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Barefoot Bay - beach house w/ 3 pods, views of Atlantic Ocean & Sea of Abaco

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Barefoot Bay from the driveway, with golf cart parking underneath the house
Pod 1 - Spacious living area
Pool and deck, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Sea of Abaco
Pod 1 - Spacious living area
Pod 1 - Kitchen table

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Elbow Cay, Hope Town
  • Tahiti Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hope Town Lighthouse
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Abaco Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Marsh Harbour (MHH)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Barefoot Bay - beach house w/ 3 pods, views of Atlantic Ocean & Sea of Abaco

Barefoot Bay, located in Hope Town on the southern end of Elbow Cay in the Abacos, Bahamas, is a newly renovated oceanfront beach house, designed for up to three families or six couples. It's located near Tahiti Beach in Dorros Cove. It accommodates up to 16 guests featuring six bedrooms and four bathrooms. It has two master bedrooms. Each master is en suite, with another bathroom for the remaining bedrooms. All new furniture and appliances, including two refrigerators in the kitchen to make sure your food and beverages have plenty of room to stay cold. Each refrigerator has an ice maker as well. There is a gas grill (propane included). We also have a back up generator that powers the entire house so you're never without power. There's also a reverse osmosis water maker to make sure you always have water.

Barefoot Bay overlooks the southern end of Elbow Cay - beautiful island views and awesome sunsets over the Sea of Abaco. It has 3 separate pods - two with bedrooms/bathrooms and one with a kitchen/living area. It also has a pool overlooking the Sea of Abaco and Atlantic Ocean. It is a short walk or ride to the world famous Tahiti Beach on the southern tip of the island. There's also a private boat slip included, located at the dock at Tahiti Beach. The boat slip is 11' wide, so a 10' or less beam is recommended so your boat will comfortably fit in the slip. An additional slip may be available if needed. It fits a boat with up to a 13' beam and is $100/day. Please let us know if you're interested in reserving the additional slip.

Our caretakers will pick you up at the dock, make sure you have everything you need while staying at Barefoot Bay, and make sure you get back to the dock/ferry safely when departing.

We also have a sister property, Barefoot Beach, located just a 5 minute walk away. It is a six bedroom, 4 bathroom property that sleeps up to sixteen people, as well. It is also featured on VRBO.

Life's better barefoot.

Property manager

William Dillon
Premier Host

Languages

French, Italian, Portuguese

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 deadlock

About the area

Hope Town

Located in Hope Town, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Wyannie Malone Museum and Hope Town Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lucayan Archipelago and Tahiti Beach. With scuba diving, snorkelling and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Elbow Cay, Hope Town

What's nearby

  • Tahiti Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Garbanzo Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wyannie Malone Museum - 10 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Hope Town Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Abaco Beach - 20 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Marsh Harbour (MHH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boat Harbour Pool Bar
  • ‪Captain Jack's - ‬8 min drive
  • Colors Bahamian Restaurant & Bar
  • ‪Firefly Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Abaco Inn - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Barefoot Bay - beach house w/ 3 pods, views of Atlantic Ocean & Sea of Abaco have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Barefoot Bay - beach house w/ 3 pods, views of Atlantic Ocean & Sea of Abaco pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Barefoot Bay - beach house w/ 3 pods, views of Atlantic Ocean & Sea of Abaco?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barefoot Bay - beach house w/ 3 pods, views of Atlantic Ocean & Sea of Abaco?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barefoot Bay - beach house w/ 3 pods, views of Atlantic Ocean & Sea of Abaco located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Tahiti Beach. Garbanzo Beach is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Perfect Bahamian gathering spot

First, owners Alexandra and William and the caretaker on location were so responsive and helpful as we prepared for this large family getaway. Jess helped us make chartered ferry and golf cart reservations, as well as concierge service to stock the fridge with basics for our arrival. The house was within walking distance from ferry dock and several wonderful beaches for walking, swimming and snorkeling. Cart rides into town for the town beach in the Atlantic was our favorite. The pods in the house provided great privacy and adequate sleeping for all 12 of us. Local grocery stores were great for cooking many meals. Eating out was always fun but expensive. One excursion to Marsh Harbor for Xmas dinner groceries proved an excellent idea. The pool was terrific for all ages. The kitchen/dining/living room pod was spacious and just right for our large group to eat together and gather. We had fantastic December beach weather in the 70’s all week. Islanders were so welcoming and relaxed. Overall we could not have been happier!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

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

Family Wedding Celebration

We loved the living room / kitchen area being completely separate from the bedrooms. The two separate houses for sleeping/bedrooms were great for adult children. Location to the dock was so convenient. The house manager and cart service were quick to respond with any questions we had. We would definitely stay at Barefoot Bay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte H.

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

Herron Dawes Family Vacation

We had an amazing time and couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay than Barefoot Bay! There wasn’t a bad view from anywhere in the house. Having a pool to relax in after a long day at the beaches was a major plus. The caretakers, Brandon and Jess, were quick to respond to our needs and truly great people. We hope to visit again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Breath Taking

Everything about this vacation was magical. The house is perfect for multipal families. The Pods give you privacy when needed but also togetherness in the common living area! Location is a 10! The view is one of the best on the Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake P.

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

Great House and View!

This was our 2nd time staying here the first time being 2018. House is fully repaired and not many changes. Pool is great and view is unmatched! We had 10 old and young adults this time and last time we had about 13. Great location near Tahiti Beach and now comes with 2 boat slips at the neighborhood dock. At the opposite end from Hopetown and pretty quiet. Roads have been improved since Dorian and most of the island has recovered. Ready to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne A.

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

Pure Joy

We enjoyed every minute of our vacation Quite frankly from the moment we booked it...once we arrived...and until the moment we left. It was an incredible location, a beautiful house, with a perfect set up for all ages! It was a spectacular vacation. We can't wait to get back to Barefoot Bay! Thank you for an amazing vacation with our family and some of our dearest friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Christmas in Paradise

We enjoyed an amazing week with family at Barefoot Bay during the Christmas/New Year holiday. I have been renting properties in Elbow Cay for over a decade and this is our favorite one yet. The house is very comfortable and cozy and well appointed. There were plenty of linens, towels, and kitchen items (including 2 refrigerators) which was a big plus with our large group. Loved the layout with the separate pods, the pool and the crows nest. The caretakers were extremely responsive and took good care of us. I highly recommend and we will rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Bill M.

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

Abacos’23 Vacation

Amazing views! Pool was a bonus. Bed was comfortable. Couple of days the air conditioning was struggling, but property managers were responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

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

Return to paradise

This is our second time staying at Barefoot Bay. We love the house and its location. The caretakers are very nice and always quick to respond if there are ever any issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Great House, Great View, Great Location

This is our second time at Barefoot Bay. First time back since hurricane Dorian. The place is still awesome. Plenty of room with 6 bedrooms. Excellent great room with kitchen and TV. Lovely pool. The boat dock is a must and comes with the house. Just a short cart ride away. We will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

Spectacular Views

I’m just going to list all the great things about this stay. First class hosts with Brandon and Jess who met us at the private dock near the house to unload us. Basically a brand new home post Dorian. Views of Abaco Sea and Atlantic Ocean right outside your door. Constant sea breeze. Two refrigerators were perfect for the food to feed 10 adults and 2 kids. Pool was spotless. Crows nest had views never to be forgotten. Best part was the 3 separate pods which gave privacy but gave us great family time in the center pod. We never turned on the TV. Note there is a new bar in the center of the pods for Happy Hours. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy K., Long Beach NY

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

Barefoot Bay was the perfect stay

Excellent all around, amazing views of Tahiti Beach, close to docks, east golf cart ride away from restaurants. The house setup was perfect for our two families (teens and adults). Gorgeous house and very comfortable. House is fully stocked with kitchen, towels and linens, pool in was perfect. Brandon and Jess were so helpful and responded quickly to any questions we had.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky B., Greenville,SC

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

Great stay

Wonderful spot—easy to get to with our crew of 15. Jesse and Brandon were very helpful—Hope to visit again soon
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Duncan B.

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

Paradise!!!

Property was accurately advertised and fit our family of 15 from a 15 month old all the way up! Views are amazing, especially the sunsets! The 2 refigerators really helped! Jess and Brandon are wonderful caretakers, and were on point with everything all week! ANY small issue that we had was addressed in a very timely manner! Thank you for a wonder family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger P.

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

Barefoot Bay ‘22

This was an excellent property for our large family of all ages. We had the best view on the island. We loved the set up of the house with the family room pod in the middle which allowed early risers and late nighters to enjoy their time without waking others. The care takers could not have been more helpful. This property made for a 5 Star week.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

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

Perfect Getaway

Our family had a fabulous time at Barefoot Bay. The layout of the house was perfect for our large group. The house was recently renovated and in perfect condition. Views are some of the best on the island! Our host and caretakers were all so gracious and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

hal l., TYBEE ISLAND , GA

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

One of the best views on the island . Absolutely beautiful .

Very pleased with the house . Everything was perfect .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Great Family Stay

We loved our time at Barefoot Bay compound. The separate pods made it easy to gather, cook and eat in the main pod and when the late owls wanted to stay up and play cards, the rest could go to sleep in the separate bedroom pods. Jess and Brandon, the super nice caretakers, picked up all our stuff at the ferry and got us settled in for our stay. The house is a 5 minute walk to Tahiti Beach for swimming and snorkeling and Hope Town a 10 minute cart ride for groceries or restaurants. The Island is quickly recovering from Dorian and the locals are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Polly H., Richmond

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

Paradise

Fantastic house with the best view on the island. Perfect for our family. House was beautiful and well appointed. Would highly recommended !!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

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

Beautiful Break From Reality

Our family and friends had an amazing time at Barefoot Bay. The layout with separate living area is great for a large group. All of the furnishings are new and the beds are really nice. The view is unbeatable. Thanks for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

Barefoot Bay June 2021

Beautiful new home with great amenities. All new appliances, furniture. Super comfy beds. The views and from the house and the deck are spectacular. The layout is great for large groups and having the common area separate from the sleeping quarters means partiers don't keep youngsters or "sleepy" adults awake. Strongly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by William Dillon

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My wife, Mary, and I are from Virginia Beach, VA and have been married since 1988. I've owned Abbey Road Restaurant at the Virginia Beach oceanfront since 1982. Mary has been a financial planner since 1988. We love spending family time with our 3 daughters and traveling whenever we can - often to Elbow Cay!

Why they chose this property

Mary and I first visited the Abacos by boat in the late 80’s and immediately fell in love with Hope Town and Elbow Cay. After having three beautiful daughters in the early 90’s, we began renting houses around the island, mostly Tilloo Cut (the home that would become Barefoot Bay). We purchased Tilloo Cut in 2005 when it went up for sale and named it Barefoot Bay as a sister property to Barefoot Beach. We added a third pod to add three more bedrooms (total of six) to make it more family friendly. We’ve enjoyed staying at our beach home with family and friends, and hearing stories from our wonderful renters, as well.

What makes this property unique

We have thoroughly enjoyed Barefoot Bay. The house is spacious and very family friendly, offering 6 bedrooms and sleeping up to 16 people. The pod layout is great for groups that want to have quieter bedrooms and a separate living area. Being on the very south end of Elbow Cay the views are some of the best on the island, offering views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Sea of Abaco. Beautiful sunsets can be enjoyed from the deck or widow’s peak. Tahiti Beach is just down the road and is a great place to hang out, enjoy the beautiful water, and watch the sea rays and turtles that swim by almost every late afternoon. We hope our guests enjoy it as much as we do.

Languages:

French, Italian, Portuguese

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