Give an imaginative child a pen and paper, and ask them to design their dream desert island home. Odds are they’d come up with something close to the Private Reserve. With a lagoon-like pool (with slide) that you can jump into from almost every angle, the nine-bedroom residence is a dream come true for young families. Some of the 32,808 sq ft has been built with adults in mind, you’ll be pleased to hear. There is a sauna and spa area, and a sunken dining space in the middle of the pool.The master bedroom has its own pool, sun deck and sea views. Send the children to bed and enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars with the resort’s resident astronomer.

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