Peaceful Restful Hours by Water's Edge
Peaceful and restful hours by the water’s edge are what we sought and found at this secluded location just outside the charming village of Governor’s Harbour. Just yards from the cottage we could dive into a clear sea, swim or snorkel. Other times we would sit on the deck with our books, relax, talk and most importantly, unwind. There are magic times when the water becomes as still as a pond and as reflective as a mirror. It is a transfixing phenomenon and there is no other place we would want to be.
The cottage, called Chez Cay, is actually two structures with picturesque views of the sea. (The on line photos are very descriptive.) The main cottage is a clean well-appointed kitchen, dining area and living room in an open plan, with a sleeping loft and half bath. Adjacent is the bedroom cottage: a master bedroom & bath and a small bedroom with two twin beds. A favorite feature of ours is the large outdoor shower between the two cottages with an open view to the sea – a perfect place to rinse off the salt water after a swim or experience a relaxing and scenic shower at the end of the day. Make a ritual of enjoying a sunset cocktail on the deck at water’s edge.
It was hard to tear away from our spot by the water but, as we mostly enjoy doing our own cooking, we made shopping trips into town. Governor’s Harbour and adjacent Cupid’s Cay are enchanting. Meet the fishermen and select from their fresh catch. Ask grocery store clerks when they will have the freshest produce from supply boats. There is a bakery for fresh bread, pies and cakes. The owners & caretakers of Chez Cay will provide of tips to make your stay memorable.
There are more restaurants in Governor’s Harbour than we could visit, but we had good meals at the Buccaneer Club and Sunset Inn (very close to the cottage). An authentic find is Pammy’s Take Away – breakfast and lunch only. Pick up a Breakfast Sandwich and enjoy eating it by the harbor. The weekly Friday night Fish Fry is a great local event.
If the sea at the cottage is rough it is probably a good day for pink sand beaches and a beautiful turquoise ocean, just over the hill in Governor’s Harbour. Check out the Banks Road Deli and two tourist oriented restaurant bars on the beach: Tippy’s and The Beach House.
There is a lot to discover in Eleuthera. Chez Cay is a perfect cottage for island adventurers, for those who prefer nesting in one place and for people who want to do a bit of both.
Stayed October, 2014
