Virgin Islands Property & Yacht | May/June 2022 | Tortola Real Estate Special

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TORTOLA REAL ESTATE THE GREATEST VIEWS THR E E HOT I N V E ST ME N T OPPORT UN I T I E S P R E S E N T E D

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This spectacular beachfront estate has six ensuite bedrooms in four beautifully decorated air-conditioned pavilions, each furnished with custom-made teak furniture.

A great room, office/library, dining room and fully-outfitted kitchen comprise the main pavilion. Outdoor amenities include an ocean-front infinity pool, lighted tennis court, and private decks. Paddleboards, kayaks, snorkel equipment, bicycles and other beach and recreational equipment are provided.

The property is just steps away from The Baths, Virgin Gorda’s famous destination, and two unspoiled beaches, Little Trunk Bay and Valley Trunk Bay. A private movie theater, daily maid service, state-of-the art gym and a chef complete the villa’s offerings.

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VILLA KATSURA, LITTLE DIX BAY Virgin Gorda | US$40,000,000

CALYPSO VILLA, CROOK BAY Virgin Gorda | US$3,500,000

SEASIDE ESCAPE Little Bay, Tortola, US$4,250,000

VILLA TOWANDA Belmont, Tortola, US$2,000,000

SEA PALMS BEACH FRONT VILLA Virgin Gorda | US$2,950,000 VILLA DULCINEA Belmont, Tortola, US$2,500,000

BLUE MOON, SPANISH TOWN Virgin Gorda | US$995,000 BLU TORTU Belmont, Tortola, US$1,950,000

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Message from the Premier of the Virgin Islands Honourable Andrew A. Fahie Welcome, one and all As Premier of these beautiful islands, we are delighted to welcome you with BVILOVE to our home, the British Virgin Islands. Our small cluster of islands with secluded anchorages, splendid beaches, a world-class marine industry, and favourable trade winds, has combined to earn us the reputation of “Sailing Capital of the World.”

Our magnificent archipelago has re-emerged to showcase even more stunning, pristine land and seascapes.

But more significantly, as a people emerging from recent adversity, we have shown resilience and returned to our core values, which we call BVILOVE. BVILOVE is a mantra that unites not only the people of the territory but resonates through all the sectors of the economy and the various aspects of our lives.

We love our British Virgin Islands, and we invite you to love this territory too. In fact, we know that many of our loyal guests have had a lifetime love affair with the British Virgin Islands, and first-time guests quickly embrace us as well.

I am pleased to say that we have a renewed focus on showcasing authentic experiences in the British Virgin Islands, celebrating our people, our culture, and rich heritage of hospitality.

I congratulate and express thanks to Virgin Islands Property & Yacht magazine for joining us in spreading BVILOVE with this special issue that focuses with this special issue that focuses on Tortola Real Estate. I am sure you will enjoy the many stories, talented people and spectacular scenery being profiled.

However, we hope that your encounter with BVILOVE does not end in the pages of this magazine, but that you will explore our many islands and cays and truly indulge in the many authentic experiences that we have to offer.

Experience our local cuisine prepared by award-winning chefs or local cooks–I’m sure you will love our national dish of fungi and fish; go sailing with our many experienced captains and explore secret getaways, where cobalt blue waves splash against powder white sand beaches; take a safari bus over our lush green hillsides for the most spectacular views; meet some of our colourful characters who are guaranteed to make your visit memorable; discover our many attractions from museums in Tortola, the colourful, laidback beach bars on Jost Van Dyke and nearby cays, the Greater Baths National Park in Virgin Gorda, the Conch Shell Mounds in Anegada and the many other unique experiences found throughout our entire chain of islands.

At the end of your trip, we believe that the only difficulty you will face will be that of choosing your favourite island.

If you are visiting, I implore you to take time for what I would describe as an amazing combination of pleasurable activities, unforgettable sightseeing adventures, and nature-induced relaxation, which will rejuvenate your body, mind, and soul. Our people are eager to welcome all visitors to our territory, whether you are a repeat visitor or if you are making your maiden voyage to the British Virgin Islands.

Welcome again and thank you for making the British Virgin Islands your destination of choice. Do have an enjoyable visit with us, and we look forward to greeting you with BVILOVE on your next visit!

With BVILOVE, Premier Hon. Andrew A. Fahie

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SMITH S GO RE

One of the BVI’s most renowned real estate agents promotes some of its best Tortola properties, ripe for investment.

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ALLAMAN DA ESTATE

We take a tour of Allamanda Estate, a modern, full-service villa that is perfect for your next family holiday or staycation.

40 TH E REG EN ERATIO N O F EAST EN D We profile Tortola’s East End, an area with a lot to offer prospective buyers.

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48 BVI SOTH EBY’ S I NTERNATIO NAL REALTY Maritha Keil of BVI Sotheby’s International Realty profiles a selection of some of the company’s best properties for sale on Tortola and neighbouring islands.

PEO PLE 56 YO U N G ENTREPREN EU R AKEEM LEN NARD Part two of our six-part series on young entrepreneurs. Meet Akeem Lennard, founder of Greencrete BVI.

SAI LI N G 62 TH E MEGAYACHTS ARE H ERE For those that saw Flying Fox in BVI waters recently, we are sure you were wondering “what’s it like on the inside?” Join us on a tour of this nautical masterpiece.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER

Welcome

Photographed by Carolina Ansaldo. Wardrobe

by Arawak, hair by Studio One Salon & Spa.

On our cover

THE REAL ESTATE industry of the BVI is quintessential to Virgin Islands Property & Yacht and also to the territory’s overall economic prosperity. We love taking you, our dear readers, on a tour of some of the best investment opportunities in the territory.

In our fairly long history, the magazine has been renamed a few times.

Looking back at past issues starting from our modest beginnings in April 2003, the magazine, originally founded by Colin Rathbun, was called British Virgin Islands Property Guide, and later British Virgin Islands Property & Yacht Guide.

Some still have a giggle about the property and yacht sections that were later combined, properties on one side and yachts upside down at the back.

A copy of that April 2003 issue sits on my desk, and as I turn to the first page, I notice that at the time, Caribbean Realty were promoting Camanoe Retreat for sale. How apt, as in this issue, Maritha Keil of BVI Sotheby’s International Realty (Caribbean Realty) is promoting Indigo Breeze Estate on Great Camanoe.

This is one of five properties that she is presenting in this issue. To find out more, turn to page 48.

Smiths Gore, BVI realtors with over 50 years of history and expertise selling and managing all types of property in the territory, are featured on our cover.

Smiths Gore are an affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate, and their local knowledge is second to none. Turn to page 20 for a showcase of some of their properties and more information about the company.

My dear dad, John, drummed into me growing up: “Buy the worst house in the best street, and you’ll never go wrong.” Property investors out there are always looking for the latest up- and-coming neighborhood to invest in. The East End of Tortola is certainly up-and-coming; in fact, it’s already arrived! Traci O’Dea takes a look at some of the opportunities in the area, and why it’s ripe for the buying, on page 40.

While on the subject of East End, April Glasgow and I recently toured Allamanda Estate. Owned by a special local couple, Mr. and Mrs. Audley and Delma Maduro. The estate has an interesting history and has been beautifully remodeled by the couple. It is a stunning estate available for short-term rental.

Read all about it on page 32.

My best,

Norgrove House, a stunning three-acre property at Little Mountain, Beef Island, is proudly presented by Smiths Gore.

BELOW The first cover of The Property Guide (as it was called then) came out in April 2003.

Erin P.S. We had planned to bring you the second part in our two-part series on the life of the good Dr. Robin Tattersall. Condensing his fascinating 91 years into just two parts is quite a challenge! So we’re taking our time to get it just right, and look forward to presenting it in our July/August issue.

THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS TOURIST BOARD

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Two very different homes, both full of eastern promise!

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sandy point Great Camanoe beachfront with dock approx. 1.45 acres

$1.495m

norgrove house little mountain, 3 acres, 3 beds 360 degree views! $2.2m

In this issue Maritha Keil,

PUBLISHER Erin Paviour-Smith

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ART DIRECTOR Sally Fullam

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SUB EDITOR Claire Shefchik

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CONTRIBUTORS Anika M. Christopher April Glasgow Traci O’Dea Claire Shefchik

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founder and managing broker of BVI Sotheby’s International Realty Maritha has been a real estate agent for over 30 years, having marketed and sold many properties in the BVI, while serving as one of the territory’s most prominent industry spokespeople. Arriving from the United States in 1981-82, Maritha has developed an unparalleled knowledge of the BVI real estate market and can guide her clients smoothly through the process of buying, selling, and renting properties in the BVI. Maritha has been a loyal client to VIPY since the first issue in April 2003, and the team would like to say thank you to Maritha for her ongoing support.

VIRGIN ISLANDS PROPERTY & YACHT (“VIPY”) is published six times per year (January/February, March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October and November/December). 2022 Parlance Media Limited. All pieces reproduced in this issue are under prior copyright by the creators or by the contractual arrangements with their clients. Nothing shown may be reproduced in any form without obtaining the permission of the creators and any other person or company who may have copyright ownership. The publisher of VIPY assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of the content placed in its publications. For avoidance of doubt, Parlance Media Ltd gives no warranty or guarantee in its publications.

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T R E N D S , I N S P I RAT I O N & O B J E C T S O F D E S I R E

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by Allamanda Estate’s bold colors with the Renata dress, a sleeveless linen trapeze dress featuring a contrast wiggle detail, paired with NAMI’s Hadley lemon basket tote, a multi-coloured tassel Paloma raffia hat, and gold Essex earrings. This look is chic, vibrant, and fun.

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Jill Tattersall was first taught to paint by an elderly great-grandson of John Constable, and was encouraged by her own grandmother, who was the first woman admitted to the Slade School of Fine Art in London. Jill’s paintings have been sold in Europe, Australia, and the Americas.

Available from Nutmeg & Co., Road Town’s Flagship Gift Shop & Gallery, 164 Waterfront Drive. Tel: +1 (284) 494-1426, WhatsApp +1 (284) 342-9993, or @facebook.com/nutmegandcobvi. Wholesale also available. To enquire, please contact erin@parlance.media.

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The reprint of Memories of the British Virgin Islands contains 58 of Jill’s paintings across 140 pages, all in the rich hues of her original watercolours.

Each painting is accompanied by one of Jill’s unique memories.

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EXPLORE THE BVI The British Virgin Islands, part of a volcanic archipelago in the Caribbean, comprises of four main islands–Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke, and Anegada, and some 50 smaller islands Guana Island

JOST VAN DYKE

Little Jost Van Dyke

Great Tobago

Shark Bay

Green Cay Diamond Cay White Bay

Little Tobago

BREWERS BAY

Sandy Spit

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Little Harbour

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Soper's Hole

Little Thatch

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Josiah's Bay

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Nanny Cay

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Little Harbour

Pelican Island The Indans

Flannagan The Bight Island The Caves

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Benures Bay

Norman

Bones Bight

Soldier’s Point

Windas Bight

Lobiolly Bay

Pomato Point Setting Point

Nutmeg Point

Necker Island Moskito Island

Prickly Pear Island

Seal Dog

Great Camanoe

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North Sound Long Bay

George Dog

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Marina Cay Trellis Bay

Spanish Town Spring Bay

Deadman’s Bay

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Tortola 1. J. R. O'Neal Botanic Gardens 2. Main Street 3. Queen Elizabeth II National Park 4. Old Goverment House Museum 5. 1780 Lower Estate Sugar Works Museum 6. Sage Mountain National Park 7. North Shore Shell Museum 8. Fort Burt 9. Fort Recovery 10. William Thornton's Estate ruins 11. The Dungeon 12. St. Phillips Anglican Church 13. Josiah’s Bay Plantation 14. The Windmill at Mount Healthy National Park 15. Callwood Rum Distillery 16. Green VI Glass Studio 17. Shark Bay National Park 18. Soper’s Hole

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Copper Mine Pt.

Manchioneel Bay

Rhone Marine 24 Park

Dead Chest

Peter Island

Round Rock White Horse

Big West End

Salt Island

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Lower Soldier Bay

Fallen Jerusalem

Sir Francis ake Channel

South Bay The Sound

South Bay

Carval Rock

Cooper Island

Markoe Bay

KEY Port of Entry / Airport Port of Entry / Ferry Ferry Routes Historic site

Peter Island Bluff

Benchers Bay

South Sound

Crooks Bay

Devil’s Bay

Buck Island

Eustasia Island Saba Rock Oil Nut Bay

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Savanna Bay

Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbour

Fat Hogs Bay

Biras Leverick Creek Bay

Mahoe Bay

Great Dog

Beef Island

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Nail Bay

Little Dix Bay

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Virgin Gorda 19. Spring Bay National Park 20. Little Fort National Park 21. Nail Bay Sugar Mill Ruins 22. The Copper Mine National Park 23. Gorda Peak National Park Other Islands 24. R. M. S. Rhone National Park 25. Prickly Pear National Park 26. Prickly Pear Island 27. Sandy Cay National Park

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THE G R E AT EST V I E WS Step inside three superb Tortola properties, showcased by Christie’s International Real Estate affiliates, Smiths Gore.

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THIS SPREAD Norgrove House is a prestigious private estate on 3.11 acres of land located on the peak of Little Mountain, Beef Island.

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SMITHS GORE WAS established in 1965 and is the longest-standing independent agency in the BVI. The iconic strawberry-pink offices on Main Street are built around an enormous boulder — a symbol of the strength and resilience of the British Virgin Islands and its property market.

As seems to be the trend throughout the region, the property market has remained buoyant throughout the pandemic, and interest from overseas investors has increased.

The main difference is that clients are no longer looking for vacation homes; rather, they are looking for actual second homes, in which they can live and work remotely for up to six months of the year. Specific to the BVI, we have seen an increase in land sales and development of land. On Tortola, there seems to be land being cleared and developed on every hillside, with properties popping up left, right, and center.

It can be more expensive to build in the BVI than other parts of the Caribbean, due in part to the fact that we are a volcanic archipelago with steep hills that present costly challenges to build on. Though the construction is costly, BVI contractors have impressive skills when it comes to clearing and levelling land for building; they seem fearless.

If you are looking to invest in property in the BVI, one thing is guaranteed: a fabulous view. In many cases, this is literally a multimilliondollar view if you happen to overlook one of the harbours where superyachts have chosen to dock.

The views and weather are the main reasons we live in the BVI. When you wake up and see those blues and greens around you, you can’t help but feel a sense of calm.

Our cover property, Norgrove House, is situated on Little Mountain Estate, Beef Island. While the house is

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Norgrove House offers magnificent views from the eastern side of Guana Island to Little Camanoe, Great Camanoe, Scrub Island, Virgin Gorda, and beyond.

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Perched on the top of Little Mountain, Beef Island, the estate is walking distance to Long Bay, Beef Island. It’s also just a short drive to stunning local beaches and all the amenities of East End

a gem on its own, the incomparably landscaped three-acre garden is the pièce de resistance. The former owner, Minine Norgrove of Minine’s Plants & Landscaping, used her own property as a showcase for her passion for plants. The land is replete with several varieties of palm trees, fruit trees, flowering shrubs and vines, succulents, and even an orchard!

Norgrove House is perched on the top of Little Mountain, Beef Island with views to Buck Island, Hawksnest, Guana Island, Scrub Island, Little Camanoe, and Great Camanoe. The existing house on the site comprises two ensuite bedrooms with an open-plan living room and kitchen as well as a self-contained one-bedroom efficiency beneath it.

After the recent storms, the roof and deck were replaced, and the property was redecorated. Walkways lead down to an established orchard below the house with custard apples, mangoes, limes, and carambola.

Just above the driveway, at the peak, there is a substantial area of virtually flat land which would be the perfect site for a larger house to be constructed, with 360-degree views. Covenants on the estate will allow for a second house, as well as additional guest bedrooms, to be built on the site. A subdivision might be possible with consent from the freeholder.

The estate is walking distance to Long Bay, Beef Island and a short drive to Little Bay, Lambert Bay, Josiahs Bay, Trellis Bay, and all the amenities of East End. Road Town is only a 20-minute drive away.

This is a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to purchase an extremely unique property.

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Commodore’s Lookout has been designed with entertainment in mind. The extensive outdoor space has been thoughtfully arranged with areas for lounging, dining, and sipping cocktails in the shade.

If watching boats sail in and out of Tortola is your favorite view, then The Commodore’s Lookout in West End, overlooking Sopers Hole, is the ideal spot. Uninterrupted views of the harbour are visible from every part of the extensive outside space.

This characteristically Caribbean property has been designed with entertainment and al fresco living in mind. The extensive outside space has been thoughtfully arranged with areas for lounging, dining and sipping in the shade. The covered outside lounge even has a projector screen with watching films under the stars.

The extremely unique pool forms an

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extension to the living room — you can literally step down from the sofa into the pool, where you will find a convenient ledge for sitting with your cocktail in hand. The bedrooms in the main house have the same view overlooking the harbour. Also on the property is a self-contained, twobedroom, one-bathroom guest cottage for visitors or potential tenants.

The highly convenient location is above one of the most picturesque marinas in the Caribbean, with shops, restaurants, charter companies, pubs, the West End ferry dock, and, of course, dozens of sailboats, motor yachts, and dinghies!

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Hill Top House, Luck Hill, Tortola features 180-degree ocean views, taking in Long Bay, Cane Garden Bay, the United States Virgin Islands, and Jost Van Dyke.

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This solid and very spacious property is ideal for a buyer with a sharp eye for design.

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Residents of Luck Hill on Tortola cherish their charming, rambling neighborhood. The views of Brewers Bay to the east and Cane Garden Bay to the west make it one of the most photographed locations on Tortola. Hill Top House in Luck Hill has unparalleled views of the North Shore from Cane Garden Bay to Long Bay and beyond to the USVI, from its deep wraparound balconies and terraced gardens. The main floor of the property is a huge, open-plan great room with cathedral ceilings.

The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances, hardwood cabinets, and granite countertops. A living room features external steps leading down to the pool and bedroom suites and up to a delightful sundowner terrace. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with shower and tub as well as a walk-in wardrobe.

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Take a dip in the gorgeous pool at Allamanda Estate, where you’ll feel like you’re swimming towards the vast, expansive ocean beyond.

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LOOKING FOR THE most remarkable holiday or staycation experience? The allure of Allamanda Estate Villa offers you that choice and much more. Welcome to a luxurious oasis with open, common spaces, without losing the freedom and comfort of intimacy.

Perched at the top of a pristine sixacre estate in Little Mountain, Beef Island, guests of the three-building, seven-bedroom Allamanda Estate will be captivated with awe-inspiring views. To the south is Sir Francis Drake Channel, rimmed by many islands such as Buck Island, Cooper Island, Salt Island, Dead Chest, Peter Island and Norman Island. Guana Island, Little Camanoe, and Great Camanoe. To the north, Guana Island, Little Camanoe, Great Camanoe and the open waters of the Atlantic greet your gaze Northward. The villa is within a three-minute drive or a

Now newly renovated, Allamanda Estate’s design upgrades are the perfect complement to its beautiful and classically elegant interior.

15-minute stroll of spectacular Long Bay, Beef Island, with its white sandy beach and crystal-clear azure waters.

Owners Audley and Delma Maduro fell in love with Allamanda Estate some 26 years ago. Their intention, said Delma, was “just to have a look,” but found themselves enchanted by the gorgeous estate and breathtaking beach and ocean views.

That first “look” led them to purchase Allamanda Estate, their very own luxury rental property.

Over the years Allamanda Estate has had an impressive lineup of guests. For five years, it also served as Government House, the official

residence of the governor of the British Virgin Islands. Guests would have experienced the estate’s Caribbean and European architecture: large entry hall, large arches, a signature stone terrace and courtyards complete with antique furnishings. However, in 2017, Hurricane Irma destroyed much of those design features and paved the way for Allamanda Estate’s modern makeover.

Now newly renovated, Allamanda Estate’s design upgrades are the perfect complement to its beautiful and classically elegant interior. The owners collaborated closely with

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architect and interior designer Kelvin Liburd of KDL Designs to combine functionality, technology, and luxury with a Caribbean flair.

Allamanda Estate’s new design comprises three outdoor lounges, including Euphoria, a poolside terrace perfect for a peaceful breakfast, romantic dinner, or for entertaining guests, and The Happy Space, a playful but upscale courtyard patio.

Euphoria can accommodate up to 75 guests in the unmatched luxury of a gazebo, firepit, and infinity pool. The Happy Space has an artsy, colourblocked ceiling feature with glass tiles to filter the natural sunlight.

The location allows for gatherings of about 50 guests, which may extend to the gardens and courtyard. Both lounges are designed with events in mind and have ample seating and their own bars and half-baths.

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The showstopper is Audo’s Rooftop Lounge with a with a 360-degree view of the entire estate, along with uninterrupted scenery of the outer islands and picturesque seascape.

This lookout is an ideal spot to catch the sunrise on the horizon, to savour the amazing hues of the sunset, enjoy stargazing, or moonlight as a photographer. The creative possibilities are endless! Audo’s Rooftop Lounge is for use by adults with a signed waiver, and is accessed by a spiral staircase.

Allamanda House

The main event, Allamanda House, is a 7,000-square-foot five-bedroom home in two buildings: the main house and the Garden Suites. The main house is equipped with a gourmet kitchen and spacious dining room, elegant living room, and

lounge/TV room. Two of the three bedrooms have king-size beds, one of which has the option to convert into two twin beds. Both rooms have stunning ocean views and patio access. Guests in the third bedroom are certain to feel relaxed watching lush gardens from their queen bed.

All bedrooms have beautifully appointed en-suite bathrooms.

The courtyard leads you to the Garden Suites, which houses two king-size bedrooms, The western bedroom has a patio and master bath with stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. This design feature is sure to wow, inviting sunlight, secret gardens, and ocean views to the space. While the eastern bedroom doesn’t mirror its next-door counterpart, it is equally aesthetically pleasing with its corner window and not without beautiful garden

FROM LEFT Allamanda House boasts a professional gourmet chef’s kitchen and dining room with seating for up to ten guests. The open-air bar and lounge area, featuring colourful accents, is an ideal spot for gatherings and private functions, with a view out to a flat, grassy area perfect for early-evening cocktails and games with the whole family.

and ocean views. The shared foyer is equipped with a mini fridge, coffee pot, and microwave.

Hummingbird Cottage

Nestled in a beautiful tropical garden is Hummingbird Cottage. This private and cozy two-bedroom getaway provides amazing beach, ocean, and garden views. The open kitchen and dining space extends to a lovely living room and patio for dining and other small social gatherings. Both bedrooms have private patios, while the entire space is made a home with modern furnishings and private laundry.

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The master suite in Allamanda House is equipped with a state-of-the-art audiovisual setup, remote-controlled drapes, and a large ensuite bathroom, not to mention a breathtaking view.

Options for renting this fabulous villa are either the entire seven-bedroom estate, the five-bedroom Allamanda House, and the two-bedroom Hummingbird Cottage.

Aside from a luxurious stay, Allamanda Estate welcomes private functions including weddings, family celebrations, corporate gatherings, wellness events or couples’ retreats.

The villa provides the amenities, privacy and comfort of a private island, but with the right amount of access to restaurants, beaches, and

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on-island entertainment. Long Bay and Well Bay beaches are a stone’s throw away, while casual dining and live music are an option at any of the restaurants in nearby Trellis Bay. Other wonderful dining experiences are within a 12-minute drive of Allamanda Estate.

For lovers of the environment, Allamanda Estate also offers open and private green spaces in which to bask in natural sunlight, enjoy nature walks in the existing floral oasis, and to soon taste the harvest from the planned vegetable and herb gardens.

While the open floor design of the estate welcomes cool ocean breezes, and while we endeavor to make Allamanda Estate a renewable energy space, sustainability is currently

provided by a standby generator to ensure an uninterrupted level of comfort with ceiling fans, air conditioning units, WiFi service, and a wireless printer, the latter of which means that business professionals won’t miss an email or presentation.

House games including board games, beanbags and horseshoes also make for a fun stay. Want to take a trip to one of the nearby beaches? Snorkel gear, beach umbrellas, and chairs are available at the estate for your pleasure.

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Spoilt for choice with an array of incredible white sand beaches, easy proximity to outer islands and ferries, plus the airport and great amenities, the East End of Tortola has lots to offer prospective property buyers.

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The gorgeous eastern tip of Trellis Bay, Beef Island boasts calm, shallow waters, perfect for young families to explore.

I PREFER TO be east. I grew up on the East Coast of the United States in Baltimore, Maryland. I spent a year in the northeast of France. I currently live in the southeast corner of Jersey in the Channel Islands. Little Bay and Lambert Bay are two of my favorite beaches on Tortola, and I loved living at both locations. I spent my weekends at Brandywine Bay, Josiahs Bay, Trellis Bay, and Long Bay, Beef Island. When I worked as a lecturer at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College, Paraquita Bay was my happy place, and I tended to stay on that side of the island on evenings and weekends.

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Though I may love the eastern neighborhoods on Tortola and Beef Island, many potential property buyers overlook this area. East End needs a rebrand.

The natural advantages of the eastern side of the island include the varied topography — steep hillsides, wide beaches, salt ponds, natural harbors — as well as the advantage of being on the windward side of the island. ast-facing properties have morning sun but cool off in the afternoons and evenings — the perfect time to cherish island life.

As I mentioned, East End is home

TOP LEFT Enjoy gourmet cuisine and wine with a cool breeze and a view over the Sir Francis Drake Channel at Brandywine Estate Restaurant.

BOTTOM LEFT Little Bay is pristine, secluded, and quiet.

ABOVE Ride the surf at Josiah’s Bay with Surf School BVI.

to some of the most secluded and stunning beaches in the British Virgin Islands. Josiahs Bay is a surfer’s paradise and also a great spot to sunbathe and people watch on a Sunday. Well Bay, Beef Island offers a calm and tranquil hideaway to snorkel, paddleboard, or simply read a book beneath the shade of a sea grape tree. For a livelier vibe, Long

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Bay, Beef Island provides a party atmosphere on the weekends with music pumping, barbeques smoking, and even a kitesurfer or two leaping through the air.

But the biggest selling point for the eastern side of the island is accessibility. The east hosts the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island, which offers flights to and from Virgin Gorda, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, Antigua, Dominica, St. Maarten, the Dominican Republic, and St. Kitts and Nevis. The ferry dock on Beef Island serves Virgin Gorda, Anegada,

The big selling points of East End are white sand beaches, proximity to outer islands, the airport, restaurants and amenities and Scrub Island as well as private ferries to and from luxury resorts.

For individuals who work on Virgin Gorda but who want the convenience of Tortola, the east is an ideal place to live.

The east also hosts several day care centers and schools, including Cedar International School and HLSCC, an institution of rigorous education

under the guidance of current president Dr. Richard Georges.

The eastern side of the island is also home to amazing restaurants, including Brandywine Estate Restaurant in Brandywine Bay, which is currently ranked as the number one restaurant on Tortola on tripadvisor.com (as of the time of this publication). The restaurant is

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Lambert Beach, home to Wyndham Lambert Beach Resort, is yet another stunning white sand beach, with a resort, restaurant, event space, and the largest recreational swimming pool on Tortola.

the go-to spot for special occasions, leisurely lunches, date nights, or hog roasts. One of my all-time favorite restaurants on Tortola is Jeremy’s Kitchen in Trellis Bay, home of the Famous Awesome Sandwich, hearty breakfasts, and raucous full moon parties. Next door is Trellis Bay Market Bar and Grill, serving mouth-watering cocktails, roti and jerk chicken. Also in Trellis Bay is Loose Mongoose Café, serving what might be the best coffee in the BVI, accompanied by fresh baked goods, with Loose Mongoose Restaurant right nearby on the beach. Red Rock Restaurant and Bar offers innovative waterfront dining at Penn’s Landing

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Marina. Turtle Restaurant at Wyndham Lambert Beach Resort cannot be surpassed on Tortola for barefoot luxury dining on one of the most stunning beaches in the Caribbean.

For boat owners, the east has several protected marinas and mooring fields. Hodge’s Creek Marina, JY Harbour View Marina, Penn’s Landing Marina, and Beef Island all offer reasonable rates for places to dock or moor up in protected areas.

The natural harbor of Paraquita Bay is where boats are taken in preparation for harsh storms.

Another reason why the east is the best place to buy in Tortola right

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ABOVE Sunrises, cool afternoons, soothing prevailing breezes, nearby beaches, and unobstructed views over Beef Island are just some of the benefits when living on the EastOver Estate.

now? Middle-income families can still afford it. There are many singlefamily homes for sale in the east right now, and two property developments offer an amazing opportunity for young families to get on the property ladder. These two developments are Eastover Estates and Brandywine Bay Oceanfront Condos. Both could be the next hub of family life in Tortola.

Eastover Estates on Beef Island has available plots of land ranging in size from .7 acres to 1.25 acres and ranging in price from £175,000 to £375,000. All plots are steps to the beach for snorkeling, paddleboarding,

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swimming, sunbathing, or building sand castles. The attraction of Eastover Estates is that you can build your Caribbean dream home from scratch with all of the specifications bespoke to cater to your family.

For those wanting to move into a luxuriously designed residence, Brandywine Estate Bayside Residences are modern homes perched on the water’s edge in Brandywine Bay. The development consists of ten luxury, three-bedroom waterfront townhouses with a private dock for each resident. There are plans for the hillside opposite the estate to be transformed into a green space with picnic benches and pergolas. Brandywine Bay is a calm, protected bay ideal for swimming and water sports.

There are still other hidden gems available in the east. I was surprised

to discover that there is still land available for purchase in Little Bay, one of the most exclusive parts of the island with arguably the best secluded beach. Homes are also for sale in Little Bay, Hodges Creek, Nora Hazel Point, Josiahs Bay, Lambert Bay, and Beef Island. Surfsong in Well Bay, Beef Island is a gated and private estate of 2.5 acres with seven bedrooms and over 500 feet of private waterfront land.

The eastern side of Tortola, from Kingston to Chapel Hill on the south side and from Josiahs Bay to Hawks Nest on the north side — plus all of Beef Island — include stunning beaches, pristine waters, travel access, rigorous education, and divine dining. For residents of the British Virgin Islands, this is the time to buy east before all the snowbirds buy everything up! ■

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Indigo Breeze, Great Camanoe Island

Available properties on Great Camanoe are rare, and even more rare is one as well-appointed, protected, and boatfriendly as Indigo Breeze Estate.

Great Camanoe is an exclusive, secluded two-and-a-half-mile-long island off the northeastern tip of Tortola. With its two separate halves — north and south — connected by a low, narrow isthmus between them, Great Camanoe’s topography resembles

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Virgin Gorda, but on a smaller scale, with its highest peak reaching 570 feet.

The two bays separated to the east and west of the narrow isthmus are Lee Bay and Cam Bay, both stunning beaches with snorkelling spots that are teeming with sea life. In the article “Some Virgin Islands Secrets” in Yachting magazine, one charter crew member described it as “like an aquarium.’” Additionally, the flora and fauna above the sea are equally stunning with rare species of plants and wildlife.

Indigo Plantation is the community that owns this exclusive part of the island. While other resorts with homeowners’ associations charge exorbitant fees and demand unrealistic control, Indigo Plantation is truly a community owned by the landowners, with communal grounds that are shared by all. You become part of a community that votes to decide how to spend your contributions to improve the experience of all of the members of the community. Current

ABOVE Indigo Breeze, situated on Great Camanoe, this four-bedroom, four-bathroom family home is set on 2.1 acres, boasting a 270-degree view.

projects include the refurbishment of the marina and the racket courts (did someone say pickleball?) And unlike some of the resorts in North Sound, VG, the homes on Great Camanoe are within a short boat ride to shops, bars, restaurants, and the airport.

Homeowners have the full privacy,

seclusion, security, and safety of living isolated from others, but with more interaction and links to nearby amenities.

Great Camanoe is the ideal spot for boaters looking for an isolated homebase from which to zip around the other 50 islands, islets, and cays that make up the British Virgin Islands. Due to its central location, all the best locations in the BVI are only a day trip away, including Anegada, Jost van Dyke, The Baths, Cane Garden

Bay, and Cooper Island. Indigo Breeze Estate comes with its own slip in the private, protected, palm-tree-lined marina, which is only a 15-minute hop from Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island.

After parking your boat, pick up your Jeep and cruise the wellmaintained roads leading from the private marina to Indigo Breeze Estate. Once you pull between the granite-clad pillars, you’ll know you’re home. Park your car in the

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Built to withstand just about anything nature may throw in its direction, this elegant and sophisticated home will meet the expectations of anyone dreaming of an outer island home.

two-car garage and enter your 2.1-acre private paradise. Everywhere you turn, you have a view of the sea and the neighbouring green, hilly islands.

Encompassing these vistas is the ever-changing and infinite sky, where you’ll find double rainbows, staggering sunsets, twinkling stars, or most often, a cloud-dotted canvas bejewelled by sea birds. This is why people live in the BVI: to be surrounded by a beauty that is soul-edifying and nonexistent

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anywhere else in the world.

Once inside the home, if you can look away from the views for a few moments, you’ll be impressed by the fortress-like construction of the sprawling rooms, passageways, and covered terraces. Travertine tiles caress bare feet as you step from room to room. Though Great Camanoe was hit hard during recent storms, Indigo Breeze House suffered very little damage due to its robust structure.

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The four-bedroom, four-and-a-halfbath estate comprises a rambling onelevel home with over 4,000 square feet of enclosed living spaces, over 1,200 square feet of covered porches and terraces, and 1,600 square feet of uncovered patios, plus a wraparound pool and lush gardens with palm trees, hibiscus, bougainvillaea, and toe-tickling lawns.

The octagonal sunken sitting room provides the heart of the house. It’s an ideal spot for entertaining guests for cocktails, relaxing with family, or curling up with a gripping novel. Off the sitting room are a dining room, foyer, garden, patio, and terraces.

All have those too-good-to-be-true views. The enormous, modern, and well-equipped kitchen features all of the luxury appliances that you would

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expect from a home of this calibre, including two wall ovens, a sixburner propane stovetop, wine fridge, dishwasher, ice maker, and trash compactor. The quartz countertops cover all the surfaces including an island breakfast bar that seats six.

The fully air-conditioned master suite, in a separate building, has 270-degree views from the bedroom’s three open walls that overlook the pool, Beef Island, and beyond. Wake up, and no matter where you turn, you can’t escape the breathtaking beauty. A separate, air-conditioned guest house comprises two additional bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.

The bedrooms are all meticulously appointed with plenty of closet space, cathedral ceilings, ceiling fans, sliding glass doors, and outdoor access. A

ABOVE Summer Breeze overlooks a popular full service marina and is a short 10-20 minutes drive to several white sandy beaches.

fourth guest bedroom in the main house also has its own full bathroom.

With so much in one place, you will never want to leave.

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While prices are skyrocketing in the United States and United Kingdom, the BVI still has many opportunities for investment, whether from first-time buyers or property developers.

Summer Breeze Villa is an ideal first home for a young family or couple who want to move straight into a cosy, two-bedroom, twobathroom home with stunning

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TOP LEFT The land at EastOver Estate near Hawk’s Nest overlooks Little Mountain, Beef Island, and the Camanoes.

BOTTOM LEFT Prime waterfront and hillside with majestic ocean views, for those who truly value small island beach life, Cooper Bay is some 64.43 acres of flawless unspoilt land on Tortola.

ABOVE Manatee Condos at Manuel Reef on Tortola comprise three condos and a plot of land, making them an excellent development or investment opportunity.

views over Nanny Cay, loads of outdoor space, and every convenience you can imagine. The former owner was an engineer with an eye for detail and a gift for creating practical solutions to some of the challenges of living in the Caribbean, such as a wired-in generator that enables residents to simply move their electronics to another plug when the power goes out. The property also boasts a full apartment below that could be rented long-term or as an Airbnb. The house currently has a hot tub with space available for a pool. All of this is available for only $925,000.

Eastover Estates

Eastover Estates offers affordable plots of land on Beef Island that are the perfect location and opportunity for managers and contractors who work in the North Sound but who want to live on Tortola. The property is within walking distance to some of the best beaches and a short drive to Cedar International School, the airport, or ferries to Virgin Gorda and Anegada.

Lots start at $175,000. This could be the next young community for middle-income families.

Cooper Bay

For a serious investor and established property developer, Cooper Bay, centrally located on Tortola’s North Shore, is a rare opportunity to own 64.43 acres of hillside and beachfront land. This bay is one of the last undeveloped beaches on Tortola and could be the next exclusive neighbourhood for current residents

or individuals looking for a sanctuary in the Caribbean. At $7,750,000 for the entire property, it is one of the best values per acre of land in the BVI.

Manatee Condos

Manatee Condos at Manuel Reef could be a lucrative development opportunity for someone starting to build their property portfolio.

Three condos and a plot of land comprise this development. With the addition of a seabed lease (currently in application), the development is close to Nanny Cay and Road Town, and is just a short boat ride across the Sir Francis Drake Channel to Cooper, Ginger, Peter, and Norman Islands.

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MAKI NG CO N C R E T E CHANGE In the second part of our six part series on Young Entrepreneurs, Akeem Lennard explains how customized concrete is transforming our construction industry.

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THERE IS NO SHORTAGE of elegant properties that embrace a combination of advanced architecture and sophisticated design in the Virgin Islands. Owner and Lead Artisan of Greencrete BVI, Hubert Akeem Lennard Jr. (Akeem), is proud to have played a central role in the construction of many of these properties.

Located in North Sound, Virgin Gorda, Greencrete BVI is a company

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that manufactures custom concrete and epoxy products, creating a wide variety of items for the home, from countertops to cabinets to floors to light fixtures. The company has been operating for 9 years and this year, Akeem is preparing to take yet another great stride in the construction industry with the launch of his second business, Block Works VI. To celebrate this achievement, we sat down with

Akeem to highlight Greencrete BVI’s rich history and give insight into Block Work’s upcoming launch.

ABOUT GREENCRETE BVI “I grew up in an entrepreneurial family and my Dad is a contractor,” Akeem said, as he reflected on his earliest inspirations. “As an only child and being inquisitive as I am, I easily got into the entrepreneurial

LEFT Akeem Lennard is owner and lead artisan of Greencrete BVI and Block Works VI. BELOW Akeem produces beautiful and sustainable Greencrete products for the home.

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life. I love architecture and wanted to pursue that field,” he told us.

In early adulthood, friends gifted him a book called “Building Green from the Ground Up” where he saw concrete as a finished product and the way cement is a material used that can leave an immense carbon footprint. However, invigorated by his entrepreneurial spirit, Akeem saw this construction problem as an opportunity in disguise. He recognized that concrete requires innovation to bring it into a sustainable era. He went on to develop a business plan and obtain several certifications in decorative concrete applications such as a Certificate in Concrete Masonry

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Technology at a community college in Michigan. On 29 January 2013 he launched Greencrete BVI. This company achieves a balance between decor and design all while producing a sustainable form of concrete. “We believe in environmentally sound contracting, leaving the smallest carbon footprint we can on your home project” Akeem shared.

The concrete mix reduces the amount of cement used by replacing it with conch and whelk shell material as well as glass aggregate or fine glass sand obtained from the glass recycled from households across the Virgin Islands. “I collect glass and I also receive glass from Green VI. What we do is we take the labels

off the glass and crush the glass on hand by putting them in a bin that I constructed and use a sledge hammer to crush the glass. It’s kind of a stress reliever moment,” Akeem explained. “We clean and sort the glass depending on what colors we want to use, add it to the mix and go from there”. The result? An authentic work of art that tells a story and truly captures the beauty of our islands.

Like waves washing against the shore and leaving behind little pieces of shell, replace your countertops and cabinets with soft blue colouring that brings the beachside view indoors!

Whether you are searching for a new countertop or would like repairs done to your floor, Greencrete BVI gives an

Akeem poses with the Virgin Gorda sign that his company proudly constructed for the BVI Tourist Board.

It is the first of its kind in the BVI, made from solid concrete and steel.

element of style to your project that’s both durable and sustainable.

In their 9 years of operation, Greencrete BVI has worked on numerous projects locally, regionally and internationally. “My first job when I started was at Cooper Island. I had done an outdoor bath for them, which I did with recycling glass and conch shells,” Akeem told us. Other projects include the Cane Garden Bay Baptist Church’s entire floor and most recently, the creation of the island destination signs on Tortola, Virgin Gorda and Anegada. “For the BVI sign at the Tortola Pier Park, we did that one with recycled glass embedded into it and also stained the concrete so it goes all the way through,” Akeem explained.

Greencrete BVI has also received a number of awards. In May 2015, Greencrete BVI was the winner of the Department of Trade and Consumer Affairs’ May Business of the Month and was rewarded for his outstanding customer service, provision of unique products and diligent community involvement. In September 2018, Akeem was given the exciting opportunity of representing the BVI as a guest speaker at the TEDx Wilmington conference in Wilmington, Delaware. He spoke on the topic, ‘Surviving your personal hurricane with your company in tow’ where he described his experience with Hurricanes Irma and Maria and the impact they had on his business.

His presentation received praise for being an inspiring example of the resilience of the human spirit.

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An entrepreneur is always on the look out for new and innovative ways to do things and it is this mindset that allowed Akeem to discover yet another opportunity for positive change.

“In 2017 after Hurricanes Irma and Maria and watching the struggles for building materials in the territory, my entrepreneurial juices began to flow again” Akeem explained as he took us through the process that led him to his next business venture.

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ABOVE Akeem’s newest venture, Block Works VI, creates building blocks by sustainably utilising recycled glass that would otherwise end up in the waste system.

LEFT Greencrete BVI constructed the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park’s BVI sign using stained concrete and recycled glass aggregate.

Like many of us, the hurricanes of 2017 emphasized how meaningful a place to call home is for all of us and just how important its joy, strength and comfort is.

“I’d heard my grandmother saying that her house, whose walls were still standing after Irma and were 56 years old, were built with blocks that were made in North Sound, Virgin Gorda,” he told us.

These words from his grandmother were the seeds that planted an important question in his mind. He asked himself, “if blocks could have been made 56 years ago here and with

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lack of technology, why not now?”

This question started the process of growing his idea into another blossoming business; Block Works VI. “Block Works VI, which is scheduled to launch in the third quarter of 2022, will be the first sustainable concrete block manufacturers on Virgin Gorda,” Akeem announced. Traditionally, this product was 100% produced overseas and imported. The fact that it can now be sourced from BVI, and manufactured sustainably is very exciting for the industry and the community as a whole.

This quality is consistent with Greencrete BVI and further cements his brand as one that’s committed to building a sustainable future for the Virgin Islands. He then explained that each of his blocks will utilize an average of five recycled glass bottles that will be crushed into sand and incorporated into each block.

Weekly, he plans to use an average of 4,500 glass bottles that would have

“My advice to up and coming entrepreneurs is to just start. Don’t wait for the perfect time, because there will never be a perfect time.”

AKEEM LENNARD otherwise ended up in the waste.

“This is something to be excited about,” he added.

He further explained that while Block Works VI deals with the structure of the house, it can be both industrial and decorative. “With Block Works VI, we will give people the opportunity to have blocks with the recycled glass shards in them that we polish at home. You get a finished product without having to paint or plaster,” Akeem told us.

As he prepares to launch, Akeem is currently in his final semester of completing a certification of achievement in Business Administration at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College. He is also a student at the Branson Centre.

THE BOTTOM LINE

At the end of our interview, Akeem left a word of advice for other aspiring entrepreneurs. He said: “My advice to up and coming entrepreneurs is to just start. Don’t wait for the perfect time because there will never be a perfect time. Don’t give up. You might not get the support that you want right away but you have to keep going. You never know who’s watching.”

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T H E M EGA YAC H TS ARE HERE In this, our second piece on the BVI’s mega yacht industry, Claire Shefchik explores one of the most well-known mega yachts in the world, recently seen in our waters

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FLYING FOX, A 136-METRE Lurssen, sleek and dove-grey, is reputed to be the world’s largest charter yacht, has already discovered the waters of the BVI. A-list celebs have reportedly been spotted taking the rays on deck. Photos from yacht’s charter agent, Imperial, reveal the wonders that await anyone with $3 million to spend to experience them, along with 25 of their guests across 11 cabins. How could it not be worth it?

According to Imperial, she emerged in 2019 as part of a partnership between two superyacht superstars, award-winning exterior

designer Espen Øino and interior designer Mark Berryman, who used Japanese influences for the yacht’s look.

“The aim of the designer was to create a feeling of refined tranquillity, with a small palette of colours, materials and finishes for a cohesive look – golden oak, caramel bamboo, brushed limestone, travertine marble and cream leather, as well as rattans and coconut shell embellishment,” writes Imperial.

A 22.5-metre wide beam means as much room as you need to spread out and get comfortable. A luxurious

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living space together with a unique design on both exterior and interior.

The massive swimming pool runs transversely on the Main deck, a first for a superyacht of this size and a technological challenge unlocked.

The yacht is loaded with eight tenders and about a bazillion toys from “fly boards, kites and hoverboards to sea bobs and windsurfs.”

Everyone knows the BVI’s most breathtaking sites are under the waves, with reef sharks, sting rays and giant groupers lurking amid legendary wrecks and coral reefs. Its dive centre is something more akin to a naval vessel. From advanced nitrox to underwater scooters, its rigorous instructors, who often double as fitness leaders, can take you from zero to hero with a PADI certification in a

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Flying Fox , a 136-metre Lurssen, sleek and dove grey, reputed to be the world’s largest charter yacht, has already graced the waters of the BVI. matter of weeks, even if you’ve never dived before.

The spa is particularly breathtaking. At 400 square metres and two floors, it would be hard not to relax there. Imperial describes its services as those “only a palace can offer.” Its Cryosauna, has been reported to be the first ever installed on a yacht. It’s the opposite of a traditional sauna, and it’s brisk, to say the least. It blasts you with cold instead of heat, complete with two chambers that get down to -110 degrees Celsius.

For those landlubbers who miss terra firma, the yacht’s UV-powered smart garden has an exotic array of greenery and shrubbery, with an irrigation system programmed to give each plant the correct amount of nutrients and water.

The only charter superyacht that has two helipads, capable of accommodating the biggest helicopters you can throw at it. The larger one can even be converted into a dance floor so you can keep the seafaring party going all night. And in a vessel like this, you’ll want to.

THIS SPREAD Flying Fox, which emerged in 2019, is a design masterpiece, creating a feeling of refined tranquillity.

The future of megayachts in BVI

The megayachts are here. They’re easy to spot out on the horizon, emerging from the mists like giant waterbirds, a mix of sleek lines and unexpected angles. There are 40 foot swimming pools and gyms staffed with harddriving trainers. People speculate about who’s onboard, anyone from Hollywood starlets to royalty to tech moguls. Someday, it could be you.

They have the power to sail to the limits of the known world, almost but they choose to come here, to BVI, whose secluded cays and anchorages and world-class amenities, from fivestar restaurants to laid-back beach shacks, are suitable for all tastes. And BVI wants more of them.

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THIS SPREAD The service and amenities on board Flying Fox are truly beyond anyone’s wildest dreams.

At a press conference earlier this year, Premier Andrew Fahie said, “We have a product that is in demand by the mega yacht industry as well. We have seen the interest by the mega yachting sectors so we know that the confidence is there and we are also aware that there is an interest and a market if we can accommodate additional and larger cruise vessels.”

He said the government is conducting a feasibility study to see whether more megayachts could soon be setting sail for BVI shores. That may involve a new and bigger pier that can accommodate them, such as

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those that exist in the Mediterranean and other Caribbean destinations.

After all, even the most adventurous megayachts have to come to port sometime. And that can mean big money for a territory already full of service providers who serve tourists, who are looking for opportunities after a difficult few years. And for those who have the money to spend, an unforgettable journey.

“Once the BVIPA completes its study we will be one step closer to realising our goal which is to capture the additional economic opportunities for our marine industries and create the avenues for our taxi drivers, tour operators, restaurants, shops, craft vendors and all the others,” he said.

With any luck, like massive swans, the megayachts will continue to alight on BVI waters for years to come, helping the economy, gracing the horizon, and igniting the dreams and imaginations of all who look up and see them. ■

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TACO TUESDAY A traditional dish from Mexico, these tacos are great for a crowd and you can replace the mahi mahi with chicken or beef if preferred. They were a winner at our photo shoot, and we hope you enjoy them as much as we did.

Happy cooking!

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Mahi Mahi Tacos To start with, ensure that the fish is firm to touch and doesn’t smell ‘fishy.’

It should have a wonderful clean aroma of the ocean. If you are buying a whole fish, make sure that the eyes are clear; that is also a good indicator of freshness. When you’re ready to season the fish, pat it dry with some paper towels to absorb any liquid.

This will help develop a nice char on the exterior. Be patient when cooking it – if it doesn’t want to release from the pan, then it’s not ready to turn.

L E V E L E A SY M A K E S A P P R OX . 8 TAC O S INGREDIENTS 4 6 oz mahi mahi fillets 1 /4 cup Old Bay seasoning Salt & Pepper to taste 1-2 tbsp Olive Oil METHOD Start by heating up a heavy duty frying pan, medium high heat. Coat the pan with olive oil.

While the pan is heating up, season the mahi with salt, pepper, and the Old Bay seasoning. When your pan is hot and the oil is rippling, carefully place the fish in the pan and cook for 4 minutes on the first side. Turn the heat down to about medium, and turn the mahi over on the other side for another 4 minutes. I also like to do this again on each side for 1 minute. Lightly press the fish – if it feels firm, it’s done.

Remove from pan and allow to rest for 10 minutes. These can be served at room temperature, and when it comes time to build the tacos, you can flake the fish.

For the Pineapple Salsa M A K E S A P P R OX . 2 C U P S The pineapple salsa is something that I make and enjoy quite often. I put it on top of all sorts of things and have even made salad dressings using the leftovers. At this time of year, it seems that a lot of the produce stalls are selling pineapples from Dominica;

take advantage of this because the taste is unbelievably different to the ones you get at the grocery store.

They are divine! If you wanted to, you could even grill the pineapple before you dice it into the salsa.

INGREDIENTS 1 large fresh pineapple, small dice 1 red onion, fine dice 1 red bell pepper, small dice 1

/4 cup fresh cilantro, rough chop 1 jalapeno, fine dice (optional) 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar Salt & pepper to taste METHOD Mix everything together in a bowl and set aside, or place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator, no more than a day.

If you are making this ahead, it’s best to leave the cilantro out until ready to serve so it keeps its lovely colour. Delish on top of tuna, or chicken if preferred!

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For the Tomato Salsa M A K E S A P P R OX . 2 C U P S With the tomato salsa, I find it really is down to your preference on you how you favour it. Some people prefer a dryer salsa, while others favour a juicy one. If you want to take it to another level, you could try roasting the tomatoes along with a few cloves of garlic and adding that in instead of the raw garlic.

Again, there are some beautiful local tomatoes around right now and they are stunning. I find I buy so many tomatoes and have them with everything; they are addictive!

INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups fresh tomatoes, small dice (about 10 tomatoes) 1 red onion, fine dice 1 /4 cup fresh cilantro, rough chop 1 clove garlic, crushed (or as fine as possible!) optional METHOD Mix everything together in a bowl and set aside, or place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator, no more than a day.

NOTE: if you prefer a juicy salsa, use the whole tomato. If you are not a fan, slice the tomato in half and use a spoon to remove the seeds and juices.

Sriracha Sour Cream Last but not least, the sriracha sour cream is just what this dish craves to tie it all together; a nice bit of subtle heat with the tanginess of the sour cream. I have done this with chipotle in adobo for a greater heat level and extra smokiness. Also, I have charred up jalapenos, peeled them, and blended them in with the sour cream.

All of these options are delicious; it’s down to your preference of heat.

INGREDIENTS 8 oz sour cream 1 /4 cup Sriracha Juice of 1 lime

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Mix together in a bowl and serve immediately.

Guacamole Please refer to our website for this recipe from our March issue– bvipropertyyacht.com/vi-bvi/ go-green/

For the flour tortillas Warm up eight in the microwave, or as I have done, slightly char them on an open flame using tongs. This happens quickly so keep an eye on them and turn them constantly. Keep in a zip top bag to preserve them from drying out.

To assemble the tacos Start with the tortilla as the base, spread a bit of guacamole, followed by the flaked fish, then the salsas and finally a dollop of the sriracha sour cream, topped with fresh cilantro for garnish. Yum! If you want to make these gluten-free, replace the tortilla wraps with some lettuce cups, to keep it really fresh and light! ■

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