These Are Some of the Most Stunning Homes in the Caribbean – That You Can Actually Rent
Dotted with white sand beaches and studded with five-star resorts, the British Virgin Islands have long been considered one of the most exclusive destinations in the Caribbean, drawing visitors from around the world looking for their own slice of paradise. Many head straight to Oil Nut Bay, a standout resort and residential community known for having some of the most luxurious residences in the Caribbean. Some of these stunning estates and villas are also available for rent, making them a perfect option for travelers looking for an upscale, luxurious stay that feels like home – because it is! Read on for a first-hand look inside some of these incredible luxury villas for rent at Oil Nut Bay in the British Virgin Islands.
Reef House
Reef House is an expansive 4,778-square-foot, 3-bedroom estate and one of the largest rental villas available at Oil Nut Bay. It offers uninterrupted vistas of the Caribbean Sea over Eustatia Sound, Oil Nut Bay’s Marina Village, and even the famous Necker Island, owned by Sir Richard Branson.
Reef House
Features of the luxurious property include an expansive veranda with an infinity-style lap pool and a spacious media room. Each bedroom includes its own sizeable bathroom, closet, and private patio. Come with your checkbook in case you fall in love with this stunning property; it’s also currently on the market for sale.
Compass Rose
From its prestigious hillside position, the four-bedroom Compass Rose estate overlooks the endless azure hues of the Caribbean Sea, providing a jaw-dropping backdrop for memorable moments with family and friends in the British Virgin Islands. While this luxury villa provides plenty of space, its bedrooms are spread across the expansive property to maximize seclusion for every guest.
Compass Rose
Compass Rose includes a gorgeous infinity pool and outdoor terrace to maximize the property’s expansive vistas. It also has its own swim-up bar, tiki hut, and hot tub. Gourmet indoor and outdoor kitchens make it an ideal spot for beach day barbeques or private chef dinners.
Starlight
The perfect location for a romantic retreat, Starlight is a striking one-bedroom cliffside villa overlooking the rocky, craggy “Wild Side” of Oil Nut Bay’s 400-acre property on the eastern extreme of Virgin Gorda. This luxurious open-plan villa offers stunning floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize the 180-degree views of the sea across the infinity pool.
Starlight
Starlight offers an incredible indoor-outdoor living configuration with uninterrupted ocean views that will take your breath away, plus a fully-loaded outdoor kitchen for barbeques and sunset drinks. The property’s master suite adds a final romantic touch to this stunningly secluded destination, with a large indoor soaking tub for two.
Rainbow
It’s hard to imagine a more picturesque view than the one you’ll find at Rainbow, a luxurious one-bedroom villa with uninterrupted views of the Caribbean Sea, Necker Island and the far-off Anegada dotting the horizon. Nothing can top these vistas, made even better by the infinity pool and spacious outdoor terrace, but the property’s spacious kitchen and walk-in pantry, open-plan living and dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows, and outdoor shower are enough to make anyone fall in love.
Rainbow
Rainbow sits perched atop one of the highest hilltops in Oil Nut Bay. While it’s located alongside another spectacular estate known as Halo, Rainbow’s low profile and hidden hillside spot with a green roof mean you’ll feel like you’re miles away from any other guest. Come ready to make an offer on this spectacular Caribbean estate; it is also currently on the market for sale!
Water’s Edge
Overlooking the undisturbed white scallop of sand nestled between vibrant blue skies and seas on the Caribbean side of Oil Nut Bay, Water’s Edge is a four-bedroom, 2,723-square-foot estate you’ll never want to leave. The property offers an expansive great room that opens onto an infinity pool for the ultimate in indoor-outdoor living, year round.
Water’s Edge
Pod-style guest bedrooms with their own private entrances include spacious bathrooms, closets, and outdoor spaces for maximal privacy. Don’t worry about falling in love with Water’s Edge; it’s also on the market for sale should you want to stick around a little longer.
The Beach House
A modern and luxurious six-bedroom estate located directly on the white sand shores of Oil Nut Bay, The Beach House is a property you have to see to believe. A gourmet kitchen, indoor-outdoor dining and living spaces, and two expansive primary suites with ensuite bathrooms and outdoor showers make it a dream vacation destination with plenty of space – and privacy – for all your family and friends.
The Beach House
As luxurious and spacious as The Beach House property is, its most spectacular feature is undoubtedly its direct access to Oil Nut Bay’s white sand beachfront, where spectacular snorkeling, water sports, and palm-fringed shores for whiling away the hours await year-round. The Beach House is also currently on the market for sale.
Poseidon’s Perch
The cliffside 4-bedroom estate known as Poseidon’s Perch is one of the most spectacular villas for rent at Oil Nut Bay. Floor-to-ceiling windows in this multi-level home make the most of uninterrupted Caribbean views, exquisitely designed and decorated with fun, island-inspired nods to its coastal location.
Poseidon’s Perch
The property’s layout offers each bedroom plenty of privacy, making it the perfect choice for guests traveling with extended family or groups of friends. The primary suite even offers its own private entrance, direct pool access, and a spacious ensuite bathroom with an outdoor shower.
Amanzi
Amanzi feels like a comfortable Caribbean take on the overwater bungalows of the Maldives, suspended over the tranquil, clear waters of the North Sound of Virgin Gorda and just a short jaunt from Oil Nut Bay’s Marina Village. The property’s open-plan living includes a gourmet kitchen with plenty of space for entertaining and is completed by luxurious furnishings throughout.
Amanzi
Each of the three suites at Amanzi offers stunning Caribbean views. The primary suite offers a master class in indoor-outdoor living, including a spa-like outdoor shower space.
Hummingbird
Dramatic views from every room await at Oil Nut Bay’s 4-bedroom Hummingbird estate. Offering three bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathrooms, within the main house and an additional king-sized suite separate from the rest, it nurtures a secluded yet connected escape destination perfect for families or groups of friends.
Hummingbird
Cool, contemporary furnishings and modern design highlight thoughtful architectural elements designed to maximize natural light and Caribbean breezes. The great room’s floor-to-ceiling windows make the most of uninterrupted views across the sea, the backdrop for connection with family and friends on your unforgettable trip to the incomparable Oil Nut Bay.
Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual New York-based travel writer, editor, content marketer, and the founder of the digital travel publications Explorers Away and Home to Havana. Carley is an expert on all things Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, having lived and worked in four different countries in the region. Her writing has appeared on the Associated Press wires and in Travel + Leisure, Yahoo, MSN, Euronews, The Weather Channel, and more. When she's not writing about her travels, find her front row at a Bad Bunny concert, befriending street cats, and taste-testing every pizza in Havana.