Is Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach located?

This Forbes Hill holiday home is on the beach, steps from Lucayan Archipelago and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tropic of Cancer Beach and Little Exuma Beaches. Salt Pond and Fowl Cay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Papaya House Exuma on Spectacular Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

25 Jun 2023

Perfect Beach

The location and beach of this home is perfect.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chantel F.

8 Aug 2023

Amazing Family Trip

The Papaya House was amazing. Love Beach is as beautiful as it sounds. Despite the beauty of the house, my favorite part was being able to snorkel from the beach in front of the house.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

rod b.

27 Apr 2022

Beautiful Beach

The house was very nice with plenty of space and beautiful views. We enjoyed sitting on the patio, the beautiful view and enjoyed the beach area.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Austyn S.

12 Jun 2023

Most Beautiful Beach!!

We had some stormy weather and we were very thankful for the generator! The beach is the most beautiful on the island!! House is great too!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie I.

23 Jan 2023

Paradise

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Papaya House. We will be back.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

10 Jul 2023

Amazing home on beautiful Love Beach!

We had a great stay at the Papaya House! Had everything we needed and really appreciated having the generator! Onike was great while we were there and always responded quickly to any questions we had. Loved the location and the house with all the extras such as the kayaks, paddle board and floating mat! Can not wait to return to Exuma!

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

14 Apr 2023

Best beach destination ever!

This is our second visit to Papaya House. Absolutely thrilled with the location, definitely not a place for partying and night life which we were not interested in…such a relaxing, pristine vacation to a safe and friendly small island. We have traveled over the years and visited some of the best beaches in the Caribbean and none are better than Love Beach. We will look forward to a return visit ASAP!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

16 Mar 2023

Sheer Beauty

This place was awesome! Can’t imagine waking up to a more beautiful view. The house was super clean and stocked with everything you could possibly need for a fabulous week from games, to kayaks, to beach toys, etc. The owners and Onike were super helpful and friendly and answered all of our questions. I would definitely go back and stay at there again!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rami W.

17 Apr 2023

Amazing House and Cove

The house was beyond our expectations. Videos and pictures of the cove doesn't do justice. You have to see it in person. Host was great, always responded right away. Didn't have any issues and everything was great. Can't wait stay at this house again.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

2 Apr 2023

Ben Porter

We had the most wonderful week, the house is absolutely gorgeous amenities fantastic views spectacular every room has a breathtaking view when waking could not have been happier. Onike the property manager was very helpful and had great recommendations for us thank you again to home owners and everyone involved would highly recommend. Ben and Alicia Porter

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

26 Dec 2021

Perfect view and location!

We had an incredible week at Papaya House! The house is comfortable and the view cannot be beat. Little Exuma is quiet and we loved visiting Tropic of Cancer beach (and the bar at the beach became a favorite as well...) and Coco Plum Beach but the beach at the house was our favorite. The screened pavillion was the perfect place for the kids to play and we enjoyed the terrace overlooking the ocean very much. The bedrooms were very nice sizes and the showers were awesome! It was great having water toys (kayak, blow up rafts, etc.) provided. We also loved having the telescope to star gaze at night. We hope to return!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Jackie C.

10 Jun 2021

Great Home

Great Home with all the things and amenities mentioned. Only problem was the TV was hard to figure out, also only one TV in the entire home. Some issues with the water reservoir, no phone connection in the house - I asked but didn't get a straight answer. Overall great location very private, but I think they need to work on the things mentioned.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

26 Jan 2015

Beautiful

This house is amazing. The house is very well equipped with everything you could ever need. Very clean and very comfortable. The veiw from every room is breathtaking. The private beach is so amazing. With three rooms with all full baths and king size beds the house would easily accommodate three couples. King size beds were comfortable, sheets and towels were top notch also. The location is remote and privet yet very safe. Get a rental car and everything is easily accessible. You have everything thing you need to cook at home or your close enough to eat out. You won't be disappointed!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

1 Apr 2016

Beyond our dreams

The Papaya House was everything we hoped for in a beach house/villa. All three King bedroom suites had views of the ocean, so the six of us were very happy. The beach was beautiful and private; pictures don't do justice to the scenery. We had quick and efficient communication with Jackie (owner) and on site assistance from John and Onike. Any questions were answered and all needs were met. We enjoyed boat tours to Thunderball grotto for snorkeling and Sandy Key to wander the beach. Santana's and Tropic Breeze were fantastic restaurants. We are have having food withdrawal without our daily lobster or seafood. We would recommend this location to friends and family.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2016

6/10 Okay

Angela F., Arlington heights, Ma

23 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Papaya House

We got to the house for check in for 4pm and the cleaners were still there until 6:30pm so we were unable to settle in. The AC and refrigerator did not work downstairs. The towels were still wet and floors still full of sand. This house is definitely a beautiful place with a gorgeous beach however we did not appreciate what we walked into after traveling all day.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Sylvain C.

2 Sept 2022

The view from the House and the beachfront location are amazing

We really enjoyed our stay at Papaya House. The location, in beachfront and the view from the house are amazing. However, we had the feeling that the owners don't often spend time in the house and we had some issues with the equipment. We were not able to make the dish washer work properly, there was no cover on the trash can and the seal of the fridge was worn out. That said, the owner was very nice, very communicative, and compensated us for the inconvenience, which was very appreciated. The Property Manager was also very communicative and helpful. The location in Little Exuma is a bit far from George Town, but some may appreciate the quietness of the location. Overall, I recommend but I suggest the owner fix kitchen equipment first.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J.

4 Jun 2019

Beautiful house on the best beach

We were looking for a peaceful retreat on the beach. What we got was a beautiful home located on the best beach on the island. Every room has ocean views. Loved the garden with the fresh vegetables and herbs. We made use of the newly built screened in porch too. Not very many homes have 2 master suites and this house offers 3! All facing the water with large sliding doors so you can fall asleep listening to the waves. We were far enough away from the airport that we decided to rent a car but found that the island is so small that nothing is far. The owners provided a book of suggestions for activities. This was extremely helpful. Thanks to this beautiful home and all of the little touches our dreams of a fabulous beach retreat vacation was by far exceeded!! Thank you!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Cheryl E.

30 Jul 2022

Best Beach

This beach is why we booked this house! And it did not disappoint. We’ve been to Exuma before and this is by far, one of our favorite beaches. We enjoyed snorkeling and even swam with a turtle in front of the house. The house needs some TLC. The kitchen is bright! Different from the posted pics. However, it still needs some updating. The bathroom showers are great, but some light fixtures were missing and dents/scuffs in the walls. We did have a septic issue while staying there. The manager was very responsive and worked with us to fix the problem, but we didn’t have water for almost 24 hours. The owners also responded to messages immediately and were apologetic. This house could be amazing with some updates and love.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

16 May 2016

Papaya House

This was our second time in Exuma and we certainly plan on returning, especially to Papaya House! The Islands of Exuma themselves are majestic on their own and Papaya makes the trip all the more special. Better than listed on the description. We stayed for one week in January, the home was clean and well stocked with beach essentials. We made great use of the kayaks, snorkeled, and spent as much time as possible near the beach reading and relaxing. The guide book written by the homeowners was all we needed to navigate our way through the week. We had a few days of rainy weather but did not deter us from keeping ourselves busy or simply relaxing and enjoying the views that Papaya House has to offer. Spent a rainy day exploring Coco Plum beach to look for sand dollars which was fantastic! (rec. in the guide book) Jackie was always prompt in her replies and considerate of our needs for the trip. So thankful they share this home with others and cannot wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

martha s., Southlake

30 Jul 2023

Great house and location

Pretty much as pictured and you’re right on the beach - really no reason to leave. They also have kayaks, paddle posts and some floats in garage. But it is also fun to explore! We speant a half day w Exuma water sports to see the swimming pigs and the snorkeling was phenomenal. We also rented a boat at Minns and explored on our own- this is a MUST! And have lunch at chat n chill. The kitchen in the home is pretty small and we found it easier to use the local Chef Ann who is amazing but about $100pp that includes the food. There are not any dinner options to eat out that we found but lunch spots were all good- tropic breeze and Santanas are both close by and great for lunch. The house was great but could use a little TLC - bathroom towel bars were loose and seemed to be an issue w one of the gas burners (gas leak?) that the property manager is looking into. Sofa was not very comfortable (futon type) but overall I still give it 5 stars because the beach, outdoor space, location, and access to chef exceeded our expectations- don’t get me wrong the home and room decor are beautiful- just some minor things they could update as mentioned. Do rent a car when you come!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Pamela S.

11 Feb 2016

Very nice.

We had a wonderful stay at Papaya house. The weather was perfect though it would have been nice to have more kayaking days -- just too rough. The house was more than adequate, and, in fact, the 4th bedroom is not as cramped as advertised, though it did not have its own bathroom. The kitchen was supplied very well -- even a bread maker which we did not use -- though some fry pans need to be replaced. Furniture , both inside and outside, was fine. Bedding was clean and comfortable and bathrooms were very well designed. The house next door is under construction and will be quite close when completed, but we met the owners and they were delightful. Onike was very helpful and engaging and we appreciated her efforts to make our stay more comfortable. The roads were MUCH improved from our last visit 20 years ago! As always, the sand and turquoise water were enchanting. Dinner at Santana's and Ocean Breeze -- aka wind -- were delightful and the food is great. Thanks to the Ferris's for a lovely vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

31 Oct 2014

Amazing private beachfront house with all the comforts of home!

Four of us stayed at the papaya house and were blown away with the location and house amenities. The private beach is amazing with crystal clear water, perfect sand and plenty to explore - by kayak or foot. The house has every amenity you could need - large bedrooms with comfortable beds and cold A/C; each with a perfect view of the beach and a large private bath with huge walk-in showers. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare a meal, although we rarely cooked beyond breakfast. Almost every night we walked next door to La Shante for a private meal with the best pina coladas. Having a washer/dryer was also fantastic. Beyond the stunning beach and view, the Papaya house has all the little things to make the perfect vacation - a coffee pot, all kitchen necessities, filtered water, great kayaks, plenty of beach towels, etc. The homeowner was extremely easy to work with in planning our vacation and provided great suggestions; and she was easy to get a hold of with any questions upon arrival, although we had everything we needed and everything went so smoothly we barely contacted her. The house is also just a short drive from one of our favorite spots - Santanas - great food and beautiful location. All in all, one of our best trips to an island in the Bahamas, definitely the best house we have rented, and we all hope to return!

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

26 Mar 2023

Beautiful Property and Wonderful Property Management

The home is absolutely breathtaking - the photos do not do it justice. Those in my party were pleasantly surprised by how immaculate and cozy the property was. Onike (property manager) was superb, answered questions promptly before and during our stay. She provisioned the house with some grocery items, arranged for us to have an in-home chef experience with Rondell, which was some of the best food we’d ever had! Onike also provided pertinent info about getting around, places to go and things to see. Additionally, Onike recommended Luther, who was our driver for the week and he too was amazing as we left the driving to him! Our group will definitely be back again to stay at the Papaya House. The only thing we would change or prepare for better next time is to use baby oil or a repellent for sand flies. There was some available in the home but because we are from the U.S., we didn’t realize we should’ve been using the repellent so instead used something similar to “Off” vs the sand fly spray — mainly because we just weren’t familiar with tropical locations. All of this to say, our stay was pretty darn perfect and we will return again and we highly recommend this property. Huge thank you to Onike!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

27 Feb 2023

Birthday celebration

We had a wonderful trip! The first part of the trip was with our daughters and their husband &/or boyfriends. There was adequate and private bedrooms for all! The second half of the trip was with our friends! The house was fully stocked with appliances, including a bread making machine, blender and margarita machine, utensils for cooking and oils and spices for cooking. There are two grills outside and a large dining area for our huge group! There is also a garden full of herbs, vegetables and fruits to use for meals. The House Manager, Onike', was absolutely a gem! I would take advantage of having her provision the house with food prior to your arrival, as we met other travelers on the island that did not utilize this option. Also, she and her husband create some delicious meals, so take them up on that option too! Prior to occupying their home, the hosts answered all of our questions whenever we inquired! They sent us some great info regarding excursions and etc. The house is stocked with lots of movies, Netflix, disney plus and a huge variety of games. In addition, a telescope and binoculars. We stayed quite active using the tandem kayaks and all of the rafts/floats they have in their garage. The private beach that this house sits on is truly amazing! The ocean hues of blue and turquoise were beyond spectacular! The stars at night were sensational! Make sure to read the book that the hosts leave as they outline all of the activities.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

15 Sept 2016

What an amazing beach!

The house itself was nice. The bedrooms and bathrooms were spacious. The fourth bedroom is small, but worked fine for two kids. I would think twice before making two adults sleep there. The kitchen had a lot of spices, plates, cups, mixing bowls, cake pans, pizza pans, wine/beer bottle openers, knives, Tupperware...the list goes on and on. We did most of our cooking at home, and the kitchen had everything we needed. There is an icemaker, as well as large & small coolers in the garage. There is also an air compressor, beach umbrellas, tons of snorkel gear, fishing poles, pool floats, and toys. Despite being in a warm location, we didn't have any issues with bugs in the house. I did bring ant poison along just in case, but never needed it. There are tiny biting bugs that appear when it is not sunny. This was mentioned in different reviews, bug spray worked well for some of us. The little bugs liked some of us more than others, I get bit every vacation no matter where we stay! There was plenty of bug spray/repellants in the cupboard at the house-but we brought some from home just to be certain we didn't run out. We decided Little Exuma and Love Beach were the ideal spots to stay on the island. The beach in front of the house couldn't be more perfect. The construction next door should be finished by September 17, 2016 according to people working there. The new home is close in proximately, but the back of the pool house is closest to you and would certainly not take away from your stay. There will be 4 homes on this little stretch of paradise, we rarely saw anyone else. It was like our own private beach most of the vacation, we saw other people twice. We visited Coco Plum beach on the north end of Great Exuma. It takes about 45 minutes to get there and is worth the drive. Make sure you go during low tide to see the sand bars and sand dollars. I found these directions and they got us there with no issue..."travel north past Steventon until you see the turnoff for Barreterre, keep going straight. Take the first right onto a dirt road past that intersection". We fished off of the bridge between Great and Little Exuma with hand reels and balloons. We were able to hook into tarpon (never landed any), sharks, barracuda, and many other fish. We also saw lots of turtles and some dolphins from the bridge. You can purchase squid at Brown's Marina, it will be on your left before you get to Little Exuma from Georgetown. LOVED IT HERE

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

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