Inside a Sprawling $49.5 Million Beachfront Estate on the Caribbean Island of Virgin Gorda
- The Valley Trunk Estate, a former luxury resort on Virgin Gorda, is now on the market for $49.5 million, offering 10 bedroom suites in five standalone villas.
A former luxury resort on the exclusive island of Virgin Gorda could now be your private holiday home.
The Valley Trunk Estate, an 18-acre spread in the Caribbean with 10 bedroom suites in five standalone villas, has hit the market for $49.5 million. For decades it was owned by the same family, and in 2012 it became a high-end destination welcoming tourists. After a full refresh completed last year, the epic property can now serve as your own private getaway along the island's white-sand beaches. Christie's International Real Estate, British Virgin Islands, and Rick Moeser at Premier Estate Properties hold the listing.
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"In my more than 30 years of experience in Caribbean real estate, Valley Trunk stands out as one of the most distinguished properties across the Caribbean," Moeser said. "This oasis establishes a new benchmark of refined resort-style living in a family home setting."
A billiards table and a wet bar make for an ideal party space.
The centerpiece of the Caribbean coastal-style compound—which gets its name from the trunk-back turtles indigenous to the island—is the main residence overlooking Sir Francis Drake Channel. Airy living and dining spaces are accompanied by a wet bar, billiards table, and home theater. Large covered terraces are ideal for hosting guests or just whittling the day away, while a sun-splashed terrace surrounds a curving infinity pool. A tennis court sits next to one of the villas, which could easily be turned into a gym or spa.
While the vibe of the property is clearly Caribbean, the materials used throughout have come from all over the world. Green roof tiles from Japan mimic the shades of the surrounding palm trees, while doors and woodwork handcrafted in Kenya bring a touch of the natural world inside. Vanities, cupboards, and closets were custom-made in Italy; windows and glass doors were sourced in Germany; and some of the textiles were transported from Africa.
One of the 10 ample bedroom suites spills onto a private terrace above the sea.
Garden pathways offer lush avenues for exploring the property's flora and fauna, some of which was cultivated in the estate's on-site nursery. Among the edible offerings are cashew, starfruit, almond, and mango trees. Maybe you'll even spot one of the property's namesake turtles.
A few years back, the Valley Trunk Estate popped up for sale with a slightly lower price tag of $48 million; recent updates across the property explain the uptick in price.
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