1. Bávaro, Dominican Republic
Located within Punta Cana Resort, this newly built nine-bedroom home features private terraces off each room. A two-minute walk from the beach, the property has a 30-foot swimming pool and a croquet lawn. $6,600,000. Cesar Herrera, Provaltur International/Christie’s Great Estates, (809) 697-5117
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Set on the water’s edge, this four-bedroom home features passive solar power. The open plan creates natural ventilation, as well as a visual corridor to the pool and terrace. $5,950,000. Scott Hauser, Anguilla Properties/Sotheby’s International Realty, (264) 498-0123
3. St. Joseph, Barbados
The grounds surrounding this six-bedroom home have tropical gardens, a plant nursery, and mature palms. The six-acre estate also features a two-bedroom guesthouse and a gatehouse with staff quarters and an office. $12,000,000. Melanie King, Altman Real Estate/Christie’s Great Estates, (866) 360-5292
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4. Eleuthera, Bahamas
Located in the fishing village of Spanish Wells, this two-bedroom cottage has recently been renovated. A short walk from the island’s northern beaches, the home has a back porch with views of the harbor. $395,000. Darrin Sands, Damianos Sotheby’s International Realty, (242) 557-7071
5. Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
This six-bedroom, Mediterranean-style home, located on Bowse Bluff, features a private beach cove. Additional amenities include a boat dock, an in-ground pool, and a guesthouse. $6,950,000. Patty Nugent, Cayman Islands Sotheby’s International Realty, (345) 623-1234
6. Nassau, Bahamas
This three-bedroom home on Cable Beach is a 10-minute drive from Nassau. The property features a guest cottage, a gardener’s apartment, a housekeeper’s cottage, and a two-bedroom guest apartment. $6,450,000. Stuart Halbert, Bahamas Realty, (242) 396-0034
7. Canouan, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Located within the 1,200-acre Raffles Resort, this three-bedroom house has exposed rafters and an infinity pool. Access to the Trump International Golf Club included. $4,500,000. Paul Altman, Altman Real Estate/Christie’s Great Estates, (246) 432-7613
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