Barton Creek Jungle Retreat- Glamping Haven
This exclusive and secluded Glamping Haven is like no other. Not only will you feel at home but be completely at peace with nature. Wake up every morning surrounded by tall green trees and a wealth of wildlife. The perfect destination for a dreamer, adventurer, or nature lover. Immerse and live in a tranquil jungle setting and wake up to singing birds, coffee in hand to enjoy the grand hillside view of the Tapir Mountains and Barton Creek valley. This private residence could easily be used as a lifestyle eco-resort offering health, wellness, and yoga retreats. A perfect location to use for Digital Detox Resort.
THE PROPERTY:
This Glamping hideaway or Glamorous Camping as some may know it as, is located along the banks of the popular Barton Creek in the Cayo District. The main property is 45 acres of land on a mountainside found in an abundance of towering and pristine hardwood forest. Native hardwood trees such as sapodilla, cabbage bark, cedar and mahogany are few of the mature trees that create a natural canopy over all the structures and the deck. It features over 780 feet of frontage on Barton Creek, a freshwater water river flowing from the Barton Creek Cave, a famous and well visited tourist attraction in the Cayo District. The neighboring properties are that of Mennonites who take pride in keeping their culture alive and living off the land.
THE STRUCTURES and TENTS:
The Glamping hideaway has over 5,000 sq. ft. of split-level decking and bridge-ways built of solid indigenous hardwood trees linking the tents and other structures.
The structures include:
Kitchen, Pantry and bathroom: a commercial size kitchen with high quality appliances combined with laundry and guest bathroom (375 sq. ft.)
Covered outdoor cooking area with BBQ grill and oven
Main tent: open floor plan spacious master bedroom, with office, king size bed, closet space, bathroom & double vanity sink (755 sq. ft.)
Guest tent: bedroom with 2 queen size beds (269 sq. ft.)
Guest bathroom and shower overlooking river valley (200 sq. ft.)
Tent covered sunken family living space with lounge chairs, fire pit, clam chairs, Adirondack rocking chairs (430 sq. ft.)
Dining/lounge tent with stunning views of jungle canopy and river valley, 22 ft. off the ground (323 sq. ft.)
Cold storage room for food and supplies equipped with AC unit and dehumidifier (120 sq. ft.)
20 ft. metal storage container with roof
Generator room with two quiet generators and battery bank
Workshop stocked with tools and power tools
EQUIPMENT and VEHICLES:
Included in the sale of property is a hydroelectric wheel as source of power, 2 high capacity fuel generators, 40 piece battery bank, 2 outback converters, deep water well, 8,000 gallon freshwater storage tank, 1999 Toyota 4WD Hilux truck, 2002 Ford F250 4WD truck, Polaris 4WD Quad and 2 motorcycles.
**A more detailed list of equipment and tools can be made available upon request.
PROPERTY POTENTIAL:
This is indeed a property that needs to be experienced and there is no better way than to see it in person. This property is currently being used as a single-family residence with the option to keep as is or convert and expand into a luxury green glamping experience. Taking into consideration, the property is turn key with all equipment and vehicles necessary to operate as a luxury tent destination or combined with wood cabanas.
LOCATION:
The property is in the Upper Barton Creek area, a 45-minute drive from San Ignacio Town, a well-known tourist town which offers many amenities and conveniences. The renowned Barton Creek cave is just a 5-minute drive and is a perfect place for cave canoeing or swimming in cool and clear waters.
ADDITIONAL PROPERTY:
There is an option to acquire this property and compliment it with another tract of land, i
t is 127 acres of fertile land found mostly in primary forest perfect for trail hiking, horseback riding or fruit tree farming. This property has a large underground cave and 3 other caves, lots of fruit trees, a water spring and a caretaker’s house. Acquiring both as a package not only compliments the Glamping Retreat which only expands on the possibilities.
- Asking Price:
- $1,680,000 (USD) Furniture / Fixtures included
- Sales Revenue:
- Not applicable
- Cash Flow:
- Not applicable
Property Information
- Real Estate:
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Real Property Included
- Location:
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45 minutes from San Ignacio near the Barton Creek Cave Reserve. 15 minutes from Seven Miles-El Progresso
- Premises Details:
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45 acres with 8 structures. Glamping retreat with main living quarters, guest tent, entertainment/dining area, living room, commercial kitchen, cold storage building, 2 full bathroom, and maintenance building containing two quiet generators and equipment.
Business Operation
- Expansion Potential:
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Current property foot print is less that 3 areas of the 45 acres available.
- Competition / Market:
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Unique nothing in the Cayo District of Belize that combines outdoor living with luxury and comfort. 45 acres provides development opportunities and expansion. Additional 127 acres can be purchased with the property. Includes a 1,200 square foot home, extensive cave system, stunning mountain views. Excellent location for adventure eco camp with mountain bike trails, cave exploration, unique zip line course could include cliff repelling.
- Employees:
- 3
- Years established:
- 6