Majestic 9BR Beachfront Estate w/Private Pool & Back-up Generator | House in Governor's Harbour

10.0 (12 Reviews) |   9 Bedrooms  11 Bathrooms  25 Guests
Governor's Harbour House | Majestic 9BR Beachfront Estate w/Private Pool & Back-up Generator

9 Bedroom House in Governor's Harbour

This luxurious beachfront compound is located directly on the pristine, pink-sand French Leave Beach, which has been ranked among the top 20 beaches of the world. The property is part of the distinguished Governor's Harbour Collection, a select group of the top tier rentals in central Eleuthera.
Lush Life is arguably the best house on the best beach, in the best town, on all of Eleuthera. It is the most popular vacation rental on the island and is an ideal property for multiple families, reunions, and small weddings.
There are just a few other houses on this mile-long beach. Lush Life was the setting for the 2010 Tyler Perry/Janet Jackson film, ''Why Did I Get Married Too'', which was shot on location in the house and on its beach, pool, and grounds. Lush Life has a total of four structures with 9 bedrooms, 11 baths, 4 kitchens, beautifully landscaped grounds, and a large heated pool. Housekeeping service is included mid-week, and there is a full-time, on-site caretaker. Other staff including a selection of cooks and chefs are available upon request.
The proximity of the compound to the water, accentuated by multiple seating areas on and almost on the beach, as well as a new, large “Sky Box” built over a dune, offer unparalleled opportunities to drink in the beauty of one of the most stunning beaches in the world.
Situated in the prestigious Banks Road, where Governors Harbour’s great estates are located, Lush Life is less than a mile from Tippy's famous beachfront restaurant and bar, Bacchus Fine Food, Buccaneer Club and Restaurant, Da Perk, 1648 restaurant at French Leave Resort, and the 360-year-old town of Governor’s Harbour.
The Main House and Cottages at Lush Life were exquisitely designed, and built to the most exacting modern standards of workmanship. They feature Brazilian hardwood floors, cypress cedar ceilings, custom tile, high efficiency ductless air conditioning systems, and décor by one of the Bahamas' premier interior designers.
Lush Life is rented to only one group at a time. The estate consists of the following structures:
The Main House: This magnificent Bahamian Colonial mansion has 4 king bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, and sleeps 8. The large great room, hall, formal dining room, and expansive veranda look directly out upon French Leave Beach, one of the most beautiful in the Caribbean. The extraordinary kitchen would satisfy any master chef, and is designed to handle the largest dinner parties. It is equipped with two large refrigerators, giant freezer, gas range, and more. There is also an outside kitchen area with a propane BBQ grill and extra-large Green Egg.
The Guest Cottage: This 2-bedroom cottage overlooks the pool and has ocean views. It has a full kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and is connected to the Bunk Room and Studio Apartment. It contains a full size washer and dryer in the half bathroom.
The Bunk Room: This structure, connected to the Guest Cottage on one side and the Studio Apartment on the other, consists of a large bedroom and private bathroom. The bedroom is furnished with 3 bunk beds and 3 trundle beds, sleeping up to 9 children.
The Studio Apartment: This cozy cottage with views across the pool at the beach and ocean, is linked to the Bunk Room. It has a large living/bedroom area with a four-poster bed, a kitchenette, and a private bathroom.
The Pool Cabana: This bright one-bedroom cottage is on the beach and beside the pool. It has a king bedroom, a large living room, and a full kitchen and bathroom, complete with a washer/dryer combo.
Lush Life comes with everything you need to enjoy your stay on Eleuthera including high efficiency AC throughout the properties, flat-screen satellite TVs, high-speed internet with WIFI, and backup generator. Outdoor amenities include a heated pool, gas grill, kayaks, paddleboards, and an outdoor ping pong table. This residence is continuously upgraded and maintained to the very highest standards of island estate living.
Lush Life is located directly on French Leave Beach, an idyllic, mile-long, pink-sand beach with only half a dozen houses on its entire length. The surf is very mild, protected by a large reef system that parallels the shore. The water is among the clearest in the world. Just offshore from Lush Life is an excellent reef for snorkeling, inhabited by many colorful reef fishes.
The town of Governors Harbour, a mile away, has a charming collection of 19th century homes and churches overlooking its historic harbor. Buy fresh fish and lobster every afternoon from fisherman at the town dock, or visit the recently restored Haynes Library, which dates from 1897. Governors Harbour has grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, a bank with ATM services, a bakery, gift shops, a dive shop, and a medical clinic. Friday Night Fish Fry, a street/beach party that brings together all the tourists and locals with food, drink, and dancing, is not to be missed.
Weddings and large celebrations must be approved, in advance, with the property manager/owner. Venue rental fee is in addition to rental cost.
Each additional guest beyond the quantity of 12 (up to 25 total) is $70 per person, per night, with the exception of children under the age of 2.

This 9 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Kitchen, Laundry, TV, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. This House is less than 1 km from Governor's Harbour, and gives visitors the opportunity to explore it. The rental House has 9 Bedrooms and 11 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Governor's Harbour. Enjoy your stay in Governor's Harbour at this House.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy Events allowed
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip parties and events are allowed on site safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
 
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What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

May 7, 2025 11:21:50 PM
Summary: This was my 4th time staying on Eleuthera and by far the best trip we’ve had, largely due to this property. We had a large group, 17 staying at Lush Life and another 10 staying at a property nearby. The house was immaculate upon arrival and we had several of those “better than the pictures moments” across the group when we walked in. It’s obvious the owners take exceptional care of the property. There was more than enough space for kids and adults to spread out, and despite being one of the best beaches on the island, we basically had the entire stretch of sand to ourselves all week. Because of the small island nearby, the beach area offered protection from the current and wind so that our children could swim and snorkel safely, and we actually found that the reef structures surrounding the island were teeming with life. Dominic and Joy were true professionals and highly responsive each time we had a question. In short, if you are looking for a premier property on Eleuthera, look no further.
Justin G. Justin G.
Feb 14, 2025 11:00:09 PM
Summary: 1Every year, a group of 14 friends rents a villa in the Caribbean, and this year we stayed at Lush Life. We would definitely return in the future, as it is a wonderful place—one of the best beaches we have experienced, if not the best.The house itself is great, but it does need some repairs; all the screens need to be replaced, and the Wi-Fi was not very reliable (they had just switched systems). There were a few other minor issues, but overall, it was a fantastic place.We did encounter problems with noseeums, which are similar to mosquitoes, and they can be quite vicious at sunset and sunrise. However, the property manager was responsive and helpful throughout our stay.
Michael P. Michael P.
Nov 20, 2024 11:16:21 PM
Summary: Excellent property in great location
Stephen M. Stephen M.
Jul 10, 2024 11:38:40 PM
Summary: Lush Life outdid our wildest dreams for a fabulous family beach vacation. The house was decorated beautifully, spacious rooms that fit all 18 of us at the same time. It was our first family trip outside the US and we ranged in age from 4mos to 69. The beachfront was truly breathtaking and the pink sand stunning. The caretaker could not have been more kind and helpful and attended to everything we needed promptly. The property managers were so helpful and quick with responses to all our question even before we got Eleuthera. They made us feel so comfortable with all their knowledge of the island. This is a place we all will return to. Truly magnificent!!
Deanna A. Deanna A.
Jun 20, 2024 12:26:32 AM
Summary: We had a beautiful two-week stay in the lovely VRBO called Lush Life on the island of Eleuthra! The first 8 days was spent with our three sons, their wives and 6 of our 7 grand-children and the last 6 days were spent with 2 high school friends and their spouses. The pictures do not do this lovely place justice…it is gorgeous and very well maintained! Hard to believe it’s 25 years old. Also, not mentioned in the listing (I don’t believe) is the sweet caretaker who lives in a home there on site. He took care of keeping the outside looking pristine and keeping all the beach towels clean. The guest cottages were adorable and our kids really enjoyed staying in there! We all had our own washers and dryers to use. Lastly, let me give a shout out to Joy and Dom who manage this home. They were super sweet and helpful. Joy recommended several people that we ended up using (she emailed the best options). Precious Cooper did all of our cooking at the house and she truly lived up to her name!! I tried to take her home with me!!! Marsha Clark was super helpful renting us nice, clean, and in good-shape vehicles to use. Big Mac Fishing was our go-to for two days of snorkeling and sandbar visits and one day of fishing (with great results)! All-in-all it was a wonderful visit!
Mauree B. Mauree B.
Apr 30, 2024 05:38:51 AM
Summary: Of all the family vacations and rental properties, Lush Life in Eleuthera, Governor's Harbor, Bahamas, was, by far, above and beyond our expectations and satisfaction. Prior to the trip, we began communicating with Joy Thompson, the property manager, who provided us with really helpful and useful information that helped us prepare for the trip and be as organized as possible for an island vacation. Ultimately, we switched to communicating via Whats App and Joy responded immediately every time. We also spoke on the phone with her and got the lay of the land regarding groceries, alcohol, Chefs, markets, etc. When we arrived, Joy and her partner, Dom, met us at the house and even brought some essential food and alcohol items due to our later arrival- to get us to the next morning when we could go grocery shopping. Very helpful and thoughtful. Throughout our stay, Joy was attentive and responsive- again, above and beyond. The groundskeeper was very attentive and helpful. He always changed out our towels each day; set up chairs and umbrellas every morning on the beach; and made sure our water filter was always filled with fresh water. A mid-week cleaning was unexpected but very needed and appreciated. The house was spotless again which was helpful because of all the sand (as careful as we were to rinse before going inside). Staying at Lush Life felt like a concierge rental. The amenities in the house were fantastic. A 10+ rating and 5 Stars. We will definitely return to Lush Life.
Karl K. Karl K.
Nov 27, 2023 06:19:12 AM
Summary: What a wonderful island oasis! Family and friends ranging from 4 to adults gathered together for the thanksgiving holiday. The beach was amazing and felt like your own private island. The house is perfect for multiple families as there are four bedrooms in the main house and a spacious pool cottage. We had a chef delivery and cook food which took the worry out of finding a restaurant to go to. You won’t be disappointed, the house is simply wonderful and can’t wait to come back!
Emily S. Emily S.
Jun 12, 2023 04:06:13 AM
Summary: The property was beautiful, the grounds were beautifully kept…: the beach was amazing! Once again…. The HOSTS Joy and Dom were top notch! We would have liked to seen more of the island, but that was not in the cards…this time! But in reality…we had everything we needed to be happy! ALL of the people we met and encountered were so friendly and kind! Thank you each and everyone you will never be forgotten! Tom and Suzanne
Suzanne V. Suzanne V.
Jun 4, 2023 03:38:44 AM
Summary: Everything was 5 star including the home and grounds. French Leave beach is stunning. Will be back. Thank you Joy and Dominic for the daily check-ins.
Prody B. Prody B.
Apr 23, 2023 01:43:43 AM
Summary: Bravo
patrick q. patrick q.

FAQ's

Is this Governor's Harbour house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Governor's Harbour house have a swimming pool?

No, this Governor's Harbour house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Governor's Harbour house?

Best-rates for the Governor's Harbour house starts from $4,094 per night with includes Bedding/Linens, Internet, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen, Laundry, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Air Conditioner, View, Ocean View, Security/Safety StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Governor's Harbour house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Governor's Harbour house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Governor's Harbour house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Governor's Harbour house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Governor's Harbour house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Governor's Harbour house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Governor's Harbour house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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