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$16,814,300

Groot Santa Martha, Soto

Lot size795 Acres
Property typeLand

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Listed Mar 4, 2026

Updated 9h ago

A Landmark Coastal Development Opportunity in Curaçao 322 Hectares Coastal Development Estate Overlooking Santa Martha Bay | Curaçao, Caribbean Along the untouched western shoreline of Curaçao lies Groot Santa Martha , an extraordinary 322-hectare (795-acre) coastal estate offering one of the most significant development opportunities in the Caribbean. Overlooking the tranquil waters of Santa Martha Bay and the open Caribbean Sea, this remarkable property provides a rare opportunity to create a world-class destination in one of the region’s most naturally preserved environments. The estate unfolds across a dramatic landscape of rolling hills, lagoons, and pristine coastline where native vegetation meets the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. With approximately 900 meters of shoreline , including frontage along both the Caribbean Sea and Santa Martha Bay, the property offers exceptional possibilities for waterfront development and breathtaking coastal living. Elevations rising to approximately 80 meters above sea level offer sweeping panoramic views across the bay and surrounding countryside, creating spectacular vantage points ideally suited for a master-planned resort or luxury residential community designed in harmony with the natural landscape. The landholding consists of both Future Development Land and a designated Conservation Area , ensuring that significant portions of the natural environment will remain preserved while allowing carefully planned development in appropriate areas. This balance between conservation and development enhances the long-term value and exclusivity of the estate while maintaining the natural beauty that defines Curaçao’s west coast. Designated as Future Development Land under Curaçao’s Island Development Plan, the estate offers substantial flexibility for visionary development concepts. Potential possibilities include a luxury resort destination, boutique eco-resort, marina village, branded residences, or a private coastal residential enclave. The property may also be developed in combination with the neighboring San Nicolas estate , creating a combined development opportunity exceeding 600 hectares (1,500 acres) —one of the largest coastal development sites in the Caribbean. The surrounding area is increasingly recognized as Curaçao’s emerging eco-luxury coast . Adding further momentum to the region’s growth, the TUI Blue beachfront resort at nearby Coral Cliff is currently under construction , introducing a new international hospitality destination that will further strengthen the west coast as an emerging premium tourism and resort corridor. Located near the village of Soto on Curaçao’s scenic west coast, the estate combines exceptional privacy with convenient accessibility. Willemstad , the island’s historic capital and UNESCO World Heritage city, is approximately 30 kilometers away , while Curaçao International Airport lies just 23 kilometers from the property. Curaçao offers a uniquely attractive environment for international investors. As part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands , the island benefits from political stability, a transparent legal framework, and a well-developed financial infrastructure. Its location outside the hurricane belt , combined with strong tourism growth and increasing global demand for luxury resort and residential destinations, further enhances the long-term potential of this extraordinary estate. Large-scale coastal landholdings of this magnitude have become increasingly scarce throughout the Caribbean. With its exceptional scale, pristine natural setting, and strategic development potential, Groot Santa Martha represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape a landmark destination on Curaçao’s spectacular western coast.

 Courtesy of Ray Seijs | Curacao Sotheby's International Realty

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