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Orcadian Icon, Lews Castle on the Isle of Lewis joins Luxury Scotland Group

Lews Castle, on the Isle of Lewis, is the latest property to join Luxury Scotland ’s group of the finest Scottish hotels and travel destinations. Overlooking Stornoway Harbour on the Isle of Lewis, Lews Castle was built during the 19th century by Sir James Matheson . Today the castle offers provides a stunning location for weddings, corporate retreats and celebrations - the perfect location for anyone wanting a spectacular Scottish island getaway in a grand and historic setting. Lews Castle opened for business in 2017 after a multi-million restoration. The castle has a total of 23 bedrooms in a flexible configuration of individual suites providing apartments with one to three bedrooms. The apartments feature spacious living area , kitchen and dining areas complete with free WiFi, flat screen televisions , luxury toiletries and high quality linen and towels. The self- catering accommodation reflects a luxurious blend of classic and contemporary and include all the mo...

155 new luxury apartments in downtown Ann Arbor

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The 155- unit Ann Arbor City Apartments is under construction on West Washington and South First streets in downtown Ann Arbor . Daniel Brenner | AnnArbor.com Editor's note: The number of parking spaces to be held by Village Green has been corrected. Related story: Rent comparison : What can you get for $2,500 a month around Ann Arbor? Luxury apartments in downtown Ann Arbor are no longer just for students. The under-construction Ann Arbor City Apartments on the southeast corner of West Washington and South First streets is the first luxury apartment project built downtown in years that doesn’t cater to students. It’s designed for young professional renters as well as corporate relocation. "It's midway between the YMCA and the core of downtown where U-M jobs are," said Susan Pollay , executive director of Ann Arbor's Downtown Development Authority . "I think it feels like, from what I saw, exactly one of the things needed in this marketplace." ...

Luxury apartments on water still hot property

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The apartment at 631/1 Newstead Terrace, Newstead. TWO high-end apartments in a luxury riverfront development in Newstead have sold for seven-figure sums. Growing strength in the downsizers market saw 631/1 Newstead Tce sell for $2.9 million. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom, double garage apartment was sold by Brett Greensill of LJ Hooker New Farm. It features open- plan living areas , with a family-sized kitchen that spills out on to a big, entertainment balcony to take advantage of the stunning views. Another unit in Pier Waterfront, 522/1 Newstead Tce, sold for $2.25 million to a local owner-occupier. The three-bedroom, two- bathroom unit spans 207sq  m. The master bedroom comes with an ensuite and its own balcony. The Pier Waterfront development includes exclusive use of pools, gyms, and a concierge service. The sales come amid strong demand for riverfront property, despite Brisbane experiencing an oversupply of inner-city units. Newstead has a median unit price of $595,000...

2Hopkins First Apartment Community to Add Refrigerated Lockers

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  August 23, 2017 -- !-- AddToAny BEGIN --> Apartment Community to Add Refrigerated Lockers " class="justimagebox" width="400" height="338" style="float: left;" /> BALTIMORE, Md (PRWEB) August 23, 2017 LIVEbe, a premier apartment developer and operator dedicated to delivering distinct apartment homes within connected communities, has announced the addition of refrigerated lockers to its 2Hopkins apartment community in Downtown Baltimore. The luxury high-rise, featuring 183 apartment homes , is the first apartment community in the U.S. to implement the Smiota PoD refrigerated lockers . Produced by Smiota, Inc., the lockers serve as a premier service amenity , allowing residents to utilize food delivery services and have round-the-clock access to their shipments via smartphone. ?There has been an uptick in demand for food- delivery services , and we' ve closely observed the trends of companies such as Blue Apron, HelloFres...

Where To Stay In Huddersfield, UK: 10 Hotels & Vacation Rentals

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Located in Almondbury, Yorkshire, this luxurious contemporary cottage is the perfect spot for large groups. The cottage sleeps up to 10 people and has 5 bedrooms. Wonderfully equipped with a kitchen and an adjacent terrace for eating meals, the home also boasts French doors that open out on to the garden. The area is perfect for relaxing summer evenings or for BBQ’s with friends and family. The cottage also has a swimming pool if the weather perks up, along with a gym. Fresh towels and linens are also included with the price. Local highlights include cycling along the numerous cycling routes , scenic walks to Yorkshire Dales and the Peak District National Parks and exploring the numerous shops or pubs within a short walking distance from the cottage. Clouds Hill Price : from 258 USD Number of Guests : 10 Check Price See our full list of recommended hotels in Huddersfield and also compare the prices with vacation rentals in Huddersfield Located in the tiny town of Golcar, West ...

8 highest yielding private properties in Central Singapore

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SINGAPORE (Aug 22): Getting your rental yield right goes a long way. Today’s average rental yield for condominiums and apartments is the lowest in a decade, at about 3.2%. Low interest rates , subdued job market and large supply of housing are possible reasons. In our analysis, we have identified eight private residential properties with the highest rental yields in the high- end condo segment comprising districts 9 , 10, 11, Downtown Core and Sentosa. Only properties with at least five sales and five rental transactions over the last 12 months were considered in our analysis. 1) Lumiere Property type: Apartment Rental yield: 5.0% Average rent PSF: S$6.0 Tenure: 99 years from 2006 District/ Planning Area: D2 - Downtown Core Located at Mistri Road, the 45-storey Lumiere is a three-minute walk to Tanjong Pagar MRT station . It was completed in 2010 and has 168 units. It is a stone’s throw away from International Plaza and Icon Village, and less than 10 minutes’ walk to Tanjong Pagar...

DONE DEALS: Roundup of the week in residential sales

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Rutenberg NYC agent Tatiana Calvo has just closed on a Windsor Terrace apartment at $100,000 over the asking price. The two bedroom unit #2R at 543 16th St. a block from Prospect Park has an open chef’s kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances , two full en- suite bathrooms and a balcony. TATIANA CALVO Calvo listed the apartment (pictured top) and $1.099 million and said her first two open houses were “jam packed.ˮ The offers came flooding in and, Calvo said, everyone left the table happy. “I received $100,000 over asking because I priced apartment 2R fairly ,ˮ said the agent. “The seller was making what he wanted, and the buyer wanted to secure the apartment. The building is solid, and the apartments themselves are timeless.ˮ Alex Lavrenov of Compass brought in the buyer and the sale closed at $1.2 million after 39 days on the market. B RONX Spuyten Duyvil 2575 Palisades Ave. #5H $195,000 Sponsor studio and one bedroom with windowed custom kitchen with quartz...