Greece Real Estates and Property for sale News

Easyjet Announce 15 New Routes Across Europe

2009-07-02T17:09:00.003+03:00

Easyjet have announced new destinations and services to add to its european routes. Eight of the 15 new routes will run from UK airports, mainly to winter sun destinations.

The low cost carrier is to serve Paphos and Sharm el Sheikh from Luton; Fuerteventura from Liverpool and Stansted; Lanzarote from Liverpool; Lyon from Edinburgh, Hamburg and Porto from Gatwick.

Other services added to the network for winter 2009-10 include six routes from Rome and one from Madrid.Fares from the UK start at £27.99 one-way on the three flights a week between Edinburgh and Lyon and rise to £75.99 one-way from Luton to the Red Sea resort of Sharm el Sheikh which will be also be served three times a week.

The new flights start between November 2 (Liverpool-Fuerteventura) and February 2, 2010 (Gatwick-Hamburg) with the majority starting in early November.
Chief executive Andy Harrison said: “Times are tough for consumers so we are proud to offer great year-round holiday destinations for incredibly low prices.”

Source Travel Mole

New Deep Water Port For Patras

2009-06-23T18:45:00.002+03:00

Construction is well underway of a new deep water port for Patras. The project will be approximately 1 kilometer south of the existing port which due to the shortage of land restricts is cargo capacity.

The port will be connected by the hub K5 road so making access easier and relieving the traffic congestion in the city.

The new harbour will be able to deal with many different types of vessels including container ships, Ro-Ro ferries and a dedicated passenger terminal. With a total wharf length of just over 1000 meters and accommodating ships with a draft of up to 11 meters the the port will provide modern facilities including a fire station, custom building, control tower passenger terminals and warehouses.

The project is due to be completed in 2010 at a cost of 50,000,000 Euros.

Greek Tourism Awards

2009-05-12T09:28:00.002+03:00

Under the project for the “Promotion of the Tourist Region of Western Greece” the 2009 Tourism Awards were held in Patras. This is the first time these awards have been held to honour the enterprises, institutions and personalities that have contributed to helping tourism in western Greece.

The awards will be held in subsequent years and are the first to be organized by a state institution underlining the importance of tourism to the Greek economy.

Overseas Property Market

2009-04-22T15:52:00.001+03:00

Welcome to our latest update on the world of overseas property sales, opportunities remain the main topic of conversation this issue , again we are recording increased activity from buyers with investors more prepared to take longer term risks .

Sterling to Euro exchange rate has seen a slight recovery with an increase from 1.08 from the beginning of April to the heady heights of 1.1350 last week, this week seeing it open at slightly under 1.13 Euros to the GBP.

Spanish Bank, Banco Pastor are entering the mortgage market with offerings to non residents of up to 70% LTV which a good sign and encouraging for borrowers.
We remain to see some exceptional value in property prices and in this edition of our newsletter we bring you a selection of some of our best value apartments.

Cost of flights remain on everyone’s lips to the Canary Islands and some current offers from Thomas Cook look to alleviate the pain in this area, Greece enjoys some excellent value for flights currently with some stunning offers to both the Islands and the main national airport in Athens, visit our links at the bottom of the newsletter to find some of the current offers.
My view of today’s marketplace remains the same there is no better time to buy than now, I can here you all say well of course he would say that he is an Estate Agent !! but seriously my view is with some of the prices we have on some properties today we will never be able to beat them.

Happy hunting and of course at GoldAcre Estates we are always on hand to help and advise with any questions you may have.

Summer destinations in Greece

2009-04-22T08:30:00.001+03:00

Zakynthos:
The splendid Country impresses the visitor with the landscape and the monuments. The wonderful golden beaches entertain apart from the visitors and infrequent turtles Kareta-Kareta.

Ithaca:
Its idyllic creeks, make the island a land of paradise. Vathy that is also the capital is built with the traditional Ionian architecture that fascinates the senses. Historical monuments as well as unique beaches wait to impress the visitor.

Agistri:
This small islet is found in the heart of Argosaronikos. It has an abundance of spotless, cool waters and innumerable attractive creeks with sand or pebble that will satisfy anybody.

Poros:
An island with a unique picturesqueness, a serene place that was praised by Seferis and Henry Miler and continues charming every visitor.

Spetses:
Spetses claims not only our weekends but also our full holidays. Picturesqueness, nobility, history, night life, Spetses have it all and is so close to mainland. The first picture that we are faced with when reaching in the island of Spetses is the historical harbour and capital of island, Ntapia, with the imposing neoclassical buildings and laid with pebbles little alleys.

Ydra:
Ydra is considered the most cosmopolitan island of Saronikos. Her unique charm attracts big number of visitors not only during the summertime but all year round.

Peloponnese beautiful place, beautiful properties

2009-03-18T12:12:00.002+02:00

The Peloponnese, one of Greece's most beautiful regions, has recently become a popular hotspot for purchasing property abroad. Although prices have increased here the property prices are still reasonable in the region.
One of the major advantages of the Peloponnese region is that it is easily accessible all year round from Athens, Kalamata has its own airport which is open from May to October, that makes it possible to provide tourism and recreational services to a large part of the capital's population with great ease. With the new motorway the journey only takes few hours. Athens, the capital of Greece is populated by over a third of the country’s whole population and has plenty of culture with museums, concerts, shops, restaurants and nightlife. Kalamata has its own airport which is open from May to October.
Peloponnese peninsular has the majority of Greece’s best archaeological sites including Olympia, Mycenae, Ancient Messini, Corinth, Mystra and Epidavros. It also offers some of the most stunning landscapes, from the barren crags of the Mani and softer contours of Messinia to the forested peaks and flower-blanketed pastures of Arcadia. There are an abundance of dramatic mountains with fertile plains between them where Mediterranean vegetation, olives, vines, cereals, and fruit trees grow.
Many wealthy Athenians choose Peloponnese as the location to purchase second homes where they can relax and enjoy the slower pace of village life. Overseas investors are also buying properties at bargain prices as there are still plenty of old stones houses for sale, full of charm and character in traditional Greek villages to choose from. The Peloponnese is an ideal place to relax and experience the rapidly disappearing rural village life in Greece.
It has become a priority to finally develop and exploit these advantages and this is why today the necessary road network infrastructure is being created, protecting the natural environment, restoring historical and archaeological monuments, and taking measures to reinforce investments and to improve agricultural activities.

Greece in the centre of the 'Global Golf Map'

2009-02-21T12:57:00.003+02:00

For many years, Greece's golfers had a limited number of courses from which to choose, Glyfada in Athens, Rhodes, Corfu and Crete. Two new courses were created, one at Porto Carras in Halkidiki and another one in Crete and their success proved the need for more golf courses throughout Greece.

At the moment major golf resort, residential and leisure-integrated real estate projects getting underway in Greece and within the next five years Greece will boast an additional 10 major golf destinations may be even more.

Greece is becoming the centre of attention in the international investment community and business people beleive that now is the perfect time for Greece to be upon the 'global golf map' after years of neglect. Numerous projects are proceeding spurred on by the new legislation, the locations available and the strong interest by the current Greek government. Also taking into consideration that more than 200,000 visitors to Greece annually are potential golf tourists, the advantages in climatic conditions and the natural beauty of Greece makes it easy to understand the reasons that can make it one of the favourite destinations of golfers around the world. Exciting courses at spectacular locations will turn Greece into Europe's 'number one' holiday and retirement home market now that golf is gaining more lovers rapidly on a worldwide scale, and has come to be appreciated as a most beneficial physical activity.

2009 and Real Estate news is there any ??

2009-02-12T09:23:00.000+02:00

There are so many things you can write about today’s Global Real Estate market but where do you begin??
My advice is forget the news and start getting your positive head on, its tough we all know but hey just this last week we were seeing a resurgence of the UK pound vs the Euro, Monday 2- Feb- 2009 saw the week open at an interbank rate of 1.10 and as at Friday 6-2-2009 we were at 1.15, not all bad news, the Bank of England has reduced interest rates to a low of 1% ( European central bank electing to remain at 2% ).

Property prices offer some exceptional opportunities today throughout the world, at GoldAcre Estates we have some Great examples of this with studios starting from 45,000 Euros and one bedroom apartments from 54,000 Euros, Villas from as little as 135,000 Euros, the time has to be now!
By taking a euro mortgage you can mitigate your exchange rate concerns.
The good news is that we only have 11 months of the year to endure !!The world is in good shape, airlines are flying, banks are open and for some of us lucky enough to live abroad the sun is shining.
Come and join us even if its only for a holiday and I can ensure that a warm welcome will always be in our office’s wherever you choose to meet us.
Please remember any comments that you may have on how we can improve our newsletter are always welcome write to me directly john@goldacre-estates.com

Greece Hottest Property for sale

2009-02-11T09:29:00.004+02:00

In one of the most elite neighborhoods on the outskirts of Patras there is a villa that astounds anyone passing by.
Now this villa can be yours!
Price : 600.000 €

Built in 1993 on a prime property of 311sqm and only 300 meters from the sea with a view of the Rio-Antirio suspension bridge and the mountains as a backdrop, this Villa has become a landmark in the area.
The house itself is 380sqm. It has three bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, an attic that can be turned into a super master suite, and a basement that can be turned into separate living quarters with its own entrance. In the living room the wall mural paintings are in themselves conversation pieces as well as the marble fireplace. All the doorways on the ground floor are encased in marble that tie in with the fabulous marble staircase. The colors used throughout the house give a sense of tranquility and luxury to its occupants and its visitors.
Outside the verandas are all tiled with marble and the landscape is in complete synchronization with the house and its surroundings. Imagine drinking a cup of tea with friends on the veranda of an exquisite home such as this.

For further details call us today on (0030) 26104 56007
or alternatively e-mail elenap@goldacre-estates.com
or visit www.goldacreestatesgreece.com
or skype goldacre-estates

Real Estate crisis or maybe not....

2009-02-10T09:39:00.001+02:00

It seems that when someone panics it becomes a domino effect and everyone panics. The stock market is taking a plunge, interest rates are or will follow, and Real Estate is seeing a part of this effect. But, what are the experts saying? For those who bailed out on the stock market the answer is quite clear, they should have stayed. This is not the worse; in 1987 the Dow Jones fell an astonishing 22.6% in one day! So we are doing fine and stocks will go up, and for those who can buy, now is the time to do it. We all need to think positive. In real estate the same advice applies. Properties are a long term sure investment, though statistics state that property in Greece has not been affected there are stillbargains. Apartments and villas; don’t forget it’s an investment that won’t steer you wrong. Greece is the perfect place to own a vacation home The weather is almost always nice and as for sight seeing and things to do, well that never runs out. Some of the most beautiful islands in the world are located here in Greece, with buying opportunities for all budgets.
Now that winter period is on it’s a perfect opportunity to visit the fantastic ski slopes with their magnificent chalets, or to go sightseeing to one of the many archeological sites that Greece has. We are sure that an experience such as this will be a deciding factor for buying that vacation home you’ve always wanted.

Ithaki Villas: New Development for sale in Ithaki, Ionian Islands, Greece

2009-01-11T12:08:00.003+02:00

Ithaki is a unique place in many ways. The vegetation embraces the numerous beaches while scattered houses emerge here and there. Its numerous high and not so high hills within a small area, create breathtaking views and a dramatic landscape. Its small size and relative difficulty in access discourage mass tourism and development in a big scale. All the villages have changed very little through time and the houses have to follow by law the traditional characteristics of the area. It is the visitor seeking privacy, contact with nature and old traditions, who is rewarded most.The intimacy and picturesque nature convey to the visitor the feeling of its history. Situated in the centre of the Ionian Sea, Ithaki offers a great advantage in exploring the neighbouring islands.With a small boat, it is only a matter of half an hour away, to reach many beaches, some of which are considered among the best in Greece.

The Real Estate prices have been steadily increasing through the years. Ag. Saranta is a very small village in the North of Ithaki. It consists of appx 20 houses most of them very old made of stone. It sits right in the middle of Afales bay overlooking the island of Lefkas. The houses are within the boundary of Ag. Saranta village. They are being built on a piece of land 401sqm. Every house is 95-100sqm with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and open plan kitchen-dining room-living room. The biggest advantage is the view which is prominent from almost all areas of the houses, besides the garden. All houses have a permit to be rented legally which can be done when not in use, as there is a storage of places to stay, particularly during peak season in relative high prices.

GoldAcre Estates Greece, New Office Opening In Patras Greece

2009-01-07T18:24:00.004+02:00

GoldAcre Estates officially opened their first Greek Real estate office in the city of Patras on the 10th December 2008 with a party that was attended by approximately 300 local people and dignitaries including Politicians, Developers, Lawyers and Architects.
Artemis Anagnostopoulou Director and Elena Panagopoulou our Greek Operations Manager worked hard to ensure the evening was a great success. The Caterers, Fakalos Catering did a superb job of ensuring all our guests were well looked after. The whole event was televised by Super B Television channel and you can view extracts below of some of the T.V interviews that took place a few days later.
The pictures you see below give a flavour of the opening of the Greek office along with some of the attendees.
The city of Patras is a strategic position for our first office in Greece being the third largest city and with the ability of serving the whole of the Peloponnese and the Ionian Islands.( Zakynthos, Kefalonia, Corfu, Ithaki to name a few )
John Goldacre looks forward to welcoming you and Invites you to Come and Experience our Greek Difference, whether you are Buying, Selling or just simply looking for general advice.

Visit Patras Office Opening Picture Gallery

Our office opening times are:
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 9am – 2.30 pmTuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am – 2pm Afternoons 6pm – 9pm
Our Telephone number is +30 2610 456007
Or e-mail info@goldacreestatesgreece.com

GoldAcre Estates Greece, More Than Just Another Estate Agent

Homes for sale in Greece

2009-01-06T11:52:00.001+02:00

According to an international survey in the next couple of years it is estimated that over 1 million vacation homes will be bought in Greece by foreigners. This means that over 150 billion euros will be pumped into the economy. It is expected that the bulk of the investors will be from Great Britain.

In the last year, and despite the irregularities in the world economy, it is estimated that over 35,000 pieces of real estate properties were purchased by British nationals abroad.
Greek Real Estate has no fears, the banks continue to have a steady cash flow and lend money out to investors of status with low interest rates. Greece has many types of real estate properties on the market, and with this in mind investors will find just what they are looking for and in the location they desire.

Tourism in Greece is the steady factor for growth and development, and it is something that the government has invested a lot of money into, in my opinion well spent euros.
We must note that Greece offers some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. There are over 2,500 islands, and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, ski resorts, the traditional villages and the modern cities, the archeological sites that are all over this country, and let’s not forget the food.

In Greece we have a saying “Buy land it is money in the bank”. In my opinion it is a wise saying, property never loses its value especially when the property is in Greece.

Greece Hottest Property

2009-01-06T10:59:00.003+02:00

A Villa with an astonishing view of the mountains surrounding the city of Patras and the Patraikos Gulf , in one of the most beautiful suburbs of Patras. The property is 1400sqm and the home consists of three levels. On the grounds there is an abundance of fruit trees, olive trees, and rose bushes of all colors that give warmth and color to the beautiful surroundings.

The basement area consists of a large kitchen with tasteful cabinets, 1 bedroom loaded with closets, a large sitting and dining area with a fireplace, a w.c with a shower and storage space. This part of the house leads out to a very large veranda with an unbelievable view of the city.
The 2 car garage leads to the basement and closes off with 2 automated garage doors and gives access from the upper part of the property to the lower part.
The ground floor is accessed by either its separate entrance or by a wide staircase that leads you to all the levels of the Villa. On the ground floor you will find a very large living and dining space area with a fireplace. The huge glass doors that lead to a ceramic tiled covered patio with an even more breathtaking view of the city and even the island of Keffalonia give this level a feel of serenity unlike any other. This level is also complimented by the large windows that have a view of the mountains surrounding the area that offer wondeful morning sunlight like a breath of fresh air.

On the upper floor there are two bedrooms with plenty of built-in closets, 1 bathroom, and the master suite with its own private bathroom which consists of a shower, Jacuzzi, and a wardrobe vanity. The bedrooms lead to another very large veranda which again has a spectacular view of the sea and mountains. A perfect summers’ night under the stars on this veranda.

This wonderful villa is a total of 280 sqm living space and 35sqm garage space, close to schools and local shopping centers. This property must be seen to be appreciated for its beauty and serenity.

For further details call us today on (0030) 26104 56007
or alternatively e-mail elenap@goldacre-estates.com
or visit www.goldacreestatesgreece.com
or skype goldacre-estates

You Should Travel To Greece

2008-11-04T15:27:00.001+02:00

One of the greatest pleasures in life is being able to visit new countries and see places a lot different to what you were used to in your own country. When it comes to traveling to Greece, you can certainly expect a lot of fun and excitement because there is a lot to see and do in this wonderful Mediterranean country. In fact, travel to Greece is one thing that most travelers include in their wish lists and with so much to see including coming to Athens and even visiting the many islands that make up part of the country, you will be in for some very pleasant times indeed.

Varied Landscapes

The landscapes too are different and so travel to Greece means getting a chance to take in the mountains and even enjoy the wonderful seacoasts. There are many spellbinding views to enjoy as you go from one part of the country to the other. What's more, Greece has its own rich as well as ancient culture that is also reflected in its excellent architecture, and taking in some of the excellent historical remains is one of the reasons why travel to Greece remains so popular.
And, who has not heard about famous Greeks such as Plato and Aristotle and even Socrates, to name a few? Socrates also had their roots in Athens which makes the Greek capital a most often visited city in Greece. What's more, there is a heady mix of ancient as well as modern cultures and you will be spellbound when you look at the ancient archeological wonders and see at the same time how modern Greece has become transformed and so, provides an excellent study in contrast.
Traveling to Greece is one of those things that also allow you to savor the excellent Greek cuisine and the mouthwatering dishes as well as delicacies that are served in a mix of traditional foods as well as modern diets will satisfy even the most demanding stomach. In fact Greek restaurants are world famous for their culinary fare and so, if you are a foodie, then this is another excellent reason to travel to Greece.
In case you are in search of good water activities, then travel to Greece also seems a good choice as you will find some wonderful water based opportunities in the many islands that make up Greece and many places even offer outstanding views of the ocean and thus adds to the appeal of visiting Greece.
Thus, travel to Greece means getting a chance to view ancient sites, enjoy excellent Greek culinary delights and there are also mountains and beaches that provide a lot of excitement which makes Greece a veritable tourist paradise.
Courtesy of Nova Articles

Greece, a safe option for Overseas Property Investors

2008-10-25T10:07:00.003+03:00

Due to financial times many investors are looking to Greek property rather than stocks and shares and Greece is heading the charts for European Property Buyers. Greece is offering the safest option with a healthy banking structure.

With the global financial market in turmoil, knowing where to invest your money isn't as straightforward as it used to be. Stocks and shares are more volatile now than over the past couple of decades,and banks are collapsing throughout the world.

While the credit crunch are spreading far and wide there are safe havens waiting to be exploited.
Greece is one of the European countries to be guaranteeing all deposits in its banking system at the moment, and The Telegraph recently reported the country was at the heart of a new financial Europe.

Greece's own economy is one of the fastest growing in the Euro-zone, with the country enjoying a sustained economic boom post 2000, including a significant expansion in construction and engineering. Greece is at the hub of the new emerging markets, including the Balkans, and Greek banks have been among the top performers in the EU banking sector, flourishing at home, where they have profited from a surge in the freed-up loans market.Economy and finance minister George Alogoskoufis recently argued that Greece is better placed than most European countries to weather this storm.

“Greece's economy, due to reforms that took place in previous years and the dynamic it has developed, is more resilient than other European countries in this extremely difficult international environment,” he said.This new financial popularity isn’t restricted to the banking sector. Investors that have had their fingers burned by the global stock markets are wary with their funds. Stocks and shares are ultimately worth as much as someone will pay for them, and in this current climate, that amount isn’t nearly the guaranteed outcome it used to be. Where can traditional stock market investors look to place their funds and weather the storm?The answer isn’t a new one; Property. Unlike stocks and shares, property is a tangible asset. It’s not only about investing for the gain, it’s about bricks and mortar. Purchasing property is a very real investment that stands the test of time. Property values peak and trough, but your investment buys you other options.

The rental market is rapidly expanding with high-end luxury property at the forefront of this demand. However, the UK market has witnessed its peak, so the key is where to find that next rising market.Perhaps not unsurprisingly, Greece’s property market is one of the few in Europe to see an increase in values. Strong demand from sun-seeking Northern Europeans added to the thriving local demand. At the beginning of August of this year the Greek authorities said the recent increase in property sales is just the beginning. "Demand for luxury homes within complexes is constantly rising," said Giorgos Souflias, the country's public works minister.Greece is a unique country, half of its territory consists of mainland, with its remaining half consisting of a scattering of islands.

Each island has its own character quirks and charms, some tranquil, some lively, and each has its own property microclimate. "The islands have something for everyone, and they are close to home for Europeans, so foreign interest is strong," said Yannis Perrotis, head of CB Richard Ellis-Atria real estate consultants in Athens.Samos is a beautiful and charming island situated a stone’s throw from Turkey in the south eastern corner of Greece’s territory. Renowned as the birthplace of Pythagoras and for its nectar wine, Samos is a verdant island paradise brimming with quaint character. It also benefits from direct UK flights and a thriving domestic market, boosting rental demand all year round.But despite high occupancy levels, a faithful customer base and increasing international demand, there is one area where the island falters and that is it’s lack of five star accommodation.

In answer to this demand Halcyon Developments are constructing the first luxury five-star marina resort on the island. Halcyon Hills Luxury Resort & Spa has a selection of village-style properties ranging from apartment suites to villas. Off-plan property prices average just €3,500 per square metre.On the popular Aegean islands of Paros, Naxos, Rhodes and Crete, prices can reach €7,000 per square metre. Therefore it is perfectly feasible to assume these prices on completion of the Halcyon Hills Resort, if not more.Investing in property during these tumultuous times is an assured way of placing your funds into a solid asset. Property is a tangible investment that can be fully utilised during your ownership. Not only is your investment secure but purchasing off-plan property means your investment will accrue value during the course of the two-year build time. Once complete, your property is guaranteed an eight per cent rental return for a period of two years.Shrewd investors recognise the opportunities during these tough financial times.

Your money can be as safe as houses if invested in bricks and mortar, all you need do is weather the storm in the right place, because the only certainty in this market is, it will improve.For more see: http://www.goldacreestatesgreece.com/eng/property/new-details.asp?ID=55

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Halcyon Hills Marina Spa Resort in Samos

2008-09-11T19:52:00.003+03:00

Nestled on the verdant Island paradise of Samos, the breathtaking Halcyon Hills resort combines ancient character and charm with the luxuries of modern life.

The very best of the old and the finest of the new, combine to create a truly unique property experience. From relaxing in the warm waters of the infinity pool while admiring the graceful sunset, to dining in the world-class restaurant and sampling the fresh and inspiring flavours of the local Greek cuisine, we guarantee you will find it impossible not to fall in love with your home away from home at Halcyon Hills Luxury Resort & Spa and with the captivating island of Samos.

The Halcyon Hills Spa Resort will be the first of its kind on the island of Samos. Unique in that it offers unrivalled luxury on the island, this development appeals to both lifestyle and investment purchasers. Halcyon Hills benefits from an 8% guaranteed rental return for three years and several flexible finance options, including 30% down and nothing to pay until completion. If this doesn’t convince your clients to purchase, there’s also a fractional ownership initiative which makes purchasing from €18,000 a straightforward and low risk alternative to full ownership.

For further details call us today on (0034) 928 537 937

or alternatively e-mail elenap@goldacre-estates.com

or visit www.goldacreestatesgreece.com

or skype goldacre-estates

Alykanas Homes: New Development. Property for sale in Zakynthos, Ionian Islands, Greece

2008-08-04T09:20:00.003+03:00

On the beautiful island of Zakynthos in the family resort of Alykanas surrounded by vineyards and views of mountains of untouched olive groves these properties, which will be developed in 2008, are superbly located.These ten self- contained homes are ideal for family holidays and investment for a high rental income. Their development will commence in 2008.

Each home on this development will consist of a fitted kitchen with breakfast bar and living area, a fully fitted bathroom, and on the upper floor two bedrooms- the master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and the second bedroom ideal for children or a couple. There will be an open fireplace with air conditioning units that can be used for cooling and heating. This simple but practical design has open wooden beam ceilings, large patio windows, a private veranda, a storage area, a built in security safe, a covered individual parking space, and a separate communal laundry unit. The gardens will be private for communal use and the property will be enclosed with private gates to enter. The water and electric metres will be separate for each property.

To hold this wonderful property a Deposit of 10,000 Euros is required. When the holding deposit is paid each property is freehold and will have legal binding contracts signed and agreed. This outlines the payment structure and the phases of the completion of the property in August as well as the transfer of ownership. Local mortgages is easy to obtain, maintenance and contacts for rental can also be organized.

Please e-mail us for further information and for larger floor plans to be sent.

The distances from town is 14km, from nearest beach is 2km, from nearest resort is 500m and from the airport is 15km.

Kalamaki Court: New Development for sale in Zakynthos, Ionian Islands, Greece Property for sale

2008-08-02T08:53:00.004+03:00

The Kalamaki Court is an exclusive holiday complex set in the stunning countryside of Kalamaki. It is a unique new concept in townhouse living where each unit offers the quality and feel of a luxury villa but with the convenience, security and price of a holiday apartment. The Kalamaki Court was built in 2007 and consists of high quality two-storey holiday homes, set within secure gated grounds accessed only by the residents by an intercom system, offering some of the highest quality holiday properties for sale on the beautiful Greek Island of Zakynthos. The villas are located in a small quiet courtyard amongst olive groves and pine woods and only a five minute walk from tavernas and shops, with the heart of Kalamaki a few minutes walk further.

The complex consists of one bedroom townhouse of 48sqm at the price of 120,000 Euros and a two bedroom townhouse at the price of 140,000 Euros.

ONE BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE:Its ground floor has its own UPVC front door entrance which opens onto an airy open-plan living and dining room with fully fitted kitchen base and wall units. The kitchen has spacious in-built storage cupboard, the living room opens onto large veranda with poolside view and marble stairs lead to first floor. The first floor landing to bathroom and large open-plan bedroom, the bathroom is fully fitted with white bath, wc and basin and there are UPVC windows and fly screens throughout.
TWO BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE: Its ground floor has its own UPVC front door entrance which opens onto an airy open-plan living and fully fitted kitchen base and wall units. The kitchen has spacious floor to ceiling height in-built storage cupboard, WC with sink and area for washing machine, the living room opens to large veranda with poolside view and marble stairs lead to first floor. The first floor landing with doors to bathroom and bedrooms, both double bedrooms have spacious fitted wardrobes and verandas with poolside and countryside or sea view, the bathroom is fully fitted with shower, WC and basin and UPVC windows and fly screens throughout. The townhouses are available furnished or unfurnished.

The communal areas consist of two large communal swimming pools with flag stone surroundings and sun loungers, a children's pool, landscaped grounds and gardens with barbeque area & outside showers, a number of parking spaces, with overspill parking to the rear of the site and an attractive 2 metre stone wall & fencing surrounding entire complex providing security and safety. For the communal places there is full maintenance of grounds, gardens & exterior of properties and full property & rental management services available for your rental clients.
This stylish new holiday complex built in 2007 with an 80% LTV Mortgage package available with 10 year interest only payment. Bookings for 2009 already secured which will automatically be transferred to new owners if interested to buy to let. The potential rental income is between 5%-8% based on last year's rentals. The popular resort of Kalamaki is located in the EU protected National Marine Park of Zakynthos, which means that new developments are highly restricted. Due to this fact, the capital appreciation of these units is expected to be significant (5-10% annually).

The distances from town is 5km, from nearest beach is 1.5km, from nearest resort is 500m and from the airport is 4km.

Akrotiri Villas: New Development for sale in Zakynthos, Ionian Islands, Greece

2008-08-01T11:15:00.004+03:00

On the beautiful Greek Island of Zakynthos a high quality development of private detached houses are being built by an established and reputable construction company. The development will consist of detached two-storey villas and ground or first floor apartments, some with sea views. Their development will start in 2008 and each property on contract will be completed within 8 months thereafter.

There are three types of property:
1) 2 bedroom detached villa with EOT licence of 80 sqm at the price of 200,000 Euros
2) 2 bedroom ground or first floor apartment of 50 sqm at the price of 140,000 Euros
3) 3 bedroom detached villa with EOT licence of 100 sqm at the price of 280,000 Euros

The development will consist of a small complex of luxury detached 2 and 3 bedroom villas & 2 bedroom ground or first floor apartments in the landscaped grounds of 1,500 sqm there will be two large shared swimming pools, a jacuzzi, outdoor showers, BBQ area & parking for each property. The peaceful location of Akrotiri is situated 500 metres from the Balcony Hotel in Akrotiri/Tsilivi and the nearest Resort & Beach is Tsilivi.

The distance from town is 3km, from the nearest beach is 1km, from the nearest resort is 1km and from the airport is 5km.

Peloponnese offers The Greek Property Buyer an Alternative Opportunity

2008-07-28T17:40:00.003+03:00

The Peloponnese in Greece is one of the Jewels in the Crown for Greek properties and is often missed when people are searching for property to buy in Greece and it really should be added to your list of searches along with the traditional searches like Crete, Rhodes, Corfu and other well known Greek property hotspots.

An example of those little know places is Stoupa which is 35 Km from Kalamata, the capital of Messinia county.
Stoupa is a romantic and picturesque place, where the peaceful silver green of the olive groves meet the crystal clear turquoise of the Messinian Bay.

It has one of the most beautiful beaches, where there are traditional fish taverns, and the seas are crystal clear and shallow, with sandy beaches and seabed.
Stoupa along with the Peloponnese has the benefit of the airport of Kalamata which is well situated to accessing and exploring this beautiful region.

Greek Real Estate Best European Investment

2008-07-24T11:09:00.004+03:00

Intrnational Herald Tribune reports that Greek Real Estate defies the market doldrums with Greek Islands Property being favoured by increasing numbers of Europeans looking for luxury invrestments in Greece…..

Greek real estate boom defies market doldrums
By Niki Kitsantonis Published: International Herald Tribune July 22, 2008
ATHENS: Increasing numbers of affluent Europeans are buying or building luxury properties on the Greek islands, even as the market for top-end holiday homes in other European destinations like Spain and Bulgaria remains stalled, Greek real estate agents say.

Industry experts explain that the range of available properties - from extravagant new villas to bargain plots - has been attracting foreign buyers, some of whom say their investments have doubled or even tripled in value in just a few years. "The islands have something for everyone, and they are close to home for Europeans, so foreign interest is strong," said Yannis Perrotis, head of CB Richard Ellis-Atria real estate consultants in Athens.

There are about 70,000 foreign owners with property in Greece and, while there are no official records of house purchases by foreign nationals, there is a lot of anecdotal evidence that the numbers are continuing to grow.

The British and the Germans make most purchases, according to agents, who agree that the slump in the British housing market and a weak pound have had little impact on top-end property sales. Next are the French, Italians and Scandinavians. There have been fewer U.S. buyers since the dollar fell against the euro, but fast-growing interest from newly wealthy Russians is absorbing the slack.

Agents say most of these customers pay €4,000 to €10,000 per square meter, or $590 to $1,470 per square foot, for new top-end properties, depending on the cachet of the location. These prices, up by about 20 percent since a 2005 real estate boom, are three times as high as those for similar structures in the fledgling second-home markets of Turkey, Bulgaria and Croatia and significantly higher than those for equivalent properties in Spain, where prices have plummeted in the past year.

Also, they note that the price of land on the islands and subsequent construction costs are a fraction of the expense of buying something new from a developer. For many prospective buyers, however, completing a sale on one of the several hundred Greek islands can be a Herculean task. "Many are turned off by the endless procedures," Perrotis acknowledged.

He and other agents complain that inadequate national laws governing real estate purchases and an incomplete national land register causes complications and delays, complaints that also are heard from developers trying to build luxury vacation complexes.

By early next year, a new national zoning law is expected to clarify where construction is allowed and where it is forbidden, although the minimum plot size required for building, now 4,000 square meters, or nearly an acre, is not expected to change.

Any prospective buyer must hire a lawyer who can navigate the land register and deal with forestry and archaeological authorities. For older buildings, a civil engineer should be enlisted to check the structures' resistance to earthquakes, which are common in Greece.

Just as the islands have different characters - some tranquil, others lively; some with strong Venetian or Ottoman influences, others distinctively Cycladic, with white-washed villas - they also have different rules. "Some islands require more paperwork, others are stricter about issuing building licenses, so it is best to talk to an agent first," said Giorgos Zappas of Re/Max Properties in Athens.

Generally, EU citizens face the same requirements as Greeks, and all buyers must pay taxes of 19 percent on new construction or about 10 percent for older properties. "There is some extra paperwork for non-EU citizens, like Americans and Russians, but we help with that," Zappas said.

Prices for new luxury homes vary. On the popular Aegean islands of Paros, Naxos, Rhodes and Crete, they range from €3,000 to €7,000 per square meter. More tranquil spots, like Antiparos, Patmos and Tinos, have a similar price range.

On the more cosmopolitan Mykonos and Santorini, the sky is the limit for property costs. Foreign interest in Santorini is more or less restricted to areas around the caldera, the large central lagoon that was created by a massive eruption 3,600 years ago. Most villas with caldera views cost €3 million to €4 million.

Prices are similar on Mykonos, where a well-positioned new home costs €7,000 to €15,000 per square meter. A magnet for jet-setters since the 1960s, the island is divided into two zones - blue, where building is allowed, and brown, where it is not.

But there are a lot of "unofficial" rules too.Roy Elsbury, a 52-year-old British property developer, said his first attempt to buy on Mykonos was aborted when the seller asked for payment under the table. "Coming from an environment where everything is done by the book, it was a shock," he said.

Elsbury's second attempt was successful. In 2005 he bought two 100-square-meter villas on a cliff overlooking Mykonos's famed Elia Beach. Now the renovated 20-year-old properties have doubled in value and are worth €1 million each, he said.For Keith Miller, 59, an NBC-TV correspondent, building in Greece was surprisingly trouble-free.

With a good lawyer and "a great deal of homework," Miller built two villas on the Ionian island of Corfu. He paid €60,000 for the land, which is in the island's coveted northeast region - called Kensington-on-the-Sea because of its growing population of wealthy Londoners. And he spent €500,000 to build the villas.

The larger property - a 500-square-meter villa built in 2005 - has tripled in value to €1.8 million, according to Aylesford International, a London-based agency. He rents it out for €7,000 a week in the summer, which covers the maintenance cost on both properties.

Corfu has one of the largest expatriate communities of all the islands, accommodating 20,000 Britons alone.

The Ashcrofts, a British-Corfiot couple, recently finished renovating a 400-year-old mansion, a relic of the island's Venetian occupation. "It was a real challenge to do it in the original style but we got there in the end," Alex Ashcroft said.

He and David Ashcroft, both 65, bought the property 14 years ago for the equivalent of £56,000, or $112,000, and said they had spent "about double that" on renovations. Now, they say, their home has been valued at €1 million.

On postcard-pretty Hydra, between the Argolic and Saronic Gulfs, near Athens, a few wealthy Europeans have renovated neoclassical buildings, albeit with difficulty. Cars are banned, so donkeys are used to transport materials, said Alex Calothis, who runs an agency for foreigners scouting Hydra and the southern Peloponnese. Calothis said many Britons had inquired about old houses for renovation but then ended up buying new. "The lure of a no-hassle, key-in-hand villa usually outweighs the romantic dream," he said.

The Peloponnese - a peninsula connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land - is attracting buyers, particularly Germans, despite the damage caused by severe fires last summer.

The Peloponnese, Crete and Paros have been besieged by developers building luxury complexes with golf courses and "clusters" of high-end villas. Last year, about 400 villas were built just on Paros, an island that totals only 200 square kilometers, or 75 square miles, with a full-time population of about 13,000.

The authorities say the recent increase in property sales is just the beginning. "Demand for luxury homes within complexes is constantly rising," said Giorgos Souflias, the country's public works minister, who insists that Greece will not overdevelop its coastland as Spain has done.

But Dimitris Bailas, prefect of the Cyclades island group, including Mykonos, wants the islands' character preserved. "Authorities should offer incentives for the renovation of original buildings, not allow construction on every hill and beach," Bailas said.

Easier Travel and hidden Gems in Greece.

2008-07-21T19:03:00.004+03:00

Hidden Gems in Greece are found on the Greek island of Kefalonia, easier travel to the Greek Islands now make available the Gems of Kefalonia available to those seeking that something specila for their holidays this summer…

If you’re searching for the perfect destination for a relaxing holiday, Kefalonia’s Karavados Beach Hotel is the destination you are looking for. The family run hotel prides itself in keeping in with traditional Greek hospitality and has become a firm favourite with British holiday makers, who have enjoyed this beautiful Greek island and will continue to do so.

Situated just 2.0 km from the picturesque fishing village of Karavados, the Karavados Beach Hotel is set in an enviable position amongst green hills, and overlooks the clear blue waters of St Thomas Beach just 300 metres away.The hotel offers some of the best traditional Greek and Kefalonian cuisine to be found anywhere on the island and also hosts special events like Greek night with live Greek music and dancing. The hotel’s bar offers guest a perfect place to relax for pre-dinner or after dinner drinks and Ivan’s special cocktails.The hotel has been designed and built to sensitively combine local traditional architecture with modern standards, offering the utmost comfort to guests. Benefiting from a substantial part-renovation just last year, the 53 rooms and 23 studio apartments at the Karavados Beach Hotel all enjoy air conditioning, radio and a balcony or terrace, and every room is with a breathtaking view of either the impressive mountain range or a seaside view across the crystal clear waters of the Ionian sea.2008 looks set to become a record breaking year for the hotel as more holidaymakers discover this hidden gem. A truly warm and hospitable hotel situated in a perfect position on one of the most beautiful islands of Greece.

Article by Easier Travel .

Mamma Mia! puts Greece on map

2008-07-16T18:29:00.004+03:00

Greece sees surge in tourism following the huge success of Mamma Mia, is Greece the new destination for Hollywood stars for Peirce Brosnan and Meryl Steep Greece comes with a resounding yes after both declaring they have never had a better time on a film location anywhere, Greek culture, food and and fabulous weather all played their part in making everyone’s stay in Greece a time to remember.

If you haven't booked your summer holiday yet, the chances are you may end up plumping for a trip to Greece after the success of hit movie musical Mamma Mia! has led to a surge in summer holiday bookings to the country.

According to a survey by online hotel booking site, hotels.com, the number of sun seekers searching for a Greek holiday has risen by a whopping 70%.

The film version of the successful musical was shot in a number of stunning locations across Greece, from the mainland region of Pelion to islands including Skiathos and Skopelos.

Alison Cooper, director of communications at hotels.com confirmed the rise in popularity of holidaying in the Greek isles saying: 'The idea that films can put a destination 'on the map' has long been established. The Lord of the Rings had a dramatic effect on New Zealand tourism.'

Incredibly Ms Cooper also revealed that cult film Borat saw Hotels.com searches for Kazakhstan soar by 300%

Remember Kefalonia and Captain Carelli’s Mandolin with Nicolos Cage?

Guaranteed Rentals In Greece, Greek Real estate combats todays mortgage obstacles.

2008-07-12T10:45:00.006+03:00

Greece offers more now to home buyers with all inclusive guaranteed rental packages to assist with mortgage payments on your Holiday home in Zakynthos, situated in the National marine park these Greek holiday properties offer a real opportunity to purchase your own piece of Greece culture and heritage.

The Kalamaki Court is an exclusive holiday complex set in the stunning countryside of Kalamaki. It is a unique new concept in townhouse living where each unit offers the quality and feel of a luxury villa but with the convenience, security and price of a holiday apartment. The Kalamaki Court was built in 2007 and consists of high quality two-storey holiday homes, set within secure gated grounds accessed only by the residents by an intercom system, offering some of the highest quality holiday properties for sale on the beautiful Greek Island of Zakynthos. The villas are located in a small quiet courtyard amongst olive groves and pine woods and only a five minute walk from tavernas and shops, with the heart of Kalamaki a few minutes walk further.
The complex consists of one bedroom townhouse of 48sqm at the price of 120,000 Euros and a two bedroom townhouse at the price of 140,000 Euros.

ONE BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE: Its ground floor has its own UPVC front door entrance which opens onto an airy open-plan living and dining room with fully fitted kitchen base and wall units. The kitchen has spacious in-built storage cupboard, the living room opens onto large veranda with poolside view and marble stairs lead to first floor. The first floor landing to bathroom and large open-plan bedroom, the bathroom is fully fitted with white bath, wc and basin and there are UPVC windows and fly screens throughout.

TWO BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE: Its ground floor has its own UPVC front door entrance which opens onto an airy open-plan living and fully fitted kitchen base and wall units. The kitchen has spacious floor to ceiling height in-built storage cupboard, WC with sink and area for washing machine, the living room opens to large veranda with poolside view and marble stairs lead to first floor. The first floor landing with doors to bathroom and bedrooms, both double bedrooms have spacious fitted wardrobes and verandas with poolside and countryside or sea view, the bathroom is fully fitted with shower, WC and basin and UPVC windows and fly screens throughout.

The townhouses are available furnished or unfurnished.

The communal areas consist of two large communal swimming pools with flag stone surroundings and sun loungers, a children's pool, landscaped grounds and gardens with barbeque area & outside showers, a number of parking spaces, with overspill parking to the rear of the site and an attractive 2 metre stone wall & fencing surrounding entire complex providing security and safety. For the communal places there is full maintenance of grounds, gardens & exterior of properties and full property & rental management services available for your rental clients.

This stylish new holiday complex built in 2007 with an 80% LTV Mortgage package available with 10 year interest only payment. Bookings for 2009 already secured which will automatically be transferred to new owners if interested to buy to let. The potential rental income is between 5%-8% based on last year's rentals. The popular resort of Kalamaki is located in the EU protected National Marine Park of Zakynthos, which means that new developments are highly restricted. Due to this fact, the capital appreciation of these units is expected to be significant (5-10% annually).

The distances from town is 5km, from nearest beach is 1.5km, from nearest resort is 500m and from the airport is 4km.

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