Casa Manigua Playa Grande, CR

Casa Manigua | Contemporary Tropical Home in Las Ventanas, Playa Grande

Designed around a mature Guácimo tree and shaded by towering Guanacaste trees, Casa Manigua is a thoughtfully designed tropical residence in the gated Las Ventanas community, just a five-minute drive from Playa Grande. Completed in 2025, this turnkey home offers four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and approximately 691 m² (7,437.8 sq ft) under roof on a generous 2,225 m² lot. Exposed beams, expansive glass, warm wood, and natural stone create bright, welcoming interiors that complement the surrounding landscape.

The home’s design emphasizes indoor-outdoor living, with the living spaces opening toward a lush backyard and a nearly 500-square-foot covered terrace beneath a Solar-E glass roof. Designed to allow natural light while reducing heat, the terrace provides a comfortable gathering space throughout the year. A fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a marine-grade Broilmaster grill and griddle makes entertaining easy, while ceiling fans help keep the space comfortable.

Natural cooling was an important consideration throughout the home. Mature trees shade the roof, ceilings rise to approximately six meters, and deep overhangs and grey-tinted glass help reduce heat and glare. Screened doors and windows encourage natural airflow, while air conditioning throughout provides additional comfort. Custom furniture made by a local carpenter, wooden cabinetry, natural stone countertops and backsplashes, Spanish tile, German-made GROHE fixtures, and a complete appliance package bring together the home's carefully selected finishes.

The primary suite features a teak king bed, a walk-in closet built entirely from solid teak, and a private patio overlooking the surrounding greenery. Its en-suite bathroom includes teak accents, a double shower, a separate water closet behind a sliding door, and copper fixtures. Two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom with custom cabinetry and a double vanity, while a separate guest wing provides added privacy with a fourth bedroom, an en-suite bathroom, and garden views. An enclosed office beside the guest suite offers a quiet workspace and could potentially be adapted into a gym or fifth bedroom, subject to the home's layout and any necessary approvals.

Outside, a 30 m² (320 sq ft) swimming pool features Indonesian Sukabumi stone and Coralina finishes that complement the home's natural palette. Mature native trees, planted fruit trees, and the original Guácimo tree create a private, jungle-like setting, while a backyard play area gives children space to explore. The garage workshop also offers potential for conversion into an additional bedroom with separate access, subject to feasibility and approvals.

Practical features include a water softener, wastewater treatment plant, automatic irrigation, automated lighting, and keypad entry with security locks. Located on Lot 127 in the Cenizaro section of Las Ventanas, Casa Manigua combines architectural character, generous outdoor living, and flexible spaces for family life, entertaining, and working from home.

Las Ventanas is a maintained, gated community with 24-hour security and amenities including tennis and pickleball courts, beach volleyball, a skate park, fitness classes, hiking and biking trails, and a clubhouse with an infinity-edge pool. Playa Grande is known for its relaxed surf-town atmosphere and protected coastline within Las Baulas National Marine Park, an important nesting area for leatherback turtles. Tamarindo is approximately 20 minutes away by car or accessible by water taxi across the estuary, while Liberia International Airport is about an hour's drive. With school bus pickups at the community gate and a range of outdoor activities nearby, the location suits both full-time residents and those seeking a home close to nature and the beach.