The Residences at Secret Bay in Dominica have now distributed more than US $7.8 million in cumulative ROI to villa owners since the programme began in Q4 2019, reflecting 15 years of operational growth.
Financial performance (Q1 2025 – Q1 2026)
- Total ROI payouts rose nearly 70 % to US $1.1 million year‑over‑year.
- Average occupancy increased from 73 % to 81.1 %.
- Average ROI distribution grew from 5.28 % to 6.08 %.
- Shareholder participation rose more than 20 %, with owners increasing from 208 to 251.
Development progress
- Villa inventory expanded from 23 to 27 units (‑‑ a 32 % increase) and is slated to reach 42 villas upon completion of the final development phase in 2030.
- Phase 7 – the Cliffside Enclave (the master‑plan’s final chapter) launched in Q3 2026, adding six residences:
- Ti‑Fèy+ Villas – 2,649 sq ft, two bedrooms, three bathrooms, capacity 4‑6 guests, price US $2.95 million each.
- Kampesh Villas – 3,618 sq ft, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, capacity 6‑10 guests, price US $3.95 million each.
- Construction of nine Waterfront Villas is on schedule for Fall 2027; three have already sold (two whole‑ownership, one fractional).
- All new villas feature Siemens appliances, De’Longhi espresso makers, CDA wine fridges, Culligan water filtration, Sonos sound systems, high‑speed Wi‑Fi and smart‑home technology.
Wellness and dining
- Two wellness facilities – the Wellness Spa and the Analog Spa – are planned for completion in 2027, expanding therapeutic programming.
- The Zing Zing restaurant returned in 2026, offering a 20‑guest, six‑course Discovery Menu focused on seasonal Dominican ingredients.
Ownership structure and pricing
- Fractional ownership: US $220,000 for a two‑week interval up to US $1.1 million for ten weeks.
- Whole ownership: Villas start at US $1.4 million; multi‑villa estates begin at US $4.5 million.
Market positioning
- Approximately 35 % of owners are lifestyle purchasers; 65 % are buying for citizenship‑related programs.
- Sales are driven increasingly by the resort’s quality, investment record, and the appeal of Dominica itself.
- Partnership with Sotheby’s International Realty, led by Dan Merriman, continues to source buyers across North America, Europe and emerging markets.
Location and accolades
- Secret Bay is located on Dominica, the “Nature Island of the Caribbean,” featuring 365 rivers, a boiling lake, volcanic terrain, waterfalls, hot springs, black and white sand beaches, and the world’s only resident sperm‑whale pod.
- In July 2026, Dominica was ranked No. 1 in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas by Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards.
- The resort holds Relais & Châteaux affiliation and has received recognition from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Caribbean Journal, and coverage in The Wall Street Journal, Mansion Global and Robb Report.
Disclaimer: Annual fees and ROI payments depend on market conditions and the performance of each LLC/villa; no specific return is guaranteed. Prospective buyers should obtain independent professional advice.
Source article: www.imidaily.com
