Looking for the Perfect Luxury Villa in Exuma? Why Summit Exuma Is One of the Best Places to Stay in Exuma
- Cari
- 3 days ago
- 4 min read
After staying here in May 2026, we completely understood why people talk about this property differently. Most vacation rentals give you a place to sleep. Summit Exuma becomes part of the actual experience. Honestly, there were moments we debated leaving the house at all... and on an island like Exuma, that says a lot.
The house. The location. The views.That combination is almost impossible to beat on Exuma.
The First Thing You Notice? The View Stops You in Your Tracks
Perched high above the Georgetown hotel zone, Summit Exuma has panoramic ocean views that feel endless. You can see the turquoise water from almost every corner of the property, and the rooftop deck might honestly have one of the best views on the entire island.
Sunrise coffee up there? Unreal.
At night, the rooftop turns into one of those places where everyone naturally gathers. Music playing softly. Warm island breeze. The water glowing in the distance. It felt more like a private resort than a rental home.
And that is really the best way to describe Summit Exuma. This is not just a house.It is a full island estate.
A 10,000 Square Foot Caribbean Playground
Most Exuma rentals are built around one central living space. Summit Exuma is on another level entirely.
The home features:
7 bedrooms
5 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms
3 separate great rooms
4 porches
Massive rooftop deck
Private fitness center
Gourmet kitchen
Commercial ice maker
Self-playing grand piano
Gated private driveway
The soaring 28-foot ceilings immediately make the house feel grand without feeling stuffy. It still feels relaxed and comfortable, which honestly matters on a beach vacation. The indoor-outdoor flow here is what makes the property special. Every space naturally leads outside toward the views, the pool, or another outdoor lounge area.
And speaking of outside...
The Outdoor Space Is Better Than Most Caribbean Resorts
We have stayed at luxury resorts all over the Caribbean, and Summit Exuma’s outdoor setup genuinely competes with them. The oversized pool area became our favorite place to spend mornings and evenings. There are shaded lounge spaces, outdoor dining areas, a cabana, tiki sky bar, outdoor kitchen, and private outdoor showers that somehow make showering outside feel like a luxury experience instead of camping. Big difference.
But the real showstopper?
The 100-inch outdoor movie theater.
Watching the Oklahoma City Thunder playoff game outside under the stars in Exuma was one of those random vacation memories we will probably talk about for years.
It is one of the best outdoor entertainment spaces we have ever experienced at a private villa.
Why Location Matters So Much on Exuma
Here is the thing most first-time Exuma travelers do not realize:
Location can completely change your trip.
Exuma is long and spread out. Some vacation rentals may look beautiful online, but you end up spending half your vacation driving winding roads just to grab groceries, go to dinner, or meet your boat charter.
Summit Exuma avoids all of that.
And honestly? That convenience changes everything.
The villa sits in arguably one of the best locations on Great Exuma:
Walk to Jolly Hall Beach
Walk to restaurants and beach bars
Walk to the Fish Fry
Quick access to grocery stores
Easy access to boat rentals
Nearby private dock access
Shuttle access to Stocking Island
When your entire vacation is within five minutes of your villa, your trip instantly becomes more relaxing.
No constant logistics. No exhausting drives. No wasting prime beach time in the car.
LOCATION. IS. EVERYTHING. ON. EXUMA.
The Complimentary Beach Club Access Is a Massive Bonus
One of the biggest perks of staying at Summit Exuma is complimentary shuttle access to the Peace and Plenty Beach Club on Stocking Island.
And trust us... you will use it.
The shallow turquoise water here is exactly what people dream about when they picture Exuma. Paddleboards, snorkeling gear, water swings, beach loungers, food, drinks... it is the kind of place where you accidentally spend six hours without realizing it.
From there, you can also easily explore:
Chat 'N' Chill
Baymoni Beach Club
Hidden beaches on the windward side of Stocking Island
This setup makes island hopping incredibly easy without needing to coordinate complicated transportation every day.
The Bedrooms Were Designed for Large Groups
One thing we appreciated about Summit Exuma is that the bedroom layout actually works well for big family trips, multiple couples, or group vacations.
Every room feels intentional and comfortable instead of just "extra sleeping space."
A few standout rooms:
Blue Hole Bay Primary Suite with soaking tub, dual showers, balcony, and ocean views
Sandbar Room with rooftop deck access and kids cubby space
Stocking Island Room with private patio
Multiple king suites throughout the property
The home comfortably sleeps large groups without everyone feeling stacked on top of each other.
That is harder to find than you would think.
The Grocery and Concierge Setup Makes Arrival Easy
One underrated part of island travel is how exhausting arrival days can feel.
Summit Exuma offers concierge grocery stocking, which honestly makes a huge difference after a long travel day.
Walk in. Open the fridge. Vacation starts immediately.
The property manager can also help arrange:
Private chefs
Catering
Dock arrangements
Excursions
Island recommendations
That local guidance is incredibly valuable on Exuma.
Would We Stay at Summit Exuma Again?
Without hesitation!
Summit Exuma manages to combine luxury, convenience, entertainment, and location better than almost any villa we have stayed at in the Caribbean. Some places are beautiful.Some places are convenient.Some places have incredible views. Very few properties truly have all three.
Summit Exuma does.
If you are planning a family trip, couples getaway, group vacation, milestone birthday, or multigenerational trip to Exuma, this property is absolutely worth considering.
Because at the end of the day, the best vacations are the ones where the house itself becomes part of the memory.
And Summit Exuma absolutely does that.
