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Richard Branson’s $180K Necker Island is Now Worth About $60 Million

The business magnate Richard Branson never knew the deal he was making to impress his girlfriend would be the best deal of his life! The original owner of Necker Island, Lord Cobham, listed the island for $5 million. Branson made him a lowball offer of $100K as a joke, and luckily the capital-strapped Cobham settled on the price of $180K.

However, as per the law, the privately-owned island must be converted into a resort, so Branson had to shell out $10 million more to build the resort and other facilities. Today, you will be surprised to know that the same island is now worth about $60 million.

Bruce Willis Rents Out Parrot Cay In Turks & Caicos Island, For $4.95K a Night

Action movie star Bruce Willis shares pictures of his most favorite getaway spot, Parrot Cay, in Turks & Caicos island when he is out there. This heaven-like thousand-acre island flaunts privacy since there is no access to non-residents. Moreover, it is a no-fly zone to guarantee the safety of the visitors. It takes only $4.95K to spend an entire night on the island.

It has a 6.5-acre home down the beach that looks like a hotel resort. This house has five bedrooms and two visitor suites close to the main house. However, Bruce had put this property on the market in 2019 with a record-breaking price of $33 million.

Richard Branson’s $180K Necker Island is Now Worth About $60 Million

The business magnate Richard Branson never knew the deal he was making to impress his girlfriend would be the best deal of his life! The original owner of Necker Island, Lord Cobham, listed the island for $5 million. Branson made him a lowball offer of $100K as a joke, and luckily the capital-strapped Cobham settled on the price of $180K.

However, as per the law, the privately-owned island must be converted into a resort, so Branson had to shell out $10 million more to build the resort and other facilities. Today, you will be surprised to know that the same island is now worth about $60 million.

Lenny Kravitz Established A Studio On The Island Eleuthera, Amount Undisclosed

The Eleuthera island was the birthplace of Lenny Kravitz’s late mother, Roxie Roker, and now his home. However, Kravitz didn’t purchase the entire island, instead a piece of real estate where he built his home as well as his recording studio. Lenny Kravitz, who is also called the ultimate Rock God, released many of his albums right from his island studio.

Perhaps, the solitude of the island and kind-hearted locals have been a big inspiration for his super hit songs. Living close to nature also gives a feeling of freedom and openness. Kravitz still lives there. Even during the pandemic, he spent more than five months on the island.

Steven Spielberg Film Director Bought An Island In Madeira Archipelago, Amount Undisclosed

The Hollywood director Steven Spielberg can undoubtedly afford a private island like the one in Madeira Archipelago, off the coast of Portugal. It’s a private island in the true sense of the word, as nothing has been disclosed about the island to the media. Moreover, it is uninhabited, consists of two islands connected together.

For celebrities like Steven, having an island is an excellent way to show off his luxuries. Steven loves to travel around the island with his family in his exclusive 86-meter luxury yacht. Don’t know if money can buy you happiness; it surely can buy you an island!

Musician Mogul Jay-Z and Beyoncé Owns An Island In The Bahamas For $3 Million

Being one of the wealthiest couples, it must be hard for Jay Z and Beyonce to decide on each other’s anniversary gift. Buying a private island is undoubtedly the best gift for a celebrity like Beyonce, who constantly yearns for privacy with her family. Jay-Z bought this beautiful 360-acre island in North Abaco, Bahamas, for $3 million.

However, the island is substantially undeveloped, but the couple soon constructed a magnificent mansion on the island. The lush greenery around the island and crystal clear water is perfect for a peaceful getaway far from people’s eyes. It’s where they can enjoy sunbathing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and much more.

America’s Sweetheart Julia Roberts Owns A Private Island In The Bahamas, Amount Undisclosed

We know that owning a private island in the Bahamas is not a big deal for acting legends like Julia Roberts. But how much she spent on this beautiful piece of heaven is still off the record. Anyway, this gorgeous tropical island is no less than paradise, surrounded by crystal blue warm waters that give her the perfect escape from the chaos of Hollywood.

Roberts bought this island as a peaceful escape, unlike other celebrities who either rent out their private islands or turn them into resorts. However, her busy schedule seldom allows her to pay a visit to her breathtaking island.

Millionaire Music Couple McGraw & Faith Hill Owns Goat Cay For $1.2 Million

The multi-millionaire couple bought a private island, Goat Cay, a paradise that they dreamed up together. They reportedly paid $1.2 million for the island to have a place to escape the paparazzi.

Over the years, Tim and Faith Hill spent several millions more to develop this wild island into a private palace. Therefore, the island includes a 6,517-square-foot mansion, two beaches, and plenty of palm trees. The couple loves spending time on the island with their family that often can be seen on their Instagram feeds. They purchased this 19.77-acre island in 2003, and now it is worth around $35 million. Talk about making a sound investment!

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