Bulgaria most sought after location

The Bulgarian property market has registered a strong capital growth of 22.7 per cent in the last quarter of last year. According to Knight Frank's Global Index, Bulgaria is the hottest property investment market, outshining the Baltic states, which have become less popular.

International and Bulgarian reports show that Bulgaria has registered an increase in property deals and early investors have already reaped the rewards of this expanding economy with the trend set to soar. This demand for Bulgarian property has also propelled the design and building quality of new developments.

Various international property consultants, including Eastern European specialists Redence, advise investors to secure their investment wisely. They quote golf and skiing locations as featuring highly and to be among the most popular locations, especially with the British, who seek popular areas such as the mountain regions of Pirin, Rila and Rhodopa.

Bansko, Bulgaria's premier ski resort is now firmly established as a major skiing destination and is immensely popular with skiers and snowboarders alike.

The Balkan Jewel, offered to local investors by Balkan Property Investments, a Dhalia-led consortium of Maltese investors, is a residential complex situated in the heart of the popular Bansko region. It offers Maltese investors and holiday-makers an idyllic surrounding for a first-class property. Spread over 7,500m2 of land, this 'jewel' comprises 160 apartments and includes various amenities.

The mix of apartments includes studio, one- and two-bedroomed, most of which enjoy stunning south-facing views of the Pirin mountains and the 18-hole golf course designed by 2006 Ryder Cup captain Ian Woosnam.

A sizeable number of Maltese families and corporate firms have already secured their investment in Bulgaria through the purchase of apartments forming part of the Balkan Jewel. The good news is that this project is being handled by Maltese developers, which means that buyers can rest assured in dealing with a reputable and trustworthy organisation such as Dhalia Real Estate Services.

More information can be obtained from any Dhalia branch in Malta and Gozo, by calling 2149 0681 or by e-mailing info@dhalia.com.