Want to buy a North Cyprus property, maybe a villa in Kyrenia or a bungalow in Bogaz? Perhaps an apartment in Famagusta or a penthouse in Bafra? The final choice of course, is one of personal preference and you are certainly spoilt for choice in North Cyprus.  The following very brief summary of the different regions may be of help.

Kyrenia (Girne) This beautiful part of the island is on the north facing coast and nestles beneath the towering mountain range known as Five Finger Mountains. Much of the development over recent years has taken place along the stretch of coast taking in Lapta to the west of Kyrenia town and a number of places along the coast to the east including Catalkoy and Esentepe. There are a high number of Europeans, particularly British, now living along this stretch. Bellapais, in the heights above the town, is particularly delightful  but expect to pay more for a well located property.

Guzelyurt. To the west lies the Guzelyurt region. Development here has been generally less and the area is the heart of the North Cyprus citrus industry. The town and surrounding area is  often visited  in the spring when orange blossoms float through the air and the fragrance of the blossoms is wafted on the breeze.

Nicosia (Lefkosa) The Turkish Cypriot sector is the capital and administrative centre of Northern Cyprus . It is also home  to much of the industry and businesses of the T.R.N.C.  Most prospective property buyers seeking holiday or retirements homes tend to favour the coastal areas, but investors in land or property may well find something of interest here.

Famagusta (Gazimagusa). The town and seaport of Famagusta is a fascinating mixture of ancient and modern with the old town within the historic city walls being in contrast with the modern town and port. For those seeking buy to let property there are some excellent opportunities. Some entire apartment blocks are sometimes on the market at very competitive prices. Combine this with a ready made market in the form of students from the university here and the potential becomes obvious.

A very fast growing and popular area is the coastline of Famagusta Bay which curves towards Bogaz and Bafra. There are a number of very exciting developments along this stretch which boasts some excellent beaches. New, off-plan and pre-owned properties here should be on everyone’s shortlist.

Bogaz-Bafra and the Karpaz..    Many people consider this region to be the “new area of opportunity” for buying property and land in North Cyprus. We at Busy Bees  took this into account when deciding where to open our office. This is confirmed by the investment taking place in the surrounding area: a multi-million investment at Bafra, the huge “Big Old Bazaar” project in Bogaz,  some exciting new developments in prime locations and a good choice of new and pre-owned villas, apartments and bungalows. On the Karpaz Peninsula development is strictly controlled to preserve the uniqueness of this area of outstanding natural beauty. Some selective development has been approved and a new marina is to built. Take a look around the coastal area near to Yenierenkoy, you may be pleasantly surprised.

For more comprehensive information on North Cyprus click here to visit the web site of the specialist travel guide Cyprus 44. Don’t forget to come back here, we have lots more for you to see.