Famously purchased for the modest sum of $180,000 in the 1970s, Richard Branson’s Necker Island has a cultlike following in the world of private island lavishness. Fast forward 44 years, and the sublime island is not only the entrepreneur’s home but also one of the most coveted, most luxurious and most exclusive vacation destinations in the world. Naturally, each accommodation is on another level, but the Great House Master Suite is up there with the best. Occupying the entire top floor of the Balinese-style Great House, the suite has 180-degree views of the island and features three outdoor terraces, an outdoor tub and a roomy living area. Cradled by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, the island is great for ocean exploration, with reef, wreck and night dives all available. Not trained? PADI courses can be arranged. Back on land, sugar-pink flamingos, cheeky lemur and chatty parrots rule the roost.
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Details
Company | Necker Island |
Location | Necker Island, British Virgin Islands |
Price per night ($) | 113,000 |
Award winners | Top 100 Suites |
Number of bedrooms | One bedroom |
Features - in suite | Bar Pool Floor-to-ceiling windows Welcome gifts |
Leisure facilities - Hotel | Family/Child friendly Spa Water sports Private beach Tennis courts Games room Weddings Gym Garden Pet friendly Bird sanctuary Outdoor pool |
Luxury and privacy options | Private floor of hotel Private door away from rest of hotel Private use of hotel amenities Dedicated staff quarters |
Size of master bed | Super King (183 × 198cm) |
Number of bathrooms | One bathroom |
Number of floors | One floor |
Disability aids | Hotel facilities for disabled guests Visual aids: Tactile signs Visual aids: Braille |
Food and drink facilities - Hotel | Private Dining |
Business facilities - Hotel | Board room Event space |
Exclusive guest services | Butler Dedicated concierge/guest relations manager Masseuse Private chef |
Views | Sea views |
Outside space | Deck |
Transport options | Helipad Airport transfers |
Luxury brands | Aromatherapy Associates |
Sustainability initiatives | Recycling Recycling systems - Plastic Onsite produce Composting 76-100% (Energy - Renewable sources) Reduced waste Recycling systems - Food Local charity support Plastic management Community initiatives |