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Stunning Luxury Villa Directly On French Leave Beach

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Beachfront porch of the French Leave Villa
180 degree views of French Leave Beach and the Atlantic Ocean
World famous pink sand, French Leave Beach.
Deck Facing the beach
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5119.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Governors Harbour, Eleuthera
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • OceanView Farm
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Twin Coves Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Governor's Harbour (GHB)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Luxury Villa Directly On French Leave Beach

Welcome to the French Leave South Beach!!

This luxury villa is located directly on the most sought-after beach on the island, a mile-long stretch of pink sand that has been ranked in the top 20 beaches of the world. French Leave Beach has only half a dozen houses on it and is usually deserted.

The "Dogtrot" villa features spectacular sea views from every room. The great room looks out at the ocean through a wall of windows. The sea view kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel Bosch appliances and African mahogany counter tops.
The Dogtrot has two master suites, each furnished with a king bed and equipped with a full en-suite bath appointed in African mahogany. Both bedrooms have ocean views. The bathrooms feature full showers and Rohl fixtures throughout. There is a rollaway bed available for a 5th guest if needed.

Beyond the private doors made of African mahogany is the outdoor living space offering 180% views of French Leave Beach and the Atlantic Ocean.

Amenities include vaulted tray ceilings, ceiling fans, air conditioning, Super-fast Starlink WIFI internet, flat screen satellite TV, washer/dryer, and a backup generator, grill, beach chairs, cooler & umbrella. Watch your favorite live sports, shows, and movies in high definition on owner-provided Hulu+, your own TV streaming app, or stream from your home service on a new 48” smart LG OLED TV!

The settlement of Governor's Harbour is half a mile away, where you'll find restaurants, grocery & liquor stores, the Haynes Public Library (1897), antique churches, gift shops, coffee & sandwich shops and the Levy Health Clinic.

Come and enjoy French Leave South Beach…the other Bahamas!!

Property manager

Matthew Simon and Pam Fontes South Beach
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen
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Dryer
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Stunning Luxury Villa Directly On French Leave Beach

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, (40 reviews)
Stunning Luxury Villa Directly On French Leave Beach

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Governor's Harbour

Located in Governor's Harbour, this holiday home is on the beach. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Lucayan Archipelago reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include OceanView Farm and Queens Bath. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cave exploring nearby.
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Governors Harbour, Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • OceanView Farm - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Queens Bath - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hut Point Beach - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1648 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tippy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Unique Village - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mate and Jenny's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Luxury Villa Directly On French Leave Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Luxury Villa Directly On French Leave Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Luxury Villa Directly On French Leave Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Luxury Villa Directly On French Leave Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Governor's Harbour holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Central Eleuthera Beach. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Haynes Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

justine g.

Five Stars
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: This is a beautiful place on a spectacular beach. We stayed here for the second time last week. The beach is hands down perfect. The house is well set up with everything you need. It was a refreshing change to have salt and pepper, olive oil, nice knives, good pots and pans, nice dishes, and even nice insulated yeti mugs for coffee and drinks. The deck is amazing and there are towels and sarongs as well as coolers and beach chairs and umbrellas. We will be back.
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10/10 Excellent

George M.

Great place
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: Great location, beautiful property, responsive manager
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice people beautiful location
Super friendly people and beautiful setting.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John B.

Fantastic rental on Eleuthera
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: This is a great rental home and location in central Eleuthra . This is the second time we have rented this home after enjoying it so much the first time. The location is close to all restaurants. The home is new and well cared for by the owners and managers. The management is just top-notch with anything you need. And of course, the beach is a top five pink sand beach in the world that you have practically all to yourself. It is just incredible. We will return again for certain.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot
This property is in a great location on one of the most beautiful beaches we've ever been. House is nicely stocked with everything you could need, and beds are super comfortable (a must for a long vacation).
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

A guest from West Bloomfield, MI

Oceanfront paradise
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: Dogtrot is a beautiful villa in a great location on beautiful French Leave beach. It is very close to Governors Harbor for supplies and dining.There are also several restaurants and bars within a few miles.The villa has a great layout. A very nice kitchen with good supplies, comfortable living and dining space and two private suites with full bathrooms. The beds are very comfortable. It’s nicely furnished throughout.The home is clean and in good shape, but it is not new. There are a few things that need a little TLC. The automatic generator is a great feature given the frequent power outages on the island. But it did not always turn on. Barbecue grill is not great. Gutter and downspout were disconnected from the house. Just a few things that did not match the caliber of the nice property. Michelle the property manager was very responsive and a great person to deal with. Problems with the generator were handled quickly. We loved our stay and hopefully will return in the near future.
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10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Great Home in Eleuthera
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: Perfect two bedroom home for a relaxing vacation. Clean and well furnished and step to the beach!

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P., Leawood

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fabulous place on South French Leave Beach
Michelle was our caretaker and she was just perfect. All of our stay was quite wonderful. I hate to even admit it - but if you haven’t been to a pink sand beach like French Leave - well you are missing out. Dogtrot Villa was very clean and well maintained. Grocery stores close by and don’t miss going to The Buccaneer Restaurant
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and home
We have rented many properties on banks road and Governors Harbor. The French Leave villa is one of our favorites. Home is modern, clean and very comfortable. All appliances are functional and modern. Bedding and pillows are excellent. The location is superb with a great back porch looking out on the beach. French leave beach is outstanding. Stingrays frequent the beach here as do turtles. Swimming is excellent as well. House contact was very responsive to any needs or questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Peter M.

Dogtrot Review
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 Dogtrot was great. The house is in wonderful condition and a great location. The beach access is perfect. The only criticism of our stay was the attach by no seeums every evening. Not sure what can be done or if those bugs are always there or just happened to be there for our stay! Thanks to Michele and Sidera for helping with things. They were great.
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10/10 Excellent

joann c.

This place is amazing!!!
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: This is the 4th time we've stayed at Dogtrot Villa and it won't be our last. This place never disappoints. It's the perfect location, size, has well-appointed kitchen, and the most comfortable beds I've ever slept in. Having the most beautiful beach at your doorstep tops it all off.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Dogtrot Villa 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: The villa is perfectly located on the French Leave Beach which is definitely one of the top beaches on the island. The villa is perfect for two couples the front veranda is awesome for early morning coffee.....the island unfortunately experiences frequent power outages but Michelle (property manager) was very accommodating to ensure the generator was operating. The Sunset Inn is great for sunset dinners and the food is reasonably priced and good. The Buccaneer restaurant is another must place to dine, food is very good. Everyone is very friendly and accommodating during our trip .....Eleuthera is a secret amongst vacation getaways!
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10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

Perfect For Relaxation
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: Absolutely delightful 2 bedroom villa on one of THE most beautiful beaches. Ideal location - close to Governor's Harbour Settlement. House is comfortable & thoroughly equipped for your stay - great towels, linens, pillows, kitchen ware, beach chairs & umbrella. Sunrises & sunsets are utterly dreamy from this front porch. What we liked is that is beech style without being "beach-themed," if you get what I mean.
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10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

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: This was our first trip to Eleuthera and the Bahamas and we couldn't have been happier with Dogtrot Villa. The villa was beautiful just as shown in pictures, the beach is just steps away and it's centrally located making it great for exploring each end of the island and everything in between. Pam was so helpful in booking the reservation and Michele was great once we got there, answered all questions and attended to our needs. I would highly recommend this property and we most certainly will rent it again if back on Eleuthera.
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8/10 Good

Charles T.

Dogtrot
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The AC unit in the room to the right as you walk in was not workingThere were 5-6 dead bugs throughout the home when we arrivedSome notable spots on the walls and doors that could easily be cleanedThe 4 foldable beach chairs need to be replaced because the straps are broken and the hinges are extremely rustyThe back door handle does not work so if you close the back door while on the porch you have to walk around the house to get back in

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T., New York, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
This is our second trip to the beautiful secluded island of Eleuthera and this is our favorite place to stay. We loved staying directly on the beach. This Villa is even prettier than the pictures. Modern, clean, and situated on the most amazing beach on the island. The vegetation and plants have grown in perfectly and there is a sandy path leading right to the beach. Peaceful wide open pristine beach with clear blue water and light pink soft sand - it is truly a dream. The Villa is equipped with everything from beach chairs, cooler, umbrella, and lots of towels. The dual master king bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms were perfect for our family of 4. Kitchen has all you need for when we had breakfast or dined in. Melissa answers all your questions promptly and quickly. The Villa is close to fabulous places to eat such as Bacchus, Tippy’s and the Buccaneer. Any issues or recommendations you need - Melissa so knowledgeable and responsive. We will definitely be back to Eleuthera and back at this Villa! Thank you for the incredible memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House & Water!
The house was great and so well appointed. The beds were nice and firm. The linens and towels very nice. Loved the hand towels… actually googled where to purchase. One bedroom door didn’t close quite right but we found an easy solution. The water was great. We were there the last week of October and loved playing in the waves. They were fun without being too much or wearing you out. Our only reco would be to add option to have beaches cleaned of seaweed when it’s excessive… at least right in front of the property. Most days were fine, but our last two days there was really nowhere to put a chair that wasn’t covered with clumped up seaweed and some unsanitary trash it brought in with it. I would have even paid someone had I known who to call! Overall, we’re likely to return. Reco: rent a 4WD. The roads aren’t great and some beach access in other parts of island are challenging in a little car.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Loved the Villa and Eleuthera
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: Beautiful and comfortable Villa on the most beautiful beach in Eleuthera. Host was always helpful and friendly. Very thankful for the generator. You will need one when staying in Eleuthera.
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Loved the Villa and Eleuthera
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: Beautiful and comfortable Villa on the most beautiful beach in Eleuthera. Host was always helpful and friendly. Very thankful for the generator. You will need one when staying in Eleuthera.
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald H.

Perfect House on The Perfect Beach
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: DOGTROT VILLA on French Leave Beach i wasperfect house. Amazing interior with new appliances. two great master BR and baths. AC in every room. The porch is awesome with a great view of the beach and water. French Leave is one of the best beaches in all of the Bahamas and Caribbean. Amazing. Michele and her daughter were great hosts. Mr Pinder met us at airport with them perfect vehicle. we have traveled extensively in the Caribbean and The Bahamas Family Islands. Eleuthera is right at top for beauty and laid back life style as well as friendly people. Would definitely go back and must start at DOGTROT!
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10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

Our vacation at French Leave Villa was 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: It was our first trip to Eluethera and we were very pleased. We live in a couple of tourist hot spots so I found the perfect place for beauty and peace. Sunrise was amazing, water warm and clear, the perfect beach for walking and the accommodation was so comfortable and filled with amenities, whether in the kitchen, the beds, books, TV, generator, and all the beach gear. Very thoughtful hosts trying to provide for your comfort and relaxation. Pam was our host with Eluethera vacations and responded quickly to all questions and provided you with all the information you could need about the island. Their island host, Michelle, was lovely and very helpful and responsive. We talked with a few people that had stayed other places but came here because of the generator and internet service. They had poor experiences elsewhere. We had no power outage while we were there but neighbors said ours came on when theirs did not during an earlier outage. For us, I could not have picked a better place to stay and it is great to have Eluethera vacations as a host. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

The picture perfect get away!
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 have stayed at a few different homes and this one was incredible. Felt like home away from home. All the amenities, high end bedding, living room accommodations, equipped kitchen and a view that topped it all. It will be our go-to spot until we move there.
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Lovely Villa on Gorgeous French Leave Beach.
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: Comfortable, well maintained property right on the beach. Adequate parking, easily accessible from Governor’s Harbor. Friendly, helpful management. Many amenities provided for our stay. Appointed very nicely. I would recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Perfect Respite
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: Beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Tea Time on the Best Beach in the World!
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: Great stay ! As a travelling Brit the new Kettle made tea time Heavenly on the Worlds best beach!Love a host who keeps adding to the experience!

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