re: Eleuthera

Harbor island is the most upscale. If you do not stay there, you can do a day trip. Spanish Wells is going to be the poor man's version of Harbor Island. Not s nice but much more laid back. Sort of like a Florida Key.

Splurge for lunch or dinner at the Dunmore House on Harbor Island. There are not a whole lot of dining options on Eleuthera, but they are sufficient. You just have to explore.

The farther south you go on the island, the farther you are away from the "action", which may be what you want. There are several resorts on the island and several houses to rent. I have stayed at the Cove. It is a well done resort. We visited other areas and resorts. they were not as nice as the Cove, but they may have something that you are looking for (i.e. less cost, away from it all, less pretentious, etc.)

I have also stayed in an eco-cabin near Governor's harbor. I liked it, but I think my wife wanted something a little nicer and more "resorty". A car is a must have if you want to explore the island. Getting around is easy.