The glass-encased house frames views of its rocky site, the surrounding jungle, and the nearby ocean at Playas del Coco.
Location: Playas del Coco, Costa Rica, United States
Price: $2,200,000
Year Built: 2004
Footprint: 3,767 square feet (5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths)
Architect: Premio Maranta
Lot Size: 0.86 Acres
From the Agent: “Perched above the popular beach of Playas del Coco, this award-winning residence, locally celebrated as ‘The Glass House,’ is a one-of-a-kind fusion of natural beauty and contemporary design in Costa Rica. Set on a dramatic hillside, this unique home is anchored into a massive rock formation, a defining feature of its architecture. What could have been a design challenge, a towering rock face, was transformed into a stunning focal point. Today, it supports key structural elements and flows naturally into the living space, seamlessly blurring the lines between architecture and nature. The result is a masterpiece that feels at once open, light, and deeply rooted in its environment. Glass walls and sliding panels open to panoramic views of the bay on one side and a lush, protected forest on the other, creating a visual corridor between ocean and jungle. Whether you’re captivated by contemporary architecture, enchanted by the idea of living among nature, or searching for a unique luxury retreat with timeless appeal, this Playas del Coco property offers a rare opportunity to own a landmark residence.”
The home was designed by landscape architect Premio Maranta, who integrated the home into its site with operable glass walls and natural stone.
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The hillside boulder supporting the home can be seen in the kitchen, where it peeks out from beneath the sink.
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