Best Views on Guana - 4 Bedrooms - Holiday Specials

• Top Shelf : how appropriately named

  Top Shelf : how appropriately named

  • Guest bks3101
  • Date of stay 07/03/12
  • Review Submitted 07/12/12
  This property was not as advertised. It was better. It is ideally located on one of the highest points on the island. This is important for 2 reasons 1: the breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean, marina, and rest of the island from both the second story wrap around balconies and the crows nest, 2: the sea breeze makes for extremely comfortable nights in the summer with the windows open. We had six people on the trip for a week of spear fishing and the house was plenty spacious to handle six people and some. Cocktails in the crows nest at night is a must in the evening. It is a very short walk down to the beach which we never encountered one person on the entire trip. There is beautiful reef structure right off the beach to snorkel around. A golf cart is a must but everything including the Dive Guana boat rental, Nippers,Grabbers, and Pirates Cove are a 5minute ride. The beds were very comfortable. The house has a grill and a filet table. The owners are a pleasure to deal with and it is very obvious they take their property and your vacation very personally. They respond quickly to emails and give insightful recommendations on places to rent boats and golf carts as well as where to eat. I will definitely be staying at Top Shelf the next time I'm in Guana assuming availability and we liked it so much we're trying to set up a return trip in the Fall...Thanks for a great time Donna! PS ....Guana is NOT fished out the spearing was fantastic. Watch out for sharks though

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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• Beautiful House but Disappointed

  Beautiful House but Disappointed

  • Guest RSA
  • Date of stay 08/08/11
  • Review Submitted 04/20/12
  We rented in August 2011 and thought the house was very beautiful. However, we were disappointed with the following. First, the owner told us the house was no more than 100 yards from the dock. Not true, it was more like 1/4 mile. Second, when we got there,we called the caretaker and she had no idea we were coming. So, we had to wait a few hours for the house to be cleaned for us. Third, the house was filthy when we got there. Among other things, the sheets on one of the beds were stained/dirty. We could not use them. There were dead bugs everywhere. And lastly, when we addressed these matters with the owner after our visit, she disregarded our concerns and did not care to address them. Although the house is very nice, I will not rent there again nor advise any one to either.

  Owner response: Unfortunately my caretaker (and another very reputable business owner on island) strongly dispute this renters stance..... All of our other guests have loved our caretaker and have only had rave reviews..... Our house is beautiful, clean, and we are thrilled with our caretaker.... Some guests think they can throw around false accusations for non warranted refunds......... Please feel free to contact me with any questions or if you would like to see the numerous emails that went back and forth between myself and this renter.... Please read all of the reviews!!!! Thanks.. At least he said our house was beautiful:)

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• Great location, great house

  Great location, great house

  • Guest Elizabeth B.
  • Date of stay 12/30/11
  • Review Submitted 01/13/12
  7 of us rented Top Shelf for a birthday/New Year's celebration. The location on the island is great, very central and you can walk to the settlement quite easily. We did rent golf carts and would recommend that for getting around. Walk down the steps to the Atlantic beach for swimming and snorkeling. We walked about 100 yds south and found a great spot, not far from Nipper's, and very good for swimming. We loved sitting in the 'Crow's Nest' for afternoon cocktails. The 360 view is unmatched (bring binoculars for boat watching). We loved the personal privacy of the 2 ensuites and the lower level rooms were great for the family of 3, with it's bathroom. The kitchen is well stocked and the wrap around deck is perfect. The house is well cared for and Terri was very friendly and helpful. Donna (the owner) is a pleasure to deal with and made great suggestions. Get the contact info for Forrest Pinder. He is an excellent chef who came to the house and made one of the best meals we have ever had, worthy of fine dining restaurants but prepared right in our own kitchen. Highly recommend!!!! Grabbers and Nipper's are great beach bars and Baker's Bay was very good for a meal and fairly reasonable. All in all-just what we were looking for!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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• Smittys 40th B-Day

  Smittys 40th B-Day

  • Guest bahaman1
  • Date of stay 10/01/10
  • Review Submitted 10/13/10
  I had been planning this trip for quite a while and it turned out to be all I wanted it to. The house will comfortably house 10 and entertain many more during gatherings all the while providing the creature comforts of home down to tempurpedic mattresses on the beds. The views are exquisite with the breezes and surf harmonizing in the backround 24/7. It will make you feel like kings and or queens of an island. It is a two minute walk to one of the most majestic beaches I have ever seen (and I am of Bahamian origin) with the water still warm and lovely well into October. This recent trip was for the adults but I certainly plan to be back with the kids next year and watch them also grin from ear to ear when they get there. I highly reccomend.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, pet owners, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

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• Rustic Perfection

  Rustic Perfection

  • Guest rhonda M.
  • Date of stay 07/21/10
  • Review Submitted 08/01/10
  What an amazing house and such a magical island! The house is elegantly simple, and its crown jewel is the 360 degree view from the crow's nest. The view is made even more spectacular by constant, cooling breezes. The power from BEC is spotty (which is true throughout Abaco), so the elevation of this house made even a night without power a special treat because the breeze cooled us all night. It was such a pleasure to hear the ocean and drink in the Milky Way while lounging on the porch and in the crow's nest. Great home caretaker took great care of us, as did all the wonderful island residents. What can I say? EVERY nook and cranny of this of this island is comfortable, fun, easy and inviting. Rent a golf cart, explore and enjoy! Dive, snorkel or fish. On Guana, it's all good. Life doesn't get any better than this.

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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• • Guest Kristin Raia
  • Date of stay 11/16/09
  • Review Submitted 11/16/09
  What an awesome stay at Topshelf. My first time in Guana Cay was filled with fun memories and new friends. Everyone on the island was very friendly and gracious. Topshelf was Topshelf! A fabulously decorated home away from home. There was nothing to want for. It offered all the ammenities of home. A great time was spent in the crow's nest with the girls. Can't wait to hopefully return again in the near future! Thank you Donna.

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• • Guest Holly Harding
  • Date of stay 08/19/09
  • Review Submitted 08/19/09
  Just wanted to thank you for an awesome vacation. Your cottage was so comfortable and we loved the bottom floor for the kids to enjoy and the top floor for the adults to enjoy. We had many happy hours in your crows nest. Look forward to renting next year, same time same place.

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• • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 03/02/09
  • Review Submitted 03/02/09
  I just wanted to thank you for a wonderful week at your house. I have never witnessed such beautiful views in my life. Your house sits on top of the world with views as far as the eye can see. Loved your comfy living space and your great beach chairs and beach toys. We caught lots of fish with your fishing poles and cooked them up for dinner. We can't wait to get back to your little slice of paradise.The people on the island are so nice, I felt like I've known them forever.

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• • Guest bahaman1
  • Date of stay 10/10/08
  • Review Submitted 10/10/08
  What a beautiful house. It was our first time visiting Great Guana, and we fell in love with both Island and house. The house is comfortable and inviting. Everything is brand new, and it doesn't appear any expenses were spared. We especially enjoyed the crow's nest, which had amazing views of the near private beach where we had spent the day. Would highly recommend this house to anyone wishing to visit Great Guana and stay in a modern, comfortable house.

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