Paradise Island (WZY-Paradise Island Seaplane Base)
15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Luxury Home with Pool on 2 Acres of Virgin Land
Marathon offers visitors to the region a comfortable and private refuge from which to explore the magic and glory of mother nature in all its beauty and complexity. We have 13 different varieties of palm trees.
Surrounded with lush tropical gardens, Marathon apartment has two deluxe rooms. All rooms feature hot water, ceiling fans, hand crafted decor in addition to air conditioning.
Scuba diving, sport fishing, dolphin tours, horseback riding and fine dining.
Gardenia apartment is a beautiful private hilltop home with a roomy kitchen and breezy sitting areas in a secluded quiet garden. Featuring triple sized cascading koi fish ponds. Large swimming pool. Beaches within one mile.
Property manager
Barbara Pyfrom or Barbara Miller
Languages
English
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No damage to area and furniture. Care for existing artifacts. Quiet hours between 9pm and 8am. Be mindful of house dog when parking.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Nassau
Nassau is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cabbage Beach and Cable Beach. Garden of Remembrance and Aquaventure are also worth visiting.
Port New Providence Waterway - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Yamacraw Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
National Art Gallery of the Bahamas - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
Junkanoo Beach - 14 min drive - 12.6 km
Ocean Club Golf Course - 19 min drive - 11.4 km
Getting around
Nassau (NAS-Lynden Pindling Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Latitudes - 7 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 5 min drive
Wendy’s - 3 min drive
Wendy’s - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Luxury Home with Pool on 2 Acres of Virgin Land have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Luxury Home with Pool on 2 Acres of Virgin Land pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Home with Pool on 2 Acres of Virgin Land?
Check-in begins at noon.
What time is check-out at Luxury Home with Pool on 2 Acres of Virgin Land?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Home with Pool on 2 Acres of Virgin Land located?
Situated in Nassau, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lucayan Archipelago, Blackbeard's Tower and Yamacraw Beach. Port New Providence Waterway and St. Augustine's Monastery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Alice M.
29 Dec 2017
Recent visit to beautiful place
My husband, my sister, and I enjoyed our stay at the Gardenia apartment recently. We enjoy cooking and made many excellent meals in the kitchen while we were there.
As previous reviews note, the gardens are lush and wonderful. Despite relatively cool weather, I did have one swim in the lovely pool.
The resident dogs are friendly and sweet – my husband enjoyed being around them and giving them treats. Bobbi and Twiggy are charming hosts who provided information about the area that one does not find in an ordinary guidebook.
The beds are comfortable and the art work in the apartment is fascinating, furnishings are as pictured. Because we are a ‘readerly’ family, we would have appreciated more or stronger lighting inside, but we did just fine!
Alice M.
6/10 Okay
Christopher S.
12 Feb 2018
Great potential, not realized
This review may feel a little bipolar but there are things to enjoy at this property and things that need some attention.
The owner and her daughter, both Barbaras, are charming and very helpful in getting you set in the quarters and giving you suggestions on activities and places to visit. The property was landscaped very well by a very critical eye - it is beautiful. The location is great; very close to the main roads in and out of town.
Conversely, if you're looking for privacy, there isn't much since this rental is a wing of the house, not its own building. The owners are frequently wandering around outside your windows, as are maintnenance people; the 4 dogs on the property bark at all hours. The property is storm damaged; there are tarps covering the roof over the rental; you can clearly see outside through the ceiling in the queen size bedroom. Water was unavailable for most of the second and third day of our stay. The pool needed to be cleaned; the pump didn't ever seem to be on. It isn't 1200 sq. ft. unless you count the breezeway. There is no true dining space, TV is in the kitchen. The grill was inaccessible since that area was fenced off and had a huge pile of lumber from a collapsed structure.
The property description needs to be updated to clear up any indication that this rental is private; the storm damage needs to be fixed. Once these two things are complete, I believe this property will fill the needs of travellers looking for this type of accomodation.
Christopher S.
8/10 Good
Cristian G.
8 Feb 2018
Very neat and clean island home
We stayed at the home for 5 nights in early January, unfortunately the weather did not cooperate with our stay so we had a little more time at the house than we initially planned. The house is in a great location for access to downtown Nassau (10-15 minute drive), and about 5 minutes from grocery, pharmacy and most other needs. The hosts were very welcoming and willing to accomodate anything we needed. The only issues we had were spotty internet service which I believe was a problem that was resolved shortly after we left and a couple early wake up calls from the dogs on the property. (I would not recommend if you are not a dog person). Other than that, we enjoyed the visit and would recommend the home to others. The photos online are very accurate as to the property, so no surprises as can be the case with rentals.
Cristian G.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Shanel O., Brooklyn, NY
22 Jun 2017
Beautiful Bahamian bungalow!
Nestled in a tranquil, upscale gated community, the accommodations are stunning and far more breathtaking than pictures could capture. The two-bedroom gardenia apartment was perfectly peaceful with all the amenities you'd need for a sweet stint in paradise. Our favorite part was the pool/patio and surrounding property with its postcard-worthy-views and lush, palm-studded landscape. Barbara was a very sweet and accommodating host! She was happy to provide us with everything we needed to ensure a pleasant stay. If you're looking for a relaxing vacay in a beautifully secluded bungalow, I would highly recommend booking with Barbara!
Shanel O.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Julia K.
4 May 2017
Very nice and friendly home. Beautiful property.
This was a lovely place to stay. It was very comfortable and the owners were very friendly and accommodating.
Julia K.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
henry h.
2 May 2017
We
We found our accommodation very comfortable. It is situated in a beautifully landscaped garden. The house has every thing that's required. A pleasant 20 minute walk took us to the shopping centre and local bus. Our hosts could not have been more helpful.
henry h.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jean D., ------------
18 Mar 2017
My special place to stay in Nassau!
I visited there last January. It was great to get away from the cold here . Bobbie and Twiggy are great Hostesses(with the mostesses)! If you love plants etc they have a very Rustic, Beautiful , Grand Garden. The quarters are safe,comfortable, clean and relaxing. They have pets, so not sure if they allow pets. I think you need transportation but check that out also. It is not on the ocean, but close by. They will make recommendations where to eat, shopping, things to do. I recommend it in a heart beat! Jean Dorr
Jean D.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Patrick B.
16 Mar 2017
Artsy Island Getaway
Really enjoyed our time in this cute, clean and comfortable island getaway. Incredible artwork, gardens, big spacious rooms, and very peaceful. Well away from all the congestion and noise of Nassau but convenient to unknown beaches. Truly a real Island experience. Will return!
Patrick B.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Joanne R.
10 Apr 2016
Island Charm in a Private Setting
What a wonderful place to stay! It's within a short drive of everything you need to enjoy a taste of the real Bahamas! Idyllic gardens full of lush, beautiful natural flora - with a host of birds flitting among the trees. A bohemian oasis - making for a fantastic change from the impersonal, commercial hotels. We will return again!
Joanne R.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
9 Apr 2016
Island hideway
Wow – this place is so cool. It's a mansion on top of the hill with a view of the sea from the very top. It's well away from the hustle bustle of all the tourists and everything in Nassau. Great getaway. Very peaceful – beautiful gardens – very artsy. Definitely recommend it.