Flamingo Nest Resort
The project sits on 4 acres of beachfront property on the west (leeward) side
of Inagua. The property has a white sand beach and a barrier reef running
parallel to the site about 200 feet offshore. This natural feature creates a
tranquil lagoon and offers the site great protection from large surf. The
shoreline is curved outward into the water, forming a natural peninsula which
allows anyone standing on the point an uninterrupted 180 degree view that is all blue
water. Because the site is located on the west side of the island, it is a great
place to watch the daily sunset. The site is about 2 miles north of settled
Matthew Town and 1/2 mile north of the Matthew Town airport.
The site plan was designed by Landscape Architect Jeffrey Siegel, FASLA. Jeffrey is a bright light in his field and one of the most highly respected landscape architects in the State of Florida. So we were thrilled to have him help us take this first important step in getting this project off the ground (or at least properly laid out, as the case were). Jeffrey also provided us with many of the guiding environmental design principles that orchestrated the design of structures, utilities and operations.
The Nest and Guest Bungalows
Artists' rendering
of The Nest (left) and a typical bungalow (right). Drawing not to scale.
Architecture designed by William Osborn, AIA.
Guests arriving at Flamingo Nest Resort will check in at The Nest,
get their bungalow assignment and find all the information they'll need at this
central location. Because Inagua is almost entirely undeveloped, there are
few places to gather comfortably. The Nest will be the focus of the
resort, with a full-service restaurant and a well-stocked bar. Up to 50
people may be seated at once. The interior will include floor to ceiling
book shelves in "The Library", a wall-sized aquarium, an open design kitchen
so guests can see their meals being freshly prepared, a reception area and bathrooms. The Nest has a gracious screened porch
looking out over the dunes to the Caribbean waters beyond. A deck is planned for
the area just outside the porch and will serve as a public gathering location and
will come in handy for guests as they take in the amazing daily sunsets!
The Bungalows
A great deal of research went into the layout and design of the 12 free-standing bungalows
that spread out across the property along the beach on each side of The
Nest. Each bungalow measures 600 square feet in size and has an open
floor plan with bedroom, bathroom, cottage kitchen and a "great room" that opens
into a screened porch. Decks and outside patios are incorporated into each
structure. While each bungalow will have the exact same floor plan, they will be
given their own individual charm by variations in the landscaping and interior
design.
The bungalows have been designed with environmentally friendly architectural features. Bungalows stand between two and three feet off the ground on a series of block piers. This elevation promotes cooling air circulation under the units and it accommodates the force of a storm surge in particularly bad weather. The elevation of the units was also designed so that when guests are sitting on their front porch, they will be able to see over the beach dune and down into the amazing blue waters in front of the resort.
The front and rear peak of the facade is not solid wood, but rather a wall of louvers that open when the weather is temperate and close when air conditioning is preferred. The louver system also promotes the flow of cooling ocean breezes. Likewise, each roof is equipped with a cupola that opens and closes, as needed. The cupola plays an important part in the mechanics of airflow through the units as it creates a much needed escape route for hot air as it rises. Finally, the roofline has been designed so that there is generous roof overhang. This design feature protects and cools the sides of the units from the sun's hot direct rays.
These same design features are all present in The Nest, but on a larger scale.
The Rest
The Nest is centered in the middle of the site and
elevated so that guests sitting at the bar or relaxing on the porch may see over
the beach dune and into the amazing blue water. Six bungalows line the beach on
each side of The Nest. Generous space has been provided between each unit to
allow for reintroduction of native species, buffering of noise and providing
privacy. Natural material pathways connect bungalows with The Nest and the rest
of the grounds.
The dock is located at the northernmost end of the property. The location was selected due to a natural terminus of the outlying coral reef and an existing severe drop off that will ably accommodate the resort's boat along with visitors' boats and dinghies.
Across the road from the "developed" portion of the site lies the support compound that houses laundry facilities and a storage shed. It is surrounded by overflow parking to accommodate large groups or special events. Right next to the support compound lies the solar panel field that provides power to the entire resort.
The resort only occupies half of the property. The undeveloped portion will be used to carve out mini-nature trails and left as a natural wetland to preserve and enjoy.
A great deal of time went into the planting plan for the site. An inventory of native island plant species has been created, plants are being propagated and being made ready for transplant to the site upon completion of construction. Unlike many other eco-tourism resorts, the site was basically scrub prior to construction. After extensive research into the island's history, it was discovered that Inagua had a great history of agriculture, plant husbandry and diversity of species. Many of these species are nearly extinct due to the current long spell of drier than average weather. The resort will work to bring back many of these heirloom plants and assist mother nature in restoring her diversity of species.
The resort will have a boat suitable for snorkeling and dive tours. It will also be used as a charter for groups who want to hit the deep waters in search of sport fish. Water sports will be encouraged through windsurfers, sea kayaks, and small sail boats. Guided tours of the Inagua National Park will be offered. Guests will also be able to rent bikes and a limited number of four wheel drive vehicles.
Off Site
Guests will be strongly encouraged to visit Matthew Town and take in its
offerings - the Matthew Town Lighthouse, the town square, shopping and local
restaurants. Supporting local businesses will help all Inaguans, the local
economy and promote sustainability.
Request An Investment Prospectus. To become an investor, request a prospectus or to find out more about this great investment opportunity, contact:
Kris Mory
Flamingo Nest Development Corporation
511 SW 5th Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 USA
phone: 954.857.6738 fax: 954.712.9832
mskrism@aol.com
