Private 12 Acre Beachfront Home on a World Renowned Pink Sand Beach

Governors Harbour, Eleuthera
$524 avg/night Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Rocks Retreat is a privately owned beachfront estate offering 335 feet of pristine Atlantic Ocean frontage across 12 secluded acres. Located along Eleuthera's famed “Gold Coast” on Banks Road, this hidden gem delivers rare privacy and exceptional value in the heart of the desirable Governors Harbour area. The property features two charming cottages connected by a tiled patio, and both are always included with your stay—ensuring complete seclusion and exclusive use of the entire estate.

The Main Cottage is a 24-by-24-foot, two-story structure surrounded by a broad wraparound veranda that invites ocean breezes and relaxed island living. The upper level is a spacious open bedroom with two queen beds and one twin bed, framed by expansive windows and two balconies with scenic views of the surrounding natural landscape and ocean. Downstairs, the cottage opens into a comfortable great room that combines a kitchen, dining area, and living space. The bathroom is located on the first floor. While compact, the kitchen is well equipped for everyday needs. An outdoor rain shower on the veranda—highly recommended—adds to the authentic island experience.

The separate Master Suite Cottage is a spacious, one-story king bedroom retreat with a private en suite bath. It includes a comfortable sitting area, a dedicated desk workspace, and a double-sink bathroom with both a soaking tub and a separate shower. A welcoming front veranda and a second outdoor rain shower completes this private sanctuary.

Set back approximately 100 yards from the ocean, Rocks Retreat is uniquely positioned near the dramatic Culmer's Rocks, which naturally divide the north and south beaches. Guests enjoy private access to both world-famous pink sand beaches, which are typically uncrowded and serene. The estate is beautifully landscaped with palmettos, stately palms, and native vegetation, all carefully maintained by our gardener. With 12 acres entirely to yourself, tranquility is guaranteed.

Modern comforts include Starlink internet, air conditioning on the second level of the Main Cottage and the first floor of the Master Suite Cottage, a washer and dryer, Sonos speakers, and a charcoal and gas grill. WiFi allows guests to stream movies and shows on two televisions located in the Main Cottage. Beach chairs, umbrella, and coolers are also provided for your days by the ocean or sea.

If you're new to Eleuthera, it's helpful to know that occasional power or water interruptions are part of island life. The property is equipped with a backup well for extended outages, though there is no generator—just an authentic Bahamian experience.

For long-term stays, housekeeping service is provided every two weeks, including weekly garbage removal. Additional cleaning can be arranged before arrival or on-site directly with our housekeeper, Marsha Clark, at an additional cost.

Rocks Retreat sits along the prestigious Banks Road in Governors Harbour, just one mile from the beloved Tippy's Restaurant, The Potlatch Club, and a five-minute drive from the town center. Governors Harbour offers grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, bakeries, banks with ATMs, gift shops, and a dive shop. Its picturesque harbor is lined with historic 19th-century homes and churches. Fresh fish and lobster can often be purchased directly from fishermen at the town dock. On Friday nights, the famous Governors Harbour Fish Fry transforms the street and beach into a lively celebration of food, music, dancing, and community—an unforgettable island tradition you won't want to miss.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Dock Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower/tub Combination
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cave Exploring Nearby Cycling Nearby Kayaking Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Bay Near The Ocean Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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Review Review

  • Bailey E.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    We absolutely loved our stay! The beach at the house is perfect and walking distance from Tippy’s… which is nice. Would definitely return!

  • Tracy J.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 20, 2025

    Had an absolutely amazing stay at this gem of a property! I thought it might be too good to be true when I booked the trip, but the property actually exceeded all of my expectations! The two cottages are beautiful and the location is both completely private, and yet easily accessible. I was sad to leave, and hope to go back someday to this little slice of paradise!

  • Stephen B.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 2, 2025

    Had a wonderful vacation…the property is very well taken care of and definitely on one of the best beaches on the island for walking/swimming etc. Kind of a magical place at nite with the houses located back in the palm trees. And definitely a pink sand beach all to yourself. Thanxs for sharing your wonderful home.

  • Paul K.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2024

    Stayed Jun 3, 2024

    Last minute broken wrist caused us to have to stay home. Owners would not exchange or give us credit for a different date, which was a disappointment. Get the insurance if you want to book here, no exceptions.

  • Bonnie D.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed everything about this home! We particularly loved the two different buildings.The grounds were beautifully kept, and it is located directly on an amazing beach location. The home was set back a little from the ocean- it was private and very peaceful. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a few meals at home. We hope to stay here again next year.

  • paige b.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was one of our favorite vacation properties. We had 3 teens who stayed in the main house & my husband & I stayed in the apartment. it was the perfect set up- dinners & movies together in the main house & we all had our own spaces to sleep. the location and beach were stunning. Most days we had this beach & many others to ourselves. Rental company and caretaker were extremely helpful. Would definitely stay here again!

  • Rachel P.

    Submitted Mar 5, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love this house so much!!! Rocks Retreat is amazing! I’ve been coming to Eleuthera 11 years and stayed all over the island. I think the location is perfect. It’s close to Governors for restaurants and grocery shopping, and between Tippy’s and La Bougainville so convenient for dinners out or a beachside lunch. It’s easy to fly into GHB airport. The house is incredibly private because the acreage and sits directly on the most beautiful beach. It feels close to nature. There is a Venus pond right in front of the house that’s created by the rocks and tide. The home has peekaboo views of the ocean and you can hear the waves. Because it doesn’t sit directly ocean front it’s more protected from the wind and other elements we found this really relaxing. The floorplan and layout is a little unusual, but not uncommon for Bahamas cottages. The description is accurate. There is a house with kitchen, dining, living room and bunk room on the second floor. It feels more like a cabin. The master is a separate structure and was incredibly comfortable. The layout is a king bed with small sitting room. The bed is awesome and very comfortable. Going between the main house and primary suite is a little strange, but not a big deal. We loved this house and can’t wait to book again. Don’t think twice stay here!

  • Marsha W.

    Submitted Feb 7, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Relaxing at the rocks just what we needed! Beautiful property - well maintained for a relaxing vacation. This is an older home with comfortable amenities - fans throughout the house and comfy outdoor furniture. A short walk to the beach..... a mile walk to the wonderful Tippys Restaurant!

  • Leonard Z.

    Submitted Jan 23, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at Rocks Retreat. The beach is unbelievable and the location is perfect!

  • Roberto Carlos G.

    Submitted Nov 26, 2023

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location is really good with lots of space and a 5 minute walk to the secluded beach. The property is well stocked and has everything you could need. The only downside was that there were a lot of wasps, and also mosquitoes inside the big house, so I would recommend better fumigation / pest control. There were also some blinds missing in the upstairs room and some maintenance is needed. Overall, we liked it and had a good time.

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