Las Catalinas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
THE LOCATION
Las Catalinas incorporates the principles of New Urbanism, where human connection and
environmentalism are priorities in the design. This concept is accomplished with public plazas,
automobile-free streets, shopping boulevards, restaurants, work/study spaces, and
marketplaces. Without cars filling the streets, Las Catalinas’ residents enjoy an old-time sense of
community, a rarity today.
Because Las Catalinas was designed at scale for biking and walking, homes and buildings
efficiently use space and topography. A walk through town may render thoughts of Antigua in
the Caribbean, Casco Viejo in Panama, or Vernazza on the Italian coastline. Of the 1,200 acres
encompassing Las Catalinas, only 200 acres are planned for development. The remaining 1000
acres of forest are home to exotic birds, howler monkeys, iguanas, and the odd wild cat.
Within the reserve, you’ll find thirty-five kilometers of hiking paths and varying degrees of
mountain bike trails offering panoramic ocean views. If you’re into water recreation, you’ll love
the crystalline waters offshore for snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, bodysurfing,
and more. Las Catalinas is an outdoor athlete’s sanctuary with multiple yearly events that get
the whole town involved.
THE PROPERTY
Perched at the crown of El Prado in the iconic Las Catalinas community, Los Altos #301
commands a rare blend of panoramic ocean views, refined architecture, and immediate access
to Costa Rica’s most vibrant coastal lifestyle.
From your doorstep, step directly onto more than 25 miles of world-class hiking and mountain
biking trails, winding through a 1,000-acre protected tropical dry forest alive with howler
monkeys, deer, and colorful birdlife. Just downhill, residents enjoy tennis courts and a
community soccer pitch, while a short stroll continues to the soft sands and gentle waters of
Playa Danta, the heart of Las Catalinas’ Beach-Towne Village.
The village itself offers an enviable lifestyle: a world-class outfitter for bikes and adventure gear,
exceptional dining ranging from casual cafés to elevated gastronomy, a wine cava, craft brew
pub, curated boutiques, pharmacy, and a full-service gourmet deli and market. Members of the
exclusive Las Catalinas Beach Club enjoy a state-of-the-art fitness center, cold plunge, and three
resort-style swimming pools. The newly expanded Marina Flamingo lies just 20 minutes away,
and Liberia International Airport is under an hour’s drive—ideal for effortless travel and
yachting access.
Los Altos is a striking example of Spanish Colonial architecture, designed by a renowned
Guatemalan architect, blending timeless elegance with modern coastal living. Residence #301
occupies the top level of the building and features a thoughtfully designed two-bedroom,
two-bath flat with sweeping sunset, ocean, and island views.
The focal point of the home is the expansive covered terrace, where artisan wood ceilings frame
an outdoor living space complete with a stone-tiled BBQ area and private plunge pool—the
perfect setting for sunset entertaining or tranquil mornings overlooking the Pacific.
Inside, the contemporary kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring stainless steel
appliances, quartz countertops, a disposal, and an adjacent laundry room/pantry. An elevator
from the garage opens to a shared foyer and directly to the residence’s front door, ensuring
ease and privacy. The main entry leads into a light-filled great room, seamlessly integrating the
living area—with built-in entertainment connections—and the kitchen bar for effortless social
living.
Throughout the home, handcrafted wooden doors by local artisans add warmth and
authenticity, while high-quality, weather-sealed doors and windows provide durability, comfort,
and a strong connection to the outdoor spaces.
The Primary Suite enjoys serene ocean views and opens directly onto the covered terrace. It
features a generous closet and a spa-inspired ensuite bathroom with quartz countertops and a
double vanity. The second bedroom suite includes a full bath with a double vanity and also
serves as a well-appointed guest bathroom, offering flexibility and privacy for visitors.
Los Altos #301 is an exceptional opportunity to own a turnkey luxury residence in one of Costa
Rica’s most celebrated coastal communities—where architecture, nature, and lifestyle converge
effortlessly.
