Title: Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22480000/22478000/22477978/a0dd9792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22480000/22478000/22477978/40723152.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22480000/22478000/22477978/365473e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22480000/22478000/22477978/d2590c5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22480000/22478000/22477978/ee4e748b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Hope Town, Dunwanderin offers a serene haven with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms in a historic village cottage setting. Centrally located on Lover's Lane, this charming abode is steps away from the local coffee house and within walking distance to beautiful beaches. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock Located in the very heart of the picturesque settlement of Hope Town, "Dunwanderin" is a fully renovated historic cottage exuding charm and elegance. The house is nestled within lush tropical vegetation on Lover’s Lane, assuring shade and privacy and absent of vehicular traffic. All modern conveniences are provided in an open and airy floor plan with an abundance of natural light. Merely steps away are all the amenities for a truly authentic Bahamian stay - a beautiful sandy ocean beach, the scenic harbour and famous lighthouse, quaint shops, grocery stores, varied eateries, and public dock. The friendly locals and a safe, tranquil, family-friendly environment are especially appealing to vacationers who prefer an alternative to cruise ships, mega-resorts, "compounds", and maddening crowds. Dunwanderin offers the best of the best. The rear deck features a large dining table, comfortable furnishings for lounging, and a giant umbrella when shade is desirable. The two main bedrooms feature queen beds with high quality mattresses and linens. The TV room/study has a sleeper sofa that unfolds into a very comfortable queen bed (a rarity). Upstairs is a full bathroom and downstairs is a half bath, paired with one of the nicest outdoor showers on the island. The house is optimal for 4 people, but will easily accommodate 2 more on the sleeper sofa. Key Features: 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms in an historic village cottage Central location on Lover's Lane Fully restored, simple yet elegant design Walking distance to shops, restaurants, docks, harbour, and beach Private Dock offering convenient access for boats up to 30 feet. Very well equipped kitchen Fully automated backup generator Cistern water filtered and UV sterilized Fiber optic internet/wifi TVs in living room and bedrooms that stream and have cable Pickleball courts a block away Commercial laundromat nearby Property management company next door No pets About the Owners: The owners honeymooned on Elbow Cay in 1982. They designed, built, and maintained a popular 6 bedroom oceanfront rental house just south of town for 25 years, and which they sold in 2024. Immediately thereafter they fell in love with and purchased Dunwanderin, which is now their pride and joy. Recent Improvements: NEW OWNERS - 25 yrs of rental home ownership on Elbow Cay New queen beds in 3 rooms New living room furnishings New “island” artwork throughout New deck furniture, awnings, umbrella New plumbing and light fixtures New water filtration/sterilization system New TVs with cable and streaming New window blinds New sound system New kitchen accessories, appliances New Weber gas grill Small makeovers/improvements too numerous to list Detailed information on the house and area, extensive photos, and a virtual tour await your exploration at the house website. Links are not allowed on this page – so please enter dunwanderin(dot)net in your browser. “PLEASE NOTE THAT PRICING IS NOT GUARANTEED UNTIL CONFIRMED BY ELBOW CAY PROPERTIES” \*Please note that this property does have security cameras and a full description and location can be viewed in your contract or you can contact us directly for more details.\* TIN #130700476 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 AM ### 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### Property is also known as 2318-138123 ## About the area Located in Hope Town, this vacation home is near the beach. Hope Town Lighthouse and Wyannie Malone Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lucayan Archipelago and Garbanzo Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. [Visit our Hope Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hope-Town.dx10066) [View more Vacation homes in Hope Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Hope-Town-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10066-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.53990%2C-76.95884&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CdG2v4sIj3IOwHvmdX7ec0edGRc=) Elbow Cay, Central Abaco ### What's nearby - Wyannie Malone Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Hope Town Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Garbanzo Beach - 9 min drive - 4.9 km - Tahiti Beach - 12 min drive - 6.2 km ### Restaurants - ‪Captain Jack's - ‬4 min drive - Colors by the Sea - ‪Firefly Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Abaco Inn - ‬7 min drive - Boat Harbour Pool Bar ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock? > Check-out is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Wyannie Malone Museum. Hope Town Lighthouse is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 40 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mindy S. Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay in Hope Town. Everything about the house was great! So quaint and interesting. The art on the walls was local and so pleasing to look at it. A well loved and taken care of house! ##### Mindy S. Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon M. Apr 22, 2024 #### Donwanderin Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The best ever. ##### Sharon M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen O F. Apr 15, 2025 #### Ideal Cottage! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Dunwanderin is a lovely cottage with all the amenities. Kitchen is easy to work in. The outside space is magical with plenty of seating and very refreshing in the late afternoon. The outside shower was one of the best ever used. Overall great house to reset. ##### Maureen O F. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce T. Nov 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Elbow Cay Dunwanderin is a charming property. Very quaint, historical architecture with all the modern conveniences. We came for a wedding thinking this would be a once in a lifetime opportunity. After learning some history of Hope Town, all the friendly people, dining and of course the beach, I think we will be back. ##### Bruce T. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Arnold S. Nov 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### We have an extra key. Where should we send it. We r property Owers on Elbow Cay had Family reunion Everything was fine ##### Arnold S. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean J. Apr 27, 2023 #### Cute, cute, cute! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: You will love this quaint cottage situated right behind Vernon’s! The inside is perfectly decorated and very clean. The outside has a secluded deck with a table large enough for your family to enjoy. We only wished it had a front porch to people watch and mirrors in the bedrooms (also in need of a full length mirror). We all said we would stay here again in a heartbeat!!! ##### Jean J. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim H. Aug 11, 2019 #### Elbow cay experience Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location. Easy to work with. Fully equipped. Nice place. Loved the outdoor shower. Rental has an issue with the upstairs air conditioner leaking over the downstairs slider. Also has evidence of water damage outside the upstairs shower that has caused the siding to warp in the upstairs bedroom. Informed them and they said they would be fixed. Overall good experience. Thanks. ##### Tim H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh C. Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage in town Great stay in Hope Town. Everything we needed for a week stay and would gladly return. ##### Josh C. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane M. Jul 30, 2024 #### Perfect location, historical home Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved Dunwanderin. This home is adorable and centered in the heart of Hope Town. Very well appointed and clean with beautiful Bahamian furnishings and colors. Comfortable and well equipped. One of our favorite spots in paradise. ##### Jane M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley K. Jul 17, 2024 #### Great Value for Elbow Cay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great little cottage in Hope Town. My family of 5 stayed there and was comfortable. Only downside is the single shower. Everything else was great. ##### Ashley K. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nuala W. Jun 20, 2024 #### Fabulous house and location Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had nearly 3 weeks in Dunwanderin and loved every minute. It is one of the houses which survived the hurricane and is full of history and charming details. It is comfortable and very well provided. The little patio deck outside was lovely particularly in the early morning and evening. Although it doesn't have a 'view' as such, it is close to everything in Hope Town, and there are views in every direction within a few yards of stepping outside. Captain Jack's is just round the corner and Vernon's Grocery right behind. You can view the sunset within a few minutes walk to the kissing seat, and the ocean a short walk to the east, with a wonderful beach to swim in. The Lower Dock is very close and you can get the free shuttle over to the Lighthouse marina very easily. The Elbow Cay office was round the corner, so very easy to sort anything out and arrange help at departure! They couldn't have been more helpful. We would love to return - and Dunwanderin would be our first choice. ##### Nuala W. Stayed 18 nights in May 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia R. May 22, 2024 #### Great house and location Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our first time staying at Dunwanderin. It was a great house and location is perfect. We would definetly stay there again. Elbow Cay Properties is always great to deal with. ##### Patricia R. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamison G. May 2, 2024 #### Charming and Cozy! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely time at this property for our stay on Marsh Harbour. It was extremely close to the dock so getting our stuff into the house was very easy. The house was very warm and cozy and had everything we needed in it. The back porch was our favorite part, surrounded by trees and beautiful flowers. ##### Jamison G. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Constance Z. Apr 29, 2024 #### Perfect Escape! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is perfect for being in the heart of town right on Lovers Lane. Night jasmine welcomes you into the house in the evenings and the back deck is surrounded by beautiful hibiscus. Definitely plan to stay here again soon! ##### Constance Z. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### meigen m. Apr 17, 2024 #### Sweet cottage in Hopetown Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 4 had a lovely stay at Dunwanderin. It’s right in the gated settlement area and an easy walk to the beach, restaurants, shops & groceries. Everything worked well and the house is very charming. It is not a modern, large house, but that’s not what we were looking for. By far the best part of the home was the beautiful back patio and outdoor shower. I looked forward to showering under the beautiful bougainvillea and stars every night! Great water pressure and hot water! If I were to make a suggestion to the owners- put a queen size bed in the downstairs bedroom. We we a family of 4 with a teenage son and daughter. We put them in the upstairs bedrooms and took the downstairs for a little separation. The bed was a little small. The golf cart parking was a bit of a pain, but once you settle into the pace of Hopetown it’s no big deal. Wi-Fi was great. TV not so much, but we did not care. ##### meigen m. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthias S. Mar 28, 2024 #### Lovely stay at Dunwanderin Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely time at Dunwanderin. The location is excellent in the middle of Hope Town and not too far from the beach, yet fairly quiet. The house is charming and perfect for a couple. ##### Matthias S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie C., Cape Elizabeth, Maine Mar 5, 2024 #### 207Mariec Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Adorable cottage in the middle of town. Close to gift shops and grocery store. Friendly neighbors and responsive hosts. Comfortable beds and furniture and the kitchen was very well equipped with high end pots and pans and spices. Very comfortable and a wonderful place to retire after long days. The outdoor shower was an added plus! ##### Marie C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from CORNWALL, ON Jan 24, 2024 #### 10 days at Dunwanderin Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time! ##### A guest from CORNWALL, ON This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy R. Nov 20, 2023 #### HopeTown Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the best time. We have been to Hope town many time but we never stayed in the settlement. The house was PERFECT. It was 100% accommodating. The location was great and convenient to everywhere we went. I would definitely recommend Dunwanderin to my friends and family . ##### Wendy R. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel G. Jul 24, 2023 #### A Real Lifesaver Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our VRBO sprung a leak and mid-week, we found ourselves in desperate need of accommodations for a family of6. Elbow Cay properties and Lory to the rescue! ##### Samuel G. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannan S. May 22, 2023 #### STOP WANDERING Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect for our family of five. Our adult children had the upstairs floor to themselves complete with a full bath, yet funny how we all stood in line to take a shower in the outside cabana! House cozy and clean. Kitchen fully equipped. Conveniently located behind Vernon’s Grocery and Munchies. So close to Jack’s you can walk home after a few “Jackhammers”and not get lost! Our caretaker, Francois, was kind and courteous. Thanks to all for our stay. We shall return. ##### Shannan S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from Richmond, MA Apr 30, 2023 #### A wonderful cozy spot Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time. The staff was fantastic and so friendly. Our luggage was lost and they helped make getting it back a breeze. There was a bit of weather and they took care of everything immediately. Just a wonderful experience in a wonderful place. Can’t wait to return. ##### A guest from Richmond, MA This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tobi I. Jan 7, 2023 #### Great Location! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We kept our rental boat at the Lower Dock, swam in the Ocean very close to the rental, and took nightly walks. The outdoor shower was really convenient. Loved it! ##### Tobi I. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Franck M. Dec 20, 2022 #### Nice Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great experience to repeat ##### Franck M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony C. Aug 4, 2022 #### A great spot to be Dunwanderin Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cottage was perfect for our vacation. Located right next to Vernon’s so we woke up to the smell of his fresh baked breads and we were close to shops, restaurants, the beautiful beach and our dock for our rented boat. The back patio is surrounded by lush vegetation and beautiful flowers, a welcome retreat for morning coffee, shade for an afternoon rest and evening dinner and games around the table. And Elbow Cay Property personnel were super helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend this cottage. ##### Tony C.