This holiday home places you steps from Lucayan Archipelago and within a 10-minute stroll of Haynes Public Library. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a balcony or patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. Bathrooms are shared. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a library, a terrace and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and a porch. .With a stay at this Governor's Harbour holiday home, you'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from Central Eleuthera Beach and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Twin Coves Beach.
Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
OceanView Farm - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Twin Coves Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
Hut Point Beach - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
1648 - 6 min walk
Tippy's - 6 min walk
Buccaneer Club - 3 min walk
Unique Village - 12 min drive
Mate and Jenny's - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach
Welcome to FOLLY!
One of the most beautiful Victorian Houses in Governors Harbour Eleuthera, with breathtaking views of the Harbour from sunrise to sunset. Sunset cocktails are an absolute must!!
The main town of Governor's Harbour, steps from our front door, has grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, two banks with ATMs, a bakery, gift shops, a diving shop, and medical clinic. You can buy fresh fish every afternoon from fishermen at the town dock.
Friday Night Fish Fry in the Harbour is a street/beach party that brings all of the tourists and locals together with food, drinks, and dancing in the street. Something not to be missed… and you can walk.
Governors Harbour also has a beach on the harbor which you can see from the front of the house, and which you can walk to in two minutes.
Enjoy a beautiful night on the wrap around porch, dining alfresco and sipping cocktails while watching all the boats and activities.
FOLLY has been updated and features a large elegant living room with a gorgeous, open, sun-filled plan, overlooking the harbor and featuring light sheers for total privacy. This house also includes comfortable couches and a smart TV with cable and internet. There's also a crib. Folly has AC in every room.
The wonderful separate dining room sits 12 and is great for large gatherings and has beautiful sideboards for easy entertaining.
There is also a sitting room with a walk out to the private back terrace. The terrace includes an outdoor eating area, lounge chairs, and an outdoor shower. A wonderful space for garden parties with night lighting and beautiful tropical flowers. There is also a gas grill.
The stunning modern kitchen with an oversized island features open shelving and plenty of counter space. Note that it does not have a dishwasher. It is fully equipped with everything else a chef would need.
There is a full bath located on the main floor off the kitchen, which has a walk-in shower.
The second floor features 3 large bedrooms and a library which overlooks the Harbour.
Master/Main Bedroom - A dream retreat! This room features a queen size bed, closet, dresser, and a beautiful seating area for reading, with lots of natural light and wrap around windows.
Guest Bedroom 1 - Overlooks the Harbour, has 2 single beds that can be converted to a king, a closet and a dresser.
Guest Bedroom 2 - Overlooks the rear terrace, has a queen size bed, closet, and dresser. From this room, you can smell the wonderful night jasmine as you fall asleep.
There is one shared bathroom on this floor that is en-suite to the master and which the other two bedrooms can access from the hall. This full bath contains a shower/tub combination.
Off the back terrace, there is a separate guest suite with its own entrance. A great space with a king size bed, en-suite full bath with a shower/tub combination, and a small kitchenette with a toaster oven, coffee machine, small fridge, kettle, plates and glasses and utensils. There is no range or oven in the kitchenette.
FOLLY is situated in the heart of the main town so you can walk everywhere.
The glorious world-famous pink sand beaches of French Leave are a short picturesque 3 minute drive or a 15 minute walk.
The drive way can easily accommodate 5 cars.
Enjoy your stay at FOLLY!
Property manager
Kristin Tornow and Matthew Simon
Languages
English
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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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
929339
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach?
The closest beach to Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach is Ten Bay Beach (12.8 km).
Does Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and travel cots, it's no surprise that Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach?
No, Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Restored Historic Waterfront Captains Home, Sunset Views, Walk to Beach Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Christina M.
27 Feb 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Insecure home broken into multiple times during our stay
The owner was aware of multiple break ins to a home she owns next door and failed to secure at least 20 windows in this house - which had no locks and could be opened freely from the exterior with no resistance when we arrived. Not surprisingly, we were broken into as well. When we realized things weren't just misplaced, they had been stolen and were taken on different days - it was terrifying to stay in this house for the last night before we left, wondering if they'd come back again. Also - the AC in the fourth room wasn't working - making the room unusable, the oven was broken (but repaired two days later) and there were cockroaches and ants in the kitchen and rust on many places on the exterior of the house. The owner also forgot we were coming so there was 1/2 a roll of toilet paper for the whole house and no hand or dish soap when we arrived.
Christina M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
John G., Glasgow
5 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place !!
What a great house and so spacious!
Lots of room and beautiful grounds Martha the owner cannot do enough for you ! The location at governors harbour is excellent!! Totally recommend this little piece of heaven to stay in !!
John G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
11 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A week in Paradise
We loved this house with an incredible view of the harbor! Being centrally located on the island, we were able to explore a lot of the island. And the house was well supplied with kitchen items and linens! We would definitely there again if the opportunity arose!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher L.
6 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Folly Review
We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was as advertised, the owner was responsive and the area was perfect.
Christopher L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Caleb B.
28 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot for an incredible vacation!
Folly house is full of character and charm and in a perfect place to explore Eleuthera! It is very nice to walk into delightful Governor’s Harbour and close to so many beautiful beaches! The owner and property manager were very helpful in planning our trip and while there. We are so grateful for the special memories we will cherish of this amazing place!
Caleb B.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kendra G.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of heaven
Our stay at Folly and trip to Eleuthera was beyond perfect. Folly is your quintessential Bahamian home. The location is fabulous. It’s within walking distance to the store, a couple of shops and restaurants. We also were able to walk to the Fish Fry, which turned out to be the highlight of our trip. The property manager was easy to get a hold of and Leo, the caretaker of Folly, went above and beyond. He even cut down and crack open some coconuts for us. It was truly a dream vacation.
Kendra G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela L.
8 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect central location!
Folly is a beautiful historic home centrally located in Governor's Harbor within walking distance of several restaurants, a grocery store, gas station and a short walk across the street to swim in the harbor.
The house was just as pictured and very clean. It was built over 100 yrs ago! Martha was very quick to respond to every request.
I highly recommend for location - we had 4 adults and 2 kids. Wifi was awesome!
Angela L.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori B.
8 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Friends vacation
It was a good vacation enjoyed it
Lori B.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Monroe D.
7 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Loved our stay at this historic character home.. Plenty of room for 8 adults. Kitchen was well equipped. Chef in our group loved it. Owner was very helpful.
Monroe D.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn H.
2 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way!
We are seasoned travelers to this location and Have stayed at this house many times over the years. It is charming, well provisioned, and perfect location to get to anywhere on the island. We can’t wait to be back for more porch sunsets. It is a literal aquarium in front of the house - this visit we spotted eagle rays, shark, grouper, dolphins and more!