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PROPERTY NEWS Why Buy in Spain?

Spain has a great variety of landscapes, from mountains and lakes in the north to sandy beaches, olive groves and vineyards in the south. The drive from Burgos in the north-west to Malaga in the south-east takes you through so many different panoramas; you could be forgiven for thinking you are driving through several different countries. For years the southeastern Mediterranean coast has been one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations and is the place of choice for most British second homes. However, in recent years the north-west (Galicia) with its craggy shores on the Atlantic is attracting a large amount of attention amongst buyers looking for more rural retreats away from the tourist hubs of the Costas - at more sensible prices.

Only in the last two or three decades, and since Spain’s entry into the European Union, have things really begun to move ahead and to modernise. For those who live in the countryside however, life remains quite traditional and unchanged, blissfully so to visitors who look back to a more intimate and unspoilt village life that is long past in most countries.

People are also attracted by the relaxed and slower way of life in Spain and the culinary delights like paella and tortillas are legendary... and affordable. Overall, there are loads of reasons that Spain is the number one destination for Britons buying abroad.

Legalities Based on news stories about property buyers in Spain having their property demolished, I think it’s safe to say that buyers now realise that it’s not only imperative to get a solicitor, but it’s absolutely necessary to get a good solicitor.

Another vital factor is that you need to find a solicitor who is independent from the estate agent, developer or company showing you the properties, so that you know the solicitor is working for you and not the property professional. Some solicitors may draw up a contract of sale which is in favour of the estate agent (or end seller), and the reason behind this is quite disingenuous. By safeguarding the agent the solicitors will be assured of retaining their valuable business. Compare your one transaction to the many the solicitor stands to gain from the agent or developer and you will understand the clear conflict of interest here.

Getting Started Buying a property and living in Spain is straightforward if you are a national from another EEC (European Economic Community) country.

If however, your nationality falls outside the Euro zone you may be able to buy a property but there might be time restrictions as to how long you can stay in the country. Furthermore, there are

certain guidelines as to work permits for non EEC nationals. You can find out information pertinent to you by accessing the Spanish Embassy website or through a variety of internet websites. There are also specialist emigration organisations that will often do a free consultation letting you know your options.

Finance In Spain purchase costs could be 10%+ over and above the purchase price and when considering the dramatic changes in currency exchange rates, this percentage could climb much higher. So, if your property price is £100,000 it could cost £110,000 (or more) by the time you complete and take possession of the property. It’s important from the start that you clearly understand how much a property will cost you as this will determine what price range you can look at.

While researching the Internet, attending property trade shows and emailing estate agents, start to

investigate what is included in the property price versus what gets added on. In Spain the purchase price includes the estate agency fee (usually 5%, but nowadays maybe 3%). For all property and land, 10% of the purchase price is paid as a transfer tax that goes to the Spanish Treasury.

In addition, there are notary fees and a land/ property registration fee, which varies according to the purchase price of the property. Also consider solicitors and mortgage fees. Solicitors usually charge 1% of the purchase price + VAT at 21%.

Make sure that you have done your homework and that you are using a reliable and trustworthy solicitor.

This may include asking for personal referrals - and these must not include your developer or agent - or using specialised Spanish websites. If the solicitor does not fully comprehend English or you have any reservations at all - move on and find someone else. Your solicitor will review the sale agreement, verify titles, and carry out other checks to ensure that you’re protected. They, or a notary, may be responsible for paying any taxes and registering the property with the land registry if this is required.

Charges vary for legal and notary services but can cost around 1% to 2% of the sale value of the property. In Spain the cost is determined by the government.

You need to bear in mind that the legal system in Spain may not work in your favour if trouble strikes, so it is of paramount importance that you hire qualified people who can ensure that you do not have to take legal action. Don’t put yourself in the position of needing legal redress. You may have the law on your side but the legal system abroad can keep you tied up for years and cost a fortune.

Make sure you - and your solicitor - get it right from the start and the purchase will move forward easily, most purchases in Spain do, you only hear about those that don’t.

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A real estate revival The 2015 predictions for the Spanish property market are by all accounts looking good now that Spanish property prices are stabilising expert predict that this year could become a turning point for the real estate markets.

Spain’s National Statistics Institute indicates that the year-on-year sale of homes in Spain has increased by 2.2%. In 2014 there were a total of 319,389 transactions which shows a positive turnaround after three years of decline.

The resale property market has seen the biggest year-on-year growth and after three years of continued decline, home sales transactions are showing positive results following property price adjustments.

Forecasts Spanish property prices are expected to maintain their present course of year on year improvements. This uplifting news is joined by positive forecasts from by Euroconstruct, a network of 19 European research institutes, who expect that for the first time since the crisis, Spanish residential construction output will grow by 2 -5% in 2015. And it doesn’t stop there. 2016 should see a 5-9% rise, followed by 9-11% in 2017. In short, according to Euroconstruct this year will mark the start of a full recovery. The only stumbling block could possibly be the recent crash of the Russian rouble as up until now Russian investment has contributed significantly to the increase in sales.

Although the banks are also relaxing their attitude and appear to be ready to deal on distressed properties offering mortgages they are still imposing strict conditions, but all in all, the outlook for potential purchasers appears to be quite good.

Localised Growth Nationally experts remain cautious. Improvement in the Spanish property market are still highly localised, the more popular areas of Marbella and Benahavis, who have already witnessed a slow growth which began as far back as 2013 will see the biggest price increases this year and this is because the existing stock of high quality properties is currently being snapped up extremely quickly thus resulting in a scenario whereby demand outstrips supply. Areas such as Mijas and Benalmádena who still maintain a lot of stock will show some growth but nothing in comparison to that of Marbella and the surrounding areas.

New Developments Also expected to give the market a boost is the launch of attractive new property developments, here in Marbella we have the “World Marbella” which has attracted a lot of attention with many units already sold off-plan. It is highly unlikely that construction cranes will suddenly appear across the landscape, but as new supply becomes available wealthy foreign investors will look to take advantage of Spain’s new “golden visa” programme for non-EU residents.

On the whole, it was concluded that 2015 will be a good year for buyers, as one of the most luxurious and soughtafter areas in southern Spain, Marbella still offers enough growth potential to be an attractive investment, within varying budgets which is something buyers will be keen to target.

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FROM OLD FOUNDATIONS to NEW BEGINNINGS CASA RIO VISTA

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n outstanding Andalucian stone dwelling recreated from a strong artisan building dating back over 100 years, refurbished to exacting standards using classic materials recovered from the region. Recently completed and finished but not fully occupied the property is located in an elevated position on the edge of Benaojan Estacion village. Nestling in a verdant enclave on a gentle hillside with breathtaking distant hill views above the picturesque fast flowing fresh water River Guadiaro teeming with fish. A very private peaceful sanctuary in a natural park that is also adjacent to the unique single track modernised railway line that links Gibraltar via San Roque with Ronda, a train journey of approximately one hour from the village station. There are three trains each way per day therefore making Gibraltar commutable. Ronda about 7 miles away by road from Benaojan has ongoing train connections to Cordoba, Madrid and all other major towns with links to Spain’s high speed rail network. The property is on the edge of

the village and is approached along a narrow lane and entered through electrically operated tall oak timber gates with a TV entry system. The gates open onto an inner side drive of white marble chippings that leads beyond the house and garden ultimately to an ample parking space with two spaces in a rustic shaded area at the far end of the property.

The imposing pillared and canopied entrance is flanked by colourful verdant planting and the house is entered through original antique pine doors after climbing six low rise stone steps reclaimed from a centuries old church in Cordoba.

Adjacent to the entrance hall with a reclaimed original stone floor and pine beamed ceiling are a cloakroom with WC and a services store facility. The store houses the mains electricity switchboard and the control unit for an integrated vacuum system that operates throughout the house with multiple connections on ground and first floors. A ground floor double bedroom annexe is accessed from the entrance hall up a few

steps with oak ceiling beams, built in wardrobe and access to an adjacent spacious external raised terrace. Double doors with small panes of bevelled glass lead off the hall to the extensive kitchen and dining room. The adjacent relaxing double aspect Summer Lounge has timber glazed access doors opening onto a South facing breakfast terrace with 300 year old terracotta paving slabs recovered from Ronda and is shaded by an ivy and grape vine clad pergola. Double antique doors lead off the main lounge into the Winter Lounge with a full height traditional Andalucian wood burning open feature fireplace. This cosy triple aspect room contains the study area with bookcases and work-station with internet facility and terrestrial and Sky TV facilities.

The Winter lounge also overlooks a South facing breakfast terrace draped by the canopy of a mature walnut tree. The Rustic kitchen has timber fronted units that are formed in a U shaped arrangement and include a high level integrated

Zanussi electric oven, an electric hob plus a separate gas hob, a double bowl sink unit, a Bush dish washer, a range of floor and wall cupboards, a tall fridge freezer and a tall pine decorative dresser. The dining area is immediately adjacent to the kitchen which overlooks the South facing garden and is fitted with a full width wine rack at high level across one wall. Antique double glazed doors lead back into the Summer Lounge.

A sweeping eliptical staircase with a geometric oak beamed canopy above leads to the first floor containing four double en-suite bedrooms, three with Juliette balconies. Accessed from the landing hallway is an extensive walk out elevated planted terrace that overlooks the South facing garden. Another elevated terrace containing a secluded area with a feature timber hot tub that can be accessed from two of the bedrooms is located at the opposite end of the first floor. A loft hatch with an integrated step ladder is located above the landing hallway giving access to an extensive lofty roof space which provides abundant walk round storage and contains the hot water storage cylinder.

The property has been meticulously restored in a luxurious ‘Grand Design’ style into a beautiful contemporary presentation of a Andalucian dwelling with many unique and quirky features and vaulted ceilings in many areas. Original antique materials, many beautifully patinated, have been sourced locally from classic old buildings including antique timber doors, original stone steps, original stone and dressed marble floors, vaulted ceilings, exposed stone rustic walls, stone columns, display niches with glass shelves, old oak beams, window shutters and hand made glazed and terracotta wall tiles are featured extensively. Ground floor windows are fitted externally with reclaimed ‘rejas’ - traditional wrought iron bars.

Services embrace mains water, electricity and drainage, bottled gas for the gas hob, oil fired central heating boiler, solar panels for domestic hot water complimented by an immersion heater only required periodically. Part air conditioning is installed in the Winter Lounge and study and the principal bedroom and with under floor heating in the en-suite bathroom. There are ceiling fans in most rooms and decorative ceiling and wall light fittings. Internet connection and Sky and local TV facilities and wiring for surround sound are installed. External electrics for feature and floodlighting and power for pumps and other equipment are provided together with electrically operated entrance gates with TV entry and burglar alarm system.

A covered facility area runs the full length at the rear house and is accessed from outside. One section contains a utility unit reached from the side raised terrace containing a work bench and shelving, washing machine and tumble dryer and the Ferroli central heating and hot water boiler. The other section houses a sports equipment and bicycle store and contains two oil storage tanks for the central heating boiler.

The low maintenance lush garden is filled with a variety of exotic plants and a highly decorative raised goldfish pond with fountain planted with Lillies and Water Reeds and the whole attractive feature is illuminated at night. Planting includes: six Eucaliptus trees, five 200 year old Olive trees, three Palm trees, two Magnolia Grandeflora, two Orange trees, two Lemon trees, various Cyprus trees, Fig tree, mature Walnut tree, Jacoranda, Bourganvilla, Nisboro, Ivy, Estralixia and numerous shrubs. A traditional small scale Aqueduct irrigation system has been devised for the garden and created using free natural year round mountain stream water captured by an initial holding tank. The viaduct then feeds a larger landscaped rock pool that offers not only an irrigation system but also a natural and very stimulating fresh water facility.

Benaojan Estacion village is an attractive traditional working Pueblo with the nationally acclaimed ‘Molino del Santo’ boutique hotel owned and operated by an English couple from Bristol who have been the proprietors for 29 years. The hotel has been awarded the accolade of the second best ‘Boutique Hotel’ in the whole of Spain and has been presented with a Certificate of Excellence for five consecutive years and entered into the Trip Advisor ’Hall of Fame’ a well deserved honour.

There are also two other good quality traditional restaurants in the village that serve exceptional local food and also a small but well stocked food provisions store. Noted recent visitors to Benaojan include David & Samantha Cameron, Michael Portillo and Jamie Oliver.

The Region is the home of the natural park of Sierra de Grazalema with its mountain peaks and highly varied flora and fauna where the hills are dotted with clinging Pueblo Blancos decorated with brightly coloured potted plants. The green hilltops and blue skies create spectacular scenery with frequent explosions of colour and wildlife abounds. The sophisticated old Roman town of Ronda with the original and oldest Bullring in Spain is 10 minutes drive away and is a ‘Gourmet Haven’ and the third most visited town in Spain.

Ronda was an old haunt of Ernest Hemmingway and was recently visited by Michelle Obama. The late Prince Alfonso de Hohenlohe, founder of the Marbella Club in 1954, famously remarked: ‘Everywhere I sought my dreamed of City and at last I have found it in Ronda’.

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MANSION Group consists of a passionate team of professionals in constant search for excellence and with the ambition to contribute to the preservation and enrichment of the wonderful heritage that lies behind the beautiful villas of the Costa del Sol. Architect, engineer, technicians and workers at MANSION Group bring together their knowledge and expertise to serve the most discerning clientele.

Our team is trilingual in French, Spanish and English and, given that each of our villas is tailor made, we develop specific solutions for each project, so that we can exceed your expectations, while being compliant with existing rules of art and regulations.

We carry most of our work with our own staff and equipment. We also offer 3D animations for a better understanding of our projects before their implementation, which help envisioning the final outcome and avoid unnecessary additional costs.

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If you are considering purchasing a plot, we may facilitate a free of charge counselling service

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The residential area Altos de los Monteros is a unique natural reserve in Marbella, immersed in a green landscape environment with breath-taking views over the sea and the Costa del Sol bay. Its privileged location in a clean and relaxing surrounding is at the same time at easy reach from any facilities you may require.

You will find Marbella’s lovely city centre with its well-preserved pedestrian Old Town at only a few minutes drive. Even closer than that, the Costa del Sol main hospital and one of the most prestigious areas, Bahia de Marbella, lay at the bottom of the valley, where you will find beaches with natural dunes and beachfront restaurants serving traditional Spanish cuisine.

The area of El Rosario is located 5 minutes away, offering two of the best bilingual international schools, a tennis club including a gym and Pilates studio, and various shops, restaurants, supermarkets and access to beautiful beaches.

For a wider shopping offer, La Cañada shopping mall is located at 10 minutes drive, where to find a big international supermarket, cinemas, beauty

centres, restaurants, bars, and all offer in national and international brands for fashion, cosmetics, books, and gadgets.

Whether you are a keen golfer or you are willing to learn, three of the most prestigious golf courses in the Costa del Sol surround Altos de los Monteros.

Rio Real Golf -which includes its own 5-star boutique hotel-, Santa Clara Golf -with a golf academy and charming social club-, and Marbella Golf & Country Club, also featuring an elegant social club and golf academy, as well as tennis courts.

5-star accommodation facilities are also located at a few kilometres, such as Los Monteros Hotel, featuring a SPA and a fabulous beach club.

Altos de los Monteros is defined as an area where to live peacefully. Surrounded by nature and within reach of all the amenities that Marbella has to offer, Altos de los Monteros is a valuable investment for the future, with existing area projects that will improve its facilities and incorporate new services.

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Price from: 995.000 â‚Ź 4 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, 1 guest toilet, Lounge + dining room, Kitchen, carport for 2 cars, Swimming pool, covered an uncovered terraces.

Plot: 1.509 m2 _____________________________ Living surface: 412 m2 _____________________________ Terraces: 272 m2 _____________________________ Covered terrace: 110 m2 _____________________________ Pool: 50 m2 _____________________________

Description of the plot and the area: Stunning views to all the coast, south-west facing plot, green zone in front. Peaceful area, 10 min. to Marbella center, 5 min. to the best beaches of Los Monteros.

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Villa Ivy There’s no better place to relax and unwind than by a dazzling swimming pool. Whether it’s basking in the sunshine, taking a refreshing dip to cool down, or sipping a cocktail with your toes in the water, pools are the pièce de résistance of many second homes. These stunning properties across the globe all feature one-of-a-kind pools which should entice everyone to take the plunge.

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Villa Ivy is a majestic property bordering a picturesque bay on the south side of Brac Island. The 500sqm, four bedroom home is spread over three floors and features a gymnasium, wine cellar, home office and private mooring.

The villa’s main feature is the spectacular infinity edged swimming pool with uninterrupted views over the serene bay. For those that love outdoor living, the property is perfect for entertaining, whether it’s enjoying the views from the pool or diving off the floating dock below. The architectural design combines modern lines with traditional materials to complement the villa’s surroundings and offers open-plan living enhanced with floor to ceiling retractable windows.

Turtle Point The newest villa in Rocksure’s Crystal Fund is the spectacular Turtle Point which overlooks Antigua’s breath-taking Nonsuch Bay. The property’s glass terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows open out to the impressive infinity pool boasting striking views over the coastline - the perfect spot for a relaxing sundowner or invigorating early morning swim.

Specialists in shared equity ownership, Rocksure offers the chance to own a share of this incredible property from as little as £115,000. Founded in 2006, the company specialises in co-ownership of a portfolio of luxury properties via various Funds. Each of the properties can be enjoyed by investors for a generous number of nights each year over the life of the Fund. The apartments and villas are located in some of the world’s most coveted destinations and investors will be able

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Abama Luxury Residences Located in Guía de Isora on the west coast of Tenerife, the Abama Custom Villa Plots occupy front line positions on the golf course. Each plot allows owners to custom-design their dream home including bespoke swimming pools featuring panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean and the island of La Gomera. With an average annual temperature of 18-24 °C, the Abama resort is the perfect year-round destination for poolside living

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SPAIN

The wider Abama resort features amenities of the highest calibre with access to 10 restaurants (two of which have a total of 3 Michelin stars between them) the Ritz-Carlton, Abama hotel,

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La Manga Club Established over 40 years ago, La Manga Club is a mecca for sports and wellness enthusiasts boasting some of the finest tennis, golf and football facilities in the whole of Europe. It has 28 tennis courts, 8 football pitches and 3 immaculate golf courses as well as volley ball, boules and padel courts, over 15 restaurants and bars, a 5* hotel, 4* apart hotel, indoor and outdoor pools, an expansive 2000sqm spa, fitness centre and a rustic beach.

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At the epicentre of the resort’s existing communities sit two rare plots that have just become available. These vast 2,000sqm plots have space to build breath-taking infinity pools with views over the Mar Menor and the national park which rolls out beyond the resort boundaries. Each

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L’Amandier Just an hour from the hustle and bustle of the city of Marrakech, L’Amandier is a boutique 12 acre estate with just fourteen villas and a luxury hotel set for soft opening in October 2015. Designed by London-based architect Nick Gowing, the resort has established a new architectural vernacular marrying elegant modern living with traditional Moroccan heritage.

L’Amandier’s final villas in phase 1 has just been released. Each feature stunning pools with uninterrupted 360 degree views over the Atlas Mountains and surrounding National Park.

Set in the midst of the most tranquil and serene landscape, there is plenty of space for outdoor entertaining as the sun sets over the peaks of the stunning Atlas Mountains.

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Площадь виллы 699 м2 | Площадь участка 2.185 м2 4 спальни с ванными комнатами Современная вилла в La Alqueria (Бенавис) Цена 3.700.000 евро

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AL FRESCO

the epitome of Eng lish summer

ENGLAND 1759 CELEBRATING 50 YEARS

W I L D ST R AW BE R RY

Las Sirenas

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TOTAL LAND AREA: Approx. 20 hectares (194.039m²) including 6 hectares of formal garden.

DEVELOPMENT OF LAND:

The local Town Hall has given outline planning permission for approximately 42.000m² or roof area to be built on the land.

MAIN HOUSE: Approx. 2.300m² including terraces, porches, conservatory, garages, workshops and grotto.

GUEST HOUSE: Approx. 140m² 3 Bedrooms, all en-suite plus lounge and kitchen.

GUARD HOUSE: Approx. 110m² 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge and kitchen.

TOTAL BUILT AREA: Approx 2.550m² including main house, guest house and guard house. +16 BEDROOMS:

6 Bedrooms in Rococo wing, all en-suit and recently refurbished.

This wing is on 4 floors including basement, all reached by internal lift.

2 Bedrooms and 1 bathroom in the secret Moorish suite.

2 Bedroom with en-suite bathroom off kitchen.

3 Bedroom Guest House - 3 Bedrooms, all en-suite plus lounge and kitchen.

4 Bedroom Guest House - 4 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus lounge and kitchen.

Moorish lounge chamber/harem has beds and interconnected sleeping alcove.

OUTDOOR POOL AREA:

Includes large interconnecting pool, kitchen, bathroom, dressing room, gym and playroom.

INDOOR POOL:

Stunning Indoor Pool, Turkish baths/Hammam with interconnected hot room, warm room and cold room.

GARAGES:

6 Car garage by main house and additional garage by guard house.

MANY ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

Cinema Room, Tennis Court, 3 fresh water wells.

Price on application

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Gibraltar

Morocco Santa Maria Polo Club Valderama Golf Club

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Sotogrande Sailing Club Maps Š Google.com

• The Rococo Wing now comprises of 6 refurbished bedrooms, all en-suite, with many neoclassical features • All 4 floors of the Rococo Wing are accessible by lift • The Hammam to the North east of the property have domed roofs • The haute relief figures, holding the exterior library window surrounds, are just some of the many architectural designs to be found

• Very secluded location • Easy access from Mediterranean/Costa Del Sol Motorway intersection • Discrete 1 kilometre service road to estate gates • Hi-tech security system arms gate • Manned guardhouse • 200 meter cobblestone driveway curving to front entrance • Large square courtyard with impressive lava rock water feature • East facing main entrance • Mature indigenous stone pine and cypress trees, shield property from sun and wind • Stone Greek sphinxes at gates, surrounding fountains and on front porch • Left of entrance is the Rococo Wing comprising of 6 recently refurbished en-suite bedrooms • The bedrooms have French windows and balconies overlooking the sunken garden • 4 floors including basement all access by internal lift • Classical architectural features

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This summer marked a significant moment in the regeneration of central Gibraltar as work began on the luxury Midtown development.

The first phase of the project will deliver 4 residential buildings, Lexington, Burlinton, Arlington & Providence (which will be home to 91 apartments and 6 penthouses and will include a roof top swimming pool and gardens) along with Madison that

brings 7,000 m2 of office space over 12 floors and overall 1000m2 of street level commercial space.

Naomi Quigley, Brand & Marketing Coordinator for the project, said “Midtown is evidence of the progress Gibraltar is making in terms of investing in a solid and secure future for everyone that enjoys life on our unique Rock” she continued

“the development will enhance the heart of Gibraltar, bringing life to a previously underused but central area. With select shops, well chosen restaurants, beautiful green areas and leisure amenities available to all and of course all just below simply stunning residences and offices, Midtown will prove to be the most desirable place to live, work and play” Readers might be interested to know

the reasoning behind the seemingly stateside theme to the project that spans 4.3 acres in the heart of Gibraltar.

Naomi Quigley explained “The name Midtown

evolved

quite

naturally,

due to the central location, when development of this site was first mooted a few years back, and of course there is an logical association to the original Midtown in the U.S”

Perhaps not surprisingly, midtown Manhattan is the Americas greatest commercial, entertainment and media district and houses the country’s largest business community. “In giving Midtown (Gibraltar) a full identity, we wanted to move away from the usual well-used military and sea references and reflect on something of where we are now and our next evolution as a country and a community. The New England towns that the various areas of the development are named after, not only make for great sounding addresses, but also hold a deeper meaning. There is a strong synergy between the early founding fathers and the people of Gibraltar at this point in time. The pilgrims were brave, entrepreneurial individuals that

“Midtown is evidence of the progress Gibraltar is making in terms of investing in a solid and secure future for everyone that enjoys life on our unique Rock”

sought freedom and independence and we too are a frontier community with a people determined to forge their own destiny and secure freedom of choice” As the artist’s impressions and plans of the project circulate, it is clear to see that Midtown has been skillfully designed to provide a contemporary and sustainable hub of residential, commercial and corporate buildings with a strong emphasis on providing green spaces for comfortable living and the whole community. Recent studies by the University of Exeter show that living near parks and gardens in cities or towns actually boosts mental well-being and that these positive benefits are significantly long lasting. Naomi expanded on this ‘green focus’ being one of the

key objectives in the process “When space is at a premium in a place such as Gibraltar, developers often make the mistake try to maximize every scrap of financial potential and as a result sacrifice some of the things that make for a real home and quality of life. With Midtown a great deal of care has been taken to think about the interior of each apartment, balcony & terrace, the lobbies, the courtyards, the private gardens and public park, all with the objective of creating a really desirable place to live long term. Equally, the areas that are to be used for corporate offices and commercial outlets have had the same amount of forward vision applied and once complete, the development will be an asset to Gibraltar for many generations to come.”

Please turn over to view some of the spectacular apartment floorplans still available in phase 1 of Midtown

Apartments still available in phase 1 CLAREMONT

£670,000

FROM

HARVARD

Queensway

£620,000

Queensway

Available on floors: | 5 | 6 | 7 |

Lexington

FROM

Key:

• No. of Bedrooms: 3 • Gross Internal Area: 138.34 m2 • Balcony Area: 18.25 m2

Burlington

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Living Space Bedroom Space Sanitary Space Circulation Storage

Available on floors: | 3 | 5 | 6 | 7 |

Lexington

Living Space Bedroom Space Sanitary Space Circulation Storage

• No. of Bedrooms: 3 • Gross Internal Area: 132.88 m2 • Balcony Area: 16.84 m2

Burlington

Arlin

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Balcony

Balcony

18.25 m2

16.84 m2

Living & Dining 33.78 m2

Living & Dining 31.35 m2

Kitchen

Kitchen

12.36 m2

12.31 m2

Utility

Utility

Bathroom

En-suite

5.64 m2

6.79 m2

En-suite

Bathroom

5.25 m2

5.23 m2

Hall

Hall

17.82 m2

20.09 m2

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 1 Bedroom 3

18.68 m2

18.35 m2

14.57 m2

LIBERTY

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£650,000

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

21.67 m2

13.10 m2

12.62 m2

WARWICK

Queensway

FROM

£495,000

Queensway

Available on floor: | 6 |

Lexington

Bedroom 1

• No. of Bedrooms: 3 • Gross Internal Area: 113.86 m2 • Balcony Area: 38.67 m2

Burlington

Arlin

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Available on floors: | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |

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Arlington

Key:

• No. of Bedrooms: 2 • Gross Internal Area: 112.00 m2 • Balcony Area: 9.70 m2

Providence

Living Space Bedroom Space Sanitary Space Circulation Storage

Balcony 9.70 m2

Balcony 38.67 m2

Living & Dining 39.20 m2

Living & Dining

Kitchen

35.31 m2

10.80 m2

Kitchen Utility

10.55 m2

Bathroom 5.30 m2

En-suite

Bathroom

5.89 m2

4.35 m2

Hall

Hall

12.44 m2

13.30 m2

En-Suite 5.60 m2

Bedroom 1 23.47 m2

Bedroom 2 12.45 m2

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 1

13.90 m2

15.70 m2

Disclaimer This layout is for marketing purposes only and does not constitute an offer or contract of any kind but is for general guidance and information purposes only and should therefore not be relied on as containing statements or representations of fact.

Accordingly all statements and particulars evidenced herein are made without responsibility or warranty on the part of the vendor, lessor and/or their agents and it is incumbent on any prospective purchaser/lessee to satisfy themselves as to their accuracy. The vendors reserve the right to amend and/or withdraw the same at any time without notice.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: MIDTOWN DEVELOPMENT +350 200 43511 | info@midtown.gi | www.midtown.gi

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