Quintessentially Estates Newsletter October LAKE MAGGIORE, ITALY: Golfo Gabella - €291,000 Overlooking the glorious Lake Maggiore, Golfo Gabella is a superb new development offering 90 one to three bedroom apartments within five separate buildings, plus a luxury communal swimming pool. It is located close to the international airports and cities of Milan and Lugano which are hugely popular amongst the international market and with celebrities. The lakes of northern Italy are fast becoming one of the world's most prestigious second home destinations. The lakes offer an outstanding range of seasonal activities including golf and water sports on Lake Maggiore in the summer and skiing in the winter in St Mortitz, Bosco-Gurin, Bormio or Cardada (which are only an hour’s drive away) and the Alpe Forcora and Cimetta (which are only 15 minutes drive from Golfo Gabella). Situated in the historical lakeside town of Maccagno, Golfo Gabella integrates the highest levels of interior specifications with advanced eco-friendly elements. Available to purchase fully furnished, with interior design packages by the renowned designer Simone Micheli, Golfo Gabella recently won the Homes Overseas Gold Award 2007 for ‘Best Interior Design'. The properties at Golfo Gabella have been constructed on the foundation of zero+ impact. The building design is sensitive to its environment and blends in seamlessly with the historic surroundings of the area. The advanced heating systems in the apartments provide energy savings of up to 30%, with no emission of harmful gases. The development also benefits from a gymnasium, wellness facilities (including a hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, relaxation and treatment rooms), concierge services, restaurant and bar and on-site rental management services. Purchasers at Golfo Gabella also have the option of a private and exclusive dock post where they can moor their own sailboat or speedboat. With no speed restrictions on Lake Maggiore, it is the perfect opportunity to enjoy water skiing or sailing at speed. The moorings are available on a leasehold basis for a maximum of 25 years. Prices are subject to currency fluctuation. All contracts take place in local currency. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. CHATEAU D’OEX, SWITZERLAND: Les Ambassadeurs – £290,000 - £917,000 The first of a three phase project, Les Ambassadeurs is the creation of 24 exceptionally finished one to four bedroom apartments. Surrrounded by stunning views across the Gstaad Valley, the apartments also offer access to extensive on-site amenities. Offering something for the whole family, a swimming pool, jacuzzi, fitness area, BBQ area, games room and hammam will all be available to residents, along with a full concierge service. The apartments are situated within three traditional alpine chalets situated on a wide open plain. All of the apartments offer plenty of outdoor space with balconies and terraces plus parking space. The buildings are also equipped with geothermic heating pumps and solar captors, which provide an eco-friendly and cost saving source of energy. Château d'Oex is located in western Switzerland in the heart of the Gstaad Valley and only 90 minutes from Geneva. With effortless rail and car access to the stunning shores of Lake Geneva, Bern and Interlaken, Château d'Oex is in an ideal position. The fact that the resort is part of the Gstaad Super Ski Region makes Château d'Oex an exceptional base from which to explore some of the most interesting skiing in Switzerland, with up to 250km of manicured pistes at your disposal. Prices subject to currency fluctuation, all contracts take place in Swiss francs. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. PEISEY, FRANCE: La Licorne - £1,935,960 Named after the mythical unicorn, this traditional 1850 listed Savoyard chalet is an idyllic fairytale home set in the beautiful mountain village of Peisey-Nancroix. La Licorne enjoys a central location and is just a 200 metre walk or ski to the ski lifts. Chambery and Geneva airports are available to reach in 60 or 90 minutes respectively. With seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms arranged over four floors, the property has an incredible blend of original features, including vaulted ceiling and rafters which are designed in an innovative 21st century style. The property spans across 320m² in total and has six reception rooms and a rare ski in and out location. The property is situated on a large plot and offers a unique opportunity to build two additional chalets, an annex chalet or even a swimming pool. Peisey-Nancroix is part of the Paradiski ski domain, which links some France's most exclusive ski areas; Les Arcs, Champagny, Les Coches and La Plagne. The charming Alpine village offers a wealth of winter and summer activities and a stylish collection of boutique shops, cafes and restaurants. Unique to other Alpine destinations, Peisey-Nancroix enjoys Parisian Bourgeois architecture and, when complete, La Licorne will be a signature property in the village. Additional plot space is available to purchase separately. Prices subject to currency fluctuation, all contracts take place in Euros. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. BARCELONA: Sant Andreu de Llavaneres - POA This exceptional property is undoubtedly one of the finest in Barcelona, if not all of Spain. The masia was originally constructed in 1490 and was the subject of an extremely thorough renovation in 1990. The house was entirely rebuilt using up-to-date construction methods while retaining the property's original character through the use of traditional materials. Spread out over three floors, the result is a spectacular house that has a special charm and many unique features. The property has been exceptionally well maintained and beautifully conserved and is in perfect condition. The house is set in 4 hectares of beautiful grounds yet is only a few minutes’ walk from the small town of Sant Andreu de Llavaneres and only a short drive from the beach. The centre of Barcelona city is less than 30 minutes by road or train. The property has been used to host several VIP weddings and was partly chosen as a suitable venue because of its high level of security and privacy. The property comprises of the main house and two further houses that are attached to the main property. In total these three properties have a constructed area of approximately 2,000m2. The property is accessed via an impressive gated archway that leads into a courtyard and all three of the houses have their own independent access. In the grounds there is a large independent caretaker's house with its own parking and outbuildings for the garden equipment. There is a garage which has parking for 6 cars and there is further parking for 50 cars. The extensive grounds comprise over 2 hectares of lawn, woodland, mature trees, fruit trees, and a vegetable garden. There is a huge swimming pool with covered dining areas and a pool house with bar, kitchen, changing rooms and a gymnasium. There is a tennis court, a Catalan fronton tennis court and a paddle tennis court. The property is currently used as a private residence but there is potential to convert it into a hotel and extend the main property by a further 400m2. This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase one of the most special properties for sale in the Barcelona area. The combination of the exceptional historic property, the beautiful grounds, proximity to a town and Barcelona city and the property's privacy and tranquility make it a unique proposition. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. NEW YORK: 43 Wooster Street - £4, 857,776 This spectacular duplex penthouse is situated in the prized neighbourhood of SoHo. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms in total which span across 2,353sq ft. There is also plenty of outdoor space; approximately 1,000sq ft. Entrance is through the keyed elevator directly into a spacious luxury downtown haven. Impeccably renovated with features including the soaring ceiling height, eight oversized windows, two skylights, Wenge floors, rift sawn white oak cabinetry, lighting control system and hand carved wood screens. Light floods throughout this corner penthouse from the East, North and South. The living area features a real wood burning fire place made of Travertine and the superb roof deck lounge completes this unique SoHo penthouse. All furnishings are available upon purchase. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. JAMAICA: Half Moon The Colony - £1,200,000 - £4,000,000 Half Moon has defined luxury in Jamaica, 15 minutes away from Montego Bay Airport, Half Moon has been a veritable who’s-who of royalty, screen legends and leaders of industry. Half Moon’s private two mile beach will be central to the design of each of the luxury villas at The Colony at Half Moon. The 30 luxury villas of The Colony at Half Moon will be designed to reflect Jamaica’s traditional colonial architecture, blended with the natural coastal environment on Half Moon’s 400-acre estate. Outdoor infinity pools stretch just beyond the opulently furnished Great Rooms with retractable French doors. Individual rooms or “pavilions”, linked by walkways will surround the pool, taking advantage of the tropical climate. With oversized terraces and verandas, outdoor rooms and relaxation coves The Colony villas offer inviting opportunities for maximum outdoor living. Villas are professionally staffed with an attentive team including a personal butler, cook and housekeeper. Owners have complete access to championship golf, equestrian centre, Fern Tree Spa, tennis courts and dolphin lagoon. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. MOZAMBIQUE: Vilanculos Coastal Wildlife Sanctuary - POA The Pambele Estate is a four-villa retreat that can sleep 14 people - covering 8,426 sq m in total with five bedrooms and six bathrooms. It is located on the northern tip of the San Sebastian Peninsula on the Indian Ocean coastline. Set amidst the privately owned Vilanculos Coastal Wildlife Sanctuary in Mozambique, the location is truly spectacular. The breathtaking Sanctuary is ranked amongst the top biodiversity “hotspots” in Africa and encompasses wetlands, mangrove swamps, coral reefs, small islands, freshwater lakes, estuaries, coastal dunes, patches of savannah and miombo woodlands. There is abundant birdlife and the surrounding marine life includes dolphins, turtles and whales as well as the endangered dugong. Its village layout, all set within lovely gardens, uses raised walkways and shell paths leading to a central entertainment area which includes a bar, dining and relaxing areas overlooking a beautiful infinity pool and the ocean beyond. The retreat is fully staffed and equipped with vehicles and boats and comprises of a separate manager’s house and on-site staff quarters. There is outstanding attention to detail which can be seen throughout including stylish bedding, sumptuous furniture, sunken baths and glorious day beds which creates the epitome of style in a truly unspoilt setting - ensuring an extraordinarily private and luxurious getaway. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. VILLA RENTALS: QUINTESSENTIALLY BENEFIT With hundreds of luxury villas throughout the Caribbean and Europe, Wimco will always have a property to make your vacation perfect. In the Caribbean Wimco represents over 260 villas on St Barts and offers an expansive selection of villas throughout the region including St Martin, Barbados, Anguilla, the Virgin Islands, Mustique, Nevis and the Cayman Islands. Quintessentially members are invited to take advantage of a fabulous "Stay 7 Nights/Pay 6 Nights" promotion that Wimco is offering for many of their villas in St Barts, St Martin and Barbados during the Caribbean's low season. For example, three-bedroom Villa SIB HCH in St Barts is only $220 per bedroom, per night when the free night special is in effect. Other stunning villas include Villa AA OCE in Barbados and Villa C SCO in St Martin For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com.