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21022 - Magical Jungle Retreat

$649,000

Barú, San José, San José Province, Costa Rica

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Last Updated: 07/14/2025

200 sqm

Building Size

11,098 sqm

Lot Area

Details:
Building Size:    200 sqm
Lot Area:    11,098 sqm
Year Built:    2023
Parking Spots:    10
Description:

Turnkey Retreat – Yoga Center in Platanillo ready for 11 guests, expandable

A Rare Opportunity to Buy a Turnkey Jungle Retreat Center in Costa Rica.
Magical Jungle Retreat is actually sanctuary, immersed in the jungle, offers the perfect blend of serenity, nature, and modern convenience. Located only 15 minutes from the beach of Dominical and just 3 minutes by car from the main road, it enjoys a peaceful and private setting. Despite its seclusion, it benefits from Aya water, ICE electricity, and fiber-optic internet—a rare combination for remote jungle retreats.

The property is designed as a sanctuary for yoga retreats, healing, transformation, and deep connection with nature. Hidden within the lush jungle of Costa Rica’s South Pacific region, this intimate retreat center combines well-designed spaces with an energy of peace and presence.

Why This Place is Truly One-of-a-Kind
• Natural Beauty & Water Features: Two year-round jungle streams cross the land, offering soothing soundscapes and access to a private swimming hole and riverside beach.
• Convenient Yet Secluded: Despite its close proximity to the main road (less than 1 km), this retreat is fully immersed in nature and silence, with only birds, water, and wind in the trees. A spectacular private waterfall is just a 10-minute walk away.
• Utilities: Connected to ICE electricity, Aya public water, and strong fiber-optic internet, this property combines the tranquility of the jungle with the practicalities of modern living.

Built Structures
• Main House: A permitted 51 m² house with an additional 15m² attic room. It has its own gate and separate entrance, making it ideal for the owner, caretakers, or as an independent rental space. Fully private from the retreat.
• Wooden Cabin: A charming wooden cabin with two rooms (double/single), a porch, kitchenette, and bathroom—also an excellent Airbnb opportunity.
• Glamping Area: Includes 3 Tipis and 2 Glamping Tents, all with electricity, mosquito nets, natural views, and space for storage.
• Communal & Retreat Spaces:
o A Yoga Shala with jungle and stream views
o Open-air kitchen and communal chill-out area under cover
o Open-air bathrooms with hot water, nestled in the forest
o Three individual gated entrances: one for the main retreat space, one for the residential house, and one for the wooden cabin
• Expansion Potential: Space and permission to build a large house and pool on the main area, with a massive septic tank system already in place to support future builds.
Space already available to add 3 more glamping units, for a total capacity of 14–15.
• Trails: Beautiful jungle trails throughout the property.

Land & Nature
• Size: The 1.1-hectare (3-acre) property features a fruit forest with over 50 trees planted.
• Pathways: Multiple forest pathways lead to the glamping zone, yoga shala, river, and swimming hole.
• Future Development: Across the river, a private plot is ready for development, perfect for a future cabin, lounge, or meditation spot.
• Wildlife: Abundant wildlife including toucans, hummingbirds, butterflies, and coatis visit daily.
• Microclimate: The area offers a breezy microclimate cooler than the coast—perfect for comfort during the hotter months.

Location
• Nearby Amenities: Just a 15-minute walk (or 3-minute drive) to Platanillo village, where you’ll find an organic store, café, market, pharmacy, and bus stop.
• Beaches & Waterfalls: 15 minutes to Dominical surf beach; 5–15 minutes to Nauyaca and Diamante waterfalls; 40–55 minutes to Bahia Ballena and Manuel Antonio National Parks.
• Airports: 3–3.5 hours to San José Airport (SJO) via shuttle or private transfer, and only 40 minutes to Quepos Airport (XQP).

A Uniquely Positioned Sanctuary
This retreat center is situated in one of Costa Rica’s most dynamic and desirable regions—just 20 minutes from the famous surf town of Dominical, known for its laid-back vibe, beachside cafés, and year-round waves. The center is nestled near Tinamaste, a renowned hub for plant medicine, permaculture, and conscious living. It's also a short drive from San Isidro de El General, Costa Rica’s second-largest city, offering access to major services, stores, an international hospital, and university.

Surrounded by vibrant energy and like-minded projects, the land is also within close reach of two of Costa Rica’s most well-known intentional communities: Awake and Holos. This makes the property ideal for those called to live, create, and serve from a place of deep connection.

Ready for the Next Guardian

This retreat center is ideal for:
• Retreat leaders seeking a ready-to-go, legal, and soulful location.
• Wellness entrepreneurs looking to build a deeper legacy.
• Land stewards or off-grid visionaries ready to expand with nature.
• Collectives or couples desiring a blend of personal privacy and professional space.

This place is already infused with presence, held with intention, and waiting for its next chapter. Ful

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