Garden of Eden: Relaxation is Compulsory

"We have sought to create a complete environment, an escape from the stresses of modern life, a place where the greenery, the water features, the flora, the beach and the sea combine with the sports facilities, the pools, the restaurants, the pier and all the water-based activities to create a unique atmosphere," says Silvia Hrisimova, Executive Director of Eden Developments.

"Buildings with clean lines but in traditional Thracian style, a range of apartments and villas with every modern convenience, beautifully furnished, constructed under a programme where quality is paramount," adds Andrey Andreev, fellow Director.

"Of course," Silvia continues, "we started with the location. Right on the beach, with a sloping site that maximises the sea views - views across the bay to the UNESCO world heritage site of Nessebar. The diversions of Sunny Beach are just 3 miles away, a short taxi-hop to the outside world. Hire a car, and the natural and cultural riches of this country beckon. Yet it's a quiet spot, with a forest backdrop and little traffic."

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'Garden of Eden' offers an opportunity for forward-thinking investors to buy in a fabulous location, in a prestigious development, built by a reputable company, and in a country with a bright future.

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Garden of Eden is a beachfront firstline or frontline development (i.e. right on the beach) and faces south maximising both sea views and the position of the sun. It looks out over the bay towards the beautiful medieval peninsula of Nessebar, a UNESCO world heritage site, while at night the lights of Sunny Beach (3 miles by road) gleam in the south-west. As well as the ideal orientation, the geographical position provides very pure air. St Vlas is an attractive village benefiting from substantial improvements and development, and is fast becoming the 'Puerto Banus' of the Black Sea Coast.

A small hotel and around 550 properties are being built in a Thracian style, with its red tiled roofs and deep eaves. Utilising both local wood and stone, Garden of Eden marries modern design with the beauty of traditional building. The 'garden' concept is being realised with extensive planting and landscaping.

Six outdoor pools, a seventh Roman-style pool, and an indoor pool are being provided, with a cascading stream through the village.

Using the natural gradient, a high proportion of the apartments, reached by footpaths and bridges over the stream, have a sea view. Motor vehicles use the underground car park and have no access to the village area, which is only for pedestrians and electric buggies (which will be provided).

A 'marina' pier, where small craft can be moored, is being built in the water to enhance the exclusivity of the development.

On-site facilities include shops, banking, tennis court, fitness centre, saunas and beauty salon - and of course a number of bars and restaurants (including a fish restaurant built out over the sea).

Construction started in April 2005 and will complete in the second half of 2006.

Garden of Eden is protected by planning regulations against adjacent building development on three sides - south, west and north, while to the east development will be complete before Garden of Eden opens.

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The payment structure is 10% deposit when contracts are signed, 20% payable when rough construction commences (July-November 2005 depending on the building), 20% payable when the roof goes on (October 2005-March 2006) and the final 50% at completion - second half of 2006.

Property Management

Eden Developments provides on-site management in Garden of Eden to ensure the maintenance of high standards, and there is a rental management package to allow our customers to benefit from rental income. Eden also offer properties in Garden of Eden for resale to assist existing owners who wish to realise their investment.

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The village of St Vlas is believed to have been founded by the Thracian tribe of Larisi in the 2nd century BC. At that time, it reportedly bore the name of Larisa. It was renamed Sveti Vlas in the 14th century after the patron saint of cattle growers and merchants. During Ottoman rule (late 14th-19th century), the village appears in administrative registrars as 'Manastir' ('Monastery') or 'Kyuchuk Manastir' after the five monasteries in the vicinity of the village - but, unfortunately, none of these now remain. Officially, it recovered the name of St. Vlas after the reunification of the Bulgarian state in 1886.

There are a number of pubs and restaurants. Visitors can also take advantage of the various tourist facilities, including outdoor food, of Sunny Beach, which is just 5 minutes away by car. There is regular bus transport from Nessebar and Bourgas to St. Vlas, and plenty of private minibuses, route and ordinary taxis. There is also water transport to and from Nessebar and Bourgas to Sunny Beach.

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