Entire home
Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views
Photo gallery for Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views





Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 7
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Governors Harbour, Governor's Harbour
- Hut Point Beach8 min walk
- French Leave Beach
- Twin Coves Beach8 min drive
- Governor's Harbour (GHB)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom #1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom #3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom #1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom #2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom #3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views
This beautifully restored and modernized estate home of the late Sir Roland Symonette, first Premier of the Bahamas, retains its original elegance while enjoying modern comforts and conveniences. Hearts Ease, as Sir Roland named it, sits on a hill above a beautiful pink-sand beach. Hearts Ease enjoys spectacular 50-mile, 180-degree views of the beach and ocean below. It's a short 100-yard walk down the hill to the beach.
At the entrance of the villa, you are greeted by three sets of French doors that open into a vast Great Room looking out over the ocean. The 16 foot ceilings, lovingly restored paneled walls, fireplace, and antique chandeliers combine with the views to make a stunning first impression. To the right is the Master Bedroom with private deck, large en suite bath and queen-size canopy bed, a spacious and delightful room.
To the left of the Great Room is the kitchen, fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and sliding glass doors to the patio. In addition to the Master Suite, Hearts Ease has two guest bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom. Each guest bedroom has access to a private outdoor sitting area, closet, and queen bed. Hearts Ease has a powder room convenient to the Great Room, and a large and fully equipped laundry room with washer and dryer.
The extensive outdoor living space includes a large screened porch, a beautiful low-walled patio of the same size, and a rooftop deck, all with spectacular ocean views. A gas grill is available for outdoor cooking. After a day on the beach, enjoy our private outdoor shower. Heart Ease is beautifully landscaped with tropical flowers, palm trees, and fruit and nut trees.
Hearts Ease is just 50 yards from a large and lovely pool shared with several other homes. Just past it is our pink sand beach. A short walk down the beach takes you to Sky Beach Club's excellent restaurant and bar, which has poolside service all day long. Other nearby fine dining includes Cocodimama, five minutes by car, and Tippys, 10 minutes away. The picturesque town of Governors Harbour, less then three miles away, has 19th century homes and churches, grocery stores, banks with ATMs, gift shops, liquor stores, dive shop, bakery, restaurants, and a restored historic library.
Hearts Ease is fully equipped to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Amenities include air conditioning throughout, WIFI, landline phone, smart TV, DVD player with video library, stereo system with CD player, video games, library of books, board games, children's toys, beach chairs, beach umbrella and beach towels. For babies we have a crib and high chair.
Come relax and find peace at Hearts Ease, just as Sir Roland would have wished for you.
Note: Rates are for the first 6 guests. There is a $50 per night charge for a 7th guest.
At the entrance of the villa, you are greeted by three sets of French doors that open into a vast Great Room looking out over the ocean. The 16 foot ceilings, lovingly restored paneled walls, fireplace, and antique chandeliers combine with the views to make a stunning first impression. To the right is the Master Bedroom with private deck, large en suite bath and queen-size canopy bed, a spacious and delightful room.
To the left of the Great Room is the kitchen, fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and sliding glass doors to the patio. In addition to the Master Suite, Hearts Ease has two guest bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom. Each guest bedroom has access to a private outdoor sitting area, closet, and queen bed. Hearts Ease has a powder room convenient to the Great Room, and a large and fully equipped laundry room with washer and dryer.
The extensive outdoor living space includes a large screened porch, a beautiful low-walled patio of the same size, and a rooftop deck, all with spectacular ocean views. A gas grill is available for outdoor cooking. After a day on the beach, enjoy our private outdoor shower. Heart Ease is beautifully landscaped with tropical flowers, palm trees, and fruit and nut trees.
Hearts Ease is just 50 yards from a large and lovely pool shared with several other homes. Just past it is our pink sand beach. A short walk down the beach takes you to Sky Beach Club's excellent restaurant and bar, which has poolside service all day long. Other nearby fine dining includes Cocodimama, five minutes by car, and Tippys, 10 minutes away. The picturesque town of Governors Harbour, less then three miles away, has 19th century homes and churches, grocery stores, banks with ATMs, gift shops, liquor stores, dive shop, bakery, restaurants, and a restored historic library.
Hearts Ease is fully equipped to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Amenities include air conditioning throughout, WIFI, landline phone, smart TV, DVD player with video library, stereo system with CD player, video games, library of books, board games, children's toys, beach chairs, beach umbrella and beach towels. For babies we have a crib and high chair.
Come relax and find peace at Hearts Ease, just as Sir Roland would have wished for you.
Note: Rates are for the first 6 guests. There is a $50 per night charge for a 7th guest.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Have a question?
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties

Grand Beachfront Estate on Five Private Acres w/ Kayaks, Hammocks, Snorkeling
Grand Beachfront Estate on Five Private Acres w/ Kayaks, Hammocks, Snorkeling
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, (33 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Located in Governor's Harbour, this holiday home is near the beach. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Lucayan Archipelago reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include OceanView Farm and Queens Bath. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Governors Harbour, Governor's Harbour
What's nearby
- Hut Point Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
- Twin Coves Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
- Haynes Public Library - 11 min drive - 6.4 km
- Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 19 min drive - 10.6 km
- OceanView Farm - 21 min drive - 11.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Buccaneer Club - 9 min drive
- 1648 - 8 min drive
- Tippy's - 9 min drive
- Da Perk Cafe - 9 min drive
- Sunset Inn - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Pam Fontes and Matt Simon EVR

Languages:
English, French
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback