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Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock.

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock.

Driftwood Beach Cottage is a guest house located on the beautiful island of Staniel Cay. Nestled on a private beach, Driftwood features all the comforts of home as well as a private boat dock and access to the best ocean beaches. Serviced by daily flights from the USA and Nassau, Staniel Cay is the perfect place for a convenient Bahamian holiday. We invite you to explore the unmatched beauty of the Bahamas for yourself.

Property manager

Alexandra

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 29

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Note from host: Children are very 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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

On Private With Boat Dock
Cottage on Private Beach With Boat Dock
Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock. Staniel Cay
Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock. Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Staniel Cay, Exuma

What's nearby

  • Pig Beach - 20 min walk
  • Thunderball Grotto - 3 min drive
  • Rendezvous Beach - 10 min drive
  • Loyalist Beach - 10 min drive
  • Beryl's Beach - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Staniel Cay Yacht Club - ‬3 min drive
  • Lorraines Cafe
  • Emerald Sunset View
  • Deshamons
  • ‪Taste And Sea Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Staniel Cay holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lucayan Archipelago and Pig Beach. Thunderball Grotto is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Cottage on Private Beach with Boat Dock. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Piece of Paradise
What a wonderful experience. Centrally located in Staniel Cay, Driftwood Cottage is a special location in a protected lagoon where you just walk out the door and you are in Paradise! The service was excellent with Airport pick-up, assistance and daily follow up!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K., Beaumont, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
A Piece of Paradise
I've visited Staniel Cay many times over the past 10 years, and have had my eye on Driftwood for a long time. We finally booked it almost a year in advance to be sure we could secure it for our family. It was the perfect location for all of our grandchildren and the adults. We rotated groups in and out during our 8 night stay. The creek was awesome for our grandkids who ranged from 20 months to 14 years old. Having the beach, shallow water, floating pad, paddle boards and kayaks kept everyone busy when we weren't out in the boat. A boat dock is a must for us, which again made Driftwood a great choice for us. The house is very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked which we love as we cook most meals at "home" while we're there. The beds were comfortable which is important for me because I have arthritis in my back. The kids loved the futon style couches and even chose to sleep there some ninights. Most importantly the caretakers, Grace and Edward are amazing!!! I could write a book about their kindness and efficiency. We are from Texas and were at Driftwood when Hurricane Beryl made landfall near Houston which affected flights for two of our family groups. Consequently, we all ended up at Driftwood for 1 night. Grace and Edward helped us with an extra mattress and bedding. They made sure we had a pack n play for the grandbaby and a gate for the stairs. They live next door so they are available when you need help, but are not intrusive. They are amazing!! ♥️
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Third time is a Charm!
This was our third time staying in this cute little cottage. It had everything that we needed. My grandchildren ages 9, 11 and 14 enjoyed the kayaks, and discovering the marine life that would swim by. We all enjoyed watching the planes come and go. Our host Grace and Edward were always available within minutes. We also enjoy renting a boat and using the dock there at the house. It’s nice to go out each day and explore all the beautiful things. We highly recommend The Driftwood.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Private Location
This was a wonderful location with a private beach. The host was very helpful and the property was well maintained. I will plan to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krisanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Perfect vacation spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon & Mandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream Location
Paradise found! This property is truly picture postcard perfect.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
2nd time here and it was as awesome as the first. Edward was an awesome and very helpful host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture Perfect
Truly enjoyed our second trip to the property! We look forward to next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staniel Cay stay at Driftwood.
We had a fantastic time staying here. Everything was excellent and the property manager was very helpful with logistics. I will definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Timers and Already Missing It.....
First off, we read the reviews about Aaron, and they are all true. He was very helpful. when we first arrived, we were a little intimidated, as it was our very first trip to the Bahamas, and everything always had its way of working out. The house was just as we had envisioned, and contains just about any amenity necessary for your stay. Cooking utensils, towels, washer/dryer, and even spices for meal prep. The water side of the house is like a dream. Aaron is your knowledge station for any question you may have. We tried to not bother him too much, as we know he has a life down there, and we loved running into him in town. But he was always looking to help, and super nice guy. Communication is the only real issue we ran into because the service is hit or miss, and messages would get around in a delayed manner, but we always seemed to work out our situations. A golf cart is a must, as the house is a little far from town to walk, so MAKE SURE that it is communicated that you get yours though the rental company. You can't just click and get a cart. They will email you a quote, and (for us) there may be some back and forth before the cart is official... This is where the communication problem came in for us. All in all, our stay was amazing, and we already miss it so much!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vacation Ever!
Staniel is our favorite place to go in the Bahamas and Driftwood is our favorite place to stay. Stayed here several times and highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe W., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Awesome stay. Lovely cottage. Aaron was awesome. Thanks -
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING property!!
This property is amazing!! We booked one week (husband, two boys, 5 and 2, and myself) because of the beautiful beach area included.. and enjoyed it so much that we ended up extending our stay another week! The bay area is beautiful and perfect for exploring on kayaks which are provided. Our small boys had a blast swimming and exploring the sand bar at low tide, searching for seashells and hermit crabs, and building sandcastles on our own private beach! I really just can’t say enough about the outside area. It is a dream vacation property! The house is very comfortable and clean as well. The beds are cozy, the living area was perfect for our small family, and the kitchen had everything we needed. On top of all this, communication was excellent! The couple of things we did need, were delivered to us quickly. Aaron, the property manager, was such a help! He is very kind and informative. He helped us find a golf cart when we thought we wouldn’t because of our late booking, and showed us around the island while we waited for them to get it ready. At one point, we let the cart die by the yacht club.. We called Aaron, who was pulling in jet skis at the time, and he was there in 5 minutes to give us a ride home. The next morning, he had taken it upon himself to tow the cart back to the house to charge. He went above and beyond! Our stay at Driftwood was nothing short of perfect. We will absolutely be booking this property for future visits to our new favorite spot, Staniel Cay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and great people
Located on a protected inlet and private beach perfect for the kids to play and swim. A dock for a rental boat gives you access to all of the Exumas depending on your level of adventure. Modern electric, water, Wi-Fi, a/c make it like home. Larger kitchen and living area. Bedrooms are that of a cottage but completely adequate. House has a few details as all do. An ac unit that doesn’t work, but an alternate window unit was installed. Location isn’t too remote but is completely private. Caretaker close by and after a quick island tour always available. Highly recommended. We’ll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Vacation
This property was everything we could have wanted and more. The beauty of Staniel Cay is incomparable. Driftwood cottage was a perfect landing spot to explore from. It was clean, spacious, had great water and internet. Aaron was an awesome property manager and quick to help any time we reached out.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views and home!
We were upgraded to the larger house on the property and it was a beautiful, clean, and well appointed home with amazing views. We will be back! Thank you, Alexandra… and Aaron!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudio M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Everything was great, will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jorge G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of paradise 🌊🏝
Wonderful property, everything was great, Aaron was awesome. Absolutely loved it 💙
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D., Miami Fl USA

Liked: Cleanliness
It had it all
Great spot on the creek with a beautiful beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay!
Just a gem of a property and Aaron is wonderful! Cannot wait for next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Beautiful property, great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Earth
As bad as we do not want this little gem discovered, we have to say it was absolutely perfect! The caretaker, Aaron, met us at the airport and took us to the house where he had already stocked our groceries. After getting our luggage inside, he gave us a tour of the island. He was very helpful for the duration of our stay. The house was perfect for our family of five. The beach/sandbar was probably our favorite part. The owners were amazing and our kids loved having friends to play with. Already planning our next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
We loved the Driftwood property. The location of the house was great. The kids enjoyed the beach area in the afternoon. Aaron was amazing!! He had great suggestions and was always available. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C., Kingston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
What a wonderful week we spent at Driftwood in pure paradise. So many fun family memories. Very grateful for the house manager, who was so very helpful. Pigs, iguanas, snorkeling, yummy food and the bluest water ever. We can’t wait to go back! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Escape to Paradise
We brought our two children (ages 12 and 13) and allowed them to each bring a friend to Staniel Cay. We had the best time! We definitely hope to return, and one of our favorite parts of the trip was Aaron the caretaker. We could text him with all of our many questions, and he was so helpful for our first trip the Staniel Cay and the Exumas!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022