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Originally Posted by Dave n Elle
Hi everyone
Firstly I would like to say what a fab forum this seems to be and secondly to apologise for this Q if some of you are rolling your eyes!
Dave and I will be in the position of being able to buy a property pretty soon. Currently we live in the UK, but have a home in Spain. Don’t ask me why but for some reason I am very much drawn to Cyprus!
Being a total ignoramus and knowing pretty much nothing about the area (except the currency and some of the conflicts) I was wondering if anyone can give me a rough idiots guide as to where is the best place on the island to retire to? We are young (ish).. last time I looked 40’s wasn’t old!! But are seriously contemplating enjoying our retirement life out there in the not too distant future.
I am more than happy to read up on Cyprus, but before I go gun-tallying and buying every single book on the place, I thought I would ask you guys…..after all you are the pros!
As to our requirements.. quite simple.. kids all grown up, so schooling is not of importance to us, I do love the beach and scuba diving, so close would be nice. We both love a bit of quiet, but not looking for total reclusement. Something with some life, but can get away if need be!?!?
Thank you in advance!
Elle
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Hello Dave n Elle, Glad someone else thinks 40 ish is still young!!We planned to retire early and spend our time out here just enjoying ourselves,but after having sold our family estate agency business in the uk last year,we are now finding that we miss not working,and have now started a new(small)buisness venture helping people buy property SAFELY out here.
We are living up in Peyia,where some say it's a little British,but we love it,everything you need is a short drive away,but you also have good facilities up in the village(there are a couple of good tavernas too
)The beach is only down the hill in Coral Bay(this can be crowded in the summer months),but we love to swim in the little bay up the main road called Agios Georgios,where you can see some of the local fishermen go back and forth and just above the bay there is a fish restaurant where all the local cypriots go(which is a good sign)so you can while away an hour or two up there looking out to sea..
Others have said you need to come out and get a feel for the areas before you think of buying,and they are so right.It takes quite a bit of time to get used to the areas,you will probably change your minds several times!The main thing is take your time,don't be rushed,as this is a big step and you need to get it right.
My daughter,who's just going to turn 22,has just come out here to stay permanently,she has found a little job down in Coral Bay-hopefully she will have a better quality of life here,as the uk is not good at the mo.Do you have any qualms about leaving your children behind?
Well,i could go on forever(sorry!!),hope this helps a little,Regards Rita & Jason Jupe