Inside Turtle Tail Estate: The $35M Turks and Caicos villa on Netflix’s Too Hot to Handle

A rare oceanfront estate in the Turks and Caicos Islands, best known to millions of viewers as the filming location for Netflix’s hit reality series Too Hot to Handle, has entered the market, offering buyers the opportunity to own one of the Caribbean’s most recognisable private properties.

Located on a secluded peninsula along the south coast of Providenciales, the nearly five-acre compound is listed for $35 million and is owned by Jeffrey Berns, Founder and CEO of blockchain firm Blockchains.

Just 15 minutes from Providenciales International Airport, the estate combines extreme privacy with direct access — a balance few Caribbean properties achieve.

The Netflix ‘Too Hot to Handle’ Villa in Turks and Caicos

The estate served as the primary filming location for seasons two and three of Netflix’s Too Hot to Handle, instantly placing it on the global map. While many luxury homes enjoy fleeting screen time, few become so closely associated with a cultural moment — and fewer still maintain long-term architectural and real-estate value beyond it.

Despite its on-screen fame, the property has been designed first and foremost as a private residence, not a production set. Once cameras depart, what remains is a meticulously planned, resort-style estate offering three private beaches and approximately 1,400 feet of direct ocean frontage.

A Landmark Oceanfront Estate in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos

Resting within a gated enclave on a quiet peninsula, the estate spans close to five acres and totals approximately 15,000 square feet of living space. It includes:

• A two-storey main villa

• A separate two-bedroom guesthouse

• A one-bedroom staff lodge

Across the compound, there are eight bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, all positioned to maximise sweeping views of the Caribbean’s turquoise waters.

Represented by Christie’s International Real Estate Turks & Caicos, the property is also one of only two homes in the country currently accepting cryptocurrency — a reflection of Berns’ background in fintech and digital assets.

Luxury Living Designed for Privacy and Scale

At the centre of the estate is a striking open-plan great room housed within a central pavilion. Collapsible glass doors open fully to covered terraces, allowing indoor and outdoor living to merge seamlessly. Finishes include tiled floors, striped cherry-wood ceilings, and statement designer lighting.

The primary residence features five en suite bedrooms, including a standout primary suite that opens directly onto an oceanfront terrace. A private outdoor bath garden, framed by tropical landscaping, extends the suite into its natural surroundings.

Additional interiors include:

• Two fully equipped kitchens

• A nine-seat private cinema

• A game room and wine cellar

• A dedicated gym

• Smart-home systems and backup power infrastructure

Resort-Style Amenities — Entirely Private

Designed to function as a self-contained luxury retreat, the estate’s outdoor amenities rival those of a five-star resort:

• A wraparound infinity-edge pool with a dramatic stepping-stone bridge

• A fire-pit pavilion

• A lighted tennis court

• Beachfront cabanas

• A 75-foot private dock for yachts and tenders

  
  

Whether used as a full-time residence or a seasonal escape, the property offers the scale and infrastructure to host guests discreetly and comfortably.

From Netflix Fame to Trophy Asset

Jeffrey Berns is known for assembling a global property portfolio that blends visibility with long-term value. In 2024, he sold a Lake Tahoe estate for $47 million, later acquiring a $25 million Las Vegas property originally built for Prince Jefri Bolkiah of Brunei.

Earlier purchases include 67,000 acres near Reno, earmarked for a blockchain-powered city development.

This Turks and Caicos estate, however, stands apart — not only for its size and location, but for its cultural recognition. In a market where true beachfront estates are increasingly rare, global exposure only adds to its allure.

A Rare Opportunity in the Caribbean Luxury Market

With direct ocean frontage, three private beaches, Netflix pedigree, and proximity to Providenciales’ international airport, this estate represents a unique intersection of lifestyle, privacy and investment.

For buyers seeking a luxury home in Turks and Caicos that offers both global recognition and long-term scarcity, opportunities like this are increasingly difficult to find.

Once a backdrop for global entertainment, it now stands as one of the Caribbean’s most compelling private residential offerings.

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