WE-R-CR - Boutique Lodge and Private Reserve: A Natural Haven in Bajos del Toro

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ID# 116766. Boutique hotel and private reserve for sale in Bajos del Toro, San Carlos, up to 385 hectares of land, 10 rooms, from US$1,750,000 to US$5,000,000. Located in the heart of the lush mountainous region of Bajos del Toro, San Carlos, this property represents one of the most extraordinary private reserves in Costa Rica, conceived as a natural sanctuary of ecological, scientific, and tourism value on an international scale. Surrounded by pristine cloud forest, it has long served as a destination for researchers, scientists, birdwatchers, entomologists, orchid specialists, and nature enthusiasts seeking a true connection with one of the richest ecosystems on the planet. Its strategic location within the biological corridor connecting the Caribbean and Pacific enhances an exceptional level of biodiversity that is difficult to replicate anywhere else in the world. The reserve features a carefully preserved natural environment with rivers, waterfalls, and natural springs, complemented by an extensive network of trails that allow for deep exploration of the forest. The property includes a boutique hotel currently in operation with ten rooms designed to blend seamlessly into the landscape, offering open views of the mountains and an immersive nature experience. The lodge also features a restaurant, panoramic terrace, social areas, and dedicated spaces for both relaxation and scientific or educational activities, including an orchid laboratory that reinforces its role as a center for conservation and research. At this stage, the property is offered under three independent options that maintain its ecological integrity and strategic potential: Option 1 – Hacienda Ecológica Río Toro, S.A., comprising 203 hectares including the operating hotel, infrastructure, and trail system, priced at US$3,500,000; Option 2 – Bosque de Paz Scientific Conservation Center, consisting of 182 hectares of primary and secondary forest with high environmental value, priced at US$1,750,000; and Option 3 – the full property, totaling 385 hectares, offered at a special price of US$5,000,000, combining tourism, conservation, and long-term strategic development within a single asset. This structure introduces a level of flexibility rarely seen in assets of this kind, opening opportunities for both tourism-driven investors and organizations focused on conservation, environmental impact, or sustainable development. More than a property, this is a complete ecosystem with present value and long-term projection, located in one of the most authentic and strategically positioned regions of Costa Rica.