Eco-Friendly Family House for Sale and Rent in Boquete, Chiriqui, Panama

New"Eco-House"at the Foot of Volcan Baru

This unique, custom built eco-house, completed in 2008, is nestled on a 2,200 M2 (1/2 acre) lot within the Finca Encanto (Enchanted Farm) in the area of Volcancito, 6 minutes away from Boquete town center. The house is an exquisite blend of modern design and charming old world craftsmanship with details rarely seen in other Panama properties. Unlike most houses built with pre-fabricated artificial material, this property features hand crafted window frames, doors, cabinets and closets, wrought iron railings, as well as hardwood floors in the bedrooms and multi-purpose areas. The wood used for these fixtures is Nispro, a dark tropical hardwood indigenous to Panama. On the exterior, the roof is built of naturally distressed ceramic tiles rather than the more common, (and cheaper) faux pieces of molded slabs.
These traditionally rural highlights seamlessly complement the overall modern design that includes double high ceilings, floor to ceiling windows with panoramic views, recessed spot lighting, multi-functional interior loft, Jacuzzi and duo sink master bathroom, and walk-in closets to achieve an aesthetically integrated feel within a context that blends contrasting historical/cultural eras.
The builders deliberately set the house on a lot twice as large as a standard single family property in Boquete in order to encourage owners to use the additional land creatively – to start an organic farm, a tropical flower garden path, a small “in-law” for visitors etc.
Finally, the southeast view affords an enchanting panorama of the surrounding mountains, perfect for indulging in leisurely breakfasts on the patio, or winding down in the evening after a day of activities: hiking, swimming/bathing in the hot springs, rafting, cooling down after a scorching day at the beach.
Despite the global meltdown in real estate, this property remains a steal at $285,000.