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Maring’s Beach House Located On Beautiful Lochabar Bay!

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Island across the bay, can be reached by kayak.
Kayaks for your use😊
Neighboring property
Deck off the dinning and living room.
Deck outside of the master bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clarencetown, Long Island, Bahamas
  • St. Paul's Church
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Clarence Town Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Dean's Blue Hole
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Deadman's Cay (LGI)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Maring’s Beach House Located On Beautiful Lochabar Bay!

Our home is located just 75' from the beach in a private cove on Long Island, Bahamas. It has two bedrooms, the master has a queen size bed with french doors looking over the beautiful blue lagoon, the second bedroom has one twin bed and one queen bed looking over the gardens. The fully equipped kitchen, living room, and dining area all open to picturesque view of the Caribbean. French doors from the living room open to large 1000 sq ft deck.
Also available on the property is a 600 sq ft apartment that sits above the garage, it has a queen size bed, private bath and kitchenette. This is not rented separately from the guests in the main house. The cost to add the apartment is $500 per week. The property is beautifully landscaped, as it is was our profession and now our hobby!
We have two bikes and two kayaks for your use.

Property manager

Sue Maring
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Clarence Town

Located in Clarence Town, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Clarence Town Marina and Dean's Blue Hole are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lucayan Archipelago and Salt Pond Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Clarencetown, Long Island, Bahamas

What's nearby

  • St. Paul's Church - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Clarence Town Marina - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Dean's Blue Hole - 16 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Buckley's Settlement Church - 22 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Salt Pond Beach - 54 min drive - 41.9 km

Getting around

  • Deadman's Cay (LGI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rowdy Boys' Bar & Grill at Winter Haven - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lloyd's Sporting Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪outer edge grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Outer Edge Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maring’s Beach House Located On Beautiful Lochabar Bay! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Maring’s Beach House Located On Beautiful Lochabar Bay! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Clarence Town holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lucayan Archipelago, Clarence Town Marina and St. Paul's Church. Dean's Blue Hole and Buckley's Settlement Church are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Stay
This location was so beautiful and so accessible to swimming right off our beach. The house was spacious and well-kept and had a beautiful view from the deck and all back oceanside windows. We can think of nothing at all that we did not like!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

James R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous location
Overall we had a very nice time here. The location and scenery is tough to beat. We were there in December which is the windy time of year which limited some beach time and kayaking but there are plenty of places to go on the leeward side.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for a nice stay
The house was in a good location near the southern beaches.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home
Loved our stay. This place felt like a home. Superb view and sound of waves and wind were sooooo relaxing. Hosts were great and home was spotless!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views
The property was beautiful, beds were extremely comfortable and you just cannot beat the views. The walk to the beach was a bit unsteady for the older but managable
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for a wonderful stay
Sue’s home is very comfortable with all the amenities you need and a beautiful view over the Bay. We thoroughly enjoyed watching the sunrise and the boating activity from the expansive deck. The Lochabar beach is a long quiet stretch of powdery white sand with great swimming, walking and snorkeling. We will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Incredible View
The views from the multiple decks, as well as the master bedroom, were the most beautiful we have ever seen! Having backyard access to swimming and kayaking was just awesome. The house was beautifully decorated making it feel like home. We cannot say enough about this location. It surpassed all of our expectations!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

robin g., UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robin Guy
Our second stay at Sue & Mikes beach house and we love it more each visit. The sea view is mesmerising and the wild life is a joy. See you again soon.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
We thoroughly enjoyed our week stay at Maring’s Beach House. The bay is exceptional! The colors of the water are extraordinary. We loved our time on the island and the location of this property in relation to the places we wanted to visit was great! We traveled the whole island in a rental car. We have stayed at Salt Pond previously, but would prefer the Lochabar Bay Area in the future. We will most certainly be bringing our family back here! Thank you for sharing your property, Sue!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

S L., Delafield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a special spot!
We've stayed at a variety of placed from north to south on LI & decided this was our favorite. We loved the bay, the house had all we needed, the views from the deck & lower deck are incredible, the kayaks were so much fun - and led us to great snorkeling, shelling, fishing, beach walking, bed was comfy..... we could go on and on. Thanks for letting us share your special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bahamian perfection
First let me say that we love Long Island, this was our seventh stay on the island. We had a wonderful 2 weeks at this property. The house is private but not far from restaurants and stores. We particularly enjoyed the deck and the bay with abundant wildlife a few step off the deck. The house itself was clean and comfortable and outdoor shower invigorating. We would definitely stay there again!! Thank You Sue for sharing your home.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Long Island Destination
The Maring house was all that was advertised and then some! We spent a 9 days here and found it to be comfortable and well appointed. The kitchen accomodated all our cooking needs as did the outside grills - both gas and fire! We loved the big deck overlooking Lochabar Bay as well as the beach to the south that was a short 5 minute walk away. The beds were comfy and we loved the outside shower and clothes lines. The kayaks were also in excellent condition. We will be coming back to this beautiful and serene spot in the future!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darcy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July on Long Island
My wife and I visited Long Island for a couple weeks early July 2024 and had a wonderful stay at the Marings Beach House. The property is very private and well situated on Lochabar Bay with a small section of sandy beach area when the tide isn't high. Access to the beach is a short walk, about 100', from the back door and down several steps formed into the into the rocks. The folding beach chairs were very nice to have, as well as the kayaks (there are lifejackets as well). It was very hot during our stourin July making the AC a must and worked well. There is a small window unit in both bedrooms and a larger unit that cools the main area. The cupboards are well stocked with everything we needed for our 2 week stay. The Beach house taps are fed from a cistern under the house which is not drinkable but provides water for everything else. Drinking water is purchased from Erica's Bakery in 5 gallon cooler bottles which needs to be lifted and poured into smaller 4 litre jugs for dispensing. When we arrived, there were a couple 5 gallon bottles provided. It's about a 5 minute drive to Clarence Town and Erica's Bakery to get water, bread and a few supplies. Our stay at the Marings Beach house was wonderful. The view from the master bedroom, looking out to the bay when you wake up in the morning was just what we were looking for! Thanks so much for sharing your home with us and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatrix C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sehr gut ausgestattete Unterkunft mit Meerblick
Das Haus hat einen tollen Ausblick auf die Lochabar Beach. Es gibt einen Zugang zum Wasser, der etwas holprig ist. Zwei Kanus und ein Surfboard darf man benutzen. Zum eigentlichen Sandstrand kann man durchs Wasser laufen oder 8 Minuten zu Fuß gehen. Auf der Seite zum Meer hat das Haus eine große Terrasse mit Liegestühlen und einen Tisch mit Stühlen. Gefallen hat uns die Außendusche mit heißem Wasser. Außerdem sind Küche und Wohnbereich top ausgestattet. Es fehlt praktisch an nichts, sogar eine gute Waschmaschine gibt es. Die beiden Schlafzimmer sind auch nett eingerichtet. Am Badezimmer ist auch nichts auszusetzen.
Stayed 24 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Little Slice of Paradise
Was in the area for a work trip and had a great time at Maring Beach House. There is a plenty of space, and you’re right at the edge of the beautiful water. Definitely a good spot for quiet and to relax. Had a lot of amenities (no TV, but in this case that’s a good thing), and kitchen had a good assortment of cookware. It’s a rock beach rather than sand where the house accesses the water, but still the exquisite warm blue waters of the Bahamas. Sue was super helpful and communicative, and very flexible some last minute requests. You’re not close enough to any shops to walk, so a rental car is still a must, but you are just a 5-10 minute drive from the couple of stores and restaurants in Clarence Town. Would definitely stay here again, and recommend you do as well!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than the pictures
We are so grateful to sue for opening up this beautiful beach home for people to enjoy. I feel most pictures can be so deceiving when it comes to rentals. That was not the case with this. This home emExceeded expectations. The water is amazing, no real need to go a lot of other places, everything you need is there. Thanks again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

robin g., UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing sea views
We had a lovely holiday at Marings Beach House. The location is great and the sea view from the large deck was the highlight for us the turquoise sea colours were a delight. We swam right by the house and our boys enjoyed catching Hermit Crabs and watching the wild life..We stayed for three weeks and hope to return again soon. The house is very well equipped there is AC but we didn’t use as there was always a sea beeeze.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell G., West Palm Beach,USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Gorgeous place for a family that would like to get away from the crowds and city life. We spent 3 weeks and we had one of the best vacations in our life. Great privacy. Tons of beautiful places around the island. The best restaurant on the island 5 min away.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam C., Covington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Great location. Property is exactly as described online. Air conditioning works great, but the house is incredibly well ventilated with all the windows open. Clean, great landscaping, and incredible view. House is walking distance to the marina (about a mile), which is the nicest marina I’ve seen in the Bahamas. Good food there and lots of fish to check out when the sportfishers clean their catch. Check out Tiny’s and Max’s. Max’s has great conch fritters
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Zero Pressure
From the moment I walked in to the house I felt my blood pressure drop, and my mind flashed on Robinson Crusoe. I immediately turned to my wife and told her we made a mistake, we should have booked longer.. much longer...which we did for next year before we even left. I think that pretty much says about everything. Our days started with a cup of joe on the deck overlooking beautiful Lochabar Bay, a little breakfast and then off to explore a new beach everyday. Private beaches and sun kissed days... it doesn't get any better than that. Very nice house in a very private setting.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul Q.

Favorite Place
Upon arrival we were immediately relaxed at the casual feel of the house and the magnificent view from the deck, of the beautiful turquoise water. We had all the amenities we needed, plus a warm outdoor shower which was a pleasant surprise. Ernest was very kind and called to make sure we were enjoying our stay at the house. Being only a stone's throw from the the waters edge gave us the opportunity to swim everyday, take walks on nearby Lochabar Beach and kayak across the bay over to the barrier islands. We did enjoy exploring other parts of Long Island, taking a tour of Hamilton's Cave with Leonard Cartwright and going fishing with Locksley to catch our dinner, however most of our time was spent at the house, as we found that it was our favorite place to be. Paul & Jean Q.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Liza T.

Perfect Vacation
We had a wonderful time staying at the Maring's Beach House which accommodated 2 adult couples perfectly. The house is beautifully and privately located overlooking the incredible Bahama blue water. The house was clean, comfortable and well furnished. It is a great location for beach walking, swimming, kayaking and exploring the island. Many thanks to the Marings for sharing their home. Jim & Liza Troutman
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Amazing
Beautiful private property. Stunning beaches. Very clean. Easy access to Clarence Town for food and restaurants. Great access to beaches on both coasts. Highly recommended if you want to wind down in some peace and quiet.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Great Value and Best location on the island.
We just returned from a great Thanksgiving week vacation and already planning to return soon. The house was great and the location is one of the best on the island. After driving from one end of the island to the other and everywhere in between, we couldn't be happier with our choice of where to stay. There is nothing fancy about the house but thats what gives it the true island vibe that we were looking for. Great views, comfortable breezes, and the sounds of the waves on the rocks. The layout was great as well and with the daybeds in the living room, you can lounge around and even use them for extra bunks if needed. The wood beamed tent ceilings and some local artwork were nice touches on the interior. The property manager Ernest was a great host and gave us some good local knowledge as well. We have travelled to almost every island in the Bahamas and they all have a different feel. This was our second trip to Long Island and it definitely ranks high on the list. If you want to get away from the tourists and the crowds, this is the place. It is a relatively undiscovered gem with some of the nicest resident islanders you are going to meet.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tim C.

Wonderful and quiet waterfront location
House is situated a stone's throw from the water on a protected bay with white sand beaches all to yourself. There were three in our group and the household amenities could have supported twice our number. Clarence Town is a tiny little village in a remote but relatively accessible part of the Bahamas. If you are looking for a beautiful and quiet place with clear water and little development, this is your spot. The property manager was available to help us with questions regarding any aspect of our stay on the island. The absence of air conditioning was only an issue on still nights when the no-see-ums would get thru the screens. We understand that air conditioning will be installed. As long as there is a breeze, which is most of the time, it is very comfortable with overhead fans and open windows. We would give five stars next time once there is a remedy for the no-see-ums

About the host

Hosted by Sue Maring

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Our names are Mike and Sue Maring. We are a retired couple living in Lexington Virginia. We previously owned a garden center and landscape business for 30 years and a winery/vineyard for 15 years in Lowville, New York. We now enjoy gardening and traveling. We have two grown daughters, and two grandchildren whom we love to spend time with.

Why they chose this property

We love Long Island because it has beautiful white sand beaches with no one on them! The water is absolutely the most crystal clear and gorgeous color of anywhere in the world! It spoils us to swim anywhere else! We love the fact there are no tourists here, just mostly people from Canada or the states that own winter homes. The local people are very friendly, but you don't have peddlers bothering you. They don't exist on this Island. It's just a very laid back and relaxed atmosphere.

What makes this property unique

There are no high rise condos, no casinos, no traffic lights, just unspoiled beauty.

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English

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