Las Ventanas

Community Guide

Las Ventanas de Playa Grande

Community

Nestled amidst the panoramic ocean-view mountaintop of El Cerro Almendro (essentially, Almond-Tree Peak), Las Ventanas de Playa Grande, is situated between the enchanting beach towns of Playa Grande and Playa Conchal.

Spanning over 380 acres of lush landscapes and rare tropical dry forest, this exceptional low-density community, comprising just 173 properties, offers unparalleled privacy across its nine subdivisions: La Sabana, El Roble, Caracara, El Camino, Catalinas, Altamar, Jaguarundi, San Pedro, and Cenizaros – many of which boast breathtaking ocean views.

Dedicated to sustainable development, natural connections, and environmental protections, Las Ventanas stands as a true eco-community. Its tropical contemporary architecture seamlessly integrates with the natural terrain, featuring mostly single-level homes that harmonize with their surroundings.

The breathtaking surroundings of Las Ventanas de Playa Grande span forests, hillsides, and mountain peaks, providing stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, tropical dry forest, the Catalinas Islands, Las Baulas National Marine Park, Bahía de Los Piratas, and mangroves. These diverse ecosystems house a wealth of wildlife, from howler monkeys and coatimundis to roadrunners and parrots.

Located at Playa Grande, Ventanas enjoys an incredible location: Home to world-class surf and incredible, international restaurants – and just across the estuary from Tamarindo, where you’ll find a vast selection of services and amenities, from restaurants and nightlife to groceries and basic shopping needs.

Conveniently located near the international Guanacaste Airport (LIR) in Liberia, Tamarindo, several private schools, and 30 miles of beaches within a 30-minute drive, Las Ventanas de Playa Grande beckons exploration. Yet, this captivating community also bids you stay home and indulge in high-end amenities.

WHY WORK WITH US

OUR NUMBERS

$703M+

SALES VOLUME SINCE 2010

40+

REAL ESTATE AGENTS IN COSTA RICA

164K+

SM & EMAIL SUBSCRIBERS

1.53M+

PAGEVIEWS ANNUALLY

Las Ventanas de Playa Grande

AT A GLANCE

From the community’s west-facing Clubhouse, featuring an infinity pool, community playground, and skatepark, to nature trails and 24/7 security, Las Ventanas is a truly inviting place to call home.

Community Clubhouse with infinity pool
Nature, Walking & Biking Trails, with various trailheads throughout the community
Community Organic Gardens
Outdoor Recreational Park, including a skatepark + playground
Backdoor Access to Secluded Beaches
High-End Infrastructure, including paved roads, wells, and underground utilities in ocean-view areas
24/7 Gated Security

COMMUNITIES

at Las Ventanas

Las Ventanas boasts a unique community-within-a-community design, featuring nine infrastructure-ready subdivisions: La Sabana, El Roble, Caracara, El Camino, Catalinas, Altamar, Jaguarundi, San Pedro, and Cenizaros. Each subdivision offers its own distinct charm, ranging from jungle living to captivating ocean-view panoramas.

What sets Las Ventanas apart is the intimate sense of community within each subdivision – a close-knit neighborhood where everyone knows each other by name. Despite this, residents remain seamlessly connected to the broader community of Las Ventanas de Playa Grande, enjoying access to its myriad amenities.

La Sabana

La Sabana, the first phase and birthplace of Las Ventanas, features mostly flat building sites with the community's largest lots. This subdivision, located in the southwest sector, offers a rural appeal with 26 ecological quintas ranging from 1.2 to 2.26 acres. Direct access to Playa Grande's main entrance, community walking trails, and organic gardens adds to the convenience of La Sabana.

El Roble

Named for its dense forests of Grandfather Oak trees, El Roble provides a touch of seclusion and excellent value. With an average lot size of 0.35 acres, wooded privacy, and some properties boasting ocean views, El Roble offers a harmonious jungle ambiance. Situated in the southern foothills of Cerro Almendro, it is adjacent to the Playground and Skatepark.

Caracara

As the second piece of the Phase 2 development, Caracara boasts an elevated position compared to its phase sister, El Roble. This subdivision offers larger lots, many with spectacular Pacific Ocean views. Named after the region's caracara bird of prey, it is Playa Grande's premier ocean-view community with captivating properties overlooking Playa Grande, Las Baulas National Marine Park, and Tamarindo.

Catalinas

Named after the archipelago off Playa Grande's coastline, Catalinas is an ocean-view community featuring some of Las Ventanas' most coveted properties. Its elevated position provides stunning vistas of Tamarindo Bay, protected mangrove forests, Las Baulas National Marine Park, and the subdivision’s namesake islands. Catalinas is conveniently located just a one-minute walk from the Clubhouse, Playground, skatepark, and walking trails.

San Pedro

Perched atop the peaks of Cerro Almendro, the San Pedro subdivision offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, lush landscapes, and eco-friendly architecture. Almost every building site features ocean views, and the 360º views showcase Las Catalinas Islands and Pirates' Bay (Bahía de los Piratas). San Pedro is home to the west-facing Clubhouse and Recreational Area with an infinity pool and recreational/events space.

Cenizaros

Cenizaros, named after the towering tropical ash trees in Guanacaste's landscapes, is one of the newest subdivisions at Las Ventanas, and is located at the community’s entrance, as close to Playa Grande’s waves as you can get! Promising a unique addition to the community, this neighborhood is fully infrastructure-ready, with 24/7 gated security, community organic gardens, and more.

Altamar

Perched atop the community, Altamar – named both for the “high seas” that you’ll see and the “high tide” that draws so many surfers to our area – offers spectacular birds-eye panoramas of the Pacific Ocean and rolling hillsides that beautify the community’s landscapes. Here, you’ll find just 10 highly select, expansive homesites that all offer picturesque ocean views, cool breezes, and ready access to Las Ventanas’ amenities and infrastructure.

El Camino

Discover El Camino, a newer subdivision featuring some of the community's most coveted lots and locations: perched on the hillside, overlooking spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, Playa Grande, Tamarindo, and the Catalinas Islands. This neighborhood is fully infrastructure-ready, with 24/7 gated security, a nature & bike trail, community organic gardens, and more.

Jaguarundi

Climbing into the scenic hills located in the center of the community, the newer Jaguarundi subdivision is named for one of Costa Rica’s iconic felines – a frequent visitor to the community’s forests! Here, you’ll discover just 12 gorgeous homesites – 8 ocean-view and 4 forest-view lots – all with easy access to the community’s infrastructure and amenities.

AMENITIES

Las Ventanas

Las Ventanas de Playa Grande Amenities

Las Ventanas de Playa Grande is what Costa Rica deems a luxury lifestyle community: A true community and retreat designed for part- and full-time residents, offering the year-round, upscale amenities that make a difference to your everyday life, especially for families and residents who pursue an active lifestyle.

Basic Lifestyle: Safety, Security & Convenience

If you’re looking for a home that checks off all your major boxes, then the gated community of Las Ventanas de Playa Grande, Costa Rica offers 24/7 gated security, paved roads, and entrance gates.

Las Ventanas Clubhouse

If there’s a crown jewel at Las Ventanas de Playa Grande, then it would undoubtedly be the west-facing Clubhouse. Situated in the La Sabana subdivision near the peak of Cerro Almendro, this coveted gathering spot commands a prime position.

Offering breathtaking sunsets, the Clubhouse is a delightful haven for Las Ventanas residents. It features an infinity pool and recreational area, providing an ideal setting for relaxation and enjoyment. Additionally, just a short distance away lies the community’s recently inaugurated playground (see below).

Hiking & Biking Trails

Explore 6.6 kms (4.1 miles) of asphalt, gravel, and earthen trails, which wend and wind through forest and countryside. They’re ideal for hikers and bikers – and for anyone who loves nature, as the community’s trails host white-tailed deer, howler monkeys, white-nosed coatis, and even big cats. Adventure awaits!

Community Park/Adventure Playground

Las Ventanas de Playa Grande is your lifestyle destination for recreation, thanks to well-equipped park facilities. From their pump track (biking obstacle course) – test your bike tricks and enjoy a new thrill, every ride! – to the skatepark, there’s always a place and an opportunity to test your mettle and finesse your skills. Way cooler than your average playground!

Community Gardens

Stroll through the community’s organic gardens and sample fresh delicacies. From passion fruit and papaya to bananas and guanabana (soursop), this is a space for discovering new favorites from the tropics.

Las Ventanas de Playa Grande

Architecture

Nestled in the heart of Guanacaste province, surrounded by rare tropical dry forest, Las Ventanas embraces a crucial responsibility: not merely to safeguard but to foster and protect the delicate ecosystems of Guanacaste—one of the last remaining expanses of tropical dry forest on the planet.

At the core of Las Ventanas is a philosophy asserting that architecture should harmonize with and adapt to the community’s natural terrain rather than imposing change upon it. This approach, known as tropical contemporary architecture, ensures that development seamlessly integrates with the surrounding landscapes.

In practical terms, Las Ventanas’ homes make a conscientious effort to adjust their plans and architectural designs, preserving the essence of their environment. Your residence will seamlessly acclimate to the native climate and precious ecosystem, safeguarding the trees, flora, landscapes, and terrain that ensure Costa Rica and Guanacaste’s irreplaceable biodiversity throughout the annual cycle of lush green season and sun-drenched dry season.

This commitment translates into energy-efficient homes featuring ample cross-ventilation, natural light, expansive overhangs, large sliding glass doors, and sheltered alfresco verandas. The overarching goal is to minimize your environmental and energy footprint, both reducing your electricity bill and providing indoor/outdoor spaces for your enjoyment, regardless of rain or shine.

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