South Pimlico is a premier 65-acre private island offering a vast and versatile canvas in the heart of the North Eleuthera archipelago. As one of the three distinct islands known as the Pimlico chain, it represents a rare opportunity to acquire significant freehold acreage in a region defined by its high-end boutique tourism and elite residential communities. With more than three miles of diverse water frontage and a strategic location near the boating hubs of Spanish Wells and Harbour Island, South Pimlico is an ideal candidate for a sustainable eco-resort or an expansive private family estate.
Property Details
The island is currently in its pristine, natural state, allowing for a bespoke development approach from the ground up.
Topography: Unlike many low-lying Bahamian cays, South Pimlico features excellent natural elevations. These ridges provide multiple building sites that are naturally protected from sea-level rise while offering panoramic 360-degree views of the turquoise Bahamian banks.
Development Potential: The island's scale supports a wide range of visions, from a low-density "glamping" or wellness retreat to a high-luxury compound. Its proximity to established supply chains in Spanish Wells significantly lowers the logistical hurdles typical of private island construction.
Investment Profile: South Pimlico is part of a rapidly appreciating corridor. As adjacent islands like Royal Island move toward major resort development, large contiguous tracts like South Pimlico are becoming increasingly finite trophy assets.
Land and Water
The island's most compelling feature is its extensive and highly functional shoreline.
Deepwater Access: Much of the three-mile coastline features sheltered, deepwater access. This is a critical asset for yacht owners, allowing for the construction of substantial private dockage or a boutique marina facility that can accommodate large vessels in protected conditions.
The Shoreline: The island features a combination of rocky outcroppings, native mangroves, and pockets of sandy beach. The surrounding shallows are a playground for bonefishing, kayaking, and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters.
Neighborhood: The island is nestled within the "nursery" of the North Eleuthera banks, where marine life thrives in the calm, protected waters between Current Island and the main Eleuthera coast.
Access and Utilities
Despite its feeling of absolute seclusion, South Pimlico is one of the most accessible private islands in the Bahamas.
Transit: A 20-minute boat ride delivers you to the docks of Spanish Wells, where you’ll find world-class marinas, gourmet grocery stores, and professional marine services.
Aviation: The North Eleuthera International Airport (ELH) is less than 15 minutes from the nearest mainland dock. The airport features a private FBO and regular commercial flights from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Atlanta.
Utilities: Currently off-grid, the island is a prime candidate for a 100% solar-hybrid infrastructure. The consistent trade winds and high sun-exposure make Gauging North Eleuthera ideal for a self-sufficient, green-energy estate.
Lifestyle and Value
Life at South Pimlico is defined by the luxury of space. It is a place where you can inhabit 65 acres of wilderness while remaining 30 minutes away from a sunset dinner on Harbour Island. In a 2026 market where "buffer space" and accessibility are the dual drivers of value, South Pimlico stands as a strategic holding. It offers the profound silence of the Out Islands with the elite convenience of the North Eleuthera corridor—a rare combination that makes it a definitive Caribbean legacy.
