Two Rivers Beach Resort Dominican Republic

What does the Caribbean mean to you? If you’re anything like me, the very word conjures up images of stunning powdery beaches, palm trees swaying in the balmy wind, a laid back lifestyle set to a swaying beat and, well, rich jetsetters living the high life in luxurious surroundings, unaffordable for us mere mortals….until now… The Two Rivers Beach Resort Puerto Plata is your opportunity to turn that Caribbean dream into your very own reality.
The Caribbean is the true granddaddy of holiday and investment destinations, in particular for Europeans and Americans, and sun-seekers escaping the winter chills have been coming here since the 1960s. However, the wealth myth surrounding this most coveted of regions is about to change once and for all, with investors’ attention turning away from the more traditional Caribbean getaway towards the smaller, more unique islands which, up until now, have been off the investment radar. For decades, the Caribbean has carefully nursed a stable tourism-based residential and lettings property market, with prices in the more renowned islands such as Antigua, Barbados and the Bahamas frequently tipping the scales over the $1 million mark, with the result that the average real estate price on some islands exceeds averages in the UK and US. However, islands being islands, space is finite and, as such, affordable Caribbean property is now available in similarly luxurious surroundings.

Thanks to their proximity to the US mainland, doom-and-gloomers expected the current American real estate woes to have a definite knock-on effect on the region but the contrary appears to be the case. Infrastructural investment across many of the islands, together with an increasing number of direct, cheap flights and world-class resorts and developments, have made this region amazingly attractive, especially to Brits and other Europeans, who are cashing in on the strengths of the Pound and Euro. One island in particular that is catching the attention of independent property investment advisors is the Dominican Republic, situated amongst Cuba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, on the stunningly tropical island of Hispaniola or ‘Little Spain’, often said to be the heart of the Caribbean archipelago. The island’s capital Santo Domingo is the oldest in the New World and contains a wealth of Colonial heritage, as well as a lively nightlife. Over the past few years, the government of the Dominican Republic has sought to turn its country into a one-stop shop for investors and it has succeeded beyond doubt: tourism now accounts for more than $1 billion in annual earnings and Free Trade Zone earnings and tourism are the fastest growing export sectors.

This is where you will find the Two Rivers Beach Resort, a unique opportunity to invest in the freehold of a luxury resort, 50% of which has already been purchased prior to its official release this week by individuals keen to take advantage of a truly unique offer. Increasingly, trends are indicating that investors are seeking safety in numbers and, as a result, investment in communities and resorts as opposed to stand alone units, is on the rise. Harlequin Property has recognized this and is now offering investors the opportunity to be part of this exclusive five-star resort, situated in the Dominican Republic’s Puerto Plata. An area of outstanding beauty, Puerto Plata is the island’s tourism home, attracting primarily Europeans, together with some Americans, keen to take advantage of the fantastic leisure opportunities and friendly atmosphere on offer. Situated along the so-called northern ‘Amber coast’ of the island, Puerto Plata and its environs are known for white-sandy beaches, impressive mountain ranges, spectacular rivers, waterfalls and exotic wildlife as well as excellent facilities and amenities, including a high-spec international marina. The area’s golf and watersports facilities are particularly highly regarded, as are the opportunities for biking, horse riding and, of course, shopping!

Two Rivers Beach Resort will be a world class, luxury five star resort, situated in an unbeatable beachfront location, offering a variety of property types to suit tastes and budgets: a mixture of hotel suites, apartments and villas, with prices starting from £75,000. Apartments will consist of studios, one, two and three bedroom alternatives, as well there being a variety of one and two storey villas, incorporating various designs and offered with two, three, four, five and six bedrooms. Villas will also come with a jacuzzi and/or pool include within the price. Additionally, each property is offered fully furnished, including flat screen television, within the purchase price.Set for completion by 2010, the development and investment opportunity is highly attractive, with purchasers being asked to put down a mere £1,000, fully refundable reservation fee until completion. 100% finance is available, as are mortgages up to the value of 70% of the property price, subject to status. Instead of the typically bulky payment-by-installments option, which investors have grown uncomfortably used to, frequently leaving them out of pocket and unable to reap the rewards of their investment for years, if at all, Two Rivers offers to fund the deposit and then guarantee a 10% rental return for the first two years, followed by a five year 50:50 room share deal, thus funding any investor loan and leaving more in the kitty. Investors will have the opportunity to benefit from 30 days free use of the property per year and the resort will be run and managed as a hotel by a designated five star resort management company. The resort itself will include a beach club, diving and water sports centre, spa treatment rooms, sport and fitness centre, shops, restaurants, bars and much more. As if this wasn’t enough to tempt even the most cynical of investors, the Dominican Republic offers investors ample opportunities for tax-free banking.

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