Lux Waterfront Villa on Secluded Caribbean Cove w/Paddleboard and Snorkeling

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Welcome to Bella Mer, new luxury home on a
secluded Caribbean cove.

This luxurious new home has spectacular ocean views throughout.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Washer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Savannah Sound, Governor's Harbour

Ten Bay Beach11 min walk
Central Eleuthera Beach12 min drive
OceanView Farm16 min drive
Rock Sound (RSD-Rock Sound Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Immerse yourself in an exquisite, romantic waterfront villa nestled within a serene cove in the enchanting Eleuthera, Bahamas. Elevate your vacation experience in this luxurious 2200 sq. ft. haven, comfortably accommodating up to 6 guests across three elegantly-appointed bedrooms, each featuring one king-size and two queen beds.

Indulge in the lavish comforts of Bella Mer's two pristine bathrooms and a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen – the perfect setting for crafting delightful meals and cherished memories with your loved ones.

Embrace the allure of the turquoise waters as you step into your private cove, where an underwater paradise awaits. Dive into an exhilarating world of swimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding with our complimentary water sports equipment and easy-to-use water access ladder.

Venture beyond the villa to discover the enchanting Ten Bay Beach, accessible by a 100-yard wade through shallow waters at low tide or a swift two-minute drive. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Governor's Harbour, the island's bustling epicenter, boasting delectable dining options and a lively nightlife scene, a mere 12-minute drive away.

Bella Mer's sophisticated ambiance is accentuated by contemporary amenities, including Wi-Fi, a state-of-the-art SONOS sound system, air conditioning throughout, ceiling fans, washer & dryer, wine cooler, TV with DVD player (cable TV not provided), and a cutting-edge backup generator.

Experience the unparalleled charm of Eleuthera, Bahamas, as you escape with family or friends to this idyllic, private retreat. Uncover the island's hidden gems and immerse yourself in nature as you embark on the vacation of a lifetime at Bella Mer. Reserve your stay today.

Property manager

Matthew Simon and Kristin Tornow

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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

About the area

South Palmetto Point

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

Savannah Sound, Governor's Harbour

What's nearby

Ten Bay Beach - 11 min walk
Central Eleuthera Beach - 12 min drive
Windermere Island Beach - 14 min drive
Queens Bath - 16 min drive
OceanView Farm - 16 min drive

Getting around

Rock Sound (RSD-Rock Sound Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tippy's - ‬16 min drive
‪Fish Bones - ‬13 min drive
‪Anchor Bay Friday Night Fish Fry - ‬15 min drive
‪Teppanyaki NCL Pearl - ‬14 min drive
‪Mate and Jenny's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lux Waterfront Villa on Secluded Caribbean Cove w/Paddleboard and Snorkeling pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lux Waterfront Villa on Secluded Caribbean Cove w/Paddleboard and Snorkeling?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lux Waterfront Villa on Secluded Caribbean Cove w/Paddleboard and Snorkeling?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lux Waterfront Villa on Secluded Caribbean Cove w/Paddleboard and Snorkeling located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Ten Bay Beach. Central Eleuthera Beach and Windermere Island Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

John W.

1 July 2024

A wonderful peaceful stay in Paradise

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: Bella Mer was the home we chose after being unable to rent our previous longstanding preferred home. I’m so glad we did! Bella Mer was the absolute perfect spot for us. Our priorities are solitude and snorkeling. Bella Mer is perfect on that front. The home was immaculate and well appointed. Not too big and not too small. Just right. The snorkeling on site is fantastic with Kemp’s Creek being easily accessible. Nightly sunsets were magical. Tennille the property manager was delightful and responsive, though we were able to find everything we needed. It was nice to know she was a quick WhatsApp message away. We love central Eleuthera for its ready accessibility to the rest of the island and Bella Mer is a perfect launching point for island adventures. We fully intend to return. We truly could not have been happier with Bella Mer, in fact just a few days into our stay we agreed that this was our new home away from home.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

15 June 2024

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Excellent...as usual!

Wish i could say its awful so no one books it when i need it...but i cant! We love this place and we have rented 4 times now. Love the layout and the location. Most important thing is its clean! One small issue while there and manager Tenille took care of it asap. Thanks to the owners for sharing this place with us...I already rebooked!

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

10 May 2024

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Great VRBO

Great VRBO. House was clean, kitchen had everything we needed. A few issues popped up during our stay but Tennielle and Kristin promptly took care of them. The screened in porch was damaged but was told new screens were on order, understand it takes awhile to get parts. The trampoline wasn't in water think the cover must have been damaged and on order. Snorkeling in front of house is great, Ralvin Buggies tours was a lot of fun. The best grocery store is The Market in Rock Sound. But for fresh veggies and bread Island Farms! We already miss Eleuthera!

Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Michaela G.

11 Mar 2024

Relaxation & tranquility

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: Our stay was very relaxing! The house is lovely and well equipped; a perfect little enclave to relax and just enjoy the water and sun

10/10 Excellent

Meghan D.

26 Feb 2024

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Great house, well stocked kitchen, and nice views of bay

We really enjoyed our stay at Bella Mer. It was very clean and the kitchen has everything we needed since we like to cook a lot. We chose this house for the location, as well as the generator due to frequent power outages and the outdoor grill. Needless to say we were very disappointed when we arrived to see there was not an outdoor grill. Also, we had 4 power outages over 3 days forcing us to cook by the light we brought from home because the generator wasn’t working. Power outages happen but not having the generator as promised was beyond disappointing since it was one of the reasons we chose Bella Mer. The snorkeling was excellent in the creek and from the dock. Even saw a sea turtle!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

21 Feb 2024

Wonderful vacation Spot

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: We had an amazing time. The house was clean and very well kept. Plenty of space for 3 couples and a baby. The screened in porch is a beautiful additional living space. There are some life jackets , snorkel gear and a paddle board for use while there. Also plenty of beach towels. Beautiful and private. Enjoyed snorkeling directly off the properties ladder in the cove just south. Light house beach was our favorite spot we visited on the island , worth the 2 mile walk on the beach. Such a beautiful quiet island. The host was Very nice and responded quickly.

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10/10 Excellent

Gwen H., Kansas, USA

30 Jan 2024

Wonderful stay 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: We loved Bella Mer! It was private and quaint — had almost everything we could have needed. Loved the back yard/ocean access. We enjoyed snorkeling around the point to the left and down toward Kemp’s Creek — we saw Teddy the turtle and stingrays, many fish, starfish, etc. It was fairly close to Governor’s Harbor (20 min) & maybe 30 min from the airport. We explored far north and far south, and this location made that convenient! The bed was SO COMFY too — one of the better ones we have ever slept on in a VRBO/Airbnb. If I were to give any tips at all, I would say that it would be handy to have scissors in the kitchen and bars of soap available for showering and also some drinking water, since the tap water is not recommended to drink. Finding the bottle and where to get water was a bit confusing but we figured it out with Tennielle’s help ($5.50 for a 5 gallon refill at a local store). Nice to be able to text her with questions! Handy! Thanks so much for a wonderful stay — we loved it!!!

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2/10 Terrible

William V.

15 Jan 2024

Our first impression was not a positive one

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I were disappointed in Bella Mer. We had read the positive reviews and decided to book on that and the view. We had reached out a week prior to our arrival to make sure they had a grill & propane, but the afternoon we arrived we purchased chicken & steak and were not able to use the grill because the igniter was broken. The WiFi was not working either. We did reach out to the property manager & she had the WiFi rebooted. The rental advertises paddle boards but they both have holes and one was unusable. The other we had to pump it up regularly. The beach chairs were broken. The pots & pans were very old and there was only one oven save dish. They didn’t leave any bottled water to start our week or dish detergent, hand soap, only two trash bags, no foil, only 1 paper towel roll. We had to purchase a lot of basic necessaries for bathroom & kitchen.The grill should be replaced. There was a slippery film on the tile so when entering the house we slipped walking around. They did come back and mopped the floor. They didn’t have any matches or lighter to light the candles on the porch to rid of the moquitos. We had to request more bath towels. Its not luxury but what made us book this house was the back yard view and access to the Caribbean. We will stay at a different property next time. We never felt comfortable and we shouldn’t have had to request what is advertised for what we were paying for. This is not an inexpensive house but the price should be lower for what is offered. We also had to kill a roach in one of the bedrooms the first day. This made us very uncomfortable thinking they made be more throughout the house.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

7 Dec 2023

Relaxing Paradise

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 stayed at Bella Mer November 25 - December 4. The location was accurate and is perfect for a relaxing getaway. Although we did read about how bad the roads were there, it was a little unexpected as to just how much. Tennielle was very helpful and told us about a different/better road to use. After a couple of days we were used to the conditions of all the roads anyway. The layout and amenities were perfect! The house was spotless and we absolutely loved the screened in patio!! We were provided with suggestions for activities and restaurants and found plenty of sunshine and beaches to enjoy. My only recommendation would be to call a restaurant (if there is a number) before traveling to it. We found many had totally different hours and days that they were open. Definitely having food at home for a back up is a bonus. We really enjoyed swimming at the house in our own private area too! The water was perfect!! Tennielle answered any and all questions promptly and was VERY helpful. We would definitely recommend this property to everyone.

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10/10 Excellent

John C.

29 Nov 2023

Secluded Waterfront Paradise

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

27 July 2023

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Bella mer

Excellent property, excellent location! We enjoyed our stay

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

26 July 2023

Love Nrlla Mar

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was as advertised. Place was clean and well stocked including beach gear. Property manager was excellent and very helpful! Very responsive. Only downside is the road to the Property, treacherous and long causing rental car difficulties. Overall, we had a great time in eleuthera.

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10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

21 July 2023

Fantastic 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: The house was clean and well stocked, with an incredible outdoor area where we could end each day relaxing in the water. We really enjoyed the stay.By far, the best selling point of this house was the backup generator. Power went out multiple times while we were in Eleuthera, and the generator here kicked on each time. We spent a couple of days in a different house where we had to sleep in the heat - we were thrilled when it was time for Bella Mer!The road to the house is pretty rough, but we got used to it quickly in our SUV. I'd recommend bringing sealable bags for any open food, as there were some ants that got into things a couple of times, but there was bug spray under the sink and that took care of it. Nothing you wouldn't expect at any house in a remote area.Would recommend the house - we loved the stay at Bella Mer!

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10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

12 July 2023

Fantastic location & wonderful amenities

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10/10 Excellent

Randy & Louisa R.

11 July 2023

Bellamazing!

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10/10 Excellent

TROY L.

7 July 2023

Hidden Gem

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

4 July 2023

Fantastic House and 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: We had a wonderful vacation and really enjoyed our time at Bella Mer. The house is very well appointed and is exactly as described and was immaculately clean upon our arrival . It has everything you might want or need to prepare your own meals. We especially enjoyed the dishwasher and clothes washer and dryer as we didn’t have to bring as much. The screened in porch is great for morning coffee and coming in from the water.Tennielle, the caretaker ,was very friendly and accommodating. She let us put our cold groceries in the refrigerator early as we were coming to Bella Mer from a few days in Rainbow Bay and had to check out there at 10:00am. The snorkeling from Bella Mer is fantastic! Go left and follow the rocky shoreline past the Kemp’s Creek opening about 100 yards. There are Protruding rocks with channels to swim through. We saw nurse sharks, sea turtles, huge crabs, starfish, sting rays and millions of fish. We snorkeled every day except our Lighthouse Beach day (highly recommend) and did two night snorkels, one night starting right in front of Bella Mer.Ten Bay beach is right around the corner and is a perfect calm beach. And lastly, the sunsets from Bella Mer are beautiful. We will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

30 May 2023

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Amazing

Third time staying here so we must love it. Its just the perfect little house for us. Modern and clean - and we love the location. Eleuthera is getting quite popular but still so many private beaches - get out and explore!

Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

16 May 2023

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Beautiful, Quiet and Comfy!

Bella Mer is such a pretty house with most any amenity you would need (even a wine chiller!). Very pretty interior with an amazing view! The beds were super comfortable and the a/c cooled the rooms quite quickly every evening. Lots of beach gear (although some better beach chairs would be our only request as that is a tough thing to bring but there were lots of floats to hang in the water). Tennielle was very attentive and quick to answer any questions we had. A great stay and we look forward to visiting again!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Katie B., lexington ky

14 May 2023

Bella mer

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10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

19 Apr 2023

Paradise

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10/10 Excellent

John K., Golden Colorado

14 Apr 2023

Amazing Home on Beautiful Bay!

Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2023

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8/10 Good

Rod K.

9 Apr 2023

Quiet Beautiful Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: Great stay. I'd recommend outside lawn furniture and a Smart TV. But we enjoyed it very much.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Melissa Y.

18 Mar 2023

Could not have asked for a better 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: This house is amazing! It has an amazing view, access to the water, TONS of water toys including water shoes, snorkel fins, masks, various floats, and even paddle boards. The house was very clean and stocked with all the necessities that we needed such as toilet paper, towels, and every dish you would need. The washer and dryer came in handy to wash the beach towels that are provided as well. The road is a little bumpy to get to the house but completely worth it. It also has a screened in porch which was a life saver and let us still be able to enjoy the view and being outside without getting bit by the dreaded no-see-ums that come out around dusk. We contacted the property manager about check out and she responded very quickly. I would definitely recommend this property to everyone. Queens bath and the blue hole at the north end of the island were amazing! All the food was amazing too!

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

13 Mar 2023

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First time in Bahamas/ Bella Mer!!!

This property is great! It has a perfect set up for a couple or a family or 3 couples. There is a ton of snorkelling gear at the house so don't bring anything unless you are particular of sizes but it seemed there were alot of options. One paddle board was deflated when we got there but we only used the good one anyway so no big deal (there was a pump there but i never tried). We saw all kinds of creatures in the water from little grunt fish, angel fish (gray), a nurse shark right at the ladder, a barracuda, and some turtles all from the porch! Also walk the driveway past the house and walk up the cliffs to watch the sunset! You can easily paddleboard to Ten Bay Beach as well and that is the perfect hang out when the ocean side is windy. We would come back in a heart beat! The beaches around governors harbor and south are great and be sure to do some research of maps before you go and while you are in route as maps and satellite images are the best way to navigate to some places like John Millars which has according to a british woman has STONKING good shells, which it 100% did! Go There and you will have a beach all to your self. Between Bella Mer, Lighthouse Beach, and John Millars, I could easily go back and do it all again! The only downfall of Bella Mer is the drive back to the house but every time we go back we said, Totally worth the drive!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023