Poponi Villa on pink sand Beachfront Estate
Guest Rating:☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Vacation rental house. people4 sleeps, bed2 bedrooms, bath2 bathrooms. Pets: None
Banks Road Palmetto Point, Central Eleuthera 11111 BS (Geo: 25.170417,-76.171556)
Overview & Photos
Poponi House is an elegant beach estate built by Hon. Edward Brabazon Meade in the early 1940’s. Meade was the son of the 4th Earl of Clanwilliam, admiral of the British fleet and advisor to Queen Victoria. The Meade family were direct descendants of William the Conqueror.
Poponi is a four-acre beachfront estate located on the beach that was named after it, the mile-long, pink-sand Poponi Beach. Poponi was picked by Caribbean Travel & Life as one of the 20 best beaches in the Caribbean. The house is 50 paces from the beach, set among beautiful grounds landscaped with palms and flowering trees. There is great snorkeling off of our beach! Two beachfront restaurant/bars are walking distance down the beach: Unique Village, 10 minutes, and La Bougainvillea 15 minutes.
Poponi House offers expansive views of the Atlantic from both bedrooms, which are located at the front of the house. The master bedroom, with en-suite bathroom and king-size bed, has French doors that open onto a porch with ocean breezes. The second bedroom has the same incredible views and access to the screened porch that runs along the south side of the house. The second bedroom has twin beds that can be converted into a comfortable king size bed. The bath for this bedroom is located right across the hall from it. There is also an outdoor shower at Poponi for guests who prefer showering “en plein air” in such a private setting.
Poponi has two living areas - the first has a beautiful wooden tray ceiling with fans and comfortable furniture. The cable TV, DVD, video library, chromecast etc. are located in this room. It has doors leading to the screened porch. The second living area offers ocean views and breezes, beautiful natural lighting, comfortable seating, and doors out onto the screened porch. There is also a dining table for six.
The kitchen is fully equipped with new stainless steel gas range, refrigerator, dishwasher, abd microwave, and gas views of the great banyan tree in the backyard. It has a door leading out to the bougainvillea-covered trellis with dining table beneath and small courtyard with a gas grill. The screened porch on the south side of Poponi offers spectacular views and peaceful breezes of the Atlantic. There is a furnished cabana down by the beach which provides shade and privacy.
Poponi has many amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Amenities include back-up generator, air conditioning in one living room and both bedrooms (the guest bedroom has a portable AC unit that can be used when needed), WiFi, TV, cable, DVD, stereo system, board games, safe, beach chairs and hammocks by the beach and under the Banyan tree.
For larger groups, there is a studio cottage a short walk from the house which can be included for an extra charge.
Poponi house is centrally located near the settlement of North Palmetto Point which has several grocery shops, pharmacy and restaurants. The historic town of Governor's Harbour, the main town on the island, is a ten minute drive from the property. Governors Harbour has grocery stores, banks with ATM’s, gift shops, liquor stores, dive shop, bakery, and half a dozen excellent restaurants. One or another of the restaurants/bars will have live music almost every night of the week. You can also buy the fresh catch of the day to grill at home from the town dock.
Poponi offers old world charm in a peaceful and relaxing setting.
Rates are for up to 4 guests. For each additional guest, add $75 per night
| Unit Name | Poponi House (Unit Code: Poponi House) |
| Property Type | House | Bedrooms | 2 |
| Beds | 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 4, plus optional guest cottage |
| Sleeps | 4 |
| 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 |
| Custom Amenities | Outdoor shower, Back up generator, Beach chairs, Beach umbrella |
| Suitability | Children Welcome, Pets Not Allowed, Smoking Not Allowed, Free Parking, Ceiling fans, Decked area, Air Conditioning, Hot Water, Private Living Room |
| Entertainment | Television, Stereo, Video Library, DVD, Satellite or Cable, Books |
| Kitchen and Dining | Kitchen, Dining Area, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dishes Utensils, Stove, Toaster, Oven, Fridge, Freezer, Dining table |
| Amenities | Internet, Air Conditioning, Free Wifi, Parking, Living Room, Hair Dryer, Linens, Towels, Internet Access, Cable/satellite TV, TV, Linens provided, Safe, Towels provided, Private Entrance |
| Outdoor | Grill, Lanai Gazebo Covered, Deck Patio Uncovered, Garden, Private yard, Patio, Beach Essentials, Beach Access, Outdoor seating |
| Sports and Adventure | Deepsea Fishing, Fishing, Fishing Fly, Fishing Freshwater, Jet Skiing, Pier Fishing, Sailing, Scuba or Snorkeling, Snorkeling, Fishing Bay, Spelunking, Fishing Surf, Surfing, Swimming, Kayaking, Watersports nearby, Snorkeling / Diving |
| Themes | Family |
| Car | Recommended |
| Location Types | Beach, Near Ocean, Waterfront, Beach Front, Beach View, Ocean Front, Ocean View, Water View, Water views, Beachfront, Ocean views |
| Attractions | Bay, Botanical Garden, Marina |
| Leisure | Bird Watching, Eco Tourism, Water Sports, Wildlife Viewing |
| Local Features | ATM Bank, Babysitting, Groceries |
Rates & Availability
Reviews
Relaxing Vacation with All the Amenities!
Stayed ... days ending in February, 2025
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
diette crockett recommends this vacation rental.
We really enjoyed our stay at Poponi House. Description of all the amenities is spot on! Rental company and Missy and Rick were helpful answering questions before and during our visit. Location is fantastic - set back on Poponi Beach with lots of privacy, beach chairs, umbrella, floats and hammocks in the shade provided, and the sound of the ocean every night (we didn't need to use the ac at all this time of year) close to Governors Harbor and great restaurants. Kitchen had everything needed to cook great m
Wonderful time at Poponi!
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2025
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Jeff Twiss recommends this vacation rental.
We had a wonderful time at Poponi House. Our 4th visit to Eleuthera, 1st at Poponi. House is perfectly outfitted and is large. Location is perfect – sufficiently isolated to feel away from all but close enough to essentials for a great holiday. Grounds of the house had a birder happy. Snorkeling is good from beach there – some better places, but cannot beat walking 50 or so steps. When waves are up, head to Carribean side. Hosts for house are available if needed (we did not need over 2 w
Great stay at Popino
Stayed ... days ending in May, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Michael Wheelock recommends this vacation rental.
We had a fantastic time at Popino house , perfect setting , private , cozy clean , great location to everything . Long Beach walks in front of the house , easy access to night for sunset , close to Island farms , GH , Tippys . Will be back .
Elegance, history and serenity
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2024
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Lolly Merrell recommends this vacation rental.
Gorgeous, homey, a wonderful throwback of the old Eleuthera style of elegance and nature. So much tropical "wilderness" we felt far removed from the Banks Road bustle....
Great Stay
Stayed ... days ending in December, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Stacy Roderick recommends this vacation rental.
We loved the location and accommodations. We had a fabulous week and would love to return to this house. The beach was beautiful and deserted. :)
House and grounds were lovely
Stayed ... days ending in May, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Beth Kornegay recommends this vacation rental.
Poponi itself was absolutely lovely. Very clean, spacious, lovely grounds, and we enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch each morning while we made plans for the day. We enjoyed relaxing after a day of sightseeing and beachcombing in the living room, family room, and even made dinner one night with the fresh produce we got from a local farmer. If you are considering renting this home, there are a few "beware" items to consider. On the first day we arrived after being at our local airport at 3am, rushing through the Miami airport to catch our connection, waiting in the heat at our arrival at the north Eleuthera airport, loading our bags, navigating the rough and narrow roads for more than an hour, and finally finding the right (very rough) road to turn on to get to Poponi, we wanted to cool down and put our feet up for a bit. Missy quickly came down and told us that we should try to not use the A/C because energy is VERY expensive in Eleuthera. And it was "IN THE CONTRACT" that she could charge us even more if we used it. We let her know we were tired and hot and were not planning to leave it on or go away from the house without turning it off. Her response to us being hot was "well...you ARE in the Bahamas". Also, only one of the bedrooms had an A/C unit. Another "beware" is about toilet paper and drinking water. Poponi has two bathrooms, but you are allotted ONE ROLL of toilet paper per bathroom per week. When we asked if we could get another roll, she told us that we "RENTED THE HOUSE ONLY AND IT IS IN THE CONTRACT" and we would need to go to the store to purchase additional rolls of TP. We bought a four pack ($4). Also, we were allotted one five-gallon jug of drinking water for four people for a one week stay. Again, we asked about getting another one and were referred to the grocery store to purchase one ($6) because it was "IN THE CONTRACT". She did, however, come down to give restaurant and beach suggestions.
Owner Response:
Beth Kornegay had both AC units on with all the windows and doors to Poponi open when I went down to say hi and welcome them. She did not respond when I knocked and called into the house. I left. Beth K. and her husband walked up to the cottage a bit later. I welcomed them and we spoke for a few minutes - I did mention to them that the electricity was more expensive on Eleuthera than in the US, some guests aren't aware of this. I did this because the doors and windows were left open with AC on . Beth complained about how hot the weather was. She mentioned there was no AC in the second bedroom - this is false, like most of her review. Our ad says there is a portable AC unit available. It was in a closet just a few feet from the second bedroom.
Poponi house is well supplied with hand soaps & sanitizers (in both bathrooms and in the kitchen), dish soap, dish washer detergent, paper products and a 5 gallon refillable water jug for drinking water. No house on the island provides unlimited water bottle refills and paper supplies. We start guests off with a generous amount, but after that it is up to them. We have never had a complaint from any guest about this until Beth's. None of this information is contained "IN THE CONTRACT" and I never said to Beth. It doesn't even make sense. That information is in our House book and info letter that guests can read, if they choose to.
Beth's comments and review contain false information and misleading comments about our home. She misquoted me and added fictitious information to create her own negative narrative.
At the beach
Stayed ... days ending in February, 2023
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Suzanne Kurtis recommends this vacation rental.
Had an enjoyable week in Eleuthera and our rental house was a charmer. Would go back again anytime.
Poponi - Paradise beach
Stayed ... days ending in December, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Mariusz Ostaszewicz recommends this vacation rental.
everything was GREAT, House fantastic, location perfect. but there were also some small flaws
- old router (internet was interrupted)
- dishwasher not working
- Leaking toilet
- Manager Response:
We’re so glad you enjoyed Poponi House. I’m very sorry the dishwasher broke while you were there. We have replaced it, and fixed the leaky toilet. The internet equipment is up to date and works perfectly. Occasionally the internet goes down on the island for an hour or two. This is not a problem with our equipment. In addition, there are times when the bandwidth on the island is not sufficient for streaming video, particularly in the evenings, when everyone on the island is at home trying to stream. But the WIFI on the island works fine for everything else.
Great House on an Amazing Beach
Stayed ... days ending in April, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Marvin Gray recommends this vacation rental.
Poponi House has a lot of charm. It was more than spacious enough for a family of four. We loved the location and the proximity to grocery stores as well as a few restaurants. The property is well maintained and clean with several places to lounge, including two hammocks down by the incredible beach. Rick and Missy were wonderful hosts. They checked in just enough to make sure things were perfect during our stay.
Poponi House
Stayed ... days ending in February, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Bernadette Keyes recommends this vacation rental.
Beautiful spot. Exceptional beach. Rick was great.
- Manager Response:
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back soon!
Privacy of Poponi
Stayed ... days ending in January, 2022
Overall satisfaction:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
May Whitmore recommends this vacation rental.
The house was big and roomy inside and out. Loved the screened in porch especially at dusk when the mosquitoes and sand flies would come out. The property was well manicured and maintained with beautiful landscaping with lots of trees and flowers. Checking into the house was easy. The owner of the property lives just across the hedges so he was always around if you needed anything but wasn’t hanging around the property bothering you.