Earth Ship in Costa Rica or Not
Property reference: 735 SVQ
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$172,000
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Full Description:
One of a kind, unseen in this part of the country. A great find for the right persons.
We were truly excited to be viewing a property such as this. We had never seen it up close, only from a distance; looking up into the mountains you’ll notice what appears to be a Quonset Hut Structure. It could in all actuality be the beginning of an EARTHSHIP.
Sound good so far? After I had a chance to review the property and let it really ‘sink –in’ I find this to be an exquisite property.
This is 17 Acres in secondary forests, a mixture of huge pine trees and amarillon (a fine hardwood) we think some of the understory could use a bit of clearing out, the undergrowth has taken over and it’s difficult to walk about, the farm has been abandoned for several years. The locals call this property ‘the island’ because there are two streams on either side of the property that join at one point therefore isolating the land ‘like an island’. Although you would not have any sense of an ‘island feel’, the property is very large and one side is very steep running down to the stream amongst very tall trees. We were told there is also a Waterfall about 20 feet high with a few natural swimming pools. The altitude here is roughly 3000 feet, waterfalls and streams can be chilly too!
Walking around the old drive, which is totally overgrown now, but there is a circular trail through the forest and you can get the sense that this is a ridge top. One side of the Earthship (Quonset Hut) opens out, with fantastic Mountain Views of the Coto Brus Valley and the Amistad National Park in the distance, looking east we can see the views to Panama (only about 5 miles in a straight line) and the Volcano Baru. The View from the Earthship is 180 degrees.
Although located only 2 miles from the center of San Vito, it is very hidden and nearly at the end of a small dirt road, no one really drives down towards the end so you can be assured of complete privacy. The property is Gated at the entrance and the construction cannot be seen at all, the only way you can get a glimpse of the building is from a distant ridge a mile or so away. The paved highway is only about 1/3 of a mile away. At this time the driveway is overgrown, so we could not drive up. From the gate to the construction (earthship) I would say it is over 100 yards (meters) and heavily forested. Again the construction cannot be seen from anywhere upon entering.
Since it runs along a ridge top the view extends beyond the construction site and there is room for a couple more constructions or cabins with this same incredible views!.
The Aluminum Quonset Construction came from Florida, the owner purchased and shipped it to Costa Rica, it measures 100’ x 30’. It’s quite unique, we’ve seen a lot of different construction here and considering the amount of rainfall and problems with overhangs and ‘blow-ins’ from the wind the Quonset framing is a excellent Idea. Strength! about 60 lbs of resistance per sq. ft. Over 10,000 sheet metal screws were used too. There will never be any problem with termites; the inside is completely dry and spacious. Very lightweight, you’ll never have to worry about tons of concrete falling due to earthquakes! The more I thought about the benefits of this type of construction the more I liked it.
One end is the entry way for 2 full size cars (under roof) the center area would be perfect for living quarters (it measures 46’x29’) the center area opens out to the front and overview, a perfect area to build a large outdoor deck which would extend out over the retaining wall. At the far end there is a concrete block swimming pool (16’x30’) indoors! Year round swimming! The pool has not been completed, it is deep, at least 6 ‘the shallow entrance way is perfect for small people to play. Next to the pool indoor plants could be planted, small trees, shrubs etc. How unique to be able to create your own gardens ‘inside’ under roof. Imagine all that you could grow if you were able to control the amount of rain and ‘sunshine’.
Hydroponics? Artificial light? Indoor gardening! …………..it’s all possible here.
Construction began about 3 years ago; the owners had experienced a life changing event and returned to the states. What I particularly love about this construction is the fact that one can live in it now! Like camping, the floor is still dirt. But it’s dry! And large, so building your living area inside under roof is easy without dealing with the elements!
There is electricity and internet service is available. Water can be obtained from a spring on property but also has city water only 400 meters away from the property.
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Property Information
Land and farms,Sustainable
Survey: Yes Title: Yes Size: 17 Acres Corporation: Yes Location: San Vito Status: Active
Features - 4x4 access only
- Cell Signal
- Garage/covered parking
- Internet Services
- Jungle/Forested
- Mountain View
- Natural water source
- Near Main Road
- Near Medical Facilities
- Near Schools
- Near Shopping
- Near Town
- Pool
- Remote Rural
- Septic
- Waterfalls
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