Bonds Cay
Interactive map of Bonds Cay | |
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Berry Islands, The Bahamas |
| Coordinates | 25°29′44″N 77°43′22″W / 25.49556°N 77.72278°W |
| Area | 2.6 km2 (1.0 sq mi) |
| Coastline | 13 mi (21 km) |
| Administration | |
The Bahamas | |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
Bonds Cay[1] is a 650-acre (260 ha) private island located in the southern Berry Islands district of the Bahamas.[2] The island is notable for its natural biodiversity, its proximity to deep-water marine environments, and its history of high-profile ownership, including a mid-2000s joint venture by musicians Shakira[3][4] and Roger Waters[5] to develop an eco-friendly artists' retreat.[6]
Geography
Bonds Cay is approximately 4.25 miles (6.84 km) long and features over 13 miles (21 km) of coastline, containing multiple white-sand beaches, iron-shore coastlines, natural ponds, and dense tropical vegetation.[7]
The island is situated roughly 37 miles (60 km) northwest of Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, and 155 miles (249 km) southeast of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It borders the Tongue of the Ocean, a deep underwater trench known for its diverse marine ecology. The waters surrounding Bonds Cay and the nearby Chub Cay are highly regarded for sport fishing, particularly for billfish such as blue marlin, white marlin, sailfish, and tuna.
Flora and fauna
Bonds Cay supports a unique terrestrial ecosystem. In 1921, naturalists discovered a distinct species of land snail belonging to the Cerionidae family that is endemic exclusively to this island.
History
In 2006, Bonds Cay attracted international media attention when it was purchased for an estimated $16 million by an investment group composed of prominent international musicians and celebrities.[6] The core investors included Colombian pop singer Shakira,[8] Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters, and Spanish singers Alejandro Sanz and Miguel Bosé.[9]
The group intended to transform the entirely undeveloped island into a luxury, carbon-neutral, culture-driven retreat for artists, featuring private residences, residential studios, and boutique hospitality facilities.[6]
Bonds Cay remains predominantly undeveloped, maintaining its natural ecosystem. The existing infrastructure on the island is minimal, consisting of a few glamping-style bungalows and a beachfront bar.[6] The island holds a freehold title and is accessible exclusively via seaplane, helicopter, or private boat.
In early 2026, the island was placed back on the international real estate market with an asking price of $30 million.[6][10]
References
- ↑ O'Donnell, Santiago; Lukin, Tomás (2017-10-01). ArgenPapers: Los secretos de la Argentina offshore en los Panamá Papers (in Spanish). SUDAMERICANA. ISBN 978-950-07-6006-5.
- ↑ Burger, Zee (2024-01-29). AI God. Europa Edizioni. ISBN 979-12-201-4981-5.
- ↑ Baldacchino, Godfrey (2017-04-28). Solution Protocols to Festering Island Disputes: ‘Win-Win' Solutions for the Diaoyu / Senkaku Islands. Taylor & Francis. ISBN 978-1-317-15823-3.
- ↑ Noticias de la semana (in Spanish). Editorial Perfil. 2006.
- ↑ Holley, Shawn (2020-05-15). 20 20 Smart Lists. Page Publishing Inc. ISBN 978-1-63568-476-6.
- 1 2 3 4 5 "Private Island Once Owned by Shakira Hits the Market for $30 Million". Realtor.com. April 2026. Retrieved May 18, 2026.
- ↑ "Works: Bonds Cay". Rafael Viñoly Architects. Retrieved May 18, 2026.
- ↑ Garrido, Isaac (2026-01-30). "Bonds Cay, la isla en la que invirtió Shakira, sale a venta por US$30 millones". Bloomberg Línea (in Spanish). Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ↑ Rafael Viñoly Architects (May 1, 2014). "Bonds Cay Master Plan Renderings". Instagram. Retrieved May 18, 2026.
- ↑ NTN24. "¿Se justifica el precio? Esto es todo lo que tiene la isla privada en Bahamas que Shakira puso a la venta por 25 millones de euros | NTN24.COM". NTN24 (in Spanish). Retrieved 2026-05-18.
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External links
- Bonds Cay Project Profile at Rafael Viñoly Architects website