Overlooking the mouth of the Shannon with spectacular views south to Kerry Head and the Macgillycuddy Reeks and west towards the Dingle Peninsular, the house is surrounded by lawns, gardens and rock walls and has its own 800 meters o Built as a Summerhouse for the McDonnell Family, descendants of the Earl of Anrtrim and designed by the same architect as Dromoland Castle, the property sits on 20 acres with 800 feet of own waterfront in the grounds and a nice sandy beach within 5 minutes of the house. There are walled gardens and yards to the rear including a garage, a tennis house, a tennis court, 2 dry sheds, fuel shed, and boiler room with central heating unit. The first floor consists of entrance hall, reception hall, dining room, fully equipped kitchen, drawing room with original marble fireplace, television room, living room/bedroom, bathroom, separate toilet and a double bedroom. Leading downstairs is a restored original oak staircase. The downstairs are partly tiled and partly carpeted and consists of a billiard room, utility/wine cellar, 3 double bedrooms, leisure area with sauna, steam shower, whirlpool and solarium and 2 bathrooms. The entire property has been restored to highest standard. This property is located 5 km away from the seaside resort town of Kilkee, which has a famous horse show sandy beach, an abundance of restaurants, traditional pubs, hotels, golf course and beautiful scenery, which a stunning cliff walk. Also 5 km away is the picturesque Village of Carraigaholt, which has its own harbour where you can buy fresh fish directly adn wonderful restaurants. There is a sandy beach only 5 minutes walk from the house.
Offers a spectacular Greg Norman designed links course together with an elegant country manor complex. Doonbeg's spectacular Lodge and Member Clubhouse is complemented by a collection of ocean and link-side suites and cottages. The Courtyard is located beside the Lodge and it is the upmost in luxury and comfort. Number 32 is a two storey semi-detached cottage, with three ensuite bedrooms, a living room with dining area, kitchen and guest W.C., all comprises of approximately 2,200 sq ft. YEAR ROUND SUITE MANAGEMENT The Clubs professional staff will oversee every details of your Suite, year-round, on your behalf, facilitating rentals, maintence, and repairs. You will be provided monthly reports. (Management Charge applicable) OTHER SERVICES " Room Service to each Suite for you and your guests " Daily maid service (with light evening turn-down) " Club Concierge services " Laundry and dry-cleaning services " Florists and plant care available year round " Morning newspapers and weather forecasts to each Suite daily on request " Shoe polishing each morning. SECTION 23 The property has the advantage of a Section 23 Tax allowance. Also see www.doonbeggolfclub.com Doonbeg Resort is 5 Star luxury on Ireland's West Coast. 32 The Courtyard, is part of the top class residential development at Doonbeg Golf Club, Ireland's new premier 5 star golf and spa hotel resort. Doonbeg Golf Club offers a spectacular Greg Norman designed links course together with an elegant country manor complex. Doonbeg's spectacular Lodge and Member Clubhouse is complemented by a collection of ocean and link-side suites and cottages.
Detached Holiday Cottage, County Clare. This is a spacious, detached holiday property is built to a very high standard and set close to the coast. It makes an ideal base from which to explore the beautiful coastline of Clare and enjoy the Cliffs of Moher, Ailwee Caves or enjoy a boat trip to the Aran Islands. The cottage is two storey and the ground floor consists of a living room with wooden floor and French doors, the kitchen and dining room have tiled floors and are fitted with everything you could need for home-from-home living. There are 2 bedrooms, one with double bed and the other with 2 twin beds, and a family bathroom with a corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet. On the first floor there is a second bathroom with corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet and 4 bedrooms, 2 doubles and 2 twin, the master double bedroom has an en-suite with corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet. The cottage is heated by a woodburner in the living room and there is also oil fired central heating with radiators in every room and underfloor heating on the ground floor. The cottage has been built with great attention to detail and attractively finished. It is fully insulated with PVC double glazed windows and PVC doors and is very private. It is surrounded by a gravelled drive with ample parking and at the rear there is a patio with 6 steps leading to the upper garden area. The nearest pub is only 1.5 km away and the shops and restaurants are close by in the towns of Doolin and Lisdoonvarna. The resorts of Lahinch and Liscannor are 8 km away where traditional Irish music and great food can be enjoyed. There is a lot to do in the area, experience riding in the Burren National Park leading down to long stretches of golden beach, or fishing off the rocks at Doolin Bay and Fanore or freshwater fishing in the many loughs and rivers nearby. For golf lovers the famous Doonbeg Golf Course is only a short drive. This property is situated on 3 acres of land in total, the property is built on one and has another 2 acres of land at the back of the house. There is a water supply which makes this ideal for keeping animals or setting up a pony paddock. This is a fantastic investment opportunity to own a large holiday home in beautiful County Clare!! http://www.arkadia.com/iplx-t2372/
Welcome to Lakeside Cottages, situated on the shores of Lake Inchiquin, near Corofin Co. Clare. If you are looking for a peaceful getaway with a spot of fishing thrown in, look no further. The cottages are beautifully located over looking the river Fergus which enters Lake Inchiquin just 50m from our doorstep. There is a good stock of brown trout and pike in the lake and the river. We have a rowing boat for guest use either for a spot of fishing or a leisurely row on the lake. Guests are welcome to enjoy a stroll along the river bank or up the 'Dunain', a hill on our farm which affords spectacular views of the lake. Our location is also perfect as a touring base for the many attractions of North Clare with the Burren, Cliffs of Moher, Aliwee Caves, Lahinch Beach & Golf Course to name but a few all within easy reach. Key Features Pet Friendly, Waterfront, Lakefront, Riverfront, Near Golf, Lake View Amenities Pet Friendly, Lake View, River View, Child Friendly, Fireplace, Fully Equipped Kitchen, TV, Satellite TV, DVD Player, Microwave, Dishwasher, Pots and Pans, # of Place Settings, Utensils, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Meadow View, Dining Table Seats, Dining Table, Bathtub, Shower, Hair Dryer, Double Bed, Twin Bed, Patio Furniture, Babysitting Available, Boats Available, Parking for Multiple Cars, Car Recommended, Linens Included, Smoking Allowed Property View Lake View, River View, Meadow View Airport Info Shannon Airport - 45 mins. drive Dublin Airport - 3.5 hours drive Payment Policy RATES ARE QUOTED IN EUROS - A DEPOSIT OF 25% OF WEEKLY RATE IS PAYABLE AT TIME OF BOOKING WITH BALANCE DUE 30 DAYS BEFORE HOLIDAY START DATE. Cancellation Policy FOR CANCELLATIONS MORE THAN 90 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL A FEE OF 50 EUROS IS PAYABLE, LESS THAN 90 DAYS AND MORE THAN 31 DAYS THE DEPOSIT IS PAYABLE, FOR CANCELLATIONS LESS THAN 30 DAYS THERE IS NO REFUND. Rules PLEASE LEAVE COTTAGE CLEAN AND TIDY. http://www.arkadia.com/dkon-t10677/
Looking for your once in a lifetime opportunity to jump in on the development in Clare county. This parcel is located right behind the Holiday Inn. Some of the major food chains are already there. Land For Sale bed in Clare Michigan USA find Clare properties
Houseladder Property Ref: 361397. 11 Wilson Road Handsworth Birmingham B19 1LY. . Situated near:. . St. Clares Catholic Nursery School. . Handsworth Park. . One Stop Shopping Centre. . FRONT RECEPTION ROOM 11'6" max x 11'5". Part glazed entrance door, UPVC double glazed angular bay wi. For full contact details please use the link or goto www.houseladder.co.uk
ASTOR HWY 40 FRONTAGE, 6.20 ACRES, ZONED R-6, 6 HOMES OR MOBILE HOMES PER ACRE. FUTURE USE IS COMMERCIAL. REDUCED $200,000! COULD BE REZONED. LOTS OF HWY 40 FRONTAGE 330 FT ON PEARL ST, 735 ON HOLIDAY RD, AND 540 FT ON CLARE.
Detached Holiday Cottage, County Clare. This is a spacious, detached holiday property is built to a very high standard and set close to the coast. It makes an ideal base from which to explore the beautiful coastline of Clare and enjoy the Cliffs of Moher, Ailwee Caves or enjoy a boat trip to the Aran Islands. The cottage is two storey and the ground floor consists of a living room with wooden floor and French doors, the kitchen and dining room have tiled floors and are fitted with everything you could need for home-from-home living. There are 2 bedrooms, one with double bed and the other with 2 twin beds, and a family bathroom with a corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet. On the first floor there is a second bathroom with corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet and 4 bedrooms, 2 doubles and 2 twin, the master double bedroom has an en-suite with corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet. The cottage is heated by a woodburner in the living room and there is also oil fired central heating with radiators in every room and underfloor heating on the ground floor. The cottage has been built with great attention to detail and attractively finished. It is fully insulated with PVC double glazed windows and PVC doors and is very private. It is surrounded by a gravelled drive with ample parking and at the rear there is a patio with 6 steps leading to the upper garden area. The nearest pub is only 1.5 km away and the shops and restaurants are close by in the towns of Doolin and Lisdoonvarna. The resorts of Lahinch and Liscannor are 8 km away where traditional Irish music and great food can be enjoyed. There is a lot to do in the area, experience riding in the Burren National Park leading down to long stretches of golden beach, or fishing off the rocks at Doolin Bay and Fanore or freshwater fishing in the many loughs and rivers nearby. For golf lovers the famous Doonbeg Golf Course is only a short drive. This property is situated on 3 acres of land in total, the property is built on one and has another 2 acres of land at the back of the house. There is a water supply which makes this ideal for keeping animals or setting up a pony paddock. This is a fantastic investment opportunity to own a large holiday home in beautiful County Clare!! http://www.arkadia.com/ltas-t649926/
Detached Holiday Cottage, County Clare. This is a spacious, detached holiday property is built to a very high standard and set close to the coast. It makes an ideal base from which to explore the beautiful coastline of Clare and enjoy the Cliffs of Moher, Ailwee Caves or enjoy a boat trip to the Aran Islands. The cottage is two storey and the ground floor consists of a living room with wooden floor and French doors, the kitchen and dining room have tiled floors and are fitted with everything you could need for home-from-home living. There are 2 bedrooms, one with double bed and the other with 2 twin beds, and a family bathroom with a corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet. On the first floor there is a second bathroom with corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet and 4 bedrooms, 2 doubles and 2 twin, the master double bedroom has an en-suite with corner bath, shower cubicle and toilet. The cottage is heated by a woodburner in the living room and there is also oil fired central heating with radiators in every room and underfloor heating on the ground floor. The cottage has been built with great attention to detail and attractively finished. It is fully insulated with PVC double glazed windows and PVC doors and is very private. It is surrounded by a gravelled drive with ample parking and at the rear there is a patio with 6 steps leading to the upper garden area. The nearest pub is only 1.5 km away and the shops and restaurants are close by in the towns of Doolin and Lisdoonvarna. The resorts of Lahinch and Liscannor are 8 km away where traditional Irish music and great food can be enjoyed. There is a lot to do in the area, experience riding in the Burren National Park leading down to long stretches of golden beach, or fishing off the rocks at Doolin Bay and Fanore or freshwater fishing in the many loughs and rivers nearby. For golf lovers the famous Doonbeg Golf Course is only a short drive. This property is situated on 3 acres of land in total, the property is built on one and has another 2 acres of land at the back of the house. There is a water supply which makes this ideal for keeping animals or setting up a pony paddock. This is a fantastic investment opportunity to own a large holiday home in beautiful County Clare!!
Wagner built, quality home in Hidden Shores on Lake Clare. This 100% brick home has all the features you are looking for including fantastic location and views of Lake Clare. All the tile floors throughout the house are heated. The kitchen has quality Jenn-Air appliances, granite countertops and everything you would expect in a home of Long Beach. There are built-in cabinets in the living room and a fireplace. The master bedroom suite features include a library off the master bedroom overlooking the lake plus a luxury master bath, separate tile shower and jetted tub, double sinks and two large walk-in closets. Home also features, built-in stereo system, alarm system and underground sprinklers. Come and take a look at this house, you will not be disappointed! Brokered And Advertised By: Century 21 Middleton Co. Inc. Listing Agent: Larry Middleton
Enjoy this updated & professionally decorated open floor plan ranch home! Take a staycation in the heated inground pool in the very private, professionally designed backyard retreat. The covered deck makes outdoor entertaining a breeze! NEWER: front door, windows, stainless appliances, granite countertops, HVAC, beautiful travertine & bamboo floors, Jacuzzi tub, & walk in pantry which is easily converted back to main floor laundry if buyer desires. Architectural drawings available to finish LL which has rough in bath. This safe, family friendly subdivision has a neighborhood swim team/pool. Situated on a high, premium lot, convenient to West Co. Mall, Des Peres Lodge, Hwys 270, 40 & 44 & many parks. A pleasure to show! Brokered And Advertised By: Prudential Alliance, REALTORS Listing Agent: Clare Martin
Astor Hwy 40 Frontage, 6.20 Acres, Zoned R-6, 6 Homes Or Mobile Homes Per Acre. Future Use Is Commercial. Reduced $200,000! Could Be Rezoned. Lots Of Hwy 40 Frontage 330 Ft On Pearl St, 735 On Holiday Rd, And 540 Ft On Clare. - Listed by: EXIT Realty Tri-County - June Stienstra
HIDDEN JEWEL ON LAKE CLARE IN LONG BEACH COVE. Stunning Long Beach Custom Home on Lake Clare Peninsula with Panoramic Lake views from every room. Ranch-Style Home is less than 1 mile to Lake Michigan's private beach entrances. Home sets on two lots on water's edge surrounded by professional lush landscaping and panoramic lake views. Scenic wrap-around deck and waterfront patio with enchanting waterfall for a peaceful serene evening or all out entertaining. Outside also enjoy your own private putting green, sand trap, driving net and boat dock. Inside & outside flow together as one with Great Room boasting a handsome fireplace with adjoining expansive kitchen with an abundance of cabinetry. Spacious four bedrooms and two baths with private owner's suite which includes large bath/jacuzzi, seperate shower, and walk-in closet. With many windows owner/builder has taken every advantage of the panoramic views rarely seen on an inland lake. Brokered And Advertised By: Century 21 Middleton Co. Inc. Listing Agent: Larry Middleton
Exceptional 1.5 story home - popular Jones Co. Barclay model in prestine condition! Impressive full brick front elevation w/columns and lush landscaping offer great curb appeal. Gleaming hardwood flooring runs through the entry, into the formal dining and 2-story entry greatroom w/striking wall of windows surrounding the gas fireplace. Cooks delight kitchen features 42 inch dark cherry cabinets, granite counters, large center island, planning desk and stainless appliances. Huge 18x8 main floor laundry. The main floor master retreat has a luxury bathroom w/raised vanities, seperate whirlpool tub and shower. Staircase leads up to 20x16 loft overlooking the greatroom. Completing upstairs are 3 bedrooms, and 2 full baths. The walk-out lower level is ready for fininshing. AAA Rockwood schools, near shopping, highways and St. Clare Hospital. Seller is offering $5000 Deck allowance. Brokered And Advertised By: Coldwell Banker Gundaker Listing Agent: Susan Martin
Exceptional 1.5 story home - popular Jones Co. Barclay model in prestine condition! Impressive full brick front elevation w/columns and lush landscaping offer great curb appeal. Gleaming hardwood flooring runs through the entry, into the formal dining and 2-story entry greatroom w/striking wall of windows surrounding the gas fireplace. Cooks delight kitchen features 42 inch dark cherry cabinets, granite counters, large center island, planning desk and stainless appliances. Huge 18x8 main floor laundry. The main floor master retreat has a luxury bathroom w/raised vanities, seperate whirlpool tub and shower. Staircase leads up to 20x16 loft overlooking the greatroom. Completing upstairs are 3 bedrooms, and 2 full baths. The walk-out lower level is ready for fininshing. AAA Rockwood schools, near shopping, highways and St. Clare Hospital. Seller is offering $5000 Deck allowance.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE HOUSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED UNTIL 28TH SEPTEMBER 2010. I WONDER WHY!! 5 STAR GOLF RESORT IS IDEAL FOR FAMILIES OF ALL AGES AND NOT JUST FOR GOLFERS.. FOR MANY MORE PICTURES, PLEASE CLICK THE LINK TO MY PERSONAL SITE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE ADVERT. This is NOT AN APARTMENT IN A LARGE BLOCK WITH LIFTS AND UNDERGROUND PARKING but a TWO BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM HOUSE in a quiet road of Villas and houses and we have a pergola covered drive in the front garden to park one car. To the rear of the house there's a lawned area beyond the large patio, which has a table and 4 chairs and overlooks a lovely 33m swimming pool with 2 FREE tennis courts and the fairway, just 50 metres away. Upstairs there's a large PRIVATE terrace, with 3 large potted plants a table and 4 chairs, 4 loungers and a BBQ. It looks and is delightful. Both areas have outside lighting, so you have a choice as to where you can relax in the evenings with a bottle or two. The property has been furnished with top quality furniture and there is a flat screen 32" LCD TV and DVD player, a free internal telephone which has INTERNET ACCESS via ETHERNET CABLE(not supplied). The kitchen is fully fitted with Oven and Hob, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Fridge/Freezer etc. The house has FULL CENTRAL HEATING and AIR CONDITIONING in the lounge/dining area. Both bedrooms have powerful ceiling fans. FOR PEACE OF MIND BEFORE BOOKING OR ENQUIRING - PLEASE READ THE FEEDBACK OF SOME THE GUESTS WHO HAVE STAYED AT THE HOUSE SINCE SEPTEMBER 2007:- Hello Barry Thanks for all the info. You were asking were we referred by other Londonderry folk, but, no we weren't. Actually, it was your write up on the website that did it for me - that, and all the great reviews you were given on the site too! On the website you sounded like you really made an effort for your house guests, and so far with us that has been true too. The cheque is in the post. Many thanks, Julie Limavady. Co. Londonderry. N.I. 27th November 2008. ON HER RETURN FROM HOLIDAY, JULIE SENT THIS FEEDBACK ON 5TH JANUARY 2009. Hello Barry Happy New Year to you and your family. Apologies for only writing now, but I haven't had internet access for a while. Thanks very much for the cheque. I wanted to let you know that my brother (Stephen) and I had a lovely holiday at La Torre. Your house is fantastic (like home from home) and we would have liked to have stayed longer! The first few days it was very windy which made it quite cold to play golf but at least it was dry. Of course towards the end of the week, just before we had to leave, the sun came out and we were in t-shirts. We played La Torre twice and Hacienda once. Both were very nice courses, and quiet which meant that we didn't have to rush round. Thanks for the golf form - it saved us a bit of money. We visited Murcia one day and drove to La Manga another, just to see a bit of the area. We also visited the Mar Menor resort, as friends of ours have bought property there. It was very different to La Torre with all the colourful buildings. Stephen would have been happy enough to relax at your house but I got him out and about!! If we're ever going back that way, we'll definitely get in touch to find out if your house is available. I may even organise a girly golf trip!! Many thanks, Julie ............................................................................................................. Hi Barry & Jenny Firstly, a very big thank you to you both for renting your beautiful Townhouse to us. We had a fantastic holiday and the house was just perfect. The situation of the house, opp the communal pool was great and the closeness to the rear access gate was also good as we used this gate frequently. Everything about the house was very positive, the decoration, the availability of everything we needed etc. Would definately use you again. Thanks again Clare & Pete. 5TH AUGUST 2008. CLARE AND PETER HAVE RE-BOOKED FOR JULY 2009 .............................................................................................................. YOU WERE ACCURATE IN EVERY ASPECT OF YOUR PROPERTY DESCRIPTION AND WE HAD A WONDERFUL TIME.THE HOUSE & LOCATION WAS SUPERB & LOOK FORWARD TO RENTING YOUR PROPERTY AGAIN SHORTLY. JOHN. STOKE ON TRENT. JOHN HAS BOOKED AGAIN FOR 25TH OCTOBER 2008 AND ON HIS RETURN JOHN HAS BOOKED AGAIN FOR JANUARY 2009. .............................................................................................................. ALL WAS GREAT BARRY. THE COURSE WAS VERY GOOD SO WE DECIDED TO STAY ON THE LA TORRE COURSE THE WHOLE TIME. THE HOUSE WAS VERY NICE TOO. THANKS AGAIN FOR ACCOMMODATING US ALONG WITH YOUR DIRECTIONS AND A GREAT COURSE, WE HOPE TO BOOK WITH YOU AGAIN NEXT YEAR, PROVIDING OUR WIVES ALLOW IT. LOUIS. SUDBURY. LOUIS HAS RE-BOOKED FOR NOVEMBER 2008. .............................................................................................................. Dear Barry and Jenny, We have just come back from a fantastic holiday! The house was perfect, it had everything we could possibly need and more!!! The location for us with two children was great with the pool so close! We sat on the roof terrace sipping Sangria and could still keep an eye on them playing in the pool!!! Weather was sunny,hot with one day of rain in the two weeks Vanessa was very friendly and helpful. Looking forward to next year! Many thanks. Julie and Trevor. 31/03/2008 JULIE + TREVOR HAVE JUST RE-BOOKED FOR 2 WEEKS IN EARLY APRIL. .............................................................................................................. HI BARRY, WHAT A LOVELY PLACE YOU HAVE. WE WERE VERY IMPRESSED WHEN WE WALKED IN. IT WAS VERY CLEAN AND TIDY.. THE COT WAS PERFECT.THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR GOING TO ALL THAT BOTHER. AN EXCELLENT TIME WAS HAD BY ALL. WEATHER WAS GREAT TOO. HOPEFULLY WELL BE COMING AGAIN SOMETIME. THANKS AGAIN, LAUREN + LINDSEY. GLASGOW. SCOTLAND. LAURENS MUM AND DAD HAVE JUST BOOKED A WEEK IN MARCH .............................................................................................................. FANTASTIC HOUSE, GREAT SET UP, ENJOYED IMMENSELY. LOOK FORWARD TO RENTING AGAIN. JOHN OLEARY FROM WALES. .............................................................................................................. Hello Barry yes we are back safe and sound and thank you the house was great. The only improvement would be on the weather which neither of us could have changed. John was happy in the Irish bar on a night complete with his cigar, they all loved the golf. Thank you again . Regards from Susan, John ,Stephanie and Philip. Hi Barry, We had a great time and your house was excellent! good standard and well equipped. Do you have 2 weeks available in september if not we would like to book the same 2 weeks in 2009 Norma. Fife. Scotland. Barry was a wonderful and polite person to deal with, extremely helpful with every aspect even helping with the best flight deals and car hire. The Town house was beautiful and we booked twice that year as we were both that impressed with the townhouse. The house itself was amazing with all the mod cons you could ask for and all furniture was that of 100% luxury and top quality. We both felt that Barrys house was in the best loaction on the complex as it was right overlooking the largest pool on the resort, also the tennis courts were right outside (barry even has tennis rackets for use) and the golf par is also just outside to the left. The resort is amazing for a lovely peacefull holiday with all beautiful beaches and places of interest just a short drive away. Eveything you can ask for is on this resort and by far Barrys townhouse is beyond superb. Like i say we booked in june last year and also september and will certainly be booking again this year without a doubt. Thanks again Barry for giving us the chance to take advantage of such a lovely place. Andy and Heather. ANDY AND HEATHER HAVE JUST BOOKED 11 DAYS IN EARLY SEPTEMBER. .............................................................................................................. Hi Barry, Thank you for a fantastic break. The house was very impressive and we were very comfortable. We will certainly recommend your service and accommodation to everybody. We will go again soon! All the very best, Reagan. ebayer: reags19 (86stars) 100% Positive Feedback. 22nd February. ................................................ Hi Barry! Thankyou for returning the cheque which arrived this morning. We both throroughly enjoyed our holiday in no small part due to the resort and the house. La Torre itself has been beautifully landscaped and meticulously maintained. Indeed standing in the middle of the golf course by the lake on a sunny evening most of my Spanish family found it hard to believe they were in Murcia - it seemed more like Florida! The house itself is nicely designed and furnished very comfortably in excellent taste. We found it a delight to return to at the end of a long day's touring. I would go so far as to say that it the nicest house we have rented in many years. All in all a very enjoyable experience which lived up to and indeed surpassed the original description. Many Thanks, Philip Moloney. Surrey. 6th May ................................................................ Hi, Barry Our holiday was fantastic, the weather was beautiful, we managed to all fit in your house without too much organising! Your house was lovely and as described, the position being very good for us as we spent most of our time around the pool which the children loved and played tennis a fair bit too! I did move your breakables out of harms way when we arrived and placed them back in position before we left, thought it better to be safe than sorry with little fingers around! We did tell vanessa about the zip on one of the cots being broken which she said she would email you about as this is how we found it, we managed to push it close up to the wall so we didnt need to bother her with getting another one sorted (seeing as you had kindly paid for the extra one yourself) We would love to go and stay again hopefully in september (after the children have gone back so the flights will be cheaper!) so perhaps you could let us have any dates that you have available and we can check flights etc. Thanks again for letting all of us stay in your lovely house. Kind Regards Rebecca 8th May 2009. REBECCA HAS BOOKED AGAIN FOR 10 DAYS IN SEPTEMBER ........................................................ Hi Barry We had such a good time on holiday. We really enjoyed our stay. The weather was fabulous, very hot sometimes reaching 37c The accommodation was excellent, very spacious furnished to a high standard. The house is very well situated within easy reach to Mercia, Cartegena and the beaches. We thoroughly enjoyed spending time on the roof terrace.Everything we needed was on hand, supermarket,restaurants, tennis courts, bike riding. We would thoroughly recommend it to any of our friends and look forward to staying again next year. regards Maureen & Bob 27th May ................................................................. Hi Barry We all had a wonderful holiday, thank you. Your house was fantastic, and I wouldn't hesitate in staying there again. It's likely that a friend and I would be interested in a 3 night break in October (before half term), so we will check your availability, prices etc once we decide on dates. Many thanks. Lynda B Salisbury. 23rd May 2009. .................................................... Dear Barry, Fantastic holiday thankyou. The Resort and your townhouse were perfect. The facilities of the resort were great ie Golf course superb restaurants and swimming pools I think theres around 20 on the resort and the free tennis on your doorstep. The weather was marvellous not a cloud in the sky for 2 weeks and the rooftop terrace was used everyday. You should be very proud of your holiday home and most importantly the resort is finished unlike many of the others where work seems to have stopped due to the reccession. The cost of your townhouse is very very reasonable at £325 a week even for just the 2 of us whereas theres plenty of room for 4 people comfortably making it a very cheap 5 star holiday. Would reccommend El Valle course for a change superb high desert course cost of 30 euros after 3pm same as La Torre and just 15 mins up road .Also must mention the great beaches at La Kanazaries 20 mins away and the very welcoming sea breezes in the heatwave. Could go on and on but you have probably heard it all before .Thanks for your personal service advice and your present for my 60th. Very much appreciated. Will not hesitate in contacting you again for a simply great stay in sunny spain. Regards Vernon & Dianne 17th June 2009. ...................................................... Hi, Barry & Jenny, A really big thank you for all your help,regarding our holiday. Well where do I start? Your house is fabulous.. and lovely and clean,a credit to you both on your decor and fixtures etc....we didn't want to come home!! Its such a lovely complex..and every one so friendly and helpful . And the weather was perfect..not a drop of rain to be seen anywhere? Vanessa and her husband were very helpful and kind. We found plenty to do..both on and off the complex,in and around Murcia..and the sea and beaches at Mar Menor where fabulous. From myself and my family a very big thank you to you both. Brian,Dianne & Brad x ....................................................... Barry and Jenny Thank you for letting us stay in your wonderful home. The house was spotless with all mod cons, so handy with kids but I think the most important aspect of this house is its wonderful position on La Torre. It looks over a lovely pool, which was never crowded. A wonderful 1st floor balcony, gives great privacy for sunbathing and you can keep careful eye on the kids in the pool. La Torre is a very relaxing resport and we look forward to when we can return. Barry is a great owner, full of local knowledge and always there for any queries. Very Best wishes from Margaret, David, Jack and Sinead. Londonderry Northern Ireland. Speak soon Barry, Best Wishes and thanks to Jenny Margaret 14th August. .............................................................................................. Barry, We had an excellent holiday and were most impressed with everything regarding the house, location and complex which was much larger with more going on than we expected. We would love to book again but cant yet as our children are doing GCSE and a levels next year and we dont know the dates for exams etc. As soon as have they key dates we will be in touch to check availability. Improvements None, everything you need for a holiday was there and dont believe you have to do anything. Thank you once again for all your updates and information prior to the holiday, it was very much appreciated and would happily act as a reference for your villa if requested. Max Gray GFA Manager BAE SYSTEMS 2nd September 2009. ....................................................... Hello Barry Just a quick note to say thanks for all the arrangements at La Torre. The golf arrangements in particular worked extremely well, no problems at all, all bookings and pre-payments confirmed and 3 very enjoyable rounds of golf completed. Rita made herself known on day 1 and was very helpful providing the girls with directions to a nearby shopping mall whilst we were golfing and also provided some restaurant recommendations. With average temperatures of 25/26C at mid day and half a day of cloud amidst pure sun there were certainly no complaints about the weather either. What a shame we had to spoil it all by coming home :-))))) Once again, many thanks for your outstanding help Peter 30th October .................................................... Hi Barry, Well, what can I say, we had a wonderful holiday!!! Your townhouse provided everything we needed to sit back, relax and watch the world go by!! The house is beautifully decorated, clean and very comfortable. Your keyholder Rita,and David who provided our airport transfers, were very friendly and helpful. We hired a car for 5 days and thoroughly enjoyed exploring the resorts around Murcia, which proved easy due to clear sign posting. The polaris world supermarket was great and had everything we needed. Having a fabulous pool directly opposite was smashing!!! The weather was very hot and sunny. Thankyou for a great week Barry and you take care. Kind regards Chris and Wendy. xx ............................................................................................................. Hi Barry Just a quick line to firstly say a big thank you from myself and my family for the way you have made our recent holiday easy going from my first contact with you via various emails and telephone calls, we thoroughly enjoyed our two week stay at your home in la Torr, which was exactly as described in your website and which was a big influence for us to decide to book your property, it was nice to be in an area / resort in Spain which is completed, clean and up and running with more than one could ask for. IE Golf, Supermarket, Restaurants and various bars and beaches not too far away, we felt the whole resort gave you a safety feel factor on evenings / day times maybe because we knew and saw the presence of security which was about, the house and pool was 1st class, and I was impressed with how many times the pool was cleaned whilst we stayed, and the regularly checks to make sure only visitors / residents were using them, I will be telling my family and Friends of your property and do hope we will be able to use it again in the future. I hope also that Rita informed you that we left your home in a respectable condition as we first found it on our arrival. Once again many thanks and kind regards Darren 11th August 2010. ..............................................................................................................
ENJOY PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE P0NTE VEDRA GOLF COURSE & CANAL FROM THIS UPDATED HOME! THERE'S A GORGEOUS NEW MASTER BATH, EXPANDED & RENOVATED KITCHEN (2X ORIG. SIZE!), HUGE FLORIDA ROOM & A SUNNY OFFICE OFF THE MASTER BR. NEW ROOF, PLUMBING, PAINTING, CARPET, WOOD FLOORS, WATER SOFTENER W/I PAST 5 YEARS; NEW 6-PANEL INTERIOR DOORS & HARDWARE, GARAGE DOORS, BATHRM UPDATES & SPRINKLERS 2000-2004. Courtesy of Berry & Co Real Estate Click here for no registration real estate information: Details, Pictures & Virtual Tours of Real Estate for Sale.Visit Jacksonville Real Estate Search through 10,000 different homes on the market.Visit Ponte Vedra Real Estate Visit Jacksonville Beach Real Estate Visit Jacksonville Condos Visit Recent Sales & Other Market Data for the home you are interest in Visit See where the Shopping, Grocery Store, Restaurants & Schools are Click here to Search for Northeast Florida Properties for Sale by Map Just click an area and see all the properties for sale! Click here to Search for Northeast Florida Properties for Sale by Subdivision name Just click an area and see all the properties for sale! Click here to Search for Northeast Florida Properties for sale by the School in the area Just click on the school and see all the properties for sale that are in the most recent attendance zone! Listing agent and office: Clare Berry, Berry & Co Real Estate.
This pretty little retirement/holiday home is a south facing Dobrudja style building with four reasonably sizes rooms and a basement. There is a summerhouse to the front of the property offering another two small rooms and a toilet. Both will need some modernisation / renovation to bring them up to UK standards. (See Pics)The property is situated on the edge of the village in a beautiful little valley that has a stream running through it. There are views across the valley and there is only one close neighbour who lives approximately 150 to 200 metres away. VillageThe village is tranquil and is close to the The Syanovo monastery of St. Marina, which is only 2 minutes walk from the house. The village has only about 135 people but has a bar and souvenir shop. It is approximately 6 km to the town of Nova Cherna, where all amenities can be found, only 10km from the Danube river and under 50km from the beautiful border city of Ruse. There is a airport transfer service available to all the major airports in the area. Varna and Golden Sands is only 2 hours by car.LandThe property sits in the middle of 1620 m2 of land with the main recreational areas being the garden to front and a sizable plot to the rear. There are livestock pens to the leading edge of the property that can be utilised if using the property as a smallholding or removed to increase the recreational area. RuseRousse (also transliterated as Ruse or Russe; Bulgarian: ???? ['ru.s?]) is the fifth-largest city in Bulgaria with a population of near 175,600. Rousse is situated in the north-eastern part of the country, on the right bank of the Danube, opposite the Romanian city of Giurgiu, 300 km from the capital Sofia and 200 km from the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast. It is the most significant Bulgarian river port, serving an important part of the international trade of the country. Rousse, is the largest Bulgarian river port on the Danube. Because of that it has always absorbed the culture of Western Europe from visitors here, these include River captains, cruise ship passengers etc. Ruse is known as little Vienna because of its Rococo architecture, the city being almost rebuilt by Austrian architects. The city square is magnificent, very clean, very safe, surrounded by Theatres, opera house, and many many cafe bars, where food and drink are cheap and a pleasure to visit after a long journey. Indeed sitting in these bars watching the children play, the fountains and the sheer tranquillity makes Ruse a wonderful place to be.TransportRuse is a major road and railway hub in Northern Bulgaria. Railway transportation in the city dates back to 1867 when it became a station of first railway line in Bulgaria Ruse - Varna. There are railways to Southern Bulgaria, Sofia, Varna and Bucharest. Ruse has two railway stations for passenger services (Central and Razpredelitelna) and other 2 for freight transport services. There are intercity busses which link Ruse Approximately 15 km southeast of Rousse is the village of Shtraklevo, near which is the former military Rousse Airport (currently closed). Plans exist to redevelop and reopen the airport by 2008–09 for internal, charter, and cargo flights. The runway is long enough for Boeing 747s (Jumbo Jets). Linkshttp://gallery.guide-bulgaria.com/NE/Silistra/Tutrakan/Syanovo/Gallery.aspx?11989=Photo_Village_of_Syanovohttp://www.buying-properties-in-bulgaria.co.uk/http://www.the-english-guest-house.com/aboutus.htm
This pretty little retirement/holiday home is a south facing Dobrudja style building with four reasonably sizes rooms and a basement. There is a summerhouse to the front of the property offering another two small rooms and a toilet. Both will need some modernisation / renovation to bring them up to UK standards. (See Pics)The property is situated on the edge of the village in a beautiful little valley that has a stream running through it. There are views across the valley and there is only one close neighbour who lives approximately 150 to 200 metres away. VillageThe village is tranquil and is close to the The Syanovo monastery of St. Marina, which is only 2 minutes walk from the house. The village has only about 135 people but has a bar and souvenir shop. It is approximately 6 km to the town of Nova Cherna, where all amenities can be found, only 10km from the Danube river and under 50km from the beautiful border city of Ruse. There is a airport transfer service available to all the major airports in the area. Varna and Golden Sands is only 2 hours by car.LandThe property sits in the middle of 1620 m2 of land with the main recreational areas being the garden to front and a sizable plot to the rear. There are livestock pens to the leading edge of the property that can be utilised if using the property as a smallholding or removed to increase the recreational area. RuseRousse (also transliterated as Ruse or Russe; Bulgarian: ???? ['ru.s?]) is the fifth-largest city in Bulgaria with a population of near 175,600. Rousse is situated in the north-eastern part of the country, on the right bank of the Danube, opposite the Romanian city of Giurgiu, 300 km from the capital Sofia and 200 km from the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast. It is the most significant Bulgarian river port, serving an important part of the international trade of the country. Rousse, is the largest Bulgarian river port on the Danube. Because of that it has always absorbed the culture of Western Europe from visitors here, these include River captains, cruise ship passengers etc. Ruse is known as little Vienna because of its Rococo architecture, the city being almost rebuilt by Austrian architects. The city square is magnificent, very clean, very safe, surrounded by Theatres, opera house, and many many cafe bars, where food and drink are cheap and a pleasure to visit after a long journey. Indeed sitting in these bars watching the children play, the fountains and the sheer tranquillity makes Ruse a wonderful place to be.TransportRuse is a major road and railway hub in Northern Bulgaria. Railway transportation in the city dates back to 1867 when it became a station of first railway line in Bulgaria Ruse - Varna. There are railways to Southern Bulgaria, Sofia, Varna and Bucharest. Ruse has two railway stations for passenger services (Central and Razpredelitelna) and other 2 for freight transport services. There are intercity busses which link Ruse Approximately 15 km southeast of Rousse is the village of Shtraklevo, near which is the former military Rousse Airport (currently closed). Plans exist to redevelop and reopen the airport by 2008–09 for internal, charter, and cargo flights. The runway is long enough for Boeing 747s (Jumbo Jets). Links ... stra/Tutrakan/Syanovo/Gallery.aspx?11989=Photo_Village_of_Syanovo ... operties-in-bulgaria.co.uk/ ... /aboutus.htm. http://www.arkadia.com/ltas-t244281/
Over a century old house on a corner plot in the beautiful Riebeek Kasteel in the Swartland. Zoned for business or residential, it can be changed to the best buy in that area. Oregon Pine window and door frames to give the charm of a area gone by. With a loft the same size as the house, this is a must see and renovate to see and get back the old way of life. Features : Interior Features : Fireplace, Ceiling Fan, Carpeted Floors Lot Features : Lawn, Swimming Pool, Trees / Shrubs, Corner Lot, Fenced Yard, Garden Area Exterior Finish : Brick Extra Features : Covered Parking. Background Information : Riebeek Kasteel & Riebeek West (The Riebeek Valley) Introduction : The valley and its twin towns, Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West, lie an hour northeast of Cape Town. The Riebeek Valley has to be one of the most picturesque spots in the Swartland. As Cape Town traffic has faded, you leave the N7 at Malmesbury. The Kasteelberg rises before you like a stone fortress. Drive over Bothmanskloof Pass, and there it is... Lifestyle : The valley became known for its eccentric artists, alternative lifestylers and genial locals. While village gossip and the ravaging summer heat are downsides, the balance of the year is great. It’s so beautiful, there’s very little crime, and the community spirit is excellent. Riebeek Kasteel is the more elegant town, with a Eurocentric square surrounded by shops and restaurants. Yet Riebeek West has its own draw cards – large Victorian houses, and more peace and quiet. The Valley has a collection of restaurants, coffee-shops and bars which struggle to exist, and it still has the commercial disadvantage of being “on a back road”. No real commercial attractions exists and the Valley certainly do not have a population to support the hostelries that began to spring up. For three centuries, the valley was the preserve of Afrikaans farmers. Fifteen years ago, things changed. The majority of the properties sold are not as holiday homes, but to people want to live in the Valley. Buyers are drawn by the scenic beauty, good schools, and the proximity to Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Tygervalley. With the property boom and the olive festival has come a different type of settler. ‘It is no longer only the “artistic types” or retirees, but now includes the mainstream people & even more younger people who have made money and don’t need to be in the city. There are no real opportunities for employment in the Riebeek Valley, so you have to be self-sufficient – work from home, commute, or have a private income. As more companies outsource and employ less, people may as well live in a beautiful place and do business with a computer. Demograpics : 88% of the population speak Afrikaans while only 2.5% speak English. 78% of the population of the Riebeek Valley is coloured, 18% white and 4% black. History : The solitary mountain was ‘discovered’ in 1661 during an expedition into the hinterland led by Corporal Pieter Cruythoff, and named ‘Riebeeck’s Kasteel’ in honour of the governor and his Cape castle. Later, Willem van der Stel offered land in the area to colonists, and the farms Allesverloren and Kloovenberg were established. Among the first farmers were Huguenots, who planted vineyards. Artisans including wagon makers joined the farming community in Riebeek Kasteel, while retired farmers settled in grander houses four kilometres away in Riebeek West. Property Market : The attraction of cheap property is no longer to be found as properties are as expensive as any in the better suburbs of Cape Town, and there is still very little infrastructure. 800m²-900m2 plots sell for R400 000; Entry-level houses start at just under R1-million The majority of properties sell between R1m- to R2m; Top-end properties - over R4m. Popularity peaked in 2004 . Property in Riebeek Kasteel is the most expensive in the Swartland district. Capital growth over the last year increased only 4% while cheaper areas were catching up fast (Malmesbury 11%, Darling 47%, & Porterville with a 37% capital growth). In Riebeek West (15.23%), the average price of property sold has risen from R557 750 to R680 351 over two years. A handful of upmarket developments are taking root in the valley. Average sale prices in the Swartland during the past year: Malmesbury (R623 000), Moorreesburg (R477 000), Riebeek West (R680 000), Riebeek Kasteel (R735 000), Porterville (R467 000), Darling (R618 000), Hopefield (R412 000), Citrusdal (R406 000), Clanwilliam (R530 000) and Piketberg (R427 000). General information : Restuarants : According to the 2007 edition of Eat Out, there are no less than seven entries for the Riebeek Valley amongst South Africa's best 800 restaurants. The Barn, Bishops at the Riebeek Valley Hotel, Café Felix, Café Oppie Square, Cook and Gardener, Kasteelberg Inn and Bistro, Pleasant Pheasant. - The Barn for views +27 22 448 1377 - Café Felix +27 22 448 1179 - Kasteelberg Bistro on Kasteel’s town square +27 22 448 1110 - L’Attitude for pizza +27 22 448 1440 For info on the olive festival and accommodation, visit www.riebeekvalley.info For valley information, see www.riebeekvalleyhandbook.co.za or call Riebeek Valley information at +27 22 448 1584, +27 22 461 2459 or Swartland Tourism +27 22 487 1133 (sources : (1) Property Professional / Catriona Ross (2) Property Scout)
Bordering on export table grape vineyards, this house enjoys a "rural setting" with views over the vineyards towards mountain ranges on the south, east and west. The house is one of the older houses within Riebeeck-Kasteel and is of historical value. It is very much "Cape Victorian" style, with a roof of corrugated iron gabled with clipped eaves at either end and supported by heavy poplar & oregan beamed ceilings and thick walls, making it sturdy and strong. The main entrance of the house boasts original double oregan pine doors leading to an open plan entrance hall/ lounge, with floors of both Italian tiles and woolen carpets. The lounge opens onto the southern patio (with views over the vineyards) via a pair of "happy doors". There are two (2) bedrooms downs stairs. Each of which shares an en suite bathroom. Both bedrooms have poplar & oregan pine beams/ ceilings painted white. Both bedrooms open onto a patio via a pair of "happy doors". The bathroom has an oval bath, a toilet and generous shower, and an empire style wrought iron vanity stand with Bitterfontein granite top and underslung oval basin. A retractable painted spruce staircase gains you access to the loft above (third bedroom). The staircase can be pulled up / retracted by means of an electrical hoist motor. A living area, ensuite bathroom oval bath, shower and basin and a wrought iron vanity stand and floors finished with Italian tiling and dressing room with free standing cupboards, this loft is used as the main bedroom. The cozy open plan living area has lime-washed flooring and ceiling fans over head, this room is undoubtedly stylish. Downstairs you have an open plan kitchen cum dining room. The style of the kitchen is of an English country "small bone kitchen" which features 2 exposed heavy poplar beams overhead with a double volume space to the open plan loft above. The kitchen comes with a stainless steel under counter oven, hob and extractor fan and built in cupboards, followed by a spacious dining area to complete the picture. An outbuilding has been converted into a tandem garage for 2 cars, which could be easily converted it into garaging for 4 cars or into a self contained cottage or entertainment room. At present there is an old forge which could be turned into a braai / fireplace. The front garden is in the French classical style with iceberg roses and hedges of thyme and myrtle completed by a bow fronted water feature and gravel paths. The remaining garden comprises an assortment of mature fruit and nut trees (almonds, pecans, macadamias, olives, prunes, pears, guavas, figs, naartjies, ruby grapefruit, mulberries, quinces, crimson seedless, saltanas & walton cross grapes) and also a large vegetable patch. The entire property is under a computerised irrigation system and also a borehole with a pump. The property is enclosed with fencing, hedged with olive and dog roses and fully secured by a burglar alarm with PIR beams both inside & outside house, linked to ADT. Other Features : Entrance Hall Lounge Kitchen Dining Room Land Extent : 1991.00 M2 Background Information - Riebeek Kasteel & Riebeek West (The Riebeek Valley) Introduction : The valley and its twin towns, Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West, lie an hour northeast of Cape Town. The Riebeek Valley has to be one of the most picturesque spots in the Swartland. As Cape Town traffic has faded, you leave the N7 at Malmesbury. The Kasteelberg rises before you like a stone fortress. Drive over Bothmanskloof Pass, and there it is... Lifestyle : The valley became known for its eccentric artists, alternative lifestylers and genial locals. While village gossip and the ravaging summer heat are downsides, the balance of the year is great. It’s so beautiful, there’s very little crime, and the community spirit is excellent. Riebeek Kasteel is the more elegant town, with a Eurocentric square surrounded by shops and restaurants. Yet Riebeek West has its own draw cards – large Victorian houses, and more peace and quiet. The Valley has a collection of restaurants, coffee-shops and bars which struggle to exist, and it still has the commercial disadvantage of being “on a back road”. No real commercial attractions exists and the Valley certainly do not have a population to support the hostelries that began to spring up. For three centuries, the valley was the preserve of Afrikaans farmers. Fifteen years ago, things changed. The majority of the properties sold are not as holiday homes, but to people want to live in the Valley. Buyers are drawn by the scenic beauty, good schools, and the proximity to Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Tygervalley. With the property boom and the olive festival has come a different type of settler. ‘It is no longer only the “artistic types” or retirees, but now includes the mainstream people & even more younger people who have made money and don’t need to be in the city. There are no real opportunities for employment in the Riebeek Valley, so you have to be self-sufficient – work from home, commute, or have a private income. As more companies outsource and employ less, people may as well live in a beautiful place and do business with a computer.’ Demographics : 88% of the population speak Afrikaans while only 2.5% speak English. 78% of the population of the Riebeek Valley is coloured, 18% white and 4% black. History : The solitary mountain was ‘discovered’ in 1661 during an expedition into the hinterland led by Corporal Pieter Cruythoff, and named ‘Riebeeck’s Kasteel’ in honour of the governor and his Cape castle. Later, Willem van der Stel offered land in the area to colonists, and the farms Allesverloren and Kloovenberg were established. Among the first farmers were Huguenots, who planted vineyards. Artisans including wagon makers joined the farming community in Riebeek Kasteel, while retired farmers settled in grander houses four kilometres away in Riebeek West. Property Market : The attraction of cheap property is no longer to be found as properties are as expensive as any in the better suburbs of Cape Town, and there is still very little infrastructure. 800m²-900m2 plots sell for R400 000; Entry-level houses start at just under R1-million The majority of properties sell between R1m- to R2m; Top-end properties - over R4m. Popularity peaked in 2004. Property in Riebeek Kasteel is the most expensive in the Swartland area. Capital growth over the last year increased only 4% while cheaper areas were catching up fast (Malmesbury 11%, Darling 47%, & Porterville with a 37% capital growth). A handful of upmarket developments are taking root in the valley. Average sale prices in the Swartland during 2006/7: Malmesbury (R623 000), Moorreesburg (R477 000), Riebeek West (R680 000), Riebeek Kasteel (R735 000), Porterville (R467 000), Darling (R618 000), Hopefield (R412 000), Citrusdal (R406 000), Clanwilliam (R530 000) and Piketberg (R427 000). General information : Restaurants : According to the 2007 edition of Eat Out, there are no less than seven entries for the Riebeek Valley amongst South Africa's best 800 restaurants. The Barn, Bishops at the Riebeek Valley Hotel, Café Felix, Café Oppie Square, Cook and Gardener, Kasteelberg Inn and Bistro, Pleasant Pheasant. - The Barn for views +27 22 448 1377 - Café Felix +27 22 448 1179 - Kasteelberg Bistro on Kasteel’s town square +27 22 448 1110 - L’Attitude for pizza +27 22 448 1440 For info on the olive festival and accommodation, visit www.riebeekvalley.info For valley information, see www.riebeekvalleyhandbook.co.za or call Riebeek Valley information at +27 22 448 1584, +27 22 461 2459 or Swartland Tourism +27 22 487 1133 (Sources : (1) Property Magazine / Catriona Ross (2) Property Scout (3) Riebeeck Valley Reporter – Chris Wright (4) Property24 )
**** IMPORTANT NOTE: Our asking price includes a fully running thriving holiday and retreat business: web site, client database, goodwill, all contents of holiday business e.g. flat screen TVs, dishwashers, sofas, linen, etc. etc. as well as all real estate. If you are not interested in this aspect of the sale and you would just like to purchase just the real estate please let us know and we can discuss further. ****As well as the owner's beautiful 300 year old 4-bedroom house, Yavanna is currently running workshops, retreats and courses, as well as providing a very good rental income in the two 3-bedroom guest houses. The set up at Yavanna provides a very nice income and lifestyle.Converted from an ancient barn, there is also a large fully equipped ceramics studio, which also converts into a workspace for retreats, seminars and workshops.Fully renovated by English owners, Yavanna offers a blend of contemporary features in a traditional Minho farmhouse setting.There is a peaceful garden with secret corners, an ancient working well and quiet areas. Grapevines, lemon, olive and orange trees provide the perfect shade on a hot day. Yavanna overlooks rural farmland, small hamlets with the Minho hills in the background. The property covers about 6000 sq meters (1.5 acres). To see the layout of the property see http://www.yavannaportugal.com/Plan_Holidays.htm. We are surrounded by beautiful mountains, rivers and beaches. Perfect for those who want to simply get away from it all, lie back in the sun and enjoy an idyllic lifestyle.You can fly to Porto in only 2 hours from Heathrow, Gatwick, Bristol, Birmingham, Stansted or Liverpool, as well as from other European airports. You can reach Yavanna in just an hour.See our website (www.yavannaportugal.com) for full details of how Yavanna is run as a business, as well as plenty of photos.**** Please note that we are selling Yavanna prematurely, because one of the owners has developed a chronic back problem. ****We are:*********Eunice Locher and Mark Sewell. Eunice is a Potter who also runs the “Yavanna” holiday retreat, and Mark is a part-time IT DirectorWe own: **********An 8 bedroom holiday retreat that we renovated between 2006 and 2008. Yavanna is made up of three adjacent 300-year-old granite farmhouses, as well as a large barn which is converted into a stunning ceramics studio, which also acts as a venue for the retreats we run. Most of the year Yavanna is rented out for family holidays - the guest houses were booked for 33 weeks last year. We also ran a fully subscribed retreat, a cycling week and a pottery/ceramics holiday.Yavanna is set in the Costa Verde, or Minho region, only 5 miles from the Spanish border province of Galicia. Arriving in the Minho region is like stepping back in time. Small houses and farms are dotted around the lush green rural landscape, surrounded by fields often too small for a tractor to work. Our neighbours work the fields with hand tools. Connecting these fields are granite tracks which often have “Vinho Verde” grapevines growing overhead. Yavanna’s valley, Fontoura, lies on the Pilgrim's way, the Camino de Santiago de Compostela.At the same time, over the past 15 years, much EC money has being invested in The Minho, with new motorways having recently been built and a new TGV high speed rail link planned. The journey from Porto which used to take 8 hours now takes just over an hour. Thankfully, the charm of the region has been retained.One of the farmhouses acts as our home, and the other two are used by guests. There are 10 bedrooms and 8 bath/shower rooms in total, and also a 12*6m salt water pool which we added.Some of Europe’s best surf beaches are within a half hour drive as well as beautiful mountain ranges. We chose:************The Costa Verde because of its authenticity and old-fashionedness. We wanted to live amongst natural beauty with beaches and mountains nearby. We wanted a complete career change and were fed up with the rat race. We wanted to feel part of a community, with friendly neighbours and very low crime. - We found what we wanted, and more. - We have our own well with crystal clear water. - We feel more sunshine. - We have a business we run from our home, meeting interesting people from all over the world who tell us they leave feeling 10 times better than when they arrive. - We run a business that is virtually stress-free, yet gives a comfortable lifestyle.- We live in an area where a beer or a coffee costs less than a Euro. - We are less than 2 hours flying time from the UK. - We live somewhere where people say good morning to each other with a big smile. - We experience real Portugal, yet live only 10 minutes from the Spanish border and enjoy that amazingly contrasting culture too. We rent: *********Yavanna to family groups of between 5 and 15, for between £650 and £1,600 per week, depending on the group size and time of year. For our all-inclusive activity retreats we take up to 11 people, and charge between £220 and £530, depending on the length of the course and the room chosen.We have our own website (www.YavannaPortugal.com) and also advertise on www.ownersdirect.co.uk/portugal/P3200.htm. Also please see www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/reviews/p68846 to read independent reviews. We pay: *********Around €200 (£175) per month for gardening and cleaning. Electricity, water, sewerage, insurance, telephone and council tax cost €350 (£310) per month. Laundry costs €50 (£40) per month and advertising €500 (£440) per annum. For our retreats, we employ two chefs and also incur costs for leaders, food, alcohol and motoring costs for transfer and excursions.Key Points:*************- Thriving business- Fantastic reputation- 3 granite farmhouses- 10 bedrooms- 8 bath/shower rooms- Contemporary renovation- 12*6m pool, 1.5 acres- Large artist's studio- Cheap standard of living- The real traditional Portugal- Only 10 minutes from Spain- Under 2 hours flight from London- Near Europe’s best surf beaches- Near beautiful mountain ranges- Ill health reluctantly forcing sale
Up the traditional wooden staircase, there are 2 shower rooms with WCs (1 is en suite). There are fitted wardrobes; each bedroom has its own balcony. There is a covered patio. you can sit and watch the beautiful sun-sets. The ski chalet is ideal for either families or groups of friends and is just across a small road from the restaurant and bar. Projects nearing completion include a spa, children's play area and a Kindergarten. This is an area of outstanding natural beauty.Larger groups can be accommodated by renting the chalet next door as well. Bulgaria is the cheapest holiday destination in Europe. Pamporovo is in the heart of the Rhodope mountains about 250km form Sofia and 85km from Plovdiv.It is the southernmost ski resort in Europe, with an average winter sunshine of 120 days - but the snow isreliable. (consider how unreliable the snow cover was in many European resorts 2006/7).Resort altitude is 1650M and temperatures average a pleasant -3C. Ski season is mid December to early April.Average snowfall 1.5M The peak is Snejanka (Snow White) at 1926M.There is virtually no risk of avalanche.In the summer there is horse riding,mountain biking and walking/hiking. Quad Biking. There is also fishing, canoeing, hunting and bird watching. Places of interest:-rock formations (eg the Miraculous Bridges , near the village of Kosovo; the "elephant" near Devin and "the maiden" resembling a standing woman on the outskirts of Shiroka Luca) .The Yagodinska Cave/Yagodina and the Buinovo Gorge. The Trigad Gorge - the most impressive natural sight in Bulgaria where you will also find The Devil's Throat Cave. Chudnite Mostove rock formation in pine forest. Smilian and Arda are spectular mountain valleys and the Uhlovitsa Cave. Rockclimbing; river activities; roman ruins; caves;fortresses; monasteries; churches and chapels - four churches are considered artistic cultural monuments of national historic significance.Pamporovo is the southern most ski resort in Europe and the sunniest mountain resort in Bulgaria. Summer temperatures range from May 10C -20C with similar temperatures at the start of October.This is the time forhunting wild boar - excursions can be arranged. The autumn leaves are spectacular (New England Fall but in Europe).July and August can reach an average high of 28c and low rainfall July through September (about 30mm during each of these months, August being driest).Car Hire during summer is recommended to take advantage of exploring the beautiful mountain area.A small family car would be adequate around £170 per week. The drive from the airport (Sofia) to Forest Nook takes about 3 hours and the scenery is lovely.Witness the rural splendor. Visit the "emerald eyes" of the Rhodope mountain area - the Smolyan Lakes.The deepest and most beautiful of the seven lakes is Muddy Lake (not muddy!). Devin Spa is famous and you could treat yourself! The Yagodina Cave is the longest cave in Bulgaria and is several storeys high in parts. You can take a tour which highlights the remarkable stalactites and stalagmites, which in places resemble curtains. Neolithic settlers lived in the caves in the 6th millennium BC. There is a spectacular underground waterfall 42m fall in the Devil''s Throat cave - so called because objects allowed to flow in do not flow out. The Trigradska River flows through the fantastic Devil's Throat Cave . Stretching 7,000 meters the water forms eighteen waterfalls and exits onto a canyon. It leads to the Trigad Gorge, a breathtaking natural phenomenon. Its incomparable karst formation is the most impressive natural sight in Bulgaria.Ancient Plovdiv is contemporary to Troy and there are Roman ruins and Roman roads. There is a Roman amphitheatre still in use today. The lovely old town has been restored to its mid 19th century appearance. Plovdiv is definitely worth a visit. Modern Plovdiv is Bulgaria's second city.Zlatograd is an outdoor museum of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries - the Enlightenment period in Bulgaria.Pamporovo is probably one of the three best places in the world to learn to ski. It is particularly suitable for beginners and children. It is also one of the three cheapest places in the world for skiing. It boasts an excellent ski school - possibly the best for beginners, and instructors speak good English. Ski hire and ski tuition are cheap when compared to anywhere else. A lift pass is about £100 and ski/board tuition is around £100 for 4 hours over 6 days. This compares favourably to anywhere (some European resorts charge £250for a lift pass during peak season).For tuition and equipment hire we would recommendfor skiing - Interski Pamporovo (Anglo Bulgarian; several languages spoken) interskipamporovo@yahoo.comfor snowboarding - The Snowshack - run by British enthusiasts/experts thesnowshack@yahoo.co.ukBoth are based near the Hotel Marcony near ski centre 2, MalvinasThere is a connection between the two schools so families and groups can arrange to ski and boardwithout much separation. Both schools are one of the best reasons to come to Pamporovo.Lessons (from beginner to advanced) are great value.The nearest ski slopes are at the middle staion of Studenets, where you can find the Steve school.There is also the Black Horse restaurant.Bulgaria is the cheapest holiday destination in Europe.Pamporovo offers excellent value for money - a three course meal out with wine is less than £10 per person. Going for a coffee on the slopes will not set you back much. Shuttle buses run from the complex to the slopes/centre of Pamporovo. Ski equipment and snowboard equipment are available for rent. For the more advanced skiers Forest Nook provides a ski wardrobe room for your own ski equipment.There is a choice of intermediate runs, and for the advanced skier the "wall" black mogul run and some interesting long reds. There is also an international slalom course to time yourself on.Forest Nook has an Activities Centre. e.g on offer in winter Off road ATV, Off road safari, mountain winter hikes (with guide) and snowshoeing. In summer Via Ferrata, canoeing,caves, off road ATV, off road safari,excursions, mountain hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, Quad bikingBudget skiing in winter. Activity holiday in summer. Our mountain guide, Dicho, would be happy to arrangevirtually any activity. He is also a qualified ski instructor and will give lessons at very reasonable rates.Pamporovo has apres ski with value prices. Of note are:BJs bar in the lobby of Hotel Perelik Dak's Bar on the ground floor of Hotel Snejanka Night Flight in Hotel Rojen. A new disco, the largest in Pamporovo. Very good party Spider Night Club The White Hart Pub in the centre of Pamporovo. Traditional pub good for party, good for food from pub grub, bangers and mash to T bone steaks. Vegetarian pizza ande pasta dishes.For those wanting to see more of Bulgaria, why not consider a two centre summer holiday with a week at Forest Nook and a week on the Black Sea coast. Most car rental firms will allow a pick up and drop off at different airports.We are not far from the Greek Aegean coast.There is a new road being through the mountains to Xanthi (via Zlatograd) which will reduce the journey time to just over 90 minutes. You can still reach Chalkidiki in under 4 hours. You could rent a place there for a few days, but at present you would have to return the hire car to a location in Bulgaria.Check your hire firm will accept use of the car across the border (some will). If you try www.bulgariacarrent.com they will arrange for you to pick up a car in Thessaloniki, although you will have to drop off the car/finish your holiday in Bulgaria.
Unique Opportunity to Buy Large Building Comprising 3 Ski Apartments in Excellent Pyrenean Ski Resort The building comprises of three large apartments that are clearly shown in the following plans. The apartments have been solely used for rental purposes since the buidling was built in the 1980s and offer a solid basis as a business whether it be as individual apartments or as a hotel or bed and breakfast. The interiors are in need of modernisation and have essentialy been left as a blank canvas for the future investors. The ski resort of Mont D’Olmes is thought to be one of the most attractive resorts in the area with good annual snow fall due to the north facing slopes. It is also the closest resort to Toulouse, which guarantees healthy numbers on the slopes and in the apartments throughout all peak times. The French government has recently invested millions of euros in the resort from road improvements to a new chairlift lift system which was installed in 2007; all of which guarantees the resort will become increasingly popular. The house is around 250 meters from the main lifts and is one of the closest in the resort to the piste. The local area also offers a diversity which lends itself to year round rentals unlike most ski resorts, particuarly those found in the Alps. The local area – the Occitan – is steeped in Cathar history with Chateau Montsegur on the drive up to the resort. Combine this with the rich viticulturural heritage of Corbieres, Minervois and Fitou nearby and cities like Carcassonne, Toulouse, Lourdes and Perpignan and you can quickly see why it is an excellent base to explore Southern France, the Pyrenees, Northern Spain and Andorra at any time of year. There is fishing in season, trekking, mountaineering, ski de fond, horse riding, mountain biking and many more sporting and cultural passtimes to be found in the local area. The resort has now developed a summer business as well thanks in part to the new chairlift, with restaurants and the alimentation open through the key months, mountain bike and arapao rental available and a massive 230km of prepared single track rides throughout the Pays d’Olmes area. Mont D’Olmes is also only a stone’s throw from other major Pyrenean resorts such as Ax les Thermes and less than one hour from Andorra for excellent skiing and shopping. The possibilities really are endless! Layout of the Property: Ground Floor – 1 apartment on 1 floor with dormitory style accommodation, bathroom (with shower), separate lavatory, kitchen, extra bedroom and sitting room/dinig room 1st Floor – 2 maisonette style apartments on 2 floors with 3 bedrooms each (3rd bedroom requires utilising the garage which is useless in winter), kitchen, sitting room/dining room, bathroom (with shower) and separate lavatory 2nd Floor - 2 maisonette style apartments on 2 floors with 3 bedrooms each, kitchen, sitting room/dining room, bathroom (with shower) and separate lavatory. The roofspace is sound as is the roof with room for storage or possible conversion. The chalet as a business Since 2006 we have been running one of the apartments as a rental property which is currently advertised online with Abritel, MediaVacances, 123SkiChalets and HolidayRentals. The chalet has its own website at http://www.mont-dolmes.com and is already booked for rentals during December 2009 and February 2010. Land – The land is front of the house is owned jointly with the chalet some distance away. There is no planning permision for further properties around the house, so the view will remain unspoilt. There is the chance however that the land could be bought and developed for a reasonable price. Current Rental Prices per Apartment: High season €1000 per week in Christmas and New Year €500 per week in February, March, Easter & August Mid season €400 per week in January, June, July, September & December Low season €300 per week in April, May, October & November N.B. - 100 Euro a week is charged for electricity in the colder months Refurbishment Costs: Please contact us for our Excel spreadsheet with a basic overview of what costs are involved to refurbish and furnish the apartments to a good standard for rental. We can also reccomend skilled builders who know the apartments to carry out any work, with both French and English speaking staff. Mortgages: We can also help reccomend local banks and someone to translate if required. It is quicker and easier to arrange your mortgage in France than through UK brokers or the UK arm of a French bank. The property currently has a mortgage with Banque Populaire in the local town of Lavelanet, and we are sure that they would be keen to retain the business if a mortgage is required. Taxes and Costs: Habitation and Fonciere tax combined with TV licence come to around 2,000.00 Euro per year. There are no water rates due to using ‘source’ water from the mountain as far as we are aware. Electricity costs around 300 Euros a quarter, but the house is well suited to installing solar power and reducing this cost. The cooker hobs runs of a butane gas bottles (common in France) and costs around 60 Euros a year each. Wood can be purchased from local retailers for the open fires in the upper two apartments. These costs are based on the property being used all year. A telephone can be installed and it is possible to utilise a dial up connection for the internet with unlimited monthly access costing 20 Euros. Broadband access is in the valley and this may now also be available in the resort. Activities nearby Walking, Cycling, Skiing, Water sports, Fishing, Golf, Horse riding, Tennis Local amenities: Mont D'olmes – Mont D’Olmes is a real treasure of a Ski resort, still relatively unknown to the masses, there is great skiing, snow boarding or sledging. The adult ski passes are extremely cheap compared to the Alps at 242 euros for the whole season (2009/2010). There are 23 pistes with 11 ski lifts and more planned. Bars, restaurants, ski hire shops are plentiful and the resort caters for all levels as well as catering for young families. The season runs from Dec 1st - March 31st. There is excellent walking up to the top of the resort with breathtaking views of the many mountain peaks in the next valleys - the home of deer, brown bear and wild boar. In Montferrier, the closest village (9 miles downhill), there is a Patisserie/Boulangerie and Salon de The, a tabac / grocers, post office, Chez Patillos Restaurant, tourist information office and a museum. There is also a beautiful 11th century church. In summer, there is fresh trout fishing and the possibility of swimming in the mountain sourced river! Nearest Town & Attractions: Lavelanet - 10 mins drive away- 2 supermarkets, 2 estate agents, several boulangeries, café, bars, bistros and restaurants, a cinema, tourist information and plenty of shops. There is also a local weekly market and many fetes throughout the year. Lac Montbel - 15 mins away – beautiful blue lakes with windsurfing, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and pedaloes. Man made sandy beaches, with bar and restaurant. Chateaux Montsegur – A stunning chateau about 5 minutes drive away. Steeped in history, this was the last point of resistance by the Cathars against the invading crusaders, after a long siege, hundreds were burnt to death for refusing to denounce their faith. Mirepoix - 20 mins - This charming medieval city with a stunning cathedral is structured around the market square by timber framed houses that have perched upon large timber supports for hundreds of years. There are many attractive bars and restaurants and many antique shops to browse in. Market day is on Monday, where you can buy locally grown produce and handmade arts and crafts. For those looking to invest in a property there are several estate agents. Foix - 20 mins - This history rich town is dominated by the famous "Chateau de Foix" which looms over a maze of cobbled streets packed with interesting little restaurants, cafes and shops. The busy market is twice a week. There is an excellent golf course nearby and for the more adventurous there is a facility for hang gliding. Transport Links from the UK: Air – The closest airport is Carcassonne served by Ryanair from London Stansted with 2 flights a day. This airport is 1 hour and 5 minutes from the house by car. Toulouse airport is served by Easyjet and British Airways from London Gatwick with plenty of flights each day. This airport is about 1 hour and 30 minutes from the house. Car – The journey from the London area to the house is around 800 miles using any port in Northern France. You can however sail from Portsmouth and Plymouth to Santander or Bilbao on a 2 hour crossing, which gives a shorter drive to the house of around 250 miles. Train – To utilise the fast TGV routes to Toulouse or Perpignan you need to hub through Paris and this can take some time. Price: Offers in the region of 172,000 Euros as the property includes beds and soft furnishings, cookers and kitchen ware. Website: www.mont-dolmes.com (sold with the house) Contact Details: Jonathan Mearns Tel – 0044 (0) 7977 043 336 Email – jmearns@greenrock.co.uk
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