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Brand New! Private Beachfront Cottage on World-Famous French Leave Beach

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On the beach
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Exterior
Bica Bungalow, a private beachfront retreat on world-famous French Leave Beach. Unwind in the spacious great room with ocean views or step outside onto the large oceanfront porch, perfect for lounging and dining. Stay connected with WIFI, enjoy paddle boards and beach chairs or take a short walk to nearby Governors Harbour for groceries and restaurants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 259 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Brand New! Private Beachfront Cottage on World-Famous French Leave Beach

Just completed in 2023, Bica Bungalow is a stunning private cottage directly on world-famous French Leave Beach, the most sought-after location on Eleuthera.

Inside, Bica has a master suite furnished with a king bed that faces the sea through a large picture window and a pair of sliding glass doors.
The spacious great room also has ocean views throughout. The kitchen, finished in quartz and stainless steel, is fully equipped with a gas range and oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and all necessary cookware, dishes, and flatware.

The great room opens onto a large oceanfront porch furnished for lounging and dining. Walk across the yard and down a short path and you are on French Leave Beach, a mile-long crescent of pink sand with famously protected water.

Amenities include filtered water system, air conditioning, WIFI, washer & dryer, paddle boards, beach chairs and beach umbrella, and a whole-house back-up generator.

Bica Bungalow is just one mile from Governors Harbour, the main town on the island. Governors Harbour has grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, two banks with ATMs, a bakery, gift shops, a dive shop, and a medical clinic. It has a nice little collection of 19th century homes and churches overlooking a picturesque harbor. You can buy fresh fish and lobster every afternoon from fisherman at the town dock. Friday night Fish Fry in Governors Harbour is a street/beach party that brings together all the tourists and locals with food, drink, and dancing in the street. You won't want to miss it.

Nearby restaurant include Bacchus Fine Foods (gourmet restaurant and food store, which is walking distance), The Buccaneer (Bahamian cuisine with Caribbean-Chinese fusion), Tippy's (international and fusion), La Bougainvillea (international cuisine), 1648 Restaurant (Bahamian cuisine inspired by European influences), and Pascal's at Sky Beach Club (International cuisine with Bahamian influences), Da Perk (coffee shop and sandwiches),. There is live entertainment somewhere nearby almost every night.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Porch
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 640 square feet

Policies

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

890596

About the area

Map
Governors Harbour, Governor's Harbour

What's nearby

  • Haynes Public Library - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • OceanView Farm - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Hut Point Beach - 11 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Brand New! Private Beachfront Cottage on World-Famous French Leave Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Brand New! Private Beachfront Cottage on World-Famous French Leave Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brand New! Private Beachfront Cottage on World-Famous French Leave Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Brand New! Private Beachfront Cottage on World-Famous French Leave Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Governor's Harbour holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Central Eleuthera Beach. Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Haynes Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful bungalow at a beautiful location.

We are so happy that we booked Bica Bungalow. It is perfectly located and right on such a beautiful beach. We truly enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend staying at Bica Bungalow. Without hesitation we would return a second time.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

40th Anniversary!!!

We have been going to Eleuthera for the past ten years, and Bica Bungalow is our new favorite place to stay for the two of us. Perfect cottage, we’ll stocked, very clean and managed a lovely host that was very accommodating and responsive. The beach was beautiful as well as the grounds and garden. Thank you for a wonderful anniversary.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tamsen T.

Cozy cottage on beautiful Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well appointed cottage on one of the best beaches on Eleuthera. Perfect for a couple. Great kitchen and bathroom.
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10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Loved Bica -- perfect for 2!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Charming - adorable, totally livable cottage located in the best spot on the best beach. We had everything we needed - comfortable porch, great mattress, functional kitchen with all-new gear, fast wifi, and best of all -- a really beautiful beach just a few steps down the private path. Note -- Bica does have a whole-house generator and that's important on this island. You do not have to fuss; it clicks on automatically if the power flickers or goes off. Likewise, the water is filtered at the kitchen tap so you don't need to buy water or worry about what you are drinking. The owners are lovely and eager to provide any info or help to find what you might like on the island. We will return.
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Perfect spot!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Bica Bungalow was the perfect spot for a get away for two! Best location ever right on our favorite Beach- close to great restaurants and town. Brand new cottage steps from French Leave, VERY comfortable bed, great A/C and amenities! Michelle and her family are awesome! Would definitely return again!
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10/10 Excellent

Richard p.

Cozy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Stayed a week in the little white house off Banks Road. Perfect for a couple looking for a cute romantic get away.
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10/10 Excellent

Cicely B.

A little bit of heaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Bica Bungalow is your access to your own little piece of heaven.The bungalow is fresh, clean, and updated and the perfect place to stay if you want to experience the peace and tranquility of Eleuthera with all the modern conveniences.Our week long stay there was seemless. We had everything we needed and more.We will most certainly be back and we are grateful we found this beautiful and very special place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Cozy bungalow on the beach.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you are looking for a perfect getaway for two people this is the place. Perfect location on the beach, brand new bungalow with great amenities, close to restaurants and stores. The bed was very comfy, that’s always a plus, kitchen well stocked, our host was very accommodating. Eleuthera is an hidden gem and beautiful island.
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10/10 Excellent

Terese K.

Bica

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful, clean, on the beach, easy access to all the fun.
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10/10 Excellent

David W.

Cozy and perfect for a couple

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed this new offering on French leave beach. This is a brand new bungalow perfect for two people. The kitchen is well equipped and the house has everything you need. We really enjoyed the back deck and being so close to the beach. Property owner is extremely responsive and very helpful. Definitely recommend and hope to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Perfect Romantic Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I absolutely loved the cottage! It was comfortable, clean, and well appointed. We enjoyed the central location of Governor's Harbour and loved being on beautiful French Leave Beach. The manager was very responsive and helpful. The property description was accurate. We hope to return and highly recommend this property.