Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina has hailed the Virgin Islands’ stable governance and increased air access as some of the reasons the Virgin Islands (VI) is a compelling choice for international property buyers. Photo: Scrub Islands Resort

Scrub Island Resort has said that with direct flights from Miami to Tortola via American Airlines and frequent connections through San Juan International Airport and the Charlotte Amalie Ferry Dock in St Thomas, the Virgin Islands has never been more reachable. Photo: VINO

Scrub Island Resort and Spa has launched a dedicated real estate website that gives potential global buyers unprecedented access to villa and condo ownership opportunities. Photo: Scrub Island Resort

The new site, ScrubIslandRealEstate.com, offers a comprehensive overview of available residences, detailed ownership information, and a step-by-step guide to purchasing property in the VI. Photo: Scrub Island Resort

VI ‘has never been more reachable’

According to the resort, real estate experts report a renewed surge in interest across the Caribbean, driven by favourable tax structures, year-round appeal, and increased air connectivity.

Scrub Island Resort further stated in a press release on September 15, 2025, that with direct flights from Miami to Tortola via American Airlines and frequent connections through San Juan International Airport and the Charlotte Amalie Ferry Dock in St Thomas, the Virgin Islands has never been more reachable.

‘Stable governance’

“Plus, the BVI’s stable governance, strong investment climate, and lack of income or capital gains tax on property make it a compelling choice for US, Canadian, and international buyers seeking lifestyle and legacy purchases.”

The Virgin Islands’ premier private island resort was, at the time, announcing the launch of a dedicated real estate website that gives potential global buyers unprecedented access to villa and condo ownership opportunities in the VI.

The new site, ScrubIslandRealEstate.com, offers a comprehensive overview of available residences, detailed ownership information, and a step-by-step guide to purchasing property in the VI. Designed for today’s digitally connected buyer, the portal features stunning high-resolution photography, immersive video tours, and insider tips on navigating Caribbean homeownership.

Turnkey residences

“As demand for luxury second homes continues to rise across the Caribbean, we wanted to make it easier than ever for buyers to explore the unique ownership opportunities on Scrub Island,” said Joe Collier, Developer of Scrub Island and President of Mainsail Lodging & Development.

“This new platform allows potential buyers to picture themselves here – from the private plunge pool to the panoramic views – while also giving them the confidence and tools to move forward.”

Scrub Island Resort said it offers a portfolio of turnkey residences, including:

• Luxury Villas: (2-6 bedrooms, 3,000–6,000+ sq. ft.) featuring expansive terraces, infinity pools, full gourmet kitchens with Sub-Zero and Viking appliances, living/dining spaces, and hand-crafted finishes
• Turnkey Condominiums: in the resort’s Marina Village, perfect for buyers seeking low-maintenance waterfront living
• Ownership perks: including full resort access, world-class dining, two private beaches, Ixora Spa, dive and watersport charters, special owner marina rates, and the resort’s iconic sister island, Marina Cay

Buyers may also opt into Scrub Island’s rental management programme, providing revenue potential while maintaining exclusive access to their home-away-from-home. 

“Whether looking for a family retreat, a remote work haven, or a strategic investment in one of the Caribbean’s most stable markets, Scrub Island’s new real estate offers a first-class introduction to private island ownership,” Scrub Island Resort stated in the press release.