Looking West
Born out of the demand by high net worth individuals looking for unique hideaways, the island development will be the only privately owned, fully staffed tropical island within the U.S. borders available for exclusive lease when not in use by the owners. With stateside travel increasing due to the weakening dollar, the U.S. location means guests can avoid customs, lengthy travel time and remain anonymous.
The first of its kind in the US, the island is surrounded by a wildlife refuge and protected by a no fly zone, and no anchor zone, making it ideal for those who want privacy without the challenges of being truly remote. The island’s undisclosed location ensures that guests will enjoy ultimate seclusion. Fortuitous proximity to the US Coast Guard and Naval facilities provides additional security to the island that will already be monitored by its own radar and heat signature surveillance systems.
The property will also serve as a model of green technology for self-sustained living within an environmentally sensitive location. “The incorporation of green technology and sustainable design are no longer optional for builders and developers,”
To deliver on this model of solar power, water collection and composted affluent, a seasoned “Green Team” of experts has been hand-picked by Starfish to develop the island while paying the utmost concern for the delicate environment and surrounding wildlife refuge. The team members as a whole have over 100 years in combined experience with land planning, development, green infrastructure, and tropical island design.
“This project represents a lifelong passion for me,” said Tim Pedigo, head of development for Starfish. “We’ve spent years putting this team and this opportunity in place. Individuals or investors interested in this ultra exclusive property should contact Greg Huntsman of Starfish Island Development, L.L.C., at (417) 447-7178.
