Montenegro is one of the most naturally blessed countries in Europe. The renowned poet Lord Byron famously described it as ‘the most beautiful merging of land and sea’. A popular destination half a century ago, Montenegro is now re-emerging as a hot destination for today’s discerning travellers and property investors. The country’s natural blessings compete on all fronts with any of Europe’s leading destinations, from the dark, brooding mountains for which this country is named to the 117 picturesque beaches that welcome the glistening Adriatic. The UNESCO-protected Bay of Kotor (Boka), with its coastal churches and fortified towns, is a gem in Montenegro. There are a myriad of experiences to be savoured from roaming the dreamlike littoral of Tivat and Kotor to wandering the charming cobblestone streets and squares that retain the beauty left behind by the Venetians at the end of the 18th century.
Blissful Indulgence
This stunning setting is home to the new €650 million, 60 acre, luxury development at Portonovi – a community which will offer blissful indulgence to people of all generations from across the globe. The sophisticated, south-facing resort sits on the most exclusive part of pristine Boka Bay enjoying sun from sunrise to sunset. The first of Portonovi’s 275 properties will open later in 2017. The wide-ranging collection includes apartments and penthouses, to luxurious town houses set in the heart of a Mediterranean-style village, elegant villas set within landscaped gardens and sleek sky villas overlooking the marina.
No two properties are the same. In the Lower Village, which is currently on sale, properties are master-planned by Harper Downie and complemented with an entirely bespoke approach from Harrods Interiors. The Marina Apartments – the most iconic and modern buildings within the resort and also on sale now – have been designed by the renowned London architectural studio RTKL. The development will be home to Europe’s first One&Only resort opening in 2018 and an opulent Espace Chenot Health Wellness Spa and will also include upscale retail options from premium international brands, leading restaurants and other incredible leisure offerings.
Yachting Paradise
Portonovi’s superyacht marina, naturally protected and ideally positioned at the entrance of Boka Bay, is the ideal base from which to explore Montenegro’s stunning, relatively undiscovered 300km coastline and the islands off the Dalmatian coast, whilst also offering easy access to the Adriatic. The deep-water marina, which features 238 berths for yachts up to 80 metres, will compete with Europe’s leading ports where berthing space is increasingly constrained. A focal point will be the members-only Portonovi Yacht Club which is being created by the award-winning British studio Winch Design. There is something to enjoy at all times of the year – with great ski resorts, unique national parks and fascinating medieval villages all within easy reach of Portonovi.
Montenegro truly comes alive during its long summer, with a wide range of festivals and events, as well as the highly anticipated summer Montenegro Superyacht Rendezvous. Portonovi is already attracting international attention from sun-seekers considering a unique second home and investors looking to add to their portfolio. Investment in Montenegro, which has been independent since 2006, is appealing due to a business-friendly democratic government, an open economy and a highly competitive tax regime. Portonovi is easy to reach. Dubrovnik and Tivat Airports are less than an hour away and are both served directly by a number of airlines from London and a range of other international cities, whilst also offering private jet facilities. Over the next few years, Portonovi will become an elite, sought after destination for residents and holidaymakers alike.
Prices range from £276,000 / €324,000 / $344,000 – £6.8m / €8m / $8.5m
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