Yellow Tail cottage with FREE Golf Cart

Aerial view
Interior
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(53 Ratings)

House in North Eleuthera

10 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

A lilting accent, part proper British and part rhythmic Caribbean, drifts on the breeze as the ferries chug in and out of the picturesque harbor. Golf carts clog the roads while the sun sets spectacularly over the surface of the Atlantic Ocean. It’s nothing special—just another day in the life on the island called Spanish Wells.
Spanish Wells is an anomaly in the archipelago of the Bahama Islands. It is hidden in the midst of many uninhabited cays that surround the northern tip of the island called Eleuthera. It’s a two mile long limestone rock that is home-sweet-home to the two thousand people that live there. These people are mostly blonde-haired and blue-eyed but this is not a long lost Viking colony. They are the descendants of the Eleutherian Adventurers who came to the Bahamas from Bermuda in the mid-1600s searching for religious freedom.
The adventurers’ search for freedom started out with a disaster when they got snared on a reef, but they found shelter inside a cave on the beach of a neighboring island. They struggled to survive by farming and eventually a few of the settlers decided to try a new location. They waded through the clear blue water to another island about half a mile away. That island was Spanish Wells.
These settlers bonded and grew through their religion and shared tribulations. They faced disastrous hurricanes and bouts of disease together. They leaned on each other for support and never left the island in great numbers. They had found their niche. They learned to depend on the sea for their subsistence. They became expert fishermen and the tradition has been passed down throughout the generations.
The fishermen run their boats using the same quiet efficiency that they were taught by their fathers. With new technology they’ve upgraded their fishing vessels but still use standard spears and often dive free breath. The young men of the island are continually taught and trained in the art of crawfish-ing. Fathers teach their sons to dive and shoot a spear almost as soon as they can swim- which is learned as soon as they can walk.
They have everything that they need on this little island perched in a quiet corner of the ideal vacation destination. The islanders are bound by family and religion.
While other small islands and towns over the world are experiencing a ‘brain drain,’ Spanish Wells is still abundant in young people. They don’t feel the need to leave what they feel is one of the safest and most beautiful places on this side of the globe.
So today, although tinged with technology, Spanish Wells operates in almost the same way that it has for centuries. It is still populated by descendants bearing the original settlers' surnames.
The islanders go about their days with a kind of sweet similarity. Spanish Wells and its people are a world apart from their own country. A Bahamian historian, Paul Albury, concludes that “Spanish Wells is a microcosm, a world unto itself, utterly different from any other part of Eleuthera, or of the Bahamas, for that matter.”
So, this tiny, hidden island, nestled between a busy harbor and an unspoiled stretch of pink beach, is found only by those people who go looking for it. It has stayed hidden for centuries, and that’s just the way the islanders like it. Why go looking for more when you are living in paradise?
To get to Spanish Wells you can fly in from Miami or Fort Lauderdale Florida.There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Florida Silver Airlines fly from Fort Lauderdale to North Eleuthera and then its american Airlines that fly from Miami to North Eleuthera.Then if you want you can fly into Nassau and take a short plane ride to North Eleuthera or you can take the fast ferry Bo Hengy that comes to Spanish Wells every day and that takes 2 and a half hour's.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(53 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
Had a great time and really enjoyed our stay. Nice location. Harbourside Rentals did a great job answering any questions we had and was very responsive to our needs. Golf cart was great. Will definitely be back!
5.0 / 5.0
May 2024
Very clean and well maintained. We loved the location as it was convenient to restaurants, ferry service and dock for boating. We would stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
May 2024
Yellowtail was a great home away from home on Spanish Wells. Sitting on the porch overlooking the water and watching the boat traffic was the perfect way to start the day each day. Everything about the booking/check in process was a breeze and any issue we had was addressed immediately. We would definitely repeat a stay at Yellowtail!
5.0 / 5.0
Feb 2024
We have stayed here several times and this visit we were surprised with new beds and furniture. A nice facelift. Sunrises from the deck are phenomenal. The harbour is active and fun to watch. Our golf cart was fast and even had Bluetooth speakers. Views from the decks cannot be beat. We will stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Nov 2023
We had an awesome stay at Yellowtail Cottage. The view of the harbor was great. The many different styles of boats coming in and out of the harbor was fun to watch. The management team and employees at Harborside rentals were very knowledgeable and helpful regarding where and what to do on Spanish Wells! We had a free golf cart and a discounted boat to explore the beautiful ocean and islands that are close to Spanish Wells. We will definitely be back to Yellowtail cottage!
5.0 / 5.0
May 2023
Yellow Tail never disappoints! We have stayed there a few times now and it is just a great place to stay especially if you have another couple. The 2 floors give you some privacy when needed and beautiful views when you just want to take a moment to relax and watch the passing boats! Andre and his staff are always so kind and helpful! Hope to book Yellow Tail for another vacation in the future! Thank You to Andre & his staff for a wonderful trip!👍See you soon Spanish Wells 🙂
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Apr 2023
This house is in a great location, quick drive to the beach, all day views of the busy harbor comings and goings which is high entertainment for us. The house is a bit dated but clean. The tile countertops with aged grout in the kitchen could stand replacement with fresh grout or a solid surface to help with cleaning, but over all it was a great house for the week. Check in was clunky as we came on a sunday when everything was closed and had to hunt around to find our go cart and keys to the house with no way to contact Mr. Sands. But we figured it out eventually. Beds are very comfortable and the linens are nice. Beach toys were plentiful at the beach location past the cemetary. Loved our time there!!!! DO NOT FLY SILVER AIRLINES....they are horrible at keeping schedules late in the day. If you must, take the first flight of the day they offer.
5.0 / 5.0
Mar 2023
Great location for anyone interested in harbor activities, very friendly and welcoming host, up high which was great for privacy

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in North Eleuthera?

The average price for a rental in North Eleuthera is $652 per night. This rental is $272 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Yellow Tail cottage with FREE Golf Cart . 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 Yellow Tail cottage with FREE Golf Cart pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Yellow Tail cottage with FREE Golf Cart ?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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