The Caribbean and bahamas are home to some of the most coveted sects of real estate in the world. here, haute living presents our picks of the islands’ top homes on the market.

By Jennifer Seligman & Eve Gurevich

$10.8 Million
Kalypso Shores

Lyford Cay, which sits on the western tip of New Providence Island, enjoys an unmatched reputation for excellence in environment and amenities, and is the ultimate expression of privacy and elegance in The Bahamas. Kalypso Shores is one of 300 beautiful properties of the privileged enclave.

Recently renovated and impeccably maintained, the 8,000-square-foot, canal front estate is nestled on one acre of land and features six bedrooms with six- and-a-half bathrooms. The home is beautifully furnished and boasts a grand kitchen, butler’s pantry, breakfast room, walk-in wine cellar, his and her offices, his and her walk-in closets, audio visual room, gym, separate guest cottage and staff quarters.

Lush, tropically landscaped gardens surround this beautiful home. The grounds include a swimming pool, two docks, boat lift, entrance fountain, irrigation system, outdoor lighting, courtyard, greenhouse, standby generator, reverse osmosis system, rain water tank, interior and exterior music system, security system, and intercom.

The Lyford Cay community is home to the Lyford Cay Club, a world famous, private retreat that boasts a championship golf course, 12 tennis courts, a complete marina, and world-class cuisine. A half-mile of powdery white beach, 24 hour security, it’s own private, international school, and rare privileges distinguish Lyford Cay as a truly unique place to live and Kalypso Shores a truly magnificent home to live in.

Price: $10,800,000
Location: Lyford Cay, Bahamas
Realtor: Diane Holowesko Dunkley
Phone: 242.362.5858
Realty: Holowesko Realty
Website: www.holowesko.com