Overseas property

Residence Le Clos de La Tour is located in Valras-Plage, a peaceful fishing port and yachting marina at the mouth of the River Orb, and only 1km from the large sandy beach. A secure gated residence comprising of 12 villas with  private garden and parking, plus a shared swimming pool, designed to get the maximum of the sunny days. All the villas have 3 bedrooms and come with a kitchen equipped. The location is central and served by city transport. Shops, markets, bars and cafes in walking distance from the residence (500 meters). The airport, SNCF train station and the motorway are within short reach. The location is superb and strategic - maximum 1 hr drive from the international airports of Montpellier or Carcassone. Also, close to Narbonne, Nimes and Perpignan airports. Capital appreciation in this area is high - 15-18% per year for the last 3 years. Thanks to the increased demand for housing and the coming of a new low cost airline in Beziers, prices are estimated to grow for the coming 5 years.
Description of the area
Whether one enjoys walking or fishing, eating fresh seafood, playing tennis or riding a mountain bike, Valras-Plage is the ideal holiday venue, all year round. It is a lively seaside resort that is great for families and has fine white sand beach stretching for 4 kilometres. One can bathe safely in the sea with their children, learn the basics of sailing, or just relax and build up the tan. Or can lounge in the shade on a cafe terrace, watching the fishing boats go past, or could even try their luck at the casino.
Valras Plage is a lively holiday resort popular with families due to its miles upon miles of clean sandy beaches. The area is ideal for water sports enthusiasts, sun worshippers and those who just want to sit back or enjoy a leisurely stroll. Located close to Beziers airport and just ½-hour drive from the cosmopolitan town of Montpellier, access could not be easier.
Theatre de la Mer hosts various shows during the summer months. Inland at only 6.25 miles (10 km) is the town of Beziers, capital of Languedoc vineyards. Beziers was already a thriving city when the Romans arrived and colonized it in 35 B.C. It is a city which takes festivals and merry-making very seriously, and which has recently been undergoing somewhat of a renaissance due to the many regeneration projects undertaken by the local council.
Description of property
Residence Le Clos de La Tour is a brand new complex comprising of 12 villas, of 3-bedrooms  spread across a residence with landscaped gardens which share a large outdoors swimming pool of 80 m². The developer offers a choice of various compositions and internal decor. The entrance to the development is electronically secure and gated, giving absolute peace of mind.
These exclusive villas are designed to create a bright and airy interior complimented by a generous terrace enjoying views across the garden. The buildings are designed in the style of the area nice roof tiles and large terraces.
Property Type Living area Terrace Garden Garage Prices (Euros) VAT Incl.
Vila Capucine
3 bedrooms 74,50 m² 12 m² 91 m² to 93 m² 18 m² 295 000 - 300 000
Villa Coquelicot
3 bedrooms 70,40 m² 14,50 m² 22 m² to 56 m² 18 m² 275 000 - 285 000
Features
Kitchen : fully equipped and fitted by developer, comprising of basin/sink, full plumbing and electrical connections. All modern utilities supplied: fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, vitroceramic electrical plate (4), oven & extractor fan.
Electrical: Immersion heater, TV & telephone sockets
TV: Antenna grips TV in the living room and master bedroom
Telephone: connection in living room and master bedroom
Water: Electric water heater with accumulation up to 200 liters
Bathrooms: fitted with white suite. Bathtub steel, oval basin furnished with mirror and incorporated lighting. Towels heater.Separate WC on ground floor & WC in the bathroom. Ornamental frieze on all the walls with a minimum height of 2 m from the ground
Heating: electric convector heating - Air Conditionning optional in the living room
Insulation: Electric roller shutters on all main windows
Flooring: Tiled floor enamelled throughout (including balcony and terrace)
Walls: in the bathroom and kitchen walls covered with earthenware.
Decoration: White color mechanical projection, aspect crushed on the walls of the livable parts.
Warranties: 10 year structural and 2 year fixtures and fittings
 
Notary's fees: 3.5% -4% approximately. Rates: Land Tax (Foncier) & Residential Tax (Habitation): paid annually, based on habitable area. Service charges (Co-propriete): paid quarterly, based on habitable area.
Key Advantages in this Investment
• 10 mins away from 4km-long pure white-sand beach
• Private gated development with outdoor swimming pool
• Surrounded by gardens and trees
• Close to Beziers, Narbonne, Montpellier and Perpignan
• Excellent transport links from around the world
• Reliable investment, developer has over 25 years experience in this area
Yield
Residence Turquoise is NOT a Leaseback investment but has an option for short term rentals. Because of the location close to the beach, it is convenient to rent out the property for seasonal rentals during the summer months (from 650 € to 850 € per week)
Access
By flight :
•   Airport Beziers-Vias just 20km from the location
By car :
•   Motorway A9
- Beziers-Est exit (sortie), and follow signs to Sete, then Valras-Plage (10 km)
- Béziers-Ouest exit, and follow signs to Sérignan, then Valras-Plage (10 km).
•   Nationale 9
- Coming from Narbonne, go to Valras-Plage via Nissan, Lespignan and Vendres.
By train :
Gare SNCF Beziers a 11km(a regular shuttle service to Valras-Plage all year round). Key Advantages in this Investment
                                                                         
More Information
Completion date: December 2008
Number of bedrooms: 3-bedrooms villas
Sq.Meter: 70.40 - 74.50 Sq. Mt.
Floor: Villas on 2 floors