Benefits of Investing in Northern Cyprus Properties

If you are looking to buy a holiday home in the Mediterranean then investing in property in Northern Cyprus could be the perfect solution for you. Only four hours from the UK by Plane, this island nation has a long and sometimes troubled history. However, as the years have gone by and the tensions have lessened considerably between the Greek and Turkish Cypriot communities, the Turkish controlled North of Cyprus is now showing the World what it has to offer.

Along with stunning scenery and beautiful Villages, the North also has very cheap property prices. Indeed, it is still considerably cheaper to invest in property in Northern Cyprus, than the Greek controlled South of the Island. Many of the areas favoured by British property investors are in the Kyrenia district which is located on the North West coast. Unspoilt by mass development but with enough new and old property to keep most second home buyers and investors happy, this district has charm and character in abundance. Many of the most sort after places for British buyers include the Village of Bellapais, setting for the book Bitter Lemons of Cyprus and location of a historic Abbey. Karaman located in the Five Finger Mountains and the District capital of Kyrenia Town which is replete with Cafes and Restaurants and sports a stunning harbour.

Located to the East is the Famagusta district which is also a favourite with British investors and contains some of the best new property in Northern Cyprus. Famed for it’s pretty beaches, Famagusta is also located on the border with the South meaning you are not far away from the night life of Ayia Napa or the more sedate pleasures to be found a little bit further away in the coastal City of Larnaca. The Islands capital, Nicosia which is shared jointly between the North and South can provide a more cosmopolitan location for those wishing to experience a more lively side to Northern Cyprus.

With wonderful year round weather, stunning scenery, beautiful and historic villages and an extremely friendly and welcoming local population, buying property in Northern Cyprus is one of the easiest investment decisions you will ever make!