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Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink

Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink

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Unicorn Cay, Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera Bahamas
Unicorn Cay pink sandy beach
Beach Buggy for easy access to Unicorn Cay beach on the property
Great Room with custom built walnut bar

Overview of Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera
  • Popular LocationOceanView Farm2 min walk
  • Popular LocationQueens Bath3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTwin Coves Beach11 min drive
  • AirportGovernor's Harbour (GHB)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

King Room

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink

Welcome to Unicorn Cay on the Island of Eleuthera in Governor's Harbour. "A place so magical surely unicorns could live here." With the auto generator, water storage and now Starlink internet and WIFI you have the best of the basics while in paradise.

This luxurious beachfront estate sits on 7 acres with 300 feet of pink sand beach. Unicorn Cay was built in 1940 by a famous English writer and explorer, Rosita Forbes. It is based on the style of a French Chateaux complete with a central courtyard and an entryway flanked by turrets.

The home was recently beautifully restored retaining the original Abaco pine floors, wood work, and native stone. The central courtyard has a covered patio overlooking the heated pool. The pool is heated during the winter months. Each of the four bedrooms have private entrances from the courtyard. The master also has access from the library. The large gourmet kitchen is equipped with two refrigerators, electric stove top and two ranges, coffee nook, gathering island, and all the small appliances and utensils that you can think of. The home also offers a formal dining room, large great room with hand crafted walnut bar, laundry room, library, and media room. The numerous surrounding verandas and covered patios provide quaint areas for morning coffee or afternoon socializing.

The Unicorn Cay pink sandy beach spans 300 feet. Reefs are close by for easy snorkeling. You could walk for miles in either direction looking for beach treasures or just enjoying the incredible views. This beach is one of the most beautiful on the island. Kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and snorkel gear are all provided for your enjoyment.

Services: Housekeeping will be provided prior to arrival and after you leave. Additional cleaning services may be arranged. Recommended private chefs will be provided upon request. A special event coordinator can be arranged for destination wedding or group event planning. Golf carts are provided for use within the property.

A back up generator and cistern will provide utilities when electricity and water go off on the island. (This is a common experience on the island.) In addition, a water purifying system has been added which provides purifies water to the refrigerators' ice maker, water dispenser, and a faucet at the sink. Bottled water is not needed. Finally, a reliable and fast internet and WIFI with the recent installation of the Starlink satellite dish.

The courtyard pool is 16' X 32' and can be heated for an additional $300 per week.

Rates: The base rate of $4 725 (7 nights) includes rental of the main house and master suite or 2 guest. The main house consists of the kitchen, dining room, great room, library/media, laundry room, verandas and courtyard pool area. Included also is access to Unicorn Cay beach and the use of a golf cart within the property. Each additional guest is $50, therefore, the master and all 3 additional bedrooms (8 guest) the rate is $6825 for the week. (7 nights).

If hosting an event with more than 10 guest it must be preapproved and there may be additional charges. Please contact Jane regarding events.

We hope to see you soon at Unicorn Cay!

Property manager

Scott and Jane Snyder
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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

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 are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • OceanView Farm - 2 min walk
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 11 min walk
  • Queens Bath - 3 min drive
  • Twin Coves Beach - 11 min drive
  • Hut Point Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unicorn Cay - Oceanfront Luxury Banks Rd. Pool , Generator, Cistern, Starlink located?

Nestled on the beach, this Governor's Harbour holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and OceanView Farm. Central Eleuthera Beach and Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing!
This place was over the top! It had everything we needed and so much more! Jane was super helpful but never intrusive. The pool was the highlight of our daughter’s vacation. We did have our 3 year old stay in the master with us so she wasn’t on the other side of the pool, but there’s so much space it wasn’t an issue at all. The grandparents certainly appreciated the privacy (and quiet) of having their room separated from the main house by the courtyard/pool. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family vacation
Our family of 4 with two school age kids stayed for a week in late March. Was a magical experience. Everything matched the description. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Great host!
This is a beautiful property in a great location. The host, Jane, was very helpful and responsive. Extremely clean and it had everything we needed and then some. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We found the Unicorn
Unicorn Cay was a elegant property. From the gated private pool in the courtyard, to the terrace views of the ocean, to the player piano in the huge ballroom with a bar you felt like you were in a high end hotel. The decor pays tribute to the 1940s when it was built but it still has all the amenities that you would expect of a modern property today. Jane could not have been more helpful or responsive. The whole family can’t wait until we visit again.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Summer Get away
This was a fabulous relaxing trip. The pictures and description did not do the home justice, it exceeded all expectations. The home was located centrally on the island and allowed us to explore. The beach was the softest I’ve ever set foot on, water warm and clear. Jane was incredibly helpful and wonderful to work with. This vacation has made us life long fans of Unicorn Cay, Jane and Eleuthera, we can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Scott and Jane Snyder

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Scott and Jane Snyder are owners/managers of this estate..

Why they chose this property

This property has been used as a single family residence and is now available to VRBO travelers for the first time. They reside on the island a majority of the time at their other property and are normally just a phone call away.

The owner has decided to share this wonderful estate with guests that appreciate the uniqueness of Eleuthera and all its natural beauty. Unicorn Cay is centrally located enabling guests to explore the entire island and its world class beaches. Easy access to both the Caribbean side and the Atlantic side - you choose.

What makes this property unique

History. Beauty. Serenity. Charm. Privacy. Beaches. Luxury.

Languages:

English

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