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Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma

Hartswell apartment with kitchenette

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A wooden deck leading to a beach area with a pergola and lounge chairs.
A large cactus with multiple arms in a garden setting.
A beach with clear turquoise water and a distant shoreline with sparse vegetation.
A small house with a blue door and two windows, a porch with steps, and a light blue exterior.
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.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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The Ferry, Exumas
  • Place, Moriah Harbour Cay National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tropic of Cancer Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Bay Beach
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hartswell

Seaside stay .At this Hartswell apartment, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Moriah Harbour Cay National Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Rolletown Tombs. Tropic of Cancer Beach and Salt Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Moriah Harbour Cay National Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Palm Bay Beach - 22 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Hoopers Bay - 25 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Emerald Bay Beach - 43 min drive - 28.4 miles

Getting around

  • Exuma Intl. Airport (GGT) - 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

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Snorkeling 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Retreat Near Tropic Of Cancer
Island Retreat Near Tropic of Cancer Beach Hartswell
Island Retreat Near Tropic of Cancer Beach Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma to the airport?

This apartment is 18.7 mi (36-min drive) away from the Exuma Intl. Airport (GGT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma to the beach?

This apartment is 5.1 mi (13-min drive) from Tropic of Cancer Beach and 6.2 mi (15-min drive) from Little Exuma Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma to downtown Hartswell?

This apartment is 1.4 mi away from Hartswell.

Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT

GREAT
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

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

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