Celestial Cay Private Island

Exuma, Bahamas

30 guests
12 bedrooms
15 beds
15 bathrooms

Hidden among the luminous turquoise waters of the Exuma archipelago, Celestial Cay Private Island is an extraordinary private island sanctuary where luxury, nature and complete privacy exist in perfect balance. Set across seventy two acres of pristine Caribbean landscape, the island offers an experience of barefoot elegance surrounded by some of the clearest waters in the world.

From the moment guests arrive, Celestial Cay reveals itself as a world entirely of its own. Soft white sand beaches wrap around the island while shallow turquoise lagoons shimmer in every direction. Palm lined pathways wind between private villas, tropical gardens and hidden viewpoints that capture spectacular sunrise and sunset vistas across the Exuma chain.

Accommodation is thoughtfully arranged across four beautifully designed villas positioned throughout the island, each offering privacy, sweeping ocean views and elegant indoor outdoor living spaces. Together the villas accommodate up to thirty guests, making the island ideal for large families, celebrations or private gatherings seeking complete exclusivity. Every residence features expansive terraces, infinity pools or jacuzzis, alfresco dining spaces and refined interiors designed to reflect the relaxed sophistication of the Caribbean.

At the centre of island life lies the vibrant Beach Club, a beautiful gathering place where guests can enjoy relaxed lunches beside the pool, sunset cocktails overlooking the sea or lively evenings beneath the stars. A full culinary team prepares exceptional meals using the freshest local seafood and high quality ingredients, with menus tailored to every guest’s preferences.

Adventure and recreation are woven throughout the island experience. Guests can play a round on the island’s nine hole golf course, enjoy professional tennis coaching on the floodlit court or unwind in the spa cabana with personalised wellness treatments. The surrounding waters offer endless exploration, from sailing and paddle boarding to diving excursions, game fishing and snorkelling through vibrant coral reefs.

Celestial Cay also offers a rare commitment to sustainability. The island is powered primarily by wind and solar energy through an advanced renewable microgrid system, allowing guests to enjoy complete luxury while preserving the natural environment that surrounds them.

With a private marina capable of accommodating large yachts, a fleet of boats and sailing yachts, and effortless access by seaplane from Nassau in under an hour, Celestial Cay Private Island offers the ultimate expression of Caribbean exclusivity.

This is a place where time slows, horizons stretch endlessly and every moment is defined by the quiet privilege of having an entire island to yourself.

Amenities

Living Spaces

Celestial Cay Private Island is designed as a complete island sanctuary with multiple luxury residences spread across seventy two acres of tropical landscape. Each villa offers expansive open living areas with panoramic ocean views, creating relaxed spaces where guests can gather, dine and unwind. Interiors combine elegant Caribbean design with modern comforts, featuring high ceilings, spacious lounges and seamless indoor outdoor living that captures the island’s sea breezes and natural light.

Bedrooms & Laundry

The island accommodates up to thirty guests across four beautifully designed villas positioned throughout the property. Each residence offers luxurious bedroom suites with ocean views, private terraces and spacious ensuite bathrooms. Many suites open directly onto gardens or balconies overlooking the sea. Dedicated housekeeping staff ensure bedrooms are serviced daily, with full laundry and linen services available throughout the stay.

Kitchen & Dining

Each villa features a fully equipped kitchen and elegant dining areas designed for both intimate meals and larger gatherings. The island’s culinary team prepares bespoke menus using fresh local seafood and premium ingredients, with meals served wherever guests prefer. Dining can take place on oceanfront terraces, within the villas’ formal dining rooms or at the lively Beach Club where sunset dinners and evening celebrations are often hosted.

Bathrooms

All bedroom suites feature spacious private bathrooms finished with refined materials and luxury fittings. Many include large soaking tubs, walk in showers and double vanities. Several master suites also feature jacuzzi baths and private terrace access, creating peaceful spa like environments overlooking the surrounding ocean.

Entertainment

Celestial Cay offers an exceptional range of entertainment facilities across the island. Guests can enjoy a private movie theatre, games rooms, spa cabana and a fully equipped gym. The Beach Club serves as a vibrant social hub with poolside lounging, a bar, DJ station and dance floor for evening gatherings. Outdoor activities include a nine hole golf course, floodlit tennis court, beach volleyball and numerous water sports including sailing, paddle boarding, snorkelling and fishing.

Heating & Cooling

All villas are fully air conditioned to ensure comfort year round. Large windows, terraces and open living areas also allow natural sea breezes to circulate throughout the residences, creating a relaxed tropical atmosphere.

Internet & Office

High speed WiFi is available throughout the villas and main island facilities, allowing guests to remain connected if required. Quiet lounge areas within the villas provide comfortable spaces for reading, private calls or remote working while enjoying the island’s serene setting.

Location Features

Celestial Cay Private Island is located within the pristine Exuma chain in the Bahamas, surrounded by crystal clear waters, shallow sandbanks and untouched marine ecosystems. The island spans seventy two acres and offers spectacular views across the surrounding cays and ocean horizons, creating an exceptional sense of privacy and natural beauty.

Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor living is central to the island experience. Celestial Cay features private beaches, tropical gardens, expansive terraces and multiple infinity pools and jacuzzis across the villas. The Beach Club offers a large swimming pool and oceanfront lounging areas, while pathways across the island lead to secluded viewpoints and hidden beaches perfect for swimming or sunset walks.

Parking

Guests typically arrive via private jet to Nassau or Great Exuma before transferring by seaplane directly to the island in approximately thirty to forty minutes. Celestial Cay also features a private marina capable of accommodating large yachts and sailing vessels, allowing guests to arrive by sea and explore the surrounding Exuma islands.

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Essential Information

Home Policies

Celestial Cay Private Island is rented on an exclusive-use basis, providing complete privacy for guests across the entire island. The property can accommodate up to thirty guests across four luxury villas, making it ideal for large family gatherings, celebrations, corporate retreats or special events.

The island is fully staffed with a professional hospitality team including chefs, service staff, watersports instructors, spa therapists and activity specialists who ensure every aspect of the stay runs seamlessly. The rental typically includes accommodation, standard food and beverages, watersports equipment, use of the island’s recreational facilities and full staff service. A refundable security deposit is required prior to arrival and minimum stay requirements may apply depending on season.

Location & Getting Around

Celestial Cay Private Island is located within the Exuma Cays in the Bahamas, approximately seventy miles southeast of Nassau. Guests typically arrive by private or commercial flights to Nassau or Great Exuma before transferring to the island via seaplane in approximately thirty to forty minutes.

The island also features a private deep-water marina capable of accommodating large yachts and sailing vessels, making arrival by sea equally convenient for guests exploring the Bahamas by yacht.

House Rules

Maximum occupancy must not exceed thirty guests unless agreed in advance prior to arrival.

Events, celebrations or external vendors must be coordinated with the island’s management team before the stay.

Guests are asked to respect the island’s natural ecosystem, surrounding marine environment and sustainability initiatives that help preserve the Exumas’ pristine waters.

Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas.

Experiences Nearby

The surrounding Exuma chain offers some of the Caribbean’s most spectacular natural experiences. Guests can explore nearby sandbanks, snorkel vibrant coral reefs, or take boat excursions to secluded islands and lagoons scattered throughout the archipelago.

Popular excursions include visiting the famous swimming pigs, feeding the friendly rock iguanas of Allen’s Cay, snorkelling the Norman’s Cay plane wreck, and discovering hidden caves and reefs across the Exuma Land and Sea Park. Game fishing, scuba diving and sunset sailing cruises can also be arranged through the island’s experienced watersports team.

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