Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor
The Harbour House
The Harbour House is a charming, waterfront two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage located on the southeast end of Spanish Wells, just 30 feet from the water's edge in the island's protected harbor. Completely renovated in 2016, the cottage is ideal for families, friends, couples, and fishing enthusiasts looking for a comfortable and convenient place to enjoy all that Spanish Wells and the surrounding waters have to offer.
The first floor features an open, fully air-conditioned layout, with the living room, dining area, and kitchen flowing seamlessly from one space to the next. A portion of the living area can be converted into a semi-private sleeping area with a daybed that converts to either a king-size bed or two twin beds. The remainder of the living room provides a comfortable couch and chair for relaxing, watching television, or surfing the Internet using the included Wi-Fi.
Also located on the first floor is a full bathroom with a shower/tub combination. The bright and colorful kitchen is equipped with the dishes, cookware, and appliances needed to prepare meals during your stay, including a full-size refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, and chest freezer.
Just outside the back door, a deck includes a gas BBQ grill, table, chairs, and an outdoor shower.
Arguably the best feature of the main level is the full-length front porch overlooking the harbor. Furnished with Adirondack chairs and equipped with three ceiling fans, the porch is a perfect place to relax and watch boats of all shapes and sizes pass through the harbor.
The second floor has been completely remodeled and includes two bedrooms, a bathroom with a shower, a separate vanity area, a laundry room, and air conditioning throughout. The master bedroom features a queen-size bed, ceiling fan, harbor views, and its own air-conditioning control. Just outside the master bedroom are the vanity sink, bathroom, and shower.
The second bedroom has two twin beds, harbor views, a ceiling fan, and its own air-conditioning control. For your convenience, the laundry room includes a full-size washer and dryer.
The Harbour House is conveniently located within easy walking distance of grocery stores, shops, churches, and restaurants. The beautiful beaches on the north and west sides of the island are only a short golf-cart ride away.
Spanish Wells is also an ideal destination for those who enjoy exploring the water. Depending on your interests, you can spend the day visiting the pristine beaches of Royal Island, Russell Island, Meeks Patch, or Egg Island; snorkeling and fishing along Devils Backbone Reef; heading offshore in search of dolphin, wahoo, and tuna; visiting the Glass Bridge and Queen's Bath; or exploring the surrounding islands and cays. The possibilities are nearly endless.
The Harbour House is a comfortable cottage with the amenities needed for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. Our local caretaker, Johnny, can assist with airport transportation, meet you upon your arrival, help familiarize you with the Harbour House and Spanish Wells, and address any issues that may arise during your stay. He also rents golf carts and boats, making it convenient to arrange transportation and explore the island and surrounding waters.
The calendar is kept up to date, so if the Harbour House is available for your desired dates, please let us know if we can help with your lodging needs.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Day bed
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in Spanish Wells, this cottage is on the waterfront. Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial and Glen Stewart Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Government Dock and Fisherman's Dock. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our Spanish Wells travel guide
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?
Check-out 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, 3.7 mi (6 km) from Current Bay Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Briland's Blue Hole and Government Dock. Ben Bay Beach is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.
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Waterfront Cottage in Spanish Wells' protected harbor Reviews
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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.
Fully equipped great little cottage. 2 very nice bedrooms and baths with space and privacy for more. Located in the historic harbor with a great porch to watch the world go by. Due to an airline issue we needed 3 extra nights at the very last minute and we were graciously accommodated.
This was a great space for us and highly recommend Harbor House.
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!
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.
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.
Great waterfront house and easy access to Spanish Wells restaurants with golf cart. Very relaxing with morning coffee on the front porch watching the canal boat traffic. Had a great full day tour with Tyman Charters to see the sites around Spanish Wells. Wish we could have stayed longer. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Eugene I.
Feb 27, 2017
Great staying!
Spanish wells is a small town, safe and people are very nice. It is like used to be living 50 years ago.
We loved walking down the beautiful beach every day and driving a golf cart every day. The cottage was small but decorated very cute and right next to the harbor. We would come back again.
Stayed 55 nights in Dec 2016
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
karen s.
Apr 8, 2019
Spanish Wells...The Harbor House
We have gone on two vacations to date using VRBO and I will say, I would highly recommend using this Company. We just travelled to Spanish Wells, Bahamas from the end of March to the first week in April 2019. What a "quaint, friendly, beautiful and very safe" Island. Most people get around in golf carts or bicycles. The beaches are beautiful. I recommend renting a boat and do some exploring or book one of the many excursions offered. We stayed on the "harbor side" in a small house called Harborside. It was extremely clean and you felt as though you were meant to be there. The decor is a "beach theme" and there is more than enough room for a family. (2 bedrooms, 2 baths, laundry, kitchen and a "couch/bed" in the living room). The owner Joe, was very good about acclimating me to this Island prior to our arrival. Further, his caretakers, The Underwood's (John and Nancy) went above and beyond the call of duty. They had a taxi driver waiting for us at the airport to bring us to the Ferry Dock. (You fly into Eleuthra and take a 10 minute ferry ride to Spanish Wells). At the dock in Spanish Wells, Johnny and his wife were there to greet us, deliver the golf cart that we had requested to rent and to show us to our rental. They treated us like old friends. If we had any questions or needed anything, they were right there. I felt right at home in Spanish Wells. Everyone was extremely friendly. No person whether they were "tourists" like us, or "locals" passed you by without a friendly hello. The island is small - 4 miles around, however, there is also an adjoining island called Russell Island that you can explore. Good restaurants...nice little grocery store...rentals of any type there - bikes, kayaks, paddle boards, boats, fishing gear...I could keep on going. We will definitely be back!!! Thank you VRBO! Thank you Joe! Thank you to the Unerwood Family!!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The location & accommodations exceeded expectations.
We are looking forward to our return to paradise.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sarah R.
Mar 30, 2019
Charming cottage!
Super fun location and charming cottage. Thank you for sharing it with us! Spanish Wells is a gem.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
John M.
Mar 26, 2019
We're already booked for next year
We loved Harbour House. The activity of the harbour was fascinating and we met people every day going by on "the Strip".
The cottage is cheerful, comfortable and nicely appointed.
As with everything, there were a couple of things that we should point out. If you are tall, the upstairs bathroom can provide a challenge (so go to the downstairs one for your showers) and if you have bad knees as I do, the low toilets make them groan a bit.
That being said, everything else worked for us.
There were a couple of minor glitches during our stay as can happen anywhere but they were handled quickly and professionally by Joe (the owner) and the property manager Johnny .
All in all, I think the title of our review says it all.
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lisa F.
Jan 4, 2019
Exactly as described!
This charming cottage was perfect for our two week stay over the Christmas holidays with our two teenage children. Joe (home owner) and Johnny (property caretaker) we terrific to deal with. We rented a golf cart and boat from Johnny which allowed us to immerse ourselves into the island community and surrounding area by boat. Can’t say enough about Johnny. This is true cottage living and not a five star resort although it had everything we needed. We brought several food items (frozen meat, crackers, pasta, condiments, & canned goods). Islanders are incredibly friendly and welcoming. There is lots to do (or not!) in and around Spanish Wells. We did a day trip with Bruno (Underwood Charters) to Eleuthera where we visiting Preacher’s Cave, Glass Window, Queen’s Bath, Hatchet Bay Cave (be sure to go all the way in to the water!) and Sapphire Blue Hole. Bruno was incredible; knowledgeable, friendly and completely accommodating. We would never have seen or gone to some of these places without a guide! If you have some boating experience, it’s definitely worth renting a boat. We completely explored Meeks Patch (swimming with the pigs!), Royal Island and Egg Island. Often we were the only ones on stunning sandbars and beaches. Spanish Wells is incredible, we will return!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
Sep 11, 2018
Beautiful and perfect place to stay when in Spanish Wells
We had a great time spending our vacation at the Harbour House. The Harbour House is the perfect place to stay when in Spanish Wells and it has everything you need. It has a great location on the harbor with a perfect front patio for morning coffee. The bedrooms and bathrooms are clean and have nice linnens and towels. There is a washer and dryer. The three A/C units keep the house nice and cool. There is a place to dock a boat right out front. The house has a simple but well equipped kitchen and a very nice propane grill. We will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tamara B.
Jul 18, 2018
Cute cottage right on the harbor
The house was everything we expected. This isn’t our first time to rent from Joe and his properties never disappoint. Great location and house had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jackie B.
May 23, 2018
Great Stay
My wife and I enjoyed our stay at Harbour House very much. The house was perfect for our needs. We rented a boat from the caretaker, Johnny, and enjoyed having it docked across the street. The restaurants and grocery store were just a short golf cart ride away. Johnny and Joe were both helpful and quickly responded to our questions. We definitely recommend Harbour House if you're looking to stay in a quiet, relaxing location that is not touristy.
Jackie and Tonya