How to Stay in This Villa in Turks and Caicos

By: - February 22nd, 2016
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A new ultra-luxe option in Turks and Caicos

By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
CJ Travel Editor

If you’re visiting Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos Islands, Grace Bay is the place to stay. The 12-mile white-sand sweep is ground zero for plush resorts and condos, and now it’s also home to a swanky new villa, Awa.

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Completed last November, the two-story five-bedroom/six-bathroom spread is right on the talcum sands of the famous crescent, offering captivating views of its sandy splendor from almost every vantage point.

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Contemporary meets comfort in exteriors that include a volcanic rock water feature at the home’s entrance; a beachfront pool with in-water loungers; a sitting area around sunken fireplace; and a hot tub.

Spacious bedrooms (three on the second floor; two downstairs) offer ocean views and walk-in closets, while sleek, spa-style bathrooms with walk-in showers and double vanities are fitting oases.

Interested? The villa sleeps 11 and comes with housekeeping staff, a chef, butler and groundsman, begin at $84,000. Contact In Villas Veritas for more information and reservations; invillas.com

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