Karp
Enduring luxury where the ocean unfolds from your doorstep
A collection of ten full-floor 3-bedroom residences offering 2,300 sq ft of luxurious living, accessible via private keyed elevator. Inspired by the ocean, each home features innovative craftsmanship, elegant interiors, and outdoor spaces with expansive Caribbean Sea views, including three private balconies.
The Primary Retreat offers a serene, opulent space with custom furniture, sea views, and ensuite bathrooms, creating a perfect coastal sanctuary.
Starting at US 1,365,000 I Full
Residents can enjoy over 12,000 sq ft of “Earth and Sky” amenities, including two pools, sun decks, and a private Sky Terrace with a pool, bar, and lounge for a refined living experience.
This gated community offers two private beach clubs, concierge service, and onsite security, all part of a lifestyle where the ultimate luxury is simply coming home.
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Now selling: Phase 1 Residences
Wake to sea views. Walk to cafés.
Live where culture, history, and island life come together.
For nearly four centuries, The Pierhead has been part of Bridgetown’s story. Now, it’s shaping the next one — a vibrant new district on Bridgetown’s historic waterfront, within the island’s UNESCO World Heritage Site of Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison, overlooking one of Barbados’ most beautiful beaches.
Be part of the next chapter.
Jamestown Park, Ixora 7 - St. James
1 bed, 1 bath charming upper-level apartment with pool, minutes walk from Holetown. US $335,000 (furnished)
Maxwell Beach Villas 103 - Christ Church
2 bed, 2 bath turn-key beachfront retreat with rental potential on Barbados’ vibrant south coast US $675,000 (furnished)
POTENTIAL
Port St. Charles 108 - St. Peter
1 bed, 1 bath luxury apartment with ocean views over a serene lagoon, complete with a 60 ft berth US $850,000 (furnished)
Bijou - St. James
3 bed, 3 bath luxury residence steps from the beach, between Holetown & Speightstown. Starting at US $1,579,000 (appliances only)
The Sands, 49 - Christ Church 2-bed, 2-bath condo on the first floor of The Sands hotel with pool, beach access and ocean views. US $525,000 (furnished)
Mount Standfast, Number 1 – St. James
4 bed, 4.5 bath contemporary 4,500 Sq.Ft. villa with pool, located steps away from the beach US $1,495,000 (unfurnished)
Palm View 288 - Sunset Crest, St. James
4 bed, 4.5 bath tranquil retreat with a basement studio and adjacent apartment with rental potential US $850,000 (appliances only)
St. Silas Heights, Windswept - St. James 5 bed, 5.5 bath home with pool on an elevated lot with panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. US $2,495,000 (furnished)
Peter’s Bay 309 - St. Peter
3 bed, 3 bath luxury residence in a world-class beachfront development with breathtaking views US $1,600,000 (furnished)
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The Enduring Appeal of Established Gated Communities in Barbados
After 31 years of cultivating one of the Caribbean’s premier residential destinations, we’ve learned that luxury real estate is about far more than beautiful homes. It’s about the lifestyle, security, and community that surrounds them. As Barbados continues to attract discerning international buyers, the conversation around gated communities versus standalone developments has never been more relevant.
When property seekers first arrive in Barbados, they’re often captivated by charming standalone villas dotting the coastline. Yet many ultimately choose the gated community lifestyle, and the reasons are compelling.
Security and Peace of Mind
In an increasingly connected world, privacy and security have become premium amenities. Gated communities offer 24-hour controlled access, professional security teams, and monitored perimeters that standalone properties simply cannot match without significant individual investment. For owners who spend only part of the year in Barbados, this peace of mind is invaluable.
Cohesive Environment and Property Standards
Perhaps one of the most underappreciated benefits is environmental consistency. Barbados, like many Caribbean islands, has developed organically over centuries, resulting in a patchwork of zoning that can see a luxury villa neighbour a rum shop or commercial development. Within a gated community, architectural guidelines and landscape standards ensure your investment is protected by the aesthetic choices of your neighbours. This homogeneity creates a resort-like atmosphere that elevates every property within the gates.
Activity-Centered Living
Modern luxury buyers aren’t just purchasing property; they’re investing in a lifestyle. Gated communities built around amenities like championship golf courses, tennis and padel facilities, beach clubs, and social centres create natural gathering points. At Royal Westmoreland, our 800 acres encompass not just 350 homes, but a complete ecosystem of recreational and social opportunities. This concentration of activity fosters a vibrant, engaged community that standalone developments cannot replicate.
The Social Filter Effect
There’s an often-unspoken benefit to gated community living: self-selection of residents. People who choose this lifestyle tend to share similar values around property maintenance, community engagement, and an active/healthy approach to spending time in their home. This natural filtering creates an environment where forging friendships with like-minded individuals happens organically, whether on the golf course, at the beach club, or during community events.
Protecting Your Investment
Beyond lifestyle considerations, there’s a compelling financial argument for gated communities. Historical data consistently
shows that properties within well-managed gated developments maintain value more effectively during market downturns. The combination of controlled supply, maintained standards, and strong amenity offerings creates resilience that standalone properties in the broader market often lack.
The Question of Maturity
As Barbados’ luxury property market evolves, new gated developments inevitably emerge. While competition drives innovation and benefits buyers, there’s significant value in choosing an established community over one in its early growth phase. One of the main considerations is the desirability and benefit of the property owners association being independent of the developer. Royal Westmoreland handed over the control of the property owners association 2015 to allow the home owners to have a say in the direction of their community.
Newer developments, regardless of their vision, face fundamental challenges. Without an established membership base, operating costs often fall disproportionately on the developer; with early buyers betting on the developer continuing to support these costs benevolently. These communities are still proving their concept, testing their amenities, and building the social fabric that makes gated living truly special. Early adopters should enjoy competitive pricing as they’re also shouldering the risk of the development’s growth curve.
In contrast, established communities offer something invaluable: proof of concept. After three decades, Royal Westmoreland isn’t making promises about what we might become—we’re demonstrating what we are. Our membership base supports our operations sustainably. Our amenities are fully realized and continuously enhanced. Our community is vibrant and welcoming, not aspirational but actual.
After 31 years, we’ve seen market cycles come and go, trends rise and fall, and countless families find their Caribbean home within our gates. The longevity of our community isn’t just a point of pride; it’s evidence that this model works, that our approach resonates, and that the lifestyle we’ve cultivated stands the test of time.
In Barbados’ evolving luxury property landscape, the gated community advantage has never been clearer. The question isn’t whether this lifestyle appeals to you, but rather which community balances your risk/return ratio and has earned your investment.
For more information about property opportunities, Contact sales@royal-westmoreland.com
Editor’s Comments
Welcome to the 160th bumper edition of BPN packed with property and great gift ideas! So many exciting developments happening on the island and we are pleased to be able to have them on board in this popular edition. This is a brilliant time to invest in property in Barbados. It’s a massive achievement to have made it to 160 editions so we are mega proud. Huge thanks to Neil Barnard, Clarence Hiles, Stuart DaSilvia, Brian Rollock, Coles Printery, Cot Printery and many others for being with us on the journey.
On the subject of investment, another Invest Barbados conference took place in November at the Crane Resort. A bigger contingent from Northern Ireland took part and thanks to Janet McKay, we are happy to bring you the latest report on how amazingly successful the event was. Some great partnerships are being forged which will hopefully lead to bigger and better things for Barbados in the long run.
Christmas is coming and the holiday season. Are you prepared? Take a look at what’s available at some of the best stores on the island in our annual gift guide. They are packed with unique and interesting items for that special person and beautiful decorations to suit every home.
Enjoy this festive season with cool breezes and family time planned. As we say goodbye to 2025 and ring in the new year, let’s count our blessings and look forward to a cleaner, greener Barbados! A place where people respect each other, especially on the busy roads! Stay safe and have a wonderful holiday time.
Best Pamela x
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Celebrations as Natz opens their Christmas season in Style!
Natz Home Furnishings held a preview evening of their festive collection for longstanding loyal shoppers. As usual, it was well attended and Natz did not disappoint! Hurry to Natz Home Furnishings in Williams Industrial Estate, Warrens for great home furnishings and gift ideas. Happy Holidays!
Caribbean Kingdom
Building Dreams and Redefining Luxury in Barbados for A Decade
Max and Suzanne established a development empire based on their approachability, and now they are investing everything—business and all—in their product and growth expansion.
In just one year within their new division, D.B.L, Grove Group has successfully secured 6 new projects beyond their original developments. Their reputation has spread through word of mouth across the shores, leading Latin American countries to approach Grove Group for international expansion of their brand and expertise. However, their growth isn’t limited to overseas markets; domestically, the team has expanded
significantly, welcoming talented international architects from Spain and the United Kingdom to strengthen their core crew and support their global ambitions.
“Our marriage and family life embody ‘the perfect imperfections.’ It’s far from flawless—he does silly things, we stumble over our words, and sometimes we clash—but it’s our genuine reality. It’s not a polished fantasy where everything is ideal all the time; instead, it’s an authentic connection that shines through in our work,” Suzanne shared. “We believe in the growth of this island, and we see the greatest potential in its heart—the West Coast,” Maxwell added.
Max Mulligan & Suzanne Koshnoodi
Grove Group HQ
She’s Type A, decisive and quick witted, and has an impressive collection of carefully coordinated shoes. He’s the brawn behind the brains, dependable and intelligent. Married since 2013 (and the parents of three children) designer Suzanne and developer Max Mulligan give their home of West Coast, Barbados, an identity and trendsetting design to be proud of. With a combination of hard work, can-do attitudes and stockpiles of experience and materials, this dynamic duo has brought European chic to the forefront of the island’s style scene.
The couple’s recent efforts involve diversifying their business by entering the commercial sector, moving beyond their usual emphasis on residential development. Alongside their expansion into commercial projects, they are also developing several innovative concepts focused on health and wellness, with the goal of transforming the integration of wellness and architecture. This strategic move demonstrates their dedication to personal growth and their enthusiasm for exploring new opportunities across different areas of construction and design.
Grove Group Developments is poised to introduce new projects annually along the Barbados West Coast. Visit www.grovegroup.com for more information.
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NEW Real Estate website developed by the Barbados Estate Agents and Valuers Association (BEAVA) - www.beavaproperties.com
In the dynamic landscape of Barbados real estate, securing the next property— whether for residence or investment— requires efficiency, credibility, and verified information. In response to feedback from our clients the association has embarked on a new initiative to provide investors and new homebuyers with the most accurate and comprehensive listing website in the market. Beavaproperties.com is the official corporate hub where serious buyers connect with verified, highquality opportunities, streamlining the path to property ownership across the island.
The platform’s foundation is built upon professional rigour and institutional trust. The property portal is owned and operated entirely by the Barbados Estate Agents and Valuers Association (BEAVA) and is collectively managed by the largest organization of real estate agents, valuers and property managers on island. This institutional governance ensures that every agent, every listing, and every piece of information meets the highest professional standards, providing the public with unparalleled confidence and assurance when navigating the market. When searching here, users are engaging directly with the most reputable and established professionals in the Barbadian property sector.
Credibility Meets Inventory: The Scope of Available Listings
The platform’s core mission is to provide the public with the broadest, most current view of the Barbadian real estate landscape. To achieve this, the website currently showcases over 1100 listings with several more being added daily, representing the single most comprehensive and diverse inventory available to the local population. From first-time buyer apartments and mid-market investment properties to development-ready land and spacious
luxury residences, the options are vast, covering every parish and price point.
Crucially, the operational philosophy of the platform is centered on ensuring data is current and relevant. The BEAVA-owned resource minimizes the common frustration of encountering properties that are no longer available, maintaining a rigorous standard that results in very little outdated links. This commitment to accuracy ensures that time spent on the property portal is productive, efficiently guiding users toward securing a future home or investment.
Functional Design: Empowering the Digital Property Search
The user interface has been thoughtfully designed to be efficient and serve as one of the most effective digital property research tool available. The clean, intuitive layout empowers users to instantly filter listings by parish, price range, or property type—transforming the search process from a complex chore into an exciting and manageable discovery.
Continuous Advancement: Upcoming Platform Features
The platform’s dedication to the Bajan property market extends beyond maintaining a current inventory. Continuous investment in technology and service ensures the user experience is always optimized based on data and direct client feedback. Over the coming months, exciting new features will be launched that are designed to further optimize the search experience. These innovations will include market insight tools, streamlined agentconnection features, ensuring the platform remains at the cutting edge of real estate in Barbados.
Visit www.beavaproperties.com today to connect with the island’s most trusted agents and find a future in Barbados—with absolute confidence and maximum efficiency. #BetterwithBeava
DESIGN
Sunnier markets ahead as Northern Ireland business delegation joins UK investment and trade mission to Barbados
Following the success of the Invest Barbados Business and Investment Forum held in Belfast earlier this year, the first-ever Northern Ireland group has joined this week’s Invest Barbados UK Investment and Trade Mission to Barbados.
Their participation marks another milestone in strengthening ties between Barbados and Northern Ireland’s business community and reflects an appetite among companies here to explore opportunities in the Caribbean.
The Investment and Trade Misson follows on from last November, when NI business leaders Gareth Robinson, Managing Director of Verbatim Communications, and Janet McKay, PR Consultant, who have strong ties to the Caribbean island, became the first NI-based delegates to attend the fifth Invest Barbados Mission from the UK. Since then, their collaboration with Invest Barbados has helped open doors for NI companies across numerous sectors.
The Belfast Forum, held in April, accelerated engagement, with discussions now evolving into tangible trade and investment opportunities between Northern Ireland and Barbados.
The NI delegation, part of the wider UK mission, includes representatives from sectors such as body camera security technology, distillery, architecture and design, film and media, marine and leisure, public relations and strategic business development, among others.
They will join more than 20 organisations from across the UK, all exploring opportunities for collaboration and expansion across Barbados’ key sectors.
Kaye-Anne Greenidge, Chief Executive Officer of Invest Barbados, the national investment promotion agency of Barbados, responsible for attracting, securing, and supporting sustainable investment that contributes to the island’s economic and social development, said:
“We are delighted to welcome all delegates and are especially pleased with the interest shown by the NI delegation to participate in the UK Investment and Trade Mission. The collaboration between Invest Barbados and NI business leaders, Gareth Robinson and Janet McKay, have been
instrumental in building valuable relationships and expanding our outreach within Northern Ireland. The progress made in the past year reflects the genuine appetite for partnership and investment between our regions, and we look forward to deepening these connections as we explore exciting, viable commercial opportunities together.”
Gareth Robinson, Founder and Managing Director of Verbatim Communications, a Belfast-headquartered consultancy that specialises in strategic business development, public affairs, planning and crisis resolution, added:
“It’s inspiring to see how much momentum has built since our first visit last year. The level of interest from NI businesses has been fantastic; There is clearly an appetite to explore what Barbados and the wider Caribbean have to offer and this mission gives companies a direct route to discover, connect, and understand the breadth of opportunities available. It’s just the beginning of a very exciting journey.”
Throughout the mission, delegates will take part in an itinerary that features presentations, meetings, events, and networking sessions, with the Minister of Economic Affairs and Investment; Invest Barbados; the British High Commission; Export Barbados; the UK Department for Business and Trade; and the Caribbean Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office.
Delegates will also explore commercial prospects with International Financial Institutions operating in the Caribbean, including the Caribbean Development Bank, Compete Caribbean, BIBA – The Association for Global Business, the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Regus.
Already, several significant deals and agreements are underway between NI and Barbados-based companies, in sectors including green energy, legal recruitment and film.
The advantages of doing business in Barbados include its ‘pro-business’ government, a highly skilled workforce and world-class infrastructure. Its strategic location in the Caribbean facilitates easy access to markets in Latin America and the United States. With no capital gains tax, competitive tax rates, and a favourable regulatory framework, Barbados also provides a secure and stable environment for businesses seeking to expand internationally. Companies can also benefit from a robust treaty network, with double tax agreements with 40 countries, including the UK and the USA.
Members of the UK delegation with The Hon. Kay McConney, M.P., Minister of Economic Affairs and Investment (centre); H.E. Simon Mustard, British High Commissioner to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean (to Minister’s left); Kaye Greenidge, CEO of Invest Barbados (to Minister’s right); along with members of the Invest Barbados team and other mission stakeholders.
Northern Ireland delegates attending the Invest Barbados UK Investment and Trade Mission to Barbados.
(l-r) Harry Foster, Associate Architect, White Ink Architects; Mark Reid, Head of Trade at Invest Northern Ireland (Americas); Joan Burney-Keatings, Chief Executive, Cinemagic; Janet McKay, PR Consultant; Gareth Robinson, Founder & MD, Verbatim Communications; Michael Morris, Co-founder, An Gael Whiskey Company; and Matthew Nesbitt, Co-founder, HALOS.
Considering expansion to a safe and thriving domicile?
Consider Barbados!
A Welcoming Investment Climate Barbados
One of the highest-ranked developing countries on the UN’s Human Development Index, Barbados has: excellent quality of life a longstanding record of political, social and economic stability an excellent education system healthcare that’s amongst the best in the Caribbean direct connections to major international cities world-class telecommunications other reliable utilities island-wide expanding treaty network no capital gains, wealth or inheritance tax
Key Investment Opportunities
» Financial and Insurance Services
» Niche Manufacturing
» ICT
» Global Education
» Film
» Renewable Energy
» Fintech
» Medical Tourism
» Research & Development
» Life Sciences/Bio Pharma
» Special Residency Programme
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