Launching
Seasons Residences
Pongwe, Zanzibar
Repositioning a 15-year boutique lodge into 47 beachfront residences.
Seasons Residences transforms the site of the former Seasons Lodge on Zanzibar's east coast into a professionally managed residential community.
The development retains guaranteed beach access and ocean views through the adjacent lodge operation while adding 47 residences: Studios, two-bedroom, three-bedroom and penthouses.
This is the first project built to Leisuredential standards — a model we developed for coastal ownership that balances personal use with rental participation and professional management.
Project Details
| Location | Pongwe Beach, Zanzibar |
|---|---|
| Site | 2.47 hectares |
| Scale | 47 residences |
| Configuration | Studios, 2-bed, 3-bed, penthouses |
| Status | Pre-construction |
| Construction | October 2026 |
| Completion | Q4 2028 |
Our Role
Ubunifu is principal developer — concept through delivery:
- Site repositioning strategy and feasibility
- Architectural brief and design management
- Regulatory approvals (ESIA, ZIPA, permits)
- Contractor procurement and construction oversight
- Sales strategy and go-to-market
- Operator structure for post-completion management
The Model
Seasons is structured for owners who want coastal property without operating complexity:
- Guaranteed annual personal use
- Rental pool participation when not in residence
- Professional property and rental management
- Resort-standard amenities included
- ZIPA-approved for foreign ownership
This ownership model — what we call Leisuredential — was developed specifically for this project and will inform future developments in the portfolio.