Seaside stay .Stay at this Governor's Harbour vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Central Eleuthera Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve. Haynes Public Library and Twin Coves Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
Twin Coves Beach - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
Airport Beach - 19 min drive - 8.3 miles
Getting around
Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
1648 - 3 min drive
Buccaneer Club - 3 min drive
Da Perk Cafe - 2 min drive
Sunset Inn - 4 min drive
Tippy's - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards
Salty Dolphin House is a luxurious, 4-bedroom, 4-bath home, located fifty yards from the world-famous French Leave Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Bahamas. Salty Dolphin has spectacular views of the beach and ocean. It is located on the historic Banks Road, the premier location on Eleuthera, a mile from the town of Governor's Harbour, and also from Tippy's Restaurant. Salty Dolphin also has a beautiful heated pool that can be enjoyed by the entire family. (Pool heat is optional for a fee of $350 per week.)
Amenities include a full-service, well equipped kitchen, air conditioning, front load washer/dryer, Starlink WIFI, satellite television, three flat-screen TVs, VOIP phone with free unlimited local and international calls, child and adult games, paddle boards, a gas grill, a full house generator, and a new foosball table!
Salty Dolphin offers great outdoor living spaces, with a huge wrap-around deck, loungers, a large umbrella, gas grill, outdoor lounging area, two outdoor showers, a pergola for shade, a second level deck, and a built in bench for spectacular outdoor entertaining.
You enter Salty Dolphin into the spacious, kitchen/living/dining/bar area, as well as a full bathroom with a spacious walk-in shower. The 11' quartz island, with built in oven and range with overhead ventilation, seats six comfortably. The large dining area accommodates at least eight and also hosts a built in wet bar. This family room has a couch, love seat and chair, in addition to a large custom built-in cabinet, which hosts a 55” flat screen television. The brand new, full sized, front load washer & dryer are located in a small laundry room to the right of the entrance. The sliders to the rear deck, and the first outdoor dining area are located straight ahead. To your right is the computer room (with wifi and VOIP phone) and access to the two first-floor bedrooms. Both of these bedrooms have king size beds and full bathrooms.
Returning to the main living area, you take the steps to the second floor. Here we have a breakfast nook, with sink, refrigerator, coffee and tea pot, microwave, living room with 50” flat screen, couch, and sliding glass doors to the front second level deck and seating area (all with BEAUTIFUL beach and ocean views). The first bedroom has a queen size bed and sliding glass door to the second level deck and a spectacular beach and ocean view. The second bedroom has two twin beds that can be converted to a king, full bathroom, and a private deck, overlooking the natural beauty of Eleuthera and Charlowe's Pond behind the house. From this level, you can enter the sundeck, hosting the second outdoor area, and built in seating bench. The views from the deck are truly spectacular. The ocean is 50 yards away and you can see the pure beauty of Eleuthera.
Just walk across the street and down our private path, and you're on the beautiful pink sand of French Leave Beach (also known as Club Med Beach, for the Club Med that was located there many years ago). There is excellent snorkeling off the southern end of this beach, a minute or two walk from the private path.
Salty Dolphin comes with everything you need to enjoy our beautiful beach, including snorkel gear, beach chairs and umbrellas, and two outdoor showers.
Tippy's famous restaurant is just a mile away, offering fine dining and live entertainment. Other upscale restaurants nearby include 1648 and La Bougainevillea, as well as many casual dining venues like Buccaneer Club and DaPerk. The town of Governor's Harbour, the main town, less than a mile away, has grocery stores, restaurants, and shops.
Rates are for 6 guests. Additional guest $50/night.
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Free international calls
Phone
Unlimited free smartphone calls
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Foosball table
Heated pool
Paddleboard
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Wildlife walks 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: 3,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
929369
Frequently asked questions
How close is Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards to the airport?
This vacation home is 9.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Governor's Harbour (GHB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Central Eleuthera Beach and 2.1 mi (6-min drive) from Twin Coves Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards to downtown Governor's Harbour?
This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Governor's Harbour.
Newly Updated Beach House @ Famous French Leave Bch, Htd Pool, Paddle Boards Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 75 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy E., Miami Beach
Jul 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Super happy; excellent location across from French Leave and close to Tippys
Jeremy E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael L., Braintree, MA, USA
Apr 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in a great location
House matched description perfectly, property manager very responsive and provided a lot of helpful information about the house and sightseeing on the island. Caretaker and maintenance folks were very responsive to a minor issue with water temperature and fixed it immediately. Whole-house generator on Eleuthera is a must, we experienced a couple blackouts while on the island (one while at home but others while out and about). No disruption to power, water, or internet!
Michael L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
John R.
Dec 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at Salty Dolphin!
We had a wonderful time at this very well-appointed house! Thank you!!!
John R.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alex M.
Jun 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
This is a great place to stay and I would choose it again. The location was perfect and the house was spacious with everything we needed. It sat right across froma beach that was secluded. Including the 9 in my party, I never saw 20 people at the beach. I have only 2 complaints, the lights around the pool deck offer no light to the pool itself, so at night swimming is dangerous for younger children. Secondly, the roof deck is no longer accessible. All in all a wonderful stay at a wonderful place.
Alex M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deborah S., Comox, Canada
Jan 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wish you were here!!!
The pictures of the property are great! However, once you are in the house you realize the pictures don't do it justice. It's the best appointed house we've ever rented and we have travelled all over the world. You will not want for anything. The pool is fantastic and we had it heated in November. All the bedrooms are spacious and there are tons of towels & linens. Every appliance you need is there. We were 5 adults and there was enough beach chairs, umbrellas, pool toys, etc for everyone. It's the perfect central location on the Island. We often had fish, lobster and beverages delivered to us. You have the stunning French Leave pink sandy beach across the street. You can walk along the beach to Tippy's. And best of all Carol (Property Caretaker/Manager) was the icing on the cake. We loved her and Daniel. They replied to us immediately when we had questions and then checked back to make sure things were good. We received great recommendations for food and places to visit on the Island from Carol. Our only problem now is trying to figure out when we can return to this beautiful Island again! The Shelton, Clarke & Living Group
Deborah S.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ellen T.
Jul 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property in a beautiful place
The Salty Dolphin is better than the pictures. We had a lovely stay and we're well taken care of. The location that the French Leave beach is extremely close and it was our favorite beach.
Ellen T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cheri P., Chesterfield, Missouri
Jul 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect private getaway
This house was the perfect getaway. Close to all the amenities on the island and literally one of the best beaches in the world just steps from the door. We basically had the whole thing to ourselves. Lots of sea life to explore and the perfect sand. The people are the friendliest too. All the house staff was super responsive if we had questions or needed anything. It was the perfect spot.
Cheri P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
josh v.
Jun 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best trip yet
This our 3rd time to the island, first time at salty dolphin. This place is perfect for a family vacation. The space inside the house, the pool outside. The location a short 30 second walk across to the street to the beach. Minutes drives to restaurants and supplies. Last but not least the responsiveness of the caretakers when we had a couple of questions was rapid. Thank you for an incredible place to stay on this wonderful island!
josh v.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eric B.
Apr 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable house across from French Leave
Great location, near town and across street from French Leave beach. Loved foosball table, ring game, pool, snorkel gear. Internet connectivity limited, and kayak would be nice addition, but overall great vacation house.
Eric B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany T., Cape Cod, MA
Feb 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa for a Group
This house was perfect for our group of two couples and two teenagers (17 and 19). Plenty of privacy and room to spread out. The teens enjoyed the foosball table. Decks everywhere to enjoy the beautiful views. The kitchen was fully stocked with an abundance of cookware/flatware/dishes and even had some cooking basics on hand such as seasonings, oil, etc. Comfortable bedding and plenty of beach towels. Having a whole house generator was so appreciated when power went out for 3-4 hours one evening, which I guess is fairly common. Communication with the property managers, Sabrina (owner), Carol (housekeeper) and Daniel (maintenance) was easy and everyone was very responsive from pre-arrival through check-out. Carol was very accommodating with allowing early check-in/late check-out. It was nice to meet Daniel who came by to bring another tank of propane for the grill and even came through with a delivery of fresh stone crabs! So good!! The location across from French Leave Beach, can't be beat! So great to be able to quickly walk back and forth from the house to the beach. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the Salty Dolphin Villa to our friends and family. An all around great experience.
Tiffany T.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ben H.
Jan 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect Bahamas get away
I stayed here for 4 nights with my partner and 3 other couples. It was probably one of the best trips of my life. We had SO much fun. The house was amazing and easily accommodated everyone. The beach was so beautiful and extremely close. I’m not sure there is anything that would have made our stay any better.
Ben H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sandy w.
Apr 24, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
We were a group of 6 and found the hone to be very comfortable and well stocked. The only issue was the broken oven.
The location is great and everything is well maintained which isn’t always easy to do on an island.
I’d stay here again!!
Sandy w.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
6/10 Okay
Michael B.
Jul 6, 2016
Richview
Overall impression of this property was good. There were airconditioner issues in the honeymoon suite which were immediately rectified by the property manager who was accessible quickly and was helpful with answering questions.The wifi was not always accessible. We were pleased to learn that this property has a generator which automatically comes on during power outages which happened occasionally during thunderstorms.