Plot and access
Check road access, entrances, parking, neighbouring structures and any shared access rights. Visit at different times before judging quietness.
PROPERTY TYPE / 02
Villa living begins beyond the front door.
A villa can offer privacy and outdoor space, but its value depends on the site, structure, utilities, access and ongoing responsibilities. Compare the specific property rather than relying on a compound name or an architectural image.
MAKE THE DIMENSIONS CLEAR
Land, built area and usable outdoor space.
These are separate quantities and should be written separately. Ask where the plot boundaries run, what area is registered, what has actually been built and whether additions were approved. Examine the garden or terrace for drainage, shade, privacy and realistic maintenance.
Structure and systems
Review visible condition, water pressure, drainage, electrical capacity and cooling needs with suitably qualified inspectors.
Shared obligations
Ask who maintains landscaping, security, roads and common facilities, and how fees are calculated or changed.
OWNERSHIP & HANDOVER
Do not separate the house from its paperwork.
The seller's title, the land position, building permissions and transfer conditions need examination together. For an unfinished villa, distinguish the promised specification from completed work and ask how defects will be reported and remedied.
If the property sits inside a managed development, obtain the current rules as well as the purchase contract. Restrictions on construction, rentals or exterior changes can affect your intended use.
- Ask for identification of the exact plot and villa, with plans that match the site.
- Obtain the proposed contract and every appendix before paying a non-refundable amount.
- Record handover date, finish level, utilities and defect process in writing.
- Have a local independent legal and technical review of material claims.
A villa comparison is strongest when the plot, the building and the continuing service cost are each visible on the same page.