Montage Residences, founded by Alan J. Fuerstman in 2002, is an ultra-luxury residential community under the Montage Hotels & Resorts umbrella intended to help affluent homeowners find desirable properties. A newer luxury brand within Montage international, Pendry Residences shares a similar goal, revealing residential offerings at the Pendry Hotel and Resorts to buyers. Pendry Residences are currently located in West Hollywood, California and Park City, Utah, with three more developments underway.

Their image revolves around providing residents with an authentic and customizable experience. On their website Montage boasts, “each Montage Residence has been designed and artfully constructed to create a sophisticated yet relaxed sanctuary catering to each Resident’s personal desires and distinctive tastes.”

After a sales boom resulting in a record year of $850 million in branded residential sales, Montage Residences and Pendry Residences are setting their sights on South Florida to target the area’s growing demand. The brand opened its South Florida Flagship Residential Sales Gallery, located on Las Olas Boulevard, in October of 2021 to help facilitate both domestic and international real estate sales. Florida isn’t the only area Montage is honing in on; they have announced many upcoming and newly opened projects across the country and beyond.

Photo Credit: Pendry Residences West Hollywood

“We recognized remarkable growth of our branded residential business within all key metrics. Included within these 190 real estate transactions, we also recognized significant premiums with our average sales price in excess of $4.5 million at over $1,500 per square foot. Records were shattered around metrics not only in a pre-sale and developer environment but staggering appreciation within the resale sector within our respective markets,” said Tina Necrason, executive vice president of residential, Montage International. “We are continuing to see demand trends for branded residences as buyers are seeking a fully-serviced lifestyle, amenities, privacy, and security within some of the most sought-after destinations for their families to enjoy for generations”.

Montage and Pendry Residence’s sizeable growth has opened up more development opportunities, so they have a lot of unique properties in the works to continue to add to their portfolio. One of Montage’s most prominent projects is their Bahamas property, The Residences at Montage Cay. This development is set to debut in 2024 and will be the brand’s first private island and Caribbean development.

Other properties currently under development include the Pendry Residences of Tampa, located in the bustling downtown Riverwalk area, and The Pendry Residence in Natirar, located just an hour outside of New York City and is nearly sold out of Phase I. The Tampa location has received a considerable amount of attention as well. Despite being the brand’s newest edition, they amassed over $25 million in presales within the first 30 days of announcing the development.

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Silvina Andrews presents

COVE is Palm Cay’s ultimate beachfront property. Nestled on the South Eastern Point of New Providence in The Bahamas and standing at the gateway to The Caribbean.

Unmatched panoramic views, luxurious surroundings, the beauty of the ocean, and private terraces make The Cove a paradise for travelers, adventurers, and homemakers.

Address: Palm Cay, Nassau, Bahamas

Photo Credit: Palm Cay

For more information, please contact Silvina Andrews at 242-424-1643 or silvina.andrews@evrealestate.com

Silvina Andrews is the exclusive agent representing the Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Many Millenials believe that they will never be able to afford to buy a home. Do you agree? What advice do you have for Millenials and Gen Z homebuyers? 

Silvina Andrews - In the Bahamas, the real estate market is booming. Private sellers and developers are moving their inventory like never before. The Bahamas is beautifully positioned as a close neighbor to the east coast of the US and also has many direct flights to major cities all over the world. There are many incentives for residents choosing a permanent residence or second home in the Bahamas. I would advise prospective buyers to move quickly as inventory is barely keeping up with the demand.

Tim Fenton of Blue Zone Realty International, - The market in Costa Rica has never been hotter than it has been this year. In fact, our sales are nearly 4 times greater than the previous year. My advice to those looking to buy in Costa Rica is to get in touch with one of our award-winning agents today and provide them with your wish list. Do not wait for new listings to appear on the website, or it may be too late. With the list in hand, our agents will set alerts for new listings, and get in touch with you immediately with an overview of the property, and we can schedule a virtual visit for you from the comfort of your home. There has never been a better time to live your best life, in Costa Rica. 

Darlene Streit - It is a challenging time right now with low inventory, and with Millennials and Gen Z home buyers competing for the same smaller homes with new retirees who want to downsize. The demand is unprecedented, especially given that so many people are moving and also looking to buy. But the market is cyclical, and as we've seen with Covid, things can change unexpectedly. I would advise younger buyers to continue saving up their down payments and get pre-qualified so that they can move quickly when properties become available. With low mortgage rates, homeownership is still an excellent way to build wealth and is less expensive than renting in many cases. Also, now that so many people are able to work from home, Millennials and Gen Z home buyers have the advantage of relocating to smaller cities and towns, where there may be more affordable options. The landscape is changing, and today's smaller locales may become the next hot, upcoming place to live.

Daniel L. Maya - Yes 100%. I would say find 2 or 3 subdivisions that you want to move to and find the sub-divisions that have the highest turnover rate which may give you the biggest bargaining power. I would also say look for homes that have been in the market for a long time and try to sell if priced too high. Then use this data to sell if your realtor can use this as a good negotiating point.

Tom Day, Day Palazola Group - I have been a realtor for over 32 years and I have heard this many times. The market always seems to change to make it possible for young people to buy a home. I have experienced interest rates over 15% and we are not even close to that. Young people were still able to buy homes then and eventually refinance. Cutting out the new buyer market in the real estate and building industries would have an incredibly negative effect on our economy. We as Americans always seem to rise to new heights and I am sure that will happen again.

Amy Land-de Wilde - It was not as frequently that we saw Millennials and Gen-Zers purchasing property in US Virgin Islands who come from the states. However, lately with the increase of employers transitioning to remote working positions and closing their brick and mortar operations, we have seen a huge uptick in younger buyers setting their sights on the US Virgin Islands, specifically on St. Croix where the dollar goes further than on other Caribbean islands. What was once a dream that many believed was only available to second-home buyers or buyers heading into retirement, has become a possibility for younger generations who still need to work. Additionally, many individuals in these two generations are dabbling in investing from stocks to real estate, specifically vacation-rental properties, and what better place than St. Croix, in the US Virgin Islands!?

Combining their remote job positions with investing in vacation rentals in the US Virgin Islands, gives these Millennials and Gen-Zers the possibility to be nomadic while keeping a steady job with good income and making a profit or offsetting their expenses on a beautiful property in the Caribbean.

My advice, get started! Start looking, researching, and hiring a Realtor. It’s easier than you think to purchase a property and having a great Realtor is the key, especially if you are searching for a property out of state, or in our case, on an island! Since we are a US territory, we benefit from the low US interest rates and government programs such as VA and FHA on some properties, making the down payment little to none and making it easier and less costly to purchase.

Keep in mind that if you intend on purchasing a property as an investment you should budget for at least 25% down. Determine how you would like to finance your purchase and if you need to get a mortgage, then have your Realtor put you in contact with some local lenders. This should be one of the first steps along with hiring your Realtor so you know what steps you need to take beforehand to ensure you qualify and for how much so you can focus your search within your price bracket.

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Steve Nassar - No, I definitely don’t believe this to be true for Millennials or Gen Z, or for any other generations for that matter. I do understand the concern as they’ve seen home prices continue to rise throughout their lifetime – even more so with how rapidly they’ve increased in the last couple of years – but like with anything else, this is a constant ebb and flow. What goes up must come down again – and where that doesn’t take effect, there’s an all-too-often forgotten balance that comes from a comparable increase in salaries and income as they advance in their careers. For this reason and others, I see it as more of a fear of the unknown. My team and I sell hundreds of homes each year and help homebuyers (and sellers!) of all ages – there is truly no obstacle too great if one has the right level of determination.

My advice for our younger generations would be this: homebuying is no more out of reach for you than it has been for any generation that preceded you. Michael Jordan once said, “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” Work hard, save your money, set goals, and constantly work toward them. You’ll be living the dream of homeownership in due time.

Adam Betta, DiMaggio & Betta Group - The idea that the Millennial and GenZ demographic are being priced out of the housing market is a fallacy. It's the same idea that this demographic spends all their money at Starbucks. While housing prices have surged in the past few years that appreciation can be attributed to low inventory. One aspect to consider is the boomer demographic and the multiple residential properties they own. These homes will be a flood of inventory in the near future as they sell their primary residence, second and third homes, and investment properties. Millennial and GenZ potential homeowners need to consider how they can start to build wealth by buying real estate. There are low down-payment loans available, gift money from parents, and combining resources with other potential buyers. Like all buyers, they will need to consider size, price, and location. Maybe a smaller starter home or multi-unit building or a different location than where they currently reside. Find a qualified real estate agent who knows the market, be willing to make some improvements, and work your way up. Whether that means purchasing a small condominium or a small home, the goal is to just get into the market. 

Abigail Davis, Corcoran Reverie - 'Live who you are' is not restricted to any specific age group, and Millennials need to know! Being within this age group myself, it is beyond rewarding to assist these individuals in their home buying process. My best advice is to begin by speaking with Realtor® in your area. They will connect you with local lenders that can give you an idea of available loan options for you, what your budget/savings will need to look like, and prepare you for the process. Then, get pre-approved! Learn what homes you can fall in love with and get an idea of what you may want to put down on the home. Then re-evaluate your budget/savings, maybe this means less eating out so you can invest in your future but it is beyond worth it!

Elise Larrabure Girasole - Taking into consideration the cost of monthly rent and with interest rates still low the math makes sense to purchase a home.

We're definitely seeing this happening in NYC with the average monthly rental being around $5,000.00 and a shortage of rentals, Millenials have figured it out and are purchasing before inflation, and interest rates will most likely increase. So much nicer to establish roots and make your home your own "home sweet home".

Nick Salter, Salter Group - I think many people look at the price tags and make the assumption it's unattainable without exploring all of their options. In reality, housing is still very affordable for most Americans. This directly correlates with the drive in the increase of home prices. The National Association of Realtors affordability index takes three key metrics- home prices, mortgage rates, and wages- and boils them down into a single number. This number tells us if the "average joe" can afford a home. When this affordability number drops too low, it means the average American cannot afford to buy. That often forewarns a housing bust. Affordability has dipped from generational highs in the past few years. Forbes recently reported this number is still well above the 30-year average. Writing this as a millennial, I don't think it is going to be impossible for our age groups to afford to buy a home. If it is a goal of yours, get in touch with a professional who can assist with making a plan of action. Start saving and keep watch for changes in interest rates.

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Silvina Andrews presents

This stunning home achieves informal elegance by uniting a modern design aesthetic with ultra-high-end Italian craftsmanship. The main house, covered living areas, and double garage, together with the guest cottage, total 10,195 sq ft. They are positioned on more than half an acre of tropically landscaped grounds that span from canal to canal on Fincastle Island. The ground floor of the main house boasts a spacious sunlit living area, Boffi kitchen, walk-in pantry, powder room, office, and guest bedroom. A white oak staircase leads up to a primary bedroom and spa-like bathroom, a separate dressing room with a laundry chute, and two additional bedrooms. There's an outdoor kitchen and dining cabana by the pool, and a gazebo overlooking the canal. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom guest cottage has 70' on the canal with a dock and lift providing a safe haven for a boat from which to explore the other islands. Families will appreciate having an IB school within 1km. Old Fort Bay is a private, gated, beach-front community with a tennis court, playground, and historic clubhouse (membership required).

Address: Old Fort Bay, Nassau, The Bahamas

Photo Credit: Claire Thackary

For more information, please contact Silvina Andrews at 242-424-1643 or silvina.andrews@evrealestate.com

Silvina Andrews is the exclusive agent representing the Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Silvina Andrews presents

This fabulous home is located in the highly desirable community of Ocean Club Estates in Paradise Island and is perfectly situated to enjoy expansive views of the golf course and the ocean beyond. This masterfully designed property provides the perfect blend of casual and formal elegance with comfortable rooms for family and grand indoor and outdoor areas for entertaining.

Address: Ocean Club Estates, Paradise Island, Nassau, Bahamas

Photo Credit: Four Seasons House

For more information, please contact Silvina Andrews at 242-424-1643 or silvina.andrews@evrealestate.com

Silvina Andrews is the exclusive agent representing the Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Silvina Andrews presents

ONE Marina is the figurative centre piece of Palm Cay, the private oceanfront community. Owners and residents of ONE Marina enjoy exclusive membership of the Palm Cay Club including its renowned restaurant which rewards diners with a sensational local culinary experience and spectacular ocean views. On-site amenities include a restaurant, members club, beach bar and grill, dockside café, swimming pools, tennis courts, a state of the art fitness center, spa, community parks, barbecue and entertaining areas whilst the more adventurous can enjoy some of the finest fishing and diving in the world accessed from the #1 Marina in The Bahamas. Enjoy sublime, panoramic views that take in the marina and the oceanfront. With Unit 208A is designed in a luxurious, contemporary style, the interiors fuse effortless sophistication and raw natural beauty. Stunning interior living areas which effortlessly transition to exterior spaces.

Address: Palm Cay, Nassau, Bahamas

Price: $1,350,000

Photo Credit: Palm Cay

For more information, please contact Silvina Andrews at 242-424-1643 or silvina.andrews@evrealestate.com

Silvina Andrews is the exclusive agent representing the Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Silvina Andrews presents

Conveniently located in the heart of Cable Beach in Nassau, Aqualina is set on a magnificent beach, featuring world-class amenities, and breathtaking views. Soaring eleven stories above a spectacular private beach, with just 27 large and exclusive 3 and 4 bedroom residences, each ocean view property features private elevator access and is meticulously appointed with unmatched finishes. Thoughtful details include floor-to-ceiling glass, covered parking, and privacy and safety. A stunning infinity pool for the avid swimmer, tennis court, full-time concierge, and a full-service fitness center for the activity-driven. Owners can elect to take part in the exclusive rental program and generate robust returns while not in residence.

Address: Cable Beach, West Bary Street, Nassau, Bahamas

Price: $3,290,000

Photo Credit: Aqualina

For more information, please contact Silvina Andrews at 242-424-1643 or silvina.andrews@evrealestate.com

Silvina Andrews is the exclusive agent representing the Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Silvina Andrews presents

This property comprises two waterfront lots that are blended perfectly to create an environment that is elegant and magical. The welcoming patio area, infinity pool, and garden is the perfect place to relax and enjoy island life. The main house, clad in precious natural light, is set on two levels with vast windows and doors allowing for ocean views from all rooms. The main living room, dining room, and office are focal points of the home with floor-to-ceiling windows extending two stories and providing stunning views. Also on the main level is a modern kitchen with a breakfast area, family room, and a separate guest/staff area with two bedrooms, one bath, and a galley kitchen. On the second level are three guest bedrooms and a very spacious master suite with access to a lovely wrap-around terrace. The iconic lighthouse was built in the 1950s. Connected to the main house by a stone bridge, it has five stories of living space including 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a kitchen. The property has two automatic gates, a large basement for storage, and a wood deck for waterfront lounging.

Address: Eastern Road, Nassau, NP, Bahamas

Price: $2,900,000

Photo Credit: Ronnie Archer

For more information, please contact Silvina Andrews at 242-424-1643 or silvina.andrews@evrealestate.com

Silvina Andrews is the exclusive agent representing the Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Ryan Knowles presents

Perched near the end of a picturesque white sand beach, 46 Ocean Club Estates is a triumph of elegant and opulent living on world-famous Paradise Island in The Bahamas. Spanning over 12,000 square feet of masterfully curated space, the home exudes luxury and warmth with imported Jerusalem stone floors throughout, walls of Venetian plaster, exquisite chandeliers, elaborate millwork and breathtaking ocean views from every single room. Every amenity imaginable is on offer: an expansive marble kitchen, elevator, home theatre, indoor exercise pool, backup generator, outdoor pool and spa and a self-sufficient two-bedroom guest apartment above the garage. In total there are 7 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, including the voluminous master suite with his & her walk-in closets, spa-like bathroom, oceanfront terrace and kitchenette. Outside, the views are as stunning as the living spaces. There is a covered terrace for alfresco dining as well as lounge areas for relaxing by the pool. For the nature-minded, the property boasts well over 100 feet of frontage on Paradise Island's most private beach.

Address: 46 Ocean Club Estates, Paradise Island, The Bahamas

Price: $15,250,000

Photo credit: Ronnie Archer for The RK Team

For more information, please contact Ryan Knowles at242-376-7731 or rk@therkteam.com

Ryan Knowles is the exclusive agent representing the Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

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They were hosted by Haute Living's Erik Haase. Watch the full webinar below.

Highlight quotes:

Kevin Crigger: "With all the concerns related to Covid, and all of the shutdowns and related regulatory changes, the interesting part is we had our best performance ever for the luxury sector. For a lot of our clients, and many of them own obviously multiple jurisdictions around the world, many of them had fabulous properties in Toronto but didn't spend full time in them, and with the lockdown and limitations on travel, everyone reevaluated their home situation. We saw the largest number of luxury transactions over $10 million that our market has ever seen in the single-family home sector but also in luxury condos. Prices have been getting close to $3,000 a square foot for new condo projects, and there is a huge level of local demand. An interesting conversation in the Toronto market has been around affordability; our government brought in a foreign buyer tax in 2017 and the idea was to sort of cool the market to make it more affordable for domestic purchasers. With Covid, we've had no international market here at all, so all the demands really been fueled by local buyers because people can't get into the country. And despite that, we saw an incredible 2020, and looking at the start of 2021, we have properties where we have 21 offers, selling $500-700,000 over asking and inventory remains quite low, so the demand is incredibly high.

Ryan Knowles: "Most of our interest comes from foreign buyers right. The market is driven by foreign demand. During Covid, we've had more and more people, especially from the US, looking for a safe haven where they can shelter in place, isolate, get away from the lockdowns, especially this time of year get away from the cold. A lot of them are renting but we've also been finding that some of them are looking to purchase and actually move full-time to the Bahamas to a warmer climate. We're very close to the US, with daily flights from Miami, New York, Chicago, Charlotte, and lots of different places. If you're coming from a place like New York where real estate is incredibly expensive, you get a lot more bang for your buck in a place like the Bahamas. The government shut down travel for a few months, but there were still ways to get around that if you could travel privately, which many of our clients did. Since about October they've lifted it, so now we have commercial flights coming in every day. It's not what it used to be, but we're probably at about 30 to 40% of our previous capacity. The hotels are still a little bit slow, but we're also finding that a lot of people are doing deals virtually. We do a virtual showing either on Zoom or WhatsApp video and they'll purchase sight-unseen you know, Then they get to come down here after that; they bring everything that they need, and off you go... It's a great time to buy right now. The markets are definitely moving up; inventory is limited. There's only so much land, especially in prime locations. There is only so much beachfront left."

Justin White: "When we talked in July last year, that's when he started to focus on this idea of safe haven real estate. Not JUST a safe haven for financially secure investments, but with regards to what was happening in the midst of this horrible pandemic. Similar to the Bahamas, most of our business comes from outside of Antigua, especially in the luxury area. We are a very small island nation, an independent nation, Antigua and Barbuda. There are a few really good developments to speak about, but the amount of stock or available real estate on the market at any one given time, there is not that much. There are very limited opportunities for something that you really want, and if you really are trying to secure something in a safe haven... Antigua was a very well-kept secret for a long time. It was a playground for the rich and the famous that didn't want to be seen and wanted to have a discrete holiday. Now, what we're seeing is the masses are starting to look at Antigua for all of the benefits that we were talking about here."

Craig Ryan: "Since we last spoke, our Q1 has broken all records in sales and offers accepted, so we have already hit 2021 with a bang. And a big shout out to Haute Residence for putting us on the map in July [2020] talking about safe-havens... We have more offers accepted for the months of December 2020 and January 2021 than we did for 2020. People are coming in; they understand. It's a word-of-mouth community. Owners that have a property, they're telling their friends, and when their friends visit here they are not leaving until they have a definite property... We have properties under offer right now that clients have not seen. They have seen the videos, they've seen the Matterport, and they are confident enough to say, 'We want this property.' So when they do arrive in Antigua, they now own the property. This has attributed to the entire world economic scale and understanding these people want to have no issues. When they reach Antigua, they want to go to their home. They are having meetings with lawyers while they're here to have escrows and the ability to put offers on properties in the two-week, three-week vacation that they're on the island, which has never been seen before. We are now reaching a point where if this continues for six more months, everything will be resale."

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Top: Kevin Crigger, Craig Ryan; Bottom: Justin White, Ryan Knowles

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Matthew Barry, Edgardo Defortuna, and Andrew Mcallister drop the anchor to celebrate the topping off of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, the boutique bayfront development curated by Piero Lissoni and Arquitectonica slated for delivery at the end of 2021

Photo Credit: Chris Carter

Developer Optimum Asset Management USA celebrated the milestone today in tandem with the boutique Bayfront condominium’s exclusive sales broker, Fortune Development Sales, and the general contractor, Moss Construction.  Located at 6800 Indian Creek Drive, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences is an exclusive enclave of thirty-nine luxurious waterfront residences and a private marina in collaboration with two of the most esteemed names in design, Piero Lissoni and Arquitectonica.

Photo Credit: Chris Carter

To commemorate the topping off, the development team -- including Matthew Barry, Managing Director of Optimum Asset Management USA; Jamie Telchin, Executive Director of Optimum Asset Management USA; Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group; and Andrew McAllister, Co-President of Moss Construction South Florida -- took to the top of the building, where they popped champagne and posed for photos against a dramatic background of Biscayne Bay and the city skyline. Moss Construction additionally hosted a celebratory lunch for 250 of the company’s construction workers, engineers, and other contractors who have been instrumental in the tower’s rise.

Completion of the internationally-lauded project, which broke ground in February 2020, is on schedule to be delivered at the end of this year.

Photo Credit: Chris Carter

“Seeing Monaco Yacht Club & Residences come to life and now in its final dimensions is an especially proud moment,” said Matthew Barry, Managing Director of Optimum Asset Management USA. “The global response to the tower has been nothing short of compelling and a testament to its international appeal. Now more so than ever before, buyers are recognizing the importance of having the intimacy of a full-service boutique building combined with the exclusivity of being located on one of the last remaining waterfront properties in the area.”

With a coveted location in Miami Beach’s MiMo District, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences introduces a new dimension in sophisticated European design and elegant, waterfront living synonymous with the French Riviera to Miami Beach.

Photo Credit: Chris Carter

To be delivered fully-finished, each of the modern unit interiors was meticulously curated with precise attention to detail, inclusive of the refined Italian-made fixtures and finishes, with Arrigoni wide plank wood flooring from Austria.  The design palette of warm whites and rich woods for the lobby and the premier “Resident’s Lounge” -- featuring a library and breakfast bar for leisurely waterfront dining -- evoke a timeless, classic mood reminiscent of a luxurious Côte d’Azur summer resort and responds to the building’s program of luxury living, fun lifestyle, laid-back environment, and relaxed atmosphere.

“Luxury buyers from across the globe have been specifically seeking this project out for its boutique, full-service offering, unparalleled Bayfront location, and the rare opportunity to dock one’s boat in their very own backyard,” said Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group, the project’s exclusive broker. “Combining the spectacular style and extraordinary talents of Piero Lissoni and Bernardo Fort-Brescia with an array of first-class services and amenities, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences celebrate the very best Miami Beach has to offer.”

Photo Credit: Chris Carter

Monaco Yacht Club & Residences will include one to four-bedroom residences, ranging in size from 918 to nearly 5,000 square feet. A limited collection of two impressive penthouses will offer expansive living areas, including private terraces with summer kitchens, starting at 2,888 square feet. Primed for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, the meticulously designed homes will feature expansive wraparound terraces – each with finished floors and ceilings and sweeping views of Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the Miami skyline – as well as contemporary Italian kitchens by Boffi.  Additional highlights within the residences will include stone countertops, 10-11-foot high ceilings throughout, large walk-in closets, pre-wired for Home Automation systems to accommodate the latest “Smart Building” technology, private elevator entrances, and premium bathroom interiors featuring imported Italian marble flooring, spacious tubs and frameless, glass-enclosed rainfall showers with designer faucets.

Offering the best of a yachtsman’s lifestyle, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences feature a 12 slip marina available exclusively to residents, as well as a yachting concierge for maintenance needs, yacht charters or sailing, and fishing excursions for the day to the Bahamas, the Florida Keys or to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean and the best of South Florida’s coastal living. Other waterfront amenities include paddleboarding, kayaking, and more.

A myriad of additional resort-style amenities includes a breathtaking rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Miami skyline featuring a pool with poolside chaise lounge chairs, Jacuzzi, and shaded lounge areas with a grill for entertaining; as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking Biscayne Bay.

Photo Credit: Chris Carter

With exclusive sales and marketing handled by Fortune Development Sales, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences are priced from $1.1 million.  For more information, please call 305.749.9126, visit the website at https://monacoyachtclubresidences.com/, or schedule a showing by appointment only at the sales gallery located at 6897 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach.

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Ryan Knowles presents

Some buildings are impressive. Others are simply ICONIC.

Introducing AQUALINA, a stunning collection of 27 museum-quality residences set on a magnificent private beach in Nassau. Sitting adjacent to the $3.5B Baha Mar Resort, this breathtaking boutique building will feature a dazzling array of amenities, ranging from a double-height lobby with 24-hour concierge to a state-of-the-art fitness center & lighted tennis court, and a sublime infinity pool & spa overlooking the ocean.

The units are large and beautiful with the most amazing finishes and views, and they all come with fully equipped kitchens and private elevator access. Designed by Adriana  Hoyos Design Studio, there are 3 bed and 4 bed options on multiple floors and two very special Beach Villas where you can walk directly from your living room out to the pool & beach. Upon completion, AQUALINA will be the most stunning condominium in Nassau. Prices range from $2.7M to over $6M. Availability provided upon request.

Currently, a Discovery Tour of 4 Days and 3 Nights is being offered for anyone interested in the project. That includes a stay in a two-bedroom condo next to the site and private air transfer from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport.

Homeowners at Aqualina experience a feeling of Zen: a state of togetherness of body and mind. This feeling can be achieved by tapping into your lifestyle and the activities that bring you the ultimate joy. Aqualina features a stunning infinity pool for the avid swimmer, a state of the art tennis court, a full-time concierge, and a full-service fitness center for the activity-driven. Owners also have the opportunity to join Aqualina’s Boat Club which offers all the enjoyment of owning a boat with none of the responsibility.

Address: West Bay Street, Nassau, Bahamas

Price: $2.7M to $6.1M

For more information, please contact Ryan Knowles at242-376-7731 or rk@therkteam.com

Ryan Knowles is the exclusive agent representing the Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

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An exclusive enclave with its own private marina offering just thirty-nine luxurious waterfront residences, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences will be delivered fully-finished with curated interiors by world-renowned Italian interior designer, Piero Lissoni.

Well-sited on one of the last remaining waterfront properties in Miami Beach, the nautically themed, boutique Bayfront condominium is the vision of international real estate leader Optimum Development USA, which tasked award-winning firm Arquitectonica to design the 12-story building.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences

A testament to the international appeal of the property, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences continue to beckon savvy buyers who are drawn to its exceptional combination of world-class style and the intimacy and exclusivity of a full-service boutique building.

Currently under construction with topping off slated for January 2021, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences’ most luxurious offerings include a limited collection of two impressive half-floor penthouses located on the 11^th floor, as well as Residence E, a uniquely positioned ground-floor villa with an extensive terrace facing the bay, ranging from $3.6 million to $5.07 million.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences

Representing the two largest units in the building with the opportunity to combine for a full-floor residence, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences’ two penthouses feature expansive living areas and private terraces starting at 2,888 square feet. Primed for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, the meticulously designed penthouses will feature panoramic bay and ocean views, outdoor terraces fully-equipped with electric grills, smart technology, private elevator entrances and foyers, contemporary Italian kitchens by Boffi and Lissoni-designed cabinetry.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences

A boating enthusiast’s dream, Residence E is the closest ground-floor villa to the water, featuring direct access to Monaco Yacht Club & Residences’ private marina. With two bedrooms and two and a half baths, plus a den with the option to convert into a third bedroom, the 2,407 square foot Residence E offers the unique opportunity for residents to directly access the exterior of the building and their own boat right off their terrace -- similar to having a boat lift in your own backyard.

For more information about Monaco Yacht Club & Residences’ most luxurious, one-of-a-kind offerings, call 305.800.6800 or visit https://monacoyachtclubresidences.com/.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences

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The panelists were hosted by Haute Living's Erik Haase in the engaging dialogue. They were:

• Robert Greenwood, Partner, Regency International Estates, Turks and Caicos
• John Christie, Partner, HG Christie, Bahamas
• Justin White, Director of Sales, Anchor Antigua Realty, Antigua
• Craig Ryan, Principal, Anchor Antigua Realty, Antigua

Watch the webinar below.

Highlight quotes:

Robert Greenwood: "In Turks and Caicos, we just had a look at the second quarter numbers and we've held well over the preceding couple of years. In some sectors, especially our villa sector, we actually increased sales last year, so I think that's a real indicator that people are looking for COVID safe haven properties throughout the entire region... We see the growth because people are looking for a safe haven. And if you're going to quarantine, you might just as well quarantine in paradise... [Buyers] feel comfortable because they know the Christie's brand, the trust and the integrity that comes with it, and they're happy to say, 'Okay, let's do the deal.'"

John Christie: "There are different kinds of buyers and visitors in the Bahamas. If you're someone from New York and you're used to action being around, Nassau is the place for you, with large hotels, casinos, nightclubs, and all the main luxury communities. With COVID, we have seen a spike in interest in private islands, because there's no better place to have than your own private island if you want to control your destiny and a place to lock down. That's been one of our strengths. If you're a beginner buyer or someone that has a couple of extra dollars, you can get lots as low as $20,000."

Justin White: "Antigua is a unique place. We have zero capital gains tax, zero inheritance tax, and zero income tax. That's the benefit there and itself. We have opportunities in almost every single angle, especially with regards to real estate... We have boutique hotels, luxury resorts, luxury villas, and tons of empty primetime land right on the ocean with a citizenship aspect, whereby you can gain citizenship to this country if you meet certain prerequisites... Being Antiguan isn't just for Antiguans. If you're willing to come here and adopt the culture and invest with us, we are happy to put our arm around your shoulder and say you're one of us."

Craig Ryan: "We have seen a big uptick in our luxury rental market. There's nothing easier than for your family to come down and get a five-bedroom villa on the beach, and you have your week to be by yourself... We opened up our borders June 1st, and from there, we've had full planes from America because there's a huge demand. People are ready to finally get out and enjoy life... If I have a client that doesn't find a product that works in Antigua, I'm calling up John and Robert. That's the level of family we have between the affiliates where it's not a cold introduction email. We have support between the islands and the Christie's network overall."

Top: Robert Greenwood, John Christie. Bottom: Justin White, Craig Ryan

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Moss, the appointed general contractor of the condominium, led the concrete pour of the 12-story boutique Bayfront building located at 6800 Indian Creek Drive, which utilized 250 cubic yards of concrete and 20 tons of reinforcing steel to fill the 12” concrete slab covering approximately 6,700 square feet.

Photo Credit: Lifestyle Production Group

Approximately 75 percent of the foundation work for Monaco Yacht Club & Residences have been completed, which includes the installation of 403 60 feet deep Auger Cast Piles totaling more than 1,314 cubic yards of concrete. Moss has also pumped over 70 million gallons of water to-date through a de-watering system that pumps approximately 700 gallons of water per minute. Having recently erected the tower crane onsite, only two more pours remain for completing the first level of the project.

Photo Credit: Lifestyle Production Group

With a coveted location in Miami Beach’s MiMo District, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences is slated to top out at 168 feet in height. The property is on schedule for completion in third quarter 2021.

Photo Credit: Lifestyle Production Group

“We are extremely pleased with Monaco Yacht Club & Residences’ progress to date and look forward to seeing the building’s architecture featuring the extraordinary talents of Piero Lissoni and Bernardo Fort-Brescia of Arquitectonica take form on this unparalleled Bayfront location,” said Ricardo Tabet, CEO of Optimum Development USA. “Now more so than ever before, buyers are recognizing the importance of having the intimacy of a full-service boutique building combined with the exclusivity of being located on one of the last remaining waterfront properties in the area.”

Photo Credit: Lifestyle Production Group

To be delivered fully-finished, world-renowned Italian interior designer Piero Lissoni meticulously curated each of the modern unit interiors with precise attention to detail, inclusive of the refined Italian-made fixtures and finishes, with European custom wood flooring. Lissoni employed a palette of warm whites and rich woods for the lobby and the premier “Resident’s Lounge” -- featuring a library and breakfast bar for leisurely waterfront dining -- that evokes a timeless, classic mood reminiscent of a luxurious Côte d’Azur summer resort and responds to the building’s program of luxury living, fun lifestyle, laid-back environment, and relaxed atmosphere.

Photo Credit: Lifestyle Production Group

Monaco Yacht Club & Residences will include one to four-bedroom residences, ranging in size from 918 to nearly 5,000 square feet. A limited collection of two impressive penthouses will offer expansive living areas, including private terraces with summer kitchens, starting at 2,888 square feet. Primed for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, the meticulously designed homes will feature expansive wraparound terraces – each with finished floors and ceilings and sweeping views of Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the Miami skyline – as well as contemporary Italian kitchens by Boffi. Additional highlights within the residences will include stone countertops, 10-11-foot high ceilings throughout, large walk-in closets, pre-wired for Home Automation systems to accommodate the latest “Smart Building” technology, private elevator entrances, and premium bathroom interiors featuring imported Italian marble flooring, spacious tubs and frameless, glass-enclosed rainfall showers with designer faucets.

Offering the best of a yachtsman’s lifestyle, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences feature a 12 slip marina available exclusively to residents, as well as a yachting concierge for maintenance needs, yacht charters or sailing, and fishing excursions. Other waterfront amenities include paddle boarding, kayaking and more.

Photo Credit: Lifestyle Production Group

A myriad of additional resort-style amenities includes a breathtaking rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Miami skyline featuring a pool with poolside chaise lounge chairs, Jacuzzi and shaded lounge areas with a grill for entertaining, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking Biscayne Bay.

With exclusive sales and marketing handled by Fortune Development Sales, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences are priced from $1.1 million. For more information, please call 305.749.9126 or visit https://monacoyachtclubresidences.com/. Showings are also available by appointment at the property’s newly launched sales gallery, located within walking distance from the construction site at 6897 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach.

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Optimum Asset Management USA, developer of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, tasked WorldWise PR Affiliates to lead the launch of the global virtual sales gallery across nine countries, from France to England, Germany to Spain, and Brazil to Argentina. Prospective buyers received a preview of the nautically themed design of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, an exclusive enclave of thirty-nine luxurious waterfront residences and a private marina in collaboration with two of the most esteemed names in design, Piero Lissoni and Arquitectonica.

“We are delighted to be hosting this momentous occasion on such an international scale,” said Matthew Barry, Managing Director of Optimum Asset Management USA. “Already revered for its elite global lifestyle, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences introduces a new dimension in sophisticated European design and elegant, waterfront living synonymous with the French Riviera to Miami Beach. The initial success of the sales process is a true testament to the international appeal of the project and the demand buyers have for the pursuit of pleasure combined with the intimacy of a full-service boutique building.”

Photo Credit: WorldRedEye.com

To be delivered fully-finished, each of the modern unit interiors were meticulously curated with precise attention to detail, inclusive of the refined Italian-made fixtures and finishes, with Arrigoni wide plank wood flooring from Austria. The design palette of warm whites and rich woods for the lobby and the premier “Resident’s Lounge” -- featuring a library and breakfast bar for leisurely waterfront dining -- evoke a timeless, classic mood reminiscent of a luxurious Côte d’Azur summer resort and responds to the building’s program of luxury living, fun lifestyle, laid-back environment, and relaxed atmosphere.

Photo Credit: WorldRedEye.com

“It is a very proud moment for us to unveil the much anticipated sales gallery and offer guests from around the world the up-close opportunity to experience the joie de vivre of Miami Beach firsthand,” said Rodolfo Misitano, CEO of Optimum Asset Management. “Being a global firm headquartered in Europe, it has always been important for us to seek an international audience for our U.S. real estate portfolio.”

Photo Credit: WorldRedEye.com

Monaco Yacht Club & Residences will include one to four bedroom residences, ranging in size from 918 to nearly 5,000 square feet. A limited collection of two impressive penthouses will offer expansive living areas, including private terraces with summer kitchens, starting at 2,888 square feet. Primed for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, the meticulously designed homes will feature expansive wraparound terraces – each with finished floors and ceilings and sweeping views of Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the Miami skyline – as well as contemporary Italian kitchens by Boffi. Additional highlights within the residences will include stone countertops, 10-11-foot high ceilings throughout, large walk-in closets, pre-wired for Home Automation systems to accommodate the latest “Smart Building” technology, private elevator entrances, and premium bathroom interiors featuring imported Italian marble flooring, spacious tubs and frameless, glass-enclosed rainfall showers with designer faucets.

The 12-story boutique development features a myriad of resort-style amenities, including a 12 slip marina exclusively available for residents, a breathtaking rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Miami skyline featuring a pool and shaded lounge areas with a grill for entertaining, and a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking Biscayne Bay.

Photo Credit: WorldRedEye.com

Exclusive sales and marketing for Monaco Yacht Club & Residences are being handled by Fortune Development Sales, The residences are priced from $1.1 million. For more information, call 305.749.9126, visit the website at https://monacoyachtclubresidences.com/, or schedule a showing by appointment only at the sales gallery located at 6897 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach.

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Diane Holowesko (President of Holowesko & Company, Bahamas), Laurent Locchi (Partner of Miells & Partners, Monaco) and Sue Nickason (VP Marketing & Sales of Provenance Properties, Cayman Islands) were hosted by Haute Living's Deyvanshi Masrani in a dialogue that touched on the different markets they represent and how each has experienced the last months of quarantine, both personal and professionally.

Watch the webinar below.

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Tuesday, June 16th at 4PM EST / 1PM PST

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Friday, June 19th at 2PM EST / 11AM PST

Penthouse Wars: Across-section of PH Residences across the Miami, NY, and SF markets

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Top: Diane Holowesko, Laurent Locchi. Bottom: Sue Nickason

Highlight quotes from today's webinar:

Diane Holowesko: "we started a campaign that was called 'You were here for us will be you were here for us, we will be there for you,' promoting a message that, especially to our existing clients and our client database, how much we appreciate them and when we do open back up, we are going to be here for (them)... As of yesterday, the government started allowing private aircraft and yachts (into the Bahamas) from around the world... The possibility of COVID-19  coming along is somewhat high. So we need to position ourselves to be ready to service our clients and meet their needs virtually if we happen to go into another lockdown again come this winter... What we do is lay out our tax situation so that clients use the information to their benefit... The Bahamas clients come from the US, Canada, the UK, and South America. It's simple to purchase in the Bahamas. The turnaround time is 30-45 days. We help the new buyers set up bank accounts and establish accounts with the utilities... For $750,000, you can apply for permanent residency in the Bahamas, not requiring to spend a specific number of days (here)... The proximity to the US helps us because the government treats us more like family. I think a lot of our buyers and investors find comfort in that fact. We have the tax benefits and stability of our government.

Laurent Locchi: "(During the quarantine,) it was not really the moment for selling things. It was much more a kind of being strung together message than selling properties ... For foreigners, there is no income, capital gains, or inheritance tax, and you can be a resident by renting or buying a property... The best advantage we have is being a micro-state. The information (about COVID-19) was given in real-time, which was not really the case for other countries...Being a micro-state and having that proximity to the authorities helps. Everybody knows everybody and can share information with each other... The use of WhatsApp is incredible. I mean, the way we use WhatsApp groups (internally), for example, or just directly (with) the clients. It was really a big demand for real-time information because everything was frozen... Monaco is known for being the playground of the rich, but there's a real quality of life here in the middle of Europe with this Mediterranean climate. It is a dynamic state, always trying to reinvent itself, always welcoming to all foreigners. I know why everyone wants to live in Monaco, and I'm sure when you come here, you will know."

Sue Nickason: "We have been focusing on relationship-building, thoughtful analysis of the need of our customers, and producing content services to meet that need... Clients are looking for factual information and easy to find information. We've always positioned ourselves as trusted advisors to our clients. More importantly than ever, it's about being purveyors of that information.... The Cayman Islands attract ultra-high-net-worth individuals who are globally mobile and want to establish permanent residency here to take advantage of the tax neutrality... Buyers are coming to establish a permanent residence, vacation property, and investment properties... If there's any silver lining, it's that governments have made services more available on digital... Tax neutrality, low density, high standard of living, infrastructure, and we are the culinary capital of the Caribbean. We have a beautiful natural marine environment that invites amazing diving and marine activities. The Cayman Islands has everything to be as active or as relaxed as you choose to be here... We focus on developing places where people want to spend their lives. Safety and stability is going to be an important part of the value that we offer here going forward... We really are a pro-business environment. This is a place where you know we have very well qualified people in the private sector, a very efficient civil service that focuses on attracting new business and residents. That's all done through a beautiful Cayman-kind culture.

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An exclusive enclave of thirty-nine luxurious waterfront residences developed by Optimum Development USA in collaboration with two of the most esteemed names in design, Piero Lissoni and Arquitectonica, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences celebrates the joie de vivre of Miami Beach with a 12-slip private marina that will be the docking home for residents' vessels up to 40 feet in length. With boat slips starting at $300,000, the highly sought-after amenity has received an overwhelming response from buyers interested in the unique ability to have their boat docked right at their doorstep.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences

Offering the best of a yachtsman’s lifestyle, a yachting concierge will be available for maintenance needs, to arrange charters, sailing excursions, and fishing outings to the Bahamas, Florida Keys and around South Florida's waterways. Other aquatic amenities include paddle boarding and kayaking.

A myriad of additional resort-style amenities includes a breathtaking rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Miami skyline featuring a pool with poolside chaise lounge chairs, Jacuzzi and shaded lounge areas with a grill for entertaining, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking Biscayne Bay.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences

Combining spectacular style with its array of first-class amenities, world-renowned Italian interior designer Piero Lissoni employed a palette of warm whites and rich woods for the lobby and the premier “Resident’s Lounge” -- featuring a library and breakfast bar for leisurely waterfront dining -- that evokes a timeless, classic mood reminiscent of a luxurious Côte d’Azur summer resort and responds to the building’s program of luxury living, fun lifestyle, laid-back environment, and relaxed atmosphere.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences

To be delivered fully-finished, Piero Lissoni curated each of the modern home interiors with precise attention to detail, inclusive of the refined Italian-made fixtures and finishes, with European custom wood flooring. Monaco Yacht Club & Residences will include one to four-bedroom residences, ranging in size from 918 to nearly 5,000 square feet if combined. Primed for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, the meticulously designed homes will feature expansive wraparound terraces – each with finished floors and ceilings and sweeping views of Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the Miami skyline – as well as contemporary Italian kitchens by Boffi.

The boutique bayfront development already broke ground on its site at 6800 Indian Creek Drive. With exclusive sales and marketing handled by Fortune Development Sales, prices at Monaco Yacht Club & Residences start at $1.1 million. For more information, call 305.749.9126 or visit https://monacoyachtclubresidences.com/.

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"The Cottages" is a 1.55-acre beachfront property situated directly on the coveted Pink Sands Beach. Three 1 bed, 1 bath cottages are each designed with a large, open floor plan with high ceilings and extra-large doors to allow the gentle ocean breeze in. Wood shingled roofs, painted shutters, covered outdoor spaces, and a roof deck to take in the ocean hues and pink sands, are just some of the many amenities this property provides. The interior spaces are designed with a casual, yet elegant island aesthetic, setting the tone for the future design of a larger main home.

Address: Harbour Island, Bahamas

Price: $7,900,000.00

For more information, please contact Robert Arthur at 242-601-6500 or robert@cbbahamas.com

Robert Arthur is the exclusive agent representing the Harbour Island, The Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Photos courtesy of Robert Arthur 

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Luxurious sleeping, Bahamian grand style.

An ocean view fit for a king.

Soaking up the sun here begs for some beaches and crème: two ingredients that make up a nirvana cocktail calling for you to sip, sip and sip away.

Morning coffee accompanied by an incomparable view.

This grand kitchen calls for the frolicking of family, friends and food.

The blues of the Caribbean serve as the backdrop to this majestic home.

Siesta time has never looked so good.

A hammock suited for nothing less than royalty, no?

These turquoise waters are simply breathtaking.

The aforementioned homes are legendary. Poitier has said that he'll "always be chasing . . . Glory," and if he lived in any one of the foregoing exalted homes, he'd surely find it.

All images courtesy of Coldwell Banker Lightbourn Realty. For more information regarding the foregoing properties, or similar properties, contact Robert Arthur at robert@cbbahamas.com.

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Cabbage Cay is a sustainable, off-the-grid, 35-acre private island located just a short boat ride west of world famous Harbour Island and minutes away from mainland Eleuthera. The island features up to 24’ elevations with three gorgeous sandy beaches, lush green vegetation, a protected anchorage area and abundant exotic wildlife. Crystalline waters complete the stunning vista and are home to a multitude of aquatic species including turtles, fish, and birds that thrive in and around the pristine waters surrounding the Island. The combination of all these natural wonders make this island the ideal paradise getaway for a private owner seeking his personal natural playground, allowing him the privacy and freedom that is truly priceless. Hoteliers or developers would also appreciate the island’s natural beauty, and its proximity to Harbour Island and Eleuthera, providing a solid foundation to create the ultimate private island resort with nearby dining & amenities.

Cabbage Cay currently produces its own electricity via solar power as well as its own fresh water via reverse osmosis. There are a number of well-built structures on the Island including a gorgeous 650 square foot apartment that sits above an open air outdoor living and dining area with fantastic views of the multi-hued waters of protected bay; as well as a lovely cottage with a living room, bedroom and bathroom adjacent to the bar and grill.  A partially constructed hill top unit sits 40’ above sea level with 360-degree views of the surrounding area. Roads run through the property allowing scenic access around the entire Island. This breathtaking island with its unique features, make this a buyer’s dream come true.

Address: Property in Eleuthera, Bahamas - Cabbage Cay, Private Island

Min Bid: $3,800,000

Bid Deadline: March 15th

For more information, please contact Robert Arthur at 242-601-6500 or robert@cbbahamas.com

Robert Arthur is the exclusive agent representing the Harbour Island, The Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Photos courtesy of Robert Arthur 

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Haute Residence welcomes acclaimed real estate agent Robert Arthur to its invitation-only real estate network. As a Haute Residence partner, he exclusively represents the high-end real estate market of Harbour Island in The Bahamas. Arthur is a consistent top producer for Coldwell Banker Bahamas and places in the top 53 of 92,000 Coldwell Banker agents in the world. Haute Residence caught up with the internationally-ranked top broker for an inside guide to the Harbour Island market.

What makes your market Haute? 

The fact that the Island is so difficult to get to and most of our guests arrives via private jets or yachts adds to the Haute vibe.

The residential crowd is made up of...

A mix of local Bahamians and affluent individuals looking for a discreet, laid-back island lifestyle. 

The community vibe is...

Island Chic, but not pretentious. Billionaires mingle with School kids in the bakery or deli waiting for breakfast or donuts. Flip flops or bare feet and shorts are the style and no one cares if you're a celebrity or yard worker.

The lifestyle offered is...

an elegantly casual laid back “Briland” life…#1 its safe. No big developments, chain hotels, or cruise ships, so the crowd is a bit more appreciative of safely enjoying the natural feel of the Island.

The most popular building type you’ll find is...

classic Bahamian architecture, we have many well maintained and restored historic homes…Some would call it British Colonial design. We have many cottage style homes in town accented with bright colored shutters and all the homes have tons of character.

The average home price is...

That's hard to pin down due to the small size of the Island and the range of values. On the Beach Homes are 4 to 19 Million. The North end of the Island is more private and more expensive. Beachfront is the most expensive (5 to 19 M). Next is the Harbour (3- 6M). then the Village (2 to 4 M.) 

The area's greatest highlight on our island is...

the Pink Sands Beach where the sand is literally pink. There’s no other beach in the world like it, it’s magical. Also to simply mingle with the eclectic mix of both locals and residents from around the world is pretty cool.

The area's best driving-distance getaways are...

everywhere on the island is a short golf cart ride away. Pink Sands Beach is the best spot on the island and we have many nearby reefs for diving, excellent boating & fishing opportunities, the option to "island hop" to nearby islands and many restaurants and small boutiques for shopping. Pink Sands beach is one of the most beautiful and well-known beaches in the world. Remember you are in the Islands, so a short drive may include a boat ride, but For a day drive, one could check out the sights on Eleuthera. Like the Glass window bridge. Jump into Saffire hole, a cool cliff diving spot on Eleuthera (it's an Island secret), as well as Preachers Cave. There are the world famous swimming pigs which are a short boat ride away. 

The best spot to dine fancy is...

The Dunmore overlooking the Pink Sands beach.Or the Rock House on the Harbourside. the Landing is another option that's fabulous overlooking the bay st.

The best spot to find entertainment is...

Gusty’s is an all-time favorite and has been the go-to spot for years. Daddy Ds is another popular night spot. 

The best spot to go shopping is...

there are so many wonderful boutiques in Harbour Island that it's hard to choose the best one. For resort clothing such as India Hicks’ boutique The Sugar Mill, Dake’s Shop, The Blue Rooster as well as Ms. Mays.

The best place to tee off is -

no golf on the island….A morning flight to Baha Mar, and back before sundown!

For more information on this property, please contact Robert Arthur at 242-601-6500 or robert@cbbahamas.com

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Cabbage Cay is a lush 35 acre private island located just a short boat ride west of world famous Harbour Island. The island features up to 24 feet elevations with three gorgeous sandy beaches, lush green vegetation a protected anchorage area and abundant exotic wildlife. Crystalline waters complete the stunning vista and are home to a multitude of aquatic species including turtles, fish, and birds that thrive in and around the pristine waters surrounding the Island. The combination of all these natural wonders make this island the ideal paradise getaway for a private owner seeking his personal natural playground, allowing him the privacy and freedom that is truly priceless.

Cabbage Cay currently produces its own electricity via solar power as well as its own fresh water via revers osmosis. There are a number of well built structures on the Island including a gorgeous 650 square foot apartment that sits above a full functioning bar and grill with fantastic views of the multi hued waters of protected bay, as well as a lovely cottage with a living room, bedroom and bathroom adjacent to the bar and grill.

A partially constructed hill top unit sits 40 ft above sea level with 360 degree views of the surrounding area. Roads run through the property allowing scenic access around the entire Island. This stunningly-breathtaking island with its unique features, make this a buyer’s dream come true.

Price: $6,900,000.00

For more information, please contact Robert Arthur at 242-601-6500 or robert@cbbahamas.com

Robert Arthur is the exclusive agent representing the Harbour Island, The Bahamas real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

Photos courtesy of Robert Arthur 

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Measuring 15,000 square feet, the estate boasts 145 linear feet of idyllic beachfront, whose pure Caribbean wonder blends with the distinct Zen sensitivity of the property.

Equipped with the latest appliances, from smart phone and tablet controls, to 4K flat screens, the Ananda Estate boasts a unique character of sophistication, utility, and naturalness.

Listed by Ian Hurdle of The Agency Turks and Caicos, the Ananda Estate’s architectural hulk comprises quartz, Carrara white marble, limestone, anthracite, and Sukabumi stones, softened by rich walnut woods.

Sprawling over 1.3 acres, the home features a main house with two adjacent cottages, with combined 4,000-square-foot of indoor space. The main quarters have an open-floor layout that incorporates a family area, a modern kitchen, a washroom, and a dining area that is sunken to enhance the majestic ocean vistas.

Two master bedrooms are located on the far ends of the main house and flaunt opulent en suite bathrooms with high-end oversized marble bathtubs.

Flanking the 50-foot pool, the two mirror-image pavilions also have master bedrooms, whose glass walls open electronically to a large surrounding patio with access to the pool and its amenities, such as a barbecue, as well as a bar and dining lounge.

The bathrooms in the cottages feature 10-foot walk-in showers, outdoor showers, dual sinks, and huge marble tubs.

Complete with an SUV, ATV, two jet-skis and trailers, with an option for a power boat available, the Ananda Estate has a chef and staff available.

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It includes the latest appliances and stylish features. Smart phone and tablet controls, LED ambient lighting with dimmers throughout as well as electrical switches and outlets that are flush with the walls and pop-up at the touch, 4K flat screens and wireless sound system, camera security, and high-speed internet.

Huge indoor and outdoor showers with multiple shower heads from rain showers to wall mounts and hand-held, all usable simultaneously or independently. No expense has been spared.

Feel a true sense of seamless integration between luxury and utility. Every inch of this dream home exhibits fine attention to detail and composition.

Quartz, Carrara white marble, limestone, anthracite and Sukabumi stones are used throughout. Rich walnut woods provide a warm complement to the sea of stone. Stainless steel is also used throughout.

High-end Miele appliances liven the kitchen. Fleetwood windows frame the views. Cutting-edge Le Grand lights shine throughout. Simply put, this flawless home may well have set a new standard for luxury homes in Eleuthera, and maybe even in the Bahamas.

Ananda features four master bedrooms and five baths divided into a main house and two pavilions in front of a 50-foot pool. The latter is framed by a 400 square foot elevated daybed on one side and a sunken Sala featuring BBQ, bar, and dining lounge on the other.

The main house has a central area with an open floor plan featuring a kitchen, family area, along with a sunken dining area to maximize ocean views from all locations. A separate pantry and washroom complete the central layout.

On each side of the central area, a spacious master bedroom with its own sunken sofa area comes equipped with an en-suite bathroom and its complement of amenities. Of note are the oversized shower rooms, dual sinks and high-end oversized marble bathtubs.

Walls of glass frame the seaside and a 10-foot fully furnished, wrap around patio provides seamless indoor-outdoor living.

The two mirror image cottages also provide spacious master bedrooms with walls of glass that open electronically to a large surrounding patio with access to the pool and its amenities, moments from a private beach. The cottage baths feature huge 10-foot walk-in showers, outdoor showers, dual sinks and the huge marble tubs right in front of the view.

The Ananda property covers 1.3 acres (option for additional acreage) with 145 linear feet of beachfront. It provides some 15,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor living, around 7,500 square feet of which is under-roof and approximately 4,000 square feet is pure indoor space. The house comes with an SUV, ATV, two jet-skis and trailers (option for a power boat available). Chef and other staff available.

Address: Ananda Estate Eleuthera, Eleuthera 00001

Price: $12,000,000

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 5

View the listing here. 

For more information, contact Ian Hurdle at 649-332-2618 or Ian.hurdle@theagencyre.com.

Ian Hurdle is the exclusive agent representing the Turks and Caicos real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of his listings here.

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Nassau is a very diverse community with residents from all over the globe. Most of the expats residing in Nassau come from Canada, The UK, the North East United States, Germany, France and Switzerland.

Can you describe the local school system and what type of education children get here? 

The Bahamas has both private and public schools. Public schools are based on the British education system. Private schools can be based on either the British or American systems or a combination of both. Private schools also offer university-level courses and International Baccalaureate programs.

What local amenities does your market have to offer?

Nassau and Paradise Island offer all the amenities of a North American city – Five Star restaurants, designer shopping, championship golf courses, and casinos. We also have a few things that most cities don’t: stunning beaches, crystal clear seas and an average of 315 days of sunshine per year!

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