The Cove Eleuthera

We got back 2 days ago. Spent 8 nights. The location: -30 min south of ELH; -good for accessing Harbor Island, Spanish Wells. -Southern tip of island is about 2.5 hours. -On the west side of the island and behind some low hills- so wind at the Cove will be calmer for any wind out of the NE to SE. The Beach: -Two coves (North and South) split by a peninsula (which contains the main pool), -Rough sand with chunks of coral at both beach locations --The beach sand is just OK. The sand at the Cove is not even in same ballpark as Pink Sands Beach, French Leave Beach, etc. -A line of moss covered black limestone/coral is just inside the low tide water line that forces you to enter the deeper ocean water at certain locations -Chairs and beach umbrellas are numerous at the North and South coves, they were never more than 1/5 occupied The Pool -Unheated- this should be heated for this level/cost of resort -Saltwater -Chairs and umbrellas are numerous, they were never more than 1/10 occupied The Room -Oceanfront king (#17). Excellent room layout, ceiling fan, and A/C- and loved the front deck for lounging, loved the outdoor shower, the indoor shower was very large with shower heads at opposite ends, two sinks, and a separate deep soaking tub. The bathroom is a 10/10. -Bedding (pillow, duvet, sheet) quality was worse than the Westin Hotel on our trip down. I think the Westin has quality bedding. The Cove wasn't on the Westin's level. -Room water: the tap water is unpalatable (we were never told to NOT drink it out of safety concerns)- it tastes very sulfury. Free of charge glass water bottles are supplied. -In the bar/coffee area, there was a non working ice maker. The Grounds -Very nice quality daytime and nighttime appearance, on par with 5 star hotels in which we've stayed. The Staff -All very outwardly happy and always greeted us with a smile Non Beach/Pool Service -Welcome and Check-in process: Parking for rental car is super close, Shorter check-in than most, very nice staff. Bellman took our bags in a golf cart from our rental car to the room. -Room cleaning and Turn down service: Daily room cleaning was prompt and unobtrusive (we never ran into them). Turn down service was a little early (around 6pm) (I assume they anticipate you're out for the evening). Quality of cleaning was very good, however, replacement of drinking water bottles was not consistent. -Massage: We had excellent quality couple's massages twice (both my wife and I have had massages at multiple world spas, including 4Seasons, etc). There is no spa per se, just a room next to the Hospitality Room (next to the "front desk") in which the spa services are provided. Scheduling for our massages was "next day"- seems they were free with at least 36 hrs notice. Beach Service -Hugely lacking with respect to chair service -We spent at least 14 hours (over 6 separate times) at the beach chairs- we were given drinking water once and never solicited for bar drinks or f

A top notch get away in the Bahamas. The Cove is beautifully tucked away and lushly landscaped. The staff is outstanding and anxious to make your stay memorable. The food is delicious and really fresh and we hardly left the resort. This where you want to go to truly unwind. You will be pampered and leave feeling so refreshed and renewed. We highly recommend The Cove.

My husband and I just returned from our stay at The Cove. Relaxing would be an understatement. This location and facility is just wonderful. Two private beaches with crystal clear water, an infinity edge saltwater pool, very friendly staff -- all highlights of our trip. The island itself is very underdeveloped for the most part. The Cove is an oasis like no other. We were told it was 70% occupied, but we felt like we were one of the only people there. I would give it 5 stars, but there were a few things that I felt like could be improved upon: -No mini fridge in the room--could have really used this. -They asked us twice if we were celebrating anything, so we mentioned our anniversary. But there was zero acknowledgement of that. I would have appreciated a complimentary glass of champagne or dessert. Why ask if you won't do anything? -They need better service at the beach. Three men sat in the activities hut all day long. Asked me if I needed water once that morning, then never checked on me again. I literally saw them sitting on their phones and chatting all day while I had to get up and ask each time I needed something. -The food was good, but not great. Outrageously expensive drinks. (My husband mentioned to a local resident that we were staying at The Cove and he replied "Oh, the really expensive place with the mediocre food and expensive drinks?" kinda...) Be aware there is major construction happening on the bluff adjacent to the property. It was loud. I know they cannot help that, but it appeared to be in the very first stages, so it may be going on for quite awhile. Just disturbed the quiet is all.