Eleuthera Vacation House Rental
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Casuarina Bay is an exceptionally beautiful, secluded hideaway on the island of Eleuthera, in the Bahamas. Just two lovely houses share this very private bay on the Atlantic, skirted by miles of pink sand beaches.
Easily accessible, Casuarina Bay is just one hour by air from Miami, and only seven miles from Governors Harbour airport. It's located just over a mile northeast of the quaint village of Governors Harbour, one of the oldest settlements in the Bahamas.
The house has spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean from every room, amidst a picturesque grove of coconut palms, hibiscus, fragrant frangipani flowers, sea grape and casuarina trees.
The raised elevation and many large windows bring the beauty of the Bahamas right inside. Built of cedar in a dramatic three-storey design, the main house has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, a living room and dining area, fully equipped new kitchen, satellite TV, wireless Internet and plenty of outside deck space. There is an BBQ area overlooking the ocean and a beach cabana with beach chairs and a fresh water shower.
Each bedroom is aligned to catch the extraordinary sight of the moon rising out of the ocean, and of the tropical sunrise. The brilliance of the stars at night is unforgetable. Two of the four bedrooms have A/C.
Looking to the West, your eyes rest on soft green hills and unforgettably colorful Caribbean sunsets.
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Casuarina Bay Beachfront House
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Casuarina Bay is an exceptionally beautiful, secluded hideaway on the island of Eleuthera, in the Bahamas. Just two lovely houses share this very private bay on the Atlantic, skirted by miles of pink sand beaches.
Easily accessible, Casuarina Bay is just one hour by air from Miami, and only seven miles from Governors Harbour airport. It's located just over a mile northeast of the quaint village of Governors Harbour, one of the oldest settlements in the Bahamas.
The house has spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean from every room, amidst a picturesque grove of coconut palms, hibiscus, fragrant frangipani flowers, sea grape and casuarina trees.
The raised elevation and many large windows bring the beauty of the Bahamas right inside. Built of cedar in a dramatic three-storey design, the main house has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, a living room and dining area, fully equipped new kitchen, satellite TV, wireless Internet and plenty of outside deck space. There is an BBQ area overlooking the ocean and a beach cabana with beach chairs and a fresh water shower.
Each bedroom is aligned to catch the extraordinary sight of the moon rising out of the ocean, and of the tropical sunrise. The brilliance of the stars at night is unforgetable. Two of the four bedrooms have A/C.
Looking to the West, your eyes rest on soft green hills and unforgettably colorful Caribbean sunsets.
Property Information - Vacation By Owner
| Listing Title: | Casuarina Bay Beachfront House |
| Property Type: | House |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Sleeps: | 8 |
| Bathrooms: | 2 Full |
| Property ID #: | 887 |
| Contact Name: | Taja McKinney Zisler |
| Phone #: | 1 877 883 1484 |
Nearest Airport: Governors Harbour
Suitable for Wedding: Yes
Owner / Manager Personal Website:
Casuarina bay website
House Features and Area Attractions
Best Places to Eat:
The Beach House- Excellent tapas bar with beautiful views on the French Leave beach directly to the south of Casuarina Bay. You can walk along the beach (about 20 mins) and enter the restaurant from the beach or drive to it along the old banks road (direction towards Palmetto point). They have live music on Thursday evenings and inside and outside dinning.
The new Coco Di Mama.
Reopened in 2009 this very good Italian/Bahamian restaurant has sensational views of the Caribbean (west) side of Eleuthera. Perfect for lunch, sunset drinks or dinner. Live music on Sundays.
We have a binder in the house full of other suggestions and guest recommendations.
Don't miss the local Friday fish fry right in Governors harbour.
Area Attractions and Nearby Activities:
Ocean-lovers will find some of the best snorkeling, scuba diving and swimming in the world. Underwater visibility is up to 100 feet, with water temperatures ranging between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The adventurous traveler can explore nearby islands and virgin coral reefs, or charter boats for world-class bone or deep sea fishing. Other sports available on the island include golf, tennis, SCUBA diving and surfing.
The Beach House- Excellent tapas bar with beautiful views on the French Leave beach directly to the south of Casuarina Bay. You can walk along the beach (about 20 mins) and enter the restaurant from the beach or drive to it along the old banks road (direction towards Palmetto point). They have live music on Thursday evenings and inside and outside dinning.
The new Coco Di Mama.
Reopened in 2009 this very good Italian/Bahamian restaurant has sensational views of the Caribbean (west) side of Eleuthera. Perfect for lunch, sunset drinks or dinner. Live music on Sundays.
We have a binder in the house full of other suggestions and guest recommendations.
Don't miss the local Friday fish fry right in Governors harbour.
Area Attractions and Nearby Activities:
Ocean-lovers will find some of the best snorkeling, scuba diving and swimming in the world. Underwater visibility is up to 100 feet, with water temperatures ranging between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The adventurous traveler can explore nearby islands and virgin coral reefs, or charter boats for world-class bone or deep sea fishing. Other sports available on the island include golf, tennis, SCUBA diving and surfing.
| Distance to Airport: | Less than 10 Miles |
| Distance to Grocery: | 1 - 2 Miles |
| Distance to Beach: | Beachfront |
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Amenities and House Features: Washer Dryer Linens King Bed Queen Bed Twin Bed Crib DVD VCR Movie Collection Stereo CD Player Full Kitchen Utensils Provided Refrigerator Dishwasher Microwave Charcoal Grill Deck Patio Balcony Lanai Beachfront Telephone Wi-Fi Pets Allowed Kid Friendly |
Area Attractions and Nearby Activities: Restaurants Kayaking Boating Shelling Swimming Snorkeling Surfing Biking Spelunking Movie Theater |
Vacationer Feedback
Dear Taja and Family,
BLISS is not something easily found, but Chris and I found Cassurina Bay to be a rare find, a gem. This is what we were seeking in terms of bailing out of the maddening crowds, a true spot of paradise. The Bahamian people could not be more delightful. We felt like 2 children contiually enchanted by each experience...the food, beaches, snorkeling or just hanging at the Beach House was a treat. I preferred the wild Atlantic side and Chris the calm waters of the Carribbean. There is a yin and yang energy in Eleuthera. Oh yes, and the Hog Fish at Coco Di Mamma's was sublime as was the service. We will be back! A week did not seem long enough, so next time we will plan a longer stay. Thank you for sharing your bit of paradise.
Pattie and Chris
Pattie O'Brien Chris Hedges, Ballydehob, Ireland
I grew up on Hog Island (now Paradise Island) near Nassau and watched the place slowly deteriorate over the years. Our stay at Casuarina Bay was like coming home again, the way I remembered it from the fifties and sixties...even better in some ways. It is truly a magical unspoiled spot.
On the practical side, we loved the informal, cozy design of the wooden house especially the upstairs southern bedroom open to the breezes and getting both the rising sun in the morning and the setting sun at night. We had brought several books but ended up browsing the fantastic house library instead. Everything worked perfectly, and Edgar the caretaker was very helpful. Can't wait to go back.
Gordon and Sarah, New York, NY
We just returned from our third visit (15 days) at Casuarina Bay; the weather was warm with south-easterlies so there was lots of great surf sounds, swimming and simple beach-time. The house is beautiful in its yellow and white attire; a true Bahamian beach-house, with comfortable deck furniture appropriately matching the house; and, as before, nothing tops having a shower at the cabana before walking the 63 steps to the porch for a pina colada. We were able to buy a lot of fish at the dock in Governor’s Harbour so we had some excellent grouper, conch, crayfish and snapper dinners on the porch. Governor’s Harbour also continues to have its Friday Night Fish Fry – a great informal time for eating, drinking rum bubbas and dancing. We also thoroughly enjoyed the new Beachhouse restaurant, which has great views, fair prices, welcoming staff and interesting/ tasty tapas. We dined there four times; including one evening when we walked home, wading along in the warm breeze under a full moon. Casuarina Bay is truly one of the earth's most magic places! Thanks from all six of us; it was totally delightful.
Murray & Debbie, Victoria, B.C.
BLISS is not something easily found, but Chris and I found Cassurina Bay to be a rare find, a gem. This is what we were seeking in terms of bailing out of the maddening crowds, a true spot of paradise. The Bahamian people could not be more delightful. We felt like 2 children contiually enchanted by each experience...the food, beaches, snorkeling or just hanging at the Beach House was a treat. I preferred the wild Atlantic side and Chris the calm waters of the Carribbean. There is a yin and yang energy in Eleuthera. Oh yes, and the Hog Fish at Coco Di Mamma's was sublime as was the service. We will be back! A week did not seem long enough, so next time we will plan a longer stay. Thank you for sharing your bit of paradise.
Pattie and Chris
Pattie O'Brien Chris Hedges, Ballydehob, Ireland
I grew up on Hog Island (now Paradise Island) near Nassau and watched the place slowly deteriorate over the years. Our stay at Casuarina Bay was like coming home again, the way I remembered it from the fifties and sixties...even better in some ways. It is truly a magical unspoiled spot.
On the practical side, we loved the informal, cozy design of the wooden house especially the upstairs southern bedroom open to the breezes and getting both the rising sun in the morning and the setting sun at night. We had brought several books but ended up browsing the fantastic house library instead. Everything worked perfectly, and Edgar the caretaker was very helpful. Can't wait to go back.
Gordon and Sarah, New York, NY
We just returned from our third visit (15 days) at Casuarina Bay; the weather was warm with south-easterlies so there was lots of great surf sounds, swimming and simple beach-time. The house is beautiful in its yellow and white attire; a true Bahamian beach-house, with comfortable deck furniture appropriately matching the house; and, as before, nothing tops having a shower at the cabana before walking the 63 steps to the porch for a pina colada. We were able to buy a lot of fish at the dock in Governor’s Harbour so we had some excellent grouper, conch, crayfish and snapper dinners on the porch. Governor’s Harbour also continues to have its Friday Night Fish Fry – a great informal time for eating, drinking rum bubbas and dancing. We also thoroughly enjoyed the new Beachhouse restaurant, which has great views, fair prices, welcoming staff and interesting/ tasty tapas. We dined there four times; including one evening when we walked home, wading along in the warm breeze under a full moon. Casuarina Bay is truly one of the earth's most magic places! Thanks from all six of us; it was totally delightful.
Murray & Debbie, Victoria, B.C.
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| Date Range | Midweek Night | Weekend Night | Per Week | Per Month |
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| Jul 14, 10 Oct 31, 10 | $440 | $440 | $2750 | - |
| Nov 01, 10 Dec 17, 10 | $470 | $470 | $2950 | - |
| Dec 18, 10 Jan 05, 11 | - | - | $3200 | - |
| Jan 06, 11 Jun 30, 11 | $470 | $470 | $2950 | - |
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