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Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.

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Property grounds
Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

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!

Property manager

Shequira Rolle

Languages

English

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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

  • Laundromat nearby
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Dogs must be quiet, well-behaved and leashed..

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Bimini, Bimini

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Reef - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bimini Bay Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

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
  • ‪Joe's Conch Shack - ‬15 min walk
  • Beach Club 360
  • ‪Stuart's Conch Stand - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Lucayan Archipelago and Rainbow Reef. Bimini Bay Marina and Bimini Water Sports are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Maso O.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
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

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place and trip.
Perfect place for our family trip. Clean and comfortable had all the basic essentials. We struggled with not bringing enough food and had to shop a lot on the island which was tough. But the house and property and location made it easy and very enjoyable. We’re already planning another trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

chad w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable views!
Beautiful home with a dock steps from the back door! Highly recommend if bringing a boat! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Marc K., North Miami Beach, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best spot in Bimini
This is my go to spot when staying in Bimini. Ernie's is spacious. Great dining room and kitchen. Beautiful view of the flats.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb & Dick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Celebrations
We had an amazing stay! The cottage was exactly as listed and accommodated our families of 8 very comfortably. The sunrises were so peaceful! The people were so welcoming. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

maxime s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Quiet and causy place!
The house is big and very nice view on the pier ! Close to all best restaurants and the beach Club! I recommand this house
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day trip
Great setup and location. Already booked for another trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot possibly rate highly enough
As nice as the house looks online, it is much better once you're there. The house is very nice, the view, the water, the location send it over the top. Also the host rep Shequira took very good care of us, and was a pleasure to deal with. We look forward to staying there again in the future. No doubt 5/5 across the board.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon G.

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

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, view and amenities
Family vacay with boat from Miami. The home, porch, bedrooms and baths exceeded expectations. Appreciated the outdoor warm showers, extreme timeliness of host responses, great cooking pans, and rising sun photo ops. Definitely will consider again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week!
Property manager was there to greet us and help us get checked in. No issues during our stay. Property was very nice and just as represented online. We enjoyed evenings on the dock. Saw some eagle rays swim by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

holly p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Trip!!!!!
We had a great trip. It was our first time in bimini. The house was perfectly clean and came with everything we needed for the week. Awesome outdoor spaces to relax. Wonderful dock for parking the boat, with a great space for swimming and fishing too. Joe the owner was super helpful, very kind and responsive to questions. We are looking forward to returning soon!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachery S.

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

Melissa U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top Tier
This house was better than the listing had mentioned! The house was much bigger than expected, and each room perfectly accommodated our 5-person party. The view of the water was spectacular and the location was amazing. We were given recommendations for food and golf cart rentals ahead of our visit which was extremely helpful. We hope to be back in the future and would highly recommend booking your stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

melanie h., Holly Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SPECTACULAR!
Words won’t do this listing the justice it deserves. The house was amazing, the view was amazing, the owner was amazing! Location was great! We had issues with our flight and Joe helped us with accommodations for the extra night. He was always available for any questions we had and helped us so many times. I can’t recommend this home enough. We are already planning to go back and book with Joe again. Next time we will definitely come in by Sea Plane.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Game Changer
We have stayed on S. Bimini for the last 2 years and thought “what could be better than this”. Well, we found it at Ernie’s Cottage. The view was gorgeous, watching the boats go by, the breeze, watching the kids play in the water off the dock…and much more, were all factors in exceeding my expectations. The house if spacious, beautifully decorated and comfortable. We had a large crew and made it work. (I checked with Joe on this first) The absolute best part was that we could sit outside and enjoy the mornings and evenings with NO BUGS. It was absolutely amazing! Hope to stay at Ernie’s again next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023