TCO's Exclusive Beach House on Green Turtle Cay, Abaco, Bahamas

History of Green Turtle Cay:
	Click for map	Population 500	US or Bahamian

Five kilometers (3 miles) off Great Abaco's east coast, Green Turtle Cay is the archipelago's jewel, a little island with an uneven coastline, deep bays, sounds, and good beaches, one of which stretches for 3,543 ft. The island is 3 1/2 miles long and 2/3 mile across, lying some 170 miles due east of Palm Beach, Florida.

New Plymouth, at the cay's southern tip, is an 18th-century settlement that has the flavor of an old New England sailing port. Much of the original masonry was fashioned from lime that was produced when conch shells were broken up, burned, and sifted for cement (records say that the alkali content was so high that it would burn the masons' hands). Clapboard houses with pretty trimmings line the little town's narrow streets. New Plymouth, which once had a population of 1,800 people, now has 500. Parliament is the village's main street, and you can walk its length in just 10 minutes, passing only by a few clucking hens. Many of the houses have front porches, on which locals sit in the evening to enjoy the breezes.

Currency is Bahamian dollars which is equal to our US dollar. You are welcome to use US money anywhere on the Island.

About The House Click on the images for a larger view
	Click for images	Sleeps 8 people	Call or email for rates

The Green Turtle Bonefish House is a beautiful beach house situated on 2 acres of land stretching from Black Sound to the Atlantic Ocean. Morning breakfast is greeted with a sunrise over the bay while evening cocktails are shared with a Caribbean sunset. It just doesn't get much better than this! A huge wrap around deck surrounds the entire house, offering views of the island at 360 degrees.

The upper level of the house features 2 master suites with king size beds and full closet space as well as private bath / shower. The eat-in kitchen is equipped with all the necessary utensils to cook a true Caribbean meal if you choose. Gas range, microwave, huge refrigerator and large island all are there for your cooking enjoyment.
The open-air family room is great for everyone getting together to share stories of their day. Large wrap-around sofa and love seat will accommodate all the guests comfortable. Color TV and internet hookup are also featured in this room.

The lower level is accessible from the deck and features 2 large bed rooms with 2 twin size beds and closet space. Private AC units are also controlled in each room. The lower level also features a full kitchen and family room as well as a full bathroom/shower.

When arriving on the Island, you will be greeted by beauty and serenity of Green Turtle. If you choose, we can provide a host that will direct you to the house and make sure you are welcomed to Green Turtle with fresh appetizers and refreshing drinks on the balcony overlooking the water. She will also prepare your meals if you for a fee, or you can visit the many local restaurants on the Island.

If you are comfortable navigating a boat in the Islands, there is a boat rental in the same harbor and Edison (owner of boat rentals) will deliver the boat to your private dock behind the house. Rick Sawyer, flats fishing guide, will pick you up each morning right at the dock as well! No need to drive anywhere!

This is one of the most comfortable Bahamas beach house we have seen!

Beach House Options

Pricing
7 Days/ 6 Nights House Rental - call or email for rates

Note to non fly fishing spouses: Non-fishing spouses and guests will have plenty to do if fun and sun are high on your list! There are plenty of secluded white sand beeches to relax on... as well as local drinks to enjoy! New Plymouth also has some shops to purchase local gifts.

Contact Tony for more information: (610)678-1899 or Email

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Hosted Fly Fishing Retreats

TCO will be hosting trips to the Green Turtle House throughout the year. In 2010 we will have 2 trips in the Spring and 2 in the Fall. These hosted trips will include:

Meet Your Hosts:

Tony Gehman - TCO President
Tony was and will always be mesmerized by water. From an early age he passed many days walking in creeks, turning rocks and enjoying the energy that only running water can offer. Like the rest of the TCO family, Trout was the primary target, but after exploring the Bahamas, Florida Keys and other tropical destinations, Bonefish, Tarpon & Permit quickly became the main focus. Tony can be found in just about any of the stores as he travels to each location weekly to oversee the operations, although his main focus is on the internet business within TCO. Tony started this company in 1990 with a 750 square foot storefront and has now grown to 5 retail locations and over 25 different fly fishing related websites. Tony will never lose the passion for fly fishing or the anticipation that lies in the next cool location to explore!

Chris Frangiosa - TCO Sales Manager, Travel Manager
Chris has spent the last ten years immersed in the fly-fishing industry. Early on, he would have been found leading clients on excursions down Eastern Beaches in New Jersey and on North Carolinas famed Outer Banks. Here he operated a lodge catering to hard-core anglers focused on hunting down some of the hardest to catch Saltwater Game-fish on the planet.
Then he joined Orvis as Manager of the Company Store in Downingtown, PA.
At Orvis Chris was able to focus even more on travel. Here he was able to take clients even farther and to more exotic destinations.
Chris is now the Retail Manager for the entire company.
We are pleased to have him on our team, as his experiences will most definitely enhance our store and travel programs. He will undoubtedly be hosting many of our Fly-Fishing expeditions with fly rod in hand and Nikon in tow.