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Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bimini, Bimini
  • Place, Bimini Bay Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Stones of Atlantis Dive Site
  • Place, Alice Town Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bimini Island (BIM)

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About the neighborhood

Alice Town

This cottage places you next to Lucayan Archipelago and within a 5-minute walk of Rainbow Reef. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Bimini Bay Marina - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bimini Water Sports - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Dolphin House Museum - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Alice Town Beach - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Shell Beach - 26 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • North Bimini Island (NSB-North Seaplane Base) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Virgin Voyages’ The Beach Club At Bimini
  • ‪Healing Hole Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tides - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Conch Shack - ‬15 min walk
  • Bimini Big John's

About this property

Entire place

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

Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.

A unique piece of paradise in North Bimini, “Ernie’s” (named for Ernest Hemingway, who frequented Bimini and found inspiration here for his sea-faring tales) villa has three big comfortable bedrooms, a large open bright living space, and a full open kitchen for big dinner parties, nestled in a lush half-acre enclave. Enjoy our deck right on the water with a full-size grill. The property has 100 feet of waterfront and a large dock. Includes tie-up for a boat up to about 40 feet; low tide about 40". No canals, no condos. Ernie’s offers an authentic Bimini-island experience outside the resort and the condos, without sacrificing creature comforts and style. A private, gated property steps away from a friendly local community with great restaurants, bars, and stores. If you want a larger gathering with family or friends, we have two other cottages close by on our property (#2875346 and # 2881517). A quick cart ride south to Radio Beach and the attractions of Alice Town. And a quicker cart ride north to the restaurants, casino, and other offerings of Resort World and the Hilton. Enjoy our yoga mats - a great way to start the day watching the sunrise. Starlink high-speed WIFI for Netflix (or checking in at work, if you must). Swim/snorkel right out front. Spectacular sunrises, sunsets, and rising moons are at your doorstep!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

We do not guarantee for weather/rough seas, and recommend trip/travel insurance. See cancellation policy.
We recommend that you lock/secure your boat. We are in a nice neighborhood, but there have been some thefts in Bimini (and all of the Bahamas).

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Note from host: Dogs must be quiet, well-behaved and leashed..

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 35
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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this cottage?

Located steps from Lucayan Archipelago, this cottage is in Alice Town, and within a 10-minute walk of Bimini Bay Marina and Rainbow Reef. You'll also find Bimini Water Sports and Alice Town Beach nearby.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock. a good place to stay for couples?

At this waterfront cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is North Bimini Island (NSB-North Seaplane Base), which is 4.1 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is South Bimini Island (BIM), which is about 2.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.?

Yes, every accommodation at Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock. comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oxana F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place for family or group vacation. The house is clean and recently updated, lots of space, great kitchen with everything you need to cook. We loved to swim in the bay and got lucky to see stingrays, sharks and lots of fish. Joe was very helpful and always ready to answer any questions
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views and great for docking boat.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really good spot for boaters. Instructions from host for the channel and how to acess was on point. Beds were comfy and sheets smelled amazing. Great views
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location. The house has everything you need for a Bimini get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori L., FORT LAUDERDALE

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was great. Sandbar protected dock and boat from most waves. House was clean and had all the needed amenities. We went 2 for 4 on blue marlin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lou R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The washer did work we planned on using the washer and dryer as listed in the add. Come to find out it did not work. There was no water for a few hours on the morning of the 3rd, it was an Island outage. Other than that it is a decent location. I would recommend updating the AC unit in the master bedroom and possibly a TV in the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maso O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Hideaway @ Bimini

Love this place for Bimini
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rosario P.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was good

We didn’t know we couldn’t swim in the water back of the house because there were sharks and manta rays
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frederic A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ariel H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not a bad place to say but not the best

It was my first time staying at the property and the highlight of the place is you have a great view of the Bimini Channel with a view of all the boats coming in and out. But at the same time you have to share the dock with 2 other cottages onsite. If you get to use the one that's closest to the house you wont have a big issue but If you have to dock on the outside the waves from all the boats passing by will have your boat rocking against the dock all day. I did not like the fact that just a few steps next door you have another place that is rented so I did not feel comfortable hanging out on the dock with another group of people right there that can hear or see everything your doing. With small children and and a bunch of men on a fishing trip next door it was not ideal. Having no privacy unless inside takes away a lot from the place. Upon arrival the workers had no idea we were coming In so they quickly freshen up the room but the beds had hair and you can tell the the sheets had not been washed. The rooms where nice in size with wall A/C that kept the rooms nice and cold at night. The Location of the place is great as you close to everything. I wish I had known that the property was shared with others because I would have factored that into my decision. My worry about booking here again would be if the people that are rented in the cottages on the same property are not too nice or are a bit rowdy it would ruin your vacation and the place is not cheap either.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

The house was the perfect fit for our large group. It was updated, clean and in the perfect location. We came by boat and the dock was large enough to accommodate 2 boats. No negatives!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gem

The property was absolutely amazing! Beautiful views, convenient dock and located near restaurant. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Boat dock

Be sure to bring lots of lines and fenders to protect your boat on the dock.House is fantastic and centrally located. Cannot beat the view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place in Bimini!

A group of us rented all 3 cottages for a week and it was even better than it looks on line. The views were spectacular and the cottages were so cute and clean. The property Manager was SO fast to respond - set up gold carts for us, dropped off propane when we ran out- just on top of everything! We are already planning our next trip. If I could give more than 5 stars I would!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda O.

Liked: Cleanliness

More than we could have asked for...

First the cottages and property looked beautiful in the photos! Then upon arrival we were even more impressed because the pictures were 100% accurate and the home was so inviting and comfortable. The house has everything you could ever need and want, it really felt like home. We stayed in Ernie's Cottage and we were all in awe of this unit. We will definitely be back and I hope that we can stay in one of these cottages everytime. The owners were responsive and helpful to all messages, just all in all a great experience, home and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon G., Valencia

Liked: Cleanliness

SO much better than expected!!!

Our expectations were on the good side, but from the time we stepped inside, good went to HOLY COW!!! This place was the PREFECT place for us! Location was central to everything, the recommendations for places to eat, things to do and ways to enjoy the island set things over the top! We had our own dock that we fished off of and caught some great fish, saw AMAZING sea creatures like sea stars, stingrays, conch, squid, hermit crabs and one night we saw a GIANT Spotted Eagle Ray that must have been 7 feet long! We had everything we needed to cook meals and the rooms were very comfy. We ate meals outside and inside and both were very comfortable. We made friends with a little Potcake (island dog) who was apparently named "Hot Skull". He looks to be a Beagle/Pit mix who is SOOOOO sweet! He would come by every day and visit us, lounge on the sand and we would sit and pet him. He is a VERY sweet dog! It was sad to say goodbye to him. Overall, this place is a spot we would return to time and time again! Close to shops, groceries, places to eat and everything! We feel so blessed to have found this spot and will come back!! Thanks for being AWESOME HOSTS!!! If you are lucky enough to book this place, you will love it! (and if you do, please pet Hot Skull for us!)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO in Bimini

There is no better VRBO in Bimini.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

This was the first time we decided to skip Christmas presents and take a family trip instead. So happy that we did. First trip to a Bahaman Island. Ernie's place is a wonderful property located within walking distance from Fisherman's Village. Very well stocked. Spacious for a family of 5. Great dock and outdoor living space. Comfortable beds. The online pictures are an accurate representation of the unit. We rented a golf cart as well. Great for getting around on the island. Definitely one of the nicest and well kept properties.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Bimini Bliss

Shaqueria was fabulous. Couldn’t have asked for a more responsive and kind property manager. The home is absolutely lovely in the heart of Bimini. You go for relaxation you will get it. The best part of this home was the water area you could swim in right off the dock when tides were low which was most late afternoons. It was perfect!!! Trying to talk my husband into going back with me soon. We went for a girls trip this time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachery S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bimini by personal boat

There was a slight hiccup with check in times but the property manager and owner got it squared away very quickly with no issues and also refunded a generous amount for our troubles. The house was perfect with only a couple small issues like the coffee pot, outside grill and one of the mini splits in the living room. The boat dock was more than adequate for my 32ft power catamaran with plenty of water depth on the big slip even at low tide. There was also fresh water hoses for post-sail clean up. We'll definitely stay here again. My only recommendation for the house is getting a new outside grill, outside fillet table on the dock and a ice machine would be fantastic. ($20 a bag in town is very expensive)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

Wonderful cottage- would stay again!! Clean and great location!! 5 stars!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Maso O.

Bimini’s Secret Spot

Stayed multiple times now…and we still love it! However, The place needs some maintenance and some good TLC…maybe a new property manager. Cleaning needs to step up their game!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024