Monte Mayor, Benahavis, Spain

Posted on May 16, 2013 by
Monte Mayor

Monte Mayor

Monte Mayor : Hello, I’m Charles Mackenzie-Hill and a Real estate agent in Marbella Spain

As of writing this post , we are in the Middle of 2013 and coming to the end of a video blog about the building of a six bed luxury villa. For your curiosity you can  find the earlier post here  with also sorts of links and my attempt to capture the process with video. .  Please don’t ask me why! As I am  not sure myself.  Although  as an enthusiastic amateur videographer, have really enjoyed it. So for sure, will do it again.

We understand the golf course has closed for some reason that I feel best not to go into as the details are not clear. However this doesn’t seem to have affected the interest in the development. I have tried on  many occasions, to capture nice clean sound at the entrance and I have to say its very difficult due to all the coming and goings.  So there are people looking .  Bad timing , I guess?

Monte Mayor has great potential and I urge  you to take a visit and judge for yourself the future that is possible

I hope you like it as much as we do!

Hope to see you there

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Los Lomas de Magna Marbella

Posted on May 16, 2013 by
Las Lomas de Magna Marbella

Las Lomas de Magna Marbella

Have you ever thought, if only their was a property one up from a penthouse and one down from a privately owned Villa. Well, now there is that option with Los Lomas de Magna Marbella. Security is paramount and convenient living is the forefront of the designers vision. 18 spacious Villas ranging from 550 m2 living Space. With every considerable luxury possible. Situated behind the kings placeon the Golden Mile in Marbella. The development is entirely pedestrianized as you essential enter the development and follow a clever road system that takes you to your private underground parking. Ideal for car collectors as your underground parking space is huge. I say huge, what I mean, to say is, that compared to the average development with high end Penthouses. I might add, none of those concrete post that wreck havoc on your paint-work ether. The Villas themselves have internal lifts and a huge basement that can be divided into extra living spaces like, Gym, Cinema room, home/office. Or all three, as again considerable in size. Its worth mentioning also that the idea to have a community of Villas , is that you can come and go as you please, as you would an apartment. No security issues as a private villa on a secluded plot with the added bonus of a planned on site concierge service for the benefit of the owners. All very cleverly thought out, for easy stress free living. A link to some images, you will find here to one of the Villa for sale or rent. Furnish or unfurnished , the choice is yours

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Magna Manilva rentals

Posted on May 16, 2013 by
Mangna Manilva

Mangna Manilva

Re locating to Gibraltar or planning to try living in Spain near the area of Sotogrande . We now have ready a selection of family sized townhouses from 2 , three and 4 beds available to rent from now

The 4 bed as seen in the images, is furnished to the highest of standards. Completed in the year 2010. on a gated community , with four pools. Frontline corner townhouse with great views of the coast and Gibraltar
For further info please follow the link to our rentals home page

The rental price for the 4 bed is 1,250 Euros monthly

A printable flyer can be found at www.magnamanilva.es 

Thanks for reading

Charles Mackenzie-Hill 

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Things to consider for long term rentals

Posted on May 16, 2013 by
Marbella long term rentals

Marbella long term rentals

If your planning to  relocate to the Marbella area to live, work, or try out then there will be some living requirements that you might consider. Generally speaking one rarely moves to far from the initial location. What this mean is, if you try Elviria first its unlikely you will try Estepona next. So, as an example, if your planning your children’s entrance into one of the better public schools it kind of makes sense to explore living  nearby first.

On a new build , double check there is adequate funds in the system so the lifts are working. It happens and its frustrating.

Also remember that some penthouses can suffer some form of damp in winter. Its quite common, in fact, I think due to build quality, and the sheer quantity of rain when the heavens finally open. Normally a quick wipe with a sponge will take care of the problem.There is always a solution but if you have only spent the summer here on holiday then you will find the winter quite  different. A lot of people prefer it. Like us , we live in a bustling development above Marbella where local people live. So there is no quite season, or so it feels. This will be quite different on a slightly further out development , even on the golf course developments.  Where you could have occupancy as low as 15% in some months. Having said that this could be what you’re looking for.

I hope the above helps?

If you are looking for a  Marbella long rentals then we please consider our easy to understand list

Thanks for reading

Charles Mackenzie-Hill 

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Rio Real Long term rental

Posted on May 15, 2013 by
Rio Real rentals

Pueblo del Rio Marbella

Rio Real, Marbella long term rental. Apartment 304 ground floor with views of the river to the North. 2 bed and 2 baths air-conditioning hot and cold. Store room and underground parking.
This apartment is extremely well presented and due to the white furniture, apologies no pets! The Monthly rental is 650 Euros a month. If you would like to view the apartment please in the first instance send an email to charles@cmhproperties.com or call 0034-666-785-954

If you would like to see more images of the apartment please follow the link

Thanks for your interest

Charles Mackenzie-Hill 

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Let your property with us

Posted on May 14, 2013 by
Marbella long term rentals

Marbella long term rentals

We have found over the last few years with our Marbella long term rentals side of the business that many people have important questions that need answering.

Not every agency works the same way.  The thing is, it works well for us and ultimately our owners and tenants.

Below is a selection of answers to the standard questions, but please feel free to contact us anyway, and we will be very happy to have a talk with you to explain in greater detail

Long term rentals terms rentals questions and answers

CMH properties , will market the property with all the up to date marketing techniques available today .To do this properly we need our own marketing content ,so as not to infringe on any intellectual rites of outside commercial content provides

  1. Our proposed tenants will need to fill references from their current landlord and present employment.  If retired, proof of incomes
  2. We prefer to work with local Spanish professionals as in the system. Who have work contract and can provide references from at least the prior Landlord and present employer.
  3. We use a Spanish contract drawn up by a local lawyer
  4. We provide an item by item inventory backed up with photos that the tenant needs to sign.
  5. We suggest a rental period of 11 months
  6. We like to be able to enter the property every six months to check no infringement of the contract
  7. The tenant pays the owner directly by direct debit
  8. Standard money asked for in this market is 1 months deposit with 1 month rent
  9. The owner pays the community fee , bins , IBI
  10. The tenant pays the Electricity and we advise this be put in the tenant’s name. Water is very expensive to change over, so advise for reimbursement
  11. The first month we are happy to help with any snags that arise with any breakdown of household utilities included in our fee
  12. After the first month  there is a call out charge of 45 Euros for the first hour and 35 Euros after
  13. Our commission is the first months deposit due on the signing of the contract
  14. We are on hand to help with any problems should they arise throughout the tenancy up to the exit for a fee (please see 12) for clarity
  15. Should both the owner and the tenant wish to continue the contract we can renovate? Our fee for contractual renovation is equal to the full  month
  16. Exit and cross reference of the inventory is included in first months fee
  17. Two sets of Keys with 1 garage fob is best to be provided. Garage space and the use of storage needs to be clearly stated
  18. No Smoking rule ( Clearly stated)
  19. Pets Yes/No ( Clearly stated)
  20. Tenants too have their own content insurance clearly stated

Viewings are normally last minute and in unsociable hours so we do need keys

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Rent to buy Marbella

Posted on April 2, 2013 by

Marbella apartment for sale

Rent to buy an apartment in Marbella is an opportunity that has been put together buy an an owner of ours.  This sunny apartment in question is of the Andalucian type,  situated on one of the classic developments of the late 1970′s to mid 80′s.  It has 2 bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a split level main room. The apartment has a new kitchen, windows and some doors. As for the views, they are overlooking the pool then leading the eye into the mediterranean and beyond.

In meters for living  space we believe to be about 85m2

The apartment is on  the first floor with no lift , so please keep this in mind.

The property is on the Market for 170,000 Euros and can be rented for 600 Euros a month unfurnished until such time that one would like to purchase. It would be a private contract between yourself and the owner.

If you would to see some images of the apartment please follow link to the  gallery. 

The apartment is in the development of Balcon de benavista, EL Paraiso. The GPS coordinates for the apartment are: 36°28’27″ N 5°1’39″ W

The garden and community has some lovely features with running water ,  so if you happen to have 90 seconds to spare then please take a look at our video

El Paraiso is Between San Pedro and Estepona inland of the A340 so just a few minutes to the Beach. The International airport of Malaga can be reached safely in about forty minutes

The closest golf course would be El Paraiso golf and country club

We look forward to hearing from you if you would like to know more

Thanks for stopping by

Charles Mackenzie-Hill

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Los Monteros Hill Club Penthouse rental

Posted on March 17, 2013 by
Los Monteros Hill Club Penthouse rental

Los Monteros Hill Club

This property is all about the incredible views and open plan living. Spread over two floors. With  3 bed and 2.5 bath’s  covering  a total  area of 297 m2. About half  this space is half-covered terraces. The apartment also comes with 2 parking spaces and  1 storeroom

A lot care and attention has gone into furnishing this property and will provide considerable comfort.   The monthly rental as of  March 2013  is 2000 Euros per month with two months deposit.  This amount will need to be paid to the owner in advance.

Location:  Los Monteros Hill Club on the  Costa del Sol  is perched in an enviable elevated location East of Marbella.  Upon leaving the Costa del Sol Hospital exit, off the road called the A340 it is approximately 3.9 Kilometers drive up the from the coasts.

The name is synonymous with the old world renowned Hotel of Los Monteros. The sandy beaches of Bahia de Marbella is the same exit as you pass the excellent golf course of Santa Clara Golf.

Los Monteros Hill club can be reach from Malaga airport in around thirty five minuets.

The development itself, many would agree is five star with majority of the apartments enjoying panoramic views of the Mediterranean and the Marbella’s coast. The facilities on this 24h gated security community, is a spacious infinity pool with Gym/sauna and tennis court.

We may have some other Los Monteros Properties available, so please visit our landing page 

Please click on the links for our large image gallery and our  printable flyer 

Once the video review is completed you will be able to view at the Los Monteros Hill club.com video gallery

Thank you  for your time

Charles Mackenzie-Hill

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Bar to let Diana Center, Estepona

Posted on February 25, 2013 by
Diana center bar for rent

Diana center bar to let

Bar to let in the Diana center Estepona. A busy area for British expats and residents. Near to a local supermarket and other small businesses

600 Euros a month

GPS Coordinates are 36°28’7″ N 5°1’6″ W

Thanks for stopping by

Charles Mackenzie-Hill

 

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Cabo Bermejo

Posted on February 21, 2013 by
Cabo Bermejo 2 bed frontline garden apartment

Cabo Bermejo 2 bed frontline garden apartment

Cabo Bermejo in the area of Guadalmansa Playa , Estepona.  This is a quick post to introduce you to this 2 bed front-line garden apartment with an asking price is 740,000 Euros.

For the main images for this property please click on the image it’s self and  for the video please go to cabobermejo.tv

Thank you for your interest

Charles Mackenzie-Hill

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