Turks & Caicos Islands Real Estate Services - Regency International Estates


by RIE

 

Turks and Caicos Islands’ real estate brokers, Regency International Estates, proudly announce a Christie’s Sale of Distinction on the Caribbean Island of Providenciales. 

The unique Private Island of Emerald Cay has recently been purchased by a private family from mainland North America. The family, who wishes to maintain their privacy, plans to use the island for getaways and to entertain friends and loved ones. This private island is the ideal getaway for a busy family, and is just a 90 minute flight from Miami to the international airport on Providenciales and then a short drive to the bridge access to the 2+ acre Emerald Cay. 

The award-winning home was designed by renowned architectural firm RA Shaw Designs Ltd. and took over six years of construction to reach completion. 30,000 square feet of interior living space is complemented by magnificent outdoor areas that provide many opportunities to enjoy the perfect year-round temperatures of the Turks and Caicos Islands. A sophisticated Crestron system has automated virtually the entire residence, including lighting and air conditioning, as well as the audio system that accompanies the awe inspiring home theatre. A three-storey library with 45 foot ceilings, is one of the many stunning spaces, and has been featuring on HGTV. The master-bedroom pavilion and magnificent rotunda with 45 foot high cypress ceilings are just two of the additional magnificent features of this property. 

We wish the family a lifetime of happy memories in their new home in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the perfect place to come together and celebrate life’s successes. 

 

 

 


by RIE

 

Regency International Estates ~ Exclusive Affiliates of Christies International Real Estate are proud to announce the sale of Emerald Cay.

By Regeny International Estates

28th October, 2012

 

Emerald Cay is undoubtedly one of the most unique and magnificent properties in the Turks and Caicos Islands, if not the entire Caribbean. This spectacular property combines pristine island beauty with high-end, high-tech luxury, wrapped in unparalleled privacy. All the ingredients needed for the ultimate tropical hideaway.

This private island retreat sits on a little over 2 acres of secluded oceanfront property, surrounded by sparkling turquoise waters and access granted by a one-of-a-kind automated "swing bridge". Once entering the estate you are instantly struck by the majestic architecture, unparalleled million-dollar rooms, exquisite finishes, and attention to detail. Emerald Cay offers the ultimate presentation of mans imagination and ingenuity, mixed with the islands natural beauty.  

Katherine Baryluk: Owner and Broker of Regency International Estates

Its breathtaking rotunda sets the tone for an array of dazzling living spaces including the three story great room with 45-foot-high cypress ceilings. A three-story library that took almost 4 years to complete just the finish that can easily sit ten in comfortable reclining leather chairs. This amazing locale also boasts, a tennis court, an 8,000 bottle wine cellar, 10 bedrooms, 11 baths, and approximately 27,000 square feet of living space, boat house, docks, Sunrise and Sunset Gazebos.

Katherine Baryluk and Robert Greenwood, Brokers and Owners of Regency International noted: "We are extremely pleased that there has been a positive outcome, luxury properties such as Emerald Cay have a limited and select clientele. As such, there needs to be a greater depth depth to any marketing effort in order to effectively share such properties with the world. Implementing the many outlets at our disposal, from social media, print, and web, to television shows produced and aired on such popular and focused networks as "WealthTV". Prior to the sale of Emerald Cay, we showcased the estate on WealthTV, receiving the channels highest ratings for their "Private Islands" show. We quickly followed up with a second episode profiling such luxurious private islands as the A-List Parrot Cay. We feel that Caribbean Real Estate is some of the most desired throughout the world, with the future of the Turks and Caicos Islands being bright".  

The Turks and Caicos Islands are seeing a significant jump in real estate sales across the board. We are now in that very desirable position of experiencing the market strengthen, but remain great value as a prime real estate destination.  For a greater and more in-depth look at how the real real estate market is jumping please take a look at our "Q3 STATE OF THE MARKET REPORT".

As the exclusive affiliates of Christie's International Real Estate, we are represented by more than 120 qualified brokerages covering more than 40 countries, affording us the opportunity of sharing distinguished properties in almost every corner of the globe. Much of what we do for our clients such as the stunning Christies Magazine can be found fashionable hotels, private airport lounges, and Affiliate offices across the world. As well as important Christie’s auctions in such cities as Hong Kong, New York, Dubai, London, Milan, Geneva, and Paris.

Whilst we are obviously happy that EMERALD CAY has sold, we now look for the next big challenge.

For further information on what Regency International Estates, The Exclusive Affiiates of Christie's Internatonal Real Estate can do for you, please review our "BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS".


by RIE

Beautiful Oceanfront Resort Property at The Regent Palms - LISTED: $1,340,000USD "SOLD"

Regency International Estates just closed on a stunning 3 bedroom - 3 1/2 bathroom Oceanview vacation property at one of the Turks and Caicos Islands premier properties, The Regent Palms.

The 72-suite Regent Palms resort in Providenciales; Turks and Caicos, is one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secrets. Located just steps away from the flawless white sands and sparkling sapphire waters of the Grace Bay Beach – ranked as among the most beautiful in the world - the luxury resort offers maximum pampering and indulgence. Boundless ocean views from stylishly-appointed properties ensure peace and tranquility while world-class amenities; including a 25,000 square foot spa and state-of-the-art infinity pool, promise rest and relaxation. A well-equipped Fitness Centre, together with water sports and tennis cater for more active guests.

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by RIE

 

A NEW BEGINNING

NEW ISSUE

Christie’s International Real Estate is a globally-renowned brand synonymous with luxury and glamour. For over 25 years, our elite clientele have entrusted us with the world’s most prestigious properties. Our experts offer the ultimate in expertise and exclusive access to ensure your luxury real estate experience is successful.

In this issue, we have created a fresh new look that we hope you will enjoy. We have also incorporated real-life stories about the homes, hobbies, and lives of our readers. One writer, designer, and model who knows only too well that home is wherever you choose to make it is India Hicks, who moved from Britain to the Bahamas 16 years ago. Hicks talks about life on an idyllic island, where people walk barefoot and commute by golf cart. She also explains how leaving home means one can experience the joys of then returning home. This issue also highlights vineyard owners who enjoy the benefits of living and working on their properties, while creating award-winning boutique wines. You’ll also read about how New York’s urban park, the High Line, is blazing a trail of residential regeneration through Manhattan’s West Side.

To further inspire you, more than 150 pages of fabulous properties are featured, all waiting to be called "home."

At Christie’s International Real Estate, we pride ourselves on our integrity and trusted expert advice. We have led the field with our stringent standards, passion for beautiful homes, and proven record of success. In a quarter of a century, we have grown to comprise 125 exclusive affiliated brokerages in more then 40 countries. Our unique network combines global vision and reach with local knowledge and expertise, so you can rest assured that, whether you are looking to buy or sell property, there will be a Christie’s International Real Estate Affiliate on hand in your market to make your experience as smooth and efficient as possible.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE NEW ISSUE


by RIE

Regency International Estates - The exclusive affiliates of Christie's International Real Estate welcomes their new agent and part of the luxury real estate network, Ian Hurdle.

"Considered the Turks and Caicos Islands newest specialists of Caribbean curb appeal , Ian brings 17 years experience of living and working in the islands to the Regency International Estates team. 3 years in Grand Cayman and now 14 years in Providenciales, Ian's entrepreneurial drive and skill has seen him manage various teams designing and building exteriors for some of the Caribbean's premier resorts, private residences and luxury villas. From turn-key landscape to boutique property management Ian applies his wealth of knowledge to the Real Estate industry - his love of the Islands, architecture and customer satisfaction combine seamlessly to offer a professional that is respected for his integrity and character. 


Happily married for 12 years and proud father of three Ian balances all his commitments and responsibilities whilst still finding the time to be an active member of the local community - an active soccer coach for the TCIFA's youth boys and girls programs has led to his promotion to Executive Committee level where he works diligently and selflessly with like-minded professionals to achieve the goal of 'football for all' in the Turks and Caicos Islands."

 

 

 


by RIE

by Chloe Malle | photographed by Bruce Weber

Happy, stylish chaos ensues whenever Keith Richards and Patti Hansen, 56, gather the kids and grandkids, including 39-year-old model daughter-in-law Lucie de la Falaise, at their Turks and Caicos retreat.

“When you have the whole ensemble, the whole dynasty down there, the house is just shaking; everything’s going all the time,” says Theodora. She’s describing Richards-family gatherings on the North Caribbean island of Parrot Cay—a succession of sun-soaked beach days, fiercely competitive games of Mexican Train dominoes, and a cappella performances around the fire pit.

Keith plays the benevolent patriarch, and Patti Hansen rules the roost. “You always have someone to hang out with, always have something to do,” says Theodora. “Your imagination just runs wild.” 

The whole ensemble, currently a baker’s dozen assembled from 

Keith’s rambling family tree, congregated this Easter at the Turks and Caicos retreat Keith and Patti purchased ten years ago. Keith’s elder children, Marlon and Angela (their mother is Anita Pallenberg), brought their families over from the south coast of England. Marlon; his wife, model Lucie de la Falaise; and Ella Rose, sixteen, Orson, twelve, and Ida, three, had been to Parrot Cay many times before. “It’s a real vacation, where you can just be a family and not have to worry about anything else,” says Lucie, who last Easter invited friend Kate Moss and her daughter, Lila Grace, to join in on the fun. 

For Angela’s eleven-month-old daughter, Ava, however, it was a first visit. “Except when she was in her mom’s tummy,” corrects Theodora.

She and her sister Alexandra are the aunts extraordinaires of the seaside abode, leading the children in games of bocce and badminton and making music videos on the computer when bad weather looms. 

A typical day begins around 7:00 a.m. with the group busy preparing breakfasts—avocado and tomato on toast for Ella, French toast for Orson and Theodora—everyone already in bathing suits and raring to head down to the beach.

The dress code is relaxed, to the extreme. “My sister is topless all the time,” laments Alexandra. “She has the long hair to cover herself, but I’m like, ‘Come on, Theo, it’s just too early!’ ”

While Alexandra, Theodora, and Ella play tennis or badminton, Angela and her partner, Graham Whitney, may take the younger kids sailing on the Sunfish; Patti and Lucie might do yoga or get a massage. Keith likes to spend time with his grandchildren. Patti says he has “grown into” the babies but that “he really loves when he can chat with the kids and introduce them to books and reading.” As for game time, Patti wins at Scrabble, and Keith is the reigning dominoes champion—though Orson has been threatening his grandfather’s winning streak. “He’s been killing it lately!” says Alexandra.

The resort that runs the island provides welcome amenities like baby-sitters and fresh Thai cuisine (although Patti packs bangers and mash for Keith and the kids: “Keith is not a Thai-food guy; he’s really a meat-and-potatoes guy”).

At the end of each day the group assembles around the fire pit, where Keith mans the flames, and, yes, marshmallows are roasted. “We go down there and play guitar and sing songs, and it sounds straight out of a musical, but it’s awesome,” says Theodora. “Everyone has different renditions of Everly Brothers songs, and I think that Alexandra might have sung us some AC/DC—a very interesting version of AC/DC.”

A blissful schedule, according to Theodora. “You lose the sense of time,” she says. “There’re no clocks, there’re no dates; it’s almost like a weird Groundhog Day situation, but a wonderful day to have over and over again.”

 

 


by RIE

The Turks and Caicos Islands Ultimate Luxury Home.

Watch the show here:

 

Did you know that there are more than 12,000 private islands in the world? Get away from it all – we're escaping the pressures of everyday life and finding secluded paradise with Private Islands.

Regency International Estates recently invited the crew from WealthTV to come to the Turks and Caicos Islands and shoot the amazing Emerald Cay for its popular Private Island show. It took an entire week to shoot the property, along with second episod featuring all of the TCI's exclusive Private Islands.

Once the show aired it received one of the highest ratings the network has ever received, a true testiment to this one-of-a-kind estates

WealthTV is a 24/7 high definition cable television network devoted to taking viewers on a journey of how wealth is achieved, used and enjoyed. With engaging programming that connects with a high profile audience, WealthTV has broad appeal across age and income demographics while holding a special appeal to the highest income households.  WealthTV is distributed by cable and satellite service providers around the globe.

As for Emerald Cay itself its the result of six years of construction combining pristine natural beauty with state-of-the-art luxury to provide the ultimate tropical hideaway. Accessed via a remote controlled swing bridgeand a Turkish marble driveway, this private island retreat on approximately two acres sits surrounded by turquoise water and white powder beaches.

This estate is without a doubt the most impressive property in the Turks and Caicos Islands, if not the entire Caribbean, and is unparalleled with its million-dollar rooms. A breathtaking rotunda sets the tone foranarray of dazzling living spaces including the three story great room with 45-foot-high cypress ceilings; a three-story library; a sumptuous custom designed master bedroom pavilion; and an award-winning hometheater. This amazing locale also boasts a swing bridge, a tennis court, an 8,000 bottle wine cellar, 10 bedrooms, 11 baths, and approximately 27,000 square feet of living space. 

Watch the show here:

 


by RIE

Regency International Estates, Exclusive Affiliates of Christies International Real Estate.

The Turks and Caicos Islands Preeminent Luxury Real Estate Brokerage.

What it is we offer our clients that puts them ahead of the market.

We wanted to provide you with a full overview of Regency International Estates, the Exclusive Affiliates of Christie's International Real Estate. 

Who we are, and what we can do for you, the seller of fine luxury properties in the Turks and Caicos Islands.It has always been our goal to provide information to both buyers and sellers solely based on their needs.

If you would like to achieve the best possible sale price in the shortest possible time, then please consider this to be time well spent.

(Please note: You will see text highlighted in blue, these are hyperlinks to additional, more in-depth information)

Robert Greenwood and Katherine Baryluk, owners and brokers of RIE/CIRE bring with them over 30 years of experience in the Turks and Caicos Islands with significant ties to the community, and more than 20 years of knowledge in all aspects of real estate, development and resort industries. This affords our clients an invaluable advantage through our extensive local knowledge, and the comfort of working with highly trained, professional brokers and agents dedicated to the real estate industry. 

The Turks and Caicos Islands Real Estate market is one primarily made up of "Luxury" second, third, even fourth vacation home properties, with a buyer demographic almost entirely foreign, from locations such as the United States, Canada, Europe and more recently, South & Central American countries.  This very niche market, with its small target audience requires an outreach that is global yet focused, not just hitting our buyers by location, but by targeting the High Net Worth Investor who is ready, willing and able. 

RIE/CIRE focuses on three district marketing sectors, starting with our "Off-Island international program", then our "On-Island and local marketing" , finally outreach focused on "coming to the Island", something we will explain momentarily.

In this day-and-age, few travel without booking their ticket or hotel online, or logging into TripAdvisor to get feedback on a specific resort, restaurant, or excursion, so its easy to understand that one needs a strong global footprint. This fact is further emphasized when looking at the real estate market, where a study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) indicates that an overwhelming majority (87%) of recent home buyers in the US say they used the internet as an information resource during their home-buying process, and nearly one-third say they first learned about their newly purchased home from an online channel. 

This need for global or "off-island international" exposure is why we are so excited to offer our clients the relationship we have with Christie’s International Real Estate. An invitation-only network only offered to companies with proven records of success in high-value home sales, where its affiliates must also exhibit a commitment to the auction house’s two-century-old tradition of exceptional client service. 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. 

Christie's global internet outreach outperforms the competition in numerous categories, including percentage of high-end properties online, and the depth and reach of our network. This is something that can be seen here in the COMPARATIVE SUMMARY, and the Q1 WEB STATS clearly showing that we offer one of the most powerful opportunities a buyer or seller could hope for. We invite you to explore every aspect of the Christies International Real Estate from Press Releases, News, Great Locations, Significant Sales, and our luxury Turks and Caicos Properties.


Whilst our affiliation with Christies International Real Estate focuses on properties over $1,000,000USD, Regency International Estates acknowledges that there are many luxury properties in the TCI that may not be within this upper price range, but are still significant properties. As such, we provide extensive marketing and services through the Regency International Estates brand, its cutting edge, interactive website that boasts impressive page rankings,  and global internet presence for the local TCI market and beyond. The listings are also exclusively featured on the Robb Report's website in their "Exceptional Properties" viewd by millions. 

Regency International Estates are members of the Turks and Caicos Real Estate Association or TCREA for short,  and as such Real Estate professionals. Our Online Multiple Listing System (MLS) consolidates all listed properties in one location, giving maximum exposure to Sellers and one-stop shopping for Buyers. As your TCREA agent we can represent you in the purchase of any listed property and all major condominium developments. As a fully licensed brokerage in the TCI, and members of TCREA our clients gain valuable access to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), where all properties are presented to the island's brokerage firms and their working agents. This greatly increases the likelihood that a buyer will be found through the co-operative relationship this system offers. TCREA also runs the island's ONLY Public MLS website, where all brokerages, agents, and properties are displayed for the general public to search, gather information, schedule showings, and ultimately make offers to purchase. And as you will see from the article providing our most current Market Summary, it obviously works.

Whilst these three web portals are among our top online marketing avenues, we like to stay on the cutting edge of the web, and the power it offers in reaching the world. And therefore, employ such Social Media portals for viral opportunity as Facebook (predicting 1 Billion users late 2012), YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, Virtual Tours, Pintrest, Blogs, etc.

The world wide web is just that, and we need to capture as many buyers in this web as possible.

Print still remains an important and viable method of advertising. As with the Luxury Christie's Magazine, rich with striking photography, elegant design and engaging descriptions, Christie’s International Real Estate magazine is a publication that many of our traditional, less internet savvy clients prefer.  Printed four times a year, the magazine reaches approximately one million readers annually. A targeted mailing list 

ensures that each issue is sent to individuals of exceptional means, including the world’s wealthiest homeowners, international entrepreneurs, business leaders, and celebrities. Christie’s International Real Estate magazine isavailable at newsstands, fine bookstores, fashionable hotels, private airport lounges, and Affiliate offices across the world. It is also distributed at important Christie’s auctions in cities such as Hong Kong, New York,Dubai, London, Milan, Geneva, and Paris. 

Further publications include the very popular TCREA Magazine, published twice per year with a large "on-island" distribution to a very captive and targeted audience. Again, much like the online MLS, the magazine consolidates all listed properties in one location, giving maximum exposure to Sellers and one-stop shopping for Buyers. Ultimately getting into the hands of almost every potential buyer that visits the Turks and Caicos. Electronic versions are available for each publication.

"Coming to the Island" marketing is an opportunity to take a very different approach by creating articles that educate and inform the reader on certain aspects of the real estate market, investments opportunities, or lifestyle. Indirectly creating a relationship between the reader and the author, or buyer and brokerage. There are several publications that are provided to commercial flights arriving in the TCI daily and explore these opportunities on a seasonal case-by-case basis. We also include the many Private jets that find a hime in the TCI, recently being published in the dedicated on-board flight publication for our associates at Chartright.

We also provide very detailed marketing items such as Property Specific Brochures and Post Cards that are available locally, at our offices and in your property. These marketing tools alert the many potential buyers who may be vacationing to the fact that it is for sale and who to contact.  In depth e- brochures are also available. 

 

*Please note that we provide all print materials electronically for convenience to our clients abroad. 

Its extremely important to have a strong personal presence and so have located three satellite offices at the Regent Palms, The Shore Club and The Sands, providing brand recognition through our trusted and 

prestigious name. This also allows us convenient locations to meet with prospective buyers and sellers where we can share with them the many benefits of the island and our properties. Most buyers are looking for aresource that can share with them more than just facts and figures, and with over 30 years in the TCI, and hundreds of millions of dollars in real estate transactions, we are able to provide our clients with a wealth of knowledge dating back to the islands very first development, through a deep understanding of every development since. We have found that our thorough and deep understanding of how the Turks and Caicos Islands work through our 3 decades in the TCI, provides great comfort to our buyers and trust from our sellers.

As a part of our knowledge base, we keep our clients up to date with applicable sales data through the creation of our MARKET REPORT. We apply considerable time and resources to analyzing and tracking sales statistics, converting this raw data into a format thats easily understood, then provided our buyers and sellers through our blog.

We extend an invitation to any property owner who is considering selling a property to contact us for a private cosultation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


by RIE

A Selection of Private Islands and Luxury Retreats For Those Mega Millions

I found it very interesting as I watched the many interviews prior to the big MEGA MILLIONS draw, asking what people would buy if they won all that money ? One hopeful ticket holder after the other said that they would buy a Private Island, not just once or twice, but 15 different interviews on 4 different Networks.

Being that we are lucky enough to live on one of the most beautiful islands in the world, Turks and Caicos, and represent some of the most exclusive private islands in the entire Caribbean, we can definatley identify with them...

So, the draw has been made, the winners chosen, and now we are waiting for the call...Come and see our Private Brokers at Regency International Estates  - Exclusive Affiliates of Christies International Real Estate

 


by RIE

Toys Of The Caribbean...

Not only does the TCI have some of the worlds best beaches and turquoise waters, all fit for an unriveled lifestyle but we have cool too.

If you love Divng, we have the best, If you love fishing, we have the best, if love boating, we have the best, and with the emerging Kiteboarding and Windsurfing Mecca on Long Bay Beach, we again have the best.

Now, if it's adrenaline your after, then this is definately for you... 

Crossed between an exotic sports car, speed boat, submarine, jet plane, and Shark, the Seabraecher is the ULTIMATE DIVING MACHINE.

This little toy belongs to a great friend of ours and is one of the most amazingly exciting adventures you can experiance on, in, or under the water. And with the crytal clear turquoise waters found in the Turks and Caicos Islands it just adds to the experiance.

So if your sailing along on a beautiful Caribbean day, daydreaming about what it would be like to live this life all year round, and this pops up, DON'T PANIC, its probably meCool

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