Heart & Soul pool-breathtaking view-serene garden

Entire home in Governor's Harbour, Bahamas

  1. 7 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Ken
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 years hosting

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Dive right in

This is one of the few places in the area with a pool.

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Great location

Guests who stayed here in the past year loved the location.
Refresh Your Heart & Soul! Discover the Heart and Soul House, your exclusive getaway just north of Governor’s Harbour on beautiful Eleuthera Island. This retreat sits atop a hill, capturing cool breezes and offering stunning views of the water. Enjoy the expansive garden, take a dip in your private pool, relax on the covered porch, and soak in the breathtaking vistas of both the Atlantic and Caribbean seas. Experience paradise like never before!

The space
Enjoy the vast and sprawling private botanical garden, which features a variety of native and exotic plants, colorful flowers, and fruit trees. The garden includes a walking path and plenty of outdoor seating areas where you can relax. You can also cool off and unwind in the private pool, shaded by trees, while inhaling the delightful scents of blooming flowers.

Inside, turn on your favorite Bob Marley album and enjoy the bright, open-concept living area and modern, updated kitchen. Savor a cool drink and a Caribbean-inspired meal on one of the handmade driftwood stools around the large center island. Kick your feet up, open the windows, and enjoy the tropical breeze, or turn on the air conditioning for a cozy retreat.

Each bedroom is equipped with ultra-quiet, split-level air conditioning, a spacious closet, and a comfortable queen-size bed with luxurious, high-thread-count bedding. The Master Bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with a large tiled shower. The guest bathroom is bright with natural light and decor, also featuring a large tiled shower. Both showers boast deluxe, spa-type shower heads and excellent water pressure, along with on-demand hot water.

Guest access
This is a single family home on 2 private lots. The house, garden, and pool are exclusively for guests to enjoy by themselves.

Other things to note
Eleuthera is truly a gem, offering a delightful escape from the fast pace of everyday life. A quick flight from Florida brings you to this enchanting island, perfect for unwinding with family and friends. The Heart and Soul House is beautifully situated at the heart of Eleuthera, providing seamless access to everything this tropical paradise has to offer, including over 100 stunning beaches, many of which are wonderfully untouched. Here, you can often find your own peaceful slice of paradise.

Whether you’re an adventure seeker or in need of relaxation, Eleuthera has something special for everyone! From eco-tourism to exhilarating activities like scuba diving, shark diving, jet skiing, and snorkeling, you’ll find plenty of ways to create unforgettable memories. Just a short 5-minute drive away is Governor’s Harbour, where the vibrant Friday Night Fish Fry awaits. Dive into some mouthwatering Bahamian jerk pit meat, fresh conch salad, grilled fish, and refreshing tropical drinks while enjoying the lively atmosphere and dancing under the stars!

The Heart and Soul House also offers inviting amenities for your enjoyment. Picture yourself relaxing by the pool or in the lush botanical gardens, sipping a cool drink while basking in the gentle sea breeze and taking in breathtaking views of both the Atlantic and Caribbean oceans. With its tranquil surroundings, this neighborhood is a safe and peaceful retreat for the entire family.

Getting to Eleuthera is a breeze! You can easily fly direct to North Eleuthera Airport (ELH) from various locations in the U.S. or connect through Nassau, landing just a quick 5-minute drive from the house via Governor’s Harbour Airport (GHB).

Lastly, keep in mind that the Bahamas requires VAT (Value Added Tax) on short-term vacation rentals of fewer than 45 days. Get ready for an amazing getaway!

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Ocean view
Beach access – Beachfront
Kitchen
Wifi

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Rated 4.92 out of 5 from 119 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera, Bahamas

Water access is a quick walk or drive in either direction. At the bottom of the street, there is access to great snorkeling on the Caribbean side. The swimming area has a large cement pad on the coral and a swimming ladder to ease in and out of the perfect blue water. You will find reef teaming with tropical fish, sea stars, and beautiful coral right as you enter the water. Eleuthera has over 100 beaches. Many of the top rated beaches are a short drive from the house, including Twin Cove, French Leave, Ten Bay, Cocodimama, or find one of the many others to have all to yourself.

Enjoy the warm, refreshing, crystal clear water just a short walk from the house. You can take a short drive and go fishing or on a boat tour. Go visit one of the many caves. No matter what you decide to do you will be sure to enjoy breathtaking scenery all around and up and down the island.

From the Heart and Soul House, you can easily take a day trip North to Harbour Island or Spanish Wells. Be sure to stop by the Island Made gift Shop in Gregory Town, see the Glass Window Bridge, Queens Bath, The Cliffs, The Cow and the Bull, and the Hatchet Bay Caves. You can also head South for a day trip and visit the Island Farm, the Ocean Hole in Rock Sound, the Marina at Cape Eleuthera, or see the world famous Lighthouse Beach on the Southern tip of the Island. There are no stop lights or traffic anywhere on the Island, so just enjoy the scenic drive (be sure to drive on the left side of the road).

Meet your host

Superhost
219 reviews
4.89 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
Born in the 70s
Where I went to school: Stanley Lake High School
We are an easy going, down to earth, family of 6 who lived many years in the Bahamas. Originally from Colorado we love the outdoors including hiking, backpacking, camping, rock climbing, fishing, skiing, snowboarding and snow shoeing. We also love the sun, beach, and Island life. Most important to us is our faith and relationships with others. We love to make new friends and to enjoy spending time with our family and friends! We are an adventuresome and traveling family that loves to get off the beaten path!
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
7 guests maximum
Safety & property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm