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Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location.

Holiday home in Governor's Harbour with kitchen and patio

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On exclusive Bank's road, Sea Shanty offers a serene retreat with its own private swimming pool and rooftop deck overlooking the ocean. This charming beach cottage features high speed wireless internet, an open plan living area, and a cozy master bedroom with king size bed. Enjoy snorkeling and spear fishing off the nearby reef protected beaches or simply unwind in this peaceful neighborhood.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$448
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

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About this property

Entire place

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

Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location.

Characterful 2 bedroom beach cottage, a 5 minutes walk down a pathway to the beach, with its own small swimming pool.

Sea Shanty is located on exclusive Bank's road. The pink sand beach is a 5 minute walk away, and Tippy's restaurant is a 2 minute drive or 15 walk down the beach.

Sea Shanty, which sits in 1/4 acre of private grounds, has a roof top deck, overlooking the trees, with a view to the ocean beyond. There is a new 15 foot, private swimming pool for your use. The cozy master bedroom, which has King size bed, is directly off the deck on the second floor of the house. Downstairs is open plan, with the a small, but fully functioning kitchen, a dining area suitable for 4, and a lounge which has a TV and a couch. Off the living room, there is a small 2nd bedroom with a queen bed, and a single loft bed above. This second bedroom would suit children, but also works for a couple. The property is quiet and peaceful, with only few high end houses in the neighborhood.

There is high speed wireless internet throughout the property.

The property is centrally located, being 10 minutes from Governors Harbour on the beautiful Bank's road, the most sought after area in Eleuthera. There are mile and miles of reef protected beaches, both north and south, in front of the house for you to explore. There is great snorkeling and spear fishing off the beach directly in front.

There are grocery stores 10 minutes away and 3-4 of the best restaurants on the island are within a 10 minute drive.

The property would suit anyone looking for a quiet and peaceful location, in the heart of the island.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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

Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean View Walk Beach Prime Location House
Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean View Walk Beach Prime Location
Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean View Walk to Beach Prime Location
Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean View Walk Beach Prime Location House
Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean View Walk Beach Prime Location House
Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean View Walk to Beach Prime Location
Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean View Walk to Beach Prime Location
Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean View Walk to Beach Prime Location
Sea Shanty New 2019 Ocean view Walk to Beach Prime Location.

About the area

Governor's Harbour is home to this holiday home. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Lucayan Archipelago reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include OceanView Farm and Queens Bath.
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governors harbour, eleuthera

What's nearby

  • OceanView Farm - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Central Eleuthera Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Queens Bath - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 13 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪1648 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Da Perk Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pascal’s - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. ?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. on 2 Feb 2026 start from AU$448.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. located?

Situated in Governor's Harbour, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago, OceanView Farm and Central Eleuthera Beach. Queens Bath and Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location. Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 127 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This was our second time staying at Sea Shanty. The home is in a great location and has everything we need for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay in GH

Great location. Rustic style with all the necessary amenities. Property owner is nearby and very friendly and knowledgeable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing place

My husband and I visited the island for the first time.Sea Shanty was a great centrally located base for our beach vacation. Beach is beautiful and it was great to have a private pool.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Robertson D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet "Sea Shanty" Retreat

Enjoyed our stay at Sea Shanty. The cottage was comfortable, the property was nice and the pool was a bonus. The rooftop deck was a great place to relax with morning coffee, evening beverage and star gazing. The path to the beautiful beach across the road was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Rustic but very comfortable in a great location. Perfect for what we wanted for a family of 5 getaway and New Year.Sunset cocktails on the upstairs terrace particularly memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Island Cottage

Sea Shanty was just what we needed for a quick weekend stay. Conveniently located on the island and our absolute favorite beach is right down the path across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paddy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and private

We had a wonderful and relaxing week at this lovely accommodation . Terrific host. Everything we hoped for.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a lovely time at the Sea Shanty. Cozy quarters but a comfortable place to sleep and hang out while not out exploring the island
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Perfect location Jethro fabulous host
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Beach GEtaway

The location is fantastic, the house is relaxed and comfortable--it makes you feel like you are relaxing. There were sand fleas on the beach which ate us right up for the entire week--maybe this was just a fluke for this time of year? Nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and convenient

Private spot, comfortable house and beautiful beach. The location on the island is perfect.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience at Sea Shanty

Sea Shanty was a great VRBO. - less than a 5 minute walk from the beach with clearly marked private trail -very private, clean, and in the middle of everything - All appliances and cooking utensils were working - great view of stars at night from private deck - amazing hosts that will answer right away when you contact. Deffinately recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little cottage

Cute little house. Great location. I think the bed linens are all ready to be updated. Also, it’s nice that beach chairs are provided but they also need to be updated. Otherwise, it was good!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea Shanty for the win!

A perfect island shanty! Well thought out with everything you need for a stay. The hosts were great, the place was clean, the AC worked well, the location is great, very private, and we had a blast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super stay at Sea Shanty

We loved our time at Sea Shanty! Our 11 year old had fun in the pool and zip line, and we felt like we had the gorgeous beach out front to ourselves. Would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

J J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible

This property is an absolute gem!! Eleuthera on its own is simply remarkable, and what Jethro and his family have created just outside of Governor’s Harbor is nothing short of amazing. Our family of four have never been more relaxed, nor have we been surrounded by such beauty. Thank you, Jethro!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unwind at the cottage!

Our family of 4 (with 2 kids) had a great time at the Sea Shanty! It was our first time visiting the island and it was the perfect base to explore the island. The cottage is very clean, true to the pictures and was perfectly outfitted with everything you need to be self sufficient! The backyard has a nice clean pool and we especially loved morning coffee on the upper patio. Jethro our host was super responsive (within minutes) and very accommodating!The beach is across the street, down a short 5-10 walk in either direction which was awesome! There’s a small grocery store in town and some great restaurants within 5-10 min drive. We’d come back in a heart beat!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cabin snuggled in paradise.

Sea shanty was adorable. The pool was awesome. The owner came the first day to make sure everything was good and gave advice on what to do and where to go on the island. The beach is a very short walk, just across the street. Short walk to Tippy’s for great food and cold beer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Everything is as stated. Small well thought out cottage near the beach. The owner was super nice and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Place to Stay!

Sea Santy is a cool little house! The pool is very nice. The beach across the road is beautiful!!! Great location. Love everything about it! Great host as well! Probably will be back in the future! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Sea Shanty!

We enjoyed our 10-day stay. The sweet house was everything we expected—Clean, well designed and organized, and close to Governor’s Harbor as well as points north and south. The weather was hotter than we expected, but AC worked well. I especially enjoyed daily “workouts in the small and very clean pool. Jethro, who lives nearby, was particularly helpful with suggestions for restaurants and activities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davina C., London

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Escape

Sea Shanty is a wonderful escape from reality. Situated a mere 5 min walk from some of the best beaches I’ve ever experienced. We walked miles each day and only saw a handful of people. The rental has everything you need and Jethro was very welcoming. My highlights would be: Sunrise yoga on the lower terrace Having my morning cup of tea on the upper terrace Using the jungle cut-through to go walking on the beach Afternoon pina coladas by the pool (the rental has a blender) Afternoon napping on the hammock We most definitely will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for adventure!

I searched for months for the perfect rental on this island. I landed on sea shanty because of its proximity to the beach, and central location on the island. Perfect location to explore each end of the island with ease. The sea shanty is not insulated, but has plenty of AC split units/wall units to keep it cool. We cooked the majority of our stay and had everything we needed provided! Beach chairs, cooler bags, umbrella, and snorkel gear was also at the house. A few games were provided as well. The owner was amazing. Above and beyond! Would definitely stay here again, or use his larger property that’s right beside this one if we brought more family along! You can’t go wrong with this listing!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea Shanty is a gem!

Jerome’s place is a gem! This was our second stay here, and we were so happy to be back. The location is great. Sea Shanty is close to amenities yet has a very private feel. The beach access is less than a 5 minute walk down a palm tree lined path that is just across the street. Tippy’s is a short (10-15min) walk down the beach. This year we made a visit to the Leon Levy Preserve – which is a short drive from the house, and well worth a stop. The house itself is very comfortable and tidy. While we rarely felt the need for the a/c, it was nice to have on the few occasions when we wanted to take the humidity out. The upper deck is a great spot for coffee/tea in the morning. The backyard is like a mini sanctuary. The plunge pool was amazing. Just perfect for a quick dip after a day out exploring the island. Jerome was available for questions, but never intrusive. He is also terrific at making suggestions for restaurants, as well as beaches/activities to do. We had another fantastic stay and hope to be back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Everything!!

We went for a 5 day stay on the island and I saw this listing and I really loved what I saw. Everything was MORE than the listing. Jethro, the owner, is just an absolutley AMAZING host. He will give you thorough instructions on not only the property but on everything from where to shop to what to go see. He covers EVERYTHING, we hit almost all the things on the list and it was just a blast. Communication with Jethro is excellent, when we needed something which was twice, Jethro responded immediatly and delivered promptly. The property is secluded and the views are simply great! You really are within minutes of the beach and town.There is a porch on the second story and it's perfect, not only can you see all around, but the sky at night is just stunning... We laid on the deck one night and just watched the clouds pass over the moon with a perfect breeze and the sound of the ocean waves crashing. Truly remarkable.Fwiw we made our own breakfast onsite.. there was an eggpan I used and a toaster for my english muffins, there are other things to cook with too I just made breakfast though. It was very convienent to have these things to keep the cost from eating out a little lower. We took home leftovers and while there is a microwave.. we never ate the leftovers.. lol.. oh well... If you get a chance to stay here then you will absolutley NOT regret it!!Thanks Jethro you rock brother!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025