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Your barefoot-luxury home base in Exuma — with a private pool for easy vacations

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A true infinity pool it blends right into the ocean
A view of the house from the ocean
The walkway with the beach in the background
The house from the driveway.  It is quite a way off the road.
Exterior view of One Tarbay with a Bahamian Murial  on the wall

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 12334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Exuma, Georgetown
  • Place, Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Moss Town Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

The Dolphin Room

1 Queen Bed

The Primary Suite - the Blue Coral room

1 King Bed

The Starfish room

2 Single Beds

The Stingray Room

2 Single Beds

The Turtle Room

2 Single Beds

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Bathroom 7

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your barefoot-luxury home base in Exuma — with a private pool for easy vacations

If you’re looking for a resort, this isn’t it. But if you’re looking for real connection, total comfort, and a villa that’s as easy as it is beautiful? You’re in the right place.
Why guests return again (and again):
• Yes, the pool is private. No shared spaces, no strangers wandering through.
• Beachfront + peaceful. Walk straight onto two miles of powder-soft sand — or kick back on the elevated deck with ocean views in three directions.
• Room for everyone. Six bedrooms (each with a bathroom!) including a separate downstairs suite for the night owls or grandparents.
• Real people, real care. Mark, Mary, and our on-island team are here for what matters — from tips on the best conch fritters to help if something goes sideways.
• Walk to the beach bar. Yep, there’s a beachfront restaurant and bar just down the sand — ideal for an easy lunch or sunset cocktails.
• Close to everything. Groceries, liquor store, gas station, boat tours, and town are all a short drive away — no long hauls or off-road adventures.
• We take care of it all. Want the fridge stocked before you arrive? Need a chef or help with meals? We’ve got you — for a very reasonable fee.
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The Space
6 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms | Sleeps 12 | Private Pool | Oceanfront Decks
Inside, it’s all light, air, and comfort — with plenty of places to gather and just as many to sneak off with a book. You’ll find:
• A well-stocked kitchen with a 10-foot island (yes, there’s a coffee bar and an ice machine)
• Spacious living areas with ocean views and comfy seating
• Smart TV, board games, and high-speed WiFi
• Laundry room, beach gear, pool toys, paddleboards, kayaks — all included
Every bedroom has an ensuite bathroom. Two of them even have flexible bed configurations to suit your group.
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What You’ll Love Outside
• Private infinity-edge pool with loungers and shaded seating
• Huge wraparound deck with sunrise and sunset views
• No foot traffic. The beach in front of the house is quiet, clean, and feels like your own
• Lush landscaping. Coconut palms, tropical flowers, and a front-row seat to the sea
• Easy access to amenities. You’re close to everything, but you’d never know it once you're here
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Real Talk (Just How We Like It)
• Yes, the generator kicks in if the power goes out.
• Yes, we’ll help you plan — or leave you completely alone.
• Yes, you can swim, snorkel, and sunbathe right outside your door.
• Yes, it’s as convenient as it is beautiful.
• And yes — you really can relax here.
• And it is the only pool on the island where you can swim from Georgetown to Moss Town !!
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Don’t Just Take Our Word For It
“We had three generations under one roof and it worked perfectly. Plenty of space, peaceful beach, amazing hosts. Already planning our return.” – Jennifer M.
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Questions? Let’s Make It Easy.
Mark, Mary, or Cleo (our property manager) will get back to you fast — and with answers that actually help.
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
No products other than toilet paper to be put in toilets. No grease down sinks
All reservations are up to owner approval and may be cancelled within 72 hours of booking. Please respond to any messages.

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 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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 249204025

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Moss Town

Located in Moss Town, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Lucayan Archipelago and Moss Town Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Sandals Emerald Reef Golf Club. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
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Exuma, Georgetown

What's nearby

  • Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Moss Town Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Three Sisters Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Emerald Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Splash - ‬9 min drive
  • Coconut Club
  • ‪Kermit Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shirley's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Conch - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your barefoot-luxury home base in Exuma — with a private pool for easy vacations have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Your barefoot-luxury home base in Exuma — with a private pool for easy vacations pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your barefoot-luxury home base in Exuma — with a private pool for easy vacations?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your barefoot-luxury home base in Exuma — with a private pool for easy vacations?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your barefoot-luxury home base in Exuma — with a private pool for easy vacations located?

Nestled on the beach, this Moss Town holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Moss Town Beach. Three Sisters Beach is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property located centrally on the island making all the amenities very close. The property itself is gorgeous with unbelievable views, great decks and lovely pool. The beach access is right there. The owners are very gracious and will do everything they can to improve and support your stay. We were there for 12 days and there wasn't a single day where we weren't doing something really fun. The house has lots of beach accessories so you don't need to bring any. Exuma is beautiful and this is a great place to experience it.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Great place for a large group.

Kitchen is very well equipped with a good layout. Very easy access to the beach and the Infiniti saltwater pool was awesome. Easy access to everything. Cleo, the property manager was very accommodating. Very roomy and spacious for big parties. Great place to create beautiful memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family trip

Enjoyed the property
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

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

Beautiful deck, beach and pool area

A great place to stay with entire family (age 10-82).
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

Family vacation

Our extended family of 9 had a wonderful time at One tar bay. The location and views are best. Plenty of room for everyone. The owners were such a big help with finding activities with last minute cancellations. The pool/beach/deck area was terrific especially for those who needed shade. Great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich R.

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

Amazing location!

We had a wonderful time. The views are spectacular and having our own private beach was a highlight. The house was perfect for the nine of us. Overall, a perfect location if you want a relaxing vacation. We also enjoyed heading to Tim’s for lunch and also just hanging out at the pool with a “few” beverages!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

LESLIE M.

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

Great property

The house was perfect for our family. The downstairs apartment gave our twenty-somethings space to themselves and somewhere to stay up late without bothering the rest of us. Everyone having their own bathrooms was FANTASTIC! The views were beautiful and the pool and beach access made it the absolute perfect vacation home!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tommy A

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

Beautiful house, great location

Just got back from a week at One Tar Bay. Was there with 8 other adults. The place is amazing. Everything needed is there. There is a long stretch of beautiful beach where you can walk to Tim's on the water for drinks and food. If you're into exploring, it's also a great location to go to other beaches, which are all incredible, and a short ride to town, groceries and the airport. If you just want to relax you have the deck and pool right there along the ocean. The owners are very thoughtful and had the property manager greet us and make sure we had everything we needed. They provided a fantastic detailed guide of what to do, where to go, what to bring, etc. which was very helpful. Overall, an amazing place to stay and island to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric J.

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

Enjoyed the stay

Great people to deal with Very attentive to our needs
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

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

Gorgeous views, great for families

The views from the house are amazing. Owner was very attentive throughout the booking and during our stay (although we didn't need anything during our stay). House is perfect for families, beach access, pool, plenty of toys, games, equipment, etc. We loved it, traveled with party of 8 including 3 teens.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

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

Amazing week in paradise!

Exuma is breathtaking, and we loved being able to call this space home for the week! Great location, amazing views, and all the amenities we needed. Owners were very responsive to questions leading up to the trip and even allowed us to change our rental dates when plans changed. Cleo, the property manager, was also great and so helpful with local recommendations during our trip. Great place to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

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

Family vacation

Excellent property Due to storms/flooding prior to arrival it damaged beach area in front of house/property. Overall great place to stay. Was a nice and relaxing vacation. On site property manager was very helpful in organizing activities. She also cooked a dinner which was fantastic. Would recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

WOW

Stunning property in a fabulous location on an absolutely incredible island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara C.

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

Wonderful week!

We had a wonderful week in this property, it was perfect for our two families. The kids enjoyed the pool and we walked the basically empty beach daily. Cleo was very helpful at check-in and responsive to any needs. The owners were even kind enough to give us duct tape when needed! The location is central to both sides of the island and we were able to explore it all. Perfect views and a beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Amazing Home and Hosts

We had an incredible stay at this beautiful property. From our first contact at booking to our check-out, Mark, Mary and Cleo were wonderful. We can’t recommend this property highly enough. The location is perfect, the indoor and outdoor spaces great for a group, the kitchen well stocked and everything is clean, comfortable and welcoming. Mark and Mary are a great resource for things to do and see on the island. Thank you for a wonderful stay…our group of 10 will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great week at One Tar Bay

8 of us stayed here for a week in March to celebrate a 50th birthday. It was fantastic. We were grateful to have the pool because the ocean was very rough and hard to swim in. Mary was extremely responsive to our questions and requests and Cleo was very helpful. The house had everything we needed and was just as expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

Perfection!

Absolutely magical. The house is perfect for families & friends. Mary is an amazing host with a wealth of info about the house and island. Could not have been better!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank Y.

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

Exuma Stay

We couldn’t have asked for a better home for our first trip to Exuma! Everything listed is accurate. The home is clean, perfect location. That view! Doesn’t get better. Cleo is fantastic. Her cooking is delicious and she is very helpful giving you some tips on local restaurants and guides! Thank you Mary and Cleo for a wonderful trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

KAREN M., OAKVILLE, Canada

Aquamarine Dreams

Situated right on the water, the views are to die for and the house is located next to one of the best beaches on Great Exuma. The house comfortably fit our group of seven and was located within 10 to 15 minutes drive of shops, restaurants and grocery stores. It is also handy to the airport and some of the better beaches on the island. Would recommend for large groups, as there is a two bedroom apartment on the lower level as well.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful escape!

We had a wonderful stay at One Tar Bay. Mary and Cleo were wonderful hosts. We arrived early and were able to arrange a drop off of our luggage before the scheduled check in. Everything was set up as requested and Mary was very transparent that the internet was out due to a down pole the night prior and that they were fixing it (it came back on a few days later in spite of the weekend). Plenty of space, all the utensils and kitchen items. Pool toys and beach towels. Lots of great books and games (we gifted our puzzle that we brought along). We look forward to coming back in the future! Thank you for a fabulous escape in the Exumas!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Great Spot

Beautiful home, incredibly clean and well stocked. Monica (property manager) is easily the most organized, professional and responsive we've ever encountered. Loved the location of this house - not far from the airport or groceries/liquor, but far enough away from everything to feel remote. The beach/water access isn't great, given the proximity of the water during all but low tide, but the elevation and deck make up for it as a great place to sit, listen to the waves, watch the shooting stars and admire the beautiful water, all with a nice breeze. There are plenty of beach access spots in either direction as well. The house is large; we were a total of five and had more than enough room to spread out. Kitchen is well stocked and well organized, and we especially enjoyed the lobster available at the nearby Prime Island Deli and Meats. Both it and Smitty's (both about 7 or 8 minutes away) are great, with good variety and reasonable (relative) prices. In summary would highly recommend the house as a great place to stay on the island.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

4/10 Poor

Al C.

Warning...

Stayed at Tarbay with my wife and three daughters.We had emailed Monica,the property Manager,the week before arriving to arrange groceries to be picked up.We were traveling on Sunday,and Monday was a Holiday on the island so the stores would be closed.Monica was kind enough to respond back quickly and confirmed our list was received and she would handle it.Upon our arrival to the house we found the groceries were left on the counter over night and there was chicken and ground beef juice all over the counter.Needless to say not a great start to our vacation.Tuesday morning while getting ready to head out to find another beach we notice rat feces in the pantry closet off the kitchen and a rat trap in the upstairs closet in master bathroom closet.Slightly concern that there might be a rodent problem in the house we contact Monica to advise her and were told that "it is summer time so the wildlife is active",but she would ask Clio to stop on her way home and clean the pantry out, which she did.When we arrived home after being at the beach all day preparing dinner and relaxing on the back deck,my daughter came outside and informed me that the toilets downstairs were not flushing.No worries I thought, boy was I wrong.Not only did the toilets not flush,but the showers down stairs,which no one used yet,were starting to back up and the water was now starting to over flow into one of the bedrooms off the kitchen.We proceeded to empty the room of luggage and clothes,which were now wet,and lay towels across the door entry to see if we could prevent the water from going into the kitchen and living room area.I texted Monica and she responded with, "we are living in a third world country where problems like this do happen", and "we could not find a plumber in New York at 11pm at night and that is a City known for the City that never sleeps".Well it wasn't 11pm when I texted first of all and second, we just wanted some direction on what to do so the house wouldn't get flooded.With that said,she was able to get a hold of a plumber and he did in fact come over that night but he could really do anything but said he would be back in the morning.He shows up in the morning,but no Monica? At first he seemed puzzled,but told me he found the issue,the septic tank was full.He would arrange for pump out and call Monica to have the downstairs cleaned.Once these issues were resolved, we had a lovely stay, but couldn't recommend Tarbay based on the way this was handled.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

pamela t.

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

Best Location!!!

Beautiful house and pool on the best beach on the island. We all loved this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Beautiful place!

Very clean and spacious! Pool was great after a day in the sun. Great location and very responsive owners and home caretaker (Cleo). Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

Infinity Pool, Location, and great spot for a friends vacation

Accommodating hosts that sent great recommendations before our trip, grocery shopped before we arrived, and were flexible with our dates and check-out time. We loved all that the house had to offer- beach chairs, coolers, snorkeling gear, etc. The pool and deck layout can’t be beat. We explored the whole island and loved being centrally located- don’t miss Shoreline, Hooper’s Beach, Cocoplum beach and bistro, pig/iguana tour, Tropics of Cancer beach and Santanas. Gotta recommend Shirley’s and karoake on Friday night at Mark’s. Our boat rental fell through and Graeme helped us easily secure an amazing boat for our group of 10. We loved the separate bedrooms and bathrooms and many outdoor spaces to enjoy the sun and stars for our group of 3 families.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary D’Eon

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We would describe ourselves as adventure travelers. Mark and I traveled to some of the most beautiful places on earth and stayed in the top hotels. We recently found paradise in Exuma. We spend a lot of time here. We would love to share this beautiful place with you and as a semi permanent resident I know all the great places to go and things to do. We have decorated our island home with art and items from the island and it is a natural home for your to enjoy. I love nature, art in all forms, yoga and people. My style of traveling is to get to know what the locals do and we have become familiar with everything that Exuma has to offer. My style of hosting is to share all my fabulous tips and experiences with my guests. I am very proud of my ability to connect with people and nature. I am a great hostess because I love life to the fullest.

Why they chose this property

We first came upon Tarbay and the Exumas on a trip from Miami in October 2013. Like many we were unfamiliar with the Exumas but were looking for a golf holiday. We saw what intrigued us: beautiful and empty white sandy beaches with the most beautiful clear blue waters we have ever seen. One evening we watch as the orange moon rose up out of the ocean into the sky. The next night we saw a rainbow that ran from one end of the sky to the other. The physical beauty of the Island overwhelmed us.

What makes this property unique

Our goal was to make One Tar Bay into a beach house we always dreamt of. We hope you will love it as much as we do. We have added local and personal touches to help you to see the beauty of the island in all its glory. Our house has the best location on the island and we are happy to share it.

Languages:

English, French