Property developer Grupo Mariana Family of Resorts has revealed a large masterplanned resort called the Seaside Mariana Spa & Golf Resort in Nicaragua.

The central American property will be located near the village of San Rafael Del Sur, around an hour’s drive from the capital Managua.

Covering 923 acres, the development will overlook a beach from which the land rises to the banks of the Tecolapa River, framed by the Sierra Mountains.

Amenities at the resort will include a destination spa, boutique hotel, private beach club and a museum.

There will also be a medical facility as part of the resort as well as a ‘town centre’ with shops, restaurants and cafes.

Grupo Mariana chair Kevin Fleming said: “We believe Nicaragua is now where Costa Rica was when it began to focus on tourism and development.”

Construction will begin in December 2009 with anticipated completion of the first phase – including the spa, residences and beach club – in December 2011.

Nicaragua is also part of the Central America Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) and is an active participant in the world economy. Details: seasidemariana.com