Like many raised in Israel, Assaf Avissar began traveling immediately after completing his obligatory military service. Curious and passionate about understanding people from many backgrounds, he worked his way around the world, immersing himself in many cultures. Long stays in such places as Sydney, Costa Rica, Brazil, and New York helped shape Assaf's concept of where he would (and wouldn't) eventually want to settle down. Arriving in San Diego to visit a friend, Assaf quickly knew he had found home. "It was different than anywhere: beautiful, laid-back, diverse, surrounded by great surfing — a place where your community is your family. It felt like freedom. This is the good life!" said Assaf, now a San Diego local for over 20 years and a proud U.S. citizen.
And San Diego, it seemed, was ready for his international brand of hustle. Assaf quickly gained a reputation for his dedication to his clients' needs — putting himself in their shoes, understanding their needs and wants, and refusing to let them down. Based on past experience with his family's real estate business, Assaf chose to become an agent just when the market seemed at its worst, mentoring with Penny Nathan as she was founding Ascent Real Estate (now Coldwell Banker West). Where others saw hardship, they explored the opportunity to create win-win situations and help clients thrive in tough times. Assaf says, "We set out to prove that honesty was an asset, not a weakness; focusing on the client, not the commission, is the only way to provide true value." As a result, Assaf is always in demand.
Assaf specializes in Metro and coastal properties; with his wide professional network and supportive team, he serves all of San Diego County with a deep familiarity for the area's unique communities and market conditions. With his unique combination of empathy and hustle, Assaf helps buyers and sellers make the most of a home sale with the least amount of stress.
Assaf was recommended to us from a family friend and we could not be happier! He instantly built rapport with us and we felt we could truly trust him right off the bat. As first time home buyers...we knew nothing! Assaf took so much time breaking everything down and explaining every step of the way. I can confidently say Assaf had our best interest in mind and made sure we got exactly what we wanted. Once we entered escrow Stephanie was extremely helpful making a very stressful process go smoothly. She was very patient answering many questions from us and helping us get what we wanted from the seller. Overall, we are so happy and grateful for Assaf and Stephanie’s knowledge of the market, attention to detail, loyalty to their customer, and negotiation skills. We can’t wait to move in to our dream home!
- Carly
Assaf Helped me out to purchase my first home in San Diego and made my move from Seattle to San Diego as easy as it can be. I think that his responsiveness was one of the most important attribute that helped this deal to be successful. He was very knowledgeable about the neighborhood and area and knew what to match to my wants and needs.
- Jon We worked with Assaf and his team to sell our property in San Diego while living in Kansas City (after working with him to buy it a few years ago). We are so pleased with how smooth the process went and also with the price we got for it. We completely trust Assaf to advise and represent us. With San Diego not being our primary residence, we rely on him to educate us on the different neighborhoods of San Diego. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the pros and cons of buying in different areas. We are currently using Assaf to help us find a new property. He keeps us informed of new and coming soon listings, is always available and immediately responsive. He has spent countless hours taking us to see new listings and has been very patient with us as we have taken our time and changed our minds a few times. I cannot recommend Assaf and his team more highly. There is no one else I'd want to work with when buying or selling in San Diego!
- Liz
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For those who only want the best! With breathtaking views spanning the airport, harbor, bay waterfront and Coronado, this unit offers lots of natural light and a floor plan with 3 BR, 3.5 BA, den, and spacious terrace. The residence features a bright and open layout with expansive windows for enjoying the spectacular views, a custom-designed kitchen, state-of-the-art appliances, top-of-the-line closet organizers, two side-by-side parking spaces and a private storage unit. It is just steps from the waterfront, Seaport Village, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and the Embarcadero. Pacific Gates offers the ultimate in luxury high-rise living with amenities such as a concierge, business center, yacht share program, pool, spa, cabanas, fitness center, steam room and sauna, and a pet retreat
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Glamping hasn’t lost its luster. According to a report by Allied Research, the global glamping market generated $2.68 in 2021, and is projected to reach $7.11 billion by 2031. The Four Seasons has found a space to capitalize on the The luxury hotel brand continues to expand into this terrain new crop of luxury stays that interpret the glamour-meetscamping movement with the Four Seasons’ signature style, elegance and service.
most recent of its tented luxury stays comes out of Punta Mita, Naviva, a Four Seasons Resort, hailed as “the brand’s adult-only tented resort in the Americas,” and will be open arrivals beginning December 1, 2022.
Mexico’s Pacific coast, within the Riviera Nayarit, Naviva located at the northern tip of Bahía de Banderas on the same peninsula as Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita and just 45 minutes Puerto Vallarta International Airport. The first-of-its-kind offers only 15 luxury tents nestled amid 48 forested acres designed by Luxury Frontiers – all with private plunge pools, Naviva one of the smallest Four Seasons resorts in the Also making it a standout is the resort’s offering of certified who can interface one-on-one with guests on everything “the culture and character of Mexico,” says Parrotta, to biophilia. Adds Ronny Fernández, Resort Manager for Naviva: location tucked in a cliffside forest creates the feeling of disconnected in a faraway destination, when in reality, only a short flight away from the U.S.”
is a celebration of biophilic design – an architectural approach that connects people to their natural surroundings. arrival, guests are immediately met by their guide on a cocoon-inspired bamboo bridge overlooking a deep forest Each stand-alone luxury tent features spacious indoor and areas that seamlessly blend together. An open-air living and a separate bedroom flow to a private plunge pool and expansive deck with a hammock and outdoor shower. Indirect connections to nature are also created via interior textures and that mimic natural patterns found in the environment.
Getting the Local Experience individual transformation as its focus, Naviva encourages to explore their passions and discover new ones with guides. Sometimes it’s the simple things – like sampling small-batch Mexican coffees, stargazing or joining in sunset
rituals. Local talents will also be brought in to bring the authentic character and heritage of Mexico to Naviva, whether it’s visiting a local artist at his private home and studio or something more, unconventional, like nocturnal forest bathing.
Traditional hotel wellness offerings get a Naviva twist too. Naviva offers a series of intimate spaces including two spa pods tucked away in the lush forest, a traditional Mexican temazcal or “house of heat,” an outdoor gym, a serene jungle oasis at the Alma Pool and a private 575-foot (175-meter) expanse of pristine Pacific beachfront – a calming place to practice yoga or mindfulness. An example: if guests are looking for a shift in internal energy, they can take a half-day retreat in one of the cocoon-like spa pods that were inspired by the seed of the local Ceiba tree and provide cocooned refuge. All holistic rituals at Naviva harness the healing properties of indigenous ingredients, from regenerative reishi and hydrating snow mushrooms to natural gemstones and colored clays found throughout Mexico. And guests will have a chance to tend to their physical body as well, with cliffside yoga sessions, scenic hiking and running trails, or strength training in the outdoor open-air gym overlooking the Pacific.
Guests will have their choice of dining options as well. There’s a unique shared gathering space that’s meant to evoke the feeling of being in a living room and kitchen of a private home overlooking the Pacific, with games, reading, conversation, ideas, music and all-natural meals (with a focus on seafood) made with traditional BBQ pits, wood-fire grill rotisseries and wood-fire ovens.
The luxury tents at Naviva start at $3,950 USD per night and include all meals and snacks at any time of the day throughout the Resort, 24-hour in-tent dining, pool and beach service, all beverages including premium wine and spirits, one 60-minute spa treatment per guest, community activities, mind and body classes, Unscripted Naviva experiences, guide planning and intent amenities. Signature Naviva experiences, rare or specialtyordered beverages, additional spa treatments, private classes or training, and airport transfers are available for an additional cost. As part of their booking, Naviva guests also receive full access to the adjacent Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, located just five minutes away. The Resort features ten restaurants and bars, two golf courses, three pools, two beaches and additional spa and fitness facilities.
Discover the colors of Provence among the legendary lavender fields. Walk through the narrow cobblestone streets of this vibrant village and taste the finest wines. It’s time to travel to the fanciest destination in the French Riviera – Saint-Tropez!
Discover the colors of Provence among the legendary lavender fields. Walk through the narrow cobblestone streets of this vibrant village and taste the finest wines. Spend your days admiring the endless beaches of the French coast, stone buildings, breathtaking landscapes, and heritage sites. Where, you ask? It’s time to travel to the fanciest destination in the French Riviera – Saint-Tropez!
Originally a peaceful fisherman and artist village turned sexy hot-spot, thanks to the movie “And God Created Woman” by Roger Vadim, with Brigitte Bardot in the leading role. At that time, Bardot was a sex symbol and the emblem of the emancipation of women and sexual freedom. This movie, shot on the beach “La Ponche” in the village, started her career and, more importantly, the notorious image of Saint-Tropez.
The newest Coldwell Banker France office has just opened its doors in the mesmerizing village of Grimaud, Saint-Tropez called Coldwell Banker Jager Immobilier. “Our goal is to help you transform your life into a dream, and make that dream a reality”, Marketing Assistant, Adinda Hottebart of Coldwell Banker Jager Immobilier. “So many people are dreaming of a home in the South of France, and we want to be the team to make that happen for our clients!” Read on to learn more! Perhaps you may want one too.
Saint-Tropez is a coastal town on the the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region France. Long popular with artists, the the international “jet set” in the 1960s, known for its beaches and nightlife. La Ponche quarter recalls its past as although yachts now outnumber fishing Vieux Port (Old Port).
Saint-Tropez is mostly known for its made leather sandals from “Rondini”. village, Cogolin, is historically known which is highly demanded by palaces, luxurious estates and yachts all around
the French Riviera, in region of southeastern the town attracted 1960s, and remains The cobblestoned as a fishing village, fishing boats in the custom and hand“Rondini”. The next-door known for the tapestry palaces, ambassies, around the world.
POPULATION: 4,867 in Grimaud; 3,851 in Saint-Tropez (which are multiplied by 10 during the summer)
LANGUAGE(S) SPOKEN: French CLIMATE: Mediterranean CURRENCY: Euro
TYPES OF ARCHITECTURE: On the countryside, you might stumble into some old stone houses, whereas the Provencal architecture predominates on the seaside and is characterized by its colorful façades, arches, and Mediterranean gardens.
AVERAGE SALE PRICE: The price per m2 depends mostly of the view and its geographical location starting at 4,000 up to 12,000 €
AVERAGE YEARS IN HOUSE/APT: The selling price of a villa in Grimaud depends on its view and location, so ranges between 1 to 5 million €
