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

Vacation home in Governor's Harbour with kitchen and balcony

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Elegant Historic Home w/ Private Pool & Generator, Starlink Hi-Speed Internet provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

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!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,498 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
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 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

398396

About the neighborhood

Map
Central Eleuthera District, Governor`s Harbour

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
  • ‪Da Perk Cafe - ‬6 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?

Check-out 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 vacation 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 mi (3 km).

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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