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

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Amazing view from the deck.
Ready to grab some rays!
Easy seating for four and extra chairs to add more.
Food and drink
Front bedroom suite with the most amazing view of the harbour.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Georgetown, Great Exuma
  • Place, Hoopers Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Jolly Hall Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Caribbean Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

King Suite

1 King Bed

King Suite with ensuite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

King Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shared bathroom.

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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..........

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
No kids under age 8. Kids need to be watched.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Put cushions away in cushion boxes or indoors when not in use. Between the sun, rain and crabs, they will get ruined! Not easy to replace.NO FISHING
NO baby oil. It melts plastic drinking glasses, painted surfaces... Please keep doors or screen doors closed or geckos will get in and poo EVERYWHERE!
Rinse off snorkel gear and beach items with fresh water. The salt corrodes everything Super-fast!! :( Thx! DON'T TIE ANYTHING TO THE SWIM LADDER! THX!

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

George Town

Located in George Town, 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 Hoopers Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Georgetown, Great Exuma

What's nearby

  • Hoopers Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hoopers Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Palm Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Jolly Hall Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Exuma Yacht Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Splash - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Anchor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chat 'N' Chill® Bahamas - ‬13 min drive
  • Coconut Club

Frequently asked questions

Is Xanadu House.Featured on HGTV's Bahama's Life. A Captivating Caribbean Hideaway. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Xanadu House.Featured on HGTV's Bahama's Life. A Captivating Caribbean Hideaway.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Xanadu House.Featured on HGTV's Bahama's Life. A Captivating Caribbean Hideaway.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Xanadu House.Featured on HGTV's Bahama's Life. A Captivating Caribbean Hideaway. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Hoopers Bay. Hoopers Bay Beach and Palm Bay Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

D B.

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

Beautiful Property; Great Location

We enjoyed our time at Xanadu House and appreciated all of the information shared ahead of our trip. This home was perfect for our family of four. We enjoyed snorkeling on the shore at the house. The kitchen was well stocked and full size shower products were provided. Communication with the owner and manager was excellent. Exuma is a beautiful place and Xanadu was the perfect headquarters for our trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy P.

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

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

Danny i.

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

Xanadu is PARADISE!

Took my family and some extended friends to Exuma and stayed a Xanadu. I am glad we chose this property as it was perfect for us. We loved everything and will definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome views

The house was in a great location with breathtaking views. In a great location with amazing access to the ocean and local stores and restaurants. Will defiantly be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary G.

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

GV

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

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

Paradise found

Beautiful home in a great location. Lisa and Frank went above and beyond all expectations. We would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

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

First trip to Exuma did not disappoint!!!! 😎😎😎

Xanadu was fantastic!!! We loved it so much and were sad to leave. Great family trip for our foursome…. ONLY complaint was when the wind died down the mosquitoes were an issue but the fabulous sunroom was perfect for that…. Can’t wait to return!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

Beautiful house!!!

Beautiful house! And incredible view! Loved this house. We felt special staying at Xanadu. Private yet close to stores, restaurants and beaches. Enjoyed the kayaks in the gorgeous ultra clear turquoise water. We had an incredible time! Xanadu is our new go to vaca spot! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

jackie t.

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

Best time ever!!

Lisa and Frank were amazing with communication! The best we have ever experienced. Spent 23 days in Exuma and 15 of the days were at the Zanadu house. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

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

Paradise!

Beautiful home with all the amenities described in the listing! Lisa was so easy to communicate with and was very helpful with pre trip tips to help navigate travel during Covid times. As the trip drew closer she was very helpful with island tips, things to do, restaurants and much more! Natural island vibe and we would love to come back here! Absolutely beautiful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

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

Autumn B.

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

Exceptional Vacation Spot!

Xanadu is such a magical place. This is my second time staying at Xanadu and it will not be my last! We love how private it is, right on the water with exceptional views. We enjoyed snorkeling right from the house, morning coffee on the deck overlooking the water and relaxing after long days in the sun. Everything is close by and Xanadu has everything you could need! The home accommodated our family of 5 well and made our stay on the island feel like home. We highly recommend staying here! The host's are wonderful and share every bit of information to help make the trip easy and successful.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Absolutely perfect!

We had a fantastic week on Exuma. The owners have thought of everything at Xanadu! The view is breathtaking. They’ve provided everything you could need, from snorkeling gear to beach chairs. My son especially loved snorkeling and searching for sand dollars. We went on the all day tour with Shoreline Adventures and loved it. Our favorite beach was Forbes Hill, but we loved them all. Xanadu House and Exuma are truly paradise!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

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

Beth J.

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

Week in Exuma

We just returned from our first trip to Exuma. What a beautiful place and the views from Xanadu did not disappoint. The house had plenty of room for our family of four, was well stocked with everything we could possibly need from kitchen stuff to coolers to snorkeling gear in all sizes, beach towels and chairs, games, movies, etc..... We enjoyed spending time on the back porch and hanging out down by the water right behind the house enjoying the gorgeous views. Would definitely stay here again if/when return to Exuma in the future. Owners were very responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darcie S.

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

Stunning views and tons of character

Small travelling group of friends who enjoy turquoise waters, quiet peaceful surroundings, just enough action to keep things interesting, good food & good company. This house delivered all of those. It's hard to stop staring at those gorgeous Exuma blues, and we all had a great time hanging out here for a week. The house is close to town, and close to supplies meaning a well-stocked convenient location to enjoy some much needed R&R. A great 2nd visit to Georgetown, it won't be our last. Thanks Frank & Lisa --- Cheers !!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

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

Loved Xanadu!

Beautiful home equipped with everything you could possibly need. The view is amazing and perfect for a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Unfortunately the water/wind was pretty rough when we were there and we were unable to snorkel or kayak, but I’m sure it would have been perfect. The house is central to everything on Great & little exuma! Cleo was so helpful and Lisa stayed in contact from weeks before to the day we left- an angel! Xanadu has a piece of our hearts & we cannot wait to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

bill s.

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

Fun Stay!!

Amazing views from the home! Really would have liked a TV in our bedroom. The TV room really only sits two people. We had our daughter and her boyfriend with and it's dark at 6:30 so it didn't work so well for us. The deck overlooking the water is simply amazing and the stars at night from the deck are outstanding. Thanks for a great stay!!

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

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

Megan W.

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

Wonderful house!

We had an amazing stay at Xanadu house. Lisa and Frank were easy to contact and provided so much helpful information. The house itself is gorgeous (we never got over that view!), and we thought the location was perfect. There were great beaches nearby, and it was also a good central base to explore both ends of Exuma. The house was well-stocked with towels, cookware, pantry staples, etc. We have stayed other places that really had nothing in stock, and it was nice to not have to worry about things like salt and pepper or dish soap. Xanadu house is the perfect place to relax and enjoy Exuma, and we appreciate the thoughtful touches that made our stay all the more enjoyable. We look forward to returning one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carmen K.

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

Great Exuma lives up to its name

The Xanadu house was exactly as advertised and even better as the pictures do not do the view justice. Our family of five had an amazing time at the house, and while exploring the island and neighboring Cays. We are not big on the tourist thing but we definitely recommend taking a day trip to visit the local Cays and sites. We saw islands of the rich and famous, the Thunderball grotto, the swimming pigs, an awesome sandbar oasis, swam with nurse sharks, and fed iguanas on a beach. The rest of our stay was spent relaxing. We found several beaches but Hoopers Bay beach was our favorite with its calm clear waters and the added bonus of being able to see the sea turtles near the pier. Back at the house we spent evenings on the front deck gazing at the stars or playing games provided by the hosts. Frank, Lisa, and their property manager, Cleo, were all top notch and communication was perfect. All in all we had a fantastic trip and highly recommend Xanadu house and Great Exuma island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable paradise

An amazing home located perfectly between the airport and Georgetown. We loved easy access to beaches, grocery, restaurants - namely Splash. The house is beyond beautiful and perfect with teen and young kids. We never got used to how amazing the view was! It was jaw dropping. Our last day a full rainbow over the bay. We snorkeled off the house when water was calm enough, hired a private charter and did a half day charter on a larger boat with Exuma Water sports. The hosts communicated all the local tips and tricks. Lisa and Frank were so responsive and helpful! My fav meal was Santanas. The food on the island is very expensive and not great but we didn’t let it be much of an issue! Snorkeling, chat and chill, stingrays, pigs, iguana island, sand bars, sharks, turtles at hoopers bay. It is a giant playground! Thank you for all you did to make this an unforgettable family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandy C.

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

Just darling 💖

We love Exuma and we love Xanadu House. First off...THE VIEW!!!! Let me tell you, the moonrise/sunrise was the most amazing I’ve ever seen, not to mention the views of the “Exuma Blues” you could spend your whole trip on the deck and be happy. We went as a group of five (with the in-laws) and the layout of the house is great for this set-up. I’m also the type of person who wants all the comforts of home, but for the beach house to feel “beachy”...💯! The group spoke often about how they had thought of everything. The location, IMHO, is ideal, being close to town and 3 mins from my favorite stops...Smitty’s(liquor store 😎) / Prime Meats (ask for the crab salad and see if you can get Ron to sing for you). Lisa was just great and I feel like we really go to know each other over the 1.3 years since booking that we finally made it here due to COVID and 3-4 rescheduled trips. She is so thoughtful and understanding and really just a perfect host. We are already planning a trip back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ron and Carin F.

Location location location!!! Extraordinary!!!

Frank and Lisa let us rent their house with friends of ours before they were finished renovating. It was fun staying in a house that we saw on HGTV's Bahamas Life! Love all of the updates! They really have done a beautiful job. The third bedroom wasn't done yet. But the other two rooms were perfect for us. Big rooms with extra comfy beds. The view is like non other. We couldn't stop staring at that water. And the constant breeze was nice. Kept us cool and kept the bugs away. Was nice to sit in the sun room and watch the storm roll in one day. Great snorkeling right out front. A turtle swam by everyday. Evidently his name name is Henry. We took their recommendations and ate at Shirley's Fish Fry one night and February Point another. Both were excellent. Definately get a car like we did. There is a lot to explore and many beaches to enjoy. We'll definately stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Ron and Carin F.

Incredible!!! Fantastic house and location!

OMG!!! Gorgeous house and view!!! Xanadu was the perfect place for us. My husband, daughter and I stayed here a week for Spring break. We couldn't have picked a better house or location. It's near grocery stores and restaurants. The house was extremely clean so we had no worries. Comfortable beds and good linens. They also included big beach towels. The view of the harbor is amazing!!! And a good breeze being elevated. We enjoyed snorkeling in the mornings at the house then went beach hopping in the afternoons. Then back at the house in the evenings to watch the sailboats come in and relax on the deck. The kitchen was wonderful to cook in on the days we didn't go out to dinner. It had everything we needed and more. Shirley's restaurant was close and delicious! We took an excursion with Exuma Sports to swim with the pigs. They are so cute!!! My husband and daughter liked the iguanas on Iguana Island. Love the outdoor shower after a day in the ocean!!! Thank you for a wonderful stay in your home. Already picking dates to come back next year! :)

About the host

Hosted by Lisa and Frank

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Why they chose this property

We did a lot of island hoping to find the one that was right for us.
As soon as we stepped foot on Exuma we knew it was the island for us.
From the magical colors of the ocean to the friendly locals.
Then we found Xanadu. Or should I say it found us. :)
It felt like home when we walked through the door.
Then we saw the view. An ever changing, surreal, jaw dropping, gorgeous water view.
Then we got to work fixing her up. Giving her the TLC she hadn't been getting in awhile.
Now we're able to enjoy all of her spender and share it with others. :)

What makes this property unique

Being on a hill, we enjoy the ever breezy trade winds.
Watching the sunrise from bed, or with a cup of coffee on the deck.
After a day of snorkeling or beach hopping, enjoying the outdoor shower with that incredible view!

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