Luxury Mountain Home for Sale Escazu: Unique Mid-Century Mountain Property with Unlimited Possibilities

Escazú, Escazú, Escazú, San José, Costa Rica

Basic Listing Information

Price
$1,400,000
Listing ID
RS2300916
Property Type
Villa
Listing Type
Residential Sale
Status
Active
Images
41
Beds/Baths
7/7
Location Type
Mountain
View Type
Garden View, Mountain View, Valley View
Total Lot Size
4,100.00 m² (44,131.86 sq ft)
Total Living Area
1,582.00 m² (17,028.44 sq ft)

Contact Information

Agency
Costa Rica Real Estate For Sale
Agent
Alejandro Berkowitz
Email
info@costaricarealestateforsale.com

Casa Amelia is much more than an oasis. Casa Amelia is a one of a kind mountain home. This stunning property hidden in the hills of Escazú, C.R has it all, mountain views, city views and a large magical garden overlooks all of San Jose while being just minutes from all the necessities as well as luxury shopping malls.

Details

Roof Type
Metal, Other
Number of Bedrooms
7
Number of Full Bathrooms
7
Number of Stories
2
Total Living Area
1,582.00 m² (17,028.44 sq ft)
Total Area under Roof
1,582.00 m² (17,028.44 sq ft)
Total Lot Size
4,100.00 m² (44,131.86 sq ft)
Floor Type
Stone, Terrazzo, Tile, Wood
Construction Status
Completed, Renovated
Construction Type Comment
The entire property is surrounded by thick greenery which provides safety and privacy. The handsome wooden entrance gate is electronically controlled.
Year Built
1997
Year Remodelled
1999
Additional Rooms
Bonus Room, Den/Office/Library, Foyer, Other
Additional Rooms Comment
The vast woodworking shop measures 72 meters, with adjoined wood storage of 133 meters. This large area could be converted into a gym, separate living quarters ; the possibilities are endless. Front and backyards with garden sheds are meticulously landscaped with a large variety of mature native specimens including eucalyptus trees, whistling bamboo, and exotic flowers. Fine wood and metal craftsmanship throughout the home, displays exceptional taste and elegance.
Air Condition
No
Furnished
No
Pool
No
Jacuzzi
No
Parking Type
Attached Garage, Parking Lot
Number of Parking Spaces
12
Master Bath Information
There is a wonderful view from the master room
Bedroom Information
Grand master bedroom offers sweeping tropical and city views, and spacious living area.
Internet Types
Cable Internet
Television
No

Geography

Location
Escazú, Escazú, Escazú, San José, Costa Rica
Country
Costa Rica
State
San José
County
Escazú
District
Escazú
City/Town
Escazú
Location Type
Mountain
Geographic Type
Rain Forest
View Type
Garden View, Mountain View, Valley View

Features

Interior Features Included
Fireplace, High Ceilings, Laundry Room, Multiple Master Suites, Natural Wood Finishing, Separate Dining Room, Separate Living and Family Rooms, Sliding Glass Doors, Storage Room, Wine Cellar
Exterior Features Included
Balcony, Fenced Yard, Fireplace, Garden, Garden House, Outside Seating-Area, Patio, Workshop
Amenities Included
Other
Amenities Included Comment
Three outdoor seating areas include: covered kitchen porch and open verandah, two large, covered verandas upstairs, Outdoor grilling area and covered dining porches.

Infrastructure

Street Access Type
Unpaved Road
Type of Water
City Water
Type of Sewer
Septic
Type of Internet
Cable Internet
Type of Television
Cable Television
Type of Electricity
Public
Telephone Available
Yes

Financial/Legal

Price per Air-Conditionable Living Area
$884.96/m2 ($82.22/sqft)
Price per Total Area Under Roof
$884.96/m2 ($82.22/sqft)
Price per Square Meter
$341.46/m2 ($31.72/sqft)
List Price
$1,400,000
Ownership Type
Personal

More about this property

Built in 1959, Amelia's home was renovated 1997-1999 to the highest standards of anti-seismic construction. In true Mediterranean revivalist style, the house, with architectural flourishes throughout, stands the test of time Approximately 1582 square meters/ 17,028 square feet. The home includes: Front door entry adjacent to garden with a foyer leading to living and dining rooms. 5 bedrooms each with private bathroom and storage A 6th large housekeeper’s bedroom with completed bathroom. A large space upstairs above the garage presently serving as Emily’s art. studio very privet and with a view to the garden. There is also a room with a view to the backyard that could be a bedroom or an office and has its own bathroom. 5 hewn stone fireplaces Guest bathroom Outdoor grilling area and covered dining porches Laundry room with floor to ceiling storage. Garage for more than12 cars (Covered two-car garage with separate house and workshop entrances). Parking area for visitors flanked on all sides by landscaping; front driveway holds 8–12 cars; a gate below allows for overflow festivity parking A large rustic kitchen including pizza oven (with fireplace) makes cooking a delight for home and professional chefs; additionally, there is an outdoor cellar space accessible from the backyard Grand master bedroom offers sweeping tropical and city views, and spacious living area. It has a private balcony and an area with a large living room, for even more privacy. Large walk-in closet and full bathroom. The entire property is surrounded by greenery for your safety and privacy, the entrance is a wooden electric gate. Excellent climate, with an elevation of 5,280 feet above sea level. Temperatures range from 60° to 80° F, usually 70° F, with gorgeous exotic birds and butterflies. This amazing climate combined with the abundance of glass, wood and tropical foliage makes this home the penultimate of indoor-outdoor living. Both front and backyards are meticulously planted with native flora yet have plenty of room for outdoor activities such as basketball in the front courtyard or lawn parties and games in the back and side yards. Convenient, central location offers a spectacular mountain setting for walking, hiking and biking.

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