Hospitality at the Fish Fry
Working together at Charlie's Karaoke Bar built a friendship grounded in teamwork, service, and welcoming people from near and far.
Great Exuma · The Bahamas
Exceptional care
for island living.
Your trusted local team for property management, beautiful grounds, guest preparation, and personal island services.
Meet Real Island Livin
Local care with a truly personal touch.
Real Island Livin grew from friendship, years of customer service, and one honest question: how could we do more for the people who call Exuma home—or return to enjoy it year after year?
Axel Goodman and Jaynea Dorsett first worked together as bartenders at Charlie's Karaoke Bar at the Fish Fry. They later continued working side by side in customer service for an international airline, helping travellers, solving problems, and learning how much the small details can shape a person's experience.
During lunch one day in 2024, the longtime friends talked about wanting more from life and wanting to create something meaningful of their own. They both enjoyed helping people and already knew many visitors and frequently returning guests. Their conversation turned into a practical idea: build one trusted local business that could care for properties, support homeowners, and help guests enjoy Exuma with less stress.
That idea became Real Island Livin. Today, Axel and Jaynea still lead the business together and remain personally involved in every relationship. Their service is built on genuine hospitality, clear communication, local knowledge, and the customer-care standards they developed long before the business began.
Helping international travellers
Airline work strengthened their communication, problem-solving, reliability, and understanding of what travellers need.
Real Island Livin begins
A lunchtime conversation became a local company created to give homeowners and guests trusted, personal support in Exuma.
Co-Founder & Co-Proprietor
Axel Goodman
Brings a strong customer-service background, hands-on local knowledge, and personal attention to property care, guest arrangements, and daily operations.
Co-Founder & Co-Proprietor
Jaynea Dorsett
Brings a strong customer-service background, thoughtful communication, and personal attention to client relationships, guest needs, and customized details.
01Present in ExumaLocal knowledge and a team close to the property.
02Personally involvedDirect attention from the people leading the business.
03Built around youFlexible service shaped to each owner, guest, and occasion.
Our services
One team.
Every detail.
Flexible, dependable support for property owners, residents, vacation homes, and visiting guests throughout Great Exuma.
Property Management
Reliable local oversight, coordination, and thoughtful day-to-day care.
Lawn & Maintenance
Beautiful grounds, tidy exteriors, and consistent property upkeep.
Property Inspections
Routine checks with attentive reporting for greater peace of mind.
Housekeeping
Careful cleaning and guest-ready preparation before every arrival.
Airport Transportation
Smooth, dependable airport pickup and drop-off coordination.
Grocery Shopping
Fresh essentials stocked and waiting when you or your guests arrive.
Private Butler Service
Personal hospitality tailored to comfortable, effortless island stays.
Tour Arrangements
Memorable local experiences planned around your interests and schedule.
Catering
Seafood, steakhouse and custom menus with your choice of sides and desserts. Request a quote for your group.
The Exuma Experience Add-On
Add a personalized welcome package, paint party, original artwork, vacation keepsakes, or custom signs to your stay or celebration.
Catering in Exuma
Your gathering.
Your menu.
Choose a package or request a custom menu. Every catering request is quoted individually based on your guest count and menu selections. Please book at least one week ahead.
Package one
Seafood Delight
Build your seafood menu from lobster, shrimp, scallops, crab legs, and your choice of grouper or hogfish.
Lobster and grouper are seasonal. All seafood is subject to availability.
Request a seafood quotePackage two
Steakhouse Feast
Create a hearty menu with filet mignon, ribeye, grilled chicken or barbecue pork ribs. Tell us which meats you would like served.
Menu selections and availability are confirmed with your quote.
Request a steakhouse quoteChoose your sides
Garlic mashed potatoes · Peas and rice · Bahamian macaroni and cheese · Coleslaw · Potato salad · Asparagus · Grilled corn
Something sweet
Chocolate cake · Carrot cake · Bahamian rum cake · Cheesecake · Bahamian guava duff
Have something else in mind?
Request your own dishes, a mix of seafood and meats, or a menu tailored to dietary needs. We will confirm what we can accommodate.
Featured add-on service
Add a little more color to your Exuma stay.
The Exuma Experience can be added to your property stay, guest arrangements, or celebration. Welcome packages may include coordinated pickup, drinks, custom T-shirts, insulated tumblers, shot glasses, and personalized keepsakes for bridal parties, bachelorette groups, and special island occasions.
Explore the Exuma Experience
Available as an add-on ↗Our purpose
Building trust.
Elevating island living.
To become Great Exuma’s most trusted name in property care and island hospitality.
Known for reliability, personal service, and the peace of mind we bring to every homeowner and guest.
To protect every property and make every island experience feel effortless.
Safeguarding investments, exceeding expectations, and building lasting relationships across Exuma.
The Real Island Livin promise
Professional care.
Genuine island hospitality.
01Dependable communicationClear, responsive service from one trusted local team.
02Attention to detailEvery property and guest is treated with genuine care.
03Local understandingService shaped by life and experience in Great Exuma.
Homeowner, guest & local reviews
Island service,
remembered.
Read what homeowners and guests have shared, then tell us about your own Real Island Livin experience.
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Share your experience
How have we cared for your property or your stay?
Homeowners, tell us about your experience with Real Island Livin as your property managers—from communication and maintenance to caring for your home and guests. Visiting guests and local residents are welcome to share their service experiences here too. Choose a star rating and leave a comment; every review is checked before it appears on the website.
Availability & coverage
Local when you need us.
Ready when it matters.
Business hours
Daily
8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
For general inquiries, bookings, scheduled services, and guest arrangements.
On-call support
24/7 for our homeowners and guests
Property-management homeowners and their guests may contact us around the clock for urgent property or guest needs.
Service area
Great Exuma & Little Exuma
Nearby cays may be served by prior arrangement, subject to transportation, logistics, and availability.
Helpful information
Questions,
answered.
Planning property care, guest services, catering, or an Exuma Experience? Start with the answers below, then send us an inquiry for a personalized quote.
What areas does Real Island Livin serve?
Our regular service area covers Great Exuma and Little Exuma. Services for nearby cays may be arranged in advance, subject to transportation, logistics, and availability.
What are your business hours?
Our regular business hours are daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Homeowners and guests receiving our property-management services also have access to 24/7 on-call support for urgent property or guest needs.
How far in advance should I request a service?
For property-management requests, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance. The Exuma Experience should be requested at least five days ahead. Catering should be booked at least one week in advance so we can source quality products and prepare everything to a high standard.
Can I book one service or create my own package?
Yes. Services may be booked individually, or we can help you customize a package that fits your property, guests, celebration, schedule, and budget.
How is pricing determined?
We provide a custom quote based on the service requested, property requirements, dates, number of guests, supplies, transportation, and any special arrangements. Send an inquiry with your details and we will prepare the most suitable option for you.
Is a deposit required?
Yes. An agreed deposit is required to confirm catering and Exuma Experience bookings. The deposit amount and payment schedule will be included in your custom quote.
Can you accommodate urgent or short-notice requests?
Contact us immediately and we will try our best to accommodate your request. Short-notice service depends on availability, staffing, transportation, and the supplies needed.
What can property-management support include?
Support can include local property oversight, inspections, lawn and exterior maintenance, housekeeping, guest-ready preparation, grocery stocking, and coordination of the services your property needs. Your exact service plan will be tailored to the property.
How do I request a quote or make a booking?
Use the inquiry form and select the service you need, or contact us directly by telephone or email. Include your preferred dates, location, number of guests, and any special requests so we can respond with an accurate custom quote.
Start a conversation
Tell us how we can help.
Share a few details about the property, service, stay, or celebration you are planning. Axel and Jaynea will review your message and respond as soon as possible.
Let’s take care of it
Your easier island experience starts here.
Speak with Axel and Jaynea about the property or guest services you need in Great or Little Exuma.