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Archive for the ‘April 2009 Newsletter’ Category

Introduction/Welcome – April 2009

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009

Welcome to the April edition of La Nouvelle – the monthly newsletter from HOMEHUNTS.  Especially written and created to keep you up to date with our best international properties plus lots of interesting articles, advice, together with news from the property market.

Springtime has arrived and this season is such a wonderful time, particularly in the South of France – it promotes a positive mood and any dreams or plans that are budding can be set in motion.  Whether your plan to buy is still only a bud or whether you are almost in full bloom, now is a good time to concentrate your search and take a look at our selection of luxurious properties. (more…)

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Open the Door – to the Moroccan Riad

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009

maroc13This month we feature the history and take a look at the enchanting Moroccan Riad which is a traditional house or palace with an interior garden.

The word Riad originally comes from the Arabic word ‘ryad’ for garden and the design of these courtyard dwellings in the coastal regions of Morocco were an adaption of the Roman “Villa”. The riads focused on the interior space which allowed for family privacy and protection from the weather in Morocco.  Steeped in rich history these dwellings had belonged to the powerful families of Morocco and the best craftsmen came from all over the Mediterranean to build and design them. (more…)

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Property News

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009

morocco6VISION IN MOROCCO

Sir Winston Churchill was famously captivated by Morocco and entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson and The Rolling Stones have bought a luxury hotel/retreat in this vibrant, exotic country.

Its welcoming people and natural beauty have helped to put Morocco at the forefront of the overseas property market over the past 2 years.  As well as the cultural cities of Marrakech, Casablanca, Fes and Tangiers, Morocco offers an abundance of pristine coastline along both the Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea which is attracting buyers looking for a quieter and more beach orientated way of life.  Stunning vistas and golden sand beaches are being sensibly and responsibly developed with most resorts developers only permitted to build 3 story structures within the resort. (more…)

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Property People

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009

nicky-summerNicky Summer.  Creative Director and Founder of City and Beach

Luxury International Interiors & Lifestyle

“You are a product of your environment.  So choose the environment that will best develop you toward your objective.” W.Clement Stone.

Our personal living and leisure space needs to be a place to unwind, a space which perfectly reflects our individual personality and preferred lifestyle.  There is style and then there is true Style.  Successful interior design requires a magic touch, an ability of being able to “see beyond” to create the desired surroundings. (more…)

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Location Spotlight – St Tropez

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009

luxury_saint_tropez_propertySt. Tropez situated on the Riviera in the VAR needs no introduction. Think St Tropez and justified images of the iconic Brigitte Bardot and luxurious yachts in the Port spring to mind.   Investing in luxury property in St Tropez is not a gamble but a dead cert. (more…)

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