Zurich Mountain coming Winter this year.

Zürichberg – Wohnadresse

Translated from German Zürichberg is Zurich Mountain (above), one of the most exclusive and desirable addresses in Switzerland’s capital city. The image below from MOBIMO reflects a bit of the stylish and crisp architectural flair of these residences with privileges. The reader can find more information a wonderful images via this link. Alternatively you can contact: Mobimo Management AG, Seestrasse 59 8700 Küsnacht: Tel. +41 44 397 11 01 or verkauf@mobimo.ch

1184 Sq. Ft in Buenos Aires $2,735 per month

Palermo: Arenales St. & Sanchez de Bustamante St.

Okay, if you don’t know Buenos Aires then the address above won’t make too much sense. But, if you want to rent a penthouse in the city then Buenos Aires Habitat is the best place online to find one. The image above shows off just how upscale and luxurious this Argentine city can be. For those how have never been, we can tell you there’s no more refined city in Latin America. For more information on this or the many other Buenos Aires listings, you can contact Buenos Aires Habitat via: info@buenosaireshabitat.com, or Tel. Buenos Aires: +(54-11) 4815-8662 / 4816-6405 / 4813-7949.

This Mullumbimby is amazing as is the company photography

Mythical Mullumbimby

The next listing actually deserves an entire spread and in depth article. I quote directly from the Luxury Real Estate Australia listing:

“This home and environs comprise an unrepeatable labour of love in one of the most strategic and spectacular sites in the northern rivers. Unhindered private views from Cape Byron, to Mt Chincogan to Mt Warning. Close enough to hear the surf at Byron but far enough away for total peace and privacy. The land is arable and suited for macadamias or coffee. The architect designed home is unique and splendid with a wealth of exquisite detail and design.”

And then some. Mt Warning in the background, a 17 meter lap pool, and I’ll let your curiosity direct you to see more. Contact Brian Grant at +61 0408 899 555 if just outside Brisbane is your next home away from home.

Jason Soprovich knows his Hollywood property presentation

Eagle Harbor – Vancouver

Every day as an editor and author is a discovery. Today I found a real estate broker who knows his online business where showing properties is concerned. Jason Soprovich clearly understands people need to connect with things they may want to buy, especially online. The most difficult thing in the world is showing a property without the feeling, the tone, the sense the buyer can get from standing in the living room. But to get a lead into the living room? Ah, that is the rub now isn’t it?

As you can tell from the picture (full screen when you visit) 5535 Parthenon Place in West Vancouver, is extraordinary. Though the price is on request, it’s clear this ultra bachelor pad will go for millions. To contact Jason, call him on his cell at +1.604.817.8812, or mail him at jason@jasonsoprovich.com. Be sure and see the other fantastic properties whether or not you intend moving to Vancouver.

Tokyo Midtown Residences – view from the Ritz Carlton

Tokyo Midtown Residences

If I were a billionaire. Funny I never thought of it, but an appreciation of all things Japanese would seem to have led any writer to focus on a pad in Tokyo? Or not somehow. Whatever the reason, not taking a look at one of the world’s most fascinating and hopping places, has to be some sort of sin. And if you are going to fork over the hard earned cash for a place, then there’s no place better in Japan’s capital then these luxury residences. Available for long term rental, these fabulous apartments are the only 5 star luxury pads at the wonderful Ritz Carlton. For more info you can reach out directly via phone: +81-3-5772-9923, or visit the website via the link. We leave you with an image of your swimming pool at the Ritz.

Pool at the Ritz in Tokyo

Sorouh Gates construction – courtesy Sorouh

Aldar, the company that developed Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Formula One race circuit, has been massively funded by the government there.  With recent EU economic woes increasing, and the price of oil stagnant, its the companies are a bit “on the ropes” as far as potential profitability and liquidity are concerned. Goldman Sachs and the National Bank of Abu Dhabi are leading talks over the proposed merger, while Credit Suisse advises Aldar, and Morgan Stanley works with Sorouh individually. Challenges remain regardless of any talks however, the country being faced with ever increasing suppl-demand concerns regarding their property holdings.

Shares of the two companies jumped a bit on the news of a potential merger Aldar still being up 35.9 percent year-to-date and Sorouh up 36 percent, according to reports. On a final note here, if attention to a corporate website means anything at all, Aldar’s new one, plus the fact that there has been no press release posted on the old one in a year, shows a company focused elsewhere beyond growth for us. Aldar’s last press release spoke of the Abu Dhabi Education Council penning a deal with the property group in October of 2011.

As for the most recent construction project reports, this PDF from the firm shows a bit of where those billions are tied up. Not to be too critical, but throwing money into such projects as YAS Water World Abu Dhabi at a time when most of the world cannot afford lunch, this is not exactly gripping investment potential.

As for Sorouh, the news front is slightly better online visibility wise at least. The company website shows a release having been made for the completion of the world’s tallest bridge structure of a penthouse at ey residential development. We’re not sure exactly who keeps records of such world records, but Richard Amos, the company’s CFO, looks as if he’s lost some sleep in the 2012 report given below. Not to sound too critical, sometimes the little signs add up to a lot in these matter. It remains to be seen if the two companies will merge, and whether or not any such merger can result in black ink for those concerned.

Image by miamism/Flickr

Beautiful Location

The city of Miami is a great place to build holiday homes and is ideal for the vacation getaways. It has miles of coastline with exotic views of the sea and the cityscape. These beautiful locations are being tapped by the real estate developers and investors for setting up Miami Beach condos and luxury villas. They attract the rich crowd like film-stars and industrialists who do not mind spending big cash on beautiful homes. What matters to them is the house and the location and these two criteria are met by the real estate developers in Miami. As you can see, they are using Miami’s USP of beautiful natural beauty to help the real estate market.

Prices Are Rising

The property prices in Miami are rising after the city saw a boon in real estate. This phenomenon is causing the investors are purchasers to scramble for luxury properties before the prices rise any further. With speculation of price rise forcing buyers to dish out money the luxury real estate is seeing a great time.

Emergence Of Rich Buyers

Now that the crisis in the economy has passed, buyers are now bringing out their money and investing in properties. The value of such luxury properties like Miami beach condos can never go down much and these are great pieces to invest in. These rich, high-end buyers are making instant cash purchases and this favours the luxury real estate market greatly.

Presence Of Foreign Investors

Foreign investors from abroad are ready to invest in these luxury real estate properties because the prices of these condos even though high, are cheaper than the prices of property in their own country. They therefore do not hesitate twice before investing in these luxury real estate deals.

These four factors are coming together to foster the boom in the luxury real estate market of Miami.

Brenda Lyttle is an enthusiastic custom home builder. She loves her job as she helps people frame out their dream homes from their imaginary canvas into reality.

Two single lots, each five and a half acres, as well as a 7.5-acre parcel with a four bedroom house, make this a unique property for the well heeled New York paradise seeker. Built in 1979, the rustic home offers 20 foot ceilings in the main room, a fireplace, and glass doors that offer a view of this extraordinary Island getaway. Go clamming, sunbathe on your own beach, or entertain several families at once. Fishing, boating, camping, crabbing, you complete the list of things to do on and around Southold Bay.

Oh, there’s also a boathouse, and inground pool, tennis courts, and a host of other amenities and features to enjoy. The listing is maintained by Town & Country Real Estate, in case you are interested in finding out more.

The listing agents are Nicholas Planamento and Joan Bischoff of Town & Country Real Estate’s Mattituck Office. The image below is courtesy their website, while the  Southold Bay image at top is courtesy © TheSupe87 – Fotolia.com.

Southold | $3,995,000 | IN No. 28807

Note: Please refer to the contact details at the end of the listing for more info. This 30 acre retreat is listed by the owner at $2.9 million, and all details are available on request as suggested below.

A view from the top of 30 acre Asheville estate.

This property features a paved road, plus all underground utilities. Suitable as a contiguous exclusive estate, or for subdividing,  the mostly wooded and partially cleared parcel has  panoramic views from every section of the tract. 10 minutes from the top of the mountain to downtown Asheville, North Carolina, the property is populated by indigenous Oak, hickory and poplar trees as well.

For the discriminating buyer, whether for personal or commercial development, this North Carolina mountain parcel is as rare a find as exists. All the best of mountain and lake living, just a stone’s throw from scenic Lake James (Bottom Image) – the buyer will find a welcome surprise in the 23 foot Beneteau sailboat that goes with this estate.

Another angle of the 360 panoramic atop the mountain.

Overlooking Asheville, Weaverville, and Woodfin  this 30+ acre retreat is both secluded and convenient to all amenities in the area. As the images suggest, this vantage point is not only the highest point of land in the immediate area, but affords the most stunning views of Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding.

Another view from the top of the mountain

Asheville is home to about 2500 full time residents, and quite obviously the surrounding countryside offers superb outdoors activities, not to mention shopping, cultural, and sightseeing opportunities. Asheville is famous for George Washington Vanderbilt II’s legendary Biltmore Estate (image below), the largest privately owner residence in the United States. Asheville itself was called an Appalachian Shangri-La by New York Times Travel columnist Chris Dixon. The eclectic mix of society in and around Asheville is, in itself, as unique as the spectacular views from our property listing.

The Biltmore - Courtesy © maxim sivyi - Fotolia.com

Anyone who knows anything about Asheville knows why so many who visit this magical place end up moving here. Not only is this part of the Blue Ridge Mountains mesmerizing in its beauty, but Asheville is just one fantastically fun city to live in. Inviting. This is the word most often used to describe historic Asheville. Mother Nature in all her splendour, accentuated by the fun people and places nearby, Asheville is a North Carolina wonder.

Footbridge in the Blue Ridge - Courtesy © Dave Allen - Fotolia.com

Some nearby attractions include; The Blue Ridge Parkway, Pack Square, the Southern Highland Folk Art Center, Western Carolina Nature Center, famous Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, and hundreds of others. For those unfamiliar with this area of the US, the real natural treasures are not always those along the traveled path, you see, they are the ones tucked into the countryside, North Carolina treasures such as the foliage and feeling illustrated at the secluded bridge above.

Lake James North Carolina - Courtesy Camp Lake James Facebook

Contact the seller personally: For more information on this wonderful property please contact the owner, Mike at: (828) – 712-6767. Alternatively, you may email your questions to: liveslowsailfast1@gmail.com. Please contact the owner for all information requests or to make an offer.

Featured image courtesy © Dave Allen – Fotolia.com

Luxury home exchanges, the way to better living?

• Clean your house thoroughly. You wouldn’t want to move into a house that is dirty so why leave your luxury home in that condition when you go on exchange? If you don’t have the time to clean it yourself, hire a professional cleaner to ensure that your home is in tip top condition. Keep in mind that you will also need to clean the home you stay in before leaving for the next one.

• You will need to take pictures of your luxury home and vehicles to advertise on the exchange website. You should also list any damage that is present in case whoever stays in your home does damage and claims it was there previously. If there are no images then it is your word against theirs and you may find it difficult to claim financial reimbursement.

• When listing your luxury property for rent in Piccadilly you may want to take out additional insurance to ensure that you are covered for this type of luxury home exchange program. Insurance providers generally do cover this type of exchange provided they have been notified of it first. Keep in mind that by listing your home for exchange, you are giving other people permission to access your home and vehicles so having insurance for these is essential.

• Enquire as to the guarantee that the luxury home exchange program offers. You will need to remove valuables from the property such as jewellery and cash prior to letting your house out on exchange.

• If you have pets make sure to list these on the site, as well what kind of looking after they require. Make sure that you provide a detailed list of instructions on how to handle and care for them. It may be better to enlist the services of a pat carer to ensure that your pets are looked after properly while you are away.

Luxury property exchange programs also provide a fantastic opportunity to view properties around the world such as luxury property for sale in Tuscany, Milan, Japan, and Australia and so on. If you want to travel the world while living in luxury then consider luxury property exchange.

Sally Roberts is a freelance writer who specialises in the luxury property industry.

Image courtesy © stock_for_free – Fotolia.com

According to the news release, iStar Financial is transforming the property into a more modern and sophisticated, 30 residence, seven story condo complex. The intimate, yet resort oriented living spot offers residents an unparalelled locale, beachfront access, and up to 6,000 square feet of penthouse exclusivity.

Cervera has been called in on account of the expertise in handling such edgy and tasteful properties. SVP of iStar Financial, Anthony Burns, had this to add about the appointment:

“Cervera’s market knowledge and keen awareness of tastes and trends are integral to our plans for the reposition and launch of this one-of-a-kind South Beach property. Furthermore, DYL Group’s expertise in project development, management and real estate makes a perfect fit to bring the vision to life.”

Ocean House will feature exclusive services and amenities apparent only at the luxuriant accommodations of a kind. A private beach club, gym and spa facilities, beach-side pool, sunning beds, private cabanas, 24 hour security, valet and butler services, you name it, Ocean House has a degree of luxury and all the usual suspects thereof.

For more information about this fine property, or this news, please visit the links provided. Alternatively, please visit Cervera’s Facebook aspect here, or their Twitter profile. iStar is also a good source for further details via their link.

Main image courtesy © tomalu – Fotolia.com