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𓇼Elegant 2BR 2.5BA Villa w/Private Pool & Generator, near French Leave Beach!𓇼

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Sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot
A heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

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Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera
  • Haynes Public Library
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Twin Coves Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • OceanView Farm
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Governor's Harbour (GHB)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

𓇼Elegant 2BR 2.5BA Villa w/Private Pool & Generator, near French Leave Beach!𓇼

Tops House embodies the essence of contemporary island living and exquisite beauty. The home boasts spacious, open-plan living areas that transition effortlessly to charming front verandas and a private swimming pool on the side. Its rooftop deck provides picturesque views of the marine blue waters overlooking French Leave Beach at the bottom of the hill. Tops House is a proud member of the prestigious Governors Harbour Collection, a curated selection of premier rentals in central Eleuthera.

Tops House combines style and comfort seamlessly, boasting tall ceilings throughout that enhance its grandeur and spacious ambiance.

The property features a generously sized living and dining area, ideal for entertaining, complemented by a fully equipped kitchen. The great room connects to a veranda through two sets of sliding glass doors, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor flow. Additionally, a powder room/laundry room are conveniently located just off the main living space.

The two bedrooms at Tops House offer en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets, each providing access to a shared wrap-around veranda through sliding glass doors. The master bedroom features a luxurious king-size four-poster bed, while the second bedroom is furnished with twin beds that can be converted into a king with a mattress topper. For added flexibility, a single roll-away bed can be placed in the second bedroom to accommodate a fifth guest.

Outside, there are landscaped garden areas and decks as well as a small private swimming pool and patio area. At the guest's option, the pool can be heated for a fee of $250 per week.

Tops House has air-conditioning throughout, cable TV, high-speed wireless internet, washer and dryer, and an outdoor gas grill. Beach towels, beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and several cooler bags are also included with the rental for beach days away from home.

For parents travelling with infants and young toddlers, the property managers can arrange for a traveler crib/pack n' play, high chair, and beach toys available for your convenience.

Tops House can be rented along with other homes on the estate to accommodate larger groups. Daily housekeeping, a private chef, in-home spa treatments, and other services are always available for an additional charge.

The town of Governor's Harbour, a three-minute walk down the hill, has a charming collection of 19th century homes and churches overlooking its historic harbor. Buy fresh fish and lobster every afternoon from fisherman at the town dock, or visit the recently restored Haynes Library, which dates from 1897. Governor's Harbour has grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, two banks with ATMs, a bakery, gift shops, a dive shop, and a medical clinic. Friday Night Fish Fry in Governor's Harbour, is a weekly street/beach party that brings together all the tourists and locals with food, drink, and dancing in the street until late!

A stroll downhill from the estate in the other direction leads to French Leave Beach, one of the finest beaches on the island and one of the great beaches of the Caribbean. By foot, it’s about 8 minutes to French Leave, a mile-long crescent of pink sand which is literally deserted most of the time.

The island of Eleuthera is famous for its 100 miles of spectacular, deserted beaches. The snorkeling, diving, and fishing on the island are world class. Boating, surfing, and other water sports are also popular. There is excellent sightseeing as well. Eleuthera has vast caves, cliffs, a bottomless ocean hole, many unique beaches, historic churches and 19th century homes, and small villages to explore.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Lucayan Archipelago. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. A private pool and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washer/dryer
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
  • Steps from Lucayan Archipelago and 14 minutes on foot from Haynes Public Library
𓇼Elegant 2BR 2.5BA Villa w/Private Pool & Generator, near French Leave Beach!𓇼 offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The family-friendly 𓇼Elegant 2BR 2.5BA Villa w/Private Pool & Generator, near French Leave Beach!𓇼 also features laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Joy & Dom

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Elegant 2BR Villa w/ Private Pool Golf Cart for Beach Use!

𓇼Elegant 2BR 2.5BA Villa w/Private Pool & Generator, near French Leave Beach!𓇼 Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kim w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gilliam Trip

This place was amazing! Very clean, beds were so comfortable! I’d definitely stay again! I can’t say enough about the Hosts! They are amazing! Pics are just like place! We felt very comfortable and very safe with our stay here!!! I hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous home with a view

This property was exactly as described. It is, indeed, elegant. Location was fantastic -- easy to get to French Leave Beach on the golf cart provided, and an easy walk (or drive) to restaurants, grocery stores and such. We loved the house-- nice layout with enough space to find privacy when you want it and plenty of space to gather as a family comfortably. Bright and airy, the stylish decor is pitch perfect. The property manager was very responsive and welcoming, making us feel at home.And, a big plus on Eleuthera when the weather is rainy and very windy: the home has a generator! An important perk when the power goes off on the island. Would absolutely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome time/house

Everything was great! Golf cart really came in handy. Would def stay there again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tops House is TOPS!

First off the Tops House is amazing! Perfect for two couples with both rooms ensuite. The kitchen is fully stocked. We cooked 7 out of eight nights. The Eleuthera Supply down the hill has a great selection but is cash only.. Burrows is just down the main highway a couple of blocks and takes credit cards. And if you like fish make sure you get Hendrix's phone number from Dom. Dom and Joy were awesome. Informative. Always available but not intrusive at all. Dom's orientation on arrival was key to our great time on the island. Alabastar beach was our top choice but we also like Ten Bay and French Leave Beach. We chartered a 1/2 day with Captaib Bubba of Fishbone Tours. I would suggest you agree on a plan before you charter. We winged it, was fun to be on the water but could have been better. Two pieces of advice... bring lots of cash as it is very expensive and if you are renting a car be forewarned of the pot holes. We had TWO flats on the way in to Governors Harbour. And we saw at least 4 cars on the way back to the AP with flat tires. The good news is the locals are super friendly and helpful! All in all, Tops is TOP!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break

Better than expected
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P., Jersey City

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

Fabulous stay. Loved the house. Hosts were awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place!

Joy and Dom are terrific hosts! They were communicative through the whole process and nice to work with. The house was beautiful, updated and well appointed. The pictures are very accurate and the pool was relaxing. The beach right by the house was one of our favorites we visited.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIAN L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tops House at Governors Estate is the place to be in Eleuthera

At first we had our doubts for renting this property because of the many options you get for renting beachfront houses, however we decided to go to Tops House because the pictures showed a very nice House, just the way we like it ... and when we got there, guess what... the house is better than the pictures, every part of the house, every piece of furniture, linings, decoration, equipment, etc. no to mention an absolute cleanliness up to the detail. We felt soooo comfortable in every space of the house. In tops house you also get everything you need to go to the beach, beach chairs (many), beach umbrellas, portable coolers to pack your cold drinks, snorkeling kits for the kids, and more... A short 2' drive with the golf cart and you get to French Leave Beach, one of the most beautiful pink sand beaches we visited, with balanced waves (not too small, not too rough) that my daughters enjoyed very much. Don't hesitate in renting this house, you won't regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

taris h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magnificent Property!

The pictures online of the Top House do not do it justice; you must see it in person to get a true experience of houses' beautiful decor and design. All I can say is book a stay and you will not be disappointed by house or the wonderful staff that help make your stay worry free!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

We had a really great time at Tops House. It was well kept, updated, everything WORKED (even the air conditioning!). The decor is really nice and we felt as home. Kitchen was well stocked also. The hosts are wonderful and were available to us if needed - but otherwise invisible. I highly recommend choosing Tops House.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Seth A., Holly Springs, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place with great hosts.

Awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than the photos!

This house was such a treat. Big, beautiful beach decor, comfy beds and right in the heart of the town. We started and ended every day with a dip in the pool. Dominic and Joy had an incredible book of beach options and they were spot-on. Such a fabulous stay in Eleuthera. We’ll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

casey b.

Liked: Cleanliness

The property is amazing and so peaceful. You cannot go wrong renting this property!!

Loved the area. The restaurants are so amazing around the area. Everyone was so nice. The beaches are truly breathtaking. I recommend using island charter for an excursion to swim with the pigs ans feed the turtles.. A day in Harbour island is a must as well,
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori L., Dedham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection!

Sadly we left our home away from home yesterday and already trying to plan a trip back to Tops House! The location is perfect and the house very comfortable for the two of us. The house was exactly as you see in the photos and spotless which makes this a 5 star rental. The bonus is the resident kitty who visited us several times a day! Having the golf cart is a huge plus since the walk to French Leave beach in humidity and full sun could be challenging! Although there was construction at a lot next to the GH properties which started at 7 am, 7 days a week, it wasn’t too bad since we were gone all day. Don’t let this deter you from renting the benefits of the house outweigh the construction. A big thank you to Dominic and Joy (property managers) who were available at any time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of Paradise

We've been fortunate to travel and stay in Governor's Harbour on multiple occasions, and this was the nicest, most accommodating stay that we've had. From the house, to our hosts, Joy & Dom, to the owners, Kathy & Bob, all exceeded our expectations and they could not have been more gracious during our stay. Thank you again and look forward to our next getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

The Best Vacation I've Ever Had

Tops is tops. The house is modern, but equally comfortable and well-equipped. During our stay, we frequented restaurants, but mostly cooked in the wonderful kitchen. There were three of us, and the house has three bathrooms. There is a washer and dryer which came in useful toward the end of our amazing ten-day stay. Kathy and Bob, the owners, were incredibly helpful. When we arrived, there was a wonderful lasagne, wine, water, and beer waiting for us. Kathy came over and provided vital information, giving a cell phone to us for local calls, recommending markets and restaurants. We have so many favorites, from Friday night happy hour at Bacchus Fine Foods and Wine to the beautiful bay front restaurant, 1648. We loved getting cocktails at The Buccaneer, talking with locals, and eating breakfast at the bottom of the hill, at Da Perk. Tops is at the top of the hill in Governor's Harbour, a short walk west to groceries and restaurants or a short walk east to the beach. The house is centrally located on the island with all the amenities of home. We were able to travel north and south, to the Blue Hole (a 600 ft-deep swimming hole affected by the tides), to Rock Sound, which has a great grocery and liquor store (south), and then north to James Cistern, Rainbow Bay, Surfer's Beach, and to Hatchet's Cave (not to be missed). The snorkeling was shallow, but incredible at Rainbow Bay when the wind was blowing out of the east. LeoRose is a great roadside place on the Queen's Highway to sidle up to the bar for a drink, some pumpkin rice, and admire the Caribbean sea. Gregory Town has great shopping, Handmade in Bahamas was an amazing place. I got some Batik fabric. There is also a wonderful bakery, but nothing rivals the bakery in Governor's Harbour. Don't miss out. It's scrumptious and SUPER affordable. Also, go to Island Farm (south, but not far from Governor's Harboour.) Just down the road from Tops is the most beautiful beach on the whole island, French Leave. We snorkeled and swam there as much as possible. Tippy's Bar and Restaurant, on the southern end of French Leave is great for a cocktail with a stellar view. We meant to eat there, but didn't get to it on this trip. Next trip for sure! I can't say enough about Tops. The home, the landscaping, the pool, were fantastic, whether you want to just relax and stay central in Governor's Harbour or go off exploring, you can't beat returning to Tops.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Charles & Deb R., Bedford, Nova Scotia

Amazing!

We LOVED our stay at Tops House.....everything about the house was wonderful, it is very clean and well-maintained. The decorating is beautiful but also welcoming and comfortable. It is well equipped, has very comfortable beds and a great kitchen. The grounds are beautifully landscaped, the shaded decks lovely, the pool an added bonus and having a grill was great. Beautiful breezes flowed through the house, the evenings were so quiet and peaceful with beautiful stars in the sky. We have stayed at many rentals on a Eleuthera over the years and Tops is our favorite so far - we would gladly go back! Kathy and Bob are very lovely and friendly hosts, they take obvious pride in their properties. The location of Tops is perfect. Hilltop provides nice breezes. You can walk into town for supplies, bakery, exploring and quite a few restaurants and also in the other direction to beautiful French Leave beach. We recommend a vehicle for exploring and those times you would rather not walk or cart supplies/beach gear up the hill. We visited many beaches on the island and French Leave is our favorite with Ten Bay a great option if the waves are up on the Atlantic. Went to Preachers cave, Glass Window and Queens Baths, Harbour Island where we honeymooned many years ago was fun to visit for a day but we would not want to stay there, too busy (Sip Sip restaurant so good!). Don't miss the amazing bread, sauces and veggies at Island Farm and if you are up North there is a great little fruit and veggie stand in Bogue and a good sized grocery store near Bluff. So much fun, already planning next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2016