Ometepe Island | Between Moyogalpa & Altagracia | Near San Marcos
Price: $550,000 USD

Discover a truly unique and historic opportunity on the island of Ometepe. This expansive 66 manzana (approx. 115 acres) property offers 150 meters of direct lakefront, fertile volcanic land, and an exceptional setting at the base of the iconic Concepción Volcano.

Once home to a large-scale orphanage operated by Los Pequeños Hermanos, the property carries a rich history and already features multiple existing structures that can be repurposed for a wide range of projects.

🏡 Property Overview

The estate is naturally divided into three separate parcels, offering flexibility for development or phased investment:

🔹 Parcel 1 – 8.4 hectares (Lakefront Area)

• Direct access to Lake Nicaragua
• Includes the original orphanage infrastructure:
  • Dormitories
  • Staff housing
  • Agricultural buildings
  • Poultry and pig farming facilities
• Existing well water system supplying this parcel and the adjacent one
• Ideal for:
  • Boutique hotel or eco-lodge
  • Retreat center (yoga, wellness, community living)
  • Restoration of a self-sustaining farm

🔹 Parcel 2 – 2.7 hectares (Triangular Lot)

• Bordered by:
  • Main road (west side)
  • Public pedestrian access (east side)
• Flat and fertile land
• Suitable for:
  • Residential development
  • Small-scale agriculture
  • Expansion of existing hospitality or community project

🔹 Parcel 3 – 44 manzanas (Upper Land)

• Located across the main road toward Altagracia
• Features approximately 10 acres of eucalyptus forest
• Mostly flat terrain with excellent development potential
• Ideal for:
  • Large-scale agriculture (pineapple, plantain, cattle)
  • Eco-community or subdivision project
  • Long-term land banking

🌱 Land & Natural Features

• Rich volcanic soil, highly productive
• Strong potential for:
  • Pineapple production
  • Fruit plantations
  • Livestock farming
• Abundant wildlife:
  • Birds, monkeys, and native species
• Peaceful and untouched natural environment

💧 Water & Infrastructure

• Existing well and lake water access serving lower parcels
• Opportunity to develop:
  • Pumping systems to supply upper land
  • Irrigation systems for agriculture
• Basic internal access already in place
• On-site caretaker team familiar with the land

🌍 Development Potential

This property is ideal for visionary investors looking to create:

• Eco-retreat or wellness center
• Boutique hotel or hospitality concept
• Sustainable farming project
• Private community or expat village
• Land subdivision with resale strategy

With its size, location, and existing infrastructure, this is a rare land reserve offering both immediate usability and long-term upside.

✨ A Place with History

Previously operated as a major orphanage, the property once hosted over 70 people daily, combining housing, agriculture, and community life. Today, it stands as a place full of character—ready to be brought back to life with a new vision.

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