Ed van Zyl

Central American property advice for sun chasers and tropical life lovers. Panama, Costa Rica, Guatemala & Nicaragua | Co-Founder of

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Sunset views & Jungle sounds for $435K

- 2 bedrooms / 1.5 bathroom
- 2 acre lot (Room to build 3 more homes)
- 750m from the beach
- Landscaped grounds / Private pool

📍Ojochal, Costa Rica

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As if the wildly colourful Pacific sunsets are not enough; those who love the sights and sounds of the wild will appreciate this place. The rolling surf is almost drowned out by the sounds of Howler and Capuchin monkeys or Toucan and Macaw birds. Sloths, anteaters, Cicadas, frogs and Blue Morpho butterflies help to round out daily sights here.

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@iam_clancy Yes, it is included in this past Tuesday (Nov 25th) newsletter

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Home near Cahuita National Park & Beach - $185K

- 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
- 1,292 ft2 of living space
- Adjacent 418m2 lot, optional for +$35K
- Private well

📍Costa Rica

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Imagine owning the kind of place people talk about long after their vacation ends?
Having spent an entire afternoon on one of these, I made a vow to retire here (perhaps I stayed a bit too long😜).

Minutes from Bocas Town, this turnkey venue lets you step straight into the center of the island’s social orbit. A wraparound deck for dancing and lounging and an upper level perfect for private parties or boutique sales, it’s the ultimate playground for an investor who loves to entertain.

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Investor Alert: Caribbean Floating Bar & Restaurant

- 2,500 ft2 of of space / Built in 2022
- Turnkey business
- Licensed for up to 130 guests
- Solar powered / Eco friendly

📍Bocas del Toro, Panama

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Guests love this region for its laid-back Afro-Caribbean vibe, wildlife-packed jungle trails, calm snorkeling waters and quick access to hotspots like Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo, and the Sloth Sanctuary. For investors, Cahuita is one of the Caribbean coast’s strongest STR markets; nightly rates stay healthy year-round thanks to steady eco-tourism, long-stay digital nomads, and families seeking quieter alternatives to busier surf towns.

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Classic Casa in the Colonial Quarter - $160K

- 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
- 1,614 ft2 / Fully furnished
- Private pool
- Air conditioning

📍Granada, Nicaragua

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I get a thrill being surrounded by history and the colonial architecture of this house has that in spades while also having higher than usual ceilings for this style. Add in the convenience of urban living while the beach is just a few minutes walk away and a few boxes are checked for a very reasonable price point.

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@24_7_notsure Glad you appreciate; more gems to come from this weeks newsletter

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Caribbean Quiet with Convenience for $175K

- 2 beds / 2 baths across 1,291 ft2
- Fully furnished / 3,175 ft2 lot
- Private Pool & Private well
- Starlink

📍Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

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@HaymiBehar I am sure there has been a world of changes in the last 20 years and things are rarely as good as we remember, but it is certainly beautiful now.

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@curiousinvest17 The link to this property (and all the others I will be posting in the next 5 days) can be found in this weeks newsletter: https://t.co/kqlG1oQL0T

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@toomaime I've yet to visit that side of CR but just from what I've been seeing online, I agree!

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Ocean Breezes above Uvita's beeches - $296K

- 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
- 1,000 ft2 of living space on a 4,047 ft2 lot
- Private pool / Fully furnished
- 5 minute drive to Playa Hermosa

📍Uvita, Costa Rica

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Jardines del Morete puts you on the hillside sweet spot: quiet, breezy, and minutes from Uvita’s beaches, cafés, waterfalls, and the famous Whale’s Tail. For buyers and visitors chasing that “real Costa Rica” mix of nature and convenience, this area consistently performs; strong lifestyle appeal, steady demand, and limited supply of quality hillside homes

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Talammanca is on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast where reggae bars, surf shops and howler monkeys in the trees above almost make you miss tropical sunsets. Development here is intentionally limited, giving the area its authenticity and steady appeal among lifestyle-driven buyers. If you want a home that trades city noise for nature, community, and a slower rhythm, Puerto Viejo hits the mark.