Bahamas Real Estate & Property for Sale (2024)

James Sarles

James Sarles known amongst friends and clients as Jamie was born in snowy Buffalo, New York in the United States (A long way from the sunny Bahamas). He has a BS in Business and Psychology from the State University of Buffalo, New York. During his sophom*ore year of University he attended the University of Copenhagen as an exchange student and lived in Lyngby, Denmark with a Danish Family.

Directly out of college James founded a Marketing and Advertising Agency in New York City with over 50 full time employees and a client list of many Fortune 500 Companies. His career included Associate Producing an HBO Special with Billy Crystal shot on location in Moscow, Russia.

James was brought down to the Bahamas by the Ministry of Tourism who solicited his help in marketing the Bahamas. During this business trip to Freeport, Bahamas he met his wife Marina Gottlieb, a Physical Therapist and Healer whose father was the first medical doctor in Grand Bahama Island.

James and Marina and their son Nikolai reside full time in Freeport, Bahamas.

James is the President of Coldwell Banker James Sarles Realty located at # 9 Regent Centre across from Royal Bank. He is an Estate Agent with a speciality in high end luxury ocean front and canal properties.

The key to James successful career can be attributed to his commitment to first class service. The kind of service and attention that creates customers for life and generates countless referrals. The winning advantage that James brings to you is his combination of knowledge, education and experience in the local real estate market.

James is very civic minded and is very involved in the Freeport Community. He is an active Rotarian at The Rotary Club of G.B. Sunrise and has volunteered his time with many charity organizations including The Red Cross and Salvation Army. At the Rotary Club of G.B. Sunrise James founded a Big Brother program for local orphans and problem children which he still very actively involved in today.

His philosophy is simple - he understands and cares about the people who ask for his real estate services. He's dedicated to serving his clients better than anyone else. His success has been built on hard work, a tenacious desire to be the best and a genuine love of people. Many of his friends are past clients.

Nikolai Sarles

Following in his father's footsteps, Nikolai Sarles entered the real estate business at an early age. He has sold many multi-million dollar properties throughout The Bahamas and specializes in canal front and beach front condos and rentals. Nikolai enjoys working with his father, prominent broker James Sarles, President of James Sarles Realty in Grand Bahama.

Nikolai has Freeport in his blood as the son of James and Marina Gottlieb Sarles. His mother, a Bahamian author, is the daughter of the island's first doctor and nurse - Dr. Eijnar and Owanta Gottlieb were medical practitioners brought in to serve the Pine Ridge lumber camp residents when early Freeport was being built. They later relocated to Abaco and served the Marsh Harbour and surrounding communities for many years.

Growing up in Freeport, Nikolai attended Sunland Baptist Academy before graduating from Ridley College in Ontario, Canada, and received his B.A. degree from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

No stranger to real estate, Nikolai grew up earning his allowance helping his father put up real estate signs, and lived and breathed real estate from a young age, absorbing knowledge and insights around the dining room table. Nikolai's main passion besides real estate is boating and fishing! Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo... you name it, he has caught it!

With his exposure to a wide range of real estate projects, Nikolai developed a keen interest in the commercial and development side of the business, and focuses on all aspects of the business, including property management.

Well-traveled and with family ties in many parts of the world, Nikolai could have chosen anywhere to live, but wanted to come back to his roots in Grand Bahama to build his future. "I am the next generation", says Sarles, "and I would like to see the early promise of Grand Bahama renewed. As a young Bahamian, I take pride in helping both foreigners and Bahamians in their real estate investments!

Nikolai Sarles is especially interested in revitalizing real estate that was part of the island's mid-century heyday. As part of the next generation, Nikolai sees Grand Bahama's glory days not only as history, but also as a platform on which to build a bright future for himself and his fellow Bahamians.

Denise Smith

Born and raised in the picturesque paradise of Freeport, on the beautiful island of Grand Bahama in The Bahamas, I am deeply connected to the vibrant island life. My love for this community and its stunning beaches and boating opportunities has always been a driving force in my life.

I pursued my academic journey at Nova Southeastern University, H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship, where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Business and Professional Management. My commitment to self-development has led me to undertake various courses, including Bahama Host, Employee Coaching, Public Speaking, and more, to continuously enhance my skills and knowledge.

Prior to entering the world of real estate, I dedicated over a decade to the banking industry, where I achieved remarkable success and was honored with the Employee of the Year award. My extensive background in customer service and finance has honed my ability to provide top-quality, efficient service to my clients.

Today, as a licensed real estate professional with The Bahamas Real Estate Association, I bring my financial acumen and dedication to customer service into the real estate arena. I have also developed an eye for interior design, holding a certificate that allows me to assist clients in staging their homes for optimal sales success.

I am driven by a profound passion to help clients, whether long-time residents or seasonal visitors, realize their dreams of homeownership in this breathtaking island paradise. Your satisfaction is my ultimate goal.

Giving back to my beloved Freeport community is an integral part of who I am. I am an active member of the Pilot Club of Freeport, a service organization dedicated to brain health and safety. I have had the honor of serving as President for two years and have collaborated with various charitable organizations such as The Salvation Army, The Red Cross, and Kiwanis. Volunteering with my club members in initiatives like the Pick Me Up Program, which honors caregivers, is a privilege I cherish.

Here, we bask in the warm embrace of sunshine. The sea is our playground, offering endless possibilities for recreation, relaxation, and awe-inspiring sunsets. Our pristine beaches, with powdery white sand, invite you to unwind and create lasting memories. Let us work together to make your dreams of island living or investment a reality!

Ready to embark on your Bahamian real estate journey? Please do not hesitate to reach out to me:

Office: 242.351-9081
Mobile: 242.727-8444
Email: denisevsmith08@gmail.com

Creighton Moxey

Creighton K. Moxey is an international speaker, entrepreneur, and real estate professional. He is the founder of Immerse Global, a business consultancy and marketing company, where he serves as Chief Marketing Officer, developing business plans and executing digital marketing strategies for clients. Mr. Moxey is a graduate of the Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business and a concentration in Entrepreneurship.

Creighton is an avid reader who looks forward to learning new information, particularly in the business world. Some of his strengths include ideation, learning, analytics, and futuristic design. This gives him the ability to come up with many innovative ideas to enhance the success of businesses. He focuses on efficient and effective solutions, while enjoying the learning process along the way.

In November 2020, Mr. Moxey decided to leverage his marketing talents, combined with strong communication skills, and self-driven nature into a career in Real Estate. He is currently a Bahamas Real Estate Association Licensed Agent with James Sarles Realty. His passions are entrepreneurship, real estate, The Bahamas, and the empowerment of Bahamians. He is focused on assisting Bahamians to create generational wealth and to display the authentic beauty of Bahamian culture and its people.

Mr. Moxey currently serves on the Board of Directors at The Bahamas Small Business Development Center. He understands how beneficial this organization is to the advancement of Bahamians, and will utilize knowledge gained as a former Business Consultant from 2018-2019 with the Center to ensure it continues to progress.

Doncar Real Estate Team Don and Carmel Churchill

Don and Carmel Churchill, with over 70 years of combined international experience in real estate, vacation rentals, attractions, hotels, consulting, destination marketing, and hotel sales, are well-versed in the Grand Bahama business environment. Don's background includes managing distressed hotels, serving as COO at Unexso and the Dolphin Experience, and holding a real estate sales license since 2011. Carmel, with a tourism and hospitality marketing background, was the Director of Marketing Services for The Grand Bahama Island Tourism Board.

Their combined expertise positions them to help clients maximize the synergy between the real estate market and the hospitality industry in Grand Bahama. Don's extensive management experience, including overseeing vacation rentals, and Carmel's marketing prowess make them a dynamic team. Don's history in hotel management and Carmel's role in tourism marketing uniquely qualify them to guide clients through the intricacies of the local market.

Having committed to The Bahamas since 1994, where they met and decided to marry, Don and Carmel are deeply rooted in the community. Don's COO role and Carmel's significant contributions to tourism marketing showcase their dedication to the region. Carmel is working towards becoming a licensed real estate agent, adding another layer to their comprehensive skill set. Prospective real estate clients can benefit from their extensive industry knowledge and personalized approach to navigating the Grand Bahama real estate landscape.

Rose 'Paddy' Wildgoose

Shelly Gardiner

Raylene “Shelly” Gardiner is the second child of O’Neil & Susan Gardiner. As a child, Raylene enjoyed interacting with tourist and was inspired to pursue a career in the hospitality industry as a student of Freeport High School (now Bishop Michael Eldon School). Her professional career in the hospitality industry began in 1992 upon successful graduating from The Bahamas Hotel Training College with an Associate’s Degree in Hospitality Management.

Following her graduation, she returned to Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, where she worked in various establishments and gained experience in not only the hospitality industry but also customer service, and financial services industry.

Raylene was employed at Old Bahama Bay Resort from December 2005 to July 2009 where she held various positions ranging from Assistant Front Office Manager, Front Office Manager and Acting Rooms Director. While working for Old Bahama Bay she became a Certified Hospitality Trainer (CHT) and a Certified Hospitality Departmental Trainer (CHDT) with the American Hotel Lodging Association.

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Professional Master’s Degree in Hospitality and Tourism. A renaissance woman, Raylene has expanded her areas of expertise to the real estate industry, for which she currently holds a real estate license from The Bahamas Real Estate Association.

Currently, she is a part-time Associate Trainer for The Ministry of Tourism (Bahama Host Program), a part-time facilitator at The University of West Indies Open Campus (Hospitality Division) and is employed by West End Resorts Ltd. on Grand Bahama Island, as a Part-Time Association Manager, Independent Consultant for The Home Owners Association at Old Bahama Bay Resort.

Raylene loves exercising, reading and traveling and has a passion for the Tourism Industry.

Tiffany Smith

Tiffany Smith has joined the real estate team at Coldwell Banker James Sarles Realty in Grand Bahama.

Born in Nassau and raised in Grand Bahama, Smith has spent 11 years in the local real estate market building her property knowledge, skills, and contacts. She will be handling property sales and specializing in rental properties for the firm. She is committed to helping renters find the ideal apartment, condominium, or home, as well as helping landlords to find the optimal tenant for either long-term or short-term rentals.

Working with a wide variety of budgets and people is something Smith truly enjoys: “I am committed to Grand Bahama and love meeting people from here at home, and also from abroad. I delight in assisting property owners and property seekers in coming together to find just the right home here”, says Smith.

Her many years of experience gives her insights into not only the many beautiful ocean and waterfront luxury rentals available, but also to the more economical rentals available on the island, which tend to be more prevalent during slower sales slump periods.

“My extensive knowledge of how properties are valued, plus the wide range of property rental amenities, is something I’m looking forward to sharing with my clients, whether they are a long-time resident like myself, or a part-time seasonal visitor looking for a place to winter”, continues Smith.

In addition to matching up the exact right tenant with the exact right rental, Smith also enjoys travelling, reading, being active in her church, and especially her role as a wife and mother to four beautiful children.

“Whether our clients are looking for a single family home, or a waterfront paradise property to rent, I am happy to welcome Tiffany Smith as she brings her market insights and long-time experience to work at Coldwell Banker James Sarles Realty as part of our team”, says broker, James Sarles.

Tiffany can be contacted at 242.351-9081, 242.727.8066 or kekris4@gmail.com.

Dwayne King

Dwayne King attended Sunland Lutheran School and moved to Freeport Anglican High School now known as Bishop Michael Eldon High School where he graduated in 1984. As a youth Mr. King has held leadership positions as President of a Junior Achievement Company in its first year on Grand Bahama. Mr. King was one of the first of three recipients of an Academic Scholarship given by the University of Nebraska at Kearney where he graduated and received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice.

While in University Mr. King was very active in various leadership capacities on campus and The Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity (ATO).

Mr. King has served on the Board of Directors for Junior Achievement 1994-1996 for Grand Bahama.
Also on the Board of Directors of The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce 1995-1997

He has been a member of The Grand Bahama Sunrise Rotary Club from 2001 to present, where he has served as a Director in several positions. Having served as the President for 2015/2016.
He is a Christian and has served as a Deacon at Calvary Temple Assemblies of God, also in the Men's Ministry, Alter and prayer Ministries
He Loves to travel and has been to 30 states in USA, several Caribbean Islands and Mexico and Brazil.

He is an avid Martial Artist for over 42 years having studied several arts he is also a 2nd degree Black belt in Jujitsu and has his own school Kings Martial Arts

He has worked at several resorts in management from 1994 as a Sales Director and Sales Manager. His wealth of knowledge of the Island of Grand Bahama, experience in sales and love for people is a key asset to the Real Estate Industry.

He has joined the James Sarles Realty Team.

Mr. King is married to the Beautiful Sandy nee Martin and they have 3 wonderful children, Abria, Ashia and Adante King and Two Beautiful Grand children.

Ina Simmons

I was born in Vilnius, capital of Lithuania, February 5th, 1973, then part of the Soviet Union.

I grew up in quite an international family of engineers, speaking Lithuanian with my father, Russian with my mother and Polish with my grandmother. I speak English, Spanish, Russian, Lithuanian and remember some Polish.

Since a young age I just knew I was destined for a far away place near the ocean. The thrill of exploring strange exotic lands as well as a challenge of learning different languages took me traveling first to Europe, then all throughout the Eastern and Western Caribbean, Bermuda, South America and consequently the United States.

I am proud to have studied in Vilnius University (one of Europe's oldest universities founded circa 1560) in faculty of philology, Vilnius College of Commerce and Foreign Languages and Music Academy of Dvarionas for 10 years, majoring in choir conducting and piano.

I have worked in restaurant management and sales where I realized my passion for people. I've always enjoyed making my customers happy by providing unsurpassed professional service. I am happy to work with Coldwell Banker James Sarles Realty team continuing on the similar path of communication, understanding peoples wants and needs and going beyond achieving goals of each and every client, finding that perfect dream home or a piece of paradise in the Bahamas.

I've lived on Grand Bahama for over 20 years. Quite simply, I love it here, I am home.

There is something here for everyone. The Bahamas Islands are a wonderful place to raise children. I am a rich mom- I have three now grown up (kids) I am ever so proud of -Adam, Maya, and Emma, who have left the nest and are well on their way living their lives, and hopefully living their dreams!

In the past I helped my then husband run a marine salvage company and took on a role of a rescue coordinator answering distress calls on marine VHF radio. Via VHF radio I've heard many situations that would have been fatal without help at sea. It is fulfilling to know I was instrumental in saving at least two peoples lives on capsized vessels. I can say based on my own experience in the marine business that there are professionals on the island, dedicated to making you feel safe at sea here in the Bahamas.

There are many things to get busy with on the island, a lot of different activities to suit everyone's tastes and needs.

I myself have a lot of passions. I love to cook and to lose myself improvising on the piano, lunching with my friends and exploring the outdoors. I enjoy gardening and making flower arrangements. I am a member of Freeport Garden Club where we hold our amazing annual Flower Shows. Many talented people from around the world that reside here on Grand Bahama put their talents together and produce surprisingly high level shows in the community theatre group called Freeport Players Guild. I'm thrilled to have participated in many wonderful plays, musicals and dance shows. Regency Singers Group I belong to helps me keep up my piano playing skills and sing wide repertoire of choir music. Ballet and yoga I love are fabulous for exercise, good posture and a peaceful mind. My motto is Bring it on! I enjoy facing any difficulty and coming out as a winner every time! Everything is a lesson in life and I try to turn negative into positive and so to my advantage.

It is fabulous to live here enjoying slow island pace (and no traffic to speak of), boating the turquoise waters, island hopping and scuba diving. We enjoy the Sun, the Sea and the Sand. Here on the island we have enough of all three to share with you!

Ryan Cartwright

Born on December 2nd, 1986, in Freeport, Grand Bahama, Ryan Cartwright's life has been defined by a love for travel and a deep connection to his homeland. After moving between Canada and The Bahamas, he pursued his education at Assumption College Catholic High School in Windsor, Ontario, and graduated from St. Clair College with an Associates Degree in Computer Science- Networking Technology.

In 2009, Ryan returned to The Bahamas to build a life in the place he adored. He began his career in IT and later transitioned into Marine Supply & Services, where he developed a passion for property management, safeguarding clients' assets, and delivering daily value.

In February 2023, Ryan ventured into the world of Real Estate as an Apprentice at James Sarles Realty. By October 2023, he became a licensed Sales Associate under The Bahamas Real Estate Association.

Ryan's deep affection for The Bahamas fuels his commitment to highlighting the unmatched beauty and diversity found on these islands. He passionately champions the benefits of residing in The Bahamas and is wholeheartedly devoted to assisting both Bahamians and foreigners in their real estate endeavors.

Now in his adult years, Ryan has visited many islands of The Bahamas and is more enthusiastic than ever about working towards bringing his home island of Grand Bahama back to the glory days he remembers so vividly from his childhood.