Seriously thinking of retiring here...advice on where?

[Monty]

Hi All
What a great thread a nice and lively debate, so glad to have found this site, well as you can guess my good lady and my self are also thinking of moveing to cyprus, Not another one i hear you all say.
Well it will not be for at least another 3 to 4 years by then i should be about ready as the good lady can take early retirement, my self ? probaly will have to find work because the way she spends money wont be able to last on our saveings. good discusion and i will keep readind the threads.
Cheers Every body
David.

[yummymummy150]

Welcome David, nice to have you join us.Sure you will have lots off Q
over the next few years Hope you get over for a few holidays before then
Good luck with your plans.
Tricia

[Monty]

Hi Tricia
Just started a new thread ( geordie couple )
Regards
David

[rita-jason]

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

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

[adamgard]

Hi Dave & Elle
Paphos has lousy beaches unless you are an Olympic swimmer - Coral Bay is good abut a long way to go for a swim. The best beaches in Cyprus are in the East - dozens of blue flag beaches with great sand and clear water (Fig Tree Bay, Protaras, Aiya Napa etc). can't be beaten until Famagusta returns to the fold then what price Paphos? Come out by all means but rent first and foremost until you are happy with the location then buy if you still want to from a personally recommended developer or agent and you won't go far wrong. Adam

[Pam n Dave]

We are just getting the the end of our first year here and are not regretting it one bit.

We did our homework first to identify which part of the island we wanted to live in then decided to rent for the first year and it has worked for us.

The house in the UK was rented out and we had to be prepared to move quickly, the main problem that we have had is with customs as we had to bring out our cars. The importation process is long and drawn out and there is no guarantee that the cars will be allowed in duty free.

The rest of the paperwork was straight forward but the UK paperwork was the worst. Alistar Darling will still take your money and leave you to jump through the hoops before giving it you back.

During the summer we spent a lot of time at a local beach and have got into snorkeling, although we don't have any commitments we often wonder where the time went as it goes so quickly.

So my advice is plan carefully then act.

Dave.

[jeffrey Streets]

Please take my advice and dont come to Cyprus. There are other places like Spain which are better then Cyprus. I can recommend some good sites on line that can provide you with all the information you need and a lot cheaper.

I dont want my secluded fishing spot ruined by screaming kids or having to queue for my fish and chips and the shops running out of Keo. I am so happy here.... so go, go far away and leave us in peace.

South of France is good this time of year too................................. maybe Scotland would be better...if its sking you like. Cyprus is too hot and the sea too warm you wont enjoy it...and the wine so cheap and full of goodness.....and the women...well what can I say............you have been warned!!!

[yummymummy150]

Originally Posted by jeffrey Streets

Please take my advice and dont come to Cyprus. There are other places like Spain which are better then Cyprus. I can recommend some good sites on line that can provide you with all the information you need and a lot cheaper.

I dont want my secluded fishing spot ruined by screaming kids or having to queue for my fish and chips and the shops running out of Keo. I am so happy here.... so go, go far away and leave us in peace.

South of France is good this time of year too................................. maybe Scotland would be better...if its sking you like. Cyprus is too hot and the sea too warm you wont enjoy it...and the wine so cheap and full of goodness.....and the women...well what can I say............you have been warned!!!

Well jeff ,sorry i have just moved here sold house in scotland no going back.
if only i had seen your post before lol never mind , no kids and i dont drink keo
can i stay lol,
Tricia x

[Veronica]

Originally Posted by yummymummy150

Well jeff ,sorry i have just moved here sold house in scotland no going back.
if only i had seen your post before lol never mind , no kids and i dont drink keo
can i stay lol,
Tricia x

Watch it tricia or he'll be inviting himself to Sunday dinner and leave you with the washing up too.

[yummymummy150]

thats ok can do a nice roast dinner for 40€ for that i will wash up for free lol