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Reviews of Surrender to your tropical impulse

Surrender to your tropical impulse
North Palmetto Point, Eleuthera

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9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 43 reviews" "
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10/10 Excellent

Jillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The private beach is second to none!
We had a great stay at Tropical Impulse! We used the well appointed kitchen to eat-in a few times, and were thrilled to have some beach chairs and toys to use for our stay. The beds were comfortable. The house is generally clean and comfortable but could use some updates. The private beach makes up for any deficiencies the house may have had. It is absolutely gorgeous, clean, and so private. We could not have asked for a better beach just steps from the house. The location of the property was also great, centrally located on the island and close to Governor’s Harbor. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
I absolutely loved Tropical Impulse and can't wait to visit Eleuthera again. The island is one of a kind. The property was pretty much as stated. I didn't realize you had to go outside to get to bottom room but that was ok. I probably just missed it in the property description. I emailed owner and property manager before my visit to inquire about water supply and didn't get an answer. Basically you just buy refillable water bottle from the grocery store. Very easy to do. The WiFi only worked part of the time. I notified property manager but it wasn't fixed. Probably due to island resources but an answer from management would have been nice. The power went out several times but the generator worked well. The property was nice and the beach was wonderful. Kitchen was nicely supplied. If you need to communicate back to states just add international plan on phone for a few days because the cell service is pretty good at Tropical Impulse. Beach towels were provided as well as washer and dryer. There is no hot tub as listed in property description on VRBO but who needs one in Eleuthera. I would highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Cynthia S., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location but no power/water for 4 days and no ocean view.
We love this location but we were without power and running water for 4 days. We rented this home specifically because it has a generator only to be told, when the power first went out, that the generator was broken. If we had known the generator was not working, we would have tried to book another place because power on the island is always going off, especially when there are storms. Being without power, AC, running water, flushable toilets for 4 days was horrible. Also, the pictures of the ocean view on the listing are really, really old. There is no view of the ocean from the home or the deck. The palm trees are overgrown and block the entire view. We didn’t use the downstairs apartment because my kids didn’t like that it smelled really musty and damp so we all stayed upstairs. We love Eleuthera and will be back again but will not stay at this house.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2023
Quite unfair to criticize our home when a bad lightning storm struck and knocked out our generator and house appliances. During this time there were many intermittant power outages in the village, but never for as long as the guest states. Bahamas Electric stated there was no way the electricity was off for 4 days. The downstairs suite is fine with power to run a/c, ceiling fan, and de-humidifier when needed. These are all short term problems due to electric storm . We were willing to grant a refund but this review came right away. We always look forward to working with our guests and maintaining the house the best we can. Ken

8/10 Good

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tropical Impulse Found
Overall we very much enjoyed our stay at Tropical Impulse. Power on the island is very questionable so we were extremely pleased to find out that the house had a backup generator that came on automatically. It ran 2 and 3 times every day so it was a wonderful thing to have - I feel your listing would be wise to mention the generator. The listing needs to be updated to show the view as of today instead of several years ago. There are many trees that have now grown up to where the view from the living room and deck isn't anything like the listing shows. For us, we'd prefer to see several of those trees removed for getting a better breeze and an actual clear view of the ocean before we'd book this house again. Something else that should be confirmed before renting the house out is that there is enough propane in the tanks for the stove for guests to cook with. We ate out a lot but also purchased fresh fish and other food to cook a few meals. We ran out of propane in the middle of cooking one meal and the tanks never did get refilled for the remainder of our stay so we missed out completely on the food we purchased to make the meal for our last night on the island. I understood from the property manager that the house had been struck by lightning just a few weeks prior to our stay but I believe it was my group who figured out the hard way that the dish washer wasn't working properly. Not a big deal to hand wash some dishes but was disappointing to discover as we did
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Gettway
Tropical Impulse was a great first experience for my three children.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emiley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
We stayed at tropical impulse for a week. Check in was hassle free and the host even called us the day after check In to make sure everything was okay. Each room had an air conditioning unit which kept the house nice and cool despite the heat of the tropics. They had beach chairs and a kayak available for use. The patio was perfect for watching stars. My only gripe is the mosquitos and small gnats. We got picked apart by bugs anytime we went outside. I would recommend bringing bug spray along with your sunscreen. They provided a list of places to eat and stores to get groceries. I would highly recommend going to Island farm for their homemade bread and cinnamon rolls.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Enjoyed Tropical Impulse. The location was absolutely beautiful. The weather was perfect (mid April). Bring bug spray. We had some and applying it in morning and late afternoon made the bugs a non-issue. The coral was nice and easy to snorkel around. We booked a snorkel adventure in Turtle bay and honestly the snorkeling right off the beach of this property was better than our paid for trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zac J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family
Only stayed upstairs so I cannot comment on the lower unit. The upstairs was great for our needs. Tropical Impulse does show up on google maps, makes getting there a breeze. Owner and caretaker were both quick to respond to questions. Currently has a cat that visits everyday. Beach was great and snorkling around the rocks was highlight of any given day.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
My family of four plus another adult came here for a week and we wish we had booked it for longer. The location is amazing, mid island with close proximity to the Island Farm for produce as well as Ten Bay and Paw Paw beach which are on the Caribbean side - great for sunsets. These two beaches were also very shallow especially at low tide which was great for the kids (ages 6 and 3). The beach directly in front of the house was absolutely unbelievable as well with soft sand tranquil blue waters and great snorkeling (a giant ray came through on our last day!). We spent most of our time on the private beach from sunrise to sunset coming back to the house only to nap the youngest kiddo and to cook meals in the well appointed kitchen. The location is very safe and private. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. There was a review about the downstair bedroom being musty - we noticed this went away simply by running the ?dehumidifier for a few hours and opening up the window. The third adult in our party stayed there the whole time without issue. I'll miss falling asleep and waking up to the sound of the ocean. This really is a special place and we hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break
We are looking forward to returning
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location and place
Great place and awesome response from owner and caretaker when needed. Location superb for our needs. Loved Hendricks with fresh fish sale at the property.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas
We had a very relaxing vacation with a stunning view
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mona P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
The house was well equipped with everything we needed for a lovely vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Perfect. For those who enjoy the art of doing nothing. Much needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location can’t be beat
We had such an amazing time in Eleuthera and were so happy with the home. It had amazing views and the very beach was spectacular and very private. We are able to rest and had ample space for our family of five. The communication with Kenneth was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia J., Buenos Aires, Argentina

Liked: Cleanliness
WOW!!!
We spent 3 weeks in T.I. and it was a beautiful experience from the first minute. Kenn, the owner, has been very attentive in answering all our questions promptly, making the process stress free. The house exceeded our high expectations! It has everything and more. Being only 2 people we used 1 bedroom with a very comfortable bed and a full and comfortable bathroom as well. The kitchen is very practical with utensils of all kinds, large refrigerator and gas stove. The other 2 bedrooms are very spacious with their own bathrooms as well. The living room has a mesmerizing view of the sea! And a comfortable dining room for 6 people...living, kitchen and dining room in open concept. Outside: table, chairs and deck chairs on a large terrace always with sun. And the path that leads to the beach is beautiful. An outdoor shower is appreciated! The caretaker Calvin is always available. We didn't need him as we had no problems with the house. The BEST experience in ELH. We will be back as soon as we can. Thanks for sharing your slice of paradise with us, Kenn. Hugs from Buenos Aires. O&A
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra J., Toronto Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
It's all about the location and the best (and semi-private) beach on Eleuthera! We stayed at the villa for 12 days and would start every day with a walk on a beautiful beach just steps from the house with gorgeous sunrise views. It got to a point that for some days we'd not go anywhere else as the beach was also great for swimming, snorkelling and collecting colourful sea glass. The house is spacious and has all the needed amenities including bbq, a well equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a laundry/dryer. Yes, it may be a little dated but it's Bahamas and you don't go to Eleuthera for luxurious villas but for the authentic experience and the weather and we got more than expected. Thank you!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Todd W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly Tropical
Tropical impulse property is in a wonderful location. The view from the patio and access in back of house to nearly private beach was top notch. Very close to Governors Harbour for all your needs (restaurants, shopping etc.). Situated in middle of the island for quick trip north or south to historical sites and many other amazing beaches. We have visited Andros and Exuma in the Bahamas, also wonderful places but Eleuthra checks all the boxes for us. Quick access to island with major airline, beautiful beaches, amazing water and sea life and the people of the Bahamas are incredibly friendly and accommodating. The location of the home, grounds and main floor are great. We had planned on using the downstairs living area and bedroom, as we had three adults and two children with us. Due to the musty smell in downstairs area, no one was comfortable with sleeping down there. We certainly made it work with couch in living room as extra bed. I understand the humidity situation from being on the beach in a tropical island, but some attention to this situation would certainly make this home a top place to visit. All of those related to house (owner, supervisor and housekeeper) answered questions and responded as needed. Beautiful place on a beautiful island, just might need a little TLC.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Scott C., Austin, TX

Great Beach and Location
Our family of 4 (all adults) vacationed at this property December 2021. The highlight of this property is it's location and proximity to a great beach. About the beach. There are numerous coral boulders and reefs just 30 -100 yards offshore and provide excellent snorkeling. Be aware that there are some partially exposed rocks just under the surface of the water immediately in front of the path. I got a couple scrapes on my protected feet and legs. Your best option for entering the water is about 100ft down the beach to the left, about even with the second small palm tree. A word about Sand Fleas, or aka the "No-See-Um's" They are for real!!! We were given some advice by a fellow veteran Bahamas vacationer to wear bug repellent or Avon's Skin So Soft early in the morning or near sunset if we were going to be on the beach. It turns out the Sand Fleas don't know how to tell time. Our first beach day we had our chairs just above the high tide line and I got eaten up (fortunately the only one out of our family). Being from Texas and having had many unfortunate run-ins with fire ants, I am used to keeping an eye on my feet and I saw and felt nothing. It wasn't until that evening when the bites started to swell and itch that I determined I had received about 70 bites (not a typo) to my feet, calves, back, arms and up to my neck. Symptoms very similar to fire ants and it was truly miserable. If this happened to your young children it would be a vacation show stopper. I recommend you do some research on Sand Fleas before you travel just so you're aware and also bring some cortisone for bug bites as they will happen. The Property: In decent shape. Some issues with remote controls for the AC's. 3rd bdrm (downstairs) smelled musty. We wished the beds were more comfortable. Dining out. Dinner time is early (winter?) but really no problem. Dining and groceries are expensive - at least double you're used to in the USA. Best Restaurants: Tippy's was by far our favorite place We also enjoyed The Buccaneer Club and Bougainvillea's. Sunset Inn - food was decent. Sunset was excellent but be warned, the mosquitos come out in swarms right after the sun goes down and they are hungry! Best bet is to eat inside. They are cash only. Avoid - 3 J's. We had a bad intestinal experience afterward :-( Shopping: Maillards close but very limited. Best bets are Burrow's, Eleuthera Supply (Cash Only)
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach
Just used the two main floor bedrooms. Nicely arranged and kitchen set up was good. Couldn’t find beach chairs, but emailed and caretaker brought some right over. December is the perfect time to visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Ndidi A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay
The house is a little hard to find but the proprietor at Lakia's Mart (about 2 miles away) knew exactly where it was and was very helpful. After we found the place, check in was a breeze. The property is nice, clean and roomy but a little dated. Lots of bugs. The air-conditioning units need Freon so the third bedroom on the lower (outside) level is very uncomfortable. Oven pilot light was out so couldn't bake but the grill worked out fine. The caretaker didn't answer any calls. The Wi-Fi worked well and was nice to have. The beach is very beautiful but there is a little bit of a drop off to get to it. There were dozens of crabs in the yard and crossing the road after it rained. What a wonderful treat to see!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2021
I spoke with my caretaker this morning again, and he assured me that he was at the house addressing these problems. These are simple minor issues and are to be dealt with by my caretaker or management. I was never contacted. He put in a fresh propane cooking tank. All four air conditioners in my home are fully functional and operational. The bugs are no-seums as known in the Bahamas. Use "off" only when necessary. The crabs crossing are a one time annual migrational happening! My terrific caretaker always addresses and helps all issues of my guests. Regards, Owner of Tropical Impulse.

10/10 Excellent

Jodie T., Bigfork Montana

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
My husband an I had an amazing time at Tropical Impulse. We hardly left the property as the beach and water were amazing. We have been coming to Eleuthera for 20 years and this stay is one of our favorites. Thank you-Jodie
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Jay E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Had a small mix up at check in but with in 15 minutes had everything resolved as the owner was very prompt at answering our calls. Property was clean, well supplied, and close to a beautiful beach. Had a fantastic time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Getaway
From the moment you land in Governors Harbor, you can't help but be captivated by the charm of Eleuthera. Winding your way down the sleepy Banks Road into Palmetto Point, the Tropical Impulse overlooks a private, pink sandy beach with its own sheltered cove. Breathtaking turquoise waters and the calm surf lapping at the shoreline will leave you mesmerized for hours. Swimming, kayaking, beachcombing and snorkeling opportunities abound with a vibrant reef system just offshore. Bring your Go Pro! Tropical Impulse is clean, well appointed, and boasts three bedrooms easily sleeping six with an additional pullout couch to accommodate the little urchins. The fins, snorkel gear, beach chairs and kayak are all on site. Just show up and relax. Enjoy cooking in the kitchen (everything you could need is there) and dining inside or outside on the large terrace/patio. Or just enjoy a game of shuffleboard on the outdoor patio. Essentially, Tropical Impulse offers peaceful seclusion in a majestic and tranquil settling. Yet, within minutes you will find a hive of nearby activity including grocery stores, shoppes, breakfast at the Buccaneer, sipping cocktails at Fishbones or enjoying dinner/music at a number of nearby restaurants including Tippy's or La Bougainvillea. This marks our fifth trip to Eleuthera. We have explored no less than 50 of its beautiful and alluring beaches-- none better than the one just steps away from your bedroom door at Tropical Impulse We will definitely be back!! Paul and Jackie
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Beach Location
All of the reviews are accurate as far as this area of the world being heaven on earth. You can’t get a better beach, finer sand, and gorgeous views anywhere else! It truly is worth it to come to Eleuthera for those reasons. Tropical Impulse — it is great location in the beach. a beautiful beach house, with an 80s feel/motif. While we were there, we encountered a few problems with the house and the owner was quick to have his service people fix them. They did a great job managing the property remotely. I felt as if he really wanted to make things right, so we appreciated that very much. Remember, there are bugs...lots of “noseeums” on the beach and yes, large palmetto bugs. There are geckos in the house, so that is a comfort to know that they are taking care of any bugs indoors. The ‘third’ bedroom in this house is actually a separate apartment below the house with connecting outdoors steps. We used the deck quite a lot as it is expansive and gets enough sunlight. Bahamas — Helpful tips: Lots of bugs....Make sure you bring Avon Skin So Soft and something that has DEET in it. I think before our stay was over, I had over a hundred bites in my legs. We came here for Christmas, and I have to say that if you want to go somewhere for the warmth and sunshine, there are no guarantees this time of year (which it is supposedly peak season..not sure about that). For three days we had rain and high winds. Out of the 9 days, we had two’ish sunny days! You aren’t really coming to the Bahamas for the food...unless you want to pay beacoups bucks for what I consider just an ok meal...island food and restaurants are expensive. Do your research online as far as what food to bring as there are many helpful articles out there. Lobstering, due to the high winds — it was impossible to catch any lobster. My husband who is experienced with snorkeling and diving went out almost everyday and came back with nothing! We finally our purchased lobster tail at a local restaurant! Also, in order to see a sunset, this house is located on the east side of the island, so you have to drive across (15ish minutes) to catch a sunset We will definitely visit Eleuthera again, but most likely in the summer when pineapples are in season.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

josh v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent vacation
What a great location. The beach is incredible which is where we spent 90% of our time. Ken was a great host and very responsive to anything we had questions on. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andria G., Van Nuys

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and beach
Lovely home with a paved road. The beach for the house was the best one on the road. Our neighbors used it due to the great location. The house had everything we needed and great extras like the kayaks, snorkel gear and hammock. Beds were comfy and the linens very nice. Could have used a couple more beach towels but the washer and dryer are there so it worked. Ken worked with us on late check out and Leslie was very responsive when we contacted him. Great home for families or a group.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Enjoyed our stay on the island. We rented a car though owners recommendation and had no troubles. The house suited our needs and we can’t wait to go back!

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Absolutely lovely Island retreat!
Eleuthera Island is magnificent, beautiful, relaxing… So many wonderful things. At the end of the day exploring, hiking, snorkeling, or just sightseeing, we were so happy to come home to Tropical Impulse. As beautiful as Eleuthera it is, I would not describe it as luxurious. The house, however, was always a lovely oasis to return to at the end of the day. Highly recommend; hope to return ourselves someday soon. Great for families, couples, or small groups of eight people or so.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B., Washington DC

Nice spot on secluded beach
Spacious, well-equipped house on beautiful secluded beach perfect for r&r. Enjoyed cocktails and grilling on large deck overlooking the ocean. Good snorkling off beach with many fine coral reefs. Easy access to everything around Governor’s Harbour/Palmetto Point. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Celine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful stay
house comfortable, well equipped and very well located at the edge of a deserted beach, but subject to power cuts (and water, air conditioning and internet ..) with an unreachable host(we haven't seen him all week) : feeling at the end of the world guaranteed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022