Norbrook Realty Limited has announced plans for three major development projects that will create over 250,000 square feet of luxury commercial and residential properties in Jamaica. 

The projects, with an investment of over US$75m, include a commercial tower in Kingston and two luxury beachfront communities in Ocho Rios. Norbrook has taken a careful approach to entering the real estate development market through a mix of strategic partnerships and pre-construction sales. 

Norbrook’s first project, Bohio Villas, is a luxury beach enclave in Mammee Bay that boasts 14 villas and vast amenities, including a private beach, central pool, gym, spa, and vast green space for events. Each villa at Bohio allows its owners or guests to enjoy the privacy of a villa with four bedrooms, a private pool, outdoor eating space and a backyard while having access to the superior central amenities of the luxury development. The villas were all sold turnkey including furniture and will be fully managed by Norbrook Hospitality. 

 “For years, we observed the real estate industry and, like any of our other business lines, we spent time and effort to understand the market and identify gaps. Thereafter, we strategically accumulated key parcels of land, formed partnerships with proven industry experts, and developed a unique product set for a niche audience. Given our conservative nature, we then presold units to further reduce our risk.

“Today, we are excited to unveil three projects that we are very proud of and that will form the backbone of our formal entry into real estate development,” said Khary Robinson, executive chairman of Norbrook.

With the success of Bohio Villas, Norbrook acquired an adjoining 20 acres of beachfront to build a larger luxury oceanfront community called Banbou Cove Resort Residences. Leveraging the partners and consultants from its initial project, including architect GW Architects, construction company Relmac, project manager Neustone and financing partner JMMB, Norbrook aims to build 20 high-end villas and 36 luxury condos on the property, many of which have already been reserved by buyers.

“Banbou Cove is going to be very special as we look to create a uniquely elegant and fun community that will redefine the luxury resort residential market in Jamaica. Like Bohio Villas, the units will be sold turnkey and will be fully managed, making them easier to acquire and enjoy as an investment property and second home. We will officially launch those units for sale in the upcoming weeks, but many have already been reserved by buyers who heard about the project,“ said Robinson

Norbrook aims to create a uniquely elegant and fun community that will redefine the luxury resort residential market in Jamaica. Like Bohio Villas, the units will be sold turnkey and will be fully managed, making them easier to acquire and enjoy as an investment property and second home. The units will be launched for sale in the upcoming weeks.

Norbrook’s third project is the acquisition of 109 Old Hope Road, which currently houses Mailpac Group.

There, Norbrook aims to erect an exclusive commercial tower, including retail on the ground floor, corporate offices, short-term rental luxury condos, and even rooftop restaurants. The development is sure to be one-of-a-kind, hosting flagship locations for Mailpac, Express Fitness and Hertz and delivering unique convenience and access given its central proximity to both New Kingston and the residential areas of Kingston 8 and Kingston 6. 

 “With the amazing team of partners and consultants we have pulled together, and the clear mismatch in supply and demand in the luxury real estate space, we are excited to position ourselves as a leading provider in that market and are eager to see what the future holds for us in that arena,” said Robinson.