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Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Freeport, Grand Bahama

Garden of the Groves2 min drive
Taino Beach7 min drive
Port Lucaya Marketplace11 min drive
Freeport (FPO-Grand Bahama Intl.)15 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Directly on beach which made for long lazy days. Banana bay within walking distance for lunch and drinks. Grocery store ...

Misty B.

Apr 4, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Luxury Villa Right on the Beach!

Located in gated prestigious Fortune Cay Club, this stunning island style cottage sits directly on a powdery sandy beach considered one of the finest on Grand Bahama. The property is called 'Paradise' and fully deserves this name - just read the reviews!

Combining a relaxed Bahamian styled exterior with luxury inside, this beach home is a gem. Renovated to the highest standards, the home boasts granite counter tops, top of the line appliances, hardwood floors, and gourmet kitchen. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 en suite full bathrooms. The master and 2nd bedroom look out on the turquoise Bahamian sea and have French doors that lead onto a spacious deck. Other amenities include pool, and tennis court.

This property provides the perfect getaway from the stress and strain of modern life and is ideal for a relaxing family holiday or romantic break. Although it feels a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city it is only 30 minutes flight from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or Nassau.

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Property manager

BRUCE CECIL

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

This is taken from your back porch facing the ocean, you own private view.

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

One well trained pet at owners discretion

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please contact the owner - one small pet only, provided that they won't damage the hardwood floors or furniture. Extra charge would be $10 per day

Refund subject to bank transfer fees if paid direct

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Freeport

Located in Freeport, this holiday home is on the beach. Port Lucaya Marketplace and Port Lucaya Marketplace are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rand Nature Center and Rand Nature Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Freeport, Grand Bahama

What's nearby

Garden of the Groves - 2 min drive
Taino Beach - 7 min drive
Port Lucaya Marketplace - 11 min drive
Lucaya Beach - 11 min drive
Barbary Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

Freeport (FPO-Grand Bahama Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taino By The Sea - ‬11 min drive
‪Zorba's Greek Cuisine - ‬11 min drive
‪Blackbeard Tree Bar - ‬8 min drive
‪Jack Sparrow’s Grill Pit - ‬8 min drive
‪Rum Runners - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Villa Right on the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Luxury Villa Right on the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Villa Right on the Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Villa Right on the Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Freeport holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lucayan Archipelago and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Garden of the Groves. Taino Beach and Lucaya Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

28 Apr 2024

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Magical

Such a special stay! It was all we were hoping and more…location is epic, house is beautiful and was perfect for my family of 5, communication was great, I could go on and on! Only regret was it went by too fast! Cant wait to go back!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

4 Apr 2024

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Great getaway

Directly on beach which made for long lazy days. Banana bay within walking distance for lunch and drinks. Grocery store within driving distance, we cooked in most evenings. Very relaxing

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

3 June 2023

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Family Vacation

What a perfect week! So much to do on the property and close by. Our family, including 3 older teens, had an amazing time. The house had a well appointed kitchen, a water cooler and enough space for everyone to have their own little oasis. Beds were comfortable and it was nice to have bathrooms in every bedroom. We had friends on the island, so we didn’t cook much, however the grocery store was close. Andrew was great, but since we already had some local connections, we didn’t often need his assistance. We recommend renting a car to get around the island. There is very little traffic and driving on the opposite side of the street was not a difficult adjustment. We used Avis and probably over paid. The location was the best part of the trip. Right on the water we were able to take a morning walk to the waterway. Round trip it was about 1.5 hours. We saw lemon sharks cruising the shore at sunrise, but never during the day while snorkeling the reefs. Our teens loved walking to the floating bar in the waterway. We felt the area to be very safe and didn’t worry about them. We tried the fish fry at Taino beach on Wednesday night. Fun experience! Our teens wanted to stay later for that too, but we didn’t feel good about leaving them there. We will recommend this property to any of our friends heading to Freeport in the future and hope it doesn’t become so popular that we can’t return.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deniece D., Roswell, GA

26 May 2023

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Amazing girls trip!

Every year my long time friend of 50 years take a trip somewhere new. We have traveled all over the world and have visited many Carribean Islands. The people on this island are the most friendly and welcoming thus far! The house is very spacious and in a great safe location which is very important for two 65 yr old women traveling alone. The views everyday from the deck is breathtaking. The communication with the owner and his manager was great! Andrew and his family were so accommodating from beginning to end. We rented a car from Brads and explored the island. There is a restaurant a few minutes walk down the beach called Bahama Bay we went to a few times. Our favorite was the Greek Restaurant at the Port Lucaya Market place. Great Gyros to compare to the ones we had in Greece. Thanks Bruce and Andrew! We look forward to visiting the island again!!!😎

Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R., USA

17 May 2023

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Paradise

This house is amazing. Communication with the Owner was excellent. The Property Manager was very helpful, cooked us meals before we got there and picked up a few items at the grocery store for us. The location was perfect. Just far enough away from all the tourists and close enough to go to the Grocery Store, Shopping and Excursions. The water is beautiful, the location is great and of course we did not want to leave. Just a quick walk down the beach is Banana Bay Restaurant where you can rent a lounge chair for $5 and order drinks and lunch. At low tide a sand bar appears and is awesome to walk out on. You wont be disappointed with this rental. Thanks again….Bruce, Andrew and Pebbles Hope to see you soon. Debbie

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

2 Apr 2023

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The most relaxing vacation ever.

This beautiful home is steps from a quiet beach. The gated community is in an upscale part of the island and is very safe. In fact, this was our first time to Grand Bahama. We have vacationed extensively throughout the Caribbean and Central America, and found the people on Grand Bahama to be friendlier and warmer than most places we’ve visited. The house is well equipped and very comfortable. Beach chairs, beach umbrellas, and towels are provided. Andrew, and his wife and kids, tend to any needs you or the house may require. They do it, also, efficiently and without being intrusive. I can’t say enough nice things about them. The kitchen is nice and meal prep is easy. However, we ate breakfast at the house, then went out for dinner; it’s vacation after all. Many restaurants are nearby. Our favorites are a walk down the beach: Banana Bay is a close walk and the Sand Bar a longer walk past the Wyndham. A car is definitely recommended. We used Brads. It was much cheaper, however we got a 12 year old Chevy Impala. None the less, it was well maintained and we had zero issues, and quite a few laughs about it. I would use them again. Many good restaurants can be found not too far from the house near Lucaya Marketplace. Groceries, gas, and liquor stores are all close by. The owner, Bruce, was nice to work with and helped us with all our questions. Overall, this was a wonderful experience. I understand why Bruce and his wife fell in love with this place. We are already talking about a return trip.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

19 Jan 2023

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Beautiful house on a stunning beach!

The house is exactly as pictured…the beach is absolutely beautiful and we had it completely to ourselves on most days! Bruce was great to communicate prior to our arrival. The property manager’s daughter met us at the airport, drove us to the rental car place, and then had us follow her to the house. She pointed out grocery and other stores along the way. We met locals at the Fort Lauderdale airport who gave us a list of restaurants which was really helpful. Banana Bay is a short 7 minute walk from the house. The Sand Bar is literally built on the sand and has a great conch sandwich. We enjoyed Stone Crab (great lobster), Pier 1 (they feed the local sharks from the pier at 7,8,9 pm), Cappachinos (great Italian), Agave (Mexican). In the Port Lucaya Market, there is a little conch/seafood stand which was awesome. Be sure to find Terry’s Conch stand in Taino beach has the best conch salad. We did a fishing trip with Lilb fishing and a sunset cruise with Brian out of the Ocean Reef resort Marina. Contact the resort for info. Overall, we just had a very laid back two weeks at this lovely place. Freeport is coming back after the last hurricane and two years of covid. The people are warm and friendly and the views are out of this world. Highly recommended for a peaceful and relaxing vacation!

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

11 Oct 2022

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Paradise

Beautiful home in a private neighborhood directly on the beach! Close to Banana Bay!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cory H., Tyler, Texas

10 Sept 2022

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Remarkable location

This place is perfect if you want to be on the water!! There are 4 groups of coral heads just off the bank in 8ft of water to see all kinds of fish so bring your snorkel and fins!!!! Bring plenty of bug spray for the biting gnats as well. House was perfect. Thanks Bruce and Andrew!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

20 Aug 2022

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Paradise, yes, yes it is

From the moment we arrived we felt at home, the Bahamian people made us feel like family they always had a kind word on easygoing style. The home was as advertised, dramatic views, gated safety, great amenities, lots of space. We enjoyed our stay very much 😎

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

5 Aug 2022

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Summer Vacation 2022

This was a vacation of a lifetime and the house was absolutely wonderful! Would highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily K., Dallas, Texas

21 June 2022

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Perfect location and gorgeous!!

My family LOVED this place, perfect location and is absolutely beautiful!!! The views from every room are breathtaking!!! Only suggestions: rent a car and bring bug spray!! Loved it so much we will be back!!!!

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug I.

4 June 2022

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Great house and manager

Excellent house, location, size, and proximity to shopping food stores and restaurants. Great water and beach right outside the back porch. Definitely rebooking in non-hurricane season.?

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

25 May 2022

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Paradise!

Our family loved every minute at this beautiful property! Andrew is awesome! The island is beautiful. We enjoyed snorkeling and collecting shells. 5 stars all around!

Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherie J.

23 Apr 2022

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Best kept secret!

I almost don’t want to share how amazing this little gem is- so there will be availability for us to come back in the future. But we have to share just how amazing our stay was there! We have been coming to the Bahamas for years now but nothing compared to how amazing this trip was for us. From the booking, ease of communication with Bruce, having our local connection Andrew meeting us at the airport, everything was taken care of. I mean everything! After getting there after two days of travel and seeing the beach as soon as you walk-in the front door- it’s like you step into a whole different time and space of relaxation. The house was amazing- can’t say enough about it. Everything you need is there. It was the perfect place for my 10 and 8 year old (snorkeling from the beach on the property, catching lizards, shell collecting), my 76 year old mother so relax and enjoy reading on the back deck that’s has the most beautiful waters as far as the eye can see, my hubby who stalked bonefish all the way down to Banana bay! Definitely a place for all to enjoy. I highly recommend having Andrew preparing some local dishes for you- he was so much fun and a wealth of knowledge for the kids and all of us! The best food around was made in our own little villas for the week and leftovers that lasted 2 days! We are already looking at dates to come back and hopefully stay even longer. Thank you Bruce and Andrew- for making this one of our best trips ever!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom L., Sterling Heights, MI

8 Feb 2022

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Paradise is an Understatement

If you are looking for a tranquil setting, steps from the beach/ocean with great accommodations, this is the place. I was tempted to leave a lousy review to scare others away so we could have this to ourselves. Bruce was great to deal with and Andrew (the property manager)was an outstanding host. From meeting us at the airport, to his responsiveness to any questions we had - he was most hospitable. The fully furnished home was our home away from home as we cooked most of our meals on site. The wifi was great for the time that we had to work. A morning walk on the beach, followed by sipping a fresh cup of coffee watching the sunrise over the ocean set the tone for every day. We look forward to booking another stay.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

lucy a., Yuma az

29 Sept 2021

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Perfect

Beautiful house , the view is breathtaking, everything was 5 stars, one thing , bring mosquito spray

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

22 Aug 2021

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Amazing Vacation

We had a great family vacation! Communication was excellent before & during our trip. The house is very large and very well appointed - plenty of space for 3 adults & two teenagers, comfortable furniture & beds. The beach is so close that when you sit on the covered porch (with fans), you still feel like you're right at the water! Having the drinking water dispenser was a huge plus. The water is gorgeous, but the entrance was a little rocky - we just had to walk a little bit down the beach to have smooth, soft sand! This house is the closest to the beach, which made it feel very private. We never saw anyone else at the pool, but it was close by, very clean, and refreshing. I would highly recommend this house to anyone seeking a relaxing, quiet beach vacation!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mariya O.

18 May 2021

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Fabulous views and location

My husband and I spent 4 nights in this dream place. Bruce was very helpful in the weeks leading to our trip. The services he offers were extremely appreciated by us. Bruce’s partners wife, Sonja, came to meet us at the airport, and the rental place they recommended- Brads Car rental, had a rep there for us. He took us to get our car, and we followed Sonja. (It was much easier to know how to drive on the left when you are following someone). Soniya took us to buy some essential foods and even more essential liquor:), and then we followed her to the private gated community. She showed us around, there was already wonderful dinner prepared by Andrew waiting for us, as well as the other food items we asked him to prepare for us. There was also water cooler in the house - that is a must here. Once we were in, I could barely wait - didn’t even unpack. Went straight to the beach - which was in our back yard. Our own beach. It was amazing. The back porch of the house is where we lived for the first few days. That is all we did the first night, enjoyed the charcuterie Andrew prepared for us , and some wine and bubbles, while sitting on the beach right behind the house. There were two loungers and chairs for comfort. We stayed out there the whole night. The same for the next day, porch and beach, and beautiful food prepared by Andrew. Not a single bug bothered us. I thought I picked bug spray for no reason.(bugs came on third day) Our local experience- my husband hit the local CrossFit- super friendly people. Janice, from the rentals place, hooked us up with her husband, Les, and we went fishing. Les is good people, we had fantastic time! He was super nice, down to earth, aware and helpful. He made sure we got the barracuda! We got to experience a few other locals places. We went to the marketplace, of course. We had a quick bite in Agave with the best rum drinks ever, and spent the afternoon at Flying Fish, enjoying elevated cousins and extraordinary service. Just up the beach next to the house was Banana Bay- fantastic beach restaurant with elevated food, awesome beach deck, and a sandbar where you can take a chair or lounge and go hang out- in the middle of the ocean:). And that is walking distance to our house:) Overall, while the kitchen had everything- it can use organizing and a deep clean. Decor is somewhat dated, but layout is amazing! It was perfect for us! Waking up to 180 degrees of ocean is incredible. Thank you, Bruce!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

16 Apr 2021

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We had a wonderful time and the location is the BEST!

The property and cottage were perfect for our family of adults and little ones. The cottage itself is showing a bit of the effects of the harsh climate, but nothing that changes the good time had! If I had been there a bit longer, I would have organized the cupboards and drawers...they are very well supplied, but all over the place when looking for specifics. Communication with the owner was always pleasant and very prompt!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annie W.

16 Mar 2021

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Dreamy ocean front house

The location of this property is incredible in that it is located on a stretch of beach that is the best on the island. The property is also located in a gated community so we felt safe. The house has all the amenities you'll need including ample linens, towels (beach and bath), cable TV in every bedroom and living room, huge kitchen with all the tools you need to cook or heat up food, bottled drinking water, a bathroom for each of the three bedrooms, outdoor and patio furniture, etc. You have the option to order prepared food can be delivered to the house or a chef that can come on site (costs are additional). The property managers are very responsive and will fix any issues that arise in the house. Wifi was strong throughout the house and patio which allowed us to work remotely and conduct video conferences.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 Feb 2021

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Paradise

Absolutely a wonderful and beautiful . We could not have asked for anything more. I Highly recommend this piece of Paradise

Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

bruce w., Hagerstown Md.

5 Sept 2019

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Paradise

Love the house and location. Owner and property manager are first rate. Would recommend this Rental’s to one and all!

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

27 July 2019

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Stunningly perfect

We had such a wonderful relaxing stay at this beautiful home. The views and beach were surreal. We never even went to see the pool. Even enjoyed sitting on the deck on a stormy day watching a storm roll in and pass over us. The home is inviting and exactly as it is shown. Bruce, the owner was a pleasure to deal with and was always readily available for questions and answered promptly. Andrew, the property manager met us at the gate and brought us to the home also cooks and prepares meals that were simply wonderful. So happy we found this place!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mandie T.

22 July 2019

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Beautiful place

We loved this place. Great location, wonderful setting. Lovely rental with everything you could wish for. Andrew looked after us well. Home from home. Highly recommended

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by BRUCE CECIL

This is me with my family on the beach right outside the property. We live in the UK but love to get over to Grand Bahama as often as possible - if you've experienced the weather in the UK then you'll understand why!

Why they chose this property

We rented this property in March 2008 and found it so perfect that we bought it a few months later. We love the property, it's location and the beautiful island of Grand bahama. We enjoy the wonderful feeling of relaxation and security.

What makes this property unique

Although only 30 minutes flight from Miami or Fort Lauderdale Grand Bahama feels like a different world. The pace of life is relaxed and you can feel the stress falling away from you as soon as you arrive. Every time we arrive at the villa and step out onto the deck we still go 'wow' at the spectacular view of the turquoise view of the ocean, just steps away.