Spanish Wells, Spanish Wells
The perfect choice for family gatherings, romantic interludes or quiet relaxation. Just a short stroll to the beach, the home includes a pool with a large patio, fully equipped outdoor kitchen, dining and living areas, as well as a full outdoor bathroom with rain shower. Air conditioned interiors provide a welcome respite, or open the many windows and delight in the fresh island breeze.
Interiors are decorated in casual island style. The tile floors and area rugs provide the perfect balance between sandy feet and easy luxury. Enjoy cocktails at the bar or view your vacation photos on the large screen smart TV in the adjacent living room area. High speed Internet/Wifi and cable TV are included. The kitchen is well equipped to prepare meals at home (staples are provided); indoor dining provides seating for 10. Start your day with a coffee or tea by the pool (the coffee/tea bar is fully stocked). The main floor also includes a bedroom with full size bed, a full bathroom and laundry room.
Upstairs is a great room with master king size bed (this can be converted upon request to 2 twin size beds). There is a full bath with rain shower and double vanity as well as a large sitting area with a big screen smart TV and numerous games and DVD's for your amusement. There are 2 more bedrooms upstairs; one is furnished with a queen size bed, the other is furnished with a full size bed. All beds are made especially comfortable with memory foam mattresses or toppers and hotel quality bedding and all bedrooms are equipped with TV's. The bedroom of your choice may be set up as a nursery; baby/infant gear is available upon request (pack and play, changing table, diaper pail, toys, etc.). The living room couch can provide sleeping for an additional 2 people.
Wake up to paradise with breakfast on your pool deck, indulge in a peaceful morning swim, then head to the powder sand beach, just a minute away. Beach chairs, towels and umbrellas are included. Or try your hand at fishing or snorkeling with the provided gear. At day's end, indulge in the decadence of an outdoor shower or bath among the trees. Enjoy grilling and dining in the well equipped outdoor poolside kitchen, which includes gas grill, sink, fridge and full compliment of dishes. Take the time to stargaze on a lounge chair or the hammock and revel in the pleasure of this amazing place.
Sanctuary Cottage is located on a quiet street, within easy walking distance of the beach, grocery stores, pharmacy, bank and restaurants The quaint fishing community of Spanish Wells lies just off the coast of North Eleuthera and is easily accessible by plane (at the International Airport, North Eleuthera), boat or ferry (Bahamas Ferries offers daily trips from Nassau to Spanish Wells). Golf carts are available for rent and can be waiting for you at the dock when you arrive. Spanish Wells is picture perfect with historical British Colonial cottages and colorful gardens. There are numerous restaurants and bars to sample our local cuisine and taste our signature drinks. The Spanish Wells Public Park is a favorite spot for locals and tourists alike to watch the sunset, play on the park equipment and jump off the bridge (a popular local swimming spot). This tight-knit community really knows how to celebrate special occasions; events usually include fireworks, food, music, fun and games. Visitors are invited to participate in community events organized around annual holidays.
Spanish Wells is the fishing capital of The Bahamas. There are numerous experienced guides available to take you on an aquatic adventure. Swimming with the pigs, beaching on nearby islands and cays, snorkeling, spear fishing, reef fishing, deep sea fishing and bone fishing are some activities you could include in your venture.
Nearby, the main land of Eleuthera (meaning "Freedom") is worth a visit. Rent a car and explore the freedom of 90 miles of coastline, beaches, Glass Window Bridge, Queen's Bath, Blue Hole and Hatchet Bay Caves. Along the way are little historical communities and numerous fancy hotel/restaurants or native eateries.
Spanish Wells can be easily reached by plane; International flights from the US and domestic flights from other islands (on neighboring North Eleuthera) , ferry services and private boats arrive daily. Though easily reached, this jewel of the sea will feel like a million miles away from the rest of the world; yet provides all the modern conveniences. Sanctuary Cottage will become your island home.
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The house and pool were wonderful. The beach was a short walk away. Rachel was a great host and we enjoyed our week on Spanish wells.
This was a great place to stay and the host was very helpful!
This house is super! We had an amazing vacation and the pool was divine! Thanks for being a super host.
The house is perfectly laid out, spacious and everything we needed and more. The house has a lush garden with a private pool that my group and I thoroughly enjoyed especially after long days at the beaches. The air-conditioners functioned very efficiently and this is an important feature while on a summer vacation. Rachel is amazing! Super responsive and a wonderful hostess. Would definitely recommend!
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Rent with confidence! The house is great, the pool is relaxing, Rachel is a breeze to work with, and Spanish Wells is a safe, beautiful little slice of Heaven.
We've rented The Sanctuary Cottage from Rachel more than a half-dozen times. Every year we look forward to this welcoming respite from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. Rachel's creative hospitality is unmatched!
The pictures do not do this cottage justice. It is impeccably decorated, stocked with so many comforts, spotless, and well maintained. Fresh flowers in several rooms greeted us. The pool with the waterfall feature is stunning. The home feels very private, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation— palm trees, banana, papaya, and other fruit trees and beautiful flowering plants. Rachel is the perfect host, setting up our golf cart rental and car rental on the days we explored Eleuthera. Her whole family is so welcoming. Serenity Cottage was the perfect place to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary.
Everything we expected!
My husband and I booked Sanctuary Cottage last minute when we were looking to extend our stay with our two children on Spanish Wells. The pictures of Sanctuary Cottage do not do it justice. The house was incredibly clean, beds were comfortable and the decor was impeccable. Rachel thought of every little touch when decorating and stocking the house. Our children especially loved the pool and the outdoor bathroom/bathtub. The outdoor space is a true sanctuary - we just wish we didn't have to leave, but we will 100% be back.
This is our 6th time visiting Spanish Wells and this is always our favourite place to stay. Aside from the perfect physical location and the amazing swimming pool and outdoor area, Rachel, the host, ensures every question is answered, every detail is finalized and considered, and goes above and beyond to make sure our stay here is the best it can be. We will be booking again for sure!
Sanctuary was perfect for our families! Four adults and five teenagers had room to move. The outdoor space was great for our taco night when enertained three other families! There was plenty of extras that made it easy to live in such as kitchen items and even candles for extra ambiance. We enjoyed the pool after long days of beaching and boating. We will definitely recommend Sanctuary to our friends and family when they come to visit us...we are in the process of building a home nearby.
Rachel went above and beyond as a host, decorating Sanctuary Cottage with an abundance of fresh flower arrangements upon our arrival. We were in Spanish Wells for our daughter’s wedding, and Rachel was a welcome resource and a stellar communicator. She let us host a welcome cocktail party for the wedding guests and even let us use flowers and greenery from her gardens to decorate for the wedding ceremony as well as the welcome party!!! The place is as pictured, a sanctuary - welcoming, immaculate, well stocked, and super close to the best part of Spanish Well’s pink sand beaches. Soooo worth the money!!! Do not hesitate to book!!!!
Timely communication with Rachel, who was also very gracious and informative- went above and beyond coordinating transportation and orienting us, giving us tips about the area and excursions. Especially appreciated the quiet beach nearby. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
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