A Little-Known Escape

Today I’d like to speak with you about a little-known escape in Belize…

Over the past few years, amid the pandemic and civil unrest and political upheaval in too much of the world, this little slice of paradise has been sought out by in-the-know freedom seekers.

These savvy folks had an “aha! moment,” and suddenly realized that Belize—specifically a self-sufficient community in the heart of this country’s Cayo District—could be the perfect “Plan B”…

Or, what has turned out to be the case for many, the just-right “Plan A.”

This community is surrounded by tropical rain forests, the majestic Maya Mountains, and the Belize River Valley…

It’s a nature-lover’s paradise, with wide-open spaces crisscrossed by rivers for swimming and kayaking, rain forests for exploring and hiking, and Mayan ruins for climbing…

It’s the perfect haven for anyone who wants to reclaim their independence while leaving the bills, cold winters, and rat race behind.

To top it off, right now, your slice of this secret Belize paradise starts at just $39,000.

I have known Phil, the developer, for a long time now. I’ve seen this parcel of land grow into a thriving riverside village with residents of all ages and backgrounds…

From retirees to young families, from ex-military to former ER nurses, and from arborists to tax attorneys…

And I’m heading to Carmelita Gardens tomorrow in advance of our Live And Invest In Belize Conference this week.

This is a place where folks live simply, enjoying the everyday freedoms many places back home have lost.

It offers a more relaxed, healthier pace of life.

Your home here is less than a two-hour drive from Belize City and the international airport…

And only a short distance from San Ignacio, a charming, bustling town with a hospital, grocery stores, hotels, cafés, restaurants, and the largest farmers’ market in the country.

This is a peaceful riverside community that boasts sustainability and independence at the core of its ethos.

Gardens and orchards are interwoven with the housing lots, providing fresh and organic food.

Each home here is self-sufficient, too. Houses have solar panels, rainwater harvesting, filtration systems, and productive gardens.

And this isn’t your parents’ idea of off-grid living. Self-sufficiency technology has improved significantly in recent years. Today your self-sufficient lifestyle can include all the comforts of back home, including a big-screen TV, washer and dryer, high-speed internet, and air conditioning.

Want a skype call with the family back home or need to take a zoom call for business?

That’s no problem here.

Phil’s motto for Carmelita Gardens is “Independent Together,” which applies to the community of individualists establishing itself here as well as to the homes and facilities they’re building.

Planned as a traditional town, the neighborhoods around the Town Square have garden lots with cottages. Radiating from there are larger village and estate properties.

All houses, regardless of size and style, are handcrafted using quality materials and methods. The off-grid systems are custom designed for each owner’s lifestyle and budget, and they all have luxury finishes to the owner’s specifications.

Finishes include granite counter tops, beautiful exotic hardwoods, outdoor kitchens, swimming pools, or a myriad of other choices.

Again, lot prices here start at only $39,000 and houses start at $120,000. Phil has a great team of experienced architects and builders happy to work with you to create the home that suits you best.

If you’re not up for building your own home, you’ll also find affordable turn-key options.

You know me. I’m a numbers guy, but it’s not always about the path of progress, ROI, and appreciation.

For many, reclaiming an independent lifestyle has become a priority agenda for their move overseas and Belize is an ideal place to do just that…

Stay diversified,

Lief Simon

Editor, Offshore Living Letter