Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 0.1 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Not suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This stunning, state of the art, three bedroom apartment was created with the input of one of Latvia's most prominent architects, Gundars Viksna. Located in the heart of the old town, in a former soviet building, where contemporary, state of the art, is juxtaposed against former Russian times.
From the first floor there are picturesque views towards the canal. The property has been created to a very high international standard, with items sourced from Italy, France, Germany and the United Kingdom. The discerning traveller will appreciate the Lutron Grafik Eye mood lighting system, 65"(165cm) Full High Definition TV with surround sound. Enjoy home cinema via a Blu-ray player, Arcam and Eclipse -TD audio system.
Dining is for 8 at the stunning bevelled glass & travertine table. The Villeroy & Bosch Aquagate steam cabin and shower unit features programmable music and lighting scenarios. All three bedrooms have cable TV/DVDs. A Ligne Roset desk is available to sit at whilst you check e-mails using free WI-FI.
Chill-out room, with Full HD TV and hi-end surround sound system
Luceplan Titania pendant light. Original art work
View of kitchen
Dining for 8 people bevelled glass and marble table.
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/63905
The Kurzeme region
The population of Liepaja region is 140 000 and makes up almost half of all Kurzeme region, which is located in the west of Latvia on the Baltic coast. It is a thriving area and benefits from a low tax environment. The main industries include metal processing, textile, food, paper production and ship building. The port in Liepaja is ice free which facilitates transportation between the west and east, including Russia.
The area has four distinctive seasons with Summer during the months of June, July and August and the colder season is during December, January and February.
Liepaja area
Liepaja city has a population of 87,000 and has a history dating back to the 13th Century. Walk around and view the largest collection of still erected wooden buildings. Visit the Museum (interior is of special architectural interest) and art galleries.
The streets are full of floral displays. Enjoy taking a tram ride in the old town. Browse the local market for crafts. Go on a walking guided tour of the old town. Visit nearby Karosta, which is a former military base.
Visit the Russian Orthodox Church and climb up the tower of Holy Trinity Church to view panoramic vistas over the old town. June: Jaunie Festival (longest day, 5 day holiday 23rd June) July: Baltic Beach party, Liepaja , Kurzeme Car Rally in August.
The town continuously hosts classical and rock music festivals, in particular July Baltic Beach Party and August the Kurzeme Rally, Liepaja. The local theatre has events throughout the entire year. There are many nightclubs and restaurants in the town.
Visit a beauty salon to be pampered, whilst not spending a fortune! Tennis courts for hire are next to the beach. The wide beach area is made up of the whitest fine sand in the Baltics. Lots of water activities available. The water from the Baltic is relatively shallow and therefore very warm to swim. Summers in Liepaja are stunning - blue skies and temperatures from 20 - 28 degrees, sunset at 11pm!
Autumn is special and Winter can be magical - one can watch the fisherman on the frozen canal fishing, if the weather is cold enough. Skies are still blue and days fine.
How to get there
Liepaja is located 200km to the west of Riga, on the Baltic coastline. FROM RIGA: Liepaja is accessible by car hire, train and by bus and also by mini bus from Riga.
Palanga (Lithuania) airport is 66km from Liepaja.
From the UK: Ryanair flies from Stansted to Riga, also Bristol to Riga. AirBaltic - Gatwick to Riga.
AirBaltic is available Riga to Palanga. Then catch bus Palanga to Liepaja.
For Network of International flights to Riga: http://www.riga-airport.com/en/main/flights/route-network
BY FERRY Lubeck, Germany to Liepaja with www.Aveline.lv (not recommended) and Kiel, Germany to Klaipeda, Lithuania, then drive 80km north to Liepaja. www.Liscolines.lt
If travelling by ferry please contact us and we can explain how to get to Liepaja by ferry from Denmark and Sweden, also. Follow me on Twitter for images of Liepaja at TheLuxPod.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Riga airport 200km, Palanga, Lithuania 66km: 200 km
Railway:
Liepaja: 1 km
Activities near Liepaja
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (1), En suite (1), WCs (2)
Furniture:
Double beds (3), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Shared garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: After a day out exploring the beautiful old town of Liepaja, return to lounge around on the white leather couches and relax. The area has many wonderful restaurants on the door step with international standard cuisine and extremely reasonable prices.
One can spend hours sitting by the canal across the road sipping on cocktails or having a coffee, watching the yachts sail into the harbour.
COMPLIMENTARY ITEMS: Rates include a complimentary welcome pack.
DURING YOUR STAY: Bath robes, beach towels, shampoo, toothpaste, dental floss, soap, facial wipes and tissues provided.
The property is cleaned a minimum of twice a week.
Further details outdoors: The apartment is situated in the old town, across from the busy, lively canal and yacht harbour. At the end of the street (a 8 minute walk) is the pristine Blue Flag beach.
The building is ex Soviet construction, typical of the 60s style, four storeys high and in a typical condition to be found in the common areas of buildings in the Baltic States.
Additional images can be seen on line on the advertiser's website, select LuxHighTech.
Further details
A security deposit of 300 Euros is payable and is refundable as soon as the apartment is inspected and any deductions made for in the unfortunate event of any damage.
Please contact for information about making a reservation.
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
There is a one off fee of 40 euros on departure towards cleaning expenditure.
We accept a deposit via bank transfer to secure the reservation. Balance is to be paid two weeks prior to arrival.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 63905
Name:
Judith Abraham
Tel:
+44 (0)20 74603171
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+44 (0)7595 068970
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