St Barths
With its splendid residential properties, beautiful beaches, agreeable climate, and favourable tax laws for property owners, St Barths is a long-time favourite amongst UHNW investors. The market here is stable, and the island attracts an upscale demographic seeking exclusivity, privacy, and security. Prime houses on St Barths are highly sought-after with high-reaching rental prices, particularly during peak season when travellers flock here seeking warmer weather and a similar energy to St Tropez’s summer beach club scene. Money no object, beachfront properties are the most desirable, but there are also exquisite hillside villas in gorgeous verdant settings with panoramic island and ocean views. Popular areas include St Jean, Pointe Milou, Colombier, and Flamands Beach.
Mustique
Mustique is a privately owned island with a unique setup whereby one dedicated management company handles all its real estate. There are a hundred or so houses on the island, many owned by royalty or A-list celebrities and mostly rented out at certain times of the year. With very few annual property sales, this is a niche market, and purchase opportunities are rare and often under-the-radar. Those who do invest in a property on Mustique are rewarded with gorgeous, verdant hills, hideaway beaches, glorious vantage points, a “clubby” community, and all the amenities one would find at a world-class private beach resort.
Antigua & Barbuda
With highly favourable tax conditions, a solid tourism infrastructure, great investment opportunities, and an enviable lifestyle, the dual-island nation of Antigua & Barbuda offers buyers plenty of incentives. The economy is stable, high-quality private rentals are in demand, and the Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program further drives investment. Oceanfront, family-style villas with direct beach access are particularly favoured, especially those with extensive tropical gardens, large wraparound terraces with plenty of entertaining space, fitness centres, media rooms, and oversized, sea-facing swimming pools.