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Real Estate: The Battle of the BVI’s
Virgin Gorda and Tortola go head-to-head to win your heart
By Laurie Dyke & Erin Bresnahan
Although grouped together, the two main British Virgin Islands of Tortola and Virgin Gorda are very different and most people will swear by their favorite. If you’re on the fence, below is a case for each as well as some properties to whet your appetite!
Tortola is the largest of the BVI’s and also the most developed. The airport is connected via a bridge to Beef Island with direct flights coming in from San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Kitts and St. Maarten, making it the more accessible of the two. Tortola offers its residents a busier and more traditional lifestyle with more street markets, shopping, restaurants, attractions, and nightlife than Virgin Gorda. Many people also go here to visit one of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean, Cane Garden beach.
Virgin Gorda, on the other hand, is much quieter than its larger neighbor. Its main lures are the world-famous Baths, where volcanic boulders have created small pools of water, its idyllic, uncrowded beaches. You won’t see throngs of tourists here, and the island’s unassuming charm has won the hearts of many.
Take a peek below at some of what Tortola and Virgin Gorda have to offer to the discerning buyer:
Villa Shannon, Tortola:
A stunning villa nestled into the hillside with beautifully manicured gardens, stone walls and a stone lined stream with an arched bridge connecting the three bedroom house to the one bedroom guest cottage. $3,100,000
Amberjack House, Tortola:
Situated on the north coast of Tortola, Amberjack House offers panoramic views in all directions. With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a look out tower, free form swimming pool and only a 10 minute walk to the beach, this villa offers its residents the best of island living. US $1,700,000.
Southeast Breezes, Virgin Gorda:
This villa embodies luxury and seclusion. This Balinese-inspired villa has 4 bedrooms and 6 baths. Nestled into the hillside, the property is a short walk from The Baths and Spring Bay. It also includes a 3 bedroom guest house which is perfect for large groups who like to soak up the sun and relax together. US $4,000,000.
Little Trunk Bay, Virgin Gorda:
Located in one of the island’s most prestigious areas, this gorgeous 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom villa shares a beautiful white sand beach with only 9 other exclusive homes. The villa is kept very private due to the high hedges that enclose it. US $2,300,000.
If you have a favorite BVI, we’d love to hear from you along with your reasons why your heart lies where it does! We’re also happy to answer any questions you may have about the properties above, or help you explore additional options in the British Virgin Islands or throughout the Caribbean, Central America and Mexico.
Call 1-877-953-7400 ext. 240 toll free from North America, (514) 393-3003 ext 240 from overseas, or E-mail.
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This material is based upon information which we consider reliable, but because it has been supplied by third parties, we cannot represent that it is accurate or complete, and it should not be relied upon as such. This offering is subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice.
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