The Old Fort Estate

Note: This offering relates to the acquisition of a long-term leasehold interest in The Old Fort Estate and not the freehold purchase of the property. Lease terms of approximately five to ten years, with options to extend, are available.

The Old Fort Estate presents a rare opportunity to secure long-term possession and enjoyment of one one of the Caribbean’s most celebrated private estates.

Unlike a traditional villa rental, this opportunity provides exclusive use and control of a remarkable and internationally recognised property for an extended period, allowing it to be enjoyed as a private residence, seasonal retreat, family compound or income-generating asset.

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Rare Caribbean Estate Leasehold Opportunity

Note: This offering relates to the acquisition of a long-term leasehold interest in The Old Fort Estate and not the freehold purchase of the property. Lease terms of approximately five to ten years, with options to extend, are available.

A Unique Opportunity in the Grenadines

The Old Fort Estate presents a rare opportunity to secure long-term possession and enjoyment of one one of the Caribbean’s most celebrated private estates.

Unlike a traditional villa rental, this opportunity provides exclusive use and control of a remarkable and internationally recognised property for an extended period, allowing it to be enjoyed as a private residence, seasonal retreat, family compound or income-generating asset.

Lovingly rebuilt and restored over almost five decades, the estate occupies the site of a historic estate, and commands breathtaking views across almost all the Grenadine islands all the way to distant Grenada. Combining history, privacy, scale and authenticity, The Old Fort Estate has become Bequia’s most recognised property and an internationally recognised hospitality and accommodation destination, welcoming guests from around the world and receiving extensive international media recognition over many years. It is a property that would be exceptionally difficult to recreate today.

Flexible Configuration

The opportunity can be tailored to suit individual requirements.

Prospective parties may secure:

• The Old Fort
• The Sugar House
• Both properties together

The Old Fort and Sugar House can be entirely independent of one another, allowing complete flexibility in how the estate is enjoyed and utilised. They can however be managed together relatively easily at the same time.

The Estate

At the heart of the property lies The Old Fort, a remarkable residence rebuilt using stone from the original plantation structures and designed in a timeless French-Mediterranean style. Spacious entertaining areas, multiple guest suites, extensive terraces and mature tropical gardens create an atmosphere rarely found in the Caribbean today.

Complementing the estate is The Sugar House, an exceptional residence set within the historic walls of an 18th-century sugar mill. This can be utilised as owner accommodations or as a second rental property. It could also be ideal for events or guest activities. Designed by renowned architect Thomas Dehen, the property blends historic character with understated luxury and offers a completely separate and private living experience.

Together or separate, the properties provide an extraordinary combination of heritage, comfort and flexibility within one of the most distinctive estates in the Grenadines.

An Estate to Enjoy From Day One

The Old Fort Estate offers something increasingly rare in today’s Caribbean market: a substantial and fully established property that can be enjoyed immediately.

With increasing international flights into St. Vincent and convenient onward connections to Bequia, the island has never been more accessible. Rather than spending years searching for land, obtaining planning approvals and managing construction, which for an estate of this size can take numerous years, a lessee can step directly into one of the Grenadines’ most admired private estates.

Construction costs throughout the Caribbean have risen dramatically in recent years, while prime land and completed villas continue to command significant premiums and taking many years to build. For many families, The Old Fort Estate could represent an opportunity to enjoy an exceptional property immediately, making only those adjustments that suit their personal tastes and lifestyle.

Giving some flexibility one can also decide the extend of the lease, and whether one or both properties are required. For those who wish, the estate also lends itself naturally to private villa rentals during periods when it is not being personally enjoyed.

Expansion Potential

Few opportunities in the Grenadines offer such scope for future expansion.

Additional land adjoining the estate may be available by separate arrangement, offering potential for additional accommodation, recreational amenities, wellness facilities or other complementary uses.

The opportunity may also include discussion surrounding a spectacular clifftop parcel of approximately three acres overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Widely regarded as one of the finest undeveloped sites on Bequia, the property offers extraordinary views, privacy and long-term potential.

Why Bequia?

Known as the most authentic island in the Grenadines, Bequia offers a rare combination of natural beauty, charm and accessibility. Beautiful beaches, excellent sailing, vibrant restaurants and a welcoming international community have established the island as one of the Caribbean’s most desirable destinations.

The Old Fort Estate enjoys a peaceful setting within Mount Pleasant while remaining only minutes from Port Elizabeth, Princess Margaret Beach, Lower Bay, restaurants, the ferry terminal and island amenities. It is located in what is arguably the safest and most quiet area on the island.

Key Details

• Sale of a long-term leasehold interest, not a freehold sale
• Proposed lease term of approximately 5–10 years, with extension options
• Flexible use of The Old Fort, The Sugar House, or both together
• Historic estate restored over four decades and internationally recognised
• Immediate use as a private family estate, seasonal residence or luxury rental property
• Additional land opportunities are available by separate discussion
• Exceptional privacy, mature grounds and panoramic Grenadines island views
• Minutes from the best beaches, restaurants and island amenities

Closing

The Old Fort Estate offers a rare opportunity to secure long-term control of one of Bequia’s landmark properties without the delay, extensive cost and uncertainty of building from scratch. Whether as a private Caribbean residence, seasonal family retreat or an asset capable of generating income when not in use, the estate provides an exceptional combination of history, privacy, authenticity and scale that would be extraordinarily difficult to replicate today.