NEW LISTING! "One Love": Extraordinary Beachfront Villa and Cottage.

One Love is an art and light filled Abaco style compound with fabulous views from virtually every room. The main house features an open plan with mahogany kitchen cabinets and counter tops and S/S appliances. The dining room table comfortably seats eight. The living room is designed with a sense of "barefoot elegance." It opens onto a huge screened porch with ample seating for sea gazing, outdoor dining, or simply lounging on one of the comfortable recliners.

A large master suite, which also faces the sea, is located on the first floor with an en suite bathroom, double sinks and a "grotto" walk in shower made from locally sourced cut stone. Upstairs there are two very large bedrooms with a shared bathroom facing the sea and a cozy study decorated with colorful Caribbean art and African artifacts.
All main rooms and bedrooms have their own split-unit air conditioners and ceiling fans. During the cooler months the entire property benefits from the ever-present Long Island breeze, making A/C use unnecessary.

The main house is sited directly on the beach in a calm, shallow, bay perfect for swimming year round. Because of its proximity to the water, when inside the house it feels like you are on a boat. Since the house faces East/West, the front porch is the perfect spot to catch the prevailing SE breeze throughout the day. The back porch is the place to watch the ever-changing hues of the sea and, of course, the amazing sunsets. At night, stargazing is surreal due to the absence of light pollution in this part of the Bahamian archipelago.

Outside there is a large gazebo and full outdoor bathroom, both facing the sea. Coconut palms have been planted to provide shade in the gazebo from the afternoon western sun, making it a great spot to enjoy a cocktail while grilling on the huge fireplace/ BBQ.

Detached from, but adjacent to, the main house is a beautifully decorated "jewel box" cottage which has its own, large, mahogany kitchen and dining counter. This is the perfect place for a couple to retreat to escape the "crowd" of the main house when a large group is in residence. Like the main house, the cottage is art filled and contains every amenity found in the house. Please note, however, that rental of the cottage is NOT included in the per night rate of the main house. For groups larger than 6 people the cottage can be rented with the main house to accommodate another 2 people but at a separate nightly rate of $200/nt..

Adjacent to the house is a boat ramp for launching a small boat. A private mooring is available should you wish to rent a boat and keep it in the water during your stay. A laundry room with large washer and dryer is also available to wash clothes during your stay.

One Love is centrally located on the island with easy access to grocery and liquor stores, gas station, restaurants, car and boat rentals and a well-provisioned marine store. Throughout the island there are many expert fishing, diving, and tour guides who can help you experience the beauty and bounty of the surrounding waters.

Long Island is a true Bahamian treasure. It is a bit like stepping back in time to a place that has everything you need, nothing you don't. Life is slower here, allowing time to savor the views, the smells, the tastes, the culture. People "hail you" as they drive by. Goats roam free. The beaches are legendary, and almost always empty. Best of all, the people are warm, polite, respectful, and welcoming, always quick to strike up a friendly conversation or lend a helping hand.

Allow the rhythm of this special place to nourish and re-charge your life. We hope you will connect with the vibe of One Love and return whenever you need a reminder of what is truly important.