Shimmering turquoise waters and a Bahama Mama cocktail in hand are what vacationing in The Bahamas is all about. Just ask celebs like Oprah Winfry, Sean Connery, Mariah Carey, Tyler Perry, and Tim McGraw, who all own homes (or private islands) within the Caribbean archipelago. Open-air homes that prioritize a relaxed lifestyle and beach access are another feature that makes investing in seasonal or year-round digs appealing. One such beachfront retreat on the archipelago’s Nassau and Paradise Island, home to the sprawling Atlantis resort, is now up for grabs at $65 million.
Dubbed Illawarra House, the beachfront residence includes a main house and two guest cottages on nearly an acre of land. Altogether, seven bedrooms, seven full baths, and three powder rooms are spread out over 11,675 square feet. The cottages offer their own plush amenities, but the main house is the estate’s star attraction. George Damianos of Sotheby’s International Realty holds the listing.
