Santiago / Veraguas, Veraguas

Prime Location & Regional Benefits

This expansive 50.0152-hectare (123.59-acre) farm property sits in San Marcelo, Cañazas District of Veraguas Province, just 20 minutes from Santiago. The property's strategic location offers convenient access via 21 kilometers of Panamericana Highway and 7 kilometers on the main Cañazas road. The land comprises the original finca plus an additional 3.4392 titled hectares.

Santiago: The Complete Urban Hub

Santiago, the capital of Veraguas province, provides comprehensive amenities including major supermarkets (Super 99, El Rey, El Machetazo, Super Carnes, Super Extra), modern shopping centers (Do It Center, Cochez, HOPSA, Lumi Centro, Madison, Saks), and extensive healthcare facilities with four hospitals and most medical specialists. The city features two multiplex theaters, six large hotels, fresh markets, and essential government services including immigration and ANAM offices. With significantly less traffic than David or Panama City, Santiago enjoys a pleasant climate - less humid than Boquete and cooler than David. The city's strategic position puts it just 3 hours from Panama City, 2.5 hours from David, 45 minutes from Pacific beaches, and 75 minutes from Caribbean shores via new paved roads.

Complete Ranch Infrastructure

This turnkey operation features excellent accessibility with paved roads on two sides and a gravel road on the third. The property is fully equipped with:

• Electricity on two sides and cable internet connectivity
• Natural springs and gravity-flow plumbing system throughout
• A concrete deposito (40' x 24') with security doors
• Modern stables (60' x 20') with four stalls, 12' x 12' office, and tack room
• Comprehensive corral system with working and loading chutes
• Complete water, electrical, and feeding stations

Agricultural Features & Revenue Potential

The property showcases six cross-fenced pastures with established Brizante Grass, providing high-protein, drought-resistant forage. A special 5-hectare section features government-sponsored hardwood trees planted in a 6x6-meter grid, projected to yield $600,000 in revenue within 12-14 years while providing shaded grazing. The land currently supports 35-40 cattle with established breeding stock relationships.

Natural Resources & Biodiversity

Three quebradas (spring-fed streams) traverse the property, supporting over 100 cacao trees. The land features diverse tree species including mahogany, nance, oak, pine, cocobolo, almond, cedro amargo, cedro espino, espavé, and guayacán. The fertile soil produces an abundance of fruit trees: avocado, mango, orange, lime, guanabana, moringa, plantain, banana, plus vegetables and staples including yuca, cashew, pineapple, okra, cucumber, beans, peppers, tomatoes, lettuce, and corn.

Equipment & Machinery

The property comes completely equipped with:

• Case Skid Steer loader (under 400 hours)
• Mahindra 8000 farm tractor with blade, backhoe, and brush cleaner attachments
• Lincoln Outback diesel welder/generator
• Kia 2700 diesel 4WD 2-ton pickup truck (70k miles)
• Comprehensive set of hand and power tools

Residential Accommodations

The main residence offers 650 square feet of comfortable living space with:

• Two bedrooms
• Large bathroom featuring tub and shower
• Living room and kitchen
• Front porch with panoramic views
• Air conditioning

An additional self-contained quarters provides:

• Private bathroom
• Kitchenette
• Built-in desk
• Air conditioning

Terrain & Views

Situated at approximately 1,200 feet above sea level, this hilly property offers stunning vistas throughout. Internal dirt roads and streams enhance its natural beauty, while "living fences" have been established over the years for sustainable boundary marking.

This property represents an exceptional opportunity for agricultural enterprise, combining modern infrastructure with natural resources in a region known for its favorable climate, strategic location, and lower operating costs compared to other popular expatriate destinations.