Gems at Paradise situated in Clarence Town, the capital of Long Island, Bahamas, overlooks the harbour and the town with its unmistakable twin spire churches.

Owned and managed by Shavonne Darville, and assisted by cousin, Nancy Arangel, Gems at Paradise is a dream now materialized.

Situated on 16 acres of beach front property overlooking low-lying Clem Cay, a pretty and popular anchorage, and the Atlantic ocean beyond as far as the eye can see, Gems at Paradise occupies a rare and beautiful site.

With three fully-equipped condominium units (full kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom), each with a balcony overlooking the sea and three other units with sitting areas (three with balcony and three with partial ocean views), the hotel was designed to appeal to holiday-makers and long-term winter visitors.

Upscale interior accessories - quality furnishings, artwork, stained woodwork, and Italian tiles - were carefully chosen so as to ensure a superior level of comfort and informal elegance.

Deep Sea Fishing - Diving - Boating - Water Sports, Hiking, Sightseeing or just relaxing.

Boaters are catered to by Hans Darville (Shavonne's husband), a native long islander, exceptionally skilled fisherman and diver, and an avid boatsman. 

With dockage 50 feet from the hotel and 2 boats - a 32 foot Fairline (a pleasure cruiser that sleeps six) and a 31 foot Bertram (outfitted specifically for fishing expeditions) - sea lovers are amply provided for.

For those who wish to venture out at night, there is always entertainment to be found. Two local bands play traditional Bahamian music - soca and rake-n'-scrape. "By comparison with many bands in Nassau who cater for both the Bahamian and international markets, the Family Islands are a stronghold of ethnic music, " claims Shavonne. The Forest, a restaurant & bar located five minutes by car from Gems at Paradise regularly hosts these local bands. 

Though there is plenty to do and see, what is most refreshing about Long Island and its people is the peace, the welcoming sense that if you would like to simply be - walking the beach while marveling silently at your footprint pools of slippery pink, lying in a hammock relishing the southern tropical winds as it gently plucks at the leaves of your novel - that is expected.

Deadman's Cay is the nearest airport 10 miles north of Clarence Town. Stella Maris airport is approx. 60 miles north of Clarence Town. There are convenient Bahamasair flights from Nassau into both Stella Maris and Deadman's Cay. Gems at Paradise will furnish transportation from the airport to the hotel for a small fee.

Travelers who crave a natural sanctuary that feel like home, with all the modern amenities should fill out the inquiry form for availability or contact Gems at Paradise for rates and reservations at:

Gems at Paradise
Clarence Town,
Long Island Bahamas
Tel. 242-337-3019 or 242-327-0428, fax: 242-337-3021
e-mail: gemsatparadise@batelnet.bs 
http://www.gemsatparadise.com/