понедељак, 12. мај 2014.

Private islands you can actually afford to rent

                                                             Dunbar Rock, Honduras
Price: $1,200 per week
A craggy outcrop rises from the azure water, topped by a shimmering white villa. This is the stunning Dunbar Rock, in Sandy Bay, Guanaja, in the Bay Islands off the coast of Honduras. It’s not a totally secluded private island to rent because there are some stilted water bungalows nearby but it is a stand-alone property ideal for divers. It boasts magnificent views of the ocean and back to the island where there’s plenty of facilities on the resort plantation.

                                                                Porer Island, Croatia
Price: $650 per week
The Istrian coastline of Croatia is littered with tiny islands but one of the most unique private islands for rent is Porer. Its area is only half an acre but it is home to a 35m tall lighthouse. The building beneath the tower has been converted into two four bedroom apartments. The lighthouse captain is an excellent guide to the local area’s beautiful bays and islets but he’ll leave you alone so you enjoy the magnificent sunsets across the Adriatic.

                                      Dream Island, The Society Islands, French Polynesia
Price: $2,100 per week
It’s no easy trip to reach Dream Island, but isn’t that part of the adventure? You need to fly into Tahiti, then on to Moorea Island, take a boat ride drive a bit, then hop aboard Dream Island’s own boat to reach your destination across the lagoon. Be comforted by the fact that there’s magnificent scenery the whole trip. Just 3 buildings exist for guests; 2 right on the stunningly pristine beach and 1 tucked in the tropical vegetation. Expect typical Polynesia in everything as well as 5* service. Private islands to rent in this part of the world mean the stuff dreams are made of and Dream Island sure does live up to this ideal.

                                           Breakwater Island, British Columbia, Canada
Price: $2,000 per week
If you dream of a private island to rent without the tropical trappings, try Breakwater Island. There are two houses on the island but they are only let to one group at a time so privacy is maintained. Breakwater is home to a mass of Canadian wildlife so you’ll be sharing your island getaway with deer, eagles and otter. On warm days, the gorgeous sandy beach is perfect for swimming. The rental also comes with a 16’ boat if you want to get out on the water for diving, fishing or hunting for oysters and clams.

                                                   Enedrik Island, The Marshall Islands
Price: $500 per week
Enedrik is a true tropical paradise. If ever you wanted to be a contestant on Shipwrecked but don’t have the nerve, this is your chance to do it pseudo-style. Get a group of friends together, up to 8, and share the cost of $500 for a whole week – yes 500 bucks for a whole week on a paradise island. The catch – you have to camp, Robinson Crusoe style. There is one building on the island for use in bad weather only. Imagine what a bachelorette party this would make! The experience of a lifetime.



субота, 3. мај 2014.

Luxury Real Estate - SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110

Commanding a dramatic presence from a premier Hope Ranch location, this Palladian style estate rests on approximately 3.64 very private acres & offers breathtaking ocean, island & sunset views. From the moment you enter the property through grand iron gates, & meander by the exquisitely landscaped grounds, you'll be enamored w/ the Old World beauty & impressive classical European architecture. 
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2 full | 2 partial
Est. Square Feet: 4,600

Stunning villa in prestigious residential area of Puerto Andratx

This beautiful villa sits at the top of the prestigious Montport residential area, enjoying stunning views over the whole of Puerto Andratx.
Within the main house is a split-level, extremely spacious living and dining area. They are complemented by a stunning fireplace & bar!
The fully equipped kitchen comes with a separate utility room & for added convenience, there is a guest WC on the lower floor.
Three well-proportioned bedrooms all come with private en-suite bathrooms & are located on the first floor.
The basement area could either be used as a gym or further bedroom (see images) & there is a sauna and wine cellar to complete the house.
If you anticipate visitors to your beautiful home, then you will be pleased to know there is a separate guest/staff apartment located in the garden, which offers a bedroom, kitchen, lounge and bathroom.
Both open & covered terraced areas surround the property - offering a peaceful & relaxing space to really enjoy the Mallorcan lifestyle.
Additional benefits include; BBQ area, heated pool, double garage & service lift to transport goods from garage to kitchen.
Area: Puerto Andratx
Region: Mallorca
Country: Spain
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Build m2: 578
Plot m2: 1700