Phase one of The Marina at Emerald Bay opened on Friday with 47 slips receiving vessels from 35′ – 175′ in length and up to 225′ transient berth at the fuel dock with a controlling depth of 14 feet.
Positioned on Great Exuma, Bahamas, just minutes north of Georgetown, the marina dockage system comprises of fixed and Bellingham floating concrete docks with a high-speed fueling dock and single / three phase power options, the company said in a statement.
The statement also said that the temporary Harbourmaster’s office is outfitted with an attentive staff, a crew lounge, billiards, restrooms, laundry facilities and shuttle service to the private beach club, pool and the Four Seasons Resort.
Wahoo’s Waterfront Restaurant, open to the public, is located next to the marina services building in an airy screen enclosed structure while awaiting the permanent restaurant’s completion in 2007.
Phase two of The Marina Village will include completion of the remaining 103 slips, Dry Storage Building, Private Yacht Clubhouse, Members Exclusive Beach Club, Cabana Spa and Fitness Center with an infinity pool and Greg Norman Golf Course which is currently ready to play.
The Club at Emerald Bay Yacht and Social Memberships incorporate a five-star, full service private yacht club with wet and dry slip memberships and member-only amenities that rival any exclusive club around the world, the company said.
While under construction, the private yacht and social club memberships are available at an introductory rate.
Located only 10 miles from Georgetown International Airport, this deep-water mega yacht facility is a 24-hour port of entry with notification for customs and immigration.
The Marina at Emerald Bay has a 150 ft. entrance, 14ft. depth MLW and 800 ft. breakwater approach.
In phase two, a dry storage area for boats up to 40 ft., high-end provisioning market and a crew area with internet will be available.
The company’s release said the Marina at Emerald Bay provides the modern conveniences essential to the yachting community and will become a gathering place for yachtsman, sports fisherman and social members.
“We are anticipating that the channel markers will be in place in November to warrant the entrance for visiting Captains,” said Doug Black, V.P. of Marina Operations. “The channel maintains 14 ft. at low tide, with off-lying reefs on either side of the channel.” For assistance, The Marina monitors VHF radio CH 16 and working CH 11. “The pristine, translucent waters of theses islands provide the perfect cruising grounds for any vessel”, states Black. “The new Exuma charter destination of a one week itinerary from Nassau to Great Exuma will allow charter companies to book The Marina at Emerald Bay for embarkation or disembarkation, call ahead for reservations and confirmation”.
Great Exuma has been teeming with development since construction began at Emerald Bay evolving 470 acres of Bahamas Out Island into the ultimate yachtsman’s delight.
Until the completion of Phase Two, visitors will have use of the infinity pool, pool-side Pallappa Restaurant and bar, fitness center and beach club at Grand Isle Villas.
The company said the Four Seasons Resort, Great Exuma Emerald Bay, is fully operational and has luxurious amenities accessible to marina guests including the Greg Norman Golf Course, The Four Seasons Spa, three Four Seasons restaurants, exquisite boutiques and the European-style casino opening spring 2006.
This world-class facility will become the treasure of the Bahamas Islands and a sanctuary for the yachting connoisseur, resort officials said in their statement.
“The Marina at Emerald Bay and The Club at Emerald Bay is being designed and constructed to the same high level of standards that we adhered to in the construction of the Four Seasons Resort at Emerald Bay,” said CEO of EBR Holdings Ltd., Kevin Clemente. “The Master Plan at Emerald Bay has always been to create a five star enclave on Great Exuma having every imaginable amenity that visitors, members and residents alike would want at a location as ours.”
The Club at Emerald Bay membership program is created with the vision of establishing a very active yet elegant lifestyle with outstanding member privileges and club facilities, the company said.
With social memberships starting at $5,000 refundable deposit and monthly dues of $50 per month, Social members will soak up all the amenities of The Club at Emerald Bay, the statement added.
The private yacht clubhouse plans to be the social center for member events, lobster fests, yacht festivals, regattas and special occasions. For a private escape, The Cabana Spa and Fitness Center provides a tropical oasis to rejuvenate the soul. The Beach Club at Emerald Bay has something for everyone whether lounging in the sun or exploring the underwater splendor just off the shoreline. Being a member of The Club at Emerald Bay will satisfy the most discerning traveler.
“The Members of The Club at Emerald Bay enjoy preferred access with the ability to have their very own designated dock to The Marina at Emerald Bay,” said Todd Kitchell, Vice President of Club Operations.
“Our member and guest services will be exceptional throughout the Emerald Bay community with the Four Seasons setting, service, quality standards in a safe and comfortable haven for members and marina guests to explore the most scenic and uninhabited chain of islands within The Bahamas.”
Source: The Bahama Journal
