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Island Cottage-fishing/shelling/beaching/2 kayaks included/skiff avail add on

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
TV, books, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Cottage-fishing/shelling/beaching/2 kayaks included/skiff avail add on

Ida-way Cottage, located in the sleepy, fishing village of Cherokee Sound on the island of Abaco. Slow and tranquil, a great place to unwind and escape. A few minutes walk to the iconic Long Dock, beautiful beaches for swimming and shelling, bonefishing flats for the fly fishing enthusiast. Two kayaks included, 235lb max weight. 15ft skiff rental option, additional cost and based on availability, $125 first day (tank of gas included) $75 each day after, 3 day minimum, dates need to be booked in advance, payment in full on arrival. BBQ grill and beach chairs. Air conditioner not to be set under 72°. Separate office space for great workaction spot. Within walking distance, grocery store, coffee shop and deli, shell museum, harbour and gas station. Some local take away food options, info available on request. We are a 35min drive south of Marsh Harbour (airport, ferries to outer cays, large grocery store and liquor store.) 10min drive to Pete's Pub & Gallery. Rental car advised. Security camera at pergola entrance armed only for guests arrival and departure to monitor check in and check out when host is unavailable.

Property manager

Danette Pinder

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Security system
  • Deadbolt lock

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 security system 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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

House
Stop the World! Stroll to the Beach in Minutes! Cottage
Stop the World! Stroll to the Beach in Minutes! Cherokee
Stop the World! Stroll to the Beach in Minutes! Cottage Cherokee

About the area

Map
Cherokee Sound, Abaco

What's nearby

  • Casuarina Point - 45 min drive
  • Marsh Harbour - 57 min drive
  • Snake Cay - 57 min drive
  • Abaco Marina - 59 min drive
  • Abaco Beach - 60 min drive

Getting around

  • Marsh Harbour (MHH) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pete's Pub - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Busters Beach Bar Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cliff House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Cottage-fishing/shelling/beaching/2 kayaks included/skiff avail add on pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Cottage-fishing/shelling/beaching/2 kayaks included/skiff avail add on?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Cottage-fishing/shelling/beaching/2 kayaks included/skiff avail add on?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island Cottage-fishing/shelling/beaching/2 kayaks included/skiff avail add on located?

Located in Cherokee Sound, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lucayan Archipelago and within 12 miles (20 km) of Bridges Cay and Casuarina Point. Snake Cay and Marsh Harbour are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Island Cottage-fishing/shelling/beaching/2 kayaks included/skiff avail add on Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful second honeymoon getaway
Host was extremely informative about where to go to eat and where to find the best shells! Good information about the local area and beaches, the tides. Bed was super comfy. Plenty of beach towels and bathing towels provided. Clean and comfortable. Easy check out process. Locals were kind and informative. Good local grocery within walking distance. Quiet local community and not far from the airport; 30 minute drive.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Venetia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cherokee getaway
Great quiet location close to rhe long dock. Enjoyed the kayaks. Cottage well equipped and host very comminicative and helpful. Thanks for a fanrastic abaco adventure!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cherokee
Wonderful Stay! Thank you, Danette!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience
Firstly, I must say that this was one of the nicest rentals that we have stayed in. The home was spotless, immaculate, and incredibly well provisioned. Extremely spacious and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable and the host provided us with everything that you could possibly need, from beach chairs to towels to condiments to laundry soap, washer and dryer, grill etc…. We felt like we were at home!!! A short walk to an incredible beach. This house sits amongst a very quaint and friendly town, we felt very safe and very welcomed here. We will absolutely be back to Abaco and this will be our number 1 pick!!! The host even let us check out later than normal and was so accommodating to our every single need. Tremendous trip because of our stay here!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cherokee Sound Community
Spent 9 nights in the uniquely secluded village of Cherokee Sound. Danette was a great host!! Communication was very good and she checked in with us multiple times through the week. Everything we needed was available. A/C was a big plus. Were in Abacos with a friend Bonefishing and Danette’s place was perfect for group of 2-4 fishing buddies. Will stay here again if we are back in Abacos. Thanks for helping make it a great trip.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property in a gorgeous location
I 100% recommend this property. The location is fabulous, the host was responsive and accommodating. I will be staying here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
This cottage is so comfortable. Beautiful floors, clean and inviting. We are picky, rarely sleep well away. But with the comfort of the beds, we slept 12 hours straight the first night! Very comfortable, even My Pillow sheets. It was well supplied with spices, though we were glad to we brought salt. 😆 The upstairs worked out perfect for our group and the beds were great too. Oven worked well, huge washer and dryer. Just a short walk to the beach and Long Dock... breathtaking! Host communicated well and quickly. Thank you for sharing your place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this house & location!
The house is as I expected and we were very happy to find it so. The attic is wonderfully set up with 3 beds, extra room and window seats! Great for the kids who also enjoyed the selection of book. The offi e was great for privacy and even has a couch and chair. I used the desk top for a puzzle...closet has a couple puzzles, monopoly and cards which we used all of. Linens were sufficient with extra plus quilts for lounging. The washer and dryer were a nice bonus! Thr house was immaculately cleaned. Kitchen was well supplied also with condiments. We enjoyed some steaks cooked on the grill. We actually didn't have time to use the kayaks which is why we picked this place! Lol There are two stores, one with gasoline. We didn't make the sea shell museum-call in advance to schedule. Quiet town and nice walking to stores and beach. Highlight of our stay was Long Dock!! And there is a beach area too. We found many empty conch and seashells. People all over the island were friendly. Watch for potholes tho!! Definitely a 5 Star vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

George T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Fit.
House was in immaculate condition when we arrived. For us, a couple, plenty of room. We thought overall, good value for what it rents for. We had to reschedule our rental from the Fall until April due to an unexpected (kidney stones) medical issue with me. The owner had no issue with changing our dates, although it was fairly short notice. That's unlike the expierence we had during Covid with a house we lost money on because of travel restrictions at the time. One of the reasons we rented this house was due to it being so close to the Cherokee flats. Its not directly on them, but a very short walk away. Many days my wife would set up on the beach there and watch me thrash around unsuccessfully on the flats trying to catch a Bonefish. She has observed this scene many times over the years and is quite used to it by now. Thats another great point concerning this house if you rent it. Even if you don't fish, the Cherokee flats are beautiful. And there are a couple of nice beaches right on them. The town of Cherokee itself is pretty cool. The people seem laid back and friendly. Well kept small town, and there is a small store, which is an advantage. No beer or wine there, though. Lastly, Petes Pub is only four miles from Cherokee. Petes is my favorite (and my wife's) place to go to on Abaco. To have it so close to the house was a nice bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T., Mandeville, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had great communication with Danette before our arrival and during our stay. The house was clean and very stocked. Beach equipment, beach towels and kayaks. A five minute walk to the Long Dock. About 20 minutes to Petes Pub. A five minute drive to a beautiful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Abaco visit
Enjoyed our stay. Cottage very clean and well appointed. *Initially it took 3 days, to find a shorter access route, not through the narrow roads/cabins. Turn left, by sign saying Car Park. Follow short distance…property on RHS painted blue. Pete’s Pub and Art Gallery… good food and ambience…only open a few days weekly and closes early. Really enjoyed our stay there - just be aware - stairs steep for children and low headroom for taller people upstairs. Caveat: Kitchen/lounge has a glass internal window (curtained on other side) presumably to the attached owner’s accommodation. Curtain/screen… needs to be in Guest side, All else was lovely 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy home in paradise
I celebrated my 40th birthday with a few friends and the location was ideal for relaxation and a little adventure. A nice quiet neighborhood in one of the prettiest parts of Abaco. The house is surrounded by beautiful flowers and landscaping. The house is cozy inside and has all amenities that I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beulah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
We enjoyed our stay! The host we’re very helpful and easy to each. Great location, just step away from the long dock was a plus! The house was very clean and welcoming. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place in Cherokee!
Had a grand time in Danette's beautiful rental. She is a very responsive and helpful host. Conveniently located very close to the parking lot and a short stroll to the beach! Room for everyone with a great den/office for working or seeking quiet time to yourself. Short drive to Pete's Pub for lunch! I will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022