Paradise is Not an Illusion 🏝️

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A coastal property with a white building, rocky shoreline, clear turquoise waters, and lush greenery.
A wooden cabin with a kitchen area featuring a dining table and chairs, a refrigerator, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A coastal staircase leading to a wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by greenery and overlooking a rocky shoreline.
A coastal view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking the ocean.
A cozy wooden room with a bed, two bedside tables, and curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Gregory Town, North Eleuthera
  • Place, Hatchet Bay Cave
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Gaulding Cay Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Glass Window Bridge
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the area

Gregory Town

Located in Gregory Town, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Glen Stewart Mansion and Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Surfers Beach and Hatchet Bay Cave. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Gregory Town, North Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Hatchet Bay Cave - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Queens Bath - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Gaulding Cay Beach - 14 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Glass Window Bridge - 14 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Whale Point - 21 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Twin Brothers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Unca Jenes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Glass Window Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bay inn Hatchet bay - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dollar Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise is Not an Illusion 🏝️ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Paradise is Not an Illusion 🏝️?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paradise is Not an Illusion 🏝️ on 19 November 2026 start from NZ$2,478, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Paradise is Not an Illusion 🏝️?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise is Not an Illusion 🏝️?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise is Not an Illusion 🏝️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise is Not an Illusion 🏝️ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Surfers Beach and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Hatchet Bay Cave. Gaulding Cay Beach and Queens Bath are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So gorgeous! Had everything we needed and the view was incomparable!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing, beautiful, spectacular, private and wild. There aren’t enough words to describe the scenery, location or the feelings you feel while here. Wonderful place to visit! Will be back! House is very well equipped to do anything that you want as long as you don’t need WiFi or TV (which I loved being without) we don’t realize how caught up in the rat race that we get until you get the opportunity to visit somewhere like this!! Snorkeling out front is some of the best on the island. Sea turtles daily and all kinds of sea life.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vacation

What a perfect home & setting for a vacation :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great location

Beautiful views. Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love it!

We enjoyed this vacation a lot. Beautiful location, wonderful people and great food.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

We enjoyed our stay near Gregory Town! Views were amazing. First time on Eleuthera and we will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

We really enjoyed our stay in this rustic no frills cabin. The views and wildlife are exceptional! Sea turtles abound! The owner was attentive and the check in and out process were seamless. We spent the bulk of our stay at the house enjoying the ocean and turtles, no need to venture out much. Bring a good book, some reef safe sunscreen (please) and relax!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic sunsets

House is extremely private and the view is breathtaking. A beautiful place to relax and seek adventure from.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private Aquarium

Location, location, location. We only left the property a few times. Snorkeling in the lagoon was awesome most days... watched turtles and fish off the deck. We thoroughly enjoyed our time.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private and relaxing!

The most relaxing vacation ever. We enjoyed the very private and safe space. The lagoon was fun to snorkel in and watch fish and turtles swim. The sunsets were incredible from the deck and we enjoyed cooking local fish and conch on the outdoor grill. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, location, location!

We celebrated our 30th here and it took our breath away daily! Fantastic snorkeling experiences right out the door and great adventures around Eleuthera! Many memories were made and will not be forgotten!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet private vacation for 2

Very quiet and very private cabin-like home perfect for 2. Lovely deck overlooking the beautiful turquoise water. We didn’t swim as the wave were very rough during our stay-but with beaches all over the place, that was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful location

We loved the house and location. Only kvetch might be that it is time to replace towels? Otherwise just what we were looking for...
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get Away Spot

No Wi-Fi...No Problem. Just book and unplug. This house is close to food and groceries are close by. Plenty of beaches close by. Your back yard is an exploration treasure trove. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We have stayed at many places on the island this spot has it's own wonderful unique character.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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2nd Time - Just as Amazing

We enjoyed our stay in March so much, we couldn’t wait to come back. This time, while snorkeling in the lagoon, we spotted one of the sea turtles and a lion fish. This charming and comfy cottage is perfect for a couples getaway. Phillip, the caretaker is also wonderful.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view at this place is amazing! We spent most of our time on the deck enjoying the view and the sunsets every night. The kitchen was nicely outfitted; I really appreciated having an electric teakettle and a nice set of glass storage containers, which were so convenient. I second what others have said about bringing your own paper towels, extra toilet paper, etc. but would add dish detergent and facial tissue to the list. The host was great about answering questions - prompt and very helpful. FYI, the house had a very strong musty smell.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

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

Wonderful place to stay

Beautiful place to stay. The swimming and snorkeling in the lagoon is amazing. Quiet and peaceful property. Rustic but charming. Inside not great for lounging on a rainy day but we spent most the time outside anyway! We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wife Birthday

Exceptional
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Breathtaking View

Bahama Sunset exceeded our expectations. From the deck, we watched everyday as the sea turtles swam by. At night, we watched the stars and the occasional satellite zip across the sky. It was truly a magical location and vacation. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Was it a dream?

After returning home, the stay in Gregory Town seems like a dream. A dream filled with smiles, adventures, relaxation and the sounds of the Sea lapping against the rock below the house. Such a wonderful hiatus from the real world.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Place to Unwind

My wife and I had four relaxing days here. It's a great place to turn off your cell phone, enjoy the ocean and unwind. The house had proper kitchen tools and we were able to find convenience/grocery stores nearby to buy ingredients for basic meals. We found a couple of great restaurants for dinner that provide some variety and local flavors. Having a car was a must as we were able to explore the island and go to the beach for a great day out. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular location

House is spartan, but has all that you need and is comfortable. The site is just perfect. Great snorkeling right out your door and down the steps, as well as to north and south of cottage. Plus you can spend hours gazing at the sea and watching for sea turtles from the porch. And spectacular beaches a drive away to north and south. Host & caretaker were very easy to work with. Eleuthera is a place to slow down and go with the flow. Nearby grocery/convenience stores may not have exactly what you are looking for, but have pretty much all that you need.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect view at a perfect location

Obviously the view is absolutely amazing and yes it’s better in person! Love the simplicity of the house - found the inside to be nicer than i anticipated from the pictures. It’s cozy but charming! We did spend most of the time at the house on the back porch though! We were delayed a day arriving which created some stress but Phillip met us at the property when we made it in with the car that we were also renting for the week. Made it entirely stress free and we needed that after being delayed 24 hours in a canceled flight / standby mess coming in. Would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Unreal!

This was the most amazing place!! It was everything and more. The property and lagoon below are unreal with the marine life you see snorkeling and the setting in general is simply perfect. This is my third time here and first time at this house. I cannot wait to come back and stay here again!! Most vacations for me I feel the house is just somewhere to go back to at the end of the day but this place is completely different! We loved our time spent at the house lagoon, jumping from the rocks and snorkeling seeing turtles and so much other life! We made sure hanging in the lagoon was a big part of our time spent and then secondly traveled to local beaches within minutes after we spent time at the house. Surreal!The location and house is unmatched. What an unforgettable experience! Thank you! Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
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