Great Exuma House for Rent: Just reduced! Ocean front with Golf Course. - Property 169794

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Bahamas kept secret: Part of the Bahamian Family Islands, Great Exuma is the largest island in a chain of 365 cays, and has been a best-kept secret of seekers of sunny skies, saltwater and solitude. In fact, Great Exuma has a reputation for being the most relaxed island in the Bahamas making it the perfect spot for a Bahamas family vacation. Although Great Exuma may sound remote, and in lifestyle it is far removed from the frenetic pace of more urban settings - the island is really quite accessible. It is only a 90 minute flight from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to Great Exuma.

Touring the island: George Town Tour- Enjoy exploring the many sites in this settlement including the 200 year old St. Andrews Anglican Church which is located on a bluff overlooking Lake Victoria and the Straw Market, an outdoor market showcasing local crafts and clothing (25 minutes) Williams Town Tour - Located in Little Exuma, the Salt Beacon was designed during the first half of the 19th century to advertise the area’s plentiful supplies of salt and fresh water to passing ships in the first half of the 19th century (25 minutes) Stocking Island - Located a mile from George Town, Stocking Island is famous for shelling, beaching, snorkeling and relaxing. Tucked beneath the beautiful shallow waters are caves that are part of a 122-meter deep network of caverns offering an incredible diving adventure. (35 minutes) Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. Located in the northern part of the island chain, the Land and Sea Park stretches over 110,000 acres. Accessible only by boat, this park is a natural wonder

Getting here: Georgetown International Airport (GGT) Major carriers into GGT include Bahamas Air, Continental, American Eagle and U.S. Airways. Taxi service is available from the airport. The airport is approximately 20 twenty minutes from Grand Isle Villas and the average cost is $25 - $30. Your concierge can also arrange for private transfer or a rental car. Please note that effective December 31, 2006, the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative will require all travelers, including U.S. citizens, to and from the Americas , the Caribbean, and Bermuda to have a passport or other accepted document that establishes the bearer's identity and nationality to enter or re-enter the United States .

Golf: Four Seasons Golf Club Great Exuma at Emerald Bay is a championship 18-hole course designed by golf legend, Greg Norman. Set to become one of the world's greatest ocean-side clubs, the course uses an environmentally friendly seashore paspalum grass, which offers a lush, deep green canopy. Nestled in a series of dramatic fairways along the oceanfront that wind through seaside dunes, the course finishes on a rocky peninsula with a spectacular view of the ocean. Six signature holes hug the perimeter of Emerald Bay's scenic peninsula, providing unparalleled vistas along its turquoise waters. The Pro Shop is open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm and tee times are offered from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. This may fluctuate depending on the daylight. Clubs and shoes are available for rent.

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