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Beachfront views of pristine sandy beach, clear blue waters and surreal sunsets.

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bennett's Harbour, Cat Island
  • Blue Hole
  • Camperdown Beach
  • Port Royal Beach
    42 min drive
  • Arthur's Town (ATC)
    33 min drive

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About the area

Bennett's Harbour

When you stay at this vacation home in Bennett's Harbour, you'll be steps from Lucayan Archipelago. .This vacation home is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Port Royal Beach and 21.3 mi (34.4 km) from Fernandez Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Port Royal Beach - 42 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Fernandez Bay - 45 min drive - 34.4 km
  • The Hermitage of Father Jerome - 58 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Arthur's Town (ATC) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Merl's Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Boggie Pond Village - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Da Smoke Pot - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront views of pristine sandy beach, clear blue waters and surreal sunsets.

You will fall in love with this beautiful 1,400 sq. ft. five-room stone house, located directly on the leeward side of a gorgeous, secluded beach. Our two bedroom home is positioned among many palm trees, just steps from one of the prettiest pristine beaches you will ever see. The beach gradually extends -- coral free -- into the blue water. Further offshore are reefs that are perfect for fishing, scuba diving or snorkeling. This home sleeps four, and has two bedrooms with king size beds and one bath. Linens and towels are provided. The fully equipped kitchen has a microwave, blender, toaster, coffee maker and washing machine. The living room has a fireplace, radio, CD, TV/VCR and a large selection of movies. The 42 x 17 foot patio has a gas BBQ and lounge chairs and is perfect for sunbathing. Included with the house are 2 kayaks, perfect to take into our creek for bone fishing, sea turtle watching and snorkeling.

One of the things which Cat Island is known for is its bone fishing. Don't miss it!

Our 2006 Ford Escape is available for rent to explore the island's blue hole, sea glass exploring and historic structures.

We have a large cabana located on the beach for those times when you want to escape the sun. A perfect spot for watching the children or watching the setting sun. You can also enjoy a large enclosed outdoor shower. This is an ideal holiday destination for couples or families.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Kim

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Beachfront views of pristine sandy beach, clear blue waters and surreal sunsets. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Anniversary Trip
Shangri-La is a great place right on the beach. If you want a private place to stay in the Bahamas, this is the place.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise on Cat Island
Kim, the owner, helped ensure that our stay was delightful. This was our fourth trip to this wonderful house just steps away from a pristine beach, and we certainly plan on returning yet again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place ! Great time!
Great people great house beautiful location. We are definitely going back !
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie V., Hinesburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible! A taste of real island living.
We loved it! My best friend and I went for the week. And can't wait to go back. The beauty of the island and the friendly locals can't be beat. This is a hidden gem with alot of heart, soul and history. We are very thankful for this place of paradise created by Kim and her family. Till next time...
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann F., Summerfield, NC-USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Living in Paradise!
Our trip to Shangri-La exceeded our expectations. From the warm welcome and information from our host Kim, to the quaint perfectly appointed house, and spectacular beach and amazing location right on Bennett’s Harbour , we felt as if we had just landed in paradise! If you like a remote quiet locations where the locals embrace you every step of the way, while swimming in the most pristine waters—this is the rental for you. We feel honored that host Kim shared her family home with us and allowed us to experience the true Cat Island. We can’t wait to book our next trip to Shangri-La.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house
House was wonderful. Beach was wonderful. We will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurice C.

A home away from home
This has been one of the best experience I have had. I enjoyed the fact that they were well prepared and the host met me at the airport. Down to flash lights on the side of the bed just incase current went off. The rooms were really nice and cozy which made it great for sleeping and working from home.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephen h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
This is our third visit to Shangri-La and it couldn’t have been more restful and serene with more perfectly beautiful surroundings. I
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

alicia b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This place is absolutely incredible! I'm is so helpful and nice. Cleo, or caretaker went above and beyond. The beach is so secluded and breath taking. I can not recommend this place enough!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location!
The beach was amazing, as it usually is on Cat Island. The location was close to Arthur's Town, which was nice for evening dinners. Of course there are always the bugs, but that's just part of a nice warm climate. I may have lost a pint of blood but it was worth it! The house is great too.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
We have been visiting this property for almost 30 years and it remains one of our favorite places on earth. The Henn family recently added numerous upgrades to the house and property, including a wonderful outdoor shower. This is truly a special place which we highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place - we want to go back!
The location was perfect for us. We flew into Arthur Town, then a short ride to the house. The property is not isolated but the foliage on three sides gives a wonderful sense of privacy. The fourth side is the beach. What a beach! White sand, gentle waves, palm trees... We saw a few people a day on the beach. On the weekend, yachts anchored just offshore. Everyone was friendly, locals and other tourists. The house is quirky but very comfortable, well furnished. The kitchen setup was fine, everything we needed and more. We loved the patio on the beach side. My partner did yoga there daily. Outdoor shower was great. Breezes kept the place cool with lots of ventilation. We didn't need fans the whole time. Fortunately, bugs were not a problem except we did give up on eating dinner on the patio. No bugs at the beach. Alligator Creek a short paddle away had lots of turtles, some small sharks, barracuda and bonefish that eluded me for the whole time. Lots of other small fish. We kayaked there almost every day. Obtaining fish was a disappointment. I wasn't catching them and the usual vendors were not going out because of windy conditions. A couple restaurants did have good fish. We mostly ate in. Groceries are limited. The Orange Creek store was nearby. The New Bight store had more variety. Danny King had limited stock but the best bananas we have ever had. Highlights were trips to Alvernia and the church on the hill, a hike to Man O War beach, and just sitting in the cabana in the evening and watching the sun set. Kim was great about informing us about what to do and where to go. Trevor, her onsite guy, was also good. We are back in the Corona storm and missing Cat Island life!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

david h.

low key
We have been coming to this house on and off for 30 years and we will continue to do so as long as out health allows. It is truly our GO TO place. No decisions except where to read...on the beach, on the patio, or in bed. Nap? on the beach, on the patio, or in bed!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

corinna k.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing beach
the location was everything we hoped for... such a beautiful, private beach. the use of the kayaks was an added bonus for sure, the Harbour was an awesome place to explore. if you want peace and serenity, this is the place !
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Most relaxing vacation in a long time
We loved our one week stay at the Shangri-la! We had come to Cat Island a few years back and explored the whole island, and had decided that Wilson bay was the most beautiful place. So this time we just stayed at the house, the beach and bay and as far as the kayaks took us, which made for a very relaxing vacation. The house was very comfortable, clean and with a great view from the main rooms. The new King-sized mattress made a big difference for us. The beach is gorgeous, even though there were a few other people that walked by every day. Altogether we saw around eight people along the beach during the one week - everyone was very friendly. The house itself is well-shielded and you can't see any other buildings from it, which is wonderful. Just palms and the beach! Kim was great in responding to our questions and helping us when our plane to Cat Island left before schedule so that we missed the flight - the small Bahamas airlines can be tricky. But once getting to the house, everything was great. We very much hope we can be back next year! We have been to a number of rental houses on different Caribbean islands over the last decade but this house and this bay stand out in having everything we love about a beach vacation. Thank you, Kim, for sharing it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

Fantastic Home On A Beautiful Beach!
I really don't know where to start describing this wonderful vacation home on the beach with palm trees swaying in the wind. My husband and I had a really great 8 day vacation here! The owner, Kim, was very helpful and answered all my questions before and after I made the reservation. Her parents built this house with so much love and attention to detail! We loved everything about the house, cabana, and beach. It has two roomy bedrooms with king size beds, a fully equipped kitchen, all the pots, pans, and dishes you will need for your stay here. We kayaked in Bennet's Harbor and beyond using the two kayaks provided. That was a lot of fun! Also rented the car available at the house and drove from one end of Cat Island to the other experiencing the island life, meeting wonderful Bahamians, eating great food, and most important to us, having a totally relaxing, much needed vacation! The view from the back deck at sunset is AMAZING! Every night another gorgeous one! First time ever to visit Cat Island and stay at Shangri-La and we will be back as soon as we can! Thanks again Kim for letting us stay at your home.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Michael D., Carleton Place, ON, Canada

Beautiful Location
A very nice house with character & charm on a large, private beachfront lot. Comfortable accommodations, gorgeous beach, lovely landscaping. Would have rated it a 5 but the house is showing signs of age, a bit more maintenance is needed, but 5 star potential is there. Overall still nice and definitely recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

denis l., Pt pleasant nj

One of a kind home on a private beautiful beach.
Me and my wife had a great relaxing week on Cat island.Shangri-la lived up to its great reviews.The stone house and the beach were stunning.Most relaxing vacation ever we spent most of our time on the beach or deck.The weather was perfect.Only downside was lack of grocery stores and restaurants on the island.We will be back hopefully next year. Feb.9 2019
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arthur W.

Excellant property, well maintained, all amenities for a relaxing stay.
We were really impressed with the home. I am a builder and love to see a home that is not only well built but great economical design and appointments. A lot of thought and hands on work went into this home and property. Thanks Kim for continuing the tradition your Mom and Dad began so many years ago.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Ami P., Alipine, Wyoming

Peaceful paradise
Spent a week at the Shangri-La with my husband and two young sons.we enjoyed the beach, kayaking up alligator creek, fishing, snorkeling, and swimming. The house is well equiped with everything we needed. Not much privacy because the walls only go up so far between rooms, but we made due & did fine.Ourboys had a blast just playing on the beach and swimming most days. The cabana down by the water was perfect. We had a few fires in the pit at night, which was wonderful. Quite a few businesses were closed during the week, and it was a challenge finding places to eat out. We ended up cooking for ourselves most of the time. All in all a great week! Can’t ever go wrong with the sun, sand and Caribbean!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gail F., Asheville, North Carolina, USA.

Beautiful location on a peaceful beach
We very much enjoyed our stay at Shangri-la. The location really can't be beat! To be able to walk out the door with no shoes and straight onto one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen is a real treat. The view from the house is magnificent, with the palms blowing in the breeze, beautiful sunsets and moonrises over the ocean. We were able to cook some good meals in the well-stocked kitchen, and enjoyed the rustic, cute design of the stone cottage. Our favorite thing was getting in the kayaks and paddling down the nearby creek, with turtles and rays scooting around under our boats. Magical! We would love to return to this peaceful haven.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Best vacation ever!
I'll make this short and sweet. The house is awesome and has everything you could want for a relaxing self-sufficient vacation. Definitely rent the car. Travel is easy and it gives you so much freedom. The island itself is great. The people are even better. The friendliest place we've ever been. There is plenty to do if you want, or do nothing at all. Groceries are easy to get and plentiful. There are a few close restaurants and Yardie's (highly recommended) is an easy walk. Bring lots of bug spray and tanning lotion. It's not a bad idea to pack some frozen meat in a thermal tote with some ice packs. It was so nice to cook on the grill and enjoy a nice meal on the patio. We hesitated to give such high marks to this place because we want to keep it all to ourselves! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Like having your own private resort on a perfect secluded beach!
My wife and I stayed at Shangri-La on 6/20/17 for a week. Booking was simple. Our caretaker met us at the tiny airport upon our arrival on a quick and smooth flight from Nassau. The house would be described as a rustic resort! It was very clean and had everything we needed. There is a grill, a hammock, 2 kayaks and a small cooler. There is no AC but it was actually cool at night except for the last two where it was warm but not uncomfortable. The beach was calm, deserted and amazing! Some boats came in the last few days and anchored out in front of the house. We joked that they were invading our private beach but all was fine. We had a couple of great bon fires under amazing stars. The car that's available with the rental had no problems except for a dead battery on a couple of trips down the island but we discovered the battery cable was just a little loose. No big deal. The Pink Chicken and fishing with Reynold were some of the hi lights. Hard to beat the amazing beaches, peacefulness and tranquility on Cat Island but I think the best feature are the people! The nicest I've ever met anywhere! Even the few tourists we met were a cut above. It's like we all realized we discovered a little known secret and were bonded by it. We did a lot of exploring and still didn't see everything. Definitely liked our beach the best! We've been all over the Bahamas, Virgin Islands (US and British) and many other Caribbean islands. Cat Island is now among the top. We will definitely be back. And soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

HUBA K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
For us it was like paradise!
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2024