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Charming, secluded, beachfront cottage
| Sleeps | 4 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 1,000 sq. ft. |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 7 nights |
Overview
1BR Beachfront Vacation Rental Double Bay, Bahamas
Privacy is yours! Our charming beachfront cottage is situated on six acres of undisturbed land near the end of a two-mile pink sand beach. It's perfect for couples seeking solitude or a special honeymoon. The house sits on a sand dune several hundred feet from the waters edge. The only thing between you and the beach are palm trees and a beautifully landscaped path cut through the coconut palms. The all-sand beach has a gradual slope to the water. Great swimming, beach combing, snorkeling and scuba diving are just steps from your back door. Our one bedroom cottage is brightly decorated with many furnishings handmade by local artisans. Rustic terra cotta tiles, a wooden ceiling, and ceiling fans add to the charm.In 2010 we renovated the kitchen, bathroom and exterior with all new windows and doors. Inside and out, this home provides the backdrop for a truly relaxing, tropical island experience!
About Leigh Ann
We are from the Chicago area and are a family of six. Tom and I grew up vacationing along the Gulf and Atlantic coast as children. We stayed on a private island in the British West Indies for two weeks after we were married and we fell in love with the natural beauty of the islands. Five years later we visited Eleuthera for the first time and feel in love with Double Bay beach, the island, and the wonderful people of Eleuthera. We bought our first property before we left!
Leigh Ann purchased this house in 1995
Why Leigh Ann chose Eleuthera
During our first trip we traveled the island from Harbor Island to Bannerman Town with never a thought to buy anything here. The first week we had discovered Double Bay and kept going back to 'our' beach. It was quiet, natural, seldom did we see another person on the beach, and we loved the sound of the waves crashing. The second week we found ourselves in the realtors office staring at a map of Double Bay with lots marked off for sale. By the time we left we had our first little piece of paradise! A year later we renovated the make-shift garage on the property to a house, and have been going down several times a year every year since.
What makes this house unique
Twenty-one years and 4 children later we still come to our favorite place on earth. In 1995 there were only 2 phones on all of Double Bay, no cell service, and internet was not even available on the island. If you were lucky you had a window air conditioner in the bedroom. Each year we would add something new to the house or property. In 2011 we finished a major house renovation with new windows and doors, a new kitchen, air conditioning throughout the house, and Wi-Fi. It's amazing to think about all the technology improvements in such a short time yet the island is still much the same as it was 20 years ago. The beach is as beautiful as ever, the island really does recover after a major hurricane or two, and the people of Eleuthera still welcome you like family. It's truly been a privilege having this piece of paradise, sharing it with people like you, and most importantly spending days and weeks playing in the sand.
Amenities
Governor's Harbour, The Bahamas House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- Guests provide their own meals
- Housekeeper Optional
- 1000 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 4
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Beach ...
- Beachfront ...
- Away From It All
- Romantic
- Activities Guide
- Air Conditioning ...
- Alarm Clock
- Basic Soaps
- Bottled Water
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Hair Dryer
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Laundry Soap
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Paper Towels
- Parking Off Street
- Split-System Air Conditioning
- Telephone
- Thermos Bottle
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- 4 Ring Stove
- Blender
- Coffee Grinder
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Grill
- Kitchen
- Lobster Pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining
- Dining Area
- seating for 7 people
- 1 Bathroom
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
shower
Bathroom 2 - outdoor shower
- 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4
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Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
,
1 sleep sofa /futon
- Our bedroom has air conditioning.
- Books
- Books for Adults
- Books for Kids
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Games
- Stereo
- Television
- Video Library
- Beach Chairs
- Beach Towels
- Deck / Patio
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Patio
- Small Cooler
- 6 garden chairs
- 2 beach chairs
- caves
- churches
- cinemas
- festivals
- library
- marina
- reefs
- restaurants
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- horseback riding
- photography
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- fishing
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- sound/bay fishing
- surf fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- tennis
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.9/5 -
(32 traveler reviews)
Amazing Destination
We just returned from our vacation at the Palms. We had such a fabulous time. We were on our honeymoon, and it was the perfect seclusion location for that. Full body tans can be guaranteed.
Dont tell too many people, But Double Bay is probably the second most beautiful beach overall in Eleuthera. We dont want the secret to get out, or else it will be much harder to skinny dip next time we go.
This property is well equipped and maintained fabulously.
You cant beat the airconditioned bedroom for those hot Bahama Days.
Dont look anywhere else, just pick this property, and set your mind at ease mon...
Another great trip to The Palms at Double Bay!
Our 3rd trip to The Palms. Always outstanding. The owner is very accommodating and the local representative, Anne Bethel, is very helpful and works hard to be sure your stay is enjoyable. Private, secluded, awesome. On the beach in front of the house every day and rarely saw more than 2 people a day on the entire 2 mile stretch of beach! Best beach on the island in our opinion.
We will be back next year!
Very nice property in a great location.
The Palms is a comfortable cottage. Double Bay beach is spectacular.
Fantastic spot- the house had everything we needed and the location, privacy, and beach were awesome
One of the best beaches we've seen -
Quiet, and could walk for miles and not see a soul.
Perfect Beach Cottage for Relaxing and Enjoying Life
The words here will not do justice to the vacation we enjoyed at Double Bay. We've never had a more relaxing vacation than our 7 days on Eleuthera. The home is perfectly appointed - Leigh Ann has provided everything you'll need to enjoy yourself. During our stay, we saw a total of 6 people on the beach. We had it to ourselves nearly every day. The sand is gorgeous! We body surfed and relaxed on the beach, enjoying the amazing weather. The house comes with all the beach towels, beach chairs and umbrellas you and your family could need. The house was situated perfectly near the beach, just a short walk away. We could hear the waves every evening as we sat on the porch and stargazed, but passersby couldn't see you thanks to the palm trees and other vegetation. The outdoor shower was great for rinsing off all the sand.
After arriving, we stopped by the Eleuthera Supply in Governor's Harbour to pick up groceries. I was pleasantly surprised with everything the store carried. We were able to get everything we needed, with the exception of fresh bread. The prices were somewhat higher than we pay at home, but not nearly as bad as what we had anticipated. There are also other, newer grocery stores in other towns. We ate breakfast at the house each day then set out for the adventure of the day. Everyone on the island is helpful - we stopped and asked random people for directions for certain beaches and they were happy to point the way.
We both scuba dive, so we drove to Cape Eleuthera and did several dives with Darryl Miller. We highly recommend him!! We stopped in every community on the island. Two nights we picked up lobsters and fresh grouper at the docks in Tarpum Bay and grilled those at the house. Everything we needed was there, spices, grill and utensils. The lobsters were amazing and so inexpensive!
We ate at several local restaurants on different beaches. Wild Orchid in Rock Sound was our favorite, but all of the restaurants were great! We also discovered a little deli near Tippy's that had fresh bread, pastries, good wine and imported cheese. We were never able to go to the nearby farm for veggies or fresh bread, though we tried a few times. We also went to the Friday night fish fry and had great time!! We met so many people that evening and the food and Rum Bubba drinks were fantastic. We rented a car from Stanton. We had a few problems, but they were quickly remedied. The BEST vacation we've had. Stop wondering and book it!!
Another wonderful stay at this lovely cottage
This was our third time staying at the Palms and hopefully not our last. So secluded yet so close to the beach. We love walking along the little sand path lined with palms and ferns to get to the ocean from the house. It's like being on your own lush tropical island. The house is well maintained and clean. The owners obviously take pride in it and keep it updated and well stocked with towels, beach chairs, etc. We were glad for the new air conditioner in the living room/kitchen area in addition to the bedroom unit as it was very warm and humid with little breeze during much of our stay. Wifi is another nice addition since our last visit. It's a bit sketchy but that is to be expected on the island. The outdoor shower is great as always ...didn't use the indoor one at all!
Double Bay is a beautiful pink sand Eleuthera beach, yet most days we had it all to ourselves. The Island Farm is a few minutes drive away - be sure to go Tues and Fri am for fresh baked bread and cinnamon buns. (yum!)
Thank you Leigh Ann and Tom for sharing your little oasis with us!
Map
Double Bay is a two mile pink sand beach centrally located south of Palmetto Point in the middle of Eleuthera on the Atlantic ocean. This private area has both a beautiful beach and excellent reefs. Our home is situated on 6 acres of natural beach frontage. Many guests return to our home each year for the privacy it provides. For those that like to explore, nearly any road you take from the main highway leads to paradise. Local communities offer dining options, grocery stores, banks and shops making it possible to obtain nearly everything you'll need for your stay. Snorkeling, diving and fishing guides are also available on the island. From the Pineapple to the Conch Festival, communities up and down the island host a variety of events throughout the year. These are always a favorite of our guests. For those seeking a little more action, Harbor Island is a short drive and ferry ride away.
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Rates & Availability
Governor's Harbour, The Bahamas House Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
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Summer/Fall
Jun 1 2017 -
Nov 30 2017
7 night minimum stay
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$1,400
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Winter/Spring
Dec 1 2017 -
Apr 30 2018
7 night minimum stay
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$1,650
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My Standard Rate
7 night minimum stay
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Additional information about rental rates
$1400.00 - $1600.00/week.
We require a $50 non-refundable booking fee. All rental fees are due 60 days prior to your rental. Up until 60 days prior to your rental, any monies paid towards the rental fee are refundable. After that time, cancellations may be re-booked within a year. We accept personal checks, cashier's checks or credit cards in USD only.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Available
- Unavailable
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