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Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bimini, Bimini

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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 small 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). Spectacular sunrises, sunsets, and rising moons are at your doorstep!
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Rainbow Reef. Laundry facilities are available. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Rainbow Reef and 9 minutes by foot from Bimini Bay Marina
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Alice Town cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Note from host: Dogs must be quiet, well-behaved and leashed..

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to come to Bimini.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful. The views of the water was stunning. 10 out of 10 recommend. The pictures online do not do it justice.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theodore C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and accommodating. The property itself was absolutely beautiful with breathtaking views! One of our best family vacations!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryce U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and great for docking boat.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. The house has everything you need for a Bimini get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maso O.

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

Little Hideaway @ Bimini

Love this place for Bimini
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefani B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is paradise. We played, swam, floated, snorkeled and fished right off the dock. So many snapper, tarpon, barracuda, rays, tropical fish, and octopus. It was like our own sea world. We also absorbed the island and had great party nights out at the fun local bars. Slept comfortably, had everything we needed. So fun!
Sunrise
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Oxana F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana R.

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

Gem

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Great stay on the water, great view of seaplane departing.

I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Marc K.

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

Best VRBO in Bimini

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria Beatriz P.

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

Thank you for a great stay

The cottage was amazing and the host even better thank you so much 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great Place!

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

8/10 Good

Lisa Y.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette B.

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

Memorial Day vacation

Wonderful location. Beautiful home with great view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Great spot

Excellent spot, great amenities, beautiful views. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel B.

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

Cute cottage

We really loved our stay at Ernie’s cottage. Great and convenient location! We will definitely be booking again the next time we visit Bimini!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL L.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful property
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

Senior trip

The little cottage is adorable! Had everything you could need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dion F.

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

Simply stunning

Awesome place to stay and the hospitality was top notch. No question we will be back… next time with more family and friends!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake G.

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

Great experience

Great property and great location for the boat
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grayson P.

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

2nd year here

Great location and great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024