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Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor

Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Spanish Wells, Spanish Wells
  • AirportNorth Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.)19 min drive
  • Popular LocationBen Bay Beach108 min drive
  • Popular LocationTay Bay Beach112 min drive
  • Popular LocationPink Sand Beach116 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6
93 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds
Common area
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor

The Harbour House 2016 renovation is complete and this charming 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage is available for rent. Situated on the Southeast end of the island, 30 feet from the water's edge, in Spanish Wells' protected harbor, the Harbour House is ideal for many vacationers including families, friends, couples and fishing buddies. The first floor is open (and fully air conditioned) with the living room, dining area and kitchen all flowing from one to the next. A portion of the living area can be made into a semi private sleeping area with a day bed that converts into a king size bed or 2 twins. The other portion of the living room has a comfortable couch and chair for lounging, watching cable TV or surfing the Internet through included WiFi. Also on the first floor is a full size bathroom with a shower/tub combination. The bright and colorful kitchen, equipped with all of the necessary dishes and cookware, also has a full size refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave and chest freezer. Just a few steps from the kitchen, out the back door, is a private deck with a gas BBQ grill, table, chairs and outdoor shower. Arguably the best feature of the main level is the full length porch, on the front side of the cottage, that faces the harbor. With Adirondack chairs and 3 ceiling fans, your comfort is assured as you watch boats, of all shapes, sizes and origins, pass through the harbor.

The second floor of the cottage has been completely remodeled with 2 bedrooms, bathroom with shower, separate vanity, laundry room and air conditioning throughout. The master bedroom has a queen size bed, ceiling fan, views of the harbor and separate air conditioning control. Just outside the master bedroom is the vanity sink, bathroom and shower. The second bedroom has 2 twin beds, views of the harbor, ceiling fan and separate air conditioning control. A laundry room, with a full size washer and dryer, is provided for guest convenience.

With the standard rental rate set at $185 per night, (4 night min) the Harbour House is the best value for waterfront property on Spanish Wells. Access to the beaches on the North and West side of the island are only a few minute ride on a golf cart from the cottage. Other necessities, such as grocery stores, shops, churches and restaurants are within easy walking distance of the cottage. If you're a boating enthusiast (reason the Harbour House was purchased) you can simply hop in your boat, (owned or rental) that is conveniently moored in front of the cottage and go on a different adventure each day of your vacation. The options are nearly endless. You could spend the day on one of the many pristine beaches on Royal, Russell, Meeks Patch or Egg Island, snorkel and fish Devils Backbone reef, go offshore fishing for dolphin, wahoo and tuna, visit the Glass Bridge and Queen's bath or head north to the Abacos or south to the Exumas for those that are more adventurous . The possibilities, when you have a boat, are nearly endless and with the Harbour House's affordable rate you can add a boat rental to your vacation and still come out ahead when compared to other waterfront properties on Spanish Wells.

The Harbour House is a comfortable, kid friendly cottage, conveniently located on Spanish Wells, with all the amenities needed to ensure a relaxing, fun filled vacation. If you choose our cottage our local care taker, Johnny, will assist you with airport transportation, meet you when you arrive on the island, acclimate you to the Harbour House and Spanish Wells, address any situation that may arise during your stay and will have available any rental items you may need for your vacation. (Johnny rents golf carts, boats, paddle boards, sea kayaks and fishing gear)

The calendar is always kept up to date, so if the cottage is available for your desired dates, please let us know if we can help with your lodging needs.


Property manager

Joe Brandon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Freezer
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' Protected Harbor Cottage

About the area

Spanish Wells

Located in Spanish Wells, this cottage is on the waterfront. Government Dock and Fisherman's Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pink Sand Beach and Lucayan Archipelago. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Current Bay Beach - 12 min drive
  • Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic - 57 min drive
  • Ben Bay Beach - 108 min drive
  • Tay Bay Beach - 112 min drive
  • Pink Sand Beach - 116 min drive

Getting around

  • North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Budda's Snack Shack - 12 min walk
  • Sandbar bar & grill - 7 min drive
  • Wreckers Restaurant & Bar - 14 min walk
  • Eagles Landing - 17 min walk
  • Shipyard Restaurant - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor located?

This family-friendly Spanish Wells cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lucayan Archipelago and Ben Bay Beach. Briland's Blue Hole and Current Bay Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaime D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect harbourside cottage!
Great spot. Easy to get to everything. Clean & comfortable. Charming decor! It’s now blue though, not yellow as pictured. Will stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Harbor Retreat and Fisherman’s Paradise
This was our second visit to Spanish Wells and we chose to stay close to the center of town this visit and were thrilled with the location! Harbor House is a close walk to all of the restaurants, beaches and I’m the docks are a perfect place to fish! We love SW and hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spanish Wells Stay
This cute cottage was all we expected in our stay at Spanish Wells. It had all the necessary amenities. We loved sitting on the porch, watching water traffic and fishermen come and go while enjoying the porch ceiling fans. The sunrises and sunsets were phenomenal. Close to a fun restaurant and shopping. We will definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing downtown harbor front location.
Harbor House was perfect for our visit to Spanish Wells! The house is located right on the waterfront in the small downtown area. My husband and I traveled with another couple, the house was large enough, there was even room for another couple or kids. The care takers Johnnie and Nancy were absolutely amazing and so helpful; we rented a golf cart (A MUST) for our entire stay, and a boat for two of the days from them too. The cart was at the house when we arrived, and they were there to greet us. They also arranged transportation to the island from Eleuthera for us. We are already planning our next trip to Spanish Wells and hope to stay in the Harbor House.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Little Cottage
Loved our stay at the Harbor House. Perfect for 4 people. Located at the entrance of the Spanish Wells Harbor which means can be a little busy at times with ships coming in delivering cargo but thoroughly enjoyed watching the ships maneuver and would walk over to watch them unload. Very close to the ferry terminal and within walking distance of restaurants and grocery stores. Johnny and Nancy, the property managers were very helpful and were quick to respond to any request. Very relaxing vacation and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shevaun K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple Cottage / excellent prop mgr
We enjoyed our stay. The biggest bonus was Johnny the prop mgr who went above and beyond to help us. Cant say enough about how his kindness impacted our enjoyment of the property. The owner was also excellent in communicating. We are only a tad older 🤫so we found the steps to the second floor a little daunting but its typical for an older (probably historic) fishing cottage. The main living room area was charming and inviting. We would have preferred one room not twin beds but understand thats best for overall Rentability. Lastly we were glad johnny arranged a golf cart for us as we had delayed arrivals and it made life easier. Everyone was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen J., Perkinsfield Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
A step back in time:)
First off I gotta give Joe 10 stars, just for putting up with the aggravation I caused him lol. Between my flight cancellations and changing and cancelling dates, he was very accommodating. The house is as cute as a button, everything you need for your holiday. I would definitely recommend his house, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as advertised
If you want a boat and a dock in front of your house And friendly people passing by then this is the place for you. Johnny & Nancy were fantastic people (as well as all the Spanish Wells people). Joe, the owner was very accommodating. We will definitely be back. Thanks, Patti & Greg.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity in Spanish Wells
The Harbour House is a perfect cottage for a tranquil retreat. It is characteristically Bahamian and is an adorable cottage. Nearly everything you could want is available and ready to go. The location and view are fantastic. Before we left, we did not believe we would find ourselves sitting on the front porch for hours...but we sat on the front porch for hours watching the boats, golf carts & people come/go. Spanish Wells is by far the quietest, safest, and friendliest of the Islands in this area - we did day trips to most of them during our trip. If you are looking for a tranquil retreat surrounded by the friendliest locals, and in a place that looks like paradise - this is the home/trip for you.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little House on the Harbor
This is the house to rent if you are a boater. It is conveniently located in town, on the harbor, with your boat docked right across the street. We had some traveling issues due to the pandemic, and the owner and the caretaker were very helpful and good people. We loved staying here and love Spanish Wells, we will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020