Paphos Digest September 2013

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Most of our propertieseither have the Title Deedissued, available or are inthe final stages of LandRegistry approval.Fitzgerald Marketing onlylist properties that are safeto buy and have a fullrecord of anyencumbrances on eachproperty.

Featured Property

Mandarin Gardens is situated inone of the most desirable locationsalong the south western coast ofCyprus.Here you will enjoy the mostequitable yearround climate andthe finest scenery on the island.

Reference: 1558(See page 6)

Published ByMandziak Estate Agency Ltd.Trading as Fitzgerald MarketingSolomos Crt, 74 Ap. Pavlou AveKato Paphos Cyprus 8046Tel: +357 26 930345Fax: + 357 26 930929e: [email protected]: www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com

Cover: http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1558

We continue to actively promote our

range of top quality Cyprus properties

on Rightmove Property Portal, UK;

Prian, Russia and Juwai, China.We

feature properties in popular Russian

lifestyle magazine, Moi Ostrov

widely read in Russia, Ukraine,

Bielarus, and Russian speakers

accross Europe and Asia. In this time

of economic and market uncertainties

we strive to give you a range of top

quality properties at realistic market

prices coupled with all the legal

quarantees and the Title Deeds

We Listen To YouAugust is by far the most challenging of times. Asthe whole of the Mediterranean heads for thebeach for a wellearned holiday, the rest of us copewith the ‘inbetween’ state, battling not only heatand humidity but the general business slowdownin town. Coincidently, our northern Europeanneighbours have the same idea too, and flock toCyprus to soak up the sun and the sea… and justabout dinner time, with the spectacular sunsets andcooling sea breezes, there comes a validation thatit makes a lot of sense to have a house in thissunny island paradise.

Where better, you may ask? Certainly Cyprus has a lot to offer anthropologists,archaeologists, botanists, business entrepreneurs or just to escapees from the bigcity yearning for a more relaxing retirement scene. Obviously, they have notreckoned on the August ‘inbetween’ rule, where half of businesses close theirdoors and the other half seem to take holidays whilst at work! In the true Cypriotstyle however, you can have things done, though it takes some effort calling onbusiness colleagues, partners, friends, aunts and uncles but it can be done.

For Fitzgerald’s August was a busy time. We’ve been wide awake (it was not easywhen siesta time beckoned) and we sold no fewer than five properties. Surprisingly,the buyers come well prepared, well researched and market savvy and mostimportantly, are very optimistic in their investment and Cyprus. Most found usthrough our website www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com and are avid observers of theproperty market. In this most difficult of times and major market uncertainties, theappeal of Fitzgerald’s is our range of quality properties at realistic prices with TitleDeeds. The Brits and Russians continue to be our foremost buyers as well as otherbuyers who come to us from around the globe; a recent request came from aScottish lady currently living in Bangkok, to arrange to view our properties whenshe arrives later this September, and a Russian from Canada on a ‘flying 2 day visit’to view his selection of our properties in mid September.

The feedback is indeed positive and many clients view our website as an excellentintroduction to the property market and to Paphos in general. Our high level ofexpertise in the Cyprus property market, pricing trends and judgment of demandhas earned us a reputation for correctly judging the market supplydemand withoutthe need for heavy discounting or ‘hope values’. We have the balance right and weare delivering what our buyers want, no matter what season of the year. Septemberpromises to be busy as well with a promising number of bookings taken already.

Many prefer the ‘quieter’ (and cooler) September to combine a holiday with aproperty search, and of course, Cyprus holiday fever will settle down by then so wecan get back to ‘business as usual’ till next August.

Elena and Bella, will be onhand to help (Bella just returned from maternity leave)and once Anna (MandziakFitzgerald) finishes her dissertation for her MSc RealEstate (due end this month) we will all be on deck focusing hard on continuing toimprove our customer service and range of properties for our customers.

Fitzgerald’s continues to be active in the local community and charity work. Wewere delighted to sponsor the ‘Help for Heroes’ concert in Pissouri amphitheaterheld at the end of August. As a former RAF officer and tactical coordinator on P3Orions, help for servicemen is something I get excited about. Fitzgerald’s haveoffered to make a standing donation of €100 to the ‘H4H’ charity for each salemade, and for any introduction of property with Title Deeds received, in September.

In the meantime, some outstanding examples of the sales this month are:

http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1252






There is now huge interestin our Peyia ParadiseEstate for only €980,000

Featured Property

Mandarin Gardens is situated in one of the most desirable locations along the southwestern coast of Cyprus. Here you will enjoy the most equitable yearround climateand the finest scenery on the island. Kissonerga Village is very close to Paphostown but maintains a charm of its own with many modern amenities. The detachedvillas of Mandarin Gardens have views to the sea and are just a short distance fromthe beach.

There is nothing to do except movein and enjoy the serenity of theprivate courtyard that envelopes thefront, side and rear of the property.With established gardens,swimming pool and covered terracethe exterior is complete.

Natural tones and natural lightpermeate the elegant interior withinviting indoor and outdooratmosphere that flows to the paved poolside entertaining area. The openplandiningliving room extends to the garden terraces (living room terrace is fullycovered) overlooking the swimming pool area. Striking gourmet kitchen is at the farend and is styled with granite worktops and a large breakfast bar.

Entertaining? Formal or casual, you can plan a perfectly intimate soiree inside,thrill your guests with your courtyard setting or take your party to your fabulous

Kissonerga Villa

roof terrace that simply amazes. The cooling shade of the rooftop gazebo, the seabreezes, the country views – enough to entertain a large crowd. What could be betterthan that?

On the first floor three bright sunny bedrooms and family bathroom. The masterbedroom features an ensuite shower and southfacing balcony. All bedrooms fittedwith built in wardrobes.

You have an utility room on thesecond floor, opening to theroof terrace.

If you’ve been telling yourselfthe time is right to buy aCyprus home, this Kissonergaproperty is valuepacked to thecore. Exceptional opportunity.Inspection a must!

Featured Property


€249,000

This stunning southerly orientated villa and a perfect Mediterranean lifestyle can beyours today. This ‘oneoff’ villa offers a flowing and elegant indoor/outdoor livingenvironment amidst a unique, cleverly designed and carefully tended semitropicalgarden.

The palm studded setting has been 6 years in the making and you’ll be surprisedwhat a wonderful oasis of calm awaits you here, a perfect backdrop to your newhome.Everything speaks of cosseted leisure, enhanced wellbeing, and sophisticatedliving.

The ground floor offers a custom designed, openplan kitchen/living area with anelegantly sculptured, designer, black glass breakfast bar, a gravitational point, fromwhich to entertain and socialise.The living room, with two sets ofpatio doors, projects a fairytalegarden ambience enhancing theindoor living space, with theinviting, sculpted, walkin poolbeckoning in the heat of the day.Additionally, a concealedextended kitchen area discreetlyhouses quality white goodappliances and fridge freezer.

Featured Property

Lighthouse Beach Villa

The ground floor also offers aspacious double bedroom with itsown extended pergola garden terraceand voluminous builtin wardrobes.A stylish bathroom completes theground floor.

The master bedroom is on the firstfloor in a setting of pure indulgence.Very spacious and full of light, itfeatures a sculpted designer dressingtable, a full wall of builtin robesand a fullsize private shower ensuite. The bedroom opens to a rare, more thangenerous, balcony, screened to offer perfect privacy. Here you have enviable viewsof the lighthouse (900m), and the sparkling turquoise of the sea, a mere 180m away.

Luxury Seaside Villa in Kato PaphosThere is also a discreetly sheltered, private roofterrace (one level above), a unique venue for that perfect tan! Fully furnished andtotally refurbished, the villa is not new…but ‘as new’. Many of the designerfurniture and furnishings are new additions, so you will have no need to shop… justbring your suitcases and move seamlessly into your wonderful newtreasure.Viewing is a must!

The villa is, chic, stylish, uncompromisingly sophisticated but neverthelesswelcoming and could easily grace the cover of a fashion magazine. Make it yours…you deserve it.

http://www.fitzgeraldprestige.com/properties/1355katopaphos/ Price: €389,000

Featured Property

Fitzgerald's New PropertiesMelaniaTownhouse

€108,000Beds: 2 Baths: 2

Chlorakas closestoutpost to Paphos isMelania Hill. Here youhave the whole ofPaphos in you sight, thehills and the majesticviews of Mediterraneancoastline.Ref: 1544

Pafia top Floor

€85,000Beds: 2 Baths: 1

You are in the bustlingarea of Tombs of theKings Road, home to thevery best and mostcelebrated restaurants inPaphos!

Ref: 1540

Peyia Penthouse

€139,000Beds: 2 Baths: 1

Peyia village is one of themost dynamic locationsin the Paphos region andhas been transformed intoa fashionable destination.

Ref:1538

Arcadia Sea SideBungalow

€320,000Beds 2 Baths 2

Villa Zephyrus (God ofthe West Winds) is part ofan exclusive, seafront,gated complex locatedless than 100m from astunning Mediterraneanminiharbour.

Ref: 1501

Kings Palace ViewsApt


Come to the tranquillityof Kings Palace andluxuriate in a privateworld of leisure andrelaxation, grand viewsand stylish living...

Ref 1559

Pissouri Pine Villa


Green area at the side ofyour villa and pine forestin the front. Privateswimming pool,charming garden. Twobalconies with sea view...

Ref: 1557

http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1544 http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1540


http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1559 http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus/properties/1557


Big On Ideas

Our new office addition – a big map. After nearly 5 months of trying we havefinally achieved our aim to secure permission to reproduce the Cyprus map on theoffice wall. A big thank you goes to the Lands and Survey Department and toPaphos 2020 printing works who were a tremendous help.

Getting your bearings has never been easier! The 5m by 6 m map shows entire westend of Cyprus and includes Limassol where we aim to expand next. Even though itwas a challenge to find the appropriate file, we see the map as a key selling toolwhich complements our primary activity and that is to sell real estate. Most of ourclients are overseas visitors and many have major difficulties putting locations intoperspective.

For new visitors, Pachna, Pissouri, Coral Bay or Polis, for example, mean verylittle. The map makes it so easy to connect the location dots. The map showsvillages and towns as well as sandy beaches, forests, historical monuments,elevations and, of course, roads systems. When buying property all of these arevery important considerations whether you are looking for a holiday home oryour permanent residence. Our clients are over the noon about it and so are we.

Apostolos Pavos Avenue is a busy tourist thoroughfare and we are very happy withthe location, but we did not take into account an additional very pleasant benefit ofthe map... a regular flow of tourist who just call in just to get their bearings and putlocations into perspective. All are welcome!

Unmissable H4H concert at Pissouri amphitheatre

Fitzgerald’s was immensely proud to beapproached as one of the first sponsors for theAugust Help For Heroes (H4H) charity concert.There was a fantastic turnout last month onSaturday 24th August and the amazing PissouriAmphitheatre – a modern recreation of the oldtheatre at Curium – was almost full to capacity.Supported by some of the islands best vocalperformers, the programme under the musicaldirection of Andrew Oliver included many wellloved songs from pop anthems through toclassical arias. This was a completely oneoffconcert, probably never to be repeated.

It was also an awesome environment to stand andshare a message about the Fitzgerald business infront of the VIP guests – including StationCommander Akrotiri, Group Captain J LinterOBE & his wife Anne; Bob Humphries (Majorretired), the events coordinator for EpiskopiGarrison, Sir Michael Beavis KCB, CBE, AFCand the Mukhtar of Pissouri, Christos Foutas andmembers of his family.

Daryl Fitzgerald had a clear stage when he announced that A.Mandziak EstateAgency Ltd would give €100 to the charity for each introduction of property withtitle deeds for a month after the Concert for Heroes. Thereafter the Fitzgeraldpresence was maintained by Lisa Sofokleous of the Hill View restaurant team, whois the company’s representative in Pissouri; she reports an excellent response. Theoffer stands for the month.

The concert proper opened with Martin Rhodes whose Sinatra favourites areperhaps the most loved swing tunes of half a generation: My Way and more. Hewas then joined by acclaimed ‘Fusion’ soprano Tina Chester for the romantic duet:If Tomorrow Never Comes. Tina continued in a classical vein, finishing with UnGiorno Per Noi with young dancer Ella Simmonds providing a charming visualdiversion.

The superlative programme then continued with three moving numbers from JudithEvans Davies, whose wonderful Welsh voice inspired the audience; the applausewas rapturous as Judith is rarely seen in such venues. Judith also donated herappearance fee to the charity. Martin then introduced surprise performer Peter

Hindmarch; only two weeks earlier, Peter had volunteered his services to MDAndrew Oliver, who cleverly made space to include a poignant song – entitledAfghanistan (We live for them) for which Peter had written the lyrics. After astunning moment of silence, more thunderous applause!

A change of tempo was introduced as dynamic Paphosbased singer, Kaela Santoshimmediately moved the audience into action with a giant Mexican wave around thetheatre. Soon, with pop classics like Dancing in the Street; everyone was on theirfeet and, before the first half came to a close, Kaela had a massive conga linesnaking round the stage. She was then joined by Tina Chester and Martin Rhodesfor Going Home a touching lyric set to Dvorak's Largo from the 9th symphony:From The New World

In the interval, the Blevins Franks Champagne Draw for a magnum of fizz was wellreceived; also the paintings auction and the Prize Draw.

For the second set, the newlook Abba Dabba Do – also based in Paphos entertained with songs from their new show; original partners Bonnie, John andAndrew have been joined by Jo Allsop who brings a real allround ability to the roleof Frida . The audience showed their appreciation by flocking onto the stage todance and join in the final Abba classic: Thank you for the Music.

‘It was a truly inspiring and enjoyableevening’ commented one member of theaudience after the last strains of the finalnumber – Land of Hope and Glory, ahugely difficult song deliveredimpeccably by Tina Chester – hadresounded through the amphitheatre. Thiswas a wonderful finale to the dreamwhich organiser June Ainsworth has longheld – a successful fundraiser for thecharity nearest to her heart: Help forHeroes. The event made over €6000 forthe charity.

Later Daryl confirmed in an interviewwith the national paper Cyprus Daily:‘We are new to sponsorship of this kindbut, as a former Australian Airforceofficer – I was tactical coordinator on P3Orions I have empathy with the militaryservice personnel whom this charitysupports. We are proud to be involved.’

Daryl wiith June Ainsworth

"The Office"

From the harbour walk up towards the Begonia Gardencentre at the traffic lights and we are on the left justbefore the “Wishing Tree”.

Coming from the Tomb of the kings turn right at thetraffic lights (or cut through by the Roman Hotel) andwe are a short way down on the right just after the“Wishing Tree”.

Office hours are 9am to 5.30pm 6 days a week with no break for lunch.

Cyprus: more than sun. sea and great social life

When people come to Cyprus to buy a holiday home or to live here full time, thereare always a number of things that bring them to the island – those in the title beingamongst the foremost reasons expressed. There’s also another ‘S; for families withyoung children, Schooling. The Paphos area has many good schools at all levels.

Something that occasionally gets lost in the marketing facts is that Cyprus is also anisland full of history with a patchwork past of conquerors and kings – Richard theLionheart was married to Queen Berengaria here; in fact he spent more time inCyprus than he did in Britain. Who can blame him?

If history interests you and if knowing more about Cyprus of old would influenceyour decision to buy in what is frequently seen as a modern island with all ‘modcons’, then look out for ‘My Old Acquaintance: Yesterday in Cyprus’; a bookwritten by Barbara Cornwall Lyssarides; an American who came to Cyprus andwrote for many years for Cyprus national newspapers. Her prose is lyrical as shedescribes how things were in her time (1999) and earlier. You can find the book onAmazon.

For an earlier view – and lots to amuse – check out a 1965 Tourism videohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHKPy2KTdC0

One of our ‘Digest’ contributors was here at that time and says that much of what’sdepicted is quite accurate and, of course, the north was not split from the south till1974. In fact much is still the same nowadays; one of the delightful things aboutexploring the island’s countryside when you have decided upon your house, is thatyou can still find villages, for instance, where they beat the olive trees on ladders todislodge the crop – although a modern slant has popped up in some places, wherethey stand on the back of a flatbed truck!

It’s not just sea, sun and a truly terrific social life (if you want it) – Cyprus is also anisland of history and mystery, which can still be discovered if you take the time.

SUMMER MUSIC

As well as Jezebel’s excellent pub compilations, these special shows are alsohappening in SeptemberFor all show information www.andrewoliver9.co.ukTicket hotline for all shows and reservations Tel: 99832538.

LAST NIGHT OF THE PIMMSSaturday 14 September 7pm Letymbou TavernBritain's favourite classics starring Tina Chester, Soprano, and Andrew Oliver,Piano, in a quintessentially British concert of uplifting classics from the UK andmost particularly those wellloved numbers that always feature at the BBC Proms.Tickets: €22 inc. dinner, at 7.30pm and show at 9pmReservations essential Anita 99945457, Antonis 99945457

ANDREY BLUES BANDFriday 20 September 7pm Paradisos Hills Hotel, LysosParadisos Hills is a wonderful boutique hotel in the foothills between Polis &Paphos; stunning views; wonderful bedrooms! Great place for this intimateperformance.Dine and dance to blues music under the stars with AndreyStareyshinski's new band performing the songs of Eric Clapton,Stevie RayVaughan, Johnny Winter, Delbert McClinton and others. Andrey started playingviolin at the age of four, went to a music school where he started playing guitar atthe age of 15 and that was the end of his violin playing career! Since 1978 Andreyhas worked as a professional musician, playing all over Europe and Scandinavia.Tickets: €19 inc. dinner at 7.30pm, show at 9pmAccommodation and local taxi service – Tel: 99595050www.paradisoshills.com

DANCING UNDER THE STARSSunday 22 September 7pm Y & P Hotel LatchiDinner Dance with THE MARTIN RHODES SWING BANDDine and dance to swing music just by the beach with Martin's new band. Martin,formerly a policeman in UK, has a relaxed style and vocal overtones of FrankSinatra.Tickets: €20 inc. dinner at 7.30pm, dancing from 9pmB & B rooms availableReservations Tel: 99885428, 26321411

Out & AboutA Flavour of Paphos in

Pictures

The "Big Breakfast"

August is a month to relax, the heatand humidity reaches its peak andthings quiten down except on thebeaches. During all this though therewas an exceptional turnout to the Bigbreakfast at the "5th Floor" in aid ofthe Archangel Michael Hospice.

Savvas Varges (Mayor of Paphos) with Mona Skordi

Out & AboutA Flavour of Paphos in

Pictures

What's On with JezabelHere’s an extremely small selection from the vast listof choices at least a dozen every night on offer atwww.groovejetmedia.com LISTINGS page. Make themost of it this month, as things will start to slow inOctober as the tourists begin to dwindle, and byNovember you’ll be kicking your heels again. It’sworth fighting for a bar stool right now!

Rock FM starts a new timetable on Monday with TonyNewell welcomed back into the breakfast showhotseat 98.5 (Pafos) 106.7 (Polis) orwww.rockfmcyprus.com

Monday 2nd SeptemberGaia Melodia at Hammam Cafe, Turkish Baths, 99821040Tuesday 3rd SeptemberJulie Webster sings 9.30pm at 357 Bar, 25 TOK Rd Kato Pafos, 99960143Wednesday 4th SeptemberSimone Swift 9pm and Michael Jackson show at Baywatch Bar, Bar StThursday 5th SeptemberEugene plays sax 8pm at Verandah, TOK Rd Kato Pafos off coast side (near Lidl)Friday 6th SeptemberSpooky rockblues band 9pm at New Horizon Pub, TOK Rd Xlorakas almost inCoral Bay, off coast side 99831136Saturday 7th SeptemberOpera Futura Verona and the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra present L'Elixir d'Amourat Pafos harbour www.pafc.com.cy 26822218Sunday 8th SeptemberGroovejet at Aliathon Hotel Beer garden or Wild Horse Pub 99831136Monday 9th SeptemberJuke Box Rockers at Haris Restaurant, Peiga HillTuesday 10th SeptemberStammy at Get In Café, Mandria 99115957Wednesday 11th SeptemberTake Two 8.30 11.30 pm at Queens Bay Hotel, TOK Rd almost in Coral BayThursday 12th SeptemberDominic Holmes 8pm at Greenhills, Upper Peyia 99538077Friday 13th SeptemberMilitary bands at Pissouri Amphitheatre 7pm €10 adults €5 kids 99934668Saturday 14th SeptemberStevie Dean at Ollie's Taverna Beerfest 3.30pm €10 inc. beers & BBQ

Symbiosis rock band 9.30pm at Rose Pub, just off harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187Sunday 15th SeptemberKaela Santosh as Tina Turner 8.30pm at Athena Beach Hotel.Monday 16th SeptemberThe Abba Babes Jezebel & LisaMarie at Limani Amphitheatre, Coral Beach Hotel10 11pm 99831136Tuesday 17th SeptemberChris King as Elvis at Blazing Saddles, Coral Bay Strip 26622466Wednesday 18th SeptemberEasy Duo 9pm at O'Solomons Pub, Coral Bay (opp Coral Beach Hotel) 99842627Thursday 19th SeptemberMario Kombou as Elvis at Colosseum Restaurant, Kato Pafos €18 inc. dinnerTalk Of The Town 7pm at Pissouri Amphitheatre in aid of Paphiakos AnimalWelfare €10 in advance €15 on door 99151996Friday 20th SeptemberAndrey Blues Band 7pm at Paradisos Hills Hotel, Lysos, near Polis €19 inc. dinner99595050 www.paradisoshills.comSaturday 21st SeptemberKyp on live sitar 7.30pm at Poppadums Indian restaurant, TOK Rd KissonergaSunday 22nd SeptemberThe Babyloves Jezebel & LisaMarie sing Motown 2 4pm at G&Ts Bar, PolisRoad near Tsada 99831136Frontline’s tribute to Pink Floyd at Paliomonastirio, Peiga. Doors 6pm €15 inc.BBQ 96586891Monday 23rd SeptemberMartin Rhodes as Frank Sinatra 9pm at Baywatch Cocktail Bar, Bar Street.Tuesday 24th SeptemberAndi Hobbs sings rock n roll 9.30pm at Evis Pub, Kleous St Kato PafosWednesday 25th SeptemberThe All New Jersey Boys at La Plage, Latchi harbour €20 inc. BBQ 99948941Thursday 26th SeptemberThe Real Thing play the blues 9.30pm at Rose Pub, Kato Pafos 99013187Friday 27th SeptemberDusan & Isobel 10pm 12.30 at Evis Pub, Kleous St (turn at Yemen's oppositeAlexander Hotel) 26955652Saturday 28th SeptemberVacant (punk band) at Iron Horse, Pissouri 9997447 www.vacantpunk.comSunday 29th SeptemberBlack Cabb rock band 7pm at Orfeas Bar, XlorakasMonday 30th SeptemberThe Abba Babes Jezebel & LisaMarie at Limani Amphitheatre, Coral Beach Hotel10 11pm 99831136

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