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Living The Sweet Life
LIVING THE SWEET LIFE
SUGAR RIDGE: WHERE CREATING A HOME IS A PIECE OF CAKE
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Almost eight decades have passed since Harold Samuel coined the phrase ‘location, location, location’. As founder of what is today the UK’s largest property development company, it’s fair to say he knew a thing or two about that.
These days, any realtor will testify that
location is indeed key when it comes to a property’s value and future appreciation potential.
The resplendent scenes overlooking a panorama of turquoise Caribbean Sea are just a fraction of the benefits of buying a home at Sugar Ridge. Aside from the fact that every single plot and home for sale vaunts a spectacular view from its hillside spot, investors in this voguish private development know they can look forward to robust financial rewards too.
Those who enter their property into the vacation rental pool can typically expect it to be occupied up to 70 percent
of the year. Holidaymakers – just like the home owners themselves – love the proximity to the hub of Jolly Harbour with its excellent restaurants and bars, well-stocked supermarket, medical centre and sports facilities.
Sugar Ridge is also a gentle amble from some of the west coast’s finest beaches, a 10-minute drive from the capital St John’s and just 25 minutes by car from the international airport. English Harbour is easily accessible too, via the scenic route of Fig Tree Drive, a winding paved road that snakes through the heart of the rainforest.
But perhaps the most enviable aspect of all is that, despite modern amenities being a stone’s throw away, Sugar Ridge retains a quiet, tranquil ambience on account of its exclusive setting. A gated community with 24-hour security, it offers those who reside and visit added peace of mind.
A handful of existing homes are currently for sale, such as the elegant three-bedroom Villa Sunset with infinity pool, sundeck and al fresco dining area, all of which offer the exquisite dusk vistas which lent it its name.
Clients wishing to build their own property can choose from in-house designs or work with their own architect and create their dream home – which means a full turnkey service – or have one created specifically to suit their needs and whims.
As Sugar Ridge continues its metamorphosis from resort to residential locale, it has naturally garnered a more sequestered feel. And that’s proving popular with home buyers, says its marketing agent Nadia Dyson of Luxury Locations Real Estate.
“Owners love the privacy and the serenity. At Sugar Ridge you have the best of both worlds - peace and tranquillity but the ability to pop to the supermarket when you need to,” she explains.
“The properties rent exceptionally well and buyers get excellent returns on their investment.”
On-site amenities include a stateof-the-art gym for the exclusive use of residents. A retail village is also being created, the focal point of which is highend restaurant Samsara that’s already delighting diners with its delicious international fare.
“We absolutely love Sugar Ridge,” Nadia enthuses. “We don’t just sell a plot and then move on; we can help people every step of the way from identifying or crafting the right home design, to finding an excellent interior designer.
“We can also organise the management of their home and their rentals too if they decide to rent it out.”
Those who choose to create their own house can expect to move in within 18 months of signing on the dotted line. After that, the only thing left to do is make oneself at home.
“Sugar Ridge is a lovely community of nice, like-minded people,” Nadia adds. “Once there, you quickly become part of the family.”
Harold Samuel would definitely approve of that. n
INCLUSIVE LUXURY AT CARLISLE BAY
Carlisle Bay is situated on a pristine horseshoe-shaped bay on the southwest coast of the island of Antigua. This five-star resort, engulfed by untouched rainforest, incorporates its natural surroundings to embody laidback sophistication and effortless charm – a soulful refuge of inclusive luxury, where Antiguan culture is embraced and personal relationships celebrated.
The hotel is a member of ‘The Leading Hotels of the World’. The 87 contemporary luxury suites each have their own private balcony or terrace leading directly to the shore.
Carlisle Bay’s activities highlight its beautiful setting, including sunrise
yoga, Pilates and meditation sessions, water sports, world class sailing, guided rainforest treks, tennis on nine courts and a state-of-the-art gym, as well as on-call personal training sessions to suit all levels of fitness and experience.
The property also features an ultrachic library with fibre-optic lighting, a 42-seat private screening room, four restaurants and a 17,000 square foot spa.
CARA Organic Beauty Spa encompasses a more natural and therapeutic way of living to restore inner harmony and balance. In addition to luxurious facial treatments and deeply restorative massage therapies, there is a variety of holistic offerings, including intensive health retreats.
The spa is proudly partnered with ESPA which takes its knowledge from traditional holistic therapies, combining this with the scientific power of the purest natural ingredients from around the world to create a range of natural skincare
