Build Your Sanctuary in Pavones, Costa Rica

Private titled lots with panoramic ocean views, minutes from one of the world’s longest left-hand waves.
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Ocean View Lots

Each parcel is positioned to maximize ocean exposure while maintaining privacy and natural vegetation.
For Sale
Mono Hill

Mono Hill

From $195,000
  • 5000 m2
For Sale
Tucan View

Tucan View

From $250,000
  • 5000 m2
SOLD
Ocean Breeze

Ocean Breeze

From $395,000
  • 8169 m2

Why Pavones. Why Now.

Increasing demand for remote living Surf tourism resilience Limited clean titled land inventory Road improvements in southern zone Scarcity of true ocean-view parcels “Comparable lot values in Nosara / Santa Teresa 10–15 years ago.”​
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Titled lots available
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Square Feet of nature around the block
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Minutes drive to world-class waves

Mono Hill

This 5000m2 lot has it all. A clear ocean view and a river access with flat area. Water access with AYA

$195,000

Tucan View

This 5000m2 lot is ready to build with running water installed with AYA, and the highest clean ocean view.

$250,000

Ocean Breeze

This 8169m2 lot is ready to build with stunning view, privacy and installed running water.

$395,000

  • Clean title
  • Water source with ASADA
  • Electricity access
  • Road access
  • 50 minutes to Golfito airport
  • 5 minutes drive to the beach
About

A bohemian way of Living

For those who choose nature over noise, space over density, and long horizons over short-term trends.

Wake up to ocean light and sounds of tucans. Walk to the jungle. Drive minutes to Pavones’ legendary wave.

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Build a home that feels like freedom

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Neighborhood

Located in the peacefulness area of La Virgen de Pavones

Bohemia Living is a small residential development in La Virgen de Pavones, Golfito. The land around it was left untouched, and the surrounding perfect surf breaks are just a 5 to 12 minutes drive.

Amenities

Costa Rica's last coastal frontier

Pavones remains one of Costa Rica’s last raw coastal frontiers.
No high-rises. No chains. No chaos.
Just rainforest, empty beaches, and a wave that draws surfers from around the world.

Green palm leaves against blue sky
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can foreigners own land in Costa Rica?

Yes. Foreigners have the same property rights as Costa Rican citizens for titled land outside the Maritime Terrestrial Zone (ZMT). All three Bohemia Living lots are titled — no concession complications.

You don’t need to be a resident to buy. The transaction is handled through a Costa Rican attorney and a notary public. Most foreign buyers either fly down to sign in person (a 2-3 day trip) or sign through a power of attorney. Closing typically takes 30-60 days from signed offer.

Property tax in Costa Rica is 0.25% of the registered value annually — roughly $500-1,000 per year for our lots. Water service through ASADA runs about $20-40/month. There are no HOA fees, no special assessments.

All lots come with: clean title (we provide registry documents), water connection through ASADA, electricity available at the road, and registered access. Buyers are responsible for electricity connection fees from the road to their building site (typically $1,500-3,000 for electric depending on distance).

Yes. We provide complete registry documentation through the Registro Nacional de Costa Rica, including the Plano Catastrado and Folio Real. Your attorney verifies all of this before closing — standard process.

Costa Rica requires building permits through the local municipality (Golfito) and an architect’s involvement. Most foreign buyers work with one of several reputable architects in the southern zone. Construction costs vary widely — a quality 2-bedroom home runs $80,000-150,000 depending on finish level. We can recommend trusted architects and builders.

Liberia (LIR): 7 hours by car. San José (SJO): 6 hours by car. Golfito (GLF): 50 minutes by car, with daily flights from San José (45 minutes flight time). Most buyers fly to San José and either drive down or take the regional flight to Golfito. David (DAV) international airport in Panama is 2 hours by car.

Pavones is one of the quieter parts of Costa Rica. The local community is small, established, and welcoming to people who arrive with respect. Standard precautions apply as anywhere — but violent crime is rare and the area attracts long-term residents and returning surfers, not transient tourism.

Many buyers hold land for several years before building. Property tax is low and the lots require minimal maintenance (occasional brush cutting). If you’d like, we can connect you with local caretakers who handle this for $30-60 per month.

We acquired this land many years ago and developed three of the parcels for our own use. We’ve decided to release them to others who feel the same pull to Pavones we did. We’re not a development company — we’re owners who’ve lived here a decade and are passing on what we love about the area.

We strongly encourage it. Spend at least 3-4 days in the area to feel the rhythm. We’ll meet you on the land, walk you through each lot, and connect you with the local services you’d need (attorney, architect, builder). No pressure, no obligation.

International wire transfer to a Costa Rican escrow account is standard. Some buyers structure the purchase through a Costa Rican corporation (S.A. or LLC) for tax planning — this is your decision and we can connect you with attorneys who handle this regularly.

What You Could Create

Modern jungle villas Surf or Fishing lodge Retreat center Off-grid sanctuary Hybrid home-office

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Bohemia is a home builder's dream. It's a space in the nature, with beautiful views, lots of trees and plants, and a few big rocks here and there.