LOCATION:

This charming family operated resort village of 15 cottages and villas is located on remote Cat Island, one of the more underdeveloped Out Islands in the Bahamas, a short 5-minute drive from The Bight Airport in Cat Island. The property is spread out along a long private beach with great views of the sunsets. The staff is very friendly and casual and provide for a very relaxed atmosphere.

ROOM FEATURES:

All units are constructed of native stone and tile, feature open patios which overlook the sea, with sliding glass doors, overhead fans and large windows. 
The cottages have garden/shower, queen size bed, walk in closet, coffee maker & small refrigerator, tile floors, overhead fans, air-conditioning, sliding glass doors, seaside terrace & tropical gardens. (No TV) Maximum occupancy is 2 persons.
The 2-bedroom villas have 2 queen-size beds, living area, dining room, fully equipped kitchen, garden shower, beachfront terrace, stone or tile floors, sliding glass or French doors, overhead fans air conditioned bedrooms and tropical gardens. Maximum occupancy is 4 persons. (No TV)

In Room amenities consist of daily supply of Tea & Coffee, Shampoo, Cream rinse, Body Lotion, beach towels, Lounge Chairs, beach umbrellas and a water float are provided by the hotel.

Accommodation for children 15y and under is free and can be accommodated in the villas only.

HOTEL FEATURES:

Fernandez Bay Village features a restaurant with an indoor/outdoor dining area. The restaurant serves an à la Carte breakfast or a continental breakfast, a light lunch and a dinner buffet featuring island specialties. The daily breakfast buffet consists of fresh fruit, home made breads, cereal, yogurt, pancakes, French toast, bacon, sausage, grits, home fries, a selection of cheeses and eggs. Lunches are a la carte, and at dinner, appetizers are searched at Honors Beach Bar followed by a dinner buffet. All meals can be enjoyed on the beach-front terrace or inside the thatch-roof dining room. Of course, locally caught fish and lobster are popular every day all year long. While meals are not included, meal plans are available.
Fernandez Bay Village also features a grocery/souvenir store, Library, Game room, children's play ground and baby-sitting services on request. Outside at the Tiki Bar guests gather to socialize and enjoy pre-dinner drinks and appetizers.

WHAT-TO-DO:

Guests can take advantage of the resort kayak, sailboat, beach lounge chairs and umbrellas and the 13-foot Boston Whalers (at a fee). There's a resort gift shop and club house. Boat, van and bicycle rentals are available with the assistance of the hotel. Scuba diving is available at either Greenwood Inn or Hawks Nest. Water skiing and fishing are available from the hotel at additional charge with prior notification. Snorkelling equipment, canoes & kayaks are available at no additional cost, and can be used to explore the vast mangrove creek area surrounding a portion of the property.

HELPFUL HINTS:

Fernandez Bay Village offers quiet secluded accommodations, for the enjoyment of those seeking rest and relaxation with no contact with the outside world. There are no TV's; a telephone is available if necessary.
The property works on a Honour System, meaning no cash changes hands except on checkout.

There is no commercial bank nearby on Cat Island; however the hotel accepts VISA, MC, AMEX cards, Travellers Checks and cash. Prebooking of a meal plan is suggested unless you have rented a car for your stay and plan on doing some exploring.
It is suggested that any medication or items that you need be brought with you to Cat Island, as only minimal items are available for purchase on the island.

Air transportation between Nassau and The Bight Cat Island is available daily with a combination of Cat Island Air, Sky Bahamas or Bahamasair. Inter-island charters can be arranged and are a very convenient way of getting between the islands. Services between Ft. Lauderdale and Cat Island (The Bight Airport) can be arranged with Gulfstream/Continental or Lynx Air for approximately $370.00 per person round trip.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

Climate: Average temperature in the summer is high 91, mid 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter is high 87 and low 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Evenings in the winter can be cool so pack a light sweater. Days are normally sunny and warm.

ELECTRICITY:

In the Bahamas the electricity is 120V, the same as in the USA.

MEDICAL SERVICES:

There is a clinic nearby. If you have a sensitive medical condition it is advisable to bring plenty of your own medication.

PHONE/FAX SERVICE:

There are no phones or computer access in any of the villas or cottages.
Phone calls and internet access are available at the front desk or at the clubhouse/bar area. Clubhouse has complimentary wireless internet on your personal laptop.

SHOPPING:

There are a few local straw shops and small grocery stores located within biking distance from Fernandez Bay Village. The clubhouse has a very nice boutique with tee shirts, maps, mugs, books clothes, etc.

NIGHTLIFE:

Week-ends at the ailing club you can dance to a DJ or hope for a chance to hear a rake and scrape band when they are performing. Nightly bonfires and the art of conversation are enjoyed at the Fernandez Bay Tiki-bar.