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SUNSET VILLAS 1 st CHOICE BELIZE Agent Placenicia Penninsula Stann Creek District Heading Location Property Type Price Property Description Area Description Water front lots Four Mile Lagoon,,

1 SUNSET VILLAS 1 st CHOICE BELIZE Agent Placenicia Penninsula Stann Creek District Heading Location Property Type Price Property Description Area Description Water front lots Four Mile Lagoon,, Corozal District, Belize Residential Tourism (See Price List Below) Four Mile Lagoon. Approximately 4 miles north of Corozal Town Water front 15 minutes by car to the Corozal Airport and 25 minutes to bordering Chetumal, Mexico. 2 hours by boat or 20 minute commuter flight to Ambergris Caye. Access to Playa del Carmen and Cancun through Pan American Highway, American style shopping malls and center across Chetumal, Mexico. Realtor Lincoln Eiley ID #1070 The Property: SUNSET VILLAS! Paradise Has Found Corozal at Sunset Villas! - It should be no surprise that people love to live near water; it s the essential substance of life after all, plus seventy percent of the Earth is covered in the stuff so it s hard to avoid. I long ago recognized and fed this need, always avoiding job offers in dry desert cities and, mountain vacations where only narrow creeks and streams run. However, after a decade on Chicago s chilly but beautiful Lake Michigan shores I also needed to be warm. So, when my friend John Harris a home builder and developer working near Corozal Town in Belize Central America (where I am several years into retirement) showed me his recently completed off-grid residence on the tropical shore of nearby Four-Mile Lagoon I was impressed. I admit my original interest in the structure was wooden that is to say the finely crafted cabinetry and other components made of exotic Belize Poison

2 Wood that John had custom built for the kitchen and both full bathrooms. A pump for fresh lagoon water is also there for garden and landscape uses. A fireplace is unnecessary in Belize but a satellite dish to pull in the World Cup is Poison Wood (Chechem in Maya), as its name implies, is a highly toxic tree related to Poison Ivy, Sumac, et al. The effect of exposure to its sap, or for some lore says, even its shade can cause horrific first and second-degree chemical burns. That this poisonous wood is also used to make fine furniture, cabinets, and even countertops intrigued me. But, like a scorpion without its stinger, say the wood workers, Chechem is harmless once dried and is some of the most beautifully-grained of Belize s extensive gallery of glamorous hardwoods. True. The lustrous dark cabinetry is alive with swirls of green/black figuring, highlighting the modern above-cabinet sinks in the baths. A loft ceiling sports exposed solid-wood beams. The hand-craftsmanship in the place just screams luxury - a noise prompting me to tour the rest of the deluxe residence. High quality Mexican-made tiles is used everywhere in Belize, and it is seen in the flooring and bath-tile finishes John has installed in his new two bedroom home all the while hoping soon to be evicted once he sells it. If sitting on the dock of the bay, is your idea of a relaxed carefree existence, you can do just that on this property s twenty-foot pier that juts out into the blue, river-fed lagoon just a short boat ride from Mexican shopping destinations. A boat-ramp allows launching and haul-out of your vessel. Sited on a solid acre, with 120 feet of waterfront views, the smooth, modern- looking concrete structure with angles and cantilevers, evoking Prairie architecture, is built high up on compacted landfill to guard against lagoon-rise. Buyers and builders on the Lagoon are warned, rain and a North wind can conspire to raise the water level several feet in a short time, so there are steps leading down to the dock and the stone sea wall. This same breeze flows through the house when the hand-carved mahogany doors are swung open, cooling the home and as it happens, generating much of the home s electrical power. Off- grid means just that in the case of this kind of luxury tropical living. A 1, 000 KW wind turbine spins in a wind-audited stream of mph and connects to an overbuilt 24 Volt battery bank, backed up by a 6.5 KW, Honda inverter-generator (in case of lulls or emergencies) powered by natural gas (how green is that!) and, inverters and controllers make it all seamless. The lagoon-front patio is, or rather are, three asymmetrically placed tiled and covered areas marking the location of three underground tanks holding 13,000 gallons of stored, filtered rainwater collected by the building s roof runoff system.

3 provided. The one acre site offers ample room for vegetable gardens, orchards and for flower growing. Opposite the waterfront view is the mostly-cleared tropical forest ready for a nature hiking trail to strike through it. Orchids and exotic wildlife are ubiquitous on the property. Fishes are abundant in the lagoon. A small guest-house cabana(s) for rental income is currently under consideration. In the end, the Four Mile Lagoon is perfect for swimming, (crocodile alert!) kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and its mangrove- fringed shores are just the right place to relax and read. Sunsets are brief but spectacular in the tropics so, the West-facing Sunset Villa s Development is aptly named. Off-grid living on the banks of a tropical blue lagoon is not for everyone, but if you are a waterbaby as I am (and you can afford it) this waterfront property is surely heaven on Belize. (Article above contributed by: William Bill Link) Services: Water: Shallow well point with an elevated rain water tank. Buyer Expense Septic System: Yes (Aqua Privy System approved by local Health Bureau) Buyer Expense Services: Cable TV and Internet Service - (Satellite) Buyer Expense Electric: Off grid. Buyer Expense RESIDENTIAL LOTS: (Are subject to protective covenants) Use/Type Lot # Size Price Key Features Residential 1 1 Acre $48,900USD 119 WF/Park & Pier Residential 2 1 Acre $49,900USD 119 WF/Park & Pier Residential 3 1 Acre $48,900USD 119 WF/Park & Pier Residential 4 1 Acre $48,900USD 119 WF/Park & Pier Residential 5 1 Acre $50,900USD 119 WF/Park & Pier Residential 6 1 Acre $52,900USD SOLD Residential 7 1 Acre $295,000USD House For Sale Residential 8.93 Acre $58,900USD 149 WF/Park & Pier Residential 9 1 Acre $55,900USD 132 WF/Park & Pier Residential 10 1 Acre $49,900USD SOLD Residential Acre $50,900USD 124 WF/Park & Pier Residential Acre $50,900USD 121 WF/Park & Pier

4 Residential Acre $50,900USD SOLD Residential Acre $89,900USD 265 WF/Park & Pier All residential lots are approximately 350 deep. Note: Prices are in US$ and subject to change without notice. Prices are cash sale and include filled pad and drive, about 15,000 sq.ft. in area. Financing is available for a slightly higher price on the lots. INVESTMENT ACREAGE: (One row back) Investment Acres $132,900 USD WF PARK PIER Some lots along the water will require some fill at Buyer expense. Current price is $45.00 USD per truck load of cubic yards including D7 bulldozer to pack it. Enjoy the natural Belizean views. The property is ideally situated in the fast developing town and growing expat community of Corozal District. From Corozal Town you are a 5 minute drive to Corozal airstrip by car, with San Pedro, Ambergris Caye 20 minutes away by plane or two hours by water taxi. The fantastic Chetumal US style Shopping Malls and the new Chetumal International Airport are conveniently minutes by car across the Belize/Mexico border. Community Features and Infrastructure - Living in Belize AARP LIKES COROZAL IN BELIZE AS TOP RETIREMENT DESTINATION (read article August 11, 2010) Association of American Retirement People Magazine Coming into Belize by road through Mexico gives you the splendid opportunity to enter the small metropolis that is Belize's northernmost district - Corozal. Traditionally the heart of the country's sugar growing and processing industry, Corozal today is also well-known for its Free Zone, sprawling housing development favored by expats and low cost of living. Corozal Town continues to be a convenient base for day trips to Chetumal, the capital of Mexico's southern state of Quintana Roo which is nine miles away, or for excursions to the Mayan ruins and beaches of the Yucatan Peninsula. San Pedro Ambergris Caye, Belize' most popular destination for scuba divers and snorkelers, is only 20 minutes by air from the Corozal airstrip. It's 90 miles

5 from Belize City to Corozal by air, a comfortable two-hour ride by road; buses run daily. Corozal is located between two scenic rivers, the New River and Rio Hondo, with its fair share of Maya ruins, snorkeling, swimming and fly fishing attractions. Corozal - Best Retirement Destination Corozal is Belize's fourth largest populated district, with 20,335 residents. and home to a growing community of North American and European retirees. In 2010 the American Association of Retired Persons, the AARP, ranked Corozal a top retirement destination. The article describes Corozal: "Squeezed between Mexico's Yucatan coast and Guatemala to the south, sparsely populated Belize is a Central American paradise, with tropical jungle flora, endless white beaches, an aquamarine Caribbean sea, some of the world's best reefs for snorkelers, world-class fishing, Mayan ruins, and even casinos. "Most expats settle either on the largest island, Ambergris Caye, or in the Corozal District on the mainland's northern tip. Ambergris Caye has the upscale restaurants and condos, including million-dollar properties. It can be as expensive as South Florida (Leonardo Di Caprio bought an island west of Ambergris Caye). "The Corozal district, a few miles' drive from the Mexican border, is far more affordable. Corozal expats live a laid-back life, with year-round outdoor play (boating, hiking, swimming, diving), but are still only minutes from the malls and cineplexes of Chetumal, the capital of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo." Another interesting view of Corozal comes from an American retiree who now calls Corozal home. He writes: "When we first visited Corozal in May 1998, my wife decided that she wanted to live here. It was hot and dry in May, and the town was in the economic doldrums, but we still loved it. The bay front reminded me of Santa Monica. Corozal is a sleepy little 3rd-world town, vaguely reminiscent of a small Mexican border town like Naco or Aqua Prietta on the Arizona-Mexico border. The cars are mostly used, the roads are mostly beat-up, and the town generally looks like it could use a coat of paint. Lately, the town is benefiting from some new income (from the Free Zone) and the main streets are starting to look more presentable." (Contributed) Corozal Belize Today Description: Getting There: Corozal is easy to reach by road or by air. From Belize City it is a two-hour

6 drive. Belize s domestic airlines offers flights daily between Corozal, San Pedro and Belize City. If you are traveling overland from Mexico you can cross the border by bus or car to reach Corozal. Car rentals and bus service are both available, however, most lodges provide transfer service and can pick up visitors from anywhere in Belize. Corozal: Explore Corozal, the northern-most district of Belize. Beyond the emerald green waters of the bay, Corozal has much to offer. Four thousand years ago during the Maya Pre-classic periods, Corozal was an important seaport ruled by the Maya Cacique, Na Chan Kan. It survived the Mayan civilization s decline and the European conquest of the new world. In the 1800 s, Corozal became home to refugees of the Yucatan s Caste Wars. Then, as now, people have found peace, tranquility and relaxation in Corozal. The Corozal Free Zone is one of the newest attractions in the area for those seeking opportunities in business and industry. The rich history and people (Mayan, Mestizo, East Indian, Chinese, Creole, and Garifuna) make Corozal an interesting place, of great diversity and culture. From Corozal Town the main center if activity in the district, you can visit fascinating Maya villages, rich culture, rivers and waterways teeming with wildlife and the enchanting Corozal Bay, a sanctuary for manatees with inviting waters for swimming, sailing and other water sports. For those who want to enjoy the beauty of Belize and its rich, diverse culture, come to Corozal. Do It All From Corozal Imagine spending the morning discovering the ancient civilization of the Maya and the Santa Rita and Cerros. Temples, ball courts and some mounds have been covered with jungle growth for centuries. Listen to the sounds of the birds and feel the mystery of this sacred land as you walk through the trails. The afternoon offers many options. Take a boat ride along the New River, Rio Hondo and wetlands to experience the flora and fauna of the district, including crocodiles, ocelots, manatees and birds. Go further and marvel at the beds of water lilies on the lagoon. On your way back explore the banks of the river for tropical plants and the delicate orchids that hang from the trees. You may choose to visit one of the many Maya villages nearby where traditions are still alive or join a local fiesta. (Contributed) PRICE: (See Price List Above) Subject to change without notice

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FINCA SOLANA HOUSE & LOT

FINCA SOLANA HOUSE & LOT 1 st CHOICE BELIZE Agent Placenicia Penninsula Stann Creek District Heading Location Property Type Price Property Description Area Description House and Lot Finca Solana Area,