Villa d'Cocos

A retirement village in Paradise

Own a quiet retreat on the shore of a tropical lagoon, where peace

 and tranquility are guaranteed.

Own a share of a 1.5HA coconut plantation where

crime, cold and noise don't exist.

Be safe from crime.

No violent crime has ever been perpetrated against a visitor in our area.

Get away from the cold.

Average Winter temperature: 22^o C. Average Summer temperature: 29^o C.  Lowest recorded temperature: 16^o C.

Escape the crowded city.

Only 10 houses spread over 1.5hA. A maximum of 4 occupants per house.

Get away from the chattering masses.

All shareholders will by at least 50 years old.  No uncontrolled children.  No noise of any description allowed.

FAQ's

Where is Villa d'Cocos?

We are situated on the shore of Lake Uembje, which is adjacent to, and connects with, the Lagoon of Bilene.  Our Lat/Long coordinates are 25^o 15.585' S, 033^o 19.606' E.  We are about 4 hours from the Komatipoort border and 24km from Bilene.  The road from Bilene is a primitive track through patches of deep sand and is suitable only for 4wd vehicles.  This serves to increase our seclusion.

How do I get there from the UK?

You can fly to Maputo and drive from there.  Hiring a car in Maputo needs to be fully resolved before you leave home as there is a potential for foul-ups.

You can fly to Johannesburg.  There is a sophisticated car hiring system in Johannesburg.  It is a 700km drive from Johannesburg to Villa d'Cocos.

You can fly to Nelspruit from where it is a 350km drive to Villa d'Cocos.  Nelspruit is a small city and care hire resources are less extensive than in Johannesburg.

Do I need a visa?

Most likely you do need a visa.  Visas are less expensive when bought in South Africa.  Allow 48 hours for this although 24 is normally sufficient.  There is a Consulate in Johannesburg, Nelspruit and Durban.  Tourist visas are valid for 30 days and are renewable twice without leaving the country, giving a maximum single stay of up to 90 days.

What about Title Deeds?

All land in Mozambique is the property of the State.  Land use is secured through a 50 year concession to the Mozambique registered company of which you will be a shareholder.

What about corruption?

Corruption will not affect your life here to a significant extent.

What about malaria?

Malaria is no longer a danger in our part of Mozambique.

How good is the water?

Our borehole water has been tested and found to be completely clean and safe.

What about Mozambique Residence Permits?

A residence permit or DIRE is available to any South African with a shareholding in a commercial enterprise in Mozambique.  Villa d'Cocos will be registered as a commercial enterprise.

What about DStv?

Your DStv decoder will work here.

What about Internet and e-mail?

GPRS/EDGE networks serve the area. Prepaid broadband is available from both Mcel and Vodacom.

What does it cost?

 40,000 pounds will secure your shareholding and the right to build a house.

What already exists on the estate?

The estate has been permanently inhabited for more than 5 years.  There are 3 thatched chalets and a communal kitchen, a borehole and a generator house.

Will I like my neighbours?

The first five participants will be selected on the basis of compatibility with one another. The further 4 will be subject to the approval of the initial 5.  The 10th owner will be the existing one, who will also satisfy the official requirement for a participating Mozambican national.

For more information:

Telephone:      +258 82 259 2370

  Email:      webmaster@villadcocos.com

Last  update: 2010/07/31