HIDDEN GEM. Free Golf Car kayak boarding 2 Min.walk to SPANISH WELLS beach
This new fully air-conditioned, one bed room, one bath on the island of Spanish Wells, Bahamas features an open living area and full kitchen, along with fenced in patio/decks with barbecue grill. King size bed. Living Room area also features one full size futon/couche. Starlink internet, Cable TV in bedroom and livingroom. This vacation home includes Golf cart, Kayak, paddle board to ensure each day is a new adventure. It's a 2 min walk to Spanish Wells famous two mile white sandy beach. Only a few minutes walk away from everything in town. Spanish Wells is a small unique Island located off the Northern tip of Eleuthera. Silver Airways and United from Fort Lauderdale, American Eagle from Miami and Delta from Atlanta Georgia are non stop flights to North Eleuthera (ELH). Lobster fishing is the main industry on the island. The best way ot get around the island is by golf cart there is no need for a car. Fishing is great here bone fishing and deep sea fishing. Local fishermen offer many different excursions such as swimming with the pigs, you can visit Preacher's Cave. Queens Bath, Hatchet Bay Cave, Ocean Hole and the famous Glass Windows Bridge (we recommend that you book these in advance). Hidden Gem in Spanish Wells, Bahamas is your ideal island vacation spot.
Property manager
Sharon Albury
Premier Host
Languages
English
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A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Spanish Wells
Spanish Wells is home to this apartment. Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial and Glen Stewart Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pink Sand Beach and Lucayan Archipelago. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
Spanish Wells, Spanish Wells
What's nearby
Current Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 6.0 km
Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic - 22 min drive - 16.9 km
Glass Window Bridge - 29 min drive - 24.9 km
Tay Bay Beach - 113 min drive - 36.3 km
Pink Sand Beach - 117 min drive - 24.3 km
Getting around
North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Wreckers Restaurant & Bar - 8 min walk
Eagles Landing - 8 min walk
Sandbar bar & grill - 6 min drive
Shipyard Restaurant - 11 min walk
Budda's Snack Shack - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is HIDDEN GEM. Free Golf Car kayak boarding 2 Min.walk to SPANISH WELLS beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at HIDDEN GEM. Free Golf Car kayak boarding 2 Min.walk to SPANISH WELLS beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at HIDDEN GEM. Free Golf Car kayak boarding 2 Min.walk to SPANISH WELLS beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is HIDDEN GEM. Free Golf Car kayak boarding 2 Min.walk to SPANISH WELLS beach located?
Situated in Spanish Wells, this apartment building is steps from Lucayan Archipelago and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ben Bay Beach. Current Bay Beach and Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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I had a wonderful stay at Hidden Gem. It was perfect for me - great location to everything. Comes with the buggy which is a bonus. I was able to walk to the beach and spent my days there. Sharon picked me up at the dock and showed me around the rental. She’s so sweet and kind! I will definitely stay with her again, though my April dates are taken. Gotta book early!
We had an amazing stay!! This is our 2nd trip to the island and renting from Sharon and Will! Looking forward to coming back again and will definitely rent again from the Albury’s!!!
This was a quick weekend getaway and Sharon’s place was the perfect spot for me and the husband. Although we did not cook, the kitchen was fully stocked. Place was very clean and comfortable. Sharon was also very accommodating in that she arranged the taxi and ferry service and picked us up at the dock. Would recommend staying here. She also has other places to rent on the same property.
Sharon was super helpful and always answered the phone and was wonderful setting up taxis for us to and from Eleuthera to the airport and such. Definitely would stay again.
We recently stayed at a wonderful property in Spanish Wells, booked through VRBO, and our experience was outstanding. The property was spotlessly clean and its location was extremely convenient. Just a 2-minute walk away, we found ourselves on a beautiful soft pink sand beach with shallow waters stretching as far as the eye could see, resembling a huge swimming pool. Additionally, a liquor store was just a stone’s throw away and a small market within a 3-5 minute walk. The use of the half-cart ‘buggy’ was a plus for getting around and shopping at the Food Fair supermarket, which, notably, closes most days at 5 p.m. There was also a pharmacy, very handy in case you forget your medications (I recommend seeing George Russell).
Sharon, our host, was wonderful and very helpful in arranging taxis and the ferry to the island. Among the must-do activities, I recommend renting a boat at Harbourside Rentals or taking a guided tour with Sharon’s nephew, among many other available options. Also, a visit to Papa Scoops for excellent ice cream (open from 7 to 10 p.m.) is a must, as is going to Buddhas for good food, drinks, and background country music. For a delightful meal, Wreckers. The Sand Bar, and Shipyard are excellent choices. The beach is perfect for relaxing or snorkeling. It was a fantastic place for our family of 4. We love Spanish Wells and its people. We’re eager to have the opportunity to return.
Jay T.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carole
29 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beau grand logement, très bien équipé, récemment rénové.
Golf cart fourni très apprécié, mais est âgé.
Cute little cottage just 2 minutes from a gorgeous beach! They have kayaks but we couldn’t use them because it was too windy. The house is very comfortable and well equipped. Sharon, the owner, was very responsive and very helpful. The golf cart was a big plus for exploring the island. It was a very relaxing vacation! Love Spanish Wells and Hidden Gem!
All about our stay was perfect. Sharon is a wonderful host, picked us up at the dock and took us for a tour of the island, explaining everything we need to know.
The property is very nice and clean with everything you need to stay like at home. House is walking distance to the paradise beach of Spanish Wells.
Really looking forward to come back
Host was fantastic & very communicative. Place was cute and cozy, close to the beach. Perfect for our short stay. The host stopped by and showed us her other rentals which we will keep in mind for our next visit down. Thanks for the hospitality!
Chris, Kristy & kids
The property was perfect for the two of us, great AC, comfortable king bed, the wifi was good we even brought our roku. The best part of the beach (still plenty of sand at high tide),was only steps away, cut through the cemetery then past one house. The outdoor shower before you came back inside was key. We have been to Spanish wells before but this was our first time being so close to town, it was nice being able to walk to Budda's and short buggy trip to restaurants. The host was extremely helpful, picked us up and dropped off at ferry, when our golf cart broke down one day they had another one dropped off in under an hour. We will definitely stay at this property again.
Close to the beach, grocery store and every else with the included golf car. Used the bikes (and ferry) to bike to Ben Beach bay, Sapphire Hole and Preachers Cave on Eleuthera. Beautiful day trip! Just so people know ahead of time, the small island cemetery is right next door and walking through it is the shortest way to the beach. I enjoyed reading the headstones and have always enjoyed visiting cemeteries so I was fine. There may be others who have a problem with it, so just be aware. The beach isn't busy. I would find more starfish than people. It was very relaxing to walk through the water at low tide on the powdery sand. Used the kayaks to go around the island (go high tide) and out to the small islands off shore. Didn't find any areas to go snorkeling off shore. I hear you have to go out to the reef. Fun trip!
We enjoyed our 2 night stay at Hidden Gem.The apartment was clean with all new appliances.We enjoyed the quiet,the outdoor shower,the easy walkable distance to what we wanted to do,even Papa Scoops! The owner gave us a ride to the dock on our way home since we had many bags to carry from Food Fair. We'll be back!
Staying in one of Sharon's rentals was beyond amazing. Well equiped, sparkling clean, and very comfortable. Spanish Wells holds a piece of my heart
Sharon and Will live just down the road so anything they could do to help make your stay memorable and trouble free was beyond amazing. Beautiful island, kind people and sunshine. What more could you ask for?
Can’t wait to go back! First off Spanish Wells is a wonderful place this would be our third time going there and second time staying at one of Sharon’s properties. There’s simply no downside it’s a beautiful island. If you’re looking for a nice romantic low-key adventure this is it, walk the white sand beaches taking in its natural beauty. As I look up my window on my home and it’s 19 below zero actual temperature, I really can’t think of any downsides to Spanish Wells can’t wait to return thank you Sharon for an enjoyable experience.
Spanish Wells is one of the most relaxing vacations we have ever taken. The ocean is amazing, food wonderful and fishing is great. Hidden Gem is a wonderful apartment for a week's stay while on vacation. It was comfortably furnished and well stocked. Sharon went out of her way to make us feel welcome, the apartment was immaculate and she even arranged transportation from the airport which included a ride from airport in N. Eleuthera to ferry and a ferry ride to Spanish Wells. We were met at the dock and taken straight to Hidden Gem. A golf cart was provided for the week for our transportation needs. I highly recommend a stay here.
We really enjoyed our stay on Spanish Wells! Sharon and Willis welcomed us they were fun to talk to, they had a golf cart ready that was included with their cute place. A very quick golf cart run (easy walk too) took us to the beach (don’t miss it at low tide! WOW!!) They have kayaks and paddle boards available for us to use. An outdoor shower is available too. I would totally stay here again, not far from the beach at all and they have a golf cart ready, kayaks and paddle boards. They really did think of everything! I HIGHLY recommend!
Second visit in Sharon’s properties. This one bedroom property is very spacious and the kitchen well equipped. Spanish wells is an island that makes you want to return. We are always delighted to be met and taken care of by Sharon
Check in process was so easy, Sharon arranged a taxi and ferry (price for this service was surprisingly cheap in my opinion, which was great!) and had someone pick us up on the dock to bring us to our place! It was very clean and comfortable. Loved having access to kayaks, paddle boards, a golf cart, and even bikes if we wanted! I cannot say enough positive things about this place. We were sad to leave and will hopefully be back in the future.
We could have not been more pleased with our stay at Hidden Gem. The main room and the bedroom are very spacious with plenty of room to relax. The unit was clean as a whistle. We stayed 10 days and having the washer and dryer was a big bonus. Having the golf cart included was a big bonus. The location for us was perfect. Sharon is warm and checked up on us in a good way. She arranged all of the transportation to and from the island, which was a great help. She is an excellent host. I would highly recommend any of Sharon's properties. The next time we are in Spanish Wells we are definitely staying here again!
My daughter and I recently stayed here. It was wonderful!! The location in perfect. Short walk to the beach, the grocery, and the dock. Sharon greeted us upon arrival and was available every time we had a question. The house was clean and very well kept with extra towels, beach chairs, coolers, etc. We loved it!
Lindsay M.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2020
About the host
Hosted by Sharon Albury
My husband and I have lived in Spanish Wells our entire life and I owned a business here for 18 years before I became a host in 2015. I look forward to meeting new people and exposing them to all the beauty are island has to offer.
Why they chose this property
My husband and I purchased this property from his father. I have always had a passion for retail and that led me to eventually build and manage vacation homes so that others can experience the beauty of Spanish Wells.
What makes this property unique
I love the island feel of the property it's less than a 2 minute walk to the beach. Being so close to the beach and smelling the salty air creates that tranquil escape that so many vacationers and locals crave.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests