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Luxury Waterfront Home Overlooking Moriah Cay with all you need to explore Exuma

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Escape to a secluded tropical paradise with lush greenery and pristine white sandy beaches.
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Two single-story buildings with solar panels overlook a serene turquoise sea and lush greenery.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable lounge chairs.
Enjoy cooking in this spacious kitchen with a central island, sink, and ample counter space.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxury Waterfront Home Overlooking Moriah Cay with all you need to explore Exuma

The Mandarin is a luxury waterfront home spread across a half acre property overlooking Moriah Cay and the surrounding Land and Sea Park. The Mandarin is ideally located near the cut between Great and Little Exuma and provides access to explore something new every day.

The Mandarin has 4 double bedrooms and 4 1/2 Bathrooms, yard, swimming pool and docking facilities. The property is fully airconditioned and has a separate bar with Hibachi grill and numerous entertainment options.

The house is situated on a dead end side street away from the Queens Highway in the private and secluded neighbourhood of Moriah Harbour in Hartswell, Great Exuma. The property is fully protected by a backup generator during any island power outages.

The property can easily accommodate 8 adult guests in beds and 2 additional children.

Moriah Cay (and one of the best sandbars and beaches in Exuma) is less than 500 yards from your front door and Man O War Cay is another 500 yards as well. The property is entirely surrounded by the beautiful Moriah Cay Land and Sea Park with dozens of secluded white powder beaches.

2 Standup Paddle Boards and 2 Kayaks are included and provide access to the local beaches, islands and bone fishing flats. The property can arrange for you to book a 21 ft boat from Drex by separate arrangement for more exploring to Stocking Island, Elizabeth Harbor or even Sandy Cay.

The property has a generator backup and is substantially solar powered. We use natural filtered rainwater throughout most of the home.

The Mandarin is PET friendly.



Property manager

Monica Minns

Languages

Dutch, English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car available
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights

Pets

Pets are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: By Negotiation Only
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number 118566018

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Exuma, Exuma

What's nearby

  • Rolletown Tombs - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Little Exuma Beaches - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Palm Bay Beach - 21 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Jolly Hall Beach - 22 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Haulover Bay Restaurant, Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Anchor - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪One 80 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cheaters - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Waterfront Home Overlooking Moriah Cay with all you need to explore Exuma have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury Waterfront Home Overlooking Moriah Cay with all you need to explore Exuma pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Waterfront Home Overlooking Moriah Cay with all you need to explore Exuma?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Waterfront Home Overlooking Moriah Cay with all you need to explore Exuma?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Waterfront Home Overlooking Moriah Cay with all you need to explore Exuma located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lucayan Archipelago and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rolletown Tombs and Fowl Cay. Tropic of Cancer Beach and Salt Pond are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Luxury Waterfront Home Overlooking Moriah Cay with all you need to explore Exuma Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

It was a lovely stay. Beautiful view. Lots of space to rest and relax. Well appointed kitchen for cooking meals. Quiet, private location .
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

We loved our stay at the Mandarin. Comfortable and peaceful, it was just what our family needed. The pool was perfect and the kitchen plus bar area were super fun. What a lovely way to experience the Bahamas.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Property was peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Home is well maintained and we found everything we needed for our family vacation. We look forward to returning to the Mandarin in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

We loved the size of the lot and outside entrainment around the pool! Everyone had plenty of room. It is a great space for families with kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

Beautiful spot, super convenient, lovely people. Groceries easy to find. Kitchen perfect for food prep and group meals. Sitting by pool lovely. We had some challenges with the ac units smelling of mold due to lack of use, bleaching prior to guests arrival would solve that.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

LOVED, LOVED, LOVED!! Amazing trip and location! Great customer service by property team!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10

We loved our stay at the Mandarin House. It was perfect for a group of long time friends. Everybody had both space to get away and a great family spaces to get together. We cooked together, hung out by the pool and explored the island. Monica made excellent recommendations for activities, services and restaurants. The staff is great too, they came by frequently to check on things and make sure we had gas for the grill, towels and supplies. I would recommend that they get new paddles for the paddle boards. Overall we had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

The perfect place for 2 couples. It was great-each couple had their own space in the evening but we ate breakfast together in the main house each morning and gathered to play cards and just hangout. We were there in September and there were not a lot of restaurants that were open so we did a lot of cooking in the evening as well. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

This property was a perfect location for us. As only 4 in our party plenty of space. The layout of property a bit different to other properties. All in all supported our needs.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

It’s hard to put into words the beauty of Moriah Harbor and being able to stay right on her beautiful waters in the Mandarin House. The property was so perfect for our group and allowed everyone their own space to sleep and relax. We loved being able to hang in the pool after our days on the boat and in the water. Many naps were taken floating in the late afternoon sun floating in that pool 😂. The wild life in the harbor right off the dock was spectacular. We saw sting rays, turtles, lemon sharks (harmless), puffer fish, and more! I could’ve explored the area for a month. I was so sad to leave after 8 days. It simply wasn’t long enough. Monica is such a gem and so so communicative, kind, and helpful! We just loved our stay and can’t say enough. I don’t think we will ever stay anywhere else on the island now.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

We loved our stay at Mandarin. Monica was extremely helpful. A few issues with the dingy. Wasn’t working until two days prior to departure. Owner was on top of issues and trying to solve the problem. All in all we had a great memorable trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

The location was exactly what we were looking for. The house is a little worn and not as clean as I keep my own house but it didn’t bother us and we would go back. It had everything we needed to have a enjoyable vacation. Hands down our favorite vacation yet. The dingy boat is unreliable so definitely take 2 paddles out when you go out. Monica was very responsive and helped us plan all the details. Take the trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Nice home with good amenities. Plenty of space to spread out or spend time together as a large group. Enjoyed cornhole, the pool, paddle boarding, the dinghy (once the engine was swapped out), the hibachi grill, and swimming off the dock. Communication with the property manager was excellent and the small issues that popped up were addressed quickly. Small repairs are needed, like tightening the cabinets and securing the dishwasher. We had a wonderful time and would visit this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This property is truly dreamy. Gorgeous location. The view was breathtaking. Swimming right off the dock boasted many run ins with local marine life. Snorkeling was super fun. Not to mention the neighboring cays with their many sand bars were other worldly showcasing turquoise and white like something from a post card. This place is the perfect island setting. Immaculate digs as well. The owners were lovely hosts. I would highly recommend this property and hope to stay there again when we revisit Exuma.

10/10

The house was absolutely perfect!! Monica had fast, excellent communication from the time we booked through check out. We hired a Chef Keva to cook our meals which is an excellent way to fully enjoy your vacation. We loved hanging out at the bar area after a long day on the water. The dock was perfect for our boat rental drop off where we explored Moriah Cay and then spent the afternoon at Chat n Chill. A short drive to Tropic of Cancer Beach which might be the most beautiful beach I have ever seen. We had a lovely dinner at Blu on the Water, a short drive from the property. I would highly recommend the Swimming with the Pugs All Day Tour (Staniel Cay). So much fun! It also includes a stop to see endangered Iguanas, swimming with Nurse Sharks, snorkeling Thunderball Grotto, and lunch at Staniel Cay Yacht Club. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Moriah Cay is one of the most beautiful places in the world, and staying at the Mandarin House was the perfect place to take it all in. We were a party of eight that travels to Exuma every year at the beginning of March. This year was the first time we rented a house and it couldn't have worked out better. Mandarin House is lovely and worked out comfortably for all of us. We had plenty of room to gather together as a group or spend apart for quiet time. The kitchen is large and provides a nice area to cook and prepare meals. The terrace is perfect, and the pool was a delight. We rented a boat from Drexel for six days and couldn't be more satisfied. Overall, thumbs up for a wonderful, relaxing, and beautiful place to stay when visiting Moriah Cay and Exuma.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

We could have easily stayed in a resort, but we are so happy we elected to stay at the Mandarin. Such a neat property with a lot to do! We went with two families (9 total people; 4 adults and 5 children ranging from 8-15), and everyone had plenty of space and privacy. At the same time, we were able to hang out in the main living space whenever we were home. We loved paddle boarding and kayaking across the bay to Moriah Harbour Cay. It only took 35 minutes to an hour to get to the opposite side of the island for excursions. The moment we arrived Monica made us feel welcomed! Her exact words were, “Let the kids have fun, they are in the Exumas!” We made great memories and recommend this location to anyone looking for the perfect spot to vacation with family and friends!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

We had an amazing time in Exuma! The Mandarin House is beautiful and is great for families with multiple units. Monica was wonderful and available for all questions and stocked the house with groceries ahead of our arrival. She also provided very useful information regarding car rentals, excursions, etc. prior to our arrival which was so helpful! We had a delicious catered meal from Nola our first night which was wonderful. She even offered to hold our baby while we ate. We rented a boat from Daphne with Exclusive Boat Rentals and her crew delivered it and picked it back up! We loved using it to explore around Moriah Harbor. We had a great time on a private charter with Exuma Watersports. We are already planning our next trip back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Words can not describe this breathtaking villa. Everything was perfect from the location, the boat on property, the layout, the masseuse and our house host Monica. She truly went out of her way to make us feel at home and assist us with any thing we needed from the moment we booked our trip to our departure. She even showed up on the morning of my birthday to deliver a cake and champagne! Thank you again!! The house is perfectly set up for a group of couples or for a family. We had three couples and everyone had their own "wing" with an in-suite bathroom. The AC worked very well. We loved the bar area where we spent time playing on the instruments, cooking and enjoying the sounds of the ocean. We cant wait to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

8/10

The Mandarin checked all the boxes!!! We had a great stay and will keep it on the list to consider staying again!!! However, one of the bedrooms bathroom, you have to go outside to get to it. It's the pool bathroom. The only other thing to consider is the dock. Good built dock with deep water even at low tide. The ladder could be better. Our group had some 60 year olds and had to pick them up at Browns Marina just down the road. With the larger boat we rented for our group of 7. The dinghy runs great and is perfect for a sandbar visit. Pool was awesome and the air conditioning was amazing, trust me that's important! The kitchen is the common area and has plenty of room to meet eat and watch TV. The laundry room is perfect, out of the way so anyone could wash clothes and not disturb the other folks, it is where the half bathroom is located. Monica took great care of us, she had Krissy meet us and they always responded quickly and answered all our questions. So, 5 stars except for the pool bathroom and the dock ladder!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

We stayed in The Mandarin for a week in July. It was amazing! Great location as long as your ok being outside of town (which we were)! Only minutes from Forbes Hill (highly recommend). We rented a boat for three days and it was wonderful having it to visit places like Chat N Chill, Hoppers Bay and Starfish Beach. The dingy was used the other days and it worked great while we were there. We fished and snorkeled right off the dock. The house was plenty big enough for our group of 11 (6 adults, 5 kids with one being a toddler that slept in the crib included with the house). There were minor issues that Monica addressed appropriately. The property could use some freshing up (like a new dining table- it was on the verge of breaking while we were there) and some additional kitchen supplies (like cookie sheets)…minor things in the grand scheme. It was a dream vacation with our family and we made memories that will live on forever!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

This was a great place to stay for three couples. We all had separate spaces as the house is laid out with each bedroom in separate areas. The main house had a nice large living area and big dining table. The outside bar and hangout areas were great too. A couple things to note...two bedrooms are en-suite, but the third had to go outside to enter their bathroom. There is the main house that has one big bedroom with a full bath. Then there is the bar area...it has one bedroom behind the bar (facing the front of the house with bunk beds (their bathroom is outside, on the other side of the bar, so great for when hanging outside and for the kids in the bunkroom. Then on the other side of that bath is another en-suite bedroom that faces the pool/ocean. If you want to boat anywhere other than the sandbars across the way, you def need to rent a boat. Someone was complaining about the boat that was available...their review was completely unsupported. It's a dingy...it's not made for far travel. If you arrive on a Sunday, def take advantage of groceries being delivered to the house...the grocery wont be open until Monday so you def want some food for potentially dinner and breakfast the next day. Nitza, who provides the massages, and her co-masseuse were AMAZING!! We hired Chef Keva to come cook dinner for our group one night. It was the best meal we had on the island and it was reasonably priced. Plus, they were both lovely ladies.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10

We had high hopes that the Mandarin House would open up a new part of the island for my family ( 5 adults, 4 kids(5-12). The hope was we could walk the beach at Moriah Harbour Cay on a daily basis and I could fish for bonefish near the house. While we could it was not an easy trip. The five minute dingy ride to Moriah Harbour Cay required it to be hide tide unless you didn't mind pulling the dingy 75 yards through shallow water and it also required a working dingy. Additionally, the direct route to the beach required either multiple trips in the dingy ( 2 adults and 2 kids at a time) or some people to paddleboard or kayak. Plus the walk to the beach required hauling things over the island on rocky ground and a 100 yard walk through a watery mucky mogul area before getting to the beach area. The beach is very beautiful equal to Coco Plum or Tropic of Cancer beaches as a way of comparison. The house itself was in fair shape but could have used a deep cleaning. Also, the three separate buildings that housed the 4 bedrooms made it not feel like a family gathering but more like a hotel stay with everyone heading to there bedrooms after dinner. This was due to the limited seating in the "living room" area and also due to the no-see'm that appear in the evening on the calm night so no outside seating. The dock usually had a breeze so it worked well for night time gathering and star gazing. We met Jonas who replaced the dingy's motor after our first day out on the water. The motor died coming back from my first trip to the Cay. Poor Jonas and his assistant paddled the boat back in a constant 15+mph wind from the swim platform I left it at which was at a house 1 mile away( I had to walk back to the house). Jonas also returned twice more to get the new motor working after what appeared to be operator errors. Once due to vent cap somehow was closed and the second when the gas line valve somehow was turned to the off position. Both of these operator errors happened after the dingy was up and running on the water and the engine quit in mid trip. Not fun trying to paddle a dingy in the wind as Jonas and I can contest to. I can not recommend the house for a group of 5 adults and 4 kids unless you want to be separated. I also can not recommend the location for accessing Moriah Harbour Cay unless you area seasoned dingy operator or like to paddleboard or kayak in the wind. I did not attempt to catch bonefish from the house.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

We had a great time! The house was as described and Monica is a quick and effective communicator and very helpful with our planning.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025