The property
About this property
With 30 solar panels and batteries providing up to 3 days of power, this 2024-built villa in El Pueblo pairs energy independence with views of the Caribbean Sea and Klein Bonaire. A self-cleaning magnesium pool with a stone waterfall and nearby access to 1000 Steps and popular dive sites add to its appeal.
This detached villa in El Pueblo is in a fantastic location. From the entire house and the porch at the back, you have a stunning view of the Caribbean Sea and Klein Bonaire. From this location, it’s a nice walk to 1000 Steps and to various dive spots along beautiful rock formations and the west coast of Bonaire. Oil Slick Leap, Andrea I, and Andrea II are popular dive spots just a stone’s throw away. The center of Kralendijk is also only a 15-minute drive.
This villa is equipped with no fewer than 30(!) solar panels and batteries, providing up to 3 days of power even on very cloudy days without having to rely on the electricity from the provider WEB. The state-of-the-art system provides all the necessary energy.
In 2024, this villa was built by a professional construction team under the supervision of the current owner. With great care and attention to detail, beautiful materials have been used throughout this home and a pleasant open living environment has been created for both private residence and rental. Both long-term and vacation rentals are allowed here, as well as permanent residence.
The interior of the house transitions beautifully to the garden through sliding doors. A garden that features a self-cleaning magnesium pool with a stone waterfall, a poolside bar, and a barbecue corner. In this corner, there is both a gas barbecue and a smoker for the true BBQ chef!
Just a stone's throw from 1000 Steps and other diving spots,
open kitchen equipped with modern appliances,
up to 6 parking spaces,
30 solar panels with 200 kWh of lithium batteries,
self-cleaning magnesium pool with a stone waterfall,
stunning view of the Caribbean Sea,
rooftop terrace,
permament residence, vacation rental and long-term rental allowed,
spacious garage located under the house, with the possibility ánd permit to create an additional apartment.
Highlights
- Battery-backed power for up to 3 days
- Permit and possibility for additional apartment
- Long-term and vacation rentals permitted
- Nice walk to 1000 Steps
- Popular west coast dive sites nearby
- Built in 2024 with beautiful materials
- Swimming pool
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Garage
- Parking
- Sundeck
Property information
Features and layout
The covered entrance opens into the living room and open-concept kitchen. Sliding doors connect this living space to the garden.
On the right side is the main bedroom, with a bathroom and access to the back porch. At the front of the house is a bedroom with a bathroom, while the third bedroom is on the left side, alongside the technical room.
The back porch opens onto the garden, where the swimming pool with its stone waterfall is located.
Technical information
- Construction year: 2024
- Condition: Uitstekend
110 and 220 volt,
air conditioning in living room, kitchen and all bedrooms,
ceiling fans in living room, kitchen, porch and all bedrooms,
30 solar panels with batteries,
16.5 kW of solar panel
15 kW 220/50 inverter
Qty two 5 kW 110/60 inverters (provides 230/60 for washer and dryer)
Qty ten (10) 200 amp 48 volt lithium batteries (100 kWh storage)
solar boiler,
Magnesium swimming pool with waterfall,
Living area is based on net indoor space plus covered outdoor space.
Ownership and zoning
- Tenure: Leasehold
Registered at the Land Registry Office Kadaster, number 4-A-2147A2. Long lease until the 11th of july 2060.
Extract from Ruimtelijk Ontwikkelingsplan Bonaire (zoning plan)
Link to zoning plan map with marker: Map
Link to zoning description: Zoning "Recreatie - Verblijfrecreatie"
Costs and conditions
Ground tax (annually): 0.345% of the value (1st residence), or Property tax (annually): 0.91% of the value (2nd residence).
Buyers Costs consist of (one-off): 5% transfer tax, approx. 1.5% notary costs and costs of Land Registry at the office of Kadaster depending on purchase price.
All villa's are subject to an HOA. Contribution USD 500 yearly. Please contact us in case you wish to receive further information.
Location and surroundings
This detached villa sits in El Pueblo on Bonaire, with views of the Caribbean Sea and Klein Bonaire. 1000 Steps, Oil Slick Leap, Andrea I and Andrea II are nearby, along with dive spots along Bonaire’s west coast. Kralendijk is a 15-minute drive away.
Questions about this property
What transfer tax do I pay when buying a property on Bonaire?
For an existing property on Bonaire, 5% transfer tax is levied on the fair market value, which must be at least the purchase price. For new construction, ABB of 8% applies instead.
What ongoing real estate tax applies to a property on Bonaire?
Bonaire levies annual real estate tax on the notional yield of the property's value. It applies to whoever holds El Pueblo 2 on January 1st by ownership, possession or a limited right, and foreign taxpayers do not pay income tax on real estate in the BES islands.
Can I rent out El Pueblo 2 as a vacation or long-term rental?
El Pueblo 2 may be used for both vacation rentals and long-term rentals. Permanent residence is also allowed.
Can El Pueblo 2 operate without relying on WEB electricity?
El Pueblo 2 has 30 solar panels and batteries providing up to 3 days of power on very cloudy days without relying on WEB. The system includes 200 kWh of lithium batteries.
What are the tenure and zoning details for El Pueblo 2?
El Pueblo 2 is held on a long lease until the 11th of July 2060 and is registered at the Land Registry Office Kadaster under number 4-A-2147A2. The zoning is “Recreatie - Verblijfrecreatie”; the exact possibilities under this designation should be verified before purchase.
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