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Retreat property development: procurement checklist
A procurement checklist for developing a retreat property: land, phasing, buildings, services, furnishings, operations readiness and the records to keep.
Procuring a retreat property goes best in layers: settle the land and services, define the building packages, order long-lead items against a schedule, then equip and furnish for operation. This checklist follows that order. Use it as a prompt list for your own team; it makes no claims about particular properties or prices.
Layer 1: land, permits and services
- Title, land use and permitted activities (accommodation, events, wellness, food service).
- Environmental assessments and any restrictions on clearing, water use or waste.
- Capacity of power, water and wastewater, or the plan for on-site systems.
- Access road quality in the wet season, and delivery limits for large vehicles.
Layer 2: building packages
| Package | Procurement note |
|---|---|
| Guest accommodation | Repeated types can be built in a factory; see modular villas planning |
| Practice and wellness spaces | See modular wellness spaces |
| Kitchen and dining | Equipment lead times and ventilation needs drive the design |
| Staff housing and back-of-house | Often forgotten; plan them early |
| Pathways and landscape | Drainage and lighting need coordination |
Layer 3: schedule and sourcing
Build a schedule backwards from opening. Identify items from abroad, custom pieces and equipment needing commissioning. Use long-lead planning and the supplier due diligence checklist before you pay deposits. Compare materials from different routes on delivered cost (method).
Layer 4: logistics
Remote sites need a storage plan, security for materials, a way to handle damage claims and a realistic view of how many deliveries the road and neighbours can take. The logistics plan guide is a good starting point.
Layer 5: equipment, furnishing and readiness
- Furniture, linen, kitchen and practice equipment, with delivery after the building is clean and dry.
- Spare parts and maintenance contracts.
- Safety systems tested and signed off before guests arrive.
- Training manuals and warranty files for operating staff.
Records to keep
For each package: the specification, the quotes received, the award reasoning, the contract, change orders, delivery records and warranties. File them as in organizing product documentation.
Public information on operators and suppliers
If your project involves a retreat operator or construction partner, read what each says on its own site, such as lionsgateretreats.com or doi.global, and confirm the scope of any arrangement in writing with the parties themselves.
Questions people ask
What makes a retreat different from a hotel build?
Retreats usually combine accommodation with practice, dining and outdoor spaces in a setting that is often remote, so services and logistics need more attention.
What should be bought first?
Whatever has the longest lead time or constrains the design, typically site studies, utilities capacity and major building packages.
Can procurement be phased?
Yes. Define what each phase must include to open safely, then order accordingly.
Does this page cover business plans?
No. It covers construction and procurement only.
Sources and further reading
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