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Escape to Romantic Jasmine on Private Estate W/Pink Sand Beach [#43302] | View Property
Governor's Harbour
Villa, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible Bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 2-4)
$1800 - $1925/wk
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Traveler Reviews (16)
Fantastic Place!
Guest: Mike B.
(Charlotte NY)
Date of Stay: 11/26/11
Review Submitted: 12/09/11
We highly recommend a stay at Jasmine. We liked how the house is decorated, had everything we needed and it's a very comfortable home. Jasmine doesn't have a rental unit feel at all. We definitely enjoyed the back yard patios with the outdoor shower. We used that shower quite a bit, it was great to have a nice warm shower outdoors after our long sandy walks on the beach. What an idea! Although we visited a number of beaches on the island, Jasmine's beach was better or equal to any. The whole time we were at Jasmine we were the only ones on the beach. An the pool was a bonus the day the surf was up. Gail and Cordy were extremely helpful and pleasant. They made the trip very enjoyable for us. We even had Kathy come one night and make dinner for us. She and her sister were a hoot! It was the best island vacation we've ever had and we are definitely looking forward to returning to Eleuthera and Jasmine. Mike and Molly
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Wonderful
Guest: Tom & Katy
(Lexington, KY)
Date of Stay: 02/12/11
Review Submitted: 04/10/11
Sometimes you don't want to give a great review because you are afraid that the home/place will become so popular that you will have a hard time reserving it again. That's how we feel about Jasmine! However, Gail deserves an outstanding review because you can tell she works very hard to make your stay perfect. From the fresh flowers to the jigsaw puzzles to the outdoor shower to having her home furnished with everything you need. Wonderful!! Gail sent us enough information for us to decide which restauruant we were going to visit each night before we arrived on the island. She arrranged for us to be picked up at the airport and have our rental Sidekick waiting in the driveway. Her Estate Manager, Cordy, was a wealth of knowledge and displayed outstanding customer service. We truly appreciated him. Back to Jasmine. Perfect location. Close to the airport and town. Close to all restaurants we dined in. Two minute walk to the beach. Six minute walk to Sky Beach Resort where you can eat, drink and swim. Perfect house. Master bedroom is wonderful. The back yard is secluded and beautiful. Jasmine could not have been better! The island of Eleuthera is somewhat untouched. Starfish, sand dollars, shells and beautiful fish. Be sure to explore the many secluded beaches. If it is hard to get to them then it is worth it!! The people of Eleuthera are so nice and helpful. Lovely people! O.K. enough. If you want the most relaxing and beautiful vacation choose Jasmine and Eleuthera. You will love it!
Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Destination Wedding
Guest: Andre A (UK)
(London, UK)
Date of Stay: 01/17/10
Review Submitted: 02/09/10
We were looking for a location with sun, sea and sand for our wedding. As Wedding Photographers we were looking for a location where we could marry on the beach and continue our honeymoon in the same location. Jasmine House has to be one of the nicest properties I have rented anywhere. It was like going from home to home. On arrival a driver was arranged to collect us from the airport. The property was spotless and actually beyond our expectations. Fresh flowers everywhere, all the facilities you could ask for and as pretty as a picture. We fell in love with the place that night. The owner, Gail, had broadband installed so we could keep in touch with family and friends and announce our wedding and send photos. Gail was incredibly responsive to any request for information and nothing was too much trouble. The description of the property was very accurate, however I do not think it did it justice. Which I guess is a good thing as you then exceed expectations. We held our wedding on the beach and would recommend this to any couple considering a destination wedding location. Eleuthera is a beautiful, unspoilt and undeveloped Island which gives it that paradise feel. The coconuts, palms, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, pink sandy beaches and beautiful climate make it a fabulous destination for adventurers, photographers and explorers alike. My wife and I cannot praise this property enough. The owner, the housekeeper and estate manager and workers kept the place spotless, well maintained and a real joy to call our holiday home. We are already trying to book again for next year! Andre & Suzanne
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Most relaxing vacation ever!
Guest: Maria
(NC)
Date of Stay: 07/14/09
Review Submitted: 07/28/09
Our family of 4 loved Gail's house on Eleuthera. We were so sad when we had to leave. We really enjoyed the outside shower and nice flat backyard where we played soccer each day. The flowers and shrubs she's planted are beautiful as is the wrap-around front deck with all the shells that past visitors have left for others to enjoy. Make sure you talk to John Burrows downtown for fresh fish. Maybe he'll take you on an exciting snorkeling excursion! This is a relaxing vacation where Gail has left lots of books for daily reading.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.
The Perfect Vacation House
Guest: Don & Vicki
(Lake Leelanau,MI)
Date of Stay: 03/07/09
Review Submitted: 04/24/09
Staying on the island was our first time and it could not have been nicer. We had spent the last two years on Abaco and found Eleuthera to be much more relaxing and friendlier. Prior to our arrival, Gail had everything prepared right down to having a vehicle in the driveway. Being in contact with her over the winter months she would email us with lots of good information regarding things to do and places to go which was very helpful. We loved working with her and found she is most efficient. After arriving at Jasmine on Wykee Estates on 3-7-09 we thought we had just entered paradise. A beautiful two bedroom house that was full of hibiscus and bougainvilla..for our welcome! What a nice touch!! Beautifully decorated and very clean. The housekeeper, Kathy, prides herself on taking good care of everything inside. The grounds of the estate are just gorgeous. A freshwater pool, that was also very clean,made for a nice "laid back: spot to read, relax and swim. Corty, who is the caretaker of the estate was so nice and very accommodating. If we needed anything, including a fishing rod!, he provided it and always with a smile.We so enjoyed Jasmine with all of its amenities including a very comfortable king size bed and an outside shower. What comfort! Showering in open air with the bougainvillea and hibiscus hanging overhead along with a view of palm trees and the ocean just doesn't get any better! The backyard area is so very private but so beautiful with all of the foliage. Each evening we either sat outside to "star gaze" or relaxed on the wonderful, large screened in verandah with lovely, comfortable deck furniture. Enjoyed many day trips getting to know the island. We found that everywhere we went the "locals" were so friendly and helpful. There are many events to attend. One was a wonderful Friday night fish fry held on the beach in Governors Harbour but watch out for the "Rum Bubbas"...they are wicked!! We enjoyed a great dinner and an evening of Rake-n-Scrape at Tippy's, a Sunday afternoon BBQ at Captain Jack's and outstanding Italian food at Cocodimama. Saving the best for last...are all of the beautiful beaches we had visited during our three week stay. Just breathtaking!! We encountered very few people on most of them. Sometimes our footprints were the only ones!! Our plans are to return to this very special island and its people. We would highly recommend a vacation stay on Eleuthera and being pampered at Jasmine!!
Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Jasmine The Dream House
Guest: 2 Squirrels
(Jacksonville, FL)
Date of Stay: 02/08/09
Review Submitted: 02/16/09
How did we love it????????????? Let us count the ways: The house was a beautiful, sunny and sparkling clean...PARADISE, just as you promised! We loved breakfasting on the lovely porch overlooking the ocean! We took every shower in the outside shower... looking up at palms, hummers and flowers! We snuggled in our comfortable bed, reading books we never get around to reading! We swam in the shining pool and walked the marvelous beach! We loved every minute of every day and it's all thanks to you and Jasmine! Best for Couples only as the house is small and don't be surprised that you are near other houses...but in a lovely, well-tended community.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Great and wonderful house.
Guest: J-CA
(North bethesda Maryland)
Date of Stay: 12/20/08
Review Submitted: 01/06/09
It is a great and nice house with a beautiful garden. The first day, I saw a couple of whales from the living room. It is a perfect place from where you can visit Eleuthera (North and south). I love this house.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Charming Island Home
Guest: WFW
(Portland, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 06/23/08
Review Submitted: 07/07/08
From the moment we crossed the threshold we felt at home. Jasmine House is beautiful and the extra touches (like the flowers everywhere) and all the home comforts: music, well stocked cupboards and drawers full of all the pots, pans, plates and utensils we needed, as well as the towels, coolers, snorkel gear etc… made it really easy to enjoy our short stay to the max. Loved the outdoor shower, especially at night when the stars are incredible. The screened in porch is lovely. The owner's list of contacts and directions were invaluable. She thought of everything! The beach is FANTASTIC!! We LOVED the island and the people! Everyone was so friendly and laid back… just what the doctor ordered for a vacation. We’re definitely going to try and make it back but for longer next time! I would not hesitate to recommend Jasmine for a vacation. We needed wireless (currently only dial-up at Jasmine)... and there was wireless access at the library and at the Cigatoo Quality Inn in the public areas… so we were able to tap in while we had breakfast there one morning. The owner told me that her plans for Jasmine this July include a wireless router and a double bed in the back bedroom (to replace the sleep sofa) as well as a hammock in the yard. All will be great additions. Restaurants we enjoyed: Dolce Vita, Tippy's. Also, Sunset for great (and cheap) conch fritters.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/08
Review Submitted: 03/14/08
The BEST Christmas vacation & wedding EVER!! Mark & I decided to re-marry & wanted to spend Christmas with our son in a warm & sunny place. When I found Jasmine House online I knew it would be the perfect place & it didn't disappoint. I emailed Gail & told her our plans & she REALLY came through for us! Gail found someone locally to marry us right on the beach below the house, procured a rental vehicle for our stay, & gave me many helpful travel suggestions to make our trip the best. The house is absolute perfection & we couldn't have asked for a more wonderful place! We are planning another Christmas right now!
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/08
Review Submitted: 03/02/08
We were at Jasmine the first week of January 2008 and we couldn't be happier with our experience. The house was immaculate, beautifully decorated and felt like home within minutes. Everything worked as advertised, and the pictures don't do justice to the style and beauty of the place. The view was great, and it was nice to leave the big windows open and fall asleep each night to the sound of the surf crashing on the beach. Speaking of the beach, wow! We visited 9 beaches during our stay, and we both agree that the beach in front of Jasmine was among the most beautiful (Tay Bay Beach gives it some pretty stiff competition but oh, the drive). We spent many an afternoon playing in the surf and many an evening walking the shore. Anyway, back to the house. The kitchen was wonderful, with everything needed to create some wonderful meals (we cooked at home most nights). The outdoor shower was a hoot too, and very handy when we came up from the beach full of sand and salt. After a shower in the sun, it was very nice to stretch out on the lounges, feel the breeze and just listen to the sounds of nature all around us. Bottom line, Eleuthera is about the most beautiful place we have ever visited, and we can't think of a better way of experiencing it than by renting a Jeep, exploring all day and then coming home to Jasmine. Perhaps the best compliment I could give is that we started talking about going back to Jasmine even before our tiny plane lifted off from GH Airport for the trip home. PS Kudos to the staff - Corty and I forget the housekeepers name (sincere apologies - I'm terrible with names AND they say memory is always the second thing to go). Both stopped by during our stay, and both were very friendly and very helpful. A heartfelt thank you to them and to Gail for an unforgettable experience! Dan & De
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Jasmine House more than met our expectations
Guest: k & K
(New Brunswick, Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/01/08
Review Submitted: 02/16/08
My husband and I spent a week at Jasmine House in February and were very pleased with the house, surrounding property, ocean view, and wonderful beach. I felt the description and photos represent the property well. The house is furnished with comfortable and attractive furniture and the back yard, which is very large and has 3 seperate seating areas to accommodate various times of the day, is private and teeming with wildlife. The outdoor shower was a nice touch and we used it almost exclusively during our stay. Everything we wanted/needed was available including prompt replacement of a gas tank for the stove. One phone call and they were right there to fix the situation. Our favorite spot was the front porch which is very large with lots of comfortable seating and tables to eat meals, etc. It is screened in and allows the breezes to flow throughout the house, provides a relief from the sun, but still feels like you are right outside the whole time. We felt so comfortable and really enjoyed the fact that we could just leave all the windows open and let the air flow through the house at night listening to the surf. Actually we never even locked the place up and felt very safe and secure the whole time we were there. The beach is a short walk down the street and I can count on one hand the number of people we saw during the week we were there. It is like having your own private beach which was as nice as any we have encountered in our travels.
Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
peaceful island spot
Guest: chris&company
(Saskatchewan, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/01/08
Review Submitted: 02/13/08
We had a wonderful time at the Jasmine. The house was delightful and we had EVERYTHING we needed. As for spaciousness.....the Jasmine was plenty!! We had a full family and had lots of room. It was great sleeping. The outside shower was fantastic....it was the BEST thing to use because we could use the portable shower head to wash the sand off the kids....very convenient and kept the house clean. We could not get over the fact of having that amazing beach all to ourselves....WOW! We spent more to stay at the Jasmine, because we wanted more....and that's what we got. We expected lots, and we got lots! All in all, it was an amazing peaceful spot to have a vacation!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Jasmine for two
Guest: tica
(Miami)
Date of Stay: 12/01/07
Review Submitted: 01/08/08
The house is cute. Kitchen is well equiped. Partial ocean view. This house is better for a couple not a family with kids. Second bedroom very small and it has a pull out couch. Second bathroom does not work to well. House is located in a cul de sac close to two other houses. Overall athmosphere is relaxing. Better beaches are a short drive from the house. Bring your own drinking water! Honestly, you probably get more for your money in other houses in Eluthera. A "bit"overprice.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway
Thumbs Up
Guest: Mike B.
(Charlotte NY)
Date of Stay: 11/01/07
Review Submitted: 02/13/08
We LOVED our stay at Jasmine House. What a beautiful home!!! Jasmine was a happy surprise, even better in person, roomy, breezy and very comfortable. It was just perfect and had everything we needed. We were quite comfortable. We loved the back patios, the yard and the walk to the beach. We've been to St. John's before but the private estate beach is my alltime favorite. We hope to go back soon.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway
best vacation
Guest: NEwoman
(Newburyport, MA)
Date of Stay: 06/01/07
Review Submitted: 02/13/08
Jasmine is a lovely home. I found the house to be more than adequate and the decor inside really plays into the mood of vacationing. We did not find the rental overpriced and we really like the privacy of Jasmine and the access to Hut Beach/Banana Beach. We spent the first few days exploring and drove up and down the island but as the week progressed we decided that although it was fun to go beach hopping/exploring, Hut Beach/Banana Beach (as we came to learn was the name of the beach) was really one of our favorites, and there was no traveling necessary to get to it. The beach was one of the best on the island. We had breakfast every morning on the porch and you can see the water from the house. At night we sat out there and listened to the lizards and the birds and who knows what other wild life making noises outside. It was relaxing. I found the rear shower to be wonderful. We LOVED Jasmine Eleuthera is such a beautiful place and the way Jasmine is set up and decorated and it's access to the beach just play into the beauty of the island.
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Slice of heaven
Guest: Elizabeth D.
(Brookline, NH, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/01/07
Review Submitted: 02/18/08
We stayed at Jasmine for 10 days in May of 2007. We traveled with our daughter, who was 4 at the time. I have to say Jasmine was on of the most beautiful, well-kept, clean, and inviting rentals I have ever seen. Everything you could want was there, including beach paraphenalia (chairs, umbrella, snorkel equipment). The owner of the home has a wonderful artistic touch, and the attention to detail was amazing. We arrived to a spotless home, with fresh flowers accenting every nook and cranny. The large screen porch out front was one of our favorite places. You could hear and see the ocean, and watch the little birds in the flowering shrubs. Out back was an outdoor shower (which we used every day!), along with lounge chairs, a grill, and a seating area under a magnificent banyan tree. The owner was very easy to communicate with and will send you a comprehensive packet of info before you go. We found Eleuthera to be magical. The people were warm and helpful, the fresh seafood is delicious, and the beaches are spectacular. We rented a car and explored everyday. Our daughter loved beachcombing and dancing with the local kids at the fish fry. I would not hesitate to return to Eleuthera or to Jasmine.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.