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Ranked by VRBO/HomeAway Top 10 Most Unique Rentals Worldwide, Walk to Town.

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 342 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

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

Ranked by VRBO/HomeAway Top 10 Most Unique Rentals Worldwide, Walk to Town.


PLEASE READ OUR ENTIRE LISTING DESCRIPTION so you understand exactly what you are renting. We break everything down by section so it is easy to read and understand.

WHO WE ARE AS HOSTS;
We have been VRBO/HomeAway Premier Hosts since 2016 so you can book with confidence. We have many thousands of reviews online for our 20+ properties in multiple locations and countries. Our average review rating for all properties is 4.95 stars average out of 5.0 stars.

PERKS YOU ONLY GET WITH US;
When booking with us our guests, (and only our guests), receive discounts on the swimming pigs, adventure tours, fishing charters and snorkel trips. You will also get a special discount when using our car rental guy. We also have an incredible and extensive Trip Planner Document that provides each guest awesome tips on everything from; where to eat and drink, the best beaches, blue holes, cave systems, and all the best stuff to do all over the island. Most guests find that document to be invaluable for a great trip. We offer our guests also a kayak, a SUP, snorkel gear, beach umbrella and beach chairs FREE with your stay.

COTTAGE LOCATION;
The cottage is in a great location in Hachet Bay which is small town with friendly people in the upper middle part of the island which is perfect for exploring everything to the north and south. We are located 25 minutes from Governor's Harbor Airport and 35 minutes from North Eleuthera Airport. The little town has restaurants, bars, beaches and food stores you can walk to. It is very safe and friendly even for single female visitors at night. There are many other additional world class beaches and other restaurants and adventures within minutes of the cottage.

COTTAGE DESCRIPTION;
The property is situated on a stunningly beautiful 2 acre peninsula with over 500 feet of shoreline and a few other cottages yet all are private with foliage and fencing. The studio style air conditioned cottage has an awesome deck that overhangs the ocean. There is a table and chairs for al-fresco dining and two lounge chairs for lying out in the sun. You will see Eagle Rays swimming by daily and all sorts of marine life from the deck. The interior is open and bright with fabulous ocean views from the sleeping area and the kitchen windows. Just keep in mind it is studio style design with a King bed in the sleeping area - please see our listing photos. Note we allow 2 adults and a small child 12 and under to stay, but we do not allow 3 adults. The bed is a very high quality memory phone mattress. Listening to the ocean each night as you fall asleep along with the gentle trade winds provides for some real peace and tranquility. A small inside dining table for 2 people and small, but full kitchen. The kitchen has a 4 burner gas stove with oven, kitchen sink, full size fridge, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker and all the normal kitchen gadgets. There is a large bathroom with custom tile walk in shower. There is a 36" flat screen TV mounted on a wall shelf with cable TV. The property has Wi-Fi, both inside the cottage an on the expansive property grounds. There are beach chairs, outdoor shower and a charcoal grill. ***Safety note if you are traveling with small children, the deck railings run horizontal and not vertical so a small child could fit through the slats just so you are aware. See photos to see what we mean. Overall this is one of the most stunning rentals on the island with the insanely dramatic deck views all at an affordable price.

RATES AND FEES;
The only fee we charge our guests is a low cleaning fee which is displayed when you book your stay. Keep in mind there are booking fees charged by VRBO/HomeAway which they keep. There are no sales taxes charged in Eleuthera like other places. We charge a low nightly rate and offer a 10% discount for stays of 7 nights or longer and a 20% discount for stays of 30 days or longer.

SUPPORT THE LOCAL ECONOMY;
Unlike the 95% of rental properties that are owned by foreigners, this property is owned by the McCardy family who are local Bahamians. So the funds you are spending goes right back into the local economy versus being wired to some foreign bank account which we think is pretty darn awesome.

PETS AND SUPPORT ANIMALS:
Please note we do not accept any pets, emotional, support or therapy animals due to extreme allergies/health related issues in our family.

ELEUTHERA IS NOT FOR EVERYONE;
If Miami Beach or Vegas is your thing we respectfully suggest you pick a different destination. Eleuthera is a sleepy island with some flaws; bad roads, dated infrastructure, there can be power / water / internet outages and the occasional gecko on the wall. The trade off is going back in time 75 years to an unspoiled gorgeous island where you will explore the most stunning beaches you have ever seen and have them usually all to yourself. The seafood is fantastically good. The people are warm and genuine, crime is very low and the vibe is super chill. We love it and so do 95% of our guests.

-Marielbys

Property manager

Marielbys Maniglia and Thomas Rosen

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 450 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ranked Vrbo homeaway House
Ranked Vrbo homeaway as one top 10 Most Unique Rentals World
Ranked Vrbo homeaway

About the neighborhood

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Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera, Bahamas, Central Eleuthera

What's nearby

  • Hatchet Bay Cave - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Rainbow Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Surfers Beach - 16 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Gaulding Cay Beach - 28 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Glass Window Bridge - 29 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Governor's Harbour (GHB) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Front Porch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rainbow Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Unca Jenes - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Twin Brothers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Da Corner Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ranked by VRBO/HomeAway as a top 10 most unique rentals in all the world!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ranked by VRBO/HomeAway as a top 10 most unique rentals in all the world!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ranked by VRBO/HomeAway as a top 10 most unique rentals in all the world!!!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ranked by VRBO/HomeAway as a top 10 most unique rentals in all the world!!! located?

Located in the heart of Alice Town, this vacation home is steps from Lucayan Archipelago and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Hatchet Bay Cave. Surfers Beach and Rainbow Bay Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Ranked by VRBO/HomeAway Top 10 Most Unique Rentals Worldwide, Walk to Town. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We had a great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The cottage had everything we needed. We especially liked the balcony with a beautiful view of the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed this private small cottage surrounded by inspiring ocean views and so close to the Triple TLC General Store where we found many necessary items for our fridge. The front porch restaurant is great and nearby. Hosts were accessible and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

1 week very relaxed with wonderful view
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Nice, private, quiet, calming cabin right on the water. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The property is so peaceful and the ocean view is simply breathtaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

This place was beautiful, the house was exactly as described. We woke up each morning and enjoyed coffee on the deck watching the sunrise and taking in the beautiful view. We save stingrays swimming nearby several days, purchased a fishing pole (left it in the house) and tried fishing a little, didn’t catch anything but still enjoyed it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The Sea Spray cottage was accurately represented in the listing. We saw sting rays from the deck, and watched every sunrise and sunset. The house was stocked with the basics, but also had books and maps of the island beaches and snorkeling spots, left by the owners or past guests. We contributed a map to the pile when we left. Couldn’t have asked for more. It was gorgeous and felt completely private, with the safety of knowing the owner was close by if needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

This property is amazing. We arrived a day late due to flight issues and Nicole was flexible in letting us change everything by a day. We had a great AC, an outdoor shower, and the views were incredible. The bed was probably the most comfortable bed I have ever slept on. Plenty of privacy and we even saw a sea turtle from our deck. We would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a quiet romantic getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

This was our second trip staying on this property. We absolutely love it!! It’s perfect for spending a day exploring the island then grilling and eating on the deck with its fabulous views. There is even a sea turtle that comes by to show off every afternoon! I couldn’t imagine staying anywhere else
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

The view from the deck was amazing, we watched sea turtles, spotted rays and a variety of fish. My only suggestion for improvement would be a bigger coffee pot, the rest was perfect for a few week stay. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

We loved our stay at the sea spray cottage ! The owners are so friendly and helpful , and the views are absolutely spectacular! We cannot wait to return someday !
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

Just as presented on the listing - clean, comfortable, and quiet. Beautiful waterfront location. Perfect for our long weekend stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We had an excellent time in our few days here and plan on coming back. Owners are very attentive and made sure we were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2016

10/10

Thank you for letting us stay at your adorable cottage. We will definitely be visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Cottage was what we were looking for in privacy and low key. Hatchet Bay was a quiet little town and the people were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10

We enjoyed our stay at Sea Spray Cottage. The information that was given to use prior to arrival was invaluable and really enhanced our experience on the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

My wife and I stayed at Seaspray for over a week. The check in process was extremely easy and hosts were very responsive over email. The rental was clean and the bed was very comfortable. The views off the front deck was AMAZING. The location was very convenient and short drive to many beaches and points of interest. Overall, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This was the most wonderful and unique rental we’ve ever stayed in. The view was incredible watching all the fish below while eating lunch on the wrap around deck. It was so incredibly clean and organized, very comfortable bed, cable tv everything you need in a kitchen for two. We cooked most our meals. we love to fish and there was fishing available below some days we never left. Highly recommended and we hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Breathtaking views, nice local feel and close to all the northern attractions to see and explore! Never saw any stingrays or fish though🤷🏻‍♀️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10

The water was beautiful and we really enjoyed the beach at rainbow bay. It’s challenging to get around the settlements because there are very few street signs or signage on businesses. Don’t be afraid to ask around for what you what. We found it to be the easiest.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This cottage is perfect if you're looking to focus only on the beautiful waves and water around you. A great family environment all around. There's also a great bar restaurant within walking distance into Hatchet bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016

10/10

My husband and I had a great stay. Everything was exactly as pictured. Kitchen was small but we had everything we needed to cook a daily breakfast. Bed was extremely comfortable. Best part was the deck with the million dollar view. Stars were incredible at night also. Great neighborhood to stay in with walking distance to a few restaurants and friendly neighbors to greet whenever we went for walks. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

This is my second trip to Sea Spray, and it was blissful again! So much peace and quiet and great location and warm, friendly hostess-I will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

With a beautiful and private view of the sea this place was amazing. There are some great places to explore not far both north and south from the town of hatchet bay/ Alice town. My girlfriend and I truly loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022