Bansko is the place to go for snow
W hite Fir Valley in Bansko is a five-star apartment development by MSI Developments which, although launched only at the beginning of October, is selling quickly. Of the 199 luxury apartments, fewer than 100 are currently still available.
‘Bansko is the only modern ski resort in Eastern Europe,’ says Tom Holland, director of MSI Developments, ‘and it’s also a year-round resort, so it’s already a popular destination for all Eastern and Western Europeans. With a new gondola opening up more ski runs, the development of Kulino nearby and a new motorway and airport planned, the resort is poised to become a real property hotspot.’
The immediately-popular development features mainly two- and three-bedroom apartments, fully equipped with the latest communications and entertainment systems, and positioned on a prime site to take advantage of the sunshine and spectacular mountain views.
The complex has been designed with the rental market in mind, with generous accommodation, floor-to-ceiling windows and good sized balconies, a concierge service, indoor and outdoor pools, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath and spa, coffee shop, cocktail bar, restaurant, gym, convenience store, children’s playground, babysitting service, crèche and children’s activities.
‘We know the market in Bansko,’ says Holland, ‘which is why we haven’t included any studios in our development. This is a family-oriented resort and we are building apartments to appeal to them.’
As a further benefit to investors, the apartments have a ‘dual lock’ feature which enables conversion of a two-bedroom apartment into a one-bedroom apartment and a studio at the turn of a key. This gives added flexibility for the rental market, further boosting rental potential.
The stylish architecture reflects that of the established European resorts and is designed to maximise the spectacular views surrounding the development. The apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows and good-sized balconies.
The apartments are of generous size and are offered with a choice of two furniture packages. Kitchens have granite worktops. And when it comes to the latest gadgets for entertainment and work, White Fir Valley is ‘future proofed’ with state-of-the-art iPod-friendly entertainment systems and Wi-Fi throughout, so you can not only have your favourite music all around the apartment but also work from there – if you really must.
Bansko is easily reached in under two hours by fast motorway connection from Sofia International airport. Also, a new airport is due to be completed near Bansko within the next few years and a new motorway, already being built, will further reduce transfer times.
The skiing in Bansko is of high quality and will cater for all levels. The current 65km of runs will be extended up to 200km in coming years with a new gondola and development of the adjacent Kulino area. The ‘black’runs have been designed by Alberto Tomba, while ski champion Marc Giradelli is establishing a €12 million international ski school at the resort.
Prices at White Fir Valley start at €95,695 for a one-bedroom unit, €130,000 for two-bedroom units and three-bedrooms start at €190,000. All apartments have fully fitted kitchens, bathrooms and heating systems.
For more information see whitefirvalley.com.