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Getting to Know The Bahamas Islands

Welcome to The Bahamas Islands. The Bahamas, or the Commonwealth of The Bahamas as its formally known, is an archipelago consisting of 700 islands and cays in the Atlantic Ocean. Some of the most well-known Bahamas islands are New Providence (Nassau and Paradise Island), Abaco, Andros, Exuma and Eleuthera.

Cerulean waters, tranquil breezes and some of the most pristine beaches in the world are characteristics many would use to describe the beautiful Bahamas islands. While these natural amenities are among the top reasons people cite for traveling or moving to The Bahamas, these are only a few of the wonders that you’ll find when island-hopping or when looking for the ideal location for buying a second home or investment property in The Bahamas. Below we’ve taken a moment to outline some of the larger Bahamas islands, and offer some of our personal tips on what makes each island so unique and special.

New Providence

Home to Nassau and Paradise Island, New Providence is probably the most well-known of the Bahamas islands and cays. As the island where the majority of the population of The Bahamas resides, New Providence is a popular stop for cruise ships and a vacation destination for tourists looking to explore world-renowned luxury resorts such as Atlantis, Baha Mar and The Ocean Club. In addition to being home to some of the most high-end hotels and private luxury real estate in the country, Nassau is famous for its immaculate beaches, its offshore coral reefs, its world-class diving and snorkeling and historical landmarks like The Queen’s Staircase, Fort Charlotte and Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation.

The Abacos

Known as a boating and sailing paradise, the Abacos are approximately 80 miles east of South Florida. Making up the 120-mile-long chain of islands are top boating and fishing destinations like Great Abaco and Little Abaco;  Walker’s Cay (and its sister island Grand Cay);  Spanish Cay and Green Turtle Cay, with its settlement of New Plymouth; Great Guana Cay, private Scotland Cay, Man-O-War Cay, and Elbow Cay, with its settlement of Hope Town; and, Tilloo Cay and Lubbers Quarters. In addition to boating and fishing, Abaco offers championship golfing at The Abaco Club at Winding Bay Bahama Beach Club in Treasure Cay and Baker’s Bay Golf & Ocean Club on Guana Cay, as well as some of the best snorkeling and diving among the The Bahamas islands.

Andros

The largest of The Bahamas islands, Andros has an area greater than all other 700 Bahamas islands combined and is among the least explored islands of The Bahamas. Its population of just 10,000 spread across 2,300 square miles of tropical foliage, mahogany and pine forests, and lush mangroves means guests of luxury resorts such as Kamalame Cay are treated to some of the most unspoiled beaches and waters the country has to offer. The Great Andros Barrier Reef , measuring 190 miles, is the third largest fringing barrier reef in the world. It drops to about eight feet on the island side and approximately 6,000 feet in the Tongue of the Ocean.

Exuma Cays

Perhaps best known to tourists as the Bahamas island chain that is home to Pig Beach and the famous swimming pigs, the Exumas form a 90-mile chain of  365 islands and cays, and also includes some of the globe’s most stunning luxury resorts like Grand Isle Resort and Spa on Grand Exuma, Lumina Point Resort & Spa on Stocking Island and Sandals Emerald Bay. In addition to luxury resorts, the Exumas offer some of the most stunning private property available on the real estate market including Blue Island, Sampson Cay Saddleback Cay and Pipe Cay.

Eleuthera

Comprised of mainland Eleuthera, which includes Governors Harbour, Gregory Town and Palmetto Point and neighboring  Harbour Island and Spanish Wells, Eleuthera is possibly the most diverse of The Bahamas island chains. Its eastern side faces the Atlantic Ocean, and its western side faces the Great Bahama Bank, making for breathtaking natural wonders such as the spectacular The Glass Window Bridge and The Queen’s Bath. The topography of the island varies from wide rolling pink sand beaches to large outcrops of ancient coral reefs.

About Sotheby’s International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 22,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 950 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty
Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 11 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2035 or info.Bahamas@SIR.com.

July 17, 2018 by
Damianos Realty

Best Luxury Resorts in The Bahamas

Best Luxury Resorts in The Bahamas. The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, is among the best luxury resorts in The Bahamas. Located on Paradise Island in Nassau, New Providence, the five-star resort offers amenities such as three pools, five award-winning restaurants and lounges, eight Balinese-style spa villa and a Tom Weiskopf-designed 18-hole golf course.

Many buyers who end up purchasing luxury homes in The Bahamas discover the beauty of the country as a tourist while staying at some of the best luxury resorts in The Bahamas, not to mention worldwide. Whether it’s the country’s crystal-clear cerulean waters, powdery white sand beaches, five-star dining or tax-neutral environment, a significant percentage of those who enter The Bahamas as tourists decide to invest in a home here. And with several luxury resort destinations available throughout the country, it’s not hard to see why visitors might want to make the country a part of their permanent lifestyle.

The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort | Paradise Island

Since opening in 1962, The Ocean Club has been a playground for celebrities and discerning travelers alike. Set along a five-mile stretch of natural, white-sand beach on Paradise Island in Nassau, New Providence, the resort’s lush tropical grounds offer seclusion and relaxation while its award-winning restaurant Dune, offering French-Asian creations by Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, satisfies even the most sophisticated palates. Private residences such as The Penthouse at the Ocean Club Residences offer guests the opportunity to purchase a home that comes with access to all of the amenities of a five-star resort.

Baha Mar | Nassau

Home to premier luxury hotel brands such as SLS, Grand Hyatt and Rosewood , hotel residences and time-share offerings, Baha Mar encompasses more than 980 acres along one of the world’s most spectacular white sand beaches on the north shore of New Providence. Since opening in 2017, the resort, which is the largest in The Bahamas, has quickly become a premier destination for cutting-edge culinary, resort amenities and visual arts experiences. Dining options include menus by some of the world’s most renowned chefs and houses one of the largest collections of Bahamian art in The Bahamas.

The Cove | Eleuthera

This intimate, 57-room resort offers a selection of stylish seaside cottages and villas, private white sand beaches, a fitness center, a hilltop infinity pool, an immaculate spa, an open-air sunset bar and a gourmet restaurant. Located on the northern end of mainland Eleuthera, The Cove is not far from Gregory Town, a tranquil bohemian settlement featuring homes with names like A Majestic View, Sandy Bottom and Surf’s Up.

Kamalame Cay | Andros

Just off the Andros Great Barrier Reef in the cerulean waters of The Bahamas, this family-run private island resort accommodates 70 guests in cottages, bungalows and villas spread out on 96 acres of lush greenery, coconut palms and deserted white sand beach. Amenities include tennis courts, a freshwater pool, a PADI-certified dive shop, the only overwater spa in The Bahamas and some of the region’s finest cuisine. In fact, the resort’s monthly luncheons are so popular, they’ve gained international attention, encouraging guests to invest in their own on-site property, such as the elegant Dorado, so they can return frequently.

The Dunmore | Harbour Island

Just steps from the famous Pink Sand Beach on Harbour Island, The Dunmore is billed as a “coastal chic hotel with private residences” offering casual elegance in a glamorous retro Bahamian setting. In addition to stunning oceanfront views, amenities include beachside food and beverage service, a tennis court, a highly acclaimed restaurant and bar, concierge services, a heated ocean-front pool, a fitness facility and an outdoor massage area.

About Sotheby’s International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 22,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 950 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty
Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 11 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2035 or info.Bahamas@SIR.com.

July 10, 2018 by
Damianos Realty

Bahamas Golf Communities Offer the Best of Country Club Living

Bahamas Golf Communities Offer the Best of Resort-Style Waterfront Living. Located in Ocean Club Estates on Paradise Island in Nassau, Villa Tarka is just one of the stunning homes for sale in The Bahamas that offers golf enthusiasts resort-style amenities in ultra-luxurious surroundings.

Although prestige is a benefit to living in a golf course community, direct access to the course is the biggest selling point for most avid golfers. Living directly on a golf course offers time to practice and play without being too far from home or family. For those who also enjoy rooms with extraordinary views and access to some of the best beaches in the world, there’s simply no better match for golfers than golf communities in The Bahamas. From Paradise Island to Lyford Cay and Albany, every country club community is accompanied by stellar amenities, stunning views and white powder sand as far as the eye can see.

Ocean Club Estates

One of the most exclusive luxury resort communities in Nassau, Ocean Club Estates on Paradise Island offers residents access to The Ocean Club Golf Course, an 18-hole, par 72 Bahamas golf course featuring breathtaking signature holes and seaside greens and tees stretched over 7,100 yards of beautiful coastline. The Ocean Club golf course is the proud home of the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational tournament, which brings out celebrities in the world of sports and entertainment playing to benefit their favorite charities. Residences of this community enjoy all of the five-star communities associated with The Ocean Club, a Four Seasons property.

Lyford Cay

Likened to “playing golf in a magnificent tropical garden,” the ultra-exclusive Lyford Cay Club was built in the late 1950s, refurbished in 2006 and today remains one of the world’s most elite golf courses. Restricted to members and guests, the 18-hole golf course designed by Rees Jones is surrounded by mature native trees and spectacular stately homes including the aptly named Lyford View.

The Albany

Albany’s 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Ernie Els, combines the best of links and desert features with windswept dunes and numerous scenic and strategically challenging water features. In addition to the par-72, 7,400-yard golf course, Albany features first-class practice facilities including a 400-yard driving range, short game area with chipping and putting greens, and a cutting-edge swing performance center, all set aside an expansive golf clubhouse with grill room, men’s and ladies locker rooms, a golf shop and 18-seat media and movie theater. The course is surrounded by magnificent homes such as Tee Time and Belle Brisé.

About Sotheby’s International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 22,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 950 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty
Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 11 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2035 or info.Bahamas@SIR.com.

July 3, 2018 by
Damianos Realty

Want to Buy an Island in the Bahamas? We Have Some Ideas for You

If you want to buy an island in The Bahamas, Blue Island is an option. Blue Island, one of several private islands exclusively listed by Damianos Sothebys International Realty, is a 700-acre island in the Exuma cays and features a brand-new 5,700-foot asphalt jet airstrip, more than three miles of coastline and white sandy beaches, elevations up to 100 feet and numerous private beachfront homesites.

As an archipelago comprised of more than 700 islands and cays, The Bahamas is known the world over for being home to some of the most breathtaking islands on the planet. Whether you’re looking for a private sanctuary for hosting guests, a bonefishing mecca or scuba diving and snorkeling adventures, each island offers its own version of what it means to live in paradise. In addition to Blue Island, pictured above, below are more islands exclusively listed by Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty for those who want to buy an island in The Bahamas.

Saddleback Cay, Exuma Cays

Saddleback Cay, a private island in The Bahamas named by locals because of its shape as seen at sea level is situated on the northern tip of Norman’s Cay in the northern part of the Exuma Cays. Norman’s Cay has a 5,000 foot airstrip making Saddleback Cay easily accessible but still private. There are 47 acres and 7 pristine white sand beaches with elevations up to 90 feet plus a protected deep water harbour accessible from the Atlantic side. View more details here

Whale Cay

Whale Cay is a private island located in the fishing mecca of The Bahamas, the Berry Islands, and comprised of a total acreage estimated to be between 711 acres and 850 acres. Situated between the Bahama Banks and the tongue of the ocean, the Berry islands have long attracted visitors who enjoy fishing and boating plus it has great proximity to Florida and is just 30 miles north of Nassau. The Island is primed for residential development, with 570 to 711 acres included in this listing, total acreage to be conveyed subject to final survey. There are 12 miles of shoreline and 13 white sandy beaches totaling 7 miles. View more details here.

Lobster Cay, Eleuthera

Lobster Cay is a 3.473-acre secluded tropical hideaway nestled among the crystal-clear turquoise waters of Eleuthera in The Bahamas. This truly unique private island paradise offers all the comforts and amenities of a luxury estate and provides ideal potential for an exclusive development. Lobster Cay is conveniently located in an up-and-coming area close to an airport and just a short boat ride from the increasingly popular island of Spanish Wells, the lobster capital of The Bahamas. Also nearby is the desirable tourist destination of Harbour Island, home of the world-famous Pink Sands Beach. View details here.

Foot’s Cay, Abaco

This enchanting 20-acre private island located on the Sea of Abaco in The Bahamas captures the essence of island living. Just 30 minutes from the international airport and jet service, Foot’s Cay offers uniquely convenient access to the central hub of Marsh Harbour, Abaco. The four suite “Main house” with it’s impressive vaulted ceilings, massive doors, and limestone floor evokes a sense of grandeur with a clean, simple aesthetic. Wide covered verandas flow seamlessly from the great room and offer gracious outdoor living and dining areas. With professional quality appliances and seating for twenty, this island house serves as the backdrop for truly memorable dining experiences. View more details here.

About Sotheby’s International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 22,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 950 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty
Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 11 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2035 or info.Bahamas@SIR.com.

June 26, 2018 by
Damianos Realty, Damianos Sotheby's International Realty

Luxury Homes for Sale in The Bahamas

Luxury Homes for Sale in The Bahamas. In a country that defines luxury in the Caribbean, Lucaya is one of the most luxurious homes for sale in The Bahamas.

From the traditional Colonial influences of the old Bahamas represented in the exclusive community of Lyford Cay to the clean, modern architectural lines of residences in Albany and Old Fort Bay, Nassau offers some of the most elegant and sophisticated luxury homes for sale in The Bahamas.

To give you an idea of just how luxurious, we’ve listed below some of the most elegant homes available in a market that has come to define Caribbean luxury for the world’s most sophisticated home buyers.

  • Lucaya, Lyford Cay

    Located on Edgewater Drive in the exclusive gated community of Lyford Cay, a spectacular beachfront home on 3 lots with 530 feet of beautiful sandy beach in a private, enclosed setting. The main house has 4 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms plus two staff bedrooms. Price: US$40,000,000.

  • Villa Tarka, Paradise Island

    This grand 20,000 sq. ft. home is completely custom designed and sits on approximately 1.5 acres, with 246 linear feet of gorgeous sandy beach. Its southern border backs to the 16th hole of the Ocean Club Estates golf course. Resort-style amenities include an infinity pool, outdoor shower and professional tennis court with an air-conditioned pavilion. Price upon request.

  • Villa Delicias, Lyford Cay

    Balinese style single story villa with 181 feet of beautiful sandy beachfront in the exclusive gated community of Lyford Cay. The ‘U’ shaped home has spacious covered verandahs which offers indoor outdoor living and dining. Price: $US19,000,000.

  • Paraiso, Ocean Club Estates Paradise Island

    Paraiso is an immaculate 6 bedroom, 7.5 bathroom home with 151 feet of pristine white sand beach in the prestigious community of Ocean Club Estates. The grandeur of this home is evident as soon as you step inside and are greeted by an array of stately materials, including Mahogany and marble, welcoming you into an open-plan living space, bathed in natural light and oriented to capture breathtaking ocean views. Price: $US11,995,000

  • Bella Brisé, Albany

    Belle Brisé is a spacious 10,000-square-foot residential retreat looking out over Albany’s 18-hole championship golf course, site of the PGA’s Hero World Challenge. There are three bedrooms on the ground floor, one of which has a private entrance perfectly suited for house staff. Price: US$11,400,000

Looking fore more? Take some time to browse through all of our exclusively listed luxury homes for sale.

About Sotheby’s International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 22,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 950 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty
Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 11 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2035 or info.Bahamas@SIR.com.

June 5, 2018 by
Damianos Realty

Top 10 Reasons for Moving to The Bahamas

The Benefits of Moving to Nassau, Bahamas. There are a lot of reasons for moving to Nassau, Bahamas, but perhaps the biggest benefit is the country’s tax neutrality.

  1. Close to key North, Central and South American financial centres.
  2. The world’s largest economy is only 50 miles away.
  3. The Bahamas share time zone (EST) with Miami, New York and Toronto.
  4. Peaceful and stable democracy for almost 300 years.
  5. Independent nation since 1973.
  6. Life is less taxing for those who choose to live here. No personal of corporate income taxes and no taxes on capital gains, no inheritance tax, dividends or interest.
  7. Numerous Acts of Parliament offer ease of purchasing property with investment incentives and Permanent Residency.
  8. English-speaking, trained workforce.
  9. The ease of getting here with frequent daily U.S. Canada, London and several direct International flights.
  10. An ideal climate and lifestyle with modern infrastructure and world-class communications.

Get more information on the costs involved when purchasing real estate in The Bahamas.

About Sotheby’s International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 22,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 950 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty
Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 11 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2035 or info.Bahamas@SIR.com.

May 29, 2018 by
Damianos Realty

Acquiring Bahamian Permanent Residency By Investment

Bahamian Permanent Residency By Investment. Bahamas real estate investment laws offer international home buyers the opportunity to acquire permanent residency in The Bahamas when purchasing a home valued at a minimum of $750,000.

 

In The Bahamas, overseas persons investing in a residence valued at $750,000 and over, may apply to the Department of Immigration for Permanent Residency status. Holding a Permanent Residency certificate can lead to significant tax advantages in your home country. Accelerated Consideration for a Permanent Residence certificate is offered to purchasers of residence (homes or condos.) of $1,500,000 or more.

Additionally, an Annual Homeowners Residence Card is available to any homeowner in The Bahamas. Obtained from the Director of Immigration, it allows the permit holder, and family, to enter and remain in The Bahamas for the period of the permit.

The main benefit of acquiring Bahamian permanent residency through investment is to make the transition of moving to The Bahamas quick and simple, with no disruptions to your professional or personal life. Other benefits of holding a Bahamas Investor Residence Visa include:

  • Right to reside in the Bahamas without further renewal of permits.
  • Right to enjoy all privileges enjoyed by citizens of Bahamas except for the right to vote.
  • Right to purchase property in Bahamas
  • Liberal tax regime.
  • Easy travel to Commonwealth nations, members of the Caribbean Community and the members of the Organization of American States
  • Eligible to apply for Citizenship of Bahamas after fulfilling residence requirements.

Get more on the benefits of investing in The Bahamas.

About Sotheby’s International Realty
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 22,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 950 offices in 69 countries and territories worldwide.  Each office is independently owned and operated.

About Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty has 11 offices located throughout the islands of the Bahamas, providing unsurpassed market knowledge of Abaco, Eleuthera, Exuma, Nassau, Paradise Island, Ocean Club Estates, Lyford Cay, Old Fort Bay and Private Islands. Head office 75 Shirley Street, Nassau. For additional information, please contact 242-322-2035 or info.Bahamas@SIR.com.

May 22, 2018 by
Damianos Realty, Sotheby's Int. Realty

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty Participants In Global Luxury Real Estate Conference

 

Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty team recently participated in the 2017 Sotheby’s International Realty® Global Networking Event. The event, which took place from September 25th to September 27th in Las Vegas, Nevada, brought together approximately 2,400 members of the Sotheby’s International Realty network, with more than 155 of the brand’s companies represented from 34 countries and territories worldwide.

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October 12, 2017 by
Damianos Realty

Bahamas Private Island, Cat Cay for Sale

Located in the Berry Islands is Cat Cay, a Bahamas private island for sale. Cat Cay is a 30+ acre Bahamas island with beautiful sandy beach and untouched foliage situated just north of Bird’s Cay. Four miles away is Chub Cay another island in the Berries which is equipped with a five thousand foot airstrip, marina with fuel dock, restaurant, customs and immigration so travel and supplies are also easy to do.

For more information on this real estate opportunity visit the listing page and contact George Damianos, the listing agent and Broker at Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty.

Cat Cay

Cat Cay, Berry Islands, Bahamas Private Island

October 4, 2017 by
Sotheby's Int. Realty

MANSION GLOBAL: MEDIA WATCH

We continue to roll out a series of new campaigns that are part of our global media plan in 2017.  See below the new placement that showcases properties represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® brand to qualified home buyers around the world.

Mansion Global debuts two new exclusive programs for the brand

Hero Carousel Now Features Video

The Sotheby’s International Realty® brand is the exclusive launch partner of the New Mansion Global Hero with Video sponsorship, a new twist on an industry-leading ad format opportunity to reach prospective buyers on Mansion Global’s homepage.

New this year, a first-to-market opportunity to exclusively feature property videos within the hero carousel. These videos will grab the user’s attention and stand out from competitive properties in the carousel, mirroring the immersive experience on sothebysrealty.com. This exclusivity will run for the next three months before this format is open to other properties across Mansion Global.

This new hero with video will be a fixture in our media refreshes, in addition to the ongoing featured property homepage placements, the Friday article buyout and the homepage takeover that showcases a rotation of Sotheby’s International Realty brand properties.

New Brand Library

Mansion Global created an exclusive page to showcase our brand content and properties: The new Sotheby’s International Realty Brand Library is now live on Mansion Global, featuring the brand’s top property listings, videos and the acclaimed Houseguest series. You can access the brand page by clicking the “More” tab located in the top navigation, and click “Sponsored Content.”

May 19, 2017 by