About this property:
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 60.76 manzanas — 423,632.55 m² (approximately 104.7 acres / 42.36 hectares) 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.
Land Measurements
- Total: 60.76 manzanas / 423,632.55 m² (approximately 104.7 acres / 42.36 hectares).
- Lot 1 — below the road, near the lake: 12.97 manzanas / 90,434.84 m².
- Lot 2 — below the road, near the lake: 3.99 manzanas / 27,809.65 m².
- Lot 3 — above the road: 43.80 manzanas / 305,388.06 m².
🏡 Property Overview
The estate is naturally divided into three separate parcels, offering flexibility for development or phased investment:
🔹 Lot 1 – 12.97 manzanas / 90,434.84 m² (Below Road, Near Lake)
- 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
🔹 Lot 2 – 3.99 manzanas / 27,809.65 m² (Below Road, Near Lake)
- 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
🔹 Lot 3 – 43.80 manzanas / 305,388.06 m² (Above Road)
- 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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