Barbados has long been a playground for the rich and famous, with the likes of Simon Cowell, Rio Ferdinand, and Bajan native Rihanna all owning property on the Caribbean island. According to Chris Parra, president and CEO of One Caribbean Estates, this year is a prime time to follow suit. “Caribbean markets are proving to be strong investment opportunities due to a combination of economic, lifestyle, and structural factors. Barbados is continuing to rise in global interest driven by its strong luxury sales, fast transaction times, and appeal to digital nomads, retirees, and affluent buyers from the UK and US,” he explains. He’s not wrong; research shows that UK buyers comprised around 70 per cent of property purchases in the island’s prime real estate market last year, especially along its renowned West Coast.
Parra continues: “Government incentives, such as Citizenship‑by‑Investment and residency programmes, continue to attract international capital, while high-speed internet, improved flight connectivity, and world-class amenities make the islands highly appealing to remote workers and high-net-worth buyers.”
Enter One Beachlands: a newly constructed residence nestled in Barbados’ glamorous Holetown. With homes in high demand on Barbados’ West Coast, One Beachlands offers a rare opportunity to own one of only eight prestigious $20m+ properties in the area. So, what can you expect? The grand carriage entrance to this mansion-like estate features a captivating water feature, setting a tone of elegance and sophistication. With six expansive ocean-facing bedrooms, every space has been meticulously designed to cater to entertainment and indoor-outdoor living, including an ocean-facing private gym and a home cinema.
Outdoors, the splendour continues with a 75-foot-long infinity pool that seamlessly blends into the uninterrupted Caribbean Sea panorama. Two pavilions at either end of the pool provide prime spots to unwind and relax, while the surrounding lush garden opens onto your own slice of beach, where great tropical snorkelling is guaranteed.
Despite its tranquil beachfront setting, the villa is moments from Holetown’s world-class dining, luxury boutiques, golf courses, and the shopping experiences at Limegrove Lifestyle Centre. Whether envisioned as a primary residence, a second home, or a high-value beachfront investment, this is an opportunity to own a luxury villa in one of Barbados’ most prestigious coastal locations. Don’t say we didn’t tell you…
Listed for $25 million (around £18.9 million), visit onecaribbeanestates.com
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