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#1328	Bello Horizonte, Escazú - An older, but lovely, mostly one-level, 6,450-ft2 home on its own 2/3-acre (2,640-m2) property with swimming pool! And it's located in a very central location. The house has four bedrooms (one master bedroom with bath, Jacuzzi tub, walk-in closet, etc.; a "junior" suite with bath; and two smaller bedrooms with shared bath). There is also a HUGE living room with fireplace (with lots of windows looking out onto the yard), separate dining room, kitchen with eat-in area, enclosed terrace/family area, separate office, etc. The house has beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of the house. The backyard has a tiled swimming pool as well as a bath attached to the two-car garage. One of the grand old estates of years past. It could use a bit of updating in places, but it has fantastic potential (and is perfectly livable as it is). US$500,000
#06118008	Colinas de Montealegre/Lomas de Ayarco (Curridabat/Tres Rios - East-side San José - A stunning, two-story, 5,400-ft2 luxury home on a 1/3-acre lot within a small gated community within a larger development (ultra secure!). Extremely well built. Three bedrooms, three baths, maid's room with bath, great eat-in kitchen, dining room, family room with bar area, office, two-car garage and a great outdoor, enclosed Jacuzzi. Great design. There is a wonderful view to San José and the mountains. It's a fantastic house in a fantastic area (that they're calling the "new Escazú", with new malls, restaurants, etc. popping up)! US$500,000 (Rented until January 2009)
#2571	NEW! Lomas de Ayarco Sur area, Curridabat - An exquisite, SINGLE-LEVEL, 4,500-ft2 (418-m2) corner home in a peaceful, quiet residential area that's close to everything. The spacious, well-designed house has four bedrooms (two with their own baths), living room, formal dining room, massive entertainment/social area (with bar) that opens to the terrace, kitchen with informal dining area, maid's room with bath, etc. Gorgeous (granite countertops, granite-topped table), etc. The 1/4-acre (1,100-m2) property yields a large backyard that is like a botanical garden. Very well built; very well designed; very well maintained. Great area; wonderful climate. US$525,000
#1165	Above El Carmen de Guadalupe (20 minutes east of San José) - A gorgeous, three-level, 4,200-ft2 (396-m2), Chalet-style home with stunning view on 3.7 acres within a 50-acre gated community. The well-built, custom-designed home has four bedrooms, three baths, living area with fireplace and view, balcony, excellent kitchen with sitting/dining area, master bedroom with bath (with tub and shower), walk-in closet and balcony, etc. There is also a nice, separate guest/rental apartment (with kitchenette, bath and terrace). The 3.7-acre (1.5-hectare) property is terraced, sloping down to a stream on one side, and has lots of flowers, trees, etc. The view is unbelievable, taking in the entire Central Valley and, on a clear day, you can even see the Pacific Ocean. It's a fantastic place! Asking US$525,000
#2153	NEW! Granadilla Area (east-side San José) - A rare, 5,700-ft2 (530-m2), SIX-BEDROOM house on over 1/2 acre (2,300 m2) of land. The house has six bedrooms, 4.5 baths, multiple living/social areas, kitchen, dining area, maid's room with bath, huge garage, workshop, terrace, etc. The 0.57 acres of land gives a large backyard with lots of flowers, fruit trees, etc. The master bedroom is huge, with its own bath, walk-in closet and sitting area. One of the other bedrooms has its own bath. Very interesting and unique design. Nice area, close to shopping, etc., yet very peaceful and quiet. Wonderful Spring-like climate year-round...never needing heat or air-conditioning! US$550,000
#06301036	Downtown Cartago (near the Basilica) - A grand, multi-level, 1,250-m2 (13,000-ft2) house with six bedrooms, library, game room, maid's room, living room, dining room, balcony, etc. There is also a huge indoor pool, sauna, and an attached two-bedroom apartment. It's a fantastic location, right next to the Cartago Basilica (home of the patron saint of Costa Rica, which attracts over a million people during the annual pilgrimmage on August 2). The property is ideal for a small hotel, B&B, clinic, etc. US$575,000
#1698	Trejos Montealegre, Escazú - An elegant, 7,800-ft2 (725-m2), one-level home in central area of Escazú, within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, etc. The home has four bedrooms, 3.5 baths, huge, open living/social/dining area, nice kitchen with large informal dining area, family/TV area, gym, maid's room with bath, back patio, etc. The social/dining area has an indoor grill area, bar, step-down sitting area, etc., all blending with an interior garden area as if you're outdoors. The master bedroom has a luxurious bath (Jacuzzi tub, black marble) as well as an upper level library/office. A second bedroom has its own bath. The third and fourth bedrooms share a bath. The design of the 15-year old house is exquisite. Fine woods and materials are used throughout. A real beauty! US$580,000
#1058	Near Santa María de Dota (an hour south of San José) - A magnificent mountain estate in a serene setting with a fantastic climate. The 4,700-ft2, three-level, French Country-style main house has four bedrooms, five baths, large living room (with huge fireplace and dual French doors to terrace), formal dining room, informal dining area, kitchen, foyer (with sitting area), office/TV area, upper level sewing area (could be 5th bedroom or office), huge glass-enclosed terrace (with bar and BBQ area), etc. There is also a guest/worker's house, barn (with 4 stalls), fenced corral and 1.5 acres of manicured park-like grounds with running stream, man-made waterfall and pond. It's truly a stunning property! US$590,000
#2557	NEW! Pinares/Lomas de Ayarco Norte (Curridabat Area; east-side San José) - An awesome, SINGLE-LEVEL, 7,700 ft2 (715-m2) home on 1/3 acre (1,318 m2) in a wonderful, upscale neighborhood...with an ex-President for a neighbor! The house is ideal for entertaining, socializing or just family fun, with multiple social areas and game rooms. Three bedrooms, 3.5 baths, kitchen with breakfast area, formal and informal dining areas, large office, massive social area with bar, another massive entertainment/game room, pool room, etc. Separate building (office, guest house, etc.), guard house, etc. Large front yard with Jacuzzi. It's a wonderful residence but would also be great for Embassy, etc. Excellent, upscale neighborhood, close to the highway, shopping, malls, etc. Wonderful Spring-like climate. US$650,000
#2061	NEW! Near San Isidro del General (Perez Zeledón) - Views, views, views!!! This is a developer's dream property, with 260 acres (106 hectares) of rolling hills in the mountains with stunning 360-degree views. The property is about 1/2 forest and 1/2 open land. It is prime development property, with a unique layout with numerous building sites with panoramic views. Unlike many large tracts of land with a minor portion having views or "limited views", almost all sites on this property have spectacular views! At an elevation of about 4,200 feet, it enjoys a nice climate year-round. River, creeks, springs and a big waterfall. US$775,000
#2242	NEW! Bo. Tournon, Across from "El Pueblo" Complex (North of Downtown San José) - This is a great opportunity to acquire this fantastic building that formerly housed one of the best discos around. The 11,000-ft2 (1,050-m2) building is ready for another disco operation to step in, or would be great for a wide variety of other uses: bar, restaurant, call center, exhibition center, etc. Nicely designed and decorated; ultra-high ceilings. Large dance floor; dining/sitting areas; two bar areas; etc. Great location. Licenses and permits available for negotiation. US$850,000 (also available for rent at US$7,000 per month)
#2217	NEW! Lomas de Ayarco Norte/Pinares (Curridabat area - east-side San José) - A charming, one-level, 8,600-ft2 (800-m2) home with swimming pool and sauna on nearly 1/2 acre (1,800 m2) along a controlled-access street with guard. The home has FOUR bedrooms (two with their own baths; two with shared bath), home office, main living room, informal family area, bar/entertainment room, large kitchen with breakfast bar and informal dining area, formal dining area, etc. In the back yard is a large covered terrace and a nice swimming pool. There's also a large side yard. Great location, within walking distance of "Wal-Mart"; close to restaurants, schools, malls, etc. Fantastic climate. Appraised at US$960,000 but asking only US$830,000
#1645	Near Palomo, Orosi Valley (Cartago) A spectacular coffee estate with grand old plantation house overlooking the entire Orosi Valley. The 10,000-ft2 (930-m2) house has three bedrooms, two baths, two living rooms (with fireplace), huge kitchen, large terrace all around the house, swimming pool and much more...all with an amazing view of the Orosi Valley. The surrounding area is gorgeous, with coffee plantations and forest all around. Along with the house, you may choose to have 12.5 acres for US$975,000 or the entire 75-acre plantation for US$2.2M (some financing may be available)
#1285	Bello Horizonte, Escazú - An exceptional, 11,000-ft2 Spanish Colonial inn/B&B atop a hill with a spectacular view of the Central Valley. The marvelous structures are surrounded by lush, beautiful gardens, with a nice terrace where guests can enjoy the amazing view. There are a variety of rooms to accomodate any type of guest, from one-night stays to year-long rentals. Eight tastefully decorated and comfortable rooms in three categories: Standard, Superior and Deluxe. Each room has nice furniture, Cable TV, telephone and ceiling fan. Most of the rooms have private patios or balconies. There are also two elegant studio apartments that are excellent for long-term guests. There is also a nice check-in area, dining area, nice large social area with fireplace and view, adjoining formal dining/conference area, separate reading/TV area, nice kitchen, gorgeous manager/owner's apartment (two bedrooms). The grounds on the 2/3-acre property are immaculate. It's an fantastic, turn-key opportunity (including everything except the furniture in the manager's apartment) and an absolute bargain at US$1,200,000
#2303	NEW! Near Downtown San Jose (8 blocks from National Museum) - This is a rare find: a 19,000-ft2 (1,767-m2) home on 8/10 acre property within walking distance of downtown San Jose! You can get lost roaming around in this massive house, with eight bedrooms (each with bath), multiple social/function rooms, service quarters, etc. The many possible uses and layouts of the 25 separate rooms/areas are limited only by your imagination! Two separate entrances to the property (each facing a main street). Lots of parking. It could be a fantastic private estate, a stunning hotel, a regal company headquarters, etc. Nice, peaceful feeling, yet it is within easy walking distance of downtown. Asking US$1,800,000 (make an offer)
#06107004	Ciudad Colon (West-side San José) - A magnificent Spanish Colonial-style estate on 1-3/4 acres of manicured grounds with 5,400-ft2 main house (4 BRs, 4 baths), 1,100-ft2 guest house (2 BRs, 2 baths), two 1,400-ft2 apartments (each with 2 BRs, 2.5 baths), large terrace with heated Infinity swimming pool and Jacuzzi, and excellent view of the valley with volcanoes in the background. It occupies an entire block in a great location just a few blocks from downtown Ciudad Colon. It's very secure, with electric gate with telecom system, guard house, alarm systems, etc. It would be a fantastic property for a private estate with lots of guest housing, corporate retreat, upscale B&B, residence with rental income, etc. Asking US$2,000,000
#1098	Near Cartago (20 minutes from San Jose)- This is a one-of-a-kind property with the potential for any number of uses. It was most recently used as one of the few horse race tracks in the country (and annually hosted the national motocross races). 56 acres of land, with lots of flat pasture, a nice forested area, and a magnificent view. The central feature of the property is the race track, but there is also a 5,700-ft2 activities hall, a 900-ft2 kiosk, a 4,800-ft2 main building (offices, etc.), a 3,800-ft2, 12-stall stables area, corral, etc. The property has great potential for sporting events (animal or otherwise), training facility, resort, residential development, etc. It's in a great area, just 200 meters (all paved) off the Interamerican Highway. You really need to see the property to fully appreciate it. Asking US$2,000,000 (all reasonable offers considered)
#2540	NEW! Orosi Valley Area (Cartago) - An awesome 47-acre (19-hectare) property overlooking the Orosi Valley and Cachí Lake. The views are truly spectacular! The land is mostly flat to gently sloping, with most of the property being ideal for development (tourist project, residential project, etc.). 200 meters of river frontage. Public water, electricity and phone service available. Excellent Spring-like climate year-round. Fantastic area with growing touristic potential - lots of attractions. USD$2,280,000
#06201005	Alajuela (La Garita area) - One of the finest Mexican-Colonial country villas you will find anywhere. Exquisite architecture and interior design coupled with lush, mature, five-acre grounds results in a masterpiece that captures the heart. The main home comprises 5,000+ ft2, with three bedrooms, multiple social areas, and terraces leading out to the lush gardens and the unique swimming pool, tennis court, entertainment pavilion (with formal dining area, kitchen and fireplace), pool house with guest apartment, putting green and much, much more. A must see!! US$3,000,000
#06302068	Ujarrás (the general Orosi Valley area, Cartago) - An exquisite, 95.8-acre (38.8-hectare), working farm of mostly coffee (1,000 fanegas) but with a small area of chayote. The farm has seven worker's houses, a warehouse, garage, etc. The climate is superb. A stream born of a nearby hot spring runs through the property. But the higher value of the property would be for other uses (touristic project, residential development, etc.). It has tons of road frontage as well as over 700 feet of frontage on Lake Cachí. It's in the heart of a very touristic area, with many local attractions. You really need to see the property to appreciate it. Asking US$6,000,000 (but make an offer)

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