Treasure Cay
Treasure Cay | |
|---|---|
  Treasure Cay Location within Bahamas  Treasure Cay Location within North Atlantic | |
| Coordinates: 26°40′34″N 77°17′36″W / 26.67611°N 77.29333°W | |
| Country |  Bahamas |
| Island | Abaco |
| District | North Abaco |
| Elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Population (2010) | |
• Total | 1,187 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern Time Zone) |
| Area code | 242 |
Treasure Cay is a parcel of land connected to Great Abaco Island in the north of the Bahamas. It has a population of 1,187 as of the 2010 Bahamian census.[1]
There are two resorts: Bahama Beach Club developed by Businessman Craig H. Roberts and Treasure Cay Beach Hotel, Marina & Golf resort, condos, villas, and private homes, many for rent. Located within are bars, restaurants, shops, and a bakery, a ceramic shop. There is a large marina that hosts seasonal fishing tournaments, tennis courts, and a golf course. Green Turtle Cay Ferry Dock is located on the island.
History
[edit]The settlement of Carleton Point, named after Sir Guy Carleton, was founded in 1783 on the northern end of Sand Banks Cay by about 600 Loyalists fleeing the post-Revolutionary United States. A hurricane hit in 1785, and the settlement was later deserted.[2]
Transportation
[edit]The area is served by Treasure Cay Airport.
References
[edit]- ↑ NORTH ABACO POPULATION BY SETTLEMENT AND TOTAL NUMBER OF OCCUPIED DWELLINGS: 2010 CENSUS - Bahamas Department of Statistics
- ↑ "Island Vacations - the Official Website of the Bahamas".
- Steve Dodge, The First Loyalist Settlements in Abaco, Carleton and Marsh's Harbour, 1979 (not seen)
- Sandy Estabrook's Abaco Guide
- Bahama Beach Club Treasure Cay Guide
- Top Real Estate Agency located in Treasure Cay, Abaco, Bahamas
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