Condo w/Views, Beach, Htd Pool, Golf Cart, Pickleball, Gym,Walk to Restaurant
Guest Rating:☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Vacation rental condominium. people6 sleeps, bed2 bedrooms, bath2 bathrooms. Pets: None
Queen's Highway Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera 11111 BS (Geo: 25.3177,-76.35382)
Overview & Photos
"Serenity" Vistas (unit 1B at the Buttonwood Reserve Oceanfront Condominium Resort) is a bottom-floor unit, that includes a full-surround two-ocean view, facing west over the Caribbean for the sunset and east to the Atlantic for the sunrise. Enjoy stunning ocean views from every room through eight-foot glass sliders and six-foot bay windows. The expansive private decks also feature spectacular sea views in every direction.
Buttonwood Reserve has access to two beaches. On the Atlantic side is a world-class, 3-mile-long pink-sand beach, pristine without a single house. It is accessed via our private, golf-carts only driveway. All condominiums at Buttonwood come with access to a fleet of golf carts at no charge. On the Caribbean side of our property, almost in your front yard, is a second beach. This beach is small and rather rocky, so not so aesthetic, but the water is as calm as a lake and this shore is perfect for snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing.
Our resort-style pool is just steps from your condominium. This beautiful landscaped pool is heated for comfortable swimming year round.
We just completed a new pickleball court!
Our mini-gym is equipped with a multifunction smith machine cage with precision linear bearings, an Olympic weight rack, dip station, and a cable routed pulley system. Guests also have access to dumbbells and a fitness/yoga mat. This is an open-air gym (fully roofed and with three walls).
The professionally decorated interior of this vacation rental is elegantly furnished, modern, warm and comfortable. The east end of the great room features a modern, open-plan, luxurious kitchen finished in stainless steel and black granite. The kitchen, dining area, and living room have magnificent ocean views in every direction, with water sparkling as far as the eye can see.
The master bedroom is features a large upholstered window seat with magnificent panoramic views of the Caribbean, a perfect spot to relax with a book or morning coffee, or watch the sunset over the sea. The master is furnished with a king bed and equipped with an en-suite full bath. The master has a private door leading to the deck over the Caribbean.
The guest bedroom also features a large window seat with a spectacular view, this one overlooking the Atlantic. The bedroom has a full en-suite bath (which can be accessed from the hall as well). It is furnished with twin beds that can be converted into a king.
Buttonwood Reserve comes with kayaks and a paddle board for use on the sea or in our pond. Bicycles are also provided for riding around the property or to town, less than a mile away. Our retired groundskeeper, Patrick, is an expert fisherman and will take you out fishing in his boat for a half day or full day (extra charges apply.) Grill your catch fresh on our outdoor gas grill near the pool. Other amenities include AC throughout, ceiling fans, and superfast Starlink WIFI.
Buttonwood Reserve is a 10 minute walk from three restaurants: Delish, Leorose Sunset Beach Bar and Grill, and Mel's Snack Shack.
Just a mile from Buttonwood Reserve is the village of James Cistern, which has three grocery stores, a town dock where the fisherman bring their catch every day, a produce stand, and Kel D's sports bar. James Cistern is also the home of Stubb’s famous barbecue, now called Tamarind Tree Grill, every Friday and Saturday, which is not to be missed.
Buttonwood Reserve is an easy 15-minute drive from Governor’s Harbour, the main town on the island. Governor’s Harbour has a charming collection of 19th century homes and churches overlooking its historic harbor.
Other restaurants in the area include Pascal’s at boutique resort Sky Beach Club, Tippy’s (international and fusion), 1648 Bar & Grille at French Leave (fine dining for lunch and dinner), The Buccaneer, The Rainbow Inn (steaks and Monday night brick oven pizza night), the Front Porch, Hot Buns bakery and sandwich shop, and Da Perk Café (café and sandwich shop).
Eleuthera is most famous for its 100 miles of spectacular, deserted beaches. The island, home to just 8000 residents, is safe and friendly.
| Unit Name | Buttonwood Reserve 1B (Unit Code: Buttonwood Reserve 1B) |
| Property Type | Condominium | Bedrooms | 2 |
| Beds | 1 King bed, 2 Twin beds, 1 Sofa bed |
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Pets | Pets not allowed |
| View | Ocean View |
| Cleanliness | Enhanced Cleaning Practices, Cleaning Disinfection, All towels and bedding washed in hot water that's at least 60ºC, High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant |
| Safety Features | First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher |
| Custom Amenities | Paddleboard, Beach chairs, Beach umbrella, Cooler, Medical Services, Pickleball, Golf Cart |
| Suitability | Children Welcome, Pets Not Allowed, Minimum Age Limit, Free Parking, Ceiling fans, Decked area, Air Conditioning, Hot Water, Private Living Room |
| Entertainment | Television, Satellite or Cable, Laptop Friendly |
| Pool/Spa | Communal Pool, Heated Pool, Heated outdoor pool |
| Kitchen and Dining | Kitchen, Dining Area, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dishes Utensils, Stove, Toaster, Oven, BBQ, Cooking Basics, Blender, Dining table, Barbeque utensils, Kitchen island |
| Amenities | Internet, Air Conditioning, Free Wifi, Washer, Dryer, Parking, Living Room, Fitness Room, Hair Dryer, Linens, Towels, Hangers, Essentials, Internet Access, Cable/satellite TV, TV, Linens provided, Safe, Towels provided, Gym, Private Entrance, Temporary Smoke Detector |
| Outdoor | Grill, Lanai Gazebo Covered, Balcony, Terrace, Bicycles available, Balcony/Terrace, Patio Or Balcony, Garden Or Backyard, Beach Access, Outdoor seating, Kayak |
| Accommodations | Dryer, Wifi |
| Sports and Adventure | Cycling, Deepsea Fishing, Fishing, Fishing Fly, Jet Skiing, Pier Fishing, Sailing, Scuba or Snorkeling, Snorkeling, Fishing Bay, Spelunking, Fishing Surf, Surfing, Swimming, Wind Surfing, Racquetball, Kayaking, Snorkeling / Diving |
| Themes | Family, Luxury, Romantic |
| Car | Necessary, Recommended |
| Location Types | Beach, Near Ocean, Waterfront, Beach Front, Beach View, Ocean Front, Ocean View, Water View, Beachfront, Lake Access |
| Attractions | Bay, Botanical Garden, Marina |
| Leisure | Bird Watching, Eco Tourism, Paddle Boating, Boating, Wildlife Viewing |
| Local Features | ATM Bank, Babysitting, Groceries, Waterfront |
| Family Friendly Amenities | Bathtub |
Rates & Availability
Reviews
Peaceful, Sweet vaction
Stayed ... days ending in March, 2025
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Patty Williams recommends this vacation rental.
The property was exactly as described on the website and in great shape. we had a water issue that the property manager addressed right away. The golf carts were all charged, there were enough chairs and beach umbrellas for all. We loved the music night at Lenrose on Thursday. It was a little more remote than we thought it would be, not understanding the travel time on the Queen's Highway.
Amazing Trip
Stayed ... days ending in March, 2025
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Casey MacVane recommends this vacation rental.
Our family just returned from an incredible trip to Eleuthera. The island was gorgeous, we appreciated all the info provided by the rental agency and Buttonwood was perfect for us. The best part was the access to both the Caribbean and Atlantic sides of the island on the property. The condo was everything we needed, Brent was helpful and we would definitely stay here again if we come back.
Buttonwood Reserve
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2025
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Stephen Sullivan recommends this vacation rental.
Great location, great views, nice well-stocked condominiums. Pickleball court was a great addition!
Great for large groups!
Stayed ... days ending in July, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Adam Fitzgerald recommends this vacation rental.
We brought a team of youth and adults down to the island to do some mission work. The accommodations were great for our large group - the main lodge provided enough room for our large group time and meals. Matt, Brett, and the entire team were super responsive. We would definitely stay here again!
A Quiet Retreat from Everything!
Stayed ... days ending in March, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Jason Cohen recommends this vacation rental.
We stayed for several weeks in February at Buttonwood Reserve. The weather was delightful. The house - Very comfortable and well appointed with incredible sea views. The Starlink highspeed Internet was blazing fast for us to work remotely and enjoy Netflix. We had a few very minor issues that Brett the property manager took care of immediately. Brett is an amazing person and resource giving us valuable insights from car rentals, grocery stores, restaurants and sightseeing. The golf carts are a great a
Our stay at Buttonwood Reserve February 2024
Stayed ... days ending in February, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
LINDA SKELCY recommends this vacation rental.
Overall I was very satisfied with the property. Very clean, nicely furnished. Brett and Smitty were very friendly and helpful. They even retrieved and opened a fresh coconut for me!
The only "complaint" I have is the condition and working order of the golf carts. The first cart we used had no working brakes and the second cart died on the trail to the Atlantic beach. but overall we enjoyed our stay very much.
Great place to stay!
Stayed ... days ending in April, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Reagan Herrington recommends this vacation rental.
We had a wonderful time at Buttonwood. The two beaches are gorgeous, and it was fun to have easy access to both sides of the island. We spent more time exploring the many nearby beaches and also took a boating tour with Captain Kid and Son, which was a highlight of the trip. Our favorite nearby beach was Gaulding Cay. Buttonwood is the perfect mid-island location for exploring all the wonders of Eleuthera. There are so many beautiful things to see, and it was perfect to come home to a comfortable, well-appointed condo in the evenings. I can't recommend Buttonwood enough!
A Memorable Family Beach Vacation
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
kathleen gensheimer recommends this vacation rental.
Eluethera Vacation Rentals offered amazing service and support prior to our family vacation in Buttonwoods. They could not have been more helpful. The materials and Welcome Letter were extremely useful and a good resource for the island of Eleuthera. The onsite property manager was also very service oriented. The beach was absolutely beautiful and very private, complete with a shipwreck to view. Having access to the gulf carts made it easy (and fun!) to haul all the young children and sand toys to the beach. (A bonus was all the beach toys and beach chairs stowed on site which was all available for use.) Overall, there were some issues with maintenance, which the onsite property manager attempted to address in a timely manner. One issue was the electrical circuits, which interrupted sleep at night. Every time the upstairs guest turned on their fans, the fans and lights in the downstairs unit automatically came on. If guests have different sleep schedules, the lights and fans coming on at various hours during the night can be disturbing. The frequent but usually short nocturnal power outages also interrupted sleep, not because of loss of electricity per se, but due to the noise created. Every time the power went out, the loss of electricity stimulated the safety alarm system which was stimulated again when the power came back on, resulting in being woken up by the flashing lights and alarms during the nocturnal power outages. Finally, as noted in the property brochure, beware of the No-see-ums, as they present a lasting itchy memory of the time in Eleuthera! Question: Would we come back? Absolutely!!!
- Manager Response:
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and that Eleuthera Vacation Rentals took good care of you. We are so sorry for the electrical issues during your week. There was a fire at the Hatchet Bay electrical plant, which provides electricity for the island, and this caused the series of outages that week. It's not normally that way! The property manager is addressing the issue with those alarms going off when the power comes on, and is fixing the problem with the programming of the remote controls for the ceiling fans and ceiling fan lights.
Buttonwood vacation
Stayed ... days ending in December, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Gianfranco Feraco recommends this vacation rental.
The only thing you should do is to increase the light in the master bed room... the light is too low to be able to put on make-up.
beautiful hidden Gem,
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Linda Assouline recommends this vacation rental.
beautiful comfortable condo with all amenities, gorgeous views central location
we loved our stay. bring bug spray.. noseeums are a nuisance in the evenings.
Pam is simply amazing and very responsive with great tips on things to do on the island. Mark is fantastic, kind and responds to your needs witihin minutes. everything was perfect! Thank you!!
Unit 1b Buttonwood Dec 2021
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Nelson Vieira recommends this vacation rental.
The location and property in amazing. It exceed our expectations. The view from unit 1b is awesome. You can see the see from bed in the master bedroom. I would recommend you book this unit for your stay. Pool area was relaxing and the pool was always clean. They were fixing the heater so the first few days the water was cool but still nice to swim in.Love that he property is close to both Govenors Harbour and James Cistern so lots to do if you want. The island is so beautiful and you can do lots of day trips from Buttonwood. I would highly recommend unit 1b for its spacious layout and beautiful views of the sun rises and sunsets over the Caribbean Sea.