4 soveværelser4 badeværelserPlads til 14 personer335 m2
Populære faciliteter
Havudsigt
Pool
Boblebad
Køkken
Vaskemaskine
Tørretumbler
Den nuværende pris er 10.163 kr.
10.163 kr.
inkluderer skatter og gebyrer
25. maj - 26. maj
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Om overnatningsstedet
Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma
INDIGO HOUSE- SITS ATOP ITS OWN POCKET BEACH 3,200 SqFt under air - 4 bed & 3.5 bath, sleeps 10-14 Open the 24' stacking glass Nano Wall and feel the outdoors come in from the moment you walk in the house. Capture the ocean and sunsets while in the pool. Sunbath, meditate, nap, dance, or get a private massage on over water cabana hovering over the translucent Caribbean water.
-Two King Primary Suites - Queen Bedroom connected by way of a jack and jill bathroom to a Twin Bedroom (4 twin xl beds, 2 are trundles) -3,500' SqFt three level wood decking with a lighted boardwalk down to the ocean, steps will lead you to the private silky sand pocket beach. -Fully Featured Kitchen -Dining seating for 20 -Outdoor Kitchen/Bar with grill and Ice Maker -Heated Pool - In pool seating overlooking the ocean - Have a drink while sitting in the pool. -Soft, luxury linens -Full sized washer and dryer -Driveway parking for plenty of cars -Excellent Fiber Optic Wi-Fi - Steps leading to private pocket beach
The house is built at the top of a hill on the highest point in the surrounding area and then gently slopes down 150’ to a spectacular pocket beach.
Indigo House is strategically located between the airport (2 miles) and the sprawling Emerald Bay Resort (3 miles) complete with Greg Norman's championship golf course and a world-class mega-yacht marina.
SERVICES: Our property manager, Shanell, will escort you from the airport to Indigo House. Car rental is recommended and available at the airport.
Complimentary house cleaning every 3 days during your stay, additional housekeeping is available.
Grocery Service- have the house stocked with your grocery list prior to arrival.
Catering or in-house chef to meet your budget and needs, from intimate breakfasts to large extravagant dinners.
Our wonderful and knowledgeable island raised Property Manager will assist you with all your needs.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 1. IS YOUR HOUSE STOCKED WITH ESSENTIALS? Yes, the house is stocked toilet paper, antibacterial hand soap, dish soap and garbage bags; starter amounts of dishwasher detergent, washing machine detergent and paper towel are provided. We have beach towels for you too!
2. CAN WE GET DOWN TO THE BEACH FROM THE PROPERTY? Yes, steps go down to the beach. Tides make the beach smaller/larger. Beach can be very small or covered by water in June and July.
3.IS THE OCEAN SWIMMABLE? Yes, beautiful white sand bottom and just the right temperature. There are days that are perfectly flat and days with big waves (fun for some), but I would rather stay on the deck watch and listen to the crashing of the waves.
4. IS THERE ALWAYS BEACH, EVEN A HIGH TIDE? There is usually beach. The beach size, shape and depth changes with tides. Smallest beach in late June and July, but you can still take steps down to water. Tide Table link: www.tide-forecast.com/locations/Steventon-Great-Exuma-Island-Bahamas/tides/latest
5. SHOULD WE RENT A CAR? Yes, car rental is advised. The island has only one main road making getting around easy.
6. ARE THERE DIRECT FLIGHTS TO EXUMA? There are direct flights from Miami (American Airlines), Fort Lauderdale (Silver), Atlanta (Delta), Canada, Charlotte and Nassau. More direct flights are being added.
7. DO YOU HAVE A BABY CRIB? Yes, a crib with linens is available upon request
8. DO YOU HAVE SNORKEL EQUIPEMNT, PADDLE BOARDS, OR KAYAKS? Indigo House has snorkel equipment and Boogie boards for guest use. Peace and Plenty Beach Club on stocking island has snorkel equipment, paddle boards and kayaks, just for the asking. (we still recommend you bring some of your own snorkel equipment) This beach club is specular, for a days adventure, we recommend catching the boat shuttle from the Peace and Plenty Hotel in George Town over to the Beach Club on Stocking Island. From there you can go to Chat n Chill and walk to the path to the windward beach.
9. DO YOU HAVE Wi-Fi? Yes, we have super-fast fiber optic Wi-Fi.
The airport code for Exuma is GGT. Our house manager, Shanell, will greet you at the airport, escort you to the house and show you the property. Indigo House is located three miles north of the airport on a coastal road named Breakwater Drive which runs parallel to the main thoroughfare on the island, The Queens Highway.
Rental Cars We recommend that you get a rental car so you can explore Exuma. Most rental companies have a presence at the Airport or will park your rental in the airport parking lot to make it convenient for you.
OUT ISLAND CAR RENTAL: WhatsApp 242-524-2434; shanellpinder@live.com
EXUMA CAR RENTAL Phone 242-345-0090 Website: www.exumacarrental.com
A little more helpful information: • Grocery Stores: George Town has a couple of grocery stores and other shops to get provisions. Located in Georgetown, Exuma Markets is the largest grocery store on the island, but we prefer Prime Island Meats. • Prime Island Meats is located 5 miles south of the airport and is our first and best choice for food. It is owned by an immensely helpful guy from New Jersey. It has freshly imported meats (steak, chicken, pork, lamb, sausages) and seafood, as well as other grocery items like fruits and vegetables. They offer call ahead ordering. 242-336-3627. They are closed on Sundays. • Convenience Stores: (Liquor/Wine/Beer): Bowes Shopping Plaza is a strip mall 3 miles north of the airport and close to Indigo House. Also, Smitty's (basic food, liquor and pharmacy)-located 6 miles south of the airport. • Concierge Grocery Stocking: It is nice to arrive at Indigo House and have it freshly stocked with groceries and beverages. We offer this option through our on-island property manager. In preparation for your stay, we will send you a checklist of items and she will do the shopping for you!
We hope that you choose Indigo House as your host property for your Exuma holiday. As the principal owners of three hotels on the island, we strive to provide Exuma’s best experiences. -The Peace and Plenty Beach Club is a total joy. Spend your day bouncing between Peace and Plenty Beach Club and the nearby Chat N Chill Beach Club. It also allows for exploring the 2-mile windward “wild ocean” beach on the other side of Stocking Island. A great natural adventure for the whole family. Catch the boat shuttle from the Peace and Plenty Hotel in George Town over to the Beach Club on Stocking Island. . -Rent a small boat from Minn’s Water Sports info@mwsboats.com 242-336-3483 and go explore. Ask Minn’s to provide maps of the sandbars and coral reefs. You will experience the enjoyment of boating from island to island in some of the most beautiful waters in the world. End the day at the Peace and Plenty Beach Club for food, drinks and fun. The perfect day! -Visit the various restaurants on the island, hang out and connect with the local people. Exuma is a small, low population island where everyone knows and looks out for each other. Crime (especially against foreigners) is virtually non-existent. Go out there and mix it up! Keep in mind, occasionally due to season, weather, power outages, etc., restaurants, stores, boats are not always open or on time.
-Enjoy Indigo House! To max out the experience, open the 24' central stacking glass Nano doors and let the wind rush in. Turn on music via the TV and let it play throughout the house. Sit outside on the deck at night and watch the moon rise over the ocean. Sit down on the benches near the water and watch the waves bounce sideways against the coral rocks. Do exercises/yoga under the shaded pavilion down by the water. Swim in the ocean, use the boogie boards, snorkel, and look for lobsters in the coral heads. Skinny Dip, if not here…. where?
Faciliteter på overnatningsstedet
Strand
På stranden
Strandhåndklæder
Strandliggestole
Pool- og spafaciliteter
Boblebad
Massage
Opvarmet pool
Privat pool
Udendørs pool
Internet
Tilgængeligt i huset: gratis Wi-Fi
Parkering og transport
Limousineservice
Bil til rådighed
Parkering på stedet
Køkken
Blender
Brødrister
Elkedel
Hummer-/krabbegryde
Isterningmaskine
Kaffe-/temaskine
Kogeplade
Krydderier
Køkkengrej, tallerkener og køkkenredskaber
Køkkenrulle
Køkkenø
Køleskab
Mikrobølgeovn
Opvaskemaskine
Ovn
Spisning
Kokkeservice
Spisebord
Soveværelser
4 soveværelser
Sengelinned til rådighed
Badeværelse
3,5 badeværelser
Bruser
Håndklæder til rådighed
Hårtørrer
Shampoo
Sæbe
Toiletpapir
Opholdsområder
Separat spiseområde
Spisebord
Stue
Underholdning
Smart-tv med kabel-/satellitkanaler
Spil
Stereoanlæg
Udendørsarealer
Balkon
Grillfaciliteter
Udendørs møbler
Tøjvask
Vaskemaskine
Vaskeri
Arbejdsområder
Printer
Skrivebord
Skrivebordsstol
Komfort
Aircondition
Kæledyr
Kæledyr er ikke tilladt
Hjælp til personer med et handicap
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Røgfrit overnatningssted
Service og tjenester
Begrænset rengøring
Pengeskab
Service til udbringning af mad
Strygejern/strygebræt
Områdets højdepunkter
Tæt på havet
Tæt på marinaen
Ved vandet
Oplevelser
Båd
Opvarmet pool
Udstyr til vandsport
Sikkerhedsforanstaltninger
Kuliltedetektor (værten har angivet, at der er en kuliltedetektor på overnatningsstedet)
Røgalarm (værten har angivet, at der er en røgalarm på overnatningsstedet)
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Kæledyr
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Børn og ekstra senge
Børn er velkomne
Begivenheder
Tilladte arrangementer: familiesammenkomster og fødselsdagsfester
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Rygning
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Fester og events (inkl. familiesammenkomster og fødselsdagsfester) er tilladt på stedet. Maks. antal deltagere: 20
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Om området
Denne feriebolig befinder sig på stranden i Farmer's Hill. Rolletown Grave er en lokal seværdigheder, du kan opleve. Er du mere interesseret i stedets natur, kan du kigge forbi Emerald Bay Beach og Three Sisters Beach. Besøg vores rejseguide til Farmer's Hill
Har Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma en pool?
Ja, dette overnatningssted har en udendørs pool. Blandt pooltyperne finder du en opvarmet pool.
Hvad koster det at overnatte hos Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma?
Priserne for 1 nat for 2 voksne hos Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma den 25. maj 2026 starter fra 10.163 kr., inkl. skatter og gebyrer, fra og med den 16. maj 2026. Denne pris er baseret på den laveste pris pr. nat fundet inden for de seneste 24 timer for ophold i de næste 30 dage. Priser kan til enhver tid ændres. Vælg dine datoer for mere præcise priser.
Er Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma et kæledyrsvenligt overnatningssted?
Nej, kæledyr er ikke tilladt på dette overnatningssted.
Hvor meget koster parkering hos Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma?
Der er mulighed for parkering på overnatningsstedet.
Hvornår er indtjekning på Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma?
Indtjekning starter kl. 16.00.
Hvornår er udtjekning på Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma?
Udtjekning er kl. 10.30.
Hvor ligger Indigo House - The Coolest House On Exuma?
Dette feriested i Farmer's Hill ligger på stranden, mindre end 5 km fra Emerald Bay Beach, Three Sisters Beach og Moss Town Beach. Derudover ligger beach near Queen's Highway og Hoopers Bay Beach ca. 15 km derfra.
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Området
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Overnatningsstedets tilstand og faciliteter
Anmeldelser
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Kate H.
12. jan. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
The house manager was exceptional. The house was very nice with great views.
Kate H.
Overnattede 5 nætter i december 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Tim T.
21. jan. 2026
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
We had an amazing vacation stay at Indigo House.The house was clean, comfortable, and almost exactly as described—Sliding wall of doors did not open fully as pictured. A couple of support posts have been installed that interfere with opening the doors.The house was well-equipped with most everything we needed. Frequent power outages without a working generator did put a damper on things though.The location was perfect and made getting around easy. The host was friendly and responsive, Overall, we truly enjoyed our time at Indigo House.
Tim T.
Overnattede 10 nætter i januar 2026
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Joanna W.
22. mar. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Awesome property
Beautiful house. Pool was so nice to have and beach access out the back door was amazing!
Joanna W.
Overnattede 6 nætter i marts 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Brad H.
6. mar. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great view
Had a great time great views
Brad H.
Overnattede 4 nætter i februar 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Clark T.
12. sep. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Amazing time
House was perfect
Clark T.
Overnattede 5 nætter i september 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
scott B.
20. jul. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
This was our family trip for my father-in-law‘s 70th birthday and it did not disappoint. The house is in a perfect location with a beautiful views that you’ll get nowhere else. With access to the peace and plenty I can’t imagine it being better. We were there mid July and had beach access the whole time. And our favorite part was the patio at the beachfront. We would definitely stay there again.
scott B.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Karen M.
7. feb. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Sunny
Extended our stay so tried a different location and turned out good
Karen M.
Overnattede 3 nætter i januar 2025
Verificeret
8/10 Godt
alison s.
3. sep. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
beautiful views
great house with beautiful views in Exuma!
alison s.
Overnattede 5 nætter i august 2024
Verificeret
8/10 Godt
Jennifer G.
28. jul. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed
Nice house and good location
It was a nice house and good location
Jennifer G.
Overnattede 8 nætter i juli 2023
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Darrell W.
31. jan. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Amazing
Stayed here for a family vacation, one of the lost amazing properties we have been to. Water was beautiful, home was super comfortable and the views were amazing! Will be looking to return in the future!
Darrell W.
Overnattede 6 nætter i januar 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Amy F.
29. apr. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Beautiful Home and Views
Our group of 8 adults and 1 teenager fit in this house comfortably. The house was clean and fully stocked with appliances. The house has amazing views. We all enjoyed our week of fun in the sun there.
Amy F.
Overnattede 7 nætter i april 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Jeff C.
6. feb. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Beautiful!
Beautiful home with a breathtaking view! We would definitely stay at the Indigo House again.
Jeff C.
Overnattede 7 nætter i januar 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Erin P.
2. jan. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Family Vacation
Great property! The house has a great layout and provides everything you need. Shanell did a wonderful job of timely communication and helping in anyway possible.
Erin P.
Overnattede 7 nætter i december 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Jacquelyn F.
26. apr. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
What a view!
Beautiful property with an open layout and spectacular view.
Jacquelyn F.
Overnattede 3 nætter i april 2023
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Lea B.
25. feb. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Couples Trip
Nice home, Quiet location & Private Beach. The big island in the kitchen was a great spot to gather around and the rooms were spacious. Each bedroom had an ocean view so no one missed out on the beautiful views.
Lea B.
Overnattede 6 nætter i februar 2023
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Sarah L.
23. feb. 2021
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Breathtaking views
Beautiful views, beautiful beach, beautiful home! The property owners and house manager were extremely responsive and helpful before and during our stay! We highly recommend this property.
Sarah L.
Overnattede 5 nætter i februar 2021
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Mary K.
11. mar. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Exuma Family Spring Break
Beautiful house right on beach. Property manager made everything easy from renting car to boating excursions. Thank you!
Mary K.
Overnattede 5 nætter i marts 2023
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Racquel C.
13. jul. 2023
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Beautiful home with amazing view of the ocean
The property was very nice. Only recommendation would be to replace the bed in the bedroom to the back without a door and repair the plumbing. But otherwise our stay was amazing.
Racquel C.
Overnattede 1 nat i juli 2023
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Mariah C.
15. jan. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Exceptional!
Great house on a beautiful secluded beach. Wonderful layout and comfortably accommodated our large group ranging from 7 month old to grandparents. Loved the open kitchen/dining/living room that open straight onto the patio/pool. Our kids spent hours everyday in the heated pool. Kitchen and linens are well stocked. Shanell is fantastic and is prompt to respond. We absolutely loved our stay and will be back. Thank you so much for a wonderful family vacation!
Mariah C.
Overnattede 7 nætter i januar 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Isabel V.
1. jul. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
This is the ONE!!
This location was beautiful, nicely decorated, and had an amazing view! I felt it was centrally located to all of our excursions and only a short 20-40 min drive to any location you wanted. We would definitely stay here again! Very big perk to stay at the Indigo and get access to peace and plenty. Thank you!!
Isabel V.
Overnattede 6 nætter i juni 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Christopher W.
20. feb. 2025
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Farmers Hill Heaven.
We stayed at Indigo House for the first week of February and it was absolute Heaven!!!! From the views, to the pool to the total privacy!! It was so romantic for the two of us. Shanell was a total gem!! Got us hooked up with some great massage therapist s Everything was perfect. We will definitely return!! Cheers!!
Christopher W.
Overnattede 7 nætter i februar 2025
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Tamara H.
22. jun. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Indigo House Family Trip
We were a family of 8, from grandparents to age 5, and we were delighted with Indigo House. The house had everything we needed and everything was in good working order. Great pool, great oceanfront, and great kitchen. Loved the free transport to Stocking Island as well. Property manager was helpful with anything we needed. We will be back!
Tamara H.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2024
Verificeret
8/10 Godt
Lynai J.
11. aug. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Relax in Comfort
Beautiful home located on a cliff less than 15 min from the airport. Heated pool, great AC, smart tvs in every room, comfortable beds. Home is exactly as pictured.
Direct access to the beach, but water was very rough during our stay. Gorgeous views from every room in the house and from the expansive deck.
Lynai J.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2022
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Vince S.
23. mar. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Picture perfect spot!
This house was amazing! You’ll love the private steps down to the beach and the house has everything you’ll need.
One thing to be aware of is that the island is known to lose power now and then and there is no generator at the house. Just go down and enjoy the beach or the pool until the power comes back on.
We can’t wait to come back!
Vince S.
Overnattede 7 nætter i marts 2024
Verificeret
10/10 Fremragende
Sheryl A.
4. jun. 2024
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Vacation of a lifetime!
This was a beautiful home with an open floor plan that accommodated the 11 of us very comfortably. The view was remarkable and the heated pool and deck area were a big hit with the kids. Although the use of the beach was limited, the breathtaking views and breeze from the ocean made up for it. We had plenty of swimming and snorkeling time on our two boat excursions with Awesome Al’s water sports. We would return in a heartbeat!