Lyford: Life on a Grand Scale

Lyford Cay on the western tip of New Providence (Nassau) has long been billed as one of the wealthiest private enclaves in the world. So homes such as magnificent Top of the Cay always cause a stir when they come on the market. It's 8,500 sq ft of gorgeous home on an island paradise, just a short skip to South Florida. For many residents, the members-only Lyford Cay Club is the focal point of luxury island living. Here at Lyford, the rich and famous get serious on the world-class par-72 golf course, play tennis, fish the nearby fertile grounds, meet at the marina and play on the pristine mile long beach. Lyford Cay was developed in the 1950s by the prominent Canadian businessman, the late Edward Taylor. It's played host to many world figures, including President John F. Kennedy, British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan and Prince Rainier. Residents read like a Who's Who of the internationally acclaimed: Louis Bacon, the hedge fund businessman; Sean Connery, aka 007 Bond; British tycoon Jo Lewis; Canadian fashion designer Peter Nygard; Irish media tycoon Sir Tony O'Reilly and his wife Chryss Goulandris, Lady O'Reilly, the horse breeder and shipping heiress; Greek shipping magnate George P. Livanos and author Sheila Hailey, to name a few. View Listing Details