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In these turbulent times wouldn't it be nice to buy a second home away from it all where you can be sure of days of sunshine in a glorious setting and where your investment is safe? Turkey is the answer.
Even if you think you know Turkey, do you know Kusadasi, the jewel in the crown and the city resort of the Aydin Province?
"We have around 900 cruise liners visiting the port a year," says Tracy Ogretici, for Elite Homes, a company specialising in homes in Kusadasi. "This magnificent resort has experienced explosive growth in recent years and there are now 2,500 resident visas held by foreigners living in and around Kusadasi."
With 25kms of sandy beaches and a superb climate, home ownership is growing. There are good state and private hospitals and schools and Izmar the third largest city in Turkey is a one hour drive away, ideal for retail therapy in Next, Marks and Spencer and many more. Kusadasi is served by two International airports.
Kusadasi also boasts an international marina known as the 'Gateway to the Greek Islands' and currently under construction is Kusadasi International Golf Course scheduled to be completed around 2011.
"Because Turkey is not in the 'euro loop' it has not been affected as severely as other countries," continues Ms Ogretici. "Turkish lira in Turkish banks is currently offering a return of 20 per cent and because mortgages did not come into effect until two years ago the banks do not have the toxic loans that are stifling business with many other banks worldwide."
Kusadasi therefore is a place in which to consider a get away from it all property. Prices are realistic and homes enchanting. This is a vibrant and confident place in which to own a home.
Cypress Hill Villas
This is a beautiful, relaxing development of just 38 exclusive villas each three or four bedroom property offering owners a sea and mountain view and a private swimming pool.
There are balconies from the master bedroom and main living room and the kitchen is fully fitted including granite work tops. There is marble and ceramic flooring throughout and a handsome staircase.
All these are crafted from the finest materials plus beautiful landscaped gardens and 24-hour security.
Each property stands on approximately 600 sq m and benefits from a private driveway.
Kusadasi International Golf Resort
This is an 18-hole golf resort and the first in Turkey to incorporate a mixed use residential development.
Facilities include restaurants, bars, tennis courts, swimming pool, sauna and Turkish baths together with fitness centre, aqua park, heated indoor pool, shopping centre, open air cinema, mini golf and a whole array of additional sports and recreational facilities.
All properties have stunning views as the land is surrounded by forestry and a national park.
The Aviary is the first phase to be released with a mix of apartments and duplexes due for completion in Autumn 2010.
Ms Ogretici concluded: "In Kusadasi properties are around 35/40 per cent less than in more well known locations. This is generally felt to be due to the fact that major developers building in resorts such as Bodrum were willing to pay large sums in the promotion of the areas.
"In this part of Turkey the local government is helping to ensure that there is no overbuild which has also kept developers reluctant to try for large conurbations. This has resulted in the region keeping its traditional ambiance and prices low."
More details are available from www.elitehomesturkey.com
