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Castle MacMillan-Hughes, a beautiful home in Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera

Castle in Tarpum Bay

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Exterior
Front
Entrance
Garden
Rooftop view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
AU$434
avg per night

Explore the area

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Tarpum Bay, South Eleuthera
  • Place, Winding Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocean Hole
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Ten Bay Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Governor's Harbour (GHB)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Exterior Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Family Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Rooftop Terrace Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Exterior Bedroom en-suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bedroom en-suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Rooftop Terrace en-suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$434
avg per night

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About the area

Tarpum Bay

Located in Tarpum Bay, this castle is by the sea. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Lucayan Archipelago reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Queens Bath and OceanView Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Winding Bay - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ocean Hole - 17 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Windermere Island Beach - 23 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Ten Bay Beach - 24 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Central Eleuthera Beach - 31 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

  • Rock Sound (RSD-Rock Sound Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside Breeze Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shantzii's Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Neek’s Eats & Treats - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Captain Q - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin's Blow Hole Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Castle MacMillan-Hughes, a beautiful home in Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera

The Castle in Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera – A Unique Coastal Retreat

Step into a piece of Eleuthera’s history at The Castle, the former home of renowned artist Gordon MacMillan-Hughes. Featured in Fodor’s Travel Guide and recently renovated, this one-of-a-kind property blends artistic charm with modern comfort. Original stained glass windows and coral-inset natural stone walls give the home a timeless, authentic character you won’t find anywhere else.

Enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets over Tarpum Bay from the expansive rooftop balcony – the perfect place to relax with your morning coffee or evening drink.

This fully equipped home includes:

3 large bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms

1 bedroom with a bunk bed and a single bed – ideal for families

A bright and airy living room with TV

A large kitchen with everything needed for home-cooked meals

Appliances such as dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, iron, and full kitchenware

Wi-Fi and TV for your convenience

Prime Location:

Local shops just 100 meters away

A stunning, secluded beach less than a 5-minute walk from the doorstep

Bicycles and cars available to rent for easy island exploration

Whether you're looking for a creative escape, a beachside family getaway, or a comfortable base to explore Eleuthera, The Castle offers a truly memorable stay.

Full list of amenities available upon request.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please turn off all Air Conditioners.
Please drop-off keys at the hardware store/gas station cashier.
All trash can be taken out to the public trash cans near the gas station.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle MacMillan-Hughes, a beautiful home in Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Castle MacMillan-Hughes, a beautiful home in Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Castle MacMillan-Hughes, a beautiful home in Tarpum Bay, Eleuthera located?

Situated by the sea, this castle is steps from Lucayan Archipelago and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Winding Bay. Ocean Hole and Windermere Island Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).