Rodney Bay, St Lucia
- PROPERTY TYPE
Restaurant
- SIZE
8,400 sq ft
780 sq m
Key features
- Prime Rodney Bay location
- High-visibility corner lot at major junction
- 19,905 sq ft freehold land
- 8,400 sq ft commercial building
- Dual highway access
- Tourism and commercial zoning
- Expansion potential for additional floors
- Walking distance to marina and amenities
- Established restaurant infrastructure
- Ideal for mixed-use or redevelopment
Description
Positioned at a highly visible junction at the gateway to Rodney Bay, this landmark freehold commercial property offers a rare opportunity in Saint Lucia's premier tourism and commercial hub.
Located at the intersection of the John Compton Highway and the Gros Islet Highway to Cap Estate, it benefits from exceptional exposure just moments from Rodney Bay Marina, luxury resorts, restaurants, and boutiques.
Property Overview
Land Area: 19,905 sq. ft. corner lot
Building Size: 8,400 sq. ft. (Ground + First Floor)
Construction: Steel frame and red brick
Year Built: 1996 (additional floor added 1999)
Zoning: Tourism / Commercial with existing planning approval for commercial/residential use
Access: Dual access from John Compton Highway and Gros Islet Highway
The Building: Purpose-Built for Hospitality and Growth
Currently home to the celebrated Keylargo Italian Restaurant, established in 1989, this 8,400 sq. ft. structure was designed with hospitality and leisure in mind.
The architecture balances elegance with function, featuring a full commercial kitchen, authentic brick wood-fired oven, a 40 ft bar, and expansive open-plan dining areas that blend indoor and outdoor experiences.
The top floor offers 4,200 sq. ft. of versatile open-plan space with Gerstung wood flooring, perfect for a boutique fitness studio, private event venue, executive offices, or an extension of the dining experience.
Investment Highlights
Strategic Corner Location
Prominent position at the junction of 1 Keylargo Way, La Retraite Road, adjoining the main Castries-Gros Islet corridor, ensuring maximum exposure and accessibility.
Expansion Potential
The steel structural framework was engineered to accommodate two additional floors, providing a significant vertical development opportunity.
Flexible Commercial Layout
Large uninterrupted floor plates
Open-plan upper level (approx. 4,200 sq. ft.)
Multiple entrances (front and rear)
Dedicated access road at the rear of the property
On-site patio and landscaped exterior areas
High-Traffic Tourism Zone
Located in the heart of Rodney Bay's commercial district:
Walking distance to marina, shops, restaurants, schools, and supermarkets
Views of Rodney Bay Marina and surrounding hills
Surrounded by residential, hospitality, and retail activity
Ideal For:
Corporate headquarters
Medical or wellness centre
Boutique hotel conversion
Mixed-use commercial/residential redevelopment
Educational or training facility
Fitness/lifestyle complex
Flagship retail showroom
Restaurant or entertainment venue
Existing Features
Architecturally designed insulated roof
Hurricane shutters & Caribbean louvred windows
Showers and bathroom facilities
Dedicated office and reception areas
Outdoor patio and garden space
Full highway frontage with excellent visibility
This is not merely an operating business - it is a substantial, structurally sound commercial asset with redevelopment upside in one of Saint Lucia's strongest performing micro-markets.
Serious inquiries invited.
Rodney Bay, St Lucia
NEAREST AIRPORTS
Distances are straight line measurements- Hewanorra(International)19.3 miles
Notes
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