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Beautiful beachfront development - 2 bed apartment - Natal - Rio Grande de Norte [ SOLD ]

 Region: Natal

 Price: USD $ 91 867

 Bedrooms: 2

 Property Type: Apartment

 Development State: Off Plan

 
Description:
Beautiful beachfront development offering investors an excellent entry point to an exciting emerging market. 2 year guaranteed rental option.


Beds 2

Size M²(from) 92

Size M²(to) 100

Price (from) 91,867 EUR

Price (to) 109,763.00 EUR


Introduction

Outstanding development in a truly emerging market. Offering over 4km of private beach on a natural lake and over 1,500,000m2 of landscaped areas, this resort is unique. The resort offers investors a 2 years guaranteed rental option and is located in popular Natal with apartments from €76,000.

Payment Schedule

* Reservation / Depost: €4,500 - Required Immediately to reserve unit and secure price
* Contract: 25% is required within 21 days of reservation at the Contract signing stage (less initial €4,500)
* Stage Payment: 15% is required 3 Months after contracct
* Completion: The remaining 60% is required on completion. This is 80% via a standard mortgage (Subject to Status)

* This price is also subject to 4% Purchase Tax ** Investors wishing to purchase 5 or more units please speak with an IPIN advisor for payment terms.

Investment Return Projections
Potential Capital Appreciation P.A. 15.00% Conservative Estimate
Potential Rental Income P.A. 5.00% Actual Guaranteed Return Figure For 2 years
Development Description

Lagoa do Coelho Resort A luxury residential resort development set in a glorious tropical paradise, set around a 580,000 sq metre natural freshwater lagoon with 4km of private beach. The sea and tropical vegetation gracefully combine creating a colourful atmosphere. Within the resort setting there are over 40,000 palm trees and 8,000 protected trees.

Lagoa do Coelho - Apartments Phase 1 of this superb residential resort will consist of 8 blocks. Each block will consist of a selection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments each built and equipped to a very high standard. Each apartment block has been constructed to provide panoramic views of the resort and its surroundings. The developers of Lagoa do Coelho Resort have carefully planned the design to provide a harmonic integration of buildings within the landscape, respecting the environment and adapting the structures to the land's topography.

The buildings will have 4, 6 and 8 levels, this way you will be able to enjoy a panoramic view from all the apartments.

Horizontal and simple shapes made of rustic materials prevail. The paving material will be easily maintained and its texture and colour will be adapted to the activity carried out in the area.

There will be underground public lighting, so that the environment in each area can be appreciated.

Apartments come equipped with TV, satellite, Internet and telephone points in living room and bedrooms and with fridge, electric cook-top, oven and extractor hood in the kitchens.

Other installations include:

* Air Conditioning
* Electric Solar Blinds
* Flowerpot holders in terrace
* 6 Lifts in each block

The Lagoa do Coelho Resort boasts the following facilities:

* 3 commercial centres with over 300 outlets including shops, restaurants, bars, banks, cinemas, night clubs, nurseries, pet hotels and much more.
* Convention Centre with an Auditorium, a theatre with 1800 seats and 6 conference rooms holding up to 700 people
* Spa, Saunas, Swimming pools
* Medical clinics including plastic surgery and dental care, to be staffed with 10 of the best surgeons in the world
* Sports and leisure centres with water parks, gymnasium, indoor football, basketball, tennis, badminton, skating rink, volleyball, horse riding and many more
* 18 hole golf course
* 4km private beach around a 580,000 sq metre freshwater lagoon
* Marina
* Heliport
* Prestigious 5 star Hotel with over 300 rooms
* On site rental management service Guaranteed Rental Option: Apartments at the Lagoa do Coelho Resort come with 2 years guaranteed rental income following construction with 1 month per year available for owners use. A net guaranteed rental income of 4.3% to 5% depending on the unit. After the initial 2 years the property can continue to be rented out by the same management company for as long as the owner wishes.

Location Details

Located in the northeast of Brazil, between Fortaleza and Natal, a natural water lagoon next to the Atlantic Ocean. The resort itself is situated just outside Touros, a beautiful traditional town. This new development is ideally located near to many major cities and places of interest, Natal is only 35 minutes away and is the region of Brazil closest to Europe.

The current airport at Natal (Severo Ochoa) is located 35 minutes away from the resort. The new Sao Gonzalo Do Amarante Airport, the works of which are due to be completed by the year 2009, is foreseen to be the biggest commercial airport in Latin America and the fourth in the world. This airport will be located only 15 minutes away from the Lagoa Resort. Thomas Cook currently operates direct flights from Gatwick Airport to Natal on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Flight time is 9 hours.

Local climate

The seasons of year are opposites in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Brazilian seasons are: Summer (22 Dec - 21 March); Autumn (21 March - 22 June); Winter (22 June - 22 September); Spring (22 September - December).

The climate is actually semi-equatorial and the average temperature throughout the year is 28°C, even in the colder winter season, average temperature in Natal is about 24o C (75o F). You can expect about 300 days of sunshine per year. The heat is tempered a little by the sea breeze.

Because Natal is near the Equatorial Line, the sun at midday will be right overhead nearly every day of the year. It tends to rain in June - August and then again in January - February.

Why Invest in this Location?

The Country

* Year-round sunshine, with average summer temperatures of 21°C.
* Some areas in the north east of Brazil saw property price returns of 20%+ last year
* Current favourable currency exchange, making it cheap for foreigners to invest
* President Lula has brought great hope and improvements to Brazil
* Inflation at an all-time low
* Foreign investment is actively encouraged and you can own 100% of land and property
* Cost of living a mere 20% of the cost in the UK/Europe
* Property maintenance costs are low
* Increase of thriving manufacturing industries relocating to Brazil
* Expected to produce all of its own oil within the next year
* Great natural beauty with fantastic scenery and 7,000km of beaches
* According to some economists, Brazil will be amongst the economic leaders of the future, along with Russia, India and China
* Friendly nature of the Brazilian people
* Vibrant cities with carnivals and music
* Low international risk of war, terrorism or SARS in Brazil

The Region

* Brazil is fast emerging as a major economic force, being the 5th largest country in the world and the 15th largest economy. Now is the time for the smart investor to invest in what many people are heralding as the next investment destination. This resorts proximity to major airports and the stunning beaches make it a perfect location within 1 of the Worlds most talked about current property hotspots.
* Stunning location with beautiful beaches just 500m away and within a resort boasting 40,000 palm trees and 8,000 protected trees.
* Very close (15mins) to the new Sao Gonzalo Do Amarante Airport, set to be the largest in Latin America. This will increase tourism and the resort is best placed for investors to take maximum advantage of this.
* In a study by NASA this region of the World was reported to offer the purist air on our planet.
* The resort itself offers an array of facilities including shopping centres with bars, restaurants, discos, and banks. A state of the art, 8000m2 medical facility offering cosmetic surgery and other health procedures, A marina, 18 hole golf course, convention centre, sports centres, not to mention a hotel and spa and even a helipad.
* Lagoa do Coelho Resort has the potential to become the number one resort in Northeast Brazil with its convenient location, exclusivity and superb facilities.
* Cost of living is very low, can be as low as 20% of the cost in the UK

Mortgage Options

Please request a consultation with your advisor regarding Mortgages.

Alternative Finance Options

In addition to financing through a mortgage, your IPIN advisor can also arrange for help you finance your investment in other ways, such as Equity Release and personal finance.

Investment Strategy

We strongly recommend consulting with an IPIN advisor to discuss the investment strategy that best suits your personal situation.
FAQ

Where is Lagoa located? In the Northeast of Brazil, 35 minutes away from Natal, the capital of the State of Río Grande do Norte

What is the concept of Lagoa resort? It is a residential resort of the highest luxury, offering the best leisure and services infrastructure for an exclusive group of people.

What airlines are currently flying to Lagoa? The following airlines currently fly from the UK to the North East of Brazil; Thomas Cook, First Choice, British Airways, Airtours and BMI Baby.

What airports are there in the area? Access by air is gained through the Augusto Severo International Airport, 45 minutes away from the resort, where there are also direct flights to the most important cities in the country with Varig Brazilian Airlines. The new airport, São Gonzalo do Amarante, will be finished in the year 2009; with capacity to hold 5 million travellers and located only 15 minutes away from the resort.

What is the flight schedule from the main cities? Flights operate the following days: Madrid – Natal: Mondays, departure: 14:55h. (Spanish time)- arrival in Natal: 19:00h. (Brazilian time). Natal-Madrid: Sundays, departure: 23:59h. (Brazilian time)- arrival in Madrid: 12:05 on Monday (Spanish time).

What is the time difference in Brazil? The Eastern part of the country is four hours behind.

Do I need a visa to enter the country? Travellers with British nationality are only required to carry their passport, which shall be valid for a minimum of 6 months.

What services does the resort provide? A very modern Medical Cosmetic and Dental Clinic, a Health Centre, a Spa where you can put your body and mind to rest, a water park, shopping and leisure centres, animal hotel, luxury hotel, bars, cafés, restaurants, banks and exchange offices, cinemas, sport centres, convention centre, auditorium, theatre, 9 hole golf course, parks and children’s playgrounds, nurseries, 2 seacoast areas, heliport, 4 km private beach by a natural lake..

What is the weather like in Lagoa? It is a privileged region where you can enjoy the sun all year long with an average temperature of 28ºC. The mild breeze from the Atlantic softens the maximum temperatures of 31ºC reached from November to March (Summer), whereas minimum temperatures fall to 21ºC from June to October (Winter).

What is the currency used in Lagoa? The currency commonly used is the Brazilian Real, which has an approximate exchange rate of 2,70 Reals to the Euro. Money can be exchanged in banks and exchange offices, as well as in hotels. Main credit cards are accepted without any problem in restaurants and shopping centres.

What is the cost of living in Lagoa? Compared to other tourist areas in the country, prices are surprisingly cheap in restaurants, bars, shops; in some cases the cost of living can be up to 75% cheaper than the UK, so we advise you make the most of it!

What is the official language of the country? Portuguese; but Spanish speakers have no problem since they usually understand Spanish due to the fact that they are so geographically close to Spanish-speaking countries.

Is it easy and safe to travel in the area? Investments undertaken thanks to the growth of tourism have contributed to a planned and organised urban infrastructure.

There are two main means of transport to reach the area: by plane or coach. In Natal there is a port, but only for cargo ships.

There is a small urban train network, but the long distance lines are not working.

By coach you can reach the “Cidade do sol” Station where you can take a coach to the most important cities in Brazil. There is also a bus and minibus service that works generally well.

Due to the continuous tourist development of the area, a bridge of large dimensions is being built, which will reduce the distance between Natal and Lagoa resort from 60 to 30 minutes.

If you want to rent a car in Natal, you can either do so from the agencies located in the airport or you can make your reservation in advance.