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Oceanview on Guana Cay is an Abaconian-style beach house situated 150 feet from the Atlantic Ocean and miles of sandy white beach It's just perfect to spend the day relaxing in the surf and sun.
Snorkel right in front of the house along the barrier reef which runs the length of the island or just relax at the waters edge. The island (with about 150 residents) provides for basic needs with a grocery store, liquor store, boat rental/dive shop as well as numerous good restaurants and beach grills.
Our location provides splendid views and "just enough" accessibility with spectacular ocean sunrises. And, the ocean breeze gives wonderful relief from the heat and insects (that's a real consideration - aside from the view - for an oceanfront vs. inland rental) MHH is only 50 min flight from Florida and a short regularly scheduled ferry ride over to the key.
If you're comparing Oceanview with a other rentals, most with private docks are located on the bayside, a dock would not last too long on the ocean side - we're on the ocean side. There is a community dock within a 2 minute walk on the bayside and a village dock (with much better shelter from the wind; both are free of charge. We're located 15 minutes walk from the village - either by the road or along the beach. It's an easy walk to island restaurants and the village.
The house was designed as a beachhouse from the start and there are outstanding views of the ocean. In the lower bedroom (toward the East), you can watch the sunrise right over your toes. On some mornings, just before the sun breaks the horizon, the entire sky turns brilliant red over the ocean. There are two bedrooms upstairs and a half bath. The bed in the front upstairs bedroom has been built a little higher than normal so that you can see the ocean horizon line at eye level. The large window is strategically placed to give 180 degree view. If you're in charge of bedroom allocation, this is first choice. Downstairs there are two bedrooms, sunrise room with a queen bed and the other bedroom with two built-in single beds. Emphasis was put on the use of natural renewable materials in the construction of the house with cypress tongue and groove paneling, abaco pine and ceramic tile. The main level consists of a living room, dining area and kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped (including a commercial blender), refrigerator, gas range/oven and small appliances. All you'll need to bring is food.
Albury's ferry will deliver you to the village wharf on Guana. From there, the caretaker will meet you and transfer you to the beachhouse in her truck. Prior to going to the house, you may want to stop at the grocery store for some food and supplies. The village is very basic - one street right down the center along the bay, not wide enough for two golf carts to pass each other. You will find it to be a wonderful walk. The "fig tree" (which you will easily identify) is the local gathering place. It is where most village politics are discussed. If you're interested in local gossip, the fig tree is the place to spend a little time.
To find the grocery store, turn right off the village wharf. It is to the toward the end of the bay. It is well supplied and will easily provide for your needs during your stay. If you require special order items, inquire at the grocery store. They can order for you. If your family includes infant children, you would be well advised to check in advance regarding diapers. There are many interesting foods and spices at the store. For example, there is wonderful butter from New Zealand and island honey available. Local fruit is often for sale, including different types of bananas usually not seen in US markets. Cuban products are not restricted in the Bahamas. At the 'Fig Tree Liquor Store' you will find an amazing assortment of Bahamian Rum including coconut, banana, mango and pineapple They are very reasonably priced.
A one-week stay at Oceanview for two people is $1,500. There is a "special occasion rate" of $1,200 per week for honeymoons or returning guests celebrating their anniversaries. One week for up to six people is $1,900. There is a discount for stays in excess of two weeks. Special consideration is given if you're planning a family vacation with young children; send and email with the ages, genders and an outline of the expectations of the island and house. Please understand that requests are thoroughly screened; more are declined than accepted.
Oceanview and Guana are unique.
It is not a “Spring Break” destination. If you are looking for “Scandals at Montiego Bay,” this is not the place. Our location on Guana provides splendid ocean views with "just enough" accessibility. It's an easy walk to the village or to Nippers – most importantly, you don't have the noise or intrusion associated with those inland or village locations. And, the ocean breeze provides for wonderful relief from the heat. That's a very real consideration (aside from the view) for an oceanfront vs. bayside / inland or village rental.
The maximum number of guests is six. More than six people in a group can cause unacceptable stress on the house. However, if some are small children, send an email request for review. A 50% deposit is required to confirm a stay. Balance is due a minimum of 30 days prior to departure. To check on-line about whether there is availability for your preferred dates, please visit the calendar link. Preferred weekly rental periods are Saturday arrival (after 3:00PM) and Saturday departure (by 10:00AM)
Please confirm date availability, do this before you make final purchase commitments on plane tickets. The availability calendar link above is updated continually - however, it changes often. |
