Hacienda Las Colinas
A pristine environment
Catherine and Bruno, a French couple deeply enamored with Costa Rica, as they invite you to explore their 250-acre estate for an unforgettable experience. Nestled in the serene hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Hacienda Las Colinas is just 30 minutes from the pristine beaches and conveniently located between Jaco and Manuel Antonio.
Immerse yourself in a sanctuary of peace and rejuvenation, where quality and comfort meet nature. Enjoy high-quality accommodations and a range of services, including horseback riding excursions from the ranch and guided tours of our lush plantations featuring cacao, vanilla, teak, and fruit trees.
Our dedicated and passionate team is eager to guide you through an authentic Costa Rican experience.
Hacienda Las Colinas is not only a ranch, it is also a Project of preservation of the wildlife. We are committed to contribute to the country policy for reforesting and create biological corridors facilitating endangered species to recolonize the region. After only 3 years, some animal species have already came back in the area like squirrel monkeys, wild cats, deers, and few couples of Scarlet Marcaws are now permanent.
We will be delighted to advise you about other activities for your stay to offer you a complementary experience on the central pacific.
Preservation & Authenticity
A premium experience
- By 2020, about 30% of the property was covered by primary forests, the rest was pasture land. End of 2022, 37% is covered by trees. Over 4,000 trees have been planted during the first 24 months. We enjoy inviting our visitors to also plant some trees as a personal contribution to the climate change and carbon compensation.
- By planting trees along creeks (usually dried during dry season), we rapidly observe how it modifies the hydrology of the hills. The water flows during longer period in a year, attracting mammals, birds, butterflies, etc. We also facilitate the migration of mammals between the mountains and the pacific ocean coast by maintaining the primary forest along the Rio Chires which provides cooler air, water all year round and connect the different climate between the coast and the mountains. We are so happy when we observe a new family of squirrel monkeys (which have nearly disappeared from Costa Rica 30 years ago), eagles, Ara (Scarlet Macaw) couples, etc.
- Develop new uses of the land by developing responsible agriculture of Cacao and Vanilla with new jobs for the community. The Cacao from Costa Rica beans have become among the best cacao in the world.
- Discover the Authentic Costa Rica in the best way, on horseback. The relationship between the horses and our visitors transform their journey in Costa Rica. It is a unique experience. From the top of the hills or crossing the river with the horse is just something unforgettable. Our top priority in the training of our horses and the incredible lovely conditions of living we offer to them.
- Live your ranch experience. Our visitors can spend a special time, relaxing and contemplating. Staying a few nights, we will offer you a unique and unforgettable break in your life. With over 150 m2 (1600 sqft) of infinite swimming pool on the edge of the hill, 100 m2 (1100 sqft) rancho and confidential lodges, including a team devoted to satisfy your needs.
- Develop the holly land, let us take care of your horse! If you have the chance to own one or several horses or you dream to own one! Our land and facilities are for you with our boarding service for the lucky horse owners in Costa Rica. Our experienced employees, 100% devoting their life for horses, do not make difference between our horses and those onboarded at the hacienda.