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OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND HELPFUL HARBOUR ISLAND INFORMATION

Our frequently asked questions are here to assist you in your enjoyment of Harbour Island and keep you returning year after year! Welcome to the serene shores of Harbour Island! All of us at Island Real Estate are thrilled that you’ve selected our team for your real estate needs.

As you ease into the island rhythm and look forward to unwinding, we want to ensure that you feel completely at ease in your new island retreat. To enhance your stay, we’ve compiled some frequently asked questions about the island for your convenience.

Please note that check-in is scheduled for 3:00 p.m., while check-out is at 11:00 a.m.

Should your rental include housekeeping services, expect a warm and friendly visit from your housekeeper daily from Monday to Saturday. Most of our house rentals come with the added comfort of daily maid service, covering general cleaning and household laundry tasks. Should you require personal laundry services or wish to indulge in the luxury of having meals prepared for you, these can be arranged directly with your housekeeper for an additional fee.

We’re here to make sure your vacation is as carefree and enjoyable as possible. Welcome home to Harbour Island!

It is customary to give $25 to $30 per person, per week gratuity to the housekeeper.

Dont forget to check out the local attractions page to let you know what there is to do!

Bahamas Attractions | The Best Places to See! | Island Real Estate (bahamasrealestate.com)

We encourage you to explore these questions at your leisure, as they may not only resolve your current queries but also offer insights into aspects of your stay or investment process that you hadn’t considered. And if your question isn’t listed, don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly—we’re committed to providing personalized support to ensure your satisfaction and success.

Here are some other frequently asked questions offered through Trip Advisor

Harbour Island Forum, Travel Discussion for Harbour Island – Tripadvisor

  • Golf Carts

    The preferred mode of transportation on Harbour Island is via golf cart. Here is a list of the rental companies and their phone numbers:  Click on the name to open their page or compose an email.

    Johnson’s Rentals
    Sunshine Rentals
    Dunmore Rentals
    Ross’s Rentals

    (242) 333-2376
    (242) 333-2509
    (242) 333-2372
    (242) 333-2122

    Briland on the Go
    No Limit Rentals
    Michael’s Cycles
    Daybreak Rentals

    (242) 333-2491
    (242) 333-2384
    (242) 333-2281
    (242) 333-2573

  • Deep Sea Fishing

    Devon “Daddy D” Saywer     (242) 359-7006     Ocean Fox- Jeff Fox (242) 333-2323

  • Boat Rentals
  • Bonefish Guide

    Stuart Cleare (242) 464-0148 Patrick (242) 422-9029

  • Photography/Videography
  • Snorkeling and Diving Trips
  • Jet Ski Rental, Boat Rental, Boat Charter, Kayak Rental, Wake-board, Hobie Cat and Sunfish Rentals

    Lil Shan’s Watersports (242) 333-3532

  • Yoga, Pilates, Massages

    Rachel Kelly (massage) (242) 470-7104 Yoga and Pilates (Anna) (242) 551-0061
    Comfort Zone (massage) (242) 551-3628

  • Banking

    Royal Bank of Canada (the only ATM on Harbour Island)  (242) 333-2250

  • Grocery Stores

    Captain Bob’s Marketplace (242) 333-3728-Open Monday through Saturday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
    captainbobsmarketplace@gmail.com
    Sunday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
    Pigly Wigly-Open Monday through Saturday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
    Sunday 8:00 am to 11:00 am

  • Airlines at the North Eleuthera Airport
  • Taxi Services

    Troy Higgs (242) 470-4267
    Danny Major (242) 464-0060

  • Emergency Numbers

    Police Station (Gaol Street) (242) 333-2111 or call 919
    Harbour Island Medical Clinic (242) 333-2250. During off hours the on-call medical practitioner’s name and cell phone number will be posted on the clinic’s door.

  • Friendly Reminder

    Although Harbour Island is very safe it is a good idea to lock the doors and windows before leaving the house. As well, it is wise to not keep valuables such as laptop computers, ipods, money etc. in plain sight when you leave the house.

Dining

  • Fine Dining

    There are many restaurants on the island that offer everything from fine dining to casual takeout. The following is a list of names and numbers for your convenience. Reservations are recommended for the finer restaurants. Click on the name to open their page or compose an email

    (242) 333-2707
    (242) 333-2350
    (242) 333-2200
    (242) 333-2030
    (242) 333-3240
    (242) 333-2150
    (242) 333-2053
    (242) 333-2376
    (242) 333-2950

  • Casual Dining

    Click on the name to open their page or compose an email

    Sunsets at Ramora Bay
    Dunmore Deli
    Queen Conch Shack
    Wade’s Takeaway
    (242) 333-2325

    (242) 333-2644
    (242) 333-2243
    (242) 333-3286
    Valentine’s Resort
    Seaview Takeaway
    Bayside Café
    Brian’s Ribs
    (242) 333-2142
    (242) 333-2542
    (242) 333-2174
    (242) 333-3129
    Angela’s Starfish
    Tingum Village
    Harry O’s
    (242) 333-2253
    (242) 333-2161
    (242) 333-3478
    One of our favorite pastimes on Harbour Island is enjoying the pink sand beach. If you wish to do more exploring or recreational adventures here are some contacts to assist: Click on the name to open their page or compose an email.

We sincerely hope that you enjoy your time on Harbour Island. We are very happy to address any questions or concerns that may arise during your stay. Please contact Jennifer or Alexander Alexiou at (242) 333-2278 or (242) 359-7241. Island Real Estate is located on Dunmore Street (across from Dilly Dally) and our office hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

All the best,

 

 

Jennifer and Alexander Alexiou

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