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ADVENTUROUS. INVESTED. SOPHISTICATED.

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Redefining real estate development in Costa Rica

COSTA RICA 101

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Everything you’ve ever wanted to know

THE PERFECT DAY IN UVITA

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What to do, where to eat, and how to do paradise in one incredible day

EXPLORE THE COSTA BALLENA

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Discover incredible beaches and waterfalls, go whale watching and surf the best breaks on the coastline

SODAS 11 The Costa Rican restaurant you didn’t know you had to visit

ÉLAN AT BALLENA BEACH

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Make yourself at home in a world of endless adventure

MARINO BALLENA NATIONAL PARK

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An iconic natural paradise

THE TERRACES AT SAN MARTÍN

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The essence of Costa Rican living

Q THE ARCHITECT

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Q&A with Luiz A. Rodríguez, the architectural visionary behind Axiom

THE SIERRA COLLECTION The pinnacle of luxury and prestige awaits you

AXIOM DEVELOPMENT GROUP Costa Rica: +506.4001.2343 Marker 170km – just south of Uvita Costanera Sur – Highway 34 | Bahia Ballena info@axiomcostarica.com | axiomcostarica.com

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ADVENTUROUS. INVESTED. SOPHISTICATED. Redefining real estate development in Costa Rica

MICHAEL HIMES Founder and president of the largest petroleum wholesaler in the world, Michael is a native of the state of Indiana, a political science graduate, an army veteran, an explorer and natural adventurer. His thirst for new horizons has taken him around the world, but it was only after discovering the purity of the Costa Rica experience that he decided that this is where he would leave his legacy, establishing Axiom Development Group to share the treasure he had found with others. BLAKE DELATTE A designer and landscape architect by trade, Blake is an ardent student of the natural world, creating a design and development philosophy that is fundamentally anchored in the integration of culture, environment and community. His work at EDSA, one of the world’s foremost planning companies, resulted in iconic urban centers, luxury resort properties and intimate eco-retreats. As a founding partner of Axiom and resident of Costa Rica, his philosophy is woven into the fabric of every project they undertake.

It’s not often you come across a real estate developer who

the product would be most beneficial to the community while

thinks reputation and credibility are the most important things

in harmony with the existing environment.”

they have to build. Axiom Development Group is a little different that way. What and where they build, how they build, and what

It is through this philosophy that Axiom clearly demonstrates that

it says about them are as important as the buildings themselves.

they are naturally invested in the places they develop, and that they take care to ensure the impact they have on the community

They also understand that simply saying something is one thing,

and the environment is positive. Combined with their cumulative

while actually doing it speaks volumes. To ensure the community

experience in luxury residential, commercial, urban, recreational,

sees the commitment and credibility of their undertaking in

and resort development, the Axiom development team has a

transforming real estate development in the Southern Zone of

history of creating defining real estate projects.

Costa Rica, Axiom has accomplished something rather novel by pre-building not only one project, but three distinctive projects.

Axiom’s strategic vision comes from its founders, Michael Himes and Blake Delatte. As Executive Director and Director of

“We believe that every great place has a soul. A uniqueness

Development, Michael and Blake combine their love of the country

that defines it and draws us to it while awakening our sense of

and its environment to ensure that the homes they build not only

adventure, and that once discovered, pulls us back to share it

create long-term value for homeowners, but also contribute to

with the people who are most important to us. This belief is the

the communities in which they are located. This practice results

foundation of all of our development practices and it directs us

in every home being thoughtfully integrated into the natural

in deciding not only which product to create, but also where

Costa Rican rainforest.

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Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about

COSTA RICA

COSTA RICA 101

COSTA RICA SEEMS TO HAVE IT ALL FIGURED OUT. THEY HAVE DECLARED AN INNOVATIVE ‘PEACE WITH NATURE’ INITIATIVE THAT INCLUDES A COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABLE TOURISM AND MAKING COSTA RICA CARBON NEUTRAL BY 2023. IT IS A PLACE FOR PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE. WHETHER YOU ARE AN EXPLORER, NATURE LOVER, INTO EXTREME SPORTS OR JUST LIKE TO RELAX, COSTA RICA HAS SOMETHING FOR YOU. THE COUNTRY MAY BE SMALL, BUT IT’S BOOMING WITH ACTIVITIES, WITH SOMETHING NEW AROUND EVERY CORNER. THE HISTORY The recorded history of Costa Rica

with only a few settlements like

international concerns such as leading

begins around 1500, but human

Heredia, San José, and Alajuela

the world’s efforts in environmental

habitation dates back as far as 10,000

becoming established. In 1808

initiatives.

years. Little is known of the ancient

however, coffee put Costa Rica back

cultures that inhabited the coastlines.

on the map, and frontier entrepreneurs

THE CULTURE

They left very few clues about their

began to develop the country which lead

Due to the loss of the indigenous

semi-nomadic existence in the way

to wealth, class structure, and eventually

culture, and the rich European, North

of ruins, statues, or monuments, but

independence from Spain in 1821.

American and Caribbean influences, Costa Rica does not have a distinct local

what they did leave us is a wonderful mystery; perfect granite spheres

Over the next 100 years, Costa Rica

culture. If you had to give it a label, it

scattered across the southwest

suffered from a variety of class disputes,

would be “Latin Internationalism,” where

coastline. These mysterious spheres

political struggles, and finally a short

influences from around the globe are

come in all sizes, from a few inches to

civil war in 1948. By 1949 however,

adopted and given a wonderful Latin

over 6 feet in diameter and weighing in

Costa Rica had a new democratic

flair by ‘the friendliest people in the

at over 15 tons. Why they were created,

government and progressive new

world.’ This cosmopolitan approach

what they were used for, and who

constitution that gave women the

to life is best seen in the local cuisine.

carved them is unknown. While there

right to vote, dismantled the Costa

Never too spicy, and always rich in

are many theories from a variety of

Rican army, banned the communist

nutrition and hearty in flavor, the local

experts, for the rest of us, they are

party, nationalized banks, and

cuisine is typically centered among

established presidential term limits,

beef, chicken, or one of the many

among other things. Since then Costa

assortments of fresh fish and seafood.

Rica has remained one of the few

If there is a national dish, it is Casado,

politically and economically stable

which consists of rice, salad, fried

arrived near what is current-day Puerto

countries in the region, and has

plantains, black beans, and grilled meat

Limón on September 18, 1502. Greeted

remained so for over half a century.

or seafood. This dish is so commonplace

just another aspect of Costa Rica that makes it so enchanting. Christopher Columbus and the Spanish

it can be found throughout the country in

by the local Carib Indians, he named the

midmorning and closing around

fauna and flora found on the planet.

placing Costa Rica among the very few

midnight. From casual roadside Soda

Costa Rica has an unwavering pride

number of countries free from military

lunch counters to an array of worldly

and appreciation for its natural beauty,

forces and interests. Like in the USA,

cuisine, you’ll always find something to

and while it has a large industry

political elections take place every four

satisfy your appetite in Costa Rica.

devoted to tourism, it will not sacrifice

years; the President, Congressmen and

the environment for its pursuit. With TRANSPORTATION

27% of the country designated as

Due to its central location and

National Parks and reserves, it

developed infrastructure, traveling

has instead taken an approach of

to and around Costa Rica is more

preservation and ecotourism to

straightforward than one might expect.

ensure that its magnificent natural

San Jose International Airport receives

resources and lush, untouched

direct flights from major cities in North

rainforests will exist for generations

America, Europe, Central America and

to come.

South America. From there, major

Municipal Representatives are popularly chosen, and the Constitution prohibits presidential re-election. THE ECONOMY For over half a century, Costa Rica has largely focused on the growth, strength, and stability of its economy. Displaying a strong economy for decades, it is no surprise that Costa Rica has become

highways and a developed network of

The temperate climate in Costa Rica

transportation options make exploring

makes it easy to get out and enjoy the

the country relatively easy and similar

natural wonders of the country. With

to most countries. Whether you decide

spring-like weather year-round, the

USA citizens permanently reside in

to fly, explore the country by car, take a

average temperature in the Central

Costa Rica, and nearly 700,000 people

taxi, or even jump on local buses to get

Valley is 72 o F (22 oC), while the

visit each year from the USA alone.

around, you’ll find that Costa Rica’s

coastal temperatures range between

transportation system is dependable,

70o F (21oC) to 90o F (32oC).

one of the most popular places in the region for foreign investors. Over 50,000

region Costa Rica, or “Rich Coast,” after

THE PEOPLE

every open-air lunch counter, and most

observing the abundant gold decorations

Costa Ricans refer to themselves as

recently, it has been featured in finer

worn by the locals. While large deposits

“Ticos,” and their official language is

dining establishments as well, where

of gold were never found, and the region

Spanish, with only a few indigenous

chefs use their various backgrounds to

stayed largely unsettled by the Spanish

languages spoken in remote areas of

bring new flavors and techniques to the

THE ENVIRONMENT

Costa Rica’s government is recognized

for decades, the local tribes eventually

the country. English is spoken in most

creation of this popular dish. Similar

What Costa Rica might lack in

as the most stable government in the

suffered from the same dire effects as

tourist areas and within most business

in popularity to Casado, the popular

indigenous culture, it more than makes

region with an undisturbed democracy

others in the region in response to

proceedings, as well as by the local

breakfast dish of Gallo Pinto, a simple

up for in natural beauty. Costa Rica is

in place for over half a century. The 1949

the European invasion, and the Indian

population on the Caribbean coast.

take on fried rice and black beans, can

extraordinarily bio diverse, and with

political Constitution guarantees the

population dwindled rapidly. Today’s

Unlike other Latin American countries,

also be readily found throughout the

its wildlife, natural attractions, and

legal equality of its citizens, as well

Costa Rican population of around 3.8

Costa Rica is largely middle class and

country. Typically served with fresh fruit,

reputation for conservation, it is a

as providing freedom of expression,

million is 90% white, including mestizo,

has higher levels of income, education,

farm-raised eggs, organic cheeses, and

magnet for anyone who loves nature.

meeting, press, and the right to form

with only 1% of the population of

and lower poverty levels. Costa Rica’s

warm tortillas, this satisfying breakfast

Bordering both the Pacific Ocean and

organizations. Applicable not only to its

Indian heritage.

focus on education, healthcare, and

is not only delicious but also economical

the Caribbean Sea, with a series of

lawful citizens, Costa Rica extends these

political structure, as well as its natural,

the environment has resulted in the

to locals and tourists alike. Mirroring the

volcanic mountain chains dividing the

fundamental rights to all foreigners as

unparalleled beauty and peaceful

With the dream of finding mountains

economy’s unprecedented steady

casual and friendly attitude of the

country, its diverse topography forms

well. Astonishing to many, the Costa

culture, it is no surprise Costa Rica

of gold never materializing, Costa Rica

growth over the past decade, thus

country, dining is generally a leisurely

more than 12 ecosystems, producing

Rican Constitution further prohibits

is continually ranked as ‘one of the

was largely forgotten by the Spanish

permitting the country to focus on

experience, with restaurants opening

one of the richest concentrations of

the establishment of an army, thereby

happiest places on Earth.’

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safe, smoothly operated. THE GOVERNMENT

Like most developed economies, Costa Rica is not immune to the rises and falls of the global market, yet its economy remains stable with 71% of its GDP derived from the service sector. Boasting the highest standard of living in the region and an unemployment rate of only 7.3%, it’s no wonder that “pura vida,” or “life is good,” persists as the local expression used when greeting others. With its stable economy and

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WITH THE WORLD OF ADVENTURE THAT IS UVITA, THERE ARE INFINITE COMBINATIONS OF ACTIVITIES THAT WILL MAKE LIFE HERE MAGICAL.

THE PERFECT DAY IN UVITA What to do, where to eat, and how to do paradise in one incredible day

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the rainforest greets the day with a

town. Early morning is a great time

beach for an afternoon surf, swim,

to see toucans, so keep a look out.

or simply stroll and whale-watch

Every morning just before dawn, spectacular symphony of birds and distant monkey calls. Get up early, listen in, and start your day unlike any other.

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Head to the Whale’s Tail, and on your way there, stop to take in the

Start making your way back into

from the beach as the sun sets.

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Back in town, breakfast options abound. Flutterby House, Sibu Cafeteria and The Dome are all great choices.

of the river.

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Although the Whale’s Tail is a popular destination for everyone, if you’re there early enough, you’ll feel the real magic of this place by being the first on the beach.

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Take it all in, really take it all in. You’re standing in the ocean on one

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Dinnertime — your choice. From casual restaurants like the Restaurante Marino Ballena to more lavish atmospheres like

richness of the bird life along the way — especially at the south end

After lunch, wander back down to the

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After breakfast, head to Cascada Verde or the Nauyaca Waterfalls. They are some of the best waterfalls

Cuna del Angel, Uvita has you covered.

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If it happens to be Saturday, the

in the area for swimming, jumping

farmers market is also a great

and generally reveling in paradise.

place to pick up fresh organic nuts, vegetables and seafood to create

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Lunchtime — if you’re at Cascada Verde, there’s a restaurant at the entrance that has great fish tacos, or

your own spectacular feast.

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Spend the rest of the evening gazing

of the most beautiful and iconic sand

head for any one of the fantastic lunch

at the incredible stars. And don’t

bars in the world — it’s an experience

spots like Sabor Español, Ranchos

forget to remind yourself that you

you’ll never forget.

Remo or the Jungle Blue Restaurant.

can do it all again tomorrow.

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EXPLORE THE COSTA BALLENA Discover incredible beaches and waterfalls, go whale watching and surf the best breaks on the coastline

WHALE-WATCHING It’s called Costa Ballena because this is an incredible part of the world to see whales. There are several different species that are regularly seen here, including false killer, Bryde’s, pilot, and of course humpback whales. Humpbacks are a very common sight since they use this region’s temperate waters for breeding and for rearing their young. With two separate humpback migrations each year, each lasting a few months, whale season is almost a year-round event. You can easily see whales from the beach, but the best way to experience these gentle giants is on one of the many boat tours.

SURFING While Dominical draws the most surfers because it’s considered to have the best waves in the area, there are a couple of lesserknown beaches along the coast that are equally worth a visit.

MARINE PARK HOME OF THE WHALE TAIL, MARINO BALLENA NATIONAL PARK IS ONE OF THE ONLY MARINE PARKS

Playa Colonia: If you’re new to surfing, this is the beach for you because the offshore rock formations mellow the waves. Playa Colonia is inside Marino Ballena National Park and offers much more manageable waves, and there are plenty of surf schools nearby if you’re looking to learn.

IN COSTA RICA, AND IS A HAVEN FOR ANYONE WHO LOVES SURF, SAND AND WILDLIFE. THE PARK HAS A STRING OF BEAUTIFUL WIDE BEACHES THAT BACK ONTO THE ICONIC PALM TREES OF THE REGION. ALL OF THE PARK’S BEACHES ARE A GREAT PLACE TO SPEND THE DAY WITH FAMILY A N D FRIENDS PICNICKING, BARBECUING OR SIMPLY SETTING UP A HAMMOCK AND LANGUISHING THE DAY AWAY. THE MAIN BEACH HOWEVER, IS WHERE THE WHALE TAIL IS. THIS NATURAL SANDBAR

Playa Hermosa: Just north of Uvita, this beach has consistent waves for beginner and mid-level surfers, especially when there’s bigger surf at Dominical. The best breaks on this beach are right in front of the lifeguard stand.

IS SHAPED LIKE A WHALE’S TAIL AND IS COMPLETELY ACCESSIBLE AT LOW TIDE, ALLOWING YOU TO EASILY WALK AND OUT EXPLORE THE ROCKS AND TIDAL POOLS AT ITS TIP.

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HIKING

LOCAL EVENTS

Costa Ballena is defined by the ocean, mountains and rainforest,

The Costa Ballena hosts many events, including surf

with the latter two often being overlooked. This is an amazing

competitions and food festivals, and even a craft beer

part of the world to simply head inland and enjoy nature at its

fest. Some of the biggest happenings are:

finest. With the mountains so close to the coast, it’s easy to get in an early morning hike, and make it back to the beach by

FESTIVAL OF WHALES & DOLPHINS

Tesoro Escondido Eco-Reserve in Playa Hermosa de Uvita.

Held at the height of the humpback whale migration in September, the festival features discounted whale-watching tours and a community fair with a host of local foods and vendors.

HACIENDA BARÚ

ENVISION FESTIVAL

lunchtime to cool off. A couple of the best places to hike and see wildlife are the Hacienda Barú in Dominical and the

Located near Dominical, this spectacular wildlife refuge has 7 kilometers of managed trails. You won’t have to hike far to see amazing wildlife like white-faced monkeys, king vultures and pacas. The trail network includes a magnificent lookout with views of Dominical Beach. There are also night tours, overnight jungle stays, and a zip-line tour. TESORO ESCONDIDO RESERVE

This is a more secluded reserve with fewer visitors, giving you a better chance of spotting more reclusive rainforest animals like howler monkeys, peccaries, parrots, toucans, and even the odd snake. Along with the wildlife, the trails offer some incredible views, including an amazing view of Uvita’s Whale Tail. Guided tours of the reserve can be arranged through the Playa Hermosa Ecological Association.

As a celebration dedicated to awakening our human potential, the Envision Festival provides a platform for different cultures to coexist in a sustainable community and inspire one another through art, spirituality, yoga, music, dance, performance, education, sustainability and our fundamental connection with nature. BEST FEST

Best Fest is an international music festival that takes place on the shores of Marino Ballena National Park in Costa Ballena. On one side of the park lies the warm vibrant waters of the Pacific, while pristine jungle covered mountains enclose it on all others. This idyllic location makes for a one-of-a-kind venue where this Costa Rica Music Festival and nature conspire to produce epic times that will be emblazoned on your memories forever.

WATERFALLS IN THIS INCREDIBLE PART OF THE WORLD, THERE IS NO SHORTAGE OF NATURALLY STUNNING TROPICAL WATERFALLS. THE MOST FAMOUS OF THESE IS LESS THAN A HALF HOUR INTO THE MOUNTAINS.

NAUYACA: THIS WATERFALL IS ONE OF COSTA RICA’S MOST IMPRESSIVE WITH TWO SETS OF FALLS MEASURING A COMBINED 200 FEET. THE UPPER FA LLS HAVE A N I MPR ESSI VE 1 40-FOOT CLIFF AND ARE A GREAT PLACE FOR A PICNIC AND TO SIMPLY HANG OUT. THE LOWER FALLS FEATURE A LARGE POOL FOR SWIMMING AND DIVING. YOU CAN EASILY HIKE TO THE FALLS, BUT MOST PEOPLE GET THERE BY TAKING A HORSEBACK TOUR. CASCADA VERDE: THIS IS A SMALLER WATERFALL THAT’S CLOSER TO TOWN AND GETS A LITTLE MORE CROWDED, BUT IT’S STILL GREAT FOR A QUICK SWIM, JUMPING OR SLIDING INTO THE COOL EMERALD WATER.

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SODAS

The Costa Rican restaurant you didn’t know you had to visit

Sodas differ from “regular” restaurants because they only serve

greets you. From here on in is where the Soda really begins

what is known as a “typico,” or the typical Costa Rica cuisine. The

to differ from a restaurant because there is no menu. All Sodas

basic plate is called a “casado” which translates to “marriage,” and

essentially have the same menu. Your only real choice is chicken,

means a mix of rice, beans, salad, and a meat or fish of your choice.

pork, fish, beef or shrimp. But that does not mean the selection

Every Soda makes their own variation on the theme by adding

will be any less delicious. What Sodas lack in selection, they

elements like a fried plantain, mashed potatoes, a fried egg or

more than make up for in local, fresh, natural flavors.

some picadillo, which is a small chopped vegetable salad of ayote or potato with herbs and spices.

With the prevalence of tourism, most Sodas have adapted to accommodate the uninitiated and have begun to provide basic

Here’s how a Soda differs from the familiar restaurant format. Walk

menus, or simply use a chalkboard to show what’s on the menu.

into a Soda, and the first thing you’ll notice is that it’s more casual

But if you fancy yourself a seasoned traveler, and want to show

than a restaurant, the furniture is a little more basic, and the décor

off just how ‘local’ you are, familiarize with the menu below

a little more ad hoc. You sit down, and the server comes over and

and you’ll be off to a great start in any Soda.

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“POLLO A LA PLANCHA”

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“POLLO EN SALSA”

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“CHULETA”

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“FILLET”

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“CARNE EN SALSA”

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“ARROZ CON CAMARON”

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“ARROZ CON POLLO”

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“BIFSTEK”

WHEN IT COMES TO PLACES TO EAT IN COSTA RICA, THERE ARE TWO KINDS. THE FIRST ARE

GRILLED CHICKEN

CHICKEN IN SAUCE, WHICH IS MOST OFTEN A RED SAUCE

PORK CHOP

USUALLY A FISH FILLET, BUT YOU CAN ORDER THIS “EMPANIZADO” WHICH MEANS BREADED, “AL AJILLO” WHICH MEANS IN BUTTER AND GARLIC, OR “A LA PLANCHA” WHICH MEANS GRILLED

RESTAURANTS, AND WE ALL KNOW HOW THEY WORK. YOU WALK IN, SIT DOWN, ORDER FROM A MENU, AND ENJOY. IN COSTA RICA HOWEVER, AND IN MOST NEIGHBORING COUNTRIES, THERE IS ANOTHER KIND OF EATING ESTABLISHMENT – THE SODA. THEY’RE A LITTLE BIT LIKE

BEEF IN A GRAVY SAUCE

A RESTAURANT, FAST FOOD JOINT, AND CAFETERIA MIXED TOGETHER. THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO KNOW ABOUT SODAS IS THAT YOU HAVE TO EAT AT THEM, THEY SERVE GREAT LOCAL FOOD, ARE INEXPENSIVE, CAN BE FOUND EVERYWHERE, AND YOUR STAY IN COSTA RICA WILL BE ALL THE MORE ENRICHED BY HAVING EXPERIENCED ONE.

RICE WITH SHRIMP

RICE WITH CHICKEN

A BEEFSTEAK

THIS IS THE SODA EXPERIENCE. THE FOOD IS DELICIOUS, ESSENTIALLY HOMEMADE, THE PRICES VERY APPEALING, AND THE LOCATIONS ARE CONVENIENT IN THAT YOU NEVER HAVE TO LOOK FAR TO FIND ONE. EVEN IF YOU DON’T SPEAK A WORD OF SPANISH, YOU’LL FIND THAT THE NATURALLY FRIENDLY COSTA RICAN DISPOSITION WILL ALWAYS MAKE YOUR ATTEMPTS AT COMMUNICATION FUN.

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ÉLAN AT BALLENA BEACH Make yourself at home in a world of endless adventure There aren’t many homes where one of the best beaches in Costa Rica is at your doorstep, a national park is next door, and an incredible gated community with private pools and modern day conveniences surround you. Élan at Ballena Beach gives you an endless world of adventure to enjoy. You can surf some of the best breaks on the coast, hike through the rainforest to secret waterfalls, paddle board through the mangroves, dive or snorkel off tropical islands, and go sport fishing and whale-watching — Élan at Ballena Beach really puts you in the heart of everything Costa Rica has to offer.

• PRIVATE, GATED COMMUNITY CONNECTED TO THE PLAYA BALLENA NATIONAL PARK AND BIOLOGICAL CORRIDOR • THREE SWIMMING POOLS, INCLUDING HOT TUBS AND SHALLOW AREAS SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN, WITH ADJOINING LOUNGING AREAS, COVERED PAVILIONS, BBQ FACILITIES AND WASHROOMS • PRIVATE WALKWAY TO ONE OF COSTA RICA’S MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES • AIR-CONDITIONED FITNESS FACILITY • NATURE RESERVE WITH INTERPRETIVE TRAIL SYSTEM • RESIDENCE ELEVATORS • DESIGNATED OWNER AND GUEST PARKING • LUSHLY LANDSCAPED GARDENS AND FOOTPATHS BLENDED INTO THE TROPICAL RAINFOREST SURROUNDINGS • SOLAR ENERGY GRID TIEBACK SYSTEM TO OFFSET COMMON AREA ELECTRICAL CHARGES • ON-SITE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND RENTAL MANAGEMENT OFFICE • ON-SITE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

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2 BEDROOM MODEL A

ÉLAN AT BALLENA BEACH

BEDROOMS:

2

BATHROOMS: 2.5 INTERIOR:

1,658 SQ. FT. | 154 M 2

TERRACES:

118 SQ. FT. | 11 M 2

TOTAL:

1,776 SQ. FT. | 165 M 2

TERRACE GROUND FLOOR ONLY

MASTER BEDROOM

LIVING ROOM TERRACE

DINING

Features and amenities • Custom solid wood entry door • Italian Gres porcelain tile flooring

BATHROOM

• Designer bathroom cabinetry with quartz stone countertops and mirrors • Contemporary GROHE™ bathroom faucets and fixtures • Designer kitchen cabinetry with quartz stone countertops

KITCHEN

• BOSCH™ stainless steel stove, microwave/fan, dishwasher, French-door fridge

MASTER BATH

BEDROOM

• Stainless steel sink with GROHE™ faucet and sound-insulated garbage disposal unit • BOSCH™ front-load, stackable full-size washer and dryer • Italian designer closets • Recessed LED lighting throughout the residence

LAUNDRY

BATHROOM

• Italian tile shower enclosures with built-in shelving • Energy-efficient DAIKIN™ A/C units in bedrooms, living-dining

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area and kitchen • Ceiling fans in bedrooms, living-dining area and main balcony • Reinforced concrete posts and beams • Structural, insulated panel exterior walls • Stone-coated steel roofing system for sound attenuation and durability • PellaTM energy efficient Low-E insulating double-pane glass doors and windows • Energy-efficient water heater • Private storage units conveniently located at the entrance to each residence • 24-hour monitored security with video surveillance

ÉLAN AT BALLENA BEACH

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2 BEDROOM MODEL B

3 BEDROOM MODEL A

BEDROOMS:

BEDROOMS:

2

BATHROOMS: 2.5

3

BATHROOMS: 2.5

INTERIOR:

1,658 SQ. FT. | 154 M 2

INTERIOR:

TERRACES:

118 SQ. FT. | 11 M

TERRACES:

205 SQ. FT. | 19 M 2

TOTAL:

1,776 SQ. FT. | 165 M 2

TOTAL:

2,195 SQ. FT. | 204 M 2

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1,991 SQ. FT. | 185 M 2

TERRACE GROUND FLOOR ONLY

TERRACE GROUND FLOOR ONLY

BEDROOM

TERRACE GROUND FLOOR ONLY

BATHROOM TERRACE GROUND FLOOR ONLY

BEDROOM

MASTER BEDROOM

ENTRY

LIVING ROOM

MASTER BATHROOM

DINING

STORAGE

TERRACE

BATHROOM

BATHROOM MASTER BATHROOM

LAUNDRY

MASTER BEDROOM

KITCHEN

KITCHEN

BEDROOM LAUNDRY BATHROOM ENTRY

TERRACE LIVING ROOM

DINING

ÉLAN AT BALLENA BEACH

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ÉLAN AT BALLENA BEACH

3 BEDROOM MODEL B BEDROOMS:

3

BATHROOMS: 2.5 INTERIOR:

1,991 SQ. FT. | 185 M 2

TERRACES:

205 SQ. FT. | 19 M 2

TOTAL:

2,195 SQ. FT. | 204 M 2

TERRACE GROUND FLOOR ONLY

BEDROOM

BATHROOM

TERRACE GROUND FLOOR ONLY

BEDROOM

ENTRY

MASTER BATHROOM

STORAGE

BATHROOM

MASTER BEDROOM

LAUNDRY

KITCHEN

TERRACE LIVING ROOM

DINING

ÉLAN AT BALLENA BEACH

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GOLDEN SANDY BEACHES, ROCKY SHORELINES AND BEAUTIFUL CORAL REEFS ARE JUST A FEW OF THE REASON S WHY MA R I N O BALLENA I S A N ATUR A L TREASURE OF THE REGION

COSTA RICA’S FAMOUS WHALE TAIL

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MARINO BALLENA NATIONAL PARK An iconic natural paradise

This national park is one of the unique reserves in Costa Rica. Located just offshore and along the coast, the park protects more than 5,375 hectares of ocean and 110 hectares of land along 9 miles of coastline, including mangrove forests, coral reefs and beaches. It was declared a national park in 1898, and although it is home to the famous isthmus shaped like a whale’s tail, it was named for the humpback whales that migrate here each year.

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Humpback whales are in fact found in these waters for most of the year because the park benefits from 2 migrations. Whales come from Alaska to the region from December to April, and from Antarctica from August to November, making it one of the worlds best places to go whale-watching. Along with humpback whales, there are 85 other species endemic to the waters of this area.

The landscape of the park varies considerably depending on when you visit. In the morning, the mangroves come alive with the call of birds and the replenishing eucalyptus forest creates amazing colors. In the evening around sunset, scarlet macaws can be found in pairs in the trees, and monkeys regularly stop by. On the beach, high tide brings with it waves and an active beach that is great for playing in the surf. If the surf becomes a little rough for you, small swimming holes created by the currents are calmer and safer for the less experienced swimmers. At low tide, the beaches transform into an expansive area to explore, and exposes the Punta Uvita Tombola — the Whale’s Tail. Stretching out into the ocean for about a mile, the Whale’s Tail is a natural barrier reef that was created by the forces of two rivers on either side of the reef. Along with a great place to explore the beach and take in some incredible views of the mountains, the Whale’s Tail is also perfect for snorkeling. The four main beaches of the park – Playa Bahia Ballena, Playa Pinuela, Playa Colonia and Playa Uvita are usually fairly deserted, making them serene and peaceful shorelines to explore. Offshore, the largest coral reef on the Pacific Coast of Central America forms a crescent necklace with the three small islands known as Las Tres Hermanas, (The Three Sisters) with Ballena island as the centerpiece. The coral reef contains 18 coral species, making it one of the largest collections of coral in Costa Rica, including Stony Coral, Cauliflower Coral and Star Column Coral. Boat tours are available to Ballena Island, giving you the perfect opportunity to observe a plethora of marine life and explore the phenomenal ocean floor below. Along with humpback whales, olive ridley sea turtles, bottle-nose dolphins, sharks, starfish, false orcas, green iguanas, leatherback turtles and Bryde’s whales are common sights. Olive ridley and hawksbill sea turtles also nest along the shores of Playa Bahia Ballena between May and November.

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THE TERRACES AT SAN MARTÍN The essence of Costa Rican living • PRIVATE, GATED VILLA COMMUNITY LOCATED ON THE BLUFFS OVERLOOKING

Sunsets over the Pacific, the call of toucans greeting you in the morning, and days filled with the rich tapestry of culture and adventure — this is the essence of Costa Rican living. Set on an elevated terrace overlooking the ocean, each of the 21 villas in this exclusive community is nestled in the emerald rainforest with expansive views of the ocean. It is a lifestyle that gives you the luxuries and conveniences of a secure gated community, with the freedom to revel in the best of Costa Rican living whenever you wish.

THE SAN MARTiN BEACH • EASY ACCESS TO BEACHES, NATIONAL PARKS, DINING, ENTERTAINMENT AND SHOPPING • LUSH NATURAL LANDSCAPING • PAVER BRICK INTERIOR ROADS • VIEW CORRIDORS PROTECTED BY ADJACENT RAINFOREST PRESERVES • HOMES NESTLED AMONG A GROVE OF OLD-GROWTH TREES TO PROVIDE AMPLE SHADING AND PASSIVE COOLING OF HOMES • PRIVATE TRAIL SYSTEM TO WATERFALL, BEACH AND RAINFOREST • PRIVATE AND PUBLIC WATER SOURCES WITH RESERVE STORAGE TANK • OPTIMIZED WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT • 24-HOUR SECURITY WITH INTELLIGENT PERIMETER CONTROLS • ON-SITE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

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THE TERRACES AT SAN MARTÍN

Features and amenities • Custom solid wood entry and interior doors • Italian Gres porcelain tile flooring • Contemporary flat clay tile roofs • Imported designer bathroom cabinetry with natural stone countertops and mirrors • Contemporary imported bathroom faucets and fixtures • Imported designer kitchen cabinetry with natural stone countertops • High-quality, stainless steel built-in microwave and oven, induction cooktop, downdraft extractor fan, dishwasher and French-door fridge

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• Stainless steel sink with imported faucet and sound-insulated garbage disposal unit • Front-load full-size washer and dryer • Designer closets with racks, poles, shelves and drawers • Recessed LED lighting throughout the residence • Glass shower enclosures • Energy-efficient DAIKIN™ A/C units in bedrooms, living-dining area and kitchen area • Ceiling fans in bedrooms, living-dining area and main balcony • Double-pane glass doors and windows

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THE TERRACES AT SAN MARTÍN

3 BEDROOM MODEL A BEDROOMS:

3

BATHROOMS: 3.5 INTERIOR:

2,530 SQ. FT. | 235 M 2

TERRACES:

1,389 SQ. FT. | 129 M 2

TOTAL:

3,917 SQ. FT. | 364 M 2

GROUND FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

STORAGE

STORAGE STORAGE STORAGE

LAUNDRY

LAUNDRY

TERRACE

BEDROOM

TERRACE

BEDROOM

KITCHEN

BATHROO

KITCHEN

BATHROOM DINING

DINING BATHROOM BATHROOM

BATHROOM

BATHROOM

BEDROOM

BEDROOM

ENTRANCE

ENTRANCE

MASTER BATHROOM

TERRACE

MASTER BATHROOM

TERRACE

LIVING ROOM

LIVING ROOM MASTER BEDROOM

MASTER BEDROOM TERRACE

TERRACE

Single Family 3 Bedroom | 3.5 Bath Total Area: 364m2 | 3,918 sq. ft Interior Area: 235m2 | 2,530 sq. ft Exterior Area: 129m2 | 1,388 sq. ft

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POOL

Single Family 3 Bedroom | 3.5 Bath Total Area: 364m2 | 3,918 sq. ft Interior Area: 235m2 | 2,530 sq. ft Exterior Area: 129m2 | 1,388 sq. ft

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THE TERRACES AT SAN MARTÍN

3 BEDROOM MODEL B BEDROOMS:

3

BATHROOMS: 2.5 INTERIOR:

2,067 SQ. FT. | 192 M 2

TERRACES:

861 SQ. FT. | 80 M 2

TOTAL:

2,928 SQ. FT. | 272 M 2

GROUND FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

STORAGE LAUNDRY

STORAGE LAUNDRY

BEDROOM

BEDRO

BATHROOM KITCHEN

BATHROOM

BATHROOM

KITCHEN

ENTRANCE ENTRANCE

MASTER BATHROOM

LIVING ROOM

MASTER BATHROOM

DINING

LIVING ROOM

BEDROOM DINING

MASTER BEDROOM

B MASTER BEDROOM

TERRACE TERRACE

TERRACE TERRACE

POOL POOL

Duplex 3 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath Total Area: 272m2 | 2,928 sq. ft Interior Area: 191m2 | 2,056 sq. ft Exterior Area: 81m2 | 872 sq. ft

Duplex 3 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath Total Area: 272m2 | 2,928 sq. ft Interior Area: 191m2 | 2,056 sq. ft Exterior Area: 81m2 | 872 sq. ft

THE TERRACES AT SAN MARTÍN

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THE TERRACES AT SAN MARTÍN

3 BEDROOM MODEL C BEDROOMS:

3

BATHROOMS: 2.5 INTERIOR:

2,067 SQ. FT. | 192 M 2

TERRACES:

861 SQ. FT. | 80 M 2

TOTAL:

2,928 SQ. FT. | 272 M 2

GROUND FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

STORAGE STORAGE

BEDROOM

LAUNDRY

BEDROOM

LAUNDRY

BATHROOM BATHROOM

KITCHEN KITCHEN

BATHROOM BATHROOM

ENTRANCE ENTRANCE

MASTER BATHROOM LIVING ROOM DINING

LIVING ROOM

BEDROOM

DINING

BEDROOM

MASTER BEDROOM

TERRACE

POOL

Duplex 3 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath Total Area: 267m2 | 2,874 sq. ft Interior Area: 191m2 | 2,056 sq. ft Exterior Area: 76m2 | 818 sq. ft

TERRACE

TERRACE

POOL

Duplex 3 Bedroom | 2.5 Bath Total Area: 267m2 | 2,874 sq. ft Interior Area: 191m2 | 2,056 sq. ft Exterior Area: 76m2 | 818 sq. ft

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THE ARCHITECT Q&A WITH LUIZ A. RODRÍGUEZ, THE ARCHITECTURAL VISIONARY BEHIND AXIOM

Q. As the founder and visionary behind the RSA Group, you’ve worked on luxury residential, high-rise condos, master-planned resorts; even some commercial and institutional projects. Do you have a favorite, and what would you like to do more of? A. I’d have to say that choosing a favorite is impossible because each is so different. Each has a special location, and a different set of challenges and opportunities. Because of this, every home, resort, or school becomes my child. They have my heart and soul and I want them to be the best they can be, and I become very attached to each of them and that’s why I just can’t pick a favorite. Q. You’ve designed buildings in North America and across Central America. Does the process of designing differ much between countries and cultures, and does it affect your design philosophy and process? A. I believe design solutions have to respond to environmental context like culture, physical location, the ecosystem, technical and materials restrictions and of course the client’s vision. While the process is the same for each part of the world, because each condition is so specific, the design solution is unique. I would say that where a project is located in the world is less important than the factors that affect the immediate surroundings of the project. So while my design philosophy and process are the same, the outcome is unique to that specific project and client. Q. Each of Axiom’s projects in Costa Rica is very different in terms of scale, home type and location. Was there an overall design vision for Élan at Ballena Beach, The Terraces at San Martín and The Sierra Collection? Or did you approach each of them independently and very separately? A. Because all three of these projects are the vision of the same developer, there are naturally some aesthetic values that are seen in each of the projects. But because each is in a very different environment with their own very specific opportunities, my response was to combine an overall design vision to allow each community to develop its own character and distinctive style.

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Q. What were the biggest challenges, and design opportunities in creating three distinct projects concurrently? A. One of the biggest challenges was the design vision of the developer. Michael and Blake from Axiom have extremely high standards and decided from the beginning that they would not cut corners, that every one of the communities was going to be the best that it could possibly be. If I had to choose only one opportunity for each project, it would be the location for each of the projects. From one of the best beaches in Costa Rica, to spectacular terraced rainforest, and of course the mountaintop setting of the Sierra Collection. From a design point of view, each location provides tremendous opportunities to create incredible homes that are distinct because of their setting. Q. Élan at Ballena Beach, The Terraces at San Martín and The Sierra Collection are all in very special locations. How did this affect your design vision? A. If you look at the three locations of the projects, they follow the ecosystem down from the mountains to the ocean, and that was a primary inspiration for each of the communities. The Sierra Collection is above the forest on the mountains, and each home reflects the wide open spaces and panoramas that surround it. Midway down the mountain, The Terraces at San Martín is nestled in the rainforest, and the homes were inspired by tree houses, with decks on the upper floors opening onto the canopy of the forest, and lower pool decks interfacing directly with the lush plants of Costa Rica. And down on the coastline, where the forest meets the ocean is Élan at Ballena Beach. Because Élan is not a view property, but right next to the beach and a national park, we were able to create a very special collection of homes that took advantage of being in its own special environment. While the design visions for each project have their differences, they are all focused on taking advantage of the natural world around them. Q. Preservation of the environment is fundamental to Costa Rica and it’s also a key philosophy in how you design. How did you approach the integration of architecture into the environment for these projects?

“GREEN DESIGN IS NOT SOMETHING WE DO BECAUSE IT’S POPULAR”

A. From a design philosophy point of view, sustainability and “green design” are not something we do because they are popular. Because of where we live, and our lifelong appreciation of the natural world around us, everything we do is focused on preserving the environment and mitigating damage to the sites we build on. We are also fortunate to have a developer who is also a landscape architect, so preserving and protecting the ecology on and around our projects is second nature to us. We are also not naive to the fact that we are building homes, and we understand that any kind of construction has an impact. But it is how much we can mitigate changing the landscape that makes the biggest difference, and because one of our fundamental objectives in designing these homes is the integration of home and nature, we change as little as possible, and then actively regenerate the site with the native species that were on the site before we began. Q. What do you feel is the greatest challenge when it comes to designing for environmental sustainability? A. I believe that if you don’t think of sustainability as a natural way to design and build, it can be a challenge. But if your objective is to create homes and projects that are naturally integrated into the landscape, the idea of environmental sustainability becomes an opportunity to take advantage of as much as possible. Because the environment is not an afterthought, each of the projects has been approached very differently in terms of sustainability. For instance, the air-conditioning systems we use in each of the three communities is very different. From the high altitude of The Sierra Collection, to the humidity around the homes on the coastline, each system has been specifically selected and optimized to provide the best performance while being as efficient as possible. Q. One of Axiom’s founders is also an accomplished landscape architect. How did this influence your work? A. This has influenced these projects tremendously. Having a developer who understands architecture and design working alongside you is probably the best situation you could have. If I were designing a loft in New York, having an interior designer on the team would make the outcome so much better. And so having a landscape architect in Costa Rica has resulted in every home in each of the communities being specifically created for that environment.

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THE SIERRA COLLECTION The pinnacle of luxury and prestige awaits you

RESTING ON THE SUMMIT OF THE SIERRA COSTERA MOUNTAINS WITHIN AN EXCLUSIVE GATED COMMUNITY, EACH OF THE SIERRA COLLECTION’S DISTINCTIVE HOMES HAS BEEN CREATED TO EPITOMIZE THE HEIGHT OF LUXURY AND PRESTIGE. FEATURING MAGNIFICENT PANORAMAS THAT ENCOMPASS TROPICAL VALLEYS AND DISTANT WATERFALLS, THE ENDLESS PACIFIC, AND VIEWS THAT STRETCH DOWN ALONG THE SPECTACULAR WHITE SANDS OF THE COASTLINE, EACH HOME IN THE SIERRA COLLECTION IS A UNIQUE EXPRESSION OF ELEGANCE AND STYLE, FORMED TO INTEGRATE SEAMLESSLY INTO ITS LANDSCAPE.

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MERIDIAN HOUSE

Features and amenities • Solid wood custom-made entry door and interior doors

• Six-person hot tub and yoga/meditation platform

• Contemporary flat clay tile roofs

• Double infinity-edge pool with hand-set Gres porcelain tile

• High, vaulted ceilings throughout the home

• Outdoor kitchen featuring Wolf™ 36˝ outdoor grill with

• Custom-height double-glazed windows and sliding glass doors with UV protection • Italian Gres porcelain tile flooring • Spanish Dica™ bathroom and kitchen cabinetry with quartz stone countertops • Roca™ bathroom faucets and fixtures • Glass shower enclosures

Endless azure blues of the Pacific stretch out before you, and lush emeralds from the Sierra’s terrace down to the valley behind you - these are the endless vistas that greet your every turn in the Meridian House. Set perfectly on the ridgeline of a spectacular Costa Rican coastal mountain, the panoramic views from this magnificent retreat are a jewel unto themselves. Contemporary, open and transparent, the Meridian House complements its surroundings with a design that allows you to open the house and invite the incredible views into the living spaces through panorama sliding window walls. Through its commanding

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position on the ridge, and the subtle cantilevered architecture, the spacious living spaces blur the lines between interior and exterior living spaces, allowing light mountain breezes to move through every room, naturally cooling the home throughout the day for a truly natural living experience. Set within the Costa Verde gated community, this estate home also has access to all the amenities and features of this exclusive community, including walking trails, parks, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness facilities, the Costa Verde clubhouse, and helipad.

rotisserie option and 13˝ side burner, U-line™ refrigerated drawers and ice-maker, sitting area with a gas-powered fire pit, and entertainment center with high-definition flat-screen TV • State-of-the-art sound system with Onkyo™ surround-sound home theater in living room and Klipsch™ recessed ceilingmounted directional speakers throughout the common areas • High-speed internet with comprehensive mesh system that covers the entire property

• Dica™ designer closets

• Energy-efficient water heater

• High-end Bosch™ stainless steel French-door refrigerator,

• Energy-efficient, zoned A/C system throughout the home

built-in microwave and oven, induction cooktop, downdraft extractor fan and dishwasher in indoor kitchen • Whirlpool™ ice-maker • Roca™ stainless steel sink with Delta™ electric touch faucet and sound-insulated garbage disposal unit • Full walk-in pantry with shelving • Front-load, full-size Bosch™ heavy-duty washer and dryer

• Ceiling fans in all rooms and outdoor areas • Recessed LED lighting throughout • Two-car enclosed garage and ample outdoor parking • Solar energy grid • Fully wired alarm system • Mature landscape design featuring native species that attract butterfly and bird species

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MERIDIAN HOUSE BEDROOMS:

3

BATHROOMS: 3.5 INTERIOR:

4,617 SQ. FT. | 429 M 2

TERRACES:

2,815 SQ. FT. | 261 M 2

TOTAL:

7,432 SQ. FT. | 690 M 2

LOT:

3.53 ACRES | 14,300 M 2

SIERRA COLLECTION

GROUND LEVEL

PARKING LEVEL

DRIVEWAY

UTILITY ROOM DRIVEWAY

DRIVEWAY

UTILITY ROOM

TERRACE

DRIVEWAY

GARAGE

ENTRY BATHROOM

GARAGE ENTRANCE ON LOWER LEVEL

TERRACE

GARAGE

ENTRY

LIVING ROOM

KITCHEN

BATHROOM

LAUNDRY BBQ TERRACE

GARAGE ENTRANCE ON LOWER LEVEL

STORAGE

SECOND LEVEL

STORAGE LIVING ROOM BEDROOM

KITCHEN

BATHROOM

LAUNDRY STORAGE

BBQ TERRACE STORAGE DINING STORAGE

TERRACE BEDROOM

TERRACE

BATHROOM

STORAGE

MASTER BATHROOM

TERRACE DINING

STORAGE

TERRACE TERRACE BEDROOM

TERRACE

MASTER BATHROOM BATHROOM MASTER BEDROOM

STORAGE

TERRACE TERRACE BEDROOM POOL

BATHROOM MASTER BEDROOM

TERRACE TERRACE

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Size: 4,500 sq. ft. | 418 M2 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 4.5 Lot Size: 3.5 acres | 14,164 M2

Size: 4,500 sq. ft. | 418 M2 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 4.5 Lot Size: 3.5 acres | 14,164 M2

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CHATEAU MONTAGE Nestled on the peak of the Sierra Costera mountain, Chateau Montage is an exclusively luxurious retreat unlike any other. With gently cascading slopes on every side, your panoramic views from this expansive enclave encompass tropical valleys and distant waterfalls, and the endless Pacific that stretches down along the spectacular white sands of the Costa Rican coastline. Mirroring its magnificent setting, Chateau Montage’s expansive living spaces have been designed to form distinctly intimate experiences, each designed to make the most of the luxuries this home and its location have to offer. From wrap-around terraces and rooftop decks for entertaining, to secluded private pools to take in the magnificent sunsets, Chateau Montage gives you the ultimate in elevated living. Set within the Costa Verde gated community, this estate home also has access to all the amenities and features of this exclusive community, including walking trails, parks, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness facilities, the Costa Verde clubhouse, and helipad.

General features and amenities • Reinforced concrete post and beams

• Daikin multi-zoned central A/C system

• Structural, insulated panel exterior and interior walls

• Control Four™ smart home features include integrated blinds,

• Contemporary flat clay tile roofs • Solar energy grid tieback system consisting of 75 miniinverter panels to offset the majority of electricity costs • Home situated on east-west axis to minimize direct sun exposure and maximize cross-ventilation along prevailing wind patterns • High, vaulted ceilings • Recessed automated blinds • Custom Fleetwood™ windows and sliding glass doors with double-pane argon-filled glass, precision aluminum frames and Mammoth™ rollers for ease of sliding. • Solid wood custom-made interior doors • Gres porcelain tile flooring imported from Italy • Ceiling fans in all rooms and outdoor areas

lighting, music, televisions, all of which can be controlled via smart phone, tablet or computer. • State-of-the-art sound system with Onkyo™ surround-sound home theater in living room and Klipsch™ recessed ceilingmounted directional speakers throughout the common areas • Fully wired alarm system with motion sensor and smoke detector • High-speed internet with comprehensive mesh system that covers the entire property • Deep overhangs and eaves to protect the home from the elements • Mature landscape design featuring native species that attract butterfly and bird species • Private orchard with exotic fruit trees: Water Apple, Cashew, Yuplon, Zapote, Guanabana, Mango, Mandarina Pulse, Rambutan, Acerola, Jaboticaba and Mangustan

• Recessed par-20 LED lighting throughout the residence

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CHATEAU MONTAGE | MAIN HOUSE BEDROOMS:

4

BATHROOMS: 6 INTERIOR:

8,751 SQ. FT. | 813 M 2

TERRACES:

10,131 SQ. FT. | 941 M 2

TOTAL:

18,882 SQ. FT. | 1,754 M 2

LOT:

177,605 SQ. FT. | 16,500 M 2

SIERRA COLLECTION

GROUND LEVEL

MAIN HOUSE

SECOND LEVEL

MAIN HOUSE

STORAGE

WALKWAY TO MAIN HO

STORAGE

MUD ROOM WATER FEATURE

MUD ROOM WATER FEATURE EQUIPMENT ROOM EQUIPMENT ROOM

LAUNDRY

LAUNDRY

BUTLER KITCHEN

BUTLER KITCHEN

STORAGE

STORAGE

FIRE PIT STORAGE

ENTRANCE FIRE PIT STORAGE

ENTRANCE

MASTER CLOSET

MASTER CLOSET

BATHROOM TERRACE

BATHROOM

ENTRY TERRACE

TERRACE BATHROOM TERRACE BATHROOM

MASTER SUITE

KITCHEN

WALK-IN C MASTER SUITE

KITCHEN

BATHROO OFFICE BATHROOM

POOL OFFICE

BATHROOM

POOL

KITCHEN

BATHROOM STORAGE KITCHEN

GREAT ROOM

MASTER BEDROOM

STORAGE

BEDR

GREAT ROOM

MASTER BEDROOM

BATHROOM BATHROOM ENTERTAINMENT LOUNGE

MASTER TERRACE DINING

ENTERTAINMENT LOUNGE

MASTER TERRACE

DINING TERRACE HOT TUB

LIVING ROO

TERRACE

LIVING ROOM

MASTER POOL

HOT TUB TERRACE

MASTER POOL

TERRACE

TERRACE

TERRACE TERRACE

TERRACE POOL BAR

TERRACE

TERRACE POOL

POOL BAR POOL

POOL POOL

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CHATEAU MONTAGE | APARTMENT & GUEST HOUSE BEDROOMS:

4

HOUSE HOUSE GUEST GUEST

BATHROOMS: 6 INTERIOR:

8,751 SQ. FT. | 813 M 2

APARTMENT

TERRACES:

10,131 SQ. FT. | 941 M 2

TOTAL:

18,882 SQ. FT. | 1,754 M 2

LOT:

177,605 SQ. FT. | 16,500 M 2

MAIN HOUSE

SIERRA COLLECTION

APARTMENT

SECOND FLOOR

GROUND LEVEL

MAIN HOUSE SECOND FLOOR

GROUND LEVEL

WALKWAY TO MAIN HOUSE WALKWAY TO MAIN HOUSE DRIVEWAY

STORAGE MUD ROOM WATER FEATURE DRIVEWAY

BATHROOM

CLOSET

ENTRY TERRACE

ENTRY

TERRACE

EQUIPMENT ROOM LAUNDRY WALK-IN CLOSET WALK-IN CLOSET

BEDROOM

BATHROOM BUTLER KITCHEN

BATHROOM

STORAGE

FIRE PIT STORAGE

ENTRANCE

MUD ROOM BATHROOM

WATER FEATURE

BATHROOM

BATHROOM

TERRACE BATHROOM

CLOSET

LAUNDRY

KITCHEN

STORAGE

KITCHEN

EQUIPMENT ROOM

BEDROOM KITCHEN

KITCHEN

MASTER CLOSET

BATHROOM

LAUNDRY

BUTLER KITCHEN

STORAGE BEDROOM

POOL

BATHROOM

WALK-IN CLOSET WALK-IN CLOSET

STORAGE

FIRE PIT

S

OFFICE

ENTRANCE

BEDROOM

BATHROOM

BATHROOM ENTRY BATHROOM

LAUNDRY LIVING ROOM

BATHROOM

GARAGE

TERRACE BATHROOM TERRACE

KITCHEN

TERRACE

GREAT ROOM

MASTER BEDRO

ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT LOUNGE LOUNGE KITCHEN

BEDROOM

BEDROOM OFFICE

POOL BATHROOM TERRACE

ENTRY GARAGE

LIVING ROOM LIVING ROOM

M DINING

BALCONY

BALCONY

GREAT ROOM LIVING ROOM

TERRACE

TERRACE

TERRACE

HOT TUB

TERRACE

TERRACE

TERRACE TERRACE DINING

TERRACE POOL

POOL

HOT TUB TERRACE POOL BAR TERRACE

POOL TERRACE POOL BAR

POOL

APARTMENT

GUEST HOUSE SIERRA COLLECTION | CHATEAU MONTAGE

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CMYK / 4 COLOR PROCESS LOGO TERRACES LIGHT BLUE C80/M0/Y40/K0 (Multiply 55%) TERRACES LIGHT ORANGE C80/M0/Y40/K0 (Multiply 65%) TERRACES LIGHT ORANGE C0/M45/Y96/K0 (Multiply 85%) TERRACES RED C0/M90/Y100/K0 (Multiply 70%) TERRACES PURPLE C100/M95/Y10/K5 (Multiply 85%) TERRACES PURPLE C0/M0/Y0/K80

CMYK / 4 COLOUR PROCESS LOGO SIERRA BLUE: C65/MO/Y22 K/0 SIERRA GREEN: C90/M3/Y60 K/0 SIERRA GREEN: C100/M55/Y40 K/20

CMYK / 4 COLOR PROCESS LOGO BLUE C/100 M/0 Y/31 K/0 TEAL C/56 M/0 Y/48 K/0 GRAY C0/M0/Y0/K50

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