Renovated Private Beach Villa w/Pool, Ocean Views, Walk to French Leave Beach
Guest Rating:☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Vacation rental house. people8 sleeps, bed4 bedrooms, bath4 bathrooms. Pets: None
Haynes Avenue Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera 11111 BS (Geo: 25.199778,-76.238333)
Overview & Photos
This beautifully renovated and modernized Bahamian home retains its original grounds and garden, while enjoying modern comforts and conveniences. Driftwood sits on a hill with views of the ocean from the large upstairs master bedroom. A 5-minute walk down the hill takes you to the world renowned French Leave beach (formerly Club Med), while a 10 minute walk in the other direction takes you to the restaurants and shops in the village of Governor’s Harbour.
To enter the villa from the front, you pass the 10’x30’ private pool, up the stairs, and onto an expansive porch that overlooks the landscaped grounds and ocean beyond. At the front door you enter the open plan dining hall, with large windows in front and back to welcome the cooling trade winds and sounds of the ocean. The interior is light and bright, with white walls, tiled floors and wood ceilings. To the right is the open plan family room and fully equipped modern kitchen with granite countertops, gas cooktop, and stainless steel appliances.
To the left of the dining hall are two large bedrooms. The first is a large guest/children’s bedroom with twin beds (that convert to a king), a closet, and its own bath right across the hall. The second is the downstairs master bedroom suite with ensuite bath (bathtub and shower), two closets and a king bed. Both bedrooms access a private patio for enjoying the sights and sounds of nature in the morning sunlight.
The upstairs master bedroom suite is accessed from the stairway in the hall. It has a large balcony overlooking the grounds and ocean beyond, a large bath with double sinks, and a large walk-in closet and king bed. There’s plenty of room to relax and enjoy a good book or afternoon nap.
In addition to the 3 large bedrooms in the main part of the house, Driftwood has a separate, open plan studio with bedroom, bathroom, sitting room, closet and complete kitchen. The main entrance is from another private patio at the north end of the house; the second is a level entrance into the kitchen from the back garden. In addition, the studio bath has a low threshold shower for handicapped access. The main part of the house and the one bedroom studio are joined at the shared laundry room, equipped with large washer and dryer. The studio can be locked off from the rest of the house.
The back patio and garden area are accessed from the dining hall or the studio kitchen. It is private, protected from strong winds and enjoys afternoon sunlight, perfect for outdoor grilling. After a day on the beach, enjoy a dip in the pool and drinks on the front porch. Driftwood is beautifully landscaped with tropical flowers, palm trees, and fruit and nut trees.
Driftwood is just a short walk from town and nearby dining including the Buccaneer Club and Da Perk. Other nearby restaurants include Tippy's (a 4 minute drive) and the Sunset Inn (a 5 minute drive). The historic town of Governors Harbour has grocery stores, banks with ATMs, gift shops, liquor stores, dive shop, bakery, and restaurants. Buy fresh fish and lobster every afternoon from the fishermen on the village dock. And don’t miss Friday night fish fry, a weekly beach/street party that brings together tourists and locals for food, drink, and dancing in the street.
Driftwood is fully equipped to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Amenities include air conditioning in all rooms, WIFI, mobile phone, cable TV, Video and DVD player, pack n play, back-up generator, outdoor gas grill, beach & pool toys, beach towels, cooler, beach chairs & umbrella and more.
| Unit Name | Driftwood (Unit Code: Driftwood) |
| Property Type | House | Bedrooms | 4 |
| Beds | Beds2 King beds, 4 Twin beds |
| Sleeps | 8 |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| 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 | Fire Extinguisher, Deadbolt Lock, Outdoor Lighting |
| Custom Amenities | Outdoor shower, Back up generator, Beach chairs, Beach umbrella, Cooler, Medical Services |
| Suitability | Children Welcome, Pets Not Allowed, Smoking Not Allowed, Free Parking, Ceiling fans, Air Conditioning, Dedicated workspace |
| Entertainment | Television, Toys, DVD, Satellite or Cable, Laptop Friendly, DVD player |
| Pool/Spa | Private Pool, Unheated outdoor pool, Unheated outdoor pool private |
| Kitchen and Dining | Kitchen, Dining Area, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dishes Utensils, Stove, Toaster, Oven, BBQ, Cooking Basics, Dining table |
| Amenities | Internet, Air Conditioning, Free Wifi, Washer, Dryer, Parking, Hair Dryer, Linens, Towels, Essentials, Internet Access, TV, Safe, Private Entrance |
| Outdoor | Grill, Deck Patio Uncovered, Garden, Private yard, Patio, Patio Or Balcony, Garden Or Backyard, Beach Essentials |
| Sports and Adventure | Cycling, Deepsea Fishing, Fishing, Fishing Fly, Jet Skiing, Pier Fishing, Sailing, Scuba or Snorkeling, Snorkeling, Fishing Bay, Spelunking, Fishing Surf, Surfing, Wind Surfing, Kayaking, Snorkeling / Diving |
| Themes | Family, Luxury, Romantic |
| Car | Recommended |
| Location Types | Beach, Near Ocean, Ocean View, Ocean views |
| Attractions | Bay, Botanical Garden, Marina |
| Leisure | Bird Watching, Eco Tourism, Boating |
| Local Features | ATM Bank, Babysitting, Groceries, Waterfront |
| Family Friendly Amenities | Travel Crib, Pack n Play Travel Crib |
Rates & Availability
Reviews
Awesome trip!
Stayed ... days ending in March, 2025
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Elizabeth Godwin recommends this vacation rental.
Our location was perfect! French Leave beach is the closest and also the nicest! Misty was a great communicator and helped us with anything we needed!
AMAZING 11 day stay at Driftwood
Stayed ... days ending in May, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Jessica Edwards recommends this vacation rental.
Driftwood was everything we had hoped for and more! We loved being able to walk to French Leave Beach and the proximity of multiple restaurants from the house is a huge bonus. Misty was always available if we needed anything. We would 100% without a doubt stay here again.
40th Bday
Stayed ... days ending in March, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Ryan Dietert recommends this vacation rental.
Excellent vacation rental. Comfortable, spacious, best location on the island, central and great for exploring with a rental car. French Leave beach was the best beach we visited and it's right in your backyard here.
Great vacation at Driftwood house
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Chantal Beauchemin recommends this vacation rental.
We had a great time at Driftwood house. The house was pristine clean, well maintained and well equipped. The manager gave us an excellent service and was dedicated. The house has a good location close to a wonderful beach, close to restaurants and Governor’s Harbour facilities. We warmly recommend this property and won’t hesitate to come back.
Great family vacation
Stayed ... days ending in December, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Karen Kachadoorian recommends this vacation rental.
Close to the beach with plenty of room for family. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable seating areas inside and out. Nice pool and grounds.
Family getaway
Stayed ... days ending in December, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Mary Lou Stufano recommends this vacation rental.
We loved our stay at Driftwood. The house and property were perfect, spacious and comfortable for us and our 3 grown children and 1 significant other. The kitchen was well stocked with all items if you want to cook. Misty and her staff were very helpful and responsive especially as we were arriving at the end of a very bad storm. A few suggestions I might pass on to the owners as both an interior designer and a STR host is that a few additional comfortable pieces of furniture in the upstairs bedroom would b
Amazing House
Stayed ... days ending in December, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
paul wisner recommends this vacation rental.
It was awesome! everything was excellent with our stay
Great and relaxing Vacation
Stayed ... days ending in November, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Carola Urrestarazu recommends this vacation rental.
The house was lovely and so was the house manager, we loved the Villa and the location, Very spacious and full of nice appliances. We will certainly be back on this beautiful island!
Great Home Centrally Located in Eleuthera
Stayed ... days ending in August, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Kate Parsons recommends this vacation rental.
Beautiful and spacious home! Super clean and functional with a lot of kitchen appliances and cookware. Beautiful landscaping and inviting pool with ample lounge chairs. Outdoor seating/tables on porch and patio were welcoming. Umbrellas, coolers, and beach chairs provided were very convenient when heading to the beach. Manager was super responsive and helpful. Restaurants and beautiful beaches were close to the property. Has a generator in the event of island power outages. We loved coming home to t
Beautiful property & location
Stayed ... days ending in May, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Anthony Hooper recommends this vacation rental.
Certainly a wonderful place to holiday, stunning beach in easy walking distance and a short drive to the most beautiful and deserted beaches. Governors harbour is how I always imagined the Bahamas to be, photographs never quite catch it. The house was a dream although a little too big for three of us, Misty and her son were terrific and we felt in good hands. I would highly recommend Driftwood, especially for a family.
A lovely place to rest and explore
Stayed ... days ending in March, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Jeanne and Mark Osgood recommends this vacation rental.
Our family of 8 adults met on Eleuthera for a week in March. This was a return to the island after more than 30 years for several of us, and we were pleased that it has retained its charms and natural beauty. Driftwood House is very well located if you like spectacular beaches, charming towns, and a central location from which to drive and explore. The house is well designed, furniture is very comfortable, and the kitchen is well equipped. Visitors should know however that the water is from a cistern and is not potable. We drove to various food stores to refill 5 gallon jugs of drinking water every other day. The house was perfectly clean and is well cared for. We all enjoyed Governor's Harbor, the Friday night fish fry and conch salad stand, the library, nice restaurants, etc. We went to French Leave Beach daily, as well as other beaches. We jumped into the Sapphire Blue Hole, kayaked at Edwin's Turtle Pond, snorkeled on the way to the Schooner Cays, visited Harbor Island, and the Leon Levy Nature Center. We need to come back to do more exploring on this pretty island with such friendly people!
- Manager Response:
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Driftwood. Driftwood has town water, as well as a cistern for back up. Eleuthera does not have water-borne diseases like Mexico, so the water is typically potable, but most visitors drink bottled water anyway, just to feel secure.
Driftwood,governors harbour.
Stayed ... days ending in May, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
michael haughton recommends this vacation rental.
A most beautiful property inside and out.
Very convenient for exploring the island being more or less central.just idyllic