One diversified investment,
a world of places to call home.

One home narrows your world.
A portfolio broadens it.

Many consider a second home a smart investment, until they realize how much it asks of you. One location. Year-round costs and responsibility, whether you’re there or not.

When you invest in Equity Estates, you gain the freedom to explore 25+ destinations across a globally diversified portfolio, with homes selected not just for how they feel to stay in, but how they perform over time.

The result is flexibility and geographic diversification—offering more places to gather, more seasons to enjoy, and more protection against concentrated real estate risk.

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Returns you can measure and experience.

Equity Estates is built to deliver on both sides of the equation: disciplined real estate investing and time well spent with the people who matter most.

A diversified portfolio

Invest in a single private fund that owns a curated portfolio of luxury vacation homes—typically 12 residences valued between $3M and $7M each in sought-after destinations.

thoughtful service

From pre-trip planning to on-the-ground support, every stay is fully managed—with personal travel coordination, local hosts, and attentive daily housekeeping—so your time away feels easy from the start.

clear path to liquidity

Each fund follows a defined lifecycle. When homes are sold, investors receive 100% of their invested capital first, followed by the majority of any appreciation.

homes around the world

Enjoy 15–45 nights per year in thoughtfully appointed, multi-million-dollar homes across more than 25 destinations worldwide.

ALIGNED INTERESTS

Annual expenses are shared equally, with services delivered at cost—without markups. The model operates more like a cooperative than a traditional hospitality business.

TRANSPARENCY

Independent appraisals and annual audits by a top-five accounting firm ensure clarity, accountability, and confidence—year after year.

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What makes Equity Estates different

Where most models leave gaps—between ownership and experience—Equity Estates was built to close them. From pre-travel planning to path to liquidity, we handle the details end-to-end, so you don’t have to. It’s a thoughtful, fully managed model that delivers.

Pre-Travel Planning
Destination Variety
Concierge Service
Local Hosts
Daily Housekeeping
Well-Stocked Home
Diversified Investment
Path to Liquidity
ROI Potential
EQUITY ESTATES
second homes
fractionals
Rental Homes
Luxury hotels

Every year, you know exactly what to expect.

Predictable dues make it easy to plan, while rising property values help your capital do more over time. It’s a way to preserve wealth, offset rising costs, and create lasting time together—year after year.

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investors since 2021

Mark and Jodi Esfeld

“We were spending nearly $15,000 a year on vacation rentals. With Equity Estates, we have a chance to recoup our investment rather than put it in other homeowners’ pockets. Instead, we are the homeowner, and we are assured every home is in the best location in each destination.”

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Trips Taken

66

Nights Stayed

Florence, Italy and Wine Country 1, California

favorite home

investors since 2020

Loren and Mindelle Ziff

Loren: “Equity Estates just made the most sense, both the financial and the travel components. We were great believers in the program from the start, and the EE team continues to deliver on and exceed our expectations on all levels.”

Mindelle:  “We like that it’s not a timeshare as much as a shared investment, with a variety of homes in a wide range of destinations, providing opportunities for international as well as domestic travel. It was exactly what we were looking for as a family.”

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Trips Taken

151

Nights Stayed

Grace Bay, Turks And Caicos; Big Sky, Moonlight Basin

favorite home

investors since 2023

Jim and Cindy Sobeck

“With Equity, everything is set up just right – the stocked groceries, personalized activities, and the Local Host’s recommendations. Plus, the size and quality of the homes are also unmatched. It’s truly an elevated experience.”

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Trips Taken

75

Nights Stayed

Big Island, Kohala Coast 8, Hawaii

favorite home

investors since 2017

Dave and Barb Singer

“I consider this an investment in time together. It’s a great deal and it forces you to stop and take the time to plan meaningful time together in beautiful places.” 

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Trips Taken

245

Nights Stayed

Punta Cana, Arrecife 48, Dominican Republic

favorite home

investors since 2020

Mark and Lisa Raskin

“Our personal concierge adding unique experiences is such a joy. Having someone there locally to guide us through vacation is so extraordinary. Each location goes out of its way to make it special for whatever the group is.”

“The consistency and quality of the homes is amazing. The properties are top of the line for each location, meticulously maintained and well stocked with everything we need.”

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Trips Taken

121

Nights Stayed

Puerto Los Cabos, Villa Alta Vista, Mexico

favorite home

investors since 2022

Danny and Laura Palmer

“We were blessed to be able to travel to Equity Estates properties before investing, so we were aware of the beautiful properties, the amenities, and the special service provided by the Equity Estates team early on. That definitely helped us make the choice to become members ourselves.”

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Trips Taken

70

Nights Stayed

Napa Valley, California

favorite home

investors since 2021

Jerome and Amy Hill

“All of the trips have been special, spending time with family and friends. And we love the fact that we know the level of house and experience we will get before booking, regardless of where we’re going.”

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Trips Taken

105

Nights Stayed

Playa Palmilla, Mexico

favorite home

investors since 2023

Aaron and Anna Kinworthy

“We looked at everything from timeshares to fractional ownerships, to buying with the intent to Airbnb, and they all had significant risks, downsides, or just didn’t feel right. While doing that research, we actually stumbled across Equity Estates through Google searching. It was almost too good to be true … all the benefits of home ownership, but with variety and upside on the investment.”

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Trips Taken

82

Nights Stayed

Seabrook Island and London

favorite home

investors since 2021

Bill and Lisa Conquergood

Bill: “We get to try new places that we may not have considered visiting and stay in beautiful, spacious homes that are always perfectly located. The homes give comfort. They’re luxurious, safe, and in nice communities with great amenities. It’s the foundation that allows us to really relax and have a good time.”

Lisa: “It’s not a cookie-cutter experience; each home feels unique and matches the destination. In St. John, for example, there were shells in the walls, which our local host said is a traditional architectural technique on the island. It’s fun to discover what’s cool about each of the homes. Plus, because you’re in a neighborhood, in a real home, you feel more like you’re a part of the community while you’re there.”

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Trips Taken

155

Nights Stayed

Florence, Italy and Paris, France

favorite home

investors since 2021

The Azim Family

“The white-glove service, expansive and high-quality homes, and the seamless process from start to finish are the things that set Equity Estates apart.

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Trips Taken

45

Nights Stayed

Park City and Big Sky Montana Homes

favorite home

investors since 2019

Jeff and Courtney Neely

“We liked that we’d be able to travel to different places, stay in beautiful homes, and have an off-ramp at the end with a potential return on the investment. The model just worked for us. As soon as we walked into the home, we knew we’d made the right decision.”

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Trips Taken

136

Nights Stayed

Vail, Big Sky Montana, Midtown East, NYC

favorite home

investors since 2016

John and Sarah Finn

“We loved the personality and feel of Equity Estates from our first conversations, and we continue to be impressed with the homes, the level of service and how easy everyone is to work with,”

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Trips Taken

155

Nights Stayed

Big Island, Kohala Coast 2, Hawaii

favorite home

investors since 2014

John and Lisa O’Toole

“All of the arrangements are handled in advance, so there’s no wait time. There’s no stress. No work to be done while you’re there because it’s all been taken care of. It’s nice to have all these things at your fingertips and not have to worry about anything.”

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Trips Taken

179

Nights Stayed

Dropsey Bay, Aguilla And Midtown East New York

favorite home

investors since 2020

Mark and Rhonda Greenway

“The Equity Estates homes were a step up from what we were seeing elsewhere, and the destinations were great. We also appreciated that only investors would be using the homes; they wouldn’t be rented out. And that there’s a relatively date-certain exit plan since homes are sold around the 10-year mark, with the possibility of investment appreciation.”

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Trips Taken

112

Nights Stayed

Playa Palmilla, Mexico

favorite home

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Equity Estates?

Since 2006, Equity Estates has been raising capital for its Luxury Vacation Funds. Each Fund is investor-owned, offering you the smartest way to own and enjoy luxury vacation homes around the world. Professional property management and maintenance are included in the dues, along with personal concierge and travel-planning services to enhance your Equity Estates experience. Our investors enjoy all of the benefits of owning luxury vacation homes without the headaches.

Is Equity Estates a timeshare?

No, it’s actually quite different. Timeshares are buying time in a place with no connection to owning an asset. Equity Estates investors are purchasing into a luxury real estate fund which owns a portfolio of homes.

Timeshares do not offer an exit other than selling to a new buyer. At Equity Estates, there is a defined liquidity event. At the end of your Equity Estates Fund, we sell all of the homes, pay you back first 100% of your initial capital contribution, and then 80% of the profits. With timeshare properties, it is usually difficult to recoup your initial investment, let alone any appreciation.

Equity Estates’ investors own a portfolio of homes with purchase prices ranging between $3 to $7million. With timeshares you are limited to one place, it’s a completely different ballpark—think Orlando or Las Vegas hotel rooms versus a private villa estate.

At Equity Estates, there are no fixed weeks, we just require two night minimum stays. We also offer variety and you can stay throughout all Fund portfolios, not just the ones you own. Timeshares sometimes offer the ability to stay in sister properties and seem to offer week long stays only.

How much does it cost to invest?

Click here to download the latest Executive Summary with current pricing.

Is it hard to get what I want, when I want it?

Much like private golf clubs, Equity Estates deliberately underutilizes its assets to ensure accessibility. If all of our investors use all of their allocated nights, the residences are only occupied for 57% of the year. Our investor-to-property ratio is based on an average of no more than seven full investment interests per property (7:1). We will walk you through the calendars so you may see it live.

More questions?

Please see our FAQ page

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Dropsey Bay, Anguilla

Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe, California

Now Open for Investment

Equity Estates Fund VII, LLC

funding goal

~$70 Million

status

Open

What You’re Investing In

A portfolio of up to 12 luxury vacation homes, with a target purchase price between $3–7M, selected for long-term value, enjoyment and use in highly desirable destinations.

Instant Access That Goes Beyond Your Fund

Regardless of which Equity Estates fund you invest in, you enjoy access across the broader Equity Estates portfolio and partner residences worldwide.

The Equity Estates Guide

From destination picks to model comparisons, explore how Equity Estates helps you invest confidently and vacation meaningfully.