Ultimately Private And Pampering, The Oasis Of Seven Acres Boasts Luxurious Living And Recreation Spaces, 600 Plant Species And 175 Yards Of Private Beach Front

New York, New York – Originally built by banker and businessman Benjamin de Rothschild, Girasol is an exquisite and singular estate on the paradise island of Saint Barthelemy. Encompassing more than seven acres, this vacation compound boasts a 175-yard beachfront, two villas offering a total of six bedrooms (and seven, should the state-of-the-art office be converted back), spa and workout facilities, all in a botanical setting that would be difficult to rival anywhere in the world. Since its very inception, the estate has set a standard for luxury on the island, a benchmark the current owner, that macro-investing legend Bruce Kovner has improved on at every level to create one of the jewels of the island.

Girasol is being offered for $67 million by Sibarth Real Estate, the exclusive Affiliate in Saint Barthelemy, with global marketing services provided by Christie’s International Real Estate.

Overlooking the Atlantic coast, the estate is located on the beach of Marigot whose waters are classified as a natural protected area. Here tranquility, peace and opulence reign. Punctuating the home’s natural beauty, like a final touch brought to a masterpiece, a magnificent coconut grove offers a discreet and unexpected barrier on a 1.2-acre lawn.

“Girasol truly is a work of art with every detail perfectly and meticulously executed. The setting is truly a paradise, graced with the sounds and floral aromas which define St. Barth’s living. Whether entertaining guests or enjoying immediate family, the estate will serve as a haven for its new owners.”
- Rick Moeser, Executive Director, Christie’s International Real Estate

The main residence is bejewelled with works of art, proving its excellence in showcasing even the most extensive private collections. The rooms in this casually elegant home have been thoughtfully personalized and offer sumptuous entertainment areas. The bedrooms are connected to terraces adorned with vegetation and bordered by Jap-anese basins. The master suite embodies quintessential comfort and luxury with a mar-bled bathroom and wrap-around vistas overlooking lush greenery.

”Undoubtedly, Girasol’s numerous and exceptional assets – sprawling manicured grounds, stretching beach frontage, utmost privacy and incomparable equipment – easily qualify it among St Barth’s five most desirable estates, at this time and for the foreseeable future.”
-Christian Wattiau, President, Sibarth Real Estate

A wooden path scattered with palm trees, shrubs and flowering and herbaceous plants, leads to several inviting outside living areas. The various gazebos are spaced at regular intervals and are perfect for relaxing and entertaining: one is ideal for a cocktail with friends, another for a family dinner.

With technical equipment worthy of the best hotels, the estate is further appointed with blissful plunge pool, looking more like a lagoon rather than something manmade, and of grandiose dimensions (500 cubic yards of water, 10 feet deep). Completing this cocoon of luxury is a fitness room, an office with two work areas, a multimedia room and a guardian's house with two bedrooms.

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About Christie’s International Real Estate
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About Sibarth Real Estate
Over the past 40 years, Sibarth Real Estate has developed the most trustworthy reputation in real estate ser-vices and advice in Saint Barth, with its team of respected professionals guiding customers through their real estate transactions with discretion, equity and honesty.
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