Chalk Sound
Chalk Sound absolutely blew me away—I’ve been to the Seychelles, Maldives, French Riviera, and Hawaii, and every beach in-between. This place is every bit as stunning as any beach I’ve ever seen. The water looks like someone turned up the saturation in real life—crystal-clear, electric turquoise stretching as far as the eye can see. What sets it apart is the raw, untouched beauty—no big crowds, no high-rises, just nature showing off. I had no idea this corner of Turks and Caicos was such a gem, and honestly, part of me hopes it stays a secret.
Chalk Sound National Park is a stunning protected area on Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos Islands, famous for its impossibly turquoise waters and peppering of tiny limestone islets. The lagoon’s shallow, calm depths shimmer in shades of blue that seem almost unreal. Tucked along a narrow peninsula that separates the sound from the open ocean, the surrounding area is primarily residential, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with front-row views of this natural wonder.
It's known for its stunning turquoise lagoon dotted with small limestone islands and mangrove wetlands. Most of the water in the sound is shallow, typically less than 5 feet deep.
Ah, yes—the rare and magical blue clouds over Chalk Sound. It’s not your eyes playing tricks on you. The clouds themselves aren't actually blue, but they appear that way because of the surreal intensity of the water below. Chalk Sound’s vivid turquoise hue reflects upward with such brilliance that it can tint the undersides of low-lying clouds, especially during midday when the sun is high. The result? A sky where the clouds take on a soft blue blush, echoing the water beneath them. It's like the sea is teaching the sky how to wear its colors.
Life on the water
You can find something around half a million, expect more reality like $1–$2 million for a well-appointed home.
What does it cost to build here…..
Emerald Cay
is an impressive and exclusive 30,000 sq ft private island estate, it is the crown jewel property of Silly Creek and can all be yours (for 24 hours) for $35,000.
