Where the tradewinds blow

WHERE THE TRADEWINDS BLOW

Nestled between the sun and the sea, lies Cockleshell Bay and the setting for the Solterre residences. Cooled by the gentle breeze of the tradewinds and lapped by the ocean, this is barefoot luxury living, Caribbean style

by Roxanne Hughes

- ph. courtesy by Sotheby’s International Realty

This secluded bay on the south-eastern tip of St Kitts is about to become the island’s most sought after address. The crescentshaped enclave enjoys a beachfront position with views across the turquoise waters towards St Kitts’ sister island, Nevis.

The exquisite Solterre residences were envisioned by Capital Realty & Development (CR&D), experienced master-planners who have created residential and resort developments across the US and the Caribbean. CR&D turned to RAD Architecture for the development’s alluringly distinct design, with a strict instruction that the venture support the island’s businesses, respect the environment, and show responsible consideration for sustainability.

Comprising 36 two-to-three bedroom three-storey homes, as well as nine estate properties that each occupy a half-acre plot, Solterre will establish its own small community in this corner of the Caribbean. Built from volcanic stone and set amongst lush, tropical gardens, the smaller homes are equipped with their own private plunge pools and offer desirable terraces for an indoor/outdoor dynamic.

The estates offer open plan living with multiple balconies, larger pools and

extended grounds with features such as sunken fire pits and additional staff accommodation.

All the properties are available fully furnished and are styled in a contemporary Caribbean fashion.

Alongside the private residences, there are plans for a resort and club house, complete with state-of-the-art fitness centre, infinity pool and beachside concierge, as well as a bar and restaurant with a rooftop space for events. Residents of Solterre will benefit from full access to the resort’s amenities and services.

The neighbouring islands of St. Kitts & Nevis are joined by The Narrows, a two-mile channel that’s easily traversed by water taxi. Solterre is just a 15-minute drive to the airport and a five-minute drive to Christophe Harbour, the Caribbean’s newest deep-water marina.

St Kitts boasts a favourable tax environment with a citizenship investment programme, and enormous opportunity for those seeking a barefoot luxury bolthole in the Caribbean.

The Solterre residences are listed for sale with Sotheby’s International Realty, with prices from $2,450,000. www.sothebysrealty.com

The homes feature jaw-dropping 10-foot-high ceilings and enormous impact-resistant floor-to-ceiling glass panels The interiors have been designed by Rafael Amuchastegui. Finishes include engineered oak flooring and quartz countertops, and textured woods run throughout