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Coral Gardens

Garden Road | Hoopers Bay, 29239, Great Exuma
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LindaH913
Littleton, Massachusetts
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012

We just spent a week at the Coral Gardens B&B and thoroughly enjoyed it. As others have mentioned, Peter and Betty are wonderful, knowledgeable and helpful hosts. We explored the island, and were amazed at the clear, turquoise water and white powdery sand. Many of the beaches were miles long and often we were the only people there. Quiet and... More

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peter oxley, Owner at Coral Gardens, responded to this review
February 15, 2012

Thank you for these lovely comments & they are especially welcome as you are experienced travellers in the Caribbean and able to make valuable comparisons. We hope that we can welcome you again sometime in the future - either to Exuma or our beach house in Long Island, Bahamas. Thanks & best wishes, Betty & Peter More

Alan b
Wilington, DE
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012

Peter had an in depth knowledge of wildlife, history, plants, places and things to do. I never found him in error or even over stating his factual understanding (which I am apt to do). He never overstayed his conversation and always left me wanting to hear more. He arranged for tours and bicycle rental. We tried to get dive trips... More

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Lee643
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012

If you are looking for a place just to unwind the exuma Island is the place to be, the people are very friendly and the have some of the best beaches in the world and we live in a country (Australia) that has them also so I feel Im qualified to judge! If you are looking for a B&B then... More

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peter oxley, Owner at Coral Gardens, responded to this review
February 9, 2012

Wow - our first guest review from round-the-world travellers!! So glad that we were able to welcome you to on part of your circumnavigation of the globe & hope that the final part of your journey back to Brisbane went well. We were so pleased to help you realise your dream of visiting Exuma & do hope inspite of the... More

Matteo A
Milano
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18 reviews
7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

Dear Folks, that's the perfect place to visit Great and Little Exuma, it's first of all a B&B, but Peter Oaxley, the gentleman owner of the mansion, can provide you also large apartments on the side of the house (up to a family of 6), or 2 apartments on the beach that are more expensive but very cool. The accomodation... More

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Tonni_67
Milan, Italy
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012

We've spent 1 week across the last Christmas holidays. We were staying at the apartments Bahamas Bliss, very nice location eventhough a little bit windy. The apartment was very nice, clean and with everything you may need to spend a relaxing vacation away from the city. We spent days on desert fantastic beaches with fantastic sea colors. Peter has been... More

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peter oxley, Owner at Coral Gardens, responded to this review
February 2, 2012

Hi both, So glad that you enjoyed your first visit to Exuma & thank you for your very kind TripAdvisor comments. You will be pleased to know that our new beach apartments for this summer are located on a protected & beautiful calm beach with little wind at any time. Hope we can welcome you again & best wishes from... More

Alberto B
Houston, Texas
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 28, 2011

We are a quite young Italian couple (33 years old) with a 1 & 1\2 year old boy. We decided to chose Exuma because we wanted something out of the main touristic route and we chose this B&B because it seemed to be more in line with the island’s expectations. We are still really happy about this B&B that resulted... More

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peter oxley, Owner at Coral Gardens, responded to this review
January 3, 2012

We are very pleased that you both enjoyed your stay at Coral Gardens. Thank you for writing about your experiences which will be so helpful for other people thinking of coming here for a vacation in Exuma. Thanks & best wishes to you all for 2012 & especially for the May arrival of a brother for baby Lorenzo. Betty &... More

Aldm
Warsaw
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6 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2011

We chose Coral Gardens based on trip advisor reviews and it turn out to be the best possible decision. Betty and Peter are wonderful hosts. Take Peter advice on restaurants and places to see. When I say that this place is more like a home, I mean it in every way. Be prepared to share a table during the breakfast... More

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peter oxley, Owner at Coral Gardens, responded to this review
December 26, 2011

It really makes Betty & I feel very honoured when our guests write such kind comments about Coral Gardens. We have very much enjoyed welcoming guests from a number of countries in 2011 and we wish all of them a very Happy Christmas & Peaceful New Year. We look forward in 2012 to welcoming both returning & new visitors and... More

Sarah W
Keller, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 21, 2011

The Exuma Islands was definitely the perfect getaway spot for me and my husband! We were looking for a place that was more secluded, less touristy and full of beaches! Well we found all of this here! To top off the beautiful island, Coral Gardens was the perfect accommodation for us! Peter and Betty were so warm and welcoming and... More

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slwilli1
Salt Lake City, Utah
1 review
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 2, 2011
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My husband and I stayed at Coral Gardens for our 6 day visit to the island of Exuma. Peter and Betty really know how to take the stress away from your vacation from the moment you arrive. The one thing that impressed me the most was that they made all of the arrangements for us. We told them what we... More

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KIELWASSERS
Selestat, France
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 19, 2011

The heart has his reason that the reason doesn't know. Exuma will show you the best naturally with the help of Peter and Betty. Thank you Peter and Betty , Thank you Exuma Kielwasser family from France-Alsace More

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peter oxley, Owner at Coral Gardens, responded to this review
July 21, 2011

Thank you so much for your eloquent TripAdvisor report using one of the famous phrases of the great 17th century French philosopher & mathematician, Blaise Pascal. This is the first occasion when a TripAdvisor report has summed up an enjoyable stay using such words & we hope that we can welcome you and your family again sometime either to our... More

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