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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

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Eleuthera, Bahamas

Tay Bay Beach
‪121 min drive‬
Pink Sand Beach
‪121 min drive‬
Ben Bay Beach
‪133 min drive‬
North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Guest Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upstairs Guest Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Kid's Bedroom

1 Single Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Half Bath

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Outside Shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Upstairs Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Steal away to the beautiful little fishing island of Spanish Wells, Eleuthera. The sea , the people, the beaches, the sunsets, the fishing and the flowers and palm trees all conspire to wash away the stress of our busy lives. The Palm House is teetering on the shore of a beautiful cove where you can walk forever before the water reaches your waist. A full service grocery store equipped down to the kiwi and wontons is a 5 minute walk away. Multiple restaurants, yacht club, liquor stores are within walking distance . Harbor Island and lovely Eleuthera are a short ferry ride away. Rent a car and drive south to check out various sites.

Paddle boards, kayak, bicycles and kite surf are provided. The Home was built in 2002 and furnished with an eye toward a perfect family get away. There are 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with an outdoor shower and very large seaside deck where most of the fun time is spent. There is a large sleeping room for children with bassinet, crib, toddler bed and two full beds in addition to the 3 queen bedrooms. 15 can stay here comfortably. The kitchen is fully equipped for the serious cook , and the home is lovingly decorated in the vintage beach house style. Wi-fi is fully operational as well as a local phone landline and cable television. Come on down and be our guest. You will love this safe and peaceful ... Visually stunning ... swath of paradise , the likes of which are found no where else in the Caribbean..

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No more than 12 total guests.

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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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Spanish Wells

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

Eleuthera, Bahamas

What's nearby

Current Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 6.0 km
Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic - 22 min drive - 16.9 km
Briland's Blue Hole - 25 min drive - 18.4 km
Glass Window Bridge - 29 min drive - 24.9 km
Current Cut - 33 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wreckers Restaurant & Bar - ‬13 min walk
‪Eagles Landing - ‬6 min walk
‪Sandbar bar & grill - ‬5 min drive
‪Shipyard Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
‪Budda's Snack Shack - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Palm House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Palm House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Palm House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Palm House located?

This Spanish Wells holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lucayan Archipelago, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Current Bay Beach and Fisherman's Dock. Government Dock and Lone Tree are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

2 March 2025

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

Beautiful beaches

Our group had a wonderful time enjoying the beautiful beaches.The Palm House met all our expectations.The property manager was always available to answer all our questions and helped us find a great boat excursion. Loved it all.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anne B.

11 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Palm House

Our group of six really enjoyed our stay there, house and locarion was amazing. There were just a few items that were listed on VRBO site that weren’t available. They listed a hot tub there wasn’t one, listed a dishwasher but it was broken. Also the outdoor shower was run down as well as the deck and the outdoor furniture shown in pics wasnt all there. Other than that we really enjoyed it and would stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane W.

31 January 2025

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

Amazing home and island

We had an excellent vacation here. The location is unbeatable, with the beach a few steps away and a sandbar creating a calm, clear area for smaller kids to swim. The local property managers are amazing, very responsive and well-connected on the island. We were a party of 8 and the house was spacious and comfortable. The back deck is a great space, but could use some maintenance as there was a hole (which we kept covered with a chair) and some raised nails. Aside from this, we have no complaints, would recommend the propoerty, and would love to return again soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary R.

6 December 2024

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Excellent stay

Wonderful property and location. Very clean and as advertised. Dishwasher was not working which was minor hiccup. Overall we loved the property and Spanish Wells is such a special place. Property manager Kenny was awesome and very helpful.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa I.

18 February 2024

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Second time at the Palm House

Love this house, great location and very comfortable stay. We brought my twin two year olds this trip and the house was very easy to stay in with a crib and toddler bed upstairs.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

31 January 2019

Great location, nice place!

Can’t ask for a better spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

10 January 2023

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Amazing Vacation.

From the very beginning, the communication was amazing, Kenny helped us with everything from finding grocery stores to booking charters. The location was incredible, and overall it was just great.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa I.

23 February 2023

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

Second Spanish Wells Stay

This was our second trip to Spanish Wells and first stay at the Palm House. The house was wonderful, location was ideal, and property management was very responsive. Great house for families with small kids. Already planning our next stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana V.

6 February 2024

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Wonderful home/beach

I rented this house for a family get together with 4 couples and it was absolutely perfect. It is situated on the most amazing beach that is great for walking/swimming and beach combing. The house was perfect for all of us with a wonderfully stocked and large kitchen, great living area, bedrooms and huge deck that is right on the beach. There are a few really good restaurants within walking or golf cart driving distance and the largest grocery store on the island right around the corner. Kenny the property manager was super helpful. Would love to stay here again!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki s.

2 January 2023

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Beautiful

The house is just as listed. Plenty of space for a large group. The view gorgeous. Kenny and Margo were wonderful! If you are looking for a great home and beach this is the place for you.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

sus s.

10 July 2022

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Perfection

There is simply no better place for the family to get away by the beautiful sea. Kenny And Margo take good care of everyone in the house as well laid out for a family gatherings. We had a wonderful experience in lovely Spanish wells!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro F.

2 July 2019

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Great Accommodations for Larger Families/Groups

The Palm House was a delightful fit for our family to travel with friends to Spanish Wells. This was our second trip to this quiet little island, and we hope not our last. There are many things to like about the property, but its best feature is the amazing deck looking out over the water. Thanks to Kenny & Margo for taking care of us during our visit, and Elizabetta for opening up her wonderful home.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

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10/10 Excellent

Hillary H., Poughkeepsie, ny

29 March 2018

Truly the perfect spot.

Palm House is even more glorious in person. The set up is by far the nicest we saw on the island. Beautifully decorated, clean, comfortable—Elizabeth was so helpful in every step of our planning and Margo was wonderful too. We’re already trying to find dates for our next trip. A truly perfect vacation. Thanks to Elizabeth for sharing it on VRBO!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

23 July 2018

Paradise....Perfect!

Pictures could never adequately describe the beauty of Spanish Wells and the perfection of this house. The space was plenty for two families (4 adults, 5 children) and the location was perfect. Kenny and Margo took care of all of our questions and needs and after a day or so you magically become a local (or are at least treated like one). We will visit again and stay with Elizabeth without question.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Larkin G.

12 June 2018

Beautiful Week

My family and I just got back from a week of wonderful vacation. The home was beautiful. What you see in the pictures doesn’t do justice to how amazing this home was. We spent so much time on the beautiful deck watching the kids play in the water. The home is beautifully decorated and had all the amenities we needed. We look forward to going back soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C., Washingtonville, USA

5 December 2023

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

Let's Keep This Our Little Secret!

The house is everything the reviews say. Close to restaurants, the supermarket, and soft-serve ice cream. Yet, you walk out the French doors onto the deck and are immediately on the beach. You can walk the beach for miles, walk the sand bar for a quarter mile or kayak out directly from the house to a shipwreck like my nervous husband and I did. The house itself offers everything you need and Kenny, a real nice guy, will come up with everything else you need. I'm going to stay here again as soon as I can!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

28 July 2018

What a Place!!

We stayed here for 7 days this summer with my family and in-laws. There were 9 of us in total and we had the best vacation ever. The house was plenty big enough for all but yet it was quaint and charming. The massive deck right on the water was the perfect spot to relax morning, noon, and night. At low tide, there is a huge sandbar just off the beach that you can walk to. We would bring our chairs out to the sand bar and play games surrounded by the beautiful aqua waters of the Caribbean. The owners of the property and the local caretakers were so helpful and easy to work with. I would highly recommend this place.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

21 February 2023

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Best place ever!!

We had the best time! We loved everything about the Palm House and Spanish Wells. The home had everything that we needed. The grocery store, papa scoops, the harbor, and restaurants are all just minutes away from the Palm House. Kenny and Margo are just delightful. They are very accommodating and welcoming. Vincent also responds very timely to anything that you have questions about. We have small children and the shallow water was perfect for them to play. We loved the community and walks on the beach. My only complaint is I had to come home. You will not regret staying at this wonderful home and in this lovely beach community.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

14 June 2022

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Fantastic stay!

We had an incredible stay at Palm House! The beach and ocean are right at the doorstep. We enjoyed snorkeling right in front of the house every day to see what new sea creatures we’d find. We were lucky to find a few sand dollars! We kayaked out to the nearby island which was tough, but well worth it because there is a coral reef surrounding it so the snorkeling was incredible! The beach is pristine and very pretty unpopulated so it’s very quiet and peaceful. Everything in the house was clean and comfortable. They were kind enough to leave the sunscreen and alcohol from the previous renters, so that was a bonus! Kenny was available for anything we needed from the taxi to the excursion. The grocery store was very close and we enjoyed all of the restaurants.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lou E.

21 January 2020

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Amazing!!

We visited the Palm House the week of MLK 2020. We were a group of 9 with kids ranging from 3 yrs to 10 yrs old. The Palm House on Spanish Wells is a magical place! The beach in front of the house was one of the most Beautiful Beaches any of us had ever seen. The owner Liz and her Caretakers Ken and Margo were amazing and the excursions with Bruno Underwood were fantastic! Spanish Wells is a laid back island where people get around on golf carts(which we loved) and are able to truly get the R+R that we all need! Our kids didn’t want to leave! The Palm House is extremely comfortable with 2 families and the location is perfect. We all can not wait to come back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

29 January 2023

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Wonderful family holiday

From the time we stepped off the ferry in Spanish Wells we felt comfortable, safe and welcome. This island is not for the all inclusive folks, but it was perfect for us! Property was wonderful and sat right on the best beach on the island. We had two toddlers so the shallow water was perfect for them. Plenty of water toys to use to go out beyond the bar for the older ones. House was extremely clean and had everything you would need for a relaxing holiday. I can’t say enough about the property managers, Kenny and Margo…..they truly reflected the heart of this island….so warm and accommodating even though we had folks coming and going most of the time. Margo even makes the best pumpkin bread I have ever had! I might need Bon Apetit to request her recipe as she keeps it close!!!! If you like a quiet island with a wonderful beach and a house that offers all the amenities, this is the place for you! We are already trying to figure out dates for 2024 so we can all go back!!!

Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruthanne R., Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

2 April 2023

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Back to Paradise

We have stayed at Palm House before and once again, we were not disappointed. Margo and Kenny Pinder were wonderful with helping us make excursion plans and coordinating golf cart rental and airport transportation. There were many island excursions that everyone must see including swimming with pigs, Sand Dollar beach, swimming with sea turtles and the swings with the amazing stingrays. Thanks to Paulie for taking us to all these beautiful sites. The house was a quintessential beach home with lots of space for our party of 9. I love how clean and cozy it was. The house had everything we needed including beach towels, a well-stocked kitchen, laundry, paddle board, kayak, goggles/snorkels, etc. The water and the beach were perfect with plenty of sun and lots of privacy. If you want serenity, this is the place. The locals are very pleasant and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from including our kids’ favorite, Papa’s Scoops for soft serve ice cream. Don’t be surprised to see us again in the future! Everyone was sad to go. Until next time Spanish Wells

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent R., Paragould Arkansas

5 August 2023

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Best vacation ever

It’s going to be hard to put this into words. We’ve been to some nice all incisive Caribbean resorts over the years and have always been happy. We wanted something different… and boy did we get it! The house and the view… we got really lucky with this house as I stumbled upon the vacancy only a few months from our week of vacation due to a cancellation. Walking the N beach of Spanish Wells a few times that this house likely has THE best location and view of any. No exaggeration. It’s extremely close to the water with zero dune or grass obstructing the view. Kenny and Margo were extremely helpful and were there for us throughout the week if we had questions. It was very hard for me to convince my family to stray away from an all inclusive resort with the always there food and drink and multiple swimming pools. If that’s your thing then this place is NOT for you. If your think is the most beautiful beach and water on earth and the ability to explore on your own amongst some super nice locals then maybe this is your spot!?!? It’s like taking a step back in time 30-40 years. We rented a boat for 4 days from Harbourside and fished / beach hopped the majority of the week. My family has had the time of their lives!!! We will be back to Spanish wells for sure! Hopefully we can plan far enough ahead to get the Palm House again! There’s much more I could say…. But words are hard to find to describe!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruthanne R., Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

10 April 2018

Amazing trip

This property is as wonderful as it looks. The house was warm and welcoming. It takes a bit to get to the island from Nassau but it was totally worth it! I think this house is the best home in Spanish Wells especially with the great deck, sand bar and the beautiful, clear water. Our kids could kayak, paddle board and explore without any worry. There were 10 of us (6 kids 11-18) and we were very comfortable in the house. We would recommend renting a golf cart to get around and bring plenty of CASH. The internet was out for a day on the whole island and none of the restaurants, grocery stores or shops could accept credit cards. Also, the one ATM on the island wasn't working for 3-4 days of our trip so it was a bit of a challenge (not a deterrent, though!) The people of Spanish Wells were incredibly nice and accommodating which is a rare find these days. We did a full day excursion with Bruno Underwood - we went fishing (caught LOTS of fish which Bruno and company cleaned for us), swam with the pigs and went snorkeling. Bruno was a wonderful guide and very knowledgeable about Spanish Wells, the surrounding islands and the water. We highly recommend him! The owner, Elizabeth, responded quickly to our questions and Kenny and Margo Pinder were very responsive to any needs or questions we had during our stay. The restaurants on the island were great. Budda's is great for a less expensive meal and drinks. Wreckers has great food and the Ship Yard has wonderful food but be prepared to pay for it (especially when feeding teenagers). Finally, our kids LOVED Papa's Scoops for a soft serve ice cream treat. There are different flavors every night and you just pull up in your golf cart and order. Our families unanimously agreed that this was our favorite vacation to date! Thank you, Elizabeth, for sharing your home with us. We are so thankful!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K., NY

7 June 2018

An amazing family vacation on an incredibly serene beach!!

Ahhhh, the Palm House…our family stayed at the beautiful Palm House for a very relaxing 6 days; 2 adults w/4 children ages 11y, 9y, 6y, and 8mos. The pictures are all accurate — this is a breathtaking location! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, the beach is incredible! Sunrises and sunsets over the water are so amazing. Our children adored their time here, they loved having the beach in the backyard and spent all day in and out of the water. The sand is soft and beautiful, we all found conch shells, starfish, live sand dollars, and we saw a stingray! The water could not be clearer or more amazing, and it was so calm all day long. You can walk out for hundreds of feet and the water was not more then 3ft-- excellent for our kids to enjoy swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and our favorite stand-up-paddleboarding. Walking out to the sandbar/island a few hundred feet out was so special and fun for our children! The beach is peacefully quiet, and the only other people we saw on the beach were beach walkers maybe once per day who strolled by. The owner Elizabeth and caretaker Kenny and Margo were kind and made sure to help us when we needed something. The house itself is lovely and so very comfortable, with plenty of room for all of us, and the beach decor is sweet and interesting and artistic, a really lovely place to stay! Coconuts fall onto the front lawn — which was so excellent for fresh coconut water and snacks! A couple of the restaurants deliver such as Wreckers, which was very convenient. We walked a block away to Eagle’s Landing restaurant for food and ice cream too. Other restaurants we drove to in our golf cart. Be sure to visit the delicious Buddas for the best tasting food!! The supermarket is just a couple of blocks away. Also a nice scenic couple of miles away via golf cart is beautiful Russell Island. Spanish Wells is so gorgeous, sleepy and quaint, the local people are so very lovely too -- our children made friends with some sweet local school children and had an excellent afternoon together! Exactly what we were looking for -- a peaceful vacation, away from everything, no touristy noise, just the gorgeous waters and our family time. Our whole family had a truly incredible vacation!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

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Why they chose this property

Literally the Palm House Bahamas is how I imagine heaven.

I wake early, brew a cup of coffee and sit outside overlooking the beach while reading the news. A couple puffy scattered clouds speed by while I listen to the birds and the wind breathing on the palms. The waves crashing slightly and the fishermen's boats motoring out to sea! Poof! I realize I cannot worry about the things I cannot control!. The stresses of the world drain away such that peace overcomes me. Its an incredible feeling for someone tightly wound.

This property is my definition of peace. The community is extraordinarily safe and the views are breathtaking for those of us that love being on islands. The home is a home to build memories with our families able to sleep comfortably 12 to 15.

Get married on the beach, have a family reunion, share with another family friend, treat some work colleagues to a retreat. The home is perfectly set up for entertaining and chilling with wife and kids.

What makes this property unique

Food Fair is literally around the corner. A reasonably sized grocery store with most items one would find in the states plus some local baked items. The island has great internet service and the electricity is reliable unlike other islands. All the amenities of a decent size town but on a cay in the ocean with a population of just over 800. Quite impressive how well the island is maintained by the local government. The locals are welcoming, kind, accommodating, honest.

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Master Bedroom

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Upstairs Kid's Bedroom

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Beautiful beaches

Marilyn S.

8/10 Good

Anne B.

Palm House

Anne B.

10/10 Excellent

Shane W.

Amazing home and island

Shane W.

10/10 Excellent

Zachary R.

Excellent stay

Zachary R.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa I.

Second time at the Palm House

Melissa I.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Great location, nice place!

Christopher G.

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Amazing Vacation.

Michael S.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa I.

Second Spanish Wells Stay

Melissa I.

10/10 Excellent