Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach
Cottage in North Eleuthera
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cottage rental
Orchid Cottage is a fully air conditioned, bright and lovely Bahamian cottage, on Old Banks Road steps from the Atlantic Ocean beach. It is surrounded by swaying palm trees, beautiful foliage, and tropical flowers. Walk two minutes from the front deck and a magnificent ocean view unfolds.
Upon arrival, our property managers will meet you at the Banana Beach Estates gate. You will be greeted with complimentary Bahamian drinks and appetizers. Our staff is utterly lovely, and they make every effort to make sure you are well taken care of.
The open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen areas allow your entire group to interact during cooking, eating, and family activities. The turquoise and pineapple accents bring a coastal feel to the cottage. The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need to prepare your meals and it offers the convenience of a washing machine. The cathedral ceiling gives the cottage an airy feeling. Enjoy the Smart TV with access to your Netflix account or use our Fire Stick with numerous international and local channels as well as FREE Pay Per View movies. Connect to the web by way of free internet.
One bedroom has a queen bed and the second has a king bed, that can be converted into two twin beds. The entire cottage is equipped with ceiling fans along with a/c units in the bedrooms & loft. Beautiful linens, bath towels, and beach towels have been carefully selected to make your stay comfortable. Between the two bedrooms is a coastal three-piece bathroom. The large walk-in shower has sea glass, shells, and pebbles from the Atlantic Ocean embedded in the floor. An additional shower is located outside by the deck.
Enjoy relaxing on the outdoor sectional, drink your morning coffee or sip on an island cocktail, as you listen to the ocean's waves lapping on the shore. In the evenings, the deck is a terrific location to gaze at the infinite numbers of stars in the dark Eleuthera sky. The charcoal grill can be used to prepare the most delicious fresh fish, as the kids play on the grass, or family members take a wonderful walk along our cottage road. Enjoy the tropical location of Old Banks Road, get away from the crowds, and marvel at the variety of tropical flora and fauna.
A short walk along the path takes you to one of the most amazing, pink sand beaches in the world. Bring along the beach chairs and a cooler to enjoy hours and hours of fun. Your first sighting of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean will take your breath away. This incredible beach can be traveled for miles. Spend your day tanning, shelling, wading by the reef, snorkeling, watching the dolphins, boogie boarding, or building sandcastles. A short drive away is French Leave Beach, Twin Coves, the Naval Beach, and the calm waters of Cocodimama. The choices are endless.
Plus, you are only a short walk from Sky Beach Club, with Pascal's Restaurant, Sammy’s swim-up bar, oceanfront infinity pool, hot tub, and resort amenities. And Orchid Cottage is only a few minutes' drive from the lovely town of Governor's Harbour, with its century homes, restaurants, stores, and library.
If you require more space, our three-bedroom house (Shangri-La) is also available. It has an open concept design with soaring ceilings and is located a short distance from Orchid Cottage. Each property offers nice privacy, with large palm trees and foliage between the two. Shangri-La and Orchid Cottage would allow your large group extended space and privacy.
Upon arrival, our property managers will meet you at the Banana Beach Estates gate. You will be greeted with complimentary Bahamian drinks and appetizers. Our staff is utterly lovely, and they make every effort to make sure you are well taken care of.
The open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen areas allow your entire group to interact during cooking, eating, and family activities. The turquoise and pineapple accents bring a coastal feel to the cottage. The kitchen is equipped with everything you will need to prepare your meals and it offers the convenience of a washing machine. The cathedral ceiling gives the cottage an airy feeling. Enjoy the Smart TV with access to your Netflix account or use our Fire Stick with numerous international and local channels as well as FREE Pay Per View movies. Connect to the web by way of free internet.
One bedroom has a queen bed and the second has a king bed, that can be converted into two twin beds. The entire cottage is equipped with ceiling fans along with a/c units in the bedrooms & loft. Beautiful linens, bath towels, and beach towels have been carefully selected to make your stay comfortable. Between the two bedrooms is a coastal three-piece bathroom. The large walk-in shower has sea glass, shells, and pebbles from the Atlantic Ocean embedded in the floor. An additional shower is located outside by the deck.
Enjoy relaxing on the outdoor sectional, drink your morning coffee or sip on an island cocktail, as you listen to the ocean's waves lapping on the shore. In the evenings, the deck is a terrific location to gaze at the infinite numbers of stars in the dark Eleuthera sky. The charcoal grill can be used to prepare the most delicious fresh fish, as the kids play on the grass, or family members take a wonderful walk along our cottage road. Enjoy the tropical location of Old Banks Road, get away from the crowds, and marvel at the variety of tropical flora and fauna.
A short walk along the path takes you to one of the most amazing, pink sand beaches in the world. Bring along the beach chairs and a cooler to enjoy hours and hours of fun. Your first sighting of the turquoise waters of the Atlantic Ocean will take your breath away. This incredible beach can be traveled for miles. Spend your day tanning, shelling, wading by the reef, snorkeling, watching the dolphins, boogie boarding, or building sandcastles. A short drive away is French Leave Beach, Twin Coves, the Naval Beach, and the calm waters of Cocodimama. The choices are endless.
Plus, you are only a short walk from Sky Beach Club, with Pascal's Restaurant, Sammy’s swim-up bar, oceanfront infinity pool, hot tub, and resort amenities. And Orchid Cottage is only a few minutes' drive from the lovely town of Governor's Harbour, with its century homes, restaurants, stores, and library.
If you require more space, our three-bedroom house (Shangri-La) is also available. It has an open concept design with soaring ceilings and is located a short distance from Orchid Cottage. Each property offers nice privacy, with large palm trees and foliage between the two. Shangri-La and Orchid Cottage would allow your large group extended space and privacy.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Family friendly
Map of North Eleuthera
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Reviews
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been staying at Orchid Cottage since 2013. It's in a perfect location on the island.The owners give above and beyond to make your stay the very best. The property managers are also wonderful. Always a phone call away. The cottage always smells so clean and fresh.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our stay at Orchid Cottage was wonderful. Checking in was a bit rough and we had a few issues with our car rental, but after that everything went smoothly. We had our own private beach, the cottage was clean and comfortable. All of the people on the island were very friendly and helpful. The change of pace and the peace on the island was definitely needed and appreciated. Most of the restaurants we went to were great. The food is expensive but of good quality. We enjoyed exploring everything Eleuthera had to offer. Renting a car so that you have full access to the island and checking out some of the wonderful foods trucks is a must!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have had the pleasure of staying at Orchid cottage five times over the years and it never disappoints. The cottage is always top notch spotless when we arrive and we are greeted by the caretaker whom is a seasoned pro. It is located on Old Banks road, which in my mind is the best place to be as it is very quiet and steps away from pink sand beach. The cottage is very comfortable making it a pleasure to hang out and cook fresh caught fish, do some island crafting and enjoy a cocktail.Our three weeks was perfect, but never seems long enough. Until next tyme Island of Freedom. ❤️🇧🇸❤️
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had the pleasure of staying at Orchid Cottage for the month of February. Place was as advertised. A well-maintained cottage with everything you could need for your stay. Set on corner of Old Banks Road and a gated road. Very little traffic and 100 yards for the ocean. Lachandra is an outstanding hostess. Also rented my car from Lachandra. The entire process was seamless. Is a great location on the island. About 4 miles north of Gov. Harbor. Just a short drive to 1648, Buccaneers, Tippys, The Deck, and gas station, grocery store, and liquor store. A perfect spot for those looking for a place to land at night and regroup for the next day.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Total peace and quiet, the sound of the waves from the beach and the serene location all helped to create the perfect getaway spot. The house is beautiful and spacious with everything I needed to either cook, relax, sleep and just chill out
4.0
My husband and I had an amazing stay. There was a slight mix up upon our arrival and the house was not ready for us when we arrived, but Lachadra came over immediately to help and we were able to stay at the larger property next door for a night which was nice. Orchid Cottage was the perfect size for my husband and I and had all the necessary amenities. We spent our time exploring the island via the rental car provided. Someone met us at the airport with the car and it was extremely convenient and a quick process. We visited Preachers Cave, The Sapphire Blue Hole, The Queens Baths, and several beautiful beaches including Ten Bay which I highly recommend. Pascal’s Restaurant is a quick trip down the back dirt road adjacent to the house which was fun! The best part of the stay was the breathtaking private beach just a couple minutes walk from the house. Crystal clear water, the softest pink sand you’ve ever stepped foot on and awesome snorkeling. We only saw a couple people on the beach the whole week! The beach chairs, snorkeling gear and towels provided were very appreciated. My tips for those who visit Eleuthera for the first time would be explore the island!, bring bug spray (and wear it), and know that it is totally normal for the power to go off several times during your stay (it never lasts too long). Thank you so much for sharing your home with us! We shall return
5.0
Wonderful!! This is our second time staying at these properties and the decor location and cleanliness is perfect for us! The owner is very accommodating.we will be back!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our week respite at Orchid Cottage. The place was lovely and well equipped. The front porch was a lovely place to gather to start and end the day. Location was great to explore north and south. Would definitely stay there again.
4.0
Nice stay close to a beautiful beach. Water was amazing.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The Orchid Cottage was the perfect, cozy and clean place for our 3 days spent in Eleuthera. We were welcomed with a snack, water and cold Bahamian drinks. The cottage is a 2 minute walk to a beautiful beach that was basically private. The hosts provided beach chairs, towels, snorkeling gear and more! They were also extremely helpful with suggesting places to go, and answering all our questions. We also felt very safe as the cottage is located in a gated community. We had a great experience and would highly recommend. Thank you!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The Orchid cottage is equipped with all that is needed for a most comfortable stay. Beautiful touches to a space well cared for. Spent a great deal of time on the front porch curled up with a good book listening to the roar of the Atlantic. The beach and the swimming absolutely incredible! Old Banks road is the perfect pathway for a stroll to visit Pascal’s, the neighbourhood bar and grill where you will be welcomed like an old friend! We had a most wonderful time!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
For us this vacation rental was an excellent choice. Private, tropical, steps from the ocean and old Banks Road yet under 10 minutes from groceries and great spots to eat. Nicely decorated and appointed. Ample size for our family of four!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Orchid Cottage is a light, peaceful gem. The house is steps from the Atlantic -and you fall asleep listening to the waves. We particularly enjoyed the porch for watching birds, reading, drinking coffee. Governor's Harbor is minutes away. Highlights include the Buccaneer's Club (the best conch fritters) , Island Farms fresh vegetables and bread, Location gift shop, and a day snorkeling and fishing with Big Mac. The house is just as pictured and includes everything you might need. Lachandra was welcoming and helpful. This was our first time in Eleuthera, and we can't wait to return.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family loved our stay at Orchid Cottage. It fit our family of 4 and the location was perfect. Right in the middle of Eleuthera so we could easily head north or south. You can't beat the beaches of Eleuthera!
5.0
A perfect getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love the cottage! We've been staying here since 2013. It is perfect for our needs. Close to the Ocean and GH, which has restaurants, grocery stores, gift shops, gas and more. And it's in the middle of the island so not far to go to beaches north or south.
The property managers are the very best. They have become friends over the years. You will not find better owners. They truly want you to have the best experience during your stay. And will do everything
to remedy any concerns you may have during your stay.
The cottage is clean and has everything you need for
meals, sleeping and going to the beach. We continue to recommend the cottage to all our friends and family.
The property managers are the very best. They have become friends over the years. You will not find better owners. They truly want you to have the best experience during your stay. And will do everything
to remedy any concerns you may have during your stay.
The cottage is clean and has everything you need for
meals, sleeping and going to the beach. We continue to recommend the cottage to all our friends and family.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love the cottage! We've been staying here since 2013. It is perfect for our needs. Close to the Ocean and GH, which has restaurants, grocery stores, gift shops, gas and more. And it's in the middle of the island so not far to go to beaches north or south. The property managers are the very best. They have become friends over the years. You will not find better owners. They truly want you to have the best experience during your stay. And will do everythingto remedy any concerns you may have during your stay.The cottage is clean and has everything you need formeals, sleeping and going to the beach. We continue to recommend the cottage to all our friends and family.
5.0
Adventurous Solitutde
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Orchid Cottage and the island of Eleuthera were wonderful. The cottage itself is spacious for a couple or a family with small children and has everything you would need. Perfectly located near to the beach for early morning walks. A rental car is most definitely needed to get around and for adventuring as there is lots to see on the island.
5.0
PERFECT
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Once again this cottage did not disappoint. To us this is the best location on the island, old banks road is so peaceful. The cottage and grounds are, clean, warm, inviting. We considered this our home away from home, our two weeks are never enough. Already booked next year !!!❤️❤️
2.5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Once again this cottage did not disappoint. To us this is the best location on the island, old banks road is so peaceful. The cottage and grounds are, clean, warm, inviting. We considered this our home away from home, our two weeks are never enough. Already booked next year !!!❤️🇧🇸❤️
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Orchid Cottage was the sweetest spot for our holiday on Eleuthera. Centrally located near Governor’s Harbour we were a short drive from the market, shops and restaurants. The within a 1 minute walk to the beach was awesome. We enjoyed our low tide and Old Banks Road walks. The owner, Shawna, was so kind and accommodating - answering all our questions and providing great guidance and recommendations. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
5.0
Loved it!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Orchid Cottage was the sweetest spot for our holiday on Eleuthera. Centrally located near Governor’s Harbour we were a short drive from the market, shops and restaurants. The within a 1 minute walk to the beach was awesome. We enjoyed our low tide and Old Banks Road walks. The owner, Shawna, was so kind and accommodating - answering all our questions and providing great guidance and recommendations. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
5.0
Couldn't be more perfect. Exceeded expections.
Eleuthera is the perfect island to stay if you like laid back life, the most beautiful pink sand deserted beaches and the nicest friendliest people in the world.(we have visited over 40 countries). Groceries and restaurants very expensive though. Orchid cottage is in a good location for exploring. Exceptional well equipped..you'll find Everything you'll need.
The ONLY negative we fou s was that the path to the beautiful beach was too difficult to manage with beach chairs. But we are old and there are so many others to visit.
Denis and sandy
Vancouver, BC
5.0
Lovely cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This cottage was perfect for our family vacation. Close to an amazing beach, and very homey. It was definitely what we needed to relax, and unplug from the world.
2.5
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:This cottage was perfect for our family vacation. Close to an amazing beach, and very homey. It was definitely what we needed to relax, and unplug from the world.
2.5
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:As we returned for another stay at Orchid Cottage we were impressed with all of the improvements that have been done. The towels are excellent! The little details of dishes, drawer pulls, pillows, flamingo potholders .... everything shows such love and care put into this home. Working with Eleuthera Vacation Rentals is always easy and a pleasure. Quick response time and excellent service. We were just two people and Orchid Cottage met all of our needs. We can hardly wait to return to Eleuthera!
5.0
A happy return
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
As we returned for another stay at Orchid Cottage we were impressed with all of the improvements that have been done. The towels are excellent! The little details of dishes, drawer pulls, pillows, flamingo potholders .... everything shows such love and care put into this home. Working with Eleuthera Vacation Rentals is always easy and a pleasure. Quick response time and excellent service. We were just two people and Orchid Cottage met all of our needs. We can hardly wait to return to Eleuthera!
2.5
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:We stayed one week at Orchid cottage, amazing stay, great house, super well maintained, management super friendly and helpfull, great location, 2 min from amazing beach. We are already planning our next stay there.
5.0
Orchid cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed one week at Orchid cottage, amazing stay, great house, super well maintained, management super friendly and helpfull, great location, 2 min from amazing beach. We are already planning our next stay there.
5.0
Orchid Cottage Stay
Lovely small cottage. Accurate listing. Very clean and welcoming. Would recommend
5.0
Amazing experience!
Quaint, adorable, perfect location to breathtaking beach accesses. Quiet, safe, walk to beach. We truly can't say enough good things about our stay at Orchid Cottage! We will be back next year!
5.0
Adventurous Solitutde
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Orchid Cottage and the island of Eleuthera were wonderful. The cottage itself is spacious for a couple or a family with small children and has everything you would need. Perfectly located near to the beach for early morning walks. A rental car is most definitely needed to get around and for adventuring as there is lots to see on the island.
5.0
We love Orchid Cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been vacationing at Orchid Cottage since 2013 and plan to return next year. The cottage is perfect for our needs. Close to the airport, Governors Harbour and great restaurants. The owners are fantastic. Shawna wants to be sure you always have a wonderful stay and everything you need. Chad and Barry are the best property managers and wonderful people. We continue to recommend Orchid to all are family and friends.
5.0
We love Orchid Cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been vacationing at Orchid Cottage since
2013 and plan to return next year. The cottage is perfect for our needs. Close to the airport, Governors Harbour and great restaurants. The owners are fantastic. Shawna wants to be sure you
always have a wonderful stay and everything you need. Chad and Barry are the best property managers and wonderful people.
We continue to recommend Orchid to all are family
and friends.
2013 and plan to return next year. The cottage is perfect for our needs. Close to the airport, Governors Harbour and great restaurants. The owners are fantastic. Shawna wants to be sure you
always have a wonderful stay and everything you need. Chad and Barry are the best property managers and wonderful people.
We continue to recommend Orchid to all are family
and friends.
5.0
A glorious week in Governor's Harbor
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Orchid Cottage was very 's location to restaurants and activities on the island was perfect!..Just a short walk to the white sand beaches and deep torquoise Waters of the Atlantic!..Absolutely wonderful!
5.0
A great vacation,
Because there was a group of us we used the Orchid Cottage mainly for sleeping and spent time at the Shangri-La. The cottage was light, airy, tastely decorated and self sufficient, The four of us could have stayed there quite comfortably. The property was beautiful and we liked that we could walk to the ocean. The location was ideal, a short drive to Governor's Harbour where we bought groceries, had lunches and dinners and visited the Haynes Library (est. 1897). We drove to both the southern and northern parts of the island exploring the beaches and enjoying the beautiful scenery.
5.0
Amazing experience...want to go back!
Wow...just wow...words can't describe our fantastic time in the Orchid Cottage on Eleuthera Island. This is truly a paradise. We are a family with 2 young children from The Netherlands and we wanted a place 'away from it all' in a natural environment. This is THE place!
The cottage has everything you need. The kitchen has every kitchen utility you can think of, they provide you with bed linens, (beach) towels and they even have beach accessoiries for you to use to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Our local hosts, Barry and Lachadra (they also have a very reliable car rental business) were there to help us in case there were issues. We had a small issue with hot water, but they immediately came to the cottage to fix it. We also met the owner, Shawna. She is so welcoming and kind. She and her family do everything they can to make your stay pleasant.
The location of the cottage is ideal: not directly AT the beach (so fortunately no direct wind and salt), but just a few steps from it, surrounded by a beautiful garden with a lot of palm trees. You can hear the waves from the deck. The cottage is located very central on the island, ideal for exploring the whole island.
On walking distance (via Bank's Road or just walk the beach in southern direction) you'll find Pascal's / Sky Beach bar; a very friendly place where you can use the swimming pool, the hot tub and order great food against fair prices. They even have a pool-bar, which means you can drink at the bar while being in the swimming pool.
Some favorite beaches close by are Coco di Mama, Ten Bay, South Palmetto Point and of course Banana beach; that is the beach that is just steps away from the cottage. Whenever the Atlantic side is rough, you can just go to the other side of the island (3 miles) where you'll find very shallow waters. Our sons (1 and 4 years old) had the time of their lives.
This island is a place for all those people who wants to enjoy nature, beaches, quietness and those who accepts the "island life": groceries are quite expensive, not everything you want is available and the roads are sometimes pretty bad because of all the weather/sea impact. But who cares: the people are so friendly, the weather is great and you are in a very safe and beautiful natural place. What else do you need?
PS: A special shout out to Julianna Parker, who was so helpful and sweet in the process before booking the cottage. THANK YOU JULIANNA!
4.0
Cute, cozy, beach cottage...perfect for relaxing!
We just arrived home from staying at the Orchid Cottage for almost 2 weeks. It was a quiet, convenient location and it was perfect for the 4 of us. It was clean, comfortable and just what we expected from the descriptions and the pictures. We had some issues with the municipality having to work on hydro lines and water lines that caused some inconvenience with low water pressure and no electricity from time to time for the first few days, but the property managers were the best!! They were extremely helpful and responded to our questions and concerns immediately. The cottage has everything you need to have a great vacation. We'll probably be back for another stay.
4.0
Great vacation
Nice place
5.0
Centralized Location
This is our 4th stay at Orchid Cottage and we love the cottage and its location. It is in the center of the island which makes it easy to visit locations in the north and south. It's a
short walk to the beach which we love. Groceries, gas and beverages are always close by
as well as places to eat. The owners are very accommodating and want to be sure you
have everything you need for a great stay. They also have wonderful property managers, Chad and Barry. They too want your stay to be the best. We recommend Orchid and Shangri-La to all our friends and can't wait for our 2018 vacation.
Julie & Ric Strohecker
Chesapeake, VA
5.0
Perfect Eleuthera cottage!
A quick note about this review - it is based on expectations according to the property listing and information provided by the owner. I am not comparing to other properties or my version of the 'ideal' vacation home. I have to start with the rental process, which was simple and pleasant as always when working through Eleuthera Vacation Rentals. Matt, Juliana, and Tara are the best and represent a fantastic collection of properties. They are professional, friendly, responsive, and so helpful. We had the pleasure of meeting Matt on this trip and he is such a great guy! The whole team is a pleasure to work with and I look forward to planning our trip with them every year. The owner of Orchid Cottage, Shawna, was also great to work with. She provided lots of useful information about the cottage before we left and kept in contact during our trip. I had a few questions after settling into the cottage and Shawna responded immediately. Shawna also made one of the best suggestions ever during this trip - to arrange through the caretakers, Barry and Lachadra, to have an authentic Bahamian dinner prepared just for us (so delicious and a highlight for sure!). Speaking of Barry and Lachadra, they are super nice people. Lachadra welcomed us to the cottage with a big smile and hugs in that special Eleuthera way! They made sure we had everything we needed.
The cottage was just the right size for my wife, teen daughter and me. It is not new, but was clean and fresh, and has that special something that only comes from age...lots of character. My wife is an interior designer, so aesthetics come into play when we are choosing a place to stay. Orchid Cottage is bright and cheery with comfortable furnishings and tasteful decorations. The bedrooms have air conditioners, which we used a few times at night, but otherwise the cottage catches a steady breeze during the day with windows open (we also had perfect weather during our stay, so that helped, I'm sure). The loft area is a storage space and not really usable by guests, but my daughter still wanted to hang out up there! I only mention that because I don't think it is obvious from the pictures or description. The beautiful beach is so close and it was nice not to have to pack up and drive every time we wanted our toes in the sand. Oh yeah, almost forgot...great front porch. Loved listening to the palm trees in the breeze. Orchid Cottage was just what we hoped it would be - already planning our next visit!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in North Eleuthera?
The average price for a rental in North Eleuthera is $652 per night. This rental is $336 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Orchid Cottage - Colorful Bahamian Cottage Steps from Pink Sand Beach?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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