Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana

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View from dining area & front door to ocean.

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Amenities
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Location
Host

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Queens Hwy, BS

Twin Coves Beach9 min walk
Hut Point Beach7 min drive
OceanView Farm7 min drive
Governor's Harbour (GHB)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Other

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Casuarina Bay is an exceptionally beautiful, secluded hideaway on the island of Eleuthera, in the Bahamas. Just two lovely properties share this very private protected bay on the Atlantic, skirted by miles of pink sand beaches.

The house has spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean, amidst a picturesque grove of coconut palms, colorful hibiscus, fragrant frangipani flowers, sea grape, passion fruit, papaya and Casuarina trees.

This beachfront vacation cottage is built of cedar in an open hexagonal design, with a high ceiling and a sleeping loft, ideal for children. Eight arching windows provide magnificent views, and open onto a wrap-around 360 degree deck with outdoor shower. There's a split level A/C unit. On the beach we have a thatched cabana with comfortable lounge chairs.

Perfect for a honeymooning couple or a small family, this rustic Round House is charmingly and comfortably furnished, and has been described as 'the hidden treasure of Eleuthera'.

This is the perfect place for the adventurous traveler and for those who enjoy taking in the exquisite beauty of this magical island.

Snorkel for hours right in front of the house on the pristine coral reefs. Catch your own lobster and feast on them while watching the full moon rise out of the ocean. Awake to the gentle sound of the breeze rustling through the coconut trees.

Ocean-lovers will find some of the best snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming in the world. Underwater visibility is up to 100 feet, with water temperatures ranging between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Easily accessible, Casuarina Bay is just one hour by air from Fort Lauderdale, and only seven miles from Governors Harbour airport. It is located 1.5 miles northeast of the quaint village of Governors Harbour, one of the oldest settlements in the Bahamas.

Property manager

Taja McKinney

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Welcome to Mon Soleil, located directly on world-famous French Leave Beach. The house is filled with light and ocean views.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and cycling.

Queens Hwy, BS

What's nearby

Twin Coves Beach - 9 min walk
Hut Point Beach - 7 min drive
OceanView Farm - 7 min drive
Queens Bath - 10 min drive
French Leave Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

Buccaneer Club - 4 min drive
Tippy's - 10 min drive
Hot Buns Bakery - 5 min drive
1648 - 5 min drive
Da Perk Cafe - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana located?

Nestled on the beach, this Governor's Harbour holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Central Eleuthera Beach. Twin Coves Beach and Haynes Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Kirby W., Carlisle, PA

26 Apr 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Rustic getaway with beautiful views

Eleuthera beaches are some of the most beautiful ones we've ever been on. And this house is within walking distance of some awesome ones including the pink sands of the French Leave beach. The house itself was pleasant to stay in with some big fans that kept the air moving. The house is definitely an open-air concept. Even the bathroom doesn't have a door on it. The property does need some maintenance and cleaning. We could not get the oven part of the stove to work, the books (especially the ones upstairs) are filthy and moldy, the one cabana chair is missing a leg, the "sorta private fence" of the outdoor shower is falling down, etc. etc Also, this place is not nearly private as we were expecting. I should have paid more attention to some of the other reviews that mentioned this. There is another house only steps from this one that is also rented out. So just keep in mind that other folks will be there and talking, etc. just outside your front door. The laundry room is in the other house and shared with other guests. The cabana is also mentioned as private, but that only means it's yours to use, but there is another one right next to it, something that of course is not mentioned or shown in the pictures. All in all, if you have the right expectations coming into this place, you'll enjoy staying here. Eleuthra is a beautiful island and we really enjoyed our time here.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Homervansumerens@gmail.com V.

18 Aug 2021

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

Met and exceeded expectations

Unique property with a great backstory. Hostess was pleasant and not intrusive. The beach was steps away, with little to no foot traffic. The ocean and the snorkeling were a bit surreal... like living in a postcard. We spent most of our time in the cabana or in the water, enjoying Kalik and local fare . Doon and her family are activists working in the best interest of the island by educating the youth and speaking out against real estate development that will destroy the reef. That has nothing to do with this review, but it is commendable work and deserves to be noted

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

8 Jul 2021

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

Paradise!

Thank you Doon and Taja for an amazing and relaxing week in Eleuthera! We truly enjoyed our vacation. The property was beautiful and secluded. The beach is one of the best we have visited. It was fun to explore the reef. Every day was an adventure. It was so nice to unwind after this past year and a half. You both were so welcoming and thoughtful. We will definitely be back! The island of Eleuthera is truly a beautiful place and so welcoming to visitors. Hope to see you soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

21 Jun 2021

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

Awesome place to stay

If you are looking to stay at a new home that's like staying at a resort, this isn't the place for you. If you are ok with charm, solitude, uneven floors, driftwood for door handles, the occasional time when nature finds it's way indoors (some bugs and maybe a frog or two), this is your place. We had a great stay and will be back for sure. It was the escape from normal life we were looking for. The host was very attentive. We had a few issues that needed to be worked out and they were quickly taken care of which isn't always easy on a remote island. Thanks for a great stay.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

pat f.

19 Feb 2020

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

Eleuthera 2020

The location of the Round House was superb! Steps away from the islands finest beaches. Very convenient to Governor's Harbor and a great location for exploring the entire island. This unique house has a wonderful story but you must visit to hear first hand. We especially enjoyed the architecture of the house and the outdoor shower.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Taja McKinney

The McKinney family has lived in The Bahamas for generations. When she was seventeen, Doon was teaching school in a remote village in Botswana. She fell in love with the idea of living in a round house. When she returned to The Bahamas she decided to move from Nassau to the remote and untouched island of Eleuthera and build her own round house on a 14 acre sea to sea estate running the entire width of the island.

Why they chose this property

Everyone was a bit skeptical of this young woman clearing the land by herself and building a house with no electricity, running water, car or a telephone. Camping out every night on the site helped her develop an intense connection with the land and gave her the opportunity to build a house that was perfect for the location. She decided to build 11 foot arches on all five sides of the house to allow the ocean breeze to sweep into the house. She nestled the house among coconut trees and Casuarina trees where you can hear the sound of the wind in the trees and the waves on the beach. She surrounded the house with a garden full of beautiful hibiscus, oleander, seagrape, coconuts and other native flowers and trees.

It was a challenge for a woman with limited carpentry skills to clear the land and almost single-handedly build a house- having never built so much as a box. Doon persevered and used creativity to overcome many of the obstacles she encountered. While still working on the building of the house Doon married and had 2 daughters (Casuarina and Taja)- Taja was born right in the Round house before the midwife even found her way out to Casuarina Bay.

What makes this property unique

The location of the Round House is second to none. You enjoy ocean breezes throughout the house and the private thatched cabana offers stunning views to the beautiful beach.

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