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Enchanting Light-Filled Villa Directly on French Leave Beach

Enchanting Light-Filled Villa Directly on French Leave Beach

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Goodwind House from French Leave Beach
Patio and View
French Leave Beach looking north
Entrance
French Leave Beach looking southeast

Overview of Enchanting Light-Filled Villa Directly on French Leave Beach

Reviews
8.8 out of 10 Excellent
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Governors Harbour, Eleuthera
  • Popular LocationOceanView Farm3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTwin Coves Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationQueens Bath6 min drive
  • AirportGovernor's Harbour (GHB)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Enchanting Light-Filled Villa Directly on French Leave Beach

Welcome to Goodwind House, a spacious three-bedroom villa located directly on world-famous French Leave Beach, a pristine beach renowned for its pink sand and turquoise water. French Leave Beach is 75 yards wide and over a mile long, with only five houses on the entire length. Goodwind has an abundance of glass for sweeping beach and ocean views from all major rooms. Enjoy the shifting hues and gentle sounds of the ocean from our generous screened and shaded verandas framed by elegant stucco arches.

Goodwind house is located a mile from the town of Governors Harbour on historic Banks Road, the premier location on Eleuthera, famous for its grand estates. There is an excellent reef for snorkeling a short walk down the beach, inhabited by a wide variety of reef fishes.

Goodwind House has a large light-filled great room with 360-degree views. All the windows open to catch the ocean breeze, and there are six ceiling fans (no air conditioner in great room). The great room includes a dining area with seating for up to 12 guests and a complete wet bar with ice-maker. There is seating for fifteen in the living area, centered on an entertainment center with flat screen TV and a separate projects/game table. The fully equipped kitchen is open to the great room for those who wish to entertain while cooking. The spacious screen porch has dining tables with seating for ten. There is also a large hammock, beloved by the children. There is an open deck towards the sea furnished with four recliners with end tables between them, and nearby, a gas grill for outdoor cooking.

Goodwind House sleeps 6 in beds in its three bedrooms. All bedrooms are air-conditioned. The upstairs master bedroom suite has a king-size four-poster bed, his and hers closets, and a large bathroom with a walk-in shower.

Downstairs are two more bedrooms, both with king beds, and two more bathrooms, one with a walk-in shower and one with a shower-tub combination. There is also a laundry room with a washer and dryer.

Goodwind is an older home with dated elements and is awaiting a full remodel. If you prefer a new, crisp house, this is not the property for you. But it does have the best location on the island, directly on French Leave Beach.

Goodwind comes with everything you need to enjoy our beautiful beach. There
are six beach chairs, a sixteen by eight foot shade house , and plenty of
beach toys. The more adventurous can explore the nearby reefs and beaches in
our three SEA KAYAKS.

French Leave Beach is an idyllic, mile-long, crescent-shaped beach. There are only five houses on the entire length of this spectacular beach. The surf is very mild, protected by a large reef system that parallels the shore. The water on French Leave Beach is literally crystal clear: with no rivers or streams on the island, Eleuthera's seas are free of sediment and among the clearest in the world.

Tippy's famous beachside restaurant is just a mile away (you can also walk the beach to get there). Both offer fine dining and live entertainment. Other upscale restaurants within easy driving distance include La Bougainvillea Restaurant and Bar, 1648 and Pascals's at Sky Beach Club.

Goodwind House sleeps 6 in its three bedrooms. If you have a larger group, we have another house 150 feet away that you can rent along with it. Please inquire for details.

Property manager

Kim and Jason Menefee and Matthew Simon
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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

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. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and horse riding nearby.
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Governors Harbour, Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 2 min drive
  • OceanView Farm - 3 min drive
  • Twin Coves Beach - 6 min drive
  • Queens Bath - 6 min drive
  • Hut Point Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buccaneer Club - 3 min drive
  • Tippy's - 6 min drive
  • Hot Buns Bakery - 3 min drive
  • 1648 - 3 min drive
  • Da Perk Cafe - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting Light-Filled Villa Directly on French Leave Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting Light-Filled Villa Directly on French Leave Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting Light-Filled Villa Directly on French Leave Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting Light-Filled Villa Directly on French Leave Beach located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Central Eleuthera Beach. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Haynes Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

Spectacular spot!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love Goodwind! It's our second time renting it, and although it is in need of repairs, the space, furnishings, and location are fabulous. The beach is spectacular and excellent for swimming.

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach!
Unbeatable location! House is definitely older and needs some attention but that’s what I expected. Wish there were beach chairs but other than that, what a great vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
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4/10 Poor

Nate G.

Review for Goodwind House
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was beautiful however the water was out for 4 of the 7 days we were there. We were unable to shower, cook, clean, and it ultimately became a hygiene issue. The wifi also did not work adequately and frequently went out preventing several of us from being able to work remotely.
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8/10 Good

Chris H.

Goodwin stay on Eleuthera
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, great location, great location. This home has great bones, but definitely needs an update.
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8/10 Good

Liz W.

Spectacular spot!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a fantastic spot! French Leave Beach is gorgeous, and the house is beautifully situated. The screened-in porch was great for enjoying the outdoors without bugs or too much sun. The house is nicely furnished, the beds are comfortable, and the house is well stocked with linens. The home has not been remodeled and definitely needs many repairs and better upkeep. However, the manager was very responsive and quickly got things up and running when the generator and Wifi went on the fritz. Overall, we loved our stay in Governor's Harbor!

About the host

Hosted by Kim and Jason Menefee and Matthew Simon

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