Hotel in Dunmore Town, Bahamas
Eleven Bahama House
150Pearl PointsSmall, characterful stay on Dunmore Street.
About Eleven Bahama House
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, and 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.
Quick Verdict
Eleven Bahama House is worth considering 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, and 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, and 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, and being central means you can move between the beach, the ferry dock, and 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, and 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, and 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
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, and Dunmore Street sits at its historic core — close to the pink-sand beach, local shops, and 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, and the island quiets considerably, which suits some travellers and not others.
Which room category is best at Eleven Bahama House?
Specific room categories are not confirmed in available records for Eleven Bahama House. As a small property on Dunmore Street, the general rule on Harbour Island applies: rooms with outdoor space or garden access tend to justify the premium over standard interior-facing options. When booking, ask directly about natural light and outdoor access rather than relying solely on listed tier names.
How is the dining at Eleven Bahama House?
Dining specifics for Eleven Bahama House are not confirmed in available records. Dunmore Town itself has a manageable number of dining options within easy walking distance, so on-site dining gaps are less of a problem here than at more remote island properties. The Landing Hotel and Restaurant is a short walk away and worth factoring into your stay if you prioritise food.
How is the pool and spa at Eleven Bahama House?
Pool and spa details for Eleven Bahama House are not confirmed in available records. For guests where these amenities are a deciding factor, Pink Sands Resort and The Dunmore Hotel are the better-documented options on Harbour Island. If you're primarily here for the beach, the proximity of Dunmore Street to Harbour Island's Atlantic-facing shore reduces the reliance on an on-site pool anyway.
Location
Dunmore Street, Dunmore Town, Bahamas
Compare Eleven Bahama House
| Venue | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|
| Eleven Bahama House | Easy |
| Pink Sands Resort | Unknown |
| Coral Sands Inn & Cottages, Harbour Island | Unknown |
| The Dunmore Hotel | Unknown |
| The Landing Hotel & Restaurant | Unknown |
Key differences to consider before you reserve.
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
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, and 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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