The Abaco Club reveals $350M transformation and new oceanfront amenities in The Bahamas

The Abaco Club, a 500-acre private club community on Great Abaco Island in The Bahamas, unveiled a $350 million transformation, one of the largest private club investments in the Caribbean. Developed, owned and operated by Southworth, this investment — the current phase of a 10-year investment plan — reflects a long-term commitment to elevating member experience while thoughtfully expanding the community through new amenities and residential offerings.  

“At The Abaco Club, our priority has always been a lifestyle defined by genuine belonging, memorable experiences and meaningful connection, which is why we continue to evolve the club over time, building on what members already love about being here,” said Tommy Southworth, president of Southworth. “This ongoing investment represents our vision for a true island sanctuary where members can enjoy world-class amenities, personal service and effortless living amid the unrivaled natural beauty of The Bahamas. It’s been a joy to see the new spaces bring fresh energy and new ways for families and friends to spend time together — creating experiences they’ll return to and remember for years to come.” 

The Bay Club: An oceanfront beach club at the heart of the community 

At the center of the transformation is The Bay Club, a beach club set along the club’s pristine two-mile stretch of white sand overlooking Winding Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Designed as the heart of The Abaco Club, The Bay Club offers a beachfront experience seamlessly blending sun, sea and community. Outdoors, a resort-style infinity-edge pool overlooks Winding Bay and features an integrated hot tub, dedicated lap lanes, a separate kids pool and shallow areas for families. A sun deck, poolside bar and beach access encourage all-day enjoyment. 

Indoors, The Bay Club delivers a communal spaces designed to serve members of all ages, making it easy to settle in and spend time together. The ground level features a lounge, boutique retail experience and a family lounge and game room centered around a cinema-style screen, classic arcade games, shuffleboard and communal tables. The upper-level adults-only Horizon Lounge provides an elevated atmosphere featuring a custom bar, billiards and game tables, big-screen TVs and sweeping views of Winding Bay. Designed by Pembrooke and Ives, the space is inspired by Bahamian culture, incorporating natural textures, ocean-inspired hues, locally sourced artwork and bespoke details. A wraparound terrace with firepits, intimate seating areas and a third-story crow’s nest and cigar lounge offer open-air settings for sunset views and evening gatherings. 

Expanded sporting and social amenities 

The Abaco Club is introducing expanded racquet offerings at The Stables. The original stable building has been reimagined to house a racquet sports boutique, while four new tennis courts, four padel courts and the Horseshoe bar, inspired by the club’s popular Birdie Bar, are located just beyond the structure. The surrounding area also includes a playing field, playground and 50,000-square-foot fishing pond, creating a park-like setting for pop-up football and soccer games, family time and social events. 

Additional new and enhanced amenities include: 

• Seven dedicated pickleball courts, reflecting growing member demand.
• El Diablo, a 40,000-square-foot, 18-hole putting course designed by club ambassador and PGA Tour Champion Darren Clarke.
• Birdie Bar, a member hub adjacent to the putting course.
• Wake Field, a Fenway-inspired wiffle ball and multi-use field created in honor of the late, longtime member and MLB legend Tim Wakefield.
• The Perch oceanfront deck between the 17th green and 18th tee.  
• Golf course enhancements by original architect Tom Mackenzie to enhance water views and overall course flow.

A redesign of The Cliff House, The Abaco Club’s signature clifftop restaurant, positioned above Winding Bay, refines and expands the club’s culinary and social offerings. Long regarded as one of the most iconic settings on property, the renovated Cliff House features refreshed interiors and a renewed focus on seasonally inspired menus. 

New real estate 

The Abaco Club’s ongoing evolution, highlighted by new amenities and several real estate offerings, helped the club nearly double year-over-year real estate sales in 2025 while introducing new residential neighborhoods offering the most direct path to membership.

The Cays Reserve is introducing 19 beachfront residences, priced from $4.15 million, just steps from The Bay Club, while The Green offers a collection of turnkey cottages overlooking the 14th green of the golf course, starting at $3.3 million. The club recently debuted an additional neighborhood, The Ridge Estates, featuring eight homesites for owners to create a custom retreat with panoramic Atlantic and 18th-hole views, starting at $2.1 million.  

An evolving island lifestyle 

Future amenities include a spa, an expanded fitness center with additional group fitness studios and a dedicated hub for daily Kid’s Club programming. Envisioned as an indoor-outdoor wellness retreat, the spa will feature individual treatment pavilions connected by paths through native vegetation. The experience will be supported by mindfulness programming, hydrotherapy facilities and relaxation areas.

The Abaco Club offers a range of experiences that shape daily life for members, including a top-ranked golf course, private boating and fishing, snorkeling and island-hopping excursions, signature events and children’s programming. Dining venues highlight fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including produce from the club’s hydroponic farm.

For more information, visit The Abaca Club’s website here.