Location: George Town, Great Exuma, The Exumas, Bahamas, Caribbean (5 minutes to airport, 15 min to Sandals at Emerald Bay) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 4 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: House, on the beach
This vacation home which we call "Belle Mer" is located steps away from the most beautiful beach on Great Exuma Island. It sits along 2 miles of white sandy beach with views of the protected barrier islands and sailboats gliding into Elizabeth Harbour in Georgetown. Belle Mer is the perfect home to host a romantic retreat or a special family reunion.
Enjoy the gracious open living space with views of the turquoise crystal clear water from every room. The main house with 2500 square feet of living space has large tile floors in all the rooms. It has three master bedrooms with en-suite marble tile double sink bathrooms and each bedroom has flat screen TV's. The home has comfortable soft seating and colorful local art.
The two ground floor master bedrooms, with cove wood ceilings and recessed lighting with dimmers have king size beds with Tempur-Pedic mattress toppers and French doors that open onto the veranda with breathtaking views of the beach. Each bathroom has a large shower and separate toilet room. The upstairs master bedroom is tastefully decorated with a king size bed and daybed. It has a large marble tile bathroom with a tub/shower. The fourth bedroom is above the detached double garage, steps from the front door. It has its own bathroom with shower, 2 twin size trundle beds for sleeping up to 4, a flat screen TV and VCR. It is the perfect getaway for kids or adults. The house has ceiling fans in every room and central air-conditioning when the island breezes are not cool enough.
The large modern kitchen features all stainless steel appliances with 2 full size refrigerator/freezers, wine cooler, microwave, dishwasher and cook/top oven. It is fully equipped for you to prepare and enjoy a snack or a gourmet dinner. A full size washer and dryer are within easy reach off the kitchen. The great room features 18 foot ceilings and a large double paddle fan. The entertainment console has a large HD flat screen TV, DVD/CD player, Nintendo Wii, Ipod docking station, and yes we have WiFi. For old fashion fun we have plenty of board games, puzzles, playing cards, and books to read. Bring additional Wii games or DVD's to have even more fun in the evening. The large round wood dining table seats 8 or sit on the bar stools around the kitchen island to enjoy your home cooked meals. We can also refer you to a local Bahamian chef who will prepare a great Bahamian meal right in Belle Mer's kitchen.
Belle Mer features an outstanding outdoor living space with 500 square feet of wrap around veranda next to the beach. An outdoor gas grill and large dining table are great for entertaining. It is the perfect place to watch the billions of stars in the evening sky, listen to the lapping waves on the beach and watch the moon's rising reflection on Belle Mer (beautiful sea).
This beautiful vacation homes offers all the amenities needed for a truly memorable experience. If not relaxing or strolling on the white sandy beach Belle Mer is also equipped with snorkel gear, 2 inflatable kayaks, 2 sets of golf clubs, rafts for floating, children's water toys, and if interested we offer for a nominal fee 2 double sea-kayaks. After enjoying the ocean we even have an outside shower next to the veranda. Also consider renting a Boston Whaler in Georgetown to explore Elizabeth harbor, hire a Bonefish guide, take a water taxi to Stocking Island or charter a boat and captain to visit other surrounding Cays.
The new Sandals Resort (formerly Four Seasons), Greg Norman golf course and Marina can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by taxi or car. A number of grocery stores in Georgetown about 10 minutes away stock all the items you will need for your vacation, but also try the wonderful local restaurants. Our welcome sheet has our favorite restaurants, guides and places to visit for a fun filled vacation. Enjoy!!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed : 3 suites with king beds.
- Twin/Single Bed : Garage suite has 2 twin trundle beds
- Child Bed : Day bed in upper level suite.
- Crib : Pack-n-Play.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : TVs in each bedroom plus living room.
- DVD
- Video Library : Miscellaneous DVDs available, including kids' movies.
- Video Game Console : Wii game with basic games.
- Video Games : Basic games available.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : 2 large refrigerators with freezers. Beverage/wine cooler
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available : See tenant information sheet.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Great veranda with dining table.
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Two miles of white sandy beach from house
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 2 sets golf clubs, snorkel gear for family, rafts, inflatable kayaks. 2 Hard shell kayaks are also available for an additional fee. Please inquire.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$400 - $600/night
$2,800 - $4,200/week
We accept credit cards but will charge the user a 2.5% processing fee that VRBO
charges us. We do not accept credit cards for the security deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Belle Mer Cottage - Newest and Nicest on Tar Bay
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose George Town
The first time we came to Exuma was in 1995 to invest in a resort with a golf course, marina, hotel, and homesites. The developer went belly-up, however, another developer came in and built the Four Seasons Resort and Greg Norman golf course on this property. We fell in love with the Island and its people. So in 2000 we were able to purchase our lot on Tar Bay, which is the longest sandy beach in Exuma some 2 miles of white sand and aqua crystal clear water. The beach is protected from the Exuma Sound and the Atlantic Ocean by barrier reefs and barrier Cays.
We hired a Nassau architectural firm and drew up three different plans over a 4 year period. Finally, we came up with the perfect plan and built our beautiful beach house taking two years of construction. Building on the island was very arduous and time consuming since everything must be shipped via a container boat from Miami. We also had to deal with customs agents and island natives as builders. All in all it was worth it since we love "Belle Mer Cottage." Many of our international neighbors on Exuma consider our home the most beautiful on Tar Bay.
The Unique Benefits at this House
The beach house has two identical master suites for the two owners. We also have a third master suite upstairs and a overflow bedroom above the garage. Each suite has a flat screen TV and King bed with wonderful bedding. The great room has a large flat screen TV with DVD player, WII games, and IPOD docking station. The home is wireless with high speed internet. The kitchen is all stainless steel appliances with dishwasher, double refrigerators, beverage center, oven range, micro and all small appliances. We love to cook and grill at the house since we have what we consider the best view on the island.
Our veranda has large comfortable soft seating with the beautiful white sand and lapping aqua water within 40 feet from the steps. The outside shower is a real treat after spending time in the ocean.
Belle Mer Cottage is only 3 miles from Georgetown International Airport, 4 miles from GeorgeTown with great local restaurants and island bars, and 5 miles from the Sandals Resort with a golf course and casino.
Belle Mer is paradise on the friendliest Island in the Bahamas. Come join us and leave your worries at home...Welcome to Great Exuma...your hosts, the Applebys and Monsons.
Owner's Map of George Town
The Appleby's and Monson's have been best of friends for over 35 years in Vail, Colorado. Our children, who are young adults grew up together and now have a great home on the most beautiful beach in the world - a place to enjoy family get togethers completely different from the Rocky Mountains.
Property Photos
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- Sunrise from the Veranda. - George Town, Bahamas Beachfront Home with Wireless Internet close to Restaurants and Shopping
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- Welcome to Belle Mer Cottage! - George Town, Bahamas Beachfront Home with Wireless Internet close to Restaurants and Shopping
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- The Veranda. - George Town, Bahamas Beachfront Home with Wireless Internet close to Restaurants and Shopping
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- The Great Room.
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- View from the beach.
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- Our beautiful beach on Tar Bay.
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- The Kitchen.
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- Dining on the veranda.
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- Green Master Suite.
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- Blue Master Suite.
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- Yellow Suite.
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- Trundle Bed Suite.
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- Great beach for kids!
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- Exploring the little tide pools nearby.
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- Two of these kayaks are available at the house to rent.
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- Your chairs are waiting!
Traveler Reviews (19)
A Little Piece of Paradise
Guest: Kim
(Lee's Summit, MO)
Date of Stay: 12/25/11
Review Submitted: 01/08/12
We arrived on Christmas Day and were thrilled to find such a beautiful, clean home so close to the ocean waiting for us. The house was better than described and designed in such a way as to allow our eight family members plenty of room to congregate and also have some time away from each other. Although the grocery stores were closed for the holiday, we were notified ahead of time so were able to arrange to have some supplies already stocked in the home. The beach/water toys available with the house provided hours of enjoyment for all family members (ages 14 - 68!). We rented cars at the airport....and were glad we did as we were able to explore the island on our own time. We spent a day at Stocking Island eating the amazing fresh conch salad and playing in the unbelievably clear blue water. We also highly recommend Robert's Island Adventures for an all day excursion around the Exuma Cays.....complete with snorkeling at Thunderball Grotto, swimming with nurse sharks, and feeding the swimming pigs. About halfway through our week-long stay, we were already talking about "when we come back"! Thanks to our lovely hosts who were so helpful in providing the information we needed to have the vacation of our dreams!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Family Vacation
Guest: Kathy
(Upstate New York)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11
Review Submitted: 10/11/11
This year we decided to rent a house for our family vacation. When we arrived at the Belle Mer Cottage all I can say is "wow"!! Everything was impeccably clean and well maintained. The house was well equipped with every amenity you could ask for. The beach is to die for-soft, white sand and the most beautiful blue water you could ask for. We rented a car and toured the island, everyone was extremely helpful and friendly. We had a relaxing week and are looking forward to a return trip.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Jan 2011 guest
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Date of Stay: 01/01/11
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
Happy New Year!! What a fabulous way to begin! Great friends,wonderful house- most amazing views. Totally turned off from "reality". Thanks for sharing this beautiful home with us! We loved the kitchen, porch and of course the Wii. Wonderful week in Paradise.
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Guest: Dec 2010 guest
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Date of Stay: 12/25/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
Merry Christmas! What a beautiful home and beach we've had the pleasure of spending the past week at. We had such wonderful views from the deck we rarely felt the need to venture out.Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us this holiday season-- a home that is so well stocked, including many items for kids, what a great holiday week we've had.
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Guest: Nov. 2010 guest
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Date of Stay: 11/20/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
We've spent the last 7 nights in comlete paradise We have loved Belle Mer cottage and the island of Great Exuma. The beach here on Tar Bay has been heaven on earth and we've almost had it completely to ourselves. The white sand and beautiful blue water are gorgeous and we've spent many hours walking the beach and soaking in our surroundings.Sad to be leaving but we know we shall return!
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Guest: Oct. 2010 guest
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Date of Stay: 10/31/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
Thank you so much for sharing your "Beautiful Sea" home with us. This is our second visit to Exuma and this is our favorite vacation spot. The Chat-n-Chill is always fun. Fed the stingrays, chilled with bahama mamas cocktail and played volleyball on the beach. We went scuba diving with Dive Exuma at Elizabeth Cay Reef and saw spiny lobster and a sea turtle as well as many colorful fish. See you again
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Guest: Sept 2010 guest
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Date of Stay: 09/19/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
Wonderful vacation, Excellent weather and beautiful home. Tried Charlies fish as recommended and not disappointed. Fed the stingrays at Chat-n-Chill. Rented a boat and toured the islands. Can't wait to return. Thanks for sharing your piece of paradise with us.
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Guest: unknown
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Date of Stay: 08/06/10
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
Belle Mer, We have had a perfect family vacation with the family. The weather has been beautiful every single day, the breeze oh so perfect.My older son 11yrs learned to spear fish and the younger ones loved the snorkeling. The Wii dance nights, kayaking made us have some of the best laughs .Breakfast and dinner outside will be remembered forever.
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Guest: June, 2010 guest
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Date of Stay: 06/01/10
Review Submitted: 06/14/10
Just wanted to drop you a note to tell you how much we enjoyed staying at Belle Mer. You have a beautiful home. The views are magnificent and the amenities amazing. We love to cook and your kitchen was so well equipped. Our family will definitely come back to Belle Mer. Thank you again for sharing your little piece of paradise with us.
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