RECORD SALE REALIZED FOR VILLA DELFINA IN THE U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS
The Luxury Villa in Peter Bay on the Caribbean Island of St. John Sells Through John Foster Real Estate, an Exclusive Affiliate of Christie’s Great Estates
Peter Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands (10/26/2009) — Villa Delfina, Peter Bay’s most fabulously equipped luxury villa, has sold. Listed for US$8,495,000, it realized the highest price for a property sold on St. John in the past two years. The sale was closed in 45 days by Peter Briggs, listing broker and owner of John Foster Real Estate. “We handled both sides of this transaction, bringing together a seller from the West Coast and buyer from the East Coast,” says Briggs. “This illustrates the diversity of the Virgin Islands marketplace and collective outreach of John Foster Real Estate and Christie’s Great Estates.” The 13,100-square-foot, five-bedroom residence was constructed in 2007. The luxury villa affords spectacular views and was designed to provide incredible privacy along with ample room and facilities to entertain. Among the highlights are a main living area; a coral-stone courtyard; and a covered balcony overlooking an infinity-edge pool surrounded by private courtyards replete with palm trees, a wet bar, a grill, a hot tub, hammocks, and alfresco dining areas. The lower-level entertainment center, unrivalled in the Virgin Islands, comprises a billiards room, a wet bar, a media room, a projection and sound system, pinball and electronic games, a business center, and fitness equipment. Download PDF
About Christie’s Great Estates
Christie’s Great Estates (www.christiesgreatestates.com) is the largest international network of real estate companies dedicated to the sale and marketing of luxury homes and is a subsidiary of Christie’s, the world’s leading art business. Committed to the auction house’s two-century-old tradition of exceptional customer service and expertise in high-value marketing, the Christie’s Great Estates global network spans more than 40 countries with 900 offices and approximately 36,000 brokers.
Admittance to the Christie’s Great Estates network is offered by invitation only to those real estate companies with proven records of success in high-value home sales and who exemplify Christie’s traditional value of service. Once awarded affiliate status, brokers may then display the coveted Christie’s brand and use the proprietary marketing services of Christie’s Great Estates, which has successfully marketed high-value real estate around the globe for more than 20 years.
Christie's Great Estates Oct. 26, 2009 press release
About John Foster Real Estate
The John Foster Real Estate team has been servicing the U.S. Virgin Islands since 1972. The brokers at John Foster Real Estate have a combined experience of over 150 years in St. Thomas. When you work with John Foster, you will benefit from this experience. John Foster Real Estate offers 21st-Century technology with old-time personal service.
Take advantage of a unique time in our marketplace. Activity and market volume are up and further growth is anticipated. The availability of stateside title insurance in conjunction with our unique position as the only U.S. possession in the Caribbean create a stable atmosphere for your real estate investment. The U.S. Virgin Islands real estate is attractive to the European and UK investor due to the recent weakness of the U.S. dollar relative to the euro and pound sterling. Professional management allows you to enjoy your property without the inconveniences normally associated with absentee ownership. Inquire about recent legislation, which affords substantially lower tax rates to stateside companies that domicile in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Contact us today!
John Foster Real Estate now has an office on St. John at 6B Caneel Hill, St. John, VI 00830.
Dubai, September 22, 2008 – Jumeirah, the Dubai-based luxury international hospitality management group and a member of Dubai Holding, has been appointed to manage a luxury multi-use resort occupying the entire western tip of St. Thomas, one of the US Virgin Islands. This was announced at a signing ceremony held yesterday in St. Thomas attended by Gerald Lawless, Executive Chairman of the Jumeirah Group and David Burden, Founder and CEO of Timbers Resorts....Click here for complete press release.
19-July-2006: The Preserve at Botany Bay was approved by the Coastal Zone Management Division
It is with great excitement that we present to you The Preserve at Botany Bay. On July 25th, 2006, the Coastal Zone Management Division of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Planning and Natural Resources approved the development of The Preserve at Botany Bay. Having been an undeveloped private estate for over 80 years, Botany Bay is now available to the public for the first time ever; and the Timbers Company, in joint venture with SV Capital of Denver, is now offering The Preserve at Botany Bay, as its newest boutique resort and first in the Caribbean.
The Preserve at Botany Bay is a private, gated enclave comprised of 367 acres of lush, tropical forest that encompasses the entire western tip of St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. Surrounded on three sides by clear blue waters, the property gently slopes down to two secluded beach coves that peacefully exist at the confluence of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. This creates a stunning backdrop from which 41 Estate Lots have been delicately crafted. With commanding views of the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea, this is an opportunity to own a piece of Botany Bay’s initial offering, one of 41 generously sized private Estate Lots. Experience Botany Bay, where white-tailed deer, rare parrots and whales are your closest neighbor.
In addition to the Estate Lots, The Villas at Botany Bay will soon be released through their initial offering. Do not miss this opportunity to explore Botany Bay at its ground level.
Private Residence Club
The planned Residences at Botany Bay will feature four-bedroom residences with approximately 3600 square feet of luxurious living space. Each of the spacious and exquisitely furnished villas will overlook sparkling turquoise waters and a dazzling white sand beach. In addition, each residence will have its own private splash pool. The Residences at Botany Bay are being designed and are subject to approval.
Boutique Hotel
At the heart of Botany Bay will be the planned intimate and secluded boutique hotel composed of nine graceful buildings and featuring 48 spacious one-bedroom suites and 18 two-bedroom suites created to reflect the relaxed Caribbean lifestyle. All the suites will be nestled into the hillside with dramatic views of the ocean and easy access to all amenities and beaches. The hotel will feature fine and casual restaurants that open to terraces, boutique spa, and exceptional levels of personalized service.
Five Star Amenities
All guests at The Preserve at Botany Bay will enjoy a wealth of luxury services and amenities. The Beach Club will be a natural place for guests to gather and relax around the service-oriented infinity-edge pool tucked against the water’s edge of Botany Bay or the neighboring lap pool. The waterfront spa will offer a wide variety of pampering, restorative and wellness treatments and fitness conditioning. An oceanfront fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment and a Pilates and Yoga room will also be available to guests and owners, as well as a concierge to attend to reservations for charters, dining and unique island experiences.
There is biking, hiking, diving and snorkeling and guided day trips – everything to make life in this tropical idyll a vision of paradise, perfected.
