Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana
House in North Eleuthera
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
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.
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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Garden
Map of North Eleuthera
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Ratings and reviews
3.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
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
5.0 / 5.0
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!
5.0 / 5.0
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.
4.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
My friend and I enjoyed 5 beautiful days at The Round House this July, and we could not have asked for a better trip! This was my 3rd visit to Eleuthera in the last 6 months and the Round House is positioned perfectly along a stretch of isolated pink sand and clear water, only a couple of minutes drive into town and all of our favorite places.
From booking to check in and check out, Taja was so helpful and informative. We arrived without any issue to the stunning island charm of the Round House. The feeling you get when you step inside transports you out of everyday life and you instantly feel a sense of peace and island hospitality! It was clean, light and bright with personal family and Bahamian touches throughout. So incredible that this house was built by the owners, they did such an amazing job.
We took advantage of the well-equipped kitchen, cooking meals at home, as well as the outdoor shower looking out at the palms and greenery. The beach was private and amazing as usual. We sipped cocktails from the deck, kayaked to French Leave Beach and had wonderful sleep every night that had us up with the sunrise every day.
This was hands down my favorite place that I've stayed on the island and I will for sure be back!
5.0 / 5.0
Loved the location down the sand (not dirt!) path and the private beach. The home is great and you can hear the ocean waves from the bed at night. Only issue we had was that the bathroom shower is a bit old and needs to be carefully adjusted. The couches were quite old and not great but certainly usable - especially since it's on a small island I'm sure there are not a ton of ways to get new furniture there. Would definitely return. The homeowners were very responsive and helpful!
5.0 / 5.0
We were looking to enjoy a nice relaxing vacation and that is exactly what we got. The island of Eleuthera is a hidden gem. The beaches (which you almost always have to yourself) are absolutely beautiful, the locals are very friendly and the island is safe and so much fun to explore! We really enjoyed getting to know Doon during our stay and the kids loved playing with Bimini (her dog) every day! I highly recommend a vacation to Eleuthera! We can’t wait to go back!
5.0 / 5.0
We really love the rustic charm of the Round House, a hexagonal hand-hewn cottage with a warm ambience you don't find in a typical rental. We had the gorgeous, long beaches almost to ourselves, and when it was windy on this side, we just drive a short distance to a calmer beach on the East side. The owner, Doon, is an absolutely lovely person, who has lived there for many years, and is active in preserving the natural wonders of the sea and land of Eleuthera. This place is a unique treasure!
5.0 / 5.0
This is our third year at the Round House and we can't let go.....it is the BEST place to stay in Eleuthera!
My fiancé has gone on a kayak (fishing), in front of the home, and has caught blue runners, yellow jacks and yellow tails!!!! How cool is that?
Not only that, there is the best snorkeling also in front of the home...less than 10 feet from shore! Don't this twice...this is the place to stay!
5.0 / 5.0
My husband and I stayed at the Casuarina Bay Round House for our week-long honeymoon. We would absolutely recommend it to anyone interested in visiting Eleuthera!
True to its name, the house is circular, with gorgeous tall windows, a wrap-around porch, and very high ceilings. It felt quite spacious inside - a comfortable bed, living room area, dining table and chairs, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, indoor and outdoor showers, and a loft with two additional beds. Everything was clean and very well taken care of. The house was built but its owner, Doon, and is filled with personal touches - from shell collections to colorful photographs of the island.
The ocean was just steps outside of the door. The beach was secluded and peaceful - crystal clear water and a small reef just a little swim off the coast. French Leave Beach, which is about a five minute walk away, was also stunning. The cabana provided shade and was a great spot to dry off in the breeze and listen to the melodic hum of the waves. The beach was also beautiful at night - especially under the full moon.
The house is about a 5-10 minute drive to Governor's Harbour where one can access grocery and liquor stores, a gas station, and several restaurants. The backstreets in this area were beautiful with crisp white houses and overflowing vibrant flower bushes.
While some of these restaurants are a further drive from the house we would recommended Tippy's, Pascal's, The Rainbow Inn, and The Northside Inn. The Cove also offers day passes for access to their infinity pool, beachfront access, kayaks etc.
We spent our final day with James Dunham on a private boat tour - we swam with sea turtles, spotted Dolphins, tried our hand at spear fishing, and dove for conch shells and sea glass. We would definitely recommended something of this sort as another way to see all that Eleuthera has to offer!
5.0 / 5.0
We celebrated 6 gorgeous Eleuthera days at Round House. The highlight of our visit being a friendly dolphin coming to swim with us as we were snorkeling right on the beach in front of the house! We enjoyed Twin Cove and French Leave beaches also, which are within walking distance. Exploring several Caribbean side beaches, Governor's Harbour and all the sights to see on the north side of the island made our days busy, adventurous, and FUN. Having this beautiful cottage to come back to each day or just staying there all day and enjoying all that this place has to offer was just divine! Doon could not have been more helpful. She's a wonderful host! We can't wait to return!!
5.0 / 5.0
Terrific family vacation at the Round House away from all the noise! Spectacular secluded beach 20 steps away and right in between the famous French Leave and Twin Coves beaches. The snorkeling is world class - sea turtles, eel, shark, grouper and countless other tropical fish among large coral formations. Roundhouse was plenty adequate for our family of five with kids (12, 13 and 16) in the loft. Very warm and inviting space with the wood floors, walls and ceilings and furnishings. All in all, a really chill and comfortable place to be and hang out or with the Honda CRV rental to get out and explore all of Eleuthera....so much to see and do. Be sure to check out the fish fry in Governor's Harbor. Many thanks to Taja and Doon for all their hospitality. We hope to see you again next year!
5.0 / 5.0
My wife and I have stayed in many places around the world, and I must say that our 2 weeks at the Roundhouse was a truly wonderful experience and one of the best two weeks we have had.
This place is loaded with soul and charm. It is the opposite of a pre-fab condo environment. This is the real thing, built with creativity and love and reflects he owners artistic and joyful personality. It is also very comfortable and practical. Yes it is a bit remote, but that is a big part of its value. The beach and ocean there is stunning and almost entirely private almost all the time. The swimming and snorkeling there is terrific and safe.
The community nearby in Governor's Harbor, is small but friendly and interesting.
We used this time for relaxing, reading , writing, exercise and general all around rejuvenation and it was perfect for that purpose. We want to come back yearly now and try to keep that remarkable vibe going.
5.0 / 5.0
The Round House is the perfect romantic getaway - simple elegance, eco-friendly, and from practically anywhere in the house you have spectacular views and fresh ocean breezes. We were there the latter part of November and didn't need the AC at all - just used the ceiling fans and open (fortunately screened) windows. We enjoyed having the extra outdoor shower, especially post-swim and to rinse our gear. The fabulous wrap-around porch offers some shade option(s) any time of day, which is essential. It's not exactly on the beach, but great just the same for hanging out. The lovely cabana down the path was a great spot to hangout, sip coffee in the morning, read a book, and watch the waves. The beaches in both directions are spectacular, so it's easy to walk from the house and explore. The water was a bit rough during our visit, so some times we just went to the other side of the island, less than 10 minutes away. The Round House is off the beaten path, though close enough to restaurants and town to make outings easy and enjoyable. We recommend a 4WD vehicle for practically anywhere you go - the vehicle available at the Round House (for additional cost) provides good, simple function. We also appreciated that a cooler and freezer blocks were provided. The natural decor and personal touches throughout the house and grounds are beautiful. Really enjoyed our host - Doon - a perfect balance of respecting our privacy and offering us great service and friendship. We would definitely go back.
5.0 / 5.0
My husband and I stayed at the Round House for our 10th anniversary and it was everything we could have wanted and then some! Taja (on the front end) and Doon (during our stay) were amazing hostesses. The island itself is paradise - beauty, hospitality, kindness and peace were in great supply. We will definitely be back for another visit as soon as we can arrange it!
5.0 / 5.0
This house and vacation completely lived up to my personal expectations. It was small, secluded and absolutely beautiful! From the moment we arrived we were greeted by a welcoming group of dragonflies that circled our front door every day. The property was tranquil and provided us the opportunity to totally unplug from modern life and technology. If that's what you're looking for then you will love it!! The only downside was that we couldn't enjoy the mornings and evenings outside as much as we would have liked because of the voracious mosquitoes and noseeums. By the way, we have never before seen the milky way and star systems that we were able to see there due to the lack of light pollution. BREATHTAKING!!!! The owners were so helpful as well as Matt and Tara at Eleuthera Vacation Rentals. They were each so responsive and quick to help us on our journey to and from Eleuthera. The beach was a bit treacherous right in front of the house due to erosion and hurricane activity prior to our arrival, but we enjoyed the Twin Coves and Club Med beaches to the right and left of our beach and they were just a short drive/walk away. Wished the snorkeling would have been better, but maybe it was the wrong season for seeing a variety of underwater life (plus, we've been spoiled by Hawaii) We would definitely recommend this property to friends and family who enjoy rugged, get away from it all vacations! So much fun!!!
5.0 / 5.0
This was our first trip to Eleuthera. It is a wonderful cottage in a totaly romantic location. This place was the best for our family (2 kids, 12 and 14). We were on our own the hole holiday, it is all private. We caught a lot of fish direct in front of the house. We saw turtles, dolphins and even a manta ray came across! From the fishermen hat Governors Harbor you get the best lobster you can make on the barbecue! At night you can here the waves of the atlantic and you have a really specific view of all the stars in the sky. It is a really wonderful location to forget the rest of the world!
5.0 / 5.0
This was my third trip to Eleuthera and my third stay at the round house. It is such a wonderful cottage in a wonderful location. This year the cottage has had many upgrades including an outside shower which was great to be able to come back after a busy day at the beach and be able to shower straight away .Doon the owner has put a lot of time an effort into keeping this properity unique and this is reflected both inside and out. Once again i was blessed with the best weather for my stay , and am really looking forward to returning next summer:)
5.0 / 5.0
We stayed at the Round House 5 nights during the first part of our Honeymoon. I can honestly say we wished we had stayed there the entire time. The BEST location, PINK sand, DESERTED beaches, an attentive Host (Doon)and more superlatives than I have space to mention. My favorite spot was what we christened "the perch" overlooking the water, delightful breezes and the perfect spot to laze all day sipping rum drinks or a Kalik (which I did most days). We are already plotting our return trip.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in North Eleuthera?
The average price for a rental in North Eleuthera is $724 per night. This rental is $17 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Round House, 360 degree deck, on stunning private beach with private cabana?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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