10/10 Excellent
Mindy S.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Mindy S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Entire home
Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Barbecue
Explore the area
Elbow Cay, Central Abaco
- Wyannie Malone MuseumPlace, Wyannie Malone Museum4 min walk
- Hope Town LighthousePlace, Hope Town Lighthouse17 min walk
- Tahiti BeachPlace, Tahiti Beach11 min drive
- Marsh Harbour (MHH)Airport, Marsh Harbour (MHH)115 min drive
Room options
About the area
Hope Town
At this holiday home you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Wyannie Malone Museum and 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Hope Town Lighthouse. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a patio and a Smart TV. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a fenced private garden and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer, an iron/ironing board and a phone are also available. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Hope Town holiday home include Garbanzo Beach and Tahiti Beach.
What's nearby
- Wyannie Malone Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Hope Town Lighthouse - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Garbanzo Beach - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
- Tahiti Beach - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
Restaurants
- Colors by the Sea
- Firefly Restaurant - 7 min drive
- Captain Jack's - 4 min drive
- Boat Harbour Pool Bar
- Leverage Sporting Lounge
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock
A charming cottage in the heart of Hope Town settlement, Dunwanderin showcases its late 1800s origin yet is fully renovated and modernized with all desirable amenities. Nestled within lush native vegetation on quiet Lover’s Lane, only steps away are a beautiful ocean beach, the scenic harbor and famous lighthouse, quaint shops, eateries, grocery store, public docks, and its very own boat slip.
With friendly locals and a tranquil, family-friendly environment, Elbow Cay offers an alternative to the cruise ships, mega-resorts, “compounds”, and crowds of many Bahamian destinations.
Key Features:
• 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms + superb outdoor shower – ideal accommodations for 4 adults. 2 younger guests can be accommodated for an additional fee on a sofa bed in the TV room.
• Harborside boat slip accommodates most any outboard
• Very comfortably furnished, tastefully decorated
• Well-equipped kitchen with chef’s cookware and appliances
• Fully automated backup generator (very important!)
• Cistern water filtered and UV sterilized
• Fiber optic internet/Wi-Fi, streaming and cable TV
• Close by (truly!) -harbor, boat slip, ferry dock, pickleball courts, restaurants, groceries, ocean beach, laundromat, bike rentals, gift hops, liquor store, museum, property manager
• Excellent reviews- see what actual guests have to say about Dunwanderin
Detailed information on the house and area, extensive photos, and a virtual tour await your exploration at the house website. Links are not allowed on this page – so please enter “dunwanderin(dot)net” in your browser.
About the owners: William and Lynn are from New Bern, NC and 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 before falling in love with and purchasing Dunwanderin. They take great pride in keeping the house in excellent condition and are constantly making improvements. Sharing their island home with renters when they are absent is their pleasure.
NOTE: PRICING IS NOT GUARANTEED UNTIL CONFIRMED BY ELBOW CAY PROPERTIES. This property has security cameras - a full description and location can be viewed in your contract or you can contact us directly for details. No pets allowed.
TIN #130700476
With friendly locals and a tranquil, family-friendly environment, Elbow Cay offers an alternative to the cruise ships, mega-resorts, “compounds”, and crowds of many Bahamian destinations.
Key Features:
• 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms + superb outdoor shower – ideal accommodations for 4 adults. 2 younger guests can be accommodated for an additional fee on a sofa bed in the TV room.
• Harborside boat slip accommodates most any outboard
• Very comfortably furnished, tastefully decorated
• Well-equipped kitchen with chef’s cookware and appliances
• Fully automated backup generator (very important!)
• Cistern water filtered and UV sterilized
• Fiber optic internet/Wi-Fi, streaming and cable TV
• Close by (truly!) -harbor, boat slip, ferry dock, pickleball courts, restaurants, groceries, ocean beach, laundromat, bike rentals, gift hops, liquor store, museum, property manager
• Excellent reviews- see what actual guests have to say about Dunwanderin
Detailed information on the house and area, extensive photos, and a virtual tour await your exploration at the house website. Links are not allowed on this page – so please enter “dunwanderin(dot)net” in your browser.
About the owners: William and Lynn are from New Bern, NC and 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 before falling in love with and purchasing Dunwanderin. They take great pride in keeping the house in excellent condition and are constantly making improvements. Sharing their island home with renters when they are absent is their pleasure.
NOTE: PRICING IS NOT GUARANTEED UNTIL CONFIRMED BY ELBOW CAY PROPERTIES. This property has security cameras - a full description and location can be viewed in your contract or you can contact us directly for details. No pets allowed.
TIN #130700476
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Patio
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- In a village
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 9:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
2318-138123
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock?
The closest beach to Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock is Tahiti Beach (5.1 km).
Does Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock?
No, Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock?
No, pets are not allowed.
Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
10 - Excellent
41
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Josh C.
18 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage in town
Great stay in Hope Town. Everything we needed for a week stay and would gladly return.
Josh C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Arnold S.
29 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
We have an extra key. Where should we send it. We r property Owers on Elbow Cay had Family reunion
Everything was fine
Arnold S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bruce T.
17 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Bruce T.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca B.
29 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay!
We had a wonderful stay at this property! The house was perfect. The neighbors are wonderful as well. The property managers were amazing, they helped us with everything from booking a golf cart to having a birthday cake delivered. We loved everything about the place and would stay again!
Rebecca B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Diane B.
1 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Hopetown is Quaint and Wonderful
We have stayed here in the past-and it is just as cozy and welcoming as before Dorian. There is lots of rehab going on and Hopetown is always interesting and the ocean is exquisite. The plus is Mr Vernon's Grocery right next door!
Diane B.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tracy H.
27 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
We love hometown and admire Dunwanderin!
This is our 2nd time staying at Dunwderin! We love it! It's so charming and comfortable! The location is perfect! Easy access to everything! Cant wait to come back!