Spanish Wells holiday

'Stella Maris' a Colourful Classic Bahamian Island Cottage

Description 1000 sq. ft.,
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 1 Bathroom
Facilities beach, near the sea, garden, air-conditioning, internet access, satellite or cable
Rates per property
Set rates in US Dollars
$90/night 
$630/week 
$2,500/month 
GBP Conversion - Estimated
£55/night 
£384/week 
£1,524/month 
Leslie MacDougall
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of this Spanish Wells holiday Comfy, Bright 2 Br Cottage Special Rate $90/Night Now Thru Dec 15th

Welcome to Stella Maris, a classic Bahamian Cottage, a type of home fast disappearing and now rarely found in the Family Islands. This bright and colourful cottage sits in a large walled-lot, landscaped with coconut palms and tropical plants. Stella Maris is in a unique location in Spanish Wells: close to all amenities, yet just 80 paces from a pink sand beach that stretches some 2 -1/4 miles. Stella Maris was built in 1899, and completely renovated/refreshed in 2006, with all modern conveniences, it is clean, absolutely comfortable and totally inviting. Stella Maris easily sleeps 6 persons in 2 bedrooms and a queen futon in the living room. For small families with young children a collapsible 'Pack and Play' is available for use. Complete sets of linens and towels are provided. There is a queen and double bedroom; and in the living room there is a queen futon.
Spanish Wells property rental - Stella Maris

Stella Maris

Spanish Wells property rental - Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

Spanish Wells property rental - Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2

Spanish Wells property rental - Kitchen area

Kitchen area

Spanish Wells property rental
Spanish Wells property rental - Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2

Spanish Wells property rental - beach

beach

Spanish Wells property rental
Spanish Wells property rental
Spanish Wells property rental - Hammock area with partial shade

Hammock area with partial shade

Spanish Wells property rental - Our cottage

Our cottage

Spanish Wells property rental - Living room area

Living room area

Location: Spanish Wells in Bahamas

Nearest Airport: North Eleuthera at 20 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Fast ferry and local ferry at 1 Miles
Nearest Beach: beach at 80.0 Metres
Spanish Wells map
marks the location of the property in Eleuthera

Availability for this holiday rental in Spanish Wells, Bahamas

Updated:
Aug 29, 2009
Changeover Day: flexible
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Rental Rates for this holiday in Spanish Wells, Bahamas

Rental Basis:
per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night
Weekend
Night
Minimum Stay
Yr Long 01 September 2009 - 31 December 2009 $630 $90 $90 1 Night
Notes: DISCOUNTED RATE OF $90/NIGHT FOR ALL RESERVATIONS BETWEEN NOW AND DECEMBER 15, 2008

Additional information about rental rates

  • Discounted Rate Of $90/Night For All Reservations Between Now And December 15, 2008
  • No minimum stay
    Stays less than 1 week require a $60 cleaning fee

    50% deposit required at reservation with remaining balance due 30 days prior to stay. Reservations within 30 days of stay require full payment at time of booking.

    Cancellation/Refund policy: Cancellations greater than 60 days prior to reservation will be fully refunded. Deposit will be forfeited in full for cancellations less than 60 days but greater than 30 days prior to reservation. No refund for cancellations made less than 30 days prior to reservation.

    Jan - Dec 90/night

    Jan - Dec 630/week
    Christmas and New Years Week 875/week
  • Discounted Rate Of $90/Night For All Reservations Between Now And December 15, 2008

Fees

Cleaning:
£37

Accommodation and facilities for this holiday rental in Spanish Wells, Bahamas

Property Type:
  • cottage

Floor Area:
  • 1000 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • beach
  • near the sea

Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all

General:
  • water cooler
  • hair dryer
  • local maps
  • towels provided
  • central heating
  • air-conditioning
  • alarm clock
  • telephone
  • linen provided
  • bottled water
  • accepts credit card
  • ceiling fans

Kitchen:
  • oven
  • coffee grinder
  • freezer
  • lobster pot
  • spices
  • microwave
  • blender
  • stove top burners
  • cooking utensils
  • fridge
  • clothes dryer
  • washing machine
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • iron & board

Living Room:
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 6 people

Dining:
  • dining area
  • highchair
  • seating for 6 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure

Bedrooms:
  • 2 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Bedroom 1 - Large Double Bed
    Bedroom 2 - Double Bed
Entertainment:
  • books
  • TV
  • video player
  • stereo system
  • audio tape player
  • books - kids
  • music library
  • video library
  • DVD
  • games - all ages
  • games - kids
  • radio
  • CD
  • books - fiction/non-fiction
  • toys
  • satellite or cable

Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access
  • broadband access

Outside:
  • veranda
  • barbecue
  • garden
  • porch
  • walkway to water
  • bike
  • parking off street
  • parking
  • outdoor grill gas
  • outdoor grill
  • 3 garden chairs
  • 3 deck chairs
  • 3 bicycles

Suitability:
  • long term rentals available
  • non smoking only
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome

Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • walking
  • sailing
  • fishing
  • wind-surfing
  • diving
  • surfing
  • cycling
  • water skiing

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional

Onsite Equipment:
  • binoculars
  • deck chairs
  • beach towels
  • cooler small
  • raft
  • cooler large

Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • babysitting
  • bay
  • churches
  • groceries
  • marina
  • caves
  • library

Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • deepsea fishing
  • fly fishing
  • hiking
  • jet skiing
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • snorkelling
  • bay fishing
  • surf fishing

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • reefs
  • restaurants

Nearby Services:
  • babysitting

Further details for this holiday rental in Spanish Wells, Bahamas

If you are looking for a quiet get-away (with all the comforts of home) in an absolutely charming cottage that is purely Bahamian, please check out Stella Maris - you won't be disappointed! Amenities: Stella Maris has central air-conditioning to ensure complete comfort year round along with a washer and dryer. The kitchen is fully-equipped with refrigerator, microwave, gas stove with oven, coffee maker, blender and a full suite of pots, pans, dishes and flatware. The cottage also has wireless internet, cable TV, DVD and VHS players and a CD stereo, with a selection of movies and music for your enjoyment. Two bikes and a hammock are available for your pleasure. Activities: Over 2 miles of continuous pink sand beaches encircle Spanish Wells! The warm emerald waters around St.George's Cay are completely amenable to all water sports -from simply soaking up the sun to snorkeling (stunning reefs abound) and kite boarding. Scuba diving and sport fishing expeditions can also be arranged.

Area: Spanish Wells is a charming community of about 2500 hard-working fishermen and their families; tourism is still new to the island so you won't be over-run - especially on the beaches where one rarely encounters another soul. The locals are friendly, approachable and welcoming. St.George's Cay has four restaurants and a large American-style supermarket (with pharmacy) that provides various options whether one wants to eat out or stay at home. The best and most economical means of transport in Spanish Wells is the ubiquitous golf cart, readily available for rent, but a bicycle is equally useful. The resort of Harbor Island is close by if you are looking for a nice day trip from Spanish Wells as are several other sightseeing and historic attractions on Eleuthera proper. Spanish Wells is very safe, secure and kid-friendly.

A well-equipped medical clinic is close by Stella Maris along with easy access to nearby shopping and grocery stores. The Royal Bank (with ATM) is located near by and the Post Office is right next door. Easily accessible from Nassau by Bahamas Fast Ferry (which takes you right to Spanish Wells) or you can also fly in to North Eleuthera airport which is a short water taxi and cab ride away.

Reviews for this holiday rental in Spanish Wells, Bahamas

Rating
5 out of 5

We Love You Stella Maris!

Alex1000 Quebec, Canada
Review Submitted: October 15, 2009 Date of Stay: March 2009
Leslie and this very cute cottage were our first introduction to the out-of-this-world island of Spanish Wells, where we've stayed four months with our small kids during two trips. When we went back the second time, it was like going home. The cottage was in the perfect location for us - in the middle of some action, but within walking distance of everything, including a very short walk to the beautiful beach, shopping and the docks (i.e. amazing sea food). We never wanted to leave! Thanks!!!
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Rating
5 out of 5

Our 3rd stay at the cottage...and loving it!!!

D and R Ottawa, Canada
Review Submitted: March 8, 2009 Date of Stay: February 2009
Well, this has been our 3rd year at the cottage. This year, we took our best friends with us and they really really enjoyed the cottage and Spanish Wells. We made a few friends with the locals this year. Went to a couple of home parties....the folks on Spanish Wells are very friendly and fun!! It's a really nice place to go and relax, enjoy the beautiful beach, the wonderful sunsets. The weather is always sunny and warm. We enjoy BBQ'ing every day at the cottage, being able to watch a bit of TV when we want to and even have access to the internet so that we could chat with family and friends back home. We enjoyed going to the beach every day or just taking a ride around the island on our rented golf cart taking pictures is just as relaxing. We also enjoy the fresh bakery they have at the Food Fair and of course those Johnny Cakes that David loves so much. Well, we are now booked to go in July...should be a blast to see our friends again!!! Thanks a bunch Leslie for the wonderful cottage you have!!! We look forward to staying there again in July! Hugs & Kisses!! D&R
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Rating
5 out of 5

Want to go back . . . NOW!

Christina and Mackenzie Silver Spring, MD
Review Submitted: August 1, 2008 Date of Stay: June 2008
Stella Maris and Spanish Wells were the perfect spot for a much needed and gorgeous respite. The cottage was cozy and comfy with everything we needed to cook, play and rest. We played, lounged, and read on the most beautiful white velvet sand beaches we've ever seen. The water was crystal clear--we could still see our toes perfectly several hundred yards out from the shoreline. The water is calm and warm -- you just cannot beat it!! The people of Spanish Wells were incredibly friendly, inviting and helpful. The island is quiet and not at all touristy. We miss the whole experience so much, we have vowed to return next year if the hosts will let us!! It is the BEST! I have never been much of a beach person, but this place won me over.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Guestbook Comment

Christina and Mackenzie Silver Spring, MD
Review Submitted: August 1, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008
Want to go back . . . NOW!

Stella Maris and Spanish Wells were the perfect spot for a much needed and gorgeous respite. The cottage was cozy and comfy with everything we needed to cook, play and rest. We played, lounged, and read on the most beautiful white velvet sand beaches we've ever seen. The water was crystal clear--we could still see our toes perfectly several hundred yards out from the shoreline. The water is calm and warm -- you just cannot beat it!! The people of Spanish Wells were incredibly friendly, inviting and helpful. The island is quiet and not at all touristy. We miss the whole experience so much, we have vowed to return next year if the hosts will let us!! It is the BEST! I have never been much of a beach person, but this place won me over.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Been twice and will always go back

shoe dude Ottawa Ontario Canada
Review Submitted: July 16, 2008 Date of Stay: February 2007
How do I start
The absolute best from my point of view
the island, the people, the peace and quiet, the cottage, and the location are the most beautiful to be found anywhere bright sun and the cleanest beaches anywhere in the Bahamas
when we first arrived we were greeted with so much warmth we are now known as locals
the cottage is soooo inviting and comfortable it feels just like home, we had all we could ask for
the local food fair has fresh baked goods MMMMMM......
I'm personally referring Stella Maris to everybody that I know
we have never seen or enjoyed beaches that were so prestene as the ones that are at Spanish Wells
we are already planning to go back for our third trip down this February for 10 days
this cottage has all you need lots of sleeping room, laundry facilities, bikes, T.V with satilite, wireless hookup for your laptop, BBQ, all the beach gear you will ever need, and most of all a sense of safety during your stay
there is really no other place to stay in the Bahamas!!!!!!!
if after reading this you haven't decided to go close your eyes and think peace and quiet on your own piece of beach with nothing around except blue water and the yellow sun
so book now and you will not be sorry!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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