Where is the next area of development when we look beyond Puerto Penasco (Rocky Point)?
Sonora's Gold Coast is seeing an explosion of development that is unique in Mexico, and rare anywhere in the world. Nearly 100 miles of virgin beaches -- from the southeastern edge of Rocky Point all the way past Puerto Lobos -- are rapidly becoming accessible to homeowners and investors.
What was only a dream just a few years ago is now reality, and this rapid transformation of our coast is a testament to the power of harmonious Public / Private partnerships, and the wisdom of a long-term vision of development.
We believe that the time to invest in Sonora's Gold Coast is now, and that our once virtually inaccessible virgin beaches are destined to become one of Mexico's hottest new "destinations" for homeowners, investors, and developers.
There are many factors that play a role in the birth of a new destination, but no factor is more important than easy access.
Historically Sonora's Gold Coast has been relatively isolated and a Coastal Highway was only a dream. That dream has become reality. Ultimately, this mammoth construction project provided Rocky Point -- and the Gold Coast -- with a new modern highway linking to the United States (north of El Golfo Santa Clara) and which will extend to points south of San Carlos. Portions of this highway are already complete, and the next segment scheduled for completion is Desemboque - Rancho Lobos in 2008, and later on with, Puerto Lobos and Liberty Cove following in 2009.
The new Rocky Point Commercial International Airport is now under construction and is expected to be open by the end of 2009. Funded by a forward-thinking collaboration between the State of Sonora, the Mexican federal government, and Grupo Mayan Resorts, this landmark infrastructure project will allow Puerto Lobos to be reached by air from anywhere in the world, with an estimated drive time from the airport -- which is located southeast of Rocky Point -- being well under an hour. It is worth noting that this is the exact geographical relationship that Playa Del Carmen -- one of the World's greatest organic-development success stories -- has to the Cancun airport and its never-ending flow of Americans, Canadians, and Europeans.
Important as it is, our new International Airport is only one of a number of factors that are driving the development of Puerto Lobos. Substantial infrastructure upgrades are already underway, with CFE is working on high-capacity electrification and Telcel completed installation of a cellular tower in this cozy fisherman's village. And even newer telcom technologies are on the horizon: developments such Rancho Lobos are planning to become connected through the Hughes Satellite Network, which will provide residents and homeowners with a full suite of internet services, telephone, and cable television!
It is amazing what technology and eco-friendly systems can do now: desalination technology, ecologically-friendly bacteria septic systems, satellite telcom, self generated electrical (if you choose) -- all of these technologies make living in this unique part of the planet not only possible, but luxurious! They enable homeowners to live in paradise, enjoy their space -- their freedom and life style -- without being the victims of their successful lives in the United States or Canada, or having every breath they take limited or regulated.
Puerto Lobos is still a tremendous value by both World and Mexican standards. Consider: there are a number of developments under construction near Puerto Lobos including Rancho Lobos -- where you can get a 10,000 sq feet lot from $10,000.00 USD, or two-acre ocean view ranch and a house for only $375,000 .
Other developments to come in the areas near Puerto Lobos include the spectacular Paradyso and Arabella north of Playa El Deseo. These new developments complement existing communities such as Playa Paloma and Santo Tomas, and illustrate the exciting future that awaits our Gold Coast.
This is what happens when the Land Of Opportunity and the Land Of The Free combine to make the American Dream available in Mexico! Sonora's Gold Coast is now the best investment area in Mexico, where people looking for private space, freedom, and a spectacular return on their investment have found everything that they have dreamed of. Where else can you buy a house, on a two acre desert ranch with an ocean view for $375,000, or a desert landscape and great ocean view for $10,000 developer financed ?
If you are a prospective homeowner or investor, we urge you to call your realtor to learn more about these exciting Gold Coast home ownership and investment opportunities. Heidi Wosak, Broker of Century 21 Sun & Sand, is very active promoting the development of Desemboque and Puerto Lobos and the Gold Coast in general; Kent White from Realty Executives has had long involvement with the Santo Tomas area.
Interested in becoming a developer? Developing Mexico is our mission, we believe that investing in Mexico must be fun and safe, and we welcome the opportunity to discuss development structuring with both experienced and first-time developers
By Raul O'Farrill, St. James Gate
Wayne Corcoran, St. James Gate, www.stjamesgate.ws,
