Living in Costa Rica
Why Costa Rica Is One Of The Happiest Places To Call Home
Discover why Costa Rica ranks among the world’s happiest countries—and how nature, community and Pura Vida shape a different way of living.
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Perspectives on a life closer to nature. Explore Costa Rica’s Central Pacific, thoughtful design and the possibilities of home.
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Living in Costa Rica
What Pura Vida Really Means When You Live In Costa Rica
Pura Vida is more than a Costa Rican greeting. Discover how nature, time, community and everyday rhythm shape life in Costa Rica.
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Living in Costa Rica
Why Costa Rica Chose A Different Path
Explore the national choices that helped shape modern Costa Rica—from abolishing the army to conservation and renewable electricity.
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Living in Costa Rica
One Country, Many Natural Worlds: Understanding Costa Rica’s Microclimates
Learn how mountains, two coastlines, elevation and rainfall create Costa Rica’s remarkable microclimates and diverse natural landscapes.
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Living in Costa Rica
How Costa Rica Became A Global Conservation Success Story
Discover how Costa Rica reversed severe deforestation, expanded protected areas and rebuilt a global reputation for nature conservation.
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Living in Costa Rica
What Costa Rica’s Blue Zone Can Teach Us About Living Well
Explore the everyday patterns associated with Costa Rica’s Nicoya Blue Zone—from natural movement and purpose to family and connection.
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Living in Costa Rica
Moving To Costa Rica: Different Ways To Make The Country Home
Considering a move to Costa Rica? Explore full-time living, second-home ownership, remote work and different ways to build a life here.
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Central Pacific
Why Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Is An Exceptional Place To Live
Discover why Costa Rica’s Central Pacific combines ocean, tropical mountains, daily services and access to some of the country’s best-known destinations.
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Central Pacific
Living In Jacó: More Than A Beach Town
Discover Jacó as a place to live—not only visit—with beach life, restaurants, services, recreation and the Central Pacific at your doorstep.
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Central Pacific
A Local Guide To Everyday Life In Jacó
What is everyday life in Jacó really like? Explore groceries, healthcare, fitness, dining, work and practical coastal living on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific.
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Central Pacific
Beyond Jacó: 6 Beaches To Discover Along Costa Rica’s Central Pacific
From surf at Playa Hermosa to the sheltered waters of Mantas, discover six distinctive beaches within reach of Jacó, Costa Rica.
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Central Pacific
Marina, Golf & Sport Fishing: Exploring Herradura And Los Sueños
Discover Herradura Bay and Los Sueños near Jacó—from a 200-slip marina and championship golf to Costa Rica’s celebrated sport-fishing culture.
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Central Pacific
Carara National Park: Where Two Costa Rican Forests Meet
Discover Carara National Park near Jacó, a remarkable transition forest where Costa Rica’s dry and humid ecosystems meet.
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Central Pacific
Río Tárcoles: Crocodiles, Wetlands And The Wild Side Of Route 34
Explore Río Tárcoles near Jacó, where crocodiles, wetlands, birdlife and neighboring Carara create one of the Central Pacific’s wildest roadside encounters.
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Central Pacific
Manuel Antonio: Where The Rainforest Meets The Pacific
Discover Manuel Antonio’s extraordinary meeting of rainforest, beaches, mangroves, marine environments and wildlife on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.
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Central Pacific
Getting To Jacó And Costa Rica’s Central Pacific: Airport, Roads & Travel Guide
Plan your route to Jacó and Costa Rica’s Central Pacific, with practical context on San José, Route 34 and nearby Pacific destinations.
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Nature & Wellness
Meet The Wild Side Of Costa Rica: Jaguars, Monkeys, Tapirs & More
Meet Costa Rica’s extraordinary wildlife—from six wild cat species and four native monkeys to Baird’s tapir and the Scarlet Macaw.
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Nature & Wellness
Cocos Island: Costa Rica’s Wild World Beneath The Pacific
Discover Cocos Island, Costa Rica’s remote UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for rainforest, sharks, rays and extraordinary marine biodiversity.
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Nature & Wellness
Surfing The Central Pacific: Jacó & Playa Hermosa
Discover the two surf personalities near Sueños del Mar: everyday coastal surfing in Jacó and the powerful open-ocean energy of Playa Hermosa.
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Nature & Wellness
Sport Fishing On Costa Rica’s Central Pacific
Explore the Central Pacific’s sport-fishing culture from Herradura and Los Sueños, with offshore billfish, inshore species and conservation-minded release practices.
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Nature & Wellness
Golf Between The Rainforest And The Pacific
Discover golf near Sueños del Mar—from La Iguana’s 18-hole rainforest course in Herradura to an 8-hole chipping and putting experience at home.
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Nature & Wellness
Outdoor Wellness: Why Life On The Pacific Naturally Keeps You Moving
Discover a more natural approach to wellness in Costa Rica, where walking, swimming, yoga, recovery and tropical nature can become part of everyday life.
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Buying Property in Costa Rica: A Guide for Foreign Buyers
Understand the key steps foreign buyers should consider when purchasing property in Costa Rica, from title review and due diligence to closing.
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Ownership
Titled Property vs. Maritime Zone in Costa Rica: What Buyers Should Understand
Learn why titled property and Costa Rica’s maritime-zone regime are different, and what coastal buyers should verify before purchasing.
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Ownership
The Costa Rica Property Purchase Process: From Selection to Closing
A simple overview of the Costa Rica property purchase process, including selection, legal review, contracts, escrow and closing.
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Property Due Diligence in Costa Rica: What Buyers Should Review
Explore the key areas buyers should review before purchasing Costa Rica property, from title and surveys to community documents and contracts.
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Financing a Residence in Costa Rica: What International Buyers Should Know
Learn how financing can fit into a Costa Rica residence purchase and what buyers should understand about independent lender approval and property review.
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Residency Options for Property Owners in Costa Rica
Understand the difference between owning property and obtaining residency in Costa Rica, and the main pathways buyers may explore with counsel.
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Understanding HOA Communities in Costa Rica
Learn what buyers should understand about HOA-managed communities in Costa Rica, from shared spaces and governance to budgets and owner responsibilities.
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Ownership
Private Residence Rental Programs and Second-Home Ownership
Explore how a private residence rental program can fit second-home ownership, including owner use, guest experience and operating considerations.
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Buying a Residence in Costa Rica as an Investment
Explore the questions buyers should ask when considering a Costa Rica residence as part of a broader investment and second-home strategy.
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Ownership
Closing Costs, Taxes and Ongoing Ownership Considerations in Costa Rica
Learn which closing and ongoing ownership cost categories Costa Rica property buyers should review with legal, tax and financial advisors.
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The Story Behind Sueños del Mar
Discover the vision behind Sueños del Mar, a private residential community in Jacó shaped by nature, wellness, architecture and Pacific living.
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About SDM
Meet the Visionary: José Manuel Agüero Echeverría
Meet José Manuel Agüero Echeverría and discover the experience, philosophy and multidisciplinary approach behind Sueños del Mar.
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About SDM
DIA S.A.: More Than 50 Years Building Costa Rica
Explore the history of DIA S.A., the Costa Rican development and construction company behind Sueños del Mar, with roots dating to 1974.
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Inside the Sueños del Mar Masterplan
Explore how the Sueños del Mar masterplan connects 48 private residences, three residential collections and five distinct worlds in Jacó.
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Architecture & Design
What Biophilic Design Means at Sueños del Mar
Explore how nature, light, gardens, water and indoor-outdoor connections shape the biophilic design philosophy of Sueños del Mar.
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Architecture & Design
Tropical Architecture: Designing for Light, Air and Landscape
Discover the principles that make tropical residential architecture feel at home in Costa Rica, from shade and airflow to landscape and outdoor living.
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Architecture & Design
Indoor-Outdoor Living in Costa Rica: Why the Terrace Matters
Explore why terraces, gardens, pools and open-air transitions play such an important role in everyday residential life in Costa Rica.
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Architecture & Design
The Botanical Inspiration Behind the Sueños del Mar Residences
Discover the tropical plant names behind Ave del Paraíso, Oreja de Elefante, Heliconia and Monstera—the villa models of Sueños del Mar.
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Five Worlds
Selva Grand House: Where Life Comes Together
Discover Selva Grand House, the social, wellness and work heart of Sueños del Mar, with spaces for movement, focus, restoration and connection.
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Five Worlds
The Oasis: Water at the Heart of Sueños del Mar
Explore The Oasis at Sueños del Mar, where two complementary pools, tropical gardens, shaded retreats and wellness spaces shape daily life around water.
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Five Worlds
The Infinity 48: A 48-Meter Signature Pool
Discover THE INFINITY 48, Sueños del Mar’s 48-meter infinity pool with a generous swimming lane, garden island and shallow-water lounging edge.
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Five Worlds
Guacamayos Forest: A Closer Way to Experience the Forest
Explore Guacamayos Forest at Sueños del Mar, with a one-kilometer trail, elevated walkways and four platforms for wellness, observation and connection.
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Five Worlds
The Garden Park: Outdoor Life for Every Generation
Discover The Garden Park at Sueños del Mar, where family play, pets, botanical gardens and outdoor discovery share one landscaped environment.
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Five Worlds
The Grounds: Pickleball and Short-Game Living
Explore The Grounds at Sueños del Mar, where pickleball and an eight-hole chipping and putting experience bring movement and connection outdoors.
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Five Worlds
A Day Through the Five Worlds of Sueños del Mar
Imagine an ordinary day at Sueños del Mar through Selva Grand House, The Oasis, Guacamayos Forest, The Grounds and The Garden Park.
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Nature & Wellness
Scarlet Macaws and Beach Almond Trees: A Central Pacific Connection
Discover the fascinating relationship between scarlet macaws and beach almond trees along Costa Rica’s Central Pacific—and why it inspired Sueños del Mar.
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Oasis Villas: Living at the Heart of the Water
Explore the Oasis Villas at Sueños del Mar—18 private two-level residences shaped around generous social spaces, terraces, private pools and water.
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Residences
El Bosque Villas: A Quieter Relationship with the Landscape
Discover the El Bosque Villas at Sueños del Mar—14 private residences shaped around single-level living, gardens, pools and tropical vegetation.
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El Bosque Luxury Apartments: Boutique Living Surrounded by Nature
Explore Sueños del Mar’s 16 El Bosque Luxury Apartments across four intimate buildings, with Garden Pool and Sky Terrace residence types.
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Residences
Garden Pool vs. Sky Terrace: Which Residence Fits Your Lifestyle?
Compare Garden Pool and Sky Terrace at Sueños del Mar—from private pool and garden living to an elevated four-bedroom terrace residence.
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Residences
How to Choose the Right Sueños del Mar Residence
Compare the Sueños del Mar residential collections by lifestyle, layout, outdoor experience, privacy and intended use to find the right fit.
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Flexible Living: Understanding Lockout Configurations
Learn how flexible lockout configurations can support family, guests and changing use while remaining part of the principal Sueños del Mar residence.
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What to Look for in a Central Pacific Residence
From climate-responsive design to everyday services, explore what buyers should consider when choosing a residence on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific.
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Primary Home, Second Home or Investment Residence: Choosing How You Want to Own
Compare three ways buyers may approach a Costa Rica residence—primary home, second home or investment-oriented ownership—and the questions each raises.
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