THE ADDRESS Magazine Summer 2014 | Page 66

ahead of Scotland, Turkey, Ireland and the United Arab Emirates. Further proof that golf property in Portugal is a sound investment – and can be very rentable – comes in the form of the 2014 Annual Golf Tourism Report by IAGTO, the trade organisation for the global golf tourism industry. Figures drawn from the survey reveal that golf tour operators’ holiday sales grew globally by an average of 11.1% in 2013, on the back of 9.3% growth in 2012. Sales continue to forge ahead this year. Algarve real estate is some of the most affordable and sought after in Western Europe. With gorgeous beaches, crystal clear waters and glorious sunshine year-round, Algarve is a dream holiday home destination. Algarve also boasts a low crime rate, low cost of living, excellent golf courses, traditional fishing villages and authentic inland villages, all just a short flight from other European destinations. Buying a luxury golf property in Algarve is as much a lifestyle choice as an investment. 66 Captivating and absolutely perfect for a modern family lifestyle, this elegant golf villa offers stunning design, pure class and an ideal residential location in Vilamoura. A modern beauty with everlasting appeal, the stylish frontline golf property has been cleverly conceived and skilfully designed to deliver elegance and tranquillity to its owners. Blending practicality and style with aesthetics, the striking villa invites indulgence in luxury and beckons to experience serene golf living. Recently finished, the brand new villa oozes quality and style with low maintenance. The clean, modern lines are bold and purposeful, coexisting with the golf course’s natural surroundings in an honest and graphic manner. Indoor and outdoor living spaces interweave seamlessly, all perfectly scaled and detailed in elegant simplicity with a pervasive sense of serene ease. www.theaddressmagazine.com