This classic beautiful WI style property is ideally located for both residential and commercial use. It is situated on a bluff with spectacular unobstructive views of Nevis, the South E. Peninsula, the harbour and B/terre. This larger property (.8920 acres) is in easy walking distance to the town, with many shops and restaurants. Because of it's size and proximity to B/terre, this property is very well suited for commercial development (offices, bed and breakfast, small hotel, restaurant or small business). Also a beautiful location as a residential property with fantastic and unobstructive views.
This property is located next to the renowned Ocean Terrace Inn, with restaurants, pools, health club. The popular Serendipity and Fisherman's Wharf restaurants are just a few minutes walk away.
Location
The property is located on the headland known as Bluff Point on Fort Thomas Road, Fortlands, in the parish of St. George, Basseterre, St. Kitts.
Site Description
The property comprises an irregular rhomboid parcel of land that follows the headland road, which is circuitous at the East and Southern boundary and is understood to have an approximate area of 0.8920 of an acre. The site is sloped from back to front (North to South), with an approximate fall of some 15 to 20 feet, and is reasonably level between side boundaries (East to West). The view is generally from the East to the South overlooking the Basseterre harbour and the South East peninsula with Nevis in the background. This is uninterrupted by buildings.
Structures | Main House
This is a single storey structure. The original structure is dated in the 19th century, with additions and appendages at various times since. The structure comprises of the original cut stone substurcture forming a basement below the length of theMain Hall, surmounted by a wooden floor. The living room has a stone flag floor with rammed earth construction below, the remains of the Main house has vinyl tiles on a concrete slab. The latest additions have a vinyl tiled floor covering over a concrete slab. The walls in general are of timeber post and boards, with 16 inch think stone walls to the area used as bedooms. Walls to the lastest additions are blockwork and render. The roof is timber rafters with gabled ends, timber boarding with either galvanised corrugated roof sheeting or asphalt shingles.
The Grounds
The grounds are laid to lawns on the South and East facing elevations, with a driveway of concrete leading to an open garage. The northern section of grounds have been used for market gardens.
| Entrance Hall | 217 |
| Dining Room | 178 |
| Kitchen | 249 |
| Main Hall | 641 |
| Living Room | 518 |
| Bedroom 1 | 234 |
| Bedroom 2 | 266 |
| Bathroom 1 | 48 |
| Bedroom 3 | 324 |
| Storeroom | 324 |
| Hallway | 76 |
| Basement | 574 |
| Verandah | 518 |
| Outhouse | 34 |
Total Approximate Area of Accomodation (including Verandah) >> 4201 Sq Ft
Floor Finishes
The floor finishes a combination of stone flag, woiod or concrete with vinyl tiles throughout the building.
Wall Finishes
The walls are a combination of blockwork with render both sides and painted to the kitchen, Dining Room and Entrance Hall. The Main Hall, Lounge and Bedroom / Storeroom wall is painted timber construction, with the remaining bedrooms being stonework with internal render and painted.
Services
The property is served as follows:
Water: Water is provided by Government main. The hot water is by electric immersion heaters and tanks.
Electricity: Electricity is provided by Government mains supply.
Sewage: Sewage is by septic tank and soakaway.
The property has a variety of mature fruit trees.
Asking Price: US$850,000.