Treasure Cay | |
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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 Bahamas. It has a population of 1,187 as of the 2010 Bahaman 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.
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History
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
The area is served by Treasure Cay Airport.
References
- ^ 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[1]