Historic Sea Captain's House, Walk to Town, Beach | House in Governors Harbour
4 Bedroom House in Governor's Harbour, Governors Harbour
LOVINGLY RESTORED SEA CAPTAIN'S HOUSE IN FRIENDLY, HISTORIC GOVERNOR'S HARBOUR
A white picket fence and palm trees welcome you to this elegant 19th century home, nestled on a quiet street among other colonial houses in historic Governor's Harbour, the original capital of the Bahamas.
Built by Captain John Bethel of 'Sloop John B' fame, Tamarind is an airy, four-bedroom home that sleeps up to eight guests in comfort. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast table, as well as a separate dining room. Also downstairs is a front parlour and an office space with a desk and computer screen you may use with your laptop computer.
Tamarind has one bedroom downstairs with a king bed and adjoining bathroom. Upstairs there are three more bedrooms, one with a king bed, and two additional bedrooms with two twin beds each, as well as a full bathroom.
You will enjoy the wrap-around veranda at the front of the house and private back patio, complete with an outdoor dining table, gas BBQ, lounge chair for sunning, and private outdoor shower that we prefer to use when returning from the beach.
Tamarind is decorated with country antiques, seagrass mats, ceiling fans and tasteful art. Its spacious garden is filled with tropical flowering plants and fruit trees. Our family has made every effort to maintain the charming grace of this historic home.
From Tamarind you are just a few steps from the town center and the sleepy harbour, with its lovely cove beaches and boats at anchor. You are also a ten-minute walk or short drive to one of the Caribbean's most spectacular beaches – a one and-a-half mile crescent of pink powder sand, protected by a live barrier reef, with innumerable shades of turquoise, green and blue water stretching to the horizon.
Amenities include parking at the back of the house, Wi-Fi, smart TV, and a Pack 'n Play for our young guests.
All four bedrooms have portable AC units in addition to ceiling fans. PLEASE NOTE that, during extremely warm periods, these AC units may not cool the bedrooms of this historic home to temperatures a typical modern traveler may expect. Heat-sensitive guests interested in this rental for late July or August, the hottest time of the year, should consider this.
THE TOWN AND THE ISLAND
Governor's Harbour is a small, peaceful town on the Family Island of Eleuthera, offering a collection of distinctive colonial homes, historic churches, and colorful Bahamian buildings. The natural beauty of Eleuthera is only exceeded by the grace and warmth of its people, a primary reason vacationing couples and families return again and again to this island community.
You will find all the services you need in town, including grocery stores, gift shops, post office, library, bank, gas stations, dive shop, liquor stores and bakeries. There are also several good local restaurants to choose from, and a few colorful local bars.
Regular weekly events in town include live music at the restaurants, a fish fry most Friday nights on one of the harbour's beaches, and a Saturday morning arts and crafts program for children at the historic Haynes Library. Most of these amenities are within easy walking distance from Tamarind.
The island of Eleuthera is 110 miles long and an average of only two miles wide. Governor's Harbour is located in the middle of Eleuthera, making day excursions easy. The entire island is ringed by world-class beaches that are never crowded, and some of which you will have all to yourself.
There are many interesting settlements up and down the island. In addition, you will be able to enjoy fabulous fishing (deep sea, reef and bone fishing), snorkeling and SCUBA diving.
Rates are on a sliding scale based on the number of guests. We set the rates this way to make the property more affordable for smaller groups who use less utilities and put less wear and tear on the house. If you enter the correct number of guests, the reservation system will calculate the rates correctly.
This 4 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Wellness Facilities, TV, Guest Services, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 4 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Governor's Harbour. Enjoy your stay in Governor's Harbour at this House.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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2 bathrooms
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Bathtub or shower
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Hair dryer
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Living room
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Microwave
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Coffee/tea maker
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Stovetop
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Toaster
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Oven
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Laundry facilities
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Kayaking nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Scuba diving nearby
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Windsurfing nearby
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Surfing/body boarding nearby
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Sailing nearby
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Snorkeling nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Cave exploring nearby
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Games
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DVD player
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Smart TV
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Books
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Stereo
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English
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Near the bay
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Balcony
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Reviews
FAQ's
Is this Governor's Harbour house pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Governor's Harbour house have a swimming pool?
No, this Governor's Harbour house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Governor's Harbour house?
Best-rates for the Governor's Harbour house starts from $252 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Parking, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Internet, Kitchen, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, TV, Guest Services, Laundry, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly With all other amenities. Float Homes offers a wide range of floating homes, houseboats, and water chalets, ensuring each traveler finds their ideal water escape, whether planning a water getaway, a family vacation, or a pet-friendly retreat with the whole group.
Is Governor's Harbour house a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Governor's Harbour house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Governor's Harbour house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Governor's Harbour house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Governor's Harbour house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Governor's Harbour house?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Governor's Harbour house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
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