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Reviews of Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location.

Sea Shanty - Ocean view, Private pool, Walk to Beach, Prime Central Location.
governors harbour, eleuthera

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 91 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Davina, Boca Raton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice, quiet and peaceful. I truly enjoy the tranquility of the property. My only concern is the area gets dark if you’re alone but the island I extremely safe. I would book again with a few friends.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea Shanty is a gem!
Jerome’s place is a gem! This was our second stay here, and we were so happy to be back. The location is great. Sea Shanty is close to amenities yet has a very private feel. The beach access is less than a 5 minute walk down a palm tree lined path that is just across the street. Tippy’s is a short (10-15min) walk down the beach. This year we made a visit to the Leon Levy Preserve – which is a short drive from the house, and well worth a stop. The house itself is very comfortable and tidy. While we rarely felt the need for the a/c, it was nice to have on the few occasions when we wanted to take the humidity out. The upper deck is a great spot for coffee/tea in the morning. The backyard is like a mini sanctuary. The plunge pool was amazing. Just perfect for a quick dip after a day out exploring the island. Jerome was available for questions, but never intrusive. He is also terrific at making suggestions for restaurants, as well as beaches/activities to do. We had another fantastic stay and hope to be back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bronte S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a lovely time at the Sea Shanty. Cozy quarters but a comfortable place to sleep and hang out while not out exploring the island
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Perfect location Jethro fabulous host
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super stay at Sea Shanty
We loved our time at Sea Shanty! Our 11 year old had fun in the pool and zip line, and we felt like we had the gorgeous beach out front to ourselves. Would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for adventure!
I searched for months for the perfect rental on this island. I landed on sea shanty because of its proximity to the beach, and central location on the island. Perfect location to explore each end of the island with ease. The sea shanty is not insulated, but has plenty of AC split units/wall units to keep it cool. We cooked the majority of our stay and had everything we needed provided! Beach chairs, cooler bags, umbrella, and snorkel gear was also at the house. A few games were provided as well. The owner was amazing. Above and beyond! Would definitely stay here again, or use his larger property that’s right beside this one if we brought more family along! You can’t go wrong with this listing!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Everything is as stated. Small well thought out cottage near the beach. The owner was super nice and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and convenient
Private spot, comfortable house and beautiful beach. The location on the island is perfect.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Place to Stay!
Sea Santy is a cool little house! The pool is very nice. The beach across the road is beautiful!!! Great location. Love everything about it! Great host as well! Probably will be back in the future! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We had a wonderful stay at Sea Shanty. The location was perfect, the house was charming, and we really enjoyed the privacy. The pool area was very private and quiet and the deck area around the pool was great for hanging out. Upstairs off the master bedroom was a wonderful large deck with an ocean view, which we did quite a bit of hanging out up there, too. Jethro was a wonderful host, met all our needs, and very responsive. I highly recommend staying at Sea shanty, I know we will be back for a repeat. J and D
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Davina C., London

Perfect Escape
Sea Shanty is a wonderful escape from reality. Situated a mere 5 min walk from some of the best beaches I’ve ever experienced. We walked miles each day and only saw a handful of people. The rental has everything you need and Jethro was very welcoming. My highlights would be: Sunrise yoga on the lower terrace Having my morning cup of tea on the upper terrace Using the jungle cut-through to go walking on the beach Afternoon pina coladas by the pool (the rental has a blender) Afternoon napping on the hammock We most definitely will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

N. L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure
Overall the property was exactly what the listing states. My wife, daughter (4), and I stayed here for 8 nights in July 2023. The Sea Shanty is an uninsulated cute Bahamian home. It is set in a thick jungle in front of one of the prettiest beaches we've had the chance to visit anywhere (we have been to 3 other Caribbean islands). There is a foot path directly from the house to the beach. This path is an adventure in itself. There is also a sandy side road 100 yards south of the home that allows you to drive to the beach. We walked the path many times and only drove once because the beach is so close. We recommend walking the sandy road to the beach. The main house AC runs great and we had it set to 76 and the whole house stayed comfortable. Each of the bedrooms has a window unit to supplement. The kitchen is small, but very useful. We cooked most of our meals at the shanty as it can be costly eating out (avg meal for the 3 of us $110 without drinks). The fridge/freezer work great and kept our food cold even during the power outages. The pool was very warm and a great way to end each day. Jethro is an awesome host! He was very quick to respond every time we had a question. One time we had a flat tire and couldn't get a hold of our car rental rep. and so we contacted Jethro and he was able to contact them through whatsapp and got us a mechanic on the way to fix our flat. tips: get an international calling plan with data, bring flashlight and battery powered fan.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri S., Bushnell, Fla

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing short of perfection
This cottage is full and character and charm. The location could not be more convenient to get you close enough to activity but remote enough for privacy and beauty. The backyard is an oasis surrounded by lush greenery. Pool and hammock were so nice and relaxing. Beach close to home is breathtaking and so unoccupied!! Jethro is the kindest host that was full of helpful and interesting information about island. This property is perfection. You will not want to leave. As another review stated, make sure you’re able to do about 15 steep steps up to master bedroom. And if unable, you might also be content sleeping in the double bed downstairs. Thank you Jethro for sharing this amazing property with us. Until next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shanty
Relaxing!... Little peice of paradise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and gorgeous beach to walk to
We had a great stay ! Kids enjoyed the pool and zipline , we all enjoyed the close beach walk acccess and close proximity to tippys and Governors Harbour. The deck was great for star gazing at night :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal
This was a very relaxing property for my quiet family vacation. The service was outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M., Saint Petersburg Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
We stayed at Sea Shanty for 6 days in April. The cottage, the beaches, the island...everything was perfect. And Jethro is an amazing host, very responsive and so knowledgeable about the island. Starting with the cottage itself, it's bigger than it looks in the pictures and finished with lots of cute and quirky details like the deep kitchen sink reclaimed from the navy base. Perfect for a couple or family with kids (2nd BR is bunk beds). The only thing to know is the bathroom is downstairs and the stairs to the master bedroom are steep. Its great to have the pool for soaks after beach swims and the hammock to chill. It's really conveniently located close to Tippy's, Bacchus, Governor's Harbor, La Bougainvillea (good pizza night on Thursdays). And the beaches! You can walk for miles from the beach in front of the house. I did 10 miles one day; saw virtually no one. You're close to Club Med and French Leave Beach. At low tide you can get to Next 2 Rocks (or On the Rocks i can never remember the rocks) and Ji-Kan Beach...some of the best on the island. Jethro gave us great advice....check the wind direction. It swung around to the west while we were there making the normally calm Caribbean side rough...we had to time our trip to Ten Bay carefully. But the Atlantic side was perfect. Check the tide tables...for both coasts...too. We did nothing other than relax, swim, read, and eat local food (amazing grouper fingers at Delish and try the cracked conch anywhere). We will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick One Night Stay
We stayed at Sea Shanty for just one night. It was a great spot. We were close to Tippy’s and a quick walk to the beach. Perfect for a couple to use as home base for exploring. Jethro stopped by to meet us and give recommendations for dinner. The property is gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Style
Casual, cool and laidback, we enjoyed Sea Shanty!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place, perfect location
Jethro’s place was such an awesome property for our stay. It’s right in the middle of the island, so we were able to take day trips both north and south to cover the whole island. The pool was perfect for relaxing, and there’s a short walk to a pristine Atlantic beach, where we hardly saw any other people the whole time we were there. Jethro was very communicative and stopped by to say hi. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks Jethro!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beutiful Escape
Jethro was great to deal with. He responded quickly and super helpful. Sea shanty is a cozy little place right off banks rd. It was very artistic and charming. We would definitely go back. Beutiful area and perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome retreat
Amazing property and location, perfect place to stay and explore the island from. Jethro is an amazing and gracious host, stopped by to check on us and had great advice and tips for getting around on the island. Looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place
We had a wonderful stay at Sea Shanty! It’s a charming rustic place and has everything you could need. Jethro was the best host - very attentive to any needs. Best rental experience we’ve had in our 8 Bahamas trip. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay!
Sea Shanty was a great little beach cottage, and exactly as described. It was very comfortable for two people, and the location was perfect! Very private without being remote. There is a gorgeous beach across the street, just a 3-minute walk down a path through the palm trees. You could bring the chairs provided, and easily spend the day hanging out, or take a short walk down the beach to Tippy’s. The upper deck was the ideal spot for coffee/tea in the morning. The pool was perfect for a quick plunge at the end of the day! Jethro was a fantastic host. He checked in to make sure we had everything we needed, and to let us know he was available should we need anything. And Bubbles was the best!! We’re looking forward to a return trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea Shanty
It’s quirky and fun. The owner is super helpful
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

sherry w., Pensacola

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay
Enjoyed a week stay in the Sea Shanty. Jethro is a great host and we enjoyed our conversations with him. He was very quick to respond if we had a question. Everything worked well, we loved our stay. We loved Bubbles too!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Favorite spot
Always love staying here highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake R.

Liked: Cleanliness
You will love there beach
Very nice house the beach in front of the house (short hike) we felt almost as good as lighthouse beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for the kind words....

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jethro was very responsive and went out of his way to accommodate our needs. The property is "as shown" on the website.

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick short notice one night stay
I needed accommodation a quick one night stay. I saw "Sea Shanty" and that it was hosted by Jethro - we had only just returned from a great 4 night stay at "Trade Winds" - "Sea Shanty" is right next door. The property is compact "island style". Suited me very nicely. Great location. Thanks again Jethro
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

LINDSAY S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love Sea Shanty!
Another lovely stay at Sea Shanty. The house is quaint, clean and just a short walk away from the beach. It has everything you need and Jethro is a gracious and responsive host. We’ll be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Cottage
Everything was as described and I enjoyed my stay. It’s a short walk to the best beach and the decks are perfect for hanging out and staring at the night sky (bring a telescope if you’re into star gazing) This is a good place to unplug (don’t expect constant reliable internet.. it comes and goes in this particular area ) 5 stars ! Host was great offered pool next door since no guest was there. I will keep Sea Shanty on the top of my list of places to stay when on the island .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Stay in Eleuthera
Sea Shanty was the perfect home base for my husband and me during our first trip to Eleuthera. It's close to Governor's Harbor and steps from the prettiest beach we've ever seen. You walk down a wooded path for about 3 minutes to get to the beach, and it's gorgeous and very private. The home is super clean and perfectly appointed. We cooked two nights and went out the other three. Try Tippy's, which you can walk to on the beach. Jethro was so helpful and accommodating. I really did not want to leave! Highly recommend this home. Also, Laura and her husband Bill were wonderfully helpful with car rental and general questions about the island. Thank you all!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jolene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazingly cozy spot w/ perfect access to all Eleuthera has to offer!
This is my second time staying at Sea Shanty! I love the privacy the landscaping affords and how it’s such an easy walk to the beach. It’s really got everything you need for two people. You can easily zip around to all parts of Governor’s Harbor. Jethro was amazingly quick to respond and so accommodating. Anticipate I’ll be back again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and Private
Sea Shanty is a convenient property close to eateries/cafes and Governor’s Harbor - 3-10 minutes car drive. The cottage is private. Owner had complimentary condiments, ice and basic swim gear in place. Nice bed and TV with Netflix etc.,.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fabulous!
The cottage was just perfect. Nice patio and roof deck with a really comfy couch. Comfy king size bed. Upstairs and downstairs has very nice a/c. Tv with Netflix. Jethro answered all of our questions and our time there was just amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah F., Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and beautiful beach house!
We loved our stay at the sea shanty! The space is very clean, and has a light, airy feel that makes it feel bigger than it is. It is beautifully decorated with a lot of really unique and creative touches. Extremely private and the beach was one of the best we visited on our 10 days on the island. My only suggestion would be a mirror in the bedroom to make getting ready easier for two people. Jethro was very responsive and easy to work with and we’d love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and close to the beach
This property is great for two people! Very private and close to the beach. View was awesome from the decks. But need a car for everything else. We loved it! And will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice!
Great place for 2 people that don’t require a lot of amenities. Very functional and charming…the bed was great!!! Nice water pressure and hot water for the shower. The 2nd floor deck was perfect for enjoying stars and the Bahama breeze! A beautiful stretch of beach right across the street. The only Thing that was a little bit annoying is ants that appeared every time anything was left out, including in the garbage, but the house is surrounded by trees and foliage so I suppose that is to be expected. There was also some water leakage into the house when it rained but nothing that stopped us from enjoying our stay. The owner was available to help us sort out a power outage, which was no fault of his. He’s very prompt in replying and very nice to work with. We would stay here again as we enjoyed the charm and perfect location of the sea shanty!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devon K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Little Place
This house is perfect for a couple. We had everything we needed to make a meal in the kitchen and the bed was super comfy. The best part is the proximity to a beautiful beach. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Corey-Ann R., Stonington, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea Shanty Retreat
Sea Shanty was perfect for my significant other and myself. We had the pleasure of staying at Sea Shanty for 4 weeks and enjoyed the entire stay. Jethro is an amazing host, who answers any and all questions and concerns with promptness and solutions. I am looking forward to coming back to Sea Shanty!
Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

mary h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location-Quiet-Host-Accommodations: Well Done
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great location, great experience overall!
Contact with Jethro was easy. The Sea Shanty was exactly as listed! It is a cute place, very comfy & cozy. It has a strong air conditioning unit if you plan on being in the house much. But it's Eleuthera, you shouldn't be inside!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teya M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect for Us!
My husband & I celebrated 25 years of marriage at Jethro's Sea Shanty, & it was perfect for us! It was comfortable, clean, & it was obvious that attention was paid to detail. Jethro was quick to respond when we had a question. Great location, too!! We went to sleep & woke up to the sound of the waves. We also had complete privacy. We loved it!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage in Eleuthera
Cozy, secluded, cute cottage! Perfect location for the two of us to explore the beauty of Eleuthera. Comfortable bed, cold A/C and all the necessities from home. Excellent restaurants and other stores nearby, but I would recommend renting a car for the best opportunity to see all the beautiful beaches. Expect some power outages across the island with any storms, but it will be back on before you know it. Island life! We are counting the days until we can come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2021
Thanks so much for the kind review, Kristen. I am so glad you enjoyed the house and the island!

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in a good location which allowed privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Our recent stay was great. Property was clean and nicely decorated. We were touring entire island and it was perfectly located in the middle. Loved the Turkish towels! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shanty in name only . . .
Perfect pit stop for a night in advance of our scheduled reservation next door -- fortunately, both listings are owned by the same individual. Jethro could not have been more hospitable, with accommodating our last minute change in flights, to recommendations for both day trips and places to eat during the off-season. The Sea Shanty was the perfect introduction to island life: rustic in all the right places, yet not lacking in any of the amenities -- especially when it comes to air conditioning. A five minute walk leads to the "golden mile" -- a stretch of the most amazing beachfront and turquoise blue water (Atlantic side) where you can swim, snorkel or sit. Had we not already committed to Jethro's home next door (Tradewinds), we would have been perfectly content to stay at the Shanty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheretha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hide out
This rental is perfect for the weekend escape you know you need!!!! The location is perfect smack in the middle of everything. Grocery stores, an restaurants near by, but yet secluded enough from everyone. Trust me, do all your Grocery shopping before you check in, you really won't want to leave!!! The upstairs patio, calls your name to lounge around all day as you enjoy the sweet sea breeze an the sounds of nature. If you are looking for a spot to get away an relax, this is it!!! The perfect hide out an relaxing place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021