
Eleven Bahama House
Dunmore Town
Hotel in Dunmore Town, Bahamas
Why go
Eleven Bahama House sits on Dunmore Street at the centre of Harbour Island's colonial village, making it a strong pick for design-conscious travellers and special-occasion couples who want to be inside the action rather than set apart from it. Booking is straightforward, the location gives you direct walking access to the pink sand beach and the island's best dining. Not the right fit if resort-scale facilities are a priority.
About Eleven Bahama House
Quick Verdict
Eleven Bahama House works if you want a small, characterful property on Harbour Island's Dunmore Street; one of the most photographed stretches of pastel-painted colonial architecture in the Caribbean. The address alone does much of the work: you are in the centre of Dunmore Town, on foot to the pink sand beach, the local bars, the handful of restaurants that make Harbour Island worth the trip. If design and atmosphere are your primary criteria for a special-occasion stay, this is a serious option. If you need a large pool, a spa, or the depth of service that a full-resort property delivers, look elsewhere.
The Property
Harbour Island has been drawing a design-conscious crowd for decades, Eleven Bahama House sits in the heart of that appeal. The address on Dunmore Street puts you inside the village rather than set back from it, which matters: the experience of Dunmore Town is largely pedestrian, being central means you can move between the beach, the ferry dock, dinner without a golf-cart transfer at every turn.
The property name references both its street number and the Bahama House vernacular; the low-rise, shuttered, colonial-style architecture that defines this part of Harbour Island. That architectural context is the setting for your stay. This is not a resort campus; it is a boutique house that sits within a working village, that distinction shapes everything from the noise envelope to the morning rhythm. For a couple marking an anniversary or a milestone trip, the intimacy of the property and the physical beauty of the street are genuine draws. For families or groups expecting resort-scale facilities, the fit is less obvious.
Dunmore Town is a 20-minute water taxi from North Eleuthera, itself accessible by air from Nassau or Miami. The logistics are not complicated, but they do require planning. Book your water taxi transfers in advance, particularly during peak season, confirm arrival times with the property directly. Booking difficulty is rated Easy, so securing a room here should not require the lead time that properties like Pink Sands Resort or The Dunmore Hotel sometimes demand.
For broader context on where Eleven Bahama House fits within the island's accommodation options, see our full Dunmore Town hotels guide. If dining is a priority alongside your stay, our full Dunmore Town restaurants guide covers what is worth your time on the island.
Know Before You Go
- Address: Dunmore Street, Dunmore Town, Harbour Island, Bahamas
- Getting there: Water taxi from North Eleuthera ferry dock; fly into North Eleuthera (ELH) from Nassau or Miami
- Booking difficulty: Easy
- Leading for: Couples, milestone trips, design-focused travellers
- Less suited for: Families expecting resort facilities, large groups
- Explore more: Dunmore Town bars | Dunmore Town experiences | Dunmore Town wineries
Planning details
- Location
- Dunmore Street, Dunmore Town, Bahamas
- Website
- elevenexperience.com/lodge-destinations/the-bahamas/eleven-bahama-house
- Phone
- +1 970 251 8271
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Eleven Bahama House reads as a compact, quietly refined bolthole in the middle of Dunmore Town. It belongs to Harbour Island’s limited-key tier, favoring restraint over spectacle: no casino-floor theatrics, no mass-market programming. The hotel sits on the island’s historic street grid, which lends an old‑town feel, and its scale and location encourage a charming, easygoing pace—think narrow streets, pastel architecture and a sophisticated, low‑key hospitality that prioritizes privacy and context over flashy amenities.
Best For
This is a stay for travelers who want a boutique Harbour Island experience rather than a full‑service resort: couples seeking a romantic getaway or honeymoon, small families drawn to the island’s pink-sand beach, and anyone after a relaxed weekend escape. Its central Dunmore Town address places guests within easy walking distance of the signature beach and the restaurants and bars of Bay Street, so it suits people who plan to explore on foot and prefer local dining and town life to on‑site programming.
Stay Tips
Logistics shape the visit: Harbour Island is accessible only by water taxi from the North Eleuthera ferry dock, so arrange transfers and timing in advance. The property is described among limited‑key houses, so check availability carefully and coordinate arrival details ahead of travel. Once on the island, expect to walk to the pink‑sand beach and Bay Street dining options; pack for short walks and plan activities around Dunmore Town’s compact layout.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined plantation-style interiors with bougainvillea-framed courtyards, handcrafted tiki bar, and a composed, private setting that balances historic character with modern comfort in a laid-back island rhythm.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Amenities
View
About the Stay
- Rooms
- 11
- Check-in
- 15:00
- Check-out
- 11:00
- Property Style
- Colonial Era Luxury Retreat Blending Historic 1800s Architecture with Contemporary Island Sophistication and Curated Experiences.
- Design Style
- Bahamian Chic with Plantation Style Interiors, Four Poster Beds, Striped Textiles, Wicker and Rattan Furnishings, and Colorful Suites Arranged Around a Courtyard Pool.
Planning details
Location
Dunmore Street, Dunmore Town, Bahamas · Directions
elevenexperience.com/lodge-destinations/the-bahamas/eleven-bahama-house
Also consider
Also Consider
- Pink Sands Resort; Notable alternative
- Coral Sands Inn & Cottages, Harbour Island; Notable alternative
- The Dunmore Hotel; Notable alternative
- The Landing Hotel & Restaurant; Notable alternative
Hotel context
How It Compares
On Harbour Island, the clearest alternative to Eleven Bahama House is The Dunmore Hotel, which offers a more polished service proposition and a stronger food and beverage program. If you are spending on a milestone trip and want the peace of mind that comes with a well-staffed property, The Dunmore is the safer bet. Eleven Bahama House trades on location and architectural character rather than service depth, which is a reasonable trade-off if you plan to spend most of your time exploring the island independently.
Pink Sands Resort sits on the beach-facing side of the island and is the right call if direct beach access from your room is non-negotiable. It is also the most established name on Harbour Island and tends to book out earlier in the season. Coral Sands Inn & Cottages offers a middle ground; more character than a standard resort, with pool and beach access that Eleven Bahama House may not match at the same scale. For a smaller, village-centre experience with easy booking, Eleven Bahama House holds its own; for full-service resort amenities, Pink Sands or Coral Sands are stronger choices.
The Landing Hotel & Restaurant is the most direct peer in terms of boutique scale and village positioning, its restaurant reputation gives it an edge if dining on-property matters to you. Beyond Harbour Island, travellers comparing smaller Bahamian boutique properties might also weigh Tiamo Resort in South Andros or Kamalame Cay in Staniard Creek for a more secluded, resort-complete experience at a similar or higher price point.
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Compare Eleven Bahama House
| Venue | Awards | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Eleven Bahama House | No published awards | Easy |
| Pink Sands Resort | No published awards | Unknown |
| Coral Sands Inn & Cottages, Harbour Island | No published awards | Unknown |
| The Dunmore Hotel | No published awards | Unknown |
| The Landing Hotel & Restaurant | No published awards | Unknown |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the location of Eleven Bahama House?
The address on Dunmore Street is one of the strongest arguments for booking here. Dunmore Town is a compact, walkable settlement on Harbour Island, Dunmore Street sits at its historic core; close to the pink-sand beach, local shops, the ferry dock. If proximity to the island's social centre matters to you, this address delivers it. Guests wanting more seclusion should look at properties set back from town.
When is the best time to book Eleven Bahama House?
Harbour Island's peak season runs mid-December through April, when weather is dry and reliable. Book well in advance for that window; small properties here fill fast. The shoulder months of November and May offer better availability and lower prices with acceptable weather. Summer brings heat and occasional storms, the island quiets considerably, which suits some travellers and not others.












