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The Bight by Dream Hotel Group Celebrate Launch with TCI Block Party

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The Bight by Dream Hotel Group Celebrates the Launch of its 66-Suite / 89-Key Condo-Hotel Project in Partnership with Celebrated Brand & Management Company Dream Hotel Group

On Tuesday 11th February, Grace Bay, Providenciales came to life with an inspired Block Party Event to celebrate the official launch of The Bight by Dream Hotel Group and their new partnership with NYC-based Dream Hotel Group, who will now serve as Manager and Operator for the 66-suite/89-hotel key project.  The event took place between Sandbox and Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty’s office with music by renowned DJ Munro spilling over to the streets and a botanical jungle theme scape that flowed throughout both venues, intertwining the buildings to one another.  If the refreshingly simple and stunningly creative ambience is anything to go by, this development is off to a progressive start. 

Ryan Jones and Natalie Zaidan of the EA Group are best known for the hip local coffee spot, Lemon-to-go-café and their successful landscaping company Environmental Arts, but this powerhouse couple, who have called Turks & Caicos their home for close to two decades, are lesser known for the multiple hats they wear, which include construction, real estate development and sales, art production, rum and vodka distilling and their latest food and beverage venue Sandbox, which caters to the on trend phenomenon of health conscious consuming.  No mini sliders here. EA Group is always one step ahead of the curve.  Everything from the mood, to the canapes was refreshing.  Guests dined on air fried vegetable samosas and mini chicken satay, to name a few, and quenched their thirst with coconut water housed in Turks & Caicos grown coconuts provided by local business owner, JJ Jennings of Coco Vibes.  The signature “cocktail with a Bight” was a spicy margarita with a slight bite as the name suggests. 

Between speeches guests posed amongst giant foam letters that playfully encircled the Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International office, spelling out “The Bight Hotel”.  As the night progressed and guests, hoteliers, Government officials, and friends filled the space, Ryan Jones spoke to the crowd and announced his vision and dream of bringing an authentic, experience-based condo-hotel to the Turks and Caicos that focuses on lifestyle.

“So why do you want to build a hotel?  Why do you want to be in this business?  What is the origin story of this project? Natalie and I live in the Bight. This is our home, and we love the country.  I loved it enough that I made my life here and had my kids here. We wanted to recreate the magical Turks and Caicos experience that people have when they come here for the first time and never leave.  We want to share that with people. We were looking at the market and thought the five-star market is really well-served by a whole bunch of guys who have done an amazing job. The market that really needs to be addressed is the four-star boutique market with culture, design, art, experiences, and adventure. We wanted to align what we did with our life and that’s why we decided to build a hotel here. Then it was a matter of finding the right management partner. An established, creative and inspiring team to bring our vision to life.

“The Bight by Dream Hotel Group will cater to travelers and owners who share a passion for design, community, and food and beverage —all while celebrating the natural beauty and culture of the islands,” added Jeff Donnelly, Vice President of Development, Dream Hotel Group. “In our partnership with EA Group, we are committed to delivering a fresh and exciting experience to the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Following a soft launch in April 2019, the last 10 months have seen 10 reservations.  That’s an average of one reservation per month, a staggering number for an overseas jurisdiction and a new developer. Further confirmation that design- and lifestyle-driven EA Group have their finger on the pulse of the next real estate trend. 

“The Bight by Dream Hotel Group is lean, and it’s designed for short term vacation rental.  There’s no fat.  What do you say?” Joe Zahm Presidentof Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty asked DeveloperRyan Jones, “Everything you need and nothing you don’t need. I look at it with the great end in mind. It is designed for the end user from the beginning with a real hotel lobby and bar, and a real vibe and lifestyle experience attached to it. And when you factor in the connectivity, elegance and simplicity of the design, at a wonderful price point, this will well serve the market, who really want to be part of the investment class, where your return on investment is just better per square foot.  And when you add on just a great amenity set that’s going to be a part of the Bight, and you also add to that just amazingly smashing outlooks with the only elevated property and true beach access. It’s really a combination to die for.”

So what’s next for the EA Group you ask? More sweat and hard work. Starting with digging trenches in the Bight neighborhood to begin burying those old power lines and transforming the area to the beautiful vision Natalie and Ryan started dreaming about over seven years ago.  Look out for more information on the underground power line initiative and the beautification of this local neighborhood.

Reserve Your Piece of the Bight Today

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Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales

Beach Enclave Announces Official Groundbreaking of Phase 2 Beach Enclave Long Bay

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November 26th, 2019, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. Beach Enclave Turks and Caicos, the private villa resort brand behind Beach Enclave North Shore , Beach Enclave Grace Bay and Beach Enclave Long Bay is proud to announce the further expansion of the successful Beach Enclave brand with the Official Groundbreaking of Phase 2 Beach Enclave Long Bay, the first true luxury boutique resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
“We could not be happier with the three resort locations we have – eachone peacefully nestled on the best beaches Turks & Caicos has to offer,from the north shore to the south shore of Long Bay in Providenciales. Phase 2 at Beach Enclave Long Bay is perhaps our most ambitious project yet.Our ethos for low density private beachfront living and our signature personalized touch is established and our guests love us for it.Our goal now is to continuously improve the owner and guest experience by growing our resort amenities to provide everything they may needwhere they need it, right there, a short beach stroll away.- Vasco Borges, CEO, Beach Enclave

The Turks & Caicos Islands community of businessmen, agents and Government Officials showed up to support the Groundbreaking of Phase 2 Beach Enclave Long Bay, which consists of four 3 – 4 bedroom standalone Beach Houses and The Club, a 24 key boutique hotel with 7 select Club Residences available for private ownership (Phase 1 villas are sold out, resort is open to owners and guests).


“With 16 completed villas, a further 11 under construction,and another 10 planned, along with additional hotel keys and a host of amenities, Beach Enclave has quickly developed into a desired luxuryvilla and hospitality brand under the direction of CEO Vasco Borges.With three beachfront location options offering the best in luxury villa living and services, BE is an industry leader with over a 50% share in its real estate market segment and a #1 Trip Advisor rating from its highly satisfied guests.We love representing this awesome and emerging brand.”- Joe Zahm, President, Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty.

With the Beach Houses taking shape over the next year, The Club Boutique Hotel,a four-story soft-contemporary building, designed by acclaimed architects Jacobsen Arquitetura , will add further on-site resort facilities including one-of-a-kind rooftop Wellness Spa & Lounge, a beachfront restaurant, Club Pool, fitness centre, lighted tennis, full water sports and children’s area on 8 acres over 800 feet of white sand beach.
With 24 hotel keys and 7 select Club Residences, all of the Residences will enjoy beachfront positions with wide frontage, full kitchen and indoor/outdoor living spaces.Private ownership opportunities range from a Junior Suite(with 34 ft. of frontage and 878 sq. ft.) to a Three Bedroom Club Penthouse(with 56 ft. of frontage and 3,240 sq. ft.)
The Club brings an exciting, modern, tropical design to Turks and Caicos,enhancing the Beach Enclave ethos of low density living amidst a boutique environment.
An offering for the few, allowing owners beachfront family living within the security of Beach Enclave’s proven rental and management program.

Beach Enclave Grace Bay in Leeward is also under development, with only one beachfront lot remaining. Be on the lookout for our official update coming soon.

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Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales

Windward Long Bay Ltd. Announces The Launch at South Bank, Long Bay

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Windward , the developer of the successful Blue Cay Estate in Leeward, is excited to announce a first-of-its-kind offering at the new South Bank community in Long Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. The Launch consists of 38 contemporary waterfront one, two – and three – bedroom Boathouses, with boat docks (up to 26’) and a heretofore unprecedented relationship with the turquoise waters of Long Bay.  

“At South Bank, we are happy to provide vacationers, seasonal and full – time residents alike a long – awaited opportunity to live right on the water with convenient boat access and the full amenities of a Grace Bay Resorts managed property. We feel our one, two and three-bedroom offerings provide great value for a waterfront and marina experience. Construction of the infrastructure and our first homes at South Bank is set to begin over the next few months, owing to a successful initial pre-sales period in the Ocean Estates and Lagoon neighborhoods.” – Ingo Reckhorn, Developer, Windward Development Ltd.

Encased in 5 buildings grouped around an entertainment area with a pool, lounging gardens, hammocks and BBQ stations, floor plan options range from 1 bedroom (approximately 1,464 covered SF) to 3 bedrooms (approximately 2,336 covered SF), with introductory prices from $795,000. One- and two-bedroom plans provide the opportunity for roof top terraces with spectacular elevated water views.

“As the exclusive broker for South Bank, we love how the Boat Houses complement the Ocean Estates and beachfront Lagoon Villas, at such a welcoming price. In addition to being an integral member of Provo’s only residential resort and marina community, Boathouse owners will have the optionality of renting their Boathouses long – or short term.”- Joe Zahm, President, Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty

Link to Available Listings at South Bank

Turks & Caicos Real Estate – Rock House Resort Starts Construction

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We are pleased to announce ROCK HOUSE has broken ground and construction has commenced on the majestic 14-acre waterfront site with the official Groundbreaking Event taking place last weekend.
Government officials and the community showed up to support Grace Bay Resorts and watched as CEO & Developer Mark Durliat gave a heartfelt speech to his faithful hospitality team, many of whom have worked with Grace Bay Resorts for decades.
ROCK HOUSE is the latest development from acclaimed Grace Bay Resorts. Unlike any resort seen before in the Turks & Caicos, this unique development and residential vision is located on the north coast of Providenciales, with 600 feet of frontage and peaks soaring 95 feet above sea level.
Taking inspiration from the allure and sophistication of European hotels along the Mediterranean coast, South of France and remote isle of Capri, ROCK HOUSE has committed the same detailed attention to its method of construction, as it has to the design phase of its refined resort experience. Ensuring native trees, shrubs, orchids and succulents will be incorporated into the completed resort by preserving indigenous vegetation that has occupied the lush and varied landscape for hundreds of years.
“Reusing these natural materials and landscape from this historic site remains true to the Rock House spirit. We seek to ensure a very low environmental impact, with deep sustainability and a sense that this special resort property has been here for years.” – Mark Durliat, CEO & Developer, Grace Bay Resorts.

Link to Available Listings at Rock House Resort

Beach Enclave Grace Bay, Turks & Caicos – Completes First Villa!

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Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty and Beach Enclave Grace Bay are happy to announce that the first villa is now complete! Beachfront Villa 2, a two-story, five-bedroom luxury villa is ready for the owners to enjoy. With only one beachfront villa remaining for sale this villa development is well on its way to full completion.

Link to Beach Enclave Grace Bay Listing

Rock House Resort, Turks & Caicos to Start Construction

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Rock House construction to begin! As you are aware, Rock House enjoys dramatic, rugged topography and lush native vegetation that dates back hundreds of years. As we prepare for construction, particular attention is being placed on saving many of our important trees, native shrubs, succulents and other vegetation, with a goal of incorporating this back into the completed resort.

To learn more, click here: http://bit.ly/2oK2cQO

Only 1 studio and 1 two-bedroom cottage remain available – Link to Listings

THE BIGHT HOTEL An elevated, chic, design-forward boutique hotel concept focusing on authentic experiences and lifestyle

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The Bight Hotel and resort property aims to, authentically and efficiently, bring more of what is loved about the Turks & Caicos Islands…while leaving behind the price tags, maintenance and unused space.

The Bight Hotel, with 66 units / 89 keys, centering around the highly adaptable King Suite Studio, fulfills a long-standing gap in the Turks & Caicos real estate market for a desirable yet affordable four-star resort property. Add in elevated ocean views from its 7 acre property (just southwest of Wymara) and simple beach access to 1,000 feet of pristine beach and you’re on to a winner.
EA Group, a well-known and established TCI group of hospitality and property-focused companies, are the force behind the conception of this desirable product. Ryan Jones, Director of EA Group stated, “We designed The Bight Hotel to be authentic, experiential, and hip with the primary objective that it be a great investment opportunity. We wanted to eliminate excess, like enormous wrap around porches, indoor dining rooms and massive kitchens, that owners rarely use, and prioritize more of the things modern buyers and vacationers want, like fitness facilities, farm-to-table food and gardens, stunning views, access to tons of Grace Bay Beach, and authentic island experiences. We recognize owners are going to use the property three or four weeks of the year so to make sense it principally has to be a fantastic investment.”
The resort’s refreshing simplicity centers around the brilliantly designed King Studio. ” The studio design has wonderful optionality with something for everyone.” remarks Joe Zahm, President/Broker of Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, “You could have a queen bed with a bunk bed in the space, or two twin beds to accommodate your teenagers, or you may want to connect the studio unit to another to create a double unit, or a three bed penthouse…the emphasis is on ease of use, rentability, and optimal sleeping capacity. There is currently nothing on market like it – plus it’s just cool!”
EA Group chose Simon Woods Architects to design the highly amenitized resort and innovative floor plans, which include custom designed interiors and furniture such as signature daybeds and bonket seating bedded into seamless floor to ceiling glass walls.

Each and every unit provides smashing views of Provo’s north shore towards Northwest Point, with the first level raised approximately 50 feet to take advantage of endless ocean views over the preserved botanical and meditative garden of the Bight National Park. The Bight Hotel will offer an on site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, swimming pool, bar, cross fit gym, spa, kid’s club, farm, rum distillery, coffee shop and barn to host special events and weekly movie nights.

Introductory pricing ranges from $377,000 to $1.7M providing a welcome option for investors, couples, and families seeking an attractive price point, access to the Turks & Caicos market, or simply a more authentic and experiential property

Link to Listings for The Bight Hotel

Andaz Turks & Caicos Residences at Grace Bay The Penthouse Loft – Now Available for Purchase

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With only 3 available, the unprecedented 1,280 SF Penthouse Loft design enjoys northeastern ocean facing views from its premier position on the 7th level. Inspired by a combination of urban luxury & the essence of indoor/outdoor Caribbean living, the Penthouse Loft enjoys an additional 700+ SF of living space from its private rooftop, complete with lounging area, plunge pool, wet bar and entertainment center, accessible from the main level terrace. Be one of the select few to own a unique Penthouse opportunity on Grace Bay Beach. 

Link to Penthouse Loft Listing

South Bank on Long Bay Beach Where your haven is home

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South Bank is a rare and welcoming haven: a place where easy-going island living meets beautifully designed homes, against a backdrop of spectacular natural beauty. A place to bring your friends and family for ocean adventures, relaxation and precious time together.

Windward Development Ltd., the developers of South Bank, set expectations last season with their inaugural development, Blue Cay Estate, which was a resounding sellout success met with much acclaim in the residential canal and beachfront section of Leeward. Award winning London and Turks & Caicos based architects, Blee Halligan, designed the contemporary homes at Blue Cay. Together, the team took a 15-acre parcel of raw land with limited ocean frontage, and used their vision for a boat loving community to create a gated canal front community of 15 exclusive contemporary homes with boat docks and 3 beachfront homes on the Leeward Channel. 
Windward Development has beautifully delivered on its promise of a secure and well-managed family development, ideal for water enthusiasts and boaters with the execution of the Blue Cay development, which sold out within a two-year period. Joe Zahm, President and Broker of Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, the leading real estate company in the Turks & Caicos Islands, remarked “Blue Cay is a must see for my friends and colleagues. who are blown away by how well the project was conceived, from its understatedly cool, modern architecture, to the use of personal dock space in a canal and beachfront community that emerged from the raw site. Clearly a high level of vision and creativity went into achieving the end product, and we expect even bigger and better things at South Bank”   Windward Development has selected Blee Halligan again for their newest project, South Bank, a residential resort and marina community along 2,200 ft. of beach and iron shore, including a unique peninsula located on the southwestern end of Long Bay beach. The 31-acre site with direct affiliation with The Marina at South Bank, offers versatile home owning opportunities each providing a distinct relationship with the waters surrounding the development. Ivor Stanbrook, one of the development team Directors, commented that one facet of Windward’s unique approach to development is that, “We like to take a piece of property and reshape it in the ideal way to enhance the waterfront experience for our buyers.” 

South Bank promises to be a refreshingly contemporary community with a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. Anchored by a full-service Marina, South Bank will be set apart by 6 distinct neighborhoods: The Ocean Estate 1 & 2, The Lagoon 1 & 2, The Launch & The Point. At project completion South Bank will comprise 19 Oceanfront Villas (The Ocean Estate 1 & 2), 18 Lagoon Villas, some of which include private docks (The Lagoon 1 & 2), 38 Boat Houses, most of which enjoy a private deck and boat dock (The Launch), and 16 one to three-bedroom Condominiums (The Point).

At full build out, amenities will include an affiliated Marina with exclusive owner’s boat services, fitness center and spa, tennis court, club house with pool, bar and restaurant, café, lagoon peninsula with lounging cabanas, non-motorized water sports, beach club and Long Bay beach access.

Link to Listings for South Bank, Long Bay

Recently launched and positioned to bring the Turks & Caicos into the next decade…..

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Andaz Turks & Caicos Residences at Grace Bay Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Andaz Turks & Caicos Residences at Grace Bay has recently hired Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty as its exclusive Turks & Caicos real estate broker. Hyatt Hotels Corp. is pleased to introduce its Andaz brand to Grace Bay Beach in the Turks & Caicos Islands, as its first ever residential property in the Caribbean. President / Broker of Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, Joe Zahm, states “After spending time with the Andaz brand it seems clear that it is the perfect fit for Grace Bay and our islands. The Andaz brand ethos melds the best of our unique locale of sun, sand, sea, climate, people & vibe, and the residences are impeccably luxurious but relaxed in the comforting setting of a beachfront resort with on-site amenities. The combination of studios, one, two and three bedroom residences, along with a variety of penthouses, provides our primed market with the purchase options it has been waiting for”.
The resort will be comprised of two buildings, the 59-key hotel and the 74-unit branded residences, with co-located amenities. Most all of the residences enjoy panoramic ocean views. With purchase opportunities ranging from studios to four-bedroom penthouses with roof terraces, Andaz provides a wonderful range of residential options. The resort focuses on immersive experiences influenced by the culture of the islands. Set in the exceptional location of Grace Bay Beach (just steps away from the Bight Reef’s snorkeling waters), owners will be part of the lifestyle of the islands in the setting of a world-class resort with a range of amenities to include, indoor/outdoor spa, fitness center, tennis court, water sports, retail space, three pools, Kid’s Club, and three bars and restaurants. Owners can opt to participate in the resort’s rental program. “It’s an honor to share our vision for the project in tandem with such a reputable flagship brand as Andaz and bring this world class resort to the Turks & Caicos Islands”, said Co-Managing Director of Vista Development Matt McDonald.
Seasoned TCI architects RAD Architecture, whose prior projects include the highly successful Shore Club on Long Bay, and The Palms on Grace Bay, and Modus Operandi A + D (Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya and Andaz Costa Rica Resort and Peninsula Pagayo) are responsible for the modern design & elegant interiors. The residences range in size from 694 SF for a studio to circa 9,000 SF for the largest penthouse, with expansive beachfront living and dining areas, and indoor / outdoor space. Most residences offer dual outlooks, both northern beachfront facing and southern garden views, optimized through signature floor to ceiling glass sliders. All of the bedrooms benefit from ensuite bathrooms with double quartzite vanities. The master bathrooms feature Hansgrohe rain and hand showers, and free-standing soaking tubs. Rich materials and modern lines create a space of understated elegance with European style kitchens featuring soft-close cabinetry, Sintered Stone durable countertops and Bosch appliances.
The project is being developed by Vista Development Ltd., the TCI entity to US based real estate investors, ProNet Capital LLC, whose vision and leadership under Director of Development John Fair brought the islands Grace Bay Club. “After the success I’ve enjoyed at the Grace Bay Club, I am excited to immerse myself back into Turks & Caicos, as I see the Andaz development being the most talked about resort experience, and the next big thing for Turks & Caicos and the Caribbean”, says Fair.
The indigenous beauty of Turks & Caicos continues to inspire with Andaz Turks & Caicos Residences at Grace Bay beach, kicking off a new decade in Turks & Caicos, one of timelessness updated.

Link to New Listings for Andaz Turks & Caicos Residences at Grace Bay