One of the unspoiled treasures of The Bahamas, 60-mile-long Cat Island has lush landscapes of green forests and rolling hills. The island was named for British Sea Captain Catt and is the childhood home of the illustrious actor Sidney Poitier. Here, the weather is always beautiful, with temperatures ranging from the high 60s during the short winters to the mid 80s most of the year. The clear, sparkling waters of the Atlantic and Exuma Sound are perfect for sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing and swimming.

The south side of the island offers miles of tranquil, white sandy beaches and blue waters. The northeast side is distinguished by pink sand, pretty coral reefs and an old shipwreck beckoning exploration.

You can travel from one end of the island to the other on a well maintained highway, rightly called "The Main Road" without fear of getting lost as it is the only road that runs the length of the island. In your course of travel from the northern most end, Arthur's Town, to the southern point, Port Howe, you will be charmed by the friendly folks who wave as you pass, or sit and chat with you while you stop to have refreshments at one of the many restaurant/bars along the way. There are numerous straw markets where the local merchants make their own items such as hats and purses.

As you travel through The Bight, the heavenly scent of freshly baked bread will draw you to Ms. Olive's door where you can purchase an array of baked goodies.

Tropical trees and wildflowers proliferate throughout the island, yield legendary remedies and healing teas. You can explore nature's bounties-Aloe Vera, Caserina Bark, Five Finger, Strong Bark, Love Wine and more-and romantic practices and miraculous cures.

Cat Island's 2,000 residents greet visitors with warmth, charm and enthusiasm, making your stay here a truly memorable one.

Bridge Inn is the nearest resort to Mount Alvernia and The Hermitage. Mount Alvernia, rising to 206 feet, is the highest point in the Bahamas. It was here that Father Jerome hand-built his stone hermitage, scaled to fit his unusually small stature. The Roman Catholic "Hermit Priest" was beloved by the local inhabitants for his many good deeds and his architectural legacy, which includes several other unique churches on the island. There are many, many churches on the island. Click here to learn more. The Arawak Indians of Cat Island, known for the gentle ways and historic caves, may have been the first people to welcome Columbus to the New World. Since then, Cat Island has been visited by buccaneers, slaves, adventurers, farmers and visionaries of many nationalities, contributing to a truly unique cultural mix.

Every summer, hundreds of Cat Islanders come home to the three-day Annual Regatta, to experience the thrill of sailing and the mouth-watering home cooking of the island. There's always room at the Inn for one more - You!