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

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Library
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 7,000 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Unicorn Cay Oceanfront Luxury Estate banks RD Governor's Harbour
Unicorn Cay Oceanfront Luxury Estate banks RD

About the area

Map
Governor's Harbour, Central Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • OceanView Farm - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Queens Bath - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Ten Bay Beach - 18 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪1648 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tippy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Unique Village - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mate and Jenny's - ‬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).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 99 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 99 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
Jane was amazing and the house is amazing as well! Incredible vacation and will definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Jane and Scott made us feel right at home in Unicorn Cay, what a beautiful place to stay and the beaches are breathtaking. Great place to go if you want to get away from it all, thank you for everything Jane!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
True Paradise
Unbelievable! Home was beautiful and offered plenty of space. Views from veranda were postcard perfect. We loved being able to come back to the pool after the beach. Home was very well equipped and stocked. It had everything we needed. Jane was very responsive and Sherman and his grandson were very helpful and responsive
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
I can’t wait to return, Unicorn Cay exceeded our expectations and so did our host Jane. The home had everything you wanted or needed. The beds were so comfortable. The kitchen was a dream. The pool was perfect. Then the beach…it was gorgeous.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best house in Bahamas
The house and hosts were terrific. Can’t help but love the kitchen, pool, amenities, private beach, toys, comfy beds… all good things. I’ll go back as soon as I can!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Dan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House
Beautiful property with so much history. Very well maintained and cared for. Everything you need for great vacation. Owners and property managers were great. Thank you Jane!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JODY J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket List Stay
This home is amazing was the best part of our vacation and owners were very detail oriented. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S., New Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing week in paradise
Everything was perfect about our week at Unicorn Cay. The Snyder's were the best hosts! They were so kind, helpful and receptive to questions that we had. And the house is absolutely amazing - even better than the photos shown online. It was adequately stocked with supplies, so we didn't have to travel or buy things like spices, oils or soap. The great room was a wonderful place for our family to spend each evening for our nightly chess tournaments. I had researched the Beach and Snorkel book before to make plans for exploring the island, but once we saw the beach (that is accessible via a short golf cart ride) we decided that we didn't need to explore anywhere else. It was a perfect beach where rarely another person was seen, and a perfect beach for long walks. At first I thought I would regret not being right ON the beach, but being up on the hill provided a beautiful view (and you could still hear the ocean from outside). And having the pool to cool off in after a day at the beach was a perfect ending to the day. Additionally, many beach "toys" and floats were required, so you don't have to worry about packing pool floats or shovels for the kids. We didn't want to leave this magical vacation villa, and hope that we can someday return. Thanks for a memorable birthday week and for providing us with family memories that will never be forgotten.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thierry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection exists.
Everything that has been said in the previous comments is accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jackie l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond our expectations
Unicorn Cay is an absolutely gorgeous place to stay. We had a family of 7 (5 young adult children) and we all had plenty of space and every amenity imaginable. The location was perfect and the short golf cart ride to the beach was so fun! We loved the beach so much we did not go to other beaches. The pool was a wonderful way to end the day and the chefs kitchen was put to good use with an amazing local chef. Jane was so very helpful and such a pleasure to deal with. This was truly the best vacation our family has had and this home itself was as much of a vacation as the island! Thank you Jane and Scott. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
This was our first trip to Eleuthera, and we loved it. The house is amazing, and the beach was world class. We saw so many amazing fish and coral snorkeling behind the house. Scott and Jane are great hosts and were helpful and responsive throughout our stay. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
What a beautiful and unique property hosting by the most accommodating and gracious owners!! Trip of a lifetime!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect birthday getaway
I booked Unicorn Cay as a surprise birthday getaway for my wife. 5 friends joined us. It was perfect. Starting with the booking, Jane and Scott were responsive to my questions and helped me refine the details of our stay. The home is historical and impressive. The pool in the middle of the courtyard was naturally our central gathering spot. Each suite enjoyed wonderful privacy. It is super easy to get to the beach. Everything about the home made for a most memorable trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unicorn cay
Great house and story. Love the history and location. All was as promised.hosts were great
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Epic house
I cannot say enough about how incredible this property is! Every time I walked through the great room (living room) I felt like I was walking through the hotel lobby in a White Lotus episode. The master bedroom and bathroom are almost too large, haha. The beach straight down in front is great and if you walk down the beach to the right you’ll hit the cutest little cove that feels straight out of some shipwreck movie. Do not miss French Leave Beach! It’s about 5-10 mins up the road towards town and I think the best beach day we had. We tried going south to Lighthouse Beach, but Disney has bought the whole southern tip and it’s now shut off to tourists. Super bummer. Honestly, after some exploration to other beaches on the Caribbean side (which we thought we’d prefer) we realized we had the best spot. This house is absolutely epic on a beautiful property with A++ beaches. Not to be missed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Even Better Than Expected!!!
We loved our stay at Unicorn Cay so much that we have already rebooked it for next year!!! This is our third time on Eleuthera and we cannot imagine staying anywhere else. The house exceeded our expectations. It is beautiful and so well stocked. Jane, the host, is the best!! She greeted us when we arrived and was always just a text away.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate W., Austin, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious and Unique Historical Property in Magical Lutra
This is one of the most amazing homes we have ever rented for a vacation. Between the fascinating history of the home, the large and elegant spaces perfect for large groups, the luxurious bathrooms, wonderful views and private beach/heated pool, we could not have been happier. The kitchen is truly outfitted like a personal home, not just a rental, and the property has been wonderfully maintained. Only very small points to note, intermittent internet for the work-obsessed adults and pad-crazy kiddos, but we puzzled and cooked and played games in the meantime. The directions could use some updating, some of the points and descriptions are a bit outdated and those who had an international plan and could just use google maps to get to tippy's, then go a half mile past, were way less stressed upon arrival. wonderful people, magical home. thank you for sharing it with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious
This is a beautiful home with very large rooms and lots of space. It would be perfect for several families or friends to get together. Easy access to the beach. Very private location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This is the absolute best… unique and full of history. The house is one of a kind… BEAUTIFUL! But to be honest the highlight of the trip was Jane the host. She is such a beautiful woman inside and out, she helped our group with jumping leaps to make our stay the best it could. Thank you for everything Jane! Hope to see you again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely the BEST of the BEST!
Cant say enough how amazing this place is, from the hostess to her helpers to the house to the pool to the beach to simply everything, this place is rock solid amazing, I cannot wait to come again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022