Hopetown:
Noted as one of Abaco's most charming villages, Hopetown's picturesque
colonial architecture clearly reflects the New England heritage
of its residents. Pastel homes of pink, blue, green and yellow are
surrounded by gardens bursting with vibrant color. One of the island's
most prominent views is Hopetown's famous candy-striped lighthouse.
Built in 1863, this historical monument remains as one of the few
manned lighthouses in the Bahamas today, still utilizing the original
brass weight mechanism.
There are 7 restaurants on the island. A detailed list is at the
house including current recommendations. Several of the bar/restaurants
offer nightly entertainment – you can check locally when you
arrive. Several also offer to pick you up and redeliver you home
after dinner if you would rather not drive at night.
 The Abaco Inn, a lodge/bar/restaurant just 5 minutes from the house.
Fishing is excellent . You can reef fish, deep sea or bonefish on some of
the best bonefishing flats in the Caribbean. Detailed information
is at the house or we can help before you arrive.
Snorkeling and diving are very popular in our area. Again, several
companies can outfit you. One local outfit on Elbow Cay is Froggies
Out Island Adventures. They offer snorkeling and scuba diving as
well as day trips on a large boat to such places as Little Harbour
on South Abaco and Nippers Bar and Grill on beautiful Guana Cay
– one of the islands just north of us which has an incredible
5 mile long beach. (www.froggiesabaco.com)
There are several spectacular beaches on our island including ones
where you can have a casual lunch at a restaurant and then snorkel
at the same location.
Conched Out has a large dock where you can keep your boat. Swimming
is also great right off the dock – and the sunsets are amazing.
GUEST INFORMATION
 INTERNET
ACCESS
WiFi access now available. Please bring your own laptop or other wireless device. Now offering free calls to the US through the WiFi connection once you have signed up for Internet access with our ISP in Marsh Harbour.
FOOD
There are several larger grocery “supermarkets” in Marsh
Harbour and it is advisable to do a main shopping there especially
if your stay is 2 weeks or longer as the prices are slightly better
( your cab driver will wait for you)There are several grocery stores
on Elbow Cay including Vernons, Harbour View, LVA and Sweetings Grocery
( a very short walk from our house).
It is also advisable to do your main liquor shopping at the several
stores in Marsh Harbour. There are 2 on our island but the prices
are higher than Marsh( again your cab driver will wait for you).
Depending on the time of the year, you may want to bring a sweatshirt
or sweater during the winter months. In general, you never wear
half of what you bring – dress is very casual on the island
including dinner dress.
US currency and travelers cheques are accepted everywhere. Most
shops and restaurants accept credit cards.
The house is fully equipped including of course linens and bath
towels.
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BEACH TOWELS.
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