by Lisa Farrell
Living in the small fishing village of Playas del Coco has undeniably slowed this New York City girl down. Giving up a stressful finance career for the sun and sea changed my life in a very profound way, and now my passion is helping anyone else with the same dream make it happen. Yes, it's possible and can even be seamless with the proper guidance. If you're a young family wanting your littles to experience a nature-focused way of life, or empty-nesters living out your dream, Costa Rica has that to offer - and more.
The Papagayo Gulf of Guanacaste boasts a variety of living and lifestyle opportunities. Playas del Coco is in Guanacaste, centrally located in relation to many major tourist attractions. That means there is plenty to do, so get ready for visitors! It's also not far from a major hospital and an international airport offering daily flights to the United States and Canada. With the airport being so close, you are home in 30 minutes once you leave the airport. Playas del Coco is a town where people tend to come and stay for extended periods to escape the cold, brutal winters of up north. Life is simple here. Join us!
Whether you're moving here permanently or plan to enjoy a snowbird lifestyle, it's essential to know that people rave about the area's sense of community. It could be a beach clean-up, spay and neuter clinic, food drives or helping the local children with their school supplies and remembering them at Christmas. No matter what happens, the community rallies together. And that could soon include you.
When I'm helping new clients, they always ask how I "ended up here." My original plans were to move to southern California, but I wanted to take some time off before returning to the 9-to-5 workday. I discovered this more straightforward way of life when I visited Costa Rica with a scuba diving group and returned to take my divemaster certification. I eventually decided to stay, trading in my business suits and heels for flip-flops and board shorts.
When I say I fell in love with it here, I mean it. I even married a local, and we built our home in 2010, which was also the same year I decided to focus on marketing our sportfishing business, North Pacific Tours. In 2013, I joined the Tres Amigos Realty Group as an agent to share my knowledge with all of you and help you create your dream of living in paradise.
I work for homeowners to sell their properties as quickly as possible and help buyers purchase their property at the best price. If you need a recommendation of where to stay while you are here, I can point you in the right direction; I have contacts with all the property managers in the area and all of the hotels. You'll be working with someone who truly lives the pura vida lifestyle and who has fantastic relationships all over town.
Take the step in the right direction and contact me today!