Thalassa Property Owners

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
14/03/2008 01:55

I've had the good fortune to email some of you(sorry martin!) and as this development is potentially 3 weeks away from starting(,although if a developer hasnt been announced yet ,surely it will take them a month or so to get things moving).



But it would be nice to get everyone on the forum on a mailing list so we can find out how long things will take etc and share info.I'm happy to compile it as we all want it to go well,and 40 of us badgering kensington might make the odd difference.



It would also be nice to exchange info on travel to bafra from larnaca and ercan with any taxi no's you might have,as most of us will probably have been driven by the developer from girne/kyrenia.



I'm over there from 7-11th april and will be driving over there ,dont worry i'll get pics and put them on a website for you to browse,i'll also pop in and see fiona/andrew if i can find them!!.



Cheers stu

Gooses


Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
14/03/2008 13:01

Stu great idea - do you want us to email you offline with home addressess etc?

As the build should start on April 1st!!!!!! you should be able to get some great "action "photos when you are out there.

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
14/03/2008 20:44

My email address is stusimpson777@btopenworld.com anyone who wants to can send me an email and i'll put you on the list for any updates i find out,and some pictures in april.



Mind you thought there'd be a few more takers!



Stu

Prionsias


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 21

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 10:40

Hi Stu,



I've just decided to purchase at Thalassa, keep me informed and up to date if you don't mind. I'm a novice at all this . I'm still concerned about the whole process but have to hope it all works out for me and everybody else. Having read through the forum it seems like you guys have been waiting a while for construction to take place ? Did you know last year that the uilding would not start until now ? Let me know how you get on overthere in April thanks.

Prionsias


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 21

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 10:40

Hi Stu ,

just paid my deposit and about to sign a contract for one of the apartments at Thalassa. Would be grateful for any information you could give me. This is a new experience for me . I would be happy to know that there are other people like me. I'll be happy to be on your list . I would like to be in touch with people I'm going to be neighbours with.

thanks

Kitty0106


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 10:40

Dear all



I just thought I would post a message. I have just reserved a 3 bedroom apartment and am hoping to exchange contracts within the next couple of weeks.



It would be great to keep in touch with all you other owners.



With kind regards



Kirsten

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 12:34

Excellent thats 4 of us then I know theres plenty more so I'll keep bringing the thread to the top every week.!!!



Stu

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 16:52

Hi Stu,



I have just signed a contract for thalassa and have never been to south or north cyprus - it just looked too good to miss. I have heard that they are deinitiely starting on the 1st April - lets keep our fin gers crossed. Happy to be involved in your group - planning to go over in May 2009 and hopefully there will be a lot to take pictures of,



Albie

OllieD


Joined: 23/10/2007
Posts: 14

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 17:43

Just to let you all know that myself and my colleague have just exchanged contracts on two two-bed apartments at Thalassa. We went over last November to visit the site and hope to go again later this year.



Stu, I will email you both our email addresses so you can add us to your list.



Looking forward to seeing the photos.

Jo Valentine


Joined: 10/02/2008
Posts: 508

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 18:26

Hello Thalassa Owners! I'm Jo, James Valentine Overseas Removals +44(0)1302 729595, Email: valentineremovals@hotmail.com. We're in Doncaster, Yorkshire but operate throughout the UK. Let me know and I'll Email you an inventory sheet. I'm probably rather 'previous' with all this!

For more affordable trips over whilst you are waiting for your own property to be ready, we have negotiated very good prices in Ozenkoy at the Five Fingers Holiday Bungalows - also have 3 bed villas in Ozankoy. Website http://www.5-fingers.co.uk . Email is fingers@kktc.net not as shown on website. Transfers + hire car arranged. Local knowledge and advice comes free!

Elvis


Joined: 03/10/2007
Posts: 20

Message Posted:
16/03/2008 10:48

Hi to all you potential Thalassa owners. Well Elvis is still alive and hopefully will still be to see the completion of his apt on the Thalassa resort.

His mate Russ ( Doughnut ) has also took the plunge in purchasing.

Developers ourselves it will interesting to see the different methods used in construction in TRNC .

Has every one registerd there apts as yet. We havnt. Is it compulsory ?

Have a good trip Stu. Good idea about the Mailing list. Will email you shortly.

NO JOKES on April 1 st please.

Big Chief


Joined: 16/03/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
16/03/2008 19:32

Hi to you all,let me tell you Elvis may be alive at present but that could all change if we have many more doughnut cracks!!!!(that's if he wrote it,looking at the spelling me thinks it was Priscilla!)I don't know about being alive to see the completion of the apts i'll be glad to be here to see them started!!!!!!!!!!! I think the NEW start date says it all!!

Good idea stu and lets hope everything goes well.



Cheers.

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
16/03/2008 19:56

Keep your email addresses rolling in I've had 6 so far!!



Stu



P.s In answer to a query,I've bitten the bullet and registered the contract via the solicitor as I don't want to waste any time on my holiday in april,read the advice from kensington,but on further research decided it was right for me to do.I know its not necessary for those of us that reserved last year,but with Northern cyprus I like to keep things watertight.



Cheers

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
17/03/2008 20:44

Hi Stu,



did you get my email address?



Albie

Gooses


Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
17/03/2008 21:16

we have also registered our contract - it is a personal choice but we thought along the lines of any type of insurance - you have it in the hope that you will never need it but it is there if you do.

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
19/03/2008 14:35

And to the top!!



Albie no it hasnt come through,try again.



cheers stu

Jaycee


Joined: 02/02/2008
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
19/03/2008 23:20

Hiya all,



I have signed my contract and sent my deposit and really glad that I am not the only one. I was out there with a friend a few weeks ago and love Northern Cyprus - can't wait until Christmas 2011 (thought 2010 may be a bit previous and will probably be a bit of a building site anyway) - can picture sitting on the roof with a lovely glass os champagne already!! One of my friends is also about to sign her contract for an apartment in the same block as mine so thought we would arrange our 2011 Christmas party early!!



Please can you keep me in the loop with any visits and progress on the site



Thanks,



Jan (jaycee)

Gooses


Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
21/03/2008 12:06

Hi All - maybe offline or online if people happy we could let each other know where we have bought ( block and number) would be great to get to know neighbours before we get there..... and we do have the time ..........

We are Block 5 Apt 47 or as it is now known 9-201 and we are Andrew and Sue and we have champagne ready for when the build starts... and when the foundations are dug.... and when.... the first block is laid .... and when ...well you get the picture!

Maybe the delays are planned to heighten our excitement!!!!

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
21/03/2008 14:07

Check your emails folks seems some of our apartments have been INCREASED in size by 12 square metres!!



Has anyone bought a ground floor corner apartment with large pool ,and had extra terrace space added by accident(i.e roof of underground car park)??



I queried it in my plans and was told it was an oversight and i now had a supersize terrace,anyone else had it,probably only applies to 2 or 3 apartments with pools.



I'm going to get the whole thing decked but it'll be pricey no doubt!



Stu

Prionsias


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 21

Message Posted:
21/03/2008 19:15

Hey Goose ....any old excuse just to drink Champagne !! Keep some for the rest of us .....when we get over there. We're in the next block to you. Looks like you'll have a better view so get plenty of chairs for the balcony !!!

AND stu !!.....lucky devil with the extra floor space !! good for having neighbours round I guess .

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
23/03/2008 14:38

I have received information that all ground and first floor apartments have now been increased. We are 1st floor, block 8 apartment 103 - any neighbours out there?



Albie

doghnuts40


Joined: 15/02/2008
Posts: 21

Message Posted:
23/03/2008 19:45

I am in the process of selling a property I bought through this Company and have been informed that the developer will not sign any resale documentation unless they are given a £500 admin fee. It did start off at £1500 but my Estate Agent argued the point and the figure was changed. Has anyone else come across this? The only reason I point this out is that my original contract states clearly I have resale rights but nowhere does it state that I will be charged extra for this.

rtddci


Joined: 29/12/2007
Posts: 842

Message Posted:
23/03/2008 19:56

Re message 22, not a good omen.

Martin

Prionsias


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 21

Message Posted:
23/03/2008 21:21

Hi all,



where is everybody ?? I thought there were loads of apartments sold!!

Gooses


Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
25/03/2008 16:47

getting the thread back on front page... come on all owners we could get a really good community going here sort of a cyber community as we havent got any buildings yet- So Thalassa Cyprus Cyber Community lets email Stu!

Kitty0106


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
25/03/2008 23:10

Hi All



Well I have just signed my contract and sent it to my solicitor. Fingers crossed it will all be plane sailing! We will see.



My apartment is 208 in Block 14, probably miles away from anyone else. I was a late starter in finding out about the resort!



OllieD - how did you manage to get a 2 bedroom apartment? I was advised they were all sold.



Stu, hopefully you have received an email from me directly to your address. I would be most grateful for any updates you or anyone else has.



Thanks so much



Kirsten

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
26/03/2008 10:09

I've got 17 emails so far,not many is it,I guess the majority are not on here!!!!,unlikely kensington will give me any details of the rest but i'll try.



Stu

Vadill01


Joined: 26/03/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
26/03/2008 15:23

Hi Andrew and Sue,



We have purchased a two bed apt, Block 5, Apartment 48 at Thalassa Beach. Thought we should send a short e-mail to introduce ourselves. We live and work in the Shetland Isles and run our own small business which takes up most of our time at present, but we are hoping that in years to come we'll be able to find time to enjoy our property. We have bought the property for our own use rather than to let. Our e-mail address is ian@kinniburgh.co.uk if you want to get in touch.



Best wishes



Shirley and Ian

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
27/03/2008 20:33

Can someone look at there contract with the plan drawing detailing the apartment(not the simple colour one in the brochures),and tell me if the terrace area has a dotted line all the way round.I'm confused as to where my boundary is,and how big my terrace actually is.



Incidentally anyone know who bought block 3 apartment 27?



Stu

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
27/03/2008 21:44

Hi Stu,



I have purchased a first floor rather than ground floor apartment but the terrace is claerly marked with a full, rather than dotted line.



Hope this helps,



Albie

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
27/03/2008 21:55

Albie thanks I've sent a message to kensington,but from what I can see my terrace is massive somewhere in the region of 80 sq m,I knew it was going to be larger than advertised but would be great if it was that big,for the opening bbq of course assuming we'll all be out there for a visit at the same time once they say we can get the keys!



Stu

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
29/03/2008 12:06

Full marks Ltd is the contractor apparently,so finally looks like things are moving.Can't wait to get out there next week and take some pics.



Anyone leaving T5 over next few days for Larnaca?



Stu

Gooses


Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
29/03/2008 19:09

So does anyone know anything about Full Marks Ltd ???? will we be giving them full marks at the end of the build ! Stu - thought I might go out from T5 this week so I can expect my bags when the build is finished..,LOL

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
04/04/2008 11:07

Flying out this weekend and going up to see the resort on wednesday,does anyone have any burning questions for Fiona at Kensington as I 'll be popping in to say hello.



I'll email photos and anything I find to everyone who sent me there email address,I've got 18 so far,so if you haven't sent me it,you'll miss out!!



Cheers Stu

majik


Joined: 02/04/2008
Posts: 42

Message Posted:
04/04/2008 11:17

hi all ,, i know about thallassa very well from the inside , i know the istaeli developer and the constructor , im taking a few penthouses and garden apartments for myself , ill keep one sell the others , great development ... if anyone needs info just ask me

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
05/04/2008 09:44

Hi Stu,



can you try to confirm time scales for the completion of phase one and phase 2. Also what choice will we have over tiles, kitchens etc and what will be the parking possibilities if people have not bought one of the £5k parking spots,



Thanks, have a great trip - hope the sun shines



Albie

queue


Joined: 07/04/2008
Posts: 8

Message Posted:
07/04/2008 10:30

Hi,



Have bought a ground floor 3 bed apt in block 4 and my brother has bought the same in block 8 (I think!). Signed all the docs and paid the deposit back in Nov 07 but have heard nothing from Kensington since so if anyone would like to email me with any info it would be appreciated.



Cheers,



Q.

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
07/04/2008 15:13

Hi queue,



I newsletter was sent out by Kensington a couple of weeks ago giving some updated information. If you haven't rec eived it drop them an email at



http://www.cyprus-invest.com





Albie

orangekazzie



Joined: 31/07/2007
Posts: 1091

Message Posted:
07/04/2008 15:31

Re Message 32. Full Marks Ltd.

Don't these people make a shampoo for getting rid of unwanted head lice

Karen

Mahaji


Joined: 07/04/2008
Posts: 3

Message Posted:
07/04/2008 17:52

I am heading to the area next week and hope to be able to visit Thalassa. Not sure if it is in Bogaz or Bafra ( down beside Artemis)

Anybody know for sure?

Thanks

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
07/04/2008 18:08

How quick off the mark are you karen !!

regards , pat

Gooses


Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
07/04/2008 18:09

Hi Mahaji - Thalassa is just down the road ( well track) from the Kaya Artemis- between Bafra and Bogaz but closer to Bafra. Hope you have a good trip

Prionsias


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 21

Message Posted:
07/04/2008 20:36

Full Marks for that one Simbas !!

beachboy


Joined: 12/04/2008
Posts: 11

Message Posted:
12/04/2008 16:36

just reserved a property block 12, any neighbours

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
13/04/2008 00:04

Just back from Thalassa,we spent a good deal of time,driving the new road from Kyrenia,and checking out development in and around Bafra,looking at the work in progress and back to the artemis to see how it was faring.



I'm in the process of uploading photos to everyone who sent me there email addresses and questions to ask kensington.



In a nutshell,its just brown earth,top layer cleared,saw no construction machinery,vehicles etc etc.Beach and water is a right filthy mess,they'll have to do a big job on that.I've got many questions still unanswered as to the actual dimensions of the apartments,and a real concern as to the communal areas being extremely close to private terrace areas,inc my own pool.Anyone with a ground floor near a grassy area should take a look at it.



I also took pics of the number of sold apartments in each block,out of 309 available about 45% have been sold,or so the boards on site indicate.There are still some areas between block 3 and beyond which they may or may not turn into more apartments,can't see iy myself though.



I'll try and elaborate more in the emails,I did expect more.Kensington staff friendly throughout.



If anyone has a ground floor corner pool apartment you might like to email me,as you will def have concerns with the communal areas.Fiona is on the case though,so hopefully I'll hear soon.



cheers stu

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
14/04/2008 17:46

And back to the top again!

nicky5184


Joined: 23/04/2008
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
23/04/2008 23:16

Hi everyone, I am new to the site. I have also signed papers to purchase an apartment in the thalassa resort. Initially my boyfriend and i had agreed to buy a 2 bed, 1st floor apartment but then we got a leaflet in the post about the new penthouse apartments with jacuzzi on roof etc and there was no way we could say no(!) so now we are trying to figure out where the rest of the money will come from! but ultimately it will be worth it, if only for the gorgeous views. we visited the site last august and there wasn't much there except the viewing tower. can't wait until it's completed!

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
24/04/2008 09:54

Hi Nicky if you send me an email to stusimpson777@btopenworld.com I'll add you to the group email for info.



Incidentally has anyone been on the kensington blog that they set up,indeed does it exist yet?



Stu

Tysee


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 13

Message Posted:
24/04/2008 15:54

got the blog invite a few days ago - will check it out over the weekend.

Graham.u


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
24/04/2008 19:48

Hi, i am just about the pay my deposit on this resort. A 3 bed with pool ground floor apartment.

Any feedback on the present state of the development

Graham.u


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
24/04/2008 19:48

I am awaiting on putting a deposit on this development on a 3bed with pool ground floor apartment. is everyone happy with this project, i see the build had been delayed a while and has started i am told.

regards

Graham

Tysee


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 13

Message Posted:
25/04/2008 12:01

Graham hi.



I scoped the Thalassa blog last nite, and according to this, and the people at the sales office, they started clearing the buildsite around the beginning of this month. If you've put down a deposit, you should soon get the blog invite.



Hope this helps.

Graham.u


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
25/04/2008 12:53

Well my deposit is paid i have got a cracking location of the Apartment so i hope it all lives up to the hype.

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
25/04/2008 20:39

Graham got your email I'll send you what I've got when I return from the states in a few days,incidentally which apartment no did you go for?



cheers stu

Graham.u


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
26/04/2008 16:41

ok thanks Stu, I got Apartment G02 block 20 it is on the end of the build closest to the beach by the looks of the plan so i am well chuffed with it .



cheers Graham

Graham.u


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
26/04/2008 17:11

its a 3bed with pool

Franko


Joined: 28/04/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
28/04/2008 15:51

Congrats Graham! I just put my deposit down 3 hours ago for a ground unit in Building 8.



Trust all will go well.

Elvis


Joined: 03/10/2007
Posts: 20

Message Posted:
05/05/2008 10:38

hi Graham we have something in common. We have Big Chief ( Doughnut ) as a neighbour. I think we will have a built in wave machine when he's out on hols. You wont miss him . always got a WBA top on. Shame he,s a good chap really. You done really well to get an apt with a private pool at this time. I think there are very few left now . Are you going to register the apt. It has been extended to the end of May

Big Chief


Joined: 16/03/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
05/05/2008 23:55

Oi Elvis,less of the doughnut!!!!!! and by the way that's a WBA PREMIERSHIP shirt!!!!

Hi Graham,so your the neighbour are you!! Ha Ha,good luck and welcome to the ground floor mad house!!!!

Hope your not a dingle!(wolves supporter)

Will you be using the apt much yourself ?

If your out there when we are and your REALLY lucky you might even get Elvis to buy a round!!!!



Cheers.

Graham.u


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
07/05/2008 02:37

Hi Big Cheif and no i am not a Wolves supporter lol i am middlesbrough supporter top of the north (well in our dreams anyway ). i hope to be using at as much as possible. Hi Elvis as i am relatively new to this site i assume you mean by register you mean refering to the VAT i will be doing that soon if that is what you mean. It will be great to meet you guys and sink a few beers . and if you are ever in the north east i own a pub so pop in

Graham.u


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
07/05/2008 02:44

oh and registering the contracts too

Graham.u


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 10

Message Posted:
09/05/2008 18:03

Which solicitor can you guys recommend Naomi Mehmet & Partners or Munir Akil

Appreciate your feedback

Cheers

Graham

DanDoo


Joined: 15/05/2008
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
15/05/2008 14:46

Hi everyone - I have just discovered this site and registered - I use Munir Akil and have found him to be excellent so far.



Dan.

gandy



Joined: 25/04/2008
Posts: 3

Message Posted:
10/06/2008 21:05

hi all -we have a 3 bed first floor (pending!) block 17 (was 9) 101 (was 25)

anyone near us? (apart from the other 1000?)

lots of mixed feelings from us having taken the plunge, but hey, everyone has a dream don't they?

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
11/06/2008 14:37

Folks,



Send me an email to stusimpson777@btopenworld.com



I can add you to the owners emails,there are 21 of us so far.



Graham did you get the email last week?



Stu

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
12/06/2008 10:17

Hi gandy,



I have had all types of feelings since signing the contract but I am now really confident that everything is going to work out really well - dreams can come true. I have always said that Savils would not want to be involved with anything that went pear shaped and now that they are actually building it appears to be onwards and upwards. Just completing the accomodation for 200+ workers has to give a clear indication that they are serious.

Jo Valentine


Joined: 10/02/2008
Posts: 508

Message Posted:
13/06/2008 02:51

Hello

A Thalassa owner asked did we have a website?....

http://www.jamesvalentineremovals.co.uk

Kind Regards

Jo

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
14/06/2008 01:33

I can only assume people don't want to be added to a list as 22 names from all the Thalassa posts isn't many!!



I'll give up at this rate!



Come on folks!,the thread keeps falling further down,



stu

georgiegirl


Joined: 15/06/2008
Posts: 5

Message Posted:
17/06/2008 14:44

hi everyone

ive just reserved 206 in block 18 am very excited and am wishing away the next two years,not made my mind up on a lawyer yet does any one know email address of Cenk boyler, and do i have any neighbours out there?



hope to hear from you

georgiegirl (pat)

Gooses


Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
17/06/2008 16:51

Dont give up Stu! - The thalassa 22 appreciate what ur trying to do. Maybe a new thread titled Join Thalassa Owners Group - or something like would encourage some people to reply - I think that when they see 60 - 70 msgs next to a thread it could put them off actually reading through them.

Just a thought



Sue and Andrew

Tysee


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 13

Message Posted:
18/06/2008 18:40

Hi Stu,



I don't want to be added to your list, thanks.

I'm an investor, so will be selling as soon as the project is finished, and going on to the next project with the profits made.

Nellie


Joined: 23/06/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
24/06/2008 08:53

Hi there,



We have bought apartment 207, block 18 in March. Lawyer was Ozlem Harmandagli. We plan to go out in November for week to investigate. Anyone got any advice on accomdation, prices etc.



Cheers



Nellie & Christine

Tysee


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 13

Message Posted:
24/06/2008 16:14

Hi Nellie,



Depends on where you want to stay. I recommend staying in Kyrenia.

The harbour is great, restaurants near the waterside, loads of shopping, siteseeing etc.



If you've bought thru Savills in the UK, you are entitled to an Inspection Visit. You should contact the sales person who sold you the apartment, they can offer good rates at some of the 5-star hotels, in Kyrenia because the developer is well known to some of the hotelliers (they move in the same circles). I stayed at The Rocks. It's got a casino so hold on to your wallet.



That sales person should also be able to give you a number for a travel agency that can advise on and book your flights. And bonus !! Savills arrange for airport transfers as well. And they drive you to Thalassa to check the site.



Some of the guys here on this forum can probably recommend other hotels, but I'm sure they've all used the Inspection Visit thingy.



Guys, if you have any other advice, fire away. I'm also going back to NC in September to check on progress at Thalassa, and scope out a few other developments, and would appreciate if you check with the wives about shopping, so I can keep my other half happy.

sarahblu


Joined: 12/06/2008
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
25/06/2008 23:02

Hi Nellie, we are visiting the site on the 14th July , Savills helped us with the inspection visit but as we live in cyprus so we chose to go cheap as we could , as such we have booked hotel sempati in kyriena, we paid 190 pounds for two b and b for a week. It is stunning for the price but i think you will need a car to explore the area and take in everything the area has to offer. We have reserved in block 2. Nice to speak to you xxxx

sarahblu


Joined: 12/06/2008
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
25/06/2008 23:08

Hi, probably a long shot but we will be in the thalassa area for a week from July 14th if anyone else was over there and fancied meeting for coffee/keo and chatting about the purchase, anything we might need to ask/find out whilst over there. Will be pleased to hear from anyone interested xxx

Tysee


Joined: 24/04/2008
Posts: 13

Message Posted:
26/06/2008 16:25

Hi Sarablu



Are you going in an Inspection Visit? If so, if you have time can you go and look at Turtle Bay Village. I've just received a leaflet thru the post showing this deveopment is finished and ready to occupy. Thinking of investing there.



Only if you have time though.



Thanks.

Tyce

georgiegirl


Joined: 15/06/2008
Posts: 5

Message Posted:
26/06/2008 18:42

hi Nellie and Christine,



looks like we are neighbours we are 206 in block 18, look forward to hearing about your trip out there. nothing there but a veiwing tower when we visited.

All the best

Pat and Peter (manchester)

sarahblu


Joined: 12/06/2008
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
29/06/2008 00:11

Thanks Tyce, I have already reserved an apartment at Thalassa, i am a typical libra and cant make a decision to save mylife ha ha, so prob best to stay away from other developments and stick with what i have decided, I am living in southern cyprus due to my husbands job so i dont need any immidiate accomodation. Thanks anyway xxxx

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
29/06/2008 23:35

Tysee,



Your email address is hidden can you send it to the one I posted on this thread.



Anyone reading this who has bought/buying I'm compiling an up to date list of email addresses,so please contact me or you may well be left in the dark,not everyone reads this forum(although it is excellent).



There have already been a few issues that people have contacted me about and I have had lengthy chats with Sam Perry.



I'm just collecting and feeding back info if it will benefit others,things are quiet at the moment but it won't always be like this !!



thanks stu

Nellie


Joined: 23/06/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
02/07/2008 12:19

Thanks for all the info from everyone We are first timers so need all the help we can get.

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
02/07/2008 14:00

For anyone whose has purchased at Thalassa and not signed up for the blog it would be worth doing as the latest photographs show really good progress in a relatively short time. Let's hope it continues in the same way.

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
09/07/2008 23:23

Quite a few still not on the email list,honestly I'm not a savilles spy! Let me know and I'll add you straight away!



Cheers stu

Elvis


Joined: 03/10/2007
Posts: 20

Message Posted:
16/07/2008 23:01

Has anyone had to pay the two instalments together 1st for the foundations and 2nd for the skeleton. we have purchased in block 21 which should be the 2nd phase to be built. When we settle our account . Is it best to pay via our solicitor. Thanks

Gooses


Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 60

Message Posted:
17/07/2008 11:40

Elvis -

I think the build plan changed when they changed all the block numbers so they are building from the front ( nearest the sea ) first which does make more sense as previously the blocks in Phase 1 would have had a glorious view of the phase 2 build !. We are block 9 so not yet at foundation stage and are expecting to pay in 2 stages for foundation then skeleton but I know from others that your block has been asked to pay both at the same time. I would want to see clear evidence that it had got to the stage before i part with any money. We have paid everything so far through our solicitor



Cheers

Andrew and Sue

Elvis


Joined: 03/10/2007
Posts: 20

Message Posted:
19/07/2008 11:20

Thanks Gooses

I did not not know of that change. But it does make sence. I still think that the payments should be divided. Its not really fair that we have to part with 40K in one go until all the foundations are in. What would we be left with if things went belly up. I think its time for a trip over. Any excuse hey.

Elvis


Joined: 03/10/2007
Posts: 20

Message Posted:
19/07/2008 11:22

Thanks Gooses

I did not not know of that change. But it does make sence. I still think that the payments should be divided. Its not really fair that we have to part with 40K in one go until all the foundations are in. What would we be left with if things went belly up. I think its time for a trip over. Any excuse hey.

coxyammond


Joined: 21/06/2008
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
24/07/2008 13:18

stu



did you get my email address to add to list as i haven't heard anything



colinehammond@aol.com

Elvis


Joined: 03/10/2007
Posts: 20

Message Posted:
26/07/2008 10:22

Hi all

Just letting you all know that an update has been done on the blog.

Looks to me from the pics its going really well.

The pace its going at the moment I will have to get my own tool kit out there soon and get fitting some of the doors, kitchens ect.

keekee


Joined: 31/07/2008
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
31/07/2008 08:10

can someone pls tell me how i can see these photos

i bought into it last march 2008 block 19 i take it thats nearest the beech and there working backwards?

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
02/08/2008 22:25

keekee,



Sarah's photos will be on http://www.thalassaowners.com soon.



If of course I can get photobucket to work properly!!



stu

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
03/08/2008 00:17

All uploaded for you to view!



stu

Elvis


Joined: 03/10/2007
Posts: 20

Message Posted:
20/08/2008 21:13

There are more pictures on the blog today. Seem to be making good progress.

We could be neighbours this time next year Doughnut.

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
21/10/2008 14:15

New pics on the website:



http://www.thalassaowners.com





Stu

vinnie


Joined: 23/10/2008
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
23/10/2008 23:15

hi stu,am buying block 12, go1, 3 bed and pool.quite concerned about the division between the pools,any info? many thanks.

MikeyMatrix


Joined: 09/11/2008
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
09/11/2008 14:19

Hi all just logged into this forum and would like to say hi to all my neighbours. I have bought a 3 bed in block 16. been reading some of the threads and looking at the picy's which are cool. Woundered if any 1 knows where to see actual floor plans to see where my appt would be in the block?

OllieD


Joined: 23/10/2007
Posts: 14

Message Posted:
10/11/2008 18:53

Hi Mikey



Check out -



http://www.thalassaowners.com/



Ollie

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
10/11/2008 22:39

Hi thanks for the link Ollie,there have been problems with the server so any posts or new members joining since 27/10/08 have been deleted by accident,I know this has affected about 4 new members so I apologise ,please re register if its affected you.



However from this thread alone I can see at least 6 people who haven't registered with the forum,of course you don't need to but one day you might want some info and as I'm gathering good data on where everyone is as it'll hopefully be a nice community,can I urge you all to register.



I can't make it work for you if you don't meet me half way,many thanks to all those who have set the forum rolling,one day it will have hopefully most thalassa owners registered.



Cheers Stu

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
10/01/2009 16:22

hello everybody on the Thallaso owners posting. we will be in block 10 eventually. I have been browsing through the forum, there is some very helpful advice and tips for people. However, on the other side there is so much negativity going around about purchasing property in NC, maintenance charges, contracts, bafra area etc etc etc, the list goes on and on I am astounded. Of course we need to here every point of view but my goodness lets keep it in perspective, we are in the v v fortunate position of buying a holiday home on a lovely island. here in the uk at the moment many people are struggling just to keep a roof over their head at home. What is it about people that generate all this doom and gloom. If I had seen all these comments before my visit I seriously wonder if we would have went ahead.

Lets just thank our lucky stars and look forward to our little place in the sun!

xxx

Linus


Joined: 04/05/2008
Posts: 281

Message Posted:
10/01/2009 19:42

Hi Beatrice



Glad you like your apt at Thallassa. A friend of mine has also bought there. I have bought a Turkish Title apt in Guzelyurt which is a beachfront apt. I must admit i was torn between there and Thallassa which I know is a beautiful area on the Karpass. We are just near the border crossing which takes you to Troodoos and went for this site eventually because it was more central on the island. If there is a peace settlement it will be fantastic. We like you wanted Turkish Title and they are few and far between and more expensive but still a good investment.



I know what you mean about all the doom and gloom on the site. The British have a reputation as doom and gloom merchants. But take it with a pinch of salt I do.I dont things are half a bad as people make out. Think positive and give peace a chance. North Cyprus is a beautiful place and we should enjoy our holiday homes



Regards



Linus

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
10/01/2009 21:56

Hi Linus,

thanks for your kind words. Glad you are happy with your apartment. There is something in the British mentality I think so yes I will just ignore the negative comments and continue to look forward to our wee place in the sun. Like you it I thought it was worth seeking out the pre 74 title, Its disheartening when you hear so many people whinging - good to get some positive vibes.

thanks again

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 11:16

I am with Beatrice and Linus - we have also bought at Thalassa and can't wait for it to be finished. At the moment everything is on schedule and lets hope it is everyhting we wanted and expected - looks great. It is unfortunate that bad news srories always appear to outweigh good news. I have never been to Cyprus but will be going in June to have a look at the Thalassa area - Good News sories please - it is obvious that so many people really love TRNC,



Albie

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 11:26

mess 101 - People loving TRNC - there is a bloke, met him about 3 months ago, live Lapta way as i recall....





Nick

The-Wicks


Joined: 27/05/2007
Posts: 2279

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 11:35

Message 101 - just out of curiosity, may I ask why you have bought a place in a country you have never visited? I know us Brits have a reputation for whinging, but you may do well to take note of both sides of the story - there are a lot of people here with cautionary tales as well as those who are more than happy.

J

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 11:37

Yes. I wonder bhow many other people have purchased here without evere visiting this place?

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 15:50

I wouldn't recommend others doing what we did and purchasing without visiting but it seemed a good idea at the time and I liked the look of the place - internet only - and the development. We have had many moments when we have questioned our own sanity but are keeping our fingers crossed that it all works out. We are not people with lots of money and so this is a gamble - but one that we hope will come off. Our intention is to use it for our own purposes rather than a way of tryiing to make a few pounds,



Albie

The-Wicks


Joined: 27/05/2007
Posts: 2279

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 15:53

Albie - hope all goes well for you. There are some positive results out there as well!



Bill - quite a lot, I fear

Jean

jay76


Joined: 17/07/2008
Posts: 532

Message Posted:
12/01/2009 15:53

you got balls of steel, you will be allright

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
16/01/2009 20:58

mess 105 - Good luck with your trip. Im sure you wont be disappointed! also good on you for being brave enough to make the decision when it felt so right!

I have travelled quite a bit and NC has a charm all of it's own. You will love it. very time we go we feel so comfortable as soon as we step of the plane. keep thinking positive and keep us posted on your thoughts.

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
17/01/2009 17:24

Hi Beatrice, we are in Thalassa Blck 8 and so will not be too far away from you - when we are sat on our terraces looking out at the sea (can't wait) watching the sun sink down we will know how lucky we are and what a great decision we have made,



Albie

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
18/01/2009 18:50

thats right Albie, that is a very pleasant thought to keep in your head! What's life if you cant take the occasional "punt". Look forward to meeting you once we are all settled in.

best wishes

RedSnapper


Joined: 12/08/2008
Posts: 540

Message Posted:
18/01/2009 18:52

Like the Punt i took with Turtle Bay Village?

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
20/01/2009 21:56

sorry I dont understand is this a rhetorical question or are u actually asking for an opinion?

RedSnapper


Joined: 12/08/2008
Posts: 540

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 00:38

I shouldn`t think your question actually needs to be answered 8-)

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 12:13

whatever ....

irishwrath


Joined: 22/12/2008
Posts: 124

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 13:30

Come back in two years time and see if your still so happy.



when you are sat on our terraces looking out at the sea (can't wait) watching your bank balance sink down you will know how lucky you are and what a great decision you have made, or as you walk along you boulders ( sorry beach ), the sun sets over the crap left on site and a misty heat haze rises off the waste land ( sorry gardens ) and arie's dog does a big steaming turd next to the pool, you feel a gentle breeze blow in from the sea and it flutters the ripped tatty pool umbrella's and blows over the flimsy pool shower as the moon shimmers off your green slimy pools



That is if you have lights on, if not all you will see is dark then the local hospital.

irishwrath


Joined: 22/12/2008
Posts: 124

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 16:40

Sorry about that last post, I had just read the reply we had from ariel and was in a bad frame of mind.



Does not make it any less true but should have said nothing.

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 16:52

thankyou for your apology - do you feel it necessary to be so nasty?

Maybe jealousy does strange things to people.!

I cant speak for everyone but believe me mate whatever happens I have no worries about my bank balance, nor do I intend to. So please dont worry on my behalf.

I still believe it will all come good, but if it goes pear shaped then we will just cut our losses and ourchase elsewhere.

You are entitled to your opinion - though I didnt ask for it - it is still no excuse to be so thoroughly unpleasant.

beachboy


Joined: 12/04/2008
Posts: 11

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 18:12

This was definitely uncalled for. I am not sure why irishwrath is interested in advising us about what we have purchased . We certainly did not ask for his advice when we bought this property. yOU MIGHT BE MISERABLE i AM CERTAINLY NOT

irishwrath


Joined: 22/12/2008
Posts: 124

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 19:16

Yes it was very nasty of me you are quite right to call me on it, it was very rude of me.



I can only say once again sorry for that post if any of the mods could delete it that would be greatly appreciated.

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 19:30

thanks irish wrath it takes a bigger guy to admit when he is in the wrong.

something has made you very angry and we were obviously caught in the cross fire.

RedSnapper


Joined: 12/08/2008
Posts: 540

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 22:52

You`ll be alright irish, it`s understandable you getting a bit hot under the collar.

Many people out of the 350 feel as though they`ve ordered a fillet and been served a burger.

Instead of the owners getting together for a celebration flying to Cyprus for a crisis meeting, not what was expected on the buying trip.

I think Thallassa Beach will be better as the developers will have learnt and the purchasers will be more aware, probably to the cost of those at TBV.

Steve1953



Joined: 04/12/2008
Posts: 298

Message Posted:
22/01/2009 12:33

Dear All, the main reservation I had about Thalassa was the cost of suppying water,gas,electricity,road,telephone lines for pc's etc.



Have this costs been included in the sale price of your apartments. I have your concerns at heart,and I am not trying to be negative - just realistic. kind regards ,Steve

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
22/01/2009 12:53

Well to be fair thats the whole point of moaning at people to register on :



WWW.THALASSAOWNERS.COM



I've said it a million times,there are at least 140 owners who look at this board or our board and have never registered,some of you have emailed me why,thats fine.



But everyone else unless you let us know who you are,we can't make sure Thalassa is as good as we expected,and if anything did require everyone acting together you only have yourselves to blame at a later date.



We're already having a dialogue with Kensington and making sure we know answers to questions before people start querying stuff,so its in everyones best interests to work together.



So please do register,its simple and takes 2 minutes and join in,rather than lurk,even post a hello,its better than nothing.



And hopefully we'll have a better experience at Thalassa than Irishwrath has had at TBV.



Cheers Stu

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
25/01/2009 15:24

hi Steve

yes these costs have already been factored in to the cost of our apartments. we have to pay for our electricity/water meters estimated at around 300GBP.

You are correct people do have to be aware of extra costs creeping in.

Franko


Joined: 28/04/2008
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
25/01/2009 19:10

Hi all!



Been a long time since I wrote on this, thought it was no longer going. I am in Unit 8 G03. I visited the site in May last year when they started digging up the dirt. I am an Aussie based in Oman, and look forward to meeting everyone and enjoying BBQs.



Well done everyone, you should be very proud of your purchase!



Franko

Beatrice


Joined: 08/01/2009
Posts: 25

Message Posted:
26/01/2009 00:11

hi Franko

great to get such positive vibes!

Hope it all lives up to our expectations,

we will be in block 10 108.

lookin forward to those wonderful sunsets



Beatrice

albie


Joined: 21/02/2008
Posts: 40

Message Posted:
26/01/2009 14:26

Hi Franko - we are in block 8 also - can't wait - no gloom and doom here - progerss looks great to date,



Albie

stusimpson


Joined: 06/08/2007
Posts: 178

Message Posted:
26/01/2009 15:27

Are you registered Franko on the above forum,couldn't find you?



Stu

queue


Joined: 07/04/2008
Posts: 8

Message Posted:
08/02/2009 13:23

Franko and Albie, we're also in Block 8 - G04.



Quentin and Emma

irishwrath


Joined: 22/12/2008
Posts: 124

Message Posted:
08/02/2009 13:40

Hi all



I think it is really very important you register on your own forum stu has set up, it is the best way for all you owners to keep in touch and form relationships pre build.



You will also need to form a committee, and will need to vote on stu forum.

queue


Joined: 07/04/2008
Posts: 8

Message Posted:
09/02/2009 15:39

Irishwrath - thanks for your comments, i'm already registered and find the site that Stu set up most useful.



Regards,



Q.