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At Property Development World we understand that you have exceptionally high standards and only want us to showcase the sexiest, most sumptuous and amazing property developments in the world - which is why we were in two minds about introducing you to this development of posh property in Switzerland overlooking Lake Geneva.

You see the setting is exquisite in terms of its exclusivity - but really the setting is only so posh because of the snob factor associated with living in Switzerland!  But hey ho, nevertheless, for your perusal here is a review of the Mariner’s Residence apartment development in Montreux-Villeneuve overlooking Lake Geneva in Switzerland.

The developers behind this particular Montreux-Villeneuve apartment complex probably feel the location and the exact setting will sell the properties because they have put no real effort into their website or into the accompanying sales copy that goes with it. 

If you check out the website (as always there’s a link at the bottom of this article) you’ll see what we mean, it is barely navigable and reads very badly…

So, moving swiftly on – what is it about Mariner’s Residence that makes it worthy of your consideration? 

The views (pictured above), the location and the snob factor for sure. 

The 11 apartments for sale are relatively spacious and certainly finished to an exceptionally fine standard…but what sets them head and shoulders above similar property elsewhere in the world is the fact that residents have uninterrupted and really and truly breathtaking views of Lake Geneva, the Alps and Chillon Castle from their homes.

Additionally Montreux-Villeneuve is located close to the world famous and everso exclusive spa town of Evian as well as within easy reach of Verbier and Gstaad - it is highly accessible from Geneva and it is a location with lots of seriously exclusive private schools and medical clinics.  Yes, these are truly posh properties in a posh location.

So, if you want to wow your friends and peers with your choice of second home or principal residence you’re going to want to get your hands on posh property in Switzerland overlooking Lake Geneva we think - and so you should probably check out the Mariner’s Residence website for more detailed information!

The beauty of the Hawaiian island of Kauai has been protected from major development for many years and it is only now that certain developments of a significantly high calibre are being considered for planning permission by local authorities.  Basically only developments that will enhance the island’s appeal and desirability will be considered.

Our featured magnificent superior ocean front resort on Kauai, Hawaii is actually the first to be given the go ahead since 1990 which shows just how stringent planning rules are and just how special the Koloa Landing development at Poipu Beach on Kauai from S&P Destination Properties is actually going to be.  But hey, you wouldn’t expect us at PDW to feature any old rubbish now would you. 

The emphasis at Koloa Landing is most certainly on luxury which makes us quite excited!…Each of the one, two or three bedroom condominium properties available for sale comes with the highest grade of internal fixture, fitting and finishing and just get a load of this: -

You will have natural stone and wood flooring throughout each of the properties – with the wooden flooring internally then blending into the solid wood on each property’s expansive lanai.  There will be massive floor to ceiling glass panels as doors leading from the property to the lanai so that the inimitably amazing and exotic resort and ocean views remain unobstructed whether you’re inside or outside your home.  There will be polished granite worktops and splash backs in the superior appointed kitchens which also come with state of the art appliances of course - and in the bathrooms which are all glass and marble there will be two person bath tubs and huge glass encased showers!  Oh, and his and hers walk in wardrobes, private lifts as well as high speed internet access in each condo finish off the pretty amazing list of features available in each property.

In terms of the resort development, it is right on the beach so that residents and visitors to the Koloa Landing development at Poipu Beach on Kauai can sail, snorkel, dive, fish and enjoy the sun, sea and sand.  Within the resort the grounds are being landscaped to tie in perfectly with the exotic and colourful natural surroundings.  There will be cascading streams and waterfalls pouring into four lagoon swimming pools, there will be a swim through cave and grotto, a waterslide and throughout the grounds there will be torch lit pathways, hammocks, sunset lanais and hot tubs.

Additionally the resort is home to or within walking distance of a spa, fine dining restaurants, cocktail and wine bars, designer shopping boutiques and golf courses.

If you fancy a pretty amazing home in one of the world’s most desirable, enticing and exciting, locations then check out the Koloa Landing development at Poipu Beach on Kauai it really is a magnificent superior ocean front resort.

An impressive island development covering 579,000 square meters of reclaimed land directly off the coast of Manama in Bahrain is now well underway with land reclamation complete and real estate construction phases on schedule and due for completion in 2009 and 2010. 

The island in question was to be known as LuLu Island but developers have renamed it Reef Island as they feel the name more appropriately reflects the development’s location and its unique natural beauty.  So, today for your delectable delight we bring you luxurious freehold property on Reef Island in Bahrain.

Located perfectly just fifteen minutes drive from the nearby international airport and a five minute hop from Manama’s central business district, Reef Island residents are likely to be jet setting business persons, international families and those who have business and financial interests in Bahrain – so, we’re talking an affluent crowd which naturally means the stakes were high when it came to the external design and internal specification for these luxurious freehold properties.

Available for sale on Reef Island are around 1,200 condominiums, 65 villas and 49 beach fronted homes – all are chic, stylish, classic and seriously tasty in terms of their architectural design and all are planned to be finished to lavish perfection.  There will be 39 residential apartment buildings housing the condominiums with all but one of these properties being low rise, and the final property which will represent the iconic building for Reef Island being an amazing skyscraper. 

Only around a third of the total reclaimed land area of the island will be taken up by real estate – the rest will be perfectly landscaped and honed to perfection to offer residents green areas to enjoy, gardens, walkways, pools and water features.

In terms of the amenities available for residents and also visitors to Reef Island’s planned five star hotel – there will be a complete shopping mall where you will be able to buy everything from your weeks groceries to a designer outfit, there will be business and conferencing facilities, entertainment space, a medical centre, a yacht club, a marina, private and pristine beaches, a sumptuous spa and a range of restaurants.

If you’d like to know more watch out for Reef Island’s new website - (which we’re sure can’t be far away from being finished) - here or on the search engines.

The Palm Jumeirah in Dubai is that amazing set of manmade islands just off the coast of Dubai floating in the Arabian Gulf – like the name suggests it’s shaped like a palm tree and I’m sure you will have seen many pictures of it.  Now, if like us you’ve ever wondered who lives in an almost other worldly luxurious location such as that, then the answer is people just like you and me!  Well, people just like us but with oodles of cash of course, right?

Well, yes and no - one of the developments on the Palm Jumeirah actually offers affordable ownership options - it’s called the Kingdom of Sheba and as you might imagine you can have royal residences at the Kingdom of Sheba in Dubai but you can also have fractional ownership of these lovely villas, penthouses, townhouses and apartments or you can have a lifetime’s interest in real estate managed by the Kingdom of Sheba’s owners, Fairmont and IFA Hotels and Resorts.

There are a whole host of ownership options at this stunning resort which is located right on the curving breakwater of the Crescent on Palm Jumeirah. 

For example, you can own a five bedroom mini mansion all of your own and outright and still have access to the wealth of resort facilities available at the Kingdom of Sheba - such as the inimitably superior concierge services which can supply you with a private chef for when you’re entertaining for example! 

Or you can have fractional ownership of a specific property and benefit from complimentary storage so that when you come to stay you can get out all of your own personal possessions that make a home your home.  Alternatively you can join the Fairmont hotel and resort program and buy a few weeks vacation a year which you can spend at any one of their many, many five star resorts and hotels around the world - from the Savoy in London to a ski retreat in Canada for example.

As you can see – there is a way in to the amazing Dubai lifestyle through this resort – but if you’re in the market for (or just nosey about) full ownership of royal residences at the Kingdom of Sheba in Dubai here’s what you can expect – palatial villas, spacious townhouses, luxurious apartments and lavish penthouses. 

Villas are opulent, they come with sea views, private pools, landscaped gardens and garage space for three cars. 
Townhouses are elegant - they also come with pools and landscaped gardens as well as spacious garaging. 
Apartments are generous with two to five bedroom options and all come with a range of shared facilities from pools to gyms and children’s facilities.
And finally – the penthouses at Kingdom of Sheba are chic and classic and come in Royal or Imperial flavour!

Within the greater Kingdom of Sheba resort there are a range of exceptionally high standard guest and resident facilities that anyone who buys some form of ownership option has access to.  For example there is an onsite retail plaza complete with boutique shops, cafes, restaurants and entertainments, there are swimming pools and special children’s activity areas, there’s a conference centre, children’s club, gymnasium and health club, Willow Stream Spa, casual and fine dining options and of course you’re a short drive away from down town Dubai and all its amazing sights, sounds, flavours and….shopping!!  Check out the Kingdom of Sheba website for more information.

Do you remember, we recently told you all about Donald Trump’s latest ventures in Baja in Mexico where he and his team have created the Trump Ocean Resort concept?  Well, when the very first residential tower of this particular development was released it achieved the highest recorded sales in one day in Mexico – it topped one hundred and twenty two million US dollars in real estate sales in just 24 hours! 

Me thinks this should give you some indication of how truly tasty, hot and in demand Trump Ocean Resort is – and now a brand new residential tower within the overall resort has been released and because it is just so damn sumptuous we decided it deserved a feature all of its own in our esteemed publication Property Development World!  So, here to tantalise your property taste buds my dear readers are amazing condominiums at Trump’s Spa Tower in Mexico.

Spa Tower is quite simply the embodiment of sexy real estate.

Picture this if you will – a stunning and spacious three bedroom condominium overlooking the sea in Baja in Mexico – set within a luxurious resort and surrounded by lush grounds and rich in amenities.  This condominium has your name on it and it has been finished to the highest exacting standards – standards which are way more special that the usual seriously luxury pad that we feature! 

Your amazing condominium at Spa Tower features materials such as quartz, glass, pebbles, natural stone and wood in the finishings and what’s more, the designers who’ve decorated your amazing condominium for you have used the natural colour palette and enhanced the interior design with native plants and local art and created a feeling of serenity and wellbeing within your personal and private living space.

Pretty cool I think you’ll agree?  But that’s not all…your seriously sumptuous pad is merely steps away from the most opulent and lavish spa to which you have complete, unadulterated access, and where you can indulge in every single beauty, health and well being treatment you can possibly wish for - from sea salt wraps to custom Mexican treatments, from traditional massage therapies to the very latest techniques for beauty enhancement and the promotion of holistic well being.

These amazing condominiums at Trump’s Spa Tower in Mexico are quite possibly the most indulgent idea in real estate to date – but who cares?!  Personally I can think of nothing better then living in the most incredible home in a luxurious resort retreat in a country as fascinating and fun as Mexico and practically having my very own personal spa in-house! 

If you feel the same or if you just want to indulge your property fantasies check out the Spa Tower at Trump Ocean Resort in Baja, Mexico.

It was only a matter of time wasn’t it?  With all these baby boomer types retiring overseas in exotic locations and seeking all the mod cons and sophistication of life today within an exclusive location, it was only a matter of time before an astute property development company created an exclusive active retirement resort community in Mexico.

For all those in the 50+ age bracket who want an amazing home in a stunning, sun kissed location Mexico is certainly high on the list – especially for those who herald from North America.  But at age 50+ these baby boomer types are not exactly past their sell by date and in search of a retirement home in the sun where they can put their feet up and doze.

What they want is a community where they are the majority, where there is everything from health care to golf, from yoga to art classes and where they can live alongside likeminded people in a fabulous overseas location – well luckily for them California based property development company Front Porch is in the planning and construction stages of the very first purpose built, exclusive active retirement resort community in Nuevo Vallarta near Puerto Vallarta in Mexico.

This particular Mexican property development is called Luma – and it is a real stunner and of strong appeal to anyone seeking an idyllic life in a five star property within an exclusive development where the absolute focus is on enjoyment, activity, community and sophistication.

The Luma development in Mexico will span 20 beachfront acres, boast 400 residences from luxurious condominiums in seven high rise towers to low rise, spacious homes overlooking the development’s marina, it will have full time English speaking concierge and management staff, an onsite medical facility and every conceivable type of activity and amenity you could possibly want!

There’ll be a golf course, marina access for those with yachts, a wellness centre, a fitness suite, life coaching, professional classes in everything from yoga to Pilates, a conference centre, a library, a pub, a restaurant, a bistro, a beach bar and café, salt water infinity pools, a turtle sanctuary and staff available to help organize anything from in-home catered dining to finding a companion to share that dinner with!

Luma will be a fantastic resort community in Mexico for those seeking exclusivity and activity and if you want to get in now and put your name down on the ‘interest list’ to be notified when home sales start go to Luma’s website.

In the heart of Bangkok’s five star hotel district on the Chao Phraya River a brand new property development is beginning to take shape - and what an impressive project this is turning out to be.  Architecturally designed by world famous Hans Brouwer, ‘The River’ is proving to be the pinnacle of his illustrious career to date.

The River is a five star river fronted property development in Bangkok comprising of one, two and three bedroom condominiums as well as duplexes and penthouses in two iconic towers that will dominate the stunning Bangkok skyline when completed.

These properties have been designed by the finest architect and the interiors of The River’s twin towers have been aesthetically enhanced with the talents of the leading French interior design company J+H Boiffils ensuring the realisation of contemporary chic living space in downtown Bangkok.

The river fronted setting is within the five star district in Bangkok and residents of The River will step out of their home and into the most luxurious and vibrant setting on Chao Phraya’s banks. 

Immediately outside the residences there are fine wining and dining experiences to be had as well as boutique shops to explore and within the river fronted property development in Bangkok there are a whole array of exclusive services and amenities for residents.

The River occupies over 120m of river frontage, residents have ample parking and the development has its own river podium which is home to various entertainment and dining experiences, there’s a state of the art fitness suite within The River development as well as multipurpose sports courts, an infinity pool and lap pool, the development has amazing Sky Gardens and is incredibly well located for all the transportation routes into Bangkok’s shopping and business districts.

The River has been designed in such a way to make the very most of its inimitably incredible position on the banks of Chao Phraya.  All condominiums have huge picture windows to capture the incredible views which take in everything from the Grand Palace to the Temple of the Dawn and the exterior of the iconic towers incorporates curved glass facades so that the view is never lost no matter where you purchase your condominium within the development.

If you’re seeking exclusivity and privacy, luxury and contemporary chic then check out The River’s website and check out this five star river fronted property development in Bangkok.

The Pine Cliffs Resort on the Algarve in Portugal is already one of the most successful resorts of its kind in Europe.  Located on a cliff top the resort boasts stunning views, has private beach access, and offers residents and holidaymakers every single conceivable amenity and facility within the expansive 168 acre, 5 star complex.

And now you can get your sticky hands on Algarve investment property at the Pine Cliffs Resort in Portugal that you can not only earn a guaranteed rental income from, but which you can use for a few weeks of the year as well.  It’s another one of the ‘have cake, eat cake’ situations my friends…

In case you haven’t heard of it (where have you been hiding), the Pine Cliffs Resort is on the Algarve which is of course the most stunning part of Portugal which is of course one of the most stunning nations in Europe. 

The resort features a 5 star Sheraton Hotel, golf course, golf academy, driving range, tennis courts, children’s village, restaurants, bars, beauty salon and spa, private beach, swimming pools, golf and country club clubhouse etc., etc.

I.e., this is one fabulous five star location that has it all! 

The properties available for sale as investment assets and homes which you or your family can enjoy for a few weeks each year are apartment based and set within the Pine Cliffs Resort grounds.  There’s a minimum guarantee on ROI for the first threes years of 15% and thereafter the resort’s management company continues to look after every aspect of your property from its maintenance to its rental and you earn the lion’s share of all rental profits received.

Each of the 154, luxury, state of the art, five star apartments currently for sale represents Algarve investment property at its best.  The Pine Cliffs Resort in Portugal is being enhanced by the addition of these elegantly designed and fully furnished apartments which come with every conceivable mod-con and luxury from plasma screen TVs to advanced telecommunications and satellite technology for everything from phoning home to surfing the internet from downloading music to viewing the latest movies.

If you want to find out more about the investment opportunities, the resort and the prices and availability, visit the Pine Cliff Residence website.

Situated just 45km North of Durban in KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa, Zimbali is an expansive coastal resort covering over 700 hectares of lush beachfront land. 

Zimbali incorporates the most luxurious residential communities with world class golf courses, five star hotels and elite resort facilities and amenities which include the likes of gourmet restaurants and exclusive spas, designer boutique shopping experiences and the best golf courses in South Africa.

As part of the ongoing enhancement and refined development of Zimbali, IFA and Fairmont Hotels and Resort groups have joined forces to bring you Fairmont Zimbali which is a development of exclusive golf and beach residences at Zimbali in South Africa as well as an ultra-luxurious resort hotel.

Fairmont Zimbali will combine apartments, golf chalets, signature villas and hotel suites with a beach club and private residence club within the greater Zimbali resort and all properties are available for sale as either the ultimate second home or an incredibly luxurious and attractive investment opportunity.

Fairmont Zimbali has bagged the best stretch of coastline and the very best position within the greater Zimbali resort development and represents the most exclusive development within the entire enclosed, superior gated community.

Residents and visitors to Fairmont Zimbali in South Africa will not only be residing in sumptuous property, they will have access to the fantastic amenities exclusively available at Fairmont as well as the communal facilities within Zimbali.  In terms of the exclusive amenities these include a championship Gary Player designed golf course with clubhouse and golf academy as well as a full-service Willow Stream Spa - and if you’d like to find out more the website is http://www.fairmontzimbali.com/

Alabama is one of the Southern states of America and it’s home to mountains, rivers, plains, national parks and lakes including beautiful Smith Lake, manmade back in 1950 and now a natural reserve as well as a weekend and summer holiday destination for affluent Americans from right across the US.

Bordering Bankhead National Forest and with hundreds of miles of coastline in three north Alabama counties, Smith Lake is a really picturesque setting for a brand new superior gated lake community in Alabama called Boardwalk on Smith Lake.  Boardwalk is located on prime lakefront land and within easy reach of the towns of Jasper and Arley.

This planned residential community is just beginning to take shape and it’s being developed in three phases with the very first fifty units having just been released to the market completely off plan.  Now’s the time investors are buying in and now’s the time you’ll want to make your move if you want the best plots overlooking the lake, the Clubhouse, the swimming pools and the stunning shoreline views.

Boardwalk on Smith Lake is a private, secluded and gated community.  Residents of Boardwalk as well as those with weekend and holiday homes on site will be afforded the best security and concierge type services 24/7 and they will be residing within a resort style neighbourhood which has direct access to the beautiful lake shore.

From your home at Boardwalk just imagine sitting out on your deck at sunset and watching the evening sky change from shades of orange to red to purple, imagine sipping an evening cocktail on your veranda whilst listening to the crickets and birdsong or imagine walking barefoot along the shore with the calm waters of Smith Lake lapping gently against the moorings and boat slips of Boardwalk.

Because of its setting, Boardwalk on Smith Lake will have a strong sailing focus and all residents can enjoy their own moorings or they can hire out sailing boats and dinghies for a days fun on the water.  Also available at Boardwalk will be the Clubhouse - home to all community social events for example – an Olympic sized swimming pool, gardens, hiking trails, lake lookout points and fishing and picnic areas.

If you want to find out more about Boardwalk, this brand new superior gated lake community in Alabama, check out http://www.boardwalkonsmithlake.com/

The construction of a brand new Caribbean facing property development is well underway in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, it offers those seeking an affordable way to buy a luxurious property an attractive investment property and holiday home solution in one. 

You can now buy one of the resort properties for sale at the Buccament Bay Beach Resort and holiday in it for up to one month a year whilst earning guaranteed rental income from your elegant resort property in St. Vincent and the Grenadines for the rest of the year – how nifty is that?

The Buccament Bay Beach Resort perfectly represents a relatively new and increasingly popular concept in second home ownership whereby an owner buys a property which they and their family are entitled to use for part of the year, and they then sit back and allow the resort’s rental and management divisions to maintain and lease their property out for the rest of the year to earn them an income from it.

At this particular elegant beach resort in St. Vincent and the Grenadines the guaranteed return is 10% for the first two years and then 50% of a property’s rental rate thereafter, and in terms of the property you can buy – wow, what a fantastic choice you have.

You can buy studios, 1 or 2 bedroom apartment suites, penthouses, cabanas or 2, 3 and 4 bedroom resort villas for example.  Some of the properties come with plunge pools, all are built to meet five start hotel grade specifications and residents or visitors to each property have complete access to all the delights, facilities and amenities of the resort.  These include swimming pools, a casino, a spa, premier concierge services, restaurants, bars, conference and business facilities, tennis courts, a dive centre, golf and sailing…

If this sounds like the resort for you, and the concept of owning a holiday home and an investment property that comes with guarantees sounds like the kind of opportunity you’ve always dreamed of then check out http://www.buccamentbaybeachresort.com/ for complete details of how it works, what it costs and what the perceived benefits are.