Quintessentially Estates Newsletter January Happy New Year! With Christmas behind us, we now look ahead to 2009… Whether you are thinking of moving house or looking for the ideal chalet rental, Quintessentially Estates can assist with all your needs… Please see below our selection of exclusive properties worldwide… Don’t forget, Quintessentially Home provides you with a bespoke service for your property – the team will assist with any ‘home’ related issues, from stocking your fridge, organising removals, interior decoration advice to arranging themed dinner parties. Please also take a look at our new website which looks great – With the latest property information and market news, up-to date features, new properties and services, the website provides everything you need. Click www.quintessentiallyestates.com to view the world of Quintessentially Estates CARIBBEAN: FIT FOR A ROCK STAR… VILLA ROCKSTAR – EDEN ROCK – ST BARTHS Eden Rock – St Barths is pleased to announce the launch of its latest and ultimate luxury six star rated “Villa Rockstar”. Eden Rock’s Villa Rockstar is set to thrill. Located on the island of St Barths, French West Indies, and sited directly onto the pink white coral sandy beach and with spectacular views looking onto the turquoise blue ocean, Villa Rockstar is split into three levels totalling 16,000 sq ft in size. Specifications include – four large master suites with brilliant bathrooms attached, two staff or teenagers’ cabins, a great gym, a private office, cloisters, garages and cars -including a Mini Cooper and a Land Rover - superb dining facilities for 12 people, a pool table and indoor sports area, then lawns for croquet, a spa pool and an infinity swimming pool and also a fully equipped recording studio, music room and screening complex – all created in partnership with Ocean Way Recording Studios of Hollywood, CA and the world famous sound engineer Allen Sides who recorded the ‘Thriller’ album for Michael Jackson – and very much else besides… Eden Rock – St Barths Villa Rockstar offers the highest standards in housekeeping, service and cuisine – as well as privacy and security on the celebrity island of St Barths French West Indies. For further information, please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. SKI-BASE: CHALET CLOCHE, ESPACE KILLY AND CHALET RAZZIE, COURCHEVAL 1850 Ski-Base, the luxury boutique ski chalet company, is showcasing two of their prestigious ski chalets, set in the desirable locations of Espace Killy and Courcheval 1850. Chalet Cloche is based in Espace Killy, an area in Savoie, the French Alps that is named after the skier Jean-Claude Killy. It covers the resorts of Val d'Isère and Tignes and is a region that is widely considered to be one of the best ski regions in the world. Chalet Cloche in Espace Killy offers a unique alpine experience, providing all the amenities and services of the most exclusive boutique hotels within a modern chalet. Chalet Razzie is situated at the highest residential point in the exclusive resort of Courcheval 1850; it is nestled just behind the Pralong chair lift, between the Pralong and Belcote lifts, offering easy access to the slopes yet providing privacy and exclusivity. The sumptuous contemporary interiors within both properties are second to none and provide the ultimate in comfort and style. The infusion of the Savoie touch completes the sensational elegance and ambiance. Chalet Cloche is designed to accommodate 12 people with Chalet Razzie accommodating 10; all bedrooms have luxury en-suite bathrooms, Plasma screen televisions and balconies offering awe-inspiring views across the snow-capped region. The terraces offer an idyllic ‘sun trap’, for sunbathing, ‘après ski’ relaxation, reading, painting and pre-dining drinks. The chalets are fully serviced with four professionally trained staff on site to assist with all needs and requirements, whether ski passes need sourcing or helicopter rides need booking. Dining facilities are superb and include ‘state of the art’, kitchens and dining areas. All foods provided are of the highest standards and locally produced and sourced. For in-chalet ‘après ski’, entertainment, there are large HD TV's, DVD’s and games to create a fun filled atmosphere. Both Chalet Cloche and Chalet Razzie, make for the perfect mountain escape, for those looking for a ski adventure or those who simply want a relaxing break. Both Espace Killy and Courcheval 1850 accommodate all levels of skiers from beginners to advanced skiers or snowboarders. Price start from £20,000 for Chalet Cloche and £35,000 for Chalet Razzie and include all transfers to and from the airport of your choice, full breakfast, canapés, five course dining, champagne, wine and spirits for six nights. Use of spa facilities and transportation within the local area are also included. For all enquiries please email info@ski-base.com. CARIBBEAN: BARBADOS – SANDY COVE – PRICES FROM $3.25 MILLION A private community of luxurious beachfront apartments and penthouses with views facing the exclusive West Coast of Barbados, at Sandy Cove you can enjoy secluded soft coral beaches and lush tropical gardens. Sheltered by an unspoilt reef and lapped by the sparkling Caribbean Sea, the luxury apartments are nestled on the cliff-top amongst two acres of private landscaped gardens with steps carved into the coral cliff leading down to the pristine sandy beaches. There are twelve spacious three-bedroom apartments - each with a plunge pool, ocean facing patio, master bedroom suite and two further bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. All homes are air-conditioned with well equipped kitchens and laundry rooms, the development also has a private gym and sauna, secure parking, a state-of-the-art communications network and on-site maintenance staff. Sandy Cove is next to the famous Cliff Restaurant and a short drive from Holetown where world-class golf, polo and water sports facilities are all in the vicinity. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. GREECE: AGIOS NICHALOS – ISTRON ESTATES – €800,000 Istron Estates is a gated community of luxury front-line villas near the cosmopolitan town of Agios Nikolaos in eastern Crete. The villas are set in one of the best locations on the island and are built to the highest standards of construction with superb attention to detail. The location is ideal and juts out into the Bay of Mirabello so the sea views are panoramic and totally unobstructed. Equally impressive are the mountains which create a dramatic backdrop - the setting is one of natural magnificence. The villas are built from a blend of local stone and modern materials which gives it a traditional and elegant aesthetic. The interior is simple and stylishly modern. The floors are constructed using Austrian oak alongside limestone tiles whilst all appliances throughout the property are of a very high standard. Agios Nikolaos, Elounda and up-and-coming Plaka are within easy reach whilst the antiquities of eastern Crete such as Gournia provide an insight into the rich cultural history of the island. Heraklion International Airport is less than one hour’s drive away, making the villa easily accessible. Villas start from 140 square meters up to a magnificent 280 square meters on plots from 2000 square meters. Villas up to 5 bedrooms are available, all with private infinity pools looking out to the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean and across the bay of Mirabello. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. SWITZERLAND: VERBIER – CHF 10’000’000 On the slope of the sunniest area of Verbier, this traditional wooden style luxury chalet makes for a ultimate ski lodge. The property has five bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms, a large dinning room for entertaining which overlooks the valley. The property also benefits from a sauna and a Turkish bath. The chalet is spread over 330 square meters. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. SWITZERLAND: VERBIER – CHF 12’900’000 Set only two minutes walk away from the main ski lifts, this 500 square meter luxury modern chalet has 4 bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms plus a stylish fully equipped kitchen. For après-ski comfort, benefits include a warm sauna and Turkish bath for pampering and an exclusive home cinema room for relaxation. For further information, please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. THAILAND: BANGSARAY – THE TAMARIND – FROM $1,650 DAILY RATE The Tamarind offers the perfect holiday or getaway solution for a large family or an intimate group of friends. The perfect venue to the soothe mind and body whilst offering total privacy, ultimate luxury and highly personalised service. The Tamarind is a self-contained paradise, situated close to the sleepy fishing village of Bangsaray on Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard, just 90 minutes drive from the New Bangkok International airport and two hours from the centre of Bangkok. The Tamarind is a secluded private retreat set in three acres of lush, tropical, landscaped gardens, recently voted one of Thailand’s top 10 landscapes, and featuring its own lake. The Tamarind has spacious living accommodation for up to 20 people, in nine beautifully appointed rooms (including one with four bunk beds). An additional three bedrooms are available in the adjacent Buraran Clubhouse. There is also a variety of distinctive dining and sala lounges overlooking the 22-metre swimming-pool and landscaped gardens. The Tamarind has a fully equipped gym, a private floodlit tennis court, a full-size bowling lawn, a massage salon which overlooks the lake behind the house, a cinema suite with state-of-the-art TV & sound system, and an office with computers, internet, fax and phone for executive use. Massage therapists, personal trainers, swimming and tennis coaches are available at any time. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. SPAIN: LA SANTERA – GAUCIN – €20,000 per week Finca La Santera is a haven of peace and tranquillity with uninterrupted views across the largest national park in southern Spain, the valleys of the Rio Guadiaro and the Rif mountains in Morocco. Situated on a world-heritage site, the property has one of the finest views in southern Europe. The house has been newly built in the style of a traditional Andalucian Cortijo, nestled within an olive grove and positioned at the highest point of a 45 acre working farm. The property covers 800 square meters with six large bedroom suites, offering guests plenty of space to spread out and find a private nook to relax and unwind. With another 800 square meters of terracing, the outdoor space is an extension of the house and provides numerous varied sitting areas for basking in the sun. The pool house provides a welcome respite from the summer sun and has good facilities to cater for a delicious al fresco lunch. Farm gates open onto hundreds of acres of neighbouring farmland, allowing guests the opportunity to walk and horse ride for hours without seeing a road (the local stables will bring the horses to the door). Gaucin, at 626 metres above sea level, is one of the famous pueblos blancos (white villages) of Andalucia. Finca la Santera is a half hour’s drive from Sotogrande which has an array of facilities and amenities including polo fields, golf courses, marinas and beaches. It is the same distance from Ronda, a historic town perched on a deep gorge with the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Andalucía. The cost of rental is fully inclusive of all meals, chef, butler and daily maid service. Gibraltar, the closest airport, is only 45 minutes away. British Airways fly daily. For all enquiries please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. EVENTS: TURKS & CAICOS SPORTING CLUB – AMBERGRIS CAY – EVENT SERIES 2009 Turks & Caicos Sporting Club at Ambergris Cay is proud to introduce an inspiring monthly series of intimate weekend discussions in partnership with luminaries from Rum and Caribbean Jazz to Piracy and Cartography to Green Design and Eastern Medicine to Aviation and Sailing. Learn how harmonious interior design can reduce stress, find out how to improve your body’s energy flow, or hear the connection between surfing and Green design. In Conversation with… is all about enriching your life and making new connections. The series kicks off January 22-25, 2009 with Eastern Medicine Specialist Dr. Shane Hoffman, Cabaret Singer Kristin Reitter and Green Architect Tommy Zung. For more information, please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. PREFERRED SUPPLIER: SIBYL COLEFAX & JOHN FOWLER – ANTIQUES The famous decorating firm of Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler has been in the heart of Mayfair since it was founded in the 1930’s. In 1944 it moved to its current premises, a wonderful 18th century town house just off Bond Street. Whilst the Colefax and Fowler ranges of fabrics and wallpapers are sold internationally, at 39 Brook Street the exclusive decorating and antiques business serves the needs of its high-end clients as it has always done. The fine rooms in this historic building (which was once the home and office of the renowned architect Sir Jeffry Wyattville) always surprise new visitors and are worth seeing for themselves - but they also provide the backdrop for an enticing and constantly changing selection of antiques and decorative furniture. The focus is on unusual and visually pleasing pieces that are usable, rather than on grand and imposing items for collectors. The company attracts discerning clients who are keen to create homes that are supremely stylish and comfortable and avoid pomposity. Here, they can take their pick from a large and varied stock of items dating from the 18th century to the 1970’s and suitable for an English country house or a chic New York apartment. Cabinet pieces and expertly upholstered antique chairs sit side by side with colourful lamps and quirky side tables, all invitingly displayed. Visitors charmed by the atmosphere return time and again for inspiration and to purchase pieces that are individual and say something about their owner. Clients from overseas recommend their friends to visit 39 Brook Street and view Nancy Lancaster’s famous Yellow Room. Decorated by John Fowler for the company’s owner in the 1950’s, this glamorous drawing room was the scene of many high society parties and the glossy yellow walls were regarded as startling and adventurous at the same time. Its decoration preserved, the Yellow Room is still breathtaking to those who view it today. Often remarked on as one of the most fascinating shops in London, Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler prides itself on its friendly and professional service as well as its heritage. A true Mayfair gem! For more information please email info@quintessentiallyestates.com. QUINTESSENTIALLY DRIVEN: JANUARY SPECIAL OFFER Quintessentially Driven are offering first class cars at club class rates throughout January. The service provides effortless transportation in the lap of luxury; Quintessentially Driven is an unrivalled bespoke car service. With a fleet of ultra luxurious, long-wheel based Jaguar XJs provide the smoothest ride possible and the ultimate in rear passenger comfort with almost a metre of legroom and fantastic in-car entertainment. Quintessentially Driven also have a wide range of MPV’s, Mercedes, Maybachs, BMWs and Rolls Royces. All Quintessentially Driven’s chauffeurs have many years experience and offer a truly professional service. Their unparalleled knowledge of the roads will ensure a relaxed and pleasant journey. Available by the hour or for specified longer distance journeys, including all airports, using Quintessentially Driven couldn’t be easier. For all enquiries, please email driven@quintessentiallydriven.com.