Carrillo

Carrillo · Guanacaste

Essentials of Carrillo

Carillo is located in the Canton of Hojancha, along the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. It is a small village considered one of the most beautiful jewels in Costa Rica. There are very few hotels and restaurants, however, there are small local markets where it is possible to find everything.
The village is very sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 inhabitants, living full-time.

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Understanding the Carrillo market

Investing in Costa Rica is the best to make your money grow as the real-restate market is in full expansion. Setting up in Costa Rica, it is enjoying the Occidental comfort at attractive prices. In the past few years, Costa Rica has attracted many foreign investors due to its social and political stability and its tourism sector which is considerably extending. Buying a property in Guanacaste is an affordable solution. The area is the first tourist destination of the country and attracts thousands of European each year. Prices are reasonable even if they are generally higher than in the rest of Costa Rica. Either it is for private or commercial use, you will undoubtedly derive profits.

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Buying basics

There is no legal restriction to buy a property in Costa Rica, even if you are a non-resident, who have the same rights than the native people in terms of property. Before purchasing, there is one fundamental element to consider: The most comprehensive form of property ownership in Costa Rica is fee ownership. Fortunately for foreigners, the conditions for this type of ownership are the same for Costa Rican nationals as they are for foreigners. The concept of fee simple ownership is the same in Costa Rica as in the US. Basically, fee simple ownership gives the owner of the property the absolute right to materially own the property. Before any purchase, it is recommended to examine the different legal documents such as the owner of the property, the plans... You will find all the useful information on the website registronacional.go.cr. It is also encouraged to contact a professional of the real-estate market in the area to know the different steps of the buying process. Some experts advise to buy a good through the creation of a limited liability company, which will increase the application fees.

Seasons

Low Season

Aug 01 – Oct 31

Thanks to its tempered climate all year long, temperatures are in average between 22 and 30 degrees in the plains. The months from August to October correspond to the rainy season. The Pacific Ocean is restless, which provides excellent surfing conditions. However, some roads are impracticable due to the waterways t...

High Season

Jul 01 – Dec 01

From June to November, it is the rainy season, which is called "temporada verde". However, it does not mean rain for 24hours a day. The abundant rains only last for one to two hours during the afternoon. It is possible to enjoy sunny mornings. Roads can be muddy and there are less visitors. Therefore, you will enjoy...

Peak Season

Dec 01 – May 01

From December to April, it is the dry season. It is the best moment of the year to travel to Costa Rica but it is also the most touristic period. Prices increase and most of hotels are full. But you will enjoy very good weather conditions. This is the best moment to sunbath and benefit from dream beaches.

Points of interest

Chillasana Yoga Surf / Stand Up Paddle

It is a complex from which it is possible to participate in different activities. Essentially focused on surfing and Yoga practice, Chilassana offers opportunities for kayaking and snorkelling. The activities are carried out around the beach of Carrillo, which has a lot to offer.

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Discover other markets in Guanacaste

Situated on the Northwestern side of the country, the province of Guanacaste is famous for its numerous and splendid beaches, its breathtaking landscapes as well as its sunnier and drier weather conditions compared with rest of the country. All these elements led Guanacaste to become a predominant place for tourism, which is one of the major economic activities of the Province.

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