Friday, May 28, 2010

Costa Rica Real Estate Project Bridges the Gap Between Man and Nature

Costa Rica Real Estate Project Bridges the Gap Between Man and Nature

the type of bridge that will be at Hacienda Matapalo
“One of the most appealing features of Hacienda Matapalo is being surrounded by a natural, lush rainforest,” said the project’s Executive Vice President Brian Albury. “The development’s 125-plus acre dedicated nature preserve and 90 acre nature conservancy parcel have helped drive our efforts from the beginning to be a ‘green,’ low-impact development.”

One of the most appealing features of Hacienda Matapalo is being surrounded by a natural, lush rainforest.
The suspension bridge is the latest feature to be added to the environmentally-minded development that will include an equestrian center and nature trails ideal for hiking and horseback riding. Because the majority of the area’s wildlife lives within the rainforest canopy, the hanging suspension bridge will close the gap between man and nature, allowing homeowners and visitors alike to have an up close and personal experience at the preserve.

Hacienda Matapalo Costa Rica Real Estate has tasked key members of its development team with the sole purpose of implementing and maintaining extensive environmental stewardship before, during and after construction.

“It is our goal to utilize the latest ‘green’ technology wherever possible without jeopardizing our commitment to deliver the highest standards to our homeowners,” Albury said. “We believe that a balance and harmony with nature and our immediate environment will make Hacienda Matapalo a truly unique place to live.”

Some of Hacienda Matapalo’s ongoing efforts include:

  • Minimized clearing of the present land (dense forest to remain throughout constructed areas)
  • A percentage ratio of 70:30 natural land to developed land (based on a total area of 665 acres)
  • For every tree that must be removed, up to three trees will be planted as replacement
  • There will be an onsite nursery
  • There will be an onsite wastewater treatment plant
  • Landscaping will consist of native species (reducing the need for water and fertilizer)
  • Subterranean power and electrical lines will be used where feasible and strict safeguards will be in place to ensure above ground lines pose no threat to wildlife
  • Recycling receptacles will be in place throughout the property, including an intensive recycling program
  • Energy saving air-conditioning systems will be used
  • A water agreement has been put into place to supply the nearby town of Hatillo with fresh drinking water
  • Onsite lakes will serve as recession ponds, natural habitats and home for many native fish
  • A biologist/naturalist with extensive knowledge of local flora and fauna will be on staff
  • There will be ongoing communication and involvement with the homeowners and community (i.e. community awareness and social responsibility)
  • Exploratory use of cutting-edge “green” technology will constantly be considered throughout development and construction

Albury pointed out that Hacienda Matapalo will also utilize environmentally friendly goods for many of its external building materials including: use of concrete which contains post-consumer materials, siding and external finishes that contain post-consumer materials, low or no volatile organic compounds (VOC) finishes/paints/adhesives, sustainable and locally farmed woods and materials, pervious or permeable pavers/materials for walkways and parking, recycled materials for roofing and materials that drain well and do not hold moisture or heat.

To learn more about Hacienda Matapalo and their Green Project, visit their Web site.

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Wednesday, May 26, 2010

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Two Great Options
In Costa Rica
To Choose From!

A shared ownership in a private vacation home, where your spectacular new property becomes more than just a place to stay
when you travel to Costa Rica.


Or

Sole ownership in a Small Intimate Gated
Community in one of the sweetest spots
in allof Costa Rica.




Casa La Big Sur

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The allure of Costa Rica is magical. Now you can own a piece of it and relax in luxury at Casa La Big Sur, our place in "little paradise." With some of the best views available of Costa Rica's dramatic Pacific coastline - which is dotted with islands and headlands as far as the eye can see - you can indulge in the ownership of your private vacation home.

With fractional ownership at Casa La Big Sur you will enjoy the full use of this magnificent mansion's features and amenities several weeks during the year.

Casa La Big Sur includes:


* 5 Bedroom, 5 Bathroom, furnished

* 6,500 sq. ft. tropical Masterpiece

* Central A/C throughout

* Great Room, deluxe kitchen, living and dining space

* 2 Master bedrooms with balconies

* Game and exercise rooms

* Outdoor shower

* Large infinity pool and heated spa

* Detached garage and workshop

* Lush landscaping and tropical setting

* 24/7 private security, gated entrance

* Concierge services available


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Contact a Property Specialist now!


Tierra Verde Uvita

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Small Intimate Gated Community

In one of the Sweetest Spots
in all of Costa Rica!

Home sites starting at $90,000 USD

A must-see for those seeking peace, quiet, beauty and tranquility. Tiera Verde Uvita is a Costa Rica Green Community just south of Dominical.

This magical stretch of Costa Rica's Southwest Coast offers some of the best views found anywhere in the world. We let nature dictate how we should develop our properties and we strive to protect the large wildlife corridors found throughout the area.

The Location

Beautiful Ocean Views in
the Uvita Neighborhood

There are many beautiful ocean views around Uvita. A short trip to Dominical, Escaleras, Ventanas, Ojochal, Cortez and Palmar Sur offer the best Costa Rica ocean views, like great sunsets and additional amenities that make Uvita one of the hottest spots in Costa Rica Real Estate. The new hospital opened in March of 2008 and is located 15 minutes south on the Costanera highway adjacent to the town of Cortez.

Your home's standard features include:

* Cable and Internet ready

* Large exterior glass walls to maximize stunning views

* Air conditioning

* Stainless-steel appliances, refrigerator, gas range,
range hood, microwave and dishwasher

* Granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms

* Ceramic and wood tile throughout

* Built-in safe

* Large laundry room with washer and dryer

* Purified drinking water system

* Covered parking with storage locker for each unit

* Bali architecture to fit into the jungle

* Wood beams and teak ceilings

* Expansive windows

* Exterior stone finishes to match the natural surroundings

* Bali style roof plans with ventilation and tiles for house
cooling

View additional homes

Contact a Property Specialist now!


Register now for our next eSeminar

Plan to attend the next eSeminar
on Thursday, June 17
6 to 7 PM Eastern Time

Join Executive Vice President
Brian Albury as he will share
fascinating information about
Costa Rica and how you can
build your customized
dream home.


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Corporate Office
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Thursday, May 20, 2010

Hacienda Matapalo Costa Rica tops $60m in PreSales

Costa Rica Real Estate Pre-Construction Sales Surpass $60 Million at Hacienda
Matapalo
The best selling Costa Rica property, Hacienda Matapalo, has once again reached new heights
by surpassing the $60 million mark in pre-construction sales.
(PRWEB) May 20, 2010 -- The best selling Costa Rica property, Hacienda Matapalo, has once again reached new
heights by surpassing the $60 million mark in pre-construction sales.
“People have caught on,” said Dave Matluck, chief executive officer of Pegasus Star Limitada, the developer of
Hacienda Matapalo. “Luxurious. Adventurous. Relaxing. Environmentally friendly . . . these are the words we
hear every day about Hacienda Matapalo from the people who visit our location and decide to buy. From
lakefront condominium-villas to single family estates, the home of your dreams is waiting for you at our 24-hour
secured gated community.”
Matluck painted a typical day at Hacienda Matapalo.
“Imagine waking up to the sounds of the ocean and sipping a cup of world-renowned Costa Rican coffee from a
veranda that overlooks the shimmering Pacific? After a swim in an infinity edge pool, you might take the property
shuttle to one of Hacienda Matapalo's pristine, private beaches. If you are feeling ambitious, perhaps you will take
a horseback ride to view one of several waterfalls located on our 665 private acres. Then after a visit to the
clubhouse for a gourmet dining experience, you can treat yourself to a dip in the Jacuzzi to finish out the day.”
“Sound like paradise?” asked Matluck. “That's because it is.”
When asked the secret of “why Hacienda Matapalo has become the best selling Costa Rica Real Estate
development?” compared to other properties in the region, Matluck replied: “It will be revealed in our next
eSeminar.”
Each month the leaders of Hacienda Matapalo host a complimentary online seminar on a variety of topics. The
next eSeminar will be on Thursday, June 17 and is open to the general public. Interested parties may register here.
In 2009 an independent British research company rated Costa Rica as the “happiest place on earth,” focusing on
building a new economy "centered on people and the environment." Hacienda Matapalo embraces this concept
with a strong commitment to residents and the environment. Because the property is lushly forested, no trees will
be removed beyond the ones required for construction of the infrastructure and house pads. However, for every
tree that is removed, one to three new trees will be planted as a replacement. Landscaping will consist of native
species and only energy efficient air conditioning systems will be utilized. Hacienda Matapalo's commitment to
the community and the environment is ongoing, with on staff naturalists committed to ensuring the best practices
and highest standards of environmental preservation.
But being an environmentally conscious country isn’t the only lure of Costa Rica. In recent months there have
been major focus shifts throughout North America and Europe on health care, spurring an entire health care
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tourism industry. And on the heels of the rising costs there, comes word from the National Inflation Association
that food prices are spiraling out of control in the United States and accelerating at their fastest rate since records
began being kept in the United Kingdom. In Costa Rica, the cost of food went down last year and trends show it is
on target to go down again for 2010.
Transportation has also become an important topic on Costa Rica’s South Pacific Coast. Upgrades in
transportation have made it easy to access Hacienda Matapalo's Costa Rican property. The Costanera Sur, the
major Pacific Coast Highway, is now fully paved and runs directly in front of the property while area airports are
receiving facelifts with longer runways and refurbished structures. In addition, the new Osa International Airport
in the Southern Zone, scheduled to be completed in 2012, will provide new travel options for residents and
alternatives for visiting guests.
There is no better time to invest in Costa Rica real estate than right now and everyone realizes it. With the global
economy continuing to recover and as history shows us, real estate prices in Costa Rica poised to appreciate
dramatically, this makes purchasing at Hacienda Matapalo during the pre-construction phase a smart investment.
Nothwithstanding, retirees can live like royalty with all the luxuries of an upscale development at a substantially
lower cost of living than they would in the U.S., Canada or U.K.
“Many of the buyers at Hacienda Matapalo have used their IRA or 401k plans to fund their purchase,” explained
Michael Starkey, Hacienda Matapalo’s vice president of sales. Starkey has presented several free seminars on the
subject of investing in Costa Rica real estate and has made those presentations available on the Hacienda
Matapalo Web site.
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Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Costa Rica Fractional Ownership


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"Little Paradise" Awaits You



The allure of Costa Rica is magical. Now you can own a piece
of it and relax in luxury at Casa La Big Sur, our place in "little paradise." With some of the best views available of Costa Rica's dramatic Pacific coastline - which is dotted with islands and headlands as far as the eye can see - you can indulge in the ownership of your private vacation home.

With fractional ownership at Casa La Big Sur you will enjoy
the full use of this magnificent mansion's features and
amenities many weeks during the year. Casa La Big Sur includes:

* 5 Bedroom, 5 Bathroom, furnished

* 6,500 sq. ft. tropical Masterpiece

* Central A/C throughout

* Great Room, deluxe kitchen, living and dining space

* 2 Master bedrooms with balconies

* Game and exercise rooms

* Outdoor shower

* Large infinity pool and heated spa

* Detached garage and workshop

* Lush landscaping and tropical setting

* 24/7 private security, gated entrance

* Concierge services available


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Contact a Property Specialist now!


Casa La Big Sur
Corporate Office
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Suite 200
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Thursday, May 13, 2010

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Small Intimate Gated Community
In one of the Sweetest Spots in all of Costa Rica!

Home sites starting at $90,000 USD

A must see for those seeking peace, quiet, beauty and tranquility, Tiera Verde Uvita is a Costa Rica Green Community just south of Dominical. This magical stretch of Costa Rica's Southwest Coast offers some of the best views found anywhere in the world. We let nature dictate how we should develop our properties and we strive to protect the large wildlife corridors found throughout the area.

  • Master-planned private and secluded gated community
  • 24 hour security at hour entry guard house
  • Ocean and mountain views with surrounding mature trees and wildlife
  • Green Zone with hiking trails and benches
  • Water retention systems
  • Deep well water and electricity
  • Beautiful landscaping
  • Monkey bridges
  • Continue Reading


    A Master Planned Community

    Tierra Verde's unique geography and careful planning affords spacious home sites ranging between 1.23 and 1.4 acres and provides homeowners significant flexibility when orienting their residence to capture a particular view or layout. The homes will be fashioned around a tropical Balinese Style to provide a theme throughout this gated green community. Building costs for custom homes start at approximately $85-$100 per square foot. Some examples of the typical homes which will be built in Tierra Verde Uvita Costa Rica are included here. View Master Plan.

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    Orquedia Home Model

    Click here to view Floorplan



    Build Now!


    Your home's standard features include:
    • Cable and Internet ready
    • Large exterior glass walls to maximize stunning views
    • Air conditioning
    • Stainless-steel appliances, refrigerator, gas range, range hood, microwave and dishwasher
    • Granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms
    • Ceramic and wood tile throughout
    • Built-in safe
    • Large laundry room with washer and dryer
    • Purified drinking water system
    • Covered parking with storage locker for each unit
    • Bali architecture to fit into the jungle
    • Wood beams and teak ceilings
    • Expansive windows
    • Exterior stone finishes to match the natural surroundings
    • Bali style roof plans with ventilation and tiles for house cooling

      View Additional Homes


    LOCATION

    Beautiful Ocean Views in
    the Uvita Neighborhood

    There are many beautiful ocean views around Uvita. A short trip to Dominical, Escaleras, Ventanas, Ojochal, Cortez and Palmar Sur offer the best Costa Rica ocean views, like great sunsets and additional amenities that make Uvita one of the hottest spots in Costa Rica Real Estate. The new hospital opened in March of 2008 and is located 15 minutes south on the Costanera highway adjacent to the town of Cortez.

    Click to see video of location.


    FREE CANOPY TOUR

    See our property and experience the ecologically and educationally focused Canopy tour which is geared toward a mix of adventure, nature and safety. Excellent for individuals, families, children 6 years old and over, or large groups. People of all ages will enjoy this adventure tour with its variety, options and bio-diversity.

    Schedule a virtual tour today and ask your Property Specialist how to get a Free Canopy Tour in Costa Rica.


    Join our next eSeminar

    Why Choose Costa Rica Over
    Nicaragua,
    Panama or Belize?

    Register today.

    Learn how Costa Rica compares to these and other countries with such diverse people, landscapes, political structure and economies. Discover why Costa Rica rises above them all.

    Here are some of the topics that will be addressed:

    * Government and
    Politics

    * Quality of Life

    * Real Estate
    Opportunities

    * Biodiversity

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Costa Rica Enchanted Evening

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These are the most exclusive Condominiums yet to be released at Hacienda Matapalo. Located 600 to 700 feet above sea level, these units offer stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. With only two units per floor, no common walls with their neighbors and a central elevator to service them, the innovative design provides each unit with near-360 degree views.

With unobstructed views of the Pacific, the Coastline, the Rainforest and the sloping Mountains, the views from The Manuel Antonio Village showcase the vast beauty that makes Costa Rica one of the most unique places in all the world.

Spacious balconies maximize the view and incorporate the indoor-outdoor style of living. Floor to ceiling glass and windows accentuate the connection with nature, bringing the outside in. Each building within The Manuel Antonio Village is five stories, features covered and underground parking and offers two floorplans available in two or three bedroom designs. View our Pricing.



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Situated in a Rainforest on a mountain overlooking the Pacific is the 665 acre Resort style gated community of Hacienda Matapalo, one of the best selling real estate developments in Costa Rica. One can live close to nature with dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean just 800 meters away.

You and your guests will enjoy complete access to all community amenities as abundant activity choices await you. A Private Beach Club, Equestrian Center, Swim-up Pool Bar, Media and Event Rooms, Fitness Center, Tennis Courts, Picnic Cabanas, Relaxing Spa, Resort Clubhouse, Waterfalls, Freeform Infinity Edge Pool, 125 acre Nature Preserve, and Retail Center, are just a few of your personal escape options.

Three of the area's most beautiful beaches are within minutes of Hacienda Matapalo. The property is located on the Pacific Coast Highway (Costenera) "Where the Mountains Meet the Sea," providing easy access to a New Airport, Hospital and Marina
and a full package of world class amenities. Continue reading.


Join our next eSeminar

Why Choose Costa Rica Over Nicaragua,
Panama or Belize?

Register today.

Learn how Costa Rica compares to these and other countries with such diverse people, landscapes, political structure and economies. Discover why Costa Rica rises above them all.

Here are some of the topics that will be addressed:

* Government and
Politics

* Quality of Life

* Real Estate
Opportunities

* Biodiversity

* More

Register today!


Hacienda Matapalo Costa Rica
USA: (800) 281.4145 or (954) 548.3000
COSTA RICA: (506) 2. 774. 0240
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Thursday, May 6, 2010

Costa Rica's best Fractional Ownership



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We invite you to discover our place in "little paradise" and the benefits of fractional ownership. During your visit, we will arrange for you to stay here at our home, or if busy, then a local Bed & Breakfast. We will be happy to greet you at the airport or at your yacht and will assist you in making your dinner reservations and sightseeing trips. We will then arrange a day and time that will be suitable for us to get together for you to learn the benefits of our exclusive fractional ownership program.

Fractional Ownership Discovery Visit

* $1,200 two nights, three days.
(Credit to purchase)

* Five (5) person maximum

* Schedule your stay with a
Property Specialist today!

* One night Professional Costa Rican
Chef Service

* Gift Basket (White and Red wine,
Six pack of Costa Rican Beer,
Costa Rican
Coffee, Chips and salsa,
local fruits)

* Check in 1 pm - Check out 11 am

* Daily maid service



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Relax In Luxury At A Fraction Of The Cost

Casa La Big Sur is a one-of-a-kind custom tropical Balinese masterpiece. Nestled perfectly in the hills of the Escaleras community, Casa La Big Sur offers some of the best views available of Costa Rica's dramatic Pacific Coastline which is dotted with islands and headlands as far as the eye can see. The southern zone is famed for its panoramic ocean views and dazzling sunsets, all with a backdrop of pristine primary rainforest filled with a diverse range of flora and fauna.

The owners will enjoy the full use of Casa La Big Sur's amenities many weeks per year at a fraction of the cost of traditional second home ownership.

* 5 Bedroom, 5 Bathroom, furnished

* 6,500 sq. ft. tropical Masterpiece

* Central A/C throughout

* Great Room, deluxe kitchen, living and dining space

* 2 Master bedrooms with balconies

* Game and exercise rooms

* Outdoor shower

* Large infinity pool and heated spa

* Detached garage and workshop

* Lush landscaping and tropical setting

* 24/7 private security, gated entrance

* Concierge services available


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Make sure you register today for
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'Why Costa Rica Instead of Panama,
Nicaragua and Belize?'

Wednesday, May 19th 2010

6PM ET to 7PM ET

Discover why Costa Rica rises above these and other Latin American countries. Some of the topics that will be discussed are: government and politics; quality of life; real estate opportunities and tax advantages; biodiversity and more.

Register by clicking here!


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