INVESTMENT

Bulgaria is one of the newest members of the European Union, but interest in properties in Bulgaria has been around for some time. The prices of properties have been steadily rising over the past few years, with clients opting out for both investment opportunities and holiday homes in the mountains and by the sea. Bulgaria is attractive for its large tourist potential, good climate, comparatively low prices, unspoiled nature, indigenous villages, and historical sights. The country is one of the least populated in Europe, and one of the most promising tourist destinations.

Bansko is the most modern ski resort in the whole region, equipped with new gondola lift and top class ski facilities. The resort is growing fast, with municipality plans to limit development in Bansko and spread it to the nearby villages. Bansko is a picturesque town with a lot to offer - from ski and snowboard facilities, restaurants, bars and mehanas, cultural and religious landmarks to spa complexes, equestrian centres and a golf course.

WHY BUY AT CHALET KU-KU-RIAK, BANSKO

• High specifications boutique development

• Designed by an award-winning architect

• Total of 55 apartments- excellent apartment to facilities ratio

• Good rental opportunities from managed rental

• Designed according to the latest Tour Operator requirements

• Professional In-House Management and Maintenance

• Four-minute walk to the historic town centre, with many traditional restaurants and mehanas (local pubs)

• Twelve-minute walk to the Gondola

• Excellent Facilities - satellite TV, wireless internet, swimming pool, fitness, sauna, steam room, floatation tank, café/bar, restaurant/lounge, snooker room, 24-hour concierge service, security, underground parking, ski lockers, ski service room, etc.

• Panoramic hot tub on the top of the tower

• Stylish high specs Apartments

• Studios, 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments

• Apartment Prices from € 59,823 (app. £41,500)

• Designer bathrooms and open plan kitchens

• Bose pre wiring for best surround sound in all flats

• Magnificent mountain views

• Real log burning fire places in most of the apartments

WHY BUY IN BANSKO, BULGARIA

• Bulgaria is joining the European Union on 1 January 2007

• Bulgaria is a member of NATO

• The country is politically stable, with strong economic growth and growing direct foreign investment

• The area of the whole country is slightly less than that of England, but the population is less than the number of people in London

• Low cost and charters airlines fly direct into the country's airports from the UK

• Bansko is conveniently located 2 hours drive away from Sofia (Bulgaria's capital) and the Aegean coast of Greece

• Easy reach to Greece , Macedonia, Turkey and Serbia

• An Ian Woosnam Golf course is under construction 5 km away

• Bansko offers 40 miles of groomed slopes- one black, four blue, and the rest red, with more planned

• Plenty off piste and free ride opportunities

• The run from the top of the resort at 8,500 ft to the town at 3,000 ft is 10.5 miles

• The slopes are equipped with the latest lift systems and snow-making technology.

• Bansko is part of a world heritage area

• It is a year-round resort with many summer activities

• The town has a large selection of traditional, excellent value restaurants, rocking nightlife, and a selection of luxury hotels and spa facilities