Property ID: 1159

A Charming Caribbean Home with Flexible Living Potential

Set within a growing residential neighborhood in Playa Negra, this charming 71m² Caribbean-style home offers a flexible living arrangement on a generous 950m² titled lot. Designed as two independent suites beneath one roof, the property provides the opportunity to live in one side while using the other for guests or rental income, operate both as separate rental spaces, or eventually reimagine the existing structure into a larger single residence.

Each suite includes its own small kitchen and full bathroom, creating genuine independence between the two spaces. The elevated Caribbean design is built on stilts, with open shutter-style windows that allow the tropical air to move naturally through the interiors. The open design preserves the home's traditional character while creating a direct connection with the surrounding environment.

The simplicity of the design is part of its charm. These are comfortable, uncomplicated spaces designed for an easygoing lifestyle, with everything needed for everyday living without unnecessary complexity. A laundry area is located behind the home, while a drilled well and septic system provide the essential infrastructure. The roof also includes a layer of insulation designed to help reduce heat within the home.

Outside, the 950m² lot provides considerably more opportunity than the existing footprint suggests. A driveway leads to parking for two vehicles, while the land behind the home offers a separate area that could potentially accommodate another residence with its own private entrance. Alternatively, the generous yard could remain open for gardens, landscaping, or growing food.

The natural character of the property is one of its most distinctive qualities. The lot has never been fumigated and retains a diverse collection of flora and fauna, including the Costa Rican red-eyed frog and numerous tropical bird species. Sloths are frequently seen in the surrounding trees, and the property itself maintains a sense of natural habitat that has become increasingly difficult to find as Playa Negra continues to develop.

The home sits within a neighborhood where several surrounding properties operate as vacation rentals, with consistent bookings contributing to the area's growing tourism activity. While this property offers rental potential, its flexibility makes it equally appealing to someone looking for a personal home with additional space for guests, family, or future income.

The property also benefits from practical site characteristics, with the land draining quickly and the existing home positioned naturally within the lot. Mature vegetation and open lawn areas create a private setting while leaving the future owner considerable freedom to determine how much of the property they want to develop.

Playa Negra continues to grow while retaining much of the character that attracts people to the Puerto Viejo area. The neighborhood offers a quieter residential environment while remaining connected to the restaurants, shops, services, and Caribbean culture of Puerto Viejo. Beach access is approximately 2.4 kilometers from the property by car.

This is a property for buyers who appreciate simplicity, flexibility, and a genuine connection to the tropical environment. Whether the goal is to live in one suite and rent the other, use both spaces for family and guests, operate the property as two independent rentals, or eventually create something larger on the land, the existing home provides a practical starting point with plenty of possibilities ahead.

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