A regenerative community nestled in the heart of Costa Rica

Living in harmony with the future

At Ecovilla, families, elders, entrepreneurs, artists and healers each bring a piece of the puzzle. Together we’re shaping a life guided by connection, purpose and respect for the Earth.

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About
Ecovilla San Mateo

Ecovilla San Mateo is our most ambitious eco-community project to date. The land is ten times bigger than the original La Ecovilla, with prime amenities, lush nature crossed by the magical Machuca river. Located in Costa Rica’s fruit-growing region with amazing weather, and only 10 minutes from the original La Ecovilla. Just 45 minutes from the capital San Jose, one hour from the airport, and less than 40 minutes from the beach.

Here, children grow up exploring nature, switching languages and learning in natural, playful ways. Parents share ideas on holistic health, outdoor activities and impact projects. Workshops, yoga, music, potlucks and spontaneous gatherings fill everyday life.

Today, Ecovilla San Mateo is becoming a global reference for regenerative living. It inspires developers worldwide to rethink how we build, live and connect. Visitors often say: “It feels like stepping into another dimension.”

For us, that’s exactly what it is: a parallel universe showing what’s possible when people live in harmony with themselves, each other and nature.

 

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Life at
Ecovilla San Mateo

At Ecovilla San Mateo, community life unfolds across spaces designed to connect, play and create. Our shared sport park brings the community together for tennis, padel, pickleball, soccer, basketball or a swim in the 25-meter pool.

The Art Village is a place for music, arts and performance. A creative hub where inspiration flows freely.The River Park invites us to swim, relax and reconnect with nature in its crystal-clear swimming holes. The 300 acres of nature reserve surrounds the residential area.  Here we enjoy 25 kilometers of walking trails winding through jungle and mountains.

The residential area is composed of six neighborhoods, each with 40 to 50 homes and its own shared common area. Each neighborhood was designed as a place where connection comes easily, and privacy and community coexist in harmony.

Our
shared spaces

Each neighborhood in Ecovilla San Mateo has their own shared spaces. We call them our common areas. It’s a central place in each neighborhood, where neighbors can meet, share experiences, work out and connect during potluck dinners, parties or gatherings.

Let's find your future home
at Ecovilla San Mateo

Elevated hillside lot with treetop views & mature trees. Generous size with space for a multi-level home & guest casita!
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Mostly level lot with mature trees & lush forest backdrop. Ready for a private retreat that seamlessly blends with nature!
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High-elevation open lot with big mountain views. Generous steep terrain ideal for a tiered design with a main house & casita!
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High hillside lot with big mountain views, sunny open space & cool breezes. Ample steep terrain for a main house & casita!
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Flat building spot with a dramatic jungle slope & treetop views. Mature trees & rich terrain ideal for a nature-immersed home!
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High hillside lot at the end of a quiet street with valley & ocean sunset views. Ideal steep terrain for a tiered design!
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Elevated lot on a quiet street with treetop views & mature trees. Steps from reserve hiking trails for ultimate nature living!
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Highest lot in the community with dramatic valley sunset views. Steep terrain with direct access to hiking trails right outside!
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Highest peak lot in the community with double-horizon valley & ocean sunset views. Direct trail access right at your doorstep!
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High incline lot with open valley-to-ocean sunset views & few trees. Ample steep terrain for a tiered main home & casita!
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Elevated hillside lot with mature trees near the common area. Ideal slope for a multi-level home nestled in the forest canopy!
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Elevated forest lot with mature trees near the common area. Ideal dramatic slope for a tiered home catching cool breezes!
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Mostly flat end-of-road lot with mature trees near the Yoga Shala. Easy to build with room for a main house & casita!
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Multi-level forest lot with mature trees near the common area. Space for a main house, casita & garden with treetop views!
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Striking hillside lot with open valley & ocean sunset views. Minimal trees, close to common area—ready for your vision!
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Mixed terrain lot with mature trees & forest canopy views. Generous footprint for a main house, casita & lush garden!
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Multi-tiered lot with flat pads, minimal trees & ocean sunset views. Ample space for a spacious main house & guest casita!
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High-altitude lot with dramatic mountain views, mature trees & quiet end-of-road setting. Short walk to the river!
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Are you ready to discover more?

If you would like to discover the Ecovilla masterplan, watch more videos of the available lots, or learn more about pricing or financing options, please plan a call with us. We’ll happily share more information and answer all your questions.

Take a look inside Ecovilla San Mateo

See the place where your future could take root. Imagine the home and life you could create here.

Ready to Step Into It?

If you’ve ever dreamed of joining a community that’s deeply alive, we’d love to show you around.