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Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma

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A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a stone wall.
A wooden deck with potted plants and a garden area with various greenery and a hose.
A garden with a variety of plants, a swing, and a stone pathway.
A two-story house with a blue exterior and a wooden deck.
A house with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Little Exuma, 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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Hartswell, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rolletown Tombs and Hermitage Tomb are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tropic of Cancer Beach and Moriah Harbour Cay National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Little Exuma, Exumas

What's nearby

  • Moriah Harbour Cay National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Palm Bay Beach - 22 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Hoopers Bay - 25 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Emerald Bay Beach - 43 min drive - 45.7 km

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
  • ‪Big Noch’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪One 80 - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma on Oct 28, 2026 start from $182, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is steps from Moriah Harbour Cay National Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rolletown Tombs and Tropic of Cancer Beach. Salt Pond and Little Exuma Beaches are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Turtle Creek Inn

Amazing small inn tucked away on Little Exuma. The grounds are beautiful with a wonderful garden and deck over looking the mangroves with Moriah Cay in the distance. Perfect location for exploring by kayak. I can't express enough how much I appreciate Ronda and Steve's hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love exuma

Nothing fancy but everything you need clean beautiful grounds great location for kayaking steve and rohonda are great hosts didn't do the food plan the other guests said they loved it hope to be back Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little exuma

Nice property just what we needed. Neighbor was amazing and cooked us hamburgers probably one of our best meals there. They had a good setup
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway

Ronda and Stephen were great hosts. The accommodations were clean and just as expected from the reviews. So close to some great snorkeling beaches. Firm bed, air conditioning worked great. Hot water for showers. Filtered water for drinking. Ate at jeans, good burgers.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great people

Fantastic property. Very quiet, secluded. Direct access to the ocean without being right on it. 20 minute kayak paddle at a relaxed pace and you're there. Rhonda and Steve are very accommodating and down to earth.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Like We Were Family Friends

Rhonda and Steve made us feel so welcome and comfortable. She shared her garden, the creek, amazing food and recommendations. The highlight of our trip was kayaking with her, and Steve could not have been more gracious and generous. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I absolutely loved my stay at Ronda & Steve's place. I truly had everything I needed in this nice private room. Impeccable bathroom with a nice bed and clean kitchenette. Ronda and Steve have been amazing hosts, so kind, very responsive and always happy to chat about little Exuma or life in general. Steve’s cooking was delicious.There are no words to describe how peaceful and relaxing this place is. I have cherished the special moments spent in Ronda’s beautiful garden, kayaking in the Moriah harbour cay, the spiritual connection with the beautiful surroundings and the mangrove. Exuma is not a place to hike, but definitely a great spot to enjoy kayak, while discovering the wildlife of the Moriah National Park and the beauty of the beaches. With Ronda kayak’s expertise and patience, I was able to enjoy my daily kayak trips and I had a blast spending a week there. I would definitely rent again if coming back to Exuma and would highly recommend this place for a peaceful break while looking to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 11, 2026
Thank you, Norbert, for your thoughtful review! We are happy you found Little Exuma to be as enchanting as we do. We will enjoy a return visit :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful quiet gem of a place. Rare find

Steve and Ronda were extremely nice and helpful hosts on site. I stayed for a week in 2 different studios and enjoyed both. Gems: The property with fruit trees and flowers. The boat shed top deck/lounge with amazing 180 degree view of sea, mangroves, creeks. Expedition quality kayaks (perfect for exploring bays, estuaries, beaches) and gear in excellent condition. Well informed kayak quide! Nice relaxed breakfasts. Location: quiet, great stars, away from bustling Georgetown. Near gorgeous beaches. The scoop on local ways and places. The cheerful studios: just big enough for 2 people, well stocked kitchenette. Good beds. And just a number of little extra touches that brighten the visit and place. Their water is tasty and filtered. And you don't need a Jeep to get to their location or around Exuma. My Honda Fit didi fine, driven carefully.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 6, 2024
Thank you Tim for choosing our little Inn and leaving your thoughtful review. We truly enjoyed meeting you. We hope to see you again in the future!
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