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Pre-Launch Property Investment Opportunity in Beautiful Coastal Golf Resort
Make the most of the limited pre-launch opportunity at Ancient Sands Resort, a brand new exclusive residential golf resort located within El Gouna, just 20 minutes north of Hurghada International Airport on Egypt’s beautiful Red Sea Riviera.
Prices at pre-launch are 10% below launch prices for studio, one and two bedroom apartments and two bedroom townhouses in the Hilltop Village at the heart of Ancient Sands Resort.
Luxury villas, apartments and townhouses are spread across a generous 2.1 million square metre site. The resort offers an 18-hole Karl Litten designed championship golf course, tranquil spa treatment centre, swimming pools, a plush Golf Club Estate House, delectable restaurants, chic bars, and on-site concierge services by Quintessentially, the world’s leading concierge service and private members’ club. A complimentary global membership for Quintessentially is available for owners at Ancient Sands.
Pre-Launch Offer
• Prices 10% below launch prices
• Anticipated price increases of at least 30% during construction
• 6% net rental guarantee for 2 years (limited availability)
• Reserve early to select the best units
• US$5,000 deposit to secure your unit of choice
• Only 20% payable at exchange, 20% after six months, 60% on completion
• Mortgage finance available at completion
• One year complimentary Quintessentially membership
• Chance to join the advance villa selection list
Why Egypt?
The bridge between Africa and the Middle East, Egypt presents a true fusion of cultures and histories. Not only is Egypt a fantastic location for investment, but it has something to offer everyone with its stylish night spots, luxury hotels, incredible diving, exciting water sports, a unique and ancient culture and of course year-round sunshine.
• Emerging market
• Set to become top 20 economy by 2050
• Foreign direct investment increasing year on year
• Robust tourist market – with over 11 million visitors in 2007
• No capital gains tax
• Low income tax
• No inheritance tax
• Increasing mortgage finance use will drive prices upwards
• Steady capital growth of 15% - 30% per annum
• Year round sunshine
• Incredible history and culture
• Some of the best diving in the world
Why El Gouna?
El Gouna is often referred to as “The Venice of the Red Sea” due to the myriad of islands and lagoons that pepper its 10 km coastline. Everything you need is on your doorstep in this exclusive community: a challenging 18-hole championship golf course designed by Gene Bates and Fred Couples, varied water sports, a range of shopping experiences and restaurants offering international cuisine.
• The ‘Venice of the Red Sea’
• Two beautiful marinas with a super yacht marina opening in 2008
• Compound annual growth of over 20% per annum since 1999
• Over 2,200 luxury homes have already been built and sold
• Strong touristic demand – over 1.3 million bed nights at El Gouna in 2006.
• Hotel occupancy 83% in 2007 underpins rental returns
• Strong local and international resale market when you want to resell
• Currently home to over 10,000 residents
• Fully developed infrastructure
Ancient Sands Hilltop Village Properties
The Hilltop Village properties are at the heart of Ancient Sands. They are focused around a beautifully landscaped piazza area with facilities on your doorstep.
• Studio, one and two bedroom apartments
• Two bedroom townhouses
• Generous terraces
• Unique architecture – a fusion of Nubian architecture and Mediterranean style
• Beautiful swimming pools
• Stunning landscaping
• Incredible views of the golf course, lagoons, Red Sea or crimson mountains
Ancient Sands Facilities & Services
• 18-hole Karl Litten designed championship golf course
• Luxury concierge services by Quintessentially
• Rental management programme
• Holistic 5 star Spa Centre
• Golf Club Estate House
• Exclusive restaurants and bars
• Beach area
• Stunning swimming pools
• Kids Club & Play Area
• Library & Business Centre
• Shops
• Tennis Academy
Owner Benefits
• One year complimentary membership of Quintessentially, the world’s leading concierge service and private members club
• One year complimentary golf membership
• Reduced green fees and equipment hire on both courses in El Gouna
• One free spa treatment and special low treatment prices
• Reduced rental rates for properties at Ancient Sands
• Complimentary use of the Ancient Sands tennis courts
• Discounts available throughout El Gouna with the El Gouna Owners’ Card
Rental Management Programme
A Rental Management Programme is available for purchasers at Ancient Sands Resort.
• Gross rental yields in excess of 14% per annum
• 45 days own use per annum
• No maintenance fees or utility costs for participants in the Rental Management Programme
• No hassle solution
How to Buy
To benefit from the exclusive pre-launch offer couldn’t be easier. A preferential purchase process is in place for pre-launch properties at Ancient Sands
1. US$5,000 reservation payment to hold your unit
2. 20% upon exchange of contracts
3. 20% payable six months after completion
4. 60% payable at completion
At completion mortgage finance is available.
Developers & Consultants
Orascom Hotels & Development – Egypt’s leading town development company, and part of the Orascom Group with a market cap of over $2.6billion
IFB Resort Developers – international resort development company, with substantial residential and golf experience.
SB Architects – a mid-sized firm with offices in San Francisco and Miami with a reputation for excellence with clients from across the globe
EDSA – one of the world’s leading planning, landscape, architectural and urban design firms. Their portfolio includes the One and Only Royal Mirage, Dubai.
Karl Litten – one of the world’s best golf course architects with expertise in desert golf courses. Karl designed the Emirates Golf Course in Dubai.
Alchemy – a Cairo based interior design firm with unique interior design concepts.