Showing posts with label villas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label villas. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Les maisons de luxe en vente à Sotogrande Sud de l'Espagne

Les maisons de luxe en vente à Sotogrande Sud de l'Espagne
Visitez notre bureau Agent immobilier dans le port Sotogrande
Est-il pas temps que vous avez découvert la superbe frange ouest de la Costa del Sol
Europes plus grand domaine résidentiel privé haut de gamme
Immobilier Sotogrande Espagne
Villas espagnoles et appartements à Sotogrande Espagne

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

In Sotogrande Spain Tailor Made estate agents have more UK interest for Spanish luxury homes market

A upturn in the Spanish luxury homes property market and a strengthening of the Pound results in more Brits arriving and bargains being snapped up in Sotogrande Spain Signs of improvement in the UK property market and stronger Pound is having a knock on effect here in Sotogrande Spain. Am pleased to say the phones are ringing again as people revisit the prospect of buying a home in Spain.Having said that the hardest hurdle to bridge is the price difference between what owners will sell for and what buyers are willing to pay and with low interest rates continuing many owners in prime locations are holding their prices. Sales that have been happening have in the main been for bargain property. The press would have us believe that in Spain the market is littered with give away bargains and yes there are plenty of cheap homes around most areas. Having said that the press often fail to mention that a lot of these vacant properties in Spain were not desirable in the good times let alone a recession. Too many greedy developers over building and reducing building specifications creating concrete jungles many of which are half built or remain unsold. Here in Sotogrande much of the property that was for sale has been removed from the market because owners have rented them long term or simply decided to wait It seems to me that people are now street wise about buying in Spain and these days are asking all the right questions. As a country the South of Spain has tackled the huge corruption issues and many a developer, Lawyer, Planning officers and town Mayors languish in Spanish Jails guilty as charged.
The risk factor in the property market is not what it was and slowly but surely progress is being made. I feel people recognize the improvements and whilst many changes to the law are long winded, bureaucratic and frustrating the end result will be to stamp out many of the risks and issues Spain's property market.
As an agency selling property in Sotogrande Spain, the risk is further minimized simply because this area one of Europe's largest upmarket private residential estates is well established. The development was originally set out in the 1960s and has grown to become one of the main holiday home locations for many wealthy Spanish.
So there is no surprise that this estate with so much natural beauty and sporting facilities has attracted many city lawyers, top sports people and Spanish Government ministers to choose Sotogrande for their second homes.
My gut feeling is that Spain is about 18 to 24 months behind the UK market and for property in wealth locations particularly in respect of upmarket prime location homes.
Sotogrande does have its share of bargains although no where near the levels the generalizing press would have you believe. In the last 12 months property has been selling for me it is a reflection of some owners wanting to offload after reaching an impatience threshold.
On our books a 5 bedroom villa in Sotogrande that would once have been on the market for in excess of 1 million euros yet recently these owner have conceded to re-market the property inviting offers on 595,000.00 euros. In any given month you can find 1 or 2 such bargains but the truth is that with low interest rates many owners in wealth locations prefer to be patient. Trouble is that for some unknown reason Agents are still valuing property far too high and when presenting their values throwing in the old agency gem "We will put it on the market at price X but people will make low offers anyway so no point reducing" For me this is an outdated approach to agency, and any sales person worth their salt will know that if you establish a value close to your selling level then you are more likely to be looked at by a lot more prospective customers than you would with an extortionate unachievable price. This 3 bedroom waterside apartment once 760.000,00 euros has just exchanged contracts for 310.000,00 euros a real steel for a property on the waters edge and 100 meters from the beach.
Its not uncommon for a property in Sotogrande to go on the market at 1.5 million the owner knowing the reality that its not worth more than 900,000.00. Real buyers know their budget and may NOT look at property 100,000.00 over their budget so the closer a property is priced to the sellers bottom line the more chance there is of selling.
It is very frustrating for me as an agent when giving a true selling value that's a much lower valuation than provided by my competitors and then 2 years down the Road the property sells very close to my original indication.
Francis Payne Tailor Made estate agents Sotogrande tel.0034 956790320
Offices in Sotogrande Port

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Hotel Sotogrande or maybe there is a better option

Hotel Sotogrande or maybe there is a better option ?
A growing number of people seem to be renting apartments and villas on long term contracts simply to visit Sotogrande for holidays. A trend is materialising where two families share a rental property for 12 months visiting in half terms, end of terms, easter, summer and christmas.
Last year friends of mine from Poole Dorset visited Sotogrande for a total of 42 days and for the family of 5 they calculated a hotel cost of 18.000,00 euros. The same family this year have rented a 4 bedroom penthouse apartment for 1650 per month and intend to share the vacation home with another family they know well resulting in a rent to pay of 9.900,00 euros per family for the year. The families will not visit together and will divide the years holidays up in advance. The additional costs are the electricity water internet and sky tv again all bills split between them become pretty insignificant. The apartment they rented is modern beautifully furnished and has great golf views close to the golf academy and driving range. Photo Los Gazules gated community by Almenara golf.
There has since then been several more rentals on similar basis which includes Villas and Town Houses. Interestingly most have been to families mad on golfer or sailing. Here is a link to a Los Gazules penthouse currently on the market this one is a 2 bedroom but we also listing a duplex 4 bedroom Link Gazules
Francis Payne www.tailormadesotogrande.com

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Find luxury villas & lifestyle in upmarket Sotogrande Spain. Property Spain

Villa for sale in Sotogrande Spain
This upmarket Villa is simply a beautiful home. Very Andalusian in style and finish it has been beautifully improved and maintained by the Spanish owners. This luxury home is on the market for sale at just over 2.4 million euros a large reduction on its 2007 value. The house is a couple of minutes walk of the Sotogrande International school in a quiet residential street.
The property is available for viewings and is shown in show home condition If you are thinking of buying a home in Spain then make sure you visit Sotogrande. The estate is one of Europes largest upmarket private resorts a location where well heeled Spanish live and mix with wealthy expats from all over Europe and the rest of the world.
Why do they come here The area unlike Marbella has not been the subject of mass development. This resort was set out for developing in the early 1960s and this is reflected in the palm tree lined avenues where beautiful homes sit in perfectly manicured landscaped gardens. The estate is surrounded by forest mountain and sea and bisected by the Guardiaro River. Its the same old adage follow the money and you will not go wrong. I enjoy living here because there is a good community and whilst for the out of season holiday maker it can seem very quiet, it is one of those places that you need a local friend guide or good estate agent to establish what goes on here and believe me we have fun with more friends thatn wee can cope with. It can also be a healthier lifestyle for those who live here or enjoy part time second home as the sun is convivial to being outside and for sports and recreational activities. For our family the social life and sporting life is wonderful and the fact that our children live in a very safe friendly environment is a massive plus side. Sotogrande international school
Sotogrande a special location in Spain

Monday, April 28, 2014

Is it the time to buy a property in Spain? Choices to be made as the property market starts to warm up

Expat inquiries are on the Up in Sotogrande Spain As the Spanish property market starts to turn its no wonder interest in buying a property on the Sotogrande private residential estate is rapidly improving. Yet the prices remain a lot lower than they were in 2007 but for how long? Maybe now is the right time for that investment abroad Sotogrande in Southern Spain is one of the largest private residential estates in Europe with its own port, Marina developments surrounded by beach, forest, and mountains and bisected by the Guadiaro River. In essence the ideal location for a wonderful full time family lifestyle or alternatively a great safe holiday home location where you can enjoy fishing,golf,tennis,sailing,riding,polo and cycling to name but a few. The development is gated with security cameras in and out whilst Securitas continually patrol the estate and man gates 24 hours a day and are always a phone call away. One of the reasons that people love Sotogrande is the fact that it has a strong community bonded by a wonderful outdoor lifestyle. Many families have children attending the Sotogrande international school which is attended by over 650 children ages between 3years to 18 years studying on the ever popular International Baccalaureate curriculum. Whilst there are many that live in Sotogrande full time there are also many seasonal regulars. People myself included look forward to holiday periods when my circle of friends doubles with families coming and staying for Easter or the whole of the summer. For many of these seasonal regulars you often see fathers commuting during the holidays knowing the family are happy staying in this safe environment. In the last 18 months the Swedish, Danish, Belgium's, & French have been prevalent in looking for bargains and now with the UK property market taking off we are seeing an increase in British buyers. The choice of property can only be described as diverse and for this reason I say that Sotogrande caters for everyone. So if you are looking for a home on the water with boat moored outside, an apartment overlooking a championship golf course, a mountainside home with ocean views or maybe a riverside property or even an apartment on an island then Sotogrande has the choice. This grand upmarket estate boasts multi-million pound luxury villas upto 15 million euros, waterside apartments from 250.000,00 euros and an alfresco lifestyle and climate second to none. So here are some examples of good value buys currently on offer in our area. Here is a detached villa in a complex within the larger complex located on one of the Coasts most exclusive upmarket golf courses with stunning views. This property was originally sold 8 years ago costing the current owner over 1.3 million euros and can now be yours for cerca 550.000,00 euros
The golf club house as well as riding stables and kids adventure park are all within a minutes walk. Maybe you are looking to retire here and cannot find quite what you want. Then consider buying this plot of land again frontline golf with views towards the sea. Maybe we can rent you a long term villa whilst the build is in progress. This land was bought for cerca 1.1 million euros and you can now buy it for 400.000,00 euros. A very good price for just over an acre of land. The house next door was recently valued for over 7 million. Click on this link to see the plot of land La Reserva golf resort Sotogrande For waterside living some of these apartments once cost over 700.000,00 now under 400,000.00 euros
This 6 bedroom luxury villa is front-line golf and located on one of Sotograndes premier locations enjoying panoramic golf and sea views.
waterside apartments in the marina where apartments are for sale with berths on the doorstep should you want to rent or buy a berth. Here is a link to a berth for sale near the beach. If the sea isnt for you maybe a home at one of the highest points on Sotogrande. Apartments overlooking a beautiful lake and the golf course countryside beyond
As an agent formerly selling property on Sandbanks in Dorset I have seen recessions and lived through the recovery. Just like Sandbanks these wealth locations are the place to buy when the recovery starts. Get in at the right time and you maybe buying into a home whose value in a few years time will once again go beyond your reach.

Friday, May 14, 2010

The Hideaways Club An investment and a holiday

In Sotogrande Spain, Tailor Made estate agents

are appointed to promote and sell shares in a property fund that invests in Luxury Villas around the world. This is an investment in freehold property with the advantage that you can stay in anyone of the stunning locations. Those who bought into The Hideaways club 4 years ago have seen the investment rise in value. A share 4 years ago would have cost just over 170,000 pounds. Now to buy a full share costs over 245,000 so profit despite the recession. The portfolio stands at 26 properties and more are added each year.
For those who are interested there is a fully equipped beautiful villa right here in Sotogrande.

We have been promoting this investment to a number of merchant banks who are under pressure to reduce bonus payments so need to find alternative solutions to renumerate high performers. Why not buy into The Hideaways and offer your high performer 6 weeks in luxury villas in stunning locations , or maybe use the villas for high level meetings between directors. For the bank this renumeration to staff can be shown as an assett investment.

This form of investment works well for those who dont want to have the hassle of maintaining a property abroad or who do not like to holiday in the same place. If 6 weeks is not enough you can add additional weeks by buying more weeks.

If you need to sell then the administrators are obliged contractually to sell 1 second hand share for every 2 new shares sold. To date none of the 150 members have asked to sell their share which is a testimonial in itself.

see pictures of the houses click on this link

call francis 0034 956790320 to discuss further or we can send you a pack with all the information www.tailormadesotogrande.com email sales@tailormadesotogrande.com