Issue 01 · 2010 LIFESTYLE · TRAVEL · · PROPERTY losarqueroslife welcome

Welcome to Los Arqueros Life and thank you for taking We’re not just selling golf or property we are offering the time to browse our publication. you a way of life – Go Golf! Go Live Your Life.

First I would like to thank everyone who has helped The property market is hugely competitive, particularly put this issue of the magazine together; Nick, David, in the current climate, however we have seen big Costas, Ruth, Philippa, Line, Susan and Paul. Without changes in recent months with clients no longer sitting you guys it would not have been possible. on the fence waiting for the market to bottom out. Confidence is building and sales of property on site I would also like to thank my good friend Alistair for have doubled from figures in the first half of last year. talking his sister into moving from Portugal to join Los Let’s hope 2010 is the start of things to come. Arqueros Estates, without this I would not have had the time to even consider publishing this magazine. Whether on holiday, golfing or searching for your dream home; relax with our magazine and enjoy your stay. Through Los Arqueros Life I hope to be able to provide you with some great articles about a variety of topics, Hope to see you soon in the clubhouse... show some stunning images and offer useful information on Los Arqueros, Benahavis, Andalucia and . Ian Cooper Director & Founder of Los Arqueros Estates From the very first time I came to Los Arqueros I have always believed it to be a special place, close enough to the glamour of Puerto Banus and , but just far enough away. Los Arqueros can offer great facilities and stunning scenery in a great location with fantastic access to the coast and beyond.

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contents

008 Lifestyle 036 Travel 070 Property

010 Fashion 038 Destinations 072 Architect 012 Jewellery 048 Sierra Nevada 074 Buying & Selling 014 International Chef 050 Hotel Amanhavis 080 Los Arqueros Estates 018 Dining Out 052 Monasteries 082 Rentals 022 Motor 083 Management

024 Kids in Spain 056 Golf 086 Property Guide 028 Ticket to Ride 104 Villas 030 Health & Beauty 058 Los Arqueros 064 European Tour 066 Guide

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contributors

Susan Pedalino. Writer Susan has been living with her family in Spain for nearly five years with her 7 year old twin girls. She enjoys walking, films and travel especially around Spain. She loves reading, writing and pilates. The twins love stickers, the park, the beach and riding their bikes. Published by: Los Arqueros Estates S.L. Check out her website www.eyeonspain.com, it’s Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club growing fast and it’s full of valuable information about 29679 Benahavís, Spain life in Spain. Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com David Toms. Photographer David has built up a solid reputation as a leading Printed by: Jiménez Godoy S.A. professional in the years that he has been working in Ctra. de Alicante, Km.3. 30160 Murcia Marbella, so he is usually the photographer of choice Tel.: (+34) 968 851 650 with people looking for professional photography in the area. His professionalism and experience, Designed by: www.Qreative.es together with his natural talent are what makes David so popular, while his organised but easygoing manner make him very pleasant to work with. www.davidtomsphotography.com

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lifestyle

From fashion and photography to local dining and international chefs, we present you with a mixture of local and world-wide features.

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Hermès A lesson of good taste

Paris, 1837, Degarre develops the photographic process. The first railway line is opened, connecting Paris and Saint Germaine in Laye, and the Industrial and transport revolution will start that same year. A 27 year-old German man arrives in Paris, full of hope and work expectations. He is a visionary with great commercial flair. Nine years later he opens his first saddlery and tack business, located in Rue Basse du Rempart, in the busy Madeleine district. His name is Thierry Hermès, founder of the Hermès Empire.

In 1880, Hermès opens its famous shop in 24, Faubourg Saint Honoré. The area’s rich clientele are regular passers-by on their carriages, to the Champs Ellysses. Their business flourishes, creating optimal quality products in an ever increasing and competitive market of carriages and riding apparel. Changes in urbanism and the economy; progress, electricity, telephone... and the Hermès predecessors, with admirable foresight, had introduced a boutique with accessories. Five generations have led this remarkable House. The world is in constant change, but the philosophy and good taste of the Hermès house remains intact.

A time to relax and enjoy the long summer days, and starry nights. Hermès adapts their classical accessories to suit a leisurely pace. Enjoy a walk, collect some flowers, and let the stress disappear in thin air... The best quality and tradition, for exceptional accessories. Natural textures, fine design and bright summer colours for comfortable and elegant fashion.

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Mimo Silver Beautifully hand crafted silver jewellery made onsite at the Mimo Silver work shop

Spanish born designer and co-founder Mercedes grew jewellery in Spain. In 2006 they moved the business to a up and was educated in Harrow, England. She was larger location with an in house workshop. brought up in a traditional Spanish house hold and was always interested in art and fashion as a young child Her designs range from bold and modern to clean and spent most of her time drawing and sketching. and feminine and are always unique and eye catching. Fifteen years later, her family decided it was time to They are influenced by her previous work as a graphic immigrate back to their roots and moved the family to designer and are always made with passion. She uses the southern coast of Spain, were she is now based. semi precious stones like rose and smoky quartz, mother of pearl and Venetian glass beads. Mercedes After four years of studies in art and design in Malaga, designs in mind for those who enjoy interesting she worked as a graphic designer at various local jewellery and are seeking to be a little different, she magazines and publications for 10 years, before she designs timeless pieces that can be worn forever. met her husband, Greg and co-founder of Mimo Silver. You can purchase Mimo Silver jewellery from the They decided to get involved in the silver world after showroom and workshop where Mercedes can show an inspiring trip to Mexico in 2000 and worked with you the process of how the jewellery is made. Selected local artisans who helped them design beautiful silver Mimo Silver jewellery is currently available from their jewellery for their first shop in Puerto Banus, Spain. podium sites located in 5 star hotel gift shops and The idea behind Mimo Silver was to offer original silver boutiques along the southern coast of Spain. For online jewellery with beautiful packaging to match, at an orders, please visit www.mimosilver.com. affordable price. The word Mimo is a Spanish word that means an affection, a treat, a little bit of love. Mimo Silver S.L. Calle Las Medranas 30 A, After 2 years at Marina Banus shopping centre in Puerto San Perdro Alcantara, Marbella, Malaga Spain. Banus, it was time to take total control of the design and (Next to the BP gas station on the Ronda Road). fabrication. They traveled to Taxco, Mexico where they Open Monday - Friday 10-6 (we dont close for lunch) stayed for a month and Mercedes learned from the local Tel & Fax: 0034 952 27 59 26 artisans, and then studied in Cordoba, the capital of [email protected] · www.mimosilver.com

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Pierre Hermé The Pastry King

A pastry chef like no other, it is safe to say Pierre Hermé is the king of pastry – or as fashion magazine Vogue put it, “the Picasso of Pastry”.

While most kids were playing conkers or fighting on Pierre Hermé started just as he meant to go on with the street, the 14-year old Pierre Hermé found himself his adventure of discovery following Gaston Lenôtre. working as an apprentice to Gaston Lenôtre. By the Experimentation and new discoveries eventually led age of 20, he had elevated to pastry chef status and him to earn both respect and esteem for his creativity began to investigate innovative methods for making and technical mastery. Tokyo is one of the funkiest, pastry, mastering an art form at intricate levels that trendiest and most fashionable places in the world, combined both creativity and technical skill. He is the ultimate chef provocateur – transforming his sweet treats into a fashion statement amongst the elite and flaunting his dare devil tarts across the world’s most famed catwalks…

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with art spilling from the streets and a luxury culture like no other – so in 1996, he was perfectly right to cross over to the east-side with business partner, Charles Znaty to open their very first shop, Pierre Hermé Paris®. Returning to Paris, the pair launched their first Paris shop, Salon de Thé at 72 Rue Bonaparte, Saint Germain des Prés - a literal overnight success that became a magnet for pastry connoisseurs from across the world. A second Paris shop opened in 2004 at 185 rue de Vangirard, which also housed a training workshop, created in conjunction with Ecole Ferrandi.

Pierre Hermé has essentially transformed his namesake into a luxury brand, particularly with the launch of concepts such as the “luxury convenience store” and “Chocolate Bar” in Tokyo’s Omotesando, situated alongside the likes of Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Ralph individually wrapped PH3 line deserts with a fruity Lauren. With the brand name going from strength to flavour. The king of macaroons is favoured for his – strength, the latest Pierre Hermé shop opened its doors erm macaroons of course, and it would be criminal to December last year in Shinjuku’s Isetan department miss out on his chestnut macaroon filled with cream store – an impressive, mammoth sized food hall and of candied chestnuts and smooth cream with Matcha one of the largest in the world. green tea. Dune is a pistachio dacquoise biscuit, light pistachio cream, praline with roasted corn The master of macaroons, Pierre Hermé has kernels, while Emotion Mahogany is made of stewed been responsible for taking the world of sweet litchis, stewed mangoes, coconut dacquoise biscuit, treats to levels unknown by revolutionizing pastry mascarpone cream with caramel. traditions and creating a concept both luxurious and prestigious. With his “seasonal” collections of pastries Even the names of these wonderful concoctions sound unleashed upon the catwalks, he has triggered both like those of supermodels, yet this is just what Pierre criticism and acclaim. There are however few and has wanted to achieve – to create pastries that would far between who are able to parade a bitter lemon be admired just as one would admire a diamond cut tart with such etiquette and actually get away with it! bracelet or chic dress. He has indeed achieved his goal His catwalk of cakedom includes fragrant Japanese of dressing the pastry to such an extent that one would citrus creations that infuse dark chocolate and yuzu, feel rather guilty about savouring the sumptuous flavours while other queens of the show include his Spring- that he has gone to such pains to create. Indeed Pierre Summer 1997 Ispahan – a top-selling cake of the Hermé is agent provocateur of pastry and has quite time inspired by a combination of rose petal cream, simply revolutionized perceptions of the simplest things. fresh raspberries and litchi nuts cushioned between Japan was certainly a good point from which to start two rose flavoured macaroons. Kawaii, translated to and it seems, invigorated his Ka – for drive, passion, mean cute in Japanese, became the theme for his motivation, desire, intention and spirit – allowing him to Autumn-Winter Collection in 2003 - a trio of round, continue just the way he meant to go on.

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Da Bruno ALWAYS IN SEARCH OF CULINARY EXCELLENCE

For over fifteen years the Da Bruno Restaurant Group has been known for its customer service, excellent cuisine and friendly atmosphere in their five restaurants situated in Marbella and San Pedro de Alcantara.

The Da Bruno restaurant group began operating in The five restaurants Marbella in 1994. After fifteen years of successful Another reason for their success is the strategic experience in the town of Marbella and over forty situation of the five restaurants. Pasta Da Bruno was dedicated to the restoration, Da Bruno currently has born in 1994 as a laboratory of fresh pasta in centre five restaurants located between Cabopino to San of Marbella, followed by Da Bruno a Casa (1999), a Pedro de Alcantara with a staff of over one hundred classic on the Golden Mile. Next came Da Bruno a and eighty employees, making it one of the more Cabopino (2001), Da Bruno sul Mare (2002), Da Bruno established and solid restaurant companies on the a San Pedro (2005) and most recently Da Bruno Costa del Sol. Cabopino Take Away and Delicatessen in 2008.

Gastronomy and atmosphere Philosophy and values Da Bruno is today a synonym for customer service, For Bruno and Giuseppina Filippone (pictured above) exquisite treatment and care for the presentation of “a good restaurant is much more than good cooking, all its dishes ranging from carpaccio, fresh mozzarella it is the sacred place of hospitality”. To achieve this, For more information contact: ‘alla Caprese’ or linguine with lobster. All this without both are in charge of supervising the progress of its Da Bruno Sul Mare. (+34) 952 90 33 18 forgetting the elaborate decoration of their premises restaurants in a discreet and watchful form as they care Da Bruno A Cabopino. (+34) 952 83 19 18 that maintain a consistent style and an equally for the full satisfaction of their clients. Da Bruno A San Pedro. (+34) 952 78 68 60 welcoming, familiar and friendly atmosphere. The Da Da Bruno A Casa. (+34) 952 85 75 21 Bruno chefs masterfully combine traditional recipes like Da Bruno founders Bruno and Giuseppina Filippone, have Pasta Da Bruno. (+34) 952 86 03 48 Mamma used to make with trendy culinary know-how, also given support to a variety of Marbella society events Web: www.dabruno.com hospitality and the unmistakable authenticity of its including sailing and amateur football, which are so founders, Giuseppina and Bruno Filippone. important for the daily routine of many people in Marbella.

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Opened in April 2009 on Marbella’s prestigious Golden Mile, Polo House is the creation of James Hewitt, who envisaged a place where one could enjoy fine dining with friendly, attentive service at reasonable prices in a sophisticated yet relaxed ambience.

As a consummate gourmet and having eaten in some of the world’s finest restaurants, James Hewitt always had a very clear vision of the food that he wanted to be served in Polo House; unpretentious, appetizing dishes including some English and French classics with contemporary treatment, using only the highest quality, freshest ingredients.

Executive Chef Danny Lewis understood completely the standards James was looking for and was able to transform his ideas into the present menus. Londoner Danny Lewis passed his apprenticeship under the He also wanted Polo House to be somewhere people watchful eye of Marco Pierre White, firstly at Harvey’s could feel comfortable just popping in for coffees, and then the Canteen. His culinary journey saw him cocktails or light bites from a “Chukka Tukka” menu, working at Langan’s, and with luminaries such as and even enjoy late night drinks and dancing. The Richard Corrigan, Steven Bull and Anthony Worral result is a seamless blend of all of these ideas; Thompson. Winner of the Time Out “Restaurant of the designed by internationally renowned architect Milan Year” in London, and winner again of What’s on Dubai? Varmusa, Polo House boasts two outside terraces for “Restaurant of the Year”. dining al fresco, an additional decked terrace where drinks and the Chukka Tukka menu are served and a Danny has now settled in Spain. He is passionate beautiful bar with a wonderful selection of fine spirits about food and insists on using only the freshest, and seductive cocktails served by friendly professional highest quality ingredients, such as the highly prized bar staff. There is also a relaxing lounge area with a Argan oil sourced from a small area in Morocco baby grand piano together with a classically elegant and used as the perfect complement to our Buffalo restaurant with a cool, colonial feel and even a dance Mozzarella, Peach and Proscuitto salad (Dinner Starter floor! Menu). He runs a disciplined kitchen and expects complete dedication from his international team; Staffed by a friendly, international team and with Lunch, every dish in Polo House is prepared to order with Dinner, Chukka Tukka and Sunday Lunch menus the utmost care, attention and finesse. The result is Polo House carefully constructed under the guidance of Executive beautifully balanced, considered food, with clean fresh chef Danny Lewis, Polo House offers a uniquely chic flavours presented in an elegant, appetizing style that is dining out MARBELLA style experience in Marbella. guaranteed to please the most discerning palettes.

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Classic Car Club OF ANDALUCIA

The Classic Car Club of Andalucia was formed in Club members include many names and personalities Membership to the club is limited, however good food and wines and, more important, good September 2008 in response to growing activity in the from the world of motorsport and entertainment, past qualification is simple and open to classic car company! Monthly club nights and dinners are held classic car world in southern Spain. By the end of 2009 and present. Monthly classic car runs and club-nights enthusiasts that relish driving through the beautiful at El Chaparral Golf Club, Mijas Costa, on the first the Club had gathered almost 400 members and often are the very bedrock of the club and these events are Andalucian countryside, enjoying unique restaurants Tuesday of every month. For more information visit organises as many as four events in a single month. always well supported. and visiting interesting destinations whilst savouring www.cccandalucia.com

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Holiday Activities With Children On The Costa Del Sol

There is no excuse for bored children on holiday in the Costa del Sol, as there is enough to cater for all age groups, even on the rare occasion when the sun doesn’t shine!

Written by Susan Pedalino

For younger children who still need to sit in a pushchair, If it’s animals you’re after then you might also want For thrill seekers there is Tivoli World amusement park, the Zoo in is ideal. If you don’t hire a car, to check out Selwo Marina, the Sea Life Centre, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmadena. You might fancy it is conveniently located just a two minutes walk Benalmadena and the Crocodile Park in Torremolinos. squeezing a trip to Seville during your stay, in which away from the bus and train station. It is easy to get If you’re visiting , there’s more to the Rock than case, you could visit Isla Magica amusement park. around and split into different areas of the world. The apes, there’s dolphins too! Dolphin World does a cruise restaurant food is pretty good and reasonably priced around the bay, which gives you the chance to get You can’t visit the Costa del Sol during the summer too. For older children, I would recommend Selwo close to dolphins, flying fish and occasional whales. without a day at one of the water parks. There’s Adventure Park, on the Autovia Costa del Sol Km ‘Parque Acuatico’ in Mijas, ‘Aquapark’ in Torremolinos 162,5, Estepona. It is much bigger and spread out with and ‘Bahia Park Acuatico’ in Algeciras. a real safari feel to it, but involves a lot of walking. If you are still bored after all that, try a trip in the ‘Telecabina’ in Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmadena or see the city of Malaga from one of the big open top buses, which picks up at the bus station or outside the station at El Corte Ingles.

You don’t need to spend a lot of money to show the kids a good time. As well as the obvious day at the beach (the best ones located towards and beyond Gibraltar), there are many impressive playgrounds located along the coast. Estepona has an enormous one along the promenade. Hunt around where you are staying, as good quality playgrounds are in abundance.

If you are unfortunate enough to be affected by bad weather during your stay, you don’t need to lock

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yourself up in your apartment with cable television. Estepona has a fantastic garden centre, Agro Jardin, which boasts a huge pets corner, a few farmyard animals outside and a great coffee shop with an infant’s soft play area.

For older children, you might want to try one of the for both younger and older children. All the shopping ‘Centro Comerciales’ such as Miramar, Fuengirola, La centres have a vast selection of restaurants ranging Cañada, Marbella or Marina Banus in Puerto Banus. from fast food to traditional bars. The shopping centres have multi screen cinemas often showing films in English. La Cañada has an If you are into watersports, you can’t holiday in amusement arcade with video games and a ten-pin Andalucia without a trip to Tarifa, the surf capital of bowling alley. Marina Banus is a small shopping centre Europe. Everyone is currently going mad over kite with a fantastic indoor park, Camelot Park catering surfing there, with loads of schools and ‘surfy’ shops on offer. Even if you’re not into water sports, you’ll be ‘blown away’ by Tarifa’s beaches; in fact you’ll think you’ve landed in heaven. It is the closest that you can get to beach paradise in Europe and the sea is crystal clear. However, it does get pretty windy, so be prepared. Although, it will feel a lot cooler than the Costa del Sol, you can burn very quickly.

If its night life you’re after but you haven’t brought your babysitter don’t think you’re doomed to stay in every night with little ones. During the summer, every town has a feria with a funfair, music, market, local food and a fantastic family atmosphere. They don’t really take off until very late and you see Spaniards arriving with their babies at midnight!

Weather permitting, (which it generally does) and with a little imagination and motivation to get up early whilst on your hols you can never get bored on the Costa del Sol.

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Ticket to Ride Written by Cecilia Bogaard / www.tertuliaandaluza.com

We’re not here to tell you about a song by the Beatles and Ticket to Ride is not just an average company that offers adventure sports packages. It’s actually a return trip into the very heart of nature under the watchful eye of a man who has won 47 medals in Swedish and international canoeing championships. Lars Walkler shows us that another kind of tourism is possible.

A gold in K1 and two silvers in K2 in the Scandinavian dragon boats, jet skiing, horse riding, paintballing, 4×4 Confederation which is now known as Cuenca high profile as the pharmaceutical company Novartis, Championships, fifth in the World Canoeing racing, quad biking and survival expeditions, all in the Andaluza”. His efforts clearly haven’t been in vain are requesting his services. Clients usually hear of him Championships in 1983, third in the World K4 best areas of region. Walkler has no secrets to hide because he coveys the passion that he has for what he through word-of-mouth, giving Walker an idea of how Marathon, runner-up in the World Dragon Boat Racing and if you coax him a little he begins to speak openly does to everyone who comes to visit the area with him. satisfied they are with his activities. Competition… If we were to list all 47 medals won by about those special spots he has hidden up his sleeve. this Swede, it could take a while. Walkler is now based “There are several coves surrounding the lake with “I loved the whole laissez-faire attitude of the Walkler admits that in the unlikely event that he were in Marbella and manages Ticket to Ride, a company beaches ideal for the summer,” he reveals. “On the experience. Lars let us explore. He made us feel made mayor of Istan he would change many things in dedicated to adventure sports. northern part of the lake mud appears when the water relaxed and comfortable in the kayak. And the scenery the area. One of his plans would be to “take advantage level drops and you can enjoy a fantastic mud bath”. is fantastic,” explains Zippy Chierakul from London of skills held by professionals living in the village, Walkler came to Marbella to escape the Swedish winter Even the Sky Television went there to film a special who enjoyed the route on the lake by kayak. “The and allow them to form part of small town councils”. and “so that I wouldn’t have to try and row surrounded report on the area. ”The best place for canyoning is Río majority of people that come here are foreign,” Walkler Walkler is doing his part to promote around by blocks of ice”. The climate and conditions of the Verde (GRANADA) and the Guadalmina river that goes points out. “They are looking for something different. the world, helping the Costa del Sol become known for water in Andalusia attracted him a great deal. “The through Benahavis, although they’ve recently banned People from the area hardly ever come here”. more than urban exploitation. Istan Lake is excellent for sailing,” he explains with canyoning there”. Exploring Andalusia with Walkler as enthusiasm. He took one look and decided to stay, your guide is a truly unforgettable experience. Despite this, many companies approach Ticket To Avda. Naciones Unidas buying the piece of land that gives access to the Ride when organising team-building activities for C.C. Cristamar - Local B61 Embalse de la Concepción, which also known as the It definitely wasn’t easy at first and he still has some their employees. According to Walkler, these group Puerto Banús, Marbella Istan Lake, and building a jetty to dock his canoes. way to go. The local authorities in Istan still haven’t activities can contribute to “a collective memory, happy Telephone: (+34) 952 905 082 granted him a licence to open to the public. After memories that are shared by all the members of a team Mobile: (+34) 609 517 517 Ticket to Ride offers canoeing, canyoning, climbing, three years of negotiations he finally “managed to and binds them closer together”. And it seems to work [email protected] potholing, diving, fishing, windsurfing, water skiing, get the permission I needed from the Hydrographic because an increasing number of companies, some as www.thesafarishop.com

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Keeping healthy In Spain

Written by Susan Pedalino. Photo by David Toms

Becoming ill in a foreign country is a concern for everyone, especially if you cannot understand the health system or speak the language. Although we generally take good health for granted, we need to be prepared for any unexpected health related eventuality.

Anyone who has had the misfortune of falling seriously established yourself, for less urgent problems, it ill in Spain will agree that medical facilities in Spain are would be advisable to go to a private clinic to avoid a of a very high standard. Clinics and hospitals are very long wait. clean and Spanish doctors tend to be very thorough. For tourists and non-residents, form EHIC (European Of course, the availability of services does vary from Health Insurance Cover) has replaced the old E111. locality to locality and you may need to travel to a The form E111 is no longer valid. You can apply online neighbouring town or city for treatment. at www.dh.gov.uk/travellers. Have a photocopy of your EHIC ready to show the doctor the original and hand in In an emergency look for the urgencias (emergency) the copy. You will find lots of information on health for section of the nearest hospital. Before you have travellers on the site mentioned above.

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Farmacias (Chemists) in Spain are also excellent as a office of the Instituto Nacional de la Seguridad Social. first port of call as they are very informative and you Protecting your skin can usually buy a lot more over the counter than you Pensioners and those on incapacity benefit should do can in the UK Many people relocating to Spain are on as above but with form E-121. From Premature Ageing Whilst Living In The Sun a budget until they establish themselves. For them, the big question on their mind is: The Flying Doctors - Helicopteros Sanitarios Written by Susan Pedalino

Am I Entitled to Free Health Care? Helicopteros Sanitarios is an invaluable service for those with a home on the Costa del Sol. It is a 24 hour A tan makes you feel healthier, slimmer and more attractive. Whether, this perception of Spain’s public health service is known as the Instituto call out service available to members only. Seniors and vitality associated with tanned skin is based on society and media attitude is debatable. Nacional de la Salud (INSALUD). If you make Spanish parents of young children really appreciate the service, social security contributions via your employment or with its team of fully trained doctors that efficiently

your business you and your family are entitled to the perform house calls after your quick phone call to their However, when living in Spain it is easy to forget just To prevent your skin from appearing old and unhealthy, same free health care as a Spanish National. Once Puerto Banus centre. how much sun exposure we receive on a daily basis. simply protect yourself from the sun by: you register to pay Social Security, you will become a Generally, northern European skin is not equipped to member of INSALUD. You will be provided with a social Helicopteros Sanitarios is excellent value for money deal with such quantities of exposure. You just need Stay out of the sun between 10 AM and 4 PM security card (tarjeta) and be assigned a doctor. and there are different schemes available. Cover for to take a walk around Marbella’s, Puerto Banus to Apply sunscreen on a daily basis an entire family of four is around 250 Euros per annum instantly spot the expat women who have spent the Cover exposed skin: wear a broad-brimmed hat and For more information on Social Security contact the with an unlimited number of callouts. For membership last twenty years sunbathing constantly. Many of them sunglasses. Instituto Nacional de la Seguridad Social www.seg- details call (+34) 952 897 347. I should point out attempt to patch their faces up with face lifts and the Always seek the shade. social.es (there is a page available in English). that despite their name; they generally turn up in an equivalent but the truth is you can’t turn back time and I know that you’ve heard it and read it a thousand times ambulance as opposed to an aircraft! sun damage is difficult to repair to its original state. before, but it doesn’t hurt to be reminded. The Spanish If you are an EU National and have made contributions sun is powerful especially in the summer months. Don’t to your home Social Security scheme for two years Private Health Care We all know that the sun ages, so why persist with go mad and toast yourself, there’s no rush, it’s not prior to your arrival in Spain, you may be entitled to damaging our skin? We have to remind ourselves that going anywhere. If you follow the basics above that you public health cover in Spain for a limited period dating Those of you who have visited the Costa del Sol the tan is temporary and fades in the winter, even when already know, you will be thankful in the future! from your last payment at home. In order to qualify for recently will have noticed the impressive new hospital you are living in Spain. Also, ask yourself if you really this, you need to take Form E-106 (pick this up at your building ‘Hospiten’ whilst driving along the N-340 in want to spend the last thirty years of your life with local Social Security branch) to the local provincial Estepona. prune skin.

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Visit their website to find out more and to locate your nearest Bio Sculpture salon and next time you This year, it’s not about what clothes or golf shoes you play you’ll be sure to wow your girlfriends with your wear, it’s all about what you’re wearing on your nails! fabulous nails. Hole-in-one! For more information, please visit www.biosculpture.es or call 952 663 602 Bio Sculpture is the latest must-have nail care product. Instead of painting on varnish that will simply chip the moment you reach for your driver, Bio Sculpture Gel is applied in liquid form over the natural nails and is then cured under UV light to give a strong, durable finish that won’t chip no matter how many holes you play. The main difference of Bio Sculpture Gel is that it is a nail treatment; your natural nails are being strengthened and cared for underneath. What’s more the Bio Sculpture Gel comes in such a wide range of colours and finishes that you are sure to find something to add some spice to your golf day and get people talking all the way to the clubhouse. Best still, because Bio Gel is strong and long-lasting, your nails will continue to look great for weeks allowing you to focus on what’s really important; your game!

34 losarqueroslife losarqueroslife Caffreys Irish Bar and Restaurant travel

A look at some of our favourite travel destinations, a broad selection of varying and distinct amorous locations, each providing exquisite surroundings and innumerable memories.

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Machu Picchu, Perú Road To Mandalay

Machu Picchu is a paradise for the adventurous Once at the site itself, a stay at the Machu Picchu Rather than a destination, this is a great romantic traveller who likes to venture off the beaten track. The Sanctuary Lodge makes the perfect base to totally adventure. Myanmar offers a view into authentic South- phenomenally beautiful and surprising pre-Columbian immerse oneself in exploring this astonishing site East Asia before its contact with western cultures. Inca site offers a totally unique and impressive and culture. It is the only hotel located adjacent to Unfortunately this comes at the price of a dictatorship experience for visitors. The Lost City Of The Incas the heritage site and allows you to enjoy its amazing and the decision whether to visit, or not, is best left fuels images of a strangely mystical civilization of great sunrises and moonlit nights. As a romantic trip goes, to each individual. What cannot be denied is that knowledge that perfectly knew how to interact with this particular Andean adventure offers endless Myanmar offers some of the most unspoilt, genuine their hostile environment. possibilities for spending unforgettable and other and unrivalled cultural heritage anywhere in Asia set worldly moments. amongst beautiful landscapes. Peru Rail, run by the Orient Express, provides the most refined way of getting there. One of the world’s highest railways, it offers breathtaking views of the Andes as it takes you through scenery and places that would otherwise be missed. Starting in the beautiful city of Cuzco you can ascend to Machu Picchu in elegant style and comfort.

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Bora Bora Ulusaba Private Game Reserve La Mamounia

Owned and run by Sir Richard Branson, the Ulusaba Marrakech, the Red City and home to the Moroccan Private Game Reserve offers the best of Big Five Royal Dynasty, a city of vivid colours, beautiful wildlife set in the peace and tranquillity of the bushveld. architecture, astounding Riads, the largest souk in It also provides elegantly refined comforts back at the country and quite possible the busiest square you the exquisite lodge. Located in the heart of the Sabi will ever see. The town provides the perfect backdrop Sands game reserve in Mpumalanga province, Ulusaba for romance with its permanent sensations of Arabian exudes astounding African beauty with its unspoilt exoticism inspired by a beautifully aesthetic and and perfectly preserved bush topped by the majestic refined culture. Drakensberg mountains looming afar. The panoramic views and the endless African sky are richly sensuous. The Mamounia Palace is a legend, set amongst exquisitely designed traditional gardens and located As this is a private reserve, activities such as 4x4 within the 12th century ochre ramparts of the medina, viewing safaris, bush walking, bush dinners and it is a place steeped in history. The entire building This is quite possibly the world’s most majestic beach traditional bungalows set above the glistening waters, stargazing can be enjoyed with real proximity to the exudes the harmonious tranquillity of Moorish location. Set in a beautiful lagoon of azure waters in each with private deck and steps down to the lagoon. natural habitat and with great intimacy. It is a truly architecture, from the reception rooms to every little the Bora Bora island of French Polynesia it perfectly Marine life abounds all around you and can be viewed memorable and moving experience. The lodge is a detail in the suites. The hotel also manages to offer incarnates the dream tropical island with its warm through sections of transparent flooring. boutique hotel of exceptional quality; the decoration modern facilities without ever losing anything of its waters, coral reefs and lush green vegetation. is purely African, modern and refined and integrates mystical charm and aura. The restaurant offers some The resort offers exquisite French Polynesian cuisine harmoniously with the environment and landscape. The of the finest cuisine in the country served in the regal Built upon the extinct Motu Toopua volcano, the Bora to tantalize the taste buds and a spa for relaxing after food is of gourmet standard and the hotel also offers a banquet room. For those that dream of luxuriant and Bora Laguna Resort and Spa is a private paradise that a hard day doing very little. This is the perfect romantic spa to help you unwind. This is the perfect destination sensual Arabian nights, this is the perfect location to allows you to savour Polynesia’s endlessly sensuous location to loose oneself in another person’s company for those romantics who seek the wild, adventurous, spend that one especially romantic night amongst a possibilities. Accommodation is in simple, elegant, whilst enjoying the simple and sensual things in life. powerfully evocative and sensual side of Africa. thousand others.

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Ice Hotel, Lapland Hotel de Crillon, Paris

Paris, the romantic destination par excellence, a city where love is stylized, artistic, suave and sophisticated. The city’s architectural grandeur is a constant testimony of how the human soul can inspire and attain beauty. Activities range from dining in some of the world’s best restaurants, visiting incredible museums, strolling along the impeccably designed Boulevards, sipping coffee on a terrace in Saint Germain or enjoying the stylish nightlife.

Few places in the city can compete in romantic terms with the Hotel de Crillon. Dominating the Place De La Concorde it offers some of the city’s finest views; the Eiffel tower glistens in the distance, the Louvre and Tuileries gardens are adjacent as are the Champs Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe. It is also just a stones throw away from the wonderful shopping of the Faubourg Saint-Honoré.

The Ice Hotel offers quite possibly one of the most with the quite fantastic appeal of sleeping on ice that surreal experiences anywhere. Each year, the icy awakens something deeply dormant and ancestral establishment in Jukkasjärvi in Swedish Lapland is within us. Each suite has a different theme and you can completely rebuilt by a team of artists and specialists. also enjoy warming drinks in the imposing ice bar. Not only does it offer the possibility to sleep in the world’s most extravagant igloo, but it also provides Travelling by snowmobile or on dog sleds, the Ice Hotel some amazing possibilities for amorous arctic organizes excursions and “safaris” into the frozen The establishment itself is rich in history and culture adventures. wilderness where you can even camp or dine in the and is one of the oldest luxury hotels in the world. outdoors. The most surprising aspect is the amazing Everything exudes period opulence and refinement A stay in this ephemeral work of ice-sculpture art quality of arctic food that is a feast for the palate. This with its different marbles, chandeliers, 17th and 18th means sleeping at –5° degrees on a bed of ice covered is the ideal location for snuggling up close to someone century tapestries, fine sculptures and Louis XVI with reindeer skins. Luckily the hotel also has an you cherish. If you are really lucky, the incredible chests. A stay here gives the visitor the epitome of adjacent “warm” area where you can enjoy modern Northern Lights may perform their tantalizing dance the refined Parisian experience where love, luxury and facilities and a great sauna. Nothing can compare across the sky. lights intermingle in one long, last tango.

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Skiing In Sierra Nevada

Many people only associate Spain with sand and sun and are surprised to find that Spain also offers a wide range of winter sports. Spain’s number one location for winter sports, the Sierra Nevada is located just two hours away from the Costa del Sol.

Located above Granada, it has the best snow and the Belt, 1 rope drag). The ski resort is open from 9am longest season in the country. Sierra Nevada defies to 5pm although you can ski at night on Saturdays many concepts associated with skiing, it has practically and bank holidays from 19.00 to 21.30hrs (subject to guaranteed sunshine, the best spring snow conditions weather /snow conditions). Night skiing was introduced in Europe, and is still reasonably priced compared to in 1994 with lighting along the El Rio slope (3km/545 many of its European counterparts. vertical drops).

One can look forward to five months of snow. Sierra The snowboard park contains a half-pipe, full range Nevada has 94.8 kilometres (inc. Snowboard Park) of jumps & rails and small lift. 1 Mini-Park. The runs with over 103 runs. There are 27 lifts (2 Gondolas; 14 include: 16 Green runs, 36 Blue runs, 42 Red runs Chairlifts (6 Detachable); 2 T-bar drag lifts; 8 Conveyer and 9 Black runs. The longest run is El Aguila a 5.9

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The Golden Mile, arguably the most prestigious address in the whole of mainland Spain. A select stretch of coastline from whence the

Marbella tourism phenomenon first emanated. First came the exquisite Marbella Club Hotel conceived by legendary socialite Prince Alfonso

de Hohenlohe, then the fine Puente Romano Hotel and latterly a handful of other five star establishments. Soft sandy beaches on one side,

an imposing backdrop of mountains on the other and just a stone’s throw from the vibrant marina of Puerto Banús, this is the ‘place to be’.

Pradollano - The resort village

Sierra Nevada’s village area with its alpine-style buildings, offers a variety of services, one of the village’s most important features is the four-storey underground parking complex with a capacity of 2,880 La Solana occupies a special piece of this hallowed ground. A select development of four spacious apartments and one striking penthouse kms run. There is also a 4 kilometre Cross Country Ski vehicles. contained within an established residential community of just 24 pastel coloured townhouses. Undoubtedly the address is an asset in itself, circuit. The resort has a vast number of Snow making but the views are among the best you’ll ever chance upon. Remarkably even the ground floor apartments have impressive sea or mountain canons which can create over 32kms of piste which The resort offers (with more each year) quality views, but the penthouses offer a real feast for the eyes, with uninterrupted views to the Port of Banús and Gibraltar and Africa beyond. can extend the season. apartments and hotels in a range of categories which include Jacuzzi, squash, workout areas, sauna and As one of Europe’s highest resorts it has a typically indoor swimming pools. Should you need it there is a long season, traditionally opening at the end of fully equipped Medical Centre is situated to the left of November and running through to the end of April or the Telecabina Al-Andalus, and down the stairs. There even into the first week of May. Sierra Nevada literally is a pharmacy in the main square, opposite the ski means “Snowy Mountain Range”, and it includes pass ticket offices. The ski schools of which there are some of the highest peaks in Europe, not to mention many offer lessons to all abilities in many languages. the highest concentration of peaks over 3,000m in the country. The Mulhacen at 3,482m is the Iberian There are a number of super markets located Peninsula’s highest. throughout the resort, although you will find the ones in the area of the main square offer the best selections. La Solana is translated as a ‘sun trap’ and every measure has been taken to make the properties exactly that. The owners will also enjoy The Sierra Nevada ski resort offers its visitors a wide maximum natural light inside from the many windows and light paintwork. Attention to detail is evident throughout; wrought iron hinges, and ever expanding range of facilities as well as a ski There are also shops, night clubs, pubs and bars, rustic style wooden window frames, shutters and wardrobe doors and feature stone fireplace in the lounge. You benefit from the security terrain to suit skiers and boarders of all standards. discotheques etc., banks with ATM´s, sports and of being within a gated community and a refreshing freeform pool surrounded by manicured gardens and tall pines giving dappled shade. fashion boutiques, gift shops, magazine and Families will enjoy quality accommodation and newspaper kiosks, ski rental, photo-developing children’s facilities such as the recently developed Mirlo services, hairdressers, car rental, taxi service and a Blanco recreation zone, for those that do not want to village bus. ski, with activities including Ski Bike, Inner Tubing, Ice Skating and the new “Roller-Sled”. The approach to the village is by good well sign posted road which winds up the mountain from Granada. The The Sierra Nevada offers two crčche’s 1at “Snow road is open most of the year however you may need Garden” in Borreguiles the main ski area the other at snow chains at times (it is worth checking be for you the base of the Al Andalus Gondola in the village both drive up). The Guardia Civil (Traffic Police) do put traffic SALES & RENTALS are well-run establishments with fully trained staff to control points in during bad weather, you will be turned look after children up to seven years old. round if you don’t have chains. For more information Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 · [email protected] · www.lasolanadenagueles.com

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Amanhavís HOTEL & RESTAURANT

Tucked away in the Moorish mountain village of Benahavis is the Hotel Amanhavis. A small rustic, yet elegant world of great smiles, warm welcomes, refined service and a true andalucian feel awaits you at Amanhavis. The true feeling of being far away, yet you are at home away from home.

With a climate of nearly 320 sunny days in a year, visitors can enjoy the beautiful countryside of small a Andalucean villages nestled on green mountain slopes. Only a few kilometers away, you reach the world class resorts of Marbella and Puerto Banus, which are only minutes away from Amanhavis’ doorstep. Enjoy and relax at the mountain jewel of Amanhavis.

Amanhavis Restaurant is a rustic, yet elegant Restaurant, specializing in serving Creative . Daily, the Chef goes to the surrounding markets finding what is fresh and in season to create six daily changing menus. Hence guests can choose from six starters, eight main courses and four desserts. The atmosphere is similar to a very cozy living room, where you will feel at home and get pleasure from a truly wonderful cuisine and evening. In summer time you can enjoy the peaceful sunset sitting at the terrace surrounding the swimming pool.

Leslie & Burkhard Weber Amanhavis Hotel & Restaurant Calle Pilar 3, E - 29679 Benahavis, Málaga Costa del Sol, España (Spain) Phone: 0034-952-85-5620 | Fax: 0034-952-85-6151 www.amanhavis.com

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Converted Monasteries

Spain is a beautiful and enigmatic country carved with contrasting landscapes, distinct regional differences and a passionate energy for life. At the same time, it is an emerald land encrusted with monasteries that are like gems from the past.

Each has been lovingly resorted to tell tales of times gone by, offering an enigmatic experience for those looking for a little more than the materialistic values of a five star hotel. We take a look at four distinctive monasteries dotted throughout the land and discover the joy of stepping back in time and enjoying an experience that fuses the luxuriously eloquent with the historically profound.

Piercing the heart of Extremadura is the incredible 16th century monastery, Rocamador situated between the Monsalud Mountains and Extremaduran meadows. The majestic grace with which she rises adds for dramatic effect. Originally the residence of San Pedro de Alcantara, Rocamado was later converted into an infirmary for monks of the Franciscan province

and centre for philosophical studies. In the evening, Bringing the eloquence of luxury together with a this heavenly paradise, as it sits within rolling green respect for the traditions of the past is emblematic meadows, is gently lit, revealing the total tranquillity Casa del Abad in Ampudia near Palencia. Dating that engulfs it. Embracing a philosophy of life with large back to the 17th century, there are today about 1000 scenic spaces, incredible gastronomy and delightful inhabitants in the village with an economy dependent natural essences, Rocamador is eloquently adorned upon agriculture. The castle itself has become a with luscious fabrics and furniture, which combine with military museum and one of the most prestigious rustic terracotta and stone. An exquisite spirit and Spanish fortresses. Original features of wrought iron charm exists behind these historic walls with views out doors and adobe and stone walls remain while the rest to a unique landscape dotted with oaks. Restoration is of the building has been refurbished to offer a superb impressive with ancient ancillary buildings transformed combination of ancient and modern styles. A total into thirty bohemian rooms. of 24 guest rooms with elaborate yet simplistic décor

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Bringing the eloquence of luxury together with a respect for the traditions of the past is emblematic Casa del Abad in Ampudia near Palencia.

and a Michelin star restaurant will greet guests. The Incredibly relaxing, Convento de La Parra, located half building itself was originally the residence of the Abbot way between Madrid and Seville, was built in 1673 Church of San Miguel de Ampudia and later acquired as a convent of the Order of Santa Clara and used by by Don Diego Garcia de Tovar. Full of the splendour of the Clarisa order of nuns until 1979. Today it stands antiquities, its most spectacular feature is the six metre as a delightful converted guest house with a unique high vault at the entrance and the small chapel where ambience of peace and tranquillity. The convent is Abbot fulfilled his religious office. surrounded by grapevines, olive trees, oregano, thyme and orchards of orange, lemon, fig and pomegranate. Aragon’s Monasterio de Piedra in the Zaragoza province, Maintaining the enigma of the past with its vaults, otherwise translated as Monastery of the Rock, has cloister and furnishings of stone, wood, iron and been converted into a hotel and park complex. Declared terracotta, it is easy enough to forget the outside world. a National Historic-Artistic Monument in 1983, it has It is wise to completely abandon the materialism of the been converted from an old Arab castle and donated modern world before entering the confines of La Parra to the monks in 1194 by Alonso II el Casto and his wife, as there will be no televisions, DVD players or stereos Lady Sancha. Spilling with history, the construction in the bedrooms. Instead, a rather extensive library of the monastery spans three eras: The 13th century and ample number of board games. All 21 rooms are Gothic stage, Renaissance Gothic of the 16th century constructed in two phases with the old cells in the and Classical Baroque of the 18th century. From the south wing divided over two floors and the second magnificent cloisters to the beautiful chapter house that floor of the north wing housing two suites, four special became a vital centre of monastic life, there are many doubles and three double rooms. profound features to this beautiful building. Stunning natural beauty features in the lush emerald gardens Monasteries and convents of Spain are countless. that surround the monastery with waterfalls, mosses Bringing the enigma of the past to life, these converted and barren wilderness. Look out for one of the most buildings of history are a simply delightful way to dramatic of waterfalls, known as Horsetail (Cola de understand and appreciate history, while keeping the Caballo) which stands at fifty metres in length. spirit of the past alive.

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Building a set of Miura golf clubs to Katsuhiro Miura’s exacting standards requires a master craftsmen, and David Poulton PGA, based at Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club is the only authorized dealer on the Costa del Sol able to do so. For more information call David on: (+34) 685 990 138.

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Opened in 1991, Los Arqueros is a challenging par-71, The thinking behind the design of Los Arqueros Golf 18-hole course designed by the Spaniard Severiano was to lay out a course which closely followed the Los Arqueros Ballesteros. Considered one of the best players in the contours of the land and was in harmony with the world, Seve has used his know-how and prestige to natural setting. It is an idea which Seve exploited to golf & country club create some 30 golf courses all over the world. the maximum when designing the front and back nine holes, each with its own distinct personality. The sleek green fairways of Los Arqueros Golf & Country The result is a course which presents a challenge for Club are cradled in the rugged Sierras of Ronda. This the experienced golfer and is a real test of skill for Set among steep mountains, the impeccable fairways of Los Arqueros spectacular mountain setting where the eagle and beginners. Golf & Country Club merge with the spectacular surrounding scenery, vulture soar, provide players too with a birds eye view affording the golfers exceptional views over the Mediterranean. across the Mediterranean and beyond to Africa on a The course demands accurate play, especially on some clear day. All this beauty is concentrated in Marbella’s of the tighter fairways where even big hitters may be famous Golf Valley and just 10 minutes from Puerto advised to play a shorter iron or wood off the tee for Banus, haunt of millionaires, celebrities and the jet set. greater precision.

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Thls is a challenging course which needs to be However Los Arqueros’s directors do not believe ISO 14001 Thls achievement is hardly surprising given for visiting golfers and country club residents of all approached with caution if you want to play to your in standing still, and in order to retain its excellent Tayior Woodrow’s overall policy of incorporating a nationalities who come not only to play golf but also . The great third hole with a lake on the left of reputation improvements to the course are always general environmental management system in order to to savour that special outdoor lifestyle which is all the fairway and wide bunkers dotting the right, needs ongoing under the technical guidance of the Seve respect nature and comply with all standing regulations. about enjoying the sunshine and the country air over a careful strategy to avoid an unhappy end. Ballesteros organisation. These efforts were rewarded The idea of an Environmental Management System chilled beer and a dish of paella perhaps in congenial when the club was granted the ISO 14001 Environmental (SGMA) first emerged in The Netherlands in 1985, and company. Likewise visitors who wish to experience the But the sixth hole is the most difficult and the longest. Management System certificate at the end of 2003 is currently firmly observed all over the world. However pleasure of living in the incomparable setting of Los Crucial decisions must be taken right from the tee shot. This official recognition has made Los Arqueros Golf its application is still voluntary to prevent and to remedy Arqueros Golf & Country Club will find a large selection Watch out for the eighth hole in particular which is a a the first golf course on the Costa dei Sol, the second real and potential environmental problems. After the of possibilities to choose from among plots, villas, long par five with a hazardous deep out off bounds, a In Andalusia and the fourth in all of Spaln to obtain the challenge of the course, the “nineteenth hole” at Los apartments and semi-detached townhouses. dogleg to the right an abrupt descent to the green, and Arqueros is a welcome sight. The panoramic terrace finally a creek to cross to reach the pin. is built into the hillside overlooking the first tee and the 18th green and it is revitalising merely to have a drink The 13th is a beautiful hole, with an elevated tee which in the breathtaking views to the horizon which describe requires a powerful but precise drive to the drop zone a perfect blue parabola where the sky meets the flanked by bunkers and which requires some thought If Mediterranean. par ls to be saved. As well as a bar and restaurant there is a pro shop, Los Arqueros Golf (proprietor Taylor Woodrow de gymnasium and sauna, squash. tennis and paddle Espana S.A) is unique and its design is very different tennis courts’ putting and chipping greens as well from the majority of courses on the Costa Dec Sol. as a driving range. The clubhouse is a meeting place

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LOS ARQUEROS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Competitions Calendar 2010

Jan. Day Competitions Apr. Day Competitions Jul. Day Competitions Oct. Day Competitions 5 Tue Men’s weekly 1 Thu Ladies’ weekly 1 Thu Ladies’ weekly 5 Tue Men´s weekly 7 Thu Ladies’ weekly 6 Tue Men’s weekly 6 Tue Men’s weekly 7 Thu Ladies´ weekly 12 Tue Men’s weekly 8 Thu Ladies’ weekly 8 Thu Ladies’ weekly 12 Tue Men´s weekly 14 Thu Ladies’ weekly 13 Tue Men’s weekly 13 Tue Men’s weekly 14 Thu Ladies´ weekly 19 Tue Men’s weekly 15 Thu Ladies’ weekly 15 Thu Ladies’ weekly 19 Tue Men´s weekly 21 Thu Ladies’ weekly 20 Tue Men’s weekly 20 Tue Men’s weekly 21 Thu Ladies´ weekly 24 Sun Monthly mixed 22 Thu Ladies’ weekly 22 Thu Ladies´ weekly 26 Tue Men´s weekly 26 Tue Men’s weekly 25 Sun Monthly mixed 25 Sun Monthly mixed 28 Thu Ladies´ weekly 28 Thu Ladies’ weekly 27 Tue Men’s weekly 27 Tue Men’s weekly 31 Sun Monthly mixed 30 Sat PRO-AM Andalucía APGA 29 Thu Ladies’ weekly 29 Thu Ladies´ weekly 31 Sun PRO-AM Andalucía APGA Nov. Day Competitions May Day Competitions Aug. Day Competitions 2 Tue Men’s weekly Feb. Day Competitions 2 Sun Circuito “El Corte Inglés” 3 Tue Men´s weekly 4 Thu Ladies’ weekly 2 Tue Men’s weekly 4 Tue Men’s weekly 5 Thu Ladies´ weekly 9 Tue Men’s weekly 4 Thu Ladies’ weekly 6 Thu Ladies’ weekly 10 Tue Men´s weekly 11 Thu Ladies’ weekly 9 Tue Men’s weekly 11 Tue Men’s weekly 12 Thu Ladies´ weekly 16 Tue Men’s weekly 11 Thu Ladies’ weekly 13 Thu Ladies’ weekly 17 Tue Men´s weekly 18 Thu Ladies’ weekly 16 Tue Men’s weekly 18 Tue Men´s weekly 19 Thu Ladies´ weekly 20 Sat CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 18 Thu Ladies’ weekly 20 Thu Ladies’ weekly 24 Tue Men´s weekly 21 Sun CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 23 Tue Men’s weekly 25 Tue Men’s weekly 26 Thu Ladies´ weekly 23 Tue Men’s weekly 25 Thu Ladies’ weekly 27 Thu Ladies’ weekly 29 Sun Monthly mixed 25 Thu Ladies´ weekly 28 Sun Monthly mixed 30 Sun Monthly mixed 31 Tue Men´s weekly 28 Sun Monthly mixed 30 Tue Men’s weekly Mar. Day Competitions Jun. Day Competitions Sep. Day Competitions 2 Tue Men’s weekly 1 Tue Men’s weekly 2 Thu Ladies´ weekly Dec. Day Competitions 4 Thu Ladies’ weekly 3 Thu Ladies’ weekly 7 Tue Men´s weekly 2 Thu Ladies’ weekly 9 Tue Men’s weekly 4 Fri Torneo Restaurante Los Arqueros 9 Thu Ladies´ weekly 7 Tue Men’s weekly 11 Thu Ladies’ weekly 8 Tue Men’s weekly 13 Tue Men´s weekly 9 Thu Ladies’ weekly 16 Tue Men’s weekly 10 Thu Ladies’ weekly 16 Thu Ladies´ weekly 12 Sun TORNEO FUNDASPANDEM 18 Thu Ladies’ weekly 15 Tue Men’s weekly 21 Tue Men´s weekly 14 Tue Men’s weekly 23 Tue Men’s weekly 17 Thu Ladies’ weekly 23 Thu Ladies´ weekly 16 Thu Ladies’ weekly 25 Thu Ladies’ weekly 22 Tue Men’s weekly 26 Sun Monthly mixed 19 Sun TORNEO DE NAVIDAD 28 Sun Monthly mixed 24 Thu Ladies´ weekly 28 Tue Men´s weekly 21 Tue Men’s weekly 30 Tue Men’s weekly 25 Fri Mixed Interclub Challenge 30 Thu Ladies´ weekly 23 Thu Ladies’ weekly 27 Sun Monthly mixed 28 Tue Men’s weekly 29 Tue Men´s weekly 30 Thu Ladies’ weekly

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If you play regular golf on the Costa del Sol and are not a Parador de Malaga Golf member of GOLF the COSTA, you’re throwing money away. Host to the Open de Andalucia. 25-28 March, 2010. By far the oldest course on the Coast and inaugurated Discounted green fes (up to 35% off) · Recognition from by the Spanish Royal Family in 1925. Now consisting of over 50 golf courses · Restaurant specials · Members offers 27 holes, the original 18 holes were designed by Tom Weekly Roll-Ups · Various Leagues for all standards · Regular Simpson, of Muirhead and Turnberry fame. An easy to Tournaments · Corporately sponsored events walk course, although it is a long one, flat, a mixture of , seawater lagoons and park land, suitable for all levels of golfers.

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Real Club de Golf de Sevilla

Host to the Spanish Open. 29 April - 2 May, 2010. Designed by José María Olazábal, this course is an excellent venue for any high level competition. Wide fairways sown with Bermuda grass, undulating Pencross greens, very well dotted by 90 spectacular bunkers and www.CLARETGOLF.com 9 lakes covering more than three hectares. The course Claret Golf does all the work so clients can concentrate on golf covers an area of 61 hectares and boasts over 10,000 trees that make a pleasant and challenging round.

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Host to the Andalucia Masters. 28-31 October, 2010. Valderrama is a 6356 metres par 71 with no hole of less than championship quality but it can be fully enjoyed by players of all handicaps, thanks to the genius of Robert Trent Jones, Senior, whom many consider the leading golf architect of his day. Consistently voted as Guaranteed the lowest green fee prices · Can organise your golf itinerary one of the best courses in Europe, it has also played Caters for groups of all sizes · Builds unbeatable conference and golf packages host to the and The .

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Gibraltar Where to play golf

Over 50 golf courses can be found along the Costa del Sol, from Gibraltar to Malaga. Here is a useful listing which gives their location along with telephone contact details.

No. Course Name Telephone 26. Las Brisas 952 813 021 01. Alcaidesa Links 956 791 040 27. Aloha Golf 952 907 085 02. San Roque 956 613 030 28. La Dama de Noche (9) 952 818 150 03. Almenara 902 181 836 29. Monte Paraiso (9) 952 822 781 04. La Reserva 956 785 252 30. Rio Real 952 765 733 05. Valderrama 956 791 200 31. Santa Clara 952 850 111 06. Sotogrande 956 785 014 32. Marbella CC 952 830 500 07. La Cañada 956 794 100 33. Greenlife Golf 952 839 142 At Casas&Reformas our main target is to deliver 08. La Duquesa 952 890 725 34. Santa Maria 952 831 036 09. Doña Julia 646 105 585 35. El Soto (9) 952 852 124 the best quality. Sometimes it is really difficult to 10. Casares Costa Golf (9) 952 937 895 36. Cabopino Golf 952 850 282 make that happen at the right price. Key issues 11. Finca Cortesin 952 937 884 37. La Siesta (9) 952 933 362 for that are efficiency, good planning, professional 12. Estepona Golf 952 937 605 38. Miraflores Golf 952 931 960 staff and the best tools. 13. Valle Romano 952 800 600 39. La Noria (9) 952 587 653 14. La Resina (9) 951 278 346 40. Calanova Golf 951 170 194 Our philosophy is simple - the project rules. 15. Flamingos Golf 952 889 163 41. La Cala Resort 952 669 033 We are passionate about beautiful design and 16. El Paraiso 952 883 835 42. Santana 951 062 560 17. Atalaya Golf 952 882 812 43. El Chaparral 952 587 733 good quality which makes every project unique. 18. Guadalmina Golf 952 883 455 44. Mijas Golf 952 476 843 19. Monte Mayor 952 937 111 45. Cerrado de Aguila (9) 951 703 355 20. Marbella Club 952 889 101 46. Torrequebrada 952 442 742 21. El Higueral (9) 951 242 139 47. Benalmadena (9) 637 504 858 22. Los Arqueros 952 784 600 48. Alhaurin Golf 952 595 800 23. La Quinta 952 762 390 49. Lauro 27 Golf 952 412 767 Casas&Reformas. Apartado de Correos 490. 24. Los Naranjos 952 815 206 50. Guadalhorce 952 179 378 Cala de Mijas. 29649 Mijas Costa. Malaga 25. Magna Marbella 952 929 249 51. Parador de Malaga 951 011 120 Tel: + 34 687 407874 Email: [email protected]. C&RCASAS&REFORMAS Web: www.casasreformas.net 66 losarqueroslife especialis s nings and blin ta Lo Aw ds s

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Our property section is filled with useful information, from buying and selling a house in Spain to the architecture and various developments at Los Arqueros.

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The client profile Pablo was designing Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club around was clear, both local and foreign residents enjoying a love of golf and leisure as well as appreciating natural beauty and surroundings and being part of a close community. 15 years after that first presentation to Taylor Woodrow, Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club is nearing completion and as Pablo walks through the urbanization he feels that they managed to achieve a good balance of architecture and natural landscape.

The ethos of Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club as an urbanization was to provide a number of individual developments in the form of “villages”. To this end no two communities are the same, each has its own Pablo Liev identity. La Torre, for example, is named after and built around an ancient Andalucian look-out tower The Name Behind the Conception of which remains in place today, Las Terrazas occupies Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club an elevated position in which just over 40 properties occupy superior south/south westerly views. Los Almendros is the only townhouse development on Los Arqueros, providing a small number of homes each with private terraces or gardens.

Pablo’s team of architects has gone on to work with Taylor Woodrow on a further number of projects, including Salblanca in Marbella, in Ojén and Pictured are photographs of Pablo´s own house, Las Mimosas in Estepona as well as the Taylor Woodrow located at Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club. building in Teatinos. They have worked on hotel projects for the Aldiana Hotel in Alcaidesa and El Fuerte in El Rompido, Huelva, as well as commercial centres along the Costa del Sol. Internationally, they are currently Pablo Liev, renowned Málaga-based architect clusters of apartments in “Mediterranean Villages” in The concept of Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club working on hotel projects in Jamaica and Aruba. had a vision for a lifestyle concept which married an elevated position offering the most amazing views, was to incorporate contemporary Mediterranean contemporary Mediterranean living with dramatic while being surrounded by nature. The meeting was a architecture into the natural beauty and scenery of Pablo concludes by saying that the success of Los nature and scenery. Ten years ago Pablo, along with complete success and Pablo’s team were entrusted the location. The built environment had to integrate Arqueros Golf and Country Club is a culmination of Javier Ballester and Igor Barbovitch (Taylor Woodrow with the creation of the project. Pablo recalls,” I effortlessly into the area, so the essence was not the architectural skills, landscaping expertise and HQ)made a presentation to Taylor Woodrow about remember feeling very excited with the prospect of lost. To this end, Pablo enlisted the help of Antonio close relationships with Benahavis Town Hall and the the vision they had for a new residential urbanization being part of a large new development, especially Bazán and Agrojardin, specialists in landscaping and employees of Taylor Woodrow. He believes that the in Benahavis, near Marbella, Spain. He presented considering we were just coming out of the financial gardening, to work with his team. The aim was to try to effort of all the people who have been involved has been his ideas for an urbanization made up of villas and crisis of the early 1990’s.” make the architecture go unnoticed, “sitting naturally in for the benefit and well being of all residents, golfers and the area as though having always been there”. visitors to Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club.

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Steps in the conveyancing process when buying a property (resale)

Your solicitor will guide you through the process. Their An important issue would be to do a SEARCH ON THE Buying & Selling initial step would be to contact the vendor’s solicitor PROPERTY. The search will consist in several actions: in order to organize and clarify all the aspects and A PROPERTY IN SPAIN conditions of the purchase. At the same time your - To ask for a Certificate from the Land Registry. The solicitor will contact your mortgage lender and the Land Registry will advise of the current ownership and estate agent if you decide to buy. of any kind of debts and charges affecting the porperty.

Written by Yolanda Reque, Reque Lawyers STARTING THE LEGAL PROCESS - To check in the Town Hall that the property has the correspondent building licence and first occupancy Once your lawyer has contacted all parties they will be licence. able to start the legal process - which is to prepare and sign a RESERVATION CONTRACT in order to reserve - To check that the vendor has paid the Council tax, the property and take it off the market. Once signed the electricity & water, and community of owners. Your property is taken off the market and is reserved in your solicitor in Spain will then send a report to you detailing name(s). the results of the searches.

Frequent query: Could the vendor pull out? Yes, but OTHER ISSUES BEFORE COMPLETION they will have to pay the purchaser back the total amount paid plus another equal amount as indemnity. Once the private contract has been signed your For this reason many purchaser’s prefer to sign lawyer will have to organize all the paperwork and immediately after the PRIVATE PURCHASE CONTRACT documentation in order to sign the title deeds. (Contrato Privado de Compraventa) as a formal private contract could obligate vendor and purchaser to POWER OF ATTORNEY complete, not allowing either party to pull out. It will be needed If the purchaser can not come to sign title deeds at completion or can not come to apply for Upon signing of the private purchase contract 10% of the NIE number. (see text bellow) Power of attorney will the purchase price is paid. A formal contract should enable your lawyer to complete on your behalf without include the following: your being present. - Full description of the two parties. - Full description of the property. NIE NUMBER - Inscription number in the land registry. It is a Fiscal Identification Number for non residents and - Price of the property and stage payment details. it will be required before you can make any transaction in Spain, such as purchasing a property, a car, pay taxes Your solicitor in Spain will check that all the details are etc. NIE can be applied personally at the police station or correct within the contract. your lawyer can apply for it using the power of attorney.

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SPANISH BANK ACCOUNT TAXES You will need one in Spain as your lawyer will order direct debit for water, electricity, Community of owners As explained before, after the Notary fee is paid, and IBI tax (council tax). your lawyer will take the said deed to the local tax authorities in order to pay the TRANSFER TAX. Finally, immediately before completion your lawyer will check that there are no outstanding debts affecting As a resume: the property you are buying. I refer to the Council tax, - If you are buying a resale, the Transfer tax would be a electricity & water and community of owners. Vendor 7% of the declared purchase price. will have to provide copy of the latest receipts duly - If you are buying an off plan property (from a paid at completion. developer) you will pay 7% VAT at completion and1% Stamp Duty after completion to the local tax TITLE DEEDS authorities.

This is the magical date you have been waiting for. Final steps after completion Please note that completion must take place on a working day (Monday to Friday), principally because In order to complete the file, you lawyer will order direct money transfer cannot take place at the weekend. debit for water, electricity, community of owners and Council tax / rubbish collection into your account in On completion the balance of the price, ownership and Spain. keys of the property are exchanged. This takes place in the Public Notary’s office. A new Certificate from OTHER ANNUAL TAXES Steps in the conveyancing process when selling a property (resale) the Land Registry is requested that day to secure that no charges have appeared since the initial search was COUNCIL TAX and RUBBISH COLLECTION. This tax is done. annually paid to the Town Hall. Documentation A non-resident seller is liable for payment of a 18% INSCRIPTION OF OWNERSHIP IN THE LAND REGISTRY You should receive a letter in your post confirming the Capital Gains Tax on the profit of the sale of their amount and timescale to pay it. We suggest to order The following documents should be requested by your property. After signing the title deeds your lawyer will pay the direct debit as the Town Hall charges interests if you lawyer when putting your property up for sale. Notary fee and the transfer tax and finally register it at delay paying it. How do we calculate the profit made? the local Land Registry. Copy of the Escitura (Title Deeds) INCOME TAX Copy of the latest IBI tax receipt (council Tax). Profit willl be the difference between the total costs you The Land Registry maintains all the details of the Copy of your last Spanish Income Tax Declaration had when you bought (you can also add the costs you property and records financial charges and other It is a tax charged by the Spanish Tax Office for all Address and telephone number of the Community of have when you sell) and the selling price. matters that may affect the title. owners of properties in Spain. owners. Copies of all utility service bills. Water, electricity, gas, Costs of the purchase would be: Original purchase Registering the deed provides the highest public level Your solicitor will advise you yearly of the exact amount telephone etc. price, taxes (7% VAT, Stamp Duty, 7% Transfer tax) of protection. to pay. Capital Gains Tax. To be paid after completion. Public Notary fee, Public Registry fee, Legal fee, Real

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Property Convenyancing · Wills · Taxation · Gestoria · Litigation

Estate comission, extensions and improvements done It is recommendable for the seller/legal representative Based in Marbella, on the Costa del Sol, REQUE - LAWYERS is a highly experienced on the property and also fees and comissions paid on to find out with the Town Hall the amount of tax they Law Firm specialised in property conveyancing for overseas buyers. the sale etc. will demand. “Extensions and improvements done on the property”. Across Spain and especially in Southern Spain, your success in the complex property These should not be confused with maintenance and Fees. To be paid at completion. sector demands up-to-date understanding of the law. Our lawyers, fiscal advisors and conservation costs, as these are not deductible. In practice, there is no clear cut distinction between one Estate agencies usually charge 5% of the selling price. qualified staff will offer an excellent service in all aspects of property services. and the other.) Debts Lawyer’s fees would be around 1% of the selling price. The Spanish favourable climate and lifestyle makes the acquisition of property in Spain an excellent option whether for holidays, investment or permanent living. Before completion you are obliged to settle any outstanding debts, charges or liens which may be 3% Retention on the selling price. registered against the property. Although the buying process is no more difficult than in any other European country it can When you come to sell the property, the buyer’s lawyer be difficult for foreign buyers due to the language and the Spanish legal and tax systems. Your lawyer will have to provide at the Notary the will retain 3% of the selling price to be paid to The Tax following documents which will be incorporated to the Office. Why use a Spanish Lawyer? The property you want to purchase is in Spain. title deed: The tax office will retain this amount until Capital Gains For this reason any conflicts arising to the property will be dealt with under - Last IBI tax receipt duly paid Tax is paid. the Spanish law. It is important that your solicitor is competent in all aspects of Spanish law and of course can communicate in Spanish and English. - Certificate from the Community of Owners showing If your Capital Gains tax is lower than the 3% retained, that there are no pending debts. your lawyer will ask the tax Office to reimburse you the difference. You aso have to provide at the Notary the last water, electricity, telephone, gas etc invoices all duly paid. NOTE: The tax office will also check if you have any other pending debt such as wealth and income tax in Property Convenyancing · Wills · Taxation · Gestoria · Litigation Plusvalía Tax. To be paid after completion. which case they will also discount it also from the 3% retained. Plusvalía Tax is a Municipal Tax based on the increase Contact: of the value of the land over the years. YOLANDA REQUE - LAWYERS Ricardo Soriano 5. 3º IZQ. Marbella 29600 - Málaga - Spain Tel: 0034 - 669447532 Fax: 0034 - 951968845 78 losarqueroslife email: [email protected] www.reque-lawyers.com property los arqueros estates

Los Arqueros Estates

You have just taken the first step towards a new era in For many years we have been committed to property Real Estate for Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club. sales in Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club and also own property on site. We are now pleased to announce Los Arqueros Estates are here on site ready to serve our launch as the first and only dedicated real estate you. Our accessibility, friendliness and dedicated company only in Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club. commitment to serving our clientele is what makes us your number one choice for golf property in Los With a fantastic inventory of properties for sale we have Arqueros. something to suit most buyers, whether looking for an apartment, townhouse, villa or a plot we can help. With a combined 35 years experience, our in depth knowledge of property sales, the market and the needs For more information contact of our clients are acknowledged by our strength of Los Arqueros Estates reputation in the area. Please see testimonials for some Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 of our existing clients’ personal experiences with Los [email protected] Arqueros Estates. www. losarquerosestates.com

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Rentals with Los Arqueros Estates LOS ARQUEROS ESTATES For property owners, this means we are able to concentrate on increasing the rental potential of your property. By minimizing the vacancy period we can maximize your cash flow. Property Management

We cater for both long and short term rentals. Our portfolio contains a varying selection of properties ranging from two bedroom apartments with stunning mountain, golf and sea views to modern and contemporary multi bedroom private villas, ensuring we can accommodate your rental needs.

For more information or to discuss your rental requirements contact Philippa Stephenson. At Los Arqueros Estates we understand your property This is why we offer you our property management Telephone: (+34) 647 289 938 represents a considerable investment. Whilst being services including everything from simple key holding Email: [email protected] a source of enjoyment and ongoing pleasure for you, at 10 euros a month to full bespoke management. We your family and friends, being thousands of miles away design a service that is right for you. and maintaining a second home can become a worry as well as taking up your valuable time. Regular checks on your property means we are always aware and in communication with you and are able New Staff If you want to visit regularly then you will want your deal with problems before you arrive. holiday home to be in immaculate condition and ready for immediate use. Knowing that the property Understanding the trust involved in leaving your home Los Arqueros Estates are delighted to announce the is being opened up, aired and checked regularly by in someone else’s hands we invite you to come and arrival of Phillipa Stephenson to their team. Phillipa’s professionals can bring peace of mind. meet us and discuss your requirements. role will be primarily to develop the management and rentals arm of the business, “Los Arqueros Services”. Current and future clients of Los Arqueros Estates will benefit from our new bespoke rental and management services division.

Spanish–speaking Phillipa comes to our coast directly from the Algarve where she gained in-depth experience in all aspects of property management, and is used to dealing with anything from short holiday rentals to complete house reforms. Focussing on client satisfaction, Los Arqueros Services, with Phillipa at the helm, will be available to meet all your rental and Contact: Philippa Stephenson property management requirements. Mobile: (+34) 647 289 938 Email: [email protected]

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Testimonials Join our long list of satisfied clients

Monica and Peter “Ian Cooper and Los Arqueros Estates have been invaluable for us when we acquired our flat in Los Arqueros, they demonstrated great knowledge about the area and showed high awareness of issues important to us as buyers. Ian and his network strongly contributed to a smooth process so for these reasons we highly recommend his services.”

Bill Edwards (London) - Villa in Los Arqueros After arranging the sale of our townhouse in El Alto, Ian brokered an excellent deal for us on our new Los Julie & Tomas Van den Spiegel Arqueros villa. I have bought and sold commercial and “We are so happy to take possession of our new residential property many times in London and in Spain holiday home in Los Arqueros, we would like to thanks and the service we were given by Ian was some of the Los Arqueros Estates for their help during the buying best, we were treated to a professional service from process and the ongoing help as Phillipa project start to finish. manages work we have requested on the apartment.”

Over the last 35 years, DAIRIN DECORACION has built up extensive experience and at Marketing present has an interior design shop and its own workshop of upholstery and curtains. In order to provide a better personalized service, When you place your property for sale with an agent, we have launched two new areas: garden you expect them to market it properly in order to obtain furniture and a studio for all-round decoration in refurbishments. the best price in the quickest possible time.

DAIRIN DECORACION believes that research At Los Arqueros Estates we do everything to ensure has to be made on the space you have just that, with advertising campaigns in high quality available in order to create and design the publications, marketing our own brand in order for correct atmosphere. Apart from working with potential buyers to find your property on our website qualified staff and making a personalized follow-up the execution of the works, we use and collaborating with our network of overseas agents furniture, painting, materials and light points and hundreds of agents here on the coast. such as curtains and upholstery. We care about every detail in your home or business. The magazine you are now holding is another such example, and shows that Los Arqueros Estates is prepared to invest in new ways to put the sellers Ctra. de Ronda interests first. Pol. La Quinta no 11 A San Pedro de Alcántara Tel. +34 952 781 288 [email protected] DAIRIN DECORACION 84 losarqueroslife www.dairindecoracion.com Interior Design property los arqueros estates

Los Arqueros Estates PROPERTY GUIDE

Located just minutes from the traditional Spanish town of San Pedro de Alcantara and set amongst the foothills of Sierra de Ronda, Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club offers a combination of spectacular surrounding scenery, open spaces and exceptional views over the Mediterranean.

For more information contact Los Arqueros Estates Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www. losarquerosestates.com

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Los Arqueros is more than an urbanization, made up The Los Arqueros Club House offers: of a collection of individual “villages” each with their Bar own unique style. Apartments, town houses, villas Restaurant covered and building plots are spread around the sleek green Golf fairways of the -designed 18-hole Driving range course. High quality prevails in each of the Taylor Tennis Woodrow-built properties. High-spec kitchens, sizeable Paddel terraces, gardens and pools are just some of the Gym benefits within each. Squash Live Entertainment Whatever your taste or requirement, your needs will be met with attention to detail afforded at every opportunity. Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club, as its name suggests, provides more than a challenging course with stunning surrounds. Other great facilities, such as the tennis, paddle & squash courts, gym, driving range, Pro shop, restaurant / bar and stunning members lounge are all on site. In addition the Los Arqueros Shopping Village is in construction with grocery store and many other shops, cafes and bars planned.

With key holding at €10 a month to full bespoke management services we can offer you peace of mind.

For more information or a free consultation to discuss your requirements contact us now.

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El Alto Los Pinos

Los Pinos is one of the original Mediterranean style fully fitted kitchens with Bosch appliances, cream villages built in Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club by marble floors and hot and cold air conditioning. Taylor Woodrow. Occupying an elevated position, views Properties in Los Pinos benefit from underground extend over the 18-hole golf course to the sea beyond. parking and some with store rooms, lift access and The community is gated and the spacious two, three two communal pools, one of which is heated for year- and four bedroom apartments and penthouses boast round use.

The first development built at Los Arqueros Golf & El Alto was built in the style of a white Spanish Country Club is picturesque El Alto. As its name village and properties benefit from generous suggests, the properties occupy an elevated position proportions, sunny terraces and mature communal overlooking the 18-hole golf course, surrounding gardens. In addition some properties boast open scenery and Mediterranean Sea. Spacious town fireplaces, private garages and storage rooms. houses and apartments combine with 2 beautiful swimming pools and gardens to ensure the popularity of this community is retained.

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El Lago

EL Lago was one of the first communities development built by Taylor Woodrow on Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club. The community comprises both 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses situated over three levels. The proportions of the properties are generous and ground floor units benefit from private gardens and some penthouses boasting substantial roof top solariums.

Situated adjacent to the magnificent 18-hole golf course, El Lago is surrounded by mature gardens with two community swimming pools one of which is heated.

For more information contact Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com Las Jacarandas

Offering superb southerly views over the golf course and towards the Mediterranean Sea, Las Jacarandas is a gated community within Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club. Qualities are as would be expected from a Taylor Woodrow build and include fully fitted wardrobes, fitted kitchen with Bosch appliances and cream marble floors.

The apartments and penthouses are situated within beautiful landscaped gardens and benefit from two communal pools and a separate children’s pool. Every property has an underground parking place with optional storerooms available and there is lift access to all apartments.

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La Finca

La Finca is a very popular community within Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club consisting of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses, being just a short walk to the Clubhouse and restaurant, pro shop and driving range. Consisting of two phases all apartments have a south or south westerly aspect overlooking the established 18-hole golf course and the new 9-hole course towards the Mediterranean Sea.

La Finca, as expected, offers the high standards expected from a Taylor Woodrow build, and includes cream marble flooring throughout, fitted designer kitchen with Bosch appliances and hot and cold A/C. Set in mature landscaped gardens residential La Finca boasts two communal swimming pools.

For more information contact Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com Los Almendros

Los Almendros de Los Arqueros is the only community Los Almendros boasts two communal swimming pools within Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club made up offering stunning views over the beautiful 18- hole golf exclusively of townhouses. Constructed in 2 phases, course and the Mediterranean Sea. The community there are just thirty four properties in total, all with maintains manicured landscaped communal south or south westerly aspects. gardens and the additional security of being a gated development. The spacious townhouses have either three or four bedrooms, private terrace or garden (or both) and private garages. Built to the highest quality to be expected from Taylor Woodrow, these properties are much sought-after. Each features cream marble flooring, hot and cold A/C, designer fitted kitchens with Bosch appliances and open fireplaces in the lounge.

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Los Olivos

Los Olivos is a small gated community within Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club occupying a superior elevated position. The community is made up of two and three bedroom apartments and penthouses and some very spacious 4 bedroom duplex penthouses. Most of the properties offer magnificent views of the golf courses, surrounding mountains and Mediterranean Sea.

The apartments all have underground parking and lift access and some also have private storage rooms. Los Olivos boasts two communal swimming pools with separate children’s pools set amongst mature manicured gardens.

For more information contact Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com Los Naranjos

Comprising of only 42 apartments, Los Naranjos is one of the smaller developments in Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club, consisting of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses. The development occupies an elevated position providing good sea, golf and mountain views.

All apartments have underground parking and lift access and some also have private storerooms. The properties within Los Naranjos all boast cream marble flooring, fully fitted kitchens with Bosch appliances and hot & cold A/C.

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Las Terrazas

Providing additional privacy and security the gated community of Las Terrazas is situated uppermost in the Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club urbanization. It offers spectacular views of surrounding natural scenery and across the 18-hole course to the Mediterranean Sea beyond.

Constructed in 2005 Las Terrazas consists of three blocks of just 41 apartments and penthouses comprising two, three and four bedrooms, all with south / south westerly aspects and boasting a large community pool. The apartments all have underground car parking and lift access and some have private storerooms.

For more information contact Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com Los Balcones

Los Balcones is one of the smallest communities within Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club and is well situated close to the golf clubhouse and restaurant. The apartments and penthouses are set in a semi circle around a beautiful infinity pool providing a spectacular setting with uninterrupted views of the course, the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.

The properties in Los Balcones are built over three levels, ground floor with gardens, first floor and penthouses with roof solariums. The high qualities and specification expected with Taylor Woodrow built properties are in evidence with cream marble floors, fully fitted kitchens with Bosch appliances and hot and cold air conditioning.

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La Torre

La Torre is a gated community within Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club consisting of three phases of apartments and penthouses, each just three storeys in height. Surrounded by landscaped tropical gardens, La Torre boasts four swimming pools and views over the golf course, lake, pools and some benefiting from a sea view.

High quality specifications feature throughout with every apartment benefiting from cream marble floors, fully fitted designer kitchen and hot and cold A/C. All properties have underground car parking, lift access and in addition some have storerooms.

For more information contact Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com Los Eucaliptos

Los Eucaliptos is one of the most recent developments built by Taylor Woodrow located in the prestigious Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club. It comprises 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with luxury specifications including cream marble flooring and bathrooms and Bosch appliances in the kitchens.

Each building within the community comprises of just 6 apartments, with its own lift. Every property benefits from an underground parking space included in the sales price, with storage rooms available to purchase separately. Los Eucaliptos is surrounded by the new Severiano Ballesteros designed 9-hole golf course and boasts beautiful landscaped gardens and 2 communal swimming pools.

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Los Robles

Los Robles de Los Arqueros is one of the most including cream marble floors and luxury recent projects to be developed in Los Arqueros designer fitted kitchens. The properties have Golf & Country Club. Consisting of three storey, been built in the style of a Mediterranean village low-density apartments and penthouses, every offering magnificent views over the newly-built property has a south or south-westerly aspect 9-hole golf course towards the sea. Los Robles and benefits from a spacious terrace or garden. is set amongst beautiful landscaped gardens and offers a separated adult and children’s Los Robles is made up of either 2 or 3 bedroom swimming pool, underground garage and apartments all with high quality finishes storerooms.

For more information contact Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com

Las Encinas

One of the most recent additions to property in Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club is Las Encinas. Surrounded by a superb 9-hole golf course, the low density development comprises 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with a south east-facing aspect. Every apartment has been built to a very high specification and includes a generous terrace, ample garden or solarium with views of the golf course and Mediterranean Sea beyond.

Las Encinas also benefits from established communal gardens and swimming pool and there are external parking spaces allocated for every property.

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Whatever your property requirements we have something for you - from Villas apartments, townhouses, villas and plots to turn key villa building projects. PROPERTY GUIDE

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This property in Los Arqueros has just been listed for sale by Los Arqueros Estates, this is an This deceptive villa is offered for sale in first class condition and is beautifully furnished. An ideal house for permanent opportunity not to be missed. Now is the time to buy a villa on Los Arqueros for under 1 million euros. living or for use as a holiday home, laid out for entertaining with a number of seating areas to enjoy the peace, tranquillity Call for further details or to arrange an appointment and privacy of this exquisitely furnished home. Must be viewed to be fully appreciated.

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Ref: 99 € 1,295,000 Ref: 75 € 1,300,000

4 Bedrooms · 3 Bathrooms · Built area: 474 m2 · Plot area: 1250 m2 5 Bedrooms · 5 Bathrooms · Built area: 364 m2 · Plot area: 1134 m2 Private garden · Heated pool · New kitchen · Games room · 2 car Garage Private pool · Sea views · Underfloor Heating · Flat plot

For more information contact For more information contact Los Arqueros Estates Los Arqueros Estates Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com www.losarquerosestates.com

Built by Taylor Woodrow this villa offers a modern design in a Mediterranean style and is offered for sale exclusively by Recently finished this villa stands on a flat plot with a large garden are to the front of the property. The accommodation offers Los Arqueros Estates. Distributed over two levels plus basement, a central double height atrium and gallery overlooks the a flexible living space to suit most buyers. With features including cream marble, quality kitchen, under floor heating, lift, lounge. Outside the villa benefits from a secluded private garden, large heated pool and entertainment area. private pool and tropical garden. This villa represents good value for money and is offered for sale with vacant possession.

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Ref: 124 € 1,350,000 Ref: 59 € 1,490,000

5 Bedrooms · 5 Bathrooms 5 Bedrooms · 5 Bathrooms · Built area: 596 m2 · Plot area: 1222 m2 · Terrace area: 50 m2 Frontline golf · Modern design · Lift · West facing · Separate apartment · Garage Stunning sea views · Lutron Smart System · Internal lift · Underfloor heating

For more information contact For more information contact Los Arqueros Estates Los Arqueros Estates Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com www.losarquerosestates.com

This modern contemporary villa is listed for sale with Los Arqueros Estates and is situated frontline to the golf course This traditional looking Spanish designed exterior is complemented by a modern contemporary interior which would within the Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club resort. This stunning villa benefits from a separate apartment at garden level, delight the most discerning client. Benefiting from a hi-tech Lutron smart home system, wonderful bathrooms, large vast terraces, stunning views and privacy. bedrooms, beautiful carpentry and a modern designer kitchen. Not forgetting the best view in Los Arqueros.

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Ref: 77 € 1,495,000 Ref: 166 € 1,895,000

5 Bedrooms · 5 Bathrooms · Built area: 625 m2 · Plot area: 1725 m2 · Terrace area: 152 m2 5 Bedrooms · 5 Bathrooms · Built area: 460 m2 · Plot area: 1800 m2 · Terrace area: 150 m2 Wow factor · Under floor heating · Open log fires · Large basement · Designer kitchen Large plot · 2 Lounges · Stunning views · Infinity pool

Built on one of the larger plots in Los Arqueros and facing southwest this stunning villa is the perfect home. Entering via large antique wooden doors you will be instantly impressed. The entrance hall is vast with a cathedral ceiling, and it doubles as a formal dinning area, For more information contact leading through into the main lounge with its open log Los Arqueros Estates fire and to the left you find a small cosy snug room also Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 with log fire. Also on this level you have a guest suite [email protected] with its own access to the terrace, kitchen with service www.losarquerosestates.com entrance, guest toilet and vast covered terrace. Upstairs there are 3 double bedrooms all en suite with stunning For more information contact views to the golf course & surrounding mountains. In This stunning frontline golf villa commands outstanding views over the golf course and the Mediterranean sea beyond. Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 the basement you find 2 further spare rooms, garaging The villa is situated on a quiet street and has a large gated entrance with driveway leading down to a large double garage [email protected] for 4/5 cars, laundry room complete with A/C and LCD giving internal access to the villa. The property has 5 bedrooms en suite, 2 lounges with open fires and boasts great space www.losarquerosestates.com television and a shower room servicing the pool. outside for entertaining and enjoying the views.

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Tel. (+34) 952 764 067 · Mob. (+34) 669 430 252 · [email protected] · www.iancooperestates.com Ref: 109 € 3,950,000 Guadalpin EBC, Blvd. Principe Alfonso de Hohenlohe, Marbella, 29600 Málaga, Spain

6 Bedrooms · 6 Bathrooms · Built area: 1000 m2 · Plot area: 2000 m2 Contemporary features · Indoor pool · Sauna · Turkish bath · Cinema room · Domotic system

For more information contact Los Arqueros Estates Telephone: (+34) 952 764 067 [email protected] www.losarquerosestates.com

This fantastic new build 6 bedroom villa is set in an elevated position in Los Arqueros with views to the sea, golf and mountains. Designed in a contemporary style with many modern features, this marvellous villa is comprehensively equipped and features an indoor pool and sauna.

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