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Buccaneer Hill

Luxuriously Restored Historic Hilltop Estate with Harbor & Ocean views

Guest Rating:☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★

Vacation rental house.  people12 sleeps,  bed6 bedrooms,  bath6.5 bathrooms.  pawPets not allowed

Haynes Ave Governors Harbour, Governor's Harbour 11111 Bahamas (Geo: 25.197281,-76.241543)

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Buccaneer Hill sits high on a hilltop overlooking Governors Harbour and the Caribbean Sea beyond. With stunning views, a private pool, and beautiful lawns and gardens, the property exudes the grace and elegance of an in-town estate. This grand 19th century home was completely restored in 2009 with modern comforts and conveniences.

The ground floor features a large living and dining area spanning the length and breadth of the house. Outside, a large veranda faces the sea, and offers two additional seating areas and covered dining. A modern kitchen with stainless steel Kitchen-aid appliances and full amenities is located just off the main room. The first floor also has a powder room.

On the second floor are three large bedroom suites. The master has a king bed, the first guest bedroom has a king bed, and the second guest room has two full beds. All bedrooms have en-suite full baths and balconies. Floors are elegantly finished in polished oak.

On the third floor, a large bunk room features 6 twin beds and a sitting area, a haven for the children. This bedroom also has an en suite full bath.

The fifth bedroom is a private bedroom suite on the ground floor with a private entrance, a king bed, and an en suite bath.

The sixth bedroom is located in the lovely guest cottage, 25 yards from the main house, which is available for an additional charge. The guest cottage has a large sitting area, a full kitchen, a king bed, and an en-suite bath.

The house sits on nearly two acres with mature fruit and poinciana trees. The extensive veranda is furnished for dining, or BBQ outside by the pool. The main veranda faces west, to capture stunning sunsets over the Harbour and the sea.

Amenities and equipment include air conditioning, cable TV, super-fast Stalink WIFI, books, puzzles, croquet, ping pong table, gas grill, and daily housekeeping (included in the rent). The house has a washer and dryer for use by the housekeeper. She will do your laundry twice a week.

The town of Governors Harbour, a three-minute walk down the hill, has a charming collection of 19th century homes and churches overlooking its historic harbor. Buy fresh fish and lobster most afternoons from fisherman at the town dock, or visit the recently restored Haynes Library, which dates from 1897, for the weekly coffee hour for foreign residents and tourists. Governors Harbour has grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, two banks with ATMs, a bakery, gift shops, and a medical clinic. Friday Night Fish Fry in Governors Harbour, a street/beach party that brings together all the tourists and locals with food, drink, and dancing in the street, is not to be missed.

A 10 minute walk in the other direction takes you to French Leave Beach, a mile-long crescent of pink sand that has been ranked in the top 20 beaches of the world. Most visitors to Eleuthera rent a car, because the island is rural and spread out, and a car is the only practical way to get around. By car, Buccaneer Hill is just a minute from French Leave Beach.

Eleuthera is famous for its 100 miles of spectacular, deserted beaches. The island, home to just 8000 residents, is famously safe. The snorkeling, diving, and fishing on the island are world class. Boating, surfing, and other water sports are also popular. You can rent power boats, sailboats, sea kayaks, jet skis, scooters, and bikes. You can have a charter captain take you out for excursions of various types. There is excellent sightseeing as well. Eleuthera has vast caves, cliffs, a bottomless ocean hole, many unique beaches, historic churches and 19th century homes, and small villages to explore. We hope you will enjoy Buccaneer Hill, and experience all our island has to offer.

Rates are on a sliding scale based on the number of guests. We set the rates this way to make the property more affordable for smaller groups who use less utilities and put less wear and tear on the house. If you enter the correct number of guests, the reservation system will calculate the rates correctly.


Rooms and Amenities
Unit Short NameBuccaneer Hill (Unit Code: bucchill)
Property TypeHouse
Beds4 King beds, 6 Twin beds, 2 Full beds
Bathrooms6.5 bathrooms
Rooms6, sleeps 12
Floor Area5500 square feet
PetsPets Not Allowed
Standard AmenitiesAttractions: arboretum, bay/sound, botanical garden, caves, churches, cinemas, library, marina, pond, reefs, restaurants
General: Parking, Wifi, Free Wifi
Leisure Activities: beachcombing, bird watching, eco tourism, horseback riding, photography, scenic drives, sight seeing, walking
Location Type: Beach, Beach View, Ocean View
Sports And Adventure Activities: deepsea fishing, fishing, fly fishing, freshwater fishing, jet skiing, pier fishing, sailing, scuba diving or snorkeling, snorkeling, sound/bay fishing, spelunking, surf fishing, surfing, swimming, wind-surfing
Health And Safety: Enhanced cleaning practices, Clean with disinfectant, High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant, Towels and bedding washed in water that's at least 60sC/140sF
KitchenFull Kitchen, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Microwave, Toaster, Cookware, Dishwasher, Dishes & utensils
LivingAir Conditioning, Linens, Washer & Dryer, Ironing Board, High Speed Internet, Hair dryer
BusinessNearby ATM, Nearby Post Office, Nearby Internet Cafe, Nearby Bank
ConvenienceNearby Medical Services, Nearby Grocery
CultureFish Fry
OutdoorDeck, Balcony, Gas Grill, Private Pool, Beach
GeographicClose to Town
EntertainmentCable TV, DVD Player, Games, Books, Toys, Ping pong table, Video Library

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Seasonal Rental Rates for this Vacation Rental



DatesDailyWeeklyMonthlyMinimum StayCheckin Restrictions
Base Rate - All Year 2024
1/6/2024 ... 12/19/2024
$1,375$9,500$40,7145No restrictions
Holiday
12/20/2024 ... 1/3/2025
na$19,460na7No restrictions
Base Rate - All Year 2025
1/4/2025 ... 12/18/2025
$1,375$9,500$40,7145No restrictions
Rates are for the first 8. Additional guests are $750 per week per guest. Babies under 2 are free.

Note: We set the rates this way to make the house affordable to smaller groups which use less utilities and create less wear and tear.

*Seasonal rates are estimates only. Actual rates may differ. Seasonal rates do not include fees or taxes.

Reviews

Vacation Rental Reviews


Beautiful view, Comfortable family home

Stayed 7 days ending in December, 2022

Services from rental manager:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
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Sarah E. from Richmond, VA US recommends this vacation rental.

We spent Christmas at Buccaneer Hill and it is a charming island home. It is very comfortable for a large group with many different areas to congregate or find a moment of solitude. It has very modern kitchens and bathrooms. The pool is beautiful with an amazing cabana.


Wonderful house, Not your normal Island Rental

Stayed 7 days ending in November, 2019

Services from rental manager:
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Lauren M. from Atlanta, GA United States recommends this vacation rental.

The owners clearly have poured a lot into this home, a ground up rebuild of a very historical home over the last 10-15 years. The end result is beautiful and functional for large groups. We loved all the hangout areas, the porches, the separate house and the top sleep bunk all made for a memorable stay. We had a few hiccups with the pool but the owner worked with us seamlessly. We really enjoyed finding cool beaches, Tippy's, generally slowing down and eating well. Great family trip!


Bliss !

Stayed 7 days ending in December, 2017

Services from rental manager:
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A guest from United States recommends this vacation rental.

our family of six spent a blissful week at Buccaneer Hill - a beautiful and substantial home with all the amenities for DIY types.


perfection

Stayed 7 days ending in March, 2019

Services from rental manager:
☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
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Samantha O. from Bedford, NY United States recommends this vacation rental.

We absolutely loved our experience staying at Buccaneer Hill. From the view, to the chic decor, to the warmth and kindness of Millie and Sydney who take care of the house, every minute was perfection! Thank you!! We will absolutely be back again!!


Buccaneer Hill - The Best!

Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2019

Services from rental manager:
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Elise F. from Bath, ME United States recommends this vacation rental.

Everything was as advertised and more. A truly luxurious stay. Our group of 8 were comfortably accommodated and elegantly kept. We especially enjoyed afternoons in the cabana and pool. And convenience to shops and restaurants in the town was a plus. All around a great experience.


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