This $40 Million Caribbean Estate Is Like Your Own Private Resort
Your next vacation home could well be in 'America's Paradise.' A quaint hilltop estate in the U.S. Virgin Islands has just hit the market for $40 million.
Perched atop two hillside acres on the island of St. John, the aptly named Le Paradis (or 'Paradise' in English) is surrounded by protected parklands that provide residents with an unmatched level of privacy. Tucked away in the private enclave Estate Catherineberg, the palatial mansion offers striking panoramas of St. John's north shore. Corby Parfitt and Eric Bauman of U.S. Virgin Islands Sotheby's International Realty hold the listing.
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Le Paradis dates back to 1981, but was recently treated to a meticulous, multi-year renovation, according to press materials. World-renowned architects Tony Ingrao and Mario Nievera teamed up with Kevin Qualls of local firm Springline Architects to rebuild and expand the home. The sprawling pad offers some 16,450 square feet of living space and no less than eight bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and three half baths.
Through the gated entry, a winding palm tree-lined pathway leads to the central courtyard and the main home. The great room showcases soaring cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, sleek hardwood floors, and large windows that allow light to filter into the nearby lounge and dining area. The interior decor spotlights materials from all around the world. The kitchen, for example, features custom St. Charles Sycamore cabinetry, locally quarried stone, imported Italian marble, and fixtures from THG and Gessi.
The clever indoor-outdoor design of Le Paradis means that there are places to relax both inside and out. The rear deck affords gob-smacking vistas out over the infinity pool and spa, while the scenic covered terrace features an alfresco lounge and dining area. Back inside lies a state-of-the-art home theater with coastal views, two large executive offices, and a private wellness center with a fitness suite, spa, and meditation spaces.
As for accommodation, the home offers a lavish primary suite with a private balcony plus six guest suites with spa-like en suites and custom built-ins. The property also includes dedicated staff accommodations. To top it off, Le Paradis is one of the only residences on St. John to feature a private elevator.
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Those sweet on Saint Thomas might also be interested in a nine-acre spread that recently came to market. Comprised of four homes and a private waterfall, the $30 million estate would also make a great addition to your portfolio. We'll let you decide between the two.Best of Robb Report
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