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Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views

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On the beach, beach umbrellas
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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.

Property manager

Pam Fontes and Matt Simon EVR

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

2250-129278

About the neighborhood

Map
Governors Harbour, Governor's Harbour

What's nearby

  • Hut Point Beach - 2 min walk
  • Twin Coves Beach - 6 min drive
  • Airport Beach - 9 min drive
  • French Leave Beach - 11 min drive
  • OceanView Farm - 14 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪1648 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tippy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coco Di Mama - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Governor's Harbour vacation home is just steps from Lucayan Archipelago and Hut Point Beach. Twin Coves Beach and Central Eleuthera Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Restored Historic Beach Villa with Pool and Spectacular Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
This is the 2nd time we have rented Hearts Ease. We love the house- its decor, 3 en suite bedrooms,proximity to beach, pool and town. Brenda is super responsive and a real delight to have as the house manager/contact. We did have several power outages during our stay- and could not find the flashlights. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views in Paradise
Our family visited this island for the first time for a spring break trip. The home is stunning and yet still warm and cozy. They had everything we needed from beach towels to cooking spices, to games & decks of cards. The morning was my favorite. Grab a cup of coffee from the screened in porch overlooking the ocean. There is no better way to wake up each day. My adult & teenager-kids loved the pool, short walk to the beach, and eating lunch a walk away at Pascals. It is an amazingly quiet neighborhood with manicured lawns and gardens. Convenient location for a short drive to Governors Harbor. We loved our stay and made lasting memories as a family!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved Hearts Ease
The property has character and was designed beautifully. We felt very comfortable in this home and the views are spectacular. The layout is great for a three bedroom home. All spaces feel very private. It is a quick walk to the beach, however it is was not that accessible for my older parents. You are able to drive if needed. Brenda, Lisa and Billy were great to work with and we appreciate the hospitality. We would recommend this home to anyone looking for a relaxing quiet time away at one of the most beautiful beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Perfection in paradise
Everything was as advertised