Touchstone's Cottage on Beachside - Tropical 1 Acre Property
Touchstone's Cottage lies on a 1-acre tropical and expansive property adjacent to the world-famous Pink Sand Beach. TS's Cottage is east of Romora Bay Marina, tucked in just behind the dune and about 100 steps from the beach. You can hear the ocean from the front patio. Incredible upgrades were recently completed at TS's Cottage, such as expanding and resurfacing the front patio with coral stone tiles, creating designated golf cart parking and a landing, an outdoor shower, and a hand-made native Bahamian stone outdoor grilling area, plus more. As for the interiors, the kitchen has been renovated with a large hardwood island with an under-mount basin sink, creating adequate space perfect for family and friend gatherings and meals, a new fridge and a new electric range have also been installed. The living room has new furniture and furnishings, and both bedrooms and bathrooms have been renovated from top to bottom with fresh paint and furnishings. TS's Cottage shares the lush and vast property with the much-admired Touchstone's House (VRBO listing 948739) - the homes are far enough away for total privacy to rent separately yet close enough together to rent as a duo, perfect for large families or groups of friends. Children and baby supplies can be rented through the housekeeper, please inquire. Daily housekeeping is included. We recommend purchasing travel insurance. Please reach out for any questions you might have. It would be our pleasure to help you plan an unforgettable trip to this amazing island.
Property manager
Karina
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Dunmore Town
Located in Dunmore Town, this cottage is on the beach. Glen Stewart Mansion and Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pink Sand Beach and Lucayan Archipelago. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
Dunmore Town, Harbour Island
What's nearby
Pink Sand Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Glen Stewart Mansion - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Briland's Blue Hole - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Fisherman's Dock - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Gusty's - 2 min drive
Cocoa Coffeehouse - 12 min walk
Queen Conch - 2 min drive
Blue Bar - 3 min drive
VicHum's - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Touchstone's Cottage on Beachside - Tropical 1 Acre Property pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Touchstone's Cottage on Beachside - Tropical 1 Acre Property ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Touchstone's Cottage on Beachside - Tropical 1 Acre Property ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Touchstone's Cottage on Beachside - Tropical 1 Acre Property located?
Nestled on the beach, this Dunmore Town cottage is just steps away from Pink Sand Beach and Lucayan Archipelago. Glen Stewart Mansion and Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our first time to Harbour Island and Karina helped make the trip a success. The cottage is cozy and the outdoor space quite magical. We enjoyed the use of the outdoor shower, played games on the porch and felt quite at home. The house was welcoming and well appointed. The beach was perfect and so close we found ourselves going multiple times a day. I highly recommend the cottage and would trust the owners with any suggestions or other rentals. Thanks so much for a truly amazing stay.
Touchstone cottage was a great home base for our family in our first visit to Harbour Island. We loved the layout of the house with two bedrooms and two bathrooms - perfect for our family of four - and the open kitchen/family room. Really my only issue was that the laundry line was located in the shade, so the beach towels did not ever really dry off. It would have been wonderful to have more towels on site to take to the beach / use in bathroom or have them replaced at some point during our stay. Otherwise was truly a wonderful stay!
This was our fifth visit to Harbor Island and was hands down the best, most relaxing accommodations we've experienced. The cottage is welcoming, bright, and decorated comfortably and with style. Karina and Neka were responsive and ensured that we were all set, even checking in during our stay to see if we needed anything. As a family of five traveling with three young children it was the perfect spot. My husband and I could read on the porch while listening to the ocean while the kids played in the yard and collected coconuts. The beach is less then a minute from the cottage and is a serene beach with no one around making it feel like your own. We also enjoyed that it was quiet, outside the nosier "town" of Harbor Island which offers more privacy also. We don't have one complaint and plan to book another stay at the cottage for next year!
Our family enjoyed the most relaxing week at Karina and David’s cottage and we will definitely be back. The cottage felt clean and cozy when we arrived. Karina and David were very present and made sure we had everything we needed. The beach was a quick, easy walk (even our independent 1 year old could do the walk by herself). Our 4 and 6 year olds enjoyed hours of boogie boarding and building sand castles and found all the toys they could need provided! Neka and Clint were like fairy godparents helping with housekeeping in the mornings and had a crib rental set up and ready for us. Kitchen was well equipped for kids’ meals. Enjoyed the outdoor shower and the lush well kept yard as well. Special thank you to David for giving us a fish he caught spear fishing - cleaned and ready to grill and enjoy.
We had an amazing week on Harbor Island staying at Touchstone's Cottage. The cottage was so charming and the grounds were beautiful. Karina and David are two of the nicest people and are wonderful hosts. They have really thought of everything to make their guests feel right at home. We're already looking forward to next year!
This property is perfect for a family with two small children! A one minute walk to the beach can’t be beat. The house was clean and fully stocked like listed. Would stay here again in the future!
Only downside - no washer and dryer. It was difficult to get beach towels to dry for the next adventure especially during rainy season.
My husband and I stayed at Touchstone’s Cottage for our 2nd annual trip to Harbour Island. David and Karina are absolutely lovely and made us feel right at home. If you are looking for a stay that feels authentic to Harbour Island, you can’t beat their cottage and I’m sure the house on the property is equally as lovely. They truly thought of everything and the decor is perfection.
We enjoyed our stay in Touchstone's Cottage. The property owner and the staff on site were kind and helpful. The initial materials we were sent with info on Harbour Island dining, shopping, excursions, etc... was comprehensive and invaluable. Then when we arrived, everything was exactly as we expected. We were able to message with the property staff during out stay when we needed something. The best part of the property though, is its proximity to the beach. The walk is VERY short, which is perfect with young kids. I highly recommend Touchstone's Cottage and hope we will come back ourselves.
We absolutely loved our time at Touchstone — incredible property. Karina was an amazing host!!
Mix in stone crabs, fresh coconut, pristine pink sand beach within steps, outdoor shower, sweet neighbors, a goat farm across the street, chickens, sea turtles, golf carts, boat tour, and everything perfectly explained in advance, and you have the perfect family vacation.
We highly recommend to anyone looking for an unmatched time at Harbour Island. You can tell how much time has gone into making everything easy. So grateful that we picked Touchstone!!
Our experience at Touchstone cottage was incredible from the very start. Even prior to our arrival, Karina reached out to help us feel fully prepared for our trip. She put us in touch with everyone that we needed (a crib rental for our toddler, the golf cart rental, dinner reservation recommendations, our cab driver, etc.). She was so kind and welcoming and made herself available throughout our stay.
The property itself was exactly as pictured. The yard was fantastic and well kept and the cottage was so charming. They had everything that we needed from the kitchen to the beach equipment (chairs, towels, sand toys for the kids, an umbrella, etc.). Our two children (ages 5 and 2) had the best time playing in the yard and on the beach. I’d been curious how it would work with two homes on the property, but the yard is spacious and trees offer lots of privacy.
Everyone on the island was very friendly and welcoming. We ventured out for golf cart rides around town and to go out to eat. The island is very small and charming and we loved exploring.
The beach is truly like no other. It is beyond gorgeous. We felt like we had the entire beach to ourselves most days with just a few other families or people walking by periodically. The sand truly is pink! And the sunsets were like none we’ve ever seen before.
We have been completely charmed by Harbour Island, but especially by Touchstone. We could not have asked for a better experience and we will most definitely be back!!
Megan K.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Laura F., NYC
17 July 2017
Wonderful stay
This cottage was exactly as described and we had a fabulous time during our stay. It is very private and you can't beat the access to the beach. We hope to be back again!
Karina's home makes our stay every time. It's such a great tropical location right on the beach path. It's the best of both worlds and we will certainly return
Touchstone Cottage was absolutely wonderful. It was the perfect location for our stay with our 5, 3 and 1 year old. Karina provides everything you need and gives excellent suggestions for restaurants, things to do, places to shop, etc.
Everything about this island is beautiful, including this adorable cottage and property. This home has everything needed for a beach vacation. Can't wait to come back and stay longer!
Wonderful bungalow cottage that had everything we needed
The cottage was perfect for our family, it has a comfortable layout and spacious kitchen. We had everything we needed for cooking meals, relaxing in the living room or on the breezy veranda. The outdoor shower is great. The well maintained grounds are lush and beautiful, and our young kids loved running around when we weren’t at the beach. The beach is just a minute walk away and very easy to get to. The cottage feels very private and quiet. We had a great stay!
We loved our second visit to the oasis of Touchstone Cottage and are looking forward to planning our third. The team is wonderful to work with and makes you feel like family.
We had the best time staying at Touchstone Cottage. We spent 7 days in Harbour Island with our two kids age 6 and 7. The cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The kitchen allowed us to cook meals together, eat breakfast on the porch, walk to the beach twice a day, relax on the hammock and more! This adorable and collected cottage is perfection!!
We could not be happier with our stay at the cottage! The house was clean and tastefully decorated. It was the perfect size and layout for me, my husband and 3 yr. old. The yard was beautifully cared for and the location was fantastic. It’s a quiet area of the island, yet 5 minutes to everything. I can’t imagine a more beautiful beach to have access to. Karina was an excellent host in covering anything we would need to know for the trip. Before we left, we had already started planning when we could come back to this magical island and property.
This property lived up to every expectation and more. Karina and team were fantastic! The property was beautiful, the house was clean and had the best beach bungalow vibe. It was steps from the beach and perfect for a young family. Can’t wait to come back soon:)
We had the most amazing week at Touchstone Cottage! The house was well appointed and had everything we needed. It was very comfortable for us and our two kids. The grounds were beautiful and were being kept up while we were there. The daily housekeeping was a nice surprise. We would love to stay here again!
We absolutely loved the location of the cottage - everything about it was perfect. Close to everything, but just enough tucked away. And the close proximity to the beach is amazing! The owner gives wonderful recommendations and instructions for getting around the island, restaurants, excursions, etc. We will be back!
What a perfect place to stay for a week! It is the cutest most cozy cottage ever! Karina and David are amazing hosts and will help you with anything! We had so much fun playing cards on the porch and cooking wonderful meals in a spacious kitchen that has everything you need. Can’t wait to plan our next trip.
Rebecca K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
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