Costa Rica’s natural beauty and biodiversity are well documented and are at the heart of why this amazing country has become one of the darlings of the world for ecotourism, investment, and retirement. That being said, the southern zone, where an enormous amount of this iconic beauty and wildlife is centered, has long been a region where visitors had to choose between the authenticity and dramatic natural setting, or the infrastructure, luxury accommodations, and amenities which so many international visitors and investors want in a vacation experience or second/principal property. This quasi forced decision... luxury or authenticity or luxury or stunning natural setting is a dichotomy which is quickly becoming a reality only in our past.
Dominical, Uvita, and Ojochal, three communities that are spread along one of the most picturesque stretches of coastline on the planet, have seen some incredible developments from an infrastructural standpoint in the past few years, along with a community blossoming in regards to lifestyle, services, and amenities. What was once a land almost restricted to pioneers and the most adventuresome of visitors and investors has become a place where stunning architecture, world-class construction, and finishes in villas and homes immersed in the rainforest have become bastions of world-class luxury, seemingly dropped into the magical hillside from the heavens.
The sweeping ocean views dwarf anything else in the country, and along with these new luxury options, a blossoming gastronomic scene, yoga and wellness culture, and general services and amenities are also emerging. Whether you are looking for an amazing Pad Thai, organically sourced vegan meal, or a gourmet burger the size of your head, options abound that all share that same unique and eclectic blend that the aforementioned houses, villas, and hotels are offering. It almost feels surreal to immerse yourself in this beauty, and the intoxicating draw is that visitors and investors no longer have to CHOOSE between this raw beauty and authenticity OR luxury and lifestyle.
Dominical .... have your cake and eat it too.. even if you like it gluten-free, with soy milk only and with a dash of Envision.