Magnificent 10-Bedroom Beachfront Compound W/ Private Pool on French Leave Beach

Main House from beach

View of beach from pool. Pool cabana at left.

View from second story veranda of Main House

Beach access from first story veranda of Main House

Gabrielle Anwar, female lead of the TV series Burn Notice, taken at Lush Life House when she stayed there recently with her boyfriend Shareef Malnik owner of The Forge restaurant, Miami Beach.

Historic Haynes Library in Village of Governors Harbour, 1 Mile Away

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Minimum stay:7 nights
Internet:Yes

Pets considered:No
Wheel chair accessible:Yes

Governor's Harbour estate description

Welcome to Lush Life, a luxurious, newly constructed beachfront compound located directly on the pristine, pink-sand French Leave Beach. Lush Life was the setting for the 2010 Tyler Perry/Janet Jackson film, ''Why Did I Get Married Too'', which was shot on location in the house and on its beach, pool, and grounds. Lush Life has a total of four structures with 10 bedrooms, 12 baths, 5 kitchens, beautifully landscaped grounds, and a large heated pool. Maid service three days a week is included. Other staff are available upon request.

Although completely private, Lush Life is just a five-minute walk down the beach from the Beach House restaurant. It is less than a mile from Tippy's famous restaurant, and a mile from the town of Governors Harbour.

The houses at Lush Life were exquisitely designed, and built to the most exacting standards of workmanship. They feature Brazilian hardwood floors, cypress cedar ceilings, custom tile, electronic mini-split air-conditioning systems, and decor by one of the Bahamas' premier interior designers.

Lush Life is rented to just one group at a time. The compound consists of the following structures:

The Main House: This magnificent Bahamian Colonial mansion has 4 king bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, and sleeps 8. The large great room, hall, formal dining room, and expansive veranda look directly out upon French Leave Beach, one of the most beautiful in the Caribbean. The extraordinary kitchen would satisfy any master chef, and is designed to handle the largest dinner parties. It is equipped with two large refrigerators, giant freezer, gas range, and more.

The Guest Cottage: This 2-bedroom cottage overlooks the pool and has ocean views. It has a full kitchen and 3 baths, and is connected to the Bunk Room and Studio Apartment.

The Bunk Room: This structure, connected to the Guest Cottage on one side and the Studio Apartment on the other, consists of a large bedroom and private bathroom. The bedroom is furnished with 3 bunk beds and 3 trundle beds, sleeping up to 9 children.

The Studio Apartment: This cozy cottage with views across the pool at the beach and ocean, is linked to the Bunk Room. It has a large living/bedroom area with a four-poster bed, a kitchen, and a private bathroom.

The Pool Cabana: This bright one-bedroom house is on the beach and beside the pool. It has a king bedroom, a large living room, and a full kitchen and bath.

The Gardener’s Cottage: This charming cottage is a studio with a queen bed, mini-kitchen, and full bath. There is an extra charge of $500/week for use of the Gardener's Cottage, which is generally only used for large groups requiring a 10th bedroom.

Lush Life comes with everything you need to enjoy your stay on Eleuthera including flat-screen satellite TVs with DVD players, high-speed internet with WIFI, desktop computer, free VOIP telephone line, books, and games. Outdoor amenities include a heated pool, gas grill, kayak, surfboards, and (coming soon) an outdoor ping pong table. Lush Life comes with housekeeping 3 times a week. A cook and other staff are available for an additional charge.

LOCATION INFORMATION

Lush Life is located directly on French Leave Beach, an idyllic, mile-long, pink-sand beach with only half a dozen houses on its entire length. The surf is very mild, protected by a large reef system that parallels the shore. The water is among the clearest in the world. Just offshore from Lush Life is an excellent reef for snorkeling, inhabited by many colorful reef fishes.

The town of Governors Harbour, a mile away, has a charming collection of 19th century homes and churches overlooking its historic harbor. Buy fresh fish and lobster every afternoon from fisherman at the town dock, or visit the recently restored Haynes Library, which dates from 1897, for the weekly coffee hour for foreigners. Governors Harbour has grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, two banks with ATMs, a bakery, gift shops, a dive shop, and a medical clinic. Friday Night Fish Fry, a street/beach party that brings together all the tourists and locals with food, drink, and dancing, is not to be missed.

Property Type

2 story

Estate

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Onsite Services

Housekeeper Included

Suitability

Limited Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible

Pets Not Allowed
Children Welcome

Events Allowed
Non Smoking Only

Bedrooms: 10 Bedrooms, Sleeps 27, Beds for 27

Bedroom 1: 1 king
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Bedroom 2: 1 king
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Bedroom 3: 1 king
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Bedroom 4: 1 king
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Bedroom 5: 1 king
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Bedroom 6: 1 king
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Bedroom 7: 1 king
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Bedroom 8: 6 twin/ single, 3 child bed
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Bedroom 9: 1 king
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Bedroom 10: 1 king
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Bathrooms: 10 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

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Full 4: toilet, shower
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Full 8: toilet, shower
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Full 9: toilet, shower
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Full 10: toilet, shower
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Full 11: toilet
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Other Amenities

Beachfront location. Heated pool. Equipment includes kayak, surfboards, books and games. Housekeeping three days a week is included....more less

Entertainment

Television
Satellite / Cable
Radio
Stereo

CD Player
Books
Games
Games For Kids

Toys
DVD Player
Video Games

Theme

Away From It All

Adventure

Family

Attractions

Arboretum
Bay/Sound
Botanical Garden
Caves

Churches
Cinemas
Duty Free Shops
Library

Marina
Reefs
Restaurants

Leisure Activities

Walking
Eco Tourism
Sight Seeing
Scenic Drives

Beachcombing
Bird Watching
Horseback Riding
Shelling

Shopping
Wildlife Viewing
Boating

local services and businesses

Babysitter
Massage Therapist

Medical Services
ATM/Bank

Groceries

Location Type

Beach

Beachfront

Oceanfront

sports and adventure activities

Kayaking
Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
Snorkeling/Diving
Deepsea Fishing
Fly Fishing
Hiking
Pier Fishing

Snorkeling
Sound/Bay Fishing
Spelunking
Surf Fishing
Sailing
Cycling
Fishing

Wind-Surfing
Water Skiing
Mountain Biking
Surfing
Swimming
Tennis

catering options

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Dining

Dining

Dining Room

Seating for 12 people

General

Telephone
Air Conditioning
Heating
Linens Provided
Washing Machine
Clothes Dryer
Parking
Broadband Access
Internet

Towels Provided
Wireless Internet
Computer Available
Iron & Board
PC
Activities Guide
Ceiling Fans
Filtered Water
Hair Dryer

Laundry Soap
Local Activities Guide
Paper Towels
Basic Soaps
Toilet Paper
Living Room
Parking Off Street
Covered Parking
Free Long Distance

house cleaning

Housekeeper Included

Kitchen

Freezer
Oven
Coffee Maker
Toaster
Grill
4 Ring Stove

Cooking Utensils
Blender
Ice Maker
Lobster Pot
Pantry Items
Stove

Dishes & Utensils
Stove
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen:
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Catering Available

Outside

Lawn / Garden
Balcony
Porch / Veranda
Beach Chairs

Beach Towels
Kayak / Canoe
Outdoor Grill
Wood Deck

Outdoor Grill Gas
Gazebo
Deck / Patio

Pool / Spa

Heated Pool

Private Pool

Rates

Rental basis: Per property

Dates	Nightly	Weekend Night	Weekly	Monthly *	Event

Mid Summer Jun 7 - Aug 16, 2014 7 night min stay			$13,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Late Summer Aug 17 - Sep 6, 2014 7 night min stay			$12,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Fall Sep 7 - Oct 24, 2014 7 night min stay			$11,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Late Fall Oct 25 - Nov 21, 2014 7 night min stay			$12,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Thanksgiving Nov 22 - Nov 29, 2014 7 night min stay			$15,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

December Nov 30 - Dec 19, 2014 7 night min stay			$12,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Holiday Dec 20 - Jan 3, 2015 7 night min stay			$19,500
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Winter Jan 4 - Feb 6, 2015 7 night min stay			$14,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Spring Feb 7 - Apr 25, 2015 7 night min stay			$16,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Early Summer Apr 26 - Jun 5, 2015 7 night min stay			$13,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Mid Summer Jun 7 - Aug 15, 2015 7 night min stay			$14,500
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Late Summer Aug 16 - Sep 5, 2015 7 night min stay			$13,000
Changeover Day: Saturday
Rates are based on 12 guests; add $71 per night, per additional guest

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

Refundable Damage Deposit $1,000
Tax Rate 10%

Notes:

RATES ARE FOR UP TO 12 GUESTS; add $500/week for each additional guest. There is an additional charge of $500/week for use of the Gardener's Cottage (with 10th bedroom).

NOTE: We have set the rates this way to make the property affordable for smaller groups who use less water and electricity, and create less wear and tear.

Rates include housekeeping three times a week.

Dates Available: Year-rou

Cancellation policy:

Policy available by contacting manager when booking.

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Location

7 Miles

Nearest Airport

Governors Harbour

10 Metres

Nearest Beach

French Leave Beach

200 Metres

Nearest Barpub

The Beach House

200 Miles

Nearest Restaurant

The Beach House

Car: Recommended

Other Activities: Boating, Wildlife Viewing, Shopping, Kayaking

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Main House from beach
View from second story veranda of Main House
Main House living room
Main House front hall
Main House master bedroom
Bunk room
Pool Cabana (left) and Main House
Pool Cabana Great room
Gabrielle Anwar, female lead of the TV series Burn Notice, taken at Lush Life House when she stayed there recently with her boyfriend Shareef Malnik owner of The Forge restaurant, Miami Beach.
Our beach (French Leave Beach)
French Leave Beach
vVillage of Governors Harbour