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Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Elbow Cay, Abaco
  • Hope Town Lighthouse
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Tahiti Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Abaco Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Marsh Harbour (MHH)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town

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
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

“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

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Elbow Cay Properties

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Amenities

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Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 9:30 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

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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 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

About the area

Hope Town

Located in Hope Town, this holiday 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, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Elbow Cay, Abaco

What's nearby

  • Wyannie Malone Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hope Town Lighthouse - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Garbanzo Beach - 15 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Tahiti Beach - 20 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Abaco Beach - 28 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Marsh Harbour (MHH) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town 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?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday 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.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Maureen O F.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Nuala W.

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.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Jamison G.

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Constance Z.

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!
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

meigen m.

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthias S.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Marie C., Cape Elizabeth, Maine

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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!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from CORNWALL, ON

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!
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

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 .
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel G.

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!
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10/10 Excellent

Shannan S.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Richmond, MA

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Jean J.

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!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Tobi I.

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!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Franck M.

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

6/10 Okay

Arnold S.

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
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Mitzi M., Cumming, Georgia

Great location!

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: Our family of 3 had a great time on Elbow Cay! Dunwanderin' is located right in the middle of Hope Town, and is a short walk, bike ride, or golf cart ride to everything you want to see and do. The house was well stocked and was very comfortable and welcoming.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Nice Little Cottage with Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 nice little cottage located in the middle of town. All the amenities for pleasant stay and property personnel met us at the dock showed us to the cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Brooke W.

Adorable 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: Great waking up to the smells from the Bakery behind us at Vernon's grocery. Extremely convenient location, comfortable and charming and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

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