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Living in Marenal
Gated, green and close to town
Marenal sits 5 km from Nuevo Arenal town, close enough for its shops, restaurants, schools and international community, but set apart behind a gate. The climate is mild and green year-round, with shared green spaces inside the community.
- Sailing, fishing and windsurfing on Lake Arenal
- Natural hot springs and rainforest retreats nearby
- Wildlife sanctuaries, butterfly gardens and cacao farms
- Walking trails through the community
Getting around
Distances from Marenal
Marenal is 5 km from Nuevo Arenal town, which covers everyday shops and restaurants. Tilarán is the nearest bigger town for banks and larger shopping.
Drive times are by car from Nuevo Arenal town and vary with season and road conditions.
Marenal real estate
Marenal is land only: lake-view homesites inside a gated community just outside Nuevo Arenal, for buyers planning to build. There is currently 1 property on the market.
Lots vary in size, and the community has gated entry with 24/7 security, paved roads, underground utilities, high-speed internet and solar-ready infrastructure. A single listing can cover several available lots, so ask our agents for the current lot list.
Titled (fee simple) property in Costa Rica can be owned by foreign buyers on the same terms as Costa Ricans. Our agents will confirm the ownership status of any listing.
Nearby
Explore nearby communities
Nuevo Arenal is the town 5 km away, and Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo and Playas del Coco are the beach towns most buyers compare the lake area with.
Marenal — Buyer FAQ
Where is Marenal?
A gated community 5 km from Nuevo Arenal town, overlooking Lake Arenal with Arenal Volcano beyond. Liberia International Airport (LIR) is 90–120 minutes by car.
What can I buy in Marenal?
Land only: lake-view homesites for buyers planning to build. A single listing can cover several available lots, so ask our agents for the current lot list.
What does the community include?
Gated entry with 24/7 security, paved roads, underground utilities, high-speed internet, solar-ready infrastructure, rainwater harvesting, shared green spaces and walking trails.
How is Marenal run?
Lot owners belong to a Residential Community Association (RCA), which makes community decisions by consensus.
How far is the beach?
The coast is a longer drive from the lake: about 2.5–3.5 hours to Playa Flamingo and 3.5–4.5 hours to Tamarindo.
