A private island in The Abacos, fully restored and operational — now advancing toward its next chapter as an ultra-luxury destination.

Development Background

The Allen Family acquired Walker’s Cay in the aftermath of the 2004 hurricanes, when the island had been left largely in ruins. What followed was a comprehensive restoration: environmental remediation, the rebuilding of core utilities, and the development of a state-of-the-art marina. The family’s commitment to the region extends well beyond the island itself, through long-standing philanthropic initiatives in Grand Cay and Freeport and the establishment of a historical preservation museum in Freeport.

Today, Walker’s Cay stands as the northernmost island in The Abacos — a fully operational private island and one of the premier sportfishing destinations in The Bahamas.

The Island Today — Phase 1 Complete

Core infrastructure is built, in place, and fully operational:

• An 84-slip, state-of-the-art deep-water marina
• A private airstrip with customs and immigration on-island
• On-island power generation and water production
• Staff facilities and supporting amenities

The island actively generates revenue and hosts world-class fishing tournaments. Unlike a greenfield site, Walker’s Cay is a finished, functioning asset with its foundational development risk already retired.

Phase 2 — In Development

A marina village is now advancing — accommodations, food and beverage venues, wellness facilities, and supporting amenities, with targeted completion in 2027. A marina membership and slip-sales program is underway, with strong early demand from a discerning buyer base. The marina village is planned to be operated in partnership with an established luxury hospitality brand.

Phase 3 — The Ultra-Luxury Vision

Phase 3 will introduce an ultra-luxury branded resort alongside a limited collection of private oceanfront villas on fee-simple lots. Subdivision planning is complete and formal surveying is underway. Upon completion, Walker’s Cay is positioned to rank among the leading ultra-luxury destinations in The Bahamas and the wider Caribbean.

The Opportunity

Walker’s Cay offers a rare combination: a completed, operational private-island asset; demonstrated market demand; and substantial value creation ahead across a phased development plan. Capital partnership opportunities across the development are available to qualified parties.

Detailed information — including the development plan, financial models, and capital structure — available to qualified parties upon execution of a non-disclosure agreement.

For more information contact Cezil Jondonero at Cezil@LuxuryHospitalityAdvisors.com.