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BUYERSINFORMATION PACK
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTIONSeychelles I Mahé I Intendance Bay I Flora & Fauna
THINGS TO DOActivities I Island Hopping from Mahé
FACILITIESAmenities I Restaurants
BANYAN TREE SPA SEYCHELLESSpa Treatments I Therapists I Spa Facilities
Pavilion Names I Operating Hours I Contacts
GALLERYOperating Hours I Contacts
SITE LAYOUT PLAN
FINISHING SCHEDULE
PHASING PLAN
ARTISTS IMPRESSIONS
PARCEL & HOUSE SIZE
LIST OF PROFESSIONALSCMAI Architects I SJ McMillan & Ah-Kong Land Surveyors I Gibb (Seychelles)
AdMakers International I Banyan Tree Holdings Limited I Webber Wentzel
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)Control & Ownership Structures I Sale, Occupation & Transfer I Residency & Visitors’ Visas
Financial Issues I Rental Pool I Architectural & Building Guidelines
SELLING PRICES
CONTACT
NORTH
MAMELLESSILHOUETTE
MAHE
LA DIGUEPRASLIN
ST ANNEMOYENNE
ANONYMECERF
VICTORIAFREGATE
MARIANNE
FELICITE
CURIEUSE
SEYCHELLES
INDIAN OCEAN
INTRODUCTION
SEYCHELLES
Like luminescent jewels they sparkle in the middle of the Indian Ocean: the archipelago
of 115 idyllic islands that make up the Seychelles – truly one of the world’s most precious treasures.
Here, away from the fast-paced commercial world, one can return to a simpler existence where
days and nights are long and the tranquil silences even longer.
The Seychelles is delicately dotted over an area of more than 455km2. 41 of these islands constitute
the oldest mid-oceanic granite islands on earth. Clustered around the main island of Mahé, and
neighbouring Praslin and La Digue, these are the “Inner Islands” and the cultural, economic and
tourist hub of Seychelles. Divided into five groups (the Amirantes, the Southern Coral Group,
Alphonse Group, Farquhar Group, and the Aldabra Group), the remaining 74 coral atolls and reef
islets form what is known as the “Outer Islands”.
With its mesmerising mix of a warm turquoise waters, powdered white sands, emerald green
thickets of coconut palms and exotic forest, and the most astonishing variety of fauna and flora,
this unspoilt scenic paradise has more natural and marine parks than anywhere else in the world –
almost 50% of the country’s total landmass, in fact.
The 81 000 Creole residents of these islands are known for their warm hospitality and friendliness,
vibrant culture and mouth-watering cuisine. Just another reason why the Seychelles has become
such a desirable destination for foreign tourists and investors.
AT A GLANCE
GEOGRAPHY: 4-10 degrees south of the equator. Lies between 480km and 1 600km
from East coast of Africa in the Western Indian Ocean.
CAPITAL: Victoria on the main island of Mahé
CLIMATE: Tropical. Always warm without extremes. Temperature rarely drops
below 24°C or rises above 32°C. All but the most remote of the southern
islands lie outside of the cyclone belt. January and February are the rainy
months, while May to September bring drier, cooler weather. October
to March sees generally calm waters and warm, humid conditions.
CULTURE: Since the first French settlers arrived in 1770, Seychelles has been a
magnet for people from all walks of life, from freed slaves to colonial
settlers, political exiles, adventurers, Arab and Persian traders, Chinese
and Indians. With such multi-ethic roots, Seychelles has evolved into a
vibrant peaceful and tolerant society – a melting pot of different
races, traditions and religions, all of which co-exist in harmony.
POPULATION: 81 000
LANGUAGE: There are three official languages in Seychelles: Creole, English and
French – although many Seychellois also speak Italian and German.
CURRENCY: Rupees are the official currency, however US Dollars and Euros are
also accepted.
MAHÉ
Measuring 155km2, Mahé is the largest of the Seychelles’ islands, and being home to the
905 metre high peak, Morne Seychellois, it is also the highest. Some 90% of the country’s 81 000
population live on the island, which is also the site of the vibrant capital city Victoria and the
island’s International Airport.
While the Northern and Eastern parts of Mahé are the most populated and developed, the pristine
Southern and Western areas provide a proliferation of spectacular national parks, all waiting to be
explored and enjoyed. These include: Baie Ternay Marine National Park and Port Luanay Marine
National Park, as well as the offshore St Anne Marine National Park, Conception Island, Therese
Island, Anonyme Island and Silhouette Island.
Mahé’s expanses of virgin forest offer a sensory feast. Full of hidden secrets and surprises, here you
will find the most rare bird and plant species, including the endangered and endemic Medusagyne
Oppositifolia, otherwise known as the Jellyfish Tree, the carnivorous Pitcher Plant, and a vast
array of Orchids.
INTENDANCE BEACH
Situated on the South-western coastline of Mahé, Intendance Beach has been described
as one of the ten most beautiful beaches in the world. And when one considers its talcum
powder white sands, brilliant turquoise waters, imposing granite boulders, swaying pockets
of palm trees, and backdrop of verdant tropical forest – it is easy to see why. Intendance
Beach is just 30 minutes for Mahé International Airport and 50 minutes from the capital
of Seychelles, Victoria.
FAUNA & FLORA
You will find some of the richest and rarest fauna and flora on the planet in Seychelles. Committed
to conservation and avid protectors of the environment, the Seychellois are justifiably proud that
their country houses two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Aldabra, the world’s largest raised coral
atoll, and Praslin Island’s Vallée de Mai – once believed to be the original site of the Garden of
Eden itself. The islands also boast six national marine parks.
FLORAThe tropical climate and rich soils of the Seychelles’ islands provide a verdant environment for all
manner of plant life, including the famous Coco-de-Mer, a very rare type of coconut found only
on the islands of Praslin and Curieuse. Known as the ‘love nut’ due to its rather suggestive shape,
this is also the world’s largest seed.
• Seychelles boasts over 700 species of plants, 81 of which are endemic
• Important species include: Casuarinas, Albizzies, Mangroves, Takamakas, Baobabs, Citrus Plants,
Pitcher Plant, and the very rare Bois Meduse.
• Certain species were introduced in the 1700s, including: Vanilla, Black Pepper, Cardamon,
Bouganvillea and Nutmeg.
• Fruits that proliferate here include Mangoes, Paypayas, Pineapple, Jamalac, Guava, Bananas
and Bread Fruit.
FAUNAThe world’s smallest frog and heaviest land tortoise are both found in the Seychelles, as well
as some of the largest seabird colonies on the planet. The marine life around the islands is
quite astounding, particularly on the more remote coral islands. Over 900 species of fish have
been recorded in these parts, and thanks to bans on spear guns and dynamite for fishing in the
1960s, these sea creatures are confident around snorklers and divers, which makes for magical
underwater experiences.
• The Giant Tortoises from Aldabra now populate many of the islands of the Seychelles.
• Some of the largest seabird colonies in the world
• Islands such as Bird, Aride, Cousine, Aldabra and Cosmoledo host many species of seabirds
including the Sooty Tern, Fairy Tern, White-tailed tropic bird, Noddies and Frigatebirds.
• Marine turtle colonies can be found on Cousine and Aldabra islands
THINGS TO DO
ACTIVITIES
Whether you’re in search of rest and rejuvenation or raw adventure, the Ocean Estate will
offer endless possibilities for both, with a whole world of natural wonder existing just beyond
your door.
Set sail around the islands and discover giant tortoises and green sea turtles. Dive into crystal clear
waters and witness whale sharks, dolphins, coral reefs and over 900 species of fish. Take a trail
through Virgin forest and be amazed by rare birds and scenic beauty. Head for an uninhabited
island by helicopter or if you prefer to slow the pace right down, a day of pampering awaits at
the luxurious Banyan Tree Spa, followed by a romantic moonlit meal served by your own private
butler on the beach.
Deep sea cruises
Sailing
Sea safaris
Game-fishing and fly-fishing
Diving and snorkeling
Helicopter rides
Nature walks and hikes
Swimming
Facilities of Banyan Tree Resort & Spa
ISLAND HOPPING FROM MAHÉ
With 115 islands to choose from – each one unique in terms of character and natural splendor –
island hopping will become a favourite pastime. How else can you hope to experience the vast
variety of scenic and cultural delights on offer here?
As the archipelago’s main island, Mahé is perfectly positioned to explore the surrounding islands
of La Digue, Praslin, Curieuse and others, as well as the world heritage sites of Valleé de Mai and
Aldebra – be it by sea or air. Ferry services, chartered flights and helicopter transfers are available
daily, meaning a complete change of scenery is never far away.
Aldabra Atoll (2.5 hours by air)
Anonyme (10 mins by sea)
Bird Island (40 mins by air)
Cerf (7 mins by air or 15 mins by sea)
Cousine (20 mins by air)
Denis Island (35 mins by air)
Desroches (35 mins by air)
Fregate (20 mins by air)
La Digue (20 mins by air)
Moyenne (20 mins by sea)
North Island (20 mins by air)
Praslin (1 hour by sea or 15 mins by air)
Silhouette (15 mins by air or 50 mins by sea)
St. Anne (7 mins by air or 15 mins by sea)
FACILITIES
With the magnificent Banyan Tree Hotel & Spa situated right next door to the estate, exclusive
dining, entertainment and pampering are just a few steps from your villa. The resort’s range of fine
restaurants are a treat for the well-traveled gastronome, while its ocean-fronted lounges are the
perfect place to languish in a burnished sunset, glass of champagne in hand.
And then of course, there is Banyan Tree Spa – a place of physical, mental and spiritual renewal,
this is truly a sanctuary for the senses. Here all cares and concerns evaporate in the exotic scent
of essential oils, natural herbs and spices, while tensions are eased away by the skillful hands of
internationally trained holistic therapists.
AMENITIES
• Expansive infinity swimming pool
• Award-winning Banyan Tree Spa – exclusive spa treatments and holistic therapies
• Banyan Tree gallery retail boutique
• Tennis court
• Beauty Salon
• Fully equipped gymnasium
RESTAURANTS
Four exclusive and exciting destination dining experiences:
• Saffron for contemporary Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine
• Au Jardin D’Epices for mouth-watering Mediterranean cuisine
• Chez Lamar for delicious local Creole flavours
• La Varangue’s veranda for tasty tapas
BANYAN TREE SPA SEYCHELLES
SPA TREATMENTS
Spa Packages
Body Massages
Facials
Hand & Foot Treatments
Hair Treatments
Bridal Treatments
THERAPISTS
The Spa boasts 14 highly skilled and qualified therapists from Thailand, each of whom has received
extensive training from the Banyan Tree Phuket and Bangkok Academy.
SPA FACILITIES
• Six standard pavilions with outdoor shower, steam room & toilet facilities
• Two deluxe pavilions with Jacuzzi, outdoor shower & toilet
(one of the deluxe pavilions doubles as a wet treatment room).
• All pavilions have a common relaxation area
• Two beauty salons, offering hair treatment and hand & foot treatments
PAVILIONS NAMES
OPERATING HOURS
09.00am to 10.00pm daily
(Note: In villa spa service is available from 9am to 8pm daily)
CONTACT
Tel: +248 383 500 I Spa Reception – Ext: 7401 or 7402 I Spa Office Direct – Ext 3516
Facsimile: +248 383 600 I Email: [email protected]
BANYAN TREE GALLERY
OPERATING HOURS
09.00am to 9.00pm daily
CONTACT
Tel: +248 383 500 I Gallery Shop – Ext: 7288
Facsimile: +248 383 600 I Email: [email protected]
Rooms / Names No. of Beds Remarks
Pavilion 1 – Aloe 2 Standard Pavilions
Pavilion 2 – Basil 2 Standard Pavilions
Pavilion 3 – Bergamot 2 Standard Pavilions
Pavilion 4 – Galangal 2 Standard Pavilions
Pavilion 5 – Ginger 2 Standard Pavilions
Pavilion 6 – Lemongrass 2 Standard Pavilions
Pavilion 7 – Peppermint 2 Deluxe Pavilions + Jacuzzi
Pavilion 8 - Turmeric 2Deluxe Pavilions + 2 Wet treatment beds + Jacuzzi
SITE LAYOUT PLAN
Phase 1A
Phase 1B
Phase 2
Phase 3
Phase 4
Phase 5
FINISHING SCHEDULEPROJECT: BANYAN TREE OCEAN ESTATE - SEYCHELLES
GENERAL ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATION - FINAL DRAFT
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL FINISHES SCHEDULE SHEET
A FOUNDATIONS
A1 RC Concrete Strip Foundations
Reinforced concrete foundations to suit soil conditions or founded onto rocks as per engineers specifications.
Natural Concrete
A2 RC Concrete Column Bases Reinforced concrete foundations to suit soil conditions or founded onto rocks as per engineers specifications.
Natural Concrete
A3 Decking Posts & Steel Columns
Founding of timber decking posts and steel columns to engineers specifications.
B COLUMNS
B1 RC Concrete Column 200x200mm Reinforced concrete columnas per engineers specifications.
Natural Concrete
B2 Steel Column Steel column to engineers specifications.
B3 Timber Post Timber post to engineers specifications.
C INTERNAL FLOORS
C1 RC Concrete Slab Reinforced concrete slab as per engineer’s specifications.
Natural Concrete
C2 Cement Screed Min 30mm cement screed in max 9 meter square panels. Edge of panel to be finished with small v-joints. Screed to be power-floated to smooth finished and to be well cured. All to engineers specifications.
Natural Concrete
C3 Porcelain Floor Tiles 600x600mm MERANO™ “Galaxy Nano” 1st Grade Polished Porcelain Tiles on screed with 1mm joints with light grey grouting or as specified. Design as per detail layout.
MERANO“Galaxy Nano”
C4 14mm Strand woven Bamboo T&G Flooring
122 x 14mm Strand woven “Click-Lock” bamboo flooring to be laid on flat cement screed as a floating floor with an ELASTILON™ rubber underlay andself-adhesive layer as per manufacturer’sdetailing & specification. Bamboo to be carbonized or caramel brown. Colour sample to be approved by Architect.
Carbonized or caramel brownwith a Satin Mattfinish
C5 BELGOTEX Carpet LADY BLUSH from ROYAL TWIST* range, or similar approved, fitted carpet on “Orange-Air Tread” underlay, to Interior Designer’s specification.
Refer to samples & colour swatchesfrom the ROYALTWIST Range
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
C6 Clear Glass Clear laminated safety glass panels - thickness, fixing and sealing strictly to manufacturer’s specifications.
Clear
C7 15mm Strand woven Bamboo Tread
15mm Strand Woven Bamboo Tread with Bull nose edging to be laid on flat cement screed on ELASTILON rubber underlay and self-adhesive layer as per manufacturer’s detailing & specification. On steel/concrete structure as per engineers specification. Bamboo to be carbonized or caramel brown. Colour sample to be approved by Architect.
Carbonized orcaramel brownwith a Satin Mattfinish
C8 Marble Slab Marble Slab as per Supplier's specification. White
D EXTERNAL FLOORS & DECKING
D1 RC Concrete Slab & Precast Concrete pads
Reinforced concrete slab as per engineer’sspecifications. Where exposed, concreteto have brushed or patterned finished asper architect’s detail design.
Natural Concrete
D2 Cement Screed Min 30mm cement screed with non-slip finish detail in max 9 meter square panels.Edge of panel to be finished with smallEdge of panel to be finished with smallv-joints. All to engineers specifications. Inlay pattern finish as per architect’sdetail design.
Natural Concrete
D3 Natural Quartzite Stone Tiles 300x300mm Honed Silver-Grey QuartziteTiles on screed with 6mm joints or as specified. Design as per detailed layout.Tiles to be laid in accordance with supplier’s specification.
Silver-Grey
D4 22mm Composite Timber Decking [ENVIRODECK™]
125 x 22mm Composite timber slats with a max width variance of 5mm, on decking substructure to Engineer’s details. Slat to be in lengths of min 2.4m and fixed to substructure as per specialists details. Ends to be trimmed to ensure that joints are uniformly staggered over full width of deck. Gaps to be nominally 6mm. Gage between slats to be 100mm. Great care must be taken with setting out of the slats on the deck. Space underdeck to be compacted, be free of weeds, covered with bidum and a layer of gravel in a colour to architect’s specification.
Mocca
D5 22mm Composite Timber Tread[ENVIRODECK™]
To external timber stairs with 5mm Bull nose edge. Installed as per manufacturer’sspecifications.
Mocca
D6 Gravel Cover Gravel laid on geofabric layer on well compacted soil treated with weed inhibiting membrane.
As perspecification
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
E INTERNAL WALLS
E1 Internal Plaster 1 Coat smooth plaster of min. 15mm thickness. Painted or finished as per specification.
As perspecification
E2 Smooth Skim Coat Finish 1 Coat internal plaster finished with a final coat quality skim coat to supplier’s specifications. Painted or finished as per specification.
As perspecification
E3 Tiled to ceiling Tiled to underside of ceiling. All tiling to beedged and finished with aluminium edging. All to Architect’s specification.
MERANO“Galaxy Nano”
E4 Tiled to 1200mm Tiled to 1200mm above F.F.L. Remainder ofwall to be plastered and painted or finished as per paint specification. All tiling to be edged and finished with aluminium edging. All to Architect’s specification.
MERANO“Galaxy Nano”
E5 Strand-Woven Bamboo Veneer Strand Woven Bamboo veneer cladding ontimber frame. Installed and insulated as permanufacturer’s specification and architect’s detail.
Carbonized orcaramel brownfinish with a Satin Matt
E6 Dry Walling Dry walling to be skimmed and painted as per architect and manufacturer’s instructions. In wet areas or where appropriate, walling to be insulated with ISOTHERM with 15mm RHINOBOARD on either side as per Architect’s detailing.
As perspecification
E7 Tiled Splashback to detail 1 coat plaster with tiled splashbacks. All tiling to be edged and finished with aluminium edging. Remainder of wall to be painted or finished as per specification.
MERANO“Galaxy Nano”
E8 Colourback Glass Installed as per supplier’s detail andspecification.
Translucent white
E9 Marble Slab Marble Slab as per Supplier’s specification. White
E10 Stonework Natural dry-packed stone cladding (as perexisting development) to concrete walls as per Architect’s detailing.
Natural stone
E11 EKOBE™ Coconut Tile Coconut tiles to be laid in accordance withsupplier’s specification and as per Architect’sdetail.
Natural
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
E EXTERNAL WALLS
E12 External Wood or Steel Float Plaster Finish
1 Coat external quality smooth plaster.Painted or finished as per specification.
As perspecification
E13 400mm Horizontal Cladding 15 x 400mm butt jointed T&G NUTEC EVERTITE cement building planks, installed horizontally with black double-sided EPDM rubber gasket strips to edge detailing as per manufacturer’s specification. To be plaster skimmed & painted as per specification.
As perspecification
E14 Composite Timber Horizontal Cladding
Composite timber cladding on timber frame. Installed and insulated as per Architect’s detail.
E15 Natural Quartzite Stone Mosaic Tiles
Honed Silver-Grey Quartzile Tiles laid in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
Silver-Grey
E16 Stonework Natural dry-packed stone cladding (as per existing development) to concrete walls as per Architect’s detailing.
Natural stone
E17 Composite Timber Louvre Slat Composite timber louvre slats to be mounted on a galvanized and painted steel frame by specialist manufacturer. Frame to be painted and finished as per specification.
Mocca
F ROOF
F1 Roof sheeting High Quality sheet metal roofing with standing seam profile, laid and fixed in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications on timber purlins. Painted or finished to specification.
Graphite-Grey or Charcoal
F2 Clear Polycarbonate Sheeting 1.25mm MODEK™ Industrial 7 profile sheeting installed as per manufacturer’s specification.
Clear
F3 Roof Trusses Roof trusses designed and installed by specialist subcontractor. Truss design & spacing to be approved by Architect/Engineer.
As per specification
F4 Exposed Bolted Trusses/Rafters Exposed trusses/rafters to be designed and installed by specialist subcontractor as perArchitect’s details. Shop drawings to besubmitted to Architect for approval. Trussdesign & spacing to be approved byArchitect/Engineer.
As per specification
F5 Insulation Roof to be insulated with ALUCUSHION™ & ISOTHERM™ for metal roofs as applicable, installed as per manufacturer’s specification. Double insulation to be confirmed with architect.
F6 RC Roof Slab RC Roof slab to engineer’s details. Exposed roof slabs to receive a BITUTHENE waterproofing to supplier’s specification on screed to fall as indicated. Waterproofing to receive protection coat of pebbles or equal approved. Fullbore and concealed rainwater downpipes to be installed as per manufacturer’s specification.
F7 Glass Roof Glass roof to be supplied and installed strictly in accordance with manufacturer’s specfication. Glass to be UV resistant.
Mocca
F8 Composite Timber Louvre Composite timber louvre slats to be mounted on a galvanized and painted steel frame by specialist manufacturer. Frame to be painted and finished as per specification.
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
G CEILINGS
G1 Gypsum RHINOBOARD™ Ceiling
9.4mm skimmed gypsum RHINOBOARD™ cement ceiling fixed to 38 x 38mm battens at 400 CCS on SAP substructure. Painted and finished as per specification. Ceiling to be installed as per manufacturer’s specifica-tions and details.
As perspecification
G2 Suspended Gypsum RHINOBOARD™ Ceiling
9.4mm skimmed gypsum RHINOBOARD™cement ceiling fixed to 38 x 38mm battens at 400 CCS on SAP substructure. Painted and finished as per specification. Ceiling to be installed as per manufacturer’s specifica-tions and details.
As perspecification
G3 Skimmed and Painted Soffit toconcrete slab
Underside of RC slab to be plastered, skimmed and painted as per specification.
As perspecification
G4 Exposed Floor Joists Painted and/or finished as per specification.
G5 Exposed Rafters Painted and/or finished as per specification.
G6 6mm Fibre Cement T&G 6mm Fibre cement T&G in 1,2x3,6m sheets with 7mm grooves at 98mm CCS. Sheets on 50x30mm brandering at 300mm CCS. Painted and finished as per specification.
G7 Hardwood Timber Slats Hardwood timber slats, size & spacing as per Architect’s detailing, on 20x40mm brandering strip frame. Fixed, painted and finished as per specification.
As perspecification
H CORNICE
H1 20x40mm Timber Cornice 20x40mm double-rebated hardwood timbercornice strip. Finished to specification.
As perspecification
H2 Recessed Joint 6mm Recessed joint in plaster. As per Architect’s detail and finished as per specification.
As perspecification
H3 35x50mm Galvanized m/s “Z” Profile Shadowline Cornice (SM25 - DonnCeil Range from GYPROC™)
White Powder Coated Galvanized m/s “Z” Profile Shadowline cornice. Installed as permanufacturer’s specification.
As perspecification
I SKIRTING
I1 Tile skirting Tile skirting to match floor tile and as per Architect’s instruction.
MERANO“Galaxy Nano”
I2 15x96mm Strand woven Bamboo Skirting
15x92mm Strand Woven Bamboo Cornicestrip, fixed as per supplier’s specification. Finished to specification.
Carbonized orcaramel brownwith a Satin Mattfinish
I3 Natural Quartzite Stone Tile skirting Natural
Quartzite stone tile skirting as perArchitect’s detailing.
Silver-Grey
I4 35x50mm Galvanized m/s “Z” Profile Shadowline
White Powder Coated Galvanized m/s “Z” Profile Shadowline skirting. Installed as per manufacturer’s specification.
As perspecification
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
J FASCIAS & BARGEBOARDS
J1 32mm Timber Fascia Bargeboard
32mm Timber barge boards (150-230mm wide as required) painted and finished as per specification.
As perspecification
J2 Aluminium Fascia Bargeboard Aluminium Fascia to manufacturer’s detail to match roof sheeting, as per Architect’s specification.
To matchroof colour
K RAINWATER GOODS
K1 Gutters Aluminium gutters as per roofing details. Profile to be confirmed by Architect. Painted and finished as per specification to match roof colour.
To matchroof colour
K2 Downpipes 75mm diameter Aluminium downpipes fixed to façade with Universal-Downpipe bracket for hidden fixing.
To matchroof colour
K3 50mm Concealed UPV Downpipe
50mm diameter downpipes concealed as per Architect’s detail and fixed to façade with Universal-Downpipe bracket for hidden fixing.
As perspecification
L BALUSTRADE / HANDRAIL
L1 Timber Handrail Profiled Timber Handrail to Architect’s details. Sealed, stained or painted as per specification. Architect to confirm.
As perspecification
L2 Stainless Steel Handrail Stainless Steel Handrail to Architect’s details.
L3 Stainless Steel Cabling 4mm diameter grade 304 (if possible 306) ss cable fixed and tensioned to steel posts through pre-drilled holes. Allow for plastic or rubber plugs at connections.
L4 Frameless Glass Balustrade 12mm ARMOURPLATE toughened safety glass from “SMARTGLASS”, or equal approved, with flatground polished edges. Fixed through predrilled holes as per manufacturer’s specifications. All to confirm to National Building Regulations.
L5 Steel Baluster Post 50x50mm galvanized and painted hollow steel section, with composite timber slats on either side as per Architect’s detail. Finished as per specification.
As perspecification
M CILLS
M1 Plaster Cill Plaster cill to detail. Painted and finished as per specification. Architect to confirm.
As perspecification
M2 Hardwood Timber Cill Profiled Hardwood Timber Cill to Architect’s detail/instruction. Stained or painted as per specification.
As perspecification
M3 Tiled Cill Tiled cill to match floor tile as per Architect’s detail.
MERANO“Galaxy Nano”
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
M CILLS
M4 Natural Quartzite Stone Tile Cill Natural Quartzite stone tile cill installed as per supplier’s specification.
Silver-Grey
M5 Composite Stone Cill Composite stone cill to match kitchen work tops.
To matchkitchen finish
N WINDOWS
N1 Aluminium windows Aluminium windows with or without subframes by specialist aluminium manufactuer. All sections to be high polyester powder coated and all joints to be mechanically jointed and adequately sealed with an approved sealant. Window Frame to be screw fixed to perimeter and pointed all round with approved silicone sealant. Refer to Window Schedule. All glazing to be Low-E safety glass with non-reflective coating (clear) as per National BuildingRegulations.
Charcoal
N2 Acid-Etched Glass Acid-etched glazing to be applied to specified windows as per window schedule.
Frosted white
O DOORS
O1 Aluminium doors Aluminium doors with or without subframes by specialist aluminium manufactuer. All sections to be high polyester powder coated and all joints to be mechanically jointed and adequately sealed with an approved sealant. Door frame to be screw fixed to perimeter and pointed all round with approved silicone sealant. Refer to Door Schedule. All glazing to be Low-E safety glass with non-reflective coating (clear) as per National Building Regulations.
Charcoal
O2 Acid-Etched Glass Acid-etched glazing to be applied to specified doors as per window schedule.
Frosted white
P CABINETRY & FIXTURES
P1 Kitchen Cabinetry & Fixtures High Quality European kitchen units with composite stone tops, white duco cupboards and gloss lacquered fronts with stainless steel handles, or as per Designer/Supplier specification. Acid-etched glass front where applicable. All opening sections to have soft closing hinges or rollers.
Q IRONMONGERY
Q1 Ironmongery All locks, door hardware and furniture be brushed stainless steel or as per specification.
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
R SHUTTERS & BLINDS
R1 Hardwood Timber shutters Hardwood timber slats to be mounted on a galvanized and painted steel frame by specialist manufacturer as per approved Shutter Schedule. Frame to be painted on site as per paint specification.
Natural
R2 Composite Timber Louvre Composite timber louvre slats to be mounted on a galvanized and painted steel frame by specialist manufacturer. Frame to be painted and finished as per specification.
Mocca
R3 Curtains & Drop-Down Blinds Curtains and drop-down blinds as per interior package. All details as per Interior Designer.
R4 CENTOR™ S1/ES2 Retractable Insect Screen
CENTOR™ S1/ES2 Aluminium frame with PVCcoated polyester screen mesh supplied and installed strictly according to manufacturer’s specification.
S LIGHTING FIXTURES
S1 Lighting & Fittings Light fittings & fixtures to have LED/CFLglobes as applicable as per Architect’s specification.
T SANITARYWARE
T1 Sanitary Ware All Sanitaryware by DURAVIT™, or similar approved.
T2 Taps & Mixers All taps & mixers by HANSGROHE™, or similar approved. Shower Clear toughened and frameless safety glass. MIN 2m high or as per Architect’s detailing, with shower tray set into slab or similar to spec.
T3 Shower Clear toughened and frameless safety glass. MIN 2m high or as per Architect’s detailing, with shower tray set into slab or similar to spec.
U APPLIANCES
U1 MíELE™ Washing Machine Míele W3035 Washing Machine. Clean TouchSteel
U2 MíELE™ Tumble Dryer Míele W3035 Tumble Dryer Clean Touch Steel. Clean TouchSteel
U3 MíELE™ Dishwasher Míele G2472 SCSF Optima II Series. Clean TouchSteel
U4 MíELE™ Refrigerator Míele K1801 SF Refrigerator. Clean TouchSteel
U5 MíELE™ Freezer Míele F 1811 SF Freezer. Clean Touch Steel
U6 Merging Kit Míele Fridge+Freezer merging kit(38996010USA) or equal approved.
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
U APPLIANCES
U7 MíELE™ Microwave Oven Míele M 8260-1 Microwave Oven. Clean TouchSteel
U8 MíELE™ Single Oven Míele H 4682 B Oven. Clean Touch Steel
U9 MíELE™ Steam Oven Míele DG 4082 Steam Oven. Clean Touch Steel
U10 MíELE™ Warming Drawer Míele ESW 4082-14 Warming Drawer. Clean Touch Steel
U11 MíELE™ Gas Hob Míele KM 391 G Gas Cooktop. Black
U12 MíELE™ Wall Hood Extractor Míele DA 5990 W Wall Hood. Clean Touch
U13 DAIKIN™ Air Conditioning System
Air conditioning as per specification withindividually controlled units. Supplied and installed strictly to manufacturer’s specification.
V POOL & JACUZZI
V1 Pool with Vanishing Horizon(RIMFLOW™ or equal ap-proved)
Salt water chlorinated tiled pool with glassvanishing horizon to be designed and installed by specialist subcontractor as per Architect’s specifications. Internal walls to be honed Silver-Grey Quartzite stone mosaic Tiles laid in accordance with supplier’s specifications. External walls to be clad in Natural Stone. Stonework to be approved by Architect.
Silver-Grey
V2 DIAMOND SEAL™ Toughened Glass Vanishing Horizon Strip
DIAMOND SEAL™ Toughened Glass, or clear perspex strip, to Vanishing Horizon as per specialist detail and specification.
Clear
V3 Wind Meter with automatic pump offswitch
Supplied and installed to manufacter’sspecifications.
V4 TEUCOHYDROSPA™ Seaside 640
TEUCOHYDROSPA™ Seaside 640 Jacuzzi supplied and installed as per manufacturer’s specifications.
W ROADS & DRIVEWAY
W1 Concrete Pavers Concrete paver’s to be supplied and installed by approved manufacturer as per architect’s detailing. Colour to be confirmed.
W2 Flagstone Pavers Cement flagstone pavers laid on wellcompacted soil by specialist subcontractor.Colour to be confirmed.
W3 Concrete Concrete to be cast in sections as perengineer’s specifications. Concrete to be well cured. Edge of panel to be finished with small vjoints and double row of concrete pavers as per Architect’s detailing. All to engineers specifications.
Natural Concrete
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
** Suppliers, material and detail information subject to change. All specifications and finishes to be confirmed by Architect. (awaiting legal input)
*** It is acknowledged that all the materials, products, fixtures and fittings listed herein are subject to availability and may (if required and so certified by the Architect) be replaced with a substantially similar item. No person shall have any claim against the developer or any of its contractors as a result of such replacements and the purchaser hereby indemnifies the developer and its contractor in this regard.
X UTILITIES
X1 Telephone & Internet Telephone & internet connection to beprovided in all villas.
X2 Satellite Television Satellite Television to be provided in all villas.
X3 Security Alarm System Security and alarm system with motiondetectors to be provided in all villas.
ITEM MATERIAL DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE
REF ROOM
C D E F G H I M
INTERNAL
FLOORS
EXTERNAL
FLOORS &
DECKING
WALLS ROOF CEILINGS CORNICE SKIRTING CILLS
R1 FOYER & PASSAGE C1 C2 C4
C5N/A
E1 E2 E5
E10 E11
F1 F3 F5
F6 F7
G1 G2
G7H1 H3 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R2 LIVING &
ENTERTAINMENT C1 C2 C4 N/A
E1 E2 E5
E10 E11
F1 F3 F5
F7
G1 G2
G7H1 H3 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R3 DINING ROOM C1 C2 C4 N/A E1 E2 E5
E10 E11
F1 F3 F5
F7
G1 G2
G7H1 H3 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R4 KITCHEN C1 C2 C3
C4 C8N/A
E1 E2 E5
E6 E7 E8
F1 F3 F5
F7
G1 G2
G7H1 H3 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R5 PANTRY C1 C2 C3
C4N/A
E1 E3 E4
E5
F1 F3 F5
F6G1 G2 H1 H2 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R6 SCULLERY &
LAUNDRYC1 C2 C3 N/A
E1 E3 E4
E5
F1 F3 F5
F6G1,G2 H1,H2 I2,I4 M1,M2,M3
R7.1 MAIN BEDROOM C1 C2 C4 N/A E1 E2 E5
E6 E11
F1 F3 F5
F7
G1 G2
G7H1 H3 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R7.2 GUEST BEDROOM C1 C2 C4 N/A E1 E2 E5
E6 E11
F1 F3 F5
F7
G1 G2
G7H1,H3 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R8 BATHROOM C1 C2 C8 N/A E1 E2 E5,
E8 E9
F1 F3 F5
F7G1 G2 H3 I4
M1 M2
M3
R9 GUEST BATHROOMC1 C2 C3
C4 C8N/A
E1 E2 E5
E8 E9
F1 F3 F5
F7G1 G2 H3 I4
M1 M2
M3
R10 DRESSING ROOM C1 C2 C4
C5N/A
E1 E2 E5
E6
F1 F3 F5
F7G1 G2 G7 H1 H3 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R11 GYM/SPA C1 C2 C3
C4N/A
E1 E2 E5
E6
F2 F4 F5
F7 F8
G1 G2 G5
G6 G7H1 H3 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R12 STAIRWAY C1 C2 C4 N/A E1 E2 E5 N/A N/A H1 H3 I2 I4 N/A
R13 COURTYARD N/A D1 D2 D3
D4 D6N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A M4 M5
R14 UTILITY STORE C1 C2 C3 D1 D2 D3 E1 E3 E4F1 F3 F5
F6G1 G3 H1 H2 I1 I2 I4
M1 M2
M3
R15 VERANDA
BALCONY N/A D1 D2 D4 N/A F1 F4 F5 G4 G5 G6 N/A N/A N/A
R16 CIRCULATION
TOWERN/A
D1 D2 D3
D4E1 E2 E10
F2 F4 F5
F6 F7 F8
G1 G3 G4
G5H1 H2 I1 I2 I3 I4 M2 M4
R17 EXTERNAL STAIR N/A D1 D2 D4N/A
D5 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
R18 POOL N/A D1 D2 D3
D4V1 V2 N/A N/A N/A I3 I4 N/A
R19 JACUZZI N/AD1 D2 D3
D4V4 N/A N/A N/A I3 I4 N/A
R20 EXTERNAL PAVILION N/A D3 D4 N/AF2 F4 F5
F7 F8N/A N/A I3 I4 M4
R21 ENTRANCE
WALKWAYN/A
D1 D2 D3
D4 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
R22 BUGGY PARKING N/AD1 D2 D3
D4 D5N/A
F1 F2 F3
F4 F5 F6N/A N/A N/A N/ A
R23 MAID STATION C1 C2 C3
C5N/A
E1 E2 E3
E4 E6 E7
F1 F3 F5
F6G1 G6 H1 H2 I1 I2
M1 M2
M3
R24 BUTLER STATION C1 C2 C3
C5N/A
E1 E2 E3
E4 E6 E7
F1 F3 F5
F6G1 G6 H1 H2 I1 I2
M1 M2
M4
R25 DRIVEWAY N/A D1 D2 D6 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
R26 EXTERNAL
WALKWAYN/A D1 D2 D4 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
PROPOSED OVERALL PHASING PLAN
PROPOSED NEW OCEAN ESTATE BOUNDARY
PROPOESED EASEMENT IN FAVOUR OF OCEAN ESTATE
EXISTING BANYAN TREE VILLAS
ARTISTS IMPRESSIONS
BANYAN TREE LUXURY 5-BEDROOMED DOUBLE POOL VILLA
PARCEL & VILLA SIZES
LEVEL 2 MAIN BEDROOM SUITE
LEVEL 1 LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT AREA
A. INTERNAL AREAS: Sq.MLounge: ...................................... 22.09Dining area: ............................... 12.18Serving kitchen: .......................... 13.58Scullery: ...................................... 5.30Service kitchen: .......................... 7.14Guest toilet: ................................ 3.08 Main bedroom: ........................... 28.18 Main dressing area: .................... 8.40Main bathroom: ......................... 15.95Guest bedroom: .......................... 26.81Guest dressing area: ................... 8.09Guest bathroom: ......................... 13.81Stairwell: .................................... 7.36Store: .......................................... 3.23Batteries: .................................... 2.30Refuse: ....................................... 0.90Total internal areas: 178.40 B. EXTERNAL AREAS (covered):
Living area: ................................ 29.48Pavilion: ..................................... 14.82Main: .......................................... 33.24Guest 1: ...................................... 16.60Other: .......................................... 45.35 Total external areas: 139.49(covered) B. EXTERNAL AREAS (not covered):
Decks: ......................................... 78.12Pools: .......................................... 34.50Total external areas: 112.62(not covered)
2 BEDROOM VILLA
3 BEDROOM VILLA
LEVEL 2 – LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT AREA
LEVEL 1 – LOWER GUEST BEDROOM SUITE
A. INTERNAL AREAS: Sq.MLounge: ...................................... 24.29
Dining area: ............................... 21.26
Serving kitchen: ......................... 8.76
Service kitchen: ........................ 9.22
Guest toilet: ................................ 2.95
Main bedroom: ........................... 22.62
Day bed: ..................................... 3.52
Main dressing area: .................... 9.00
Main bathroom: ......................... 13.28
Guest bedroom 1: ...................... 22.62
Guest day bed 1: ........................ 4.21
Guest dressing area 1: ................ 9.00
Guest bathroom 1: ...................... 13.28
Guest bedroom 2: ...................... 22.62
Guest day bed 2: ........................ 4.21
Guest dressing area 2: ................ 9.00
Guest bathroom 2: ..................... 13.28
Store: ......................................... 15.09
Batteries: .................................... 2.40
Refuse: ....................................... 1.00
Total internal areas: 231.61
B. EXTERNAL AREAS (covered):
Living area: ................................ 67.64
Pavilion: ..................................... 35.00
Main: ......................................... 30.80
Guest 1: ..................................... 30.80
Guest 2: ..................................... 30.80
Other: ........................................ 50.72
Total external areas: 245.76
(covered)
B. EXTERNAL AREAS (not covered):
Decks: ....................................... 115.93
Pools: ........................................ 72.36
Total external areas: 188.29(not covered)
LEVEL 2 – LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT AREA
LEVEL 1 – LOWER GUEST BEDROOM SUITE
5 BEDROOM VILLA
A. INTERNAL AREAS: Sq.MLounge: ...................................... 27.46Dining area: ............................... 22.28Serving kitchen: ......................... 22.20Service kitchen: .......................... 6.72Guest toilet: ................................ 2.68Gym: .......................................... 10.46Main bedroom: ........................... 38.97Day bed: ..................................... 4.00 Main dressing area: .................... 9.25Main bathroom: ......................... 12.73Main foyer: ................................ 2.68Guest bedroom 1: ...................... 22.62Guest day bed 1: ........................ 4.00Guest dressing area 1: ................ 8.72Guest bathroom 1: ...................... 13.04Guest bedroom 2: ....................... 22.62Guest day bed 2: ......................... 4.00Guest dressing area 2: ................. 8.72Guest bathroom 2: ...................... 13.04Guest bedroom 3: ....................... 22.62Guest day bed 3: ........................ 4.00Guest dressing area 3: ................ 8.72Guest bathroom 3: ..................... 13.04Guest bedroom 4: ...................... 22.62Guest day bed 4: ........................ 4.00Guest dressing area 4: ................ 8.72Guest bathroom 4: ...................... 13.04Stairwell: .................................... 4.00Service counter & store: ............ 11.05Store: .......................................... 11.42Butler station: ............................. 9.09Batteries: .................................... 2.39Refuse: ....................................... 0.98Total internal areas: 391.88
B. EXTERNAL AREAS (covered):Living area: ................................ 45.50Pavilion: ..................................... 48.73Main: .......................................... 45.50Guest 1: ...................................... 31.58Guest 2: ...................................... 39.57Guest 3: ...................................... 49.20Guest 4: ...................................... 39.57 Other: ......................................... 110.62Total external areas: 410.27(covered)
B. EXTERNAL AREAS (not covered):Decks: ....................................... 102.35Pools: ........................................ 86.38Total external areas: 188.73(not covered)
LIST OF PROFESSIONALS
ARCHITECT:
CMAI Architects
URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT:
CMAI Architects
LAND SURVEYOR:
S.J. McMillan Professional Land Surveyors
& Ah-Kong Land Surveys Ltd
CIVIL, ELECTRICAL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS:
Gibb (Seychelles)
LAWYERS:
Webber Wentzel
MARKETING:
AdMakers International
DEVELOPERS:
Banyan Tree Holdings Limited
CMAI ARCHITECTS
CMAI Property Development has worked with clients on profitable developments
throughout South Africa and neighbouring countries for over 25 years. As specialists in
Coastal Development, its core services include:
• Identifying and assessing the development potential of large land holdings
• Co-ordinating and securing development and environmental approvals
• Master Planning and Site development planning
• Urban Design
• Project Co-Ordination and Management
“Sister” company CMAI Architecture provides architecture, design and landscape architecture
services to support the development implementation needs of clients.
CMAI is committed to the environmentally sensitive development of land, property and natural
resources, and supports the facilitation of sustainable development and the improvement of our
living environment.
Ultimately, CMAI is focused on unlocking land value, improving the quality of living environments
and creating better places for people to live.
SUCCESSFUL PAST PROJECTS:
• Thesen Islands Marina, Knysna, South Africa
• Pezula Private Estate, Knysna, South Africa
• Hanglip, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
• Jack Nicklaus Golf Course, South Africa
• Pledge Square, Knysna, South Africa
• Hemel & Aarde Village, Hermanus, South Africa
• River Sands Eco Estate, Port Alfred, South Africa
S.J. MCMILLAN PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS
& AH-KONG LAND SURVEYS
Based in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, Shaun J.McMillan is a professional land surveyor
providing a full range of services, including Cadastral surveys, township planning, topographical
and engineering surveys, sectional title surveys, digital mapping, subdivision and rezoning and
GPS surveys.
GIBB SEYCHELLES
The international engineering and scientific GIBB story begins in 1926 when Sir Alexander
Gibb formed what is today part of one of the leading engineering consultancies in the world.
The South African chapter of this story originated in 1956. Since then, the company has
developed into a powerhouse with some 600 employees employed in offices located in every
major city in South Africa, each offering a full range of services. Today, GIBB has a reputation
as a well-known and highly respected company of leading engineers and scientists on the
African continent
GIBB has been involved in the SADC, East African and Nigerian regions since the late 1940s,
and currently maintains local offices in Angola, Botswana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique,
Nigeria and Swaziland with separate companies established in a number of these countries.
Through this extensive office network, associations and long-term relationships with local
and international companies, GIBB has some further 200 staff employees, and is able to ensure
that the best high quality expertise is incorporated into the timely and efficient completion of
projects throughout sub-Saharan Africa.
WEBBER WENTZEL
HENDRIK DU PREEZ
Hendrik is a partner in the corporate department at Webber Wentzel and the current head of the
corporate practice group in the Cape Town office.
He practises corporate and commercial law with an emphasis on corporate transactions including
mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, finance and refinancing transactions and general
commercial work.
He has been involved in large international transactions and investments into South Africa
including Standard Chartered Bank’s re-entry into South Africa, JP Morgan Chase’s acquisitions in
South Africa and Parmalat’s international restructuring and refinancing and its subsequent listing
on the Milan Stock Exchange. Hendrik is also part of the firm’s Africa initiative and has been
travelling extensively over the last couple of years.
Education:
BComm (University of Stellenbosch) I LLB (University of Stellenbosch)
HDip Tax Law (UCT) I Advanced Company and Advanced Contract Law (UCT)
Membership in Professional Societies:
Member of the Cape Law Society I Member of Law Society of the Northern Provinces
Areas of Expertise:
Corporate finance transactions including mergers and acquisitions
Re-financing, lending and security transactions
General corporate commercial transactions I Project Management
ADMAKERS INTERNATIONAL
From private jets and yachts to Rolls Royces and the most resplendent international property
developments, AdMakers International is the chosen marketing partner of the world’s most
desirable high-ticket brands.
Having enjoyed two decades in this privileged position, the Agency has been able to consolidate its
knowledge and experience of the elite market. Positioned as the industry experts in this exclusive
niche, international property clients approach AdMakers on everything from overall marketing
strategy, to architecture, product mix, and how to position their developments in world markets.
The recipient of multiple industry accolades, AdMakers is the world’s most awarded property
marketing agency.
With branches in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Montreal and New York, AdMakers International is
a truly global agency, one that has consulted on property projects with a collective value of more
than $30 billion across Africa, Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East and exotic
island destinations such as the Bahamas, Seychelles, Cape Verde Islands and Mauritius.
™
BANYAN TREE HOLDINGS LIMITED
Listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange, Banyan Tree Holdings is part-owner and the operator
of Banyan Tree Seychelles. 1994 saw Banyan Tree open its first resort in Laguna Phuket,
Thailand. Since then the group has gained global recognition and over 500 awards and
accolades for the exclusive hotels, resorts and spas it manages and develops around the world.
Epitomising the romance of travel, rejuvenation and relaxation in hand-picked destinations
around the globe, the brand has become synonymous with providing the ultimate resort
experience.
The group, at end 2009, owns and/or operates 28 world-class resorts and hotels,
67 spas, 69 retail galleries and 2 golf courses.
SINCE 1995, BANYAN TREE HAS STEADILY EXTENDED ITS
GEOGRAPHICAL PRESENCE TO 23 COUNTRIES – AND COUNTING.
RESORTS INCLUDE:
BAHRAIN Banyan Tree Al Areen
CHINA Banyan Tree Hangzhou
Banyan Tree Lijiang
Banyan Tree Ringha
Banyan Tree Sanya
INDONESIA Banyan Tree Bintan
Banyan Tree Bali
MALDIVES Banyan Tree Madivaru
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
MEXICO Banyan Tree Mayakoba
Banyan Tree Cobo Marqués
SEYCHELLES Banyan Tree Seychelles
THAILAND Banyan Tree Bangkok
Banyan Tree Phuket
UAE Banyan Tree Al Wadi
FAQS (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
GENERAL INFORMATION ON SEYCHELLES
Q How do I get to the Seychelles?
A There are daily international flights with Air France, Condor (Germany), Kenya
Airways, Qatar (Doha), Air Austral (Reunion), Air Seychelles (UK, France,
Switzerland, Italy, South Africa, Mauritius and Singapore) and Emirates (Dubai).
Q What is the weather like in Seychelles?
A Tropical marine which is humid and cooler during the Southeast monsoon
(May to September) and warmer during the Northwest monsoon (March to May).
Temperatures rarely vary outside of the range of 24°C to 32°C and the country lies
outside the hurricane belt, so severe storms are rare, making Seychelles a year
round holiday destination.
Q Where should I go within the Seychelles?
A Most of the islands can be visited either by plane or boat offering many different
day trips or long weekends. Along with the pristine beaches there are art studios,
galleries, nature reserves, national monuments, religious sites, waterfalls and
national heritage sites to visit. For more information, visit the website of the
Seychelles Tourist Board at www.seychelles.travel/en/home/index.php.
Q How do I travel around the islands?
A “Air Seychelles” offers daily domestic flights to a few of the other islands including
Praslin and chartered flights to the other islands. “Helicopter Seychelles” is a
charter company specialising in island transfers, excursions and scenic flights.
“Zilair” offers an air-conditioned aerial limo service between the Seychelles inner-
islands and the “Island Development Company” (IDC) offers daily flights to
Desroches and Alphonse and chartered flights to the other islands.
The inter-island ferry leaves from Mahé to Praslin and connections to La Digue and
smaller islands can be made from Praslin. Some islands, such as Silhouette, Cerf
and Saint Anne operate their own personal transport service to and from Mahé.
Q Is a visa required to enter Seychelles?
A No foreigner requires a visa to enter Seychelles. A one month’s visitor permit is
issued on arrival into the country and can be extended. All visitors do require a
valid passport for the duration of their stay and return, sufficient funds and
accommodation.
Q Is it possible to stay longer?
A Extensions are possible but must be applied for a week before expiry of
visitor’s permit.
Q Can I work in Seychelles?
A The employment market is closely regulated in the Seychelles and low limits are set
on the percentage of foreign workers in companies. To work in Seychelles a
foreigner will need a work permit; GOP (Gainful Occupation Permit) which comes
at a fee.
Q What is the currency?
A The currency is the Seychellois rupee (SCR) which was freely floated on
November 3rd 2008 and is made up of 100 cents.
Q What are the main languages in Seychelles?
A English, French and Seychellois Creole are all official languages.
Q What about education?
A The literacy rate for the Seychellois is more than 90 per cent and currently there
are 23 crèches, 25 primary schools and 13 secondary schools. The schools are
located on Mahé, Praslin, La Digue and Silhouette.
There are also three private schools Ecole Française, International School and
Independent School; all three are situated on Mahé.
There are seven post-secondary schools and a university opening on Mahé.
Q What is the main religion of the Seychellois?
A Most Seychellois are Christian with 82% being Roman Catholic, 6% Anglican,
1% Seventh Day Adventist and 3.4% other Christian denominations.
The rest of the islands are 2% Hindu, 1% Muslim and 1.5% other non-Christian
1.5% are non-specified and 0.6% have no religion.
Q Is there a good health care system in Seychelles?
A There are medical facilities available on the main islands, with a government
hospital and emergency room in Victoria, and private medical clinics throughout
the rest of Mahé and Praslin. Medical insurance with full evacuation cover is
strongly recommended.
Q Can I bring my pet into the country?
A Seychelles does not accept pets for a period of less than 6 months and all bird
species are prohibited. All cats and dogs require an import permit issued by the
Veterinary Services and these pets must have valid vaccination records including
proof of rabies inoculation as well as Veterinary Health Certificate. There is a
quarantine period of 2 weeks to 6 months depending on the country of origin.
Q How is the banking system?
A Banking hours are generally Monday to Friday 08h00 – 14h00 and
Saturday 08h00 – 11h00. All banks will process travellers’ cheques and process
foreign exchange transactions, however passports are required and commission may
be charged. There are ATM facilities that accept most international bank cards
throughout the islands of Mahé, Praslin and La Digue.
Exchange rates are determined by the market and may differ between the banks.
Money may only be changed with an authorised money dealer such as a bank or
bureau de change.
Credit cards are widely accepted throughout Seychelles.
Q What types of banking products are available from the commercial banks in the
Seychelles and who are the key commercial banks?
A Seychelles has a well-established and financially sound banking environment that
offers a diverse range of products and services. A broad range of account products
are available, including current (chequebook) accounts, savings accounts, call
deposits, and fixed deposits. Foreign currency accounts are available for qualifying
clients.
The commercial banking sector provides twenty-four hour banking facilities
through Automated Teller Machines (ATM). All major international credit
cards are widely accepted throughout the country and may be used at the ATMs.
All commercial banks are regulated and supervised by the Central Bank of
Seychelles.
There are six commercial banks and two other non-bank financial institutions
currently established in the Seychelles, namely, Barclays Bank (Seychelles) Ltd,
Mauritius Commercial Bank (Seychelles) Ltd, Habib Bank Ltd, Seychelles
International Mercantile Banking Corporation Ltd (S.I.M.B.C.) – Nouvobanq,
Bank of Baroda, Seychelles Savings Bank Ltd, Development Bank of Seychelles
and Seychelles Credit Union.
Q Is offshore banking available in the Seychelles?
A Non-domestic banking in Seychelles is regulated by the Central Bank of Seychelles
and is administered under the Financial Institutions Act 2004 to cater for offshore
as well as domestic banking. The Act makes provision for the licensing of offshore
banks and incorporates the necessary flexibility to encourage growth in that sector.
It also features full confidentiality with regards to information of its clients with the
exception of criminal investigation cases.
In Seychelles, there are two banks that have been granted an Offshore Banking
License by the Central Bank of Seychelles, namely, the Barclays Bank (Seychelles)
Ltd and BMI Offshore Bank (BMIO).
Q Is satellite TV available in Seychelles?
A Multi-channel cable and satellite TV services are widely available. BBC World
service and Radio France are available on FM.
Q How do mobile phones work?
A There is GSM coverage on most islands and international roaming on your existing
mobile international number will work on the main islands.
Q Can we drink the tap water?
A Tap water meets World Health Organisation standards but most people prefer to
drink bottled water, which is widely available.
Q What is the electric voltage in Seychelles?
A The voltage is 220-240 volts AC 50 Hz throughout the Seychelles and the British
Standard square three-pin, 13 amp sharp electric plug is used. Visitors from other
countries, other than the United Kingdom, are advised to bring their own adapters.
INFORMATION ON DEVELOPMENT
Q Who is the developer?
A The developer, Ocean Estate (Seychelles) Limited, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of
Banyan Tree Resorts (Seychelles) Limited, who have been operating Banyan Tree
Seychelles for the past 7 years.
Q Who has the responsibility for the development?
A Ocean Estate (Seychelles) Limited is the developer and as such has the overall
responsibility for the development of The Ocean Estate. In addition
hereto, the developer has appointed a team of international advisers to assist
with the development. This team of professionals include architects, project
managers, environmental specialists, engineers, surveyors, quantity surveyors,
sales and marketing specialists, legal advisors and all other ancillary service
providers. These international contractors will work closely with local
professionals who are fully au fait with doing business in the Republic of Seychelles
and who provide invaluable assistance to contribute to the overall success of this
development.
Q Who is financing the development of The Ocean Estate?
A The project is being financed mainly by shareholders’ equity. However, the
developer has also procured project and development finance from reputable
financial institutions.
OWNERSHIP
Q What legal title in the villas will be passed to purchasers?
A All villas in the The Ocean Estate are sold and transferred to purchasers on
freehold title.
Q What are the formalities imposed by Seychelles law in respect of the transfer
of freehold title in the Seychelles?
A Freehold title in immovable property may be transferred as of right to a Seychellois
national. For any non-Seychellois national, such transfer can be effected subject to
sanction having been obtained from the Government of the Republic of Seychelles
in terms of the Immovable Property (Transfer Restriction) Act. This required
sanction application will be facilitated by the sales and marketing agents and will
be submitted to relevant authorities as part of the sale process.
Q What is sanction and how is it obtained?
A Sanction approval is required for every non-Seychellois for purposes of owning
immovable property in the Seychelles and will be facilitated by the sales and
marketing agents. This is a formal application process and various documents are
required to be submitted with the application. These documents include character
references, police record certificates, copies of passports etc. Full details hereof will
be provided to each purchaser.
Q What ownership structures are available to purchasers?
A The purchasers can acquire the villa in their personal names, or in the name of a
corporate entity.
Q Can a local holding company be established to own property?
A Yes, a local Seychelles company can be registered, the shareholding in which can
then be structured to conform with the requirements of each purchaser.
A foreigner purchasing shares therein will be subject to obtaining government
sanction.
Q Are there any other types of companies that could be used to hold an interest in
property in the Seychelles?
A An interesting and versatile form of company is the Seychelles International
Business Company (“IBC”), which is tax-free corporation designed for engagement
in all forms of international business, with no minimum reporting and record-
keeping requirements and comprehensive confidentiality features. They can be set
up within 24 hours by non-resident shareholders and the annual fees are low.
An IBC cannot hold an interest in any Seychelles immoveable property, however
it can hold an interest in shares, thus it could hold shares in a local property
holding company. It is regarded as a foreigner for these purposes, so sanction will
be required for the IBC to own such shares.
SALE AGREEMENT
Q How do I reserve a villa in The Ocean Estate?
A A villa can be reserved by signature of a Reservation Agreement. In terms of such
agreement a reservation fee of $30,000 is to be paid into an escrow account,
whereafter the villa will be reserved and taken off the market. A full set of sales
documentation will then be forwarded to a purchaser who has to sign these
agreements within a period of 14 days after receipt thereof. If he fails to do so the
reservation will lapse and the villa will be put back on the market.
Q How do I pay for my villa?
A Within a period of 30 days after the signature of the Sale Agreement, 10% of the
purchase price has to be paid into the Escrow Account. Thereafter a purchaser has
two further periods of 30 days each to pay two further instalments of 10% of the
purchase price. As soon as the purchaser has so paid 30% of the purchase price,
the balance has to be secured or payments have to be made to equal the draw down
procedures set out in the Sale Agreement. The purchase price is disbursed out of
the Escrow Account on a draw down procedure set out in the sales documentation
and duly vouched for by progress certificates from the architects.
Q What is an escrow account and where will it be held?
A The escrow account is set up to protect purchasers in that the developer will not
be entitled to any monies out of this escrow account, unless the procedure set out
in the Sale Agreements for the draw downs is followed.
Q When do I become owner of my villa?
A Transfer of the villa is effected after the final completion date as the developer
wishes to finish the construction process and then provide purchasers with a duly
completed and fully furnished and fitted out villa.
Q What security do I have prior to the transfer date?
A As soon as 30% of the purchase price has been paid into the escrow account a
fixed charge over the land parcel on which the villa is to be constructed will be
registered in the purchaser’s name, which charge will only be cancelled on transfer
of the villa into the name of the purchaser.
Q What restriction (if any) is placed on purchasers selling their villas before the
development is complete?
A Prior to the transfer date of the villa, no purchaser may dispose of his villa without
the prior written consent of the developer. After transfer, the developer has a right
of first refusal during the development period.
Q Which legal system will govern the agreement of sale and ancillary
documentation to this development?
A The agreements are governed by the laws of Seychelles.
Q When is occupation of the first villa likely to take place?
A Late 2011.
BANYAN TREE PRIVATE COLLECTION
Q What is the Banyan Tree Private Collection?
A As a purchaser you qualify for membership of the Banyan Tree Private Collection.
This is a collection of properties forming part of the Banyan Tree Global
Destination Club. Membership entitles a person to receive annual occupation
rights to these properties across the world on certain specific terms and conditions.
Q What fees, if any, are to be paid for such membership?
A The developer will pay for and on behalf of each purchaser, the once-off joining
fee to enable the purchaser to receive this membership.
Q Are there any annual membership fees?
A Yes, all purchasers will be liable for the annual membership fees as and when such
fees are due and payable. At current levels, this varies between US$3000 - 6000.
LETTING POOL ARRANGEMENTS
Q Is there a rental programme available for villas in Banyan Tree Ocean Estate?
A Yes, purchasers will be offered the option to put their villas in a letting pool that
will be managed and operated by Banyan Tree Resorts.
Q If my villa is in the letting pool, will I still be able to use it when I want?
A A purchaser is being offered two options. A revenue sharing option and a standard
option. [In terms of the revenue sharing option a purchaser will be allowed to
occupy his villa for 60 days during every year at no cost. In terms of the standard
option, a purchaser will be able to occupy his villa for 305 days of every year, but
be liable for all costs in relation thereto.
Q What are the characteristics of the revenue sharing option?
A Purchasers who have elected the revenue sharing option will be entitled to one
third of the net rental revenue received from the letting pool, but will not be liable
for any costs in relation to the management of the villa and services provided by
Banyan Tree Resorts.
Q What are the characteristics of the standard option?
A Purchasers who have elected the standard option will be entitled to one half of the
net rental revenue received from the letting pool, but will be liable for payment
of all costs for the management of the villa and services provided by Banyan Tree
Resorts.
Q What are these services that Banyan Tree Resorts are providing to the
purchasers?
A For a fixed fee the services included are –
provision of security guards;
housekeeping service;
gardening service;
swimming pool maintenance;
cable television connection;
pest control of the villa every month;
international direct dial (IDD) telephone connection;
wire and wireless internet access;
the provision of 2 electric powered vehicles (EPV’s), together with repairs and
maintenance thereto;
common area expenses (buggy path lights, desalination plant and generator
maintenance, waste removal, landscaping, sewerage treatment, closed circuit
television (“CCTV”) maintenance, salary of appropriate person in charge).
TAXATION / EXCHANGE CONTROL
Q Is there any inheritance, gift tax in the Seychelles?
A No, there is neither inheritance nor gift tax in the Seychelles.
Q Is there any capital gains tax in the Seychelles?
A No, there is no capital gains tax in the Seychelles.
WITHHOLDING TAX
Withholding tax is not payable on rental income. If the property is owned by a
local company and the rental is distributed by way of dividend to a foreign
shareholder of such property owning company, a withholding tax at the prevailing
rate (currently 15%) will be payable. This is a final tax, meaning that the dividend
will not be considered income for income tax purposes.
Q What are the tax implications in having shares in an IBC?
A A Seychelles IBC is not subject to any tax or duty on income or profits.
A shareholder of a Seychelles IBC is also not subject to any tax on his income
derived from the IBC. In a similar fashion, a Seychelles IBC is also exempt from
any stamp duties on all transactions relating to its business, in particular on any
transfers of property to or by the company, and on any transactions in respect of
the shares, debt obligations or other securities of the IBC.
If the local property owning entity pays a dividend to an IBC, the 15% withholding
tax on dividends will be payable.
Q Are there any exchange control restrictions on receiving funds from the Seychelles?
A All restrictions on the trading of the Seychelles rupee were removed in November
2008 under an international monetary fund sponsored economic stabilization
programme.
CONTACT
Anse Intendance, Intendance Road, Mahé, Republic of Seychelles, Indian Ocean
TELEPHONE
HOTEL +248 383 500
OFFICE DIRECT +248 383 516
FACSIMILE
FACSIMILE +248 383 600
EXTENSIONS
SPA RECEPTION (ext 7401/2)
SPA OFFICE DIRECT (ext 3516)
GALLERY SHOP (ext 7288)
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Mobile: 082 452 1930
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