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Shades of Blue a luxury home on private beachfront sleeps 20ppl, chef, boat tour

Family-friendly holiday home with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Exterior
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Our private beach and lower sundeck. Kayaks provided.
Private beach for homes located in The Cut only
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Rolletown Tombs
  • Place, Tropic of Cancer Beach
  • Place, Little Exuma Beaches
  • Airport, George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Shades of Blue a luxury home on private beachfront sleeps 20ppl, chef, boat tour

Escape to paradise at Shades of Blue, a luxurious beachfront retreat nestled along a private stretch of pristine shoreline. With breathtaking ocean views from every room , including the spacious great room and modern kitchen with retractable glass walls, this exclusive estate offers unparalleled relaxation and entertainment. The main floor master suite boasts electric blinds, an indoor and an outdoor shower, while additional bedrooms and a games loft provide ample space for guests. Outside an infinity pool, outdoor spa, stone patio, and newly built bbq island offer the perfect setting for ultimate relaxation. Don't miss your chance to experience the epitome of luxury living in this stunning coastal sanctuary.

*To enhance your experience we offer several options for private chefs, tours, rentals, personal shopping, anything you might need while on island even concierge service all at an additional charge. Upon booking an extensive list of services offered will be provided

**For security and safety purposes the house has a front and back yard camera that does include pool/spa area*

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please contact owner prior to booking events
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Front and back security cameras in use
No standing on counters or furniture
No other undisclosed occupants allowed on property at time of rental only those specified are and any additional will be renters sole responsibility

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: please contact owner prior to booking events
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Forbes Hill

Located in Forbes Hill, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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.
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Forbes Hill, Exuma

What's nearby

  • Rolletown Tombs - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Little Exuma Beaches - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Salt Pond - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Hermitage Tomb - 13 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santanna's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Santana's Grill Pit - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fanny's bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Haulover Bay Restaurant, Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Big Noch’s - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Shades of Blue a luxury home on private beachfront sleeps 20ppl, chef, boat tour have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Shades of Blue a luxury home on private beachfront sleeps 20ppl, chef, boat tour pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shades of Blue a luxury home on private beachfront sleeps 20ppl, chef, boat tour?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shades of Blue a luxury home on private beachfront sleeps 20ppl, chef, boat tour?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shades of Blue a luxury home on private beachfront sleeps 20ppl, chef, boat tour?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shades of Blue a luxury home on private beachfront sleeps 20ppl, chef, boat tour located?

This family-friendly Forbes Hill holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lucayan Archipelago and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tropic of Cancer Beach and Little Exuma Beaches. Fowl Cay and Salt Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TIFFANY A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing and the property manager was easily accessible.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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

Amazing

House and views are unbelievable.. you won’t get tired of your backyard..Owner is great and well respected with vendors Just unbelievable and closest thing you will find to paradise
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joandy M.

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

Amazing location

Loved the house and the location. We all fit just fine. Made great memories. Would definitely go back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trip W.

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

Trip

Beautiful house and amazing views!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

Fantastic family vacation

Amazing house, amazing location with incredible view. We enjoyed a week here with a family vacation of 12. More than enough room for everyone. Great view, pool and overall layout. The owner and on-island property manager were helpful before and during our stay. Would love to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Russ & Suzie H.

Outstanding!

Gorgeous property, stunning views from all the bedrooms, miles of pristine beaches. Lots to do: spear fishing, kayaking, snorkeling, beach volleyball, exploring amazing cays and beaches, meeting the locals at the Regatta. Sandy Cay is a must see. Fantastic vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded location with

The absolute perfect location. The water and beaches were the most amazing I have seen. It’s secluded location provided a great spot to spend time with friends. The locals were very friendly and great food/drinks were easy to find on the island. Many opportunities for fishing, kayaking, snorkeling, etc. Would highly recommend spending time at this VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keena H.

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

Great home and Stephanie rocks!

I rented this home for 17 of my friends to celebrate my 40th birthday! From the time of booking to after I got home, Stephanie was absolutely incredible to work with! She had the best recommendations, was super attentive and not to mention the home was gorgeous! It was a great set up for a large group of adults. I still dream about the views and I cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

ryan g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Relaxation

We enjoyed the stay. The view was fantastic The only negative was that the property manager was nonexistent. We never heard back from them pertaining to a couple of issues but overall a great vacation for relaxation
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Cortney B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

Shades of Blue was absolutely stunning views of the water. A great piece of real estate. The floorplan was well thought out and accommodating for the extended family. It was perfectly located to George Town. We recommend renting a car if staying here. Stephanie was amazing to work with during the booking process and extremely accessible. Beaurren was great and very communicative if we need any assistance while at the house. We have never rented a place with as much kitchenware as this place and we were pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Amazing - A must Stay

Beautiful house with beautiful views. Very large with so much room for 17 people. Great kitchen, amazing pool and hot tub over looking the beach/ocean. The private pool house is super cool, the views of the ocean as you walk through every room are stunning. Stephanie (host) was great, they took care of everything we needed faster then expected. House has everything you need. Couldn’t have asked for more. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Extended Family Vacation

Overall the property is very well kept. We came as a large extended family of 10 with ages 9 through 83. Plenty of bedrooms and beds for everyone to enjoy down time. Kitchen is large and we cooked in every night. Plenty of seating for all. Family room is very comfortable. We also rented the pool house. I highly recommend staying there. We had a couple of items and property manager came right out to take care of it all. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

Exuma Oasis

This property was truly amazing... modern and clean. An excellent layout for the larger group that we were. The most amazing ocean colours /view I have ever seen. Beautiful ocean sunrises from the beach side and great sunsets from the island side balcony. The house was in a nice quiet part of the island but close enough to town for amenities and night-life. The owner (Greg) was also very helpful in getting us setup and organized. I'd recommend this place to anyone.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

A Lifetime Experience!

Our group of 11 had an amazing experience in Little Exuma. The home itself was great with Spectacular views! We enjoyed laying out by the infinite pool watching the ocean as well taking adventures exploring the beaches or kayaking to the island. Judy was an amazing host and def helped turn this into this into an unforgettable trip. She helped guide us on where to eat locally and set up a boat tour for our guest. We had a beautiful sunrise wedding out on the beach, it was very early but the views were gorgeous. We appreciate everything Judy did for us and for Greg allowing us to enjoy his Amazing home on beach. It was an experience on a Lifetime.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Kansas City

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

Great Expectations

We went into this vacation with high expectations and this property did not disappoint. After a day of hectic travel all of the stress melted away after we walked through the doors of the Shades of Blue house. Greg, Judy and Beauren made sure that our anniversary trip went off without a hitch and that all of our 12 guests enjoyed themselves. Judy had the house stocked with groceries and even had her girls come over a couple nights and cook dinners for us! If you want to come relax and enjoy the beautiful waters of the Bahamas this is the place for you. The house is placed perfectly between the lazy river and Tropic of Cancer Beach. You can’t beat it! We will definitely be back! Thanks again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Best girl trip ever!

From the moment I arrived, I felt the stress completely leave my body! We were greeted with a cold beer and there was someone to help with our bags which were loaded into the air conditioned SUV. We were driven to the private luxury beach house in only twenty minutes! The experience started with first setting eyes on the property and walking into a perfectly kept gorgeous home! My first impression stepping foot inside took my breath away with the views and decorations that lend itself to indoor-outdoor living! The home had a well thought out design with attention to detail The atmosphere at night was beautiful with the indoor-outdoor lighting and colour changing pool lights! The beach was spectacular and the ocean was a beautiful, crystal clear turquoise colour! I could not ask for anything more. Thank you for a wonderful trip!

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Annual Group Trip to the Caribbean!

We just returned from Little Exuma with 10 of our best friends. Mr. Heibert could not have been more accommodating. The day before we left he called me and informed us the dishwasher was broken in the house we were renting and would be fixed in a couple of days. This wasn't an issue at all to our group but Greg, went above and beyond and offered us the house he owned next door with a working dishwasher. The house couldn't have been better from the modern decor, to the infinity pool, to each bedroom having its own bathroom. Early in the week we met a local resident named Theo, who couldn't have been more accommodating. He helped us with transportation to and from town, which is about 20 minutes, along with boating and outdoor activities including spear fishing, diving, and enjoying cocktails at Chat and Chill. We highly recommend finding someone like Theo to help with any and all local activities. It truly helped make the vacation a memorable one. We enjoyed Little Exuma so much that a few of us will be going back in late January to further explore the island!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Colleen C.

Beautiful home that is perfectly located- but home was unclean

I wasn't planning to write a review as I thought issues could be communicated/resolved with the owner privately but that did not occur. PROS- The house is beautiful, has a great floor plan, has unbelievably gorgeous views, is perfect for a large group, and is located on one of the most amazing beaches in Little Exuma. Judy and Chef Anne were wonderful to work with and were always available to help. They both went above and beyond to provide food and services for our group. CONS- The place is gorgeous but is very weathered. The house was not clean. There were greasy fingers all over the windows from the baby who occupied the house prior to us. The oven was filthy (was not usable). The walls in the kitchen had coffee? stains on them, and the cabinets had dried food caked on them. The bathrooms had stains on the walls, and hairs in the sinks from the prior guests. The place had not been dusted in a really long time! These are all things that could be easily remedied for future guests if the place underwent a very deep "spring cleaning". I conveyed our concerns to the owner by email, he initially was very responsive- he offered a monetary remedy but never followed through. Just want to point out that I did not ask for a monetary remedy, it was offered to me......then crickets.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Amazing people, views, food, experience!

A group of 4 couples ventured to Shades of Blue for my wife's 40th birthday. House - amazing property in a great location. The money was definitely put into the right spots - the infinity pool and hot tub, the expansive windows, and the sliding glass doors. The house may be showing some age in a couple areas, light bulbs and air vents seem to be loose in their ceiling sockets (and we had one air vent in the master fall from the ceiling on our 2nd to last night), but the house overall was in great shape. We finally figured out the mini split in the main living area the last night, wish we would have had instructions on that, but no worries as we kept the doors open most of the time we were there due to the constant 15mph winds during our stay. It kept it cool and no bugs to complain about. Outdoor shower off the master was great! It wouldn't drain well but was fixed immediately the next day, as was the hot tub that seemingly wasn't getting to 100 degrees (was windy, had an affect on temp). Location - good spot. We drove more than we thought we were going to never having been to Exuma, to Georgetown market and back for provisions, and to the various spots up and down the island and across the harbor, but never in the van too long. Driveway is rough but didn't seem to bother our rental van and its 13" tires. lol Amenities: Only thing that couldn't keep up with us during our stay was the ice maker, so had to buy extra ice to keep in the other freezer by the laundry. Only thing I didn't give 5 stars was the cleanliness, which is probably hard for a beach house with all the sand, but the cleaning crew could do a bit better job on prepping the place w/r/t hair and some of the bathrooms. Overall, very responsive owners and maintenance staff. We did not get the chef and used other recs as far as rental cars (Berlies) but had a great 6 nights at this location. It is close to the best beaches on the southern side of the island (recommend CoCoPlum w/swings and Hoopers w/turtles north of the airport). Santanas, Mamas Bakery, Rusty Anchor, Sonia's by water taxi, Elvis Water Taxi, Exuma Market, Prime Meats, 700 liquors by shell station, Lighthouse ice cream, Splash bar and grill all favorites. Enjoy your stay, the shades of blue never disappoints. **MUST kayak to the Pigeon Cay across the water. We did through 15mph winds since it wasn't any less during our stay. Great reef to the north of island, and lizards come and greet you.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea D.

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

Best view!

This house has it all! Appropriately named, Shades of Blue, the view is just incredible. The house was perfect for our group ask had everything we needed. The host and owner were super attentive with anything we needed and recommendations for charters, chef’s and eating out were spot on! Book the trip! This house doesn’t disappoint!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A Dream Anniversary Getaway at Shades of Blue in Exuma!

We recently celebrated our 10-year wedding anniversary with a 5 day stay at a beautiful rental home in Exuma, and we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the breathtaking views, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and the peaceful privacy of the home.The house itself was spotless, beautifully decorated, and fully equipped with everything we needed—from pool and beach amenities to cozy outdoor seating for sunset beverages. We woke up every morning to the sound of the ocean and spent our days exploring nearby beaches, visiting local bars/restaurants, and enjoying celebrating under the stars.The hospitality of the host was exceptional. They provided all the recommendations needed to create a great time with lasting memories and were incredibly responsive and thoughtful.Exuma is paradise, and this home made it feel like our own little slice of heaven. If you’re looking for a romantic, relaxing, and unforgettable getaway, look no further. We’re already dreaming about coming back—maybe for our 15th!Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha Ann L.

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

Mother daughter trip

This was the trip of a lifetime! We had the absolute best time and the house was absolutely perfect! Stephani was so great to work with and the house was a like a dream. We are already trying to figure out when we can go back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ram H.

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

Amazing!

This home is absolutely amazing! Stephanie did an amazing job curating the stay and provides a brochure of activites, restaurants, etc. Great for big families. Can’t wait to revisit!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

The best weekend ever!

Shades of Blue was AMAZING!!! To wake up with the pool and ocean view every morning was a dream come true. Stephanie was so responsive and helpful and we couldn’t have asked for a better weekend. The house was clean and she had a handy man come the same day any issues came up. It was the perfect bachelorette party weekend and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Every single living space, aside from the bathrooms of course, has a stunning view of the ocean! There is plenty of comfortable seating both inside and out. The grill area is fantastic. We enjoyed the clean and well maintained pool and hot tub. The property managers were very nice, responsive and helpful both while we were planning the trip as well as during our stay. This is a nice home for a large group. Thank you very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

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