Snorkel and dive on Andros Barrier Reef. 1960 Hammocks, fishing hot tub on beach, bicycles, nature walks, bird watch, informal, friendly and fun. No tv's, phones or faxes in rooms. Rustic pine and coral cottages on the ocean. Take a break from the city. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Bahamas/smallhope/hotel/628/15/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Sun, 7 Sep 2008 15:07:18 EST The Small Hope Bay Lodge is an informal holiday resort that focuses around the central lodge built of coral rock and Andros pine. Comfortable couches and throw-pillows create a friendly home-like atmosphere. The Lodge houses a dining area, lounge/bar area, game room and reading room. There is also a small boutique on the premises, a separate building for office administration and guest services and a staffed laundry facility. There is an outdoor patio bar and dining area for summer-night barbecues. There are no phones (phone/fax/internet for guest use in the office), no newspapers, no TVs, no keys. Emphasis is on a natural environment with relaxing, low-impact lifestyle. There is no dress code -- bare feet, T-shirts, sarongs, anything (except neckties) is acceptable. Small Hope Bay Lodge offers 14 private cabins and 4 family cabins (2 rooms sharing 1bath). We specialize in vacations featuring snorkeling and scuba diving, fishing, bird watching, eco-tours, weddings and honeymoons and of course, "rest, relaxation and rediscovery." AMENITIES: Twenty cottages located directly on the beach, each handbuilt of coral rock and Andros Pine with overhead ceiling fans, locally made furniture, decorated in Androsia Batik fabrics, and all with a view of the sea. Each has private toilet/shower facilities and is fully tiled. King-size beds and single beds are available. There are four two-bedroom cottages for families, as well as a special "honeymoon cottage." All are shaded by palms and located on the Bay. To the north of the cottages is a separate swimming beach. ACTIVITIES: Biking Bicycles are free for guest use. Tour the areas surrounding Small Hope Bay Lodge. We have maps and suggested itineraries. The small village of Fresh Creek is a short 20 minute ride to the south. Visit the Androsia Batik Factory. Or bike to an inland blue hole for a fresh water swim. Birding We have binoculars, bird lists and great places for viewing. We also host a number of birding groups throughout the year. Diving and Snorkeling This is our speciality. We offer three dives a day, night dives, shark dives, and one-on-one Specialty Dives anytime. Plus we offer SCUBA Certifications, Nitrox Certification, SASY equipment for kids, and free SCUBA intro lessons for those who want to try it. Fishing Bonefishing, reef fishing, deep sea fishing--we can arrange it all! Hot Tubbing On the beach, by the ocean, under the stars! Hammocking One of our favorite activities. If you don't know how this is done, ask one of us to teach you. Kayaking We have four ocean kayaks free for your use, plus some suggested trails to take. Nature Trails We have maps and marked trails and booklets to help you identify the flora you see along the way Sailing We have an "Escape," an easy-to-use sailboat free for use. pack a lunch and sail out to Goat Cay or down to some secluded beach. Snorkeling Daily trips by boat, special excursions, plus plenty of great snorkeling from shore. Sunning in the Solarium If it's an all-over tan that makes you happy, help yourself to our private tanning area in sunny seclusion. Walking Anytime is a good time to stroll along the beach at Small Hope. It's perfectly safe, day or night. (Take a midnight swim!) Windsurfing We have several for your use--including a state-of-the art Hi-Fly Board for experienced board-heads! DINING/RESTARUANTS: The lodge houses its own dining room. Type: All Inclusive Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Bahamas/smallhope/hotel/628/15/ Sun, 7 Sep 2008 15:07:18 EST