REVIEWS
DESERT ROSE HOUSE

First let me say that our correspondence with Barbara was wonderful. She was quick to respond and very helpful during our booking process, and even when we had lots of questions, she was always quick to respond.

Our stay was just so wonderful and relaxing. If you are looking for a quiet and secluded vacation, this is the place for you. As you exit your car and walk up to the house, the views are just incredible. The pictures posted on the website, truly can’t capture the breathtaking beauty of both the beach and water, and the property grounds. Standing there on the deck, we were just speechless, with the beauty of the nature all around us. The home is also set into such a beautiful natural landscape. We had the best of both worlds there. Breathtaking gardens and beaches. We felt like we were in a jungle at times.

We saw and heard so many different variety of birds. The hummingbirds were amazing during our stay this time on Eleuthera. The outdoor Palapas both at the house and down by the beach were such a relief from the sun. We took many naps, read books and just sat and stared at the beauty all around us. ( The Palapa at the beach was so awesome, we spent so much time under there when the sun became too much. ) The walks on the beaches were incredible, the sand is so beautiful, and yes, it is truly pink at times. The snorkeling was incredible right out front of the house. We saw so many different marine life during our stay.

The caretaker Mrs. Williams was so wonderful, and helpful. She was just an amazing person. The home was very clean, and perfect for the 2 of us. It is a simple and cozy cabin – We felt very at home there!

We have visited Eleuthera several times, and we would definitely rent this home again, and we will for sure. We have also rented the Garden of Light home on this estate, and it was great as well.

Thank you Barbara for sharing your wonderful home with visitors, so we can make many wonderful memories with our families. Life is too crazy and busy for most, and it is so nice to come to paradise and detox from the chaos that we have all created in our lives. I love being there and living on Island Time, there is nothing else like it.

This is the perfect spot to experience Eleuthera. The home has everything you need. It seems like you have the whole Island to your self…virtually no one sharing the miles long beach. The kitchen is well equipped. The Island Farm is nearby to supply delicious produce for an island cooked meal. Plenty of good restaurants nearby for excellent local Bahamian fare. To get a true Caribbean experience spend a week or more at the Desert Rose and fall in love with Eleuthera. You will not want to leave, and will vow to return.

My spouse and I had a fabulous and restful vacation at Desert Rose. The property is well maintained and charmingly appointed; the deck views and the beach itself are stunningly beautiful. The property is also well located for many activities and venues near Governor’s Harbour. Our hosts and their caretaker were remarkably gracious and responsive in every way. We were provided with everything we could have possibly wanted or needed. We plan to return again as soon as is possible.

We have been vacationing on Eleuthera for five years, staying in different houses each time. Monticello Estate was hands down our favorite experience! Barbara and Luciano are very helpful, responsive, honest and kind people. Daniel, the caretaker – is absolutely great! The house was more beautiful than the photos. The property is well groomed and maintained. We will be back soon. Absolutely loved it! Thank you, Barbara, Luciano and Daniel for a great trip.

Great private little bungalow directly on the beach. Loved snorkeling just in front of the house and the privacy of the beach. You will absolutely need a rental car to get around but you’re so close to governors harbor and Eleuthera farms you wont have to go far to find all you need. Perfect for a quiet getaway.

My fiancé and I decided choose a place that we could enjoy that did not include thousands of people joining us at the beach. Oh boy did we we hit a home run on this little gem. We didn’t see one person for three days! When we did we met out wonderful neighbors who spend 6 months a year on the island. We walked the beach every day. We even discovered a handsome little resort about a mile Down the beach where we enjoyed a couple brick oven pizza’s and cocktails one evening on the beach.

Our host Daniel and his wife Julia were incredible!! We did not expect to have someone look out for us like they did. When we needed Something they were there with the answer. They made us feel like family. The locals probably made the trip. I’ve been to other islands and have never experienced so much love from the locals. It felt like we had known them for years.

Need directions? Seriously just stop in any neighborhood and ask any person and they will go above and beyond to help. If they are not sure they will call someone to get you the right answer. I’m not kidding it’s incredible. Throw that on top of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen and well heck we canceled our July 3rd wedding and said our vows to each other on the beach at The Desert Roses. We will be back every year going forward. I’m afraid if we don’t we will be disappointed in anything else.