Condo w/Views, Beach, Htd Pool, Pickleball, Golf Cart,Gym, Walk to Restaurant
Guest Rating:☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Vacation rental condominium. people6 sleeps, bed2 bedrooms, bath2 bathrooms. Pets: None
Queens Highway Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera 11111 BS (Geo: 25.317514,-76.353975)
Overview & Photos
"Casa Dos Vistas" (unit 1D at the Buttonwood Reserve Oceanfront Condominium Resort) is a top-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. 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. The snorkeling, diving, and fishing on the island are world class.
| Unit Name | Buttonwood Reserve 1D (Unit Code: Buttonwood Reserve 1D) |
| Property Type | Condominium, 1600 square feet | 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, Smoke Detector, Outdoor Lighting |
| Custom Amenities | Paddleboard, Beach chairs, Beach umbrella, Cooler, Medical Services |
| Suitability | Children Welcome, Pets Not Allowed, Smoking Not Allowed, Free Parking, Ceiling fans, Decked area, Air Conditioning, Hot Water |
| Entertainment | Television, DVD, Satellite or Cable, DVD player |
| Pool/Spa | Communal Pool, Heated Pool, Heated outdoor pool, Outdoor pool shared, Heated Outdoor Pool Shared |
| Kitchen and Dining | Kitchen, Dining Area, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dishes Utensils, Stove, Toaster, Oven, Fridge, Freezer, Blender, Wine glasses, Dining table, Kitchen island |
| Amenities | Internet, Air Conditioning, Free Wifi, Washer, Dryer, Parking, Living Room, Hair Dryer, Iron Board, Linens, Towels, Iron, Hangers, Internet Access, Cable/satellite TV, TV, Linens provided, Towels provided |
| Outdoor | Grill, Bicycle, Deck Patio Uncovered, Balcony, Kayak Canoe, Water Sports Gear, Bicycles available, Balcony/Terrace, Patio Or Balcony, Beach Access, Outdoor seating, Kayak, Sun loungers, Nearby lake, river, other body of water |
| Accommodations | Dryer, Wifi |
| Sports and Adventure | Fishing, Snorkeling, Swimming, Kayaking, Watersports nearby, Fishing nearby |
| Themes | Family, Luxury, Romantic |
| Car | Recommended |
| Location Types | Beach, Near Ocean, Waterfront, Beach Front, Beach View, Ocean Front, Ocean View, Water View, Beachfront, Ocean views |
| Attractions | Botanical Garden |
| Leisure | Bird Watching, Eco Tourism, Water Sports |
| Local Features | ATM Bank, Groceries, Waterfront |
Rates & Availability
Reviews
Great property for a big group
Stayed ... days ending in April, 2025
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Rob Boaz recommends this vacation rental.
We rented Buttonwood with 7 families and had an amazing time. Would highly recommend.
Nice February Escape From Winter
Stayed ... days ending in February, 2025
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Patricia Stahl recommends this vacation rental.
Beautiful views of both Atlantic and Caribbean waters from second floor condo. Nice access to both beaches. We used the very nice pickleball court often. Property location convenient to multiple local grocery stores and beaches within half-hour radius.<br/>Nice, clean condo. Limited dishes/cookware. Kitchen drains slow. Of the common-use golf carts, only two or three were reliable. Could be a problem it all units are booked. Of the assortment of kayaks and paddle boards only three didn't leak (the patched ones leaked.) Needed long-sleeves and pants on second floor condo deck mornings and evenings because of noseeums. At beaches also.
- Manager Response:
We are glad you enjoyed your stay, but sorry about the issues with the golf carts and water sports gear. You will be glad to know that new golfs and water sports gear are on order! About noseeums: They come and go with the wind and the weather. Often they are not a problem at all. But some weeks, we get many complaints about them from all over the island. The bite of a noseeum is not very bothersome, but don't make the mistake of ignoring them. If they are out, as soon as you feel the first little bite, put on bug spray or long pants. Otherwise, if you are allergic to their bites, you will wake up the next day with many itchy bumps on your legs.
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!
Paradise found—Eleuthera!!!!
Stayed ... days ending in June, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Sheryl Ghidotti recommends this vacation rental.
Loved Buttonwood! Condo’s views were amazing—-two oceans to view depending on which deck one relaxed on. The beach on the Atlantic side is amazing. Nice having the amenities of a golf cart, beach chairs, umbrellas, grill and pool. Only slight negative is the condo is a bit in need of a refresher.
Relaxation Perfection
Stayed ... days ending in May, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Angela Bagoly recommends this vacation rental.
Great communication during the rental process and with the property manager, Brett, during our stay when we had a couple of questions. Easy drive to several amazing beaches from the condo. The golf cart path to the Atlantic beach was pretty rough, and the beach umbrellas are pretty beat up. Thankful to have access to kayaks and paddleboards at the property, but be aware you do have to carry them up and down to the dock area which was fairly strenuous...well for us older folk anyway...haha. Pool was comfortable and refreshing ...Great overall stay and would recommend...
Owner Response:
Thanks for the heads up about the umbrellas! We will see that management replaces them. The kayaks and paddleboards are stored on racks 100 feet from the Caribbean, so not too far for most guests. They of course cannot be left on the beach beside the water or the tide will take them away.
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Stayed ... days ending in March, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Richard Cattey recommends this vacation rental.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Buttonwood! The condo was very clean and all of the amenities were exactly as described. The pre vacation communication was perfect. Brett, the onsite manager was there every day to give advice or answer questions. The vacation rental was in the perfect location on the island, central for trips north or south. We would definitely stay there again!
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Stayed ... days ending in August, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Tara Davis recommends this vacation rental.
We recently were able to visit paradise again and for those who don't know, that is in Eleuthera, Bahamas. We stayed at Buttonwood Reserve, in James Cistern. We love Buttonwood Reserve because it has everything! With access to both the Caribbean and the Atlantic you can choose easily where you might spend all day or split between both :) The golf carts are wonderful when visiting the Atlantic side. Paddle boards, kayaks, paddles, safety vests, beach chairs, towels and umbrellas-everything is so accessible a
Nice vacation
Stayed ... days ending in May, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
NATALIA TEREGOULOVA recommends this vacation rental.
Good location.
Owner response:
This guest wrote to us: "I met Brett today and addressed some minor issues with AC in living room, fans—-the kitchen one is not working. Electric recessive lights on TV shelves are not working. Brett will take care of everything tomorrow. I forgot to mention that AC in master bedroom is not cooling.
We love the place a lot anyway. Everything is amazing." These were simple issues that were addressed. (AC needed freon.) At the end of her stay she wrote, "Thank you so much for making our stay perfect."
lovely family vacation
Stayed ... days ending in March, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Shannon Rabuka recommends this vacation rental.
The property was very nice. We enjoyed using the pool and the BBQs in addition to our flat. The access to both the Caribbean and The Atlantic was a great plus. I often used the SUPs in the morning when the sea was calmer and thought they were a great plus. Later on we would take the golf carts to sit on the secluded, sandy, (but usually very wavy) Atlantic side.
Do bring insect repellent and rent a car to see the many other lovely aspects of Eleuthera.
tranquility base
Stayed ... days ending in February, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Rodgers Harper recommends this vacation rental.
Well thought out with everything we needed to make the most of our experience. Nicely equipped kitchen and washer/dryer a plus. Super location. Good value.
Girls getaway 2022
Stayed ... days ending in December, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Midge Mercer recommends this vacation rental.
Our group rented 2 properties at Buttonwood Reserve in early December and had a wonderful time! The units were well appointed and immaculate and the views were fantastic. The location was good especially if flying into North Eleuthera airport and Governors Harbor is lovely.
Wonderful Condo!
Stayed ... days ending in July, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Jennifer Crisp recommends this vacation rental.
This condo is perfectly situation between the vast, wavy, deep blue Atlantic ocean on the backside of the property and the calm, shallow, clear caribbean in front of the property. We loved enjoying both areas, especially the Atlantic side by day and the front side by sunset. The condo was great, the property was beautiful, the property manager (Brett) was helpful and kind. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning. Thank you!
Buttonwood 1D
Stayed ... days ending in July, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Sheri Church recommends this vacation rental.
We had a wonderful vacation at Buttonwood Reserve in Eleuthera. So much to see and explore here!
Great condo, resort and location!
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Laura Reich recommends this vacation rental.
We enjoyed our stay in the condo, it was spacious, clean, bright, lots of windows, a full-sized kitchen, excellent air conditioning, very comfortable beds, and friendly staff. The resort had a large pool (not heated as described), kayaks (excellent location for kayaking), and golf-cart access to a long beautiful beach on the Atlantic. Be forewarned that the beach may have excessive garbage at the high-tide line, your experience will be best at low tide. There are restaurants near by but theyre not as good as people say, all the menus are similar, mostly burgers, chicken fingers, cracked conch, and conch fritters (they have the same food supplier). Buy groceries in Governors Harbour (closed Sundays). The tourist center in GH has a great free map plus other info. It was a great vacation with only one significant negative: biting bugs! Bring bug spray, bug lotion, baby oil, and hydrocortisone and/or anti-itch spray. Also, the water comes and goes so we filled glasses and pots for reserve (to flush toilets, do dishes). We would stay again and highly recommend Buttonwood for its prime location, beauty, easy access to both coasts, and comfort.
- Manager Response:
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. The noseeums come and go on the island. They are not always a problem. That is true of the plastic on the beach. It is not always there. Sometimes a storm will sadly wash up plastic, and then another storm will wash it away. Water is not typically a problem at this location! The property has municipal water and a complete back up system with cisterns and pumps. You should never be without water.