Development Highlights
This spectacular oceanfront property is located on a secluded, private peninsula in the French West Indies, on the French-side of the Caribbean Island of Saint Martin, within the island’s most exclusive residential enclave of Les Terres Basses.
The property was selected in the early 1980’s as the location of the former La Belle Creole (LBC), a 5-Star Conrad Hilton International Hotel. This highly acclaimed resort was the pride of the island, and featured 162 keys in 22 separate buildings, with a total of 190,000 square feet (17562 m2). LBC closed following Hurricane Luis in 1995 and never reopened. Prominent on a stunning Baie Nettle peninsula, with fabulous views of the capital city of Marigot, the site is widely acknowledged to be Saint Martin’s premier resort redevelopment site.
Residual buildings, now in a state of disrepair, will be demolished by the new resort’s developer. Architectural elements, poured in place concrete walls covered with a native stone facade and stone walkways, may be repurposed. Current state-of-the-art building materials, and wind-resistant building standards will be incorporated. Architects and Engineers to design for a maximum 240 Kilometers/hour wind speed, and Earthquake Zone 3 specifications. The local French Government is supportive, understands the importance of tourism to island commerce, and will facilitate a new development.
The following Property Overview and Development Highlights provide a focused snapshot of the features and characteristics of the site. This offering consists of 26.7-Acres of fee-simple “as-is” land and represents a ground-up redevelopment opportunity.
| Property Size | 26.7 Acres (108,223 m²) |
| Ocean Frontage | 1,889 Linear Feet (576 m) with three distinct white-sand beaches. |
| Interior Development Area | 284,629 sq. ft. (26,442 m²) permitted |
| Redevelopment Concept | Luxury resort development incorporating privately owned residences, with the option to participate in a hotel-managed rental pool. |
| Condition | Former resort structures remain on site; property offered for sale as-is. |
| Zoning | U-6: Resort Hotel |
| Lagoons | Distinctive saltwater lagoons refreshed by the Caribbean Sea, across a natural limestone breakwater; cleaning and restoration subject to applicable approvals. |
| Airport Access | SXM International Airport, approximately 15–20 minutes from the property, with direct service from major U.S., Canadian, and European gateway cities. |
| Marinas | Multiple marinas serving the island and the Simpson Bay Lagoon with facilities accommodating superyachts. |
| Marigot | Approximately 15 minutes from Marigot, the French-side capital, with waterfront dining, shopping, marina, and ferry connections. |