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Escape to the tranquil shores of Eleuthera at Parlay at Sunset. With 5 spacious bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, and expansive beachfront views, this Caribbean retreat is perfect for families and friends alike. Unwind in the screened-in Bahamas room or recharge with yoga on the beach using one of two provided mats.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Private family beach bungalow - on a beautiful swimming beach

  • Parlay at Sunset is a large 5 Bedroom (sleeps 11), 3 Bathroom beachfront vacation rental on the beautiful island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. Located on the calm, clear waters of Eleuthera's Caribbean side you can spend hours playing on the beach, snorkeling in the clear shallow waters or just soaking in the warm Bahamian sunshine. The beach at Parlay at Sunset is absolutely stunning. The usually calm 'Caribbean' blue waters are perfect for kayaking, snorkeling and diving. The sandy beach is miles long and filled with amazing seashells, large and small, all waiting to be collected and treasured.

    The following is a list of many of Parlay at Sunset's wonderful amenities:
    All living room, kitchen furniture and appliances are brand new!
    5 bedrooms (sleeps 11 people)
    3 Full Bathrooms COMPLETLY BRAND NEW
    Central A/C in the main living areas
    Mini Split A/C's in each of the bedrooms BRAND NEW
    New "American" style kitchen with stove, dishwasher, fridge and microwave, also stand alone water cooler and ice maker in fridge
    Kitchen table holds 10 people
    55" Flat Screen smart TV in Living room, 42" smart TV in master, 32 " TV with firestick in Queen bedroom. 32" smart TV in second Queen bedroom and 43" TV with firestick
    43" in kids area
    IPTV in family room and Master bedroom
    Play room with toys
    2 Full sized Washers and Dryers, one set in each end of the house.
    Screened in and tiled Bahamas room with full access to the backyard and to the inside of the house
    1300 Galloon water holding tanks for uninterrupted water during your stay
    Automatic Whole House Generator for uninterrupted power during vacation
    Beach Cabana with electricity and lighting and Bluetooth speakers
    New tiled outdoor shower
    WIFI Starlink free internet
    Kayaks with paddles
    Paddle Boards with paddles
    2 Yoga mats
    Beach chairs and lie down lounges
    Sand Toys
    Propane grill outside and Gotham steel indoor grill
    Hammocks
    All pots/pans/dishes
    all new linens, mattress pads and duvet covers
    Snorkeling Gear

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car available
  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: no cats

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Tarpum Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Cotton Bay Club Golf Course and Powel Point Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Winding Bay. With kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Tarpum Bay travel guide
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Tarpum Bay, South Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Winding Bay
    15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Ten Bay Beach
    18 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Windermere Island Beach
    19 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Ocean Hole
    22 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Central Eleuthera Beach
    26 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Rock Sound (RSD-Rock Sound Intl.)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Seaside Breeze Restaurant & Bar
    5 min drive
  • Anchor Bay Friday Night Fish Fry
    13 min drive
  • Shantzii's Restaurant & Bar
    5 min drive
  • Fish Bones
    14 min drive
  • Neek’s Eats & Treats
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private family beach bungalow - on a beautiful swimming beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Private family beach bungalow - on a beautiful swimming beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private family beach bungalow - on a beautiful swimming beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private family beach bungalow - on a beautiful swimming beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private family beach bungalow - on a beautiful swimming beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tarpum Bay holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Winding Bay, Windermere Island Beach and Ten Bay Beach. Central Eleuthera Beach and Ocean Hole are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Private family beach bungalow - on a beautiful swimming beach Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in a great location and everything as described. The host was very responsive and made our stay memorable.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a large group/family! Very comfortable beds, lots of kids toys, plenty of snorkeling/beach gear, and can’t beat the sunsets on the beach right out the back door! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive to our questions and sent a great information packet. The house was very clean and comfortable. We appreciated all of the amenities that were available to us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome trip, fantastic property. Very comfortable, highly recommended. It’s a perfect spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at this home on Eleuthera. The house was spacious, with a beautiful outdoor sun room to hang out in. The beach is right in your backyard, with plenty of amazing water sport equipment to use. My family of 11 (including 1 4 year old) had a great family vacation stop here. Perfect place to relax!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

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

Eleuthera Vacation

We were very pleased with our stay at Parlay Sunset! It was a beautiful spot on the calm side of the island. It was so nice to have our own beach! The property was well taken care of. The cottage had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were a group of 5 senior women spending a week in Parley at Sunset. Beautiful house, looked like the photos in the listing. The setting is great. We spent a lot of time in the water - you do NEED water shoes as there are some rocks and lots of shells which you want protection for. It's a great place if you're into shelling, as there are lots of them. The kitchen was ultra stocked in kitchenware and there were lots of towels, snorkling equipment, extra water shoes, but sprays, etc. The Bahama Room was by far the best room of the house. I would highly recommend this home for a vacation you won't want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vance B.

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

Loved Parley at Sunset

We had a blast staying here, our first time on Eleuthera. The beach in front of the house was the best of anywhere on the island. We're coming back next year and hope to stay at the same house. Thank you for renting us your place.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne G.

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

Cannot be beat!

House and beach are outstanding!!! Very relaxing and beautiful. Attention to detail was evident and much appreciated. Check in and check out could not have been easier. Thank you for a wonderful weekend! The four of us will carry the memories with us and we hope to return again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B T.

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

Perfect for family with small kids

We loved this house and especially the screened in porch were we spent every morning and evening. Well stocked kitchen with everything we needed. We were six adults and 2 kids under 6 and we had a fantastic time. Thank you Charles for making it easy and a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER B.

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

perfect family setup

Perfect for kids ,lots to do cabana awesome. Stores eateries all short distances. Everything on property well cared for and updated. My family had a blast! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

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

Tarpon Bay Beach Paradise

The property was so beautiful and made you never want to leave! We enjoyed snorkeling in the crystal clear water right outside the backdoor and stargazing under the clear starlit sky while listening to the waves crash just feet from us. We could not have asked for a more peaceful and serene place to be! Diana the owner and Charles the property manager were so kind and helpful the entire trip from start to finish which made a perfect experience even better than we could have ever imagined. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janette D.

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

Parlay at Sunset

Parlay at Sunset was a great stay. There were a few minor hiccups from the previous renters, but Charles the property manager took care of things within a timely manner. We had a wonderful stay, and the private beach area was serene and blissful. My family had fun shell hunting. I recommend Parlay at Sunset for your Tarpum Bay stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD D.

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

We love Parlay at Sunset

Quiet,tranquil, your very own private beach. Close to Rock Sound airport. Close to groceries. Love all the locals and Eleuthera Tours with Captain Donald is a must. Our second time there and sure to be more. Charles was great and quick with all of our needs. Love,love this place!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Nice get away

We stayed at Parlay at Sunset 11/12-11/17. The home is huge and beautiful! I was almost sad we had such a large space for 3 people... almost! The yard and beach are gorgeous!We never saw anyone else on the "private" beach. Charles made sure we were well taken care of and even brought us homemade punch and rum! We will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

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

Wonderful respite in southern Eleuthera

We had just a short stay in Tarpum Bay and rented this wonderful property. The beach was great and the amenities were very good. The location is a bit remote which we like but may not be for everyone. The house was extremely comfortable and catered to the children which was wonderful. Would certainly go back here again for a longer period in the future. We love Eleuthera !!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

Nice Place

Nice, big home steps from the beach. Very clean. Had everything we needed including beach towels and gear. Never had a chance to snorkel at the house but there are many opportunities around the island to snorkel.There were only 4 of us in the house so we had plenty of space to spread out. The caretaker, although we never met him, was very helpful.Make sure you know how to use WhatsApp as it is widely used on the island. very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

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

Amazing 8 Day Stay

We had a group of 11 of us stay at Parlay @ Sunset. We had such an amazing stay. We loved the beautiful beach!!! We loved the outdoor shower and the screened in back porch. We had plenty of room to spread out! We loved having two washers and dryers. We had everything we needed for our cooking purposes! We had an issue with water pressure, but the host was quick to respond. We loved our stay and would definitely come back to this house and beautiful island!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

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

Fantastic Vacation!

This property is amazing and we had NO disappointments! The beds were comfortable and felt like home versus a hotel bed. The kitchen had almost every appliance you could want to help prep meals. The Screenroom was our favorite place to take our meals. We spent most of our week kayaking and snorkeling off the beach outside the house. There is so much wildlife right in the water right off the shore. We will cherish this trip and hope to return to Parlay at Sunset!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francois G.

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

We did parlay at sunset ;)

Parlay at Sunset is a great villa. I was amazed how much rooms and space we had. Many bedrooms, sofas, kitchen appliances, etc. On the first day when we reached the patio, we saw the beach setup with all the kayaks, paddle boards , we knew we made the right choice. This villa is spacious, clean, directly on the beach. Just amazing !
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

AR S.

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

Chilling at Parlay on Sunset in Eleuthra

Perfectly location on a secluded beach and right off the Queens Highway. We enjoyed sunset evenings in the gazebo & the calm blue waters. Liked that the bedrooms are on either side of the living area. Note that there are no immediate neighbours and plan to shop for meals or eat out at one of the local restaurants. Our host Diana and property manager Charles were very responsive and accommodating. Be sure to read the house book for tips about places to eat and visit. Hifhly recommend staying at Parlay! August 17, 2024
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

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

Colorado visitors

We had a great vacation at Parlay at Sunset. The location is very private, no close neighbors. The kitchen is very well equipped including lots of spices. We loved the Bahamas Room. The sunsets were amazing. A great selection of sunscreen and bug repellent was appreciated. We had as many as 4 local, well behaved dogs to enjoy. Buy some dog food, they are hungry. We hope to return soon for more than 8 days.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April S.

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

Nothing short of AMAZING

This property is absolutely AMAZING! The house, the yard, the beach, the amenities…it’s everything you could ask for. We snorkeled right off the beach and the ocean is so alive…sitting in a chair in the water reading, there was a starfish right beside us and fish swimming at our feet. The host is gave us great tips before travel and provided very helpful information for our stay. Do not pass on this property!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Parlay Christmas week. We are a family of 6 adults, and 9, 4, 2 year olds and 6 month old. The space was clean, plenty of towels, lots of dishware, even a Christmas tree:). Our littles enjoyed the playroom. The Roku allowed us to log into our own Netflix and Prime. The house front on a main street with some traffic so we were careful the kids did not use the front door. The backyard was gorgeous! Sand and sun, lots of lounge chairs. A few beach toys. Bring water shoes for all because during low tide the beach is 5 feet of coral before sand. When the tide comes up, the littles could wade shoeless along the shore. Enjoyed the kayaks, life jackets, and snorkel gear. We drove an hour and 15 minutes to visit the Glass Window Bridge, which was cool and included a stop at Queens Bath, then lunch at the little roadside Delish Roadside restaurant, which was nice, but wow the food in the Bahamas is expensive. Every restaurant charges 15% tip plus 10% VAT on top of menu price. So glad we packed meat for three meals and lots of dry goods. The no-seeums are a force to be reckoned with, so glad we brought picaridin wipes and Deep Woods. Shop at Duty Free in Nassau for liquor - half the price of island booze. Got the rest and decompression we needed! hope we can return to explore the island more.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

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

Grateful for Parlay at Sunset

Few properties anticipate vacationers' needs as thoroughly as this one. The kitchen was well-equipped, the beach area was like a mini resort, the property manager was available to us and handled any issues quickly, its proximity to Tarpum Bay helped us meet wonderful people and get fresh fish, lobster, and conch salad, and the small market in town met our needs. Children are clearly welcomed here with a clean, charming play area. They even had enough laundry hampers and towels for a large, busy family. Just remember to bring water shoes and your insect repellent of choice--you will likely need these wherever you go in Eleuthera anyway. Such wonderful memories were made!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025