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SECLUDED PINK SAND BEACHFRONT ESTATE W/ MAIN HOUSE AND GUEST COTTAGE

 
 
 
Governor's Harbour villa rental - Culmer's Rocks and the Venus Pool from the lawn at On the Rocks
Culmer's Rocks and the Venus Pool from the lawn at On the Rocks
 
Governor's Harbour villa rental - Culmer's Rocks and the Venus Pool from the lawn at On the Rocks

Culmer's Rocks and the Venus Pool from the lawn at On the Rocks

View looking north, up the coast

View looking north, up the coast

Pink Sandy beach

Pink Sandy beach

View through the palm trees

View through the palm trees

House on the Beach

House on the Beach

Looking straight through to the Ocean

Looking straight through to the Ocean

Living/Dining Room with large patio doors and views out to sea!

Living/Dining Room with large patio doors and views out to sea!

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Orange Bedroom

Orange Bedroom

Amusing and useful art work!

Amusing and useful art work!

Beautiful unspoiled beaches

Beautiful unspoiled beaches

The Venus Pool...visible only at low tide!

The Venus Pool...visible only at low tide!

Culmer's Rocks at low tide in summer

Culmer's Rocks at low tide in summer

The living room with book case and art work in full view!

The living room with book case and art work in full view!

Arch doors. An interesting feature of this colorful house!

Arch doors. An interesting feature of this colorful house!

Yellow Bedroom, w/ queen size bed and own bathroom Ocean facing with patio door

Yellow Bedroom, w/ queen size bed and own bathroom Ocean facing with patio door

Guest room w/ Queen bed and own bathroom...garden facing

Guest room w/ Queen bed and own bathroom...garden facing

Per night (USD) $400 - $500
  • Bedrooms4
  • Sleeps10
  • 4 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 5 nights

Photos and Description of the Governor's Harbour vacation villa rental
Secluded Atlantic Beachfront Villa 4BR/4BA & One Bedroom Guest Cottage

Located a couple of miles south of Governor's Harbour on the Atlantic coast of Eleuthera, looking out onto one of the most beautiful beaches in the Bahamas.

Relax in the warm waters of the Venus Pool, visible only at low tide. Walk for miles on the cool pink sand. Build fires from driftwood and cook under the stars. The houses are at the end of a long private driveway. 'Pebbles, the guest cottage, has it's own parking area, out of sight of the Main House. The houses enjoy complete independence, and do not over look each other in any way.

Decorated in true Caribbean colours, nearly all the rooms look out to sea.

Nearby are some of the best restaurants on the island. Cocodimama is great for sundowners and Mate and Jenny's has real island atmosphere. Cigatoo has a swimming pool and a tennis court. Just down the beach is the famous Tippy's!

Organic vegetables available locally at The Island Farm south of Palmetto Point on the Queen's Highway

Although it is advisable to rent a car, it is not essential as there is a reliable taxi service, which can be booked in advance. Exploring the island is part of the Eleuthera adventure or a day trip to Harbour Island.

Amenities: The Main House has four bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. One kingsize bed, 2 queens and 2 single beds. The T.V.room has 2 daybeds and shares a bathroom.

'Pebbles' has one kingsize bed, 2 full bathrooms and a sofa bed in the living/dining room. Both houses have fully equipped kitchen with microwaves, blenders, coffee machines, and dishwashers. Linens and towels are included. Washing machine. Telephone for local and incoming calls

DSL high speed wireless Internet, Direct TV with many channels. IPod dock CD players, along with a good library of books, Backgammon and other games also in the house.

Laundry lines hung discreetly behind some pandana bushes!

A wonderful house for family fun or groups of friends who want to enjoy each others company yet retain their own space and privacy.

Activities: Walking for miles on the beach. Swimming, snorkeling and fishing. There is a pool and tennis courts at Cigatoo Resorts just down the road. Bicycles are available for teen-agers and adults. There are several excellent restaurants within a 20 minute radius by car. The nearest is Tippy's, which is less than a mile down the beach, and a little further along is The Beach House. Both have live music on certain nights. Enjoy the casual atmosphere of the island!

The town of Governor's Harbour, 2 miles from On the Rocks, has all necessary shops, banks, travel agent, grocery stores, gift shops and restaurants. It is picturesque and unspoiled. There are no large hotels or casinos on Eleuthera. It is a beautifully quiet and peaceful island. There are many beaches to explore!

Harbour Island is an hour to the north and makes a great day trip. Lunch at the famous Pink Sands resort, scuba diving at Valentine's Dive Centre and renting a golf cart to ride around the island and enjoy the beautiful architecture of the old Bahamian houses dating back to the 18th century.

There is a dive centre down south, on Cape Eleuthera, as well s many beaches to explore!

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Why Patricia Leigh-Wood chose Governor's Harbour

Can you get any closer to the beach?

What makes this villa unique

Stunning views out to sea and up the coast...not a dull moment with all that ocean to watch!

Governor's Harbour villa rental - Culmer's Rocks and the Venus Pool from the lawn at On the Rocks

Culmer's Rocks and the Venus Pool from the lawn at On the Rocks

View looking north, up the coast

View looking north, up the coast

Pink Sandy beach

Pink Sandy beach

View through the palm trees

View through the palm trees

House on the Beach

House on the Beach

Looking straight through to the Ocean

Looking straight through to the Ocean

Living/Dining Room with large patio doors and views out to sea!

Living/Dining Room with large patio doors and views out to sea!

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Orange Bedroom

Orange Bedroom

Amusing and useful art work!

Amusing and useful art work!

Beautiful unspoiled beaches

Beautiful unspoiled beaches

The Venus Pool...visible only at low tide!

The Venus Pool...visible only at low tide!

Culmer's Rocks at low tide in summer

Culmer's Rocks at low tide in summer

The living room with book case and art work in full view!

The living room with book case and art work in full view!

Arch doors. An interesting feature of this colorful house!

Arch doors. An interesting feature of this colorful house!

Yellow Bedroom, w/ queen size bed and own bathroom Ocean facing with patio door

Yellow Bedroom, w/ queen size bed and own bathroom Ocean facing with patio door

Guest room w/ Queen bed and own bathroom...garden facing

Guest room w/ Queen bed and own bathroom...garden facing

Nearest Airport : Governor's Harbour (GHB) at 12 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Governor's Harbour at 3 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Queen's Highway at 2 Miles
Nearest Beach : in front of the house at 30 Metres
Nearest Barpub : Tippy's at 1 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Tippy's at 1 Miles
Car: necessary

There are several great restaurants, some with live music on certain night...all within a 20 minute drive. The Beach House and Tippy's are only a mile of so down the beach!

In the afternoon the fisherman sell their catch of fresh fish on the dock in both Governor's Harbour and Tarpum Bay!

However, be careful to buy what is in season...Nassau Grouper is OUT OF SEASON from Dec.1-Mar.1. during their breeding period. Craw Fish are OUT OF SEASON Apr.1-Aug.1...same reason. PLEASE RESPECT THESE SEASONS even if you are offered the fish by unscrupulous fishermen...if we want to have fish for the future! The same in restaurants during this time...please ask what fish they are serving!

For those who enjoy rougher waves...Surfer's Beach up north is wild and rugged...where as the LightHouse beach down south is romantic and secluded!

Eleuthera is an island of wonderful places to explore and few people to bother you!

MARCH 22-24 2013 the first ever ELEUTHERA ALL THAT JAZZ Festival in aid of the Haynes Library in Governor's Harbour! For more details, go to FB page Eleuthera All That Jazz!

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation villa rental in Governor's Harbour, Bahamas

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Base Rate
$500
$500
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5 nights
 
 
Winter
Nov 20 - May 1
$500
$500
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
5 nights
 
 
Summer
May 2 - Nov 19
$400
5 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Refundable Damage Deposit $350
Pet Fee $50
Basic rates for On the Rocks are based on max.6 people occupancy, For add guests, please add $500 pw for Winter and $400 pw for Summer.
Children 0-2 are free and 2-12 pay less than adults.
Inquire for rates from owner pisceseleuthera@aol.com
or tel. 1-857-363-2102

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation villa rental in Governor's Harbour, Bahamas

Property Type:
  • villa
Floor Area:
  • 3500 sq. ft.
Location Type:
  • Rural
  • Beach ...
    The property is immediately on the beach with stunning views out to sea and up the coast
Theme:
  • Family
  • Away From It All
General:
  • Telephone
  • Internet
  • Linens Provided
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Parking
  • Laundry Soap
  • Toilet Paper
  • Parking Off Street
  • Wireless Internet
  • Activities Guide
  • Air Conditioning
  • Broadband Access
  • Hair Dryer
  • Towels Provided
  • Local Maps
  • Basic Soaps
  • Washing Machine
  • Water Cooler
  • Iron & Board
Kitchen:
  • Coffee Maker
  • Lobster Pot
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Ice Maker
  • Oven
  • Grill
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Pantry Items
  • Toaster
  • Mini Refrigerator
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 12 people
Bathrooms:
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower
    Bathroom 3 - toilet , combination tub/shower
    Bathroom 4 - toilet , shower
  • All the bathrooms are tiled and 3 have both tubs and shower but the one with goes with the Orange Bedroom only has a shower. This one can be shared by the 'Children's Room. There is washing machine, and clothes are dried on the clothes line which is found is a secluded area of the garden. On the Rocks has it's own well, so the water is soft and clean. However, if you are concerned about drinking this water, bottled water can be purchased locally. We use the well water for everything, including drinking. As there are no farms, or factories which could cause impurities. But water has not been tested.
Bedrooms:
  • 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king , ocean view and own bathroom
    Bedroom 2 - 1 queen , ocean view and own bathroom
    Bedroom 3 - 1 queen , garden view own bathroom
    Bedroom 4 - 2 twin/ single , private patio & own bathroom
    Bedroom 5 - 2 child bed , ocean view & shares bathroom
  • The bedrooms each enjoy privacy and have their own bathroom and a/c units, as well as overhead fans, except the 'Children's Room' which shares a bathroom with either the Orange Room or the Master bedroom and only has fans, no a/c. (This bedroom is not suitable for adults as it is directly outside the Master bedroom and does not have enough privacy) The Master bedroom, Yellow Room and the Children's Room all have ocean views and outdoor patio space. The Orange Bedroom with twin beds has a private patio, and the Blue Bedroom has a view of the beautiful planted tropical gardens. Each room is decorated in its own Caribbean colour!
Entertainment:
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Books for Kids
  • Toys
  • Radio
  • Books
  • Games for Kids
  • Television
  • Audio Tape Player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books for Adults
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Patio
  • Large Cooler
  • Small Cooler
  • Beach Towels
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Bicycles
  • Fish Cleaning Table
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • 8 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • children welcome
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
Onsite Services:
  • Daily Maid Service
  • Staff
Attractions:
  • library
  • botanical garden
  • caves
  • marina
  • restaurants
  • reefs
  • bay/sound
Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • sight seeing
  • photography
  • bird watching
  • beachcombing
  • scenic drives
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • Babysitter
  • groceries
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • sound/bay fishing
  • surf fishing
  • pier fishing
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • snorkeling
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • fly fishing
  • deepsea fishing
  • surfing
Notes: The views from this house are spectacular! Because the house is all on one floor, it makes it easy for families with children as well as making it possible for wheelchairs and people with walking disabilities to be able to get around easily and onto the patio and into the garden. However, they may have trouble getting down to the beach if they cannot be carried or helped. This depends on the height of the sand, which is outside our control! The bedrooms have a/c as well as overhead fans, except the Children's Room, which has an overhead fan and lower level fans.. The living/dining room has a/c and several overhead fans and floor level fans. The view from the Living Room are breathtaking! You can enjoy looking up the coast towards Harbour Is. and out to the Atlantic. There is a large patio going around the front of the house, giving private seating areas to some of the bedrooms. All this is facing the ocean and the beach. Miles of cool pink sand!

Reviews for this vacation villa rental in Governor's Harbour, Bahamas

Secluded Pink Sand Beachfront Estate W/ Main House and Guest Cottage
average rating of 4.3333335 based on 15 reviews
business
Secluded Pink Sand Beachfront Estate W/ Main House and Guest Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p305962
(857) 363 2102
Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
Burlington, WI USA
5

Best Rental on Eleuthera

5 of 5
Submitted: May 7, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
Our week at On the Rocks was heavenly! And oh, how we hated to leave! Our philosophy has always been that there are too many beautiful places in the world to visit the same one twice...but that changed in April of 2013! We'll be back to Eleuthera and On the Rocks...this time with the entire family, we hope! We drove the entire length of Banks Road searching for other, possibly better rental properties. There simply isn't a better one than On the Rocks! The house, the view, the beach, the Venus pool are all as described; maybe better. The house itself may be a bit dated, and we did have some trouble with the sliding screens. But we couldn't have chosen a better place! Simply wonderful! Now I hope not everyone beats us to the punch for the next time we want to rent!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Secluded Pink Sand Beachfront Estate W/ Main House and Guest Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p305962
(857) 363 2102
Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
4

Fabulous Location

4 of 5
Submitted: April 15, 2012 Stayed: April 2012
What a PERFECT location - On the Rocks is right a the head of the beach which provides a secluded, sheltered beach location with its own natural ocean pool!
Absolutely stunning! It was terrific to wake up and take long walks on the pink sand beach. The home is spacious and with 4 couples we all had lots of space and privacy.
We plan to go back next year for our 3rd year in a row!
Ken & Sheila
Helpful votes: 3/4
business
Secluded Pink Sand Beachfront Estate W/ Main House and Guest Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p305962
(857) 363 2102
Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
5

On the Rocks

5 of 5
Submitted: January 30, 2012 Stayed: August 2010
Have stayed with my family a couple of times at "On the Rocks" and can only say that this is the perfect getaway spot for a low-key yet comfortable out-island vacation, set on an incredibly beautiful stretch of coast with the rocks separating two beaches of amazing pinky-white sand. Idyllic!
Helpful votes: 2/3
business
Secluded Pink Sand Beachfront Estate W/ Main House and Guest Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p305962
(857) 363 2102
Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
5

Heaven on earth!

5 of 5
Submitted: January 29, 2012 Stayed: June 2010
On the Rocks is one of those places where postcards, paintings and photo book covers (all of which have tried to capture its beauty) cannot do the place justice! The moment I began the drive toward the two on-site houses, I felt such serenity that I wondered if there were some magical drug in the air. Quiet, natural, relaxed, clean – it’s a haven within the haven of Eleuthera. And the beach! The only dilemma that nagged at me was do I swim in that luscious water or take a stroll along the curvaceous and oh-so-private beach first? Of course I did both several times every day! Comfortable, convenient and unpretentious, On the Rocks made me feel like I was on the clouds during my stay, and the only horror was having to leave.

Robyn T., Mamaroneck, NY
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Secluded Pink Sand Beachfront Estate W/ Main House and Guest Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p305962
(857) 363 2102
Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
Fordingbridge
5

Great getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: January 29, 2012 Stayed: February 2009
Beautiful, private and tranquil. The crashing of the waves ‘On the rocks’ is soothing and swimming is easy. We loved the untrammelled view of beach and ocean and the mile walk down to snaffle a mojito. The house is pretty glorious, elegant, with lots of elbow room and an easy run into town for supplies.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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