Sotogrande Holiday Season

Sotogrande Festive Season | part 2

As we have already mentioned in our first blog about Christmas in Sotogrande, spending your Christmas holidays here are exceptional and exclusive.

Even at this time of year, Sotogrande has a lot to offer. To escape the hectic of the big city, work or family pressure, Sotogrande is the perfect hideaway for you Christmas holiday.

In this second blog about the Festive season in Sotogrande, we will give you some insight information from real Sotogrande connoisseurs…

Sotogrande area

During this beautiful time of year, with an average temperature of 16 to 18 degrees, we advice you to take a walk through the Sotogrande area. Visit the marina with it´s cosy restaurants and bars or have a good stroll along the Sotogrande beach, a game of golf with family or friends or a family lunch in Restaurant La Quinta, with stunning views over the polo fields. The Sunday market is worth visiting, just as to do some workouts or relaxing treatments at the Almenara Welness & Spa hotel.

Gibraltar

Only at a distance of 15 minutes, Gibraltar is a great place to visit. There are many  interesting things to be seen, such as the Barbary Macaques (the famous Apes), the great Siege Tunnels, St Michael´s Cave, the Moorish Castle, the One hundred ton gun, Europa point and lot´s of tax free shops in Main street. Further more you can join the Gibraltar Dolphin Safari or have a nice break at one of the English or Irish pubs and restaurants in Ocean Village. Did you know that the Gibraltar synagogue is a 100% copy of the synagogue in Amsterdam/Holland? Please don´t forget your passport, you have to cross the border from Spain into Gibraltar!

Sevilla

Perhaps the most beautiful city in Andalusia, is Seville, Sevilla in Spanish. At 2 hours distance from Sotogrande, this 15th century city has the largest cathedral in Europe. Go back in history by visiting the Alcazar Royal Palace & gardens and the Roman ruins just outside Seville. Take a stroll through the old city centre and you will find the most amazing, specialized shops, from real Cuban cigars to authentic Moorish gift shops. Don´t forget to go to a Tapas bar at night where you can experience a Tablao Flamenco performance. Seville is an absolute must-visit!

Sierra Nevada

Are you still missing the real Christmas feeling during your stay in Sotogrande? Take the car and in 2,5 hours drive you are in the Sierra Neveda, the place to be for skiing. The Sierra Nevada (meaning “snowy range” in Spanish) is a mountain range in the region of Andalusia. It contains the highest point of continental Spain, Mulhacen at 3478 m (11,411 ft.) above sea level.

It is a popular destination, as its high peaks make skiing possible in one of Europe’s most southerly ski resorts, in an area along the Mediterranean See, predominantly known for its warm temperatures and abundant sunshine. At its foothills is found the city of  Granada.

Wishing you a very, merry Christmas and a prosperous 2013!

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luxurious villa valderrama Sotogrande | for sale

Шикарная вилла Валдемара Sotogrande

/ в продаже

This beautiful exceptional private villa is located in the beloved and special zone of Sotogrande Medio, at the Valderrama Golf course.
Эта исключительно красивая частная вилла находится в самой красивой и специальной зоне в Сотогранде Медио,недалеко от гольф площадки.

This unique villa in Sotogrande has been completely refurbished 7 years ago for more than over 1 million euros.
Эта уникальная вилла в Сотогранде вполне риновированна 7 лет тому назад за более чем 1млн.евро.

This property is secured with the ultimate top in security systems, including cameras in all the areas and eye spies in the ceilings.
Имущество охраняется самыми современными  телекамерами,Есть камеры на всей територии,включая и небольшие камеры на потолках.

The latest domotica installed for music and TV, lutron lights system, fire alarm in all the rooms, automatic sprinkler and watering system, airconditioning in all the bedrooms, underfloor heating, salt system and wifi.
Последняя монтированная система контролирует  музыкальное оформление и телевидение в доме,систему света,противопожарную систему во сех комнатах,автоматическую систему орошения ,климатическую систему для охлаждения помещений в доме,половое отопление,интернет.

The villa has a large entrance hall with stairs leading onto the first floor. On the left side of the entrance hall there is an open plan dining area and 1^st living room /lounging corner with open fire place.

В вилле огромная прихожая с лестницей,по которой можно поднятся на первый  этаж.Слево от прихожей  находятся большая открытая столовая с кухней и уголок для отдыха у камина.

This area leads onto the big covered terrace with sitting- and dining area with views to the open terrace, large swimming pool (fenced), Jacuzzi pool and the upper terrace sundeck, Balinese style.
Оттуда можно выйти на большую закрытую  терасу с уголком для отдыха и обеда и с  видом на  большой басейн,джакузи и верхняя тераса для загорания на солнце в бельгийском стиле.

The ample, fully equipped modern kitchen has a lot of working area, built in storage rooms and Neff appliances.
Широкая и просторная кухня вполне оборудована всем необходимым,с кладовкой и приборами Нефф.

On the right side of the entrance hall is a 2^nd living room/salon with library.

On the same floor are 2 bedrooms, with 1 bathroom, an extra guest toilet and 2 storage rooms near the entrance.
Справа от прихожей вторая гостиная и салон типа библиотеки.На том же этаже есть две спальныe помещения, баня,туалет для гостей и две складовыe помещения недалеко от входа.

The first floor contains of a very large master bedroom with spacious bathroom, walk-in closet and music/TV system.
На первом  этаже большое спальное помещение для родителей и просторная баня,гардеробная с музыкальной и тв системой.

In the passage is an office area.
В коридоре есть еще одно помещение,которое можно пользовать как офис.

On this floor are 2 more bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, both with small verandas.
На этом  этаже находятся еще две бани и два маленьких балкончика.

In the basement is a maid´s room, to use as bedroom, laundry room etc. and a small cloakroom.
На полуподвальном  этаже есть комната для домашних помощников,ее можно использовать как спальню,мокрое помещение,а также и небольшая кладовка.

The outside garage has space for 2 cars and there are 2 extra storage rooms.
Во внешнем гараже есть место для 2 машин,есть и 2 дополнительных складские помещений.

The villa has a surrounded terrace and there is outdoor lightning to the terraces.
Вилла окружена со всех сторон терасами,которыe хорошо освещаются.

- Villa valuation 2012: 2,2 million
Вилла оценивается в 2012 году на 2,2 млн.евро

- Reasonable offers accepted;
Принимаем разумныe оферты

-        Furniture is negotiable;
Оборудование дома по договариванию.

This Valderrama villa is without doubt one of the best ´value for money´ properties in Sotogrande.
Вилла Валдемара без сомнения одно из лучших и стоящих имуществ в Сотогранде.

For further information about this luxurious Villa at the Valderrama Golf course in Sotogrande, please contact us at info@sotogrande-exclusive.com
Для больше информации свяжитесь с нами info@sotogrande-exclusive.com

Sotogrande Christmas 2012

Dear friends,

In this blog I want to tell you a bit more what Sotogrande is like during the Christmas season and about all the interesting things you can do, while having your Christmas holidays over here!

Sotogrande Christmas Season

Christmas at Sotogrande. Why not celebrate Christmas with family and friends in one of the most luxurious places in the South of Spain?

Everybody knows Marbella for its glitz and glamour, Sotogrande has the essence of sophistication and tranquillity. Sotogrande is only 15 minutes from Gibraltar Airport and one hour from Málaga International and Jerez Airports.

Sotogrande comprises a 20 square kilometre stretch from the Mediterranean Sea, into the Sierra Almenara mountains. This town, nicknamed ‘Soto’, enjoys contrasting views of ocean, mountain, forests, green fairways, the Rock of Gibraltar and the North African Coastline.

Sotogrande Marina

The Sotogrande marina has beautiful pedestrian pathways filled with trendy boutiques, boating shops, restaurants and bars. Built in the late 70s, this marina has become iconic on the coast and offers all the facilities needed. These amenities include electricity, fresh water, telephone line, television cables and 24 hour security. Sotogrande is not known for intense nightlife. Instead relaxed, classy bars are in abundance. Many residents and tourists enjoy long sumptuous dinners and drinks in the marina.

Sotogrande Sports

Sotogrande can offer golf fanatics two of the best courses in Europe, the Valderrama Golf course and the Old course of Real Sotogrande, as well as Almenara, a 27-hole course beautiful designed by Dave Thomas, and La Reserva, designed by Cabell B. Robinson. Sotogrande is also a paradise for polo lovers. The Santa María Polo Club and the Ayala Polo Club are some of the most established and affluent clubs in Sotogrande. Also tennis and paddle lovers will find their way in Sotogrande.

Sotogrande Sightseeing Tips!

• Ronda; take the train at the San Roque railway station and within 2 hours you are in the centre of the historical city of Ronda. As one of the oldest towns in Spain you’ll find history around every corner in Ronda. There are traces of Ronda’s origins from the Neolithic age, through the era of the Romans, the Arab age and the conquest of the ancient city by the Catholic Monarchs in 1485 through to the 19th century when Ronda was best known for the banditry in the surrounding hills and the origins of bullfighting in the Ronda bullring which still stands.
• Jerez; Jerez De La Frontera has a long and storied history of one of its major exports, Sherry.  Made in the city for hundreds of years, the world began finding out about this sweet wine around the 14th century.  The wine spread to England as well, and was loved by even William Shakespeare.
  Flamenco dancing has a long and storied past in Jerez De La Frontera.   It is said to have been brought there, as well as through other areas of Andalusia by bands of gypsies.

Sotogrande, to be continued!

I wish you all a joyful Christmas and a happy and prosperous 2013!

Monique 

Bargain Villa Sotogrande River, Andalusie, Spain

Bargain Villa Sotogrande River, Andalusie Spain!

7 BEDROOM VILLA SOTOGRANDE RIVER | REDUCED PRICE!

A recently refurbished 7 bedroom villa in Sotogrande Costa, close to the Guadiaro River.

This magnificent villa is an exceptional property situated not only in the most desirable part of Sotogrande Costa, but is also uniquely placed on the banks of the River Guadiaro.

The house has a courtyard in Andalusian style and opens into a large hall with a sweeping staircase (44m2) on either side. Directly ahead is the main living room which leads onto a beautiful dining room and separate seating area (112m2).

These rooms are divided by arches and do not give the impression of open plan living. These areas opens onto an attractive covered terrace area, suitable for outdoor entertaining, with views to the garden, the river and an island.

To the left of the hall is the kitchen (26m2) which leads directly onto the family room (47m2). The kitchen is fitted with Gaggenau appliances and together with the family room provides both spacious and practical accommodation.

To the left of the family room there is a bedroom/study and a shower room. To the left of the kitchen are the service areas with a walk-in larder, temperature controlled wine cellar, laundry room and drying patio. From this part of the house there is access to the garage, suitable for two cars and an exterior car port.

To the right of the hall there is an independent area of 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms plus a large walk-in linen cupboard. The hall itself also has a small office to the right and guest toilet to the left.

Upstairs is the master bedroom (27m2) with two independent bathrooms and dressing rooms. There is a further adjoining bedroom and bathroom on this floor and both bedrooms lead onto a large terrace with extensive views across the river, surrounding mountains and countryside. A store room is also located on this level.

The heated swimming pool has an adjacent pool house/changing room complete with shower and toilet. A barbecue is situated by an outside dining area under a vine-covered pergola.

The garden enjoys some 30 metres of river frontage with direct access to the water, a small jetty and faces onto a small island. This island is a protected Bird Sanctuary which affords the property excellent privacy and views.

The house has electric under-floor heating throughout plus air conditioning. There are also a number of ceiling fans throughout the property.

In the garden there is an automatic sprinkler system and outside lighting which can be manually or automatically operated.

The property is also fully fitted with an intruder alarm system.

This exclusive family Villa in Sotogrande Costa, at the Guadiaro River, is very highly recommended as one of the finest houses in Sotogrande.

Plot size: 5,000 m2

Built: 710 m2

www.sotogrande-exclusive.com

Sotogrande Luxury Living

Sotogrande Luxury Lifestyle


Almost the end of May and lot´s of things going on. My business with the Real Estate is really picking up. A lot of new villas, apartments and plots on the website and even requests to sell property in other parts of Europe. A beautiful apartment for sale in Cannes, in the south of France. But especially new properties here in Sotogrande. For example La Hacienda de Valderrama, outstanding luxury apartments located next to the Valderrama Golf course. For very attractive prices. A joint-venture with my friend Tina in Germany, who is going to maintain the German version of the website. An advertisement in Porsche Magazine forthcoming, so do list your property with Sotogrande Exclusive! And last but not least a step into the Sotogrande Venues.... It is going to be a busy summer... Regards, Monique

Cannes Lifestyle La Californie

Luxury Apartment Cannes La Californie – France

Sometimes we receive special requests from our global network. And that is actually quite normal, we all are world citizens and think global! And we love the French Riviera too! Therefor Sotogrande Exclusive likes to present this very special, exclusive property.

This luxury apartment in Cannes, is located in the heart of La Californie, the favorite area of Pablo Picasso! The apartment offers an outstanding exclusivity and lifestyle; sumptuous interior combined with an intelligent lay-out. Everything to create an enviable living experience at the French Riviera Côte d´Azur.

255 m2 SURFACE

This luxury apartment contains superb living areas + terrace of 255 m2, all on one floor. The comfortable, south facing terrace has stunning, panoramic views onto the Mediterranean Sea. Large living room with dining area. 1 exceptional master suite, bathroom and sea view, 1 bedroom with ensuite bathroom and seaview and 2 bedrooms with bathroom ensuite as well, all with built-in wardrobes. Fully equiped kitchen with high class appliances and 2 extra guest toilets available.

ARMANI STYLED INTERIOR

This exclusive Cannes Apartment is completely designed in Armani Style. Up to 255 m2 of spacious living area, the apartment offers an outstanding exclusivity and lifestyle. The contemporary style of Armani home interior, marble floors, superb quality of wood, Eggersmann kitchen, top security and the latest trends in domotica, this apartment is finished to the detail and represents a first class appearance.

TOP SECURITY

To enter this first class apartment, you can only use your private lift by unique finger print identification! The lift opens straight into the entrance hall of the apartment. Besides there is a 24-hours security service in the apartment building itself.

HIGH STANDARD DOMOTICA

The latest high tec domotica has been added to guaranty a first class appearance. In the entrance hall you will find a I-Path holding system, from which you can control all the domotica in the apartment, such as sunshades, lightning, music, temperatura and airconditioning. Of course it is possible to arrange every function separately room by room.

EXTRA APARTMENT STAFF MEMBERS

A luxury, exclusive apartment like this, needs often staff to maintain the premises. Therefor there is an extra apartment below in the building, specially for 2 staff members, if required.

CANNES La CALIFORNIE

La Californie in Cannes, perhaps the most prestigious area at the French Riviera Cote d´Azur, in France!

La Californie in Cannes, is the hide-away for the rich and famous. La Californie is home to large estates, with panoramic views from the snowy Alps, Nice is clearly visible in the distance and the Cap d´Antibes, Juan les Pins and Cannes are just below.

There is only one address in La  Californie you want to live and that is Avenue Roi Albert. It is definitely ´the´ address in La Californie and some people say in all of Cannes, France.

Victoria and Albert spent their vacations in La Californie, Edward and Wallis Simpson, the Rothschilds and also the Russian aristocracy lived here.

In Cannes the Old Grandeur is still alive and you certainly have to visit famous places like Nice, Monaco, Juan Les Pins, Mougins and Saint Tropez too. Cannes is well known as the address for one of the world´s famous artists, Pablo Picasso. But also nowadays all the international celebrities are visiting Cannes, such as George Clooney and David Beckham.

If you love the exclusivity and glamour of the French Riviera, Cannes is the place to be!

A bientôt.... Monique