Entire home

Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet

Holiday home in Governor's Harbour with kitchen and balcony

Photo gallery for Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet

Pool
King Bedroom
Kitchen island and all modern appliances for in-home meals
Living Room with large, comfortable sofas and flat-screen TV
Dining room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 9325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Haynes Public Library
  • Place, Twin Coves Beach
  • Place, OceanView Farm
  • Airport, Governor's Harbour (GHB)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet

Welcome to Buena Vista, the grande dame of Governor’s Harbour. Perched atop the hill overlooking the historic port, this landmark home offers panoramic 360° views of Eleuthera — from the turquoise waters of the Caribbean to the deep blues of the Atlantic.

Once the residence of the Bahamian Governor when Eleuthera was the seat of Parliament, Buena Vista gracefully blends old-world charm with modern comforts to create a truly unforgettable island retreat.

🏠 The Home

• 4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8–9

• Historic architecture with elegant interiors

• Modern upgrades throughout

• Ductless mini-split air conditioning units in all rooms

• High-speed WiFi throughout the property

🍴 Main Floor Features

• Spacious, fully equipped chef’s kitchen with propane stove, modern appliances & 8-foot island (perfect for cocktails!)

• Elegant dining room with seating for 8

• Cozy living room with sofa seating and smart TV

• Full laundry room with washer/dryer, and additional fridge/freezer

• Convenient powder room

🛏️ Upstairs Accommodations

• 3 bedrooms with King beds

• 1 bedroom with a Queen bed

• 3 full bathrooms

• Optional roll-away single bed for a 9th guest

• Access to wraparound shaded veranda

• Rooftop terrace with stunning views of Central Eleuthera

🌴 Outdoor Living

• Private swimming pool (heating available for $350/week)

• Screened-in lounge just off the kitchen

• Shaded verandas & rooftop seating for sunrise coffees and sunset cocktails

• Beach gear included: chairs, towels, cooler bags & 50qt wheeled cooler

📍 Unbeatable Location

• A half-mile stroll to world-famous French Leave Beach

• Just a few minutes’ walk to the historic charm of Cupid’s Cay

• 3-minute walk to restaurants, grocery stores, and shops in Governor’s Harbour

• Don’t miss the lively Friday Night Fish Fry—a local tradition of food, dancing, and fun

🛬 Guest Experience

We personally welcome all guests on arrival and are happy to show you around and answer questions. Prefer contactless check-in? Just let us know—we’ll provide a key code in advance. We live locally and are available if needed, while fully respecting your privacy.

🏡 Need More Space?

Adjacent to the main house is the charming Peach Cottage, featuring two fully independent 1-bedroom apartments, each with its own private kitchen and bathroom. Perfect for extended family, friends, or staff, Peach Cottage can be rented along with Buena Vista to accommodate larger gatherings while still allowing everyone their own space.

Escape to Buena Vista and experience the timeless elegance of Eleuthera in a setting that feels like home—only better!

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed
default

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

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.
Map
Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera District

What's nearby

  • Haynes Public Library - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hut Point Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • OceanView Farm - 10 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪1648 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tippy's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pascal’s - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet located?

Situated in Governor's Harbour, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Haynes Public Library. Central Eleuthera Beach and Twin Coves Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen A.

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

The Amazing Buena Vista house

Wow, Buena Vista house exceeded our expectations in every way! The old governor's home has been completely renovated and updated. The spacious and modern bathrooms, large comfortable bedrooms with great views and well-stocked and updated kitchen. The screened-in porch, wrap around decks on two levels plus the "crow's nest" gave us lots of space to spread out. The pool with the big deck and plenty of outdoor seating was great to enjoy after a day at the beach. Dominic and Joy, the property managers, were always in touch with us to see if we needed anything. It was a short walk into Governor's Harbor, Buccaneer Club and to French Leave beach. It was the perfect location and the perfect house!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

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

Perfectly located FINE home for extended family stay

Joy and Dom, rental managers, made staying in this perfect home a breeze! They were on site and easy to reach by text or call; they were hands down the most welcoming agents ever !. This rental was more than fully equipped with beach coolers, towels, chairs, and so much more ! The home was even nicer in person than described as it was on an idyllic street which was an easy walk to downtown GH. We spent so much family time in the lovely dining room and outdoor screened porches! The kitchen was the nicest we have ever experienced even down to the serving dishes and coffee mugs! The rooftop view is exquisite and both the Atlantic and “ Caribbean “ side can be seen! Our family of 8 was very comfortable ! Can’t wait to return !!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joy & Dom

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback