At just eight square miles, St. Barts is the smallest island in the French West Indies, but it has a stellar reputation among the international elite. The French Caribbean island is home to a who’s who of A-list actors and musicians, supermodels, and Russian oligarchs, attracted by its beautiful beaches and lagoons, luxury resorts and villas, fine dining, art galleries, and designer boutiques.

What’s even more beautiful? It is not a requirement to be a resident of St. Barthelemy or France to purchase on the islands. Expect a one time transfer tax and legal fees. Note also that there is no annual real estate taxes on this piece of paradise!