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Beautiful Harbourside Property with Pool on Water + Private Dock

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Pool
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dunmore Town, Harbour Island
  • Briland's Blue Hole
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Pink Sand Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

2nd Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3rd Bedroom

1 King Bed

4th Bedroom

3 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Master Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Bedroom Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

3rd Bedroom Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Back Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bar Restroom

Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Harbourside Property with Pool on Water + Private Dock

Large mediterranean style villa with expansive water views over the harbour.

It can be rented alone to sleep up to 11 or with it's small guest house, The Blue Bungalow (VRBO 3200224) that would allow for 13.

The Blue Ruin is well situated right in Dunmore Town with incredible views of the water, and includes 4 charming bedrooms, each with a newly renovated private bath. There is also a fifth bedroom/separate cottage that can be rented for an additional fee. Nestled into lush vegetation at the edge of the bay it offers complete privacy while being very close to several of the islands best restaurants. The property also include the islands first saltwater pool, a relaxing pool deck with harbor views and a private dock that comes with two kayaks for your use.

Enter the property through a beautiful arched wooden doorway into a lushly landscaped courtyard with a dining table and access to the guest bedrooms, living room and kitchen. Past the front courtyard you walk into the airy living room with 20' ceilings and the original pickled-cypress walls. Adjoining the living room is the dining room and access to the bar/tv room, outdoor pavilion and master suite. Access to the guest wing is also available via the master suite . The outdoor pavilion provides beautiful views from both it's dining and seating areas and is a great place to watch the activity in the harbor and on the government dock. Below the outside porch, you will find the first saltwater pool on Harbour Island and steps leading you down to the dock where you can sit and watch turtles, manatees and rays go by!

The view across the bay to Eleuthera is beautiful, especially at sunset, and to the right is the charming waterfront and town dock. Swim in the pool and watch boats coming and going. The Blue Ruin’s location makes it perfect for walking along Bay Street and to some of the island’s best restaurants.

Daily house cleaning and gardening services are provided (Sunday excluded) Private chefs for dinners can be arranged as well.

Additionally, a new reverse-osmosis water system and generator are provided for the guests comfort.

Guests have full access and use of the property. We are always available to answer any questions and can help arrange anything you need while staying on the island.

Power and water can be major issues on Harbour Island. Power currently comes from 'temporary' diesel generators and the service has regular interruptions. Fresh water comes from Eleuthera via underwater pipeline and the aging of the pipe has caused the water to have an extremely high salt content. For these reasons, The Blue Ruin provides backup power via it's own diesel generator and a reverse-osmosis water system to filter and treat the water supply.

The property is approximately 10 to 12 minutes walking distance to the beach and most of the island is very walkable. Renting a golf cart for a day or for your whole stay is a great way to have access to the whole island and is a fun way to get around and sightsee.

Property manager

Ryan Malloy

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dunmore Town

Located in Dunmore Town, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial and Glen Stewart Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Government Dock and Fisherman's Dock. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dunmore Town, Harbour Island

What's nearby

  • Briland's Blue Hole - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fisherman's Dock - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pink Sand Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lone Tree - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gusty's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cocoa Coffeehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Queen Conch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪VicHum's - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Harbourside Property with Pool on Water + Private Dock have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful Harbourside Property with Pool on Water + Private Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Harbourside Property with Pool on Water + Private Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Harbourside Property with Pool on Water + Private Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Harbourside Property with Pool on Water + Private Dock located?

This family-friendly Dunmore Town holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Pink Sand Beach. Briland's Blue Hole and Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial are just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

P L.

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

Charming beach home

We had 6 adults and loved being able to all be in one home. The home is on Bay Street which is a great location to walk anywhere. Bay Street can be noisy if you are looking for a quiet vacation. The home is even prettier in person than the online photos. We had access to kayaking right off the dock and there’s a pool. We did see sharks circling near the dock so beware. There’s a lovely patio and a cheerful den to read or relax on. Housekeeper was wonderful and she and the manager helped with any needs we had. We loved that pool chairs and umbrellas were provided as well as beach towels and sunscreen! I would definitely stay there again and would recommend the property. There’s a baby bed and day bed so any ages could be accommodated.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia K.

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

Loved!

Blue Ruin was so perfect—beautiful and full of life and character. Was very comfortable for our family. We loved it– would definitely recommend and book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T., greenwich, CT

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

The perfect Bahamian experience

If you want to be centrally located, and you appreciate the authentic charm of a Bahamian style villa, this home is for you! The owners have clearly decorated and lived in the house with deep love and appreciation for local style and objects. The pool is the perfect place for an afternoon dip, with lovely sunsets as a backdrop. The bedrooms were utterly charming and comfortable. We also particularly enjoyed the bar/den area, for evening cocktails and ocean view. Really it was the perfect place to stay, we walked to the beach and to all the town's restaurants with ease. I would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Malloy

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We are the third generation of our family to love and enjoy Harbour Island and we all grew up visiting this special place from when we were babies. It's our family home and from time to time we rent it to guests who will treat it as much. While we love parties, this is not the house for you. It's the best house to watch incredible sunsets, turtles, and curl up with a book from the extensive library.

Languages:

English, Spanish