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A Warm Welcome from Antigua Estates!
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It's February and as we know the sailing season is usually in full swing. Due to the repercussions of the Global Covid 19 pandemic, life is a little different this year with social distancing and respecting each other at the forefront of all our minds. This newsletter will share some of the joy the Atlantic rowers who have already started to reach Antigua brought to us all with their accomplishments. You'll also notice some new properties for sale, soak up the blue skies and sun drenched images, and take advantage of them while you can!
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New in News...
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Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2020
Just over seven weeks ago, 21 teams departed from La Gomera on a journey of a lifetime, to row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean.
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WINNERS & NEW WORLD RECORD Row4Cancer win TWAC2020 and break the World Record for the fastest pair to row across the Atlantic Ocean, completing the challenge in 32 days, 22 hours, 13 minutes! A massive congratulations to rowers Mark Slats and Kai Wiedmer!
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SOLO WINNER OF TWAC2020 Anthony Edwards of Wave Warrior - Solo Atlantic Row is the first solo arrival and winner of the solo Race Class of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, The World’s Toughest Row! He rowed 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean in a time of 49 days, 10 hours, 40 minutes.A massive congratulations Ant - what an achievement even after getting a strike from a blue marlin along the way!
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Travis Weste and Jojo Nunes of Team Antigua Pairs, unlike their competitors, were heading home – and their elation at finally seeing it after six and a half long weeks at sea was evidenced in their faces as they made their final strokes to shore.
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Horns blared, smoke blazed and beaming relatives waving Antigua and Barbuda flags set the scene for a true heroes’ welcome for Jojo and Travis.
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The intrepid duo completed the torturous 3,000-mile row from the Canary Islands to English Harbour in 47 days, six hours and 57 minutes.
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There was rapturous applause from onlookers as their boat loomed into view escorted by the Coast Guard.
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There was little sign of the exhaustion, right up until their first wobbly steps on dry land since departing La Gomera on the 12th December 2020.
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Strict Covid protocols forced most of the nation to watch the occasion virtually. Among the special guests in attendance were Sports Minister Daryll Matthew, Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez and Foreign Affairs Minister Chet Greene, MP for the area.
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Also on hand to welcome home their compatriots were previous entrants Team Antigua Island Girls. For Kevinia Francis, Elvira Bell, Samara Emmanuel and Christal Clashing, the moment was all the more emotional as it fell precisely on the 2nd anniversary of their own historic arrival home in 2019.
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All Things Sailing...
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2021 RORC Caribbean 600 is cancelled After much discussion internally and after consultation with the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, it was decided that the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) had no option but to cancel the RORC Caribbean 600 due to take place in February.
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The escalation in the spread of the new strain of COVID-19 in Europe, the state of lockdown in the UK and concern that a large number of sailors travelling to Antigua could transmit the virus to the Island were all taken into consideration when making this decision. The safety of the population of Antigua, competitors, local volunteers and RORC staff is paramount and the committee felt that this could be compromised if the race was run.
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The Royal Ocean Racing Club would like to thank the Antigua and Barbuda Government for their co-operation and support and looks forward to organising the 2022 RORC Caribbean 600, which is scheduled to start on February 21, 2022.
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Featured Property
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Villa Sea Glass
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Villa Sea Glass is a 4900 sq. ft. four-bedroom, luxury villa located in the private and chic, boutique resort of Sugar Ridge. Enjoy spectacular views of the crystal clear, aquamarine-colored, Caribbean Sea. Perfectly positioned on an elevated, western facing parcel, one will simply delight in breath-taking, 180-degree ocean and sunset views, as well as admiring the many yachts anchored in …
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Property of the Month
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Indian View Harbour Island
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In the heart of the desirable Jolly Harbour Marina complex, Indian view has a prime waterfront location. This stylish three-bedroom villa with a large pool offers both privacy and close proximity to amenities. Named for its superb views of the natural landmark, Sleeping Indian, the property benefits further from contemporary styling inside and out. Indian View has ample parking to …
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Selected Properties
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Palm Point
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Palm Point is an exquisite and luxurious beachfront villa with spacious open plan living areas. The entrance porch leads into a central hub of the villa. From here the white ceramic Italian tiles continue straight onto the white sandy beach to the North West and the pool area to the South West. The swimming pool and Jacuzzi are both built …
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Villa Champagne
This 5 bedroom Galley Bay property situated in the exclusive Galley Bay Heights Resort overlooking the calm waters of Deep Bay is a must see, set in luscious landscaping and tasteful Italian furnishings throughout.
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REDUCED FROM USD $4,500,000.00 Now USD $3,450,000.00 Villa Champagne is a luxurious villa in Galley Bay Heights, overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. From every viewpoint of the villa you can enjoy spectacular views of the ocean and of the mature garden, with a private access to a small sandy tranquil beach. The predominant white colour of the floors, …
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Villa Out of the Blue
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We are delighted to offer to you Villa Out of the Blue. Out of the Blue is perfectly positioned allowing you to step out directly onto a small tranquil beach and the calm crystal clear waters of the Caribbean sea. The villa epitomizes luxury living throughout, from large entertaining areas, contemporary state of the art kitchen, 4 large en-suite bedrooms, …
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Mermaid's Cove
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REDUCED FROM USD $960,000.00 Now USD $925,000.00 Mermaid's Cove is an idyllic 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom harbour side home in Jolly Harbour. This pretty waterside retreat is conveniently built on one level with main residence, guest house and private dock. The generous terrace with a sheltered breakfast nook profits from the balmy Caribbean trade winds and is complemented by the …
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Spring Villa
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REDUCED FROM USD $370,000.00 Now USD $295,000.00 This 3 bedroom, 2 bath Caribbean style villa is located directly outside Jolly Harbour, on a beautiful 1/4 acre landscaped, private, fenced lot. The villa is spacious, modern and air-conditioned with separate zones throughout. Head outside to the covered patio, fire up the gas BBQ and enjoy dinner at the outdoor dining table. …
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Plots on Harbour Island
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Eligible for Citizenship Investment Programme With a prime waterfront location in the heart of desirable Jolly Harbour and spectacular views over natural landmark the ‘Sleeping Indian’ hills, these 800 - 12,300 square metre plots are excellent investment opportunities. Generously priced, plots are located on Harbour Island, a private and prime piece of development land within the popular gated community on …
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Construction & Renovation
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Antigua Estates can arrange anything for you whether it is a complete design and build from buying the land to completion and interior design or a renovation of a smaller project, we can take all the stress away from you. We understand that you have made a large investment here in Antigua that is why we work directly for you …
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Steve's Hot Property of the Month
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Villa 239F
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This beautifully modernized 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom villa is enviably located along the highly favoured, tranquil South Finger just steps away from one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. The villa has luscious tropical gardens to the front and uninterrupted views over the main channel to the marina from the dockside, whilst enjoying cool trade winds that flow …
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Holiday Rental
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Ocean 1 in Tamarind Hills
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Villa Ocean O1 Antigua. Sitting just above one of the most talked about and famous beaches in the world (Darkwood Beach), the Villa Ocean O1 is a fantastic find for your next visit to Antigua. This two-bedroom, two-story property is the epitome of luxury and comfort, and it is replete with premier amenities, ensuring you can use it as your …
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Commercial Listing
Jacqui O's
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REDUCED FROM USD $995,000.00 Now USD $780,000. 00 Imagine owning a beach club located on the most perfect white sandy beach unlike any other in the world. This was the dream of the proprietor of Jacqui O’s who narrowed down his global search to The Heart of the Caribbean - Antigua. With 365 beaches to choose from, Antigua makes it easy …
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If you need any more information on the properties in the newsletter, simply drop us an email on info@antiguaestates.com or call us on +(0) 845 676 9264 +1 (268) 7647999 or +1 (268) 562 5622.
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