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Founded in 2010, Ocean Baker's Bay has been described in different ways by different people and organizations. Ocean Home describes Baker's Bay as a marina-golf private, members-only residential community that covers over 600 acres on Great Gauna Cay Island, Abaco, Bahamas. Links Magazine reveals that Baker's Bay is the 14th property of Discovery Land, an American real-estate company.

It sits between The Sea of Abaco and The Atlantic Ocean. Regular amenities of Baker's Bay include; standard 24-hour security, medical services, and a member services team responsible for catering to members' needs.

A six-and-a-half-mile white beach surrounds Baker's Bay, Bahamas. The exclusive walls of this residential community feature such rare luxuries that Baker's Bay has been tagged the Number #1 place to experience the remote Island of the Bahamas. Aside from the popular fact that the Bahamas is a pleasant destination to cruise, relax, and learn something new. Here are 10 other things about beautiful Baker's Bay, Bahamas.

UPDATE: 2023/04/21 10:48 EST BY AARON SPRAY

More Things To Know About Baker's Bay, Bahamas

Baker's Bay, Bahamas, is one of the leading exclusive luxury destinations in the Bahamas, open only for members. Baker's Bay is something of a romantic dream for many but also out of the budget range for most. This list was updated and expanded to include more of the things to know about visiting Baker's Bay, Bahamas.

14 Snack-Golf At Baker's Bay, Bahamas

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Colorful Coral Reef
Colorful Coral Reef

The eighteen-hole: Award-winning Tom Fazio-designed oceanfront golf course has long been the main feature of Baker's Bay. 12 out of 18 of the holes feature spectacular views of the water. Another feature of the golf course is The Comfort Stations. The Slip Sip, a comfort station, sits between holes 5 and 16. Slip sap menu consists of snacks, burgers, and sandwiches. Another comfort station sits between the pickleball courts and the kid's park. The third one, the Casamigos Bar and Taqueria, sits over Casa Beach. The Casamigos provide a wide menu for hungry golfers, including several meat options, conch ceviche, guacamole, fresh fish tacos, tortilla chips, and even beverages.

13 No Fancy Dress Code In Baker's Bay, Bahamas

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Couple walking along the beach during sunset 

Right from the resort down to the golf course, everything about the elegant golf course of Baker's Bay screams class! Although there are things to avoid in the Bahamas, golfers at Baker's Bay can put on whatever they want, unlike other standard golf courts.

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12 Baker's Bay Outdoor Pursuits Team

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Beach hut along the seashore, a perfect place for honeymooners to relax 

At Baker's Bay, there is something called The Outdoor Pursuits Concierge Recreation Team. Often, a visitor might need clarification to determine what activity to take on. This team aims to eliminate that barrier. They help members identify and explore their interests. Then take on the responsibility of creating a plan and arrangement for the trip. The list of activities at Baker's Bay is endless. It includes free diving, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, sports and bottom fishing, kite surfing, wakeboarding, and surfing.

11 Baker's Bay Culinary – From Start To Finish

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Oysters on ice with shallot and white wine vinegar  

Baker's Bay prides itself on producing all the ingredients needed to create its wide range of cuisine.

To achieve this, The Baker's Bay organic farm has continued to grow different seasonal vegetables and products. Baker's Bay has granted visitors a farm-to-table experience for over nine years. Members can also cultivate their products to take the 'farm-to-table' experience to their homes.

10 Under Construction

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A man and woman in black swim suits scuba diving.

The mile of Baker's Bay Golf and Ocean Club features a host of activities, from its famous award-winning Tom Fazio-designed golf course to the spa and fitness center. With the various sea and land activities already available, one would think the club would focus on maintenance.

However, the structures under construction are tennis courts, a bowling alley, and a movie theater.

9 It Is Exclusive

Snorkeling At a Tropical Reef

All DLC properties, of which Baker's Bay is a part, have always been exclusive; restricted to only members. This means that Baker's Bay, in particular, is a members only club, as are all Discovery Land Company properties.

8 The Marina

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View over a beach in San Salvador Bahamas

According to Elevated Magazines, an attraction site of Baker's Bay is its seaport – The Marina. The 33-acre Marina is spacious, accommodating vessels up to 250' in length. Members can choose from a wide range of boats; fast, large, etc. The Marina offers dock services such as stable internet, a fish cleaning station, adequate security, electricity, and potable water.

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7 The Marina Village

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Overwater bungalows, perfect for a summer honeymoon

The cobblestone pathways of the picturesque. Marina Village offers members a chance to learn about the rich and unique Bahamas culture. The exclusive Marina Village boasts a BLU Boutique, a fitness center, a market deli-style restaurant, and a conch shack bar bursting with energy. The shack bar features a waterfront bar and a grill. The Discovery Design Center, also on the Marina, functions as a community for newcomers who plan on designing their own homes.

6 Baker's Bay Self-Designed Houses

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Turtle climbing on a reef

Concerning residency, Baker's Bay offers about 220 custom home sites, boathouses, beach club cottages, and Marina Island lots. The houses at Baker's Bay are all expertly built. They are covered with bright colors, possess wild balconies, and are styled in the traditional Bahamian mode. However, upon approval from the Baker's Bay design review committee, residents can hire their architects.

5 Home For The Elite

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Luxury yacht pierces the waters

The elegant décor of Baker's Bay ultimately calls to the high and wealthy. Conglomerates, business people, and even celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez, Tom Brady, basketball star Michel Jordan, and Reese Witherspoon, among others. Celebrity Elle Macpherson and Reese Witherspoon also own a home on Baker's Bay. Canadian Music star, Justin Bieber, proposed to Hailey Baldwin on this same Baker's Bay. There are still more luxuries hidden behind the exclusive walls of Baker's Bay, like the ski mountains, a world-class spa, a private beach club, The Atlantic restaurant, and club-owned water-craft. The secluded walls of Baker's Bay have certainly earned its title as the heart of the Bahamas.

4 Baker's Bay Powder Soft Beaches

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White sand beach with imposing palms
 

Baker's Bay is in the Abaco Islands, which are considered some of the most beautiful in the Bahamas. These islands and Baker's Bay boasts stunning beaches with powder-soft white sand beaches. Flop on the beach 150 miles off the coast of Florida and soak in the tropical sun. Discover why the beaches at Baker's Bay are so popular and famous - in fact, Baker's Bay has 6.5 miles of sandy beach.

3 Care Free Tropical Caribbean Island Vibe

Massage Spa

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The vibe at Baker's Bay is that of carefree Bahamian living. Baker's Bay Golf and Ocean Club are open only for members along with their escorted guests. This creates a relaxing and safe without any unwanted visitors or large crowds from the outside. Discover the 600 acres of Baker's Bay Bahamas spread out over the Great Guana Cay.

2 Baker's Bay World-Class Spa

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A wo,an relaxing in a luxury spa resort 

It should go without saying that Baker's Bay has some of the most luxurious spas for its members to enjoy. Everything here is for the luxury of the highest standard. Luxury touches everything of Baker's Bay, from the luxurious residences to the great wellness center. Get a high-quality detox treatment, massage, pedicure, or other pampering sessions to unwind and relax.

1 Enjoy Unlimited Caribbean Island Activities At Baker's Bay

Baker's Bay offers a full range of excellent outdoor pursuits. Select everything from water sports to diving for lobsters, to fishing for marlin, to day tours through the Exumas, to water skiing. There are no limits to the range of experiences on offer at Baker's Bay, or that can be arranged by Baker's Bay. Explore the very best of the Bahamas at Baker's Bay.