Sunrise Bay

Sunrise Bay in Marsh Harbour is one of the newer developments in the heart of Marsh Harbour, Abaco  and offers many coveted features. Blissfully peaceful and quiet, this gated community development has underground utilizes, paved roads a community beach and probably the most exciting feature is the private marina. The location of Sunrise Bay is on the eastern side of Marsh Harbour allowing for a quick 15 minute boat ride to Elbow Cay or Man-O-War Cay. It’s only a few minute car ride to the supermarket, restaurants, marinas etc. Convenience is all around but the community is tucked away and offers much privacy.

If you are looking for a property in a desired area such as Sunrise Bay I have 3 great options for you. Click here to view the property that has a partially completed foundation and may be just the ticket for a contractor looking for a project to complete for future resale. This link will entice those looking for the ideal location to build their retirement home. Running road to road and nicely elevated, sea views can be enjoyed from this large lot. For those wanting a marina view click here  .  A vacant parcel looking towards the marina and community beach area. Due to the layout of the development you will have unobstructed views of the Sea of Abaco.

An option for everyone. Email or call today and let me show you the way to owning a piece of Abaco real estate.

Twitter

I'm fairly new to twitter even though I have had an account for a while. I am learning the steps and having fun and frustrations while doing so. You can find me @MailinSands. I have just added a 'tweet button' to my blog and will soon be testing it once I'm done here.

I wish everyone a happy and productive Monday tomorrow. Make it a great week people.

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin Sands

Amazing View

There are a lot of buyers out there who value quiet and peaceful surroundings. Those who say to me "I live in a big city. When I come here I don't want so much hustle and bustle." But yet they want something nice and if they can't afford direct waterfront they at least want a view.

Well have I got the property for one of those buyers! This house is in a quiet area but only minutes from Cherokee Sound, the luxurious Abaco Club on Winding Bay and Little Harbour. Commands awesome views and is priced to sell!

I'm just going to quit talking and let you see for yourself.  CLICK HERE TO SEE THIS LOVELY PROPERTY

Well ok, here's a photo showing the view of the gorgeous double crested beach of Winding Bay...A million dollar view but not a million dollar price tag!

Email mailin@coldwellbankerbahamas.com or call me 242-577-0120

I will be excited to show you the way to be the new proud owner.

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin Sands

Adorable cottage in Abaco

Who said you had to be a millionaire to own a piece of paradise? This cute cottage is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath getaway. It's very suitable name of 'Tucked Away'  is simply because it is tucked away in the natural vegetation in a private and quiet area on the SC Bootle Highway between Marsh Harbour and the famous Treasure Cay. A gorgeous 3 mile beach is about 10 minutes away. The property runs 80' on the shallow creek that lies behind Treasure Cay's point. So serene........

If a simple island cottage in paradise is exactly what you're looking for then give me a call. This just may be the one for you! $210,000!! That's right! Owners are motivated! Office# 242-367-2992

Enjoy the photos of the kitchen and the cottage and the nearby gorgeous beach!

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent,

~Mailin Sands

Man-O-War All Age School's Annual Flea Market

Well it would seem it was a success again this year. The ferry boat loads full of people mingled in with the second home owners on Man-O-War and the locals, this made quite a crowd. All are very anxious to support the school and lend a hand. Not too mention sift thru the many tables of crafts, food goodies, dinner items and just plain old STUFF. I guess it's true. One man's junk is another man's treasure.

One of the popular tables there is always 'The Pantry'. They sell a bunch of delicious items from hot cheese dips, to chutneys and jelly and varieties of bread. Definitely one of the stops I make. The ladies who have chosen to make Man-O-War a second home for themselves and participate at this table, and all around are greatly appreciated.

The next big event for the island will be the first weekend in April. April 2nd will be out heritage day which we call Sojer Day.  I serve on this committee and enjoy working wiht this great group of people. ACtually Friday night will be the opening event but Saturday will be the big day. We're going to have everything form food, crafts, the May Pole (yes  in April), games form the kids, a Museum and much more.

Stay tuned as the day approaches for more updates.

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin Sands

Exceptional Property Named Home of the Year

Wow! What an exciting way to start the New Year. Tilloo Pond, an enchanting  island estate in the Bahamas, has grabbed the Home of the Year award in the $5-$10M category of Unique Homes Magazine.
As the exclusive listing agent for this treasure of a home in Abaco in the northwestern Bahamas, I’m just thrilled.
The staff of Unique Homes had the challenging task of selecting 40 homes from 1,000 pages of prestigious properties, covering four price categories! The public was then asked to vote.
I’m not surprised Tilloo Pond won by a large margin. After all, it has all the bells and whistles of a luxurious home set against a beautiful island backdrop.
Spanning 11 acres of sea to sea property, it has its own beach, protected private dock and a day dock on the Sea of Abaco.  The uniquely designed home has a beautiful vaulted ceiling fashioned from carved, wooden beams. It boasts exquisite furnishings and high end finish work, including granite countertops, Travertine tile and exotic hardwood. With unparalleled views, what more could you ask for?

Congratulations to the owner of ‘Tilloo Pond’ for winning top honors! Whoever buys this gem has a lot to look forward to.

Nice Start

This year has started off rather interesting. I put a great little cottage under contract the first day back to work for the new year, closed on a transaction and have had multiple offers. That combined with the numerous inquiries flowing in every day give me great confidence in 2011 and what it has in store for us.

Stay tuned for more blogs and up to date happenings in the market. I am making a commitment to spend more time on my blog so you can know just what is going on here in Abaco.

Your Real Estate Agent in Abaco
~Mailin Sands

Hot Hot Hot new price!!

Exceptional property with a new price! Tilloo Pond, an 11 acre sea to sea estate, has been reduced to $4.98M! All the bells and whistles included! Private deep water dock in a protected harbour, beach, day dock, unsurpassed view, luxurious residence, and the list goes on.

Click Here to be directed to the listing.

Who will be the lucky new owner? Call today!

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin Sands

Want your property SOLD?

For those sellers out there who seriously want their property to sell here's the first thing you need to do. Talk to your Coldwell Banker agent today about helping you realistically price your property. A buyer sometimes will  not even opt to see your home if it is overpriced, assuming you have unrealistic expectations.

Your agent will be familiar with the current market conditions and can show you comparables and guide you with pricing it fairly. A property grabs the most attention when it first hits the market. If not priced correctly you are loosing out on showing your home to potential qualified buyers. Remember any one needing financing will not receive it for a property if the price is more than the appraised value.

An overpriced listing sits on the market and becomes stale causing buyers to ask the famous question, 'what's wrong with this house?'

If you are a serious buyer and would like more information on listing your home please email me at mailin@coldwellbankerbahamas.com or call me at my office 242-367-2992.

Your Real Estate Agent in Abaco,
~Mailin Sands

My Above and Beyond Award

Hi Folks,

It was a nice surprise to come in at the beginning of the week and find that the actual Above and Beyond Award  that I won a few months ago from Coldwell Banker had arrived. It's very pretty and I am honored to have been chosen to receive it. It gives me pleasure just to know that I can brighten up someone's day by going the extra mile in whatever it is I'm doing for them. I don't need an award but am very humbled to have received it.

I thought I'd post a picture of it :)

Your Real Estate Agent in Abaco

~Mailin

Is 'off the grid' living for you?

Bookie's Bay is about a 25 minute drive South of Marsh Harbour. It's a mile or so before you hit Little Harbour. This area is off the grid meaning it does not have city power. The homes there are powered by solar. The view from the ridge that runs along there is just simply awesome. Looking out over the Atlantic in this peaceful and quiet area is certainly very relaxing.

Here is a link that will direct you to the property for sale out there. The house is build to take advantage of the prevailing summer winds and maximize the view ocean. If you're one who enjoys seclusion, beauty and living off the grid and not to mention beachfront living then this may be the property for you.

Bookie's Bay

New and exciting property with coveted protected dockage

Well folks. I've neglected the blog a bit lately as I've been quite busy which is a good thing! Not complaining at all.

One of the exciting new properties that has kept me buzzing around is called Tilloo Pond. From it's extremely protected harbour where the fully equipped dock is located, right down to the fact that it is sea to sea, 11 acres and includes a beach, this luxurious estate has many many fine features for some lucky new owner to enjoy!

For those of you not familiar with Tilloo Cay it is just a skip hop, or a short boat ride from Elbow Cay and the community of Hope Town, and also just a 15-20 minute boat ride from Marsh Harbour, where all the modern day conveniences can be found. An absolute fantastic property with such privacy and tranquility but small town living is just next door! This is one fine piece of Abaco real estate!

I gave you a little preview of this property with the photos above but for complete details and more photos click here and you will be directed to a site with even more.

If you're one who value privacy, luxury living, and enjoy being surround by nature please email today.

DAYBREAK

http://www.coldwellbankerbahamas.com/index.php?action=listingview&listingID=2517

Paste this link in your browser to read about 'Daybreak' that is new to the market. Call me for a showing of this awesome waterfront home located in Man-O-War Cay, Abaco!

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin

Cruising the Sea of Abaco

HI All,

I've neglected my blog a little bit and realized I needed to post a few pictures of a Sea of Abaco cruise my husband and I had a few weeks ago. It was really a party for some friends of ours from Germany who are second home owners on our lovely little cay if Man-O-War.

They chartered Froggies Out Island Adventure for 3 hours and we had an enjoyable evening on the calm sea mingling with friends. The end to the evening was perfect. We returned to the harbour just as the sun was setting.

I do have a couple of new listings to tell you about and will endeavor to get them up here over the next day or two.

As for now enjoy the photos above boasting of our enjoyable evening surrounded by Abaco's gorgeous scenery!

What a Gorgeous Days....And A New Listing in Little Harbour

We have been blessed with gorgeous days in Paradise! Hot! Yes, but simply beautiful. A refreshing dip in the ocean as the sun is going down is a perfect ending to any day.

Above are a few photos of the beautiful days we've been experiencing!


I just had to post the link to a property new to the market. It's in Little Harbour, near Pete's Pub and simply commands the most awesome views of the Sea of Abaco, the harbour, the Atlantic AND the creeks toward Cherokee Sound.

Click Here to be directed to this listing on our website. And phone today for a showing.

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin Sands

Tranquility

I took a trip out to Casuarina Point about 2 weeks ago. That's about a 20 minute drive South of Marsh Harbour. I took a few pictures of a property that is new to the market. It was quite the perfect day for viewing such a property. The breeze was light, the sun was shining bright and the water and white sand banks looked so inviting.

This property is an income producing property and is what you would call brand spanking new. The rental spaces that it offers are outfitted nicely in wooden floors and ceramics along with tasteful furniture.

I'm posted a few pictures above. If this is something that you would like to hear more about and you would like to see interior photos please email me at mailin@coldwellbankerbahamas.com

Beach Beach Beach

Well everyone, I've been neglecting my blog for the past 8 weeks. What can I say? I have seen the market take a bit of an upward turn and it's kept me busy. This is great news!

I trust everyone enjoyed the Easter holiday weekend. It was just gorgeous here. The past week we've had beautiful weather and I was able to enjoy our beaches and so did my puppy.

Actually, I have just listed a beachfront property here in Man-O-War. The picture above shows the lot but click HERE to be directed to the listing on our website.

It's not often that you an find a single vacant beachfront lot on Man-O-War so this is a rare opportunity presenting itself. Call or email mailin@coldwellbankerbahamas.com for more details and to view this fabulous parcel in Paradise!

Private Islands

Hi Folks,

I'd like to direct you to my website and invite you to browse through the Abaco listings. The newest addition is a private island here in Abaco that has much potential. This island is called Cornish Cay If you're in the market for a private island so that you can have a fantastic retreat then email me today at mailin@coldwellbankerbahamas.com or call me at 242-367-2992

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin Sands

Looking for a summer place?

'Summer Place' on Man-O-War has recently had a price reduction. An island home with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths located in the heart of a charming community on the harbourfront road and across from the ice cream parlor, this property would be the ideal vacation home. A short walk and you're at any number of beaches.

This home is offered at $325,000 and is sold furnished.

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin

Happy New Year

I hope everyone's Christmas and New Years Holiday were fantastic and blessed.

My family enjoyed a white Christmas in Canada and came back home to what feels even colder than the temps in the Great White North! It has certainly been very cold here with the temps dropping in the low 50's and even in the high 40's over certain parts of Abaco. It is most definitely the topic of conversation in Abaco!

This may be the year for you if you are looking to buy a piece of paradise in Abaco. More sellers are adjusting their prices to encourage a quick sale--whether it's a house or vacant property.

What are you goals for this year? Finding a permanent home, grabbing that dream of becoming a second home owner, or simply securing a vacant parcel of land so that when the time comes to retire you're ready to build?!

Email me if you'd like to begin searching for that special Abaco real estate.
mailin@coldwellbankerbahamas.com

I hope 2010 bring you all much happiness!

Your Abaco Real Estate Agent
~Mailin Sands