Villa for Sale in Boquete, Villa ArcoIris

This Villa in Boquete is nestled in a quiet coffee neighborhood with spectacular views from the relaxing terrace. Enjoy the lush greenery of the tropical garden from every room. Year round temperatures 60-80°F @ 5000+ feet elevation and gentle breezes, no need for air conditioning or heat.


Villa Arco Iris is situated in the middle of an extensive, professionally designed and maintained gardens; with lawn and stone paths winding between themed garden focal points. All gardens are watered during dry season with an extensive underground automatic sprinkler system, with capacity for expansion. Outside, hot water utility sink and shower.



ABOUT THE HOUSE
Villa Arco Iris was designed and built in collaboration with internationally trained architect and engineering firm SIDCA, S.A. Some of the salient features include:

Structural Features:

Built using steel reinforced concrete block, with reinforced poured concrete around all window and door openings
Exterior finishings includes custom Monocapa moldings around windows and arches
Custom exterior paint color
Double layered roof, with asphalt coated zinc/tin corrugated steel base layer and antique ceramic tile as the visible finish
Each room features stepped, recessed ceilings, recessed lighting as well as hanging light/fan fixtures
Floors are finished in upgraded ceramic tile. Terrazo, garage, and porch floors are tiled with fixtures surface to prevent slips in wet weather


Entryway:

Coming in from the porch with room for a viewing settee, pass through the arched entryway with custom Quira (Kira) hardwood door.
Open Concept layout
Living Room:

Furniture is arranged to enjoy the entertainment console and fireplace, facing the French sliding windows

Dining Room:

Set off from the living room and entry by a stem wall perfect for displaying artwork. Look out through curved window wall to the front wardens and beyond to Volcan Baru.
Upgraded Kitchen:

A chef delight! Perfect for entertainment. Unique granite counter tops over custom Cedro wood cabinets with soft close doors and drawers; stainless steel appliances; central island; peninsula separating kitchen from great room; large walk in pantry; travertine back splash and pass-through from kitchen to terrazzo.

Breakfast Room:

Round window walls provide view of gardens, valley and mountains while enjoying meals or conversation over coffee. this breakfast room can also be converted into a working office. All the wiring is already in place to convert it into an office or an artist studio.
Terrazzo:

Huge covered space to enjoy sunrise and breakfast. Unsurpassed views across the valley! the mountains beyond and the back yard gardens.
Laundry Room:

Raised platform for front loading washer and dryer; utility sink; overhead cabinets and broom closet; extra eye level outlet for ironing use.

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS:

Master Suite:

Huge bedroom with picture window overlooking the valley and mountains beyond;
Sufficient space for a sitting area
Computer station and additional furniture.
Wired for TV.
Sliding door to terrazzo
Professional fabricated lights
Blocking custom draperies and Roman shades
Her´s and His walk in closets
Toilet room with fan/vent
Shower room with seat
Fan/vent designed to keep moisture out of living area
Separate "hers" and "his" Talavera sinks and cabinets
Soaking tub with views of gardens and Volcan Baru
Travertine marble counters and tub deck

Guest Bedroom:

Large room with picture window and space for lounge chair, closets, drawers and built in writing/computing desk, wired for TV
Roman shades

Guest Bath:

Talavera raised bowl sink, toilet and huge fan/vented shower


Artwork Hall: Short hall connecting great room to guest rooms. Perfect for artwork display with accent lighting.



UPGRADED FEATURE SYSTEMS:

Water System: supply by the Rio Caldera (agricultural) water system; fewer interruptions than anywhere else in the area. contract provides pressure and watering supplies.
900 gallon storage tank system cartridge with UV and ceramic filter system to completely eliminate any contaminants
Three on demand gas hot water heaters. Separate heaters for master bathroom, kitchen and laundry/guest minimize wait time for hot water.
Electrical System. Never without power!! When others lose power, do not! An inverter/battery system seamlessly switches all 110v circuits to backup, and prevents surges and voltage fluctuations when Union Fenosa glitches.
Propane Gas: Central propane storage/delivery system setup to run two subsidized 20lb tanks in tandem; two backup tanks for easy changeover.
Security: Full alarm system and motion sensor lights