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Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts announced plans to open its second boutique resort on Rum Cay in the Southern Bahamas. The Sumner Point Marina & Villas property is undergoing renovation and is expected to reopen this spring as the Guy Harvey Outpost Club & Marina, Rum Cay.
“Rum is the southern gateway in and out of the Bahamas, just like Bimini is to the north, so this is a great complement to our system,” said President Mark Ellert, who oversees location selection for the firm.
The Rum Cay project follows the reopening of the Bimini Big Game Club last year as a Guy Harvey Outpost.
Rum Cay has about 60 permanent residents and is roughly 50 miles southeast of Georgetown in the Exumas. Conception Island, which is part of the Bahamas National Land and Sea Park sanctuary, figures prominently in the company’s interest.
“Conception Island is just 10 miles from Rum,” said Chairman Guy Harvey, who holds a Ph.D in marine fisheries management. “In addition to the fantastic diving there, we intend to work with government in expanding the coral and shark research work of the Guy Harvey Research Institute, which is a cornerstone of our Outpost program in the Bahamas.”
The Sumner Point Marina is situated on the southeast tip of Rum Cay. The marina and adjoining club facilities have been owned and operated by the Little family since 1960.
“It’s time for our family to take this incredible property to the next level,” said Bobby Little in announcing the conversion of his boutique resort. “I was raised on Rum, as has my son. With our renovations and the support of the Guy Harvey Outpost brand and management, I expect ourproperty to become a beacon for sustainable tourism in the Southern Bahamas.”
The Bahamian government has recently invested in the island, adding a 5,000-foot runway and upgraded electric and telephone service. In converting to the Guy Harvey Outpost Club and Marina, immediate plans include rebuilding the 28-slip marina and relocating the fuel dock, adding a dive shop, refurnishing existing beachfront cottages and redeveloping the club’s Out of The Blue restaurant.
These improvements are scheduled for completion by the start of the summer boating season.
In the fall, work will begin on adding new marina and beachfront suites, a small spa and afreshwater pool complete with terraced patios and pool/beach bar.
Plans also call for additional bulkhead side-to tie up areas. Controlling depth is 6 feet, MLW, with plans to dredge to 9 feet for the 2013 season. The marina can take vessels up to 155 feet. Once complete, dockage will range from $2-$2.50 a foot in summer.
For more information, visit GuyHarveyOutpostRumCay.Com
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