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Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma

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A beach with clear turquoise water and a distant shoreline with sparse vegetation. - Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma (The Ferry)
A small kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a refrigerator. There is a window with curtains, a shelf with glassware, and a table with placemats. - Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma (The Ferry)
A small house with a blue door and two windows, a porch with steps, and a light blue exterior. - Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma (The Ferry)
A wooden deck leading to a beach area with a pergola and lounge chairs. - Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma (The Ferry)
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Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma provides a garden and more. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking at this apartment. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma

  • Welcome to Turtle Creek Inn By The Sea! This is a lovely garden view studio apartment that has a nicely appointed kitchenette with a refrigerator, toaster oven, two-burner cook top, coffee maker, and AC.
    The gardens are lush with native trees, fruits and flowers which attract a wide array of birds and butterflies. The property borders on a sweet tidal creek where we have our private dock for kayaking & paddle boarding. The "lazy river" is a 20 minute paddle from our dock.
    Activities available include world class kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, boating, and beach excursions.
    We are uniquely situated in a location to offer a wide variety of kayaking terrains for all skill levels. There are numerous islands, mangrove marshes and trails surrounded by flats with crystal clear water and an abundance of marine life.
    The beaches are a destination in themselves, offering an opportunity to walk, swim, picnic, play, work-out in a natural tidal current, snorkel, or just relax!.
    Forbes Hill beach is a 4 minute drive and Tropic of Cancer beach is a 8 minute drive from the Inn

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Hartswell, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rolletown Tombs and Hermitage Tomb are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tropic of Cancer Beach and Moriah Harbour Cay National Park. Kayaking, snorkelling and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Hartswell travel guide
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The Ferry, Exumas

What's nearby

  • A rocky coastline with turquoise waters and a sandy beach.
    Tropic of Cancer Beach
    11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and palm trees.
    Palm Bay Beach
    22 min drive - 23.4 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise water and a colorful beach ball floating on the surface.
    Hoopers Bay
    25 min drive - 26.8 km
  • A sailboat on turquoise waters with a sandy beach in the foreground.
    Emerald Bay Beach
    43 min drive - 45.7 km
  • Moriah Harbour Cay National Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Haulover Bay Restaurant, Bar and Grill
    7 min drive
  • Santanna's Bar & Grill
    11 min drive
  • Fanny's bar
    11 min drive
  • Chef Anns Turtle Pond Resturant And Bar
    10 min drive
  • Big Noch’s
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is steps from Moriah Harbour Cay National Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rolletown Tombs and Tropic of Cancer Beach. Salt Pond and Little Exuma Beaches are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Highly recommend staying with Rhonda and Steve. A rental car is pretty much necessary unless you are happy to stay put on the property and kayak to new areas (I might consider that for future trips). If you like nature, kayaking, gardens, and relaxing in a beautiful location - this is the ticket. I did accommodation only but next time I think I'd pay extra to have meals offered as their aren't many easy access restaurants nearby.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT

GREAT
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best water sports adventure.

We enjoyed our winter vacation at Turttle Creek Inn. It is a kayakers paradise. We were talking different routes every day for 11 days and we just explored a small portion of the water ways. There are also some of the best beaches in the world some of them are only accessible by kayak or stand up paddle board. Some of the beaches are within a few minutes drive. The Little Exuma is very secluded and quiet, and that was exactly what we wanted, get away from the city noise. The owners live on the property and they are very professional and accommodating. They also offer delicious home cooked meals, guided kayak tours and some car service if you don't want to rent a car. We came back home very happy and relaxed.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022