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Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach

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A balcony with white balustrades, wicker furniture, and a view of turquoise waters.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a bookshelf, and a view of the ocean.
A living room with a television, bookshelves, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean through an open door.
A beachfront property with multiple buildings, including a large house with a swimming pool, situated on a sandy beach with clear turquoise waters.
An aerial view of a beachfront property with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Set on the beachfront, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests and features 3 bathrooms. It offers ocean views and outdoor areas like a patio, porch, and balcony. Enjoy nearby activities such as hiking, kayaking, and water sports. Visit Tropic of Cancer Beach and Little Exuma Beaches for more adventure.

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Moriah Harbour Cay National Park
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Massages in spa
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Forbes Hill, Little Exuma, Exuma
  • Place, Moriah Harbour Cay National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tropic of Cancer Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Bay Beach
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single 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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 594416vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Forbes Hill

Located in Forbes Hill, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Forbes Hill, Little Exuma, Exuma

What's nearby

  • Moriah Harbour Cay National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Palm Bay Beach - 26 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Hoopers Bay - 29 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Emerald Bay Beach - 48 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haulover Bay Restaurant, Bar and Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Santanna's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Noch’s - ‬9 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.

How much is parking at Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach ?

On-site parking is available at the 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 ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach located?

This Forbes Hill holiday home is on the beach, steps from Moriah Harbour Cay National Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tropic of Cancer Beach and Little Exuma Beaches. Salt Pond and Rolletown Tombs are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is our second
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house a few issues while we were there but the property manager was quick to respond and resolve issues as best as she could. Can’t beat the location of Papaya House. The views and secluded beach are just amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Onike was great with communication. House is in a great location. The beachfront access is wonderful!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outdoor space at the house is fantastic. We happened to pick a windy week, but were still able to enjoy the sun. We could also swim every day at the beach out front, while many island beaches were too rough.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Papaya House is exactly as advertised! The private beach/ocean for the house is SURREAL! We had a 3 & 5 yr old with us, so the small private beach was perfect. The house has a small sand area off to the side of the patio where the kids could still play, when we didn’t want to be down at the beach. House had a lot of floats, snorkeling gear, sand toys, DVDs, books, board games! We were never bored & totally relaxed in paradise! The property manager, Onike’, is FANTASTIC! She alone is worth the stay at Papaya House! She gave a plethora of information the day before we flew out, which made arrival stress free. While there, we had a small issue with the water pump in the house. She came as soon as we notified her of the problem (8-9pm), and got it fixed. On top of that, she’s a very kind, patient person and gave great Exuma recommendations. All in all - Papaya House was an awesome stay in paradise! Would definitely return and recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet beauty with all the amenitiesWe spent a week in the sun and water and enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful place! We had the entire beach to ourselves for most of our stay as none of the neighbors went down to the beach. The manager/host Onike’ was absolutely fantastic and made sure we were happy and comfortable throughout our entire stay! She also arranged for a rental car and provided great details for shopping, restaurants and excursions. She always responded right away! She was fantastic!!! The location of the property is absolutely perfect! We really enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to go back again!!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two families, 8 total people, shared this space for a week and it was heavenly! Though we rented a boat for excursions, went to TOC and had a guided excursion, the beauty and seclusion offered at Papaya House are phenomenal. One can stay at the home and experience wonderful privacy and beauty. The house itself was well furnished with soaps, towels, linens….all the start-up items you would expect. We chose not to rent a car and had no trouble getting a driver to Little Exuma. The cabana and hammock are added perks of the home. It was most definitely one of our top, of not the top, vacation we’ve experienced. Thank you!
The colors to experience from the kitchen/living room area.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Papaya Paradise

The Papaya house was fantastic and Love Beach is absolute perfection. This is the best vacation we have ever taken. Group of 7 adults and we were all thrilled
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Beach

The location and beach of this home is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Location!!

We had the most memorable stay in Exuma and at the Papaya House. The location and beach in front of the house is absolutely amazing! Onike' the house manager was wonderful and had great communication throughout our stay. Thank you for sharing your home and we will cherish the memories we made in beautiful Exuma!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Papaya House Exuma

We have stay here many times. Great house in good location. Jackie is a great host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful spot and house

Loved house and the beach it is on! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really wonderful beach house

We absolutely loved the Papaya House! It was our 4th trip to Little Exuma and have tried a number of home, Papaya House did not disappoint! Location is perfect, the beach was tranquil and private, and the house was stocked full of beach gear and everything you need to relax for a while in paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation!

We had a fantastic time during our stay! The house was perfect and had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The beach was absolutely stunning—just steps away. What really made our trip special was the property manager, Onike. She was incredibly kind, helpful, and always quick to respond if we had any questions. We truly felt taken care of from start to finish. Highly recommend this place and would love to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking

Absolutely beautiful property and beach. Locati
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Papaya House. We will be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Ferris

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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.

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