Buying on Bonaire
How buying at Nikiboko Park works
Buying a home on Bonaire is more like the Netherlands than you might expect: Dutch law, a notary and clear agreements. Here's how the process works with us, from first call to key handover.
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Introduction
We start with a video call or a meeting on Bonaire. You'll hear everything about the park, the homes and the planning; we'd love to hear what you're looking for.
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Reservation
Found a home that fits? We'll reserve it for you, so you can review the documents calmly without the home being sold to someone else.
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Purchase agreement at the notary
The purchase agreement is drawn up and executed through a notary on Bonaire. You buy freehold: both land and home are entirely yours.
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Staged payments during construction
You pay in instalments that follow the build, for example at construction start, foundation, structural work, roof and delivery. Indicative; the final payment schedule is set out in the purchase agreement.
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Delivery
At delivery we inspect the home together, after which the keys are yours. Welcome to Bonaire.
Indicative; the final payment schedule is set out in the purchase agreement.
Freehold
Full ownership, no land lease
Much of the land on Bonaire is issued on long lease (erfpacht): you pay an annual ground rent to the government and the land itself remains someone else's. Not at Nikiboko Park.
You buy freehold: the land and the home are fully in your name, with no ground rent and no end date. That is a rarity on Bonaire, and one of the strongest reasons to buy here.
Frequently asked questions
Good to know
Expect transfer tax and notary fees on Bonaire. We will go through the exact additional costs for this project with you personally; they are set out in the purchase documents.
Yes, renting out is possible, both long-term and as a holiday rental. Do keep local rules and permits for tourist rentals in mind; we're happy to tell you more in a call.
Several banks on Bonaire and in the Netherlands finance property on the BES islands. Conditions differ from a Dutch mortgage; we can put you in touch with parties who know this market well.
The price per home includes the land. The final specification (technical description) will follow with the purchase documents. The images shown are artist impressions of the finish level we are aiming for.
No, the twelve 5 m² storage units are for sale separately at $7,500 each. Every home does have two parking spaces inside the park.
Drawings, floor plans, dimensions, areas and impressions are provided for general information only. They are not binding, do not form part of any offer or agreement, and no rights can be derived from them. The developer reserves the right to change the design, dimensions, materials and finishes. Only the signed purchase agreement and its contract documents are binding.
The US dollar has been Bonaire's official currency since 2011. Virtually all property on the island is priced and sold in USD.