The island is owned by the super-rich

With a price tag of up to $ 28 million, Jumby Bay, a private island off the coast of Antigua, is becoming a ‘dreamland’ for many wealthy investors.
Located about 5 hours by boat from New York City (USA), it is considered as a resort for the elite, with costs from 3,500 USD to 10,000 USD for a night of stay, according to New York Post.

Since the first opening of tourism in 1980, Jumby Bay Island has been a paradise for British financiers and many Hollywood celebrities. Photo: Villa Retreats. Currently, Jumby Bay Island has 28 luxury resort bungalows with many facilities such as Verandah bar, high-class restaurant for visitors. Most of the rest of the 300-acre island belongs to exclusive investors. Famous faces who used to be residents here include designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, David Sainsbury, Oprah Winfrey and luxury lifestyle icon Robin Leach. In the midst of the Covid-19 epidemic, the super-rich paid special attention to real estate here. Photo: SCMP. According to Andrew Robson, real estate consultant for Jumby Bay Island, interest from the elite for the island tends to increase sharply after the pandemic. “I think Covid-19 makes people determined to own a portion of the island. Last December, we had a good start and will strive to sell out the remaining units this year,” said Robson. . The man emphasized that there are only six homes with a market price tag, such as Bananaquit, Sea Breeze and Whisosystem Palms. The prices of the aforementioned properties range from 9.5 million to 28 million USD. Despite the high prices, most of the super-rich customers believe that the money is worthwhile to enjoy the fresh and relaxing atmosphere here. “Jumby Bay Island is not too flashy and luxurious as some people expect. However, individuals who want to live and relax here are satisfied with it,” commented Robson.