London, UK – Intrawest, a world leader in experiential destination resorts and leisure travel is pleased to announce the unveiling of Domaine Haut-Gardegan. Following the success of Arc 1950 Le Village, Domaine Haut-Gardegan stretches over 100 hectares featuring breathtaking landscape, a vibrant village, spectacular golf course, comprehensive spa and four-star private residences that will be available for sale later this summer.

 

For its first non-ski destination in Europe, Intrawest chose one of France’s most beautiful regions: Bordeaux. The site is located near the UNESCO world-famous village, Saint Emilion, known for legendary vineyards and its historical and cultural richness. In the heart of this breathtaking landscape, the Haut-Gardegan village will offer visitors a prestigious journey in a high class resort, full of French “ambiance”.

 

Less than 50 km away from two International Airports – Bordeaux and Bergerac, Domaine Haut-Gardegan is situated among world famous wine localities, with vast expanses of south-sloping woodland, meadows and vines, encompassing a heart-stirring pedestrian estate. “The historic buildings, the magnificent trees, the views of Gardegan Village and of the nearby vineyards create a feeling that this is a special place,” said Eldon Beck, Master Planner for Tremblant, Whistler Blackcomb, Arc 1950 Le Village and now Domaine Haut-Gardegan.

 

The village will reflect local authentic architecture, offering a variety of luxurious four star residences all settled in an arena ideally located to soak up the sun. The topography of the site allows each residence to have magnificent views over the famous vineyards or the idyllic countryside.

 

The resort will also harbour romantic ruins that will be rehabilitated to form its charming centrepiece. The heart of the village will be vibrant with sun-filled terraces, a delicious bakery, local market, enticing shops and romantic seating areas and fountains; the perfect place to appreciate convivial French village life.

 

Gastronomy and wine have a special place in Domaine Haut Gardegan. Guests will be able to enjoy fine dining options and unique experiences at the prestigious cooking school where wine-tasting seminars and gourmet cooking lessons will be offered.

 

The resort will benefit from an exceptional 18-hole golf course designed by Golf Champion and US Captain of the Ryder Cup, 2006 Tom Lehman. “Our wish was to design a golf course that golfers of all levels would appreciate, both from a playing and an aesthetic point of view,” said Tom. “The golf course at Domaine Haut-Gardegan will offer lots of variety in terms of topography and vegetation and has the tremendous potential to be a world class place to play golf.”

 

Other activities in the resort will include a leisure centre where the river will be crafted into a succession of pools, tennis courses, swimming pools and a children’s park. The Spa, offering high class relaxation and wellness therapies, will allow for peaceful moments of pure contentment in a truly natural setting.

 

Castel de Bellevigne
Domaine Haut Gardegan’s first address will be available for purchase in spring 2007 by Playground Real Estate Sales S.A., the licensed real estate broker for Castel de Bellevigne. Guests will be welcomed by a majestic glass entrance to the 4-star spacious residence. Clients will enjoy spectacular French gardens, a fine restaurant, a fitness area, a conference room, and high end one to four bedroom apartments. Pricing of the 126 units available is still to be finalised, however it is anticipated that they will start from approximately € 300,000. Intrawest Hotels & Residences will be the hotel operator for Castel de Bellevigne. The company is highly experienced in the lodging business and will offer residents complete four-star services.

 

For more information regarding Domaine Haut Gardegan please visit
www.haut-gardegan.com.

 

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About Intrawest
Intrawest is a world leader in experiential destination resorts.  The company, and its affiliates, have interests in ten resorts at North America’s most popular mountain destinations including Whistler Blackcomb, a host venue for the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.  The Intrawest network also includes Canadian Mountain Holidays, the largest heli-skiing operation in the world, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Florida and Club Intrawest—a private resort club with nine locations throughout North America.  In addition, Intrawest develops real estate at its resorts and at other locations across North America and in Europe. Intrawest is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. For more information, visit www.intrawest.com.

About Playground Real Estate Sales S.A.
Playground Real Estate Sales S.A., an Intrawest company, is the premier provider of real estate sales and marketing services for destinations world-wide.  With offices spanning the globe in Vancouver, Montreal, Orlando, Reno, Denver, and Lausanne, the company is dedicated to fulfilling its mission of “connecting people with the ultimate places to play”. The company provides a unique breadth of properties from beach and mountain destinations, to golf and urban locations. Playground is currently offering ownership opportunities in Les Arcs, France – winner of two gold Homes Overseas Awards; Anahita, Mauritius – featuring the region's first Four Seasons Hotel and a signature Ernie Els design championship golf course; and Florida’s Sandestin – 2,400 acres including white sand beaches and world-class golf.  Playground is also proud to be the licensed broker for the Westin’s properties in Orlando and Napa Valley. To learn more about Playground visit www.playground.com.

 

This is not an offer to sell, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy, to residents of any state in which restrictions and other legal requirements have not been fulfilled.  This advertisement is void where prohibited by law.  The prices, plans, amenities, availability and improvements shown are subject to change without notice.  Illustrations are artists’ depictions only, are not necessarily to scale and may differ from completed improvements, and scenes may include locations or activities not on or near the property.  Improvements, facilities and programs are in formative stages, and there is no guarantee that they will be completed or developed.  All pictures, photographs, and images are owned or licensed by GTA SAS or its affiliates.  Any use, reproduction or distribution of pictures, photographs, and images without written permission is expressly prohibited.

Contact Info:
Bertie Sanderson , Erna Low PR
Phone: +44 (0)20 7590 1624
bertie.sanderson@ernalow.co.uk