Settlements & Residential Communities of Eleuthera
Bannerman Town
Bannerman Town
Bannerman Town
Overview
Small agricultural settlement in Central Eleuthera known for farmland and residential properties.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Farming and rural living
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Long-term residents
History
Developed as agricultural community.
What to Know
Primarily residential with limited services.
Local Highl
Overview
Small agricultural settlement in Central Eleuthera known for farmland and residential properties.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Farming and rural living
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Long-term residents
History
Developed as agricultural community.
What to Know
Primarily residential with limited services.
Local Highlights
• Farmland
• Coastal access nearby
Community Feel
Rural and traditional.
Bluff
Bannerman Town
Bannerman Town
Overview
Northern settlement near early settlement landmarks.
Quick Facts
Location: North Eleuthera
Known For: Preacher’s Cave proximity
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: History visitors
History
Linked to early Eleutheran settlers.
What to Know
Limited services.
Local Highlights
• Preacher’s Cave
• Cliff coastline
Community Feel
Historic and exposed.
Current
Bannerman Town
Deep Creek
Overview
Small northern coastal settlement.
Quick Facts
Location: North Eleuthera
Known For: Ocean views
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Scenic stopovers
History
One of the older northern communities.
What to Know
Primarily residential.
Local Highlights
• Nearby Glass Window Bridge
• Ocean access
Community Feel
Quiet and coastal.
Deep Creek
Bannerman Town
Deep Creek
Overview
Southern fishing and farming settlement.
Quick Facts
Location: South Eleuthera
Known For: Fishing and agriculture
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Quiet southern living
History
Traditional fishing roots.
What to Know
Limited commercial services.
Local Highlights
• Coastal shoreline
• Farmland
Community Feel
Simple and steady.
Governor’s Harbour
Governor’s Harbour
Governor’s Harbour
Overview
Administrative and commercial center of Central Eleuthera.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Government and harbor
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Business and services
History
Established in 1700s as capital.
What to Know
Full services available.
Local Highlights
• Harbor
• Historic homes
• Restaurants
Community Feel
Active but relaxed.
Green Castle
Governor’s Harbour
Governor’s Harbour
Residential Community / Subdivision
Overview
Low-density residential area near farmland and coastline.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Rural housing
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Long-term residential
History
Gradual residential development.
What to Know
Minimal services.
Local Highlights
• Farmland
• Coastal access
Community Feel
Quiet and rural.
Gregory Town
Governor’s Harbour
Harbour Island
Overview
North-central settlement known for pineapple farming.
Quick Facts
Location: North-central Eleuthera
Known For: Pineapple Festival
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Agriculture and culture
History
Central to pineapple export era.
What to Know
Small-town services.
Local Highlights
• Cliffs nearby
• Farmland
Community Feel
Proud agricultural roots.
Harbour Island
Governor’s Harbour
Harbour Island
Overview
Independent island community known for Pink Sand Beach.
Quick Facts
Location: Off North Eleuthera
Known For: Pink Sand Beach
Access: Ferry access
Best For: Tourism and upscale living
History
Developed during Loyalist period.
What to Know
Full tourism infrastructure.
Local Highlights
• Pink Sand Beach
• Dunmore Town
Community Feel
Upscale and historic.
Hatchet Bay
North Palmetto Point
James Cistern
Overview
Central Eleuthera settlement built around natural harbor.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Hatchet Bay Cave and marina
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Boaters
History
Named for protected harbor.
What to Know
Marina services.
Local Highlights
• Hatchet Bay Cave
• Marina
Community Feel
Seafaring and practical.
James Cistern
North Palmetto Point
James Cistern
Overview
Coastal Central Eleuthera community with fishing roots.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Beaches and fishing
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Quiet coastal buyers
History
Developed around fishing.
What to Know
Limited commercial activity.
Local Highlights
• Beaches
• Coastal homes
Community Feel
Calm and residential.
Lower Bogue
North Palmetto Point
North Palmetto Point
Overview
Northern settlement near airport and ferry access.
Quick Facts
Location: North Eleuthera
Known For: Airport access
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Convenient northern base
History
Expanded with airport growth.
What to Know
Primarily residential.
Local Highlights
• North Eleuthera Airport• Harbour Island ferry
Community Feel
Practical and growing.
North Palmetto Point
North Palmetto Point
North Palmetto Point
Overview
Central Eleuthera beachfront settlement.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Beachfront homes
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Residential living
History
Coastal agricultural roots.
What to Know
Primarily residential.
Local Highlights
• Beaches
• Neighborhood homes
Community Feel
Laid-back coastal.
South Palmetto Point
South Palmetto Point
South Palmetto Point
Residential Community / Subdivision
Overview
Southern portion of Palmetto Point community.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Beach access
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Residential buyers
History
Part of Palmetto Point expansion.
What to Know
Primarily housing.
Local Highlights
• Coastal properties
Community Feel
Quiet residential.
Rainbow Bay
South Palmetto Point
South Palmetto Point
Residential Community / Subdivision
Overview
Planned hillside subdivision known for protected beach and ocean views.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Rainbow Bay Beach
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Vacation and retirement homes
History
Developed as private subdivision.
What to Know
No commercial center.
Local Highlights
• Rainb
Residential Community / Subdivision
Overview
Planned hillside subdivision known for protected beach and ocean views.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Rainbow Bay Beach
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Vacation and retirement homes
History
Developed as private subdivision.
What to Know
No commercial center.
Local Highlights
• Rainbow Bay Beach
• Elevated lots
Community Feel
Scenic and low-density.
Rock Sound
South Palmetto Point
Russell Island
Overview
Major southern Eleuthera settlement with airport.
Quick Facts
Location: South Eleuthera
Known For: Ocean Hole and airport
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Southern hub
History
Shipping and transport history.
What to Know
Airport and services available.
Local Highlights
• Ocean Hole
• Rock Sound Airport
Community Feel
Established and self-sufficient.
Russell Island
South Palmetto Point
Russell Island
Residential Community / Subdivision
Overview
Bridge-connected island community near Spanish Wells.
Quick Facts
Location: North Eleuthera
Known For: Waterfront properties
Access: Bridge access
Best For: Residential buyers
History
Expanded from Spanish Wells.
What to Know
Residents rely on Spanish Wells services.
Local Highlights
• Water access
• Brid
Residential Community / Subdivision
Overview
Bridge-connected island community near Spanish Wells.
Quick Facts
Location: North Eleuthera
Known For: Waterfront properties
Access: Bridge access
Best For: Residential buyers
History
Expanded from Spanish Wells.
What to Know
Residents rely on Spanish Wells services.
Local Highlights
• Water access
• Bridge connection
Community Feel
Residential and convenient.
Savannah Sound
Savannah Sound
Savannah Sound
Overview
Central Eleuthera coastal settlement.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Long shoreline
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Quiet living
History
Agricultural roots.
What to Know
Primarily residential.
Local Highlights
• Coastal stretch
• Farmland
Community Feel
Open and breezy.
Spanish Wells
Savannah Sound
Savannah Sound
Overview
Fishing-based island community north of Eleuthera.
Quick Facts
Location: North of Eleuthera
Known For: Lobster fishing industry
Access: Bridge and ferry access
Best For: Maritime community
History
Loyalist origins.
What to Know
Strong fishing fleet.
Local Highlights
• Fishing fleet
• St. George’s Cay
Community Feel
Independent and maritime.
Tarpum Bay
Savannah Sound
Upper Bogue
Overview
South-central fishing settlement.
Quick Facts
Location: South-central Eleuthera
Known For: Fishing and boat launches
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Authentic local experience
History
Traditional fishing village.
What to Know
Limited services.
Local Highlights
• Boat ramps
• Coastal homes
Community Feel
Authentic and steady.
Upper Bogue
Savannah Sound
Upper Bogue
Northern settlement adjacent to Lower Bogue.
Overview
Northern settlement adjacent to Lower Bogue.
Quick Facts
Location: North Eleuthera
Known For: Residential growth
Access: Queen’s HighwayBest For: Northern residents
History
Developed alongside Lower Bogue.
What to Know
Primarily residential.
Local Highlights
• Nearby ferry and airport
Community Feel
Convenient and quiet.
Wemyss Bight
Wemyss Bight
Wemyss Bight
Overview
Southern coastal fishing settlement.
Quick Facts
Location: South Eleuthera
Known For: Fishing shoreline
Access: Queen’s Highway
Best For: Southern coastal living
History
Traditional fishing roots.
What to Know
Limited commercial infrastructure.
Local Highlights
• Southern beaches
Community Feel
Close-knit and coastal.
Windermere
Wemyss Bight
Wemyss Bight
Private Estate Community
Overview
Gated estate community with private beachfront properties.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Private estates
Access: Controlled access
Best For: Luxury property buyers
History
Established as private estate.
What to Know
Restricted access.
Local Highlights
• Private beaches
• Large estate lots
Community Feel
Secluded and exclusive.
Historic / Landmark Areas
Cupid's Cay
Glass Window Bridge
Glass Window Bridge
Overview
Historic peninsula connected to Governor’s Harbour.
Quick Facts
Location: Central Eleuthera
Known For: Early settlement history
Access: Bridge access
Best For: History visitors
History
One of earliest Loyalist sites.
What to Know
Primarily historic residences.
Local Highlights
• Harbor views
• Historic homes
Community Feel
Elevated and historic.
Glass Window Bridge
Glass Window Bridge
Glass Window Bridge
Overview
Iconic narrow point where Atlantic meets Caribbean.
Quick Facts
Location: North Eleuthera
Known For: Ocean contrast
Access: Queen’s Highway overlook
Best For: Sightseeing
History
Natural coastal formation.
What to Know
Not residential.
Local Highlights
• Scenic overlook
• Ocean views
Community Feel
Dramatic and exposed.
Preacher's Cave
Glass Window Bridge
Lighthouse Beach
Overview
Site where 1648 settlers sheltered.
Quick Facts
Location: North Eleuthera
Known For: Religious settlement history
Access: Short trail access
Best For: Historic interest
History
Associated with Eleutheran Adventurers.
What to Know
Visitor site.
Local Highlights
• Preacher’s Cave
• Historic plaque
Community Feel
Preserved and significant.
Lighthouse Beach
Glass Window Bridge
Lighthouse Beach
Overview
Remote southern Atlantic coastline.
Quick Facts
Location: South Eleuthera
Known For: Cliffs and reef systems
Access: Remote road access
Best For: Adventure and scenery
History
Natural undeveloped coastline.
What to Know
No residential services.
Local Highlights
• Cliffs
• Atlantic shoreline
Community Feel
Wild and undeveloped.