What I do
One accountable person across the full lifecycle of your property on the Nicoya Peninsula — from the first site visit to years of ownership from abroad. Every page below goes deep on one part of that; this page is the map.
Our services
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Custom homes, private estates, retreats and equestrian properties on the Nicoya Peninsula — designed, permitted, built and handed over, fully managed for owners abroad. Built to North American construction standards.
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Nicoya Peninsula · Santa Teresa & surrounding areasTypical timeline
8 months to 2 years — depending on the size and complexity of the build.
Fully remote-managed
Most clients build from abroad. We are your eyes on the ground.
Concept visualization — created to illustrate design capability.
Already have a local builder or a project underway? I embed alongside your existing team as independent quality control — the set of eyes that ensures North American standards are maintained throughout.
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Nicoya Peninsula · Santa Teresa & surrounding areasWho this is for
Clients who already have a contractor but want independent oversight to protect their investment.
Diagnose the cause first. Repair the building second. I take on renovation, remodel, and restoration work across the Nicoya Peninsula — from full interior transformations to structural repairs, roofing and waterproofing.
See the full renovation & restoration page — including two real projects →
Nicoya Peninsula · Santa Teresa & surrounding areasThe "where were you" service
A significant number of renovation clients come to me after a difficult experience with another builder.
Concept visualization — created to illustrate design capability.
Concept visualization — created to illustrate design capability.
Every build is different. The process never is. Here's exactly what working with us looks like.
We start with a conversation — Zoom or in person, wherever you are in the world. You walk us through your vision, your budget, and your timeline. We ask the questions that matter and give you an honest read on what's achievable. No pressure. No obligation. Just clarity.
Zoom or in person · No costWe visit the site, assess the land, and work through the design with you. This is where material decisions get made — with our guidance on what performs in Costa Rica's climate, not just what looks good in a showroom. We present a detailed scope of work and a realistic timeline before anything moves forward.
On-site in Santa Teresa · Nicoya PeninsulaWe handle the full permit acquisition process — municipal approvals, CFIA (Costa Rica's engineering college) sign-off, environmental permits where required, and all associated legal paperwork. This is the stage that stalls the most builds in Costa Rica. We know how to navigate it properly and we take it off your plate entirely.
Fully managed · No paperwork required from youConstruction begins. Our team manages the site, the contractors, the materials, the schedule, and the quality — every day. You receive regular updates by WhatsApp, Zoom, or email — whatever works for you. You can see exactly where your project is at any point. No chasing. No silence. No surprises.
Weekly updates · Fully remote-manageableBefore handover, we conduct a full walkthrough with a detailed punch list. Every outstanding item gets resolved — not noted and left. We don't consider a build complete until the home meets the standard we agreed at the start. This stage protects you from inheriting someone else's unfinished business.
Nothing handed over until it's rightYour home, built to the standard we agreed, on the timeline we committed to. We hand over the keys, walk you through everything you need to know about the property, and remain available for any questions after you move in. The relationship doesn't end at handover — it's just a different chapter.
Your home · As agreedWhere we work
Our work is concentrated in Santa Teresa and the surrounding communities of the Nicoya Peninsula — the area we know best, live in, and are most equipped to serve well.
We don't spread ourselves thin chasing projects across the country. Deep local knowledge, trusted local relationships, and a team that's actually on the ground — that's what makes the difference.
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Concept visualization — created to illustrate design capability.
Don't just inspect what you're buying — understand what you're actually buying before you own the problem. Diagnostic inspections using thermal imaging, drain cameras and moisture detection, by someone who has actually built here.
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Nicoya Peninsula · Santa Teresa, Cobano & surrounding areasCertified background
Jeffrey Vogel holds a certified inspection background from Canada, with construction knowledge dating back to 1995.
Concept visualization — created to illustrate design capability.
The most expensive repair is often the one that could have been prevented. Owning a high-value property here while living abroad requires a trusted local presence — accountable, reachable, and qualified.
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Nicoya Peninsula · Santa Teresa, Cobano & surrounding areasAlso included — Vehicle Maintenance
Keep your vehicle safe, legal and reliable while you're away.
Costa Rica's roads and climate accelerate vehicle wear significantly. We offer scheduled coordination for oil changes, routine inspections, filter replacements, brake and suspension reviews, DEKRA inspection preparation and Marchamo compliance reminders — so your vehicle is ready when you are.
Maintenance schedules available
Programs can be structured weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or quarterly.
Concept visualization — created to illustrate design capability.
Ready to start?
Start with a private review. Jeffrey will give you an honest assessment of what you need — and what you don't. No upsell. No obligation.
