Hi Judyg, it would appear that it must have been issued, for at least part of the development anyway, if that is possible.

My contact visited there yesterday (1st) and was told that it had "opened." However she said that it was only the townhouses that were ready. The clubhouse area and the apartment blocks were still hives of activity with people cleaning everywhere and equipment still being installed in the gym etc. She was told that our apartment would not be "ready" (fully cleaned?) until Tues.

She was impressed by what she saw and commented on how pleasant and nice all the staff that she spoke to, were.

One of the forum members has been in touch recently with Azy and got four more recent photos from him and was kind enough to pass them on. I have added them to the album for those that have the photobucket link.

The furniture in our home is really important to us as we are spending 6 months of the year in Monte Santo our Agent went to the site to report on progress for us and mentioned an orange and red theme going on not creams beige and browns as seem in the showhouses, photos and any publicity for the resort. When we purchased the pack we were told by the sales staff that if we did not like something in one room we could mix and match (from both showhouses). We are ready to pay the 2nd installment of the package but intend to have a word with solicitor about holding some money back until things are clarified. I would love to see any photos anyone has of the furniture (make it easy) I am not very good at opening pics ect. Thanks

We seem to have a different Agent from most who has been honest and upfront from the begining in their opinion the rental forecast for Monte Santo is achievable probably next year, we have stayed in the Tivoli Almanssor (check spelling) their rates for the peak period are either equivalent or more for 4 people to stay as are most 4 or 5 star resorts in Carvoeiro, the facilities are no way as good as Monte Santo, personally I believe the resort will be a success for both people who are on the rental programme and the likes of us who are just going to enjoy!

hi Jumbo1
Would you mind supplying me with the link to photobucket please? Many thanks - we have booked to go Friday week for a week.

Hi Lea33, my email address is in the post at the top of page 12 of this thread. If you can contact me on that I will be able to forward you the photbucket link (and an explanatory note!).

i have just received some photos of the furniture it is orange/gold unfortunatley. if you post you email address on the forum i will forward them on

Hi, just posted five more photos on photobucket, taken yesterday. They are all of the central area, which it has to be said, looks very impressive from most angles.

Was reported that some of the apartments (not all) are in use now as well as the townhouses. It was also reported that it appeared to be quite busy with a good number of (hopefully) paying customers already.

Thank you so much for the pics it look great seems like we have made a good decision to buy after all it will only get better with time did you note the colour of the sky blue and not a cloud in sight cant wait for our first visit Thanks again.

Hi I am new to this site but very interested in everyones comments as we have purchased a 2 bed apartment. and have followed everyones views on the progression of the site with interest. We are booked to stay ourselves in October 21st for 2 weeks and my concerns with M S are that there does not appear to be an owner's webpage as discussed and mentioned on Imocom's website so we are unable to see what bookings we can expect and budget for ( we are well mortgaged for this ) Does anyone have any info regarding the owner availability I have found that the email's to date are not very helpful and quick to reply although I appreciate it is early days yet!!

Has anyone checked whether this is is a touristic resort and that there are rules as to letting only through the developer. That could have an effect on the market value and saleability later on

Can anyone help me access the photo bucket - would love to see updates on the resort. thanks .