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Private Villa Suspended Above Pink-Sand Caribbean Beach, Htd Pool and Hot Tub

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

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

Private Villa Suspended Above Pink-Sand Caribbean Beach, Htd Pool and Hot Tub

Welcome to The Caribbean SandCastle, a luxurious and avant-garde villa suspended on columns above a spectacular beach. An impressive feat of engineering and architecture, The Caribbean SandCastle brings you closer to the sand and water than any home on the Caribbean. This beautiful pink-sand beach is lapped by shallow water that is usually as calm as a lake. Caribbean SandCastle faces west so you can enjoy the most wonderful sunsets over the sea every evening from your decks and windows.

Caribbean SandCastle, formerly Cool Cloud House, is now under new ownership. The owner added a NEW BEACHFRONT POOL AND HOT TUB!

The Caribbean SandCastle is located on Alabaster Beach, one of the most stunning and pristine beaches in the Caribbean, featured on the cover of Conde Nast Traveler's December 2012 issue.

Remodeled in 2021 and decorated with custom contemporary furnishings, The Caribbean SandCastle has a spacious interior plus extensive wrap-around decks and outside space. The Caribbean SandCastle’s great room, suspended over the beach, is divided into three spaces. The Entertainment area has a flat-screen TV, DVD, and hi-fi sound system. The kitchen, dining area, and breakfast nook offer contemporary cooking and dining with extensive beach and ocean views. The ultra-modern kitchen features all stainless-steel appliances including French-door refrigerator, glass top range, wall oven, dishwasher, and microwave. The third space, the Chill Out area, hovers over the sea, giving a view and proximity to the water found in few houses anywhere in the world. Both the Chill Out Room and the Entertainment area have sofa beds (a total of 2 sofa beds in all).

The Caribbean SandCastle has four bedrooms, each with a luxurious bath (either en suite or across the hall) and an ocean-view deck. Two of the baths have showers; the other two have shower/tub combinations. Watch the sunset from your bedroom window, or step onto your deck for a morning coffee, feed the birds or fish, and listen to the Caribbean lapping on the sand. One bedroom has a king bed, two have queen beds, and one has twin beds that can be converted to a king. Each room has its own AC air handler and can set its own temperature.

Outside on the beach, beneath the elevated platform of the house, The Caribbean SandCastle has a large shaded dining area where you can grill your catch of the day and dine on the water’s edge. An outdoor shower is also located nearby at the back of the house for easy access to rinse off.

Amenities at The Caribbean SandCastle include full AC, WIFI, Apple TV, advanced water purification system, and laundry room with a washer and dryer. Two paddleboards and two kayaks are provided, including a large three-person kayak well equipped for fishing or taking a longer journey.

The town of Governors Harbour, a ten-minute drive from the property, 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, for the weekly coffee hour for foreign residents and tourists. Governors Harbour has grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, two banks with ATMs, a bakery, gift shops, a dive shop, and a medical clinic. Friday Night Fish Fry in Governors Harbour, a street/beach party that brings together all the tourists and locals with food, drink, and dancing in the street, is not to be missed.

Eleuthera is famous for its 100 miles of spectacular, deserted beaches. The island, home to just 8000 residents, where everyone knows everyone, is known for being very safe. The snorkeling, diving, and fishing on the island are world class. Boating, surfing, and other water sports are also popular. You can rent power boats, sailboats, sea kayaks, bikes.

Rates are for up to 8 guests, additional guests are $65 per night.

Property manager

Kim and Jason Menefee and Matthew Simon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

2250-129462

About the area

Map
Governors Harbour, Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Airport Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • French Leave Beach - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Hut Point Beach - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Rainbow Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leo Rose Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coco Di Mama - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Elvina's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mel’s Snack Shack - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tippy's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Villa Suspended Above Pink-Sand Caribbean Beach, Htd Pool and Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Villa Suspended Above Pink-Sand Caribbean Beach, Htd Pool and Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Villa Suspended Above Pink-Sand Caribbean Beach, Htd Pool and Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Villa Suspended Above Pink-Sand Caribbean Beach, Htd Pool and Hot Tub located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is steps from Lucayan Archipelago and within 3 mi (5 km) of Airport Beach and French Leave Beach. Hut Point Beach and James Point Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Private Villa Suspended Above Pink-Sand Caribbean Beach, Htd Pool and Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Valparaiso

Liked: Cleanliness
Jaw dropping - in the BEST way!
The house was exactly as shown. There is a new house next door which is not reflected in the pictures. We were a little disappointed in the pool/hot tub. We paid extra to have them heated. The pool water was so low we had to put the hose in it. The jets were above the water line. The hot tub was basically empty. Once that was taken care of we used it the rest of the week. This home is a great size especially for a group. The beach is PERFECTION! Thank you to the people of Eleuthera for being so gracious and sharing your beautiful island with us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Week at Caribbean Sandcastle!
We had a great week at Caribbean Sandcastle! Our party consisted of 4 adults & 3 kids (aged 9, 11, 13). We flew into Governor's Harbor which was just minutes from the house, picked up our rental vehicle, and the property manager kindly allowed us to drop off our luggage on the porch since we couldn't check in early. The proximity of the house to the road was a non-issue for us. There is a small house next door, but we still felt like we had the beach to ourselves. And what a wonderful beach! The kids rotated from the beach to the pool to the hot tub all day long; it was perfect. We found some snorkeling masks under the house that the kids used. We brought a beach canopy tent with us and used it every day for shade on the beach, which I highly recommend. The kitchen is well stocked and we enjoyed several home cooked meals. One day we bought fresh fish from the fisherman who went out right in front of the house - talk about fresh seafood! The beds were all comfortable, there were plenty of bath and beach towels. The wireless speakers were a great idea and we used them constantly. The washer/dryer were large and efficient. The sofas were not comfortable, but most of the time we were playing games at the dining table anyway. Overall, the beach was fabulous, the pool/hot tub were wonderful, and we enjoyed our time at Caribbean Sandcastle!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna L., Stowe, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home on my favorite beach
The house is beautiful and it sits on my favorite beach. We had some complications but the property manager and the owner were very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location!
Loved the location and amenities...had a small issue with the hot tub not working, but that was it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Location was a little too remote. No where to take the little ones for a walk except for the fairly busy highway. Strollers don't do well on beach sand. One of the toilets developed a bad leak but was fixed eventually. After a few showers in the morning the smell of sewage was overwhelming in the driveway. Lucky we did not have any odor in the house. No fault of the owners but part of Eleuthera lost water pressure for a few days which was an inconvenience. Drinking water also became very salty for the bulk of our stay but we heeded the advice of the owners and drank bottled water. Excursion from Eleuthera Outdoor Center to Spanish Wells was excellent and the most unique any of us has experienced.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham H., SAN DIEGO, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
Wonderful location. Sonya was so helpful and made us feel so welcome. The house beautiful, clean and very well equipped. The paddleboards were a great advantage. I had difficulty in renting a paddleboard for the week, so it was awesome to find them provided with the house.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Alex R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Quite and relaxing. Loved the view and the calm waters and snorkeling was great. Only downside is it’s about 55 minute drive from the North Eleuthera airport, we couldn’t find flights into the Marsh Harbor airport. House was very clean and cozy. The hot tub had some issues heating while we were there but it was just installed and still a work in progress. My family loved staying there and we plan to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tanner S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good First Visit
We stayed at Cool Cloud for a week and had a large crew of 8 adults and 5 kids. Overall, enjoyed the experience and the low key island vibe. Pros - nice open layout of the house with plenty of room to spread out between the two sitting areas and wrap around porch space. The views and water are amazing and the kids loved playing with all the water toys and kayaks. It was great having a washer/dryer so we didn't have to pack as much clothing. Cons - there are a decent number of house repairs needed. A couple of door handles fell off while we were there, could not get any hot water for the showers, the front outside area of the house had a terrible sewage smell all week and the beds weren't very comfortable. None of these issues were major deterrents for us, but something for the property managers to note for future guests. All in all, we had a good time and will plan on going back to Eleuthera again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M., Caddo Mills, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house!
The house is located right on a quiet Carribean beach. The calm water was perfect for our 3 young children! Lots of sand toys and water toys too. The house was roomy with a large open kitchen/living area. The bedrooms all had very comfortable beds and stayed cool for us. Quick ride to other beaches and into Governors Harbour for groceries, restaurants or pier for fresh fish. The island has beautiful beaches and water is gorgeous! Sonya, the property manager was great. She was always quick to help out or answer any questions. The owners would not be able to find anyone that is as sweet and hard working as Sonya!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Fred E.

Cool Cloud Does not Disappoint!
Cool Cloud house is a fantastic home on a magnificent secluded beach. The home was perfect for 8 adults with 4 bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms, large common areas and well equipped kitchen. Air conditioning in each bedroom and the common areas worked perfectly. Washer/Dryer, plenty of towels and comfortable beds. You could not ask for a better location for beach access. This home is right on the beach and you can not see any neighbors. When the weather was windy on the beach at the house you can get to the Atlantic side of the island in less than 10 minutes. Fantastic beach there with crystal clear water and the softest sand imaginable. The only negative I could site would be the proximity to the main road. The back of the house is just steps from the main road on the island and traffic can be heard from the bedrooms at the back of the house. It is also difficult to back out of the driveway onto the highway with traffic going at a high rate of speed. That being said, the traffic on the main highway is not heavy. You have to remember that this is a remote island and things don't always work perfectly. We did not have internet access for the week we were there. We did use our iphones as hot spots and were reimbursed by the property owners. Overall I would give this property 4 out of 5 stars with the only negative being the proximity to the main road. Eleuthera is a must see destination.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne J., Manitowish Waters Wisconsin

fabulous
good location,, private beach, snorkeling, shelling watching sunsets this place has it all. House was comfortable and spacious, well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

BEST VACATION EVER
We loved every minute of our vacation on Eleuthera. This was our first trip to Eleuthera, but certainly not our last. First about the house: The house is beautiful and it was stocked with everything we needed for our stay. The house was even more beautiful in person. We fixed a few meals at the house and had all the pots and pans and utensils we needed. Matt and Tara were quick to answer all our questions and they were great to work with. There are not adequate words to describes how beautiful the beach and view is at this house. It is amazing. The first two or three days the water was so calm and clear that it looked like a bathtub...albeit a big bathtub with shells, colorful fish, lots of starfish, and even a stingray. I have some pictures I took of the shells in the water and you can't tell that it's a picture of water. We also got to experience some storms at the end of the week. The waves really crashed up against the pilings and water was up on the concrete under the house. The house is centrally located on the island and made getting around very easy. I highly recommend buying The Beach Book on Amazon. Besides "our beach", some of our favorite places we went to were Lighthouse Beach, Surfer's Beach, Pink Sand Beach on Harbour Island, and Glass Window Bridge. Highly recommend renting a jeep for the high clearance. We chartered a boat/captain and went snorkeling, conch diving, and to the marker bars. LOVED that day! We found lots of good shells at our beach snorkeling, at Comber's Beach (only good thing about that beach), and at the marker bars. Found a huge, beautiful conch shell over 12" long. We found tons of sea glass at Surfer's Beach. The people are so friendly on Eleuthera. We never met a stranger the entire week. My favorite part of the entire week was church on Sunday at Governor's Harbour Wesley Methodist Church. The church is beautiful, the music was amazing, and the people made us feel like family. Eleuthera is not the place for you if you like an action packed vacation with lots of activities and people, roller coasters and theme parks, or vacations in a concrete jungle. However, if you want to get away from the stresses of every day life, stare at the most amazing scenery, and fully embrace "island time", then give Eleuthera a try. I started planning our next trip to Eleuthera on the flight home!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016

8/10 Good

Eleonore

Liked: Property conditions & facilities