Voavah Four Seasons Private Island

Highest level of Luxury, its time to begin plotting your spring, summer and fall escape!  A heavenly hideaway, a sublime sanctuary offering the utmost in privacy and iconic Four Seasons pampering at the world’s first exclusive-use UNESCO hideaway, Voavah. A seven-bedroom private island Maldives home, the sojourn includes a 62-foot luxury yacht: Voavah Summer and a marine territory that’s utterly your own! Voavah, private island is a welcome addition to the two luxurious Four Seasons Resorts in the Maldives.

Our mantra on the art of the opening act, your arrival sets the stage: with a personal VIP Seaplane, alighting on the pristine pure white sand, your private beach! Tip toe over the scuttling white shelled hermit crabs and the delicious dilemma develops, what shall you do first: laps in the pool, a discovery afternoon of diving or casting, or snooze until sunset? Decisions, decisions!

Sneak peek: accommodating up to 22 guests in seven bedrooms, with its own chefs, staff, private spa, and a 65-foot-long PADIequipped motor yacht with a dedicated dive master. This extraordinary five-acre, island paradise is your private playground – retreat or indulge in the total privacy as a castaway!

Explore the outstanding wonders of the sea with incomparable diving – an overflowing menu of possibilities including snorkeling with manta rays, scuba diving, fishing, paddle boarding, hunting for brilliant turtles and afternoon dolphin safaris on your private motor yacht. As the day ebbs, prepare for a shimmering canvas of five-star sunsets or stargazing under a midnight blue sky illuminated with a necklace of sparkling stars. Nighttime skyglow is magical in the middle of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives hover just above the equator.

Privacy is everything at Voavah. Let us whisk you away on arrival in Malé with CIP services for immigration clearing and access to a VIP seaplane for the 40-minute onward flight to Voavah.  Privacy and protection certain due to Voavah’s 24-hour on-site security, night-vision cameras, CCTV and regular patrols, guests can indulge and begin checking off the long list of pleasurable activities from the moment they arrive. Voavah’s single entry point means no one arrives without staff knowledge. Medical Services – All of the guests have access to a 24-hour doctor on call, as well as access to Landaa Clinic (20 minutes away).

This incredible location in the remote Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve, Voavah offers the freedom of a castaway in a luxurious setting, a private paradise. A blissful over-water spa, the yacht Summer, a staff of more than 20, including a team or personal butlers and an epicurean chef. Three stunning villas accommodate the guests. Cleverly configured to host extended family and friends or your fashionable entourage in a three-bedroom beach front villa, a two-bedroom over-water bungalow and a crucial beach house containing a suite and a bunk room for up to four children, perfect for the nanny.

Just steps from the powder sands, the Three-Bedroom Beach Villa at Voavah is a sight to behold. With a massive sunbathing pool, al fresco living room and master bedroom with ocean views on three sides, the vast beach-chic interiors ooze effortless style and an undeniable at-home vibe. The master bedroom has an attached study/children’s room, while the two additional bedrooms are each housed in their own separate pavilion.

Divide your time around the two-story Beach House and the broad expanse of sugar white sand, gin clear seas and the rich reef teeming with marine life, the ultimate castaway lifestyle! The Beach House living room merges outside with inside, a library and loft lounge, a dining room, gourmet kitchen, an expansive pool deck, and a rock star gym. The  seven bedrooms span three separate venues over the lagoon, on the beach, or in the Mezzanine Suites. The most elevated position on the island, the two Mezzanine Suites at Voavah overlook the vast beach, turquoise lagoon and Biosphere Reserve beyond. Located at either end of the Beach House upper floor, each suite’s ocean-view outdoor sea-view shower and panoramic balcony deliver the height of residential chic. The Mezzanine Suites flank the Loft Lounge, a lovely in-the-eaves chill zone complete with comfy seating, pool table and views that stretch forever. Just off the Lounge, the Bunk Room has beds for up to four children, creating a great kids’ floor for larger groups.

The Voavah Vibe is all about satisfying and spoiling the guests, providing the ultimate in bespoke experiences. Last minute plea for sundowners as an exceptional sunset signals the closure of another perfect day, the chef will oblige! Kiddos dying for a pizza class, yes, of course! Sunrise on the sandbar, consider it done! Heard your friends are dining at Blu at Landaa Giraavaru, it’s a 25-minute cruise to the Four Seasons resort under a black sky twinkling with diamonds.

Expanding horizons, The Oceans of Consciousness Spa offers bespoke over-water spa therapies and rituals; yoga, meditation and pranayama classes; high-end beauty treatments; and Rossano Ferretti hair consultant on call. Private and perched over the glistening lagoon, the Spa offers bespoke treatments by ila inspired by the five pathways to consciousness: Truth, Wise Choices, Love, Peace and Compassion. Sink into your inner bliss with tailored treatments attributed to a specific pathway.

Devote delightful days discovering the undisturbed UNESCO paradise, Voavah Summer will introduce you to snorkeling or diving with whale sharks, year around manta rays; surfing on unknown breaks, casting for a sea banquet, exploring local islands, basking in sensational sunsets on the Baa Atoll, pleasurable moments are never-ending.

Gather your entourage and we will help plan your Exclusive Escape!

Exclusive Villa du Lac  Genève

Summer slipping past and you are in need of one more splendid escape before the leaves fall? In early June I enjoyed a delightful 2-week sojourn to Greece and Geneva and Megeve, France, many of these posts are up on website – some still in progress! An exclusive look at The Villa du Lac is enclosed. A contemporary glass-walled residence on the shores of Lake Geneva, just a few minutes from the town center. Adjoining the grounds of La Réserve, the Villa du Lac offers the serenity of a waterside house along with the advantageous of a 5-star hotel.

During my travels, I made a stop in Geneva and stayed at La Réserve five-star hotel. It’s been many years since my last visit to this international beauty perched on banks of the stunning azure lake and nearby Alpine peaks. The French speaking city has long been known as cosmopolitan, embodying humanitarian traditions and recognized as the capital of peace. Geneva is Switzerland’s most international city, a crossroads of Europe.

The hotel offers genteel boat cruises on Le Motoscafo, a classic wooden power boat to the city center, mosey to the pontoon and avail yourself of this complimentary service.  While cruising the lake, I spotted this gorgeous glass Villa just a few doors down from the hotel on the beach. This stunning villa is managed by the hotel and includes hotel staff, and access to the pool, spa and all dining options. We can also organize your own private classic boat for afternoons on the lake.

This magnificent villa on the shores of Lake Geneva the Alps and Mont Blanc, at the very heart of La Réserve Genève. The contemporary glass Villa du Lac, graced with interior design by Rémi Tessier. Complete with daily personalized housekeeper service, experience an exclusive stay whether you are in Geneva for business or leisure.

https://www.lareserve.ch/en/luxury-villa-rental-geneva/

Over 4000 sq feet spread over two floors.
All rooms with panoramic views over the garden and lake.
South-east facing.
Contemporary decor by Rémi Tessier.

Three bedrooms:1 master bedroom with bathroom, dressing-room; Fitness area and balcony; 1 bedroom with ensuite shower and balcony; 1 bedroom with ensuite bathroom (could be transformed into a study or playroom); Beautiful 160 m² living room on garden level consisting of video room, two large lounges, a study area and a dining room; Fully equipped eat-in kitchen with terrace; Access to hotel services – bar, restaurants and spa; Daily, personalized housekeeping service; Continental breakfast served by a housekeeper; Round the clock security.

Geneva is the perfect gateway city to the French Alps, Athens and many other wonderful destinations. Begin or end your European jaunt at Villa du Lac …there is availability in September for a last-minute Journey!

Ring me for details!