Real Estate Brochure Cyprus

AphroditeProperty Sales

Quality properties in only the most sought-after locations

Contents

01 Introduction to Cyprus02 About Us03 Principal Locations05 Buying06 Our Partners08 Recreation

Introduction to CyprusWhether you are considering buying for investment, retirement, a holiday home, or to live and work, Cyprusoffers everything you could hope for and more.

As the Mediterranean’s third largest island and with a total area of 9,250 km2, Cyprus offers picturesquescenery from dramatic mountains, beautiful cedar forests, National Parks and the largest number of blue flagbeaches in Europe, not forgetting, of course, the famous Aphrodite’s Rock on the south coast. The Islandenjoys 300 days of sunshine every year with even the possibility of snow over the Troodos range in the winterfor the avid skiers. Cyprus has less than 1 million inhabitants, mostly concentrated in the coastal regions andcities, leaving large parts of the inland areas picturesque and unspoiled. The Island is well connected via themany flights into both Larnaca and Paphos International airports, which offer easy access to all cities via ahighway network. With low crime rates, low cost of living, fantastic schools andmedical services, private andpublic, and friendly, welcoming people, Cyprus is suitable for every age group.

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Holiday - Live - Work - Play - Invest - Retire

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About Us

Aphrodite Property Sales, part of the CSCZyprus Property GroupLtd, (CREAA Reg No. 742, CREAA License No. 378/E) is a Cypriotregistered marketing company operated by a British family. We liveandwork within the Aphrodite Hills Resort and surrounding areas andhave over 25 years experience of Cyprus.

AphroditePropertySales specialises inAphroditeHillsGolfResort andhas the largest portfolio of properties for sale direct with sellers,including luxury villas, townhouses or junior villas and apartments.

For those who are not looking to purchase at Aphrodite Hills we havea large selection of ready and off-plan properties in sought-afterlocations throughout Cyprus.We haveworked with individual ownersand only the best developers to produce an impressive portfoliocovering the whole spectrum of properties from luxury villas to plotsand apartments.

The Cyprus property market has many facets to it, some of whichrequire professional guidance to understand. In association with ourregistered and licensed estate agent, CSC Zyprus Property GroupLtd, our professional business partners and with our intimateknowledge of the market, locations and individual properties, webelieve we can offer expert advice and guidance to vendors andpurchasers alike, giving peace of mind and support throughout thepurchasing process.

Whether vendor or purchaser, we commit to treating our clientswith honesty and integrity.

Local Knowledge

Qualified Expertise

Friendly and Helpful Advice

Support When You Need It

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PaphosSituated on the southwest coast of Cyprus,the Paphos region is by far the greenestandmost temperate part of the Island.Withthe Island's second International Airport,Paphos offers the chance to enjoy yearround sunshine, clean beaches,spectacular undulating countryside andimportant historical sites.

Cloaked in mythology and steeped inhistory, Paphos has been named as aUNESCO world heritage site with itsremarkable architectural and historicevidence dating back to the Classical,Hellenistic and Roman periods.

Inmore recent times, Paphoshasattractedtourists, youngworking familiesand retiredresidents to settle along its shores.

Several thriving golf courses nestle withinthe hidden valleys or meander proudlyover the hillsides offering fantasticpanoramic views around every corner.With the new residents has come worldclass hotels and resorts, excellentshopping, and an area suitable forbusiness, tourism and investment.

LimassolLimassol, the second largest city inCyprus, is located only a 40 minute drivefrom both international airports.Respected as the commercial andshipping centre of Cyprus, Limassol isone of the most important tourism, tradeand service-providing centres in theeastern Mediterranean.

Offering its visitors and inhabitants amyriad of amenities in a safe and family-oriented environment, the city haseverything including museums, theatres,international schools and a wide range ofshopping. The recently renovated towncentre with its picturesque castle andquaint sidewalk cafes showcases a blendof old traditions with modernsophistication. Aside from15kilometers ofsandy beaches and crystal clear waters,Limassol is also home to the newly-completed world-class marina. Withmodern offices, excellent restaurants andpavement cafes lining the marina, realestate here is at a premium.

Principal Locations



LarnacaProbably best known for its International Airportwhich links the Middle East, Europe and Africa,Larnaca, on the southeast coast of Cyprus, is alsohome to the Island's second port, a stunningmarina, as well as a growing number of tourists andsecond-home owners. As one of the main entrypoints of the Island, this coastal region is the perfectdestination for quick getaways, business stop-overs and so much more.

Larnaca has a rich and fascinating history datingback 6,000 years. As one of the oldest regions inEurope, its cultural past is evident in the museums,local traditions, handicrafts, archaeological sitesand wonderful architecture, which can be foundthroughout the area. New projects, including 5 starhotels, commercial and recreation areas completewith plazas, shops, restaurants and parks, willundoubtedly boost Larnaca’s already popularimage.

ProtarasLocated at the east end of the Island in theFamagusta region is Protaras. With a coastline of5km of superb beaches and rocky formations,Protaras has been a flourishing holiday resort sincethe 1980s and is seen as a sophisticated destinationrivaling its neighbouring town of Ayia Napa. The highseason in Protaras sees a steady influx of visitors,taking advantage of all the town has to offer in theway of hotels, bars, restaurants and other leisurefacilities. Many of the beaches around this area havebeen awarded blue flag status for their outstandingwater quality and public facilities.

The area has anagricultural history, years agobeforeProtaras was a tourist destination, the uninhabitedland was farmed. Its rich red soil being perfect forgrowing the famous Cyprus potatoes. Thepicturesque windmills, which are part of the locallandscape, were originally used for drawing waterfrom the underground aquifers to irrigate thesurrounding fields. Now the land is being acquiredfor building purposes and offers some delightfulresidential projects.

Principal Locations (Cont'd)

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Buying

Once you find that perfect place, the rest of the buying process isrelatively simple. We are here to support you every step of the way. Wecarefully select the propertieswemarket. As a result, you can be assured thatthere will be few, if any, issues to deal with. Our resale properties have thebenefit of title deeds. This is your peace of mind, knowing that your propertyis secured.

Your Cyprus lawyer will guide you through the buying process. If you wish touse one of our preferred partner law firms, they have an excellent reputation,speak fluent English and have built up a reliable track record with AphroditeProperty Sales over many years.

When an offer has been accepted by the vendor, theremay be a requirementfor a small reservation fee to be paid prior to the drawing-up of the salesagreement. On signing, a percentage of the payment will be required andthen on completion the balance is paid.

Buying CostsIn addition to legal fees and a small stamp duty, taxes paid on the transferof title deeds to the property (known as property transfer tax) will need to bepaid.

Your local community council charges for the facilities and services itprovides, much the same as in other developed countries. By any measure,these charges are low.

The Government charges something called Immoveable Property Tax on allproperty annually. The amount charged is basedon the assessed value of theproperty.

Community ChargesWhen buying in a complex or a resort location, there are community chargesthat all owners collectively pay in order tomaintain the upkeep of the building,common areas, gardens, community pools etc. A number of owners areusually elected to manage a small committee to oversee the interest of thecommunity and the upkeep of the area. Sometimes this is vested in theappointment of an administrator or management company. How much youwill contribute will depend on the type of property in the community you havebought.

Full details of all charges and how to calculate them can be provided byAphrodite Property Sales.



Our Partners

MoneyCorp – Save money on your international transfers

When it comes to transferring funds, we work with the world’s most trusted companies and are proud to be abusiness partner of MoneyCorp.

Founded in 1962,MoneyCorp is authorised and regulated by theUKFinancial Conduct Authority. It has a 4A1* creditrating. MoneyCorp can help you when exchanging currency and transferring funds internationally.

Moneycorp can assist you with any of the following:

� Overseas property – buying or selling, mortgage or maintenance payments or rental income

� Emigrating or working overseas – move personal wealth, pay overseas agents, send salary home

� Sending or receiving money from family overseas – gifts, salary payments, emergency funds

You can depend on:

� Bank beating exchange rates � Fast online money transfers 24/7

� Free Expert guidance on currency markets � Safeguarded customer funds

Blevins FranksMoving abroad is something that many Britons yearn to do and Cyprus is a very popular destination for many. Youshould always take advice when looking to purchase a property in and/or moving to any country including Cyprus.

Blevins Franks provide taxation advice, pension income, rental income and inheritance tax advice to BritishExpatriates. Whilst the tax systems are broadly similar, what is tax-free in the UK is not tax-free in Cyprus. An adviserwith a good understanding of both jurisdictions can help with understanding the tax implications of a move and workout how to make your money work for you protecting it against foreign taxes and how to make the most of theopportunities available.

lt is our aim to give our clients a complete service andwith that inmindweare proud to havepartneredwith a numberof business associates who have extensive expertise and experience in a variety of fields. The following pagespromote the services of our principal partners.

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Our Partners (cont'd)

Christabel Corporate ServicesChristabel Corporate Services Limited is a multidisciplinary professionalfirm, located in Limassol that offers International Business clients andHighNet Worth Individuals a complete range of Corporate Services.

Managed by a multi-disciplined team of professionals including bankers,accountants, lawyers and tax consultants, youarewell placedamongst theexperts.

Christabel Corporate Services is a regulated firm that complies with legaland international standards in delivering a solution that exceeds the client’sexpectations. Christabel place paramount importance on building atrusting and lasting relationship with their clients, for the provision of keybusiness services to a global client.

Christabel is able to assist you with the following services:

• Incorporation & Fiduciary Services

• Bank Account Management Services

• International & Cyprus Trusts

• Client Accounting

• Legal & Taxation Services

• Serviced Offices (exclusive and non-exclusive)

• Citizenship and Residency applications

Whether you require legal assistance for the Residency and PassportScheme or require assistance as a Business investor in Cyprus, you can beconfident that their approach is both professional and ethical.

The purchase of a property is just the first stage of your Cyprus experience. We have many more businesspartners ready to assist you with all aspects of themanagement of your property and if you intend to live, workor holiday here, to support you after your purchase.

If you wish to seek assistance from any of our partners, we would be very pleased to arrange a confidentialor casual meeting with them at your convenience.

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Recreation

GolfIn the last ten years Cyprus has also put itself firmly onthe map for keen golfers. The 4 major golf courses arelocated in the Paphos Region, the most well-knownand visually spectacular of these being Aphrodite Hills,an awardwinning18-hole championship standardgolfcourse, crowned as the Best Golf Course in Cyprus inthe first Annual World Golf Awards in 2014. The golffacilities consist of a double ended 350m practicerange, a 3 hole academy course, short game practicefacilities, residential professional golf instructors and afully stocked pro shop. Other 18-hole golf courses onthe Island include Minthis Hills, Secret Valley and EleaEstate. Licenses are issued for further golf coursedevelopment across the Island.

With excellent weather from April to December there is always so much to do in Cyprus for people of all ages. As wellas sundrenchedbeaches andwater sports, there are facilities of all sorts right across the Island, includingwaterparks,a lovely zoological park, wine trails, nature reserves, mountain walks, horse and donkey trails, winter skiing, quadbiking, paragliding, conservation and so much more.


Wine TrailsInmore recent years Cyprus has produced some of the best winesin theworld,winning prestigious international awards.With perfectgrowing conditions, the Cyprus wine industry has become asignificant contributor to the local economy, through cultivation,production, employment, export and tourism.There are severalWine Trails mainly in and around the Paphos andLimassol areas, some wineries offering lunch and tours of thewinery itself. It makes for a great day out and for the real wineconnoisseur, it will not disappoint. Be prepared to go home with acase or two of your favourites.

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Turtle ConservationIn 1976 a project was started to protect the turtlepopulation of Cyprus and there are several places onthe Island that have been designated conservationareas for theGreenbackTurtlesand those lookingafterthe sites are more than happy to share theirknowledge.Whilst the turtles cannot be approached itcan be a delightful experience to see the turtles leavingtheir nests and heading for the sea.

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World Heritage SitesDue to its varied history and unique location, Cyprushas long been amecca for archaeologists and historyenthusiasts. There are many exciting and interestingsites dotted around the country ready to be explored.Although Kourion Amphitheatre with its spectacularviews to the sea has been a constant landmark, theother ancient ruins on that site have only beenexcavated in the past 30 years and now visitors flockto see the fabulousmosaic floors and ruinedcitywalls.The area of mosaics in Paphos near the harbour hasbeen designated a World Heritage Site and with theTombs of the Kings further along the shore, theseplaces are a must for those interested in the history ofthe region.

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Donkey Sanctuary and ZooUntil relatively recently, donkeys were the bestform of travel for farmers traversing the slopesand lanes of their land. Once the tractor becamemore widely used and the roads improved, theworking donkeys were not required and so theDonkey Sanctuary was formed. Still to this daythere is a sanctuary which is run as a charitywhere visitors are welcomed and these lovelyanimals are given a new and more restful life.

Paphos Zoo in its’ current form was opened inSeptember 2003 but started life as a private BirdPark. Since thenmany animals have arrived fromacross the world including Asian elephants. Thezoo has recently celebrated the birth of twoSiberian tiger cubs and a male Dromedarycamel.

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Sports & LeisureThere is a myriad of activities you could indulge in. For thephysically active, golf, tennis and horse-back riding are theprimary activities on offer. For the adventurous there are excitinghiking &mountain cycle trails, quad biking tours, paragliding andmore. The summer season sees the return of water-sports suchas scuba diving, kite surfing, kayaking and sailing. With 3marinas, 5 ports and numerous bays, yachting is fast becominga popular activity for all. Even during the winter months,temperate sailing conditions, with air and sea temperaturesaround17Callow for sea excursions. If youprefer themountains,however, thewintermonthsalsoseeheavysnowfall on thepeaksof the Troodos Mountains. There are four ski runs ranging frombeginner to advanced for the skier to enjoy.

If all this activity is toomuch then you can indulge in awonderfullyrelaxing Spa Treatment at one of the many Spa facilities aroundthe Island. Our personal favourite is the award winning RetreatSpa at Aphrodite Hills.

Withsomuch todo, it’s easy toseewhymoreandmorepeopleare investing in Cyprus.

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Aphrodite Property Sales29 Anemonas Street

Aphrodite HillsPaphos8509

Cyprus

t. +357 7000 90 12 m. +357 99147069e. [email protected]

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has beenmade to ensure the accuracyof the contents of this brochure, it cannot be gauranteed and thereforeno reference to its text is to be used as part of a sales contract.

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