An entire private island in the Maldives is up for sale – and it comes with its own stunning home which is the height of luxury – but you’ll need very deep pockets
If the thought of escaping to your own paradise island – with soft white beaches, your own private lagoon and a home surrounded by stunning lush forests – has appealed, one estate agent might be able to make your dreams come true.
However, you’ll need pretty deep pockets if you want this dream to become a reality. The private island, which stands alone in the archipelago of the stunning Maldives has a pretty steep price tag of $45million. That’s almost £35million. Soneva Jani is located on the island of Medhufaru in the Maldives’ Noonu Atoll, which sits 105 miles north of the capital city of Malé. The private North Island retreat is a breathtaking oasis of verdant tropical forest and powder-white beaches, kissed by the Maldivian sun and surrounded by the sparkling turquoise waters of a private lagoon. Sitting at the northern tip of Soneva Jani, it will feature a 3,717 sq m built-up area and a total land area of 33,437 sq m.
The villa complex will be crafted from sustainable, ethically sourced materials, using fast-growing, ultra-sustainable and durable bamboo or plantation-grown wood. And in line with the Soneva Jani ‘Waste to Wealth’ ethos, materials will be re-used and recycled wherever possible, whether that’s transforming driftwood into sculptures and statement lighting, using reclaimed telegraph poles for construction, or turning waste metals and glass into eye-catching design details.
The vast North Island complex will have five bedrooms and three children’s rooms across a number of villas, combining the ultimate private escape with exclusive access to Soneva Jani’s award-winning amenities.The main villa building will boast an opulent master suite, a main living area and a breathtaking infinity pool. A walkway will link it to a gym and fitness area.
Two exclusive guest villas will sit on the beach with direct access to the tranquillity of the picture-perfect sands. There is a development plan to add two further villas.A nearby beach shack will offer laid-back elegance, while a private cinema on the beach will provide enchanting starlit cinematic moments.
Meanwhile, a beachside grill and bar with an open-air dining area will invite indulgence, creating a unique dining experience with toes in the sand. David said: “I spent five days at Soneva Jani earlier this year and I can say with absolute confidence that it is the most breathtakingly perfect place I have ever had the privilege to visit. Every detail is meticulously considered and executed. This is a true one-of-a-kind place – a unique opportunity to own a private island in one of the most beautiful locations this planet has to offer.”
The sale of the island marks the launch of David Britton International – and the first properties to be marketed include a one-of-a-kind Maldives island for offers upwards of $45 million for the estate agency, which is based in Cumbria. The launch has been in the planning stages for more than six months as global partners have been finalised and a schedule for property releases agreed.
Managing Director, David, said: “Today marks an incredibly exciting milestone for our estate agency. Since our launch in 2018, we have developed a reputation as a team who have a genuine passion for what we do and go to great lengths to deliver exceptional levels of service.
“In a few short years, we’ve won awards, opened multiple offices and become one of the most effective estate agencies in Cumbria. This next step feels huge, but has been a long time in the planning. Through industry connections, David Britton International has been commissioned to deliver sales and marketing services for a collection of luxury villas at the Soneva Jani resort in the Maldives.
“Individual villas are priced from $4.4 million USD upwards, but the absolute jewel in the crown is a $45 million private island which stands alone as the only single-residence island in the Maldives archipelago. It is an exceptional place which we are confident will attract international attention.”
Whilst Soneva Jani’s North Island is the jewel in the crown of the David Britton International inventory, the business is also marketing properties in Spain. And in the coming months, properties in other areas of Europe, Thailand and the Dominican Republic will be among those to hit the market via the website.
David said: “This is the start of something special. We have an established brand in Cumbriaand southern Scotland and we’re laser-focused on continuing to deliver the very high levels of personalised service that have become synonymous with our brand. We will also be full steam ahead with our new international instructions, as we make every effort to deliver global impact from our headquarters on the cusp of the Lake District NationalPark.” David Britton Estates & International has offices in Penrith, Cockermouth, Kendal and Kirkby Stephen. For more information on the Soneva Jani properties, visit brittonestates.co.uk/international
