Man-O-War Cay

Man-O-War Cay is a traditional island in the Abacos, globally renowned for its exceptional heritage in wooden and fiberglass boatbuilding. Settled in the late 18th century by Loyalist families, most notably the Alburys, the cay has served as the nautical heart of the Bahamas for generations. To this day, the island remains a hub for maritime craftsmanship, with local yards producing world-class vessels. The community is known for its conservative values and religious devotion, famously maintaining a long-standing prohibition on the sale of alcohol. The settlement is immaculately maintained, with colonial-style homes that have often remained within the same families since the 1700s. Geographically, its harbor is exceptionally well-protected, making it a primary sanctuary for yachts during the hurricane season. In addition to boatbuilding, the island is celebrated for its production of durable sailcloth bags and other nautical wares. Man-O-War Cay successfully balances its industrial legacy with its appeal as a serene, upscale residential enclave.

Nearby cities

Spring City

A residential settlement near Marsh Harbour, Abaco.

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A historic settlement on Great Abaco.

Murphy Town

A settlement on Great Abaco, bordering Dundas Town.

Little Harbour (Abaco)

A secluded artist colony and foundry on Great Abaco.

Great Guana Cay

A narrow islet in the Abacos, known for its beaches.

Crossing Rocks

A small fishing community on Great Abaco.

Current

A small settlement in North Eleuthera.

The Bluff

A settlement on the island of Eleuthera.

Sandy Point

A settlement at the southern tip of Great Abaco Island.

Gregory Town

A town on Eleuthera famous for its pineapples and surfing.

History & landmarks

Hole-in-the-Wall Lighthouse

A remote lighthouse located at the southern tip of Great Abaco.

Preacher's Cave

A sprawling cave that served as a refuge for the first English settlers in the Bahamas.

Saint Matthew's Anglican Church

The oldest surviving church building in the city of Nassau.

Glass Window Bridge

A spot where you can see the dark Atlantic and turquoise Caribbean Sea simultaneously.

Baha Mar Resort

A massive hotel and casino complex dominating the Cable Beach skyline.

More places

Bahamas Honey Production

Local beekeepers produce unique honey from the nectar diversity of native flora, such as Brasiletto and Gumbo-Limbo trees.

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Tilloo Cay Reserve

A protected area in the Abacos that serves as an important nesting site for seabirds.

Hope Town Post Office

A historic building in Hope Town that served as the communications hub for the community for a long time.

Pelican Cays Land and Sea Park

A 2,100-acre marine reserve in the Abacos known for its underwater caves and coral reefs.

Marsh Harbour Boat Yard

An important boat-building and repair center in the Abacos.

Great Abaco

The largest island in the Abaco chain, known for its pine forests and boat-building tradition.

Great Abaco Pine Forests

Expansive stands of Caribbean Pine forming a crucial habitat for the endangered Bahama Parrot.

Treasure Cay Marina

A tourism marina with provisioning and berthing facilities.