How far is Half Moon Bay from the Airport?
Answer: Half Moon Bay is approximately ten (10) minutes drive away from the airport and costs around US$20.00 by taxi.
How far is Halfmoon Bay from Downtown?
Answer: Half Moon Bay is approximately fifteen (15) minutes drive away from downtown and costs around US$20.00.
How close are the major beaches and restaurants?
Answer: The beaches are within 5 minutes to fifteen (15) minutes drive away, depending on where you are going. For example, the closet beach will be five (5) minutes drive away, whereas, the furthest going to the South East Peninsular will be approximately fifteen (15) minutes drive away. The restaurants are within seven (7) minutes drive going north and twelve (12) minutes drive going south.
What is the current Eastern Caribbean exchange rate?
Answer: The current official currency exchange rate in St. Kitts is EC$2.70 EC to one US dollar.
What are some of the things to do while on the Island?
Answer: You may visit historical sites, go swimming, snorkeling, hiking, golfing, or visit the beaches. There are a number of beaches, clubs, restaurants/bars that have dancing at nights, or you may opt to go to the internationally-acclaimed Royal St. Marriott and Casino, or visit the theatre, karaoke, and sport bars on the island.
What are some main events that take place in St. Kitts?
Answer: The National Carnival and Parade that takes place from December to January, St. Kitts International Triathlon in May, St. Kitts Music Festival in June, Nevis Culturama in August, Ocean Fest in October, as well as for the first time, 2007 World Cup Cricket.
What are our deposit and purchasing requirements?
Answer: Payment terms are negotiable. As with all Real Estate policies, you will be required to make several payments prior to start of construction, as well as, to secure the property. Therefore, contacting your financial provider will be essential. Please refer to a copy of our sales and purchase agreement on our website; www.sunrisehillsvillas.com.
Will all purchase agreements be in English?
Answer: Yes. Documents can be translated into another language at the purchaser's option.
What is our cancellation policy?
Answer: You are asked to cancel at a minimum of 3 months prior to commencement of construction.
If I decide to purchase a Villa, when will construction begin?
Answer: The construction start date of your Villa depends on when you negotiate your purchase. The projected time of completion is a period of 6 to 12 months from start of construction.
What is the maximum number of bedrooms can one request?
Answer: There currently six (6) customizable designs to choose from. You do have the opportunity to choose your design and the number of bedrooms you wish. Presently, you have an option to choose up to four (4) bedrooms. However, additional bedrooms and changes to specifications and layouts are negotiable.
Do you have a Home Owners' Association?
Answer: No. You will be responsible for all maintenance of your home however, assistance will be provided to offer guidance.
In what currency are payments made?
Answer: All payments are to be made in US currency.
As a non-national, can I buy a business in St. Kitts?
Answer: Since our industry is Tourism driven, we welcome foreign and local investors alike. Hence, there is no restriction on a non-national's ability to purchase a business in St. Kitts. Keep in mind, however, that one must be in a position to declare his/her financial status and comply with all Government's laws and regulations.
As a non-resident, what is the impact on the duration of my stay in St. Kitts?
Answer: You will be entitled to citizenship upon purchase of a Villa with a minimum cost of US$250,000.00.
Can I finance the purchase of a property?
Answer: Yes. Currently there are several local institutions that provide mortgages at competitive rates. The amount of the loan and the rate of interest are to be negotiated between the purchaser and the bank.
Can I buy more than one Villa?
Answer: Yes.
