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Auntie Cottage - 2 Bed Residence in Eleuthera, The Bahamas

Available on request

The brief

The reason to consider it.

Auntie Cottage” is a charming Bahamian retreat—affectionately described as “Kitchi”—designed for a woman or couple who values a relaxed, authentic lifestyle over glitz and excess. From the moment you arrive, the setting makes an impression: sweeping views stretch out over Levi Island, and each evening the sky transforms into a canvas of unforgettable color. Also known as Sunset Cottage, this thoughtfully designed split-level home offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms across approximately 1,750 square feet. Built in the traditional style of a Bahamian out-island cottage, it exudes a quaint, cozy atmosphere that feels both timeless and welcoming.

Last confirmed

Year built
2011
Type
Villa
Land
16,695 ft²

What this listing includes

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Furnished
  • Air conditioning

What people say about Bahamas

Sources agree that foreigners can own Bahamian property outright and that an ordinary home purchase needs a registration filing through a Bahamian lawyer, not a discretionary permit.

  • Positive Foreign buyers mostly register rather than seek a permit; permit applies to large or commercial land
  • Mixed Closing costs are dominated by a 10% transfer VAT for foreign buyers, usually split with the seller, plus legal fees
  • Mixed Annual property tax is being reshaped in 2026 (new foreign owner-occupied category), and Bahamian realtors dispute fairness
  • Concern Vacant land owned by foreigners carries a notably heavier tax until built on

Read what people say, based on 14 sources

Cost of entry

The asking price is not what it costs.

What completing costs

US dollars

Who bears the transfer cost is market practice, not law