Little Norman’s Cay, also known as L’Hacienda, is one of the most aesthetically distinct and operationally sophisticated private islands in the Bahamas. Nestled within the crystalline waters of the northern Exumas, this 40-acre sanctuary has been developed with a rare architectural vision that prioritizes environmental harmony. Unlike the traditional colonial styles found throughout the archipelago, the island’s primary estate is a stunning tribute to American Southwest Adobe architecture, offering a "desert-meets-the-sea" aesthetic that is unique to the region. Fully self-sustaining and turnkey, the island is a generational legacy asset designed for high-level privacy and effortless entertainment.
Property Details
The residential compound is designed as a series of interconnected pavilions that encourage indoor-outdoor flow while maintaining individual privacy.
The Main Villa: A 7,200-square-foot courtyard-style masterpiece featuring five bedrooms and hand-painted barrel-roll ceilings. The second-story master suite offers a grand open-plan bath with 360-degree views of the Exuma Sound.
Guest Accommodations: Two independent guest cottages—a one-bedroom master cottage (840 sq. ft.) and a two-bedroom cottage (700 sq. ft.)—bracket the main house, providing a total of eight guest bedrooms.
Entertainment: The estate includes a professional-grade 16-person movie theater and a billiards room, ensuring that island life remains as engaging as it is serene.
The Staff Village: A colorful, fully-functioning community at the island’s center, featuring a manager’s house, multiple staff cottages (totaling 7 bedrooms), a cafeteria, a 1,800-square-foot game room, and a 3,400-square-foot logistics warehouse.
Land and Water
The natural beauty of Little Norman’s Cay is defined by its dramatic elevations and world-class beach frontage.
The Shoreline: The island boasts six pristine white-sand beaches, including a spectacular north-point beach that extends over a thousand feet into a shallow sandbar.
Topography: With rolling hills reaching elevations of 50 feet, the island offers numerous protected building sites with sweeping panoramic views of the turquoise banks.
Private Marina: A harbor cut directly into the limestone allows for secure dockage of center-console vessels, providing a dramatic and private point of arrival for guests.
Access and Utilities
Little Norman’s Cay is a model of modern sustainability and logistical convenience.
Sustainability: The island is 100% solar-powered, supported by a reverse osmosis water plant and a high-capacity backup diesel generator system for total operational redundancy.
Connectivity: The property is just minutes by boat from Norman’s Cay, where a new world-class boutique resort development offers multiple restaurants and a deep-water marina capable of hosting the owner’s mega-yacht.
Aviation: The nearby 5,000-foot runway at Norman’s Cay accommodates large private jets and features a full-time port of entry with Bahamas Customs and Immigration, allowing for seamless international arrivals.
Lifestyle and Value
Ownership of Little Norman’s Cay is an invitation to a "barefoot luxury" lifestyle in the most coveted cruising grounds in the world. As a turnkey estate, the island is ready for immediate enjoyment, complete with a fleet of Wellcraft center-consoles, Wave-runners, and Hobie Cats. In a 2026 market where self-sufficient private retreats near major aviation hubs are the ultimate luxury, Little Norman’s Cay stands as a premier trophy asset—a private world where time slows down, and every detail has been curated for tranquility and adventure.
