Pui O property

Pui O is a tranquil village area (it is officially a collection of four villages) that is to be found on Lantau Island’s southern coast. It is situated on a beautiful bay, well-known for its beach that consists of yellow and black sand. Pui O is an idyllic spot and feels a world away from the honk and hustle of Hong Kong’s more urban areas.

The famed Lantau Trail passes through Pui O and the area is rural idyll; this is great walking territory and there is also a mountain trail for bicycles. There are plenty of other outdoor activities possible too, and the beach itself is a focal point, with public barbecue pits right on the shore.

The entire area is quiet and laid-back. It has a welcoming, traditional community feel and is ideal if you are looking for a serene lifestyle.

Pui O property has been gaining attention for all these reasons, but there is another important factor. Access to Central is very easy. A highway (with bus link) connects Pui O with Mui Wo, where you can take a ferry direct to Central in just over a half hour. The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge meanwhile is to be found in the north of the island, while Tung Chung is part of the MTR network. This means that you can experience a slower pace of life while in Pui O yet enjoy the speedy connection with Hong Kong and all surrounding areas.

Prices on Lantau Island for property of any kind are cheaper than in Hong Kong’s more urban districts and this is also true of all Pui O property. Larger floor spaces are also generally to be expected on Lantau Island compared to Hong Kong’s packed districts. And quite likely, Pui O property will often feature an outdoor space, too.

Let us take a brief look of what you can expect when it comes to Pui O property. There is considerable variety, depending on your budget and the style of accommodation desired.

Village Houses: always popular, these houses are traditional in design and consist of three floors with a floor space of approximately 700 square feet per story. Pui O houses often have a garden, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors. Some also have rooftop spaces and/or quick access to the beach. A considerable number have been modernized and offer highly convenient, contemporary living. You can expect a blend of nature and modern living when it comes to this kind of Pui O property.

Village houses are ideal if you would like to settle on Lantau Island as a couple or family. They are ideal if you enjoy the countryside and value being outdoors in clean, fresh air. The same kind of investor will very likely be interested in low-rise apartments, also highly popular when it comes to Pui O property.

Low-Rise Apartments are a far cry from Hong Kong’s high rises; these apartment blocks have a much more natural appeal to them. They are modern, well-designed and tend to be close to main roads. Both affordable and convenient, they appeal to most kinds of investor. They are also popular with expatriates who wish to move to Hong Kong, but without the big city stress.

Beachfront Houses: these tend to be more expensive than other Pui O property due to being on the shoreline. Often quite luxurious they will have direct access to the beach and are ideal if you love expansive views of the ocean and beachside living. Some will have private terraces and other outdoor spaces. They are suitable not just for those who want to live here fulltime; a number of beachfront houses have been bought by those seeking holiday or weekend accommodation.

Conclusion
Pui O property is experiencing ever greater demand, not just because of its relatively cheaper prices, but mainly because of Lantau Island’s unique combination of laidback living and connectivity to Hong Kong’s urban areas. Investment here is likely to grow in the coming years and it is a good choice if you intend to invest over the long-term.

In addition the government is boosting the economy in Lantau Island by bettering transport links and is also developing projects in the area that will make it even more desirable.

Pui O property is also valued by those who wish to buy for pure investment purposes. This is because it can be let out to either temporarily to holidaymakers or year-round to professionals who are working in either Central or Tung Chung.

Here at ARIA we have a selection of Pui O property on our books, as well as property in the rest of Lantau Island. Let us know if you are interested and we will be happy to schedule a no-obligation chat. Pui O is turning out to be a magnet for those who are looking for a wonderful breath-of-fresh-air location as their next home.