Sands Point Preconstruction Condos - Puntarenas Costa Rica  Bienes Raices en Puntarenas Costa Rica   :: Sands Point Condos - Features :: Interior Features Common areas with stone accents and high-quality indigenous wood doors and frames Nine-foot-high ceilings. Unobstructed beach views from spacious terraces. Bamboo floors in the living and dining rooms with your choice of natural stone or ceramic tile floors. Upscale bathrooms with polished stainless-steel fixtures and granite countertops Tinted windows. A full-size washer and dryer set Spacious kitchens. Granite countertops. State-of-the-art stainless-steel appliances Contemporary, high-end designer kitchen cabinets Community Amenities Professionally manicured gardens and preserved native Guanacaste trees LEED silver-certified energy-efficient green building. Water recovery system to mitigate its environmental impact Unparalleled concierge services Extravagantly equipped common areas with free Wi-Fi HDTV-compatible satellite system Professional business center with large conference room Personal secured parking 24-hour security with surveillance Gated community entrance with keycard access Private, climate-controlled storage units Access to world-class fishing, surfing, a casino, gourmet restaurants, and gorgeous hiking and biking nature trails nearby On-site clubhouse facility, featuring a sauna; cutting-edge home theater, billiards room, kitchen Fully equipped fitness center with locker rooms, state-of-the-art workout machines with onboard TVs, and tennis & volleyball courts. Olympic-size, infinity-edge pool and air-jet spa, featuring a swim-up bar and grill Over 340 feet of breathtaking beaches, with Indonesian-style cabanas, private gazebo massages, covered lounges, and chair and umbrella service provided by an on-site beach attendant Optional daily housekeeping service Optional unit rental program       :: Sands Point Condos - Q and A ::  When are contracts expected to be issued?      In 2 to 3 moths.   What rescission period do you afford buyers and when does the time begin to elapse?       Purchasers have 15-day review/rescission period before from execution of contract not execution of reservation.    Is this a condo hotel?       NO   If it is not a condo hotel, what is the rental policy?        There will be management company assigned by Developer, may be replaced by condo board vote.   How much is the 1st deposit and when is it due?       $10,000 refundable reservation   How much is the 2nd deposit and when is it due ?        Balance of the first 10% due 15 days after receipt of full plans, P&S contract and by-laws.   How much is the 3rd deposit and when is it due?      Additional 20% down due at ground breaking.   Are deposits held by a NEUTRAL escrow agent? If yes, who is the escrow agent? What are the conditions of the escrow?  If no, who will be holding the escrow?       Chicago Title in the neutral escrow account at BCT Bank Intrenational. This is a first, and Sands Point is the only project in Costa Rica which has a NEUTRAL third party account.  All other developers' hold deposit in the developers coporate back account.   Will the deposits be held by the developer in an interest or non-interest bearing escrow account?       Non-interest bearing account through Chicago Title or the direct depoist may be held with the developer and HSBC in Costa Rica (buyer's choice)    May purchaser buy a unit under a corporate name?       Yes.   How may the buyer hold title to the property (Ex: Fee simple, bank trust, etc.)?      Fee simple. Will developer be responsible for day to day management of property after delivery? Day-to-day management of the building will be the responsibility of the owners or condo board. Condo board should will hire a management company based locally. Developer will assign a management company upon building completion, but unit owners may replace them without any penalties   Are pets allowed?       Yes   How many buildings are part of the project?       One midrise   How many stories will the buildings be?       10-stories   How many units will there be in the building?        70 Units   How many units per floor?       Common floor plate = 8 units per floor, Ground = 2, PH = 4   What will be the monthly maintenance fee per sq.?        Estimated to be $0.25 sq/ft   When do you expect construction to start on the project?        May/June 2008   When do you expect construction to be completed?      12-18 months from ground breaking   What percentage of the overall inventory does the developer have to sell before re-sales can begin?        All buyers must close before re-sales   Are contracts assignable?  If yes, when and what will be the fee?        Yes, fees to be disclosed with restrictions to be disclosed at a future date.   Approximately what percentage of the purchase price will the closing cost be (Including all fees)?       TBD at a future date.    What other projects are being built in the area?        TBD   How does your project compare to your competition on price per sq. foot basis?         Much lower for superior quality.   What other civic and cultural developments are taking place in the neighborhood?        Puntarenas coastal region undergoing major redevelopment Sands Point Condos Costa Rica E-mail Contact Form