This very attractive two-storey, 2,900 sq ft three-bedroom family residence is one of the many fine homes in the gated Monte Real Condominiums, located just minutes from the 18-hole championship golf course in the high-demand Valle del Sol district of San José's popular west end suburb of Santa Ana. The large naturally illuminated living room leads to an ample tinted glass-covered terrace overlooking the lovely garden. Just off the contemporary dining room is a large modern kitchen, while the cozy family/recreation room is just another plus of this fine home, located within minutes of the Forum and Forum II, home to the offices of all the Fortune 500 companies located in Costa Rica; tennis courts; the large Multiplaza Shopping Mall; Courtyard Marriott; modern supermarkets such as AutoMercado; the country's first Wendy's franchise; Outback; acclaimed local restaurants such as Lo Spago (Italian) and La Tasca (Spanish/Argentinian); and popular bars such as Brad's and the unique Motor Psychos bar.

The three bedrooms on the second storey are large and have excellent views of the surrounding area; the master bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom. Other features of this very attractively-priced home highlighted by fine finishings include a convenient attic, maid's quarters, and well-kept gardens. The large swimming pool divided into an adult area and children's wading pool, and right next to it is a BBQ patio area.

LOCATION: Parque Valle del Sol Residential and Golf Course Community, Santa Ana, five minutes north-west of the Red Cross, off the main road from Lindora to Belén.

PRICE: $360,000. Rented, but an excellent investment!

For another exclusive Valle del Sol property, see Valle del Sol five-star residence