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Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Marina
Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Elbow Cay, Central Abaco
  • Place, Wyannie Malone Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Hope Town Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahiti Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marsh Harbour (MHH)
    ‪115 min drive‬

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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.

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
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lucayan Archipelago. A kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and patio
  • Steps from Lucayan Archipelago and 5 minutes by foot from Wyannie Malone Museum
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite 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
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

2318-138123

Dunwanderin-Historic Cottage in the Heart of Hope Town w/dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay in Hope Town. Everything about the house was great! So quaint and interesting. The art on the walls was local and so pleasing to look at it. A well loved and taken care of house!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage in town

Great stay in Hope Town. Everything we needed for a week stay and would gladly return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Arnold S.

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
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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!