SIMPLICITY INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH MONTPELIER MANAGEMENT FOR SERVICES AND MANAGEMENT OF THE ENCLAVE AT TAMARIND COVE
Montpelier to Manage the Tamarind Cove Development Scheduled for Completion by July 2009
Kimberton, PA – (May 24, 2007) – In a strategic display of its commitment to personalized service, Simplicity International today announces its partnership with Montpelier Management to provide services and management for the Enclave at Tamarind Cove, currently in development on Nevis.
Aiming to redefine the standard of residential luxury on Nevis, Simplicity International has entered into an agreement with Montpelier Management to bring the celebrated hospitality and services of the Montpelier Plantation Inn to the Enclave at Tamarind Cove, providing personalized attention to owners’ exacting specifications. These services include the maintenance of each home and meticulously manicured gardens, in addition to all pre-arrival preparations, dedicated airport shuttle service and monthly accounting assistance to ensure an overall seamless experience. Further, a complete menu of a la carte items will be made available, such as child care, catering, housekeeping, a full-service concierge, in-home private chef or spa services, and many other conveniences an owner might request.
“We are extremely pleased to announce our partnership with Montpelier,” commented John M. Schopfer, Chief Executive and Principal Partner of Simplicity International. “The reputation that Montpelier enjoys in the marketplace is one of luxury, distinction and impeccable service, which is perfectly aligned with the standard that we want to achieve at Tamarind Cove, making our partnership a natural fit for what will be a premier Enclave development.”
Total sales from the development of the Enclave at Tamarind Cove will approximate $40 million, with a starting price of $3.35 million for an estate home.
Scheduled to complete construction in 2009, the Enclave at Tamarind Cove will be an exclusive community of ten premier luxury beachfront estate homes with all the conveniences of resort living. It is nestled along more than 600 feet of beachfront in a protected cove setting on Nevis’ desirable Northwestern coast, also called the “Gold Coast” of the island, with panoramic views over the Caribbean Sea, Mount Nevis and neighboring St. Kitts. The Enclave artfully interprets the classic plantation style with each of the four- or five-bedroom residences ranging from 5,000 to just under 8,000 square feet; and private amenities featuring a reception house with a resident caretaker, a state-of-the-art fitness center, private library lounge with complimentary media, tennis court with adjacent terrace, and a beach clubhouse with veranda, club room, bar, catering kitchen, changing rooms and terraced courtyard for beachside grilling.
Founded in 2002 as a destination club headquartered in Southport, CT, and subsequently acquired in 2006 by its original President John M. Schopfer, Simplicity International is a luxury real estate development company pursuing quintessential lifestyle real estate. The company develops high-quality properties offering personalized experiences in select destinations. Initial destinations are currently being developed for its exclusive Enclaves brand. Simplicity’s Enclaves offer private and intimate developments of wholly-owned residences with distinctive architectural styling reflecting a signature casual elegance. Enclaves always provide the intimacy of a private community with the convenience of resort amenities for owners’ exclusive use. For purchasing inquiries and more information about the Enclave at Tamarind Cove please call 888-310-1230 ext. 704 from the US or Canada, email Alex Hugessen at ahugessen@simplicityintl.com or visit www.simplicityintl.com/tamarindcove.
Known for its quiet grace, refined charm and personal service, Montpelier Plantation Inn is a secluded retreat catering to discerning travelers. One of the newest members of Relais & Chateaux, this intimate 17-room hideaway is owned and managed by the Hoffman family, who has created a refined yet relaxed atmosphere that immediately makes their guests feel at ease. Nestled amongst thirty acres of landscaped gardens, Montpelier features an exquisite hand-laid 60-foot mosaic-tiled pool, manicured gardens, reading gazebo, tennis court and complimentary afternoon tea, and Montpelier by the Sea, the hotel’s private two-acre beach complete with sun gazebos and barman. In the evening, guests can choose between Montpelier’s two gourmet restaurants: The AAA Four Diamond Terrace restaurant and The Mill, located in the plantation’s original 18th century sugar mill. For more information about Montpelier Plantation Inn and Montpelier Management please call 869-469-3462, email info@montpeliernevis.com or visit www.montpeliernevis.com.
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Alex Hugessen Named Director of Sales of Simplicity International’s Tamarind Cove
Former Intrawest Relationship Manager Joins Luxury Real Estate Team
(Kimberton, PA) – March 28, 2007-- John M. Schopfer, Chief Executive and Principal Partner of Simplicity International, is pleased to announce that Alex Hugessen has recently joined the Simplicity International team as Director of Sales.
Alex joins Simplicity directly from Playground Real Estate (Intrawest) and brings a track record of over 10 years of experience in luxury and high-end pre-construction real estate. Alex worked on the initial “Storied Places” offering on the slopes of Whistler Mountain in British Columbia, as well as The Lodge at Suncadia, a $70M offering near Seattle Washington. Most recently, Alex led the Playground Whistler sales team in the sellout of the second phase of the ‘Evolution’ project in Whistler’s Creekside.
“Based on his experience, Alex is a perfect fit to help introduce the Enclave brand” says Schopfer. “He fills a critical role in our management team which now includes finance, marketing, development and executive functions.”
Alex’s first project will be Simplicity International’s inaugural “Enclave” property, Tamarind Cove, which includes 10 estate homes on a pristine 5.7-Acre beachfront site on the Gold Coast of Nevis in the West Indies.
Site preparation for Tamarind Cove is underway and the first release of homes is slated for July 2007.
Allan LaFrance Named Director of Development of Simplicity International
Former Four Seasons Construction Expert Joins Luxury Real Estate Team
(Kimberton, PA) – March 28, 2007-- John M. Schopfer, Chief Executive and Principal Partner of Simplicity International, is pleased to announce that Allan LaFrance has recently joined the Simplicity International team as Director of Development.
Allan brings over 30 years of experience in the area of general contracting and construction management for high-end resort real estate from the US Northeast in Nantucket, as well as valuable off-shore knowledge and experience through his role as Director of Construction for the Four Seasons Resort Estates, Nevis, West Indies. Allan spent five years overseeing all aspects of the development planning and construction of the Four Season’s first real estate offering. Allan maintains homes on both Nantucket and Nevis.
“Allan, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Simplicity. He will take on oversight of all our development planning and construction management activities. He fills a critical role in our management team which now includes finance, marketing, sales and executive functions,” comments Schopfer.
Allan’s first project will be Simplicity International’s inaugural “Enclave” property, Tamarind Cove, which includes 10 estate homes on a pristine 5.7-acre beachfront site on the “Gold Coast” of Nevis in the West Indies.
Site preparation for Tamarind Cove is underway and the first release of homes is slated for July 2007.
Simplicity International Names Exclusive Sales Agency
Sugar Mill Real Estate Becomes Exclusive Agency for Company’s Tamarind Cove
(KIMBERTON, PA) – January 30, 2007—R. Jude Carrillo, Vice Chairman and President of Simplicity International, LLC has announced the company has entered an exclusive agreement with Sugar Mill Real Estate to represent Tamarind Cove on the island of Nevis. Suzanne Gordon, owner/broker of Sugar Mill Real Estate (SMRE), has lived on Nevis for more than six years. During that time SMRE has become the agency with the most sales and listings on the Caribbean island.
Simplicity International, LLC, is a luxury real-estate development company pursuing vacation, second-home and leisure lifestyle products. Simplicity’s brand vision is to develop select, high-quality properties offering personalized experiences in environments that are both casual and elegant. Simplicity properties are fine examples of local architecture and craftsmanship and feature meticulously designed interiors with the highest-quality furnishings and fixtures.
Tamarind Cove is a $35 million development and the first of Simplicity’s exclusive EnclavesTM. The private community, with only ten beachfront homes, is situated in an intimate cove overlooking St. Kitts.
Suzanne Gordon is active in local preservation efforts on the island and is currently secretary of the board of directors of the Nevis Historical and Conservation Society. While living and working on Nevis, she is concurrently working on a master's degree in historic preservation from Goucher College in Towson, Md. Her studies are based on academic research on historic properties on Nevis. In addition to her real estate sales organization, she leads groups of volunteers to various Caribbean islands to do historic preservation-related projects.
“We are indeed fortunate to have Suzanne on our project team. She knows the island thoroughly and has a passionate understanding of its culture and its history. Her company represents the best real estate available on Nevis and we are proud to be in such good company,” said Jude Carrillo.
“Tamarind Cove offers a vacation opportunity which is unique to the island,” says Suzanne Gordon. “It is about two miles north of the Four Seasons Resort with its world-class spa, restaurants and a challenging Robert Trent Jones II golf course. The enclave is the island’s only waterfront site to enjoy a spacious single-family home with the amenities of an elite resort.”
The private homes occupy more than five acres skirting 550 feet of beachfront on the lush Caribbean island of Nevis. They are designed in the traditional Caribbean plantation style and are constructed to the highest quality standards. The community offers several exclusive resort amenities including a beach clubhouse, fitness center, tennis court and library lounge area. A resident caretaker is on site for security and services. With sales opportunities recently being offered to private clientele, construction of Simplicity’s Tamarind Cove will begin in Spring 2007. Completion is slated for December 2008.
TAMARIND COVE APPROACHES SALES LAUNCH
Simplicity International’s First Enclave is Located on Nevis
(KIMBERTON, PA) – January 3, 2007-- John M. Schopfer, Chief Executive and Principal Partner of Simplicity International, has announced the launch of Tamarind Cove, a $37 million development and the first of Simplicity’s exclusive Enclaves™. The private community, with only ten beachfront homes, is situated in an intimate cove overlooking St. Kitts. The residences, each four to five bedrooms with approximately 5,500 sq. ft. of living space, will average $3.7M.
Simplicity International is a real estate development company pursuing high-end resort, vacation, second-home and leisure lifestyle products. According to Schopfer, Simplicity is “committed to creating a boutique scale in all our projects to preserve privacy and character. ”
The private enclave occupies more than five acres skirting 550 feet of beachfront on the lush Caribbean island of Nevis. The homes are designed in the traditional Caribbean plantation style and are constructed to the highest quality standards. The community offers several private resort amenities including a beach clubhouse, fitness center, tennis court and library lounge area. A resident caretaker is on site for security and services.
John Schopfer says “Many Nevis residents call our cove ‘the best snorkeling on the island.’ We are about two miles north of the Four Seasons Resort which features a world-class spa, restaurants and a challenging Robert Trent Jones II golf course.”
Construction of Simplicity’s Tamarind Cove will begin in March 2007 and is scheduled for completion by December 2008.
According to Schopfer “Tamarind Cove is the first of its kind on Nevis. Our ten-villa community is the island’s only waterfront site to enjoy the privacy of a spacious single-family home with the amenities of an elite resort, all grounded in worry-free ownership. We call it ‘The Simple Life of Leisure.’
To that end, Simplicity takes care of all sales, legal, tax and registration requirements and offers complete interior design furnishing packages which can be customized to the buyer’s tastes.”
Simplicity International Names New Partner
Jude Carrillo Becomes Vice Chairman and President
(KIMBERTON, PA) – October 10, 2006--John M. Schopfer Chairman and Chief Executive of Simplicity, LLC has announced that Jude Carrillo has become a principle partner in the company. He will lead the implementation and expansion of the company’s core resort real estate brands.
Simplicity International is a real estate development company pursuing high-end resort, vacation, second-home and leisure lifestyle products.
Jude Carrillo has nearly twenty years of resort real estate and vacation ownership experience in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Mr. Carrillo enjoys a broad business experience in management at the project level as well as executive oversight in all areas of development with an emphasis on marketing and sales strategies in timeshare, private residence clubs and wholly owned resort products.
Most recently, Mr. Carrillo was an Executive Vice President for Vancouver, BC-based Intrawest Corporation in their Club Intrawest subsidiary. As well, he was VP, Sales and Marketing for Star Resorts and held senior management positions with Vacation International, Trendwest Resorts and other notable resort real estate companies.
Simplicity International’s initial product offerings are currently being developed for its Enclaves™ brands.
Simplicity’s Enclaves™ offer private and intimate developments of whole-owned homes in distinctive architectural style and casual elegance. Enclaves combine private ownership with an overlay of high quality amenities and custom services.
John Schopfer Announces Acquisition of Simplicity International
(KIMBERTON, PA) – August 2, 2006--John M. Schopfer, RRP, Managing Partner of CLUBworks International, LLC has announced that he has acquired Simplicity International, LLC and various other holdings under the Simplicity brand name. The move makes Schopfer Chief Executive and Principal Partner of Simplicity International with CLUBworks, a development services company, operating as one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries. Simplicity is a real estate development company pursuing resort, vacation, second-home and leisure lifestyle products for high-end consumers. Other subsidiaries of Simplicity International, LLC are Simplicity Holdings, LLC and Simplicity International West Indies, LLC.
Simplicity International’s initial product offerings are currently being developed for its Enclaves TM brand.
Schopfer, who initially brought Simplicity International to market in the Destination Club arena in March of 2005 as its President and COO reports that he was disappointed when a larger resort development group quickly ‘snapped up’ the growing entity last summer. However, (he) “was extremely pleased to acquire Simplicity when the opportunity presented itself this time around!”
The new “improved” Simplicity brand vision will continue to expand “The Simple Life of Leisure” initially conceived by the original company. The goal is to develop select properties and services that offer a personalized and exclusive experience of quality, comfort and style, set in an atmosphere of casual elegance.
Simplicity’s Enclaves™ offer private and intimate developments of whole-owned homes in distinctive architectural style and casual elegance. Enclaves™ combine private ownership with an overlay of high quality amenities and custom services.
During his career, Schopfer has worked with many outstanding resort ownership real estate companies in both domestic and international markets. His broad experience encompasses products representing the best of vacation clubs, private residence clubs and high-end private golf. His background includes work with RCI Europe, Pahio Resorts, Intrawest and Vacation Internationale. His focus on the private residence club began in 1998 when he founded Resort Capital Resources, Inc. and later CLUBworks International. These resort development services firms specialized in product development, financing, project start-up and the marketing and sales of high-end resort real estate and private clubs. Schopfer is an active leader in ARDA (American Resort Development Association) and his CLUBworks International is currently an ARDA Trustee Company.