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Beachfront Getaway on Winding Bay - Pink Sand, Turquoise water

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A spacious living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.
A pathway leading to a white building with a grey roof, surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.
A white sectional sofa with patterned cushions, a wooden coffee table with a seashell, and a view of a patio with a dining area and a ceiling fan.
A view through a window of a tropical landscape with palm trees, a sandy path, and a body of water in the distance.
A bedroom with two beds, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Winding Bay
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Winding Bay, South Eleuthera
  • Place, Winding Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ten Bay Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Central Eleuthera Beach
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Governor's Harbour (GHB)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beachfront Getaway on Winding Bay - Pink Sand, Turquoise water

Just steps aways from one of top-rated beaches on Eleuthera, 'Thereabouts' on Winding Bay, is a lovely, family-friendly vacation rental waiting to welcome you home. With magnificent views in every room, the open, light-filled living area is decorated in an updated Bahamian style with loads of comfort. It features cathedral ceilings, and has sliding doors on either side to allow for cool island breezes. This is a beach house built for people who love the beach, with two large patios, outdoor showers, and plenty of privacy. Wake up to a gorgeous sunrise then spend the day snorkeling, kayaking with sea turtles, exploring the two+mile beach and surrounding Cays or just relaxing in a hammock in our beachside Chickee Hut. You'll be surprised how fast the time goes once you slow down. At night, discover the wonder of watching a panoramic night sky instead of TV. There are no screens (TV's) here ( but, yes, to wifi). What you will find are are plenty of games and puzzles and books. This is your chance to unplug and discover what relaxation really feels like.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are only
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no fires on the beach due to safety concerns.

Important information

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Property # 489701vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tarpum Bay

Located in Tarpum Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Cotton Bay Club Golf Course and Powel Point Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Winding Bay and Ocean Hole. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, snorkelling and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Winding Bay, South Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Winding Bay - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ten Bay Beach - 34 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Central Eleuthera Beach - 42 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Cotton Bay Club Golf Course - 48 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Twin Coves Beach - 54 min drive - 52.0 km

Getting around

  • Rock Sound (RSD-Rock Sound Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside Breeze Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sammy's Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Wild Orchid Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Secret Bar And Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Pascals - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Getaway on Winding Bay - Pink Sand, Turquoise water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront Getaway on Winding Bay - Pink Sand, Turquoise water?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Getaway on Winding Bay - Pink Sand, Turquoise water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Getaway on Winding Bay - Pink Sand, Turquoise water?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beachfront Getaway on Winding Bay - Pink Sand, Turquoise water located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tarpum Bay holiday home is steps from Winding Bay and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Ocean Hole. Windermere Island Beach and Ten Bay Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time at Thereabouts and we will be back. Great house in a great, quiet location.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thank you Brian! You are great guests and we are always happy to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again, we had an incredible vacation at Thereabouts! The house is clean and functional all the time. The location of the house on the beach is perfect. Thank you again Elaine for sharing such a wonderful home.
Stayed 36 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heavenly

We loved the location and the house had everything we could need. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A slice of heaven

Beautiful, calm, quiet spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

Better than the picture shows! As mentioned by others, it is secluded, for us that was just great and we enjoyed a fantastic week with practically a private amazing beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thank you Jonas. You are welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prefect.

If you want to experience the Caribbean at an enjoyable pace with scenery that is unbelievable, then I suggest you book your stay at “Thereabouts”.
Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Thank you Cory.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing!

We had another wonderful stay at Thereabouts. Great location, beach and house. The changes in weather, views and colors of the water are absolutely amazing. Our daughter and husband joined us this time, for our second stay in this beautiful spot. They were amazed at the natural beauty and will also be returning. Can’t wait ‘til our next stay!
Stayed 18 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great trip

The house and property were as advertised. It was very peaceful and quiet yet you can get to Rock Sound or Tarpum Bay quickly for a dinner out or for groceries. The beach was amazing and the fishing was good out by the points. I highly recommend this property and my family and I will be back. 5 full stars
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week at 'Thereabouts' on winding Bay

One cannot find a more comfortable and relaxing house in the Bahamas than this one. We have been to multiple outer islands but find Eleuthera and Winding Bay to be our favorite spot. The house has everything you need and the beach is just footsteps away. The owner was extremely helpful and was quick to answer any questions we had. We highly recommend this wonderful home and look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Thank you very much, Richard and I'm so glad you loved Winding Bay. You were wonderful guests and we'd love to welcome you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had the best time staying in Winding bay!! First time to the island and this location and home was such a big part of a fantastic experience!! It is a little heaven on earth!! The house was beautiful and very well equipped with everything we needed! Kitchen well equipped to cook and we grilled most days we didn’t eat out!! Loved the beach the paddle boards and tiki hut perfect hangout spot out of the sun!! Highly recommend this home and Elaine was a gracious host answering all our questions before we got there and provided detailed island information which helped maximize our first time island experience!! We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thank you Greg! You and your family are welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can’t wait to come back!

We had the best time in Eleuthera and loved staying at Thereabouts. It was a perfect house for our family of five( 3 kids from 9-3). The house had everything we needed to make meals when we weren’t dining out. We loved the secluded location. I think we had one day where we saw other people out on our beach. It was truly a wonderful place to stay and we are already planning our trip back for two weeks the next time we come.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2022
Thank you for this nice review, Shelley. I'm so glad you and your family enjoyed your time at Thereabouts. Please come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A home away from home

The house was perfect for our family. The bed rooms are at opposite sides of the house and have their own bathrooms. Lots of privacy There is a pull-out bed too in the living room. We used the couches a couple of nights. There were lots of sheets and pillows. The beach is perfect. We spent a lot of time enjoying it and relaxing. The home owner was responsive and very nice to work with. I'd stay again in a heartbeat! Thank you for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you Megan, I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. You’re welcome back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place!

Villa is clean and bright. With the right wind off the Atlantic, you can keep the doors opened, if not, the a/c unit was more than enough. Kitchen was well stocked and the bbq was an added bonus. The villa itself probably has the best beach location on the bay…crystal clear water. Tremendous amount of sea life all around the bay. Thank you Elaine.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2023
Thank you Cory. I'm so glad you enjoyed your time on Winding Bay and decided to come back next year!We look forward to having you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view, beautiful Clean house!

The house was very clean, every question we had was answered within minutes, the caretaker of the house was phenomenal! The property manger was beyond sweet and so nice to deal with.. the house had such beautiful views, neighbors were not that close, it was like being on winding bay all by yourself, peaceful and beautiful, we’ve never seen the stars that beautiful before! Perfect house, amazing people to deal with!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2022
Thank you for this nice review, Natisha. I'm glad you enjoyed your time at Thereabouts. You're welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House, Beach and Island

"There Abouts" provided us with comfort, ocean views and seclusion. The house could not be more perfect to spend ten days in. Coolness of the air conditioning, to the house patio for viewing the open grounds, to the beach structure for private sunning and shade at will. Winding Bay is very protected for swimming and fun.The beach at "There Abouts"also led us to renew our vows of marriage. Thank you, Elaine and LaToya.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2024
Thank you for this nice review, Richard and Susan. We were so happy to be part of your love story and would welcome you back to Thereabouts any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing!

We loved Thereabouts and it is a great place to stay if you want 100 steps to the beach, quiet, and amazing stars at night. While snorkeling right off the beach, we found starfish, turtles, conch, and various fish. The house has everything you need for a relaxing stay. The location is terrific for day trips to places like LightHouse Beach and Governor’s Harbour. The property manager and owner were very accommodating and we highly recommend staying here due to the owner and his kindness. If you want to truly relax, and feel like you are the only people on the island, this is the place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you for the nice review. I am sorry for the inconvenience of the broken pipe.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A little bit of paradise

Our stay at Thereabouts was just as we had hoped for. The view from the home and the bedroom was amazing. The grounds were well kept and everything you could need was in the home.We pretty much had the beach to ourselves the whole time. We took the kayaks to Halfsound and had a beautiful day paddling around seeing turtles, fish and did some shelling along a secluded beach.We would like to thank the owner for allowing us to stay at her home as it is truly a little bit of paradise. I ahould also mention that Latoya was of great assistance and a wonderful lady.D&D
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Accommodations

The property was exactly what we were hoping for. The layout of this house provided everyone adequate space and spaces to enjoy each other. The outdoor shower and bathroom accesses are great for keeping the sand outside. There were plenty of towels for our family of five, and the convenience of a washer and dryer. The beach cabana provided the perfect place out of the sun to watch the kids play in the water, and stow our things in the shade while paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkeling, etc. Just a short walk (about 10 minutes SE) along the beach around the bend provided a coral rich spot perfect for spotting tropical fish, and sometimes sea turtles. We will definitely be booking the Thereabouts at Winding Bay in the future!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2023
Thank you John. You and your family are welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as beautiful as the pictures, and what a lovely and gracious host. Very responsive to our first-time visitor questions, and you could tell how much the owner loves their home and the island, just as we did!! Everyone is so friendly and accommodating, and it started with the amazing host, Elaine.Clean, spacious, and very well-equipped. Even with a little glitch in the A/c, Toya, the manager, was on top of it. She was a hoot, had lots of great suggestions and told us if we needed anything, just "stop by". TSA lost most of our dive equipment and Elaine, the owner, sent someone over to make sure we could use theirs. We were truly taken aback by the fantastic hospitality. It made a huge difference in our overall experience.Thank you, Elaine and Toya, for a memorable family vacation. You are a gem, and so is your home!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 December 2025
I apologize for being late in responding to your nice review! I’m happy you enjoyed your trip and thanks for being great guests. We’d be happy to have you back at Thereabouts any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our Favorite Vacation

We came to Thereabouts 8 years ago with no kids and this place held a place in our memories that we weren’t sure it could live up to with kids. Somehow, it was more. This time we came with 8 and 10 boys and the chance to disconnect from the world and reconnect with eachother. I cannot explain in words what this place means to my husband and me and now to my 2 boys - they explored the waters with joy and confidence. We spent every night making dinner, playing board games and listening to music. No TV or electronics for a week and time to just relax and be present? Yes, this is the place.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
I am so very happy that you had a wonderful time. Please come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Stayed in August 2019. The property and location were exactly what we were looking for. We were looking for unspoiled beautiful beach, nearby snorkeling and fishing and long beach walks. This location was absolutely perfect. Winding Bay and nearby Half Sound are home to sea turtles, fish, rays, and lots of other sea life. Snorkeling off Joseph's Cay was great. We had the beach to ourselves most of the week and, although there are several houses on this stretch of beach, we only saw other people one afternoon for an hour. Proximity to nearby Tarpum Bay, Savannah Sound and Rock Sound for groceries and restaurants was convenient. The layout of the home was great with the bedrooms on opposite sides for privacy and the tiki hut on the beach was great for shade from the sun. We hope to come back soon.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
Thank you for choosing our Winding Bay home for your August vacation. We are always happy when guests enjoy the house and the bay as much as we have. Thank you again for staying at Winding Bay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful quiet location

I traveled with my husband and 7 year old son, and could not have asked for a better house, or beach. We enjoyed swimming, my son learned to snorkel in the calm waters of the bay. The beach is sandy (not rocky) and perfect for young kids. If you want to see fish, head to the "cut" 2 houses over, where there's mangrove, and plenty of fish to see. We also spotted a few baby sharks, 2' long, nothing to be afraid of, and a baby turtle in the mangroves. Also found a large starfish in the beach. We mostly had the beach to ourselves. The owner was very helpful with any questions I had, about the house and the island in general. The house is well cared for and shows great pride of ownership. The kitchen is well equipped with cookware, and misc supplies.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2021
Serena, I'm so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay and that your son learned to snorkel! You are welcome back any time. Happy Summer - Elaine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

The house is as advertised and everything worked. It was the most "stocked" of any VRBO house I've stayed at with items left from former guests to assist us. The only negative is that due to being on the bay there is less wind and thus more bugs. Not in the house but on, and near, the beach. My wife is highly susceptible to bits and itches like crazy. Obviously this is not the fault of the property manager and there is nothing to do about it. Just a heads up. The bay is calm and beautiful and very safe for kids which is the main reason we choose it. The nearby mangrove grove is worth exploring. All in all we will happily be returning.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2023
You are welcome back any time, Michael and I'm glad you made it over to the mangroves!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

We had a wonderful stay! The home was more than what we needed and well furnished! The view from the master bedroom was amazing. One of the best parts of the trip was using the outdoor shower, which is right outside the bathroom. The property is private, right on the beach. We used the paddle boards to check out the bay, which was really neat! We lost power one evening but used candles, headlamps, grill & gas stove - all was fine! We spent most of our beach time on the Winding Bay beach at the north end, as it had a nice bonefish flat for fishing. (about a 5-10 min drive). We were there before the busy season ramped up, so there weren't a lot of restaurants open, but we had nice meals at Frigate's (in GH), Wild Orchid, One Eleuthera Farm to Table & Davis Marina. The grocery in Rock Sound was great! The place is about an hour from Governor's Harbour airport. Did our car rental through Eleuthera car rental - they were super nice & accommodating. Overall a great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2024
Thank you for this review, Ryan. I’m glad you enjoyed your visit and we’d welcome you back any time! Elaine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We thoroughly enjoyed our weeklong stay at Thereabouts! For us this was the perfect vacation on gorgeous Winding Bay. The people of Eleuthera are warm and welcoming! I have to start with the communication leading up to our trip with the owner, Elaine. She is the best at answering any questions and concerns almost immediately. Also, is a wealth of information as the lovely home has been in her family since they built it in the 60s. Her local manager, LaToya, is quick to respond with any issues. I would suggest getting WhatsApp as many of the local businesses use this. The home itself, is incredibly well cared for. Clean and very well stocked with anything you need. The screen doors all work perfectly. And WiFi works well. We have been traveling to the Bahamas for over 30 years and this is the best home we have found. The chickee hut on the beach is great for getting out of the sun with still getting to be on beach and view the lovely bay. We enjoyed the included use of the double kayak and the paddle boards. The stars at night are amazing! This is a quiet spot on a quiet beautiful island. The perfect place to relax! Thank you Elaine for sharing your home with us. Next time we will stay much longer!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2023
Thank you Susan. I’m so glad you enjoyed your visit. You were a great guest and we look forward to welcoming you back sometime soon.

About the host

Hosted by Elaine Eaves McCormick

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Hi, my name is Elaine Eaves McCormick. My parents built this house and our family has enjoyed it for many years. The house was completely renovated in 2012, all new windows and doors, central air, Kitchen and baths modernized. The house continues to be well maintained as our family tries to spend as much time as we can there. It really is a very special place. I know that you'll agree once you've visited.

Why they chose this property

Thereabouts is situated on the most desirable section of Winding Bay—one of Eleuthera’s best beaches. The pink sand beach at Thereabouts slopes gently into gin-clear warm water. Thereabouts is one of only a dozen homes on Winding Bay and most of the year, it feels like a private paradise.

What makes this property unique

Thereabouts is a short walk to one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen. In addition to sunbathing and beach--combing, nearby reefs offer amazing snorkeling and Bay fishing year-round. Bone fish are regularly seen and caught in Winding Bay, Bonefish Creek (behind the house) and Half Sound Bay (at the far end of the cut).

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