TALAMANCA PERCH
FCF5+8RQ Rivas, San José, Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica
Property Type
land
Size
11 Hectares
27 Acres
$850,000
About This Property
Eleven hectares of pristine highland land, more than a kilometer of private trails, two year-round springs, and a shared boundary with one of the region's most significant private conservation areas — this property in San Gerardo de Rivas is a rare find in every sense. It borders Talamanca Nature Reserve, a privately protected cloud forest spanning more than 1,600 hectares at the base of Chirripó National Park, known for its biodiversity, abundant waterfalls and rivers, panoramic mountain views, and deep commitment to conservation. To own land here is to step directly into that world.
The terrain moves naturally through forested sections, open clearings, and natural viewpoints connected by trails that invite daily exploration. Approximately three to four hectares of level, buildable area provide a versatile canvas for a main residence, guest homes, gardens, or ponds — with the flexibility to develop thoughtfully while preserving the surrounding landscape. Two year-round springs supply abundant, reliable water, and the sounds of flowing water and birdsong define the atmosphere at every turn. Wildlife is a constant presence, a direct reflection of the property's connection to the reserve beyond its boundary. Private road access and available electricity make the site genuinely buildable without sacrificing its off-grid character.
From the elevated vantage points on the property, the views reach across the Talamanca range toward El Urán and Ventisqueros — the second and third highest peaks in Costa Rica — a backdrop that changes with the light and never grows ordinary. The village of Canaan, just down the mountain, offers community life centered on weekend gatherings at the plaza for volleyball, soccer, and kids on bikes, along with the Butterfly Dome, local mountain eateries, and Kapi Kapi health food store and café. The entire region is embraced by La Amistad Transnational Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Central America's largest conservation corridors, and Chirripó National Park, where Costa Rica's highest peaks define the skyline. San Isidro de El General is 40 minutes away, and the Pacific coast is within 90 minutes.