Great Week at Coral Sands

Guest: Dennis & Kathy (Jupiter, Florida)
Date of Stay: 05/23/09 Review Submitted: 06/02/09

We rented the 3 bed 2 bath top section of the house for two couples in late May 2009 and it was perfect. Everything as described and the owner was especially friendly and helpful. We came from Jupiter Florida with both couples taking their own boat and the marina services recommended were great as were the cart rental people and the property manager. We had been to GTC for a week once before and it was wonderful also but the Coral Sands House was the best because of its location, layout, amenities and helpful owner. We could have easily taken more people and still had the right mix of private and common space. We intend to repeat our visits to GTC and will specifically select the Coral Sands House. The house is centrally located, a short cart ride to anything on GTC. The beach is basically right out in the backyard and has both nice sandy areas and some areas with rock formations for snorkling.The view of the water is excellent from the large porch area and the kitchen and BBQ capabilities are also if you feel like eating in. Our interest was boating, fishing, island hopping and just relaxing with friends and this was the perfect place for all of that and more. We would certainly recommend GTC and the Coral Sands House.

Recommended for:Families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Coral Sands - Just Fantastic!

Guest: Steve (Atlanta, Ga.)
Date of Stay: 05/22/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

A group of 6 of us rented the whole house for 10 days at the end of May 2011 and we had a fantastic time. All that is said in previous reviews is true. The desription & pictures on the website are accurate if not understated. We rented a golf cart from Seaside, and it was waiting for us at the dock where we were greeted by the property manager. We rented a boat for a week from Reef Rentals and all was excellent. As we were arriving late on a Sunday, Sid’s grocery store kindly stocked the house with some items both from their store and the liquor store, and ran a tab for us! The people of GTC were genuinely kind & pleased that we had chosen their island to vacation and couldn’t have been nicer. Weather was good with the wind just strong enough to keep the bugs away. Due to well thought out design on the house, we were able to leave all the doors inside the screened in porches, including our bedroom doors, open all week so we could hear the waves and the wind day & night. The boat allowed us to do a lot of island hopping, snorkeling and check out various ocean side bars & grills. We had breakfast & dinners at the house, using the grill most nights, and just relaxing looking at the bay out front. We enjoyed not only the beach view but also the snorkeling in front of the house. Highly recommended! Of note, 2 days before the trip, I learned that a certain airline company (contact the owner to know whom) had cancelled our flights. While I had the phone numbers of a number of other choices, the owner was instrumental in providing me some specific names of people to contact. Many thanks to him and Bahamas Express who provided a plane for all 6 of us at the exact same times (and within $100) of our original flights. On our return flight, we flew over the house and were able to get a few last looks and pictures at our island paradise.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Coral Sands Review

Guest: pcstorrs (Cornish, NH USA)
Date of Stay: 02/12/11 Review Submitted: 04/11/11

We spent a delightful week in a house that was everything that was promised and more. We were met by the property manager, information re: buying food/dining/getting around was clear and helpful and we would recommend both the house and Island to anyone looking for a quiet, out-island vacation where you can go out to a nice dinner, go dancing or walk on an empty beach. Everyone we met was gracious and welcoming, glad to talk and we will go back.

Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Incredible!

Guest: fmc (Toronto)
Date of Stay: 11/05/09 Review Submitted: 01/01/10

Had an amazing time and the place was better than expected. The pictures/descriptions did not do it justice. The owner was extremely helpful and everyone we met on the island was so friendly and genuine. We travelled with our 2yr old daughter and another couple with a daughter the same age. The girls were so happy playing on the beach and the set up of the house was perfect where they loved playing on the screened-in porch. A very unique experience that exceeded our expectations. We're already planning our next trip to GTC!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, age 55+.

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/07/09 Review Submitted: 10/07/09

We just returned from spending a week at this magnificent property (late September) with two other couples and have nothing but good things to say about the property itself, the people we met, the activities available, and how easy it all came together. How about this - conch on the northside, bonefish on the southside, reefish on the eastside, and lobster in the backyard!In the words of Arnold 'the governator'Schwartzenegar, " I'll be back" - A real winner - Mark & Sandy V

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Guest: Emily and Al Mingione (Tampa, Fl)
Date of Stay: 07/18/09 Review Submitted: 07/18/09

Vacationed from 5-30-2009 to 6-13-2009 Three couples, Had a fabulous time, Coral Sands Beach House,fantastic beach,crystal clear ocean,the photos do not do the beautiful home justice. Swimming, snokeling,walking on the beach was better than we had imagined it would be. We met and made friends with the locals,Edison and Carol, Reef Rentals,Seaside Carts, (Carol), and Sid's Grocery,made us feel welcomed and a part of the Cay. Rented a boat, went fishing, snokeling,Cay exploying by boat which was fantastic. Green Turtle cay and especially Coral Sands Beach House,relaxing on the deck with the most amazing ocean view was unbeliveable best vacation ever for us. We want to make it an annual vacation for us. We felt safe on the Cay and the locals were always friendly and helpful. Emily and Al Mingione, Tampa, Fl

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Best Vacation Ever

Guest: aquamoon (Erie PA)
Date of Stay: 05/09/09 Review Submitted: 06/09/09

There were 8 of us and we had the time of our life at Coral Sands:) It was even better than the description. The location was close to everything by golf cart. The layout was perfect..even for 8 people. We had plenty of room. The amenities were excellent. Plenty of towels, blankets closets, dressers, dishes, glasses, even laundry soap...everything we needed. Large screen TV, wireless internet and plenty of reading material. Only watched TV in morning and on Thursday for Survivor and Greys Anatomy. Nicely decorated. Master bedroom and bath is beautiful. Shower is big enough for 4 people. Studeo is perfect with bed/bath/kitchen. Love the tiles in the shower:) Owner was very courteous and helpful when making our plans. Property Manager couldn't have been more friendly. Seaside Golf Cart owners Marilyn & Ted were so nice. We arrived at 8am and were able to take our luggage to the house before check in later after the group before us left and the house was cleaned. Beautiful beach. Incredible views from all over the house. Decks surround the sides and back of the house that faces the ocean. Sunrises were incredible from the deck.Had a full moon while we were there and one afternoon after it rained we had a rainbow that was absolutly beautiful. My husband snorkled everyday for hours right out from the house.(brought our own gear) We ate at "almost" every restaurant and every meal was excellent. for Captain Tom took took us on 2 different excursions by boat. Stores in town had everything we needed. I will definately stay at Coral Sands again...Hopefully in 2010. Only complaint was that we didn't know how to work the thermostat for the a/c so it was a little too cold in the house. Can't wait to go back:)

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Best view on GTC

Guest: Lisa&Lisa (NC)
Date of Stay: 04/11/09 Review Submitted: 04/20/09

Wow, we just returned from a week at GTC staying in Coral Sands. We went on all kinds of excursions, rented a boat, and saw some beautiful sites. But, at the end of each day, we would come back to Coral Sands and agree that the view there was as good as it gets. The house was immaculate, and we would definitely stay there again and recommend it to others. The owner was very helpful and all of suggestions were right on the mark. Thanks for a great week.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.