Why Now.
Why Unique Stays.

The short-term rental market is growing fast. Demand for one-of-a-kind stays is outpacing supply. And no one is building vertically elevated towers at scale — yet.

Active
Locations

Twenty Three active developments across destination markets in the US. Each location is selected for natural setting, destination demand, and constrained supply.

Caribbean Investment Fund — Active Locations
Active
Pipeline

    The Opportunity

    The short-term rental market has fundamentally shifted. Travelers are no longer choosing between hotels and Airbnb — they're seeking experiences that no hotel can replicate. Lookout Towers sits at the center of that demand.

    $250B+

    Global STR Market

    Projected market size by 2030

    60%

    Prefer Unique Stays

    Travelers choosing distinctive over hotels

    2–3×

    STR vs Long-Term Yield

    Average revenue premium per unit

    <1%

    Elevated Tower Supply

    Of the addressable STR inventory

    DEMAND DRIVERS

    Travelers are choosing experiences over addresses.

    01

    The Experience Economy Is Here

    Post-pandemic travel behavior has permanently shifted. Guests are spending more on stays that become the story — not just the backdrop. Properties with distinctive architecture and natural settings command 40–80% rate premiums over comparable cabins in the same market.

    02

    Airbnb Searches for "Unique" Have Tripled

    Treehouse, cave, tower, cabin-in-the-sky — Airbnb's fastest growing category is "unique stays." Properties listed under this category see higher occupancy, lower seasonality swings, and stronger repeat booking intent than standard vacation rentals.

    03

    Premium STRs Outperform in Downturns

    When budgets tighten, households cut hotel stays before they cancel their one special trip. Aspirational, bucket-list properties have shown resilience through market downturns — their customers are more committed to the experience.

    04

    Destination Markets Drive Returns

    Mountain, forest, and coastal destinations with limited hotel supply consistently deliver higher RevPAR than urban STRs. Geographic scarcity creates a natural pricing floor that brand-new urban rentals don't have.

    Current Projects

    An active pipeline of hospitality properties each one selected, structured, and operated under the same repeatable model.

    Stowe, Vermont

    Target IRR

    • 25%

    • Target Close

      09/13/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Mountain Air, NC

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Mackinac Island, Michigan

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Truckee, CA

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Beech Mountain,NC

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Willamette, Oregon

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Pigeon Forge, TN

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Islamorada, Florida Keys

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Mt hood, Oregon

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Baldhead Island, NC

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Exuma, Bahamas

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Tower Killington, VT

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      ClassLuxury Home

    Fredericksburg Texas, Hill Country

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Florida Key, Florida

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Sedona, Arizona

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Park City, Utah

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Lake Tahoe, California

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Wine Country, California

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      10/15/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    New Hope, Pennsylvania

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Youngstown, NY

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Blowing Rock, NC

    • Target IRR

      25%

    • Target Close

      11/22/2026

    • Asset

      Class Luxury Home

    Hospitality vs
    Traditional RE
    Short-term rental hospitality consistently outperforms both long-term residential and commercial real estate on yield metrics — while offering comparable appreciation in destination markets.
    Premium STR Long-Term RE Commercial RE
    Avg. Annual Yield18–28%4–8%6–12%
    Occupancy SensitivityLowHighMedium
    Revenue LeversManyFewFew
    Appreciation UpsideHighLowMedium
    Depreciation BenefitsYesYesYes
    Brand Premium PotentialYesNoNo

    Figures represent industry averages across comparable asset classes. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

    THE SUPPLY GAP

    Institutional capital can't reach this asset class.

    Boutique hospitality is too operationally complex for REITs and too capital-intensive for most operators. That structural moat is what makes early, disciplined sponsors so well positioned today.

    • Scarce, view-protected land parcels

    • Vertical builds requiring specialized design

    • Operational expertise across hospitality + STR

    • Capital stack that rewards preferred investors first

    The opportunity is real. The window is now.

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    The financial projections presented on this page are illustrative only and not a guarantee of returns. Investing in real estate involves risk. Consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.