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largest caves in the Bahamas. It, too, contains bats, as well as stalactites, stalagmites, and a
stone walkway with salt water on one side and fresh water on the other.
Reached from Queen's Hwy by a side road beginning at the Hillside Tavern, 1 mile south
of Cartwrights, the fishing hamlet of
Mangrove Bush
is a center for traditional boatbuild-
ing. Today the wooden vessels are built exclusively for racing regattas.
The
Long Island Library & Museum
( 242-337-0500; adult/child $3/0.50c;
8am-4pm Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm Sat) in Dead Man's Cay has a collection of photographs and
artifacts that chronicle the island's history and culture.
Sleeping & Eating
Ellen's Inn
B&B $
( 242-337-1086/0888; Queen's Hwy, Buckleys; s/d $75/90; ) This little white
bungalow is an immaculate and homely guesthouse. A guest lounge is comfortably fur-
nished and even pastries and sweets are put out for guests. The guest kitchen makes this an
affordable and good-value option. Rates are inclusive of taxes and Ellen also rents out cars
for $65 per day.
Constantakis Bay View Apartments
APARTMENTS $
( 242-337-0644; Pettys; one/two bedroom apts $85/100; ) These attractive green
lodgings are again in a perfect location for a fisherman in need for bed, balcony and a beer.
However, the comfortable kitchen, cable TV and two bedrooms also make this ideal for a
family looking for a quiet spot that overlooks the sea, although there is not really a beach
here.
Keva's Villas
STUDIOS $
( 242-337-1054; Queen's Hwy, Deadman's Cay; r $80; ) Within walking distance
of Max's Conch Bar & Grill, these very plain but clean units are also good value, comfort-
able enough and owned by Mr T, who also runs a car rental agency.
Smith & Wells Bonefish Lodge
FISHING LODGE $$$
( 242-337-0246;
www.deadmansbones.com
;
Queen's Hwy; $1970 all inclusive per per-
son per week; ) Sitting on the quiet edge of town, and adjacent to the water, this is the
place for fishing fans who want nothing more than a simple but clean place to sleep and a
screened veranda for a beer in the evening. It sleeps up to six people in three two-bedroom
units and the all inclusive fee includes a fishing guide, making this a good deal.
