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Caracola Beach and Spa Resort

The Caracola Beach & Spa Resort Comprises of 1244 apartments & duplexes spread over 15 floors, overlooking the stunning Caracola Beach, on the eastern fringes of the island’s main town, Porlamar.

With four different floor layouts to choose from, populated across three blocks, the apartments vary in size from 58.5m2* to 125.8m2*, nearly all with their own sea facing terrace.

Construction will be to the highest standard in accordance with stringent building regulations and comes with a 10-year building guarantee. Each apartment will have a fully fitted kitchen (including white goods) as well as climate control air conditioning systems and all other furniture**. All bathrooms will be fitted out with Roca or equivalent quality sanitary ware. The development will also have plenty of semi-covered parking.

The project is designed to be very eco-sensitive with the use of two layers of bricks with foam insulation, combined with double glazed windows, which make for a thermally efficient environment. Caracola’s high standards of construction will set the benchmark for others to meet and follow.

*Including terracing
** Includes all content required by Geneva hospitality to enter the rental pool

Within the resort you will find a multitude of ser vices & facilities, including:
Restaurants, bars, spa, gymnasium, beauty salon, high end retail, swimming pools as well as hammocks, sun beds and chillout areas strategically located throughout the beautifully landscaped grounds.

Relaxation & leisure are common themes, which ripple throughout Caracola. Whether soaking up the sun’s rays in a hammock by the pool, enjoying a relaxing massage in the spa or taking a leisurely stroll around the beautifully landscaped gardens.
For more physically active pursuits there is a broad range of sports to take part in, both in and out of the water. A well equipped gym and a number of swimming pools combine with a variety of outside sports for the more active to let off steam.

Specification

Foundations
The foundations will be constructed using a system of isolated footings and beam footings in reinforced concrete. This will be covered by reinforced concrete to support vehicle traffic.

Structure
Structure with reinforced concrete formed by pillars in the same material. One-way slab flooring including electro-welded netting. The entire foundation and structure will comply as per the design and the execution, according to EHE regulations.
Brickwork Two layers outside front walls, formed by ceramic brick, with 4cm thick expanded polystyrene insulation and partition brick walls, laid with cement and covered on the interior with plaster. Through this method we can obtain a high level of acoustic and thermal insulation. The indoor walls are constructed with double airspace 7cm thick bricks. The division between the units will be executed with ceramic bricks laid on half footings, as per the norms of resistance acoustic insulation and fire resistance. Plaster false ceilings in bathrooms to allow for installation of air conditioning units.

Floors and Tiling
Top quality sandstone tiles inside the units. The terraces and porches will be finished with top quality anti-slip sandstone tiles. Ceramic sandstone top quality tiles in kitchen and
bathrooms.

Exterior Woodwork
The outside woodwork will be thermo-lacquered and aluminium in colour (incorporated aluminium blinds of the same colour), prepared for the installation of double glazed
Climalit windows. In this way, perfect acoustic and thermal insulation of windows and sliding doors is achieved.

Woodwork
High security entrance door with interior finishing of lacquered beech wood, and exterior woodwork in white PVC, anti drill locks, with a 3 point locking and 4 point anti bar.
Inside doors in lacquered beech wood with frieze and colour mark. Designer door handles. Wardrobes in layered lacquered beech wood, aluminium runners and interior covers, sliding
doors with aluminium runners.

Plumbing & Bathroom Fixtures
The entire plumbing distribution of hot and cold water will be in polyurethane piping, as well as the joints and fittings.

The entire bathroom fixtures will be of the “Roca” brand or similar, white in colour. Lever action chrome mixer taps will also be fitted.

Electricity
Electrical switches type Legrand or Galilea or a similar quality will be used. Two telephone points in each unit. Community telecommunication infrastructure (basic telephone wiring
installation, integrated services digital network, cable telecommunications, radio & TV aerial). Equipment for UHF VHF-FM frequencies, with all terrestrial channels, 2 points per
unit. Communal satellite dish.

Glazing
Climalit brand double glazed windows.

Paintwork
Acrylic polymer resin-based waterproof paint will be used on the exterior facade. Gloss plastic paint on interior walls. Gloss natural lacquer with woodgrain effect on indoor woodwork.

Sundries
Complete installation of air conditioning by ducts with hot and cold pump. Fully equipped kitchen, including white goods (washing machine, vitroceramic electric hob, oven and
combination fridge and electric water heater with a 75 litre capacity). Regulated water supply with pressure gauge. Various communal pools and lift for access to dwellings on upper floors. Semi covered communal parking spaces.

Golf, Activities & Shopping

Golf

Golf lovers will be very impressed by the standard of facilities on offer at the par 70 Isla Bonita 18 hole golf course. The course commands breathtaking sea views and is open all year round. If you wish to play, you may hire clubs, caddies and after an enjoyable round you can relax in the clubhouse bar where refreshments and food are readily available. Prices range from $40-$80 a round depending on the season.

Hiking

If hiking is more your style, you will definitely want to explore Isla Margarita’s numerous parks. The diverse conditions on the island allow you to explore mountain rain forests one day and sand flats the next.

Horse Riding

For a different kind of adventure, you may wish to explore the “Peninsula of Macanao” on
horseback. If beaches are more appealing, then you can trek along the shores of Paraguito
and Ascunsion Beaches.

SHOPPING

Isla Margarita is a duty-free zone offering a variety of shopping opportunities and exceptional value to Venezuelans and tourists alike. Prices are 15-20% lower than on mainland Venezuela, therefore considerably less expensive than Europe or the US. Isla Margarita is a haven for ceramics, textiles and handmade crafts. Everything from hats to handbags.

The chinchorro is a local term for hammock. These hammocks are an intricate weave of thin
strands of rough natural fibres. An array of styles can be found all over the island, differing
from town to town. You will also discover locally produced jewellery made using traditional
materials. The more discerning shopper will also be pleased at the extensive choice of designer clothes, jewellry and perfumes. Brands such as: Cartier, BMW, Benetton, Tiffany’s, Hugo Boss, Dolce & Gabbana, Quicksilver, Breitling & Tommy Hilfiger can be found at a fraction of the normal price. Among the best buys for tourists are liquor, Cuban cigars, rum and Venezuelan coffee.

Porlamar, the duty-free port

Downtown

The most unique shopping experience can be found in downtown Porlamar. The
pedestrianised shopping area is reserved for shoppers to wander through, enjoying the
multitude of specialty shops and market stalls.
Uptown Samil is the biggest of several shopping malls on Isla Margarita. Located in the centre of Porlamar, here you will find the more upmarket designer stores, cafes & local amenities.

• Caracola is just a 5 minute walk away from Porlamar