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On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks.

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks.

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free cottage has a garden and barbecues. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Hartswell cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Valerie R. Noyes

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside of cottage allowed.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Note from host: No children under 12 years of age.
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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Hartswell, Great Exuma, Bahamas

What's nearby

  • Rolletown Tombs - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Fowl Cay - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 17 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Little Exuma Beaches - 19 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Palm Bay Beach - 20 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haulover Bay Restaurant, Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪One 80 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cheaters - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lucayan Archipelago and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Rolletown Tombs. Fowl Cay and Tropic of Cancer Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

6 stars if I could!
A most wonderful and relaxing stay in Valerie’s cottage. The cottage was spotlessly clean and lacked for nothing. Quiet, safe, and well located location. We enjoyed the amenities and used the kayaks to get over to Moriah Harbour Cay and the unpopulated beaches. Valerie made sure we lacked for nothing and was a wealth of local information. Best of all, her dogs were our daily visitors.Thanks for everything, we hope to return someday!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

This property was amazing
The cottage is quaint with a beautiful view. It’s quite and close to the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen. Valerie is a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

So relaxing!
My husband and I spent a week at this cottage. We agree that this was one of the most peaceful, restful vacations we have had, due in large part to the cottage and its owner, Valerie. It is outfitted with everything we need, but if we asked for anything Valerie very quickly took care of us. The cottage is small but very cosy, and we found the bed to be quite comfortable. We enjoyed our morning coffee in the beautiful screened in porch. We look forward to returning - hopefully next year. The pool is wonderful, and we enjoyed kayaking from the private beach. Thank you for everything, Valerie!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

shena v.

Great Stay
Valerie is a great host. The cottages and pool are nice. Turtles at the dock. We had a wonderful time. Loved her dogs and all the others we saw. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Exuma vacation Cottages
This is a great place to stay. Very quiet and relaxing. Valerie is great and knows the area very well. We will definitely stay there again in the near future.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Charming Cottage with great adventures awaiting!
We had a delightful stay at this small cottage, which despite its age, provided all the necessities for a comfortable retreat. The location was absolutely perfect for our adventure-filled getaway, offering easy access to nearby beautiful, secluded beaches! While kayaking to the nearby Cays, we saw sting rays, turtles, and sharks! The host was incredibly accommodating and helpful, ensuring we had everything we needed throughout our stay. If you're looking for a cozy escape with basic necessities away from crowds and fantastic outdoor opportunities, this cottage is an excellent choice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack O.

Very cool spot
Very cool spot, easy walk to water with kayak launch. Owner very nice and helpful. Is a good way from Georgetown so stop at store on thebway
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Great Place!
Very affordable quaint clean stay with a pool! We saw a sea turtle right at the dock and more while kayaking. Valerie was very friendly & an accommodating host. Close to Tropic of Cancer beach & Blu Restaurant (our favorite places on the island.) We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian G.

Excellent Stay At Exuma Vacation Cottages
Our stay at Exuma Vacation Cottages was wonderful. Valerie is a terrific host who ensured we had all we needed to enjoy our stay. Our cottage was stocked with all the necessities and then some. We found the beach blankets and chairs provided to be very helpful as we went out to the beaches each day. The pool was excellent to come home to after a long day, and the dogs were also so welcoming each time we returned from a long day. Overall, a great stay with a wonderful host. We would definitely stay here again on a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Exima vacation
We had a delightful time. Valerie was very conscientious and checked on us frequently to see if we needed anything. Property has its own private beach and dock. The cottages were built in the 1960’s but have ac etc. we would return again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy E.

Great stay!
One of our best trips to Exuma ever! This was our first stay here and we have already planned a return in July. Nothing compares to the peace, tranquility and beauty of Moriah Harbour with it's stunning beaches and sandbars, crystal clear waters and sea life. We took full advantage of the kayaks available to guests. The cottages were clean and comfortable and the owner, Valerie, was a delight and very eager to make sure we had a nice stay. We also loved meeting her sweet dogs, Chica and Bridget. Looking forward to our return in July!!! Thank you Valerie:)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Amazing Exuma Cottage
Valerie was such a kind host. And made sure we had anything we needed The cottage was so cozy and had everything you would need. We had a wonderful time kayaking around the property . Me and my wife will be back and not hesitate to rent this cottage again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

Perfectly Goldilocks
It’s not to fancy and not to rough, just perfect for a peaceful serene stay. Our stay in a cottage was wonderful. The place was clean and very well supplied. Valerie was a great host and offered help as needed. The kayak was nice for paddling around the beautiful beach and the pool was solar heated to just the right temperature. It is definitely on our mind as a place to return to.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

A Wonderful Housekeeping Cottage and Excellent Hostess!
So glad we booked our stay at Valerie's cottage - it was spotlessly clean and well stocked - a pleasant screened porch for cocktails and having the kayaks available to paddle Moriah Harbor, as well as the heated pool were all added bonuses. Loved staying at the quieter end of the island, near three of the best beaches, too! We really enjoyed meeting Valerie, a delightful woman full of good Island information, and her sweet dogs, too. It was a very relaxing and tranquil stay for us! Thank You, Valerie - we miss you!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Just as described
The cottage was just as described! The location was perfect for kayaking to Moriah harbor. It was very clean and the A/C worked great. Wifi worked well. It is small, and no TV service. For us it served its purpose to do exuma on a budget.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

cole M.

A great peaceful getaway
This cottage was the perfect place for us to spend our week relaxing. The dock on the property allowed us to keep our rental boat in the water and ready to go all week. The cottage was very clean and had everything that we needed. Valerie made sure that we always felt right at home and even took us to town to get groceries. Having great air conditioning and Wifi was very nice to come back to at the end of the day. Relaxing by the pool was always a nice way to spend time especially with all of the flowers and tropical plants that surround it. We had an amazing time and cant wait to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Amazing
Valarie is the sweetest host! She checked on us every day to make sure we had what we needed. The cottage was cute and perfect for the two of us. We had everything we needed to cook meals. The power went off a few times which is common for the island, but the cottage stayed nice and cool the entire time. My husband who is always hot never complained and actually turned the AC up a few times because it was working so well! The location was great for seclusion and quiet! The kayaks were a wonderful amenity and we saw many turtles, fish, and a few sharks while touring Moriah harbor. There were 2 turtles who hung out in the private Bay Area every day which was so cool to see!! We didn’t use the pool but it looked beautiful and very clean. We were a short drive to little exuma and not too far from Georgetown. We would happily stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

The best spot in Exuma.
Valerie is one of those people that anyone is lucky to meet in life. Such a wonderful person and an amazing host. We found the location to be the perfect place to explore everything around the island and beyond. Located right on the Mariah Harbour Cay National Park we had an amazing experience using the kayaks provided to easily paddle around and see the absolute beauty this place has to offer. Only a 15min drive to Georgetown was easy to access boat rentals and water taxis to Stocking Island. Valerie did everything possible for us to enjoy our stay and make us feel safe and comfortable. Thank-you for sharing your amazing place with us. We hope to return again as soon as we are able.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Lisa D.

Great place if you like camping
This rental was a lot more rustic than we thought from the listing, even by Bahamian standards (this was our 7th rental in the Bahamas). One bedroom was the only room that was dry walled and had an air conditioning duct, so this is where I spent most of the time when indoors. We had to keep the windows closed at night due to the no-seeums, common here, but it was difficult to cool the rest of the cabin. Wiring was exposed due to no drywall but was painted over. The bathroom was a real issue, as the lip of the shower was rotted out (I could tell by the ants coming in and out of it) and I’m allergic to mold, so we ended up leaving. The cabin was spotless and kept very clean. The best part is the water access. There is a new dock and we had a good time kayaking and sitting on the dock looking at the starfish and even saw some turtles from the kayak. This would be a great rental for campers who would like a few more amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great basecamp for all of your adventures!
We had a great visit to Exuma and loved staying at Valerie's cottage. The location is far enough away from the business of George Town but close enough to venture into town if you are inclined to do so. The deck with access to the water and kayaks is an easy stroll down to the end of the road, and wow - what a view! The cottage itself was immaculately clean, quiet and perfectly appointed - Valerie has thought of everything! She had all of the basic necessities and even offered to pick up items for us each time she went into town. We loved spending time on the screened porch, and the cross breezes throughout the cottage made it the perfect temperature for sleeping or relaxing between adventures. We found it to be a wonderful location, nice and quiet. Valerie is a lovely woman and we had the added pleasure of meeting some return guests who spend several months at the cottages each year. The resident dogs, Chica and BridgeIt were a welcome sight every time we came and went. Bartlett, a visiting black lab, was also a wonderful host. The pool was a nice option from the beach, but with so much to see and do, we didn't spend much time there. The kayaking, snorkeling, swimming in the ocean, beach hopping, restaurant touring, all made for a wonderful vacation, and Valerie's cottages are the ideal basecamp. We would definitely recommend this property. Valerie is a gem. 5 stars all the way around!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delayne W., Hernando, MS

Great Experience, Beautiful Location, Short Kayak or Drive to Beach
This was our first trip to Exuma and we didn't want to stay on a resort property or in Georgetown. After researching many properties from one end of the island to the other we settled on Valerie's Cottages. If you are looking for the resort vibe this is not your place...if you want a clean place to stay, fa great hostess, peace, quiet, and relaxing time you have found it. Valerie was helpful even before we arrived, she let us know that the island was celebrating a 4 day holiday weekend and offered to purchase groceries, beer, and liquor to get us by until the shops opened back up on Tuesday. When we arrived she and her sweet dogs greeted us in the driveway and showed us around our cottage (we stayed in #3). It is a very short walk down the hill to the dock where there is a kayak launch. We kayaked over to Mariah Cay on 2 different days, packed a small soft cooler with lunch and adult beverages and absolutely loved having a private beach to enjoy to ourselves. (Just pay attention to the high/low tide times before you head out) The pool was a nice addition to the property. Hartswell is about a 20 min drive from Georgetown. It takes less than 10 minutes to reach Forbes Hill Beach (my favorite) and 15-20 minutes to reach Santana's and Mom's Bakery in Williams Town. If you have a larger group you can rent more than one cottage. As a side note we recommend Coastline Adventures to hit all of the fun things to do/see on the outer Cays, Shirley's Fish Fry, Eddie's Edgewater Restaurant, Santana's, and Mom's Bakery. We also had a good experience renting a car from Thompsons across from the airport.....just watch out for all those tire eating potholes on the island!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Wonderful stay!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Valeries cottages. They were clean and comfortable and Valerie went out of her way to make our stay a great one. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

BEST VACA EVER!!
Ms. Valerie is the most perfect host!! She accommodated our every request. We loved the cottages, loved the location, loved every thing about it! The pool feels amazing after a day at the beaches. We had everything we needed for cooking meals too. We kayaked out to Moriah Cay thanks to her letting us use the kayaks. Exuma is truly paradise. We also loved getting to play with Chika and Bridgett. They are sweet dogs. We can NOT wait to return to Exuma, and you better believe we will be staying with Ms. Valerie again!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelley W.

Could not have asked for a better stay!!!
Valerie is the best!!! Very helpful and accommodating in every way! The cottage was great and the location was perfect! Our only complaint is we wish we could have stayed longer! Already planning our next vacation there!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Another retirement trip!
We really enjoyed staying in Valerie’s cottage. It had everything that you needed, love having a screened in porch to sit out on. There wasn’t any traffic except people going to the church just past the cottage. So peaceful and beaches all around the area, I really enjoyed Forbs Hill Beach and Pretty Molly Bay Beach, as they were just a short drive away. Valerie can tell you where to shop for groceries as well as restaurants to eat at, really anything you wanted to know she can tell you, or she will find out. We will return one day, for now we are heading to places we’ve never been before!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022