Anguilla - Caribbean paradise emerging as luxury real estate hotspot

The tiny island, Anguilla, has got a big reputation. It’s famed for celebrity-attracting luxury resorts, 33 glittering white sand beaches with crystal clear waters, extraordinary sail-flecked sea vistas, and tempting cuisine. It’s also the place where boat racing isn’t just a hobby, but the national sport. This British Overseas Territory is 16 miles long and 3 miles at her widest point. Anyway, this 35 square mile island in the British West Indies, just north of St. Maarten is not just about the beaches and vistas. Second home developers are showing a great interest in this island. As soon as three new luxurious, residential resorts from several world famous development groups and architects open their doors in Anguilla, it will escalate the resort real estate development to new heights.

Temenos Anguilla
At Temenos, you will find yourself amidst architecture influenced by Greece and a landscape that is inspired by natural beauty of the Caribbean islands. Estate homes are four and a half baths and five and a half baths respectively. The Temenos’ beachfront and hillside residences bring to mind the tranquil island elegance of Santorini, complete with sun-soaked courtyards, and sparkling private pools. Moreover, you can enjoy golf at the Temenos Golf Club, which provides golfers with the ultimate experience combining a competitive Greg Norman golf course with breathtaking views of the Caribbean. You can also enjoy world-class tennis facility, and modish on-site restaurants, including one from New York chef David Bouley. Properties, scheduled for completion in 2008, include residences, villas, spa villas, and estates and range between $1.4 and $12.5 million.

The Residences at Rendezvous Bay
The beachfront resort real estate designed by Peter Marino, who designed the Armani residence in Milan among others, is slated to open in 2010. Peter Marino is designing each and every aspect of the Residences at Rendezvous Bay. This unique collection of beachfront estates, penthouses, and residences will boast private pools, spectacular views, indoor-outdoor living and luxurious amenities such as spa and fitness center, private butlers, and waterfront cabanas. Properties range from $3 million to $20 million.

Viceroy Anguilla
Rising from more than 35 acres of exclusive beachfront and anchored on a high coral point separating Barnes Bay and Meads Bay, Viceroy Anguilla realizes a new standard in the midst of an exotic island setting. It will boast a bluff-top restaurant, lounge, and infinity pool. The interiors have been designed by award-winning Kelly Wearstler. Scheduled for completion in 2008, the residences include 25 villas and townhomes with a private infinity pool, 115 residences with heated plunge pools, and a few penthouses. Properties range from $850,000 to $7 million.

Via:   bornrich