| One of the things that makes Costa Rica such an extraordinary place, prompting millions of tourists of and condo buyers alike to flock here each year and making it perhaps the hottest real estate markets in the world, is its extraordinary natural beauty and amazing biodiversity . Encompassing less than 1% of the Earth’s surface, Costa Rica boasts 5% of the world’s natural species. Most impressive of all is the fact that almost 25% of this small Central American nation, famous for sun, sand and affordable beach front and ocean view condos, is protected either within a National Park or a private reserve. Such is the case of Parque Nacional Marino Ballena, a National Park located on Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific coast, just south of a well known condo hotspot: Dominical. This spectacular underwater refuge, which includes approximately 12,500 acres of ocean habitat, is a haven for many species of tropical fish, aquatic birds, corals, anemones, sponges, shellfish and a wide variety of other marine life. The park also includes roughly 13 miles of sandy beaches and rocky coastline, with a total land area of approximately 270 acres, including the Uvita Tombolo, a platform like rock formation that juts out into the ocean. “So what do condos have to do with National Parks?” you may ask. Well, in the case of Ballena they go hand in hand. That is to say, you can actually purchase an affordable ocean view condo directly overlooking Ballena National Park. This means that the condo you purchase today will overlook beachfront that will be safe for all living creatures for generations to come, so that your children’s children can enjoy the same breathtaking natural scenery that attracted you to your condo in the first place. Enjoy some of the most spectacular, pristine beaches in the world, snorkel on tropical reefs writhing with colorful marine life or relax in the comfort of a fully equipped luxury condo, surrounded by the sounds of a plentiful array of beautiful songbirds and playful monkeys in a lush and exuberant tropical setting. Purchasing a condo in this area of Costa Rica is also a great investment, as prices are still quite affordable as opposed to other more overcrowded areas. Ballena, which means whale in Spanish, is a name derived from the extraordinary Humpback Whales that winter in these warm tropical waters each year. It is said that this is one of the only places on earth where you can actually see these whales give birth. However, there is no need to rent a boat. Condo owners can marvel at the site of these gentle goliaths as well other spectacular cetaceans, from a comfortable vantage point on the beach. One of Ballena’s most attractive features is its close proximity to Dominical, a bustling beach town, just minutes away that offers an active nightlife, an array of eateries and a change of scenery to those who wish to spend a day or night outside the condo and out on the town. Dominical, which is also an up and coming condo hot spot has long been known as a favorite destination for surfers because of its large waves and consistently good surfing conditions. It affords condo owners all the necessary amenities, such as an ATM, shopping facilities, video rentals bakery and more. Ballena is a sparkling jewel of the Central American Pacific where affordable condos, sun, sand, surf and natural beauty meet. It is one of the most gorgeous areas of Costa Rica. Check it out soon. You won’t be disappointed! |
