Monte-Carlo SBM To Open The Jawhar Resort In Marrakech

Monte-Carlo SBM, world renowned provider of luxury experiences, is launching its very first international development outside of the Principality of Monaco with Aerium Atlas Management.

Jawhar which means ‘Jewel' in Arabic is an exclusive private resort which is located in the historic Menara District of Marrakech, Morocco's alluring city of the desert, only a few minutes away from the airport and the medina.

Jawhar includes an exclusive 14 hectare resort set in majestic landscaped grounds. It features a gastronomic restaurant ‘Spoon' by renowned chef Alain Ducasse, a prestigious wellness centre by multi-award winning ESPA, which has one of Dr. Nadia Wolf's 8-elements preventative health centers, and a 93-suite hotel with a Royal Suite.

There is also a state-of-the art cinema, business conference facilities, exclusive adult and children's VIP members clubs and a casino.



The Menara District itself features the legendary Menara Gardens and is to be the future home of a new luxury retail boulevard and a landmark museum designed by world-famous architect Sir David Chipperfield, with landscaped parks, squares and tree-lined boulevards providing discreet privacy.

Jawhar is most remarkable for its extraordinary collection of 25 private residences, the first homes ever to be managed by Monte-Carlo SBM.

Interiors of these outstanding properties are by celebrated French interior designer Jacques Grange, whose famous clients include Jackie Kennedy, Yves Saint Laurent and Valentino Garavani.

South African Luxury Mansion on Eccleston Crescent

Uninterrupted breathtaking views. Set within an exclusive guarded enclave lies this stunning architectural Masterpiece on approx 1 Acre (±1800m² U/R). Spectacular canvas awaiting the discerning owner – walls of glass, never ending windowscapes of landsc gardens & pool. Amazing trilevel home – 5 bedrooms en-suite & guest suites – study – banquet sized recept rooms – wine/cigar & music lounges – games room – chef’s kitchen fully fitted with the best – gym room – home theatre – full home automation.

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 5

Half Bathrooms: 1

Style: Contemporary

Property Type: Single Family Home

Unique Amenities
•3+ Fireplaces
•Media Room/Home Theater

•4 Car Garage
•Security System

•Gardens
•Staff Quarters

•Granite Countertops
•Steam Room

•Hardwood Flooring
•Terrace/Outdoor Space

•In-Home Fitness Center
•Wine Cellar/Grotto

•Library

$3,516,422 USD

Luxurious Marrakech mansion with sensational views of the Atlas Mountains

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Luxurious Marrakech real estate
with sensational views of the Atlas Mountains

This real estate in Marrackech truly outstanding. It is a vast estate, located 25 km from Marrakech city centre, boasting 2,656m² of living space. Tucked away among the olive groves, this unique property is dominated by the view of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains.

The estate comprises two Marrakech villas; one contemporary villa of 965m² and a traditional Kasbah of 867m² along with patios of 600m².

The contemporary villa features a vast living room with fireplace (96m²), indoor pool, an enormous dining room (61m²), a generous kitchen (36m²), a huge master bedroom (40m²), office (38m²), a gym and two terraces. The Kasbah features a dining room with fireplace (23m²), kitchen, lounge with fireplace (22m²), a massive patio (350m²) and four suites (ranging between 36m² and 66m²). This luxury villa estate boasts eight bedrooms in total.

There are also two pavilions of 224m² in total, of which one is used as staff quarters.

The residence boasts 360 degrees panoramic views including the stunning Atlas Mountains. The 6 hectares (15 acres) of landscaped grounds include open lawns, a huge bamboo alleyway, majestic palm trees, a rose garden, an orchard with approximately 100 fruit trees, an orange grove, a kitchen garden, 50 old olive trees and eucalyptus hedges.

A heated infinity pool (15 x 7m) with a 200m² pool house fully equipped with hammam and sun deck

For anyone buying property in Marrakech, this is an extraordinary residence in a truly magical setting.

Email: info @ signatureresidencesworldwide.com - Tel:             +44 (0)20 7095 8701      

Chris Kuruneri mansion in Cape Town, South Africa

One of two luxury homes owned by former Zimbabwean finance minister Christopher Kuruneri in an exclusive suburb is to be sold by auction.

Kuruneri was relieved of his cabinet position after it was revealed that he spent millions nearly a decade ago purchasing two homes in Llandudno, Cape Town – a suburb popular with movie stars and wealthy businessmen.

One of the houses, a six-bedroom double-storey overlooking the beach, will go under the hammer on Thursday.

The home boasts unspoilt views of the ocean , but its former tenants complained of mou ld and damp.

The tenants, a German couple, packed up and left the Apostle Road home last year.

Kuruneri purchased the house for R5-million in 2002 and spent another R1-million on renovations.

The former minister is reportedly selling the house to raise cash to fund the completion of his second home in the suburb – a four-storey mansion in nearby Sunset Avenue.

However, property developer Chris Hayman, who looks after Kuruneri’s home in South Africa, refused to say if the auction was being held to raise cash for the Sunset Avenue property.

“That’s a decision my client will have to make,” he said.

Building work on the Sunset Avenue property came to a halt when Mugabe charged Kuruneri with breaking Zimbabwe’s strict exchange-control laws by purchasing the two properties.

Kuruneri was acquitted of the charges, which he vehemently denied, in 2007.

Kuruneri approached Cape-based auctioneer Andrew Koch two months ago in a bid to rid himself of the property.

The luxury home has been on the market since about 2008.

Besides the two mansions in Llandudno, Kuruneri owns a R2.5-million flat in Sea Point.

Describing the house up for auction this week, Koch said: “It’s a modernly styled house on the outside but it has got quite nice and soft features on the inside.

“The idea behind the auction is to get the best cash offer from the market, which is what the owner wants to consider,” Koch said.

“He is a genuine seller, he really wants to sell.”

http://zimbabweonlinepress.com/index.php?news=3235

Ghana presidential palace, The Golden Jubilee House

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Golden Jubilee House is a presidential palace in Accra which serves as a residence and office to the President of Ghana. It replaced the seat of government at Osu Castle. The original budget of $30m was a loan from the Indian government. However BBC journalist David Amanor reported the construction may have cost as much as $45–50m. Building of the palace was overseen by an Indian contractor who used Ghanaian sub-contractors.

Notable events

• In 2002, thousands of Liberian women led by Leymah Gbowee staged a silent protest outside the previous Presidential Palace in Accra and demanded a resolution to the country’s civil war. Their actions brought about an agreement that achieved peace in Liberia after a 14-year civil war. The story is told in a 2008 documentary film called Pray the Devil Back to Hell.

• In July 2009, U.S. President Barack Obama and his family were hosted by Ghana's President John Atta Mills to a breakfast at the Osu Castle.

Criticism

The construction of this building was criticized by the opposition party NDC during the 2008 elections. According to them, the money used in the construction of this building should have been utilized in rural areas of Ghana which lack basic human requirements such as food and education.

Namibia State house, President's residence in Namibia

The State house of the Republic of Namibia

MARRAKECH, L Mansion Palace, Morroco - Where luxury meets traditions

LOCATION: km 9 Rt de Ourzazate, km from Marrakech Train Station

ROOMS : 12


Recreating the majesty and splendour of the Alhambra in Granada, L Mansion is a sumptuous Andalusian-style guest palace whose décor was elaborated at the hands of the finest craftsmen in the kingdom, revealing the delicacy of zellige mosaics and the magnificence of hand painted wainscotting. You will be greeted by the soft whispers of the refreshing fountains' trickling water and the rich fragrances of the lush gardens' citrus and olive trees. This luxurious retreat offers sophisticated accommodations combined with incomparable discretion of Moroccan hospitality.

All of the hotel's guestrooms have been tastefully styled to guarantee a pleasant and comfortable stay. In each one, you will find an authentic Moorish-style décor as well as modern amenities, in line with the needs and expectations of today's travellers. L Mansion also offers a superb traditional dining lounge and an ample outdoor pool, perfect for lounging next to and soaking up the Moroccan sun, or taking a fresh dip. It also presents a full host of leisure facilities, such as a billiards room, a ping-pong area, a fitness room, hammam, a tennis court, and even an outdoor tea room overlooking the summits of Atlas mountains. Also perfect for all your business affairs, you'll find the fabulous Moorish pavilion. Furthermore, the hotel provides cooking lessons, and even WiFi in the lounge areas.

L Mansion is located just outside the city of Marrakesh, only 10 minutes away from both downtown and the airport. This location makes it convenient and relaxing, just far enough outside of the hustle-and-bustle of the city, yet close enough to reach the centre without any difficulties whatsoever.


















































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