Spacious, Secluded Home in the Chiriquie Highlands of Panama

Spacious, Secluded Home in the Chiriquie Highlands of Panama.

This unique, newly build home is located 1.5 hours from the city of David, international airport and Pacific Ocean beaches. The house is located on approximately 5000 m2 which is 1 1/3 acre lot bordering La Amistad International Park which connects Costa Rica and Panama.

The property is bordered by the Chiriqui Viejo River, and is an absolute paradise for birders, hikers and eco-tourists. Hummingbirds, tanagers of all colors and many other varieties of birds including the elusive resplendent quetzal frequent the yard which is lush with exotic flowers such as cala lilies, fuchsia and eucalyptus.

The main house is built to strict US standards including high quality building materials and fine finishes and fixtures.

The master suite is huge at about 650 square feet in size and includes a full bath with glass-door shower, tub, double vanity, separate toilet area with privacy door, laundry area with doors to hide it away.

The common areas of the house are on an open floor plans and include features such as natural stone fireplaces which opens to both the kitchen and living room as well as a visitors bath.

The 2 story section of the home has the same floor plan upstairs as it does down stairs. Each level has a sitting area/den (which could be used as a bedroom) as well as a bedroom with closet and full bath. An oak staircase connects these 2 floors.

Because each bedroom has its own bathroom this home could be easily converted to a bed and breakfast.

In addition to the main part of the house is a detached cottage which consists of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with shower and a kitchen. The casita is plumbed with hot water and electricity, and broad band internet is available for both the casita and the main home.

Other features of the property include: 

• Renewable resource teak ceilings, cabinets, and trim
• 52 high-quality imported windows which allow for spectacular views of the river and lush surroundings.
• Tile floors throughout the main home
• M-2 construction which is not only strong but a good insulator
• 10 inch steel beams for the 2nd story section
• Granite counter tops in kitchen and bathrooms
• Jacuzzi on private back deck
• 3 tiled and covered porches
• Massive volcanic rock 2 way fireplace
• Ceiling fans
• Quiet native farming neighborhood
• 3 foot high concrete crawl space foundation with easy access to under-house utilities
• Construction progress photos are available upon request.