Romantic and historic Old Fort Bay, on New Providence, in the Bahamas, is a haven for boaters, beach, and water-lovers – and prime property buyers.
Not only do you have the azure blue waters of Old Fort Bay to experience and enjoy, but the private gated community features a network of picturesque canals and waterways, along with stunning waterfront properties.
As specialist Engel & Völkers Bahamas Advisor, Natasha Vythoulkas, puts it, “Old Fort Bay offers luxury canal front living. It includes wonderful waterfront properties, a pristine beach, club and restaurant, fitness centre and swimming pool– in a secure, gated community.”
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As the name suggests, Old Fort Bay is the site of an ex-British fort in the northwest of New Providence Island dating back to the late 1700s and has a fascinating history. In fact, the Old Fort Bay Clubhouse is the site of the fort, which was built in a time when the Crown was warding off pirate attacks. It later became a plantation house before being converted into the prestigious private community it is today.
Old Fort Bay Club overlooks a beautiful beach with stunning blue-green waters that is considered to be the best on New Providence. Many boaters dock in the bay, while they explore the area. The classic architecture of the exclusive Old Fort Bay properties conjures up visions of the ‘Old Bahamas’ mixing Mediterranean and classic island style, surrounded by tropical landscaping.
The location of Old Fort Bay is also convenient, as it is just minutes away from the Bahamas capital Nassau and the Lynden Pindling International Airport, as well as gourmet restaurants, shops, and International schools.
With all those benefits, Old Fort Bay property is competitively-priced. Natasha Vythoulkas explains, “The attractive price point for a luxury waterfront property at Old Fort Bay compares extremely well to other developments when you consider the level amenities of the club and restaurant.”
Most buyers who look for Old Fort Bay real estate through Engel & Völkers Bahamas require furnished modern coastal waterfront homes with an open-plan design, that have four or more bedrooms, plus a cottage or staff/guest quarters.
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