Richard Branson's Necker Island is back in business a year after Hurricane Irma wreaked havoc and new photos show the private island looking more luxurious than ever
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Nov 30, 2018, 01:39 IST
The 74-acre island, which Richard Branson bought for a modest $320,000 back in 1978, was in need of repairs and refurbishment after Hurricane Irma hit in September 2017.
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The al fresco Great House was completely restored, with the addition of two brand-new rooms and an additional Balinese-style guest house. The Great House has 11 guest rooms total.
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It also has a spacious Mezzanine with skylights and a wraparound sofa.
Each bedroom comes with a king-sized bed, a private balcony ...
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... and an en-suite bathroom.
The rooms are sumptuously decorated in neutral tones with pops of color.
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Each room offers panoramic views of the Caribbean, the Atlantic, and neighboring islands.
The Balinese guest house, called Leha Lo, can sleep two people.
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Booking out the entire island will cost you at least $77,500 per night. Up to 30 guests can stay at a time.
A stay includes all meals and drinks (including alcoholic beverages), return transfers ...
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... and water sports activities.
Guests can enjoy a swim in an infinity pool while gazing out at the sea and other Caribbean islands in the distance.
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During special "Celebration Weeks," guests can book an individual room starting at $4,525 per night for a minimum of three nights.
Each year, the island hosts a tennis tournament called the Necker Cup.
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Tennis player Maria Sharapova and other celebrities descended on the island in November for the star-studded event.
The 2018 Necker Cup festivities also included paddle boating, sail boat races, parties, and a musical performance by Kenny Chesney.
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Further accommodations are set to open on the island in 2019, including a new Bali Hi complex with an extended pool and outdoor lounge, and private plunge pools for each of the individual Bali Houses.