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Historic Beach House with Pool, Spectacular Ocean Views

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Beach nearby
Pool
Property grounds
Marina
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Beach House with Pool, Spectacular Ocean Views

Welcome to Allamanda House! Upon entering the front steps of the house, you are greeted with old world charm and local elegance. The house is built with its original stonework, made from the local island coral stone. Feel free to help yourself to the fresh rosemary bush that grows there! Further to the right, there are steps leading to the covered car port.

To the left of the front steps there is a screened porch with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. From this porch there is direct access to a large private sun-deck and, beyond it, down steps and a short path, to the pool. All of the furniture on the screened porch has been carefully chosen and acquired locally from island craftsmen and artisans. Take advantage of the outdoor seating and dining table to enjoy your meals “al fresco” (there are three ceiling fans for your comfort).

There are three sets of French doors that open from the porch into the house. The first French door brings you to the grand living/dining room with beautiful ocean views. It is again designed to give you a true island feel, furnished and decorated with local art. The living room has three large windows that provide lots of natural light. There is a television with a DVD player. The dining room table comfortably seats 6 people, situated next to the large and fully equipped kitchen.

Past the living/dining room and through the second set of French doors, is the first of two bedrooms. The first bedroom features ocean views with a king size bed. The bed frame is one of a kind, built with original local pieces of drift wood. At the end of the room you will find a linen closet with a washer and dryer. Next to the linen closet is the bathroom, which is shared with the second bedroom.

The second bedroom has two twin beds, ambrosia bedding and bed frames made by local builders. This bedroom has a door that gives access to the back yard.

The master bedroom, has a double bed with an en-suite bathroom, is accessed from the front porch through the third set of French doors for ultimate privacy. (It does not connect internally to the rest of the house.) The bed frame is also made with collected driftwood. It features a canopy/mosquito net if you wish to open the doors during the night to enjoy the ocean breeze. This bedroom has beautiful views of the ocean, similar to that seen from the porch.

Every room in the house is equipped with its own AC unit and ceiling fan. There are hair dryers in each bathroom. Other amenities include WIFI, a smart TV with a DVD player with many classic DVD's to choose from but no satellite or cable TV. There are also lots of puzzles and games. The kitchen is fully equipped with a microwave, dishwasher, Nespresso machine, toaster & blender. Outside you will find an outdoor shower, hidden under a lovely blanket of Allamanda flowers. There is also a gas grill here for your convenience, located by the door that opens into the kitchen.

For your convenience there are beach chairs, umbrellas & beach towels.

Allamanda is just 100 feet from a large and lovely pool. It is shared with several other homes, but in practice it is used only occasionally, and you will probably have it entirely to yourself most of the time. A five minute walk takes you to Sky Beach Club's excellent beachfront/poolside restaurant and bar, which has poolside service. Other nearby fine dining includes Tippys and 1648, both less than 10 minutes by car. The historic town of Governors Harbour, less then three miles away, has other restaurants, grocery stores, banks with ATMs, gift shops, liquor stores, dive shop, bakery, and restaurants. Buy fresh fish and lobster every afternoon from the fisherman on the village dock. And don't miss Friday night fish fry, a weekly beach/street party that brings together tourists and locals for food, drink, and dancing in the street.

Property manager

Pam Fontes and Matt Simon EVR

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

929308

About the neighborhood

Map
Governors Harbour, Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Hut Point Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Airport Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • French Leave Beach - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • OceanView Farm - 13 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1648 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tippy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coco Di Mama - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Beach House with Pool, Spectacular Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Historic Beach House with Pool, Spectacular Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Beach House with Pool, Spectacular Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Beach House with Pool, Spectacular Ocean Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Beach House with Pool, Spectacular Ocean Views located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Lucayan Archipelago and Hut Point Beach. Twin Coves Beach and Central Eleuthera Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Historic Beach House with Pool, Spectacular Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Linda P.

Allamanda House for 3 weeks
Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: You can't beat the view from the Allamanda porch and the close proximity to the ocean and pool. We've stayed at 5 other properties on Eleuthera over the past 13 years and we feel like Allamanda is nice for the price. We spent most of our three weeks on the porch, in the pool and the ocean. Allamanda had better water pressure than anywhere else we've ever stayed on Eleuthera. Actually, it's better than the water pressure at home!Allamanda House could use some TLC. It's overdue for a thorough cleaning and painting inside. Flies were in the kitchen and living room every night and swarms of termites come out of the ceiling when it rains. The screen porch needs some patching - it kept most bugs out, but we had a snake visit us on the porch. The furnishings are quaint/dated. The kitchen needs to be restocked. There weren't many tall glasses, the blender was gone. The glasses that were there seemed permanently dirty. There were nice, new pots and pans. The master bedroom is beautiful. The beds are very old - we didn't find them comfortable. The bathrooms could use a thorough cleaning. Allamanda had nice, new beach chairs and umbrellas, as well as access to a fun beach hut. The beach was perfect. Due to the layout, we were glad it was just the 2 of us. We often travel with friends, but this house wouldn't have been comfortable with another couple. The property manager was still cleaning the house when we arrived at 4:00. She finished at 5, the house wasn't very clean. She was kind enough to lend us a blender and hairdryer and purchase some washcloths. But she messaged me early in the morning repeatedly to see if we would hire her to clean and texted/called me repeatedly after midnight the night before we left to make sure we didn't take her blender/hairdryer/washcloths. The pool was lovely when it was clear. It was too cloudy to swim in 7 out of our 21 days. You go to Eleuthera f

10/10 Excellent

Bess Z., San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for Families
GREAT LOCATION! The house was very comfortable. We stayed for a Month my two children (14yr old Daughter, and 7yr old son), as well as my Parents. Upon arrival the house wasn’t ready - we tried to kill some time and come back and they were finishing up and we were able to get in 2hr after check-in. The beds were very comfortable, the house is set up well for family dinners, game night on the screened in patio. The pool is a few steps down the hill, and as other reviews have said, it’s true we had the pool to ourselves most always. We did not have wifi for 2.5weeks of the month, which wasn’t ideal, however there was a pretty solid dvd collection. All and all, it was a great summer, filled with many memories of Friday night fish fry’s, tippy’s, la boganvilla, 1648, The front porch (rest) swimming with pigs, snorkeling with seahorses, the swings in the middle of no where, and lots of fishing. A few hiccups with plumbing, wifi, and check-in. But all and all good stay!
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Allamanda
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: All up to expectations.Silver airways out of Governor's aHarbor a disappointment., late and then cancelled outgoing flight.Overall, a great vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

gina t.

Great location wonderful views
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location of this house is ideal. So close to many food places. The beach is beyond gorgeous and we only saw 3 people during the entire week we were there. The pool was clean and again, never saw anybody else using it. We especially liked the huge screened in patio!! I would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
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6/10 Okay

Stephen C.

Great location - older property that needs a little attention
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location just north of Governors Harbour. A quick walk down hill to beautiful beach. Nice view from back porch.The house is quite old & has it's issues. It is nicely decorated and clean. One bedroom is separate from the main house, through a separate entrance. We didn't realize this.
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10/10 Excellent

Peter E.

Beautiful home, great location
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful week at Allamanda House. We loved the location and having access to the ocean and a pool. We found the location to be convenient to shopping, gas and restaurants. It’s about 1 hour from the N. Eleuthera airport and we rented a car at the airport for the week which worked out very well. The house was very comfortable and the three bedrooms were well appointed. Kitchen is laid out well and has everything you would need. We also loved the outdoor shower and having a covered car port. We were glad to have beach chairs and towels to take to the beach. Amazing views of the ocean and beautiful beach steps away. I would highly recommend this rental.
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10/10 Excellent

Paige I.

Absolutely Perfect!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Just completed a one week stay at the Allamanda house. The house was so beautiful and had everything we needed. The beach at the end of the road was deserted every day and the pool was as well. Just picturesque, serene, and tranquil. I am already planning a return trip.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

2 weeks at allamanda house
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at Allamanda house was wonderful! Great views, a lovely house, and the pool was a huge bonus! The screened in patio keep the no seemums at bay too. Loved our 2 weeks there!
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

The best getaway!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Allamanda house was a dream. The views are just incredible. The house was so clean, had a very equipped kitchen, and was everything we needed and more. We spent the majority of our time on the huge and breezy screened porch. Sonia the house manager was so easy to work with. She was very responsive whenever I had a question. We will definitely stay in this lovely home again. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

scott s.

Epic location!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Family of four thoroughly enjoyed our stay. My favs were the (1) morning coffee on the porch hearing the Atlantic (2) the beach just a hop skip and a jump away was sublime. Soft sand and pinkish in color. Kids enjoyed the waves. I saw a few people during our stay but not many (3) my wife enjoyed the pool (4) the outdoor shower. Remote and relaxing stay, convenient to Governor's Harbour for all your needs.
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley H., Woodstock, Canada

What a dream!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved our stay at the Allamanda House. It is beautiful. The house itself is so charming with the stonework and the wrap around patio, the decor is minimal, clean (so clean!!) and beachy. It's perfectly landscaped with a view of the ocean. We had a 2 year old and an 8 year old with us so we loved the screened in patio. It was the perfect place for the kids to play and be close by while we were making meals or getting ready to head out for the day. We also enjoyed this space at night after the kids went to bed! You just walk out the back porch and down a few steps to the pool, and then a few more steps to the beach. The house even had beach blankets and chairs and umbrellas we could use. And lots of towels!! Right next door (a 3 min walk) there is a restaurant with a swim up bar, that serves lunch and dinner, fun for kids and adults! The property manager was extremely helpful, she made a few recommendations for excursions that she claimed were the best, and they truly were. Anytime we needed something, a car seat, a playpen, she made arrangements for us and just made things appear! I really loved every corner of this house. And the proximity to the pool and the beach. We hope to come back again and stay for longer!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Victoria C.

Stately stone home, well maintained and welcoming
We had a great stay in Allamanda House. We loved the solid stone structure and huge screened in porch overlooking the ocean affording lots of breeze. The orientation of the house makes it feel very private. The bedrooms and living area are generous, the kitchen small but well equipped. Misty looked after us on arrival and the few small things that needed attention were dealt with promptly and gracefully. The location is excellent, with direct beach access and minutes by car from Governors for shopping and restaurants. Lovely island, lots to explore!
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10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Just What We Needed
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved staying at Casa Allamanda. If anything, the house is more charming than the pictures show. We appreciated the tile floors, the great air conditioning and as others have mentioned the wonderful screened in front porch with its fantastic view of the turquoise ocean in the distance. The pool was beautiful and large and while we were there, we were the only ones to use it. It’s a great beach with soft white sand and just a couple of minutes walk from the house. When there was a small problem with the wifi, someone came out and fixed it in quick order. It was a wonderfully relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Very Romantic Getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I rented alone on a spur of the moment. The house speaks to romantic trips alone. Masterbed (queen)draped in a mosquito nettingwas beautiful. A second bedroom had a king and another bathroom. There was never anyone in the pool at the same time. Candles everywhere. A double chaise lounge on the screened patio let us watch stars with wine at night. A little thatched hut at the beach with 2 lounge chairs. A private little stair case down to pool which was clean. We stopped there after beach everyday. Never saw anyone on the beach in front of the house. Th View was simply amazing. AC and Fridge/Freezer worked very well- cold. House had everything, including basic condiments and cleaning supples. A restaurant and pool bar are within walking distance. Misty was quick to answer emails but didnt come bug us, which was great. We had awesome snorkeling just down the beach in front of the capsized catamaran to the south. Little beach caves within walking distance were great to find and explore. Water was crystal clear. Town for supples and more restaurants was 10 minute drive. Neighborhood was secure. Locals at the bar were nice. House was clean. I was worried when I read Historic but we were delightfully surprised. Awesome house. And Eleuthera is absolutely gorgeous.
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10/10 Excellent

Grigorios T.

Great value for money
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What we liked:*spacious and clean house and rooms*the outer area is protected from mosquitos and flies with a net*the communication with the owner was easy and we felt very welcome*close to a nice beach and to a cool beach bar*plenty of dishes and cutlery*big garageWhat could be better:*pool was not useable (dirty)Also, be aware that you need a car to get there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Diedre L.

Wonderful Vacation!!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at this fabulous beach house!!! Our family of five, 12,10, and 9 could not of had a better time at Allanada House! It is comforatble, clean and well stocked with everything you could need for a great week at the beach! The screened in porch, large doors, beautiful new grill were some of the many highlights! I would reccomend this hiuse to anyone looking for a great beach getaway!! The house manager was very reponsive and helpful!! I can’t wait to return!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Mary T., Millbury, Massachusetts, USA

Great house and location
We just spent 11 nights at Allamanda House with our three teenagers. It's really lovely. The screened porch is about 60 feet long and is where we spent all of our time. The view is beautiful. The huge pool is at the bottom of a set of stairs and the beach is a 1 minute walk down the community road. An unexpected bonus was the boat ramp on the Caribbean side of Wykee Estates. We went over there almost every day and our teenagers had a great time jumping off the cliffs/rocks into the water. We snorkeled over there as well. The kitchen was well stocked with all the amenities we needed. The property manager and housekeeper each checked in with us every couple of days to see if we needed anything. The house is historic and charming as stated in the description so if you value gleaming new cabinets, showers and granite countertops, this is not the house for you. If you value a nice, relaxing vacation in a lovely home in a beautiful location, then rent Allamanda House.
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8/10 Good

Terri B., Palm Coast

Beautiful view, lovely neighborhood
We just returned from a wonderful week stay in Allamanda House with 2 of our children (ages 16 & 24). The house itself is quaint and charming with a beautiful view. The Wykee Estates neighborhood is quiet and very well kept with lovely vegetation. We met several other couples staying in other homes in the neighborhood, all of whom said they would come again. We will definitely be back! Matt and Tara are super easy to work with and made the booking process run smoothly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

We just loved Allamanda!
We stayed at this lovely house for 12 days and just loved it! We can't wait to come back.
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10/10 Excellent

nicole k., Chicago, il

Absolutely perfect island getaway!
We stayed at Allamanda for one month. We are very lucky. We did not know much about Eleuthera or the Bahamas before we went, nor had we ever done VRBO/Homeaway. Our vacation could not have been more perfect and we attribute most of that to ALLAMANDA HOUSE! The house is just like the pictures.. and more. We loved all the Bahamian art, furniture, etc. But beyond all, we loved the screened in porch that extended the entire house. Two bedrooms and the living room face the porch. You can hear the waves all day, the porch is never in the sun, so it is always a nice temperature, it has fans, lights, and three different seating areas. This will now become my true ideal for a vacation! And I am even now looking for a home that has similarities! The pool was just a few steps down from the house. This is the only house in the 8-house neighborhood that has direct access to the pool. It feels like YOUR OWN! And then a few more steps and you have the beach. You can bounce back and forth. Perfection! As for the beach, we experienced big waves and more calm days. A little of both. The sand was so soft and pink. Beyond sensational! The Sky Club is next door. We loved going there. It turns out its actually open to the public! (We thoughts wed have to buy a drink). So we would go there in morning and swim and/or hot tub. And of course eat there throughout trip. The gardens on the property were lovely and fun to explore. The caretaker was there to help! Matt, the property manager could not have been more helpful in selecting a house for us or helping answer questions along the way. This location is great because it is in the middle of the island. So you can get to north or south in an hour. And you can hit all the fun events during week without a long drive. A lot happens right around this area so it is a good place. I have been telling people, this is the first time I have done on vacation and not had "house or hotel envy." We loved every inch of this house and the experience it provided us! It was a true vacation and gave us the opportunity to live island life, if just for a little while. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS FOR SHARING YOUR HOME WITH US!