Southern Cross of the Abacos 

Our home is centrally located on the island of Elbow Cay, on the Ocean just NORTH of White Sound and the Abaco Inn and East of Firefly Inn. We are in the Middle of it ALL!

Southern Cross offers direct beach access - Walk just steps to our beach with beautiful white sand and plush dunes that surround the home.

Golf cart rentals are encouraged during your stay as we are on the part of the island that permits golf carts. We are just a little ways down from the 'surf' hot spot of the island. The islands famous Tahiti Beach is just a short golf cart ride away, as is the Hopetown Marina/Lightouse. Southern Cross has the convenience of having Mackays Take out just down the street as well as great resturant options such as Firefly at the Abaco Inn, Cap't Jacks, On da Beach and Hopetown Marina.

We are one of the few Vacation Rental homes on the Island to have 6 King Bedrooms and 6 private baths! Isn't it nice to go on vacation with a few couples or families and have your own private bathroom?

Swim in our ocean front 35 foot, salt water pool oasis with an outdoor shower or just relax and lounge in the sunshine and enjoy the ocean breezes! This is not a small splash pool! Our pool has expansive decking and plenty of patio furniture and loungers. There is also an oceanfront decking area perched on top of dunes for additional ocean view enjoyment and entertaining!

Our kitchen is fully equipped, and has a large dining table and to accommodate all while dining.

Southern Cross boasts multi floor living areas. Also, for your usage are WiFi and Satellite, Direct TV, Stereo equipment, Family Board Games, a large Jenga block game and beach toys. We also offer recreational and fitness options...our front yard has space for outdoor recreation that is Volleyball Court.

Of course we also offer central Air conditioning and we do allow our tenants to access our Laundry room - washer and dryer are included for your usage.

We have a focused beach chic decor with added professional decorator touches to make this home stand out as a winner.

You know the saying "it's all about the Views?" Well that defines Southern Cross, as there are many ocean views from multiple areas of our home - including views of the Sea of Abaco to the west!

Southern Cross is a two story home with decking on both levels. We designed this house for your vacation needs, relax on our multi-level outdoor covered decking. We make it easy to enjoy the ocean views from the living room, dining room, and bedrooms.

The house is two stories of over 3,000 square feet of well designed, free flowing living space. Our home has an eclectic beach decor with a modern spin.

Upper Floor features: Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, two king bedrooms, two full bathrooms; one with tub/shower, one with stall shower.

The upper level houses the Spacious Kitchen designed for a crowd in mind! White Terrazzo stone countertops with deep rich color cabinets. Decorative Pendent lighting, dining room with A great Spacious Wooden table that seats 12+ PLUS we have seating for four more at our counter bar. Available for usage are blender, toaster, Microwave, Water Filtration System, Dish Washer, gas stove and a Side by Side refrigerator with water/ice dispenser...no details are left undone...We also have a propane BBQ for your grilling needs.

The living room has panoramic views of Ocean and Sea of Abaco. The living room seating is comfortable and spacious. We have a large sectional sofa that can accommodate 8 - 10 people and a mounted 54 inch Flat Panel Smart TV, which provides Direct TV. Access to the deck is just off the dining room.

All of the walls in our home have a coastal, white washed wood paneling and tiled floors throughout. We take pride in providing a clean home. We have NO carpeting...Our entire home is tiled with a flooring that gives the appearance of distressed beach wood... adding to our beach living theme.

Lower Floor features: four king bedrooms, four full bathrooms; three with stall showers, one with tub/shower) and laundry area.

Each of our six bedrooms have kings beds and their own private bath with designer selected tile and professional decorator's touches.

Two of the six bathrooms have full bathtubs with showers and and the other 4 have stall showers.

Bedrooms feature designer bedding with white sheets and matlesse comforters, beach themed bright colored throw pillows and all bedrooms rooms have window treatments.

A 7-night minimum stay applies for all bookings of our oceanfront home:

• Jan & Feb: $9,800 per week

• Mar–May: $12,600 per week
  

• Jun & Jul: $14,000 per week
  

• Aug–Nov: $10,500 per week
  

• Dec (holidays incl.): $12,600 per week
  

Rates exclude cleaning, WiFi, and water/laundry usage.

GOLF CART RENTALS • BOAT RENTALS • BOAT DOCKAGE/MARINAS • BOAT & FISHING CHARTERS • DIVING

When visiting Hope Town, a golf cart is a must to explore everything the island has to offer! We have gathered a complete list of the current rental companies and their contact info.

Looking to island-hop or spend your days at sea?  We have included a list of boat rentals, charter captains, and excursion guides as well!

GOLF CART RENTALS: (when renting a golf cart, please keep in mind that drivers must be 21 or older and have a valid drivers license).

• Getaway Carts

  • 242.477.5201 or 242.357.6672

  • getawaycarts@yahoo.com

  • http://getawaycartrentals.com
    

• Island Cart Rentals

  • 561.208.8160 or 242.577.0317

  • info@islandcartrentals.com

  • http://www.islandcartrentals.com

• Elbow Cay Carts

  • 242.475.3882

  • info@elbowcaycartrentals.com
    

• Hope Town Cart Rentals

  • 242.458.0442

  • http://www.hopetowncartrental.com
    

• Lighthouse Cart Rentals

  • 242.827.9156 OR 242.475.0218

  • https://www.lighthousegolfcartrentals.com

BOAT RENTALS:

Most boat rental companies are located in Marsh Harbour; however, you can arrange delivery to Hope Town based on the rental company.

• Island Marine

  • 242.808.4615

  • islandmarineabaco@gmail.com

  • https://www.islandmarine.com
    

• Blue Wave Rentals

  • 242.367.3910

  • tc@bluewaverentals.com

  • https://bluewaverentals.com
    

• Cat’s Paw

  • 242.816.5220 OR 242.577.0517

  • catspawboats@icloud.com

  • https://catspawboatrentals.com
    

• Conch Pearl Boat Rental

  • 242.577.5277 OR 242.365.6450

  • dave@conchpearlboatrentals.com

• Barefoot Boat Rentals

  • barefootboatrentals@gmail.com

• Dive Guana

  • 242.577.0661 OR 242.577.1660

  • diveguana@yahoo.com

BOAT DOCKAGE AND MARINAS:

Yes, we have MANY renters who bring their Boats over to the Abacos and dock their Boats here for their stay.

The NEW Sea Spray Marina

(843) 735-9814 - Chris Cell

(242) 577-4696 - Bahamas

chris_i_higgs@yahoo.com

info@seasprayresort.com

Inquiry page for dock slips: https://seasprayresort.com/property/marina/book-a-slip/

We highly recommend The Sea Spray Marina, which accommodates boats 20’ - 130’ LOA. They have re-built their dock space after much devastation from Dorian in 2019. Chris Higgs is running the operation there now and he works for the group out of Charleston who has purchased the spray. It is quite exciting and once it is fully completed, they’re going to have an incredible land based operation, and it will be a positive impact on the island.

Sunset Exclusive Marina

242-458-9255

juniormernard@yahoo.com

We also recommend Sunset Exclusive Marina which is Just west of Southern Cross and Slightly southwest of Bahamian Rhapsody

(about 1/2 mile). It is run by a gentleman named Junior Mernard.

Hopetown Inn and Marina

(242) 366-0003 - Bahamas

(850) 588-4855

BOAT AND FISHING CHARTERS:

• HT Boat Charters

  • Renaldo Newton

  • 242.577.7309
    

• Captain Plug Adventures

  • 242.801.5085

  • captplug@gmail.com
    

• Islandboy Excursions

  • 242.808.1789

  • islandboyexcursions@gmail.com
    

• Clint Adderley

  • 242.808.5353
    

• The Ferry at The Crossing

  • Capt. Daron Knowles 242.822.0290

  • info@theferrylimited.com
    

• Cruise Abaco

  • 321.473,4223

  • reservations@cruiseabaco.com
    

• Local Boy Fishing

  • 242.458.1685

  • hopetownfishing@gmail.com
    

• Seagull Fishing Charter

  • 242.475.3143

  • karen@seagullcottages.com
    

• Bonefishing Guide – Justin Sands

  • 242.359.6890
    

DIVE EXCURSIONS & GEAR RENTAL:

• Jack Joseph – Paddle Boards & Surf Boards in Hope Town

  • 242.475.5800
    

• Dive Guana – scuba diving & snorkel, based in Guana Cay

  • 242.577.0661 OR 242.577.1660

  • diveguana@yahoo.com

COMMERCIAL AIRLINE TRAVEL • USA TO THE ABACOS:

A list on the various airlines that currently offer flights (both passenger and cargo) to Abaco from the USA. Also, a list of sea travel options for cargo.

• American Airlines

  • CLT (Charlotte)/MHH (Marsh Harbour)

    • Daily Flights June, July, & August (first-half)

  • MIA (Miami)/MHH (Marsh Harbour)

    • Daily Flights June, July, & August (first-half) AND beginning again November 3rd

    • Saturday Only Flights August (second half) – November 

• United (Silver Airways). (NOT VERY Reliable!!)

  • FLL (Fort Lauderdale)/MHH (Marsh Harbour)

    • Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

• Delta Airlines

  • ATL (Atlanta)/MHH (Marsh Harbour)

    • Starting June 6th flying 5x a week

• BahamasAir

  • PBI (West Palm Beach)/MHH (Marsh Harbour)

    • Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday through September 4th

    • Monday, Thursday, Saturday through November 27th

    • Monday, Thursday through December

  • NAS (Nassau)/MHH (Marsh Harbour)

    • Daily Flights Available

• Western Air

  • NAS (Nassau)/MHH (Marsh Harbour)

    • Daily

SCHEDULED SEATS • CHARTER FLIGHTS • AIR CARGO:

• Cherokee Air

  • West Palm Beach (Signature Flight Support)/Marsh Harbour

    • Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
      

• Air Unlimited

  • Orlando Sanford International/Marsh Harbour OR Treasure Cay

    • Flights available most days except Sunday

  • FULL CHARTER AVAILABLE
    

• Airgate

  • New Smyrna Beach/Marsh Harbour

  • FULL CHARTER AVAILABLE
    

• Makers Air

  • Fort Lauderdale (FXE)/Marsh Harbour

  • FULL CHARTER ONLY

  • CARGO FLIGHTS AVAILABLE
    

• TYRP

  • Lakeland (KLAL), FL/Marsh Harbour OR Treasure Cay *will fly from other US locations for a fee

  • FULL CHARTER ONLY
    

• Island Wings

  • Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE)/Marsh Harbour OR Treasure Cay

    • Check their website for updated flight schedules

    • CARGO FLIGHTS AVAILABLE
      

• Tropic Air

  • Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE)/Marsh Harbour OR Treasure Cay

    • Full charters only, no single seats

    • CARGO FLIGHTS AVAILABLE
      

• Aztec Airways

  • Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE)/Marsh Harbour OR Treasure Cay

    • Check their website for updated flight schedules

    • FULL CHARTER FLIGHTS AVAILABLE

    • CARGO FLIGHTS AVAILABLE (click HERE)
      

• Abaco Freight

  • Fort Lauderdale Executive (FXE)/Treasure Cay

    • Monday-Friday

    • CARGO FLIGHTS AVAILABLE
      

• Island Tyme

  • Florida to Marsh Harbour

    • FULL CHARTER FLIGHTS AVAILABLE

    • CARGO FLIGHTS AVAILABLE
      

• Blue Window Logistics

  • Based in Fort Lauderdale

    • CARGO FLIGHTS ONLY

FERRY SERVICES:

THE FERRY AT THE CROSSING

242.367.0290 / lnfo@theferrylimited.com / www.theferrylimited.com

MARSH HARBOUR TO HOPE TOWN:

6:15 am*, 7:15 am, 9:00 am, 3:30 pm*, 12:00 pm, 4:30 pm

HOPE TOWN TO MARSH HARBOUR:

6:45 am*, 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 12:30 pm, 4:00 pm*, 5:00 pm

TICKET TYPES AND PRICES:

One Way Adults: $15

ne Way Children 6 -12: $10

Roundtrip Adult: $20 (open return)

Roundtrip Children: $15 (open return)

Children 5 & under ride free with an adult

*Does not run on Sunday & Holidays

PLEASE CHECK WEBSITE FOR ANY CHANGES TO SCHEDULES AND FARES

DEPARTURE LOCATION: Hope Town ferries depart from the Ferry Dock at Crossing Beach in Marsh Harbour and Lower, Upper, Lodge Dock in Hope Town.

PRIVATE CHARTERS: The Ferry provides private charter services that depart on your schedule to and from your specific locations. Prices are subject to specific itinerary. Please contact our reservation lines, 242.367.0290, after hours 242.822.0290 or e-mail info@theferrylimited.com, deposits and cancellation fees may apply.

We take pride in our beautiful home and want to share our knowledge and experience of the island’s amenities with you. Please ask us any questions, we want to make your experience enjoyable and memorable.

As part of your rental, we do offer pick up/drop off of guests and their luggage at the Hopetown Ferry Boat dock.

Our feedback has been incredibly positive and complimentary!!

Come and share the GOOD LIFE Southern Cross has to offer.

Southern Cross features six king-sized bedrooms—each with its own private bath (four with stall showers and two with tub showers)—offering ultimate convenience for groups of friends or families. As one of the premier oceanfront homes to rent in the Abacos, our property ensures privacy, comfort, and ample space for everyone.

Situated oceanfront just north of White Sound and the Abaco Inn, and east of Firefly Inn, the Southern Cross property occupies a central spot on Elbow Cay. Guests enjoy direct beach access—walk steps from the deck to pristine white sand and gentle dunes. Golf cart rentals are encouraged to explore nearby Tahiti Beach, the Hopetown Marina and Lighthouse, and popular eateries such as Mackays Takeout, Firefly at the Abaco Inn, Cap’t Jacks, On da Beach, and Hopetown Marina.

Dive into our 35-ft saltwater pool oasis, complete with an outdoor shower and abundant lounge seating. The elevated dune-top deck offers additional ocean vistas and breezy entertaining spaces. Whether relaxing poolside or enjoying sunrise cocktails on the deck, the oceanfront homes to rent in Southern Cross deliver unforgettable waterfront moments.

• Upper Floor: Kitchen & Dining: Terrazzo stone countertops, rich cabinetry, pendant lighting, seating for 12+ at the dining table plus four at the breakfast bar, blender, toaster, microwave, water filtration, dishwasher, gas stove, side-by-side fridge with water/ice dispenser, and propane BBQ.

• Living Room: Panoramic ocean views, large sectional sofa for 8–10 guests, smart TV with Direct TV, seamless deck access.

• Lower Floor: Four additional king bedrooms, four full baths, and laundry facilities ensure comfort and convenience.

Coastal white-washed wood paneling and distressed-wood tiled floors run throughout the home. Central air conditioning, high-speed WiFi, and premium linens complete the interior luxuries.

Enjoy satellite Direct TV, stereo equipment, family board games, large Jenga blocks, and beach toys. The front yard of our oceanfront vacation rentals offers a volleyball court for outdoor recreation. Washer and dryer access provides practicality for extended stays in this premier oceanfront vacation rental.