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

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

9 Bedroom House in Governor's Harbour

Welcome to Lush Life, a spectacular private estate set directly on the world-famous French Leave Beach — a mile-long stretch of powder-soft, pink sand ranked among the Top 20 Beaches in the World. Located on the exclusive Banks Road in Governor’s Harbour, this unmatched compound offers luxury, privacy, and island elegance at the highest level.
Often described as “the best house on the best beach in the best town on Eleuthera,” Lush Life is the island’s most sought-after vacation rental — a favorite for family reunions, milestone events, and intimate destination weddings. It even served as the backdrop for the 2010 Tyler Perry / Janet Jackson film Why Did I Get Married Too?
🌴 Property Highlights
• Direct beachfront on stunning French Leave Beach
• 3 private residences on one estate
• 9 bedrooms | 10 full baths | 2 half baths
• 3 fully equipped kitchens
• Heated private pool with expansive sundeck
• Ocean-view “Sky Box” lounge overlooking French Leave Beach
• Mid-week housekeeping included
• Full-time on-site caretaker
• Private chef and additional staff available upon request
• Outdoor fun: kayaks, paddleboards, ping pong table, BBQ grill, and Big Green Egg smoker
🏠 Accommodations
The Main House
A grand Bahamian Colonial home featuring:
• 4 King bedrooms | 5.5 bathrooms
• Brazilian hardwood floors & cypress ceilings
• Elegant interior design by one of the Bahamas’ top designers
• Chef’s kitchen with gas range, dual refrigerators, deep freezer & outdoor grill
• Large media room with satellite TV
The Guest Cottage
Overlooking the pool and garden:
• 2 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms
• Full kitchen
• Washer/dryer in half-bath
• Private open-plan living room with large, SMART TV & DIRECT TV
The Bunk Room
Perfect for kids or teens:
• Sleeps 9 with 3 bunk beds + 3 trundles
• Private bathroom
• Attached to Guest Cottage & Studio Apartment
The Studio Apartment
• A cozy retreat with pool views
• Four-poster bed
• Private bathroom
• Kitchenette
• Flat screen SMART TV (with DIRECT TV)
The Pool Cabana
Steps from the sand and water:
• 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom
• Full kitchen
• Spacious living room with SMART TV (& DIRECT TV)
• Washer/dryer combo
🛋️ Modern Comforts
• High-efficiency AC in every room
• High-speed Starlink Wi-Fi throughout the estate
• Backup generator for uninterrupted comfort
• Satellite TVs in main house media room and guest cottages
📍 Unbeatable Location
• Nestled on prestigious Banks Road, Lush Life is:
• Less than 1 mile to iconic dining: Tippy’s, Bacchus Fine Foods, Buccaneer Club, and more
• Minutes from Governor’s Harbour, with 19th-century architecture, the historic Haynes Library, and a vibrant local fish dock
• Close to shops, bakeries, ATMs, and the island’s famous Friday Night Fish Fry — a must-do cultural event with food, drinks, and dancing
🌊 Natural Beauty & Beach Access
French Leave Beach is protected by an offshore reef system, offering calm, clear turquoise waters ideal for:
• Swimming & snorkeling
• Family-friendly beach days
• Peaceful sunrises and romantic sunsets
🔐 Exclusivity & Privacy
Lush Life is rented exclusively to one group at a time, ensuring total privacy and a seamless luxury experience from arrival to departure.
Start Your Lush Life
Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, gathering with loved ones, or simply seeking a beachfront escape, Lush Life delivers the very best of Eleuthera!

This 9 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, 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. The rental House has 9 Bedrooms and 12 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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Amenities

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

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • 12 bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 9 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
Entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 5382 sq ft (500 sq m)
  • English
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

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.
Event Policy
Events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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

Reviews

Justin G.
May 7, 2025 11:21:50 PM
Review Score:   10
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.
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