A collection of my favorite Caribbean Private Island getaways. Many require you to buy out the island, but many are open to you sharing the island with those of similar tastes and interests.
Turks & Caicos
58 Rooms / including many 1 to 3 Bedroom Villas
COMO is always a wonderful stay, the crystal blue waters of Parrot Cay are unsurpassed.
Parrot Cay, a COMO Shambhala resort in Turks and Caicos, is located 25 minutes by speedboat from Providenciales, on a private, secluded island. Parrot Cay’s topography slopes up from the ocean to a ridge along the center of the island, whose elevation is about 50 feet. Crystal clear turquoise waters surround its 3.2 miles of white sand beaches. Groves of cactus and thickly entwined scrub and spreading mangroves and wetlands accent the beauty of this island’s 1,000 secluded acres.
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Long Island, Antigua and Barbuda
76 rooms
Jumby Bay Island Resort is actually located on Long Island and is one of the larger private island resorts in the Caribbean.
Set in one of the most beautiful, undisturbed places in the world, Jumby Bay is an island of simple pleasures. Reachable only by boat, and with no cars in sight, this private isle of white-powdered beaches and winding bicycle paths is a one-of-a-kind hideaway known, quite simply, as the finest resort in the Caribbean. Surrounded by the white sand beaches and tropical foliage of Antigua, Jumby Bay is a 300-acre private island noted for its luxury and world-class service. This exclusive Caribbean resort offers splendid accommodations, exquisite restaurants, a sensational spa and world-renowned facilities to showcase both the beauty of nature and the tradition of elegance that has long graced the private island.
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British Virgin Islands
20 rooms / 48 people maximum
Generally a full buyout, there are dates open for singles and couples on “Celebration Weeks”, contact me for the dates.
When you stay on Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island, you’ll enjoy a 74-acre Caribbean paradise. Accommodation on Necker Island includes 11 bedrooms in the Great House, including the Master Suite, Leha Lo, three Bali Houses, and two rooms in the Temple house, each with access to swimming pools. At the Great House, a bunk room sleeps up to six children. Your days are your own here. The staff will offer tempting dining choices, from six-course gala dinners to barbecues on Turtle Beach. Relax, soak up the sun, try your hand at beach Olympics, sign up for a tennis tournament, or go kitesurfing – it’s entirely your call.
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BVI British Virgin Islands
Full Estate buyout (there are 3 to choose from) in 7-day blocks / 22 total Guests Maximum
Perched on a dramatic outcrop commanding elevated sea views, at the northeast tip of the island, is The Branson Estate. Made up of three spectacular standalone villas, cleverly connected by elevated wooden walkways, and conveniently located next to the island’s communal recreational facilities, it sleeps a total of 22 guests. It even has its own private beach – the epitome of barefoot luxury living.
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Tortola, British Virgin Islands
18 Rooms in a mix of Cottages and Villas
Those seeking sun, solitude, and serious farm-to-table Caribbean cuisine will feel right at home at Guana Island. Spread out over 850 acres of pristine natural beauty, this all-inclusive hideaway has it all: whitewashed cottages and villas with private entrances and ocean views, a restaurant built into an eighteenth-century ruin serving Michelin-worthy local and international specialties, and seven secluded beaches to soak in those laid-back island vibes. Not to mention a fleet of watersports equipment at the ready, from stand-up paddle boards to snorkeling gear.
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Great Exuma, Bahamas
12 rooms / 24 Guests / Full buyout only
The private islands/atoll of David Copperfield.
The entire island of Musha Cay is reserved for just one group of as many as 24 guests at a time. “Private” doesn’t even begin to describe the exclusivity of this pampering retreat; here you’ll have access to 700 acres of lush island beauty and, as the staff is quick to say, a privacy so rich you’ll seem to disappear. There are five spectacular guesthouses for you and your guests alone, and each has its own private beach and unlimited amenities. Be as active as you wish – swim in the freshwater pool and, if the sea calls, try snorkeling or taking a WaveRunner out to explore 11 private islands.
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southern region of Turks & Caicos
10 Beachfront Pool Suites / 7 Private Villas
A 20-minute flight south from Providenciales lies Ambergris Cay and Little Ambergris Cay. The main island is not lush, but the sunshine is endless, as are the cool sea breezes.
Ambergris Cay is a private island resort offering 1,100 acres of rich terrain to explore, where the raw beauty of nature and the comforts of luxury living unite. Since the late 90s, a small community of private homeowners has called the island home, and now, with the addition of 10 suites and the ongoing development of 5-star resort facilities, you can too. With just ten rooms and seven villas for rent, the island never feels crowded. In fact, you’ll often feel as if you are the only guest; as if this is your own private oasis, with everyone catering to your unique needs. In a way, it is; everything from all inclusive dining to daily activities can be tailored to suit. So, make yourself at home and prepare to indulge.
BVI British Virgin Islands
Main House + several Beach Cottages / 14-16 Guests / Full buyout only
Eustatia Island emerges from the clear turquoise waters of the British Virgin Islands as one of the world’s most beautiful islands. The lush, self-sustaining 35-acre island is an exclusive sanctuary for travelers seeking to explore and relax. The island thrives with year-round ambient water temperature, over 300 days of sunshine per year and fresh trade winds. An elite fleet of boats, vast, superior water equipment and personalized coaches will outfit you with everything needed for the greatest adventures on land and water.
Buck Island, British Virgin Islands
13 Bedrooms / 26 Guests
The Aerial BVI, a new all-inclusive private island destination, brings together the unparalleled beauty of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) with an authentic, transformative experience for its guests. The experience provides guests with the space to find their center again, eat healing food, reconnect to nature and loved ones, and discover what matters most.
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