Location: Freetown, Grand Bahama, Bahamas, Caribbean (30 Min East from Freeport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 6 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: oceanfront, beach, luxury, luxurious, waterfront, beachfront. home, house
Enjoy the beachfront with panoramic sunsets in this spectacular, new 5 bedroom (each with its own en suite bathroom with large tile/glass shower), 6 bathroom home, set on a large, tastefully landscaped lot, directly on the ocean in a very private and coveted area of Grand Bahama Island.
The decor and architecture of this property will replenish your soul with its pleasing mixture of modern luxury and island simplicity. Just a short 30 minute drive from the bustling centre of Freeport, with its fine dining, golf courses, casinos, shops, exciting night life and international airport with many flights to cities worldwide.
Whether you are looking for a comfortable home base for your adventure filled vacation or simply a relaxing worry free holiday in the sun, 'Tranquil Breezes' will become your favorite place on earth.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$3250/week except certain holidays, includes free car
Free long distance phone calls to North America & free internet
No hidden fees for cleaning, airport pickup or taxes!
Rental: Sat. to Sat.
PayPal payments accepted!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Luxurious 5 BR on the Beach, Car Included
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Freetown
The Goodfellow family has vacationed on Grand Bahama for more than 15 years and enjoyed the area and local people so much they built a home on Pelican Point in the late 1990's.
The demands of the construction industry in Canada kept the Goodfellow family in the North a great deal of time and they decided to try share their vacation home by renting it out when not in residence. This proved successful and when Norm decided to build a larger home, he looked for the best beach he could find on the island of Grand Bahama.
He located a large lot on Golden Beach and in 2003 completed work on his current home near Freetown.
The Unique Benefits at this House
This home offers a large interior space with 5 large bedrooms. Each bedroom boasts its own full ensuite, complete with marble walk-in shower. The full kitchen, zoned air conditioning and large glass doors across the expanse of this ocean front home offer a luxurious, comfortable get-away with panoramic views of the Caribbean Ocean.
This home is only a 25 minute drive from Freeport, yet gives its guests the feeling they have thir own private piece of paradise.
Our favorite restaurant, just ten-minutes away. They also deliver and provide Bone Fishing tours.
If you go to Grand Bahamas do not miss this experience. Make a reservation for a balcony seat, to view the sharks below. The food here is good, the owner is very attentive and congenial.
East Sunrise Highway P: (242) 373-2222 A challenging 9-hole course, popular with both locals, winter residents and visitors, Fortune Hills has the longest part 5 in The Bahamas (530 yards). A friendly clubhouse bar is open where you will feel right at home.
Horseback ride through wooded tails on a two-hour eco-adventure. The ultimate way to experience outdoor GBI. (242) 373-3600
Easy 10- mile trail along the south shore of GBI along wetlands and through pine forest. Visit an inland blue hole and ruins of an early settlement (242) 373-2485
Nature trails and boardwalks lead to a variety of ecosystems. Two large caves are open to the public part of one of the largest underwater cave systems in the world.
It is called "The Boiling Hole" because when tide flows out to the sea, the water rushing from the cave-like area beneath the roadway bubbles on the surface. It could also be referred to as "The Whirlpool" because (as you might guess), when the tide flows inward, the water rushing into the cavern system creates a whirlpool and is definitely a sight to behold! This blue lagoon occurred naturally as the island itself was formed, and it is a testament to the cavernous geology of The Islands of The Bahamas. And, it is also one of the sites explored by Jacques Cousteau, who documented his findings. A wooden boardwalk, with a viewing deck and aluminum ladder for access to the water, has been provided for persons wi
Enjoy a full guided 90-minute tour with moderate paddling in a safe Eco-environment and no dangerous creatures. We use wide, stable, two-man kayaks, easy in and out with a third seat available for infants. The tour is suitable for all ages and beginners are also welcomed. There is ample time for swimming and beach combing. Afterward, relax and have lunch on a private, shady beach. A guided nature walk and visit to caves is also available.
Only at UNEXSO can you swim and interact with the dolphins in the open ocean environment. The dolphins will follow the boat into the open ocean (weather permitting) where you will enter the water and interact with the dolphins
Take a 20 minute boat ride through the beautiful canal systems of Grand Bahama Island or along the South Shore of the island. (depending on weather) Arrive at a natural 9 acre lagoon, “Sanctuary Bay”, home to fourteen Atlantic Bottle Nose Dolphins. Sit with your feet in the water to have an educational experience about these dolphins while they splash and jump around you. Step onto a 3 ft submerged platform where you can pet and kiss a dolphin.
Owner's Map of Freetown
Hello, my name is Norm Goodfellow and my wife May and I have travelled with our children to various islands in the Caribbean, but we felt most at home on Grand Bahama Island. I have a contracting company in Ontario Canada and had been searching for the right property on which to build our vacation home.
Property Photos
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- Luxurious, newer 5 bedroom, 3,200 ft oceanfront home - Freetown Vacation Rental On the Beach; Car Included; Internet
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- Gorgeous marble floors & soaring ceilings - Freetown Vacation Rental On the Beach; Car Included; Internet
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- Relax on the lanai & enjoy spectacular ocean views - Freetown Vacation Rental On the Beach; Car Included; Internet
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- Exciting fishing:barracuda, grouper, bonefish plus
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- King size bed in Master Bedroom & private lanai
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- 5 Bedrooms with Ensuites, 3 with ocean views
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- Spacious Accommodations
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- Kids room
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- Unique Suites each guest will enjoy
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- The Beach right in front
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- Stunning Sunsets
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- In the evening
Traveler Reviews (11)
1st Class Beach House Away from it all
Guest: Lovin' Maui
(Lovin' Mau)
Date of Stay: 06/01/07
Review Submitted: 12/19/07
This house blow me and my friends away. It is first class all the way. And the ocean views from the rooms are amazing. The beach in your backyard felt like your own private beach because there is no one around. The only down side might be an upside, it is a 30 minute drive to the center of Freeport, to where all the action and people are. If you are looking to get away from the busy then this house will exceed all your expectations.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Family Vacation
Guest: Jodi
(United States)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 11/30/11
Ten of us stayed at the Goodfellow home in August and had an amazing time. The home is beautiful and spacious with plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Even the dining room table was big enough for all of us to eat at once. Having a "private" beach was so much fun, too. Low tide is the best time to enjoy the beach and the sand bar that pops up. It's like being in a huge, turquoise pool with gentle waves, and the sandbar made a great area for tossing football and other games. You also have to go to nearby Gold Rock Beach; it is one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
PARADISE!!
Guest: Daisy
(Ontario)
Date of Stay: 01/30/11
Review Submitted: 08/13/11
An excellent property for a very peaceful and restful vacation. Home is very well-maintained and clean. The owner was very helpful in all questions and concerns. The listing photos are an accurate reflection of the home. Spectacular sunsets!! Our week was too short, would certainly consider it another year.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Best Beach House
Guest: JG&family
(Austin, TX, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/09/11
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
We just returned from a 10 day stay at the home. It was excellent experience and great, perfect refreshing vacations. The beach was wonderful and the home was all, and more, than described in the listing. I highly recommend it and we will return. If you are looking for tranquility, privacy, and luxury, this is the house on Grand Bahama. During our stay we only saw one person on the beach. At high tide, it was safe to swim. At low tide the flats had numerous sand bars and small tidal pools suitable for our 2.5year old son to play in. The house is quite large and with 5 bedrooms can accommodate more than one family. The property is well maintained and provides an acre of palm studded lawn to play at. The car supplied with the rental is absolutely necessary as the property is located about 25 miles away from town and about 3 miles east of the Lucaya Nat Park. The car was reliable and blended well with other vehicles in the parking lots in Freeport -although it is well worn by US standards. Upon arrival we were met by car rental agent at the airport, she took us to the office where we filed paperwork and she then directed us to grocery store and gas station. We then drove to the house (45 minutes trip) where we met with owner's representative. He gave us introduction to the house and the area. He recommended places to go, shop and visit. He was available by phone all the time. We had to use the local land phone (provided) as the cell coverage was spotty there and we were not able to connect to internet or make international calls while in the house. This might have been temporary as infrastructure is in place including working cable TV (new SONY flat panel in master bedroom); VOIP phone, and wireless modem, but it just not worked when we were there. Overall it was excellent experience, easy to set up with the owners and a great family vacations. Activities I can recommend: UNEXO SCUBA and Dolphin Experience, Lucaya National Park, Paradise Cove snorkeling, bonefish fly fishing off the beach, Garden of the Groves. "Shopping" in Lucaya was less than OK - nothing rivaling St. Thomas. Groceries were similarly priced at all the stores so pick convenient one, they are all imported from US. Selection varied and brands were limited in warehouse style places: juice, dairy products, and ice cream are twice as expensive as in the US; reg. gas was at $5.40/gallon. Buy fish/conch behind Freeport Straw Market, fresh off the boat.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Goodfellow home, Bahamas
Guest: Jan
(Aurora, CO, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/26/11
Review Submitted: 04/14/11
What a wonderful home. Our family was quite comfortable with plenty of private space and great large family space. We didn't see another person on :"our" beach which was about 50yds. from the house. The water was shallow, warm and after you got over the coral rocks, the sand was soft and comfortable. the children enjoyed flying kites with the ever present wind. The folks in the village were friendly and the food was very good. Freeport is about 30 minutes away, so be sure and get your groceries before heading to the house. Solomans grocery store had fair prices and a nice selection. I would recommend this property for a great family vacation.
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Our stay was, as before, perfectly wonderful...
Guest: G. Taylor
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Date of Stay: 03/27/10
Review Submitted: 09/27/10
"Our stay was, as before, perfectly wonderful. The accommodations are so well-planned for a group, and the weather, and even the airlines, all cooperated beautifully. Stepping in the front door, even after several stays, is always a delightful surprise---every bit as good as you remember. The new porch furniture is perfect. It is our hope to be able to return next year."
Recommended for:
Can't wait to come back!
Guest: 5kids2TiredParents
(Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/24/09
Review Submitted: 04/21/09
I cannot say enough about this home. We stayed for a memorable 2 weeks in late January, early February '09. We had 13 total people, 2 of which were babies, and never felt crowded or like we were tripping over one another once the entire time. Reverend Laing and his wife were very accommodating and kind. The solitude was amazing, and I find it difficult to not daydream about our next visit! I would highly recommend this property to anyone who truly wants to get away from it all. It was 2 of the best weeks of our life. Our children loved it, were never bored and left with nothing but the best of memories. Next time I might go a bit later in the year, as it was unseasonably chilly while we visited, but still a fabulous vacation overall!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Great house!
Guest: DTP
(Paoli, PA)
Date of Stay: 12/28/08
Review Submitted: 01/06/09
This house is beautiful with all modern amenities. When we arrived the house was clean and ready for us. The beach is gorgeous. Our family traveled with another family so 8 of us used the house. It was plenty big. There is nothing to do except relax!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
Beautiful Sunsets
Guest: BNB
(Palm City, Florida)
Date of Stay: 03/25/08
Review Submitted: 04/30/08
The house is really lovely and well equipped...except for the kitchen. We found ourselves "making do" to cope with the lack of utensils/equipment for preparing meals. Because the house is remote we ate many of our meals in (which we prefer anyway). There were 2 wine glasses...not quite adequate for a house that sleeps 10. On the other hand there were about 30 coffee cups! The beach wass fabulous except when the tide was in...then there was no beach,,,just rocks and washed up coral. (Be sure to take reef shoes, Tivas or the like). The change in the beach as the tide changed was remarkable. When the tide was out the children had a great time playing on the sandbars and in the sea and the sand. If you've ever dreamed of vacationing on a deserted island this comes pretty close. During the entire week we saw a total of 4 other people on the beach; 2 people on 2 separate occasions. Rev. Freddie gave us the name of a couple of the local fishermen from whom we bought the "catch of the day"; grouper, mutton snapper; lobster on several occasions...the one drawback is the 30+ min. drive to the boat dock. The house is located close to Lucaya National Park where various tour groups come to kayak and hike. We tried to rent kayaks but couldn't find anyone on the island who would rent kayaks for a few days or a week. All the kayaks were tied to a tour company and were needed for the tour outings. That was a disappointment. When all is said and done we will go back and have recommended the house to friends. It's quiet, relaxing, idyllic, all in a very private location. The sea is fabulous...the view from the house is remarkable. If you want to get away from it all you've found the place.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children.
Perfect Vacation House
Guest: CathyB
(Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 03/01/08
Review Submitted: 03/31/08
The house is absolutely gorgeous!! Very clean and spacious. Easily accommodated group of 10 adults - we never felt crowded. Huge improvement over staying at a resort and getting individual rooms for each couple. We were able to spend more time together having coffee in the morning or relaxing on the lanai reading in the afternoons. Yet there is plenty of room to find some quiet time by yourself is wanted too. Only downside would be the distance from Port Lucaya/Freeport. It is about a half hour drive into town so we just opted to spend more time at the house grilling dinner rather than going out so often. We will most likely return to the home when we travel to the Bahamas again. Plus, Julie was a pleasure to work with - very informative.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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