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Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location.

Holiday home in Governor's Harbour with kitchen and patio

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Sea Shanty with new pool and extension.
Couch opens to Queen bed.
Deck with views over the Atlantic
Open plan living, dining, kitchen. Split unit AC.
Deck and pool from the house.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 569.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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governors harbour, eleuthera
  • Place, OceanView Farm
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Twin Coves Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Governor's Harbour (GHB)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 1 - Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location.

Characterful 2 bedroom beach cottage, a 5 minutes walk down a pathway to the beach, with its own small swimming pool.

Sea Shanty is located on exclusive Bank's road. The pink sand beach is a 5 minute walk away, and Tippy's restaurant is a 2 minute drive or 15 walk down the beach.

Sea Shanty, which sits in 1/4 acre of private grounds, has a roof top deck, overlooking the trees, with a view to the ocean beyond. There is a new 15 foot, private swimming pool for your use. The cozy master bedroom, which has King size bed, is directly off the deck on the second floor of the house. Downstairs is open plan, with the a small, but fully functioning kitchen, a dining area suitable for 4, and a lounge which has a TV and a couch. Off the living room, there is a small 2nd bedroom with a queen bed, and a single loft bed above. This second bedroom would suit children, but also works for a couple. The property is quiet and peaceful, with only few high end houses in the neighborhood.

There is high speed wireless internet throughout the property.

The property is centrally located, being 10 minutes from Governors Harbour on the beautiful Bank's road, the most sought after area in Eleuthera. There are mile and miles of reef protected beaches, both north and south, in front of the house for you to explore. There is great snorkeling and spear fishing off the beach directly in front.

There are grocery stores 10 minutes away and 3-4 of the best restaurants on the island are within a 10 minute drive.

The property would suit anyone looking for a quiet and peaceful location, in the heart of the island.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

Governor's Harbour

Governor's Harbour is home to this holiday home. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Lucayan Archipelago reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include OceanView Farm and Queens Bath.
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governors harbour, eleuthera

What's nearby

  • OceanView Farm - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Queens Bath - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Haynes Public Library - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 16 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪1648 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tippy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pascal’s - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. ?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. on 12 Nov 2025 start from AU$412.53, 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.

Is Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. located?

Situated in Governor's Harbour, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago, OceanView Farm and Central Eleuthera Beach. Queens Bath and Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raeann L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great. Had everything we needed. My daughter loved the pool after being in the ocean all day and when boredom hit she would take a dip. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paddy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and private

We had a wonderful and relaxing week at this lovely accommodation . Terrific host. Everything we hoped for.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Beach GEtaway

The location is fantastic, the house is relaxed and comfortable--it makes you feel like you are relaxing. There were sand fleas on the beach which ate us right up for the entire week--maybe this was just a fluke for this time of year? Nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and convenient

Private spot, comfortable house and beautiful beach. The location on the island is perfect.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal

This was a very relaxing property for my quiet family vacation. The service was outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You will love there beach

Very nice house the beach in front of the house (short hike) we felt almost as good as lighthouse beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Everything is as stated. Small well thought out cottage near the beach. The owner was super nice and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cabin snuggled in paradise.

Sea shanty was adorable. The pool was awesome. The owner came the first day to make sure everything was good and gave advice on what to do and where to go on the island. The beach is a very short walk, just across the street. Short walk to Tippy’s for great food and cold beer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house has a ton of charm with a very casual feel to it. Small swimming pool was extremely nice for those days of sunning on the decks then cooling off. The Beach was very close with 3 min or less walk. The master King Bed was very comfortable and had its on walkout balcony deck with beautiful views. There was a 2nd bedroom with large bed and bunk above, which would be nice if you had kids. The pictures accurately illustrate the house. The house is very private, which we liked and was perfect for our stay. It was also well appointed with towels, beach gear, TP, trash bags, coffee maker, coffee filters, etc. Jethro “Host” was extremely kind and helpful & responsive with our inquiries, which gave us a peace of mind. We will be staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick One Night Stay

We stayed at Sea Shanty for just one night. It was a great spot. We were close to Tippy’s and a quick walk to the beach. Perfect for a couple to use as home base for exploring. Jethro stopped by to meet us and give recommendations for dinner. The property is gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beutiful Escape

Jethro was great to deal with. He responded quickly and super helpful. Sea shanty is a cozy little place right off banks rd. It was very artistic and charming. We would definitely go back. Beutiful area and perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage in Eleuthera

Cozy, secluded, cute cottage! Perfect location for the two of us to explore the beauty of Eleuthera. Comfortable bed, cold A/C and all the necessities from home. Excellent restaurants and other stores nearby, but I would recommend renting a car for the best opportunity to see all the beautiful beaches. Expect some power outages across the island with any storms, but it will be back on before you know it. Island life! We are counting the days until we can come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

Sea Shanty was a great little beach cottage, and exactly as described. It was very comfortable for two people, and the location was perfect! Very private without being remote. There is a gorgeous beach across the street, just a 3-minute walk down a path through the palm trees. You could bring the chairs provided, and easily spend the day hanging out, or take a short walk down the beach to Tippy’s. The upper deck was the ideal spot for coffee/tea in the morning. The pool was perfect for a quick plunge at the end of the day! Jethro was a fantastic host. He checked in to make sure we had everything we needed, and to let us know he was available should we need anything. And Bubbles was the best!! We’re looking forward to a return trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea Shanty is a gem!

Jerome’s place is a gem! This was our second stay here, and we were so happy to be back. The location is great. Sea Shanty is close to amenities yet has a very private feel. The beach access is less than a 5 minute walk down a palm tree lined path that is just across the street. Tippy’s is a short (10-15min) walk down the beach. This year we made a visit to the Leon Levy Preserve – which is a short drive from the house, and well worth a stop. The house itself is very comfortable and tidy. While we rarely felt the need for the a/c, it was nice to have on the few occasions when we wanted to take the humidity out. The upper deck is a great spot for coffee/tea in the morning. The backyard is like a mini sanctuary. The plunge pool was amazing. Just perfect for a quick dip after a day out exploring the island. Jerome was available for questions, but never intrusive. He is also terrific at making suggestions for restaurants, as well as beaches/activities to do. We had another fantastic stay and hope to be back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay. Everything was clean and in working order. Had plenty of towels, chairs for the beach, and a couple of beach umbrellas. Jethro popped in to say hello and gave wonderful advice that made our trip even better. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jethro was an amazing host! Will return! Property was perfect for my wife and I with our 5 year old son. House was clean and had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This was our second time staying at Sea Shanty. The home is in a great location and has everything we need for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this cozy cottage!

Clean, comfotable and a great location!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay in GH

Great location. Rustic style with all the necessary amenities. Property owner is nearby and very friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Candice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very good but could use some updating. Really need an outlet in the bathroom. Outside grill really should be replaced it was in really bad shape. Thanks again it was fun!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing place

My husband and I visited the island for the first time.Sea Shanty was a great centrally located base for our beach vacation. Beach is beautiful and it was great to have a private pool.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unwind at the cottage!

Our family of 4 (with 2 kids) had a great time at the Sea Shanty! It was our first time visiting the island and it was the perfect base to explore the island. The cottage is very clean, true to the pictures and was perfectly outfitted with everything you need to be self sufficient! The backyard has a nice clean pool and we especially loved morning coffee on the upper patio. Jethro our host was super responsive (within minutes) and very accommodating!The beach is across the street, down a short 5-10 walk in either direction which was awesome! There’s a small grocery store in town and some great restaurants within 5-10 min drive. We’d come back in a heart beat!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Robertson D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet "Sea Shanty" Retreat

Enjoyed our stay at Sea Shanty. The cottage was comfortable, the property was nice and the pool was a bonus. The rooftop deck was a great place to relax with morning coffee, evening beverage and star gazing. The path to the beautiful beach across the road was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Everything!!

We went for a 5 day stay on the island and I saw this listing and I really loved what I saw. Everything was MORE than the listing. Jethro, the owner, is just an absolutley AMAZING host. He will give you thorough instructions on not only the property but on everything from where to shop to what to go see. He covers EVERYTHING, we hit almost all the things on the list and it was just a blast. Communication with Jethro is excellent, when we needed something which was twice, Jethro responded immediatly and delivered promptly. The property is secluded and the views are simply great! You really are within minutes of the beach and town.There is a porch on the second story and it's perfect, not only can you see all around, but the sky at night is just stunning... We laid on the deck one night and just watched the clouds pass over the moon with a perfect breeze and the sound of the ocean waves crashing. Truly remarkable.Fwiw we made our own breakfast onsite.. there was an eggpan I used and a toaster for my english muffins, there are other things to cook with too I just made breakfast though. It was very convienent to have these things to keep the cost from eating out a little lower. We took home leftovers and while there is a microwave.. we never ate the leftovers.. lol.. oh well... If you get a chance to stay here then you will absolutley NOT regret it!!Thanks Jethro you rock brother!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little cottage

Cute little house. Great location. I think the bed linens are all ready to be updated. Also, it’s nice that beach chairs are provided but they also need to be updated. Otherwise, it was good!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jethro Armstrong

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My name is Jethro, and I and my family have lived in Eleuthera, on and off, for 18 years. We built this cottage for our family, as a quiet place near a beautiful beach. We know spend most of time living on a sailboat in the British Virgin Islands, so we rent Sea Shanty for most of the year.

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