Portico

Portico, Location: St.James, Barbados
3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Luxury Communities, Condominium / Apartment , Air Conditioning, Bathrooms en-suite, Security on-site , Full Kitchen, Bar, Fitness Center, Beach ( front), Straight-on view of the ocean, Swimming Pool,
Price: $4,950,000.00 USD

Villa Description

Located on the serene and picturesque Prospect Bay Beach in St. James Barbados, Portico stands as a true personification of sophistication and state of the art living that is distinct from any other residential development on the island's west coast.

The development's extraordinary architecture makes way for a lifestyle that will be enjoyed by a select few; with just two units on each of the five floors, owners are sure to enjoy a level of privacy and exclusivity unparalleled on the island.

The tropical modern style was conceptualised to merge the interior living space with the property's stunning environs; glass balustrades and ample windows offer uninterrupted views of the stunning Caribbean sea. The remarkable lifestyle that Portico offers will undoubtedly sur bathrooms and spacious walk-in closets . master features double glass doors opening to private terraces and views of the Caribbean sea . fully-equipped open plan kitchens . spacious living areas luxuriously appointed with ivory coloured marble floors and walls . terrace with uninterrupted glass fronted balustrade and frameless sliding glass doors . heated Jacuzzis . underground parking . 70 sq. ft. storage and wine facilities . separate staff-lunch area, including changing rooms, lockers, bathroom and shower facilities. penthouse apartments include additional 1,500 sq. ft. private roof terrace with breathtaking 360 . views, private pool, entertaining area and lush landscaping . garden apartments feature additional 1,500 sq. ft. of private gardens and sun terrace

ARCHITECTURE Contemporary design unique to the west coast . creative fusion of modern and traditional architecture with glass, marble and hand-crafted cedar finishes . striking atrium with 60° glass curtain wall, magnificent water feature, kinetic hanging sculpture, state of the art glass bridge entrance and marble stairway . glass-front elevator overlooking the Caribbean sea

LOCATION Situated between Sandy Lane and Four Seasons Hotel on 15 ft. bluff overlooking the Caribbean sea . located opposite one of the island's best diving reefs featuring the Stavronikita, a 365 ft. sunken wreck in 120 ft. of water . beautiful beach walk with green monkey natural habitat . 10 minutes north of the vibrant capital Bridgetown . 10 minutes south of the chic and historic Holetown district . close to shopping, groceries and medical services . near to nightlife and world-class restaurants

FINISHES NEFF (Canada) kitchen . sanitary ware by Villeroy and Boch . Cambria quartz countertops . marble tiling throughout . handmade solid cedar door and window frames . cedar closets . glass mosaic tiling in pool areas . double-glazed tempered glass used throughout . Dornbracht . 'Jason' Hydrotherapy air and whirlpool combination tubs with chromatherapy lighting . integral air-conditioning systems . ambient cove lighting

TECHNOLOGY Dedicated and secure GPX phone system with half mile range . wireless cat 5 Bluetooth Internet . 5.1 Surround Sound Theatre System . Audiophile quality sound system . sound and lighting control panels . light sensors

AMENITIES Cybex fitness centre with panoramic sea views, audio-visual entertainment system and air-conditioning . luxurious changing rooms, showers and sauna . 85-ft heated infinity edge lap pool with tempered glass and mosaic tile finishes . sunbathing deck . staffed beach bar . private access gate to prospect beach

LIFESTYLE Five-star concierge service available offering the ultimate in luxurious, care-free living . housekeeping services . private chefs and catering . chauffeurs . childcare and babysitting . excursion planning including island tours, tee times and sailing expeditions . tickets to cultural, social and sporting events . dining reservations . event planning . regional travel planning by air or sea

SECURITY 24-hour security staff with first-aid training and dedicated security desk . multi-location passive infrared CCTV system with non-intrusive monitoring . keypad and swipe card security access . camera integrated intercom system for apartment entry . intrusion detection (entry and glass) . remote locking garage door system for vehicle access to underground car park . comprehensive smoke and fire detection . two elevators designed to function during emergencies on back-up system

WELL-BEING Structure and glass atrium built to withstand 130mph winds and missiles or category 3 . buildings are fully accessible by disabled persons including pool areas . sound-absorbing Proflex layer between floors . Quietpipe insulation on all piping to eliminate noise . 24-hour property management response service . dedicated water and power emergency supply . discreet garbage chutes . water softener systems for both kitchens and bathrooms

ECO-FRIENDLY INNOVATION Building design maximises use of natural light and cool breezes . vantage lighting control system and sensors . energy efficient bulbs used throughout development . tinted and double glazed windows to reduce heat and noise . Toshiba SMMS (variable refrigerant flow) air-conditioning system utilising 50% less energy per annum . heat insulators on the roof . solar panel heated pools . programmable water heaters . onsite wastewater treatment and underground rainwater collection facility for irrigation . glass and plastic recycling collection . considerable resources dedicated to preserving two 80 year old oceanfront Mahogany trees . extensive landscaping Apts. 9 & 10: Penthouses 3 bed 3 ½ bath - include an additional 1,500 sq. ft. of roof terrace with landscaping, deck, BBQ area and 10 man pool - (total sq. ft. 5,000 sq. ft.) Prices starting at US$ 4,950,000