For those who prefer contemporary elegance for modern living, look no further than this spectacular 5,735 sq ft five-bedroom home on a spacious .33-acre lot in the prestigious Valley del Sol golf course community of Santa Ana, a west-end suburb of San José. A gorgeous, bright living room, formal dining room, rec room/den and extremely spacious and incredibly-equipped state-of-the-art kitchen with large informal dining area and breakfast bar are among the many compelling features of this home, which is 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; the country's first Wendy's franchise; Outback; acclaimed local restaurants such as Lo Spago (Italian) and Rock and Roll Pollo; and the unique Motor Psychos bar.

Each of the two principal bedrooms has a walk-in closet and large bath with Jacuzzi; the principal bedroom on the second floor has a great view of the Valle del Sol 18-hole championship golf course. The three other bedrooms each have a bath and walk-in closet. The large covered terrace at the back of this modern attractive family home and a large swimming pool will no doubt be the focus of living and relaxation in a delightful ambience.

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: $1,600,000

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