. The original builder was an Italian.
• 2, 666 sq. ft. under roof construction (247 sq. mts)
• Including 1,166 sq. ft. (103.75 mts. sq.) Veranda
• Ground Floor includes a large living room, Kitchen has been 90% rebuilt including new custom built wooden cabinets, and Brazilian granite countertop and a full bathroom, Spanish floor tiles.
• Also ground floor has a new wraparound covered veranda built with Mediterranean style curved arches and Spanish ceramic tiles.
• Second Floor, completely renewed metal roof including trusses, very large master bedroom, (could be partitioned for extra bedrooms, previously there were four small bedrooms) walk-in closets, full bathroom, and beautiful covered terrace with excellent views of the pond and mountains
• House walls and roof have been doubly insulated, keeping it very cool and comfortable on hot summer days.
• Septic Tank, Tubin and rainwater system completely renewed
Frog, Duck and Turtle Pond
• Lovely nighttime chorus of Frogs and Critters
• Free flowing spring and rainwater, in-ground canals to pond
• Small Food Forest planted in this vicinity.
• New concrete overflow control tubing in place
• Recently cleaned and cleared.
Small Cabin and Small Pizzeria
• A small concrete cabin was built about 5 yrs ago. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
with perfect view of the pond and the relaxing flow of the river on the other side.
• Rustic build stove/BBQ and smoker built by caretaker (full tico experience cooking)
• Cabin needs some TLC
• Small concrete Pizzeria/restaurant (two bathrooms, large kitchen space and covered veranda) was built by previous Italian owner using lots of local bamboo, a perfect project to be rebuilt for commercial use or an additional house.
Storage and Chicken Coop
• A new small concrete cabin is partially in-ground and being used for storage.
• Large, attached overhanging new metal zinc roof houses the Chickens
Greenhouses
• Currently there are two in use for growing veggies and herbs
• Greenhouses measure 13ft x 22 ft, (4x7mts) 13ft x 16 ft. (4x5mts)
Springs and Gravity fed Water System
• Spring Water = Gold of the Future
• Upper Spring, new concrete enclosed water collection tank captures 300 gal. (1250 lt.) tank
• Complete with 400 mts of new hose to cabin and main house
• Two mid stage plastic Enduraplas Eco water tanks of 385 gallons (1750 liter) w/pressure control and communication valves
• Second Spring has inground Enduraplas Eco water tanks also 380 gallons (1250 lts) with new hoses downstream being used for Green Houses and Cabins and watering the gardens. Also, with communication valves to switch source springs to downstream locations.
Other Details
• Internal road reinforced with 180,000 pounds of ballast material. All rain water cannels were cleared and maintained with concrete culverts replaced.
• The new bridge built 2 yrs. ago with reinforced concrete capable of 22 tons safe working load. Additionally, upstream side reinforced with river rock imbedded in cement.
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Property Information
Houses for sale,Land and farms,Sustainable
Survey: Yes Location: San Vito Title: Yes Size: 21 Acres Corporation: Yes Location: San Vito Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Status: Active
Features - Cell Signal
- Electricity
- Furnished
- Garage/covered parking
- Internet Services
- Jungle/Forested
- Mountain View
- Natural water source
- Near Main Road
- Near Medical Facilities
- Near Schools
- Near Shopping
- Near Town
- Public Water
- Remote Rural
- Rivers/Creeks
- Septic
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Lovely Mediterranean Style Home on 21 Acres
Pond and Pizzeria lower left
...your own private reserve!
after 100 mts we see pond and house in background
River
Possible Pizzeria or other, ideas galore!
Soursop or Guanabana
Classic Arches, plenty of space
Spacious living areas
Large bedroom could be divided for more sleeping rooms
new kitchen counters
Brazilian Granite
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