Staniel Cay holiday rentals Luxury villas & holiday homes to rent on Staniel Cay
Staniel Cay is one of 365 islands and cays that make up The Exumas in the Bahamas. The island fell under the spot light when a grotto, now known as the Thunderball Grotto, was featured in the James Bond movie. With sapphire blue water everywhere, Staniel Cay is an exotic cay with stunning uncrowded beaches and ultra exclusive beach front villas that make a vacation here an idyllic paradise.
Whilst there is the option of doing absolutely nothing apart from chilling out on a deserted beach, Staniel Cay is well positioned in The Exumas to explore more of this amazing chain of islands. Boats can be chartered from the Yacht Marina with skipper for an adventure you won't forget! On the cay, there are several fantastic informal beach bars and restaurants serving exquisite local dishes such as lobster, souse chicken and cracked conch. However, Staniel Cay is not known for its vibrant nightlife - its a place to relax, unwind and get away from it all.
| Top things to see and do | |
|---|---|
| James Bond Thunderball Grotto | ✔ |
| Reef and wreck diving | ✔ |
| Deep sea fishing - marlin, snapper, grouper | ✔ |
| Hire a boat and explore the local cays | ✔ |
| Wind surfing and kayaking | ✔ |
| Day trip to Great Exuma | ✔ |
| Explore Stocking Island opposite George Town | ✔ |
| Dolphin watching | ✔ |
| Day trip to the Bahamian capital Nassau | ✔ |
Local beaches
Staniel Cay boasts magnificent silky white sandy beaches that stretch for miles around the coastline. You'll find reef protected bays with warm shallow water that is teeming with tropical fish - perfect for swimming, snorkeling and sailing.
After a day on the beach or exploring the nearby cays, the ideal way to end the day is to return to your own condominium or Staniel Cay villa rental, light up the BBQ, watch the sun go down and dine under the stars.
Featured villas & condos to rent
As you would expect from a small cay, the self catering accommodation options on Staniel Cay are typically beach front villas with ocean views. Many have private swimming pools and sun terraces ofering spectacular sunset views - the ideal spot to relax and unwind. Experience the very best of Staniel Cay by staying in a vacation rental which are very popuar with families and groups. They provide freedom, flexibility and space to do what you want, when you want - home from home.
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The Exumas are an all year round destination with a tropical climate and average summer temperatures of high 80s°F dropping to the mid 70s°F during the short winters. The position of Staniel Cay means it experiences the same weather as southern Florida although slightly cooler and includes the likelihood of hurricanes from July to November. Short bursts of torrential rain can be expected between late May and October which coincides with the hot and humid summer months.
Our view on Staniel Cay
A stunning location with pristine pink talcum powder sandy beaches, tropical waters and laid back atmosphere make Staniel Cay an unforgettable vacation. It's the perfect destination for a family holiday, an escape with friends, or a romantic getaway.
