Costa Rica:
Independent Republic located in Central America
Borders: North-Nicaragua; South-Panama; East-Caribbean Sea; West-Pacific Ocean
Size: Slightly larger than West Virginia
Population: 4.2 million-similar to San Francisco or Phoenix.
75% located in Central Valley near capitol of San Jose.
Land Ownership: Foreign ownership allowed. A Costa Rican corporation, Sociedad Anonime or S.A., is the most practical way to hold property as it can then be transferred simply by selling the corporation.
Set up costs for the corporation are about $350 and take a few weeks. This is a very simple process and English names can be used for the corporation.
Osa Mountain Village:
Located in the Southern Zone along the Pacific Ocean
Beautiful beaches within 30 minutes
2,000’ elevation about a mile from the ocean with cool breezes
20 minutes to regional airport-1 hour flight from San Jose
15 minutes to planned international airport
3 1/2 - 4 hours driving time from San Jose
780 total acres of pristine tropical mountain rain forest
1.7% of property to be used for development
98.3% of property to be preserved for indigenous plants and animals
150 villas in 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom duplexes
Approximately 870 square feet and 1,300 square feet, respectively
Granite counter tops, tile floors, ecofriendly construction, furniture included
Hammock on patio included
Temperate climate with no heating or air conditioning required
80% of food to be produced on-site and included for owners and guests including fruits, vegetables, herbs, chicken, eggs and Tilapia-an excellent freshwater fish
Partnerships with locals for beef, pork and seafood
Amenities: Restaurant and Bar, Beauty Salon, Pharmacy, Convenience Store, Spa, Grass Park with game areas and barbeques, Community Center, Internet Cafe, Book Store and Gardens
Activities: Zip Line Canopy Tour, Tarzan Swing and Waterfall Rappelling Tour are already up and running. Visit www.OsaCanopyTour.com to see the thrills.
Miles of hiking trails of varying difficulty levels
Mountain Biking trails
Daytime and evening jungle tours with overnight camping in the jungle optional
Gardening and farming participation and instruction
Canning and preserving of foods
Sea Kayaking in the Pacific Ocean and Terraba River
White-water rafting
ATV tours
Bird watching tours
Deep sea fishing
Snorkeling
Scuba diving
Texas Hold ‘em tournaments
Horseshoes
Volleyball
Field for frisbee, soccer, football, croquet, etc.
Card and board games in the community center
Full-time Concierge to arrange tours and tournaments