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Thank you very much for your interest in this lovely waterfront house surrounded by dense plantings and palms on the bay side of Harbour Island. There is a two bedroom main house and a separate one bedroom cottage. The property is fully fenced and private and all of the sliding glass doors open to spectacular views and sunsets. There is a 150' long dock with a newly added Gazebo perfect for keeping your rental boat at the house. The water is shallow at the shoreline and gradually gets deeper. The bottom is all pure white sand and the colors are magnificent. This is a perfect spot for swimming and the views are wonderful. All bedrooms have queen or king sized beds and are separated for maximum privacy. Amenities include satellite TV, built-in appliances, air- conditioning, phone with in-coming long distance only, and two beach bikes. There is a golf cart available for rent separately. There is mid-week maid service. In 1999, the living room was enlarged and all new furniture and decor added to the house. In 2004 the new owners made many upgrades, including all new linens, silverware, new countertops, etc. Harbour Island is located just north of the large island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. On the island is the village of Dunmore Town, which was founded by British settlers in the 1700s. Most of the homes built during that time still remain and several have become inns with small bars and restaurants that feature patios and porches for outdoor eating and socializing. The island is often described as the "Nantucket" of the Bahamas and the 3 1/2 mile pink sand ocean beach as one of the ten best in the world.

Winters are balmy with an average high temperature in the 80s. Evenings are delightful and you might want to bring a sweater. Summer days and nights are often cooled by soft trade winds. During the day, the ocean provides a never ending panorama of changing light and color. At night, looking for shooting stars or star gazing can provide an evening of inexpensive pleasure. The stars look close enough to touch.

Since the island is only 3 1/2 miles long and 1/2 mile wide your island transportation is by walking, bikes, or by golf cart. For golf cart rentals call Ross Garage (242-333-2122) which is about a 5 minute walk from the house. Also if you would like groceries delivered for the day you arrive, call Piggly Wiggly (242-333-2120). They are open on Sundays between 8:00AM - 10:00AM.

Don't miss Arthur's Bakery and his famous Bahamian Bread, sweet rolls and cinnamon buns. A walk around the town exploring it's many shops, art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants is always a delight. Anywhere you go on the island you will be welcomed. The local pool hall and bar is called "Willie's". Frank, the owner, is a very good pool player and a super person to talk to about island history. The decor is rustic with a huge tree growing in the middle of the building. Scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, fishing, sailing, boating, and tennis are readily available. Once a week there is a "jump up" under the fig tree located in front of the Harbour Lounge with a live band. There is also the Sea Grapes, a local night club, where you will find both native islanders and visitors. The Coral Sands usually has a live band on Fridays on their outside terrace. There is a modern yacht club that provides slips for deep water yachts. Many of these yachts fly European flags and their owner's and crew provide an international flavor and vibrancy to the town. It has an open air bar, restaurant and pool. Bikes are available from a number of sources, but the closest to the house is Anthony's just up the road. All fresh meat and poultry is imported and expensive; therefore you may want to bring a cooler (no fruit and vegetables allowed - they can be bought locally). Fresh fish and crawfish (lobster) can be bought at the town dock or ordered ahead of time from the Fruit and Vegetable Store across from the dock.

Two very nice days can be spent off island. Rent a car and explore all of Eleuthera which is over 100 miles long and very interesting. Another day you can hire a small boat and captain and have him take you on the intricate 12 mile trip to the island of Spanish Wells. The island is very prosperous and interesting and the ride inside the reef is exciting. At the "Devil's Backbone" your boat is almost on the beach. Several days can also be spent in your own small boat. There are a number of sources who rent these boats.

AIRLINES:

Getting to Harbour Island is easy through North Eleuthera Airport with air service several times a day via West Palm, Ft. Lauderdale and Miami. Some of the carriers are U.S. Airways, BahamasAir, Gulfstream Airlines (Continental) and several others.

When you arrive at North Eleuthera Airport, get a land taxi for a 3 minute ride to the dock and then a $4 dollar water taxi will bring you to Harbour Island's government dock. It is during this 10 minute boat ride that you first experience freedom from the real world.

Rates:

$3,500 per week

Sorry, no pets allowed.

50% rental deposit to reserve, check payable to C.B. Rentals. Final payment due 60 days prior to arrival, check payable to C.B. Rentals. Cancellation policy: Your deposit funds are refundable with 60 days before arrival notice less a $100 cancellation fee. Less than 60 dyas notice before arrival we will let you choose and alternate date.