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Wine Enthusiasts Dream Wine Cellar

Zach — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 20:13:46 +0000

Wine enthusiasts, have we got a treat for you today! Allow us to introduce to you ‘Spiral Stellars’, a company specializing in none other than spiral wine cellars. What is a spiral cellar, you ask? A spiral cellar is watertight, pre-cast cylindrical system that’s sunk into the ground, it can be located anywhere from kitchen to conservatory, workshop to study. It can be installed into an existing ground floor room, or incorporated into the build of an extension or new property. This custom wine cellar can keep up to 1,900 bottles in perfect storage conditions and since, like a traditional cellar, it relies on the surrounding earth for its insulation, plus an ingenious air-flow system, it requires no power to maintain its constant temperature. Once it’s paid for, that’s it – no more expenses except for the wine itself, of course! Pricing information can be found here.

Spiral Cellars Wine Video

About Spiral Cellars

Spiral Cellar was developed by Frenchman Monsieur George Harnois. In 1978, realizing that many modern homes had no proper cellar he designed the perfect solution. Since then over 10,000 cellars have been built in France and over 3,000 in the United Kingdom alone.

Do You Need A Wine Cellar?

Making the investment of building or buying a wine cellar depends on numerous factors, including but not limited to:

How much humidity is in your home – the ideal level is 70%
How soon you plan on drinking your wine – if your wine is a long-term investment, do not store it in places visible to the sun, or places that are hot and excessively humid
The temperature in your home - 70° F will work for most wines you intend on drinking in a short period of time, but for wines that are investments the ideal temperature is right above 50° F

Spiral Cellars Contact Information:

Spiral Cellars Ltd
4, Hardham Mill Business Park
Hardham
Pulborough
West Sussex
RH20 1LA

Tel: 0845 241 2768
Fax: 0845 241 2767
Email: info@spiralcellars.com

32,000 Square-Foot $40 Million Dean Estate Sells To New Owner

E&L — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:07:02 +0000

Dean Gardens, once home to Larry Dean and former wife Lynda located in Johns Creek, GA (North Fulton County Georgia/North Atlanta, GA), has reportedly been sold to a new owner for $7.6 million. Over many years the asking price for the estate has ranged from $40 million to $20 million.

The Deans’ elaborate 58-acre estate includes an eight-bedroom pink mansion, an 18-hole golf course and its own wedding chapel. The house and estate took over 4 years to build. At one time Michael Jackson was interested in purchasing the property but it never came to fruition.

Many speculations have circulated as to what would happen to the property in the future from it being demolished, to the new buyer using it as his/her private home. In addition to the reported speculations from many online sources, rumors have surfaced that movie producer/ actor and entertainment mogul Tyler Perry is the new owner of the Dean’s estate.

Regardless of which story holds to be true about the Dean’s estate, it appears to be a historical and truly remarkable home portrayed in the various photos below.

[images source: wsbtv]

Spectacular Ferrari Dream Garage

Zach — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 01:49:01 +0000

If you’re an avid exotic & luxury car enthusiast, we’re willing to bet one time or another you have day dreamed about a garage that may look something like this. This incredibly designed garage featured an Enzo, F40, F50, Challenge Stradale, and more.

We’re not sure who this garage belongs to or where it’s located. If you have any more information please feel free to leave a comment.

[Source: 6SpeedOnline]

Private Island For Sale – Only $320 Million

Zach — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 06:23:54 +0000

Do you have $326 million in your pocket? If so, you may be interested in this beautiful private island for sale situated 300 metres from the coast of Lisbon – oh, and as for the sticker shock – don’t worry, this private island is sure not to disappoint.

A proposal has been made to create a golf resort. This signature golf course would have a series of high end luxury residential units integrated along a series of lakes and canals. The Island will have the possibility to house a small marina and at least 1 luxury hotel and spa. Negotiations for prospective developments are in early stages and therefore the project can be modified very easily. It is clear that both central and local governments are keen to see the Island developed. Portugal planning law allows for projects of National Interest to be fast tracked and our enquiries confirm that this project will qualify for such approval.

This is a beautiful, unique Island situated 300 metres from the coast of Lisbon at its nearest point. The Island is situated just 5km away from Lisbon harbour and just 6km away from the Lisbon International Airport.

Hey, you know what they say – you have to pay to play. This is the ultimate purchase for someone with deep pockets.

$326,000,000 USD

[Source: Private Islands Online]