The Shell House – US$875,000
An excellent opportunity to purchase an investment property with stunning views over Hillsborough Bay to the out islands.
Description
Inspired by the systematic sequential contours discovered by 12 century mathematician Fibonacci, Shell House of Carriacou is designed to capture the consistent year-round gentle eastern trade-wind breezes while incorporating the natural landscape of surrounding hills to block harsh seasonal winds.
Situated on a 1.3 acre hill top over-looking the Caribbean and Atlantic,this architecturally unique home captures stunning sea views as well as the engaging topography of pastoral landscapes and Carriacou’s highest, aptly named peak, High North. Built by hand by local craftsmen in 1989, before Cherry Hill electricity and cement mixers were in use on Carriacou, the green heart and masonary structure blends a contemporary aesthetic with a sturdy traditional island grace. The flooring throughout is of locally made coconut fiber tile. A 23 foot living room ceiling opens onto a vast deck with plunge pool, providing easy entertaining yet affording an uncomplicated and intimate lifestyle. Murals, depicting local folklore, by American painter Barbara Jenny, decorate the entry areas. The Shell House features an en-suite full bath, two bedrooms with private decks, outdoor shower, mature gardens and wood furnishings by skilled Kayak artisans.
The property includes a separate guest cottage/caretaker apartment (see slide show below) and garage, three hammock cabanas, and a colonial style wood-fired beehive oven. Lots A & C some 22,587 sq. ft, with full sea view, may be sold off or developed.
Services
Electricity is provided by Grenlec Telephone and Internet by LIME (formerly Cable & Wireless) Water is stored in a concrete cistern under the deck.
Freehold price for the house and land US$875,000
Legal Requirements
Non-Nationals must apply for an Aliens’ Land Holding Licence to purchase land and property in Grenada. This is a one-off government tax on foreigners buying land and property and is normally granted without complication. At present this tax is levied at 10% of the agreed purchase price. If required, Carriacou Real Estate Ltd can advise on all aspects of purchasing and the appointment of a local lawyer. Our sister company Down Island Ltd offers a full property management and rental service.