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

Hartswell accommodation with kitchen

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
TV, books
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom56 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Hartswell, Great Exuma, Bahamas
  • Place, Rolletown Tombs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tropic of Cancer Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Salt Pond
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Hartswell

Seaside stay .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Rolletown Tombs and 6 miles (10 km) of Fowl Cay with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Tropic of Cancer Beach and Salt Pond.
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What's nearby

  • Rolletown Tombs - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Salt Pond - 14 min drive - 14.6 km
  • beach near Michelson - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Little Exuma Beaches - 16 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Exuma Intl. Airport (GGT) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Haulover Bay Restaurant, Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fanny's bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪One 80 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Big Noch’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cheaters - ‬11 min drive

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.

Exuma Vacation Cottages: located away from the congestion and noise of George Town. The cottage has equipped kitchen, living room, 1 bedroom, 1 dressing room 1 bathroom and a screened front porch. Ideal for two people, can sleep three.Located directly across from Moriah Harbour Cay, which has been designated a Bahamian National Park. Moriah Harbour Cay has miles of the most beautiful, pristine (and almost always deserted) beaches in the world. Between the Cay and your cottage are some of the best bonefishing flats in the Bahamas.
Next to Moriah Harbour Cay is Man O’ War Cay, which also has miles of beautiful, deserted beaches, with great shelling, snorkeling, and swimming. All of these activities are a short kayak ride away (your own two person sit-on-top kayak is included with your cottage rental). You can kayak through awesome mangrove channels, fish for yellow tail snapper,and bone fish or just relax and enjoy views that very few others can see and appreciate. At the end of the day, relax on your screened porch overlooking the ocean and Moriah Harbour Cay, or have a swim in our 35 foot solar heated fresh-water pool, and plan your next day’s activities.
Your onsite host, Valerie, has resided in Exuma since 1964. She can direct you to and assist you in: finding the best bone fish guide; getting a fishing license, finding the right restaurant and finding island entertainment that you will enjoy; renting a car or boat; exploring the island from Little Exuma to Barraterre; finding secluded beaches; going snorkeling, diving and deep-sea fishing; shopping for the essentials and gifts for the folks at home. She can advise you about all aspects of your vacation experience - travel to and from Exuma, what to bring, what to expect, and how to make the most of your visit to this special place.

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The price is CA $214
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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 transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
  • Snorkeling 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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

No smoking inside the cottage.
No glass around the pool area.
No children under 12 years of age

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: No children under 12 years of age.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside of cottage allowed.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks. to the airport?

This cottage is 17.5 mi (34-min drive) away from the Exuma Intl. Airport (GGT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks. to the beach?

This cottage is 6.6 mi (17-min drive) from Tropic of Cancer Beach and 7.7 mi (19-min drive) from Little Exuma Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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.

Is there free parking at On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

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

This cottage features an outdoor pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is On hilltop with pool. Only 400 feet down to waterfront, dock & kayaks. to downtown Hartswell?

This cottage is 0.4 mi away from Hartswell.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our vacation at Valerie’s. She is a wonderful host, the location was perfect for our family and the accommodations suited our family very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host, beautiful lagoon with kayak
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect stay! Valerie is incredible and so was the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

lauren k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Valerie is lovely! She made us feel right at home. The cottage is located in a tranquil area of the island, it was perfect for us. We enjoyed the pool after an adventurous day of kayaking!The private beach and dock were great to enjoy our morning coffee. We are looking forward to our next trip!You do need a car if you want to explore the island.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jw S.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
valerie was an excellent host the properties were in good condition was a great stay for us the only complaints we have is everything could use to be updated furniture tv coffee pot beds
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is great for people who want to be away from town. Access to the ocean is a short walk and has a very nice small private beach. Note that there are relatively limited options for restaurants nearby. We used the kitchen in our rental to prepare most of our own meals.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Valerie was a great host. The pool was a perfect spot to relax at the end of the day. The location is great. A short kayak trip over to Moriah Harbor Cay with secluded beautiful beaches. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very remote location as described. We loved the peacefulness and serenity of the surroundings. Enjoyed getting to know guests at some of the other cottages. Valerie was very helpful. No TV and limited Internet sometimes was an inconvenience but it allowed is more time to enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and the awesome beaches nearby. Relaxing by the pool was refreshing in the late afternoon after spending time at one of the nearby beaches. We will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is a no brainer, Valarie "our host" was on site the entire time to help with any questions we had about the facilities and the area. The listing is as promised, waterfront kayaking available, heated pool and a very private quiet setting that takes you away from the hustle and bustle. The main town "George Town" is a short 20 minute drive for shopping and entertainment. If you are interested in fine dining, you can go to "Blu on the Water" which is only 6 minutes down the road. If you don't have access to a boat and want to do some fishing the property is only 3 minutes to a bridge where a lot of the locals catch their fish of the day. This experience is definitely recommended over a resort stay if you are willing to drive on the island and have piece and quite.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of paradise

My husband and I had a wonderful time at this beautiful location. It was private and incredibly peaceful. We enjoyed kayaking almost every day, and we saw tons of wildlife. Valerie was by far the best host we have ever stayed with. We stayed for two weeks and we could have stayed for two more. If you are looking for privacy in paradise, this is your place.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exellent

Best accomodation on Exuma
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shena v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Cozy

We stayed for 8 days in one of Valerie’s cottages and loved every minute of it. First off Valerie is amazing and has been on the island since the 60’s so just getting to meet her and hear her stories was worth the trip. The cottage is nothing fancy or boujie but it was clean and had everything we needed for a great vacation. The pool was great for cooling off after being in the salt water all day. The kayaks were great to paddle to the cut which is absolutely beautiful and a must do. Overall it was an excellent stay and our third time to Exuma and can’t wait to get back.The cottage is in a great location about 15min to Georgetown and about 10min to pretty molly and Forbes beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An island gem

The cottage was no frills but had everything we needed and was nestled in a quiet area surrounded by native vegetation and many types of birds. The screened in porch and pool was perfect for relaxing too. The pier is a few feet away with easy access for kayaking or watching the green sea turtles from there. Valerie is a top notch host and ensures that you have everything that you need. Thanks again Valerie - we had a great time!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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