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Dean Murray & Sara Odeen-Isbister

Inside new luxury property on Richard Branson's private island costing over £16k a night

Richard Branson's private Caribbean island has a new property complete with its own futuristic DJ booth and two-tiered infinity pool connected by a slide - and you can rent it out for just £16,000 per night.

The Village, as it's called, is an 18,100 sq ft estate on the western tip of Moskito Island, with incredible sea views.

Sir Richard Branson purchased Moskito Island, which is near his Necker Island, for £10million in 2007.

Rates for The Village start from $19,000 (£16,745) per night for up to 18 guests during the slow season.

Featuring nine bedrooms and available for exclusive buyout only, Virgin Limited Edition say it is the estate's futuristic technology and quirky amenities that sets it apart.

The infinity pools are connected by a slide (Virgin Limited Edition/SWNS)

A hidden DJ booth rises from the outdoor deck overlooking a two-story infinity pool for the ultimate in partying, while a cantilevered glass-bottom hot tub extended over the cliff edge will be ready in 2023.

Jon Brown, Managing Director at Virgin Limited Edition explains: "Since our anticipated opening late-last year, we've humbly been celebrated on the world stage for delivering an exceptional and extremely unique hospitality experience in the Caribbean that goes beyond the realms of traditional luxury.

"The debut of The Village is the next phase in the continuous evolution of Moskito Island - a private island escape unlike any other.

The futuristic DJ booth (Virgin Limited Edition/SWNS)

"A decade in the making, The Village Estate takes luxury to new heights, much like its sister estates, with an impressively striking design, state-of-the-art creative amenities and unspoiled panoramic views in the most private of settings.

"Moskito Island knows no limit when it comes to providing incomparable, luxurious moments and adding The Village to our collection further amplifies our position as the leaders of luxury in the Caribbean."

Designed as a "home-away-from-home", each of the nine guest rooms at The Village act as their own secluded retreat with ensuite bathrooms, private living room space and spacious terraces or patios.

Guests can enjoy alfresco dining on the terrace (Virgin Limited Edition/SWNS)

The crown jewel is the two-story Master Suite designed in a circular loop and completed by a 360-degree wrap-around terrace that not only creates a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience but boasts spectacular views.

Clearly designed for those who liked to party, The Village's main house is an entertaining hub and is intended as "a beacon of sorts", sitting proudly at the top of the hill.

A communal bar - matched with a uniquely designed living area - draws up to a spiral staircase that leads to the estate's rooftop.

The master suite (Virgin Limited Edition/SWNS)

Playing into the estate's high-tech offerings, the staircase is also wrapped with audio-synced, LED lighting, where the lights move to the beat of the music projected from the stadium-quality sound system.

Additional amenities of The Village include a fully-equipped, state-of-the-art gym, sound-proof home cinema, pizza oven and an organic kitchen garden from which freshly harvested produce is used daily by dedicated chefs curating tailor-made dining experiences for guests and at the same time helps reducing produce waste for the estate.

The treetops area (Virgin Limited Edition/SWNS)

Outside of their very-own, hyper-personalised, private estate, guests of Moskito Island have access to world-class communal recreational areas including two arena-inspired tennis courts, watersports centre, gaming, entertaining and movie areas in the communal Beach House, and a fully serviced private beach.

Gastronomy on the island knows no limits, with an array of dining locations and tailored experiences to choose from; whether picnics on Manchioneel Beach, candlelit dinners under the Caribbean stars or pizza-making classes at The Beach House or in the comfort of your own estate.

The two-tiered infinity pool with a sunken seating area (Virgin Limited Edition/SWNS)

Bespoke and personalised spa treatments are offered in the comfort of each estate or across the island in private, secluded locations too.

Rates include a dedicated Estate Manager and team of staff, as well as a team of private chefs across the island.

The Village joins three other estates on Moskito Island - The Branson Estate (owned by Sir Richard Branson), The Oasis Estate and The Point Estate.

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