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Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma

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Garden View 1 Studio
Queen bed, ac
Dining area with drop leaf table
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Little Exuma, Exumas
  • Place, Rolletown Tombs
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Tropic of Cancer Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Exuma Beaches
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    ‪33 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

About this property

Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma

Welcome to Turtle Creek Inn By The Sea! This is a lovely garden view studio apartment that has a nicely appointed kitchenette with a refrigerator, toaster oven, two-burner cook top, coffee maker, and AC.
The gardens are lush with native trees, fruits and flowers which attract a wide array of birds and butterflies. The property borders on a sweet tidal creek where we have our private dock for kayaking & paddle boarding. The "lazy river" is a 20 minute paddle from our dock.
Activities available include world class kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, boating, and beach excursions.
We are uniquely situated in a location to offer a wide variety of kayaking terrains for all skill levels. There are numerous islands, mangrove marshes and trails surrounded by flats with crystal clear water and an abundance of marine life.
The beaches are a destination in themselves, offering an opportunity to walk, swim, picnic, play, work-out in a natural tidal current, snorkel, or just relax!.
Forbes Hill beach is a 4 minute drive and Tropic of Cancer beach is a 8 minute drive from the Inn

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
High rock walls
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Events

Events allowed
Pre approval
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: pre approval
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Hartswell

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 Fowl Cay and Tropic of Cancer Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Little Exuma, Exumas

What's nearby

  • Rolletown Tombs - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 7 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Little Exuma Beaches - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Salt Pond - 9 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Hermitage Tomb - 11 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haulover Bay Restaurant, Bar and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Santana's Grill Pit - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Santanna's Bar & Grill - ‬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 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma on 24 May 2026 start from AU$191, 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 at Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma?

On-site 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Island Retreat on Little Exuma located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Rolletown Tombs, Fowl Cay and Tropic of Cancer Beach. Salt Pond and Little Exuma Beaches are also within 9 miles (15 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 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

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

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

10/10 Excellent

NORBERT D.

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 11 Feb 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

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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 6 Feb 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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

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

About the host

Hosted by Ronda Good & Steve Cox

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We are Steve and Ronda Cox. Our first trip to Exuma, Bahamas was in 2001. We fell in love with the incredible beauty of the sea. That feeling has not diminished after fifty or so trips to the area! The people are welcoming and the island is enjoying prosperity and peace.
It is our life's dream to now live in the Bahamas. We have built a small inn so that we may continue to share our love and knowledge of this watery wonderland and pamper our guests in a unique setting that will let adventure and extreme relaxation go hand in hand!
We have purchased a historic home in the settlement of The Ferry on the island of Little Exuma. A narrow winding road leads to our country abode. The gardens are lush with native trees, fruits and flowers. The property lies on a sweet little tidal creek that we have explored for many years and know very well.
Come to relax. Come to play hard or play easy. Come to enjoy our island hospitality!

Hope to see you SOON!

Why they chose this property

Turtle Creek Inn is limited to just 6 guests, utilizing 3 individual one bedroom studios. Each has a private entrance and private bath. You will enjoy quiet and privacy, whether you are traveling solo, as a couple, or with friends and family.
Freshly prepared meals are conveniently available in our dining room, or you can cook for yourself in your personal kitchenette. Restaurants are a short drive from the Inn.

What makes this property unique

Turtle Creek Inn invites you to experience the tranquility of being on a small island in the country, away from traffic, away from crowds, away from the daily hustle and bustle of a city.
Your hosts are experienced expedition leaders, and can show you the best of our ocean estuary seascapes by kayak, paddle board or snorkel. Our location encompasses a grouping of six islands and the variety of waters surrounding them. Half day and full day excursions will show you the true beauty of the Exumas and its amazing clear blue waters.

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