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Papaya House Patio on very private beach

Love Beach...only 5 houses on the beach!

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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:30 AM

Explore the area

Forbes Hill, Little Exuma, Exuma

Salt Pond7 min drive
Little Exuma Beaches8 min drive
Tropic of Cancer Beach9 min drive
George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)40 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

The Papaya House was amazing. Love Beach is as beautiful as it sounds. Despite the beauty of the house, my favorite part...

Chantel F.

Aug 8, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

Main Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Main floor bedroom en suite

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach

Spacious, modern home directly on one of the best beaches on the island -- only 4 other properties on the beach! Ideal get away from it all destination, yet with services nearby. Three large bedrooms with king beds and en suite bathrooms, all with views of the sea and sand. Fully equipped beach house in a tropical, peaceful, spectacular setting. Short drive to restaurants, sites and shopping. Connected by bridge to Great Exuma where the airport is located. There is a fourth small bedroom, with two twin beds.

Property manager

Jackie Ferris

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

The backyard, walking directly out to the ocean.

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Forbes Hill

Located in Forbes Hill, this vacation home is on the beach. Rolletown Tombs and Hermitage Tomb are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lucayan Archipelago and Tropic of Cancer Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Forbes Hill, Little Exuma, Exuma

What's nearby

Salt Pond - 7 min drive
Little Exuma Beaches - 8 min drive
Rolletown Tombs - 8 min drive
Tropic of Cancer Beach - 9 min drive
Palm Bay Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

Exuma Intl. Airport (GGT) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

‪Haulover Bay Restaurant, Bar and Grill - ‬10 min drive
‪Santana's Grill Pit - ‬8 min drive
‪Santanna's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
‪One 80 - ‬4 min drive
‪Chef Anns Turtle Pond Resturant And Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach ?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach located?

This Forbes Hill vacation home is on the beach, steps from Lucayan Archipelago, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tropic of Cancer Beach and Little Exuma Beaches. Salt Pond and Fowl Cay are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chantel F.

Aug 8, 2023

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

Amazing Family Trip

The Papaya House was amazing. Love Beach is as beautiful as it sounds. Despite the beauty of the house, my favorite part was being able to snorkel from the beach in front of the house.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

martha s., Southlake

Jul 30, 2023

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Great house and location

Pretty much as pictured and you’re right on the beach - really no reason to leave. They also have kayaks, paddle posts and some floats in garage. But it is also fun to explore! We speant a half day w Exuma water sports to see the swimming pigs and the snorkeling was phenomenal. We also rented a boat at Minns and explored on our own- this is a MUST! And have lunch at chat n chill. The kitchen in the home is pretty small and we found it easier to use the local Chef Ann who is amazing but about $100pp that includes the food. There are not any dinner options to eat out that we found but lunch spots were all good- tropic breeze and Santanas are both close by and great for lunch. The house was great but could use a little TLC - bathroom towel bars were loose and seemed to be an issue w one of the gas burners (gas leak?) that the property manager is looking into. Sofa was not very comfortable (futon type) but overall I still give it 5 stars because the beach, outdoor space, location, and access to chef exceeded our expectations- don’t get me wrong the home and room decor are beautiful- just some minor things they could update as mentioned. Do rent a car when you come!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

Jul 10, 2023

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Amazing home on beautiful Love Beach!

We had a great stay at the Papaya House! Had everything we needed and really appreciated having the generator! Onike was great while we were there and always responded quickly to any questions we had. Loved the location and the house with all the extras such as the kayaks, paddle board and floating mat! Can not wait to return to Exuma!

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

Jun 25, 2023

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Perfect Beach

The location and beach of this home is perfect.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austyn S.

Jun 12, 2023

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Most Beautiful Beach!!

We had some stormy weather and we were very thankful for the generator! The beach is the most beautiful on the island!! House is great too!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rami W.

Apr 17, 2023

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Amazing House and Cove

The house was beyond our expectations. Videos and pictures of the cove doesn't do justice. You have to see it in person. Host was great, always responded right away. Didn't have any issues and everything was great. Can't wait stay at this house again.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Apr 14, 2023

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Best beach destination ever!

This is our second visit to Papaya House. Absolutely thrilled with the location, definitely not a place for partying and night life which we were not interested in…such a relaxing, pristine vacation to a safe and friendly small island. We have traveled over the years and visited some of the best beaches in the Caribbean and none are better than Love Beach. We will look forward to a return visit ASAP!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Apr 2, 2023

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Ben Porter

We had the most wonderful week, the house is absolutely gorgeous amenities fantastic views spectacular every room has a breathtaking view when waking could not have been happier. Onike the property manager was very helpful and had great recommendations for us thank you again to home owners and everyone involved would highly recommend. Ben and Alicia Porter

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Mar 26, 2023

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Beautiful Property and Wonderful Property Management

The home is absolutely breathtaking - the photos do not do it justice. Those in my party were pleasantly surprised by how immaculate and cozy the property was. Onike (property manager) was superb, answered questions promptly before and during our stay. She provisioned the house with some grocery items, arranged for us to have an in-home chef experience with Rondell, which was some of the best food we’d ever had! Onike also provided pertinent info about getting around, places to go and things to see. Additionally, Onike recommended Luther, who was our driver for the week and he too was amazing as we left the driving to him! Our group will definitely be back again to stay at the Papaya House. The only thing we would change or prepare for better next time is to use baby oil or a repellent for sand flies. There was some available in the home but because we are from the U.S., we didn’t realize we should’ve been using the repellent so instead used something similar to “Off” vs the sand fly spray — mainly because we just weren’t familiar with tropical locations. All of this to say, our stay was pretty darn perfect and we will return again and we highly recommend this property. Huge thank you to Onike!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Mar 16, 2023

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Sheer Beauty

This place was awesome! Can’t imagine waking up to a more beautiful view. The house was super clean and stocked with everything you could possibly need for a fabulous week from games, to kayaks, to beach toys, etc. The owners and Onike were super helpful and friendly and answered all of our questions. I would definitely go back and stay at there again!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Feb 27, 2023

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Birthday celebration

We had a wonderful trip! The first part of the trip was with our daughters and their husband &/or boyfriends. There was adequate and private bedrooms for all! The second half of the trip was with our friends! The house was fully stocked with appliances, including a bread making machine, blender and margarita machine, utensils for cooking and oils and spices for cooking. There are two grills outside and a large dining area for our huge group! There is also a garden full of herbs, vegetables and fruits to use for meals. The House Manager, Onike', was absolutely a gem! I would take advantage of having her provision the house with food prior to your arrival, as we met other travelers on the island that did not utilize this option. Also, she and her husband create some delicious meals, so take them up on that option too! Prior to occupying their home, the hosts answered all of our questions whenever we inquired! They sent us some great info regarding excursions and etc. The house is stocked with lots of movies, Netflix, disney plus and a huge variety of games. In addition, a telescope and binoculars. We stayed quite active using the tandem kayaks and all of the rafts/floats they have in their garage. The private beach that this house sits on is truly amazing! The ocean hues of blue and turquoise were beyond spectacular! The stars at night were sensational! Make sure to read the book that the hosts leave as they outline all of the activities.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie I.

Jan 23, 2023

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Paradise

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Papaya House. We will be back.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrin H.

Nov 6, 2022

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Beautiful views.

Stayed a week. House is nice with beautiful views.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Sylvain C.

Sep 2, 2022

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The view from the House and the beachfront location are amazing

We really enjoyed our stay at Papaya House. The location, in beachfront and the view from the house are amazing. However, we had the feeling that the owners don't often spend time in the house and we had some issues with the equipment. We were not able to make the dish washer work properly, there was no cover on the trash can and the seal of the fridge was worn out. That said, the owner was very nice, very communicative, and compensated us for the inconvenience, which was very appreciated. The Property Manager was also very communicative and helpful. The location in Little Exuma is a bit far from George Town, but some may appreciate the quietness of the location. Overall, I recommend but I suggest the owner fix kitchen equipment first.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

irene b., United States

Aug 12, 2022

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Does not ever get old!

Always a beautiful experience love love staying at the Papaya House.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Aug 8, 2022

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Very nice home in beautiful Exuma.

Exuma was beautiful and we enjoyed the R&R, the homes beach and exploring the island. The water in Exuma is like no other. The owners were fast to reply and provided the information we requested. Simply beautiful. We will be back.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Aug 7, 2022

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Repeat Guests!

We love love our time on Exuma and the Papaya House is our home away from home. The beach and location can’t be beat!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Cheryl E.

Jul 30, 2022

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Best Beach

This beach is why we booked this house! And it did not disappoint. We’ve been to Exuma before and this is by far, one of our favorite beaches. We enjoyed snorkeling and even swam with a turtle in front of the house. The house needs some TLC. The kitchen is bright! Different from the posted pics. However, it still needs some updating. The bathroom showers are great, but some light fixtures were missing and dents/scuffs in the walls. We did have a septic issue while staying there. The manager was very responsive and worked with us to fix the problem, but we didn’t have water for almost 24 hours. The owners also responded to messages immediately and were apologetic. This house could be amazing with some updates and love.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Jun 30, 2022

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Amazing Little Exuma Beach Oasis

Thank you for allowing our family to make memories at your amazing Little Exuma beach home. This is our second time back to Exuma and your Papaya Beach House and Papaya House Cabana truly provides the most beautiful views of the crystal clear sky blue Exuma water. Your kayaks provided actual let us experience the islands a bit offshore, amazing! Lastly, we want to give Onike your property manager a big thank you for attentiveness and prompt response to any issues that may have come up. Please continue to give your Exuma Beach home the TLC maintenance. A house generator would be greatly appreciated :) We will be back Papaya House !

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad J.

Jun 14, 2022

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Best beach views

Beautiful home in beautiful location.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marielle V., USA

May 8, 2022

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We were part of a wedding group that rented four of the five homes on this beach.

It was a great experience

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

rod b.

Apr 27, 2022

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Beautiful Beach

The house was very nice with plenty of space and beautiful views. We enjoyed sitting on the patio, the beautiful view and enjoyed the beach area.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

Apr 2, 2022

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Didn’t want to leave

We had the best week ever! The owner and management was very communicative from the moment we booked Papaya House. We wanted low key and quiet and we got it! The beach is perfect, the house everything we needed/wanted and accessorized so well with beach toys and household goods. It was perfection. There is nothing like the view from this house! So easy to unwind in paradise! It is hard to say goodbye.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne S.

Mar 24, 2022

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Week in Paradise

The Papaya House was great. Beach and property were amazing and the location was good. Little Exuma is very quiet and a perfect getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen G.

Mar 4, 2022

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2022 Escape from New Jersey

Seven best friends returned to Papaya House and it did not disappoint. We are planning next year already. ❤️

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Ferris

Peter and Jackie live in Toronto with their adult children and dog, Blue. They have been fortunate to have travelled all over the world, but have never found a beach quite like this.

Why they chose this property

The most spectacular setting and beach we'd ever seen, and the house was modern, well decorated and well equipped.

What makes this property unique

Great combination of beach and sun with places to sit in the shade and just watch the water. Upstairs balcony off the bedrooms with rocking chairs is just about the best place to read in the world.

There are two double kayaks, a screened in Cabana and full sized laundry machines, as well as lots of water toys.