Luxury 3 bedroom Duplex for sale with sea view in Schooner Bay, Speightstown, Saint Peter

2,350,000 USD 2,185,500 EUR 1,856,500 GBP

Reference: 245578

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Floor Size: 309 m2

Features

Duplex
Penthouse
Balcony
Terrace
Communal Pool
Gym
Hot Tub or Sauna
Elevator
Sea View
Front Line
Walk to Beach
Turnkey
Good Condition

Details

Outstanding 3 bedroom luxurious duplex Penthouse apartment with beautiful tropical gardens and communal pool, enjoying panoramic sea views from its exclusive beach front location near the beach and all amenities in Speightstown.

Set in Schooner Bay, a popular private, gated development, this exceptional property boasts over 300m2 of elegantly furnished living space.

There are three bedroom suites. The master suite is located on the upper level and opens out to a wrap-around balcony offering breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. This private balcony also comes complete with its own Jacuzzi and barbecue pit. The en-suite bathrooms are impeccable with marble tiles throughout. The master bath includes double vanities, whirlpool tub, and free-standing shower.

The lower level houses the two guest bedrooms. On this level there is also a WC, contemporary kitchen and open plan living room. This leads onto a spacious covered terrace. The perfect spot for relaxing and for watching the sunset. Also ideal for dining al fresco on balmy Caribbean evenings.

All residents of Schooner Bay have access to an on-site gym and a pool area. It is a communal lagoon-style swimming pool with Jacuzzi and a poolside gazebo. Residents benefit from 24-hour security in this very private gated community.

It is ideally situated within walking distance of historic Speightstown where there is a supermarket, bars and restaurants and a number of shops and banks.

A short walk down the beach is the well-known Cobblers Cove Hotel where the bar and restaurant welcome Schooner Bay guests.

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