Lucrative investment in tropical paradise
A renowned resort on the shores of Vanuatu presents a unique, desirable opportunity with significant development potential.
Eratap Beach Resort, on the stunning Efate Island in Vanuatu, offers an unparalleled Pacific experience for visitors to the tropical paradise.
Surrounded by pristine beaches and natural attractions, the resort is now available as an investment opportunity for the astute buyer seeking a turnkey resort with significant development potential.
Secluded and secure on a private peninsula, Eratap Beach Resort boasts three separate white-sand beaches, providing guests with the unique combination of surf on one side and calm lagoons on the other, appealing to a range of holidaymakers.
Its northwest-facing position ensures incredible sunsets and protection from trade winds. Surrounded by coral reefs, uninhabited islands, and soughtafter surf breaks, the resort’s location in the popular holiday destination of Vanuatu is unrivalled.
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Vanuatu is comprised of 80 islands and conveniently positioned between Fiji and Australia. The capital city, Port Vila, near Eratap Beach Resort, serves as the main gateway to Vanuatu via the airport that accommodates direct flights from Australia, New Zealand, New Caledonia, Fiji and the Solomon Islands. This accessibility, combined with Vanuatu’s tax-free status, makes Vanuatu an attractive destination for tourists, investors, and businesses. The resort benefits from solid visitor numbers yearround and a well established reputation due to consistently high occupancy.
JLL director of hotels and hospitality, Nick Thompson, underscores the reputation of Eratap Beach Resort as a key driver in its appeal to buyers.
“The resort is a renowned 4.5-star property with exceptional traveller reviews, outstanding occupancy rates, and as-yet limited marketing history,” says Thompson.
“The 14 beachfront villas, ranging from one to three bedrooms, offer comfort, privacy and breathtaking views over the Pacific. With a beachfront restaurant and bar, a large pool with a pool bar, a wellstocked gym, tennis court and day spa, Eratap is a one-stop shop for holidaymakers looking to unwind.”
Peter Harper, managing director of investment sales for JLL Australasia, points to the development opportunities as an important factor in its future under new ownership.
“Eratap Beach Resort presents opportunities for expansion and development, with its footprint spanning over 48,000sq m that is ripe for exploration,” says Harper. “The future-thinking buyer who secures the resort can capitalise on the high demand for this exceptional property and develop and expand to suit their objectives.”