I was initially introduced to the island of Cyprus by K&S Overseas Properties, a family run estate agency whom I have found to be very helpful and friendly. 

I was most impressed by the diversity of the island, its wonderful climate, friendly people and charming tavernas.  Most Cypriots speak English and they drive on the left, but the island has a character and traditions of its own.  Cyprus, Aphrodite's Island, has an intriguing history intermingled with mythology which, for me, makes it such an exciting place to visit.

Our first day in Cyprus was spent touring the island and looking at properties with Andreas, the agent for K&S Overseas Properties, who have their own offices in Limassol.  An extremely pleasant man, Andreas is a mine of useful information and was very patient with us as we bombarded him with question after question, not only about the properties and the area but also the history and politics of the island.  The properties K&S Overseas Properties have for sale are of a very high standard and in excellent locations and they are able to cater for most people's requirements whatever their lifestyle and budget.  We saw properties in Paphos with unobstructed views down to the Mediterranean sea, in Polis, a beautiful harbour on the west coast of the island surrounded by breathtaking countryside and in the quaint hilltop village of Pissori with its spectacular views, to name but a few.  Andreas took time to point out places of interest along the way such as the Tomb of the Kings where the Greeks and Romans of ancient Paphos buried their most prominent citizens in underground chambers and the Aphrodite’s temple and the rocks from which she emerged fully grown.  Thanks to Andreas, this was a very informative and enjoyable trip.

The following day we drove into the Troodos Mountains which was an absolute delight. Stopping at a small Sunday market in a hillside village along the way,  the friendly traders were delighted in showing us their wares, insisting that we try the various items of confectionary they had for sale and happily posed for photos for us.  We also stopped to admire the Caledonian Falls where many Cypriots apparently come to take a shower or to cool off during the hot summer months.  It was a lovely warm day in November (temperatures well into the 70's) and walking amongst the pine trees and beside mountain streams was magical. 

Then off to visit the Secret Valley Golf Course, close to Paphos.  It offers peace and tranquility amid spectacular scenery and beautiful vegetation - as well as a magnificent golf course!  We viewed several villas there and also some plans to build apartments nearby, which would be an excellent investment project.

We had been staying in a hotel in Limassol - I especially liked the 'old town' district with its shops and houses built in local stone and its cobbled streets.  The choice of restaurants is vast, cosmopolitan and very good value for money.  On our last night in Cyprus we ordered a fish meze and were treated to an array of delightful dips, vegetables and many different types of fish cooked to perfection and washed down with a few glasses of the local wine.

Since most Cypriots speak English there is no language barrier and this, together with the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean, beautiful mountains and forests, wonderful climate and cheaper cost of living makes this the ideal place for holidays, investment or taking up permanent residence.  I have now made my decision to purchase a home in Cyprus from an off plan investment project close to Pissori - throughout the preparing of contracts etc., the service provided by K&S Overseas Properties has been excellent and I cannot thank them enough for helping me find my dream 'place in the sun'!

Val and Dave from Gloucestershire