Barbados is a firm favourite with British buyers in particular and the real estate market here is focused on four distinct areas of the island.

First is the glamorous West Coast with its celebrated beaches: think Sandy Lane and Mullins Beach. Either on or overlooking these beautiful stretches of sand are some of Barbados’s most sought after and exclusive properties. With Holetown as its focal point the West Coast has long attracted homeowners looking for their own slice of paradise. Some of the highest priced properties can be found here with a number of homes upwards of $20 million.  

Next is the South Coast. This area is more heavily developed than the West Coast and is the main tourist area with a plethora of options for both hotels, apartments and villas. The areas in and around St Lawrence Gap and Oistins (famous for its Fish Fry) are popular with holidaymakers and property purchasers alike.

For those who want somewhere a little more peaceful, the ruggedly beautiful East Coast is the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the west coast. This side of the island faces the Atlantic so the sea is much rougher here and the coastline more dramatic. There is far less development on this coast and properties tend to be larger villas.

Last is the verdant interior of Barbados and historically the heart of the island’s sugar trade. The area is characterised by large plantation houses, often situated on a ridge with sea views and cooled by the trade winds. There are also some smaller local villages here for those seeking quintessential island life. Some of Barbados’s main tourist sights are found in the interior, including the captivating Harrison’s Cave, beautiful St Nicholas Abbey and lovely Hunte’s Gardens.     

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