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Bird of paradise, purple papaya

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A beachside pool area with two blue lounge chairs and a palm tree.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a window with a view of the beach.
A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A beachfront property with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered patio area.
A beachfront property with a pool, palm trees, and a house with a balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Perched along the water, this cottage features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, accommodating 2 guests. It offers beach views and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in nearby snorkeling, birdwatching, and motorboating adventures. Explore attractions like OceanView Farm and Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve in this rural village setting.

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation

    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Governors Harbour, Eleuthera, Central Eleuthera
  • Place, Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Eleuthera Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Queens Bath
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Governor's Harbour (GHB)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bird of paradise, purple papaya

"Bird of Paradise Beachfront Cottages" are "a new way to vacation", bringing all the amenities of home to your own private beachfront oasis. Enjoy sleeping on a king size bed and lifting your head up to see pristine ocean staring back at you. Save and cook your own meals in our fully stocked kitchen including electric range, numerous utensils, and cookware. You can even choose where to bath, either inside or alfresco in the ocean side shower. Cool off and Take a dip in the custom made infinity edge pool over looking the beach. If you've had to much sun and the air conditioning is more your speed feel free to lounge on the couch and watch some TV on our flat screen. Staying at Purple Papaya means you enjoy panoramic views of the turquoise blue Atlantic Ocean and tinted pink sand beach by day and outrageous sunsets and star gazing by night.

**Keep in mind that our neighbors Tippy's close for a period of time in September and October. Please call them for details. Tippy's is also next door to our Purple Papaya cottage, therefore you may hear some island vibes and tunes while outside, (this is of course out of our control).**

**Please also keep in mind that Eleuthera is a secluded island, therefore at times the island may shut off the water, as well as internet or electricity. Water pressure can be low as well, but this is all due to being on a secluded island, so please be patient with us. Any of this issues will not result in the guest getting compensated since this is out of our control**

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1147184vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Governor's Harbour

Located in Governor's Harbour, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Central Eleuthera Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to James Cistern Dock. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Governors Harbour, Eleuthera, Central Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Central Eleuthera Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Queens Bath - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Ten Bay Beach - 19 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪1648 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pascal’s - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Fig Tree - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Bird of paradise, purple papaya have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Bird of paradise, purple papaya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bird of paradise, purple papaya?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bird of paradise, purple papaya?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bird of paradise, purple papaya?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bird of paradise, purple papaya located?

Nestled on the beach, this Governor's Harbour cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Central Eleuthera Beach. Queens Bath is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing! The kitchen had everything we needed, the beach/pool view was incredible and I can't wait to go back again. Honestly, I don't know how the owner can share, I would live there year-round.
Beach is soft pink sand and clean!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and the host was extremely helpful and accommodating!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Purple Papaya is wonderful!

Our second visit! Sweet little cottage in a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, beautiful, relaxing

Long walkswith relaxation and beautiful views. No crowds only time well spent with the one you choose to go on vacation with.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous but too remote and with very limited options

The views, the beach are amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2024
Thank you for reviewing our property. We make it very clear to note on our listing, policy, website, and welcome e mail how Eleuthera is as a secluded island, that it is a remote area. Therefore, we think your review of 3 stars is unfair since we are beyond transparent with how remote the island is. I wish you reached out to us prior to booking with any questions you may have had. Given it being remote that is not our issue as it is an island issue and really is not a fair rating. Personally, the seclusion of the island is beautiful, and untouchable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun get away for a couple

We had a great time. It's a cozy house right on the beach. Tremendous location and the house had everything we needed. Easy to find and communication with owner was excellent. We would come back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chic paradise

Amazing property and wonderful service.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much Jenn for your kind review!! We truly appreciate it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay/location and communication

The location can't be beat and the home is even better than the postings. Great communication and service with the management and staff. Will look forward to going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2022
Thank you so much Ashely! We truly appreciate it!! So glad you had a great stay!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Paradise

The property was exactly as described and extremely comfortable. My wife and I stayed for 8 nights and had a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We explored the entire island, but the beach and snorkeling right off of the property were some of the best that we found. We would love to stay here again someday!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bahamas gettaway

We enjoyed every minute of our stay at the Purple Papaya. The cottage was super clean and well stocked. The views were phenomenal! We walked the beach every day. We enjoyed Tippys, for lunch and dinner. We could hear the music from our back porch, while enjoying the pool . Would definitely recommend staying at Purple Papaya.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

best location and beach

fabulas
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you Ron for the kind review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location is top notch

We loved our stay at the Purple Papaya. The location, steps from the beach, is unmatched. Having Tippy’s nearby is a plus for easy access to food, and the music wasn’t an issue for us. The kitchen was nicely appointed with seasonings and utensils for us to prepare our own meals. Loved waking up to the sunrise over the ocran
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

We couldn't believe how amazing our stay was at the Purple Papaya. The location was perfect, the property was perfect, and the property manager was great. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2022
Thank you so much for a great review James!! We appreciate it!!! We can't wait to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a couple!

Purple Papaya was perfect! The location is perfect in so many ways…..directly on the beach, centrally located on the island and next door to Tippy’s! It is extremely clean, well maintained (mostly) quaint but does not feel small. If it had a washer and dryer, it would be perfection! The views are stunning! The pool is definitely a bonus! So great to have a dip after a day in the sun and sand. You will love it!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Property was clean and ease of use for the amenities. Relaxing and great location to many sites. Driveway access was sometimes a challenge (view obstructions).
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven on earth!

Purple Papaya is ideal for anyone looking for a place for true rest and relaxation. Great host and the location can’t be beat. It sits on a the most gorgeous beach, easy drive to Governors Harbor, and adjacent to Tippy’s restaurant. The house is as advertised: clean, neat, and modern – with a priceless view. I highly recommend the house and host!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Purple Papaya is an amazing house with a gorgeous view. It had everything we needed for a few nights in Paradise. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing place, the pics don't do the view justice! The house is also in a great location, easy access to Gov. Harbour, other beautiful beaches. Host was very responsive. We did a quick load of laundry at the laundromat in GH while getting coffee nearby which made it easy. Cooked at the house some, it had what we needed. We will be back to Purple Papaya!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

My wife and I had an awesome time! If you are looking to relax in a paradise setting, leaving the pressures of the world behind for a time…this is it! The owners were fantastic and accommodating to work with, and Tarictia was genuinely considerate in making our stay a success!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2022
Thank you so much Arthur for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn’t be better

The property is exactly as described and pictured. The location is about as good as it can be - you’re directly on one of the best beaches on the island. Definitely get an SUV from Tericita - extremely helpful and rates are good. Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2022
Thank you so much Stan!!! We appreciate your great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Absolute Best Experience of My Life!!

Purple Papaya checked off all of our boxes. It was clean, with a pool, and the view, my God, the view. Everyday we walked on the beach, got in the ocean, got in the pool only to take another walk during the sunset. Watching the sunrise was life changing!! Only God could create something so beautiful and Purple Papaya provided that for us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heavenly

If you enjoy privacy and having your own slice of heaven this is the PREFECT place! It’s well kept, clean, and comfortable. Owner was helpful and easy to deal with. There are beach chairs, towels and snorkel equipment which made things super easy. We grabbed some groceries in town and spent the next six days reading and relaxing. Truly a perfect vacation. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for such a great review of your stay with us! You are so right it truly is heaven! We hope you choose to stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stacy

This is a gorgeous place. I think that Heaven will be very much like waking up to see those beautiful sparkling blue waves crashing into the white sand just outside our glass doors. I wish I could take that amazing view home with me! The power went out on the island several times but the Purple Papaya has a back up generator, so that was not a problem. The location is great. Good food right next door at Tippy’s(but slow service). Governor’s Harbour has shopping and restaurants too. We enjoyed several sunsets at the French Leave restaurant. Pascal’s restaurant is also a great choice! Over all this is an exceptional place to relax and unwind and spend a few days on “island time” I have been wanting to come here for 5 years and I’m so happy we finally made it. It was worth the wait!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best beach in Eleuthera

We can’t say enough about how wonderful our stay was at the Purple Papaya! This house is ON THE BEACH. It could not possibly be any closer. Every morning and night we could sit in bed and just watch the ocean. Heaven. House was spotless. Right next to the best bar/restaurant on the island - Tippy’s. We ate there every day. Loved it. If we would have had more people I would have wanted an oven and washer/dryer but it was just the two of us so perfect for a 5 day getaway. The property manager, Tarictia, was amazing! Picked us up and dropped us off at the airport. She owns SUV by the sea and we rented a vehicle from her during our stay. Loved her, loved the house, highly highly recommend. Thank you Bird of Paradise! We will definitely be back!:)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2022
Thank you so much Kristen! We truly appreciate your honest and kind review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adventure and relaxation

Went to Eleuthera with my wife for our 21st Anniversary. Great communication with the property from the very beginning. We rented a car from Tarictia and that is definitely the way to go. She was waiting at the airport for us when we landed. It’s about an hour drive to the residence from the N. Eleuthera airport. Tarictia will tell you all about the island on the way there. It’s hard to believe but the accommodation was actually more magnificent than the pictures. We soon realized that this is one of those places that the camera can’t actually capture the beauty of what it’s looking at. Just an FYI that the pool is not heated. Not a big deal, but would be nice for sure in the winter months. Property was clean and well kept. Only thing the kitchen was lacking was an oven. Which we didn’t need as we only used it for breakfast and lunch. We ate at restaurants for dinner, which I recommend. 1648 was our favorite, followed by Tippy’s and Buccaneer club. All of them are good but expensive. The only thing I could possibly say was that at one point the water pressure didn’t work and therefore the toilet wouldn’t flush. I told Tarictia and it was fixed quickly while we were out to dinner. It never happened again. We are already planning our next stay here. Can’t wait to come back and enjoy the beautiful beaches and people of the Bahamas.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2022
Thank you so much John for your great review! We truly appreciate it! And totally agree the pictures do not do it justice, and Tarictia is just amazing!! We hope you come back soon!

About the host

Hosted by Bird of Paradise Beachfront Cottages

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We are a family run operation of hospitality professionals.

Why they chose this property

We purchased the land where Bird of Paradise Beachfront Cottages now stand in 2004 on a complete whim with aspirations to eventually build. It wasn't until 2016 when we finally broke ground on three cottages that now sit facing the Atlantic Ocean just south of Tippys. Eleuthera is a special place to us that has always served as a location to simply getaway from it all.

What makes this property unique

We have traveled all over the globe and believe the beaches of Eleuthera far surpass anything we have ever seen.

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