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Xanadu House.Featured on HGTV's Bahama's Life. A Captivating Caribbean Hideaway.

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TV, DVD player, books, video library
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Aerial view
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Georgetown, Great Exuma
  • Hoopers Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Palm Bay Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Jolly Hall Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

George Town

With a stay at this vacation home in George Town, you'll be on the waterfront, just a 1-minute walk from Lucayan Archipelago and 15 minutes by foot from Hoopers Bay. .This vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Hoopers Bay Beach and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Palm Bay Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Hoopers Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hoopers Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Palm Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Jolly Hall Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Exuma Intl. Airport (GGT) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Splash - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chat 'N' Chill Bahamas - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shirley's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kermit Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Anchor - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Xanadu House.Featured on HGTV's Bahama's Life. A Captivating Caribbean Hideaway.

Welcome to Xanadu...
A Secluded & Relaxing Waterfront Oasis.
Completely renovated and updated. Fully air-conditioned 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath 1,800sf house with magnificent views of Elizabeth Harbour and Stocking Island.
2 King suites, 1 with ensuite. 3rd. bedroom hosts a Queen.
Wifi.
2 patios for finding some 'me' time.
A large deck that spans the front of the house to catch up on rays in one of the chaise lounges, relax on the couch and watch the boats sail into the Harbour or dine alfresco with the outside dining table that seats 4-6 people, all the while watching the ever changing magical hues of the turquoise water.
Indoors- enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, 5 burner gas stove, elec. oven, toaster oven, microwave, coffee maker, coffee grinder, etc... stocked pantry. Everything you need, just add your groceries.
Dining table that fits 6-8 people.
Large sunroom overlooking the deck and the harbour.
Netflix and a library of DVD's in the tv room. Also games and puzzles if you care to take a day off from exploring.
Mere steps to the waters edge. A rock shoreline with steps leading into the water is perfect for snorkeling and hunting for sand dollars. (Snorkel gear included.) Also 3 kayaks and 1 paddle baord.
Xanadu is 10 minutes from the airport.
Walking distance to a grocery store and liquor store.
3 minute drive to the closest beach, Jolly Hall Beach (One of the ones you can see from the house. And one of our faves.)
Numerous restaurants less than 5 minutes away.
We do suggest renting a car so you can explore Exuma and what it has to offer...
Rental boats available at Minns Water Sports.
Take an excursion to swim with the pigs, play with the iguanas and snorkel in Thunderball Grotto where they filmed a couple of Bond, James Bond movies. ;)
Possibilities are endless...
Fill your days with adventures. Or relax and do nothing. The choice is yours..........
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a safe and a microwave.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Lisa and Frank

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No kids under age 8. Kids need to be watched.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Xanadu House.Featured on HGTV's Bahama's Life. A Captivating Caribbean Hideaway. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wade D., Edmonton, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

A Slice of Paradise

Amazing hosts. Extremely easy to communicate with.The house was perfectly suited for what we needed. The access to the water made for some great memories kayaking and lounging. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marty T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, amazing views, perfect for families.

Great house, amazing views, perfect for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Xanadu

We were intrigued with this home in Great Exuma from the moment we looked at the listing. The photos do not compare to the actual sight of the turquoise water and abundant flowering plants. Xanadu is perched on a hill with easy access by concrete path to the water. There is a ladder to use . This home is decorated beautifully in white, beachy blues and greens And has been renovated remarkably without losing the Caribbean cottage feel. We enjoyed the modern kitchen, the 3 spacious outdoor areas and the outdoor shower as well. The king size beds were super comfortable! We loved all of the white linens ! Lisa and Frank communicated so much information to prepare for this vacation and they were always accessible if we had any questions. We loved the location: minutes to the airport, downtown Georgetown and many beautiful beaches. We would most definitely rent Xanadu in the future! It was really hard to leave this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian A., Urbandale

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house, hosts and location

Host communication was stellar with timely responses, great recommendations and information to prepare you for the trip. Location was central with less than 30 minute access to either end of the island. Quiet and one awesome view to wake up to each morning. Can’t go wrong with this one
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carter L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house and hosts!

We just returned from a six-night stay at Xanadu with our teenage boys, and this house was a perfect home base for exploring the island. It was an easy drive from the airport and centrally located for exploring both ends of Exuma and everything in between. The view from this house is hard to beat- absolutely beautiful- and the home feels very private. The kitchen is incredibly well stocked, which was helpful as we cooked most of our dinners at the house. Beds were comfortable and everything was very clean! The owners, Lisa and Frank, could not have been more helpful. They provided tons of info about the island before the trip, and checked in throughout our stay to make sure we had everything we needed. Also really appreciated the generous welcome gifts! Great house on Exuma!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing host and house

Lisa was a fantastic host! House was so cute and comfy. Lisa gave us pages of info on all things local!! Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can't wait to go back!

Loved this home and the views are INCREDIBLE! Our family had a relaxing holiday week soaking up the sun and the laid-back Exuma vibes. Close to grocery (and liquor) stores with a well-equipped kitchen, we were able to cook at home when we didn't want to go out. Communication with Lisa (owner) was great - they provided lots of local interest info and were prompt and friendly. Highly recommend Xanadu!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Our family of 5 loved our time at Xanadu. The home is beautiful, and Lisa and Frank have gone above and beyond in stocking it. Great communication and recommendations made the experience even better. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house had a beautiful amazing view was very clean room for everyone lots of flowers and plants that added color and the plants were beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing!

This home was more than perfect for our stay in Exuma! The views from the house and back deck were stunning. The fact that we could walk out of the house and jump in the water to snorkel made the trip even better! The house is stocked with everything one could need for their vacay. The beds were super comfortable. And they have a great library of DVD's to watch at night :) Lisa and Frank were so accommodating and helpful through the entire process. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise Found

Maryellen M. My family and I recently traveled to Exuma for the first time in May. First off it is one of the most breathtaking islands that we have ever had the privilege of visiting! Secondly, we couldn't have picked a more beautiful property to stay at then Xanadu House! The house has the most spectacular views from every angle!!! It is well appointed with everything you could possibly need for your island stay. A wonderful surprise for us was the treats that were left in the refrigerator upon our arrival! Lisa and Frank were a wealth of information about the island with great communication!! We will be visiting Xanadu House and Exuma again of that we are sure! This house is a beautiful hidden gem!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

GV

Beautiful views from every direction. Sweet house
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful vacation with our Adult children

Lovely, comfortable well equipped home close to beaches and shopping . The front deck has the most spectacular view of Elizabeth Harbour and incredible sunrise . Hosts left wine and cold beer along with a fridge and pantry stocked with the basics . 10/10 !!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elli L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little piece of Heaven

We spent Spring Break in Exuma. There were 6 of us at Xanadu ages spanning 16-84 years old. IT WAS PERFECT. The view is amazing. The pictures don't even do it justice. Our family of 4 would adventure out during the day and the grandparents were completely happy enjoying the view from the enclosed sunroom (morning) and out on the deck (afternoon). The sunroom is incredible when the breeze stops and the bugs move in. The little no see ums and sand gnats are everywhere you go on the island, but you don't notice them if there is a breeze...when the breeze stop, watch out! The sunroom offers the perfect solution...you can enjoy the view and stay away from the bugs! This house is incredible. It has more than you could ever need. Most VRBOs have a "starter" of everything (detergent, dish soap, shampoo, etc). Lisa and Frank provide EVERYTHING. Full size in most cases. I was completely blown away. So generous and completely unexpected. The kitchen has everything you need and more. Even the refrigerator had most staples (mustard, Mayo, spices, sauces). This is a nice touch in the States...but SUPER helpful on a remote island. Lisa is an incredible communicator and provided so much information in preparation for our trip and was super responsive while we were on island with questions. She went above and beyond. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well appointed and sparkling clean

Superb locale and well appointed home! Such a great relaxing vibe with plenty of room to stretch out and relax. Beautiful views and great kitchen!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fab Fun in the Warm Sun

Xanadu was a great place for 4 winter weary pals to relax and just enjoy everything that Great Exhuma has to offer. Next time I would probably pack food so that I could take advantage of the well equipped kitchen that Xanadu has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mileska R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Dream Beach House

We stayed at the Xanadu house 2 weeks ago. The home and the views were nothing compared to the photos; it was even more beautiful and breathtaking in person. It was 6 of us and we were all comfortable in our own spaces. The sunrises are amazing especially with the sound of the waves if you sit down by the rocks. It truly was a vacation we will never forget. Lisa and Frank had all the amenities we needed. We did bring some of our own food such as, frozen ribs, steak, ground beef, chicken, canned tomato sauce, pasta, and some snacks. I did my homework for this family trip location so I was aware at the cost of food on the island. It’s expensive because everything has to get shipped to the island by boat. Liquor, jewelry, and perfumes are some of the things that you’ll find inexpensive on the island. Bringing some food from home was very helpful; we used dry ice for packing it in our suitcases. We ate out too. We went to Shirley’s which is a cute little spot close to the home… we ended up stopping there again for the conch salad that’s made on demand right next to Shirley’s. The people on the island are very friendly and helpful. For a night out we went to the Exuma Yacht Club which is like 5 minutes from the house. They have live music on Wednesdays which was a blast!! I would absolutely stay at this house again. Cleo the housekeeper was very responsive and so sweet! Thank you Lisa and Frank for sharing your beautiful beach house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Experience!

This is a fabulous house and we could not have been more pleased with our experience there. Absolutely incredible views! The owners were delightful and provided so much information about the island. There were so many nice touches that we appreciated: coffee being provided, a well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, plenty of spaces to relax, the list goes on. I can't imagine staying anywhere else on Exuma. The location was perfect and very close to grocery stores and liquor store. We didn't want for anything with this rental: beach chairs, towels, snorkel equipment, laundry detergent, etc. We'll be back and would most definitely rent Xanadu from these lovely and gracious hosts! Elizabeth and Elliott Botzis, Greenville, SC
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay at Xanadu

Our family of 5 stayed a week at Xanadu and couldn’t have been more happy with the house and location. Gorgeous views, plenty of room for all of us, conveniently located to get to anything, and top notch communication. I never had to worry about anything bc I knew I’d be able to reach Lisa or Cleo. Thank you for everything !!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dream Vacation of a Lifetime

The location and property absolutely cannot be better for an island escape. The ocean view from the home is breathtaking, mesmerizing, and oh so relaxing. No filters needed on photos! The home is centrally located, and easy to get to most restaurants and activities. What an incredible home base for fun island adventures like Scuba diving, swimming w/ pigs and sharks, or water taxi-ing to Chat N’ Chill for a Sunday BBQ. Additionally, the hosts, Lisa and Frank, are wonderful, kind, and so communicative — we felt so comfortable and well-informed by the time we arrived. They have put so much love, care, and thoughtful touches throughout this beautiful home - high quality linens, well-stocked kitchen, beautiful decor! We loved every second of our time at Xanadu. Our daughters (now in college) said it was the best vacation we have ever experienced!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best views ever

House perfectly equipped for a family island getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location with a perfect view

This property was perfect for our family of 6. Comfortable beds, perfect location on the island. Close to grocery store and restaurants in Georgetown. House has all the amenities needed for a perfect beach day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Xanadu Family Vacation

What a spectacular stay at the beautiful Xanadu!! The location was perfect and easily accessible. The house was beautiful and had so much character! The set up was perfect for our family as well. The views are a sight to see everyday and the ability to snorkel and kayak right from our backyard was amazing. The hosts and house manager were fantastic and made our stay comfortable! They gave us so much useful information that made planning our days perfect! This was our first trip to the unbelievably gorgeous Exumas and it surely will not be our last!! The beaches were unreal and the blue waters were unmatched! We absolutely loved our stay at Xanadu!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation Home

We thoroughly enjoyed our time staying in Xanadu. It lived up to our expectations and more! The views were unbelievable!! It was very close to the airport and numerous restaurants!! We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023