Discover Your Own Bahama Vacation Paradise!

SERENITY is a private waterfront cottage and home (Retreat) that can include a golf cart (your island car) and boat on the tiny island of Staniel Cay, Exumas, Bahamas, overlooking "Thunderball Grotto" of James Bond fame...snorkel inside the hollow island...a fantastic, natural fishbowl! The village of Staniel Cay, with its true Family Island atmosphere, is a short walk from Serenity.

Tired of following the crowd on a Caribbean cruise? Tired of waiting in crowded airports with long cab rides to get to your destination? Set your own memorable vacation pace on a small island that welcomes visitors of all ages. Staniel Cay in the Bahamas offers the best of a Caribbean vacation...white sand beaches, an ocean ridge hiking trail with incredible views, saltwater sport fishing and bonefishing, wonderful swimming spots, world-class snorkeling and friendly residents. Watch for the "green flash" as the sun sets into the sea. Fly from Fort Lauderdale early morning and be on the water or in a hammock on Serenity's deck by lunchtime...no hassles, no waiting, no crowds...the way a vacation should be!

24°10'30.19 N - 76°26'39.61 W

Serenity Retreat and Cottage August 2007

Cape Dory 25' sailboat "Searene" now available for day sailing or week charter.

Serenity Retreat and Cottage February 2007

Owner's information site of Staniel Cay and area.

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View from "Serenity" (NOT digitial!) and aerial view showing location on Staniel Cay.

Cottage Photos

Cottage Floor Plan

Enjoy your vacation...

 

A private get-away in Staniel Cay, Exumas, Bahamas (85 miles southeast of Nassau in the middle of the Exuma chain of islands...100 miles with 365 islands!), Serenity Cottage is ideal for two couples or a family seeking island exploration. The new round-design Serenity Cottage is right on the water overlooking Thunderball Grotto where parts of Splash, Never Say Never and Thunderball movies were filmed (third "rock" in above sunset photo). There is a separate boat house and dock for sunning, swimming, fishing, etc. Rental of cottage can include an electric golf cart (your car).

Cottage Amenities:

Two-story Serenity Retreat, adjacent to the cottage, is available for family groups requiring more space. The house has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, full kitchen with dishwasher, and washer/dryer. One downstairs bedroom, bath and laundry can be added to the cottage rental for an additional $1200/week.

For photos and description of Serenity Retreat, click here SERENITY RETREAT


RATES:

Holiday Season: Thanksgiving week, Christmas week (Cottage AND Retreat only) and New Year's week.
Rates are per week. Rentals normally run Saturday-Saturday.
PRICES MAY CHANGE...secure your rate by booking early.
Cottage only per night, up to 4 guests: $500 /night; 6 guests with additional bedroom/bath in Retreat: $650/night.
SERENITY AVAILABILITY CALENDAR
If Serenity is not available, please email your request as I also book other properties on the island.
Other Staniel Cay Rentals

 January 1-Aug. 9, 2008

  August 9 -December 20, 2008

  Holiday Season 2008
 Serenity Cottage
1-2 guests: $2800
with 13' boat: $3600
add golf cart: $385
 Serenity Cottage
1-2 guests: $2400
with 13' boat: $3200
add golf cart: $385
 
Serenity Cottage
1-2 guests: $3400
with 13' boat: $4000
add golf cart: $385
 
 Cottage AND Retreat
up to 10 guests: $8800
with 13' boat: $9600
add golf cart: $385
 Cottage AND Retreat
up to 10 guests: $8000
with 13' boat: $8800
add golf cart: $385
 Cottage AND Retreat
up to 10 guests: $9600
with 13' boat: $10,400
add golf cart: $385

A 17' Mako with Bimini top and new 90 hp Yamaha motor is available for $1500/week to boat-knowledgeable guests. Inquire.

For reservations and more information, email: marty@mwpr.com

Serenity Retreat/Cottage: 242-355-2036 or Bah cell: 242-357-0047

SENDING PAYMENTS: Make checks payable to:

Martha Wohlford
5780 SW 7th Street
Plantation, Fl 33317

GETTING TO STANIEL CAY

The Yacht Club plane flies most days from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. Call 954-771-0330 for info and reservations...remember, the "bus" doesn't go there...only the "limo!" That's what makes the island so special.

 
From Nassau, Bahamas (Please tell them you got their number from Marty Wohlford's Serenity website):
Dove Wings: 242-359-1491
Flamingo Air: 242-377-0354 (two flights a day per seat)
Golden Wings Charter: 242-377-0039
LeAir Charter: 242-377-2356
Take Flight Air Charters: 242-362-1877


The island of Staniel Cay is just over a mile square, with a native population of about 100. Everything is within walking distance. The island is a favorite vacation spot for cruising yachtsmen and private pilots, with good anchorages and a paved, 3,000 ft runway. There is a little village with General Store, Grocery & Gift Shops, Church, Clinic, three Restaurants/clubs and Community Picnic Beach. Activities include snorkeling, shelling, beachcombing, star-gazing, exploring other islands, and in general, enjoying the Good Life. Because Staniel Cay is so small and not serviced by major airlines, not too many people hear about it. That's its charm and beauty...and why you will return again and again.



Click for Nassau, Bahamas Forecast

Things to do and See while staying at Serenity

See the Exumas from Space!

Bahama Fishing Regulations

Splash - the Staniel Cay cat - Buy Online

More Photos

Serenity February 2008 showing 17' Mako, Boston Whalers, Cape Dory sailboat and inflatable kayak.

Warderick Wells with boats on moorings in ribbon of blue; Staniel Cay looking north; Staniel Cay village

Thunderball Grotto - a hollow island that is a natural fish bowl...swim in at slack tide and be amazed!

Sea garden in Serenity's front yard - and an area beach that says it all!

Boat dock with Whaler and view of Big Rock Cut.

Fish greeting at Thunderball and yet another sunset from the porch!

Click on New Serenity Progress Site for construction photos.

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All photos on website © Martha Wohlford