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'''Windermere Island''' is an [[island]] located in [[The Bahamas]] which about five miles long and is noted for its beaches. It is connected to [[Eleuthera]] by a short bridge protected by a guardhouse. The Island is private and only accessible to homeowners as well as guests and is renowned as a private retreat for people from all over the world. The adjoining waters and flats of [[Savannah Sound]] are considered to be a premier bonefishing location. Although seldom mentioned in articles and guidebooks, Windermere's five-mile long beach is protected by a five mile long reef which is rich in fish and underwater flora, the beach was considered by [[Jacques-Yves Cousteau]] to be one the two most beautiful in the world. |
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| map_caption = The location of Windermere Island within the Bahamas |
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| archipelago = [[Lucayan Archipelago]] |
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| country = [[Bahamas]] |
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The island is populated with private homes and the Club at Windermere, a private club offering a restaurant, tennis courts, and a swimming pool. [[Diana Princess of Wales]] holidayed in one of the houses, and enjoyed the beach in [[Savannah Sound]] from where a member of the [[paparazzi]] snapped the infamous picture of a pregnant Princess in a swimsuit. |
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'''Windermere Island is''' a small [[island]] in [[The Bahamas]], off the coast of [[Eleuthera]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Windermere Island |url=https://windermereislandowners.com/ |access-date=2024-07-25 |website=Windermere Island Homeowners Association}}</ref> The two islands are connected by a bridge.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Hicks |first=India |date=1 July 2023 |title=An insider’s guide to Harbour Island, The Bahamas, |url=https://www.countrylife.co.uk/travel/an-insiders-guide-to-harbour-island-the-bahamas-by-india-hicks-257310 |access-date=2024-07-25 |work=Country Life}}</ref> |
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The island is approximately 5.5 miles (8.9 kilometers) long. The bridge was built by [[David Trefgarne, 2nd Baron Trefgarne|Lord Trefgarne]], who was the former owner of the island. |
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The adjoining waters and flats of [[Savannah Sound]] are a popular [[bonefishing]] location, and Windermere's 5-mile-long beach is protected by a 5-mile-long (8 kilometers) reef that is rich in fish and underwater flora. It is also located in the same bay as Camp Bahamas. There are numerous animals around the island, including [[sand crab]]s and [[whale shars]]s. |
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== Residents == |
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The island is populated with private homes and holiday rental properties. [[Diana, Princess of Wales]], and [[Charles III]] spent their 1981 honeymoon on the island. Famous residents have included: [[Jacques-Yves Cousteau]]; [[James Hamilton, 5th Duke of Abercorn|the 5th Duke of Abercorn]] and his late wife [[Alexandra Hamilton, Duchess of Abercorn|Sacha, Duchess of Abercorn]]; [[Toni Braxton]]; [[India Hicks]]; and the family of [[Lyndon B. Johnson]]. |
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In April 2008, singer-songwriter [[Mariah Carey]] and comedian [[Nick Cannon]] were married at Carey’s private residence on the island. |
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== Geography == |
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Windermere Island is adjacent to the larger island of [[Eleuthera]], and the two islands are connected by a bridge. The Windermere island offers white sandy beaches, bright blue waters, and unnaturally planted [[Arecaceae]] trees. |
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The island is approximately 5.5 miles (8.9 kilometers) long and 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) wide, with a total area of about 5 square miles (8 km<sup>2</sup>). |
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Windermere Island is home to a number of different ecosystems, including pine forests, mangrove swamps, and sand dunes. The island is also surrounded by [[Coral reef|coral reefs]], which provide important habitats for a variety of marine life, and provide countless [[Ecosystem service|ecosystem services]]. |
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The island's climate is tropical, with warm temperatures year-round and a rainy season from May to October. The vegetation on the island is adapted to these conditions, with species such as coconut palms, sea grapes, and bougainvillea thriving in the warm, humid environment. |
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== References == |
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[[Category:Islands of the Bahamas]] |
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| Location | Atlantic Ocean |
| Coordinates | 25°04′N 76°06′W / 25.067°N 76.100°W |
| Archipelago | Lucayan Archipelago |
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| ISO code | BS-CE |
Windermere Island is a small island in The Bahamas, off the coast of Eleuthera.[1] The two islands are connected by a bridge.[2]
The island is approximately 5.5 miles (8.9 kilometers) long. The bridge was built by Lord Trefgarne, who was the former owner of the island.
The adjoining waters and flats of Savannah Sound are a popular bonefishing location, and Windermere's 5-mile-long beach is protected by a 5-mile-long (8 kilometers) reef that is rich in fish and underwater flora. It is also located in the same bay as Camp Bahamas. There are numerous animals around the island, including sand crabs and whale sharss.
Residents
[edit]The island is populated with private homes and holiday rental properties. Diana, Princess of Wales, and Charles III spent their 1981 honeymoon on the island. Famous residents have included: Jacques-Yves Cousteau; the 5th Duke of Abercorn and his late wife Sacha, Duchess of Abercorn; Toni Braxton; India Hicks; and the family of Lyndon B. Johnson.
In April 2008, singer-songwriter Mariah Carey and comedian Nick Cannon were married at Carey’s private residence on the island.
Geography
[edit]Windermere Island is adjacent to the larger island of Eleuthera, and the two islands are connected by a bridge. The Windermere island offers white sandy beaches, bright blue waters, and unnaturally planted Arecaceae trees.
The island is approximately 5.5 miles (8.9 kilometers) long and 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) wide, with a total area of about 5 square miles (8 km2).
Windermere Island is home to a number of different ecosystems, including pine forests, mangrove swamps, and sand dunes. The island is also surrounded by coral reefs, which provide important habitats for a variety of marine life, and provide countless ecosystem services.
The island's climate is tropical, with warm temperatures year-round and a rainy season from May to October. The vegetation on the island is adapted to these conditions, with species such as coconut palms, sea grapes, and bougainvillea thriving in the warm, humid environment.
References
[edit]- ^ "Windermere Island". Windermere Island Homeowners Association. Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ Hicks, India (1 July 2023). "An insider's guide to Harbour Island, The Bahamas,". Country Life. Retrieved 2024-07-25.