Potrerillos Arriba, Boquete, Chiriqui

Nestled amidst lush green hills, with a flowing river, this 34.37-acre property offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience.  Located just 2.5 miles from the main highway, you can enjoy the peace of rural living while still having access to modern amenities.

The highlight of the property is the "colina" which is situated at an elevation of 1,300 m (4022 ft) and offers striking views of Volcan Baru and the Pacific Ocean.  This elevated point is the perfect place to build your dream home, surrounded by lush greenery and breathtaking views.

This rich and fertile lot provides ample opportunities to plant and grow anything you desire. Nestled in the midst of lush green hills, with a river flowing, the property spans a total of 13.91 Ha, or 139,100 m2, which is equivalent to 34.37 acres.   The land use is diverse, with 4.5 acres of land being used for coffee plantations and the remainder being pasture and various trees, including many fruit trees such as bananas, plantains and citrus. 

The property has approximately 13,000 coffee plants, of which 6,000 are young plants that have been recently planted in the last 1-3 years.  The coffee plants consist of various Arabica varieties including Caturra, Catuai, Bourbon & Geisha.  With a budding coffee plantation, this property is perfect for those who are interested in starting in the coffee industry.

In terms of utilities, the property has potable water that is suitable for residential use and has recently been upgraded in 2022 with new water lines from the main road to the new concrete buildings.  Electricity is readily available from the road and both concrete buildings have solar panels.

The property includes two wooden structures, one of which is an older wooden casita that measures 20 ft x 25 ft and is located on the upper finca.  This casita can be lived in and has a charming rustic feel.  There is also an older wooden building on the lower finca, which consists of several small rooms for periodic workers. Additionally, there are two brand new single-story concrete block buildings built in 2020 and 2022, with solar panels. One of these buildings is a garage with 4 rooms for workers and the other is a garage with a storage room for the finca manager.

This incredible property is offered at an unbeatable price of $3.55 per m2, which translates to $493,000 in total. This presents a fantastic opportunity to purchase a large and beautiful piece of property at an incredibly reasonable price.

Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a rich and fertile piece of paradise.

Description from the seller:

"Over 34 acres of beautiful rural property in the heart of Chiriqui, the agricultural engine of Panama. Only 10 km from vibrant Boquete, but in a quiet and peaceful pueblito. The locality consists mostly of small fincas growing tomatoes, corn, peppers and various fruits and vegetables. The terrain surrounding this specific property consists of several steep hills and a river, which give the property a secluded and unique secure location with very limited access, a quality desired by many rural property owners.

The property is located in Cabecera de Cochea, Potrerillos Arriba, Chiriqui, Republic of panama. lt sits just off of a rural country road, only 2.5 miles/4 km from the main highway "Ruta de sur", running from Palmira to Volcán, through Potrerillos Arriba.

The highest point on the property. The "colina" at 1.300 m (4022 ft) elevation, has striking views of Volcan Baru, only a few miles to the north, and of the Pacific Ocean, about 25 miles to the south. lt is the ideal place for a beautiful homesite.

Total Property: 2007: 8.98 Ha + 2013: 4.93 Has = Total 13.91 Ha = 139,100 m2 = 34.37 acres

Land use: 4.5 acres planted in café; remainder is pasture and various trees, many fruit trees. There are simply many open acres to plant and grow whatever one wants in this fertile, rich terrain.

Café (coffee): As of 2022:

• Café plants on the finca: Approximately 13,000 plants
• Young/new plants not yet producing coffee fruit: 6,000 (planted in the last 1-3 yrs.)
• Arabica coffee. Varietals include Caturra, Catuai, Bourbon & Geisha

Water: Yes, potable for residential use, recently upgraded in 2022, with new water lines from main road down to the new concrete buildings.

Electricity: Readily available from road (75 meters away); solar power in two concrete block bldgs. 

Structures: One older small (20 ft x 25 ft) wooden casita on upper finca; has and can be lived in.

One older wooden building of small rooms for periodic workers on lower finca

Two very new (2020 & 2022) single story concrete block buildings with solar power:

1. Garage + 4 rooms, used periodically by finca workers (56 ft long, 12 ft wide)
2. Garage + "bodega" (storage room for finca manager) (40 ft long, 15 ft wide)

Selling Price: $493,000 only $3.55 per m2, the traditional pricing method for land in Panama. At under $4.00 per m2, when land in Boquete is selling for $40 to $50 per m2, this is an incredibly reasonable price for such a large and beautiful piece of property."

The Location

Potrerillos Arriba & Abajo are areas that combined offer a charming and tranquil community located in the picturesque region of Boquete, Panama. This little town has been a well-kept secret, but it is quickly gaining popularity as more and more people discover its many benefits.

The area also draws a growing number of expats, who appreciate the community's more affordable and more rural lifestyle when compared to Boquete. Many properties boast wonderful views of Volcan Baru, Panama's tallest peak, while some offer stunning vistas of the Pacific Ocean.

One of the benefits about Potrerillos Arriba & Abajo is its proximity to Boquete, about a half hour away where residents and visitors can enjoy so many excellent restaurants and shopping, as well as David, one of Panama's largest cities, which boasts an international airport, modern hospitals, new shopping malls, theaters, & casinos. Additionally, it is just a an easy day trip from the area to the beautiful beaches of Chirqui Province including the protected harbor of Boca Chica on the Pacific Ocean, where many tropical islands are just a few minutes boat ride away.

The new Ruta Sur road runs through the area of Potrerillos, making this zone a central point between three key areas of Panama: Boquete, Volcan and David. The Ruta Sur also makes for faster travel between Boquete and Volcan. This property benefits greatly from the new highway between Boquete and David, and a new road that connects Potrerillos to Alto Boquete making this zone more accessible and convenient to access other key areas of Panama.

Potrerillos Arriba & Abajo is also known for its close proximity to orange production.

Property altitudes in the area run from around 1,000 feet to about 4,500 feet, providing a moderate and comfortable climate that, in some places, is a bit warmer than Boquete but not nearly as hot as David and the beaches. This moderate weather combined with the more rural lifestyle and affordable property prices, make Potrerillos Arriba & Abajo appealing alternatives to Boquete for those who enjoy a more country-like setting but still want to be close to Boquete's lively social scene.

In summary, Potrerillos Arriba & Abajo is a beautiful, peaceful and welcoming community that offers residents and visitors a unique blend of natural beauty with a warm small-town lifestyle. With its great location, easy access to key areas in Panama, growing expat population, reasonable property prices, and stunning views of Volcan Baru and the Pacific Ocean, Potrerillos Arriba & Abajo is a wonderful place to call home.

Don't miss this opportunity to make this stunning location your new home!

Please contact Casa Soution if you have any questions or would like to visit this Magnificent 34.8-Acre Fertile Land with Stunning Views of Volcan Barú & the Pacific Ocean in Potrerillos Arriba, Panama.