Canada: The New Frontier for Those Seeking the Ultimate in Luxury Hideaway Living…Says Emerging Real Estate

    MANCHESTER, England, July 17 /EMWNews/ -- There's no doubt that in

today's uncertain economic climate, a country with a strong and stable

economy is the ultimate location for international property investors.

Everyday we are bombarded with bad news and credit crunch crisis stories

but one territory that remains a strong option is Canada.



    This stunning country saw its economy grow by some 2.7% in 2007 and,

according to the Canadian Real Estate Association, its property market last

year set a number of Multiple Listing Service sales records. Predictions

are that 2008 will be the second-busiest year on record in almost all

provinces.



    There are three key economic ingredients that will keep Canada's

housing market on a different track from the United States and the rest of

the world; one is consumer confidence, the second is employment, and third

is affordable interest rates.



    In February of 2008, The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp (CMHC)

reported that construction on brand new housing in Canada jumped in

January, another sign that the Canadian market continues strong whilst the

U.S. is in melt down. Numbers rose to 222,700 on a seasonally adjusted and

annual basis, up from 184,700 in December and more than economists had

forecast. This marks the seventh consecutive year of starts above 200,000.



    Therefore, this has meant that the construction sector and building

work increased in four of the five regions measured by CMHC: 43.7 per cent

in Ontario, 22.4 per cent in Quebec, 19.4 per cent in the Prairie Provinces

and 17.5 per cent in British Columbia.



    On a more general level, given its great natural resources, skilled

labour force and modern capital plant, Canada enjoys solid economic

prospects and thanks to first class fiscal management it has produced

consecutive balanced budgets since 1997.



    The country also enjoys a substantial trade surplus with the US - its

principal trading partner and largest foreign supplier of energy; from oil

and gas to uranium and electric power. All of this has meant good economic

growth, moderate inflation and the lowest unemployment rate in more than

three decades.



    Tourism is another impressive sector and according to the World Travel

and Tourism Council the Canadian industry was worth about USD 202 billion

in 2007 and it is expected to grow in demand by 3.7% per annum through to

2017. The country holds an impressive 2.9% share of the worldwide tourism

demand and has a strong appeal for visitors who enjoy its diverse regions

from its big cities to its rustic ski areas. All of which makes it very

attractive to investors seeking to rent to the lucrative holidaymaking

market.



    One of the most eagerly awaited developments in the stunning Laurentian

region of Quebec is Village Le Studio in Morin Heights - the picturesque,

yet bustling, world renowned, four-season, tourist destination which is

just a shirt drive from cosmopolitan Montreal.



    The developers of Village Le Studio's luxury family country style log

homes, which are available in 5 different models, have created a unique

private and peaceful atmosphere around stunning Lake Perry that capitalises

on its excellent location with an exceptional balance between high end

luxury and nature's peaceful harmony. These superbly constructed, country

style, log homes allow visitors to experience Canada's beauty and natural

surroundings while being environmentally friendly.



    Each home sits on one acre to one acre and a half of wooded terrain and

offer high end interior design and finishes including; double bull nosed

granite counter tops, solid wood cabinetry throughout, radiant heated

floors, stone fireplaces, seamless glass showers with natural stone

finishing and a Jacuzzi in the master bedroom.



    Unlike many other developments, the homes at Village Le Studio are made

up of British Columbia Douglas fir posts and beams from certified forests

to ensure traceability and the renewal of raw resources. The structures

also meet the requirements of the NBC (National Building Code) - one of the

strictest in the world - and all the homes comply with the standards of the

Agence de l'efficacite energetique du Quebec's "Novoclimat" - an initiative

that allows Quebec builders to increase the energy efficiency of their

homes.



    Paul Harrison, from Emerging Real Estate - the UK based agency selling

Village Le Studio commented - 'This development really is the last word in

luxury living with every detail being carefully thought through from the

interior finishes to the amazing choice of onsite facilities which include;

a high end spa and salon, a full concierge service as well as a host of

sporting activities nearby.



    He concluded; We also understand that many owners may want to maximise

their Canadian hideaway investment, so a fully managed rental programme is

also available for anyone wishing to rent their properties out.'



    For further information on Village Le Studio, interested parties should

contact Paul Harrison at Emerging Real Estate:



    T: +44-(0)845-601-7293/ E: [email protected] / W:

http://www.villagelestudio.com