Beautifully relaxing Beach Front Cottage

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Evening light on Culmer's Rocks seen from patio
  • Bedrooms1
  • Sleeps4
  • 2 Bathrooms
Rates (USD)
Per property (USD)
  • Per week $1,200 - $1,400
  • Per month $3,000 - $4,000
Description Cottage, 1200 sq. ft.

Patricia Leigh-Wood

Speaks French, Spanish, English

Telephone: +1 857 363 2102
(US skype tel. no.)

Alternate Phone: +44 0141 416 0956
(UK skype tel.no.)

Photos and Description of the Governor's Harbour vacation cottage rental
Beach Front One Bedroom, 2 bathrooms Cottage. Stunning Views

'Pebbles' is the guest cottage on an 11 acre private estate, enjoying total privacy. Wonderful views looking north up the coast of Eleuthera and out to sea. The beach is miles long and offers all sorts of different places to swim.

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Evening light on Culmer's Rocks seen from patio

Evening light on Culmer's Rocks seen from patio

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - The beach showing pink sand

The beach showing pink sand

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - The Venus Pool revealed at low tide

The Venus Pool revealed at low tide

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Through the palm trees to the beach

Through the palm trees to the beach

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Living room area with convertible queen size sofa

Living room area with convertible queen size sofa

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Living room dining room

Living room dining room

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Dawn at On the Rocks

Dawn at On the Rocks

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Miles of beach

Miles of beach

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Meals al fresco with looking out over the beach and the ocean

Meals al fresco with looking out over the beach and the ocean

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Dinign room and kitchen, with stunning views looking north, up the coast!

Dinign room and kitchen, with stunning views looking north, up the coast!

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - The sea beyond

The sea beyond

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Bedroom with ocean view!

Bedroom with ocean view!

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - His and Hers sinks in the main bathroom

His and Hers sinks in the main bathroom

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Bathroom with bathtub and 2 showers

Bathroom with bathtub and 2 showers

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - As seen from the ocean side

As seen from the ocean side

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Looking up the coast

Looking up the coast

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - High tide along the beach, which goes on for miles!

High tide along the beach, which goes on for miles!

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - Venus pool is only revealed at low tide

Venus pool is only revealed at low tide

Governor's Harbour cottage rental - The living room looking straight through the front door

The living room looking straight through the front door

Location: Bahamas

Nearest Airport : Governor's Harbour (GHB) at 7 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Governor's Harbour at 3 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 30 Metres

Eleuthera is one of the larger islands of the Bahamas. It has some of the most beautiful secluded beaches to be found anywhere in the world. There are more places for quiet picnics, snorkeling, beachcombing and dining by the ocean in one of the excellent restaurants.

Pebbles is on an 11 acres private estate called On the Rocks, which is located between Governor's Harbour and North Palmetto Point on the Atlantic side of the island. The best beaches are on the Atlantic side and the cooler summer breezes too!

No high rise buildings, large hotels or casinos! No crowds or traffic jams!

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

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
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Dec.1-Apr.30 Jan 1 2012 Apr 30 2012 $1,400 - - - $200 $4,000 - 3 Nights
Dec.1-Apr.30 May 1 2012 Nov 30 2012 $1,200 - - - $175 $3,000 - 3 Nights

Additional information about rental rates

  • $1200-1400/Week
  • Dec.1-Apr.30 $1,400 per week 2 people
    $200 for an extra guest
    May 1-Nov.30 $1,200 p.w. 2 people
    150 for an extra guest
    Daily rates available. Min. stay 5 days.
    Maid service twice a week or more by arrangement.

    Nov.20 2006-May 15 2007 p.w $1,400 or $200 per night
    May 15,2006- Nov.19,2006 p.w. $1,100
    daily $150
  • Inquire about special offers which might be available for the dates you have requested.

Fees

Gratuity:
10.0%

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

Property Type:
  • cottage

Floor Area:
  • 1200 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • beach
  • near the ocean

Theme:
  • romantic
  • away from it all

General:
  • telephone
  • air-conditioning
  • linens provided
  • activities guide
  • ceiling fans
  • laundry soap
  • local activities guide
  • local maps
  • restaurant dining guide
  • toilet paper
  • towels provided
  • soaps basic

Kitchen:
  • dish washer
  • freezer
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • blender
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • refrigerator
  • oven
  • grill
  • cooking utensils
  • iron & board

Living Room:
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 6 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, Shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower

Bedrooms:
  • 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon
  • The bedroom faces the ocean, and has an adjoining bathroom. There is a second bathroom, and a queen size pull out sofa bed in the living room, suitable for 2 people. There is a/c in the bedroom and also in the living/ding/kitchen area.
Entertainment:
  • audio tape player
  • DVD
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • radio
  • CD
  • books
  • books adult
  • video library

Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • broadband access
  • wireless broadband

Outside:
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • bike
  • outdoor grill
  • garden
  • terrace
  • barbecue
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 2 bicycles

Suitability:
  • pets considered
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • low allergen environment
  • long term renters welcome

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper included

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach towels
  • cooler small

Attractions:
  • babysitting
  • library
  • restaurants
  • churches

Leisure Activities:
  • scenic drives
  • beachcombing
  • walking

Notes: The telephone is for incoming and local calls only. There is DSL Internet access for your own laptop. There is also Internet access in the local library in Governor's Harbour. Pebbles is a lovely, well appointed beach cottage with some of the most amazing views up the coast. The beach is directly outside with miles of cool pink sand and few people in sight. The Main House faces away, and allows Pebbles to have privacy and no interference in any way. It is completely independent in every way, it has it's own access to the beach. Dining under billions of stars clearly visible in the night sky as there is no light pollution to cloud the view! Very romantic nights!

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Governor's Harbour, Bahamas

Amenities:: One bedroom with King size bed and a/c, two bathrooms, one with a washing machine. Living/dining area, with VCR and CD player.

The kitchen is fully equipped with cooker, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker and all necessary cooking utensils. A telephone for incoming and local calls.

All rooms have magnificent ocean views!

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

Beautifully relaxing Beach Front Cottage
average rating of 4.6666665 based on 12 reviews
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Beautifully relaxing Beach Front Cottage
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p306279
+1 857-363 2102
Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
Nassau
5

RE:

Review Submitted: September 11, 2011 Date of Stay: April 2011
I came across the review titled "Where to begin..." from Lincoln Nebraska and felt it directly referred to my previous review (see "Honeymoon getaway") and actually insinuated that I am a liar. I maintain everything that I said in my review after our stay in April for our honeymoon. If memory serves me there is a sort of garage / storage near the beach with kayaks etc that is actually located near "Pebbles" but the main house itself is not that close and apart from seeing lights on and movement in the main house on our way home each evening, we never saw the occupants!
In regard to the sliding glass door - the screen of it was not operating the way it would have when first installed but it was still operational and we had it open every day...though when it was closed at night we could indeed still "hear the waves crashing"... until we turned on the air condition that worked perfectly and certainly did not give off an odour.
We found "Pebbles" exactly as it was shown to be in the pictures on this web site and loved every minute of our stay.
Perhaps the writer of the "where to begin.." review should book themselves into a huge resort that each morning scrapes sand up out of the water and on to the beach to maintain their 'natural' beach and then rakes it clean of all seaweed and any other debris that may wash up. Clearly a secluded, NATURALLY stunning beach is not in their taste.
It seems unbelievable to me that 'Nebraska' stayed in this house a month after me and during the SAME month as another raving 5 out of 5 review (see "Pebbles is the charm!") and supposedly found it so horrible.
I would recommend Pebbles to anyone looking for relaxation or a fun, family vacation.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Luckily it is rare that we get a bad review, and more often we are greatly gladdened by the warmth of our renters enthusiasm. So many return, if not each year, then every few years!
Eleuthera is an unspoiled island, which also means un-manicured...the beach is public, and at the whim of the ocean. Unfortunately humans throw rubbish out of the cruise ships...I know it's not allowed, but hey, who's watching? This arrives on our shores after a storm. I keep the beach in front of my house as clean as possible. If you want miles of beach with nobody else around, then the beaches of Eleuthera are for you. This honeymoon couple understands the island, with all its natural beauty and easy relaxed style! We want our renters to be happy!
Guest alike this are always welcome back again and again!
Patricia Leigh-Wood )owner)
Rating
5 out of 5
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Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
Nassau City, New Providence, Bahamas
5

Yearning to go back

Review Submitted: July 27, 2011 Date of Stay: July 2011
We spent a weekend in Pebbles recently and the moment our feet touched that beautiful beach we could feel the stress of our busy lives melt away.
A quick and easy trip from Nassau on the impeccable Bohingy, we were met by a friendly local Taxi and drove through the picturesque settlement of Governor's Harbour, after having sampled some delicious conch at the "Fish Fry" washed down by a Kalik or two (local beer).
Pebbles is literally a stone's throw from one of the most glorious beaches in the Bahamas...pink sand, long lazy walks, and deep water.
We only saw a total of four other people on the beach during our entire weekend...and a dog.
A nice but not too long a walk takes you to a fabulous restaurant called Tippy's,,,we highly recommend...
There little reefs dotted along the beach make for hours of free entertainment watching the fish and corals would just feet from the beach!
The actual cottage is unassuming but has every mod-con we could have asked for, plus a very comfortable bed...The main house is off to the right and somehow out of vision. Plus a tv set if you care to allow the outside world into your retreat!
This cottage is a little dream house tucked away in Paradise and we can't wait to free up our busy schedule and get back there soonest!
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: So enjoy guest who enjoy Eleuthera and it's beauty!
Rating
5 out of 5
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Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
Lincoln, Nebraska
1

Where to begin...

Review Submitted: July 25, 2011 Date of Stay: May 2011
Booked 6 nights, stayed 18 hours. Absolutely horrid: dirty, unmaintained, sliding doors all broken and oxidized shut. Water reeked of sulfur (which smells strongly of rotten eggs if you’ve not enjoyed it personally), window A/C emitted odor so strongly I nearly threw up trying to shut if off. We found blood stains on the bedding, broken "provided snorkel equipment" that should have been thrown away years ago. There were more things plugged into a single outlet than I’ve ever seen near the bedroom door - complete with extension cord strung across the doorway. Combine that with having all the windows and doors inoperable turns "Pebbles" into a death trap if there were to be a fire. I called the owner, explained our concerns and was offered a "full refund" straight away. We departed and stayed elsewhere for the remainder of our trip. 2 MONTHS later, after countless reminders and emails, received her "full" refund less $300 which including our damage deposit and “administration fees”. Ironically enough, two reviews - one from a Bahamian IP address coincidentally - contradict our EXACT complaints. The “main house not affecting the privacy of the cottage” - that couldn't be a bigger lie. The first, and only night we slept in that disaster of a house we awoke to a women digging in the garage of the main house, a garage that stands within 30 feet of the cottage bedroom's window. The “secluded” beach... nice in pic’s, yes - but chalk full of trash, broken glass, bottles and more biting sand flies than you could believe. The reviewer that posted about the "sound of the waves with the doors open or closed"; I was told by the maid when we arrived that those doors have "been busted since the last hurricane here years ago", so it’s a bit odd that a reviewer would mention specifically that those doors work. I have a strong suspicion that (the owner) has a hand in these positive reviews - which is completely possible with the way this site review is structured. It is the only explanation for ANY positive remark concerning this cottage. Lastly: do not under any circumstances allow this owner to suggest a local car rental for you. I've driven some run-down automobiles in my day, in some very under developed parts of the world, and I can say with 100% certainty that the Taliban, even in remote Afghanistan, drive safer more reliable cars than we were provided my this owner. It was expensive, even by Eleuthera's standards, and outright dangerous.
Owner's Response: It is always a shocking thing for a home owner to get a review like this, especially when we make every effort to keep up with maintenance and are constantly making changes large and small, to make our guest comfortable.This is quite challenging on an island with few shops and no Home Depot down the road! Many guests return often, and new ones are thrilled with what they find. But when these renters started to complain about the beach, which is considered one of the best in the Bahamas, and praised by our renters, I knew there was nothing we could do to make these guests happy! They have written a very unfair review, which is clear by reading the other enthusiastic reviews we have received. One or two were written by people who stayed just before and just after these guests! You cannot please all the people all the time, although we do try!
Patricia Leigh-Wood
Rating
1 out of 5
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Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
Roanoke Island, NC
5

Pebbles is the Charm!

Review Submitted: June 12, 2011 Date of Stay: May 2011
My wife and I recently returned from our week's vacation on Eleuthra. It was a great trip and we felt so fortunate to have spent our time at Pebbles Cottage. The location is perfect and what a beach!! The house was really comfortable and had all that we needed. It was nice to meet Audrey and Joseph, as they were helpful and friendly like most of the locals. We enjoyed dining out at Tippy's, The Beach House, Sunset View, Coco di Mama, and The Bucaneers. We have already talked of our return to Eleuthra since our third visit was the charm! For our fourth visit, we'd definitely like to make Pebbles our first choice! Thank you, Patricia for sharing your wonderful cottage. The Cleavers from Manteo, NC
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
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Governor's Harbour Eleuthera
Nassau
5

Honeymoon Getaway!

Review Submitted: May 23, 2011 Date of Stay: April 2011
We stayed at Pebbles in April 2011 for our honeymoon. We found the house perfect for what we needed...relaxation! Whether the sliding glass doors were open or closed we could hear the waves crashing in the surf. We did not have a car the first day so we walked the short distance to the cafe down the road for lunch and to Tippy's for dinner. Once we did get a car we found this was a perfect hub for heading to some of the numerous beaches nearby. Although there were people renting the main house we never saw anyone on the property or beach. Lots of privacy and peace. I would highly recommend this house for anyone seeking relaxation.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Pebbles is indeed a relaxing, romantic place! Because there is no light pollution, billions of stars are visible...shooting stars race across the sky! As this renters says, you are not aware of the Main House or anyone in there. The houses face away from each other, giving both privacy!
Come and enjoy!
Patricia Leigh-Wood
Rating
5 out of 5
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