Private Mountain Retreat in Costa Rica – $90K
Bordering a scenic creek, this 0.8-acre property in Costa Rica features a 2,700-square-foot residence with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Enjoy complete privacy while being just minutes away from stunning volcano vistas and outdoor adventures.
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- 2 bed
- 2 bath
- 2,700 sqft
- 0.80 acre lot
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About This Private Mountain Retreat in Costa Rica
This 0.8-acre estate in El Recreo offers a peaceful mountain retreat just 12 minutes from downtown Turrialba. The property features a total of 2,700 square feet of construction, comprising a comfortable two-bedroom, two-bath home and an attached covered outbuilding perfect for a workshop or additional parking. Bordered by a scenic creek, the property provides a private sanctuary with easy access to the nearby volcano and world-class rafting on the Pacuare River. With expansive garden space and a versatile layout, this estate captures the authentic lifestyle of Costa Rica’s coffee highlands.
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If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
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El Recreo, Turrialba, Costa Rica $90,000 USD
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El Recreo, Turrialba, Costa Rica
El Recreo is a hidden gem in the Turrialba valley, offering a “best of both worlds” location for those who want a quiet, rural atmosphere without sacrificing convenience. Perched on the hillsides west of downtown Turrialba, this neighborhood feels like a lush mountain retreat characterized by rolling green pastures, family-owned coffee fincas, and small dairy farms. For an American traveler, it’s akin to staying in a tropical version of the Blue Ridge Mountains or the Swiss Alps, where the morning fog clings to the hills and the air is noticeably cooler and fresher than the humid coastal regions.
The local area is the undisputed “Adventure Capital” of Costa Rica’s Central Highlands, famously serving as the gateway to the Pacuare and Reventazón Rivers. While El Recreo itself is a peaceful residential enclave, you are only about ten minutes away from world-class whitewater rafting, canyoning, and mountain biking. The neighborhood’s elevation provides a front-row seat to the Turrialba Volcano; on clear days, you can see its impressive plume against the sky, and at night, the twinkling lights of the town below create a serene backdrop for the area’s growing number of boutique eco-lodges and organic farm stays.
Beyond the adrenaline, the region is deeply rooted in Costa Rican “Tico” culture and agrotourism. You’ll find yourself surrounded by the scents of blooming coffee plants and the sight of local cowboys (sabaneros) tending to cattle. It is the birthplace of the famous Turrialba cheese—the only cheese in the country with a protected designation of origin—and you can visit nearby farms to see the production process firsthand. With the Guayabo National Monument (Costa Rica’s most significant archaeological site) just a short drive away, El Recreo offers a rare mix of ancient history, high-octane sport, and authentic farm-to-table living.
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