Great place if you want a quiet, relaxing, uncomplicated vacation!

My girlfriend and I stayed for 7 days in early October. We should have stayed longer. Spanish Wells itself, is a neat little island. Everything slows down. It is not crowded and built up like a tourist area usually is. You can travel every where on a golf cart, which is included. It is very safe and the views are amazing. Do yourself a favor and book a boat tour with captain smiley. The scenery you see will leave you speechless. The villa is clean with everything you need. It is on the beac, but has some small vegetation between the villa and the beach. The beach itself is gorgeous. We cannot wait to go back

We spent one week at Conch Shell Villa at the end of August 2022. We had a wonderful time. The house is in front of a beautiful beach with turquoise, warm and quiet waters populated by sea turtles. We enjoyed the sunset long walks on the beach till the nearby sand banks. The house is fully equipped with everything you might need and even more (kayaks, paddle board, boat, golf cart etc) and the manager was very welcoming and helpful. The island is very safe and everyone was very kind with us. The restaurants nearby are excellent (we tried the shipyard, the wreckers and the sandbar), the grocery store very close. The boat excursion with seaventure was the best part, we saw so much marine wild life and breathtaking sceneries. We loved this relaxing vacation on this paradise island! Paola & Guido

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My husband and I took our boys (ages 24, 27) for a family getaway. This was a perfect place because it was a very laid back place with plenty to do. The owner arranged our transportation from the airport to the home. We sincerely appreciated her hospitality and incredible service while we were here. Having a private beach with chairs, kayaks, bicycles, and a boat was incredible. We used the boat to explore other small islands, cliff jump and swim in some of the most beautiful clear turquoise water that we have ever seen. We used the grill for several dinners and found everything we needed in the kitchen for cooking. We rented a golf cart to get around on the island and I would highly recommend it! The local places to eat and shop were great and people were most friendly. We did a half day charter with Brent to snorkel, go to the swings and a really cool sandbar. We saw turtles, rays, lots of fish and even a few sharks! This is the absolute best vacation we have ever taken! I would highly recommend this wonderful place for anyone wanting a relaxing of the beaten path, tropical beach vacation.

My husband and I took our boys (ages 24, 27) for a family getaway. This was a perfect place because it was a very laid back place with plenty to do. The owner arranged our transportation from the airport to the home. We sincerely appreciated her hospitality and incredible service while we were here. Having a private beach with chairs, kayaks, bicycles, and a boat was incredible. We used the boat to explore other small islands, cliff jump and swim in some of the most beautiful clear turquoise water that we have ever seen. We used the grill for several dinners and found everything we needed in the kitchen for cooking. We rented a golf cart to get around on the island and I would highly recommend it! The local places to eat and shop were great and people were most friendly. We did a half day charter with Brent to snorkel, go to the swings and a really cool sandbar. We saw turtles, rays, lots of fish and even a few sharks! This is the absolute best vacation we have ever taken! I would highly recommend this wonderful place for anyone wanting a relaxing of the beaten path, tropical beach vacation.

Spanish Wells is a very friendly and safe island. The house was perfect for our family and we used the kayas and bikes daily. We went fishing with Brent and caught many fish. Swimming, snorkeling and paddle boarding by the house is great. We saw turtles and even a Manatee one evening. We fell in love with the island and hope to return soon. Thank you for sharing your beautiful house with us.

Need better kitchen equipment. Furniture is way tired

Very clean absolutely loved the porch had coffee there every morning Used the charcoal grill almost every night! Having the ability to use the boat was awesome I loved using the kayak Just an overall relaxing time Brent and Kalina took care of arranging transportation from airport to ferry to the house totally seamless 👍👍👍

Will be back next year. It was the best vacation because of the relaxation and the beautiful waters. Very relaxing.

For a quiet beach vacation in an unbelievably beautiful location I can not imagine a better option. Soft white sand beach with shallow water and not a soul in sight. Sitting on the patio looking at the turquoise sea is a delight. The house is simple and comfortable with everything you need... Great washer and dryer, good internet. Lorraine, Brent and Kalina we're incredibly accommodating and helpful.

We all were very disappointed to have to leave this amazing place. This home has some of the best views that I have yet to see. The moment we walked through the door, we noticed it was very clean, smelled good, & had a comfy feeling to it. We were greeted when we first arrived & shown around the property. They were very nice & thoughtful. We used the kayaks, paddle board, the boat for a little bit, & to get around the island we rented their golf carts. It was an awesome experience for all of us! The house is pretty much set up with the essentials. We took the sea tour with SeaVentures, which was a different kind of an amazing experience. We did some snorkeling, stopped on a sand bar in the middle of nowhere & got out to pay in the water, looked at some deserted islands, & cliff jumping (well only one us jumped...the rest of us chicked out). Capt Smiley is awesome & Kalina (I hope I remember her name correctly) is super sweet. They both went out of their way to make sure we had a great time. They even brought us some fresh mangos (we loved them) to try. I can not say enough about the place. The views are perfect, the water is so clear, the people are super friendly, and the atmosphere is laid back. You can't ask for anything more!!! We will definitely be back!

We had a wonderful month at the Conch Shell Beach Villa. The house sits on a beautiful beach with mostly calm and shallow crystal clear water. We saw lots of sea life there. The house is very cute with absolutely everything you need. It’s clean and everything works perfectly. We had one issue with the internet and Lorraine got right on it and it was fixed within 24 hours. Both her and Brent were very attentive and super helpful at all times. We also rented a golf cart from Lorraine. Easy as 1, 2, 3! Loved everything about our stay there. Highly recommended!

Loved taking long walks around the island by the water. Paddle boards were fun to use. Our 2 days with Uncle Robs Adventures was so fun and will definitely use him again!

What a awesome surprise. Everything was arranged for us with out even asking . Taxi ferry golf cart . If you looking for a place to relax have privacy this is it . Host and din supper helpful . One of the best weeks in our life’s.

We had an absolute perfect honeymoon. If you want quite, secluded and breath taking views this island is the spot for you. Our house was more than enough for us and would be great for a family. We enjoyed our days out on the boat exploring the waters and other beaches. Golf cart is perfect for zipping around Spanish Wells. Everyone on the island is very friendly and helpful. There are several places for eating out and a well stocked kitchen for cooking you own meals. Lorraine and her crew have it down to a science and keep you well informed before you arrive and most helpful during your stay. I can't say enough good things. We are in the process of booking our anniversary trip and looking forward to returning to The Conch Shell Villa!!

We spent 11 nights at Conch Shell. Our family of 5 (three kids ages 5, 8, 11) loved the island, beach and house. The beach and water around the house are great and we got a lot of use from the Skiff, kayaks and paddleboard. If you are looking for very low key, relaxing and family beach time, this house and location is great.

This was our second visit to Spanish Wells and both times Lorraine and her staff have made the visit a breeze with regards to taxi pick up and buying groceries for our first day (the grocery stores are closed on Sunday). The house is located on the quiet side of the island and is very, very clean. Loved sitting on the porch looking out over the spectacular water views. The only down side to the house seemed to be the water pressure, was a bit low. The beaches are second to none, the people - warm, friendly and very helpful. It has the feel of stepping back in time. Can't say enough good things about it all.

Where in the world do I start? Spanish Wells was our destination choice for this trip simply because my husband and I needed a true "get away" from everything, to completely disconnect it that's possible from our busy work at home. We took books, and planned to do nothing other than to rest and relax in the water, on the water and on the beach. This was by far the BEST beach we have ever been on. The seclusion, privacy, peace and quiet were unmatchable. The only sound was an occasional seagull and the waves crashing. Absolute heaven. The house was stocked with everything we needed to get by for a week. We arrived a little later in the day on the day before Bahamian Labor Day, so Lorraine advised us to run to the grocery store before unpacking bc they wouldn't be open the next day. We got enough staples to last the week, with the exception of water and ice, we did have to return for those a couple of times. We were not looking to explore or get off of Spanish Wells, so truly each day was spent either on the beach or on the boat. We snorkeled twice off The Devils Backbone. My most exciting day was snorkeling that turned into a starfish hunt. I love starfish and we found several. I also snorkeled right in front of the Villa and found several conch, one starfish and several sea urchin shells. My husband had packed his kindle and read the days away either on the beach or under the palapa. We tried kayaking but the days we chose the water was really too strong so we didn't do much of that. We really enjoyed the use of the boat! We really only ate at 2 places The Shipyard and Buddhas. The food at The Shipyard is really good, but the atmosphere at Buddhas is great! We did happy hour there and had really great food...if you're a burger fan you must try the slurger burger. You cannot beat the chill laid back atmosphere of this iconic little island. The people are wonderful friendly people, and so accepting of tourists. We felt like we had stepped back in time to the late 60's early 70's where life was so simple, fun, safe and friendly. They wave from their porches, cars, and especially the golf carts. That was my favorite part of the trip, that you could get around on a golf cart so readily. I could say more, but the most important thing to say is this. Don't wait, don't worry it is a no brainer. Conch Shell was perfection for us!

We had a lovely week at Conch Shell Beach Villa! This was our first visit to the Bahamas island of Spanish Wells. We try to avoid the "hotel scene" as much as possible, and the reason is because there are places like this one to rent. First of all, the property is absolutely beautiful with lovely trees and flowers, all beautifully maintained-- so relaxing to be in such beautiful surroundings! We took full advantage of all the amenities. The bicycles were great to have and we used them to get our morning exercise by cruising around the island. We did lots of exploring with the boat and found an awesome swimming/snorkeling cove about a mile past Ridley's Head. Brent was so nice to us and even took the time to take us on a short boat ride so we could get familiar with the boat. We spent a lot of time enjoying the lovely white sand beach -- great for adults but also perfect for anyone that has little kids! I think we only counted about 10 people on the beach the entire week! The golf cart (optional/extra charge) was so convenient and a fun alternative to a full size car (which would have been overkill for an island this small!)-- great to have to head down to the Shipyard for dinner (great drinks and seafood!). Also, Budda's Snack Shack is a "do not miss"--- doesn't look like much, but they have great food and Budda comes around to each table to introduce himself (AND they have a resident parrot!). Have to also thank Lorraine for arranging all of our land/water taxi transfers to get to and depart from the island which all went off smoothly with no problems! A word of advice to anyone coming to Spanish Wells-- don't use the tap water to make coffee (tap water is salty!)-- get bottled water at the grocery store. Also, given that this is a small island and grocery selection is limited, I recommend bringing any items you can in your suitcase (we did this and it helped to eliminate some of the sticker shock at the grocery!). We are looking forward to a return visit to the Bahamas sometime in the future. THANK YOU, Lorraine and Brent!

What an amazing island home. The listing, photos, description, travel representative and caretaker were exactly right on the mark! The house (really well equipped kitchen) was lovely with amazing porch, view and access to the ocean. Arrangements to and from North Eleuthra airport seamlessly handled by Lorraine ( travel rep.) We never left this island. Bikes, golf cart and boat in great working order. Great vacation spot for quiet vacation. Not many shops on this island and a few small resturants (heard other islands close by and accessible) had more to offer in these areas. We were quite content to kayak, ride bikes, sun bathe, read and nap. Note: for people interested in snorkeling, bring your own equipment as there are no venues for renting equipment. Wish we had known. Maybe listing could note that. Thanks for a great vacation!

My husband and I spent our honeymoon at Conch Shell Villa and loved it! The property is private and beautiful. We spent a lot of time on the beach and in the boat. Travelling the island in the golf cart was so easy and convenient. Definitely rent a cart! The listing was as described with no surprises! The house was very comfortable and clean. We had everything we needed/expected.

We just returned from a week's stay at Conch Shell Beach Villa on Spanish Wells and we are still basking in the afterglow of an awesome vacation! The villa was cozy, clean, and exactly as pictured here. We were pleasantly surprised to find a jug of water and a loaf of fresh baked bread upon our arrival. The bread was incredible and made the most delicious French toast. We cooked all of our meals at the villa and the kitchen had all the pots, pans, and utensils we needed. The washer and dryer were a big plus! We never turned on the AC. We left the windows open with the fans running and always felt comfortable. The view from the verandah was gorgeous! To enjoy the verandah to its fullest we recommend you bring or buy bug spray. This is a tropical island after all and, like everywhere else, the mosquitos like to come out after the brief afternoon showers. Not a problem if you’re prepared. The boat was great for fishing and exploring. We took it out each evening to bob around in the water while watching the beautiful sunsets and moonrises. We even got to see a GPS satellite launch from Cape Canaveral from our beach on a clear night with a full moon. Amazing! The optional golf cart rental is an absolute must. The beach was fantastic with white sand, loungers, and kayaks. We would be on the beach for hours – either in front of the villa or walking – and would not see a single soul. Incredible! Lorraine was very helpful in arranging the rental and round-trip transportation. She even picked us up from the ferrry herself the day we arrived. Brent was extremely friendly and made sure we had everything we needed to make our vacation memorable. The large grocery store, Food Fair, has everything you need for home cooked meals and anything else you might want/need. We were surprised at the large selection of items you wouldn’t expect to find on such a small island. Budda’s on 12 Street sells beer and alcohol. And if the fish aren’t jumping on your hook there are a couple of places you can buy it – Ronald’s or Bernard’s for example. Lorraine's son even stopped by one day to see if wanted any fresh Mahi Mahi. Spanish Wells is not for everyone. If you need bars, nightlife, shopping, or other entertainment then look elsewhere. But you want deserted beaches, lazy days exploring by either boat, beach, or golf cart - and can make your own fun - then we highly recommend Conch Shell Beach Villa. A perfect vacation for us!

We had an amazing vacation at this house in Spanish Wells! It was our first time to the island and the house was perfect. We had 4 adults and it was very comfortable and spacious. The outside deck with table just extends the living space. We cooked almost all of our meals and enjoyed the trips to the local shops, especially the fresh baked bread everyday! Having the kayaks and boat allowed us to explore the nearby islands and do some great fishing. I would highly recommend this for anyone that wants a true island getaway. The local people were very nice and it was fun exploring in the golf cart. We can't wait for our next trip back!

Lorraine made all the arrangements to get us from the airport to the villa and back. The villa was just as described and shown in the pictures -- a very pretty, clean and comfortable place to stay. The beach is beautiful, the yard is gorgeous, and the mattresses were the most comfortable ones we've slept on away from home. The kitchen is very well equipped, and the washer/dryer were great to have. The boat that went along with the rental was wonderful, and we spent hours out on the water every day, fishing, snorkeling and sightseeing. Lorraine and Brent answered all our questions and were very helpful. We recommend this property in the most glowing terms! Spanish Wells is a wonderful place to visit. We rented a golf cart as well, which was great for tootling around the island and going across the bridge to Russell Island.