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Our updated Modern Design and Build Villas

Construction Design Villas

These projects have shapes and materials for the building of minimalist and modern design villas. By using new materials and changing structural elements, we can make large rooms and terraces without support pillars.

These projects have shapes and materials for the building of minimalist and modern design villas. By using new materials and changing structural elements, we can make large rooms and terraces without support pillars. Enjoy a feeling of space, and a different style. These types and designs of buildings are fashionable and offer a modern finish with minimalistic lines.

High efficiency eco villas respect the environment and keep the design and comfort of traditional housing. Bioclimatic houses incorporate the most modern energetic saving and water recycling systems, obtaining as result in a decrease in expenditure for water and electricity bills. Enjoy the low maintenance cost of the garden and swimming-pool.

The ecologically friendly building that we offer consist of the following installations:

WATER RECYCLING

Grey water treatment by AQUATRON. from bathroom and kitchen sinks, and washing-machine and diswasher waste pipes- All tjis water recycling can be used for garden wareting and re-use in WC´s.

KITCHEN RECYCLING

Food-waste disposer. Installed under the kitchen sink, grinds food waste within seconds.

WALL COATINGS

Wall rendering with aerial lime paste, totally waterproof. Lime is a natural product.

INSULATION

Thermal & Acoustic insulation with 40 mm sheep wool, completely ecological and recyclable.

SUN FACING

All our ECOFRIENDLY houses will have the best sun facing situation possible, as a means of taking advantage of the natural sunlight, as well as helping with building´s climate control.

ENERGY-EFFICIENT LIGHTING

Big windows in all possible places to allow for maxium daylight entry, as an aim for electrical saving, windows will also be double-glazed.

PHOTOVOLTAIC NET

Photovoltaic solar estation (optional) based on high-performance crystalline silicon photovoltaic modules for the conversion of sunlight into electricity, capable of producing 2.500 w.

SOLAR POOL HEATING

Solar kit pool heating (optional). Can extend the swimming season, as it uses the sun´s heat, but does not imply a hot water pool during the winter months.

SOLAR HEATED WATER

Solar kit for water heating, with 200L. deposit.

DAYLINGHTING DEVICE

Natural daylight davice by SOLARTUBE, for use in darker house areas enhancing the use of natural light and saving on electricity costs.

Costa Blanca North Bargains

DETACHED HOUSE, LA SELLA GOLF RESORT

NOTHING MORE TO ADD – AN AMAZING BUYING OPPORTUNITY ON THIS 5 STAR RESORT, 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, BRAND NEW CONDITION, ONLY 1 LEFT – WILL SELL RAPIDLY.

BUYERS – YOU MUST MOVE QUICKLY!


Contact Girasol Homes on 01974 299055 or specials@girasolhomes.co.uk

La Torre Bargain Apartment - Front line golf

The cheapest and best front line golf apartment on La Torre, Polaris World overlooking one of the tees, offered fully furnished with air conditioning on this excellent resort, ideal for leisure and investment purposes. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a/c, furniture included, quick sale required hence price.

The Tide is Turning Claim the Experts

The Tide is Turning Claim the Experts

WATCH OUT! THERE’S A BUYER ABOUT

Mike Walsh

The steadily rising pound against the euro has got more than Spain’s ex-pat community licking their lips in anticipation. The UK’s property speculators are finally getting their wallets out.

If the pound’s value continues to rise; and the consensus of informed opinion believes it will, sellers on the Costas will find more viewers. The downside is that they will not get as many pounds sterling … if they are converting.

Estate agents and foreign exchange providers are experiencing a revival of interest from those interested in buying properties abroad. The most popular locations are Spain, France, Italy and Portugal. Conti Financial Services say enquiries have jumped by 20 per-cent in recent weeks.

THE PERFECT STORM

Michael McLaughlin of Southern Comfit International says the reversal was quite predictable. “When the pound was falling to near parity reluctance to buy was perfectly understandable. The situation is now reversed and the ‘tanking’ of property prices have combined to create the perfect storm.”

The UK pound’s seemingly inexorable rise has also reversed the trend in which European property buyers preferred buying into the UK market. The tide has turned in favour of those selling and buying along Spain’s Mediterranean coastlines.

Currencies Direct, Mark O’Sullivan, the group’s director of dealing says, “We have seen a dramatic increase in the amount of money entering the international property market.”

SPAIN OFFERS MORE FOR LESS

Is the value difference between the UK improving? Michael McLaughlin thinks so. “In truth Spain has always offered more for less than has the UK. It isn’t back of the envelope accountancy to say you get twice as much for your money in Spain as you do in England; with other advantages added.”

The more pragmatic buyers appreciate that whilst the value of the pound isn’t as potent as it was several years ago, the drop in property prices on the Costas has compensated. A buyer in 2009 is actually getting as good a deal than those who bought prior to 2005, because artificial values have been replaced by reality.

Astute property buyers realise that whilst the pound is 15 per-cent weaker against the euro than it was last year, the 30 per-cent drop in asking prices is now equal to a pound set at €1.40 to €1.45.

Speculators, rather than the domestic buyer, also realise that taking out a euro-mortgage, whether they need it or not, will put them at an advantage as the rate continues to improve.

New video for overseas property is a big hit

Press Release: New video for overseas property is a big hit

Nigel Salmon from Girasol Homes reports that the interest on Overseas property has increased via the use of videos on their blogs and new you tube sites.

For_Immediate_Release:

(Press Release) May 16, 2009 --

Girasol Homes are going forward with their video concept where they are amending the amount of ways we market property, A picture is worth a thousand words and with our partners technology we are now able to create movies from pictures and to this end have created a YOU TUBE Channel to showcase some of the more exciting ones.

This is an exciting move forward and again makes us even more effective to fill the vacuum created for the biggest markets, and the biggest one is Spain.

Our bargains keep rolling in and we encourage clients to contact us as soon as possible to discuss options.
source: FPR


Nigel Salmon
Girasol Homes
specials@girasolhomes.co.uk

For more information:

specials@girasolhomes.co.uk

Bargain Villas in Alicante Region - 140,000 euros

SUPERB DETACHED VILLAS IN QUALITY URBINISATION WITHIN EASY REACH OF ALICANTE AIRPORT AND MAIN TOWNS.

2 BATHROOMS. 400 METRE + PLOTS.

PRICES REFLECT A 30% DISCOUNT UNTIL JUNE 30 2009.
5KM FROM ALENDA GOLF.
10 MINUTES FROM MOORISH TOWN.

Superb Villa in Marbella Hill Club

JEWEL OF MARBELLA

This Beautiful and Extremely Luxurious Villa is set in the most exclusive area of Marbella within the Marbella Hill Club Estate in the Golden Mile.

A stunning property, built in Andalucian style with Moorish features, this lovely home is possibly the most prestigious and well positioned within the estate

Approached by a sweeping driveway, bordered by a large, open, lawn area complete with fountain, the property lies within a further 2,300 sq metre plot. As you walk up the steps and enter the building, you would be forgiven for thinking you had walked into a palace, as the richness and grandeur of this residence becomes apparent.

Contact us for more details please

Estepona Bargain Penthouse

• 3 BEDROOMS
• 3 BATHROOMS
• HIGH SPECIFICATION
• UNDERGROUND PARKING
• AIR CONDITIONING/DOUBLE GLAZING

• PANORAMIC SEA VIEWS
• ROOF TERRACE
• DISTRESSED SALE
• 24 HOUR SECURITY
• PRESTIGIOUS LOCATION

DISTRESSED SALE OPPORTUNITY.

Magnificent 3 bedroom penthouse with outstanding qualities and views towards Gibraltar- other less well positioned properties are on sale between 600,000 - 700,000. 3 bathrooms, sauna, south west facing, panoramic views, roof terrace, marble bathroom & flooring.

Contact us for full details.

URGENT SALE NEEDED HENCE LOW LOW PRICE.

Repossessions in Spain - Is it really worth all the bother?

Repossessions in Spain - Is it really worth all the bother?

Sometimes but not most of the time!



A lot of our UK customers seem to think there is a car boot sale occurring all over Spain. Partly true. But not for good quality property - here we have a buyers market for sure, but they still remain superb properties at amazing prices if you allow us to help with a quality service and effort.

We have been approached on numerous occasions recently by various Spanish banks and hangers on (people who know bank employees), wanting to feature their bank repossessions as part of our distressed Spanish property portfolio.Whereas we have no problems looking at opportunities for our clients, and in some cases it makes sense, you have to tread very carefully.

But having looked into the repossessions market here in Spain, and in our opinion, there are a number of obstacles to overcome before you can successfully (and confidently) promote the concept.

No Control

With Bank "Repossessions", as a client looking to buy a cheap Spanish property, you are completely in the hands of the bank and their representatives. We have heard nightmare stories about banks changing the prices at the last minute, and being very vague on property information. We think only a very small percentage of these Spanish repossessions are actually genuine ´bargains´ - most of the really good properties are snapped up by bank staff or families while the rest of the properties are usually rubbish, low quality properties with paper thin walls in poor developments or in the centre of cities where our majority of clients do not want to be.

In a few scenarios, a developer has gone bankrupt and the bank needs cash to salvage something from the situation. Very often, the true value can also be much lower than even the discounted price from the bank.

Cheap but nasty

Repossessions they may be, but as far removed from a genuine bargain as you could get. These are the properties that I keep telling my clients that will be on the market in 3,4,5 or 6 years time.

You get the property you deserve

If you don't listen, and you don't take the time to get it right you will join the many people who are buying properties in haste, to repent at leisure for years.

As we look after many clients and lots of agents we are so careful that we get it right I know we have lost many clients in the last 6 months who have ignored our advice and bought badly. We cannot impinge on customer choice, we are not that influential!

Look, listen and learn from us


All of the properties we promote are via our quality network and via our quality partners, we work with you to make sure we have listened so we can help you not make a mistake in securing your Spanish Property Bargain.

Its your move, and it's your money.....

A flavour of what we do in Spain in video

Girasol Homes web channel on You Tube is Open, feel free to view and subscribe, but if you want the exceptional one to one service you'll have to email or phone us.

Specials@girasolhomes.co.uk
44 1974 299055 or 020 8133 7866

Video on the increase

We are going forward with our video concept where we are amending the amount of ways we market property, A picture is worth a thousand words and with our partners technology we are now able to create movies from pictures and to this end have created a YOU TUBE Channel to showcase some of the more exciting ones.

This is an exciting move forward and again makes us even more effective to fill the vacuum created for the biggest markets, and the biggest one is Spain.

Our bargains keep rolling in and we encourage clients to contact us as soon as possible to discuss options.

Nigel Salmon
Girasol Homes
specials@girasolhomes.co.uk

LUXURY TOWNHOUSES PLAYA FLAMENCA

At Girasol Homes, we strive to negotiate discounted properties and investment deals to appeal to everyone.

PLAYA FLAMENCA - ALICANTE –

3 bedroom 2 bathroom townhouses NOW from 154,500 euros

A private residential complex, that consists of 140 houses on two floors, with a total surface of 177 m². Each house has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, an equipped kitchen, two terraces, a garden, a solarium and a barbecue in the terrace, with first quality finishes.

The whole has wide and beautiful areas of parks and gardens as well as a splendid 180 m² swimming pool.

These 3 bedroom luxury townhouses have been offered to our large database and will not hang around for long, so if you are interested and to reserve we require an email to unad@girasolhomes.co.uk or call 01974 299055.

First come first served.



3 golf courses nearby
Beach 5 minutes

The Most Popular Product at A PLACE IN THE SUN

As seen at A Place in the Sun

WAS 155,000 Euros - NOW 99,000 EUROS

Excellent touristic apartments – now reduced for quick sale only 99,000 euros


Discounted development, only 300 meters from the sea!

2 bed 1 bath apartment (75 sqm built + 15 sqm terrace), furnished, 300 meters from the sea - now 99.000€

Complete furniture pack included in the price!

Residential Punta Prima is located just a few metres from the superb sandy beaches of punta prima on the southern Costa Blanca. The area adjoins the fabulous coastal resorts of cabo roig and playa flamenca to the south, while the lively and bustling town of Alicante is a short drive to the north. The development is ideally located for quick and easy access to the area's 2 international airports of san Javier in Murcia and el altet in Alicante.

For golf-lovers, there are several notable options, including the nearby courses of campoamor, las ramblas and Villamartin.

the development is not only ideally located for easy access to the beach, but is also only a short walk from many excellent shops and restaurants, with further commercial facilities planned for the site itself.

The apartment’s features high specs tiling floors, PVC windows with double glazing, air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen and alarm.

Communal areas feature splendid swimming pools, pitch and putt, play areas, landscaped gardens and fountains.

The development offers a range of properties within its various phases.

The best price for beachside developments: 2 bed apartment at 300 meters distance to the beach, for only 99.000€.

Completion date: September 2009.

Contact Girasol on 01974 299055

Girasol Homes Team at the Place in the Sun!

Dear visitor


Next weeks A Place in the Sun exhibition is to be held at Earls Court, London between 3rd – 5th April (http://www.aplaceinthesun.com/exhibition) and we would like to invite you to go along and meet Girasol Homes who are exhibiting their wealth of “Special offers” to the public at the show with properties all across Spain and at amazing prices.


My team and I are experts at saving people thousands and have properties on show at up to 50% discount!


The areas included will be the North and Southern Costa Blanca’s, Andalucía, Marbella, Costa del La Luz, Granada, Almeria, Costa Calida (& Murcia), as well as the Canary Islands and Mallorca and Menorca. My partners across the regions have assembled their very best offers for the show and it will prove exciting for customers.

At the show we will also be showing clients how to take advantage of the buyers market and also to negate the exchange rate imbalance with a cheaper mortgage with exchange rates from 2.3%!

Please let me know if you would like free passes to the show and to meet me and my team at Girasol Homes who would be only too pleased to make you feel welcome and show you the wealth of opportunity on display.

If you can’t make it, don’t worry, please let me know if you are still looking and in which area and we will make sure you get the offers sent to your inbox after the show. Email us at specials@girasolhomes.co.uk

Also, if you are about to travel to look at houses please call or email us as we would like to show you our latest offers in the area you are going to, it could and probably will save you thousands and thousands.

The link is http://visitors.aplaceinthesun.com/ and you’ll find us at Stand G30 on the right hand side as you enter the main hall, you’ll see our roll up display advertising bargain properties!

We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you next week if convenient.


Best wishes


Nigel and Team

Marbella Hill Club - exceptional bargain

This Beautiful and Extremely Luxurious Villa is set in the most exclusive area of Marbella within the Marbella Hill Club Estate in the Golden Mile.

Estimated value 3.5 million euros – for fast sale 1.95 million euros



A stunning property, built in Andalucian style with Moorish features, this lovely home is possibly the most prestigious and well positioned within the estate.

Approached by a sweeping driveway, bordered by a large, open, lawn area complete with fountain, the property lies within a further 2,300 sq metre plot.

Immediately, the space, light, and extremely high attention to detail within the property, is noticeable.

The ground floor encompasses the main lounge and dining area, an office, the kitchen, with a second more casual dining space, and a large bedroom with en-suite facilities.

On entering the lounge, the garden, with its’ wide terraces and relaxing seating areas, beckons. From this commanding position, the panoramic views across Marbella to the sea, with the coast of Africa in the distance, are breathtaking. Within the garden are beautiful lawns and a pool, complete with a chiringito bar and barbecue, dining area. Given the many sunny days and gorgeous evenings on this part of the coast, you can imagine that this is a property where one can take full advantage of an outdoor lifestyle, while enjoying these delightful gardens. In addition to the more formal area, there is an excellent vegetable garden, complete with irrigation system and a variety of fresh vegetables on offer!

Returning indoors, you proceed upstairs to the fine, en-suite bedrooms. It is to be noted that all the ceilings in the property have been ornately crafted and the quality throughout is exceptional. The bathrooms have solid marble walls and no expense has been spared. While the gold-plated bathroom fittings may not be to everyone’s taste, this does indicate the extravagance and wealth that has been lavished on this palatial villa. There is an abundance of light throughout the bedrooms and as you step out onto the large upper-terrace, the stunning views once again become apparent.

Beneath the property is further accommodation and a large garage. There are five en-suite bedrooms in total, plus a two bedroom servants’ quarter.

We have great pleasure in offering this unique property to the market, and as there are no other villas available of this exceptional size, quality or location, we would encourage clients to view without delay.

The Marbella Hill Club sits majestically above the Golden Mile, and is the location of choice for the estate of an Arabian King and many world-famous celebrities. Less remarkable villas in this area, with smaller plots in less favourable positions, currently command prices of 3.5 to 6 million Euros. This Jewel of Marbella, with a location to dream of, offers an exceptional opportunity to purchase an outstanding property at the extremely low price of 1.950,000 Euros. The current realistic value of the property is estimated at 3.5 million +.

We have great pleasure in offering this unique property to the market, and as there are no other villas available of this exceptional size, quality or location, we would encourage clients to view without delay. Upon viewing, the client will fully comprehend what is being offered. Simply put, we would buy today!


Contact Girasol Homes on 44 1974 299055 to check on availability and a viewing trip

http://spanishpropertybargains.blogspot.com

Live on 2 seas from 109,000 euros

LA MANGA BEACH - Now from 109,000 euros



APARTMENTS AND PENTHOUSES RIGHT BY TWO DIFFERENT SEAFRONTS

La Manga Beach is a private residential complex situated in front of the beach and providing properties with views over two different seafronts. All services and leisure options are available (shopping centres, golf courses, beaches and wellness centres) just a short walk from the development.

Properties start now from 109,000 Euros - 170,000 euros.

Description


THE HONOUR OF LIVING NEXT TO TWO SEAFRONTS

Words cannot describe a building located on the sands of the sea. It is an outstanding geographic position: on the main road of La Manga, a short walk from the Tomás Maestre sports centre and shopping complex.

The surrounding ecological features make Mar Menor a unique spot to appreciate the majesty of mother nature, over a total surface area of 170 square kilometres. The temperatures of 14 degrees in winter and more than 30 degrees in summer along with a salinity of fifty percent provide its waters with therapeutic benefits acknowledged all over the world.

1 and 2 bedroom properties in front of the sea.

Differentiating features of the development:

* High quality of finish.
* Views over two seas from all properties including those on the side.
* Green zones painstakingly designed for the comfort of families, located between the water and the entrance to the building.
* Professional "paddle" (similar to tennis) court with views.
* Swimming pool for adults and children's area.
* Parking on the ground.
* Close to a watersports club.
* Sailing schools.

Status of development: finished.
Price range: from 109,000 to 179,000 Euros.

Contact us for full PDF and availability.

2 bedroom ground floor quality apartments - down from 130000

4 excellent apartments – now reduced for quick sale only 99,000 euros


Quality developer in Southern Costa Blanca – surrounded by golf courses and facilities, close to the beaches of Costa Blanca and also 20 minutes from the airport. An excellent location much loved by buyers and renters alike.

Prices for a 71m2 ground floor apartment now only 99,000 euros from 130,000


Key ready
High Quality
Communal Pool
2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
When they are gone they are gone
Ready to use this spring and summer

2 bedroom bungalows close to the Salt Lakes

BRAND NEW IN SAN MIGUEL DE SALINAS, 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW WITH ROOF TERRACE. MOVE IN CONDITION, GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO THE SALT LAKES AND AMENITIES.

QUALITY BUILDERS.

WE HAVE THE KEYS.

Features

• CLOSE TO SAN MIGUEL DE SALINAS
• 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW FOR THE PRICE OF AN APARTMENT
• LARGE ROOF SOLARIUM
• BRAND NEW
• FRONT, REAR AND SIDE GARDENS
• VIEWS FROM SOLARIUM
• COMMUNAL POOL


JUST 109,000 Euros - 2 Remain for sale.

ALL at the exclusive price of 700,000 Euros!!

7 EXCLUSIVE VILLAS

Exclusive Golf and Country Club

REDUCED FROM 1.4 MILLION TO 700,000 EUROS!!


This Exclusive Golf & Country Club's privileged location, between the mountains and the sea, strengthens its position as a wise investment.

The project has been designed by a highly renowned architectural team that has combined classical and rustic styles with the elegance and detail of the best quality workmanship and materials.

This attractive golf estate comprises a private and exclusive 9 hole golf course, clubhouse with lakeside terrace, bar and restaurant, pro shop, jogging tracks, and a choice of the most Beautiful Luxury Residences.

Within the 24 hr security and gated grounds of this exclusive Golf & Country Club one finds this small group of 7 luxury villas.

Standard features include fully installed hot/cold air-conditioning, marble flooring, private pool, spacious garage with automatic doors and the master bathroom boasts a characteristic "Roman" bath. The homes provide views to the nine-hole course and surrounding mountains, Perfect as a tranquil retreat for any golfing enthusiast.

Close to the coast and Peurto Banus, Marbella, Estepona, with fantastic facilities in a private luxury golf and country club. Live the dream.

We have sourced and negotiated an exceptional deal these villas are on the market at between 1,250,000 Euros to 1,400,000 Euros

We have these ALL at the exclusive price of 770,000 Euros

FULLY FURNISHED & COMPLETE bringing even more value to this deal !

Hot news for potential investors !

Some of these villas are already rented at 2,500 per month long term.

Short term rental high season 12 weeks will produce 2,500 Euros per week.

So the first purchasers have the best choice and the best deal!

We advise looking very closely at these as they are exceptional and complete luxury at a fantastic price you will not be disappointed.

Contact us today for further details and information