Industrial in San Carlos - La Fortuna, Alajuela[CR]
San Carlos - La Fortuna, (Alajuela) Costa Rica
400193874068 - Arenal Butterfly Conservatory for Sale | Unique Ecotourism Investment Opportunity in Costa Rica - Rica$999,000 USD | Nearly 10 Acres | El Castillo, Arenal Volcano, Costa RicaAn established ecotourism business. Nearly 10 acres of tropical rainforest. Endless investment possibilities.Discover the Arenal Butterfly Conservatory, a unique opportunity to own an established tourism business and extraordinary rainforest property in El Castillo, near La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica.Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking volcano views, this property offers the perfect combination of nature, existing infrastructure, and future development potential.An Established Business Ready for Its Next ChapterOperating since 2010, the Arenal Butterfly Conservatory is a recognized ecotourism attraction with a history of positive cash flow and revenue growth, according to ownership.The owner is ready to retire, creating an opportunity for a new investor to continue an established operation or transform the property into an entirely new concept.Property HighlightsNearly 10 acres of regenerated tropical rainforest.Direct access from a main paved public road.Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal views from the three-story main building.Four butterfly exhibition areas and a dedicated frog exhibit.Butterfly breeding laboratory and insect museum.Established rainforest walking trails.Two year-round spring-fed streams.Botanical gardens and tropical plant nurseries.Turtle habitat, hummingbird gazebo, and granary.Existing reception facilities, management office, and upper-level space with residential or hospitality potential.The property benefits from approximately 24 years of rainforest regeneration, creating an exceptional natural environment for tourism, conservation, and nature-inspired development.One Property. Multiple Investment Opportunities.Continue the Existing Business: Operate and expand the established butterfly conservatory, wildlife exhibits, and educational tourism experiences.Boutique Ecotourism Development: Explore opportunities for eco-lodges, rainforest cabins, wellness retreats, or nature-focused hospitality.Residential Development Potential: Evaluate the possibility of developing private eco-residences, a low-density residential retreat, or an exclusive nature-oriented community.Mixed-Use Investment: Combine tourism, conservation, accommodations, and residential concepts within one distinctive destination.Strategic Location in El Castillo, ArenalLocated near La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Lake Arenal, the property benefits from its position within one of Costa Rica’s most recognized ecotourism regions.Its direct paved-road access, established infrastructure, and remarkable natural surroundings make it particularly attractive to investors seeking a tourism business for sale in Costa Rica, rainforest real estate, or an ecotourism development opportunity near Arenal Volcano.An Investment with a LegacyAfter years of developing and preserving this remarkable destination, the owner is selling because he is ready to retire.Whether your vision is to continue the butterfly conservatory or explore a new residential or ecotourism concept, this property offers an established foundation with exciting possibilities.Nearly 10 acres. An operating business. Extraordinary biodiversity. Arenal Volcano views.One property. Your next investment opportunity.
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