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New Beachfront Home w/Private Pool on Prestigious Banks Road, Walk to Tippys

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An infinity pool, a heated pool
Exterior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
DVD player
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Governors Harbour, Governor's Harbour
  • Popular LocationOceanView Farm5 min walk
  • Popular LocationQueens Bath18 min walk
  • Popular LocationTwin Coves Beach9 min drive
  • AirportGovernor's Harbour (GHB)19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

New Beachfront Home w/Private Pool on Prestigious Banks Road, Walk to Tippys

Welcome to Sandy Hill Beach House! Open the front doors to this stunning 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom beach house (which also has a 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest cottage) and you are greeted by breathtaking views of the turquoise and coral ocean filling the entire room!

We are located on the Banks Road, the most sought-after location on Eleuthera, a 3 minute drive from the beautiful and quaint town of Governors Harbour, where you will find everything from grocery stores, gas stations, coffee shops, liquor stores and restaurants which offer great views of picturesque Cupids Cay and the Caribbean. Here you can watch the fishermen bring in their daily catch or simply sit with a wine or coffee and watch the activity of this charming little village.

Sandy Hill is decorated in light neutral tones framed with antique wood beams, floor to ceiling custom antiqued wood, and white painted walls which bring the vibrant outdoor colours of the Caribbean to the inside. Floors throughout the home are covered in a beautiful sand coloured tumbled marble.

The main house is constructed in 3 pods each connected to the main living area by glass breezeways, allowing for quiet and privacy in the bedroom areas. The north and south pods (wings) of the house each contain a queen size bedroom with a TV, and a bunk room with a double bottom and single top bunk bed. Each of the two wings have a full bath, which the two bedrooms share. All bedrooms have large windows and sliding glass doors with incredible ocean views. They have high vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans, and closets with shelves for easy storage of clothes, and access to a covered porch area with table and chairs. One bathroom has a bathtub with shower and the other a full shower. Both bathrooms have custom made vanities and mirrors, and are bright and modern.

The central pod is the main area. It features partial high-vaulted ceilings constructed in wood, and offers a very cozy living space with wall-to-wall glass doors overlooking the ocean. The kitchen has a large island and bar stools and is fully equipped with all the necessities you will find at home. The dining table seats 10 comfortably and is strategically placed so all guests have an ocean view. The sitting room has cozy over-sized sofa and chairs and wall TV. Soft carpeting gives a luxurious feel when relaxing in this area. This area also has a powder room with a washer/dryer.

Above the living area is the upstairs master bedroom, which has a king size bed. The master features a balcony with panoramic views up and down the beach and a beautiful sunny en suite bathroom with large shower.

The laundry room with new stackable washer and dryer holds all laundry necessities. This room also has cabinets for storage, a bathroom area, and a built in wall safe with key or code entry for safe keeping of valuables. We now have superfast Starlink internet!

The one bedroom guest cottage is located on the west side of the house, and features a queen bed and full bath with shower. It is available for an additional charge of $1400 per week, which also pays for 2 extra guests.

Sandy Hill Beach House’s large and magnificent outdoor area has a covered patio with a dining area and gas grill, also in tumbled marble continued from the interior, with steps down to a large custom-built cedar deck, comfortable sitting area with sofas, tables and lounges. This outdoor area is set on top of the dune with spectacular views of the ocean and pink sand beach below. A stunning infinity pool which appears to spilling down the sandy hill into the water below will keep you cool and refreshed. The pool can be heated for an optional fee of $600/week. An outdoor shower with hot and cold water is provided.

Custom built wooden steps from the outdoor area lead down to the ocean and miles of pink sand. Enjoy our two sea kayaks! A five-minute walk down the beach will bring you to famous Tippy’s restaurant and beach bar.

Rates are for up to 8 guests. Add $525/week for each additional guest.

Property manager

Matthew Simon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Heated pool on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2250-129811

About the neighborhood

Governor's Harbour

Located in Governor's Harbour, this vacation home is on the beach. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Lucayan Archipelago reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include OceanView Farm and Queens Bath. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • OceanView Farm - 5 min walk
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 13 min walk
  • Queens Bath - 18 min walk
  • Twin Coves Beach - 9 min drive
  • Hut Point Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buccaneer Club - 6 min drive
  • Tippy's - 18 min walk
  • Hot Buns Bakery - 6 min drive
  • 1648 - 7 min drive
  • Da Perk Cafe - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does New Beachfront Home w/Private Pool on Prestigious Banks Road, Walk to Tippys have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include infinity and heated pools.

Is New Beachfront Home w/Private Pool on Prestigious Banks Road, Walk to Tippys pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New Beachfront Home w/Private Pool on Prestigious Banks Road, Walk to Tippys?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New Beachfront Home w/Private Pool on Prestigious Banks Road, Walk to Tippys?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is New Beachfront Home w/Private Pool on Prestigious Banks Road, Walk to Tippys located?

Situated on the beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and OceanView Farm. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Central Eleuthera Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 68 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sandra v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach bliss
You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C., Indianapolis, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Sandy Hill rocks!
Sandy Hill is a perfect house for large families and groups. The house is wonderfully designed with separate pods of bedrooms and bathrooms, in addition to a large master bedroom en suite upstairs. And every bedroom has a spectacular view of the ocean, which makes every sunrise worth waking up to experience. The salt water infinity pool is incredible and the private beach is only steps away from the house, so kayaking and snorkeling can be done directly off the beach depending on the wind and waves each day. The small town of Governor’s Harbor is only a short car drive away, but critical for dining and grocery options. The Leon Levy Preserve is well worth the price of admission, just be sure to have appropriate shoes for the hike. Many of the island’s major attractions are a long car drive from Sandy Hill’s central island location. It’s well worth the trip to visit the Sapphire Blue Hole, the Glass Window, and the Queen’s bath. Overall, Sandy Hill exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend it for travelers looking for a relaxing vacation with a heavenly view!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

B. P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Great beach, with ability to snorkle. Walk to tippies. Conveniently located near tippies. Ten Bay is about 12 min away. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This was our 8th visit to Eleuthera and this was our favorite rental property. The house was perfect; furnished with everything you would need, nicely and comfortably decorated and it was in the perfect location; close to everything and the most beautiful beach. I highly recommend this property and can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Awesome villa. Has everything you want for perfect vacation.
We were a family of 14 and this property fit all our needs - awesome view, pristine beach to yourself, nicely decorated, great kitchen, walk to beach bar.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Additional details beyond the loveliness
This home is truly as lovely as others have said. Since they've already said that, I'll fill in some details about questions we had prior to leaving home. We had 14 in our family, six school-age kids, eight adults. We followed Matt's suggestion that we ask The Market Place grocery store (like an old-time IGA and 45 minutes away) to pre-stock a few days of food for us. The online process is very simple. The store concierge will call you with any questions she has about your order. In the comment section, you can request things you don't see on the website. They might have them. Pre-stocking the food was a huge help! We arrived hungry late in the day. Kids didn't want to travel one more minute. They needed to play/swim, not sit in restaurant chairs. The house has a filled spice rack and has soap/tissue in all the bathrooms. Bring your own shampoo/conditioner. You may --may!-- also find some other helpful "left-behinds" like baggies, foil, cooking oil, sugar, laundry soap, and sunscreen/bug spray. We used up many of the odd ends of bug spray, then left one of our own. For folks with food allergies/sensitivities: Market Place and Burrows (the tiny local grocery store) both carry gluten-free pasta. Neither has GF waffles or baked products. Neither had any nut butters besides peanut. Both had non-dairy "milks" (almond/soy). The welcome materials say it's safe to drink the water if you're staying in a house on the municipal water line, but doesn't say if Sandy Hills is on the line. The blue pipes in the front yard indicate that it is on the municipal water line and the owner confirmed it for us. So we stopped cooking with bottled water and used the ice the freezer makes. There are classic games (like bingo), cards, and a puzzle or two in the ottoman. There are a few life jackets and some snorkel gear in the bin on the deck. More can be rented/purchased in town. Bring your water shoes. The local prices for those are very high. Overall-Wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dell A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Epic Vacation
Sandy Hill was the perfect vacation spot for our family of 12 - ages 11-76. The house was wonderful and the beach, by far, the prettiest we’ve ever seen. We all enjoyed the kayaks, the pool, the snorkeling and the view. Tippy’s, with great Bahamian food and music, was our favorite dining spot and only a few minutes walk from the house. Captain Clayton with Capt. Kid and Sons provided memories of a lifetime when we swam with the pigs, snorkeled over an old ship ruin, took pictures on an amazingly huge sandbar, found red starfish and more. Brenda and Patrick Demeritte were our in-house chefs one night for a big birthday celebration and fried up, among other things, the best conch fritters on the island. Their son, Andrew Demeritte, was our guide to feed/swim with the fish at Rock Sound, the Boiling Hole Cave and Lighthouse Beach. Jeremy, with Cadet Rental Cars, was the first to greet us at the airport and the last to say goodbye - with a hug - on what we all agree was an epic vacation! Thank you Matt Simon and Denise Wilkes for making it all possible. One word of advice - bring food from home, especially meat and snacks. Our three families each packed one of our allowed suitcases with snacks and frozen meat. You will not regret doing the same.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leslea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sandy Hill
We had a great time at Sandy Hill. The location is fantastic-close to town and restaurants. The house is well outfitted. The kitchen has everything you need- the AC’s worked perfectly, the pool was clean with lots of beach towels. The house is very close to the beach. You can hear the ocean even over the ac! There are beach chairs and kayaks. We had a problem with one of the showers and they sent a man out to fix it promptly. We will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Trish M.

Perfection
This is a gorgeous luxurious property. We were an extended family of 11(9 months- 68 yrs) and it provided the best balance of community and privacy for all. The property was well appointed, and the kitchen was well stocked, and easy to cook in. The staff was responsive to our needs, and very accommodating. The island correctly boasts fabulous beaches and privacy. if we saw 10 people (not us) for the entire week on our glorious beach- I would be exaggerating. The pool was so great for the kids, and the view was unsurpassed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F., St. Louis, Missouri

Dream Vacation!
I am absolutely blown away by this home and the beach it sits on. The view at the front door through the house, before you even enter, is amazing. The home had everything you could possibly need. Very well stocked. Having the different bedroom pods was a highlight. It provided for a quiet space away from the main living area for those that needed a rest. One of my favorite things to do was to enjoy my coffee off the bedroom patio in the morning. No one could see me and I loved the privacy, peace, and quiet. The home is beautiful! Love the wood beams and shiplap! Pictures do not do the home justice! The pool and deck area was amazing and the beach was even better. There was hardly anyone on the beach and the water was beautiful, not to mention the pink sand. We tried to venture out to explore the island, as this was our first trip to Eleuthera. It was very difficult leaving such a perfect spot to begin with. The perfect beach is right out your door!!! Needless to say, we went out one day and the rest was spent relaxing at Sandy Beach House! We had no issues whatsoever with the home, but help was just a phone call away if needed. We made the run to the Banks Road Deli each morning for the wonderful pastries. Brenda and Patrick Demerrite cooked for us two nights. Very good and I highly recommend! Nicest people! The Friday night fish fry in Governor's Harbor is a must too! Sandy Hill sets the bar high for people visiting Eleuthera for the first time. I have no desire to look elsewhere and am looking forward to one day visiting again, as this has been my most favorite vacation yet! Thank you Denise, Simon, Tara, Howard, Brenda, and Patrick for such a dream vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Amazing Family Vacation
Just returned from a week stay at this beautiful home with our family. From the moment we arrived (A little early) we were greeted with open arms. The home is even better than described and spotless, the view from every room is spectacular but from the the deck and pool can not truly be captured in photos. It is fully equipped with everything a family could need to feel at home. Having Howard available and so knowledgeable of the home and Island was priceless. We did some sightseeing of the island to several beaches and loved them all especially Ten Bay Beach but rushed home every evening to catch a few hours by the pool. Would highly recommend this home for couples, families and extended families.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S., Batavia, Ohio

Because of Sandy Hill, Our Best Eleuthera Visit To Date!
Our best visit yet to Eleuthera, especially Governor's Harbour area! Just spent a week at Sandy Hill Beach House with our core work team & their spouses - 1st time for all of them & they were all blown away with the house itself & the views. Everything was wonderful (!!!!) at Sandy Hill. Perfect location, especially that beach! The views of the beach and water from the house & deck are simply not adequately captured by website photos - stunning, especially as the sun changed it's location in the sky throughout the day. We did thoroughly enjoy 2 separate day trips - one to Harbour Island & another to Lighthouse Beach, but always looked forward to our return to Sandy Hill. Toughest choice throughout days we didn't visit elsewhere was, “pool or beach?” Hahaha! Short walk down our gorgeous beach to Tippy's (could actually see their location a distance from the house) & a couple minute pleasant drive to Banks Road Deli each morning for divine baked goods & some other items. A few minutes driving & we were in Governor's Harbour proper. (Our Nissan X-Trail rentals from Roderick Pinder/Office General our best rentals so far - totally handled the trip to Lighthouse Beach.) We lacked for nothing - thoughtful & attractive furnishings, well-stocked kitchen to cook in, very comfortable bedding, all well kept & clean, as was the outside pool/deck area.The privacy provided for all by the separate zones the house was designed with really fit the bill, even with the master bdrm over the living room was still quiet in master. Howard was very accommodating & gracious in regards to our arrival & quick to respond when we needed help with a sliding screen door that was sticking a little - fixed with WD40 in a jiffy! We are already talking about returning there with our team again. And a shout out to Matthew Simon & his assistant, Tara, for providing such thorough customer service regarding rental arrangements, and their follow-up, and so easy to work with them. We returned home from this trip feeling very refreshed & blessed.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience
The house was clean, comfortable, and spacious enough for our family of 12. It is in the perfect location over looking the ocean with a soft pale pink sand beach just down the steps. We were near to many restaurants in Governor's Harbor, but the house also had everything we needed to make our own meals. What really put our stay over the top was the wonderful care taker of the house Sherri. She not only made us a fantastic seafood dinner, but she was prompt with helping us with recommendations for the island. She even helped me learn more about my family from the island. This made our stay exceptional. I highly recommend staying here, and we would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024