By Martha Uniacke Breen
A chance encounter on a sailing vacation led to the discovery of an exclusive new resort development that just may be like nothing you’ve ever seen before.
Cayman Marshall sales representative Steve Haddock happened to be on vacation in the British Virgin Islands recently when he stumbled across something that was unlike anything he’d ever seen in Canada – or anywhere else in the world really, as he tells the story. He discovered a set of BVI villas.
“We were on a sailing trip with friends and staying at a yacht club near the BVI island of Virgin Gorda,” he recalls. “One day, we were laid up onshore because of high winds and decided to explore the island a bit. We turned a corner and came across this incredible vacation community of BVI villas.
BVI Villas: Harmony Between Nature and Design
“I was completely astonished at how beautiful it was,” he continues. “Here was this community of villas and homes featuring world-class architecture, stunning views and first-rate amenities and services for its residents. And the whole thing was designed with a strong sense of harmony with the environment of the British Virgin Islands, which is one of the world’s great unspoiled natural places.”
According to Steve, the amenities at this exclusive resort paradise are also impressive. There’s a private marina where residents can purchase a private boat slip. You have local shops and restaurants. There is a well-equipped wellness centre with a wide range of options from tennis and pickleball courts to a fitness centre. You get access to a spa, a nature centre, medical centre, and even a kid’s club.
BVI Villas of International Prestige
Sensing an opportunity, Steve immediately got in touch with the director of sales for the BVI villas development. He discovered that it’s the brainchild of an internationally renowned developer whose award-winning luxury communities are notable for their unique beauty, attention to detail, and emphasis on harmony with the land and its ecology. Many of these prestigious properties have received major recognition from international entities including the Urban Land Institute and others for their environmental excellence.
Impressed by Cayman’s expertise as a vacation property specialist in Muskoka and elsewhere, with value-added services such as our exclusive buyer qualifying services and premium-quality magazine, the developers decided to join forces with Cayman to offer selected properties in this exclusive BVI community to our clients.
“I was truly shocked that a place as sophisticated as this existed in the BVI; most properties here are more rustic,” Steve says. “But it still has that great casual lifestyle and friendliness you find in the BVI. There’s also a great golf cart and ATV road network that allows residents to travel around the Island.” In coming issues, we’ll be exploring in greater depth a few of the features that make this incredible community the perfect place to purchase or to reserve rental property for your next vacation. In the meantime, contact Steve Haddock and find out more about this unique slice of paradise, sparkling in the blue waters of the Caribbean.
Ocean Villa 2
Price: $6.95M
Size: 2,440 sq.ft.
Beds: 3
Highlights
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Floor to ceiling windows
- Modern, open floor plan concept
- Lock-off master bedroom creates additional rental flexibility
- Expansive outdoor deck space
- Infinity plunge pool
- Ocean deck offers direct access to the Caribbean Sea
- Offered fully furnished
Positioned right at the water’s edge with zero setback, Ocean Villa 2 is a luxury ocean front property unlike any other across the Caribbean. This three-bedroom, developer-designed home owns a staggering 120 feet of ocean frontage, meaning each and every living space has an uninterrupted sea view. Floor to ceiling glass doors and windows frame endless ocean views and open up onto an expansive overwater deck and sparkling infinity swimming pool
The Beach House
Price: $19.5M
Size: 5,807 sq.ft.
Beds: 6
Highlights
- 6.5 bathrooms
- Grand atrium entry
- 2 primary suites
- Infinity pool
- Fire pit
- Beachfront
One of the premier pieces of real estate in Virgin Gorda is this striking six-bedroom beachfront villa. Allowing you to escape in style while being mere steps from the sparkling waters of the Caribbean Sea, The Beach House has everything you desire in a luxury home. From the grand atrium entrance with a reflection pool to the chic interior living space including a gourmet kitchen and private study, The Beach House embodies all the easygoing ambiance that every oceanfront home should, while elegantly evading the clichés.
MoneyPenny: Classy, Private and Beautiful
Price: $3.75M
Size: 1,401 sq.ft.
Beds: 2
Highlights
- 2 full and 1 half bathroom
- Bay and ocean views
- 2 king suites
- Soaking tub in master suite
- Owners lock off closet
- Plunge pool
- Expansive deck for dining and lounging
- Walking distance to marina and village
A beautifully appointed, turnkey villa with 180-degree ocean and neighbouring island views! Perfect in its positioning, this two-bedroom private island villa offers effortless access to the community’s vibrant Marina Village with its boutique shopping and al fresco dining, as well as the privacy and peace afforded by its elevated, cul-de-sac location.
Homesite: EL12
exceptional piece of real estate Able to accommodate several separate compounds: ideally suited to a multi-generational family who values quality time together and absolute privacy
Price: $29.5M
Size: 27.82 acres
Highlights
- 360-degree ocean views
- Ideal for multiple dwellings
- Incredible sunrises and sunsets
- Extreme privacy
- Gentle topography allows for easy construction
Hidden amongst the island’s undulating hills, this community’s summit estate lots maximize privacy and provide the perfect platform for bold, breathtaking living spaces. Estate Home Site 12 is magnificent, spanning nearly 28 acres with 360-degree views of untouched reef, Caribbean Sea, neighbouring islands and the entire community.
E12: Luxurious and private vacations in BVI villas
This exceptional piece of real estate is boundless in its views and unrivaled in its seclusion. Able to accommodate several separate compounds, it is ideally suited to a multi-generational family who values quality time together and absolute privacy.
Estate Home Site 12 is situated at the highest point of the development, and features gentle slopes and flat terrain for creating your masterpiece. Watch the sun rise over the heart of the bay and breathtaking point beyond, and set over the deep blue waters of the coveted North Sound. Enjoy effortless access to first-class amenities just moments away from your exclusive private island retreat. It’s luxury island living at its absolute best.
