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Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate

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A beach with two wooden chairs and a table, a clear blue sky, and a sandy shore.
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shoreline, and a dense tropical forest on one side.
Exterior of Poponi Cottage
A spacious room with a high ceiling, wicker furniture, a bed, and a view of greenery outside.
Looking into kitchen area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Central Eleuthera Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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North Palmetto Point, Eleuthera
  • Place, Central Eleuthera Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queens Bath
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Twin Coves Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Governor's Harbour (GHB)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate

Poponi Cottage was just named one of the 7 best stays in the Caribbean by Wanderlust travel magazine! (April 23, 2019)

Poponi Cottage is a private studio apartment 100 paces from a mile-long, deserted pink-sand beach. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, Poponi is located on the second floor with a garage beneath. Water views are available from the balcony. Poponi Cottage shares a 4 acre beachfront estate with Poponi House. The house and cottage have good privacy from each other. There is great snorkeling off our beach! Two beachfront restaurant/bars are walking distance down the beach: Unique Village, 10 minutes, and La Bougainvillea 15 minutes.

Poponi's kitchen is fully equipped with a gas range, full size refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, blender, and toaster. The sleeping area is a queen size bed and a full bath with walk-in shower. The comfortable living area has a TV, DVD, cable & WiFi. The double glass doors open to a balcony with chairs, grill and outdoor dining table. There is an outdoor shower downstairs. The cottage is fully air conditioned.

Poponi Cottage is centrally located near the settlement of North Palmetto Point which has several grocery shops, pharmacy and restaurants. The historic town of Governor's Harbour, the main town on the island, is a ten minute drive from the property. Governors Harbour has grocery stores, banks with ATM's, gift shops, liquor stores, dive shop, bakery, and half a dozen excellent restaurants. One or another of the restaurants/bars will have live music almost every night of the week. You can also buy the fresh catch of the day to grill at home from the town dock.

We love children but unfortunately this house is not suitable for kids, so we do require all guests to be age 18 or older.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 4725309
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

About the area

North Palmetto Point

Located in North Palmetto Point, this cottage is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve and Central Eleuthera Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to James Cistern Dock. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and ecotours.
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North Palmetto Point, Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Central Eleuthera Beach - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queens Bath - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Ten Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 18 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Airport Beach - 31 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buccaneer Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪1648 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Unique Village - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Fig Tree - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate?

As of 12 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate on 19 November 2026 start from NZ$590, 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 Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Poponi Cottage on pink sand Beachfront Estate located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Palmetto Point cottage is steps from Central Eleuthera Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Queens Bath. Ten Bay Beach and Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 48 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Julie B.

3 - Good

You cannot beat the beach/location here! Nicest beach we've ever been to and only saw about a dozen people at it in whole 2 weeks stay. Great for swimming and long walks along it. The cottage is dated and several items needing repair/replacement. Deep cleaning also needed.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
We are glad you enjoyed your stay.  We are unaware of any dated items, but we will make sure the property is deep cleaned.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We can’t say enough good things about our stay! Rick and Missy were the perfect hosts with tons of information and knowledge of this amazing island! If you are looking for a place that is calm, tranquil and off the beaten path, this place is definitely for you! We have fallen in love with the island and will for sure be back! Thanks so much Rick and Missy!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN K.

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

Beautiful Location

Rick is a great guy with a beautiful property,we will be back
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis T.

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

Poponi Cottage

Beautiful property, and beach. Well maintained. Great location for easy day trips to the north or south of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim Z.

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

Pomponi Beach

Nice, clean, small but nicely central location on the island. Beautiful beach with hardly anyone seen all week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

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

Poponi Cottage

Lovely place. Perfect for two people. The beach is stunning. Owner/manager Rick was very nice and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
It was not as advertised. The outside was moldy and not kept compared to the pics. Inside was fine except for the 6roaches we killed. I’m not sure who the host was? The owner coming over several times was weird all she had to do was text/call, it was uncomfortable. We had air conditioning and hot water restrictions( we were asked to turn air off when not in cottage which made it uncomfortable. so we got used to cold showers. The power went out on the island, unavoidable, there is NO air when windows were open the cottage is engulfed by large trees and we were told not to turn air on. We asked for a fan which was a huge help. Missy said we were the last renters for the season and it showed. The gas grill was great because when we tried to use the oven the cottage smelled horrible so we turned it off. It was no where near the beach ( 235 strides not steps) and we had to walk right next the house to get to beach, if renters had been in the house it would have been extremely awkward. Advertised as a beach front estate but the cottage was not beachfront very misleading. The sliding doors were very difficult to use and the screens were just leaning against the doors which meant when air not allowed we couldn’t open the doors because of bugs etc. The beach was great!! The beach chairs and umbrella were perfect.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
The Poponi Cottage ad is accurate with professional photos (2025) of interior, exterior and an aerial photo showing the entire property with villa, cottage and beach. The cottage has a beautiful, private lawn for the short walk to the beach. You chose to walk by the villa, both options were explained to you. The cottage sits on a 4 acre garden estate with over 430 ft of beach frontage, as advertised. The kitchen stove is brand new this season and guests have enjoyed using it. You never mentioned any issues with it to us during your several week stay. The sliding doors have screens that are on a track - the screens do not lean against the doors. If a screen comes off for some reason, we have fixed it immediately for you. The cottage is equipped with a large ceiling fan and an Innovator split air conditioner (36,000 BTU) which cools the studio quickly and efficiently. We do ask guests to turn the AC off when leaving the cottage. Eleuthera is an out island with a fragile electric infrastructure and we try to be mindful of this. As owners we always welcome guests when they arrive, answering any of their questions and try to stop over prior to their departure to thank them - which is what I did. I did stop by for a minute to let you know we were leaving a basket of clean linens and towels for you and where. I spoke with you on the landing and never went into the cottage. I answered all of the several dozen text messages and emails that you both sent to me over your stay. Poponi has its own water system due to the many water outages with island/city water and for our guests' comfort. There are no “hot water restrictions” mentioned anywhere and this statement makes no sense. The island did experience an extended power outage during your stay - we ran our generator the entire time for your comfort - all amenities were available - lights, refrigerator, ceiling fan, water (hot & cold), wifi, cable, TV etc. The AC will overload the generator and we explain this in Welcome information at the cottage. We brought over a floor fan for your comfort, you did not request this. We work hard to make sure our guests' experience is a positive one, and we are sorry the cottage was not a good fit for you both. We were happy that you enjoyed the beautiful Poponi beach and its amenities. Missy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KELLIE M.

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

This is one of those places that has that thing!

Poponi Cottage has that sweet indescribable vibe - authentic and relaxing. Well equipped, everything you need to cook and relax. Beautiful beach location. Lovely, lush well kept property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

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

An exceptional place

We had an amazing time at the cottage. I can’t speak highly enough about how incredible the location is, the uniqueness of the cottage, and the opportunities for both relaxation and exploration. Missy and Rick have done an outstanding job of the cottage and we loved being there.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha Sorrell F.

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

Beautiful cottage

Poponi cottage is a short walk down the lawn to the beach, which is perfect for walking and wading. During our stay, the ocean was rough on this side, so swimming and snorkeling were better on the Caribbean side if the island. Overall, a lovely property ina great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

michael & jane moran

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: wonderful !!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

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

Treehouse in Paradise

We loved our stay at Poponi Cottage, the grounds and beach are beautiful! The cottage has everything we needed. Rick was great, very helpful and quick to respond to any needs. Thank you for sharing your cottage.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Island Time

We truly enjoyed our stay. The apartment was exactly what we expected and provided the comforts of home. It was centrally located on the island. The short walk to the Atlantic was rewarding and the short drive to the Caribbean side of the Island produced equally magnificent views. We would highly recommend this for a couples time together.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Steps from world-class beach

Enjoyed our stay at Poponi Cottage. The pictures and info on VRBO are very accurate. The beach is incredible and rarely do you see anyone else. Amazing. This studio apt is ideal for a couple. The outdoor deck is wonderful; we had morning coffee there each day. The owners live next door. Don't worry, they do not interfere at all, but were there to help and provide suggestions for the island. Highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Off the beaten track

Great get away from it all location. Set back about 100m from superb beach. Further rental house in front. Very helpful and attentive hosts. The cottage consists of one room and bathroom above garage. Although very basic there is a thoughtful comprehensive inventory. Drying line outside but partly shaded and if humid drying beach towels etc. difficult. Would suggest change of these every 3 days or so. Overall we enjoyed our stay and good central base to explore the rest of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Rich J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Moldy Oldie

The place has seen better days and was not cleaned well. Strong smell of mold upon entering the rental. Rather than address our concerns the owner literally argued with me and got super snarky. Never had a rental experience like this. We left the rental and did not return.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2025
Homeowner’s response: Our cottage does not smell of mold and never has. Please see our many five star reviews. This guest had other things going on.
Verified

8/10 Good

Janis G.

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

We enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed our stay at Poponi Cottage. It was a short, pretty walk to the beach, and we mostly had the beach to ourselves. It was nice to have morning coffee at the sitting area in front of the beach, and watch the surf. We appreciated the outdoor shower for rinsing after swimming. The hosts, Rick and Missy, were very nice. The linens were not allergy free, as they were cleaned with detergent and/or fabric softeners with fragrance and likely other ingredients that irritate sensitive individuals, and that gave us some issue. VRBO needs to have standardized laundry policies, similar to hotels, for the products they use. (We don’t have issues with hotel linens.)
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bruce h.

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

Paradise found

We searched online for an island paradise and found it on Eleuthera. Poponi Cottage is exactly as described in the posting! The accommodation is perfect for a couple. The gentle breeze in the evening means you don't need to use air conditioning. The beach is in front of the main house and a 2-minute stroll from the cottage through lush vegetation. The landscaping is well-manicured and invites leisurely evenings on the deck. The private beach is beautiful and sandy, perfect for swimming or lounging. We stayed for 10 days on this trip and hope to make it longer next year. Our host Rick was very responsive to the few requests we had because everything was set up to allow us to have a turnkey experience with just the right amount of privacy.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

k g.

Poponi Cottage Stay in February

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a truly amazing stay at Poponi Cottage. The beach was gorgeous, the swimming excellent, and the accommodation spotlessly clean and very comfortable, including a very functional kitchen, a bbq, and super comfortable bed. If you enjoy a hands off approach by the owners, this is a good place for you. Note, while the beach is very close, you can not see the beach from the property (although you can hear the water), and there is a bigger property right in front. That said, there is an awesome shady hammock right by the beach. The only things I would recommend are: replacing the cracked lounge chairs on the terrace, fixing the AC, and providing a cellphone (it seems easy to get a SIM card, but really nice if you don't have to worry about that). Fortunately it wasn't that hot, we managed to get in and out of the chairs without falling through them, and we didn't need to make any calls! We have no hesitation in recommending the property.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay at Poponi cottage. The lounge chairs have been replaced. If it had been requested, we could have replaced them during your stay. The AC works fine. We have never had any complaints about it and it's working fine today. As a courtesy for our guests we provide wireless, high speed internet. It is up to the guests to bring cell phones. Poponi cottage does have ocean views. The two story cottage sits above the house which is one story.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Griff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our trip to Poponi Cottage was amazing! The cottage had everything we needed. It was very clean and well decorated. The kitchen was well equipped with pots, pans, utensils, basically anything you would need. The short walk down to the beach was beautiful and the property that the house is on is amazing. The beach was gorgeous and very private, we only saw a handful of people our entire trip. Communication with the host was great and we didn’t have any issues. We will definitely come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David S.

A cottage in Paradise

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: A cozy cottage on an awesome pink sand beach. The mature estate grounds are beautiful and very well kept.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lolly M.

perfect little bungalow

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 cozy cottage was clean, efficient, well-appointed and perfect for one or two people. With a view of the tropical forest and the ocean beyond, the space was ideal!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Best Trip Ever!!!!!

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: Everything was amazing! We absolutely loved Poponi Cottage. It was the perfect spot for 2 people. Missy was very helpful and made sure our stay was the best it could be. I have zero complaints and would rent this place again for our next visit! Snorkeling on the beach was great and the best part, very secluded!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Constance B.

Poponi Vacation Review

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: I'll start by saying, I would absolutely return to this location for vacation. It was exactly as described and from what I could tell one of the nicer locations to stay. The cottage was just enough for my fiance and I. It was so cozy and included all the amenities. The best part was the beachfront. The beach looks like the picture...perfect. We only saw a couple of people here and there on the beach making it feel like our own private beach. Missy was very kind and was available if needed. Two thumbs up!Tip: definitely rent an SUV, the secondary roads are more like trails. The island is very expensive so be prepared. Directions around the island are not great, especially the first couple of days. Lastly, the food truck next to Burrows store has amazing sandwiches and salads for decent prices.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Excellent diversion from Washington DC

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fine six days with much rest mixed with some swimming, snorkeling, decent dining and comfortable lodging.

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