Islands that offer potential

The Cape Verde Islands represent virgin territory to many considering an overseas home. But the immense potential of these islands can now be realised.

Situated due south from the Canaries and recently made more accessible than ever before by direct flights from England, the Cape Verde Islands offer home-buying at a snip of the price of many other European destinations.

For the first time in Shrewsbury, Simply Overseas will be hosting a Cape Verde open day and seminar in its new offices and seminar suite at 13 Castle Gates on Saturday, April 12, from 10.30am until 3.30pm.

No appointments are necessary, except for the seminar itself which will need seat reservations.

All this is without obligation or pressure and it is an ideal way to find out much more about these exciting Islands.

Additionally, Simply Overseas is organising a specially accompanied inspection visit to Cape Verde departing on May 1 when the firm’s own Christopher Morris and Andrew Davies will be travelling with potential buyers. Places are limited and subject to availability.

Further information on the open day and visit to Cape Verde can be obtained from Simply Overseas on Shrewsbury 343634 or by e-mail sales@simplyoverseas.com

Under Portuguese rule since the 15th century, the 10 islands which make up this archipelago, are beset with beauty in bountiful proportions.

Now independent, but reliant on their Portuguese and African roots for governmental support, the islands are entering a period of development in response to new tourist interest.

With close economic ties to the US, EU and World Bank the local government is very supportive of foreign investment, the local currency, the Cape Verde Escudo has the benefit of being fixed to the Euro.

Surrounded by coral reefs, home to hundreds of species of exotic amphibian, the islands have crisp white sand beaches backed with tropical vegetation.

With all this on offer and some of the most staggering prices you will find when looking at foreign property, Simply Overseas think they’ve found a new piece of property paradise for you to consider.

An International Airport was built on Sal Island in 1939, making itl the gateway to the Cape Verde archipelago and the island prides itself on providing high quality tourism.

Santa Maria, the main tourist resort of Sal has been growing specifically to accommodate the tourist.

There are many things to visit in the town, including the salt pits which, although no longer in use, lie about 1km from the town and are well worth a visit and there are also some splendid beaches.

Enjoy the best of both worlds on one of our exclusive five star quality resorts, frontline to white sandy beach on one side and frontline to golf on the other.

Multiple on-site facilities including commercial centre, spa, communal pools & gymnasium, tennis courts, wine bars and restaurants and located a convenient 20 minute stroll from the centre of Santa Maria and all its beach clubs, bars and restaurants.

Dunas Beach Resort is a top quality new resort, the like of which Cape Verde has lacked.

The developers are already renowned for several successful luxury developments in other markets.

This is a low density project of 695 units, to include 67 detached villas complete with private pools and garden and one, two and three bedroom apartments, all set within lush community gardens and all with amazing tropical views.

Few locations worldwide can compete with this project in terms of quality, location, climate, and of course, price.

What is more, the island of Sal is the most visited of all the Cape Verdean Islands, so Dunas Beach Resort will enjoy outstanding profits from the surge in tourism set for the near future.

Cape Verde property development is still in its early stages and, while prices at Dunas Beach are currently at low levels, now is the time to invest.

Massive development is underway in Sal, reflecting similar growth to that experienced on the Canary Islands some 30 years ago, although building regulations are in place to prevent this idyllic location becoming another concrete jungle.

Alternatively, Tortuga Beach, again located on the prime front-line beach of Sal Island, is one of the finest developments on Cape Verde. Villas feature a stunning specification with private pools and gardens.