Hacienda Carabali Stunning Property

Location, terrain & flood

📍 Open in Google Maps — Hacienda Carabali, Luquillo, Puerto Rico 🛰 Satellite

⛰ 58 ft elevation 🌊 FEMA Zone X — minimal flood

Barrio-level pin (listings give barrio + municipio, not the exact lot) — verify the parcel location. Elevation: USGS. Flood zone: FEMA NFHL.

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Area & terrain notes

Luquillo sits on the northeast coast, 45–50 min east of San Juan and ~25–30 min east of Humacao; it is a lush, mountainous municipio with El Yunque National Forest dominating its interior and west side. Elevation can reach 2,000+ ft inland but coastal/lower-elevation areas are humid and prone to seasonal rainfall and flash flooding. The town is known for beaches (Playa Luquillo) and nature tourism. Hacienda Carabalí is an upscale gated community in the foothills near El Yunque, offering genuine privacy and rainforest character—a strong asset. However, no mention of scenic vistas, ocean views, or significant elevation gain suggests the property may be in a sheltered valley or heavily wooded lot.

Buildability

Property already fully developed with equestrian infrastructure, stables, fencing, and two occupied structures. Not suitable for building a new single-family home; land is improved, not raw.

Due diligence — verify before buying

• Confirm exact acreage and parcel boundaries; listing does not state total acres—critical for comparing to their 5+ acre preference.
• Verify flood zone (FEMA & PR flood maps): Luquillo foothills can experience flash flooding; ensure property is outside high-risk zones and has proper drainage/foundation.
• Inspect septic or municipal water/sewer capacity for two occupied structures plus potential future development; verify water rights and utility easements.
• Survey and title search: confirm both parcels are properly deeded, easements (especially horse trails/community access), and no liens or HOA disputes.
• Structural inspection of main house, casita, and stables: assess age, roof condition, foundation (settling in rainforest clay soil), mold/humidity issues, and A/C/solar system warranty.
• Zoning & building permits: confirm all structures (especially casita) are legally permitted in Luquillo; verify if short-term rental/income use is allowed; clarify if land can support a third dwelling if they want to build later.

What the web found

Hacienda Carabalí is an established equestrian and recreation area in Luquillo near El Yunque National Forest. Multiple vacation properties and land lots exist in this sector. The $1.795M listing price falls in the higher range for raw land in the municipio, where comparable lots have sold between $495K–$3.7M depending on size and location.

Also found online:

• Realty.com — Lot 23 Hacienda Carabalí land listed for $495,000 (updated Feb 2022)
• Scott's Wong Realtor — Lot 7 A Street, Hacienda Carabalí, 6BR/6BA house listed at $3,700,000 (MLS PR9119244)

Seller / agent: Rogelio Ferrer, Re/max Dorado Realty (787-278-4896, agent #87601302) — listed for comparable Hacienda Carabalí lot

Area intel: Luquillo land sales average $312–$521/sqft; single-family home sales averaged $1,052,222 over past year. Hacienda Carabalí is car-dependent (Walk Score 9/100), located minutes from El Yunque, Carabali Rainforest Park, and Westin Rio Mar. Area is mountainous with lush vegetation; equestrian community. No specific flood/hurricane hazard data found, but region is subject to tropical weather.

Sources: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]

Description (English)

Set across two combined parcels within the private gated community of Hacienda Carabalí, and just moments from El Yunque National Forest, this unique equestrian estate offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and income potential. The main residence features 3 bedrooms, 3 full indoor bathrooms, plus an additional outdoor full bath on the lower terrace, ideal for entertaining. A separate two-level casita provides excellent flexibility for guests or short-term rental income, with a kitchen, dining area, and full bath upstairs, and a living room, bedroom, and full bath on the lower level. Designed with equestrian living in mind, the property includes a four-stall stable, wash area, tack room, and storage. The stables are ready for customization or rehabilitation to suit the next owner's vision. The grounds also feature new fencing, two paddocks, and direct access to the scenic Carabalí horse trails. Surrounded by lush, mature fruit trees including banana, soursop, starfruit, mango, guava, and papaya. The property offers a true tropical retreat experience. Recent upgrades include a solar energy system with three Tesla backup batteries, reinforced perimeter fencing, updated lighting, new appliances, refreshed interiors, and split A/C units throughout both the main home and casita. Whether as a private retreat, equestrian haven, or income-producing short-term rental, this property presents a rare opportunity in one of Puerto Rico's most sought-after natural settings.