Independent off-grid estate

Columbus Heights Estate

Independent fincas in the Costa Rican mountains.
8 minutes to Playa Hermosa. 12 minutes to Esterillos.
Close to the ocean, outside the tourist bubble.

Paved roads. A simple gate. No central authority.
Not a condominium. Not a managed development.

Request orientation and next steps Starts with a short questionnaire

Location & context

Columbus Heights Estate is located in the hills above Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast.

This area attracts people who enjoy the ocean but prefer to live outside tourist-driven environments.

What this place is — and is not

What this is
  • Independently owned fincas
  • Paved access roads
  • Off-grid living
  • No construction code
  • Voluntary maintenance contributions
What this is not
  • Not a condominium
  • Not an HOA
  • Not a curated community
  • Not passive ownership

Decentralization as a feature

There is no central authority enforcing rules, timelines, or standards.

This allows freedom and low ongoing costs, but requires personal responsibility. People who expect systems to take care of them usually struggle here.

The place today

Who tends to feel at home here

About us

This page is maintained by residents living here full-time.

Our background includes relocation to Costa Rica, legalization processes, off-grid living, meditation, family constellations, yoga, music, and contemplative practices.

This does not define the neighborhood. Residents here are diverse. It reflects who you may interact with if you proceed.

Land & availability

There is no central listing of available lots. Some owners are open to selling. Others are not. Pricing and conditions vary.

How to proceed

  1. Review this page carefully
  2. Complete a short questionnaire
  3. A facilitator reviews aligned inquiries
Fill out the questionnaire No direct resident contact at this stage