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Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera
  • Popular LocationOceanView Farm2 min walk
  • Popular LocationQueens Bath3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTwin Coves Beach9 min drive
  • AirportGovernor's Harbour (GHB)19 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.

Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink

Welcome to Unicorn Cay on the Island of Eleuthera in Governor's Harbour. "A place so magical surely unicorns could live here." With the auto generator, water storage and now Starlink internet and WIFI you have the best of the basics while in paradise.

This luxurious beachfront estate sits on 7 acres with 300 feet of pink sand beach. Unicorn Cay was built in 1940 by a famous English writer and explorer, Rosita Forbes. It is based on the style of a French Chateaux complete with a central courtyard and an entryway flanked by turrets.

The home was recently beautifully restored retaining the original Abaco pine floors, wood work, and native stone. The central courtyard has a covered patio overlooking the heated pool. The pool is heated during the winter months. Each of the four bedrooms have private entrances from the courtyard. The master also has access from the library. The large gourmet kitchen is equipped with two refrigerators, electric stove top and two ranges, coffee nook, gathering island, and all the small appliances and utensils that you can think of. The home also offers a formal dining room, large great room with hand crafted walnut bar, laundry room, library, and media room. The numerous surrounding verandas and covered patios provide quaint areas for morning coffee or afternoon socializing.

The Unicorn Cay pink sandy beach spans 300 feet. Reefs are close by for easy snorkeling. You could walk for miles in either direction looking for beach treasures or just enjoying the incredible views. This beach is one of the most beautiful on the island. Kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and snorkel gear are all provided for your enjoyment.

Services: Housekeeping will be provided prior to arrival and after you leave. Additional cleaning services may be arranged. Recommended private chefs will be provided upon request. A special event coordinator can be arranged for destination wedding or group event planning. Golf carts are provided for use within the property.

A back up generator and cistern will provide utilities when electricity and water go off on the island. (This is a common experience on the island.) In addition, a water purifying system has been added which provides purifies water to the refrigerators' ice maker, water dispenser, and a faucet at the sink. Bottled water is not needed. Finally, a reliable and fast internet and WIFI with the recent installation of the Starlink satellite dish.

The courtyard pool is 16' X 32' and can be heated for an additional $300 per week.

Rates: The base rate of $4 725 (7 nights) includes rental of the main house and master suite or 2 guest. The main house consists of the kitchen, dining room, great room, library/media, laundry room, verandas and courtyard pool area. Included also is access to Unicorn Cay beach and the use of a golf cart within the property. Each additional guest is $50, therefore, the master and all 3 additional bedrooms (8 guest) the rate is $6825 for the week. (7 nights).

If hosting an event with more than 10 guest it must be preapproved and there may be additional charges. Please contact Jane regarding events.

We hope to see you soon at Unicorn Cay!

Property manager

Scott and Jane Snyder

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Blender
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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

  • Unit size: 7000 sq ft (650 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Unicorn Cay Oceanfront Luxury Estate banks RD Governor's Harbour
Unicorn Cay Oceanfront Luxury Estate banks RD

About the area

Governor's Harbour

Located in Governor's Harbour, this holiday home is on the beach. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Lucayan Archipelago reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include OceanView Farm and Queens Bath. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • OceanView Farm - 2 min walk
  • Queens Bath - 3 min drive
  • Twin Coves Beach - 9 min drive
  • Hut Point Beach - 13 min drive
  • Ten Bay Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Buccaneer Club - 6 min drive
  • Tippy's - 3 min drive
  • Hot Buns Bakery - 6 min drive
  • 1648 - 6 min drive
  • Da Perk Cafe - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink located?

Nestled on the beach, this Governor's Harbour holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and OceanView Farm. Central Eleuthera Beach and Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
True Paradise
Unbelievable! Home was beautiful and offered plenty of space. Views from veranda were postcard perfect. We loved being able to come back to the pool after the beach. Home was very well equipped and stocked. It had everything we needed. Jane was very responsive and Sherman and his grandson were very helpful and responsive
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
I can’t wait to return, Unicorn Cay exceeded our expectations and so did our host Jane. The home had everything you wanted or needed. The beds were so comfortable. The kitchen was a dream. The pool was perfect. Then the beach…it was gorgeous.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best house in Bahamas
The house and hosts were terrific. Can’t help but love the kitchen, pool, amenities, private beach, toys, comfy beds… all good things. I’ll go back as soon as I can!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing!
This place was over the top! It had everything we needed and so much more! Jane was super helpful but never intrusive. The pool was the highlight of our daughter’s vacation. We did have our 3 year old stay in the master with us so she wasn’t on the other side of the pool, but there’s so much space it wasn’t an issue at all. The grandparents certainly appreciated the privacy (and quiet) of having their room separated from the main house by the courtyard/pool. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family vacation
Our family of 4 with two school age kids stayed for a week in late March. Was a magical experience. Everything matched the description. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! Great host!
This is a beautiful property in a great location. The host, Jane, was very helpful and responsive. Extremely clean and it had everything we needed and then some. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We found the Unicorn
Unicorn Cay was a elegant property. From the gated private pool in the courtyard, to the terrace views of the ocean, to the player piano in the huge ballroom with a bar you felt like you were in a high end hotel. The decor pays tribute to the 1940s when it was built but it still has all the amenities that you would expect of a modern property today. Jane could not have been more helpful or responsive. The whole family can’t wait until we visit again.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Summer Get away
This was a fabulous relaxing trip. The pictures and description did not do the home justice, it exceeded all expectations. The home was located centrally on the island and allowed us to explore. The beach was the softest I’ve ever set foot on, water warm and clear. Jane was incredibly helpful and wonderful to work with. This vacation has made us life long fans of Unicorn Cay, Jane and Eleuthera, we can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House
Beautiful property with so much history. Very well maintained and cared for. Everything you need for great vacation. Owners and property managers were great. Thank you Jane!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JODY J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket List Stay
This home is amazing was the best part of our vacation and owners were very detail oriented. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023