Caribbean Coast
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Caribbean Coast 映灣園 is a multi-phase residential development of approximately 4.4 million sq. ft. located on Man Tung Road in Tung Chung, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China. It consists of 13 high-rise towers, 10 low-rise buildings and two large clubhouse, together with retail space, a kindergarten and youth center. The entire development overlooks the sea and Hong Kong International Airport and is set against a backdrop of leafy green mountains. The developers for this project are: 長江實業(集團)有限公司, Cheung Kong (Holdings) Limited, 和記黃埔有限公司,Hutchison Whampoa Limited, 地鐵公司 & MTR Corporation
The architect for this development is Hsin Yieh Architects & Engineers Ltd 興業建築師 and the landscape architect is Belt Collins HK Ltd.貝爾高林香港有限公司 .
[edit] High-rise Towers
There are 13 high-rise towers in total. Each phase has special names for their respective towers. All towers are about 170.0 m high and are 54 stories except for Tower 1 (which is only 164.0m and hold 52 stories), Tower 6 and Tower 16. Suites can range from 636 to 1,295 sq. ft. Floor-to-floor height measures up to 9 ft. 7 in. All units have balconies, except for those on 33rd floor and below in phase 1.
[edit] Phase 1 (Monterey Cove)
- Tower 1, Tower 2, Tower 3 and Tower 5
- Number of Units: 1552
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): December 2002
[edit] Phase 2 (Albany Cove)
- Tower 6, Tower 7 and Tower 8
- Number of Units: 1240
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): September 2004
[edit] Phase 3 (Carmel Cove)
- Tower 9, Tower 10, Tower 11 and Tower 12
- Number of Units: 1664
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): July 2005
[edit] Phase 4 (Crystal Cove)
- Tower 15 and Tower 16
- Number of Units: 824
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): September 2006
[edit] Townhouses (In Construction)
According to the latest amendment plan, a total of 56 houses will be built. Each house is 4-storey high and size from 3,000 sq ft to 3,800 sq ft each, attached with private ground garden. The original plan was to build 10 low-rise buildings as be part of Phase VI. The developer aims to repeat the success of the garden house in neighbor development, Le Bleu, in Coastal Skyline.
[edit] Clubhouse
The Clubhouse is divided into 5 main zones. The 5 theme colours, cobalt blue, mustard yellow, orange, red and green are chosen to reflect the festive mood of each of the zones. It also includes two beach environment outdoor swimming pools, extensive landscaped gardening and cascades to experience the tropical adventure.
- Bahamas
In this colbalt blue 'Bahamas' zone, it includes a gigantic cascade as tall as a 5-storey building. Intricate mosaic patterns, extensive use of Latin American details and tropical plants create a stong atmosphere of the Caribbean. The grandiose clubhouse lobby is reminiscent of the art deco architectural style in New York. Inside, one can pamper itself in the 25-meter Metropolitan Art-Deco indoor swimming pool, or dip into the Japanese spa featuring 5 different aroma therapeutical and mineral ingredients specially introduced by Caribbean Coast
- Barbados
In the mustard yellow zone of 'Barbados', it complements the large-scale cascades and rockworks, together with lush shrubs and bushes to create an exotic Latin American mood. Elaborate mosaic patterns, pineapple fountain and various bronze sculpture are all works of art.
- Bermuda
The 'Bermuda' green zone is filled with greenery. Outdoor facilities such as the children's playground and putting-green area are adorned with lush plants. The area also has a lawn of substantial size ideal for family-gathering and other special occasions.
- Jamaica
The resort-lifestyle is what the 'Jamaica' orange zone brings. The landscaped deck with 120-meter beach environment outdoor swimming pool and sliding pool are rare attractions in similar developments in Hong Kong. To unwind, there is also a 30-meter Roman Classical indoor swimming pool, rose garden and a 7-meter rock climbing area.
- Cayman
The 'Cayman' red zone is comprised of 10-blocks of deluxe low-rise residential buildings. The Caribbean mood is strngly reflected in the extensive cultivation of tropical plants and use of colourful mosaic pattens. Nearby are the putting green area and a model boat pool.
[edit] Caribbean Bazaar Shopping Arcade
Retail Floor Area : 4,996sq.m. Wet Market Floor Area: 508 sq.m
In 2005, the Lands Department issued a Waiver to allow the Wet Market to be combined as part of the supermarket.
Shops list: TBA
[edit] Kindergarten & Day Nursery Centre
Kindergarten area: 350 sq. m
[edit] Property Management
As the grantee of the lot, MTR Corporation retained as the property manager oversees the property management of the whole estate. With small number of MTRC managers and officers, the various services and functions of the operation in the property management are outsourced to other parties, as follows:
The security and guarding services are provided by Uniformity Security Co., Ltd, a group company of NWS Holdings Limited.
Lo's Cleaning is responsible for cleaning and hygiene services.
The shuttle bus services is offered by Man Lee Bus.
The operation of clubhouse is operated by a company of Goodwell Management, a group company of Cheung Kong
[edit] Construction
Foundations
- Main Contractor: Chun Wo Foundations Limited
- Date of Completion: October 2000
- Contract sum: HK$217,000,000
Phase 1 (Monterey Cove)
- Main Contractor: China Overseas
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): December 2002
- Declared Building Cost: HK$1,060,000,000
Phase 2 (Albany Cove)
- Main Contractor: Hong Kong Construction
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): September 2004
- Declared Building Cost: HK$975,000,000
- The works include the three level podium, from Tower 6 to Tower 16, for shopping arcade, car park and clubhouse.
Covered Walkway & Footbridge (Connecting Phase 1 and Phase 2)
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): April 2005
- Declared Building Cost: HK$32,000,000
Phase 3 (Carmel Cove)
- Main Contractor: Paul Y-ITC
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): July 2005
- Declared Building Cost: HK$679,700,000
Clubhouse (Jamaica)
- Main Contractor:
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): July 2006
- Declared Building Cost: HK$67,181,223
Phase 4 (Crystal Cove)
- Main Contractor: Paul Y-ITC
- Date of Completion (Occupation Permit): September 2006
- Declared Building Cost: HK$307,000,000
[edit] Surrounding Area
[edit] Transportation
Caribbean Coast is connected to every part of Hong Kong through comphrehensie transportation network. A free residents' shuttle service takes you to the Tung Chung MTR Station in few minutes., and the MTR Tung Chung Line can take you to Central in just 23 minutes.
CC Club for direct bus from Caribbean Coast to Central or TST (specific times only)
[edit] Neighbor Residential Estates in Tung Chung
- Coastal Skyline
- Seaview Creasent
- Tung Chung Creasent
- Yat Tung Estate
- Fu Tong Estate
[edit] Schools
There are two local schools in the area. Ho Yu College and Ho Yu School.
[edit] Shopping
- Fu Tung Shopping Centre
- Yat Tung Shopping Centre
- Citygate Outlet
- Hong Kong International Airport
Positioned at the heart of Tung Chung new town, Citygate provides a focal point to the town and is a bold new statement in retail and leisure. Jointly developed by Hong Kong's most highly-respected developers, it was constructed in the glass and steel style of the Hong Kong International Airport, contains 500,000 square feet (46,000 m²) of shopping, entertainment, and food outlets spread across five floors. Citygate offers an unrivalled environment of light and space, a place to shop, relax and enjoy life to the full. Enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee at an outdoor cafe, shop in some of Hong Kong's most popular stores or simply marvel at Citygate's unique location and amenities.
Yat Tung is a newer development; the first and second phase was completed in March 2001 and May 2002 respectively. It provides supermarkets, services, and a number of eating outlets.
