"Different" blends the natural environment with the resort. The rooms define rustic-elegance with hand-crafted furnishings and designs. Dining is both indoors and outdoors with fresh and authentic Bahamanian dishes - home style and delicious. Activities promote an uncomplicated, relaxed and healthy lifestyle. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Bahamas/differentofabaco/hotel/573/15/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:50:08 EST Nettie Symonette is a native Bahamian, born on the island of Eleuthera. Nettie's Different of Abaco Ecotourism Resort is the result of her dreams and a lot of hard work. With years of hotelier experience behind her, Nettie acquired 635 acres of Crown land, locally perceived as primarily swamp and waste land, and created what is known today as "one of the most unique Ecotourism resorts in the Caribbean." -Wild Bird Magazine. Caribbean Travel and Life magazine says "Nettie's Different of Abaco is the best kept secret in the Caribbean." This visionary ongoing project was created without commercial financing and to the astonishment of many who said it couldn't be done. She has won many other awards of distinction, among them: Most Outstanding Woman in Business (1988), Bahamas Who's Who Society Hospitality Hall of Fame Award (1990) and Silver Jubilee Award (1998). Come share Nettie's vision. CNN Travel did and found it to be " A little piece of Heaven." Indulge yourself and enjoy an extraordinary Bahamian experience. AMENITIES: Our goal is to host guests in a comfortable, delightfully unique resort with an emphasis on bonefishing, birding and ecology, massage and spa amenities, snorkeling, Bahamian cuisine, and, of course, relaxation. Nettie Symonette is a native Bahamian, born on the island of Eleuthera. Nettie's Different of Abaco Ecotourism Resort is the result of her dreams and a lot of hard work. With years of hotelier experience behind her, Nettie acquired 635 acres of Crown land, locally perceived as primarily swamp and waste land, and created what is known today as "one of the most unique Ecotourism resorts in the Caribbean." -Wild Bird Magazine. Caribbean Travel and Life magazine says "Nettie's Different of Abaco is the best kept secret in the Caribbean." This visionary ongoing project was created without commercial financing and to the astonishment of many who said it couldn't be done. She has won many other awards of distinction, among them: Most Outstanding Woman in Business (1988), Bahamas Who's Who Society Hospitality Hall of Fame Award (1990) and Silver Jubilee Award (1998). Come share Nettie's vision. CNN Travel did and found it to be " A little piece of Heaven." Indulge yourself and enjoy an extraordinary Bahamian experience. -Rustic elegance -Handcrafted furnishings and design -Porch opening to the beach -Porch opening to pool courtyard -Bahamian Great Room for dining/events -Castaway-style Buttonwood Outdoor Grill and deck -Air- conditioned or natural ventilation -Island colors -Refrigerator, coffee machine -Hair Dryer -Massage and natural health getaway -Walking nature trails -Aerobics on the beach -Jogging -Swimming - Salt water or Fresh -Exercises in the Lap Pool -Yoga on sun decks Heritage Bed and Breakfast Laidback Bonefishing lodge style perched over lake - Ernest Hemingway would have loved this! Large airy rooms with screened porches Come for Johnny Cake and Fresh Bahamian Homestyle Good Food! Bonefishing guides and boats available - Inquire about custom packages Note: None of our rooms offer telephone, television or internet access. We have never considered it, and we have no future plans to provide these services. We kind of like things just the way they are. ACTIVITIES: Beachcomb and find beautiful sea, sand and sun. Wander trails to find rare birds and native plants. Bonefish with top local guides, snorkel in nearby reefs. Treat yourself to an outdoor massage or spa treatment, explore the gardens, and sun on the pool/jacuzzi decks. Refresh lakeside with a cool island drink and try out the fine art of hammocking. Escape to our natural paradise hideaway, because whichever activities you indulge in, you will be sure to feel at home with a distinctive Nettie twist. DINING/RESTARUANTS: -Served in The Bahamian Great Room, Lakeside Buttonwood Grill, casual deck dining or Heritage BandB -Home style meals - Nettie's fresh and natural Bahamian style - Hearty and delectable! -Spa cuisine - Featuring ripe island fruits and rich flavors -Catering available for any size group - weddings and special events our Specialty! Type: Hotel Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Bahamas/differentofabaco/hotel/573/15/ Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:50:08 EST