Inn Details

CHESTER'S HIGHWAY INN BONE FISH LODGE is located in the north on remoteee, pristineeee, ACKLINS ISLAND in THE BAHAMAS...where "all the rich creatures of the world live." This Island boasts of the fact that ...here ... there is absolutely no noise, no pollution, no banks, no traffic, no ATMS! Overnighting in Nassau (Nation's Capital) is a must. Our Bed & Breakfast Lodge is excellent for the "do-it-yourself" bone fish angler. Walk fifty feet from your bedroom into ankle-to-knee-deep waters. Cycle to nearby Datum Bay/Atwood Harbour, and Nancy Cove, (see maps/satellite images on google earth). We are located at the T-junction in the north heading west just three miles from the Settlement of Lovely Bay. Spend the day kayaking. Watch the 'cudas chase the bones while collecting valuable shells on the beach! Bird-watch! "Find yourself vulnerable & laughing amid real untrammeled beauty!" Delicious native meals and desserts are served in the Club House Cafe by the Lodge's wonderful Hosts. The four one bedroom/one private bathroom styled Lodge is beatuifully decorated and compliments the natural surroundings. The entire ambiance entreats all Novelists, Artists, Nature Adventurist, Bone Fisherman, and all who love peace, to "get lost...well and truly out of .... head" in the tranquil and breath-taking beauty of the Island. Please...don't forget to take your camera!

Rejuvenate yourself..."get away from it all!" Discover Nature, Rediscover yourself! Discover Acklins Island while at Chester's Highway Inn Bone Fish Lodge!

Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Island
  • Directions to property:
    Over-nighting in Nassau (Nation's Capitol) Bahamas is a must. Travel to ACKLINS ISLAND the following day by Bahamas Air (National Airline) on Wednesday or Saturday. Pineapple Air will also bring you to ACKLINS on Monday or Friday. Travel north from SPRING POINT AIRPORT for forty miles. At the T-juncture turn west or left...CHESTER'S HIGHWAY INN BONE FISH LODGE is 600 yards from T-juncture on the left hand side of the street...Miles of bone fish flats in on the right side of the street. Private Charter ports of entry: Andros, Exuma, or Long Island.
  • Meeting places:
    • Airport

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • Accommodations: Rates per person double occupa
  • There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 185.00 and $ 285.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 165.00 and $ 350.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 70.00 and $ 100.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Computer
  • DVD Player
  • Desk
  • Fax Machine
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Washer/dryer
  • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 7:30am
    • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast Room, Dining Room, On-site restaurant
    • Lunch is available by special request for $15.00
    • Dinner is available by special request for $35.00
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon snack, Packed take out lunch, Afternoon tea, Dessert, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
    • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted
    • Our signature dish is Chowder a-la-Arnette
      Served with Julius' home made bread, lobster 'n asparagus/brcolli/cheese/garlic with rum cake dessert

    Policies

    • No minimum stay required
    • Smoking is not allowed
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets
    • Limitations on children staying
    • Childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
    • Deposit amount required (LAST MINUTE DEALS.Payment in full fourteen/14 days before arrival. 1/2 payment ninety/90days before travel/when booking. See website...www.chestershighwayinn.com. for booking policy.)
    • Check in time is 9am and Check out time is 1pm
    • Cancellations:
      Please visit web-site for cancellation policy www.chestershighwayinn...Same policy to bedandbreakfast.com
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Bahama Out Island Promotion Board
      • Bahamas Ministry of Tourism

    Discounts available:
     15%"Mancation/Seniors Package-6th person discountedMinimum stay: 7 days
     10%Groups of 7 - Person # 6Minimum stay: 7 days
      Seven/7 persons-Group Leader stays freeMinimum stay: 7 days
     5%Sleep 4nights.. pay for 3nights -Groups of 4/fourMinimum stay: 4 days
     5%Sleep 6nights...pay for 5nightsMinimum stay: 6 days

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Julius Chisholm & Arnette Chisholm
      Julius and Arnette enjoy fishing, reading, travel, cooking, music
    • The innkeepers speak: English
    • There is one cat on the property
    • There is one dog on the property
    • Other pet(s) on the property: kid (young goat)

    Area Attractions

    Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Nature area, Ocean

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle rental, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Swimming

    Contact Information


    Chester's Highway Inn Bonefish Lodge Bed and Breakfast
    Chester's Highway Inn Bonefish Lodge
    Chester's Acklins Island
    Acklins Island
    The Bahamas
    Bahamas
    Phone: +1-242-344-3114
    Innkeeper(s)
    Julius Chisholm & Arnette Chisholm
    Rates:
    $165 - $350
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    Photo Album

    Take boat & guide for the day to rich flats and deep waters where "all the sea life of the world live" "Wow!...just across the street...50ft from my bed.....!  Isn't that awesome?  !!
    After breakfast, with rod and packed lunch aboard, cycle to nearby Datum Bay/Atwood Harour/Nancy Cove (see maps/satellite images on google earth). Return in time for afternoon snack and dinner. Relax in Cafe...Club House sharing stories about 'the size of your catch during your fishing day.Kayak for miles just across the street from the Lodge.  
The New York Times said about Acklins:
"Find yourself vulnerable and laughing amid real, untrammeled beauty!"
    In addition to dining in the Club House Cafe, enjoy your late breakfast or brunch in your room.Watch the dance of the approaching bone-fish &'cudas while relaxing on the porch. Then pick up your rod to catch that five to eight pound catch of the day!
    After breakfast, walk in pink sands along the beach collecting valuable shells and  observe "the manta rays pulsing along" the edge of the water on Acklins Island."Be'n out here from early mornin' breakfast.  It's lunch time now.  Man that 'cuda really gave me a hell-of-a-time...a serious run for my money...must  rest and watch the tailin' bone fish before heading back to Chester's for dinner.  Be'n out here all day!"
    "Now I see why those bone fish did the lightin' dash pass my legs!! Once I land this 'cuda chasing them...I'll return to completing my Novel.  Bed & Breakfast @ Chester's is all around productive!"

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • "Do-It-Yourself" Bone Fish Package
    • All Inclusive Bone Fish Package
    • Business travel
    • Christian Travel
    • Economical rates
    • Excellent views
    • Gourmet food
    • Honeymoons
    • Nature
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape

    Type:
    • Bone Fish Lodge
    • Bed and Breakfast
    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    Details:
    • Architectural style is 4 Apartments with adjacent Club House
    • Built in 2005
    • Opened for business in 2005
    • Restored / Remodeled in 2009
    • Access for the disabled
    • Parking available