Seamless Ownership
Nestled in Indigo Bay on the Dutch side of St. Maarten, Vie L’Ven is a new luxury resort-residence project being built with an ease of ownership in mind. From legal structure to rental management, the systems behind the property are designed to be legible, streamlined, and easy to navigate from abroad.
There are no hoops to jump through. Foreigners can buy property in St. Maarten with the same ease as locals — no permits, no residency thresholds, no need to partner with someone on the island. You can take title in your own name or through a corporation, and you don’t need to fly in to sign anything. There are no penalties for being non-local, because there’s no distinction made in the first place.
As a constituent country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, St. Maarten operates under Dutch civil law — a system known for clarity, neutrality, and administrative rigor. Transactions on the Dutch side of St. Maarten are handled exclusively by civil-law notaries — licensed legal officers who act as neutral arbiters. They don’t represent either party; they represent the process itself. The notary verifies title, holds funds in escrow, prepares the deed, and registers the transfer. There are no side contracts, no third-party escrow firms, and no need for title insurance. Everything moves through one channel, in English, with government oversight baked in.
Transparent Costs
The holding costs don’t drag behind the deal as they are upfront and finite — a one-time transfer tax of 4%, plus notary fees around 1.5%. Most properties on St. Maarten are sold as freehold, meaning you own the land and the building outright. Title can be held personally or through a corporate structure, depending on your planning strategy. Either way, the government’s role ends at the closing table.
The luxury residences at Vie L’Ven are serviced by the same hospitality team that runs the hotel, ensuring consistent standards across private residences and guest suites. All housekeeping, repairs, utilities, and security are handled on-site. Owners who enroll in the rental program do so under a fixed agreement: The resort handles occupancy, collects payments, and coordinates guest logistics. Residences are treated as part of the operating inventory, with back-end systems in place to monitor usage, revenue, and maintenance. The result is a functioning asset that doesn’t need outside administration.
Elevated, Oceanfront Living
From its stone walkways to its rooflines, Vie L’Ven Luxury Resort & Residences stays light on the land. The buildings sit low, the materials come from local sources, and the island’s pace sets the rhythm. Owners can choose from five suite types — each with laundry and private outdoor space — and can opt into the resort’s rental program or keep the home entirely for themselves. Every residence is delivered turnkey, down to the furniture and lighting. The spa spans 30,000 square feet. The dock is private. The atmosphere is quiet. The result is a property that doesn’t ask much from you, but offers quite a bit in return. To find your perfect oceanfront residence, contact our sales team today.
