Get a property MOT: Barton Wyatt's top 10 tips on how to sell your house this Spring

Get a property MOT: Barton Wyatt's top 10 tips on how to sell your house this springMulti award-winning Surrey estate agent Barton Wyatt has been selling homes in the Virginia Water area, where house prices regularly top £15 million and the average price is over a million, for over 50 years. Half a century's worth of experience has certainly taught the team a trick or two and there is not much they don't know about buying, selling and letting mansions in Surrey's prime territory.

The Barton Wyatt team is trusted by Surrey's vendors to achieve premium prices for their homes, being appointed time and time again by clients both at home and overseas, who leave the sale of their homes in the custody of the long-standing, loyal team.

Property experts are, in general, predicting a bumper year in 2016 but it will be a bumpy ride for the prime market with increased stamp duty levies hitting this sector the hardest.

Exclusive Algarve Properties February Favourites

EA villas2016 is looking to become a hot year for real estate sales in the Algarve. Below is a small selection of our current portfolio, but there are more on our website, or you can contact us for a personalised property search where we also include our ‘offline’ property listings.

CoWork Algarve launched - work in the winter sunshine with sauna and heated infinity pool

6199CoworkAlgarve is the name of an ambitious new project launched by local resident Sarah Young, and designed to give people a chance to work with others “in one of the most beautiful places in Europe”: the picturesque fishing village of Ferragudo.

The idea is simple. “Coworking gives people who usually work from home a chance to get out of the house and work together with other like-minded people in a communal hub,” explained Sarah.

A picture is worth a thousand words - why great photography is essential in selling overseas property

A picture is worth a thousand words - why great photography is essential in selling overseas propertyThe concept of a single image being able to portray a situation or an idea more evocatively than whole paragraphs of text is not a new one. In fact, the old adage that 'a picture is worth a thousand words' dates back to the early 1900s. However, it remains just as relevant today as it was when the expression was coined.

This is particularly true when it comes to selling overseas property. The majority of potential buyers will use the internet to begin the search for their dream home overseas and in a marketplace crowded with information the perfect image can stand out like a beacon, calling to a buyer to find out more. In the same way, a poorly staged image can cause a property to be passed over with little more than half a glance.

Portugal's world-beating golf courses keep the country's property market at the top of the table

Portugal's world-beating golf courses keep the country's property market at the top of the table   Portugal's Algarve is blessed not only with stunning beaches and almost year-round sunshine, but also with some of the world's leading golf courses. In fact, the World Golf Awards Gala Ceremony in late 2015 crowned Portugal the World's Best Golf Destination for the second year running. Held over three days, the prestigious ceremony allowed guests to enjoy use of Portugal's Quinta do Lago golf resort. Known for its stunning courses and immaculate golfing villas, such as this stylish five bed contemporary property with its own pool, Quinta do Lago also benefits from an excellent array of glamorous bars and restaurants and high end boutique stores, as well as a lush natural environment.  Former Dragon's Den star and keen golfer Duncan Bannatyne is one of those who have opted to take their love of the game seriously by purchasing a golf property in Portugal. Last year he purchased an idyllic five bedroom villa with pool and sea views in the upscale golfing haven of Vale do Lobo. The resort's proximity to Faro airport, its relaxing atmosphere and the nearby pristine sandy beaches were all influential factors in Bannatyne's choice of property, as well as Vale do Lobo's award-winning golf course.  His associate Chris White, Founding Director of Ideal Homes Portugal, comments on the resorts' enduring popularity,  "Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo epitomise the natural beauty and the challenging nature of Portugal's many excellent golf courses. It's one of the country's most well-known resorts and is a huge draw for golf tourists from around the world. Naturally, property at Quinta do Lago is highly sought after and there are some fabulous options there for those who love the fairways. São Lourenço is one of my personal favourites."  A four bedroom villa with swimming pool and 9,000m2 of private grounds in São Lourenço, enjoying views over Laranjal golf course, can be bought for €1,995,000.  Portugal is certainly not alone in benefitting from a rise in golf tourism. According to KPMG's report on Golf Tourism Growth Trends, 80% of golf tour operators experienced an increase in bookings during 2014. The report highlights the popularity of Portugal and Spain for golf tourism, as well as mentioning the ongoing prominence of well established destinations like the US.  Ideal Homes Portugal's Chris White comments,  "The impact of golf tourism on Portugal's property market is not to be underestimated. We saw a significant growth in demand for golf properties during 2015, with buyers seeking out luxurious residences that are perfectly placed to allow them to enjoy their golfing holidays to the full.  "Nor is it just Portugal that is enjoying this trend - our sister company Ideal Homes International has experienced strong interest from golfers in properties in Spain and Florida over the past 12 months."  With the pound continuing to hold strong against the euro, both Portugal and Spain offer excellent value for money for holiday home buyers. The booming golf tourism sector is on track to continue driving forward the property market in both countries, as overseas buyers flock to pick up the perfect golf property while the exchange rate means they can get significantly more for their money.  For further details call Ideal Homes Portugal on 0800 133 7644 or +351 289 513 434, email enquiries@idealhomesportugal.com or visit www.idealhomesportugal.com     Add comment JComments inShare Pin ItPortugal's Algarve is blessed not only with stunning beaches and almost year-round sunshine, but also with some of the world's leading golf courses. In fact, the World Golf Awards Gala Ceremony in late 2015 crowned Portugal the World's Best Golf Destination for the second year running.
Held over three days, the prestigious ceremony allowed guests to enjoy use of Portugal's Quinta do Lago golf resort. Known for its stunning courses and immaculate golfing villas, such as this stylish five bed contemporary property with its own pool, Quinta do Lago also benefits from an excellent array of glamorous bars and restaurants and high end boutique stores, as well as a lush natural environment.

Luxury Algarve Properties for sale

Luxury Algarve Properties for saleAt Exclusive Algarve Villas we offer the largest luxury property portfolio. See some of our current listings below.

 

 

 

Local Lodgings Association links up with Portuguese counterpart

lettingsThe President of lettings advice specialist NALLE has had a first meeting with the representatives of its Portuguese counterpart, ALEP (www.alep.pt, in Portuguese).

This new association caters to Portuguese nationals who let their properties to tourists. 

Abloom Properties latest arrivals to the market

Abloom Properties latest arrivals to the marketPlease find below our most recent listings in the Algarve - all priced to sell.

Please feel free to get in touch with us if you would like a customised property search. We also invite you to take a look at our website, and our portfolio of high quality properties throughout the Algarve.