Villa & Vida - Issue 1 by Mark McCafferty

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Issue 01 | winter 2011/12 | â&#x201A;Ź 4.50

real estate & luxury living

Life at the top - Penthouse Living Son Vida - The Idyllic Lifestyle

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Country home for agrotourism Son Lorenzo, Ref. 1183 Price on request

Apartments 1 Frontline Cala Figuera, Ref. 1202 Price on request

Charming Country home Santanyi, Ref. 1115 1.490.000 €

Chalet with patio and garden Cala Llombards, Ref. 1181 398.000 €

if you are interested in selling your property please feel free to contact us

Building • Construction management • Renovation • Valuation • maintenance Service • Holiday Rentals

Unique selection of real estate in all price ranges islandwide

Nice bulding plot 100.000 m2 Andratx, Ref. 1160 8.500.000 €

Beautiful rural new villa 22.000 m2 Es Llombards, Ref. 1005 1.100.000 €

Neues Anwesen mit Weitblick S´Alqueria Blanca Ref 1059 € 1.950.000

Jerome Ledin Inmobiliaria, S.L. - Calle Centro No. 8 - ES 07650 Santanyi, Mallorca Officina +34 971 653 557 - Fax +34 971 163 416 - Movil +34 65 1100 182 info@jl-immobilien.de - www.jl-immobilien.de

Chalet with pool and view Cala Llombards, Ref. 1176 390.000 €

Chalet with pool Cala Llombards, Ref. 1174 690.000 €

Jerome Ledin Inmobiliaria, S.L. - Calle Centro No. 8 - ES 07650 Santanyi, Mallorca Officina +34 971 653 557 - Fax +34 971 163 416 - Movil +34 65 1100 182 info@jl-immobilien.de - www.jl-immobilien.de

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Real Estate and Luxury Living PUBLiSHinG diRECToR Mark McCafferty mark@villayvida.com EdiToRiaL editorial@villayvida.com GRoUP EdiToR James Bellevue james@villayvida.com

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EdiToR Sarah Hughes sarah@villayvida.com

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a Time for cauTious oPTimism as we went to press with this launch issue of villa & vida, European leaders were immersed in a marathon, and not particularly cordial, summit meeting to adopt a new “fiscal compact”, restore market confidence and ease the debt crisis. The world’s markets remained wary, unsure how to respond to so many potential imponderables: proposed tighter fiscal union and control within the EU; Britain’s “splendid isolation” from the other 26 EU countries; the necessity of parliamentary or referendum approval in some countries; the ongoing debate about austerity versus growth; the likelihood of a “two-speed Europe”; simmering discontent with “Mercozy” hegemony, et al. To some observers it might seem like a spectacularly inopportune time to launch a new magazine but, as Europe fiddled, the Spanish property market was showing some tentative signs of re-igniting – in a positive sense. official figures and survey results throughout 2011 have not suggested a resurgent real estate industry is about to rise from the ashes but there is cause for cautious optimism. The higher end of the market has remained relatively buoyant on both Mallorca and the Costa del Sol, sales to northern Europeans, led by Swedes and Russians, are experiencing significant gains, and it is more than wishful thinking to assume that falling prices in most markets and sectors have bottomed out. it was with that growing – albeit guarded – sense of optimism that we decided, well before the

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European leaders were meeting in Brussels in december, to bring out a sister magazine to Home Couture. While the latter (launched in 2010 and now published in an independent format on the reverse side of this publication) is focused on the style and flair of interior decoration and latest home design trends, villa & vida is oriented more towards the business, administrative and general sales facets of property. our objective is for villa & vida to become established as the definitive and most authoritative real estate guide for the discerning and affluent English-speaking readership in Spain, an exclusive showcase to promote the vibrant and innovative professionalism of our clients and associates, a magazine catering to readers who expect the best in life and advertisers who have the experience and specialist knowledge to provide them with the best portfolios, services and advice. The launch of villa & vida, in conjunction with Home Couture, also coincides with a streamlined distribution: new outlets will include up-market car dealers, private airlines and airport lounges, on-board mega yachts and the main marinas, select sports and clubs members’ clubs, and private banks. We hope you enjoy this first issue and, as always, welcome your feedback and suggestions – drop us a line at editorial@homecouturemagazine.com.

aRT & PRodUCTion Stefan arens (cobra5 design) stefan@villayvida.com advERTiSinG Ursula Peer ursula@villayvida.com Tel. 622 179 017 david Edwards david@villayvida.com Tel. 665 689 907 deborah Walker deb@villayvida.com Tel. 699 569 934 dion Woollaston dion@villayvida.com Tel. 650 747 399 aCCoUnTS ManaGER & oFFiCE adMiniSTRaTion anita Bailey anita@mallorcalifeandstyle.com ConTRiBUToRS & PHoToGRaPHERS Gabriela Munoz, Clarisse Musselwhite, Rachel newcombe, Justin Pardon, Mari Cunningham, valentin MartinezGamero CovER PHoTo & dETaiLS

IN THE KNOW 08 Market report… and property trends Buying a property on Mallorca Planning permission Money transfer

11 Face of real estate:

Global view with a local focus

20 Agent speaks: insight from villa Son vida Ref 10063 Price € 10.500.000 Tel. (+34) 971 57 99 57 www.mjcassociates.net DEPÓSITO LEGAL Ma 2123-2010 ConTaCT

one of Calvia’s leading experts

AREA FOCUS 12 Son Vida: Idyllic luxury in a garden paradise

14 Property focus: elegant harmony in Son Vida

aM Media SLU Calle Solo 43 Pueblo Español Palma 07014, Mallorca Tel. 971 450 432

22 La Zagaleta: Simply the best for

The views and opinions expressed by contributors to Home Couture may not represent the views and opinions of the publishers. aM Media slu takes no responsibility for claims made in advertisements or advertorials in this magazine. no part of Home Couture may be reproduced or copied in any way without the prior written consent of aM Media slu.

30 Property focus: Breathtaking

exclusive living Property focus: Mediterranean luxury in Santa Ponça haven on Randa Hill

VANTAGE POINT

AREA DIRECTORY

34 The pleasures of a penthouse

48 Property searching in an

36 Dream lifestyle in an exclusive

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A LOOK OVERSEAS 38 The best of skiing in France and Switzerland

LIVING AT SEA 42 Azimut 88: Spacious home away from home

46 Porto Montenegro: Gateway to the Adriatic

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MaRKET REPoRT

ProPerTy Trends airport handled a record 160,000 passengers in one single day this past summer, confirming its status as one of the busiest airports in Europe (16th in 2010, with more than 21.1 million passengers) and third in Spain behind Madrid’s Barajas and El Prat in Barcelona.

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the figures vary from region to region. The Balearics islands, for example, are suffering less than other areas on the mainland. While overall values were down 5.2 per cent according to latest official House Price index figures published by the government, and a prime coastal province such as Huelva fell 8.2 per cent, the figure for the Balearics was 4.5 per cent. industry sources say one of the reasons why the Balearics has weathered the storm better than other areas, including the Costa del Sol, is because it has a wider community of different nationalities.

fliGhT Plans a trend for “all-inclusive” hotel holidays might be flourishing on Mallorca but foreign visitors

marbella Glamour after a difficult period when the headlines were mostly negative, Marbella is bouncing back with a series of measures aimed at putting the glamour back into one of Europe’s most popular luxury resort areas. one project that has given the city’s image a major boost is the proposed €400 investment by Qatar Sheikh abdulla Ben nassar (owner of Málaga’s first division La Liga football club) in a new marina in the former fishing port of La Bajadilla, on the eastern side of the city. Set to rival Puerto Banús on the other side of the city, Port al Thani will comprise 500 berths, a 200-metre quayside for cruise liners, a waterfront five-star hotel, and restaurants, bars and boutiques.

Latest figures from the Bank of Spain show a significant increase in the number of foreign buyers of Spanish properties over the past year. For the first time since 2008, investment in Spanish real estate by northern Europeans exceeded €1,000 million in the third quarter of 2011, according to the bank. The total for that quarter was €1.314 million – added to €2.445 million for the first six months of the year. With reduced sales among Britons and irish, the increase has been attributed to other nationalities: Sweden (double the number of home purchases in Spain over the past year), norway (up 160 per cent), Belgium (32 per cent), France (25 per cent), Russia (20 per cent), Germany (13 per cent) and Holland (10 per cent). The less positive news is that domestic buyer numbers continue to fall.

resilienT balearics The drop in residential prices throughout Spain has continued apace in 2011 but

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Russian buyers are continuing to provide a welcome boost to Marbella’s residential property market. agents catering for the high-end market report a two-fold increase in the number of Russians seeking homes in the area – attracted by the climate, glamour, security, and wide and varied choice of up-market properties. as with other northern European nationalities, they are also attracted by the number of direct flights from Moscow and the main European cities.

Green havens Golf remains a powerful lure for people seeking a home in the sun. The international spotlight was on both the Costa del Sol and Mallorca in 2011, with three European Tour events held on the Coast (open de andalucía at the Parador, volvo World Match Play Championship at Finca Cortesín and andalucía Masters at valderrama) and the iberdrola open at Pula. With Tv images of sun-blessed courses in pristine condition beamed around Europe, golfing home-buyers are continuing to opt for Spain’s Mediterranean areas in positive numbers – not only attracted by the “green” and tranquil setting of a golf course property but also the potential high returns for rentals.

PoPular desTinaTion The home market might have flattened out among British buyers but Spain remains a favourite destination for potential expatriates. according to a survey by Skyscanner, 90 per cent of Britons would consider moving abroad over the next five years “for a better and wealthier life”. australia topped the list, favoured by 15 per cent of the respondents, while Spain was second with 14 per cent, followed by three other English-speaking countries: the US (13 per cent), Canada (eight per cent) and new Zealand (seven per cent). next on the list, in order, were France, italy, Cyprus, Portugal and Thailand. are travelling to the island in record numbers, suggesting there is still strong demand in the buy-to-let and holiday home market. Palma

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Buying a PrOPerty On MallOrCa

SoLiCiToR MaRi CUnninGHaM PRovidES a STEP-BY-STEP GUidE… Once you have selected your prop-

erty you should speak to your solicitor before making payment of any deposit. Just as in the UK, the solicitor will check through the title deeds and order a note from the local property register to ensure there are no charges over the properties. at that time a contract will be drawn up, normally an “option contract”. in terms of this contract a deposit sum will be paid, often 10 per cent of the purchase price, and a time will be agreed for the date of entry. The terms of the contract will provide that, in the event of the buyer failing to complete before the agreed date of entry, he will lose his deposit. in the event of the seller failing to complete, he will return the deposit and

pay the same amount as an agreed sum of compensation. although this agreement normally provides for a maximum limit for entry of two months from the date of the contract it is possible to settle earlier, provided both parties are in agreement. Your solicitor will check that the description in the title deed coincides with the description in the “catastral” register (an ordinance survey style register) and will check the planning guidelines at the local town hall to ensure there are no plans for the area which could mar your enjoyment of your new property or negatively affect its value. once your solicitor is satisfied that the property is suitable for purchase he will arrange

liCenCes, PerMits & Planning Technical architect and project manager valentin martínez Gamero explains what official documents are needed for building work…

Reforms are a great way to make a home your own but any building work carried out is subject to receiving the necessary planning permission. although each local town hall’s rules and procedures vary, in general it is necessary to accompany the planning permission application with the following documents:-

for maJor works:

Time scales and termination or renewal of licenses: Generally, for major works the council will reply to you within two months and for minor works within one month, although it is sometimes possible to receive immediate permission for very minor works. The licenses are automatically terminated when: • The building work is not started within six months • Property register reports have not been presented

• Plans and outline planning permission application prepared by a qualified architect or surveyor • Certiﬁcate from the Property Register • Health and safety report • Architect or surveyor’s report • Touristic license where necessary

• The building works have not been ﬁnished in the allotted time

for minor works:

When the building works are completed the owner should notify the town hall and request the final inspection and license to occupy the property.

• Planning permission application • Scale drawing • Localisation map • Building estimate signed by the builder Sometimes it is also necessary to present a health and safety report. The planning permission application is made to the mayor of the local town hall. once granted the owner should notify the town hall of the professionals, architect, surveyor and builder appointed by him before collecting the planning permission.

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Before the license expires it is possible to request renewal of the starting or finishing deadlines. Final architect’s certificate and occupation license:

valentin martinez Gamero arquitecto técnico & Project Manager C/ Miguel de los Santos oliver, 2, 1ºa 07181 Palmanova valentinprojectmanager@gmail.com Tel. 691 30 30 31

an appointment with the local notary to sign the title deeds. The full purchase price plus taxes and expenses will be paid at this time, normally by banker’s draft. once the title deed is signed you will be given the keys and you can start to enjoy your new property, while your solicitor takes care of the payment of purchase taxes and registration of your title deed in the Property Register. mari cunningham: CE Consulting C/ Miguel de los Santos oliver, 2, 1ºa Palma nova info@maricunningham.com Tel. 971 591 118 / 696 035 931

MOney transFer Buying a property abroad is often the realisation of a personal dream and probably represents one of the greatest expenses of your life. as part of the purchase process, British buyers will inevitably need to transfer a sterling sum into another currency in order to pay for the property. This vital element of the purchase process – one that is often overlooked – can make a huge difference to the price, in sterling, that you will have to pay for your dream home.

cy you need. Specialist currency dealers will normally offer you a better rate of exchange than your bank and provide a more personalised service.

Exchange rates change constantly and 10 per cent fluctuations in a relatively short space of time are not uncommon. This could effectively increase, by 10 per cent or more, the sterling amount that you will have to pay.

Your currency can be delivered any time within two years at an exchange rate fixed at the time of purchase. This is called “forward buying” and it will help you secure an exchange rate at an advantageous level even if you do not have all your sterling available to transfer at the time of purchase. Forward

There are various organisations that can convert your sterling into whichever curren-

if you ask your bank to send the money you should expect them to charge you for doing so. The local bank may also make a substantial charge for receiving the money. a reputable currency trader may well be able to reduce those overseas charges substantially by sending the money via a cheaper route.

buying removes the risk of adverse currency movements that could lead to the sterling value of your overseas property increasing between the time of signing and the contract and the actual payment.

moneycorp account Manager for Mallorca: Clarisse Musselwhite Tel. (+34) 687 932 472 Headquarters alicante: Tel. (+34) 902 887 243 www.moneycorp.com

face of: licence ParTner Gabriela muÑoZ (EnGEL & vÖLKERS PaLMa SURRoUndinGS) company background: Be global, think local… this is the slogan of a company with more than 400 real estate outlets throughout the world, 19 of which are on Mallorca. Engel & völkers has become the number one real estate agency on Mallorca in terms of number of offices. However, two key success factors are the large number of referrals from our clients and the outstanding personal service from our highly experienced team. Typical Property: Son vida is actually an extension of Palma city and, undoubtedly, the most exclusive residential area of Palma and indeed of all Mallorca. The area is made up of elegant villas, of which approximately 75 per cent tend to be of classic Mediterranean architectural style, but in recent years there has been a boom in modern houses with contemporary minimal lines, though always integrated with the natural elements. overview 2011: The year has been a very good one for Engel & völkers on Mallorca and also for Son vida. The uncertainty of the financial markets convinced many customers to invest their capital in safe and stable markets such as Mallorca. This year sales have increased compared to 2009 and 2010 due the rationalisation of selling prices. There is more demand and even better products available. Trends for 2012: investors place their money in property in all major European cities, and Mallorca and its most exclusive areas are always attrac-

tive to the international market. Son vida stands out with its urban style combined with the luxury and cultural and social life offered in Palma city. Tips for sellers: Each customer visit creates a unique selling opportunity. The property should be ready and perfect when the client arrives: lights must be on, blinds and curtains open, and fresh flowers, fruits and slight scents placed around the home. decoration and tidiness, both indoors and outdoors, are crucial. above all, the outdoor area should not be neglected, as Mallorca is a popular destination thanks to its sunny climate and landscape. Gardens, swimming pools, sun loungers and parasols can beautify the property. The house must be presentable but, at the same time, show its homely cosiness. owners should analyse the selling price and ask the leading realtor in the area for a realistic valuation. This is an essential procedure before marketing the property. Tips for buyers: it is a very good moment to buy because of the diversity and quality of products in the market, and the flexibility of negotiations. Mallorca has proved to be a stable market supported by many different economies, and is therefore unquestionably an attractive investment. Guaranteeing a resale depends on choosing correctly… and to achieve this it is very important to obtain competent professional advice.

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Information provided by

Son vida

Idyllic Luxury in a Garden Paradise A haven of discreet exclusivity and deluxe amenities, Son Vida is the place where celebrities, royalty, global entrepreneurs and international sports stars choose to live or holiday on Mallorca.

Son Vida

TOP 10 REASONS TO LIVE IN SON VIDA What was once a select rural residential area has today been converted into the “place to be”. For those people who love the city, sea and mountains… Son Vida provides it all on your doorstep.

Exclusive… with over 300 villas that are hidden away in the green and natural surroundings, most of them with plots of 2,000 square metres. Only two luxury apartment buildings have been developed on the grounds, which historically began as a riding club

Vía de Cintura, convenient to all the main nautical ports and ideally located close to all the main national and international schools and colleges. Also well served by regular city bus routes, which is important and practical for live- in or external domestic staff.

Tranquil… although Son Vida is surrounded by nature there is still a city atmosphere close by, with wonderful views across Palma.

Elegant… the newly built entrance to this exclusive enclave is in keeping with the high overall standard of Son Vida and the beautiful homes within.

Practical… close to Palma centre and the airport, with new access direct from the

Information Approximately 60% of all residents are foreigners 40% Spanish 30% German, Swiss and Austrian 25% British and Scottish 5% other nationalities including Arab, Dutch, Russian and Scandinavian

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Residents… eminently discreet for many public figures, celebrities, respected business people, economists, sports stars and royal family members from all over the world. Secure… private security guards at the entrance of Son Vida and regular corresponding security cars patrol Son Vida 24 hours a day.

Social… two five-star luxury hotels, Arabella Sheraton and the Castillo Son Vida, offer both guests and residents an excellent infrastructure with plenty of social, sport and cultural events.

Variety… due to its expansive area, Son Vida offers landscapes to satisfy all tastes, from overlooking golf courses and mountains to impressive views of the sea, Palma and Bellver Castle.

Unique… interesting and ambitious development projects currently underway in Son Vida include Chameleon House, scheduled to be finished by spring 2012. This property has some amazing features, is priced at €29 million and is probably the only one of its kind to be built on Mallorca.

The innovative Casa Son Vida

Prices start at €1.5 million and rise to €29 million for villas, are between €400,000 and €8 million for plots, and range from €650,000 to €1.9 million for penthouses and apartments.

he estate is all about ultra-luxury lifestyle, with three top golf courses, two five-star hotels, opulent homes and exquisite restaurants, making it a prime investment opportunity. Even in these difficult times, buying a golf villa is a sound option: it can be rented out all-year-round – few destinations in the world can rival Mallorca’s climate and the golf fees remain competitive – or used as a holiday refuge away from the madding crowd.

The average selling price for properties sold in the last five years is around €2.1 million for villas without and €3.4 million for villas with sea views, but the price is ultimately determined by the size of the property, the grounds, views and architecture, and it’s overall desirability. In spite of its limited extension, in Son Vida approximately 20 properties are sold on average annually. In recent years, Engel & Völkers has sold some of the most important designer residences in record time at prices of €7.5 and €4.5 million. Engel & Völkers is the market leading estate agency in Son Vida.

Located just five minutes from Palma city, Son Vida is an authentic “garden” of more than five million square metres, of which at least half is a protected area. On most days in this paradise of peace, residents and visitors will only hear the chirping of birds and the trickle of fountains as they stroll along its paths.

Sports… a paradise for golfers, with three 18-hole courses that form part of the Son Vida area.

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It is an idyllic setting, where homes have been built within large plots in order to preserve the quality of their natural surroundings. Founded in 1957, the estate has become the main point of reference for those seeking a quality style of life, the prestige of existing properties and superb amenities. The resort is home to luxury five-star hotels Arabella and Castillo Hotel Son Vida, which dates to the 13th century, and three golf courses, Son Vida, Son Muntaner and Son Quint. Son Vida brings together an incomparable area of leisure, peace and tranquillity for families, with full-time security. Residents and guests can enjoy a round of golf, then relax at one of the clubhouses, dining in their renowned restaurants, play tennis or simply walk through the lush forest area.

Overlooking the bay of Palma, surrounded by forests, Son Vida offers plots that are ideal for building a dream home. They offer panoramic views to the sea and mountains, in an area where a serene state of mind reigns, a place where the most exclusive villas on the island blend with the green of the verdant trees and the azure of the Mediterranean sea.

Suite Life for the Famous Castillo Hotel San Vida celebrated its 50th anniversary in June 2011 with a gala dinner that brought back memories of the establishment’s glamorous history. Opened as a hotel in 1961 with a blessing ceremony attended by Carmen, wife of Spanish dictator Francisco Franco, the hotel’s guests over the years have included Brigitte Bardot, Michael Caine, Montgomery Clift, Truman Capote,

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Son Vida Golf

Son Muntaner Golf

Son Vida Golf

Son Muntaner Golf

Golfing Heaven at Son Vida The Son Vida estate is home to three championship golf courses offering superb facilities, stunning views and impeccable maintenance – Son Vida, Son Muntaner and Son Quint – as well as the nine-hole, par-three Son Quint Executive Course and Arabella Golf Academy Mallorca.

Maria Callas, Aristotle Onassis, Claudia Schiffer, Pedro Almodóvar and Sting, royal guests Prince Rainiero and Princess Grace Kelly and Morocco’s Hassan II, and world leaders Bruno Kreisky, Yasir Arafat and Muammar Gaddafi.

acquired the medieval castle that now houses the hotel. The aristocratic Desmás and Truyols families bought the castle and kept its distinctive name, marking the beginning of “a proud heritage of elite service, elaborate feasts and profound relaxation”.

Just days before the anniversary dinner, Jennifer Lopez enjoyed a dish of spaghetti bolognese while staying at the hotel during her stay on the island to appear on the German TV show Wetten, dass.

Fernando Truyols and Despuig undertook extensive and extravagant renovations near the turn of the 20th century, as a gift to his wife, Magdalena Villalonga. The result was a villa with the look of a castle, complete with a tower.

Steeped in History

Fifty-seven years later, the Truyols family sold the private Son Vida estate to Steve Kusak, the founder of Urbanización Son Vida, and on 23 June 1961 the castle opened its doors as a luxury hotel. The island’s first golf course, Golf Son Vida, was inaugurated four

Castillo Hotel Son Vida’s noble history dates to the 13th century, when King Jaume I declared the hills behind Palma city fertile ground. It wasn’t until the 16th century, however, that the building was baptised, after Mateu Vida

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years later. In 1995, the hotel was purchased by the Schörghuber Group, renamed Castillo Hotel Son Vida and designated as one of the “Leading Hotels of the World”. A decade later, the hotel closed its doors and undertook a renovation and rebuilding, which was completed the following February. In March 2007, the hotel became a member of Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ Luxury Collection. Today, Castillo Hotel Son retains its sophisticated air of elegance and luxury, drawing influential guests from all over the world. The hotel amenities feature lush grounds, tennis courts and four swimming pools, including a children’s pool and indoor pool, the premier Arabella Spa and top dining establishments. SonVida.es StarwoodHotels.com/mallorca

Golfers can take advantage of a well-appointed warm-up area with a pleasant view over the 18th green and Sheraton Mallorca Arabella Golf Hotel, directly next to the clubhouse.

Son Vida It might have happened over two decades ago but many people will still remember with great fondness – and a tinge of sadness after his tragic death – Severiano Ballesteros’s victory in the 1990 Mallorca Open de Baleares at Son Vida. On that occasion the legendary Spaniard beat Sweden’s Magnus Persson on the first play-off hole, for the second of his European Tour titles on Mallorca (also 1988 and 1992 at Santa Ponça). The event returned to Son Vida in 1994, when Englishman Barry Lane triumphed. Inaugurated in 1964, Son Vida features treelined fairways with breathtaking views of

the spectacular surroundings and the bay of Palma.

Son Muntaner Epitomising the affluent Mediterranean ambience that prevails in the Son Vida residential development, Son Muntaner is maintained in immaculate condition: the fairways are exceptional, each divot is repaired and there is a clear divide between fairway and semi-rough. Even in the rough itself the ball sits up on top of the spongy Bermuda grass, as if it has been placed on a pedestal, ready for recovery. The best aspect of Son Muntaner (inaugurated in 2000) is that there is not one single best aspect. It is both modern and refined – a combination of GPS-installed golf carts and thousand-year-old olive trees. There is water, sand, hills, trees, a beautiful clubhouse and modern facilities. All of these immaculately maintained facets have been harmoniously married together to produce a quintessentially excellent golf course; there really is something for everyone at Son Muntaner.

Son Quint

trees – attributes that golfers playing at one of Son Vida courses tend to associate with the Arabella brand. Son Quint certainly has a winning formula in place for its greens: they are not only very slick but they also hold – the perfect balance for any green. This fantastic conditioning does not just end with the greens: the fairways are in phenomenal condition. The grass is fertile and springy, ensuring each ball landing on the fairway is rewarded with a great lie for the approach. Justifiably considered one of the island’s top courses, Son Quint has also opened a ninehole par-three Executive Course – the only public pitch and putt layout on Mallorca.

Arabella Golf Academy The Arabella Golf Academy Mallorca offers a wide and varied range of state-of-the-art golf lessons with skilled and experienced teachers and a 40-bay driving range. Amenities and services include video analysis, club fitting, physiotherapists, food specialists and mental coaches. English, German and Spanishspeaking teachers offer courses for players of all levels.

Always in fantastic condition, Son Quint is renowned for its well-watered fairways, beautiful vista points and traditional gnarled olive

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The Chameleon House

Contemporary villa with views of the Bay

Son Vida

The Chameleon House charms thanks to the fascinating interplay of extraordinary light effects and state-of-the-art features. More than half of the facade is made of ﬁne crystal glass. It consists of three buildings of 2,500 m2 in an extensive plot of approx. 6,200 m2. The main residence, the spa building and the guest house offer in total 10 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. Price: € 29,000,000 ID-No.: W-00AB30

This south facing modern, light-flooded and privately located villa was built in 2006. In a flat plot of approx. 3,500 m2 the constructed area totals almost 750 m2 on two floors plus cellar, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and a separate staff apartment offers the perfect spot with views across the extensive garden to the mountains, Palma and the sea beyond. Price: € 5,950,000 ID-No.: W-00BEIO

Exclusive villa with views of the Bay of Palma

Elegant villa amid beautiful landscaped gardens

Son Vida

The views to the Bay of Palma, the golf courses, the cathedral and Bellver Castle are granted from the excellent location of the approx. 2.000 m plot of this outstanding villa. All rooms on the ground ﬂoor open up directly onto extensive partly covered terraces, the large swimming pool and summer kitchen. In its approx. 525 m2 constructed area it features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Price: € 3,600,000 ID-No.: W-00BP67 2

Engel & Völkers Palma Surroundings Camino de Son Rapinya, 42A-B, 07013 Palma de Mallorca Telephone 971 60 91 41, www.engelvoelkers.com/mallorca

Brand new and built with high quality materials, this neat and cleanly designed villa is set on a south facing flat plot of approx. 2.000 m2 with a constructed area of approx. 600 m² on two floors plus cellar, offering 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, swimming pool, air conditioning, underfloor heating, double glazing, Iroko wooden carpentry, domotic system and diversity of terraces. Price: € 2,900,000 ID-No.: W-00ADIQ

Engel & Völkers Palma Surroundings Camino de Son Rapinya, 42A-B, 07013 Palma de Mallorca Telephone 971 60 91 41, www.engelvoelkers.com/mallorca

property showcase

Son vida:

Elegant Harmony Son Vida’s reputation is built not only on quality and elegance but also on its eclectic, harmonious style and the variety of residences. Exquisitely Mediterranean, this villa is located on a large plot with a south-east orientation, surrounded by greenery and serenity and offering views over to Palma and the Bay.

Sunlight, comfort and quality merged in tradition.

A stylish home with views to the Mediterranean.

An oasis of fragrant citrus and flowers scents the property.

he house was constructed in 2000 when its owners, a German business couple with international contacts, bought the plot from Engel & Völkers, who recommended the renowned architect Juan Benet to create the house of their dreams.

Excellent views, absolute privacy and access to the garden complete the pool terrace area.

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The main porch annexes the TV room, formal sitting room and dining room to the outdoor area.

The property features classic and traditional architecture and has been wonderfully adapted to comfortable living offering a warm, charming and practical environment which is at the same time spacious comprising 140 square meters featuring two master parallel suites with respective bathrooms and dressing rooms, that are joined by an elegant sliding door and enjoying a private, sunny

terrace with views of the sea. The interior design is elegant, combining a successful mix of neutral colours with rich textured fabrics to create a relaxing environment suitable for all tastes. Marble, fine carpentry and plenty of natural light harmoniously bring together the two residential floors and lower floor, with its own sauna and bodega. The result is well-planned distribution throughout, providing access to the terraces and patios from every separate area of the lower floor and joining the interior and exterior areas in a natural way – while losing neither overall comfort nor intimacy.

The terraces extend to a charming swimming pool area surrounded by gardens. The total constructed area is 650 square metres (including five bedrooms and six bathrooms), on a 4,000 square metre plot. The property also has a double garage.

More Information: Engel & Völkers Palma Surroundings Camino de Son Rapinya, 42A-B Palma de Mallorca Tel. (+34) 971 609 141 info@engelvoelkers.com engelvoelkers.com/mallorca

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agent speaks

CALVIÀ village:

Incredible Country Finca A rare opportunity to buy a stunning country finca close to the highly sought after area of Calvià village.

Justin Pardon GC Property’s Justin Pardon gives Villa & Vida his insight into latest real estate trends, and offers advice on why consulting an independent area specialist is the way to go… When did you set up the company? Why Mallorca? My business partner and brother-in-law Dino Gillibrand set up GC Property back in 2007. Despite a city background of bond trading in London, I had grown up on the island and always had plans to return. Dino has always lived here and had been buying, selling and developing property in the Calvià area over the previous 15 years. This made the transition very easy. From a property marketing point of view what is the most attractive feature of Calvià-Capdella? The Calvià-Capdella area is the premier rural location in Mallorca. Its proximity to Palma, Portals, Puerto Andratx and the international schools is unrivalled. You can live in the “real Spain” of fincas and local villages, and yet have benefit of a short five-minute drive to the coast.

whilst marketing the property. And to a buyer? Be patient. In the Calvià area it can take time to find the “right” property for you. But when it does, and an agreement on price is reached, move quickly as there will probably be someone else around the corner with the same idea! What main different aspect do you offer by specialising in a particular area? First and foremost I have a love and passion for the area. Additionally, I have an intimate knowledge of Calvià-Capdella-Son Font property that other brokers covering much larger areas don’t have. For example, I have the most properties for sale in the area, the best knowledge of those properties, the best knowledge of recent sales and specialist knowledge of the area’s property laws. This is especially important for rustic land.

What main piece of advice would you give to a seller?

Do you believe 2011 has ended in a more positive way than it began, as far as the property market is concerned?

Be realistic with your expectations. Having a competitively priced property will create a better buzz and generate more interest

In my opinion 2011 has seen prices drift across the board between five and 10 per cent. The good news is that at the upper end

You enter via the double height entrance, which leads through to the main living area. This consists of a large lounge, open-plan American kitchen, dining room with fireplace, children’s area and guest toilet. All lead out onto the main terrace with amazing views of the countryside, grounds and pool. Also on the ground floor are three double bedrooms, all en suite and with their own

patios. The entire upstairs is dedicated to the mammoth 143 square metre master bedroom. The room itself is open and light with two fabulous terraces. There is a large bathroom with views from the jacuzzi and a fullyfitted walk-in wardrobe.

marble. There are wood-beamed ceilings throughout as well as central heating and airconditioning. Outside there is an infinity pool area, extensive gardens, fantastic views, numerous fruit trees and authentic stonework throughout, including all the driveways.

Also within the main house is a large basement and a double garage. The floors of the house are a mixture of the very best oak and

There is a one-bedroom casita with kitchen and lounge on the land for staff, and an area for the gardeners.

of the market there has been liquidity. Buyers at that level remain as price sensitive as everyone else in the market, but at least they have been buying. What main trends do you expect in the Mallorcan property market in 2012? With any luck, the interest at the higher end will spread to other areas of the market, whilst contagion from the Peninsula’s property market remains subdued. Working in our favour is that, despite the doom and gloom, we are still short of quality property. This will under-pin good properties in quality areas, and that definitely applies for Calvià. On a personal level… When did you move to Mallorca and what brought you here? My family moved to Mallorca from the UK in 1980. My parents are Australian and needed more sun than the UK could provide. I feel very lucky to have grown up here. What is your favourite place on Mallorca – and why? That’s easy… my finca in Calvià. Nothing beats home!

More Information: GC Property C/Julia Bujosa Sans Batle 6, Calvià Tel. (+34) 971 670 300 info@gc-property.com gc-property.com

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AREA FOCUS

La Zagaleta

simply the best Just mentioning the name “Marbella” evokes an image of luxury living, boutique glamour and International celebrity. “La Zagaleta” takes exclusivity to an even more sumptuous and illustrious level: the urbanisation is universally recognised as one of the most select in Europe.

n immaculately maintained gated residential estate situated on the main road to Ronda, 400 metres above sea level in Benahavís municipality (bordering Marbella), La Zagaleta offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean coastline, Gibraltar and northern Africa – with a stunning backdrop of the Serranía de Ronda mountains. The relatively secluded estate is an oasis of tranquillity throughout the day and night, extending over 900 hectares (2,200 acres) of wooded valleys, plunging hillsides and überluxurious homes, though still less than 10 kilometres away from the cosmopolitan town of San Pedro de Alcántara (in Marbella municipality). Residents consider a high level of security to be absolute importance, and to that end La

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Zagaleta is protected with strict vehicle and pedestrian controls and regular security patrols throughout the estate. Home-owners and their guests are also able to enjoy an exceptional range of private facilities, including two private 18-hole golf courses with two driving ranges, and a 465 square metre (5,000 square feet) clubhouse with restaurant and bar, swimming pool, billiard room, bowling alley, multi-purpose room with discotheque for private events, tennis and paddle courts, changing rooms, sauna and swimming pool. A private equestrian club enables members to ride Spanish and Arab horses, with ponies for children, and the estate is ideal for other open-air pursuits such as cycling and hiking. Access to the estate is via the Ronda Road, conveniently reached from the San Pedro

junction off the main coastal road. Puerto Banús is just a 15-minute drive and Gibraltar and Málaga airports are 40 minutes away by car. There is also a private heliport on the estate for members only.

Award-Winning Property Portfolio La Zagaleta S.L.U. is the real estate development company, founder, owner and builder of the estate. Incorporated in 1991, the company’s product range includes building plots, resale homes and, more recently, ready-tomove-in, newly-built villas that are often sold within one year of completion. All properties and plots are set in a peaceful, natural area, integrated harmoniously into the countryside. Each plot has a substantial no-build zone between neighbours, sepa-

rated by 10 metres of green zone that allows the local wildlife to roam freely, protects the natural environment and provides enhanced privacy. This highly ambitious project has been developed with an ongoing commitment to the objective of “only the best is good enough” – based on exclusivity and distinction. Properties are genuinely built to the highest standards and accompanied by incomparable facilities. For example, from a planning aspect, the effort to reduce the total number of permitted homes from several thousand to only 420 has gained international recognition. There is also a red-carpet service company on site, La Zagaleta Service Management, catering for residents’ needs including private transport to the airport, home-delivery laundry service, daily maintenance of gardens and pools, babysitting, catering, chauffeur

and secretarial services, and insurance company and banking facilities. Since the mid-1990s, La Zagaleta has been honoured with several awards: Safe Home Award in 2002; CNBC European Property Awards for Best Golf Development and Best Development in Spain; and Overseas Living Luxury Award, also for Best Development in Spain. Various top-level celebrations were held during La Zagaleta’s 20th anniversary year. In May, UBS and La Zagaleta organized an economic forum in Zurich with the theme “Brands as Value Drivers in the World Economy”, where the featured speakers included then-UBS CEO Oswald Grübel (also a resident at La Zagaleta) and Wolfgang Mayrhuber, former chairman and CEO of Lufthansa. La Zagaleta also participated as the principal sponsors for Marbella Luxury Weekend in

June; and organized one of the main events held for The Global Party, bringing together 100 exclusive guests for a gala dinner with live performances in one of the estate’s luxury villas, with collaborators including Cartier, Mumm and Rolls Royce. “Unique” is a word frequently misused but, with its combination of temperate climate, proximity to the beach and the city delights of Marbella and a wonderfully serene natural setting, La Zagaleta goes as close as any residential development to the description. It is, quite simply, one of a kind.

Contact Maika or Natascha at the La Zagaleta sales office: Tel. (+34) 952 855 450 sales@lazagaleta.com | LaZagaleta.com

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Santa Ponsa

€ 1.950.000 Ref.9523

Nova Santa Ponsa

€ 1.550.000 Ref.9920

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Dreamlike luxury villa in Nova Santa Ponsa on a flat 1100 sqm plot, with a constructed area of 360 sqm including a large covered terrace. High reception hall, a generous living room with a fireplace, a dining room, and a spacious separate kitchen with storage room, 4 double bedrooms, 4 en-suite bathrooms and guest toilet. The lounge and the kitchen with the access to the garden and the private pool with summer kitchen and BBQ. An impressive staircase leads to the first floor level onto another large terrace with partly sea views views over the landscape, a large master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a walk-in wardrobe and the other 3 bedrooms. Following features: air-conditioning, underfloor heating, marble floors and a double garage with direct access to the villa.

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Luxury dream villa with sea view and absolute modern furniture in Santa Ponsa on 1.000 m² plot with large private pool, apprx.180 m² terraces, a beautiful garden, BBQ corner and a garage. The 280 m² large living area offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living- / dining room with fireplace, marble floors, american kitchen, storage room, sauna and central heating. Furthermore it will be sold fully furnished and is located very close to the city centre, shopping area, bars, restaurants and beaches.

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Mediterranean Luxury This outstanding villa is located on the top of the hill in front of Santa PonĂ§a bay, a highly sought after area in a friendly neighbourhood, facing the sea and surrounded by numerous pine trees.

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property showcase

Let us introduce you to your new dream home.

onstructed in 2007 on a 1,080 square metre plot of land, this remarkable villa with natural stone cladding offers spectacular sea views. Situated on a slope, it benefits from the utmost privacy from both passers-by and neighbours. Its compact yet still tastefully designed and easily maintained landscaped garden, as well as several open and covered terraces allow you to enjoy pleasant Mediterranean weather almost 365 days a year. The living space of this elegant and comfortable villa extends over 340 square metres, all built with high-quality materials and sophisticated fittings by an experienced construction company. Distributed on two levels, its first floor includes a large living room with glazed doublesided fireplace and access to the porch next

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to the swimming pool, one bedroom with en suite bathroom and built-in wardrobe, one guest toilet and entrance to the stylish natural stone-walled patio. The upper floor is connected to the other levels by an internal staircase. There is another living room with American kitchen with granite worktop and modern home appliances, and two bedrooms, each with en suite bedrooms and built-in closets. This floor features lovely sea view terraces with sunbeds and other on the rear side, planned for a garden of your own tastes. The imposing villa also benefits from a roof terrace: a beautiful place for chilling-out in the evenings. The property is equipped with marble floors, heated by solar (or, alternately, oil) energy, air-conditioning (hot/cold), extensive storage rooms, a barbecue area and

an Infinity swimming pool with a heating and counter-current system. The garage with a room for two cars, is opening by remote control and the whole villa has an alarm security system installed. As a part of Santa Ponça, the property is located just a short distance from the promenade, a sandy beach, supermarkets, restaurants and bars. The Yacht Club Nautico de Santa Ponça is just around the corner on the same street, and the three golf courses of Santa Ponça are within a few minutes drive. Ref: MPH-0119 Price: 2.500.000 €. More Information: Mallorca Prime Homes S.L. Tel. (+34) 971 692 121 info@mallorcaprimehomes.com mallorcaprimehomes.com

You are very welcome to my new office in Santa Ponsa. Ich freue mich Sie in meinem neuen Büro in Santa Ponsa begrüßen zu dürfen. Son bienvenidos a mi nueva oficina en Santa Ponsa.

Marina Khitarova Avda. Rey Jaime I, 116, local 3 . 07180 Santa Ponsa . Fon (+34) 971 69 21 21 . Mob (+34) 678 436 222 . info@mallorcaprimehomes.com

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ProPerTy showcase

Randa HiLL

breaThTakinG haven Set in the middle of a nature reserve, on Randa Hill, this stunning chalet offers magnificent views over Mallorca â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to the Tramuntana mountains.

Entry to the main house is through a natural stone entrance, and past a cantilevered spiral staircase into a spacious and bright 145 square metre living area. a modern kitchen on the left is in perfect harmony with the landscape, while the five bed-

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rooms all have en suite bathrooms. only the very best quality materials have been used throughout the house. The main house and guest-house are both surrounded by palm-fringed trees, leading to an inviting pool and terrace area, which is ac-

cessible with direct exits from various parts of this exceptional home. The construction methods used by building company dressler & Partner are in accordance with the German standard official contracting code voB (verdingungsordnung im

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more information: dressler & Partner Tel. 971 125 375 | bauenmallorca.eu

Baugewerbe). a key advantage of constructing in this way is that the weight of the building is distributed evenly onto the ground through all the walls, instead of the load being borne only at given points.

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The walls are mostly made of aerated concrete blocks (YTonG), which regulate the indoor temperature. The cavities between the bricks and concrete blocks are insulated in such a way as to ensure an even transfer of

heat through the wall, thus preventing condensation and mould growth. The horizontal damp-proof barrier under all the masonry makes it impossible for moisture from the soil to penetrate.

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Vantage Point

The Pleasures of a Penthouse Nothing has become as synonymous with success and luxury as the penthouse. Our aspirations seems to have turned skyward, glamorised by iconic figures such as Patrick Bateman (American Psycho).

View from Las Milanas Port Andratx

ven Playboy magazine developed their own penthouse concept for an early issue, inferring that a wellequipped penthouse suite correlated to a well-endowed female companion.

elevator, the main purpose of the rooftop abode was to house laundry facilities, washing lines and water towers.

The penthouse has become an abode for the elite: movie stars, wealthy stockbrokers and media moguls. But what is it about this living space that has promoted it above other housing solutions?

The few people who had taken up residence in rooftop quarters were certainly not the likes of clientele who regularly purchase them now. Rather, these inhabitants were more likely to be servants or building janitors who did not mind the slow climb to their front door each day.

The penthouse itself did not start off its existence as a luxury habitat for the rich and famous. In fact, before the refinement of the

However, once the elevator was perfected, and the skyscrapers were erected, the penthouse transition from inconvenient to in-

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genious was in full flow. The first examples popped up in Chicago in 1925, then the concept spread to all corners of the globe. The penthouse location certainly has a unique vantage point for its inhabitants. Firstly, there are the obvious: breathtakingly expansive views that come with being perched at some of the highest points in the world. Penthouses also indulge a certain sense of snobbery: owning one will figuratively and literally elevate you above the rest of humanity, allowing you to look down on everything from above.

Then there is the safety aspect: the benefits of higher ground, as demonstrated vividly throughout all historical conflicts, will allow you piece of mind from burglary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; most thieves would not risk the 45-floor descent with your plasma screen and Bose sound system in tow. Of course, we are failing to mention one of the key attributes of penthouse living: space. Your increased floor space presents your interior designer (or you if you are so inclined) with a vast expanse of blank canvas to work from. Typically open plan living/ dining areas can be infused with any kind of

The prime location to buy your penthouse is generally considered to be in the areas where you can take advantage of the best views. Our cosmopolitan island of Mallorca would therefore be a logical location. For such a small island Mallorca offers a great variety in terms of property: from the privacy of a country finca to exclusive penthouses within gated communities, Mallorca really has it all.

They are secure and easy to close down; require considerably less maintenance and expense than detached houses; and are extremely appealing for families with children who want to socialise. Then there is the less sensible but equally as persuasive factor: their aesthetic value. Examples such as Las Milanas in Andratx or Silverpoint in Portals certainly tick all visual boxes, while also offering convenient locations and excellent maintenance solutions.

The penthouse makes a fantastic second home in Mallorca for various basic reasons.

Time to push the gold-plated elevator button and start looking for your dream home in the sky!

design discipline, from minimalist to the more embellished art deco.

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Vantage Point

Dream lifestyle in an exclusive setting The fashionable resort of Puerto Andratx, situated in the south-west corner of Mallorca, is one of the island’s most picturesque locations. It boasts an exceptional microclimate, unrivalled natural beauty, elevated sea views by virtue of its magnificent mountain ranges, charming seaside villages and secluded beaches.

Its stylish marina, with luxury yachts, fine restaurants and exquisite boutiques, rests pleasantly alongside the traditional fishing port with its narrow cobbled streets. The pleasure boating, golf courses, mountain walking, warm seas and promenades provide a range of leisure facilities for all to enjoy all year round. Puerto Andratx has remained almost completely undiscovered by the large tour operators and as such is home to international independent travellers who have discovered the beauty of the location and decided to settle there. Many inter-

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national celebrities also enjoy the exclusivity of the area and have made their homes in Puerto Andratx. Las Milanas is one such exclusive development of luxury apartments situated in one of the most popular bays in Puerto Andratx. It is ideally located to offer the benefits of this area of outstanding beauty and provides residents with the opportunity of living an enviable lifestyle. It is constructed with the style, thought and sophistication expected from a modern exclusive development. It comprises a range of splendid penthouses

and apartments offering the latest technology, luxurious interiors, stunning views, whirlpools, sun-drenched terraces, swimming pools, beautiful gardens and lots more… At Las Milanas living your dreams becomes a reality! More Information: Las Milanas Tel. 971 238 597 raquel.zapal@cbre.com | lasmilanas.com

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a look overseas

Ski Properties:

El Arc

EL Arc

The Best of France and Switzerland If you’re a fan of skiing and are keen to pack in as many ski breaks as possible each winter, you can’t beat owning your own European ski property. But with such a wide choice of options available, it’s hard to whittle down the details and choose the best location for your requirements. Rachel Newcombe explores the benefits of buying property in France and Switzerland and some of the best places to buy.

Aylesford St. Moritz Chalet

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France and Switzerland have a long established reputation as having excellent ski resorts. Thousands of people flock to the French and Swiss Alps each season to try their hand at skiing for the first time, or indulge in their favourite winter sport. But whilst there are plenty of places offering short-term holiday accommodation, if you’re a frequent visitor, the cost of renting can really add up. Thanks to the effect of the global recession, property prices in the French Alps have fallen slightly and now tend to be lower than they were five or so years ago. It’s even the case in some of the most elite and desirable areas, where prices have slid down from the highs seen in the past. Despite the slight fall in prices, experts believe the market remains stable for investors. “France is one of those places that, in spite of economic uncertainty, still affords a time-

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less appeal,” says Charlie Williams, from Terresens. “It has an unbeatable reputation and with a solid country brand, people will always stop by and visit, making this a reliable bet for property investors.” In Switzerland, one of the most exclusive ski resorts has bucked the trend, with prices reaching as much as €47,000 per square metre. “Prices in Swiss holiday regions had already reached stable heights, so it was hard to imagine there was any more scope for further increases,” says Peter Frigo, from Engel and Volkers in Switzerland. “The situation in St Moritz is a very special case.” Elsewhere, there are still plenty of other areas of Switzerland with more modest price tags for luxury properties and, as, “Interest rates are at their lowest level for decades, now is definitely a good time to think about buying in Switzerland,” comments Simon

Malster, from Investors in Property. Swiss ski resorts such as Klosters are renowned for being the skiing favourite of the British Royal family, as well as many celebrities, and offer a more private ski holiday experience than some of the large resorts. For good high altitude ski conditions, Davos offers a wide range of skiing opportunities for all abilities and benefits from being one of the highest locations in Europe. Ski properties in desirable locations can prove to a be a great earner, so if you’re thinking for rental investment purposes, Francois Marchand, general manager for Erna Low, has some buying advice. “Aim for a place where it is ski-in-ski-out,” he suggests. “Altitude isn’t the most important factor, although this would guarantee snow the higher you go. Instead, look into the local infrastructure put in place by the ski resort – such as snow can-

nons, transfers, ski lifts and gondolas – and the accessibility to the rest of the ski area.” Although it may be far from you mind at this stage, don’t forget to, “think of the resale potential as much as getting income today,” he adds.

those up in the mountains.” It will mean a bit more travel time to and from the slopes and you lose the ski-in-ski-out and après ski atmosphere, but it can be a small price to pay if finances are tight and many properties still offer great living conditions.

If you’re unsure how much time each year you’re going to be able to head to your ski property, leaseback properties can be a good option. Most leaseback properties provide you with a few weeks occupancy each year – the rest of the time they’re let out and you gain the benefits of a rental income, but without the stress and hassle of organising the rental side of it yourself.

European ski resorts in France and Switzerland are easy to get to, offer great skiing conditions and plenty of long-term property rental opportunities, so are well worth investigating in more detail.

For those on a tight budget and looking for a bargain ski property, then Francois suggests it’s best to look “lower down in the valleys in residential areas, rather than buying in a ski resort, where prices are half the ones than

Best value for money Now linked to La Plagne, Arc 1950 forms part of the newly created “Paradiski” area. The 4* village is wholly pedestrianised, so all properties are ski-in ski-out. Apartments range from one to four bedrooms with traditional features and tasteful décor. Properties can be purchased through a classic freehold

or the French government backed leaseback scheme. There are some excellent deals to be had in the village, with property prices ranging from £160,000 all the way up to £995,000. Contact: Erna Low Property, Tel. (+44) 207 590 1624; ernalowproperty.co.uk

Best for rental yield Briancon has been attracting an abundance of tourists since it was elected as a UNESCO World Heritage Town, and because of its great location with access to the beautiful ski area of Serre Chevalier. At the newly built development Residence l’Aigle Bleu in the resort of Briancon, there are only two units left being sold by the developer at reduced prices, meaning a rental yield of five per cent per annum, which is a great return on investment.

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a look overseas

Davos, Switzerland

Klosters, Switzerland

Davos, Switzerland

B41 is a four-bedroom duplex apartment of 113.89 square metres south-facing, selling now at €354,078 with a five per cent yield (€16,030) leaseback property, and B45 is a three-bedroom duplex apartment of 86.60 square metres east-facing, selling now at €269,775 with a five per cent yield (€12,211) leaseback property. Contact: Erna Low Property, Tel. (+44) 207 590 1624; ernalowproperty.co.uk

Best for ski season length

The resort of Val Thorens is situated at the highest point of the Three Valleys ski area and boasts the longest season, running from November to May. Val Thorens offers good value in terms of high-end investment potential across the Three Valleys, with higher occupancy rates and lower prices per square metre than neighbours Courcheval or Meribel. The four-star development Residence Le Hameau du Kashmir is ski-in ski-out and offers panoramic views, plus spa, pool and steam rooms, and a Michelin starred restaurant. Properties are available on a leaseback

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scheme and prices range from €277,592 to €613,712.

Best for royal and celebrity spotting

Contact: Erna Low Property, Tel. (+44) 207 590 1624; ernalowproperty.co.uk

One of the favourite ski locations of the British Royal Family and many celebrities (Greto Garbo used to live here) is Klosters, in Switzerland. Just over an hour’s drive from Zurich, it’s a convenient location and, compared to some other resorts, has a private feel to it.

Best for skiing Davos in Switzerland is the highest city in Europe. It’s a great location for cross country skiing and has the largest natural ice skating field. There are six main ski areas in the winter, together offering over 200 miles of slopes. This beautiful detached family house is in a prime position in Davos, Switzerland. Spread over three floor levels, the house was constructed in 2010 and has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, over 221.43 square metres. There are wonderful views and the home benefits from under-floor heating. It’s priced at CHF3,390,000 (property reference: W-00G8E8).

This prestigious villa in a prime location in the exclusive residential area of Klosters, with nine bedrooms, eight bathrooms and a large living area, is set over four floors. There are balconies and terraces off each floor, with the master bedroom benefiting from no less than three balconies. The 900 square metre villa is set at the end of the ski and sledging slope and is reached by a private driveway. There are three garage parking spaces, plus additional parking for 10. Price on request (property reference: W-00IJSO).

Contact: Engel & Völkers Davos, Tel. (+41) 81 410 00 30; engelvoelkers.com

Best for partying If the nightlife is as important to you as the skiing, then you can’t beat the popular French resort of Meribel in the Trois Valleés. The limited number of two, three and four-bedroom apartments and chalets of Les Balcons de la Chapelle occupy a prime location in Meribel, just a short walk from the ski lifts, shops, restaurants and bars, and command incredible unobstructed views out over the mountains. Available fully furnished to your specification, these luxurious residences afford stunning views over the valley and La Chapelle Notre Dame and cost from €560,000.

Aylesford St Moritz Chalet

of slopes and excellent off-piste terrain, and offers first-class snow sports for all ages and abilities.

in one of Switzerland’s most elite areas, then renting a property for a holiday is the next best thing.

The Club Med resort offers either outright freehold purchase of chalet-apartments with unlimited use or a leaseback scheme, where owners receive three weeks use per year. The managed rental pool returns an attractive yield to owners of over three per cent at 60 per cent occupancy and owners can exchange vacation weeks to stay at other luxury Club Med resorts worldwide.

A top-end, luxury chalet located in the centre of St Moritz, next to the famous Badrutt’s Palace hotel, and with views across the lake, is available to rent for a week’s holiday. The newly built chalet is vast and luxurious, and covers five floors. There’s accommodation for up to 11 guests in six en suite bedrooms, along with entertaining and dining space for up to 18 people. The chalet has a gym, sauna, jacuzzi, and steam and massage room. Included services to help you live the deluxe life include a concierge, private chef and chalet host, daily cleaning and Wi-Fi. The chalet rents for CHF60,000 per week

A fully-furnished three bedroom chaletapartment, bordering the ski slopes, is priced from €769,000.

Contact: Terresens, Tel. (+44) 203 101 110; terresensproperties.com

Contact: Savills, Tel. (+44) 207 016 3740; villas-chalets.clubmed.com

Best new development

Best place to be seen for a luxury holiday

The new Club Med resort in Valmorel, in the French Alps, is a fantastic ski-in ski-out alpine location. Valmorel has 150 kilometres

Contact: Aylesford, Tel. (+44) 20 7349 5100; aylesford.com

If you’re not yet ready to own your own ski property, but do want to enjoy luxury ski life

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Living at Sea

azimut 88

Spacious home away from home The idea of setting up home on board a luxury boat is dreamily appealing for many of us but there is just one drawback. How much privacy will we have? Will we be able to preserve and enjoy our personal space away from the crew – and even other guests when the wining and dining is finished for the night?

o problem if you have opted for the new 2011 model Azimut 88. The 27 square metre combined saloon and dining room is “a capsule of intimacy” – a living area that is as big as a city apartment, completely isolated from the crew – while the owner’s VIP cabin can be reached by a reserved stairway. The crew can move across the boat to the fly or down to the engine room without disturbing owner and guest privacy, via a system of passageways and two-sided doors that give onto the outdoor walkways in proximity to all the service areas. Not that the Azimut 88 is only about private space. Full of innovative and elegant design features, it brings together sun, light and outdoor sea life in a 55 square metre flybridge decked in teak and protected by a hard top.

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The silhouette remains true to the lines of the familiar Azimut design, while glass windows in the deckhouse and double panoramic windows in the hull add stunning new elements. Re-designing the interior was a key challenge for the Azimut style department, and to that end they commissioned architect Achille Salvagni to work on the 2011 model, focusing on the cabin area and décor. The layout of the owner’s cabin has been changed and the bathroom area has been moved towards the stern to create a zone that more effectively insulates the accommodation from engine room noise. This new plan also provides improved private cabin access and a more functional furnishing layout. On the left, in full light, a dinette area has been created with two armchairs and a table; while the vanity is opposite the window. The wardrobes are built-in and ultra-spacious for

clothes, suitcases and accessories. The second change to the interior plan involves a modified staircase leading down from the saloon to the master cabin, which allows the bathroom to be positioned lengthways and provides extra space for the dining area. The new décor is particularly evident in changed forms of design details such as the handles, with a play of walnut and ebony, and free-standing elements that give a new touch to the interior.

The wardrobe opening slots are another interesting new design feature, their shape “inviting you to open the wardrobe and plunge into the comfort of your clothes”. Mirror surfaces further increase the perception of space.

Salvagni has shaped the materials, softening the edges and creating new curves, resulting in a continuum between ceilings and walls. The roundness of the new style is especially reflected in the owner’s cabin, taking the form of a wrap-round bedhead comprising the nightstands.

The exterior is unchanged. The flybridge surface offers a “balcony overlooking the sea”, and the large asymmetrical glass panels in the hull and “magic” areas such as the 10 square metre cockpit and equipped stern remain the same.

Located to starboard of the dining area, the galley is camouflaged in the fabric of the walls when the openings for passing food and the special mirrored door that separates it from the saloon are closed. Inside, four glassceramic burners, a microwave oven, a fridge, a freezer, a wine cooler and a 70-litre oven enable a cook and assistant to work with ease and convenience. Every room on board the new Azimut 88 “presents” the next one through an elegant walnut frame system of portals. It is all about refined class and a sophisticated and relax-

ing ambience: sober furnishings, soft fabrics, stylishly paired colours and elegant marble – Siena yellow for the master bathrooms, statuary marble for the VIP and guest bathrooms, Cosmos blue for the top on the flybridge and black in the galley. The port side of the helm area offers a large sofa with a table for charts or study, or for guests to converse with the skipper. The pilot is wrapped in comfort and ergonomics on a two-seat, height-adjustable pilot bench. The dashboard instruments are reachable with ease and include two large Raymarine moni-

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Living at Sea

TECH FILE Overall Length: 26.8 metres (88 feet) Maximum Beam: 6.57 metres (21.4 feet) Displacement: 85 tons Engines: 2 x Cat C32 Acert1825 mHP Maximum Speed: 29 knots Cruising Speed: 26 knots Fuel Capacity: 9,000 litres Fresh Water Capacity: 1,300 litres Cabins: 4 + 2 crew Berths: 8 + 3 crew Bathrooms: 5 + 1 crew Building Material: VTR Keel: V-shape with deadrise angle 10.1ยบ aft Exterior Design & Concept: Stefano Righini

tors. The most important onboard systems can be monitored and managed via a touch screen, from smoke alarms to battery status.

aft-facing bed (set in a portal) and space to include a desk.

The guest cabins are twins, each with a large rectangular window. The starboard cabin has two twin beds, while the port cabin has a double bed oriented towards the window with a superb view of the sea and bathed in natural light sifting in directly from the windshield of the main deck. The VIP cabin provides space to move, space in the wardrobes, space in the

The suite has a dressing room and a bathroom with a double sink of Vetrofreddo. On the floor the parquet, left free of white carpeting, comprises doussie wood. The breakfast area is in contact with the central window of the yacht, a few centimetres above the sea, giving the sensation of being an integral part of nature and the marine environment.

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The Azimut is 26.8 metres (88 feet) long and 6.4 metres (21 feet) wide. It has four guest cabins, two for the crew and five bathrooms: one per cabin plus the day head on the main deck. It is equipped with two 1825 mHP Cat C32 Acert engines, and has a maximum speed of 29 knots and a cruising speed of 26 knots.

Living at Sea Harbour Lights

Porto Montenegro:

Gateway to the Adriatic Over the next few months Villa & Vida will be taking an inside look at the world’s most stunning leisure and residential harbours… starting this issue with the ultra-luxurious Porto Montenegro superyacht marina (portomontenegro.com).

ocated in Europe’s most southerly fjord, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kotor Bay, Porto Montenegro has been “designed for yachtsmen by yachtsmen”. It comprises 184 secure berths ranging from 12 to 150 metres, with a further 460 in planning (130 of which will be dedicated to superyachts), complemented by spacious waterside residences, a village buzzing with places to dine, shop and relax, and an extensive and varied range of sports, leisure and cultural activities. The port is home to an international community of owners from the UK, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Italy, the US and Canada, attracted by its world-class services and an architecture that mirrors that of the nearby Venetian towns of Kotor and Perast. According to the developers, Porto Monte-

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negro was created with every aspect of the yacht owner, crew and guests’ experience in mind. Yacht-friendly legislation offers some of the most favourable benefits in Europe, while 24/7 Yacht Assist experts help with everything from supplying your favourite champagne to solving technical problems. Other advantages include duty-free fuel, onsite customs and immigration, and reduced VAT on marine services… We have been recognised as the fastest selling development in the Mediterranean by various industry professionals.”

ion brands – as well as Lido Mar, a 64-metre overwater pool cantilevered over the sea, designed by London-based Richard Hywel Evans of RHE, with cabanas, daybeds, waterside lounge and live DJs.

The project’s fifth residential complex, Tara, was launched in summer 2011, selling 75 per cent within the first few months, and 20 new retail outlets were also opened over summer, including a wood-oven pizzeria, day spa, salon, bakery, sunglass shop and selection of fashion boutiques with leading UK fash-

International Backing… and Local Support

The marina was sold out throughout summer and, at the time of going to press, was at 92 per cent occupancy for winter. For those not arriving by sea, Porto Montenegro offers convenient access via three nearby international airports. Tivat, the closest, is just seven minutes away by car.

Porto Montenegro’s primary investors initiated the project after identifying “an overwhelming demand for yacht berths around the Mediterranean”. They decided to create

a world-class marina that would satisfy this growing shortage of berths, “while allowing outside investors to share in the long-term capital appreciation that waterfront property and berths have enjoyed over the past 50 years”. The transformation of what was formerly a historic naval base into a luxury marina development was led by internationally respected business figures – many yachtsmen themselves – and headed by Peter Munk, founder and chairman of Barrick Gold, the world’s largest gold mining corporation. Those bringing a broad array of capital, expertise and contacts to the project include Lord Jacob and Nathaniel Rothschild of the UK, Bernard Arnault, founder of Louis Vuitton-Moet Hennessey (LVMH), and Oleg Deripaska of Russia. Their firm belief is that “families should be

able to live within steps of their boat, quality should be uncompromising throughout the marina and attractive landscaping should connect one’s home with the natural pleasures of being on the water”. At a micro level, the marina has worked closely with the local community. Many of the staff are from Tivat town, social events and gatherings are held during the year for residents, and the company supports local businesses whenever possible.

Natural Gem A relatively undiscovered gem linking east and west, blessed with unspoilt splendour and pristine waters, Montenegro’s coastline has numerous islands, secret coves and charming harbours alongside major historic sites. Its mountainous interior is just as magnificent, with rock-hewn monasteries, plung-

ing river canyons, wildlife reserves, glacial lakes, one of the world’s most important national parks (Durmitor) and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The small Balkan state is one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the world, but the government has overseen strict controls to ensure that development remains limited and the country’s landscape is protected.

Residential Havens An intimate collection of waterfront and promenade homes, Port Montenegro was designed by Tino Zervudachi of Milinaric, Henry & Zervudachi, with landscaping by Martin Lane Fox, vice chairman of the Royal Horticultural Society. The homes bring together traditional architecture and contemporary lines with soft colours, elegant stone and hardwoods. They have stunning views

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Living at Sea Harbour Lights

over the bay and yachts and a backdrop of Montenegro’s wild beauty, and are set alongside picture-postcard piazzas, restaurants and boutiques offering all the convenience and serenity of waterfront living. A 24-hour concierge is available, residents have private swimming pools and each property has a dedicated parking space. Teuta was Porto Montenegro’s introductory residential offering. It features 29 water-

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front homes, all with sea and mountain views overlooking the harbour. They were sold out within a few weeks of their release in 2009. Named after the Illyrian queen who reigned from 231 to 227 BC, Teuta includes Porto Montenegro’s first retail outlets, including a restaurant, wine store, chandlery, furniture and home decoration store, bookshop, yacht broker and agent office. A waterfront apartment complex in a spectacular location, with the marina on its west side and the Venice

Living at Sea Harbour Lights

Square inner harbour on its north, Ozana was named after the 15th century shepherdess who was venerated as a saint. This showcase building is at the heart of Porto Montenegro’s exclusive nautical lifestyle. The 23 high-specification studios and one to threebedroom residences feature an elevated courtyard, elegantly designed pool and landscaped garden, with west-facing views taking in the spectacular scenery of the bay. Zeta is situated on the pedestrian boulevard of

Porto Montenegro village. The 22 high-specification studios and one and three bedroom residences have ample garden terrace spaces and west-facing views to the waterfront. A rooftop pool crowns the building, while the ground floor features an array of shops, and a spa, hair salon and bakery.

independence. They are located between the historical Captain’s Park and the palm treelined village walkway. Milena comprises studios, one to three-bedroom residences and three bespoke duplexes. The building has a cascading water feature that compliments its multi-tiered structure.

Combining Montenegro’s stone villas with modern amenities, the intimate collection of nine homes in Milena were named after the queen under whose rule Montenegro gained

Tara was named after Montenegro’s Tara Canyon, the second deepest canyon in the world after the Grand Canyon in the US. Located on Venice Square, it features studios,

one to four-bedroom apartments and duplex penthouses with grand entertaining spaces and private rooftop pools. The building offers exceptional views and direct access to Porto Montenegro’s marina on both sides. Its terraces and gardens are delightfully secluded and its façades – clad in quarried stone and rendered in earthy tones – give Tara a sense of refined luxury.

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area direcTory Welcome to the Villa & Vida area directory, where we showcase the island’s most eligible properties in an easy to digest format. We are well aware that the majority of property hunting is done on the internet these days, quite simply because the online search method is much easier and more efficient in terms of finding a property that ticks all the boxes. Therefore, our area guide has been created based on this internet model.

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Within our directory, you can search for your dream property by area in ascending price order. We are confident you will find what you are looking for right here, so grab a coffee and happy hunting!

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adverTise wiTh us! To advertise a property within our area directory please get in touch at +34 971 450 432 or email us at info@villayvida.com. (Please beare in mind we do not advertise the same property more than once, so any duplications will be dealt with a first come first served basis. Get in touch now to avoid disappointment).

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area: Andratx

area: santanyí

Paguera

9361

107 m2

20 m2

€369.000

Sunshine Golf Investments www.sgi-mallorca.co.uk | Tel: +34 971 69 55 12

20400

€ 640.000

100 m2

Sun Mallorca www.sunmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 698 588

Andratx – House with private pool

12158

€ 550.000

113 m2

Puerto Andratx

9171

123 m2

78 m2

Cala Llombards - Country home

165 m2

8.000 m2

1185

€ 750.000

Jerome Ledin Inmobiliaria www.jl-immobilien.de | Tel: +34 971 65 35 57

Sun Mallorca www.sunmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 698 588

Port Andratx

Port Andratx - Duplex Apartment

€ 695.000

Sunshine Golf Investments www.sgi-mallorca.co.uk | Tel: +34 971 69 55 12

Cala Figuera - Frontline Villa

250 m2

12.000 m2

254 m2

14.300 m2

1010

€1.270.000

Jerome Ledin Inmobiliaria www.jl-immobilien.de | Tel: +34 971 65 35 57

1121

€ 1.690.000

Jerome Ledin Inmobiliaria www.jl-immobilien.de | Tel: +34 971 65 35 57

Cas Concos

MPH-0209

Santanyi - Brand new Finca

Cala Santanyi - Frontline Villa

230 m2

800 m2

1084

€1.865.000

Jerome Ledin Inmobiliaria www.jl-immobilien.de | Tel: +34 971 65 35 57

11076

Cala d‘Or

6322

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300 m2

2300 m2

€ 900.000

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

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445 m2

16.500 m2

MJC Associates www.mjcassociates.net | Tel: +34 971 57 99 57

€ 4.850.000

730 m2

1.850 m2

Price on Application

Mallorca Site www.mallorcasite.com | Tel: +34 971 712 165

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area: Calvia

El Toro

8265

€ 280.000

62 m2

Sunshine Golf Investments www.sgi-mallorca.co.uk | Tel: +34 971 69 55 12

Santa Ponsa - Close to the Beach

SHAP0138

€390.000

100m2

Sellable House Mallorca www.sellablehouse.com | Tel: +34 639 755 584

RH 436

101 m2

169 m2

€395.000

Real Homes Mallorca www.realhomesmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 67 64 84

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90 m2

MPH-0220

€ 369.000

350 m2

Costa de la Calma

140 m2

9371

45 m2

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

Sunshine Golf Investments www.sgi-mallorca.co.uk | Tel: +34 971 69 55 12

Puerto Portals - Las Terrazas Apartments

Santa Ponsa - Mediterranean apartment

100 m2

145 m2

from € 395.000

Real Homes Mallorca www.realhomesmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 67 64 84

Calvia - Cottage

Puerto Portals - Apartment with sea views

Cala Vinyas – First line sea apartment

100 m2

30 m2

112 m2

32 m2

€ 450.000

€ 425.000

2750-5

€ 530.000

Nova Santa Ponsa – First line apartment

200 m2

2300 m2

120 m2

25000 m2

CT 60

€495.000

GC Property www.gc-property.com | Tel: +34 971 670300

Sonne von Mallorca www.sonnevonmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 67 93 93

4160

Sonne von Mallorca www.sonnevonmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 67 93 93

Calvia - Fantastically located flat plot

175 m2

600 m2

CT 72

€550.000

GC Property www.gc-property.com | Tel: +34 971 670300

MPH-0191

€ 595.000

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

Townhouse with fantastic country views

El Toro

9855

217 m2

700 m2

€645.000

Sunshine Golf Investments www.sgi-mallorca.co.uk | Tel: +34 971 69 55 12

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area: Calvia

Son Font - Best front line views

250 m2

4138 m2

SF 9

€ 775.000

GC Property www.gc-property.com | Tel: +34 971 670300

Nova Santa Ponsa

180 m2

€ 850.000

Sunshine Golf Investments www.sgi-mallorca.co.uk | Tel: +34 971 69 55 12

Nova Santa Ponsa

180 m2

Sunshine Golf Investments www.sgi-mallorca.co.uk | Tel: +34 971 69 55 12

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220 m2

700 m2

SHCG0135

€ 850.000

Sellable House Mallorca www.sellablehouse.com | Tel: +34 639 755 584

9933

200 m2

Santa Ponca - Front Line Golf villa

300 m2

950 m2

3851

€ 895.000

Sonne von Mallorca www.sonnevonmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 67 93 93

9536

€ 1.100.000

Portals Nous - Sea View Villa

278 m2

822 m2

400m2

1350 m2

RH 943

€ 1.875.000

Real Homes Mallorca www.realhomesmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 67 64 84

Costa den Blanes - Panoramic sea views

Es Capdella - Detached House

320 m2

1065 m2

MPH-0195

€ 1.950.000

€ 1.495.000

Nova Santa Ponsa - First line sea-view

600 m2

1920 m2

€1.900.000

220 m2

Costa de la Calma – Mediterranean villa

330 m2

3955 m2

MPH-0202

€2.400.000

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

4028

€ 2.900.000

Sonne von Mallorca www.sonnevonmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 67 93 93

9673

Sunshine Golf Investments www.sgi-mallorca.co.uk | Tel: +34 971 69 55 12

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

RH 1009

Real Homes Mallorca www.realhomesmallorca.com | Tel: +34 971 67 64 84

Nova Santa Ponsa – Exclusive villa

Illetas

Sol de Mallorca

SWOSDM4718

802 m2

2405 m2

€4.400.000

Balearic Properties www.balearic-properties.com | Tel: +34 971 68 40 00

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area: son vida

Son vida - villa with golf views

500 m2

2000 m2

W-00aHPo

€1.990.000

engel & völkers www.engelvoelkers.com/mallorca | Tel: +34 971 60 91 41

Son vida - Brand new villa with golf views

1.090 m2

3140 m2

W-00aB5K

€5.500.000

engel & völkers www.engelvoelkers.com/mallorca | Tel: +34 971 60 91 41

Son vida - Classical villa with sea view

747 m2

2300 m2

W-00aRSo

€ 2.950.000

engel & völkers www.engelvoelkers.com/mallorca | Tel: +34 971 60 91 41

Son vida - villa with sea views

650 m2

2000 m2

W-00aBaW

€ 5.250.000

engel & völkers www.engelvoelkers.com/mallorca | Tel: +34 971 60 91 41

advertise here!

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Santa Ponsa - Las abubillas

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€ 520.000

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€520.000

mallorca Prime homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

Santa Ponsa - Las abubillas

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€ 520.000

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€520.000

mallorca Prime homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

Santa Ponsa - Las abubillas

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€ 520.000

mallorca Prime homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

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Santa Ponsa - Las abubillas

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€520.000

mallorca Prime homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

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area: inca To Pollenca alaro

11063

500 m2

100.000 m2

€4.250.000

mJc associates www.mjcassociates.net | Tel: +34 971 57 99 57

PoL4641SUB

251 m2

1000 m2

08046

548 m2

15.400 m2

€ 6.850.000

mJc associates www.mjcassociates.net | Tel: +34 971 57 99 57

Pollenca

Campanet

€ 675.000

balearic Properties www.balearic-properties.com | Tel: +34 971 68 40 00

Mal Pas-Bonaire

473 m2

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Bon4721PoL4

1096 m2

€ 1.400.000

balearic Properties www.balearic-properties.com | Tel: +34 971 68 40 00

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area: palma and surroundings Arenal - Apartment

007

€ 175.000

104 m2

450m2

30.000 m2

510102

€4.350.000

Dost & Co. www.dost-co.com | Tel: +34 971 60 99 89

Valldemossa

Bunyola - Traditional country house

225 m2

MPH-0252

€ 995.000

15300 m2

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

Dressler & Partner www.bauenmallorca.eu | Tel: +34 971 125 375

Bunyola -Hillside estate with sea views

area: palma

Old Town Palma

36253

1.300m2

1.500 m2

€ 8.400.000

Mallorca Site www.mallorcasite.com | Tel: +34 971 71 21 65 6103

Santa Ponsa - Las Abubillas

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€ 520.000

Santa Ponsa - Las Abubillas

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€520.000

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

Santa Ponsa - Las Abubillas

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€ 520.000

110 m2

350 m2

MPH-0240

€520.000

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Santa Ponsa - Las Abubillas

MPH-0240

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2.400 m2

971.920 m2

Mallorca Site www.mallorcasite.com | Tel: +34 971 71 21 65

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€15.000.000

110 m2

350 m2

€ 520.000

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

110 m2

350 m2

€520.000

Mallorca Prime Homes www.mallorcaprimehomes.com | Tel: +34 971 69 21 21

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