Full Steam Ahead for Caribbean Marina Properties

Released on: August 13, 2008, 10:28 pm

Press Release Author: Caribbean Land and Property

Industry: Real Estate

Press Release Summary: Sailing enthusiasts find a source for exclusive and elusive
boating homes

Press Release Body: The Caribbean attracts thousands of boats to its waters each
year. An increasing number of these sailing enthusiasts are looking to secure an
island home that either is within a marina or close to a good anchorage. However the
choice in the region is fairly limited and finding a property that suits the needs
of both the boat and the buyers can be a challenge. Caribbean Land and Property have
a number of these specialist properties available and a good knowledge of the
boating world, to assist clients who are looking for this special piece of property.


Stewart Andrews, Managing Director of Caribbean Land and Property, has extensively
cruised the Caribbean, living for many years on his yacht. He states that "Over the
last few years many marinas have been constructed throughout the Caribbean, doubling
the number of marinas from what was available just 10 years ago. However despite all
this construction activity, some of the larger islands and many of the smaller
islands, still have no marina facilities. Our company has sourced many of the
properties available in the region with marina berths, as well as properties
overlooking a good anchorage."

A recent article in 'All at Sea' magazine, a publication for the Caribbean's boating
community, focuses on the increasing demand for luxurious properties with marina
facilities. They quote Kerstin McConnell, the owner/broker of Sea Glass Properties
on St. Thomas, who says "The opportunities for boaters to have a residence at a
marina have, heretofore, been very rare, although the desire to have a land base
near the boat slip is a near-universal one." Indeed at this moment the demand
outstrips the supply and securing a property with boating facilities is quite a
coup.

The boating residential communities that do exist, offer a vibrant environment and
greater security for the owner and their prized investment. One such development
that is catering to the demand for luxury marina developments is based on Scrub
Island in the British Virgin Islands. Properties there are available through
Caribbean Land and Property and are tailored to cater for all the needs of the small
and exclusive community.

Caribbean Land and Property also have a varied selection of other island homes with
access to marina facilities or a good anchorage, that will be of interest to those
looking to make this kind of investment. Due to the high demand, buying a property
with marina facilities can be a lucrative incoming generating investment through
rentals for those who do not live permanently in their property.

The convenience and ease of being able to access a boat from their property is
something that those who sail regularly are looking for. Andrews advises that, "The
best and most popular marinas and anchorages with yachtsmen, are those that are
sheltered from heavy seas but face the trade winds, and enjoy a steady breeze to
keep the boat cool and power the wind turbine - if one is fitted. Other important
attributes for anchorages are clean water, a safe area to tie a dingy when going
ashore and at least basic shore side facilities like a small bar and store, where a
tired skipper and crew can get a bit to eat and a drink, after a tough sail."

As sailing in the Caribbean is a growing and sought after activity, Caribbean Land
and Property are pleased to be able to serve the boating community in their search
for the perfect marina property, to further their enjoyment of the region.


Web Site: http://www.caribbeanlandandproperty.com

Contact Details: www.caribbeanlandandproperty.com
+1 767 449 0599
c/o Design Management Limited, PO 1789, Roseau, Commonwealth of Dominica

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