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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Balara Bay, Eleuthera
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
STONE BEACH COTTAGE TikiHut Kayaks Paddleboards WiFi Terrace Beachfront Gardens
PLEASE NOTE: 7 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY. RATES ARE FOR TWO PEOPLE. EACH ADDITIONAL PERSON IS $20 PER NIGHT. OWNER APPROVAL REQUIRED PRIOR TO ADDING MORE GUESTS AFTER INITIAL BOOKING AGREEMENT.
The Hummingbird, on the Caribbean side, offers quiet and privacy on a long stretch of beach. Beyond the spacious seaside terrace is the clear, turquoise blue water of Balara Bay. The Hummingbird is ON THE BEACH. Take our private driveway from the Queen's Highway to a breathtaking setting. The home is surrounded with tropical grounds filled with bougainvillea, hibiscus, and numerous other flowers and plants. The HUMMINGBIRD's charm and character include a Savannah stone exterior, terraces, spacious private grounds, and a beach with a large Tiki Dome for seaside shade and comfort. Our beach is calm, shallow and safe for water play. Tropical foliage surrounds the home and property inviting peace.
All rooms have sea views. The spacious, private primary bedroom is situated in a small wing of its own. The bedroom has AC, ceiling fan, and ensuite bathroom. The guest bedroom has two twin beds and a king conversion kit. It also has AC, ceiling fan, and an ensuite bath with a large, walk-in shower. The front room features couch, loveseat, and chair. A sunroom with a wall of windows, adjoins the front room providing additional comfortable seating for quiet relaxation. The well-equipped kitchen includes a breakfast bar and table seating with 8 feet of window-views to the sea. Sliding glass doors, and cathedral ceilings give the home an open, tropical atmosphere. The interior is comfortable and inviting with rattan furniture and original works of local island artists. The house has WiFi, but no cable TV. Bring your own entertainment - internet connection is available for streaming (netflix, amazon prime, etc) check with your provider for international service specifics. Island utilities, including internet, have periodic disruptions.
Hummingbird's Balara Bay beachfront has a stretch of beach that borders the Caribbean Sea. You can walk all the way to the old docks at the far end of the bay. Kayaks and paddleboards are available for water play. Balara Bay offers our guests fishing as well as shelling for micro shells. Beach conditions are constantly changing – storms and tides leave varying levels of sand, coral rocks, seaweed and shells. WATER SHOES are recommended for water entry across coral rocks. The Stone Beach Cottage is a 1250 square foot home; private, unpretentious, comfortable, and inviting on an extraordinary piece of Caribbean beachfront. Come visit!
Hummingbird's Floor Plan/Special Features: The primary bedroom wing is as close to the Caribbean as you can get! A pleasure to watch / listen to the varying moods, colors, sounds of the sea. The semi-private guest bedroom is across the house. This arrangement of rooms with the 'living area' in between, separates the two bedroom areas. In addition to the Caribbean sea breezes, the house has a wonderful air-flow pattern with its many windows and doors. Ceiling fans are throughout the home. The home and location offer a wide diversity of activities. For the sports enthusiast; swim, jog, fish, scuba, or snorkel. For the relaxer; sunbathe, yoga on the beach or locate a good book. Something for everyone.
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Kayaks and paddleboards must be returned to parking area after each use. They cannot remain on water's edge due to rising tides.
Guests are responsible for their own safety and that of their children. The home owner is not responsible for injuries on or off the property.
The use of recreational equipment is at the guest's own risk. Life preservers are available for adults. Guests must bring preservers to fit children
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Property # 103788
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Governor's Harbour
Located in Governor's Harbour, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Twin Coves Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to James Cistern Dock. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Is STONE BEACH COTTAGE TikiHut Kayaks Paddleboards WiFi Terrace Beachfront Gardens pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at STONE BEACH COTTAGE TikiHut Kayaks Paddleboards WiFi Terrace Beachfront Gardens?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at STONE BEACH COTTAGE TikiHut Kayaks Paddleboards WiFi Terrace Beachfront Gardens on 16 May 2026 start from AU$386, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at STONE BEACH COTTAGE TikiHut Kayaks Paddleboards WiFi Terrace Beachfront Gardens?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at STONE BEACH COTTAGE TikiHut Kayaks Paddleboards WiFi Terrace Beachfront Gardens?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at STONE BEACH COTTAGE TikiHut Kayaks Paddleboards WiFi Terrace Beachfront Gardens?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is STONE BEACH COTTAGE TikiHut Kayaks Paddleboards WiFi Terrace Beachfront Gardens located?
Nestled on the beach, this Governor's Harbour holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Twin Coves Beach, Hut Point Beach and Central Eleuthera Beach. Haynes Public Library is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hummingbird is wonderful. Great sea breezes every day (April) that kept the house very comfortable and well ventilated with good screens in windows and doors. The owner has attended to every detail to make your stay easy and comfortable. Excellent views, everything you need is there, clean, good communication, very easy access to Governor's Harbor yet private and quiet. We loved it!
The location was fantastic! The house is stocked and everything is labeled. Owner is very responsive! Could use updated towels or bring your own. I found the mattress too hard. Great snorkeling around the corner from the house after the old pier. The neighbors dogs are lovely. So sweet. Overall a great place. We enjoyed our stay.
My husband and I were comfortable here, such a really great location close to town and a great jumping off point for exploring the island. Basically on your own private beach, super quiet and lovely gardens. We appreciated the AC in the master bedroom, and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking our own meals. Home has a cozy vintage vibe, beach gear was in great shape. Owners and caretaker were very responsive.
Our stay was exceptional! We loved everything about this property! The location is amazing and all of the kayaks and paddle boards and outdoor amenities were excellent. We couldn't have asked for more. The home has everything you could need, it was perfect. Our favorite beach, besides the one outside the house, on the island was just across Queen's Highway. It was perfect! We will definitely be back!
Pictures do not do the house or grounds any justice; pure beauty, relaxation and a wonderful homr
Beth C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Laurie N.
28 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Exceptional communication from owner/ manager who was helpful and responsive. Note that this quaint home has wonderful views of the ocean and steps away from a calm swimming beach. Note that there is no whole house a/c and only 1 BR is efficiently cooled.
The Hummingbird Cottage was perfect for our family of two adults and two teens. Charming decor with lots of local art, a huge terrace on the bay, smaller terrace in garden, tiki hut on the edge of the water, lots of flowers. The house had everything we needed. We explore a dozen beaches in Eleuthera and enjoyed coming back to the stone cottage every day.
The perfect place for us . Beautiful gardens with many places to sit and enjoy. Comfortable home with lots of family areas and if you need some privacy. This home has it all. We booked for next year before we left so we don’t miss out.
We loved staying here. You get your own private beach, a cute cottage with everything you need and easy access to shopping.
The owner Marion Macy is wonderful.
This is a wonderful cottage that is well stocked, organized and clean. The decor is unique and added to the tropical feel of the location, which was perfect for accessing Governor's Harbour. Stayed on the water, the tikihut was relaxing and enjoyable and my husband caught fish just down the beach. We went exploring everyday and found the cottage to be a wonderful refuge to unwind and make dinner and relax. Excellent place to have your family vacation!
Loved the location right on the water. Very private. Over the 8 days we were there, we didn't see any other people. The water is perfect and we spent alot of time just sitting in the shallow water enjoying the sun.
We are very grateful for finding "Hummingbird." The cottage was very comfortable, and felt like home. We enjoyed meeting Marion and her family. They made us feel like we have known them for years. We would 100% stay here again, and again!
We really enjoyed our stay in the Stone Cottage. The accommodations are very comfortable, and Marion has thought of and supplied everything you need. We especially enjoyed morning coffee on the terrace overlooking the Caribbean and walking on the beach marveling at the tide-pools. Thank you, Marion for being such a wonderful host.
This place is my favorite place on earth.The house is right on the sand.It's very quiet and clean and well appointed.The water is warm and crystal clearThe beach is very private--There's literally no one on it.Best of all--There's a million sea shells.Go there now !!!!
The property was exactly as advertised. Marion is extremely helpful. The little rock cottage is equipped with any everything you would ever need for a stay at the beach. If you’re looking for privacy and a beautiful view, this little house is for you.
We stayed in this beautiful place for a week, if you like privacy, this is the spot! Our host, Marion is very hospitable and responsive. The house is very clean and well organized with everything at your fingertips and we loved the paddle boards, kayaking and snorkeling just a few steps out the door! Also located centrally on the island for easy access to groceries restaurants and fun day trips!
We were so happy with our stay at Marion's cottage! The pictures don't do it justice. The home was lovely, comfortable, and clean. Marion was a wonderful host and made sure we had everything we needed, which we did. We enjoyed having the shade of the Tikihut and loved walking the beach most evenings. The kayaks were fun as well! We can't wait to return!
The Hummingbird was amazing and so peaceful. We were in the water every day using the kayaks and paddle boards. It’s almost like having a private beach! The house had everything and the beds were comfortable. I definitely recommend! Marion was so helpful!
Our stay was very relaxing. The house is well-equipped, and there are reminders and helpful directions taped all over (e.g., how to take care of the garbage, where things are, where to shop, etc.). The space is very secluded. The Tiki hut on the beach is wonderful—we spent a lot of time there. We had fun with the sea kayaks and saw a sea turtle and stingray. Highly rated.
We just spent 12 days, and it was a wonderfully relaxing stay. The beach in front and around the point were great for walking, shell hunting and swimming. The tiki hut was my go to every day for coffee in the morning and cocktails at night. The paddle boards were also great fun and you can see a lot of underwater life from them. The house is well stocked and comfortable. Marion is a great hostess and was super responsive the few times we needed anything. Highly recommend this property!
This home has a lovely location, close to town, but very private and quiet. The beach is full of shells and quite long for morning walks and beach combing. While there are a few places that you can get in the water, the bay is very shallow and not very inviting for swimming, but because of its location you access one of the best beaches for swimming very easily. Overall a nice home and an excellent value.
This was my second stay. Same level of excellence as before. The house and gardens are beautiful and well cared for, and has everything you need outside of your groceries and personal toiletries, etc. The location close to Governor's Harbor and rest of central Eleuthera makes everything convenient, yet it is totally private and quiet if that's what you're looking for. I'll be back again.
My partner have been traveling to Lutra for years, Marion’s place was perfect, the house was clean, equipped with everything you need (especially for cooking) and right on the water. The house was in a great location for us as we travel to the southern part of the island frequently. Marion was great to communicate with and her groundskeeper. I would say if you are searching and Marion’s place is available just do yourself a favor and book it!
Jonathan R.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Marion Macy
The Stone Beach Cottage has been in the Macy Family for over 20 years.
Why they chose this property
Location. Location. Location. Balara Bay offers gently prevailing winds and crystal clear water. The beach is sheltered by Levy Island providing excellent swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The home offers great proximity to Governor's Harbour, the island's largest settlement, with restaurants, music, entertainment, grocery stores, banks (with ATM), gift shops, and churches. A center island location provides convenient travel to North or South Eleuthera. This side if the island shelters the home from pounding seas and winds on Atlantic side.
What makes this property unique
Wonderful island location at a reasonable price.
Languages:
English
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