CASA CAREYES  “ An enchanting private waterfront estate with tennis court”

Location / Property: Casa Careyes is located in the exclusive residential community of Northview Estates. This community located on the select east end of Culebra was created approximately twenty years ago and contains forty one properties all with a minimum size requirement of five acres. There is a community association, community dock and deeded protective covenants which greatly enhance the graded value of your investment.  It is very rare to find five acre zoning in the Caribbean and this exceptional community is bordered almost totally by either ocean or other areas zoned twenty-five acres a house.  So you can be confident that the serenity, peace and tranquility of this property will be assured for generations.
	This exclusive  community of  Northview Estates is located approximately three and a half miles from the small town of  Dewey and is accessed by using the seldom traveled road ( RT 250) that is the only road to the secluded east end of Culebra. Then to enter the property of Casa Careyes you would drive in on the improved community road for about one mile. If you were to continue on RT250 for another mile you would come to Zoni Beach.  Zoni Beach is a spectacular one mile sand beach that faces St Thomas, Culebrita and Cayo Norte and typically is considered crowded if there are fifty people enjoying its incredible natural beauty.  Casa Careyes is located midway into the Northview community which ends at another seldom used one mile long extremely secluded beach that faces Culebrita.
Casa Careyes is located on the pristine mangrove lined waterfront of Manglar Bay. This unspoiled sheltered mini bay provides some spectacular natural features for your Caribbean adventures. It is rare to see more than a handful of boats in this beautiful stretch of quiet water.  There is a legal community dock (125 ft length) that is a very rare find on Culebra. This is the only dock on the whole east end of Culebra. It is perfect for dinghy or small boat and there is an exceptional protected mooring area for larger boats just a few hundred feet off the dock.  The 6.8 acre property of Casa Careyes is located adjacent to this small, private, and quiet setting of the community dock.  There is a trail from the residence to the dock approx 200 meters in length. This is the closest property in the community to the dock and offers the only easy walk able access and an excellent visible observation point of your watercraft from the residence.  Finally, Casa Careyes features a storage building at the foot of the property approx fifty yards from the actual dock.	Manglar Bay is quiet, calm and secretly contains a treasure chest full of magnificent natural resources.  There is excellent Tarpon fishing at the closed end of the Bay which is surrounded by majestic mangroves and at the bay’s entrance there are sand flats that will have you enjoying some fine Bone fishing. The large Green turtles and the smaller Hawksbill also use this secluded bay for their quiet resting area and it is not uncommon to see different species of Rays some up to six feet gliding along the bottom.  Outside the entrance to this small bay from January- March watch for the Humpback whales as they make their traditional runs thru the Caribbean.  From the small dock you are just twenty minutes to Culebrita and some great fishing for Sierra, King, Mahi Mahi, or Tuna. If snorkeling or diving is your pleasure you are perfectly located to enjoy many great locations within a few minutes by boat. Manglar Bay is also an perfect location for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, kite sailing and windsurfing.  If  birding is your passion? You can enjoy the many varieties of seabirds from our acrobatic diving Pelicans to the soaring beauty of the visiting  Ospreys. The sheer pristine nature of this special area of Culebra will capture your spirit and enhance your appreciation for what is truly important in life. However, if you have a burning desire to get cosmopolitan you can take a quick boat trip to St Thomas which is only 13 miles to the east.

 

Residence-   “ the thatched roof residence” Casa Careyes is a distinctive inspiration of design and function.  This unique and creative home will capture and enhance the imagination for the many Culebra adventures that will await its new owners.  The house was designed and built after considerable exploration and research. This process demanded a residence that complemented the location of this very special 6.8 acre waterfront property. The residence therefore provides an elegant understatement to this dynamic location.  It accomplishes this by using an exclusive design that combines the unique use of traditionally constructed and sustainable African thatched roofs incorporated with the more modern fundamentals of contemporary Caribbean architecture.  The result is an inspired sublime design that complements this ultimate tropical Caribbean setting.  The one hundred and eighty degree water views of Manglar Bay and the Caribbean Sea are unobstructed and will remain so forever. During the day the medley of the shimming mosaic colors in the water as they reflects upon a crystal blue sky framed by the enhanced mangrove shoreline and refreshed by the  sweet scented tropical trade breezes will totally captivate all of your senses. At night the pure liquid translucence of the bay below sheltered by a transparent night sky studded with celestial panoramic vistas unaffected by manmade light pollution will transform your poetic nature and be a true source of inspiration.  You will be in constant joy of the both the daytime and nighttime that are a perfect blended tropical cocktail of sky, sea, and topography.

Outside

Outside

Casa Careyes Features:
> Waterfront property –Size- 7.0352  cuerdas – approx 6.8 acres
> Main house-  living /dining/kitchen 3 bedrooms 3 baths
> Main living building has unique indoor- outdoor design accented with patios
> Octagon shaped living /dinning/kitchen area of approx 700 sq ft
> Main thatched ceiling above living/dining/kitchen that peaks at approx 35 ft
> Master bedroom suit with custom bathroom and unique indoor-outdoor shower
> Master bedroom suite features the second thatched roof of 19 ft height
> Master bedroom has a private patio/deck/ hot tub area / spectacular water views
> Two additional bedrooms in main house accompanied by two modern bathrooms
> Additional two bedrooms in main building feature 13 ft beamed hip roof design
> Each additional bedroom has private balcony patio
> Separate 2 car 2 story garage with guest bedroom /bath upstairs  approx 300sq ft
> Additional above garage bedroom also features 13 ft high wood beamed ceiling
> Commercial Quality kitchen – (see below)
> Lower two car garage with bath – 506 sq ft – easily converted to two bedrooms
> Separate Playroom building – 216 sq ft-easily converted into additional bedroom
> The separate playroom features the third and final thatched roof - 15ft height
> Many dimensions of patios and decks throughout property
> AC all main house bedrooms/bathrooms
> Ceiling fans throughout
> Laundry room with washer/dryer
> Additional storage / wine cellar room
> Sold fully furnished and ready for use or rental
> Rain Water Cistern capacity 10,000 gallons
> Underground electric run to property
> Custom storm panels

The enhanced design insures that bedrooms-and living space and decks are afforded excellent Caribbean water views with pleasant exposure to breeze.

The current design usage has four bedrooms and five baths but can easily be expanded to seven bedrooms with five bathrooms minimum.

 Construction –thick concrete block walls and a reinforced concrete roof  combined with reinforced thatched high peak roofs provides for a dramatic design.

	Kitchen- is designed for the chef to comfortably cook for a large family with lots of friends.  The “True” large stainless double door refrigerator  is typically found in restaurants . The “Vulcan” six burner two oven stove also features a separate Vulcan grill top. The freezer chest is located in the adjacent pantry area with plenty of space for storage.

Tennis Court & Gazebo- This estate features the only private tennis court on Culebra. The court is located in a lower level area protected from the stronger breezes that the property enjoys. Located above the court is an enchanting gazebo (14x14) that is subject to the impressive ocean views and breezes that make this a fabulous location for the enjoyment of a cool tropical drink after an exhilarating tennis match.

Community Dock:  This 6.8 acre property is directly adjacent to the community dock that is located in the spectacular natural beauty of  Manglar Bay.   There is an approx 200 meter trail from the residence to the dock area and the property features a large storage building next to the dock area. The dock of 125 feet length is perfect for a dinghy tie up or for load or unloading from larger boats. This dock is the “ONLY” dock on the east end of Culebra and is a significant feature that enhances the value and use of the property.

Comunity Dock, view from house	Comunity Dock
Comunity Dock	Comunity Dock

Master Bedroom	Master Bedroom Deck
Master Bedroom Balcony	ster Views from Master Bedroom
Bedroom #2	Bedroom #3
Interior Entry	Living Area
Laundry	Views
Views	Garage Building
Thatched Game Room	Interior Game Room

Side Garage

Garage Upper Bedroom

Garage Bath

Landscape Design- provides for a very eclectic Caribbean flavor with a variety of tropical plants, trees, cactus, and flowering plants.  The setting for this property is a tropical paradise that is very private and requires minimum  maintenance.

 Special Note -Bird Lovers- Much of Culebra but especially the area of Northview Estates is a natural paradise for our feathered friends. Many species of birds either migrate here in the winter months or live here yeas round.  To name a few: frigate birds, white and blue herons, ospreys, hummingbirds, sugar birds, banaquits, brown pelicans, various hawks, owls and many varieties of ducks and sea birds.

 Rental Income-  Although the current owners have never rented the property, the ability to rent the residence in this unique location is a consideration. 

 Future Swimming Pool Location- For those that would want a swimming pool there is a perfect location that suits views, breeze and privacy.

 Taxes:  Approx $3000. annually 

Listed at $4,000,000