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Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach

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Living Area with View of loft
Open Concept Kitchen with Washing Machine
Dining Area (Book our staff to Cook for you)
NEW Fire Stick Satellite Pay Per View Movies, Access Your Netflix
Master Bedroom with Queen Bed and A/C

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Governors Harbour, Governor's Harbour
  • Hut Point Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Twin Coves Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • French Leave Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Governor's Harbour (GHB)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach

Orchid Cottage is a fully air conditioned, bright and lovely Bahamian cottage, on Old Banks Road steps from the Atlantic Ocean beach. It is surrounded by swaying palm trees, beautiful foliage, and tropical flowers. Walk two minutes from the front deck and a magnificent ocean view unfolds.

Upon arrival, our property managers will meet you at the Banana Beach Estates gate. You will be greeted with complimentary Bahamian drinks and appetizers. Our staff is utterly lovely, and they make every effort to make sure you are well taken care of.

The open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen areas allow your entire group to interact during cooking, eating, and family activities. The turquoise and pineapple accents bring a coastal feel to the cottage. The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need to prepare your meals and it offers the convenience of a washing machine. The cathedral ceiling gives the cottage an airy feeling. Enjoy the Smart TV with access to your Netflix account or use our Fire Stick with numerous international and local channels as well as FREE Pay Per View movies. Connect to the web by way of free internet.

One bedroom has a queen bed and the second has a king bed, that can be converted into two twin beds. The entire cottage is equipped with ceiling fans along with a/c units in the bedrooms & loft. Beautiful linens, bath towels, and beach towels have been carefully selected to make your stay comfortable. Between the two bedrooms is a coastal three-piece bathroom. The large walk-in shower has sea glass, shells, and pebbles from the Atlantic Ocean embedded in the floor. An additional shower is located outside by the deck.

Enjoy relaxing on the outdoor sectional, drink your morning coffee or sip on an island cocktail, as you listen to the ocean's waves lapping on the shore. In the evenings, the deck is a terrific location to gaze at the infinite numbers of stars in the dark Eleuthera sky. The charcoal grill can be used to prepare the most delicious fresh fish, as the kids play on the grass, or family members take a wonderful walk along our cottage road. Enjoy the tropical location of Old Banks Road, get away from the crowds, and marvel at the variety of tropical flora and fauna.

A short walk along the path takes you to one of the most amazing, pink sand beaches in the world. Bring along the beach chairs and a cooler to enjoy hours and hours of fun. Your first sighting of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean will take your breath away. This incredible beach can be traveled for miles. Spend your day tanning, shelling, wading by the reef, snorkeling, watching the dolphins, boogie boarding, or building sandcastles. A short drive away is French Leave Beach, Twin Coves, the Naval Beach, and the calm waters of Cocodimama. The choices are endless.

Plus, you are only a short walk from Sky Beach Club, with Pascal's Restaurant, Sammy's swim-up bar, oceanfront infinity pool, hot tub, and resort amenities. And Orchid Cottage is only a few minutes' drive from the lovely town of Governor's Harbour, with its century homes, restaurants, stores, and library.

If you require more space, our three-bedroom house (Shangri-La) is also available. It has an open concept design with soaring ceilings and is located a short distance from Orchid Cottage. Each property offers nice privacy, with large palm trees and foliage between the two. Shangri-La and Orchid Cottage would allow your large group extended space and privacy.

Property manager

Pam Fontes and Matt Simon EVR
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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

About the area

Governor's Harbour

Located in Governor's Harbour, this cottage is by the sea. 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 cave exploring and ecotours nearby.
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Governors Harbour, Governor's Harbour

What's nearby

  • Hut Point Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Airport Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • French Leave Beach - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • OceanView Farm - 15 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪1648 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tippy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coco Di Mama - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Lucayan Archipelago and Hut Point Beach. Twin Coves Beach and Airport Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Orchid Cottage

We had an amazing stay! The cottage was perfect, comfortable with everything we needed. We were so close to a wonderful beach that was heaven! Orchid Cottage is also convenient to many great restaurants!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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: Orchid Cottage was perfect for our family of 3! Clean, bright, well maintained and had everything we needed! 3 minute walk to the beach and maybe 10 minutes walk to Pascal's/Sammy's. Not far from the other beaches and restaurants we love to visit while on Eleuthera. Chad was awesome when we had a question/need. Thank you for a great place to spend our 30th anniversary!"
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10/10 Excellent

Ashton J.

We Loved Orchid Cottage!

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 were so happy with orchid cottage. The pictures don’t do it justice, We thought it even better in person. Checking in & out was very easy and our host was very responsive. Our kids, 2 & 4 were so sad to leave this little piece of paradise. We’ll be back!
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8/10 Good

Attilia P.

La nostra casa lontano da casa

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Ottimo cottage situato in posizione centrale , poco distante da Governor Harbour, il plus la spiaggia privata dove però in pomeriggio ho avvistato degli squali. Ho particolarmente apprezzato la cura dei dettagli del cottage, unico appunto, essendo in quattro avrei gradito che il cottage avesse 4 sedioli e per la spiaggia e non due.Nel complesso lo consiglierei vivamente

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage super close to the beach

We loved our stay in Eleuthera. The cottage had what we needed and was in a great location for us. We walked on the beach at the cottage every day, it was so beautiful. Tons of linens and towels! We could have used a couple more light bulbs, but we are familiar with island living. Watching netflix was awesome, despite the challenge figuring out how to connect to it. Overall a really lovely stay that we would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Great 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: We have been staying at Orchid Cottage since 2013. It's in a perfect location on the island.The owners give above and beyond to make your stay the very best. The property managers are also wonderful. Always a phone call away. The cottage always smells so clean and fresh.
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10/10 Excellent

Gia J.

Peaceful and Private Location

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 Orchid Cottage was wonderful. Checking in was a bit rough and we had a few issues with our car rental, but after that everything went smoothly. We had our own private beach, the cottage was clean and comfortable. All of the people on the island were very friendly and helpful. The change of pace and the peace on the island was definitely needed and appreciated. Most of the restaurants we went to were great. The food is expensive but of good quality. We enjoyed exploring everything Eleuthera had to offer. Renting a car so that you have full access to the island and checking out some of the wonderful foods trucks is a must!
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10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

Three weeks just isn’t enough

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 had the pleasure of staying at Orchid cottage five times over the years and it never disappoints. The cottage is always top notch spotless when we arrive and we are greeted by the caretaker whom is a seasoned pro. It is located on Old Banks road, which in my mind is the best place to be as it is very quiet and steps away from pink sand beach. The cottage is very comfortable making it a pleasure to hang out and cook fresh caught fish, do some island crafting and enjoy a cocktail.Our three weeks was perfect, but never seems long enough. Until next tyme Island of Freedom. ❤️🇧🇸❤️
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10/10 Excellent

roger F., Wisconsin, U.S.A.

Orchid Cottage Stay

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: Had the pleasure of staying at Orchid Cottage for the month of February. Place was as advertised. A well-maintained cottage with everything you could need for your stay. Set on corner of Old Banks Road and a gated road. Very little traffic and 100 yards for the ocean. Lachandra is an outstanding hostess. Also rented my car from Lachandra. The entire process was seamless. Is a great location on the island. About 4 miles north of Gov. Harbor. Just a short drive to 1648, Buccaneers, Tippys, The Deck, and gas station, grocery store, and liquor store. A perfect spot for those looking for a place to land at night and regroup for the next day.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Perfect place for a solo week 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: Total peace and quiet, the sound of the waves from the beach and the serene location all helped to create the perfect getaway spot. The house is beautiful and spacious with everything I needed to either cook, relax, sleep and just chill out

8/10 Good

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adventure in Paradise

My husband and I had an amazing stay. There was a slight mix up upon our arrival and the house was not ready for us when we arrived, but Lachadra came over immediately to help and we were able to stay at the larger property next door for a night which was nice. Orchid Cottage was the perfect size for my husband and I and had all the necessary amenities. We spent our time exploring the island via the rental car provided. Someone met us at the airport with the car and it was extremely convenient and a quick process. We visited Preachers Cave, The Sapphire Blue Hole, The Queens Baths, and several beautiful beaches including Ten Bay which I highly recommend. Pascal’s Restaurant is a quick trip down the back dirt road adjacent to the house which was fun! The best part of the stay was the breathtaking private beach just a couple minutes walk from the house. Crystal clear water, the softest pink sand you’ve ever stepped foot on and awesome snorkeling. We only saw a couple people on the beach the whole week! The beach chairs, snorkeling gear and towels provided were very appreciated. My tips for those who visit Eleuthera for the first time would be explore the island!, bring bug spray (and wear it), and know that it is totally normal for the power to go off several times during your stay (it never lasts too long). Thank you so much for sharing your home with us! We shall return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Wonderful!! This is our second time staying at these properties and the decor location and cleanliness is perfect for us! The owner is very accommodating.we will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

Orchid Cottage

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 enjoyed our week respite at Orchid Cottage. The place was lovely and well equipped. The front porch was a lovely place to gather to start and end the day. Location was great to explore north and south. Would definitely stay there again.

8/10 Good

Renee W., Frederic Wi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Orchid Cottage

Nice stay close to a beautiful beach. Water was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

nicholas m.

Wonderful stay at the Cozy Orchid Cottage

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 Orchid Cottage was the perfect, cozy and clean place for our 3 days spent in Eleuthera. We were welcomed with a snack, water and cold Bahamian drinks. The cottage is a 2 minute walk to a beautiful beach that was basically private. The hosts provided beach chairs, towels, snorkeling gear and more! They were also extremely helpful with suggesting places to go, and answering all our questions. We also felt very safe as the cottage is located in a gated community. We had a great experience and would highly recommend. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Memories Made

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Orchid cottage is equipped with all that is needed for a most comfortable stay. Beautiful touches to a space well cared for. Spent a great deal of time on the front porch curled up with a good book listening to the roar of the Atlantic. The beach and the swimming absolutely incredible! Old Banks road is the perfect pathway for a stroll to visit Pascal’s, the neighbourhood bar and grill where you will be welcomed like an old friend! We had a most wonderful time!
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10/10 Excellent

Sweet Cottage! Great location!

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: For us this vacation rental was an excellent choice. Private, tropical, steps from the ocean and old Banks Road yet under 10 minutes from groceries and great spots to eat. Nicely decorated and appointed. Ample size for our family of four!
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Oasis

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: Orchid Cottage is a light, peaceful gem. The house is steps from the Atlantic -and you fall asleep listening to the waves. We particularly enjoyed the porch for watching birds, reading, drinking coffee. Governor's Harbor is minutes away. Highlights include the Buccaneer's Club (the best conch fritters) , Island Farms fresh vegetables and bread, Location gift shop, and a day snorkeling and fishing with Big Mac. The house is just as pictured and includes everything you might need. Lachandra was welcoming and helpful. This was our first time in Eleuthera, and we can't wait to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Oasis

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: Orchid Cottage is a light, peaceful gem. The house is steps from the Atlantic -and you fall asleep listening to the waves. We particularly enjoyed the porch for watching birds, reading, drinking coffee. Governor's Harbor is minutes away. Highlights include the Buccaneer's Club (the best conch fritters) , Island Farms fresh vegetables and bread, Location gift shop, and a day snorkeling and fishing with Big Mac. The house is just as pictured and includes everything you might need. Lachandra was welcoming and helpful. This was our first time in Eleuthera, and we can't wait to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Orchid Cottage

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 family loved our stay at Orchid Cottage. It fit our family of 4 and the location was perfect. Right in the middle of Eleuthera so we could easily head north or south. You can't beat the beaches of Eleuthera!
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10/10 Excellent

A perfect 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: We love the cottage! We've been staying here since 2013. It is perfect for our needs. Close to the Ocean and GH, which has restaurants, grocery stores, gift shops, gas and more. And it's in the middle of the island so not far to go to beaches north or south. The property managers are the very best. They have become friends over the years. You will not find better owners. They truly want you to have the best experience during your stay. And will do everythingto remedy any concerns you may have during your stay.The cottage is clean and has everything you need formeals, sleeping and going to the beach. We continue to recommend the cottage to all our friends and family.
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10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Adventurous Solitutde

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Orchid Cottage and the island of Eleuthera were wonderful. The cottage itself is spacious for a couple or a family with small children and has everything you would need. Perfectly located near to the beach for early morning walks. A rental car is most definitely needed to get around and for adventuring as there is lots to see on the island.
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10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

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: Once again this cottage did not disappoint. To us this is the best location on the island, old banks road is so peaceful. The cottage and grounds are, clean, warm, inviting. We considered this our home away from home, our two weeks are never enough. Already booked next year !!!❤️🇧🇸❤️
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa L., La Jolla, CA

Loved it!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Orchid Cottage was the sweetest spot for our holiday on Eleuthera. Centrally located near Governor’s Harbour we were a short drive from the market, shops and restaurants. The within a 1 minute walk to the beach was awesome. We enjoyed our low tide and Old Banks Road walks. The owner, Shawna, was so kind and accommodating - answering all our questions and providing great guidance and recommendations. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P., Coquitlam, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn't be more perfect. Exceeded expections.

Eleuthera is the perfect island to stay if you like laid back life, the most beautiful pink sand deserted beaches and the nicest friendliest people in the world.(we have visited over 40 countries). Groceries and restaurants very expensive though. Orchid cottage is in a good location for exploring. Exceptional well equipped..you'll find Everything you'll need. The ONLY negative we fou s was that the path to the beautiful beach was too difficult to manage with beach chairs. But we are old and there are so many others to visit. Denis and sandy Vancouver, BC
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

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Hosted by Pam Fontes and Matt Simon EVR

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