Turks & Caicos Islands Real Estate Services - Regency International Estates


January 10, 2012

The Shore Club

by RIE

Long Bay Beach

Caribbean Elegance Awaits.

Conjuring feelings of Caribbean cool and Tropical elegance through the legacy of an iconic master.

Christies International Real Estate

Exquisite craftsmanship, attention to detail, a taste of adventure and an amazing sense of texture create this 6000 square foot highly stylized architectural masterpiece that is The Shore Clubs new Estate Villa on Long Bay. Adorned as if a quintessential Barbadian Estate from a bygone era, it is the purest distillation of Caribbean chic.
Subtle arches deliver classical symmetry while Coral Stone Doric Colonnades, open balconies and decoratively terraced walkways clad in tropical foliage add charm, authenticity, depth and a sense of mood, securely rooted in a tropical, oceanfront lifestyle.

Enter a truly bespoke and exclusive resort residence, perfectly designed to offer unsurpassed views, tranquility, and the ultimate in privacy, all sweeping across 820 feet of pristine beach and azure waters.

The villas have been designed by creating strong lines and a magically defined connection between the villa, tropical landscape and ocean settings. Subtle proscenium arches act as focal points, capturing majestic views and framing scenic vistas, creating splendid botanical and turquoise ocean backdrops against which your life inside is played out, melting divisions between interior and exterior spaces, engaging your imagination in completing the scene, as if adding a final brush stroke to a timeless masterpiece.

In a world were every gaze settles upon a natural masterpiece, the true measure of design is to frame its splendor from the inside out, toward the theatre of nature, or from outside in, exposing an elegance of design, as if one was melting into the other…

As carefully crafted as its cool Caribbean architecture is the human element offered at The Shore Club. Truly subtle and understated, you will enjoy a lifestyle made easy with a personal butler. Welcoming you home, easing you into a state of relaxation from the moment you arrive.

The villa will enjoy all amenities of the Shore Club including the award-winning Hartling Group as Management Company for leasing as an option, concierge, reception, spa, retail boutique, fine dining, the grand colonnade pool and oceanfront pool and bar areas.

For further Details on the Shore Club please visit Christies International Real Estate 

        

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


by RIE

The Real Estate market in the Turks and Caicos is like no other… so many factors contribute to the “Value” of our islands real estate, most of which are well outside of what many would ever consider when buying a property in their own hometown. In the beginning they are continually banging away on their calculators in a futile effort to compare a property they may have seen in the Bahamas, Florida, or even worse, back home.

Quality of life is not measured by the “Price per square foot” formula it doesn’t exactly translate to “value per square foot”.

On every showing, with every client, I share the same statement, and do the same exact thing. If you can imagine standing on a beautiful balcony, I direct their gaze through the palm trees and out onto the powder soft white sandy beach, and turquoise waters beyond the infinity pools and say:

“You know, you can buy four walls, marble tiled floors, and cascading bathroom fixtures anywhere in the world, but that,” (pointing to the ocean) “that you can’t get just buy anywhere”. 

This one-statement helps them put into perspective exactly what it is they are doing. It’s not just a new property they are looking at, but also a new lifestyle

However, that’s just scratching the surface. The Turks and Caicos Islands offer so much more than just a great new lifestyle; it offers an investment opportunity that is felt to be unrivalled throughout most of the Caribbean. 

With an attractive Tax Haven Status with no annual property, income, inheritance and capital gains tax, stable government, no restrictions on foreign ownership and property ownership guaranteed by the British Crown, the islands instil a level of confidence rarely found in the Caribbean.

When you roll all of this in with the TCI’s convenient and great location - just a 90 minute flight from the US mainland, a mere 3.5 hour direct flight from Canada, and the fact that it is English Speaking, with U.S. Dollar as the local currency and has a very low crime rate, these islands offer a treasure trove of benefits that add value to every property in the Turks and Caicos Islands. 

This level of understanding takes time, and is usually something we can pass onto to our clients within a reasonable showing period of a day or two. It’s at this point that they put away their calculators and see the big picture. The myriad of benefits briefly we briefly touched on is the true value of the property you will inevitably buy in the beautiful Turks and Caicos Islands.


by RIE

Regency International Estate the Exclusive Affiliate of Christie's International Real Estate has just introduced a limited inventory of amazing Private Island properties to its global network.

Parrot Cay in the Turks and Caicos is the northern Caribbean's pre-eminent private island. It combines nature with 1000 unspoilt acres, including a mile-long powdered beach – with understated style, cosseting service and smiling staff.Here you will find an award-winning holistic spa, health-giving cuisine and beach houses with private pools. At Parrot Cay, the soul is unique with space to rediscover those forgotten rhythms of long days and easy nights.

Owning a private home at Parrot Cay is about diving into the pool each morning and feeling as if you are the first person to exist. It’s about feeling free, in the company of family and friends, and having a piece of pristine Caribbean all to yourself.Your villa fits snugly within Parrot Cay’s natural contours while maximising privacy. The views to open ocean uplift the soul while the mile-long beach is a privilege that’s rare. Enjoy all this, including the sound of silence, seeing only an occasional boat bobbing out at sea.Think of it as a place filled with sunshine and when evening falls, a sky packed with stars.

A place to want for nothing for everything is on hand.

Three-Bedroom Villas:

Each set on an acre and a half of its own private land, protected by lush, native vegetation and the rise of the dunes. They are orientated towards the sea in order to catch the breeze.These new three-bedroom villas are single-floor homes where the living space extends directly onto your extensive Brazilian hardwood deck, flowing into the infinity-edged pool and down to the powdery white beach.The highest standards of contemporary living are reflected in outdoor showers, sun-drenched living rooms and master bedroom suites with sweeping views of the turquoise ocean.


A Beach House to retreat to, to indulge in, love and savour:

Quietly contemporary and soaked in natural light, our relaxed two-bedroom beach houses available to purchase will have large decks and soul-stirring pools with direct access to the white beach that lies a few steps 
in front.Their casual, elegant design will be dominated by the neutral colours of sun-bleached oak. Living comforts will include an open living and dining area, dual master bedroom suites with private outdoor showers  and an expansive deck. You can dine inside or out; have the masseuse come to you; go fishing, diving or throw a beachfront barbecue in your foot-in-the-sand paradise.  

Parrot Cay Luxury Home Sites

Make your Parrot Cay villa your Caribbean fiefdomOur total commitment to privacy, comfort and the island’s unspoiled natural setting is what sets a home on Parrot Cay apart. The island invites a visionary to create their own ideal of perfection, with blistering white beaches to inspire the design.Landowners can be as involved with the building process as much as they like, employing their own architects or engaging our Estate Management team. On construction of the property, all landowners have access to Parrot Cay’s facilities including the award-winning COMO Shambhala Retreat

 


by RIE

Regency International Estates the Exclusive Affiliates of Christies International Real Estate has released the Turks and Caicos Islands as one of the worlds "Great Locations".

This is a significant step in showcasing the Turks and Caicos Islands luxury properties along with the islands laid-back lifestyle to the Christies global network in over 40 countries aroung the world.

Embodying the traditions of integrity and trust cultivated over 240 years,Christies International Real Estate is unrivalled in its ability to serve the global community through a network of carefully selected professionals.

Experstise and brand name create a powerful combination that make the Christies International Real Estate the leading authority in luxury residential properties worldwide.

By cultivating this unique balance of worldwide scope with a personal touch,Christie's International Real Estate has become a global authority on the effective marketing of fine properties,providing insightful advisory support along with sensitivity and intelligence,Finely tuned marketing services and a commitment to the business philosophy established by Christie's in 1766 define a brand based on trust,integrity,discretion,and excellence.

Regency International Estates
www.theturksandcaicos.com

 

 


by RIE

One of the beauties of what we do in the Turks and caicos Islands is our access to some of the worlds most beautiful homes, such as Emerald Cay. As Exclusive affiliates of Christies Intenrational Real Estate we have a unique opportunity to share properties such as Emerald Cay with a global network in over 40 countries around the world, all reaching the high net worth buyer who appreciate such properties as not just homes,but works of art,

Uniquely spectacular real estate in the Turks and Caicos Islands has once again played feature on the small screen, with R.A. Shaw-designed Emerald Cay showcasing as part of HGTV’s Million Dollar Rooms.

Ten years ago, real estate agents were selling million-dollar homes. Today they’re selling homes with million-dollar rooms.

The May 5 one-hour show featured 10 of the most expensive rooms in the world, including the three-story library of the $48.5 million dollar Emerald Cay estate located on the southwestern shore of Providenciales.

An all access pass into 10 of the most expensive rooms in the world, the show featured everything from a $5 million, two-story custom closet to a lavish home spa in Thailand. The show was promoted as “an exclusive look inside the most spectacular, one-of-a-kind designed rooms.”

The library, which is estimated to have cost around $4 million, is custom built, fully wood paneled room centering around a one of a kind helical staircase.

“The sophistication and structural integrity it is second to none,” explains Ron Shaw, owner of R.A. Shaw Designs, who designed the room said and managed the complete build of the project.

Shaw says the show’s highlight of the Emerald Cay library correctly displays the abilities and capabilities of design and construction in the TCI. “We can compete really well with the North American design market,” he said.

This is not the first time homes in the TCI have been featured on HGTV, the most popular home and garden channel in the United States. The popular “House Hunters International” show has featured home buyers searching for their dream homes in the TCI on several occasions over recent years.


by RIE

International luxury real estate shoppers can now search by "Private Island" and "Villa" on christiesrealestate.com. This brings a new total of 11 property types and 16 lifestyle search options now available on the site. 

Believe it or not, we have found that one of the leading property searches in the Caribbean luxury real estate market is for "Private Islands", and with such amazing islands as Parrot Cay,Ambergris Cay,Dellis Cay,Pine Cay, and West Caicos, the Turks and Caicos has its fair share of private Islands and luxury Villas.

If you have been "labouring" under the impression that our economy is bad right now. Not so! the WSJournal points out that the super high-end real estate market, at least, is doing just fine, which is a relief. There's never been a better time to purchase a luxurious private island that could hypothetically be your very own private domain! Just ask Johnny Depp.

Perhaps the best-known private-island compound is magician David Copperfield's 700-acre resort Musha Cay, which is spread across 11 islands... Mr. Copperfield describes it as a place where he can "create magic in three dimensions" and where a stay can include an optional, interactive treasure hunt where he says guests are immersed in a "living movie." (Dozens of actors and illusionists are imported to play pirates.) Recent additions to the resort include trained macaws that pick up Musha Cay's refuse and a "secret village," opening soon, where visitors can interact with tame monkeys.

The good thing is that you don't have to buy an entire island to get the benefits of the private island lifestyle. Parrot Cay, one of the Turks and Caicos Islands most beautiful islands assures a Paparazzi free retreat for the rich and famous. Many very well known "A-List" stars actually own properties on Parrot Cay, with many of the worlds "Who's Who" traveling to the island for well deserved vacations away from prying eyes and superior service. 

Katherine and I spend a great deal of our time on all the private islands in the TCI, both for business and pleasure.. In fact, Katherine and I were married at Keith Richards House on Parrot Cay, walking down the aisle (beach) to the Rolling Stones "Sympathy for the Devil", an awesome experiance.

Private Island life is a magical experience and one we recommend to anyone looking for that perfect piece of paradise.

Visit Regency International Estates at:www.THEturksandcaicos.com


by RIE

One of the hottest locations on the planet.

You will find there’s common myth in business circles that investing in real estate property is riskier as compared to dealing in bonds and stocks. But it is not very the actuality as property investments have been typically the most popular technique of savvy investors for more than 50 years now leading them to be multi-millionaires and even billionaires from intelligent dealing in property. The possibilites of making substantial amounts of income is there in property investments but it really is not all roses, like all investments property has it is pitfalls like the fact that you simply can’t ever be sure you will find good assets on the market.

The current bursting of the property bubble made paupers of those that missed it coming and there were lots of who fell target to the great fall in the market. With the future not looking so shiny in the marketplace for a lot of years to come, sensible investors have seen a one-time only chance in the kind of the Turks and Caicos islands. On the surface, it seems to be the ideal choice. Idyllic location, not an incredibly popular tourist attraction yet though there appears to be marketing efforts being made to change this. Right now there are already around 200,000 vistiors annually which is a pretty decent number but it is set to rise dramtialy over the next five to ten years.

Because of the lack of tourism real estate investment is being snapped up buy investors quickly and at bargain prices. The best thing abotu Turks and Caicos is that the only 8 out of the 40 isalnds are populated and Provdenciales makes up the majority of the population. With so much free land available, there will be a host of development opportunities though naturally the local government will not allow any business to spoil the scenic beauty of the islands.

When you purchase real estate investment property on the Turks and Caicos islands, it belongs to you which guarantees you are able to rent out the accommodation to interested parties. Over the few years this location is set to be one of the hottest locations on the planet and so the owners by then will be able to call the proces themselves. It should be noted that landlords of these properties are responsible for paying the mortgage and maintenance costs. However, the zero tax rate enjoyed by property owners in the Turks and Caicos islands is a real boon and the rent charged to visitors should easily cover mortgage repayments and generate some extra profit on top.

Those who will be interested in renting out property on these beautiful islands are likely to be wealthy business people so there should be no worries about bringing in bad tenants who cause damage. So now you can see that investing in rela estate is bound to make you alot more money as compared to stock and shares because property values are set to increase should you determine to sell and renting the property to tenants is an ideal way of generating a respectable second income in the meantime.

Be smart like the other investors look into proeprties for example Turks and Caicos real estate and make your offer beofre everyone else does.

Made up of over 40 islands and small cays,our islands are situated about 575 miles south-east of Miami and 90 miles north of the Dominican Republic.

As being a British Overseas Territory while using US Dollar as the standard currency, luxury real estate investments are ideally suited.


by RIE

By Vivian Tyson - SUN Senior Editor

Government is awaiting a consultation document from someone who has been described as ‘a serious investor’ interested in the unfinished West Caicos resort project, which it said should aimed at highlighting the benefits for the economy and the people of the TCI.
Governor Damian Roderick ‘Ric’ Todd, who made the disclosure at a post Advisory Council press briefing at the office of the Department of Disaster Management and Emergency on Providenciales Wednesday, October 19, said also that a package to encourage the development is also being worked on.

“There is a proposal by a serious investor to take over and complete the West Caicos development, and what I have decided is that, there will be two things will happen. First, the developer will produce a consultation document setting out what it is they plan to do on the island and the benefits they feel will come to the people and the economy of these islands. And that will then be discussed among everyone.“Second, we are negotiating with the developer a suitable package which will encourage that development to take place, subject to the consultation being favourable and subject to us agreeing the right terms and conditions, I would like to see that development go forward,” Governor Todd said.
Governor Todd told the media that he took a trip to West Caicos last week to see first hand the calibre of structure that is laid their and was impressed with the architecture and the nature reserve, saying that it has a great deal of potential of income generation.
The Governor, however, could not give a timeline as to when the go ahead would issued for the development to continue saying it is based on the paperwork to be and the package being worked on.

“We are waiting on the developers to present us with their consultation document. I was hoping to have it in time for the meeting today (Wednesday), but they have not yet completed it. So, I think we would move as fast as the developers are able to move,” Governor Todd said.

Recently The SUN reported that a number of overseas investors have expressed their interest in resuming the stalled Molasses Reef Ritz Carlton development on West Caicos, and based on interest expressed, the project could soon come back on stream.

At the time of its development the property was being marketed as:
•    A 125 sea-swept suites and 75 private, Ritz-Carlton branded Island Villas;
•    Three restaurants created by renowned Chef Gray Kunz;
•    A full-service spa, offering indigenous treatments;
•    Ocean-front guest suites with private terraces, overlooking more than a half mile of pristine Caribbean beach;
•    A natural wildlife sanctuary, two national parks; and
•    An array of archaeological and cultural sites

Posted Oct 25 2011


by RIE

 What's the off-shore draw?

Located some 80 minutes southeast of Miami, off the Florida Keys are the Turks & Caicos Islands. Often referred to as TCI for short, this small beautiful British Dependent Territory, south of the Bahamas has grown to become a vacation and retirement destination for many Canadians, and theres no wonder why. No different than the droves of Canadians that head out of the city to cottage country each summer, with multiple direct flights out of Toronto each week, more and more Canadians are opting to invest in a second leisure home in TCI to truly get away from it all and enjoy 12 months of endless summers.

Why buy a home in TCI? 


The Turks and Caicos Islands are blessed with some of the most stunning beach coastlines in the entire world and have won many awards for having some of the “Worlds Best Beaches” In less time than you can go from the GTA to Niagara Falls and back, you can be kicking back with a cocktail on one of the best beaches in the entire world. With sandy beaches that stretch for miles as part of a national park system, it comes as no surprise that travellers consistently rate TCI beaches amongst the very best in the world. And with over 300 days of sunshine each year it is hard not to reconnect with nature and indulge in an active outdoor lifestyle.


In the Turks and Caicos you will soon understand that you may never see a traffic jam again. There is not even a single traffic light or fast-food franchise, and for that matter not even a single mall in the entire exists country. But that’s not what you are looking for, its what you are looking to leave behinf. Fortunately, you are not far away from anything and can be where you want to be in an average of 10 minutes. If you do like to shop or wine and dine you will find a cornucopia of boutiques, duty-free, unique eateries, coffee shops, nightlife and fine dining venues. Prefer to eat in and stay connected with the world outside.No problem. What you want is what you get. It is all here. From the simple to the sublime, TCI is the perfect idyllic setting to get back to basics and redefine life as you have always dreamed it could be.
Buying process
Whether you are interested in buying a charming Caribbean cottage, penthouse condominium or a lavish villa, the process of buying a home in TCI is easy. In fact, it is very similar to the process of buying a home in Canada.

Given the strength of the Canadian dollar coupled with historically low interest rates, and softening in the marketplace created due to the downturn in the U.S. economy, now is the best time in over two decades to invest in the TCI real estate market. With luxury fully furnished condos minutes from the beach priced from as low as $140,000 ,much less than the price of even a modest cottage in Canada - it's no wonder the number of people arriving in TCI is up by at least10% since last year.

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