Blue Bay is a gated resort with its own beach and an 18-hole golf course in Sint Michiel, west of Willemstad. Owning or renting here means living inside one secure, managed property.
Where is Blue Bay?
Blue Bay is on Curaçao's west coast in Sint Michiel, about 10 km (6 miles) northwest of central Willemstad. Sint Michiel started out as a fishing village and is now the largest district of Willemstad by area. A big salt pan near the bay is known for its flamingos. Hato airport is about 15 minutes from the resort. That puts Blue Bay on the opposite side of the city from Jan Thiel and Mambo Beach, and you notice it: the pace is slower, and the east-side beach clubs are a real drive away.
The resort: beach, golf and amenities
Blue Bay Curaçao Golf & Beach Resort is a gated property with private roads and security staff on site around the clock. The beach runs about 150 meters, with palm trees and calm, clear water. There is a house reef you can dive and snorkel from shore, plus a water sports center. Visitors who are not staying at the resort can buy a day pass for the beach. The 18-hole championship course climbs over hilly ground, with sea views from many holes. Restaurants on the property include Brass Boer and Coast Beach Restaurant, and there is also a fitness studio and a spa.
What kind of homes are in Blue Bay?
The resort has beachfront condos, homes and apartments along the golf course, and detached villas, many with a private pool. There is also a boutique hotel. Many owners rent their homes to vacationers, while others live here full-time or for part of the year. Anyone staying on the property uses the resort's facilities, such as the beach and shared pools. For groceries you leave the resort, but a supermarket is a short drive away.
Who Blue Bay suits
Blue Bay appeals to golfers and to families who want a calm beach inside a secure property. It also suits people who prefer peace and quiet over the nightlife at Mambo Beach or Jan Thiel. For vacationers, having the beach and restaurants within the gates is convenient. For residents, the main draws are the security and the well-kept grounds. You will need a car, though. Willemstad and the rest of the island are only practical to reach by car.
Buying in Blue Bay
Buying in Blue Bay means buying into a resort with its own rules. Ask for the owners' association bylaws and find out what the regular fee covers, for example security, upkeep of roads and landscaping, and use of the beach and pools. If you plan to rent the home out, check the arrangements for rentals and property management. As anywhere on Curaçao, confirm whether the land is freehold (eigendom) or government leasehold (erfpacht). Buyers typically pay a 4% transfer tax, and total closing costs usually come to 6 to 8% of the price.
Proverties vacation rentals in Blue Bay
In Blue Bay, Proverties offers vacation rentals. Villa Jazmyn 45 has three bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, and a terrace with a private plunge pool and an outdoor kitchen with a grill. Casa Brisa is a new ground-floor apartment with two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, and a large balcony. Guests at both homes can use the resort beach and pools. The homes currently available are listed below. For rates and availability, WhatsApp or call +599 9686 5241, or email [email protected].
