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Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach

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Beach nearby
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Governors Harbour, Eleuthera
  • Popular LocationHut Point Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwin Coves Beach7 min drive
  • AirportGovernor's Harbour (GHB)8 min drive
  • Popular LocationFrench Leave Beach11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach

Orchid Cottage is a fully air conditioned, bright and lovely Bahamian cottage, on Old Banks Road steps from the Atlantic Ocean beach. It is surrounded by swaying palm trees, beautiful foliage, and tropical flowers. Walk two minutes from the front deck and a magnificent ocean view unfolds.

Upon arrival, our property managers will meet you at the Banana Beach Estates gate. You will be greeted with complimentary Bahamian drinks and appetizers. Our staff is utterly lovely, and they make every effort to make sure you are well taken care of.

The open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen areas allow your entire group to interact during cooking, eating, and family activities. The turquoise and pineapple accents bring a coastal feel to the cottage. The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need to prepare your meals and it offers the convenience of a washing machine. The cathedral ceiling gives the cottage an airy feeling. Enjoy the Smart TV with access to your Netflix account or use our Fire Stick with numerous international and local channels as well as FREE Pay Per View movies. Connect to the web by way of free internet.

One bedroom has a queen bed and the second has a king bed, that can be converted into two twin beds. The entire cottage is equipped with ceiling fans along with a/c units in the bedrooms & loft. Beautiful linens, bath towels, and beach towels have been carefully selected to make your stay comfortable. Between the two bedrooms is a coastal three-piece bathroom. The large walk-in shower has sea glass, shells, and pebbles from the Atlantic Ocean embedded in the floor. An additional shower is located outside by the deck.

Enjoy relaxing on the outdoor sectional, drink your morning coffee or sip on an island cocktail, as you listen to the ocean's waves lapping on the shore. In the evenings, the deck is a terrific location to gaze at the infinite numbers of stars in the dark Eleuthera sky. The charcoal grill can be used to prepare the most delicious fresh fish, as the kids play on the grass, or family members take a wonderful walk along our cottage road. Enjoy the tropical location of Old Banks Road, get away from the crowds, and marvel at the variety of tropical flora and fauna.

A short walk along the path takes you to one of the most amazing, pink sand beaches in the world. Bring along the beach chairs and a cooler to enjoy hours and hours of fun. Your first sighting of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean will take your breath away. This incredible beach can be traveled for miles. Spend your day tanning, shelling, wading by the reef, snorkeling, watching the dolphins, boogie boarding, or building sandcastles. A short drive away is French Leave Beach, Twin Coves, the Naval Beach, and the calm waters of Cocodimama. The choices are endless.

Plus, you are only a short walk from Sky Beach Club, with Pascal's Restaurant, Sammy’s swim-up bar, oceanfront infinity pool, hot tub, and resort amenities. And Orchid Cottage is only a few minutes' drive from the lovely town of Governor's Harbour, with its century homes, restaurants, stores, and library.

If you require more space, our three-bedroom house (Shangri-La) is also available. It has an open concept design with soaring ceilings and is located a short distance from Orchid Cottage. Each property offers nice privacy, with large palm trees and foliage between the two. Shangri-La and Orchid Cottage would allow your large group extended space and privacy.

Property manager

Pam Fontes and Matt Simon EVR

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2250-129749

About the neighborhood

Governor's Harbour

Located in Governor's Harbour, this cottage is near the beach. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Lucayan Archipelago reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include OceanView Farm and Queens Bath. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Hut Point Beach - 1 min walk
  • Twin Coves Beach - 7 min drive
  • Airport Beach - 8 min drive
  • French Leave Beach - 11 min drive
  • OceanView Farm - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hot Buns Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪1648 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Da Perk Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach located?

This family-friendly Governor's Harbour cottage is located near the beach, just steps from Lucayan Archipelago and Hut Point Beach. Twin Coves Beach and Airport Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure in Paradise
My husband and I had an amazing stay. There was a slight mix up upon our arrival and the house was not ready for us when we arrived, but Lachadra came over immediately to help and we were able to stay at the larger property next door for a night which was nice. Orchid Cottage was the perfect size for my husband and I and had all the necessary amenities. We spent our time exploring the island via the rental car provided. Someone met us at the airport with the car and it was extremely convenient and a quick process. We visited Preachers Cave, The Sapphire Blue Hole, The Queens Baths, and several beautiful beaches including Ten Bay which I highly recommend. Pascal’s Restaurant is a quick trip down the back dirt road adjacent to the house which was fun! The best part of the stay was the breathtaking private beach just a couple minutes walk from the house. Crystal clear water, the softest pink sand you’ve ever stepped foot on and awesome snorkeling. We only saw a couple people on the beach the whole week! The beach chairs, snorkeling gear and towels provided were very appreciated. My tips for those who visit Eleuthera for the first time would be explore the island!, bring bug spray (and wear it), and know that it is totally normal for the power to go off several times during your stay (it never lasts too long). Thank you so much for sharing your home with us! We shall return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Wonderful!! This is our second time staying at these properties and the decor location and cleanliness is perfect for us! The owner is very accommodating.we will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Renee W., Frederic Wi

Liked: Cleanliness
Orchid Cottage
Nice stay close to a beautiful beach. Water was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P., Coquitlam, BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't be more perfect. Exceeded expections.
Eleuthera is the perfect island to stay if you like laid back life, the most beautiful pink sand deserted beaches and the nicest friendliest people in the world.(we have visited over 40 countries). Groceries and restaurants very expensive though. Orchid cottage is in a good location for exploring. Exceptional well equipped..you'll find Everything you'll need. The ONLY negative we fou s was that the path to the beautiful beach was too difficult to manage with beach chairs. But we are old and there are so many others to visit. Denis and sandy Vancouver, BC
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Orchid Cottage Stay
Lovely small cottage. Accurate listing. Very clean and welcoming. Would recommend

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!
Quaint, adorable, perfect location to breathtaking beach accesses. Quiet, safe, walk to beach. We truly can't say enough good things about our stay at Orchid Cottage! We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

A great vacation,
Because there was a group of us we used the Orchid Cottage mainly for sleeping and spent time at the Shangri-La. The cottage was light, airy, tastely decorated and self sufficient, The four of us could have stayed there quite comfortably. The property was beautiful and we liked that we could walk to the ocean. The location was ideal, a short drive to Governor's Harbour where we bought groceries, had lunches and dinners and visited the Haynes Library (est. 1897). We drove to both the southern and northern parts of the island exploring the beaches and enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Rose B.

Cute, cozy, beach cottage...perfect for relaxing!
We just arrived home from staying at the Orchid Cottage for almost 2 weeks. It was a quiet, convenient location and it was perfect for the 4 of us. It was clean, comfortable and just what we expected from the descriptions and the pictures. We had some issues with the municipality having to work on hydro lines and water lines that caused some inconvenience with low water pressure and no electricity from time to time for the first few days, but the property managers were the best!! They were extremely helpful and responded to our questions and concerns immediately. The cottage has everything you need to have a great vacation. We'll probably be back for another stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Karsten K.

Great vacation
Nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Centralized Location
This is our 4th stay at Orchid Cottage and we love the cottage and its location. It is in the center of the island which makes it easy to visit locations in the north and south. It's a short walk to the beach which we love. Groceries, gas and beverages are always close by as well as places to eat. The owners are very accommodating and want to be sure you have everything you need for a great stay. They also have wonderful property managers, Chad and Barry. They too want your stay to be the best. We recommend Orchid and Shangri-La to all our friends and can't wait for our 2018 vacation. Julie & Ric Strohecker Chesapeake, VA
Stayed 25 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Zijian W.

What an experience!
Bahamas has the best beaches on the earth and we had a private one. It's a dream come true. Thank you Shawna, Chad and Matt. Best island trip ever!