Dreaming of a far-off paradise that is the epitome of luxury and seclusion? Look no further! Unwrap the “Gift of Privacy” with our secluded mansions and island havens. We will provide all the information you need to experience absolute privacy and opulence in some of the most stunning, remote destinations. So pack your bags and prepare for an adventure like no other as we explore all the sights, sounds, culture, and hospitality these hidden gems offer.
Key Takeaways
- Discover luxury and seclusion with Christie's International Real Estate's exclusive private island and waterfront properties.
- Roberts Cay in the Bahamas offers unparalleled privacy and natural beauty with its lush vegetation, pristine beaches, and ideal snorkeling spots.
- Illawarra House in Albany, Nassau, blends island elegance with modern luxury. It features expansive living spaces, a spa, and stunning beachfront views.
- The Ritz-Carlton residences in Grand Cayman epitomize beachfront luxury with expansive terraces, private elevators, and access to world-class amenities.
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Roberts Cay
Roberts Cay, often considered the most secluded house in the world, is a gem situated in the northern chain of the Exuma Cays in the Bahamas. It epitomizes tranquility and exclusivity. This 12-acre paradise boasts lush green vegetation, two pristine white sandy beaches, and a protected harbor. With an elevation of approximately 32 feet, it offers breathtaking views and a serene escape from the bustling world.
Location: Secluded Bahamian Jewel
Roberts Cay is approximately 28 miles southeast of Nassau, half a mile south of Ship Channel Cay. It's conveniently close to Norman's and Highbourne Cay, making it an accessible yet secluded haven. The island is surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters, creating a picturesque setting that's both inviting and awe-inspiring.
Nature’s Design: Natural Oasis Canvas
The island's natural beauty offers a blank canvas for creating a personal oasis. The lush vegetation and elevation provide ample opportunity for designing a residence or retreat that harmonizes with the stunning natural surroundings.
Amenities: Aquatic Paradise Found
The island's two white sandy beaches and protected harbor, elements of the most secluded house in the world, are perfect for various water activities. The clear waters around Roberts Cay are ideal for snorkeling, especially on the harbor side, and deep-sea fishing off the Eastern Side of the Cay. These natural amenities offer endless possibilities for relaxation and adventure.
Price: $10,000,000.
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Illawarra House
The Illawarra House is a bespoke beachfront residence located within the prestigious Albany community in Nassau, Bahamas. This extraordinary property is a masterpiece of design and luxury, offering a unique blend of elegance and island charm. It features a main house, guest home, staff quarters, and a three-car garage, all set amidst expansive outdoor living spaces, dining areas, and a luxurious pool.
Location: Serene Nassau Sanctuary
In Albany, Nassau, and Paradise Island, Bahamas, Illawarra House is part of a sprawling 600-acre luxury community. This location is renowned for its stunning beachfront views, serene environment, and proximity to various amenities, making it a coveted destination for those seeking an exclusive lifestyle.
Design: Chic Island Elegance
Illawarra House boasts an island-chic ambiance that complements its stunning beachfront location. The property includes a state-of-the-art kitchen, entertainment room, spa, sauna, and ice bath. The design harmoniously integrates indoor and outdoor living, with multiple dining areas set against breathtaking outdoor vistas.
Amenities: Opulent Coastal Living
The property features 7 bedrooms and 7 ½ bathrooms, a guest home with 2 bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a living area overlooking the pool. Amenities include central air conditioning, a fenced yard, a fireplace, furnished interiors, an island, a spa, a swimming pool, a generator, security, and concierge services.
Price: $65,000,000
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Luxury Waterfront Villas - Dalmatia
These luxury waterfront villas in Dalmatia represent the pinnacle of coastal living. Nestled in one of the most attractive destinations in the Adriatic, these villas are a testament to modern design and luxury. Their proximity to the UNESCO-protected city, prestigious marinas, and national parks offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty.
Location: Historic Trogir Gem
Located in Trogir, Dalmatia, Croatia, these villas are less than 10 km from the nearest airport, offering easy access to most European cities. The region is known for its stunning coastline, historical significance, and vibrant cultural scene.
Design: Modern Coastal Elegance
Each villa spans four levels, including a basement, ground floor, first floor, and second floor, connected by a private elevator and internal staircase. They feature a modern design with high-quality finishes and materials, including American walnut parquet, limestone stairs, and Schuco Panorama windows and doors. The design emphasizes luxurious living with breathtaking sea views.
Amenities: Exquisite Villa Indulgence
The villas boast a range of amenities, including a spacious gym, home cinema, sauna, laundry room, storage, machine room, open space living room with dining area and fully equipped kitchen, alfresco dining area with summer kitchen, infinity heated pool, lounge area with sea view, master bedroom with self-standing bathtub, en suite bathrooms, and balconies with heated jacuzzi whirlpool tubs.
Price: priced between €2,500,000 and €3,000,000
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Canal Front Home in Port New Providence MLS 52575
Located in the exclusive gated community of Port New Providence in Yamacraw, Nassau, and Paradise Island, Bahamas, this canal-front home is a serene oasis. Perfectly positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on a small peninsula, it offers some of the most breathtaking water views in the community. With approximately 300 ft. of canal frontage, this property is a dream for boating enthusiasts.
Location: Exclusive Nassau Retreat
This family home is in Port New Providence, a prestigious gated community in Yamacraw, Nassau, and Paradise Island, Bahamas. The location is ideal for those seeking a tranquil waterfront lifestyle while being close to Nassau's amenities and vibrant culture.
Design: Harmonious Coastal Elegance
The home spans 5,460 sq ft and is designed to maximize the unobstructed water views. It features a spacious entryway leading to a large kitchen, dining, and family room. The property's design and architecture are focused on blending indoor comfort with outdoor beauty, creating a harmonious living space.
Amenities: Luxurious Island Comfort
The property boasts 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Amenities include a 2-car garage, pantry, laundry, a covered deck leading out to the pool, patio, lushly landscaped gardens, a spacious master bedroom with en-suite bath and large walk-in closet, a bar/library, and a large living area with another covered outdoor patio space. It includes a backup generator, hurricane windows and shutters, and a swimming pool.
Price: $1,950,000
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Residence #612: The Ritz-Carlton
Residence #612 at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, symbolizes luxury and exclusivity. This 7,225-square-foot residence, one of the development's largest and most recently renovated, offers unobstructed views of the Caribbean Sea. It blends privacy, luxury, and a contemporary Caribbean lifestyle.
Location: Seven Mile Splendor
This exquisite residence is in Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. Known for its stunning beaches and crystal-clear waters, Seven Mile Beach is a premier destination for luxury living and offers a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure.
Design: Contemporary Ocean Elegance
Residence #612 features a contemporary design with a soft neutral palette and elements of blue complementing the sea. The interior is mindfully private and features spectacular finishings. The multiple living areas lead to a large terrace with stunning views, perfect for entertaining.
Amenities: Oceanview Luxe Living
The residence boasts four spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms. It includes a large foyer, an open-plan layout connecting the living, dining, and kitchen spaces, a master suite with a spa-like bathroom, and a large closet space. The property has a private elevator, and each bedroom offers ocean views and private patios.
Price: $19,995,000
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Residence #605: The Ritz-Carlton
Residence #605 at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, is a testament to unparalleled luxury and exclusivity. As the largest residence at the resort, spanning 9,280 square feet, it offers a unique blend of privacy and grandeur. This residence in the South Tower is mindfully private, providing a world-class interior space with six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and unobstructed panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea.
Location: Beachfront Luxury Haven
This prestigious residence is in Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. Seven Mile Beach is renowned for its stunning white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters, making it a premier destination for luxury living.
Design: Elegant Seaside Grandeur
Residence #605 features an open-plan living area and terrace with breathtaking views of the turquoise waters, perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The interior is designed to offer a world-class experience, with two large master suites on either side of the residence, each boasting a private terrace with ocean views and generous spa-like bathrooms.
Amenities: Exquisite Resort Extravagance
The residence offers unparalleled amenities, including multiple expansive balconies with panoramic sea views, a private rooftop sunset terrace, access to the exceptional La Prairie Spa, five world-class restaurants, two resort swimming pools, a Greg Norman-designed 9-hole golf course, and luxury retail outlets.
Price: $22,995,000
Property Overview
Below is a comprehensive summary of the aforementioned properties:
|
Name of Property |
Address and Location |
Facilities |
Amenities Near or Around |
Price |
|
Roberts Cay |
Northern chain of the Exuma Cays, Bahamas, 28 miles SE of Nassau |
12-acre island with lush vegetation, two sandy beaches, protected harbor, ideal for snorkeling and deep-sea fishing |
Secluded but accessible to nearby Cays |
$10,000,000 |
|
Illawarra House |
Albany, Nassau and Paradise Island, Bahamas |
Main house, guest home, staff quarters, 3-car garage, kitchen, entertainment room, spa, sauna, ice bath, 7 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, guest home with 2 bedrooms, pool |
Part of a 600-acre luxury community beachfront views, close to Nassau amenities |
$65,000,000 |
|
Luxury Waterfront Villas - Dalmatia |
Trogir, Dalmatia, Croatia |
Modern design, four levels, private elevator, high-quality finishes, gym, home cinema, sauna, laundry, kitchen, infinity pool, balconies with jacuzzi, master bedroom with self-standing bath |
Close to historic Trogir, marinas, national parks |
€2,500,000 - €3,000,000 |
|
Canal Front Home in Port New Providence |
Port New Providence, Yamacraw, Nassau, Bahamas |
5,460 sq ft home, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2-car garage, pantry, laundry, pool, patio, gardens, master bedroom with en-suite bath, large living area, hurricane windows and shutters |
Located in a gated community, waterfront lifestyle, close to Nassau |
$1,950,000 |
|
Residence #612: The Ritz-Carlton |
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands |
7,225 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large terrace, private elevator, ocean views, living, dining, kitchen spaces, master suite with spa-like bathroom |
Beachfront location, access to La Prairie Spa, restaurants, golf course, retail outlets |
$19,995,000 |
|
Residence #605: The Ritz-Carlton |
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands |
9,280 sq ft, 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, expansive balconies, rooftop sunset terrace, two master suites with private terraces and bathrooms, living area, terrace |
Beachfront location, access to La Prairie Spa, restaurants, pools, golf course, retail outlets |
$22,995,000 |
Conclusion
Unwrapping the gift of privacy means exploring the most secluded houses in the world, where tranquility and opulence intertwine, creating sanctuaries that redefine the essence of exclusive living. These hidden gems embody the pinnacle of tranquility and opulence, from private islands in the Bahamas to stunning waterfront villas in Dalmatia and luxurious residences in Grand Cayman. These island havens are not just homes but gateways to a life of unparalleled privacy and elegance.
Through Christie's International Real Estate, we provide access to these extraordinary real estate properties, each representing a different facet of paradise. With Christie's esteemed reputation and global reach, acquiring such rare and secluded luxury properties becomes an experience. We understand it's not merely about finding a place to live; it's about discovering a haven that resonates with our clients' desire for tranquility, beauty, and an unspoiled connection with nature.
Wanting that personal sanctuary where the world's hustle fades into the serene rhythms of an exclusive, private paradise? Contact us today to embark on your journey to unparalleled luxury and privacy.
FAQs
What is the process for purchasing a private island like Roberts Cay?
Purchasing a private island involves several steps, including a thorough inspection of the property, obtaining necessary legal clearances, arranging financing, and possibly hiring a local real estate agent or attorney to navigate the complexities of local property laws and regulations.
Are there any restrictions on foreigners owning property in the Bahamas or Grand Cayman?
While foreigners can generally own property in both the Bahamas and Grand Cayman, there may be certain regulations and approvals required. In the Bahamas, foreign buyers must register their purchase with the Investments Board, while in Grand Cayman, there are no restrictions on foreign ownership. Still, buyers should consult a local lawyer to understand all legal requirements.
How do property taxes and maintenance costs differ between these luxury properties?
Property taxes and maintenance costs can vary significantly based on the location and type of property. For example, the Bahamas typically has low property tax rates but higher maintenance costs for private islands due to their remote nature. In contrast, properties in Grand Cayman might have higher property taxes but potentially lower maintenance costs due to more readily available services and infrastructure.
Buyers should conduct detailed research and budget for ongoing costs when considering these luxury investments.
