El Nido – Nature-Focused Homestead with Spring Water and Mature Permaculture Systems

Guapinol, Central Pacific Coast

El Nido is a simple, functional one-bedroom mountain home designed for buyers who value privacy, sustainability, and land over luxury finishes. Located in St. Michael’s Sustainable Community, the property offers established permaculture systems, mature trees, and the tranquility of true rural Costa Rica. While the home is modest and would benefit from cosmetic upgrades, the land, infrastructure, and food production already established make it a strong option for those seeking self-sufficiency.

Property Features

• One-bedroom home with approximately 700 sq ft of interior living space
• 200 sq ft elevated deck overlooking mature jungle canopy
• Fully furnished and move-in ready
• Air-conditioned bedroom
• Practical living room adaptable for guests
• Complete kitchen with dishwasher
• Washing machine included
• Covered carport
• Large enclosed storage area beneath the home
• Newly installed electric pole and updated utilities

Sustainable Lifestyle Amenities
The property offers a highly productive, mature food system that saves years of development for new owners.

• Food forest with bananas, plantains, papayas, pineapples, mango, jackfruit, soursop, lemons, cacao, and more
• Three tilapia tanks for a renewable protein source
• Large greenhouse for year-round cultivation

Water Security
A major strength of this property is its water independence.

• Community water service (approximately ten dollars per month)
• Own private spring water supply with backup tank
• Rainwater harvesting system used for irrigation

Location Highlights
An eco-focused community designed for sustainability, wellness, and connection to nature.

Nearby beaches:

• 20 minutes to Playa Bejuco and Playa Bandera
• 45 minutes to Manuel Antonio National Park
• 45 minutes to Jacó and Herradura

Lifestyle amenities include Selvatica Eco Retreat (yoga, breathwork, ice baths, massage therapy), horseback riding, hiking, turtle release programs, and private 4×4 access to Loma. Parrita and Loma provide supermarkets, healthcare, banking, and essential services.

Wildlife
Regular sightings of toucans, scarlet macaws, monkeys, sloths, and a wide variety of tropical birds.

Ideal For
Buyers seeking a modest one-bedroom home with strong sustainability elements
Permaculture and homesteading enthusiasts
Digital nomads wanting privacy and nature
Retirees seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle
Investors exploring eco-tourism or retreat-style opportunities

Internet
High-speed Starlink internet suitable for remote work.

Financing
Clean title.
Owner financing available up to 60 percent at 8 percent over 11 years (approx. 1,998 USD per month).
Shown by appointment only.

Peter’s Reflection
In my view, this property speaks to buyers who prioritize sustainability, independence, and long-term land value over a refined or modern home. The house itself is simple, and that’s reflected honestly, but what sets El Nido apart is the groundwork that’s already been completed: the private spring water supply, the established food forest, the greenhouse, the tilapia tanks, and the community environment built around regenerative living. These systems take years to develop from scratch and are becoming harder to find on the market. For someone looking to build a self-sufficient lifestyle or a retreat focused on nature and wellness, El Nido offers a meaningful head start.

Asking Price
290,000 USD