Business View Caribbean April 2023

19 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 10, ISSUE 4 SUN COAST BEACH CLUB market by providing the country’s first resort-style residential community. Sun Coast Beach Club is set on a sprawling 91- acre property and will consist of 396 units built in three phases over four years. Kevin says, “Phase one will comprise 132 units and two-bedroom townhouses and two-bedroom duplexes ranging from 1,500 square feet to about 2,200 square feet.” The later phases will include additional townhouses, duplexes and luxury apartments, with over 15,000 square feet of commercial space to be developed at the front of the complex. The commercial area, to be open to the general public, will cater to the growing need for businesses in the wider community. Describing the development’s strategic location, Kevin highlights its proximity to Kingston, especially via the new highway through St. Thomas, and the appeal of beachfront living. “Sun Coast Beach Club will create an entirely self-contained community in the area,” he says, adding that the project is considered an expansion of Kingston, being the closest developing area to the city with beach access. As a one-of-its-kind property development in Jamaica, Sun Coast Beach Club promises to be an exciting addition to the luxury home market, and is set to attract local and international buyers. With its exceptional location, range of housing options, and commitment to creating a vibrant community, this ambitious project will undoubtedly reshape Jamaica’s luxury living landscape. The Sun Coast Beach Club will offer more than just luxury homes, with an extensive array of amenities to cater to the diverse interests of its residents. Kevin details the recreational offerings, stating that the development “will have three tennis courts with a private trainer, multi-purpose courts, badminton courts, a jogging trail, fitness center, and hiking trails,” among other recreational amenities. Catering to younger residents, the development will also feature a maze and a skate park. For those with a green thumb, a dedicated gardening section will allow residents to tend to their own small plots. Kevin explains that the target clientele are “persons who are interested in owning a property in a resort-type residential community.” He continues. “The development is aimed at Jamaicans seeking a comfortable home, and those from North America and Europe searching for properties in the tropics to escape harsh weather conditions. Sun Coast Beach Club will provide an ideal Caribbean haven for those looking for a second home or a vacation getaway.” Considering the ideal weather conditions and resort-style development, Kevin admits that many buyers will want to sublet their units or list them for short-stay rentals. “We are not against, for example, listing your