A Rare Luxury Development Opportunity – Cacao Estates

Located just 10 minutes from Playa Dominical, this exceptional 117-acre estate offers a rare development opportunity in Costa Rica’s South Pacific, with commanding ocean and surrounding mountain views.

Set within a spectacular natural environment, the property combines elevated ocean-view building sites, waterfalls, established infrastructure, significant water resources, and extensive protected areas—creating a strong foundation for a world-class hospitality, residential, eco-luxury, or mixed-use development.

Elevated Ocean-View Building Sites

The estate spans approximately 220 to 380 meters above sea level, offering cooler temperatures, consistent breezes, and panoramic views.

Over 35 elevated building sites, many positioned along ridge lines and ready to build.

Expansive ocean and mountain views.

Natural topography supporting privacy, low-density design, and exceptional views.

Natural Waterfalls

Two natural waterfalls are located within the property, both accessible via internal roads and established paths. They provide unique settings for wellness, relaxation, eco-tourism, and nature-focused experiences, while adding distinctive character to any future development.

Development-Ready Infrastructure

Significant pre-development investment has already been completed:

Internal road network with engineered drainage and water-management systems.

Three perforated wells with water rights, supporting hospitality or large-scale development.

Underground electrical infrastructure extended to multiple building sites.

25 segregated and registered parcels, allowing for phased development, joint ventures, or strategic resale.

Environmental Integrity

Large portions of the estate remain protected natural areas, supporting abundant wildlife and biodiversity. This balance between development and conservation creates an ideal setting for eco-luxury hospitality, private residences, wellness retreats, and thoughtfully planned communities where nature is an integral part of the experience.

Ideal Uses

Luxury eco-resort or boutique hotel

Wellness and nature retreat

Luxury residential or villa community

Low-density master-planned development

Mixed-use development

Eco-tourism and experiential hospitality

A Rare Development Platform

Opportunities combining elevated ocean-view sites, on-site waterfalls, established infrastructure, significant water resources, protected natural areas, and proximity to Playa Dominical are exceptionally rare.

With its scale, infrastructure, natural assets, and strategic location, this 117-acre estate provides a substantial platform for creating a distinctive luxury destination in one of Costa Rica’s most sought-after coastal regions.