Democratic government, no military, universal health care, low property tax and low car insurance. No crime in 14 years, close to all shopping, great neighbors, dead end street and grow anything tropical. Boarding on three sides, road, playground and coffee plantation. Fully landscaped. Outdoor shower, soaking tub and waterfall. Two full bathrooms with jacuzzi tub. Solar hot water. Parking for three vehicles. Fully fenced with electric gate. Storage shed (bodega). Close to volcano Poas, waterfalls, hot springs and 1 hour to the Pacific ocean. Many gringos and English is accepted. I lived there for 14 years with no regrets. Call me for more information. Furniture and car sold separately.