Sitting on over 400 hectares of tropical coast and a white-sand beach is Baha Mar, a luxury oceanfront resort boasting ultra-luxury residences. This year, Baha Mar welcomes a new collection of residences that turn the perfect Bahamian holiday into a dream island lifestyle. From a place that feels like home to a new era of stylish, creative living, this location is experiencing a thrilling renaissance. With an archipelago of 700 islands at your doorstep, residential ownership at Baha Mar is a place to build a legacy and escape the cold winter months. Here's a look inside the new luxury residences at Baha Mar.

A Sense of Place at Rosewood Baha Mar

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Experience timeless beauty and relaxed refinement in one of the luxury residences at Rosewood Baha Mar ranging from $995,000 to $26M. Each residence offers intuitive, personal service, and exquisite design that pays homage to Bahamian island estate architecture, and the rich culture of these extraordinary islands. Evoking the styling reminiscent of a modern Bahamian estate the residences are infused with the carefree spirit of seaside living. The suites and villas are all awash in a serene coastal palette of sand, sky and crystal blue and accessorized with Bahamian art décor.

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The oceanfront and three-bedroom and six-bedroom villas are a real treat and just steps away from the ocean. With the Ocean Side, Three-Bedroom Villas guests have the choice of relaxing in their private plunge pool or taking a few short steps to the warm, crystal-clear waters of Cable Beach. Each two-story villa includes a master bedroom with a king-size bed, a second king bedroom, and a third single queen bedroom. Separate living and dining rooms and full kitchen feature soft neutral tones infused with natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows. All bedrooms feature ensuite bathrooms while the master king bedroom features a large terrace overlooking the resort gardens and beach.

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A space unlike any other, the Ocean Front Six-Bedroom Villa stands directly on Cable Beach with uninterrupted access to the beach’s soft white sand. A private infinity plunge-pool anchors an expansive private deck with ample space for lounging. An outdoor grill and dining area makes for the perfect gathering space for entertaining. Two separate houses connected by the outdoor deck each contain a master bedroom with a king-size bed, a second king bedroom, and a third single queen bedroom. Separate living and dining rooms and full kitchens feature soft neutral tones infused with natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows for an immersive experience of the tropical setting. All bedrooms feature ensuite bathrooms while the master king bedrooms feature a large terrace overlooking the resort gardens and beach.

A New Era of Stylish, Creative Living at SLS Baha Mar

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SLS Baha Mar residences cater to those who revel in a luxury lifestyle but prefer to be amongst it all. The luxe high-design residences are complemented by renowned, chef-driven dining destinations, a spirited nightlife, and unsurpassed service that you would expect from an SLS property.

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The sleek, design-forward residences offer residents a world of elevated style and pure relaxation, many with generously sized balconies and sweeping views of Cable Beach.

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Along with Rosewood residences, SLS residents will have access to the signature experiences and acclaimed amenities including, 24 complimentary rounds of golf at the legendary 72-par Royal Blue, Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, VIP membership at the elite Nexus Club Baha Mar, an intimate, members-only experience by luxury hospitality company Nexus and much more.

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Furthermore, Baha Mar is home to Long Cay, a lush island hideaway reserved only for Baha Mar guests and residents. The island, which is a mere 5-minute boat ride away is the perfect place for an intimate gathering of up to 12 people and has several waterside bungalows, a private beach, luxury catering, and a salt-water natural pool. Residents will also enjoy perks such as VIP access to Eternity I, an exceptional 213-foot superyacht, Preferred pricing at the roster of world-class restaurants and inventive experiences by renowned celebrity chefs, including Katsuya, Carna by Dario Cecchini steakhouse, Skybar, and many others and VIP access to international luxury retailers including Rolex, Cartier, Tiffany, Breitling, and Hublot.

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Mayfair is "posh" London. The affluent West End London area borough has been an upper-class playground since the 18th century. Its maze-like streets and storied arcades remain a favored shopping, eating, and socializing destination for the world's elite. It's the neighborhood recognized as the most expensive property square in the British version of a Monopoly game board.

For the steep prices it demands, Mayfair has a lot to offer in culture, cuisine, sophistication, and style.

Mayfair Hotels

While historic Mayfair hotels like Claridge's and The Dorchester have pampered royal guests, for a sense of prestige, stay at The Ritz. Opened in 1906 as the first steel-framed building in London, this world-famous hotel is an unparalleled example of British refinement.

Steep in the tradition of an English afternoon tea in The Ritz' glorious Palm Court, or dine under crystal chandeliers in the Michelin-starred Ritz restaurant led by Executive Chef, John Williams MBE.

Rooms at The Ritz feature antique period furniture and five-star service. The decadent Trafalgar Suite is decorated in colors representing Admiral Nelson's victory over the combined Franco-Spanish fleet.

The glamour of The Ritz' atmosphere is ironically entwined with England's war history. Winston Churchill, Dwight Eisenhower, and Charles de Gaulle once talked World War II strategy in the elegant Marie Antoinette Suite.

Mayfair Shopping

Shepherd Market is considered to be the village center of Mayfair, but shoppers looking for the best high-end designer stores and exclusive boutiques head to Bond Street.

Armani, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Jimmy Choo, and Louis Vuitton all have storefronts on Bond. Just behind Bond Street, is the covered Burlington Arcade, running from Piccadilly to Burlington Gardens, this handsome colonnade includes Chanel and Manolo Blahnik among its desirable upmarket retailers and high-fashion boutiques.

Collectors in the market for a rare Rolex or Patek Philippe should explore Armour-Winston, Bond street's most trusted vintage watch supplier.

Mayfair Art and Culture

Two famous musicians lived on Brook Street in Mayfair. George Frederic Handel had a flat there, while Jimi Hendrix called the same place home more than 200 years later.

The Royal Academy of Arts is located in Burlington House and The Fine Art Society is one of many galleries on New Bond Street displaying both established and contemporary artists' work for savvy collectors.

Mayfair Dining

There is an abundance of fine dining options in Mayfair. The whimsical Sketch offers contemporary French and vegetarian fusion in a setting reminiscent of a Wes Anderson film.

Hours after Queen Elizabeth II was crowned, she became the first royal to eat in public at Quagliano's (called "Quags" by locals) enjoying the upmarket Euro-style brasserie that always hosts a well-heeled clientele.

For more Eastern flavors, Hakkassan and Nobu offer upscale Cantonese and Japanese fine-dining experiences.

The upscale Nobu chain has locations in Dubai, Hong Kong, Cape Town, Melbourne, and Mexico, but this Mayfair London location is a favorite of Kendall Jenner, Megan McKenna, and Matt Damon. Drake ate here after performing with Rihanna at the BRITS.

Celebrities love the low-calorie healthy Japanese food that Chef Nobu Matsuhisa is famous for.

Mayfair Member's Clubs

One feature that makes Mayfair so exclusive is its high-volume of private members' clubs. You have to be a member or get an invite to one of these opulent hangouts where celebrities and royalty sip cocktails on leather couches, enjoying the freedom found behind locked doors.

Morton's private members' club is a restaurant, lounge, and nightclub that offers a refined yet relaxed experience. The panoramic balcony provides beautiful views of Berkeley Square Gardens, while an art deco basement nightclub called 2&8 has a spacious dance floor, DJ booth and a bar, making it a perfect setting for fashion shows or deluxe parties.

Meghan Markle enjoyed a dinner recently at Little House, a private club opened by the Soho House group. This quiet house in Mayfair includes a restaurant, drawing room, and salon bar decorated with art by Taryn Simon and Jenny Holzer.

Visitors may bump into members Keira Knightley or James Corden enjoying the "subversively casual" atmosphere that is trademark here.

Mayfair Property

With the dust settling from the Brexit decision, London real estate is ramping up. Many historic Mayfair properties are enjoying a contemporary redressing these days as the resident profile trends younger.

Rap and style icon of the moment, A$AP Rocky bought a flat in Mayfair because unlike most of the places he goes, "they don't know who I am over there, they don't care about me that's why I love it."

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Twenty Grosvenor Square, a Four Seasons Private Residence, will be complete this summer. The building will offer 37 private residences including 3 luxury penthouses.

This world-class development will combine the comforts of home with the 24-hour concierge, valet services, and amazing amenities that characterize the Four Seasons.

With its established Victorian wealth mingling with the recent influx of the young elite, the grand squares of Mayfair stand to remain the symbol of posh London living.

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