Mangwana Mount Pleasant, Bequia, The Grenadines

Mangwana is a dramatic example of the 21st century's new generation of highly engineered Caribbean architecture, set in a truly spectacular location in the Grenadine islands.

Perched on the hillside over Friendship Heights, in an area rather appropriately known as Cloud 9, Mangwana stands as a true personification of architectural splendour quite distinct from any other residence in Bequia.

Nominated for the prestigious WAN (World Architecture News Awards) for its revolutionary design, Mangwana is a remarkable property which is now on the market and offering an excellent opportunity to purchase a true slice of paradise on this special island.

With concept design by British-based architect Jake Edgley, who trained with internationally renowned Sir Norman Foster, this outstanding property has a spacious, relaxing and contemporary atmosphere.

Offering 7 unique bedrooms within 10,000 sq.ft. of internal living space, featuring high quality finishes and stylish furnishings throughout.

Any owner of this impressive hillside property is sure to enjoy a level of privacy and exclusivity with simply outstanding views unparalleled on Bequia.

Imaginative Spaces

Based on the Moorish principle of using water as a central feature, the main focal point of the entire house is the central infinity pool, providing unparalleled views of the ocean and Grenadine island chain beyond.
Most of the rooms lead directly off the elegant pool, merging the interior living space with the stunning landscape, making Mangwana spacious, cool and airy, yet still surprisingly intimate.

Looking south from a height of 600 ft down over the jewel-like Southern Grenadines, the house has truly breathtaking panoramic views all around. The wooden sundeck, located at treetop level just below the pool, is ideal for enjoying those fantastic views.

The living spaces grouped around the central pool emulates high end house design in Morocco - where careful alignment to the prevailing breezes, plenty of shade and a pool become very much part of the house - providing wonderfully cool living spaces and an elegant atmosphere throughout the day.

2 self contained apartments complete the property and offer excellent flexibility in terms of additional guests and / or staff quarters or owner space if the new owner chooses to rent the property.

Interior

Living, Games, Bedrooms, Guest Wing, Media, Terrace, and self contained flat (sleeps 12, plus housekeeper flat for 2)
There are 5 large bedrooms in the main house, plus one in the separate self-contained Guest Wing which has it's own separate kitchen, balcony and terrace. All the bedrooms except one have their own ensuite bathrooms with walk in shower.

Most of the rooms have pleasing pitched roofs which gives a spacious airy feel throughout. The high ceilings, fans and through breezes keep all rooms refreshingly cool. Air Conditioning is completely unnecessary but could of course be installed if so desired.

Detailing

The grand louvered doors and windows are all made from the extraordinarily durable and hard to source Brazilian 'Ipe' wood.

All the showers are pebble lined, the built in seating, stairs and shelves have been carefully rounded off to soften the impact of such bold architectural lines. Wall recesses frame some of the owners art collection

The house is designed to be low maintenance and energy efficient. From the coloured render on the outer walls and polished concrete floors negating any need for repainting, to the long lasting Amazonian hard wood used.  There are 32 solar panels which feed back to the national grid - hugely reducing electricity bills.

Water tanks are located at the base of the five towers with a total fresh water capacity of 130,000 gallons (all collected via the roof during rainy season so is free and plentiful for all the needs of the house & pool).

Evening Light

The lighting system has been carefully designed by highly respected London based lighting specialist 'Mr Resistor', for maximum impact. Based on a wifi system which allows maximum flexibility to control the mood of each area. Mangwana truly comes alive at night. As seen in the image gallery the house offers several connecting areas ideal for gatherings (the current owners have held parties for up to 150 guests).

Location

Situated high on the hillside (yet still just a 7 minute drive from the islands best beaches), Mangwana is perched above the hustle and bustle of the harbour below - a true haven of peace but also the perfect place for families and large scale entertaining. Located on a no through road there are just 3 other high end properties as neighbours.

Offering astounding views over Friendship Bay, toward Mustique, Canouan and Union Island along with the neighbouring islands & Cays of Ballicaux, Battawia, Isle a Quatre, Petit Nevis, and over to Lower Bay Beach. On exceptionally clear days one can see right across the Grenadine Island chain to Carriacou and Grenada.

These spectacular panoramic views are framed differently on either side of the house.

Gardens & Greenery

In keeping with the low maintenance idea throughout the property, Mangwana's gardens only needs tending by a gardener/handyman 1 day a week, plus additional watering as necessary by the housekeeper.

As the images show the gardens are generously stocked with an impressive range of well-established Caribbean plants including a variety of Palms (Royal, Date, Fishtail, Traveler) along with citrus, bougainvillea, Jacaranda, Petrea, Desert Rose, Ficus, Flamboyant, Frangipani, Bamboo, Schefflera, Hibiscus along with Orchid, Mango, Almond, and Neem trees.

Viewing and support for your purchase

Mangwana offers a rare opportunity for prospective owners seeking to purchase a large, luxurious, highly designed turn key property on Bequia.

Please contact The Grenadines Collection Team for viewings of this exceptional property and to answer any questions you have on purchasing in the islands.