Category Archives: Sitges

Casa de estilo ibicenco en venta con impresionantes vistas al mar en Sitges LFS4038

Esta moderna y acogedora casa familiar en venta cerca de Sitges fue construida en 2004 siguendo un estilo Ibicenco y cuenta con una superficie útil de 370 m2 y una espaciosa parcela privada de 1.300 m2.

Es una de las mejores casas en venta en Can Girona gracias a su atractivo precio y sus características excepcionales.

La casa tiene mucha luz natural, amplias estancias y dormitorios grandes.

La mezcla de un diseño moderno de planta abierta con acabados rústicos la convierten en una casa familiar ideal.

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“Ibicenco” style house for sale with stunning sea views in Sitges LFS4038

This modern yet cosy family home for sale near Sitges was built in 2004 in ‘Ibicenco style’ and offers 370m2 of living space and a generous private plot of 1.300m2.

It is one of the best houses for sale in Can Girona due to its attractive price and outstanding features.

The house has abundant natural light with large open spaces and good sized bedrooms.

The combination of its open-plan contemporary design with rustic finishes makes it an ideal family home.

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Outstanding luxury villa for sale in Sitges LFS1909

This is a truly stunning bright and spacious designer property in one of the most sought-after residential areas of Sitges. Great views and outside spaces.

This spectacular designer house for sale in Sitges is located in the exclusive urbanization of Quint Mar. The property has a constructed area of 350 m2, between 4 and 6 bedrooms depending on how you want to use the space, a swimming pool, jacuzzi and 7 terraces, all with impressive views of the sea and Sitges.

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Guía de Lucas Fox de… Sitges

Lucas Fox Guide to Sitges

El amplio y largo paseo marítimo, las limpias playas de arena, un extenso parque nacional y la proximidad a Barcelona, al aeropuerto y a los colegios privados han hecho de Sitges un lugar favorito para muchas familias internacionales durante los últimos años. Se estima que un 35% de los habitantes de Sitges provienen del norte de Europa, principalmente del Reino Unido, Escandinavia, Francia y Holanda. Las hermosas playas, la vibrante vida nocturna, los restaurantes, los clubes de golf, los puertos deportivos y las viviendas, tan deseadas, también son populares entre la jet-set internacional, muchos de los cuales han denominado a Sitges como la “Sant Tropez de España”.

En los últimos años, Sitges se ha ganado la reputación de paraíso cultural y centro creativo, después de que el pintor catalán Santiago Rusiñol viviera en esta localidad durante los meses de verano en 1891. En la década de 1960, la ciudad se convirtió en un centro del movimiento de la contracultura durante la dictadura de Franco y desde entonces se ha convertido en un destino popular entre la comunidad gay. El Carnaval, que normalmente tiene lugar entre los meses de febrero y marzo, es una celebración muy popular en Sitges. Las celebraciones comienzan el Jueves Lardero (“Dijous Gras”, en catalán) con la llegada del rey Carnaval (Rei Carnestoltes). Desde el momento en que aparece hasta el entierro de la sardina -en la tarde del miércoles de Ceniza- la fiesta no para…
El Festival de Cine de Sitges es uno de los más populares de Europa, y es considerado como el festival internacional más importante que se especializa en las películas de fantasía y de terror. Fundado en 1967, el festival se celebra normalmente cada año a principios de octubre.

Las principales actividades económicas de Sitges se basan en el turismo y en la cultura: hay más de 4.500 plazas hoteleras, la mitad de la cuales pertenecen a hoteles de cuatro estrellas. Sus 17 playas, excelente gastronomía, tiendas de alta calidad y calles pintorescas han atraído a una multitud de visitantes a lo largo de los años, muchos de los cuales han optado por trasladarse a Sitges de manera permanente o han comprado una segunda residencia.

“Sitges es un lugar único del litoral catalán por muchas razones” explica Juan Torregrosa de la oficina de Lucas Fox de Sitges “Su fantástico clima, protegido por el macizo del Garraf, su entorno, lleno de vegetación exuberante, sus bonitas playas y calas, su precioso casco antiguo, con excelentes instalaciones deportivas, y sus tiendas y colegios internacionales hacen de Sitges una ubicación privilegiada. Además, la localidad está bien comunicada por carretera y tren al aeropuerto así como al centro de Barcelona”

Lucas Fox tiene una excelente selección de propiedades en venta en Sitges, desde apartamentos situados en el casco antiguo de Sitges y en el paseo marítimo, pasando por chalets de lujo en primera línea de mar en venta en las zonas de Vinyet y Terramar, y casas exclusivas en venta con piscinas y vistas al mar en las zonas de Can Girona, La Levantina y Vallpineda, o casas familiares en las zonas de Montgavina, Quint Mar y Santa Bárbara.

En las montañas situadas detrás de Sitges y del pueblo de Sant Pere de Ribes hay varias urbanizaciones donde se pueden encontrar casas con piscinas como el Mas Mestre, Las Colinas y Can Súria. En el Parque Natural del Garraf, detrás de Sitges, hay algunas casas de campo y mansiones espectaculares.

Éstas son algunas de nuestras propiedades más espectaculares en venta en la zona de Sitges:

Casa de diseño y de lujo en Sitges. Jardín, seguridad las 24 horas y una piscina infinita. Una villa espaciosa y luminosa, con diseño de alta calidad.

Magnífica casa de 5 dormitorios en la zona de Quint Mar de Sitges con vistas al puerto de Aiguadolç y el mar. Situada cerca del centro de Sitges y de Barcelona

Tres fabulosas casas adosadas de nueva construcción ubicadas en Mas Alba, una tranquila zona residencial de San Pere de Ribes. Magníficas vistas. Precio reducido.

Casa de lujo para renovar en el Paseo Marítimo de Sitges. Propiedad catalogada de estilo modernista, ideal como una casa de lujo o un hotel boutique

Casa de lujo ubicada en Santa Bárbara, cerca de una urbanización segura, en el centro de Sitges. Fantásticas vistas al mar y a la ciudad. Bonito jardín y piscina.

Para obtener más información sobre cualquiera de estas propiedades, por favor, póngase en contacto con Juan Torregrosa: juan.t@lucasfox.com +34 672 156 894 (m) +34 933 562 989 (w)

Lucas Fox guide to…Sitges

Lucas Fox Guide to Sitges

The long wide promenades, stretches of clean, sandy beaches, vast national park and proximity to Barcelona, airport and private schools have made Sitges a firm favourite for many international families over recent years. An estimated 35% of Sitges inhabitants are from Northern Europe, mainly from the UK, Scandinavia, France and Holland. Its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife, popular restaurants, golf clubs, marinas and desirable property are also popular with the international jet-set, many of whom have labelled it the ‘Sant Tropez of Spain’.

In recent years, Sitges has developed a reputation as an artist’s haven and a creative hub, after the Catalan painter Santiago Rusiñol lived there during the summer months in the 19^th century. In the 1960s, the town became a centre for ‘counterculture’ during the reign of Franco and has since become a popular destination among the gay community. ‘Carnaval’ is a huge celebration for the town, normally taking place between the months of February and March. The festivities begin on ‘Dijous Gras’, or Fat Thursday, with the arrival of the King Carnestoltes. From the moment he appears until the burial of the sardine — late in the afternoon of Ash Wednesday- the partying is non-stop.
The Sitges Film Festival is one of the most recognizable ones held in Europe, considered the world’s foremost international festival specializing in fantasy and horror movies. Established in 1967, the festival normally takes place every year in early October.

Sitges’ economy is based on tourism and culture with more than 4,500 hotel beds, half of them in four-star hotels. Its 17 beaches, excellent gastronomy, high quality shops and quaint streets have proved popular with visitors for decades, many of whom have chosen to either move to the town permanently or buy second homes.

“Sitges is a unique location on the Catalan coast for many reasons” explains Juan Torregosa of the Lucas Fox Sitges office “ Its fantastic climate, protected by the Garraf mountain range, its lush green surroundings, its beaches and pretty coves, the beautiful Old Town , excellent sports facilities, great shopping and international schools all make Sitges a privileged location. In addition the town is well connected by road and rail to the airport as well as the centre of Barcelona”

Lucas Fox has an excellent selection of Sitges real estate for sale from apartments in Sitges Old town and the beachfront area to luxury beachfront villas for sale in the areas of Vinyet and Terramar, to exclusive houses for sale with pools and sea views in the areas of Can Girona, La Levantina and Vallpineda, to family homes in the areas of Montgavina, Quint Mar and Santa Barbara.

In the hills behind Sitges and the town of Sant Pere de Ribes there are a number of developments where you can find villas with pools such as Mes Mestre, Las Colinas and Can Suria. In the Garraf natural park behind Sitges there are some spectacular country houses and mansions.

Here are a few of our most eye-catching properties for sale in the Sitges area:

Luxury designer house in Sitges. Garden, 24 hour security and an infinity pool. A apacious and bright villa with high quality design.

Superb 5-bedroom villa in the Quint Mar area of Sitges with views to the Aiguadolc port and sea. Located near to the town centre and Barcelona

Three fabulous new semi-detached properties are located in Mas Alba,quiet residential area in San Pere de Ribes. Fabulous views. Reduced Price.

Luxury property to renovate on the Paseo Maritimo, Sitges . Modernist style listed property, ideal as a luxury house or a boutique hotel

Luxury house located in Santa Barbara, a secure development close to the centre of Sitges. Fantastic views of the sea and town. Lovely garden and pool area.

For more information on any of these properties please contact Juan Torregrosa juan.t@lucasfox.com +34 672 156 894 (m) +34 933 562 989 (w)

Setting sail from Barcelona

Since the 1992 Olympic Games and the increasing profile of the Barcelona World Race, sailing in and around Barcelona has undergone something of a resurgence in the last twenty years or so and has opened up the city to the sea. It may come as a surprise to some that sailing is the sport which has given Spain the most Olympic medals. Barcelona boasts two yacht clubs – the Real Club Nautico and the Real Club Maritimo – and four well equipped marinas – Port Olimpic, Port Forum, Marina Badalona and Port Vell – the latter of which is in the process of being re-modeled to accommodate SuperYachts up to 160m.
For many the attraction of Barcelona as a sailing base lies in its climate. Compared to other sailing bases, you can get onto the water practically the whole year round. This, in addition to low rents in the winter months means that the likes of the Catalan capital remain attractive to boat owners outside high season. “Barcelona was a well kept secret as a locatin to keep your boat all year,” explains John Audabran of Barcelona Private Yacht Services “Prior to creating my own Company I used to head the Marketing department of Marina Port Vell and over the years a large community of sailors from many parts of the world decided to live onboard in the old port. Lots of couples from the UK moved there – they even created their own radio station. The saying was ‘with more than 300 days of sunshine why go back to rainy England to be cold and miserable’. It’s also a lot cheaper to live here”

Sailing from Barcelona offers many possibilities. For those who fancy a day-trip, you can sail south of Barcelona to the vibrant town of Sitges and its long sandy beaches. If you are feeling more adventurous, sail further south to historic Tarragona or even Valencia, but allow at least a week for your trip. Sailing north you can discover the breathtaking bays and coves of the Costa Brava with its numerous stop-off points including AiguaBlava, Calella de Palafrugell, Llafranc, L’Estartit, the bay of Roses and the stunning town of Cadaques on the Cap de Creus Peninsula “A trip up to the Costa brava will take a good 18 hours of sailing time,” warns John Audabran “but who needs to rush? A four day trip would be better.”
The Balearics is also a popular destination. The sun-kissed ancient Mediterranean Port of Palma provides an excellent base for discovering the Balearic capital. If you have a week or more to spare, you can discover Ibiza, Menorca, Formentera…

If you are thinking of registering a sailing boat, you’ll need to do so if the vessel spends more than half the year in Spanish waters. The majority of the Maritime Authorities are able to register (or re-register) vessels. The cost of registration includes a matriculation tax of 12 percent of the vessel’s value. “To charter a yacht in Spain the boat needs to be commercially registered and paperwork indicating that the VAT was paid on the hull,” explains Audabran. “Then a lengthy process of bureaucracy begins with the application for a Charter permit”
A sailing permit (titulo de recreo) is not needed to sail the likes of motor boats of up to 4 metres in length and power less than 10Kw, sailing boats up to 5 metres in length, kayaks and canoes. All other vessels, however, can only be handled by a person holding the appropriate licence. Failure to have a licence may result in the vessel being confiscated or a hefty fine, so it is advisable to do your homework before setting sail…

Check out some Lucas Fox luxury properties close to the Barcelona’s Marinas below

Ultra modern penthouse apartment in Villa Olimpica with private terraces and sea views just 500m from the beach

Duplex apartment in Villa Olimpica with stunning sea views

Unique house in Villa Olimpica just five minutes walk to the beach. Private and tranquil with excellent natural light and private terrace. Reduced price.

25th floor duplex penthouse apartment in Diagonal Mar. Barcelona property to buy with panoramic sea and city views in an exclusive beachfront area.

The best penthouse apartment in Diagonal Mar, Barcelona with incredible views over the Mediterranean. This duplex flat is one of Barcelona’s finest properties. Reduced price.

Designer loft in a renovated factory in El Borne. Great space, high ceilings, original features, and lots of light. Walking distance to Port Vell.

If you are interesting in viewing any of the above properties or any other property on the Lucas Fox website please contact the office on (+34) 933 562 989 or via email info@lucasfox.com , or please Click Here

If you are interested in chartering a yacht please you can contact John Audabran of Barcelona Private Yacht Services on +34 606118242 or via email audabran@bpys.es

Breathtaking architect designed villa in the exclusive Terramar area of Sitges | LFS2939

5 Fantastic Things About the Sitges Film Festival

From 6 – 16 October 2011, Sitges again hosts the world’s premiere film festival focused on fantasy, science fiction and horror cinema. International film cognoscenti and the industry’s up-and-coming talents descend on the Catalonian seaside paradise of Sitges for 10 days to showcase new films and cult classics. Producers, stars and the creative talent will network, and aficionados will celebrate the realm of fantasy-related genres. We share our top 5 fantastic things about this year’s Sitges Film Festival (aka the International Fantastic Film Festival of Catalonia).

1. Bryan Singer

Director Bryan Singer is one of the guests of honor at this year's Sitges Film Festival

One of the fantasy film industry’s greatest names – Bryan Singer – will be presented with the Sitges 2011 Grand Honorary Award at the Sitges Film Festival this year. For helping the X-Men cinema franchise live up to the potential the comic series always had, for his brilliantly adept film-making of The Usual Suspects and the disturbing Apt Pupil, and for creating one of the most fascinating primetime characters in House, this year’s Festival appropriately bestows its accolades on director Bryan Singer. It is a return to the festival for Singer who debuted his first movie at the Sitges Film Festival when he showed Public Access to an impressed audience in 1993. We all forgive you for the unnecessarily camp Superman Returns, and look forward to your forthcoming offerings Jack the Giant Killer and a movie version of the scifi favorite Battlestar Galactica. Mr Singer will also be hosting a masterclass during the festival for budding film makers and directors.

2. Luigi Cozzi

Italian horror filmmaker Luigi Cozzi will also be present to accept the Nosferatu Award for a career’s length commitment to the fantasy genre. His 80s cult classics Starcrash and Contamination-Alien Arriva Sulla Terra have strong fan bases here in Spain and no doubt the director will receive a standing ovation and loud cheering as local afficionados descend on Sitges to join Festival goers in paying their respects to one of the greats of the international fantasy cinematic world. Cozzi will also share his documentary Roma Fantastica, made last year, with Sitges Film Festival audiences.

3. The Jack Daniel’s Zombie Walk

Part cautionary tale for those who imbibe too much of the sponsors’ product (we prefer a single malt), and part signature festival event, this year’s Sitges Film Festival Zombie Walk takes place on Friday October 14 starting at 8.30 pm at the festival’s HQ, the Miramar Building and travelling through the streets of Sitges before finishing along the Paseig de la Ribera promenade. From 10 pm, the zombies show you how to (beach) party with music by Los Tiki Phantoms and DJ Nino from the Pinker Tones, courtesy of the renowned Benicassim International Festival. If your supplies of zombie make up a running low or you want that added look of realism, there will be a limited number of spots for makeup help from midday on the Friday.

4. Staying at a luxury villa in Sitges

Properties like this luxury villa in Sitges are available for short-term rental during the Sitges Film Festival

Like many in the fantasy industry who regularly make it an annual pilgrimage to the Sitges Film Festival, you can enjoy this key cinema event from a luxury villa in Sitges. Lucas Fox has a number of short term rentals available each year for the festival, making it an ideal way to enjoy the idyllic paradise surroundings of Sitges, rub shoulders with industry greats, and relax in luxury style.

5. The Thing 2011

This year’s Sitges Film Festival closes with a prequel to the John Carpenter classic, The Thing. Made by upcoming Dutch director Matthijs van Heijningen with a world cast that includes Mary Elizabeth Winstead (American), Joel Edgerton (Australian), and Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (English-born, ex-Milan model), this haunting tale of extraterrestrial growth in the Antarctic will have audiences on the edge of their seats right through to the end of this year’s programme.

Tweet us if you are going to Sitges Film Festival 2011 or tell us what your highlight will be in the comments below. We wish all festival-goers an exciting and entertaining Sitges Film Festival.

5 cosas fantásticas sobre el Festival Internacional de Cine de Sitges

Del 6 al 16 de octubre de 2011, Sitges volverá a acoger el festival internacional de estrenos cinematográficos centrados en el cine de fantasía, ciencia ficción y terror. Los cinéfilos del cine internacional y los talentos emergentes de la industria acudirán al paraíso costero catalán de Sitges durante 10 días para presentar películas nuevas y homenajear a los clásicos. Los productores, las estrellas y el talento creativo interactuarán en la red, y los aficionados celebrarán el reino los géneros relacionados con la fantasía. Compartimos con ustedes las mejores 5 cosas sobre el Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Cataluña (en inglés, Sitges Film Festival).

1. Bryan Singer

El director Bryan Singer es uno de los invitados de honor en esta edición del Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Sitges

Uno de los grandes nombres de la industria del cine fantástico – Bryan Singer – recibirá el Gran Premio Honorífico en el Festival de Cine de Sitges de este año. Este premio le será otorgado por ayudar a la franquicia cinematográfica X-Men estar a la altura del potencial que siempre han tenido los cómics, por su brillante habilidad cinematográfica de realizar las películas Sospechosos habituales (The Usual Suspects) y la aterradora Verano de corrupción (Apt Pupil), y por la creación de House, uno de los personajes más fascinantes en horas de más audiencia televisiva. El Festival de Sitges de este año sin duda otorga reconocimientos al director Bryan Singer. Será el retorno de Singer, quien debutó con su primera película en el Festival de Cine de Sitges en 1993, cuando mostró Public Access e impresionó a la audiencia. Todos le perdonamos por el innecesariamente afeminado Superman Returns, y esperamos con interés su próxima oferta de Jack the Giant Killer, y la adaptación de nuestra película de ciencia ficción favorita Galactica Battlestar. Singer también será el anfitrión de una clase magistral durante el festival para cineastas y directores incipientes.

2. Luigi Cozzi

El cineasta de terror italiano Luigi Cozzi también estará presente y recibirá el Premio Nosferatu por su largo compromiso de una carrera dedicada al género fantástico. Sus clásicos de los 80 Starcrash y Contamination-Alien Arriva Sulla Terra tienen una base sólida de seguidores en España y sin duda, el director recibirá una gran ovación de los aficionados locales que asistirán al Festival de Sitges para rendir homenaje a uno de los grandes del mundo del cine fantástico internacional. Cozzi también compartirá su documental Roma Fantastica, rodada el año pasado, con la audiencia del Festival Internacional de Cine Fantástico de Sitges.

3. Jack Daniel’s Zombie Walk

Parte de moraleja para aquellos que beben demasiados productos de los patrocinadores (nosotros preferimos un whisky de malta), y parte de la firma del evento del festival, el Zombie Walk del Festival de Sitges de este año se celebrará el viernes 14 de octubre a partir de las 20:30 en la sede del festival, el edificio Miramar, recorrerá las calles de Sitges y finalizará en el paseo marítimo Passeig de la Ribera. A partir de las 10 de la noche, los zombies os enseñarán cómo mover el cuerpo con la música de Los Tiki Phantoms y DJ Niño de The Pinker Tones, cortesía del famoso Festival Internacional de Benicássim. Si se os acaba el maquillaje para parecerse más a un zombie, a partir del viernes al mediodía podréis pasar a poneros maquillaje, pero habrá un número limitado de plazas.

4. Alojarse en una villa de lujo en Sitges

Propiedades como esta villa de lujo en Sitges están disponibles para alquileres de corta estancia durante el Festival de Cine de Sitges

Como la mayoría de la gente en la industria de la fantasía que hacen una peregrinación anual al Festival de Cine de Sitges, podéis disfrutar de este evento cinematográfico clave en una casa de lujo en Sitges. Lucas Fox tiene una serie de alquileres de corta estancia disponibles cada año para el festival, por lo que es una manera ideal de disfrutar del entorno idílico paradisíaco de Sitges, relacionarse con los grandes de la industria y relajarse rodeado de lujo.

5. The Thing, 2011

Este año el Festival de Cine de Sitges se cerrará con una precuela del clásico de John Carpenter, The Thing (La Cosa). Realizada por el emergente director holandés Matthijs van Heijningen con un reparto mundial que incluye Mary Elizabeth Winstead (americana), Joel Edgerton (australiano), y Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (inglesa de nacimiento, ex-modelo de Milán), esta inquietante historia de vida extraterrestre en la Antártida mantendrá a los espectadores en constante tensión durante toda la programación de este año.

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The Sitges luxury property market in 2011

Lucas Fox has a number of luxury properties in the idyllic haven just outside Barcelona: Sitges. We explore the Sitges property market in 2011 with Juan Torregrosa from Lucas Fox International Properties.

One of the recent luxury properties available in Sitges

“The Sitges luxury property market is very particular, as it has a unique character,” explains Mr.Torregrosa. “It is a world class destination that receives people from all parts of the world. This year, we have seen Sitges convert as a brand into one that is known for this cosmopolitan character across the globe. The excellent weather, commercial businesses, idyllic free time opportunities, beautiful beaches, and proximity to Barcelona and the airport have made this a special place in great demand by international property buyers.”

The Sitges property market in 2011

“The Sitges property market has seen an increase in prices of luxury properties in recent years,” sums up Torregrosa. “At the moment, there are enough luxury properties that purchasers can find with a great offer, and buy quickly. The views of the sea and local beaches are always key factors in great demand, and property buyers are drawn to the tranquillity of the residential zones and the proximity to all the village shops and markets.”

One of the luxury villas currently available in Sitges

Sitges property market in demand

Toreregrosa lists the most popoular areas in Sitges for luxury property: “The most popular properties in Sitges this year have been the houses and villas in the Maritime Passage, but we have seen strong demand across the luxury property market in Sitges. Terramar, Vinyet and Girona are also popular zones for buying luxury property in Spain.”

Predictions for the luxury property market in Sitges

“There has been a lot of movement in the luxury property market in Sitges”, confirms Torregrosa. Like other areas in Northern Spain, we expect a slight drop off in interest over the coming cooler months, but in Sitges this is never by much as there is always strong demand to view properties and of course, we have regular sales throughout the year.”

Check Lucas Fox’s Sitges pages to see what the Sitges luxury property market has to offer in 2011.