Alexis Island, Brazil
A Brazilian businessman who frequently flew into the Recife airport noticed this island from the air and decided he wanted to have it. He built the house over thirty years ago (the house is made from rocks indigenous to the island), and used it as a weekend and summer retreat. The island includes 30 acres, and it is surrounded by the ocean, with three beaches that are ideal for snorkeling or swimming. The primary residence is 1,000 square feet.
Alexis Island is a unique jewel, resting in the clear Atlantic Ocean waters, blessed with sandy beaches, an astonishing natural beauty and a paradisiacal atmosphere. There are no legal restrictions to foreigners or nationals purchasing or owning the island or executing a resort/development construction project.
Location
Located 2 miles off the continent in front of the coastal city of Barra de Serinhaen and 70 kilometers south of the major metropolitan center of Recife, Pernambuco, North East of Brazil.
While it would make an ideal investment for a tourism-based resort the current infrastructure on the island is mainly for private occupancy. Its central plateau is covered in green tropical vegetation with hardwood trees, fruits and flowers. This large flat area offers a number of options for resort development, recreational infrastructure or personal projects. The front beach-hold area with its calm waters facing the continent has plenty of space to build a dock and recreational facilities.
Surrounding Area
With sunny weather 9 months of the year, warm temperatures, emerald green ocean and marvelous beaches this area is ideal for tourism. Several first class hotels have been build in the area and more are under construction. As recognition of its tourist potential, the Brazilian government is implementing a large scale project called Golden Coast designed to attract international tourism investment and more than increase the areas overall value.
The island is next to the popular calm and turquoise beaches of Toquinho, Gamela, Guadalupe and Carneiros. Also close to the rivers of Formoso and Serinhaen, with amazing natural mangrove and river arms penetrating the continent while offering interesting locations for boating and fishing and water sports in general. Within its surroundings you can find important recreational resort locations such as Serranbi and Porto de Galinhas to the north and Tamandare and Sao Jose da Coroa Grande to the south.
South Seas Paradise - Like having your own country
1.5 times the size of Monaco
This island is a unique chance to purchase an entire tropical atoll. Its complete privacy and remote location make it a virtual private kingdom. Entire private tropical atolls are extremely rare and almost never come on the market. The only two other atolls which were previously for sale were Marlon Brandos private island of Tetiaroa located in Tahiti, which was for sale for $80 million. The closest comparable sale is Palmyra, a chain of 54 islets covering 680 acres that Hawaiis Fullard-Leo family sold three years ago for $37 million to The Nature Conservancy.
The atoll consists of 23 islands, of more than 1 acre each, and many smaller ones as well which encircle a massive tropical lagoon, approximately 5 miles at its widest point and greatest length approximately 12 miles. These beautiful Islands are ringed by pristine coral reefs, fringed by 360 degree sugar white beaches and filled with coconut palms, ironwood trees; the best tropical scenery you could ever imagine.
The largest island has countless miles of white sand beaches. It is a private hideaway surrounded by a pristine blue lagoon up to 100 feet in depth with the best diving and snorkeling in the world.
This area has been surveyed by many international agencies who regard the environment as some of the most unique, pristine and untouched marine environments in the world.
Climate
January to March: summer season, considerable humidity.
April to December: Very pleasant - tempered by cooling trades.
Access
The atoll is located in Papua, New Guinea and about 600 miles from Cairns, Australia. There are daily flights on Qantas and Air Nuigini from major cities in Australia to Port Moresby International Airport. From Port Moresby daily flights on Air Nuigini and MBA Airlines operate to the nearest town.
From there the Islands are accessible by boats or ships (of any size). There is a 1,500 foot runway for private aircraft, now overgrown, which could be cleared and restored; and a 9,000 foot runway could be built on the largest island.
There are no inhabitants of the Islands and no business operations have been conducted there for many years.
A private island is the absolute pinnacle of luxury real estate; well how much more so then to have a private island with its very own castle?
This island features a 17th century fortified castle and a watch keepers house. Both dwellings are entirely renovated and are set on 3/4 of an acre all surrounded by the ramparts with panoramic views of the sea and the Brittany coast and can accommodate 12 guests in absolute luxury. Utility lines connect the island with the mainland. It is accessible by foot at low tide, by 4-wheel drive or helicopter.
The island is located in a gulf with approx 50 islands of which thirty are owned by film stars and the like, while two have regular populations and ferry services.
The Castle
The castle is the main habitation (140 m2) and is only accessible by a drawbridge opening onto a majestic, vaulted reception room of 52 m2 with its view of the garden and the ramparts. It has 3 bedrooms, bathroom and fitted kitchen. The hall leads into a big vaulted room, 3.5 metres high, is lighted by stained glasses windows and furnished in the rustic style. A monumental granite fireplace will offer you very convivial nights.
Guest House
The watch keepers house (56 m2), which can be used as a guest house, is totally independent inside the ramparts and with its own panoramic view of the sea. This habitation can welcome 5 persons: living room with fireplace, 2 bedrooms, fitted kitchen and a bathroom.
Getting There
It has the particular intimacy of an island at high tide as well as having easy access to all amenities by foot or by 4-wheel drive at low tide. The high speed train station and the airport are only 15 minutes away, or you can land your private helicopter right on the island
Features
Living space: 200 m2 Reception area: 52 m2
Condition: Perfect throughout
Outbuildings: garden shed and garage
Heating: oil heating
The Castle
Storeroom
Fully equipped kitchen (fridge, oven, microwave, dishwasher ...)
Grand living room facing south which opens into the garden and the ramparts
Bedroom (24 m2) facing south overlooks the garden. Canopied four-poster bed (190)
Bedroom (21 m2) with a canopied four-poster bed (140 cm wide) and a single bed
Bedroom (8 m2) with a double bed (140 cm wide)
Guest House
Bathroom, equipped of a bath and a shower separated toilets
Bath room equipped with a bath, washing machine, dryer, separate toilets
Bedroom opening into the garden (2 twin beds 2×90)
Bed room which dominates the sea ( 1 double bed 140)
Wide living room with fireplace which overlooks the sea
Full equipped kitchen (6 m2)
Blue Lagoon Island
The island is 225 acres in size, 1 mile long by 1/3 mile wide and 150 feet high, surrounded by a 5,000 acre plus lagoon which almost completely encircles the island, offering protection from extreme tides and providing the island with calm tranquil waters ideally suited for water sports. The crystal clear water has up to 200-foot visibility and is a comfortable 80 degrees Fahrenheit most of the year. The island was a safe haven from storms for Polynesian sailors over the centuries; the entrance to the lagoon is 35 feet deep and about 200 feet wide, and yachts over 200 feet have enjoyed the safety of the lagoon.
The Resort
The island is home to a world class resort which is 80% complete, and could be completed in 6 months upon purchase.
The main complex, comprised of the lobby, lounge, dining pavilion, meeting facilities and full service spa, soars 100 feet above the turquoise lagoon, offering sublime vistas and spectacular sunsets. The lavish private villas are scattered along the crystal clear water’s edge on a magnificent white sand beach. Spa tubs built for two complete each of the 20 guest bures, which will feature mosquito-netted four-poster beds and sumptuous furnishings.
The architect behind the project has worked on many prestigious properties, including Euro Disney and Disney World in Florida and resort properties for Don Kohl, a southern California property developer.
Leaf Cay, Exuma Cays
This self-contained island is located within the beautiful Exuma Cays and is a rare find! There are 18 buildings on the island, a 1,500' airstrip, storage and electrical supply by Bahamas Government; six generators offer standby power, solar power, full electronic systems, four underground cisterns, fuel storage, fresh water wells, freezer and food storage. This island contains everything; privacy, beautiful beaches, is surrounded by crystal clear waters and is well protected from occasional hurricane winds.
ASKING PRICE: $12,000,000
Property description:
Overview
Brittany Fortress
A private island is the absolute pinnacle of luxury real estate; well how much more so then to have a private island with it’s very own castle?
This island features a 17th century fortified castle and a watch keeper's house. Both dwellings are entirely renovated and are set on 3/4 of an acre all surrounded by the ramparts with panoramic views of the sea and the Brittany coast and can accommodate 12 guests in absolute luxury. Utility lines connect the island with the mainland. It is accessible by foot at low tide, by 4-wheel drive or helicopter.
The island is located in a gulf with approx 50 islands of which thirty are owned by film stars and the like, while two have regular populations and ferry services.
The Castle
The castle is the main habitation (140 m2) and is only accessible by a drawbridge opening onto a majestic, vaulted reception room of 52 m2 with its view of the garden and the ramparts. It has 3 bedrooms, bathroom and fitted kitchen. The hall leads into a big vaulted room, 3.5 metres high, is lighted by stained glasses windows and furnished in the rustic style. A monumental granite fireplace will offer you very convivial nights.
Guest House
The watch keeper's house (56 m2), which can be used as a guest house, is totally independent inside the ramparts and with it’s own panoramic view of the sea. This habitation can welcome 5 persons: living room with fireplace, 2 bedrooms, fitted kitchen and a bathroom.
Getting There
It has the particular intimacy of an island at high tide as well as having easy access to all amenities by foot or by 4-wheel drive at low tide. The high speed train station and the airport are only 15 minutes away, or you can land your private helicopter right on the island
Specification
Living space: 200 m2 Reception area: 52 m2
Condition: Perfect throughout
Outbuildings: garden shed and garage
Heating: oil heating
The Castle
Storeroom
Fully equipped kitchen (fridge, oven, microwave, dishwasher ...)
Grand living room facing south which opens into the garden and the ramparts
Bedroom (24 m2) facing south overlooks the garden. Canopied four-poster bed (190)
Bedroom (21 m2) with a canopied four-poster bed (140 cm wide) and a single bed
Bedroom (8 m2) with a double bed (140 cm wide)
Guest House
Bathroom, equipped of a bath and a shower separated toilets
Bath room equipped with a bath, washing machine, dryer, separate toilets
Bedroom opening into the garden (2 twin beds 2×90)
Bed room which dominates the sea ( 1 double bed 140)
Wide living room with fireplace which overlooks the sea
Full equipped kitchen (6 m2)
IIha de Cajaiba - Release late 2007
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* Luxury 5 star resort
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THE LOCATION
At the mouth of River Seriji lies the beautiful island of Cajaiba to one side whilst the ancient village of Sao Francisco do Conde lies to the other. The island preserves its cultural heritage with a magnificent mansion dating from 1712 and imperial palms over 60 years old.
The island will be one of the most exclusive world class resorts surrounded by immense natural beauty. Palm trees, mangroves and idyllic beaches provide the ultimate paradise.
THE RESORT
A next generation resort - in harmony with nature.
Ilha de Cajaiba will be a unique residential complex of 5000 holiday homes and more than 2000 hotel rooms. The resort will offer unparalleled luxury with modern amenities in an idyllic natural setting.
Eco-resort
Set in 1100 hectares of nature reserve, the resort will be a car-free zone and will feature an education centre, a nature trail, a mangrove protection centre and will offer many courses and activities to learn more about the natural surroundings.
Leisure choices
The privileged climate and landscape on the island make it the ideal destination for all kinds of leisure activities including golf, sailing, horse-riding and water sports.
Resort features:
* 5000 luxury residential apartments and villas
Five star hotels
* 18 hole designer golf
* Marina
* Yacht club
* Sports ground
* Shopping centre
* Restaurants, bars and cafes
* Spa
* Medical centre
* Heliport
* Nature Education centre
* Nature trail
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