Frequently asked questions

Point o' Vue beach

How do I get there?

Visitors can get to Eleuthera via Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FLL) or Nassau, Bahamas (NAS).

Eleuthera Airports & Airlines

Rock Sound (RSD) is 10 minutes away. Governor’s Harbour (GHB) is 40 minutes away. North Eleuthera (ELH) is 1 hour and 40 minutes away (not recommended).

From Ft. Lauderdale (FLL) to RSD:

From FLL to GHB:

From Nassau (NAS) to RSD:

From NAS to GHB:

There are many options; we will be happy to assist you with travel planning. Please contact Marty (email or phone) before booking as he keeps up to speed on current flight options and discounted rates.

Will I need to rent a car?

Yes, a car is needed for shopping and exploring. There are no major car rental agencies on the island. Guests arrange their car rentals through our Property Manager, Columbus Carey (ph: 242-334-4014). He has several vehicles that he owns and rents to our guests or he will locate another vehicle based on the needs of the guests. He will meet you at the aiport and take you to Point o' Vue. Rental cars on Eleuthera are often older models than those found at major agencies in the US. Boat rentals are also available - ask for more info.

Who are Cola and Columbus?

Cola Johnson is our fine housekeeper/cook, who will be at the house for four hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and on the days of your arrival and departure to launder, clean up and bring in fresh flowers. Columbus Carey is our property manager who can help with any questions about the house. He lives offsite. Both people are great sources of local knowledge.

What about food shopping?

Point o' Vue beach

There is “The Market” shopping center in Rock Sound that has a grocery, liquor store and hardware store. The grocery store in Rock Sound is very well stocked with all the basics. Meat and chicken are usually only available frozen – some guests do bring some from home. “Burt’s for the Best” in Tarpum Bay is the grocery store in Tarpum Bay. You can purchase conch, and fresh fish at the pier in Tarpum Bay directly from the fishermen or Mary can pick up fresh fish for you. Further afield, there is a grocery store in Governors Harbor, though we’ve found that the one in Rock Sound has a slightly better selection. Be aware that food prices in the Bahamas are usually somewhat higher than in the US, with the odd surprising exception (Irish butter, anyone?).

What activities are available?

Snorkeling and diving (please bring your own gear), boating, fishing, kayaking, exploring the villages, finding your own private beaches, having a drink or meal at a local bar or restaurant are all great fun.

The privacy of the location makes it ideal for family togetherness, a couple’s getaway or a small business retreat. On many days you’ll stay right on Winding Bay and enjoy walking (it’s 2 miles around), relaxing on the 250 ft. of private beach at Point o’ Vue, and gazing at the night sky on the sundeck.

On the occasional rainy day you can watch the videos and DVD’s we have there (you may want to bring some of your own), enjoy board games or satellite TV and radio. There is a fine sound system for your favorite CD’ as well as a hook up for iPods and other MP3 players. DSL is also available for those would like to connect to the internet.