Quaint Cottage, Amazing Views, Free - Motorboat, Kayak, and SUP

Spanish Wells, Eleuthera
$407 avg/night Minimum Stay 6 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 6 nights

Min Stay

By the Seashore is fully-equipped, charming, and relaxing, and makes an ideal home away from home. Free use of a 16' Carolina Skiff motorboat, a 2-person ocean kayak, and a stand up paddle board; they are a wonderful way to explore the surrounding area. (Otherwise, motorboats, paddle boards & kayaks are expensive to rent separately if you can find them available for rent.) The boat is great for fishing and snorkeling, and many guests visit their 'own' new secluded nearby private island each day! Golf cart rentals are plentiful in Spanish Wells and can easily be rented starting at $225/wk. = $32/day.

'By the Seashore' was built in 1930 and was the first boarding house where visitors to the island of Spanish Wells could rent a room. (If only those walls could talk - I bet they would tell us a lot of interesting stories!) This home has recently been lovingly restored from the roof and charming gables & shutters right down to the beautiful original Abaco Pine hardwood floors throughout.

By the Seashore was the first building on this waterfront property in Spanish Wells. It is located on the highest point of the island, and offers outstanding water views -of the ocean, harbour, and bay -- from all rooms in this charming historic cottage. From the top deck one has spectacular sunset views and views of Harbour Island, Ridley's Head, Meeks Patch, Royal Island, Russell Island, and the harbour with all the boats passing by. The cottage is built to take advantage of the constant ocean breezes no matter from which direction they may be blowing. (Later, the original owner also added a guest cottage and a garage to this large water front property.)

In more recent years, a large dock with two large fish cleaning stations and live aquariums has been added to this property. Guests of By the Seashore have free use of a 16' Carolina Skiff motorboat located just below the cottage at the dock, and the paddleboard & ocean kayak which are located on the beach.

The beautiful garden at By the Seashore offers tropical plants in a rainbow of colors, and a variety of tropical fruit trees. By the Seashore is located in the middle of the safe, historic, family-friendly settlement of Spanish Wells Eleuthera Bahamas and is surrounded by quaint shops, eateries, home bakeries, and more. A straight path from By the Seashore to the north will take guests on a short stroll to an unspoiled and uncrowded light pinkish sandy beach.

The ground floor at By the Seashore offers a large living room, a fully-equipped eat-in kitchen, a king bedroom, a queen bedroom, a full bathroom, a laundry room, a covered front porch offering up beautiful sunrises over the ocean every morning, and a covered back porch. The covered porches are great places to relax at the end of the day and wave to passersby many of whom will stop to have a friendly chat. The back porch offers an area for outdoor dining and barbecue grilling.

The top floor at By the Seashore offers a large bedroom with two queen beds, an open loft bedroom with one queen size bed, a full bathroom, and a large sundeck with breathtaking views of fantastic sunsets over surrounding islands where guests can read a book, suntan, or just relax.

Since By the Seashore is located on the top of a gently sloping hill, there is a seldom a day without balmy breezes, which means the cottage is very comfortable most days throughout the year with guests enjoying open windows, paddle fans, and the fresh air. (There is also A/C offered for those guests that must indulge. A/C is generally not required in this location October - June inclusive. )

Spanish Wells Eleuthera Bahamas is known as the lobster capital of the Bahamas, and has a reputation of being very clean, safe, and pristine. The fishing, snorkeling, and beach combing in the area are second to none. We can recommend the best local fishing and snorkeling guides for your vacationing enjoyment.

Come and enjoy this charming island getaway!

Beds: Ground floor: 1 king, 1 queen. Beds: Top floor: 3 queens.

Suitable for up to 10 persons. Please be sure to submit the correct number of guests to VRBO, so that your vacation charges will be correct.

*Please note the only boat docking space included free of charge with the rental of By the Seashore is the space that the 16' Skiff included with the rental of By the Seashore occupies. If you would like to bring other boats and require dockage, please contact us well in advance of your visit regarding cost and availability of dock space. Thank you! *

*If, at any time during your stay at your rental home, you intend to have more persons stay in your rental home than has been agreed and stated on this platform, on your completed rental form, and on your rental confirmation, please obtain written permission from Spanish Wells Realty, Ltd. - Bahamas Vacation Homes to do so to avoid eviction and forfeiture of your security deposit and rental balance. *

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • 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) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Boat On Site Ecotours Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near The Bay On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Note From Host: Please Do Not Smoke Inside. You May Smoke Outside 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 : 10

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Review Review

  • Paul W.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2026

    Stayed Jan 22, 2026

    Friendly helpful hosts fun cottagey feel and good location

  • Stephanie T.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2026

    Stayed Dec 22, 2025

    If you're looking for a quaint house with island charm and killer views then you've found the right spot! Ahhh, island life, getting around by golf cart, friendly people and pristine beaches! And the hosts...sone of the most amiable and easy to reach people ever! My family of 4 had a great time and while there were a few little issues, all it took was a phone call to fix. Lorraine, Kalina and Brent were easily reachable, even on Christmas and made our holiday trip feel more like staying with friends. If we are blessed enough to return to Spanish Wells, renting from them would be my first choice!

  • Debbie R.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    We had a wonderful week and cannot wait to come back. Property was exactly as described but how do you describe paradise? With so many details from the taxi and ferry to the golf cart rental Kalina made sure everything went smoothly for us. Highly recommend any of their properties and if you plan on doing any excursions do it through SeaVenture! Thank you for everything!

  • DANIELLE C.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    Beautiful old home on a hill, Loved walking to the little beach past the cemetery. We used the SUP board, the Kayak and the little outboard boat and enjoyed them all. The Beauregards were very hospitable, loved the golf carts we rented and the mangoes they brought. The home was cute and cozy. The flies got bad on one occasion but we were able to buy product to get rid of them. Also the room at the top of the stairs by the cute upper balcony door was too warm to sleep in but the attic room with 2 full beds was perfectly cool for the kids. We enjoyed having coffee on the front porch in the morning, watching the amazing stars from the balcony and cooking for the family in the kitchen. Also used the grille and the garden area and liked having the laundry room-extra porch to hang our swim gear. The island of Spanish wells was like home for a week and we would Highly recommend staying at By The Seashore, Thank you!

  • Spencer B.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 28, 2024

    My wife and I recently stayed at this property over the Fourth of July. We had a great time and everything was as advertised. Transportation from the airport was prearranged by our host, and they even accommodated us getting to the airport early as we departed

  • Dean H.

    Submitted May 13, 2024

    Stayed Apr 30, 2024

    My father and I stayed here for a fishing trip. We primarily chose this property because of the small boat that it came included with. We were on a fishing trip, and the boat opened so many more areas compared to a Kayak. Kalina was a wonderful help from day one... things can be a little..... relaxed in the Bahamas when it comes to being organized, but she was world class, which helped calm any worries. She even potentially saved our lives when we misjudged the amount of fuel left in the boat and were stranded. She called around and arranged for someone to come help us. The location is perfect! They also have a backup emergency water supply, which unfortunately we had to use multiple days during our trip. My only nitpick would be that the AC units are the type that hang out of the window, and as a result, I suspect that bugs and flies can get into the house easier. We had multiple insects and mosquitos regularly coming into the house, and though I'm aware a modern AC setup is expensive, I think it would be a wise investment. I also would add a door for the area between the kitchen and the outdoor area, as an extra level of protection. Anyway, overall, we had a wonderful time, and would definitely recommend it.

  • Leah H.

    Submitted Mar 3, 2024

    Stayed Feb 14, 2024

    We really loved the house and our stay. Lorraine and her crew went out of their way to make our stay exceptional in many ways. We also did a half day trip with Captain Smiley and had a great time. The location and set up of the home was perfect for our group!

  • Shayna H.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2023

    Stayed Jan 14, 2023

    Kenny Chesney summed it up best...one by one we slide from reality with nowhere to go and nowhere to be... My Husband and I visited Spanish Wells for 11 days on our honeymoon and loved every moment. We would hop on the golf cart and explore this fantastic little island then head to the beach to soak up some sun. Most days, we were the only people on the beach and I never saw more than 6 or 8 at one time. We did bring snack food from home and picked up meats, veggies and toiletries from the Food Fair. We ate most breakfast and lunch at the villa and grilled out a few nights but typically went out for drinks and dinner. Most of the restaurants and stores accept credit/debit cards but the international fees will add up quickly so bring cash. The Shipyard had one of our favorite foods with the sticky conch and fish tacos and the Sandbar on Russell Island had amazing tuna poke wonton nachos. Take a look at both of their face book pages for weekend menu specials. The Sandbar also has live music on Sunday from 2-4 and the location is perfect! Wreckers on 15th Ave has happy hour from 4-6 and the food was decent but the staff was more than friendly and they are located at the yacht club. On Friday nights, Budda's snack shack on 12th Ave has karaoke around 9 and a green rum punch that was quite tasty! The kitchen is in a bus and they have a spirits store on site. Every evening we rode to the west end beach to see the most beautiful sunsets, you do not want to miss these! We look forward to the next time we can go and hopefully stay even longer. I highly recommend visiting this touch of paradise, you will not want to leave!

  • Jennifer M.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2022

    Stayed Jul 7, 2022

    We enjoyed our stay, and Lorraine and Kalina made sure our stay was comfortable when one air conditioner broke, and they replaced it with a new one in just a few days. Thank you Lorraine for the mangos too! They were delicious!

  • Tina D.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2022

    Stayed Jan 15, 2022

    We enjoyed our stay!! The property with all the amenities was perfect for us. We used the boat every day. The beaches were incredible. Everyone was friendly! Highly recommend!!!

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