Episode
House Hunters International: Room Required in Costa Rica
Overview
Jorge and Gaby have enjoyed city life in Escazu, Costa Rica for many years. With the birth of their son, however, they grew tired of their small, one-bedroom condo and of hearing their neighbors through shared walls. They are searching for a stand-alone house with a home office space for Jorge, separate living quarters for their housekeeper and, most of all, a place that's kid friendly.
Details
- Series
- House Hunters International
- Season
- Season 7
- Episode
- Episode 5
- Air date
- 2008-10-26
- Runtime
- 23 min
Episode context
Room Required in Costa Rica is Episode 5 in Season 7 of House Hunters International. It aired on 2008-10-26. The runtime is 23 min.
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