Self-made multi-billionaire Richard Branson is a British business magnate, investor, author, philanthropist, and founder of Virgin Group. Since he’s above average in his financial standings, you might’ve assumed by now that he owns more than one house; but just how many homes does Branson own?

Branson owns five homes and three islands in different areas of the world, including South Africa, Kenya, and Switzerland. Primarily, Branson lives on Necker Island, which he bought for $180,000 in 1978.

Read more below about the stunning real estate and exotic islands that Branson owns.

Branson’s Homes and Real Estate

Across the world, Branson owns five beautiful homes and real estate located in London, Kenya, Switzerland, South Africa, and Morocco. Let’s take a look at them.

The Roof Gardens

Located above Kensington High Street in central London, this stylish and aesthetically pleasing retreat offers mesmerizing views of the city of London, while encapsulating great features such as themed gardens, full-sized trees, fountains and exotic birds. The Kensington Roof Gardens is easily one of the best secret places hidden amongst central London that’s free to visit, so if you ever get the chance, check it out.

It’s unsurprising that one of the world’s multi-billionaires owns this place, given how spectacularly stunning it is.

Mahali Mzuri

Located in Swahili, Kenya, inside the Motorogi Conservancy, this is another elegant and eccentric retreat owned by Branson. I mean, there’s an infinity pool there, so what more do you need to be blown off your feet? 

Ulusaba Safari Lodge

This Private Game Lodge is situated near the Kruger National Park in the Sabi Sand Reserve in South Africa. Would you like to guess how many acres of land it spans across? Only 13,500 hectares, could you imagine owning that much land? I sure couldn’t.

The Lodge Verbier

This one’s only a – you guessed it – world-class luxury retreat in Verbier, Switzerland. The lodge has an impressive architectural design with stunning views of the valley and lavish master suites. 

Kasbah Tamadot

Kasbah Tamadot is a lavish hotel that Branson purchased back in 1998. It’s located near Marrakech in Morocco and comes bearing a total of 27 luxury suites alongside other amenities. 

Branson’s Islands

Branson owns three islands, two of which are located in the British Virgin Islands, with the remaining island located all the way across the globe in Australia. 

Necker Island

Necker Island, located in the British Virgin Islands, comprises a whopping 74 acres of land surrounded by sandy beaches and blissfully clear blue oceans. This is where Branson resides, and can you blame him? 

Moskito Island

Moskito Island, also located in the British Virgin Island, comprises a sizable 120 acres of land and is a luxury private holiday resort island for holidaymakers. It has three lavish villas called Headland House, Beach Villa, and Mangrove Villa; in total, the three villas can sleep up to 22 people.

Makepeace Island

Located in Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Australia, this 25-acre heart-shaped island was bought by Branson in 2003 as a retreat for his Virgin Australia airline crew, but it’s now open for public lease. 

Wrapping Up

In summary, Branson owns a lot of real estate and properties across the world in some of the most exotically beautiful locations that would take your breath away. It’s no surprise that he can afford all this, though, as, after all, he is a multi-billionaire, and there’s no better way to spend your money than how Branson has. 

Most of us can only dream of owning our own islands like Branson does, but what Branson has shown us is that it’s not entirely impossible (just pretty difficult) to live a life of luxury since he started from the bottom and worked his way up to owning multiple islands and homes around the world.

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