Unique Beachfront Vacation Cottage 50 feet from private beach
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Rental Overview |
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| Wheelchair Accessible : Yes |
Smoking : No |
Pets : Yes |
| 1+loft Bedroom(s) |
1 Bathroom(s) |
Sleeps 2 adults + |
| Bed Set Up: queen, (loft= king matress and twin matress) |
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Weekly Rates from 200 to 400 USD
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Property Information |
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This unique beachfront vacation cottage is built of cedar in an open hexagonal design. Eight arching windows provide magnificent views, and open onto a wrap-around deck with ocean views. The house has high ceilings and is charmingly decorated with Caribbean style furnishings and art. Perfect for a honeymooning couple or a small family, the Round House has a queen bed and a sleeping loft which is ideal for children.
The house is built on a 14 acre estate stretching across to the ocean on other side of the island. The house is surrounded with lush plants and fragrant tropical flowers. You will be able to hear the gentle waves on the beach just 20 yards away and awake to the whisper of the breeze rustling through the coconut trees. You can relax on the 360 degree deck, private beach or in the thatched cabana, where there is a freshwater shower. There is a BBQ area over looking the water and outdoor dinning areas on the deck, in the garden and on the beach
Spend days walking or lazing on secluded pink sand beaches. Snorkel for hours right in front of the house or explore the island’s many beautiful and untouched beaches, cliffs, caves and quaint villages. Catch your own lobster and feast on them while watching the full moon rise out of the ocean.
The house has an air conditioning and a fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, stove, large fridge, microwave, coffee maker, blender etc.
There is a selection of videos which can be played on the TV but there is not a satelite connection. There is a phone, CD player and tape deck. We supply all towels and linens for your stay and there are laundry facilities you are welcome to use. We provide ocean kayaks, boogie boards and other fun beach toys.
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| Property Rates - Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice. |
| | | Period | Rates | | | Jan/05/07-Apr/30/07 | $1,350/Week or $230 per night | | | May/01/06-Oct/31/06 | $1,250/Week or $210 per night | | | Christmas/New Years rate Dec/20/05-Jan/05/06 | $2,400/Week or $400 per night |
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| Additional Rate Information - | Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice. |
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| Deposits |
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50% Deposit to hold booking. $300 refundadble damage deposit.
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| Other Policies |
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$50 per extra guest. No charge for children under 6.
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Availability Calendar |
3 Month Availability for this Property (click here for full calendar)
Legend: Available | Booked
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| Property Notes Availability |
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Bahamas, Oceanfront Vacation Home Rentals - Year Round
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| Property Amenities |
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- Air Conditioning
| - Beach Access
| - Beach Chairs
| - Beach Front
| - Beach Towels
| - Beach Umbrella
| - Ceiling Fan(s)
| - Deck
| - Linens Provided
| - Ocean Front
| - Ocean View
| - Porch/Lanai
| - Wood Floors
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- Blender
| - Coffee Maker
| - Dishwasher
| - Dryer
| - Full Refrigerator
| - Grill/BBQ
| - Hair Dryer
| - Ice Maker
| - Iron
| - Microwave
| - Stove
| - Toaster
| - Washer
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- CD Player
| - DVD Player
| - Stereo
| - Telephone
| - VCR
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- Boating
| - Deep Sea Fishing
| - Fishing Nearby
| - Golf Nearby
| - Honeymoon
| - Hot Tub
| - Kayaking
| - Mountain Biking
| - Night Club/Disco nearby
| - Restaurant Nearby
| - SCUBA Diving Nearby
| - Surfing
| - Swimming
| - Tennis Nearby
| - Weddings
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| Property Activities |
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Local activities:
We have an extensive guide to the island, including maps, phone numbers, recommendations for restaurants etc in the house. Hopefully this will give you some idea of what to expect.
From Casuarina Bay:
Facing the ocean from Casuarina Bay, you can walk left (north) to the breathtaking beaches of Twin Coves (two beaches connected by a small sand-spit to an island). Or you can walk right (south) for miles along the exquisite Pink Sand beaches. Two miles south you will find Tippy's - a lovely restaurant right on the beach which makes a perfect lunch destination. The beachcombing is good, and you are likely to have the stunning beaches to yourself. You can also take out the ocean kayaks and explore the coast line from the water- stopping to snorkel along the route.
There is a lot to see if you jump in the water right in front of Casuarina Bay. You can sometimes even catch a glimpse of the giant parrotfish and turtles right from the shore There are many pristine patch reefs and seagrass beds to explore. The bay is protected by a barrier reef which runs a few hundred yards out and helps to keep the water calm and safe for children. The reefs are more developed and the fish bigger on the Atlantic side of the island (the Casuarina Bay side), but if the water is rough in the Atlantic, you may find calmer snorkeling and better visibility on the Caribbean side.
We provide some beach toys, ocean kayaks and boogie boards in the house which you are welcome to use.
Exploring Eleuthera:
The Queen's Highway, running the entire length of island, connects Eleuthera's many small settlements and makes exploring by car relatively easy. You can explore numerous incredible and virtually untouched beaches and blue holes, see the amazing cliffs and the glass window bridge (where the island actually breaks in half). The Glasswindow Bridge spans a gap in which the deep Atlantic meets the calm shallow water of the Caribbean Sea on the island's leeward side.
Harbor Island off the north end of Eleuthera (about 1.5 hours away), is accessed by a 10 minute water taxi. Enchanting Dunmore town on Harbor Island was the original capitol of the Bahamas and makes a great day trip. It's brightly painted houses are charming and there are many nice restaurants and gift stores and one of the most famous spectacular pink sand beaches in the Bahamas. There are some great SCUBA diving expeditions available in Harbour island, including reef and wreck dives.
Beaches:
Surfer's Beach is down a bumpy road just south of Gregory Town. There is no barrier reef in front of Surfer's Beach and the waves can get very big- take our boogie boards with you and have fun! There is a driftwood surf shack and usually a surfboard stashed in the bushes for anyone to use.
The Lighthouse Beach at the south-eastern tip of Eleuthera is a very beautiful and remote beach that is well worth a visit. There are high limestone cliffs, great snorkelling, and on a clear day you can see the next island of Little San Salvador from the lighthouse.
Fishing:
You can rent a Boston Whaler boat by the day for fishing, snorkeling or exploring the coast. Local guides will take you on trips spear fishing or hand lining and one can also deep sea fishing (for tuna, mahi mahi etc.) The deep sea fishing captain can also take you for picnics on beautiful deserted islands at the southern end of Eleuthera, and SCUBA diving off the Wall (where the ocean floor drop from 60 feet to some 5,000 feet).
There is world famous bonefishing off many of beaches on the western side of the Eleuthera. (the best one just 1.5 miles away from Casuarina Bay). Even right in Governor's Harbour you will probably find lots of bonefish and even the occasional tarpon. There is also good bonefishing in the mangrove creeks the eastern side of the island.
Other things to do:
Moonlit walks on the beach are highly recommended! Swim at night and enjoy the bioluminescence.
One can go spelunking in the hatchet Bay caves. The caves are filled with stalactites and stalagmites and include an underwater lake. It runs for half a mile underground and you can climb out at the other end.
The Globe Princess theatre in Governors harbour has movies every night. You can buy snacks and freshly-made conch salad there.
The Ocean Hole in Rock Sound is a natural saltwater inland blue hole stocked with fish. It is connected to the ocean by underwater tunnels and rises and falls with the tide. You can jump in and swim with the fish or feed them from the edge.
The Island School at the south-western tip of the island-at Cape Eleuthera (about a 2 hour drive), is a study-abroad semester program for high school students. The program focuses on marine conservation and science research. You are welcome to visit, and the students will give you a tour of the campus which is powered by solar panels and a wind generator. One can usually go SCUBA diving on the wall with guides from the school which make the trip well work while.
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| Testimonials |
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"We think that the Round House, the way it is situated in a lush tropical setting, the privacy and the beautiful beaches make it one of the most romantic getaways anywhere….."
guest name: Ron and Robin
"We came here unsure of what to expect and were so pleasantly surprised! From the coziness of the Round House to the beauty and solitude of Casuarina Bay to the pleasures of exploring the island, all our hopes for the vacation were exceeded."
guest name: John and Jane
This was our first visit to Eleuthera- it is a remarkable place. The Round House is enchanting and we enjoyed our week of swimming, snorkeling and sitting in the hot tub under the stars. We are grateful for the chance to share this charming house and experience the natural beauty of the island. "
guest name: Cathy and Kevin
"Por unas vacaciones realmente inolvidable. Han side las mas felices de mi esposa y hija Maria y te lo agradezco profundamente. Es un sueno. Gracias de todo corazon." (A truly unforgettable vacation. It has been one of the happiness times with my wife and daughter Maria and I am so grateful to you. It is a dream. Thank you with all my heart.)
guest name: Onofre, Angela and Maria
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| Reservation Information |
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Taja
| | | Day Phone: 310-999-1677 |
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