Unique in Belgium: Redevelopment project for sale with permanent residence, surrounded by water and featuring an underground fortress.
Features
This exceptional recreational estate, situated atop a historic World War I fort in the Mechelen region (2800), offers a unique investment opportunity through the acquisition of shares in a public limited company. With a total area of approximately 12 hectares (+ 2–3 hectares of fort), of which about 40% is water, this estate combines nature, decommissioned heritage, and commercial potential in a rare way.
Entry is via the purchase of a minimum of 20% of the shares, at €48,000 per percentage point. The company is completely debt-free, ensuring a transparent and efficient investment. All generated income is strategically reinvested with a view to maximizing the overall value appreciation, which, in its current state, is projected to double over a 19-year period.
The estate currently generates stable annual rental income, which could increase significantly due to ongoing renovations. In addition, there are additional revenue streams from exclusive events, film and television shoots, and organized visitor experiences.
The operational possibilities are highly flexible. New shareholders can be actively involved in management, project management, or day-to-day operations. Furthermore, the estate features a unique underground structure spanning approximately 3 hectares, part of which is usable, offering additional development potential.
Thanks to its strategic location between Brussels and Antwerp, its extensive area, and its distinctive setting, there are numerous growth opportunities, including hospitality, glamping or eco-lodges, premium short-stay accommodations, and further expansion of events and leisure activities.
With an indicative land value of approximately €40/m² and a strong combination of existing income and future potential, this opportunity is aimed at investors seeking a playful and versatile real estate project in Belgium.
Unique location: A recreational area of approximately 12 hectares on a historic World War I fort near Mechelen (2800), with excellent connections to Brussels and Antwerp and a high mobility score
Virtually debt-free
Stable existing rental income in addition to variable income of approximately 130,000 euros/year
Significant growth potential: Following renovation, annual fixed rental income of approximately €200,000 to €300,000 is expected (project currently underway)
Diverse revenue streams: From events, private gatherings, television and film shoots, guided tours, and visitor experiences
40% water surface area: Approximately 4.8 hectares of water make the site particularly attractive for recreation, events, and leisure development
Underground structure: 3 hectares of underground fortifications, partially usable → additional development potential
Flexible operation: Management, project management, or site supervision can be handled by the new owner
Versatile development potential: Opportunities for hospitality, glamping, houseboats, premium vacation rentals, short-stay accommodations, and more events.
Affordable entry point: Minimum purchase is 20% of the shares at €48,000 per share
Reinvestment of profits: All income is reinvested to generate value appreciation unless otherwise agreed
Land value: ± €40/m², which is very competitive for this region
A rare combination: Nature, returns, and development potential all in one unique property
- Suitable for high-end investors: Ideal for those seeking a versatile recreation and leisure estate in Belgium that is future-proof and unique.
- Location
- Sint-Katelijne-Waver
- Area
- 120000m2
- Year of construction
- 1910
- Company included
- No
- Translated from
- Dutch
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