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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Elbow Cay, Hope Town
  • Place, Wyannie Malone Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hope Town Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tahiti Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marsh Harbour (MHH)
    ‪122 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

2nd Floor Top of the Stairs.

1 King Bed

6th Bedroom/ Downstairs First Floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

King Bedroom 2nd Floor facing Pool and South Island

1 King Bed

King Bed- Top Floor- Facing Pool and South

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 1 (2nd Floor)

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 attached to Downstairs Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3 North West Upstairs King Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

MASTER Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

MOTHER IN LAW SUITE

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom Jack and Jill shared with Bedroom 4 and 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide

Bahamian Rhapsody (Elbow Cay) —

Bahamian Rhapsody is better than ever.

Completely renovated since Hurricane Dorian, this high-end 7-bedroom home sits on a High Hill on Ocean Highway between Abaco Inn , On da Beach and Firefly. BR sits directly across from the ocean, with unobstructed panoramic views north and south along Elbow Cay.
* Just 50 yards down the hill is a private, peaceful sandy beach with soft sand and one of the best (hidden) Secret swimming areas on the island.
WHY GUESTS LOVE IT
7 Bedrooms (6 Kings + 1 Queen)
Large private bathrooms
Private pool
4 ocean-facing decks
Fully rebuilt diesel backup generator
Over 4,000 sq ft of living space
Walk to the beach down the hill- Very Secluded!

Minutes to:
Firefly, Abaco Inn, Seaspray Marina, On da Beach (400 yards) and Hopetown Marina!

SLEEPING / LAYOUT

Perfect for large families and groups — with plenty of space and privacy.
Main level: 1 King bedroom + 1 Queen bedroom (few steps, great for seniors)
Upstairs:
Primary King suite with private balcony + stand-alone tub
2 King bedrooms with private bathrooms
2 King bedrooms with Jack-and-Jill bathroom

KITCHEN / DINING
The home features a spacious, fully equipped kitchen designed for real cooking and group meals:
All new appliances
Two refrigerators (one upstairs)
Dining table for 14 +
Open family room layout
LIVING / AMENITIES

WiFi
Two 65” Smart TVs
Large sectional seating area
Two sets of washers & dryers + supplies included

LOCATION:

Located in the highly desirable White Sound area, just south of Hopetown Village and close to:

Firefly Resort
Abaco Inn
Seaspray Marina
On Da Beach

Boats can be moored at Seaspray (the BEST) or Sunset Exclusive Marina.

HURRICANE SEASON PEACE OF MIND
Full refund if a named storm is approaching the Abacos
Travel insurance Required-
Owners will reimburse reputable travel insurance for the cost bookings in August 15th thru September, and October 15th.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 8:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
PLS CLEAR THE KITCHEN SINK and help us By Loading the Dishwasher and starting the next Cycle.
IF there are any personal Items, pls remember to take them home with you!
If you have the Time, If you can take the sheets OFF and leave them on the BEDS for the cleaners to gather and start the Laundry, pls? Thank you!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1567687vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Hope Town

Located in Hope Town, this holiday home is by the sea. Abaco Marina and Marsh Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Garbanzo Beach and Tahiti Beach. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Map
Elbow Cay, Hope Town

What's nearby

  • Garbanzo Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Wyannie Malone Museum - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hope Town Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Tahiti Beach - 8 min drive - 4.0 km

Restaurants

  • Colors by the Sea
  • Boat Harbour Pool Bar
  • ‪Firefly Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • Snappa's Grill and Chill
  • KFC

Frequently asked questions

Does Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$2,748, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide?

Checkout is at 8:30 AM.

Where is Bahamian Rhapsody:inquire about LAST Minute Booking PROMO! Don't Let 2026 Slide located?

This family-friendly Hope Town holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wyannie Malone Museum, Garbanzo Beach and Hope Town Lighthouse. Tahiti Beach is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in Bahamian Rhapsody was wonderful. We had plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for 2 families to spread out in. Great location and the owner was very communicative. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2026
Thank you Katie and We AIM to Please so thank YOU for Staying with at Bahamian Rhapsody! Did we ever get you our 2 free Bahamian Rhapsody Shirts? Let us Know? Allison G and Mike S
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, absolutely nothing bad to say! Would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2026
Thanks Brandon! Any specific you could provide that would differentiate the Property and your stay? I KNOW surveys SUCK and we get surveys when we buy paper clips on AMAZON but a couple of specifics would REALLY help us a Lot! How was the caretaker? The cleaners? The Location? People look at reviews more than anything SO...if you were pleased and the group enjoyed their stay- let people know! Thanks, Mike Shields
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large, clean home just steps to the beach and located in the middle of Elbow Cay made it easy to explore the entire island. The house enabled our extended family to stay together and not have to rent 2 houses. Plenty of space to enjoy each other. We cooked several meals in the large kitchen. Communication before and during our stay was excellent! The house manager helped us to and from the ferry to house with all our luggage and people. Wonderful time and fabulous house that became our home in the beautiful Abacos. We all look forward to staying at Bahamian Rhapsody again!!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Thank you So much for your Kind and Thoughtful Review! I hope the Wedding for your daughter was Wonderful and the next time that you and Greg are in the Islands on Guana, Let's meet in person and have a cocktail! in Guana or Elbow Cay! We've put a Lot of Time and Effort into Bahamian Rhapsody. Thanks for the Cudos! I'd Like to get you my BR Shirt when they're printed again in a few weeks! Mike S
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

great spot

great island and great spot
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Great Vacay with the best of friends

Wonderful stay in Elbow Cay! Host was super responsive to any inquiries. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi B.

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

Great size and location!

House was great size with nice size bedrooms and bathrooms. Location was centrally located for everything we wanted to do!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2024
Great review.thanks Christi. Yea re always striving to get better.,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank B.

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

Xmas in Paradise

Perfect accommodation and location for all 12 of us. No complaints and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

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

Nice pool and lovely view of the ocean. The location of the house is gre

Excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2024
Thank YOU Much and we will continue to get better as we get away Dorian damage expenses and capital gets available..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful House

This is a beautiful house that is stocked with everything you need. It truly and very comfortably supports 10 people. The owners and caretaker are excellent and very responsive and helpful. We will definitely rent this house again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

What a great trip!!

Our family had an amazing time! The house was perfect for our group of kids, parents and grandparents! Mike and his group of employees did such a great job of making things easier for us since it was my first trip here. From lining up taxis, to golf cart rental, groceries and any other questions we had. The house had a great breeze blowing almost all the time and we all loved the pool. Gene was always nearby with an help we needed!! I certainly will recommend this house to all our friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

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

Muzzy's return

My family returned to Hope Town to spread our mother's ashes as requested. Mother was a long time visitor to Hope Town and wanted her grandchildren to see Hope Town. Bahamian Rhapsody was the perfect place to handle 8 afults and 3 children. Local contact was at ferry to meet us and help with luggage. A great stay and would highly recommend Bahamian Rhapsody.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2024
Thank you Doug and family. Thanks for the Cudos. God Speed to your deceased Mother..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house in a perfect location

A fantastic house in typical Abaco style. Beautiful views of the sea and pool area. Easily accommodated our group of 11 adults and was really well equipped with very comfy beds!! Lovely decor and spacious modern bathrooms. The furniture, fixtures and fittings really did reflect the website photos. The property is in a very good spot on the island. Close to the beach and equidistant to all the great places on the island making it a sensible choice of location. On Da Beach and Firefly very nearby but a golf cart is a must. Mike was so helpful during the booking process and his team on the island - Caroline and Jean - took great care of us and made our trip very easy and relaxed. We have been to Elbow Cay many times before and know the island well. This is a property we would definitely love to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2024
Thank YOU Sally and you are the Best Guest! The house will continue to improve as we re-invest all the time..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce U.

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

Water issue

Everything was great. On Thursday we came back to the house and we had been in a rain storm and everyone was taking showers. Water pressure was low but we assumed it was because of all the showers. Friday the water pressure ok but not great. Saturday when we were getting ready to leave we at times had no water and we needed to use a pot to get water from the pool to flush the toilets. We could not shower or make coffee. We told Gene when he came to get us at 8:30 am.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2024
Sometimes water Pressure gets Low due to the Filter System In have in My System. I like to Filter ALL the Water ... My apologies.. I have bought 10 new Mesh Filters..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Great House , Great views from balcony,Comfy beds, great lounging space , Beware of the off season.

4 couples, We all had ample space and our own Bedrooms, all of us were in upstairs bedrooms. The 2 bedrooms downstairs smell musty/damp, both had Mini-Split units, not sure if that is why. I would not have been happy staying in Either one of them. Grocery store was close. Pick up and drop off from Ferry was seamless, property manager was Great .A cooler available for guests with house with this price tag Would have been a nice touch, as those are difficult to bring, we wanted to take drinks to beach. We found one on the side of the road, cleaned it up and left it in the closet for others. I was told no Keurig was available , but in fact both that and a VERY slow drip were on the property, took long time in AM to make coffee for all of us. Off season Notice: Was not aware that SOOOOO many places were closed in the off season, I feel like that is something that you should probably disclose to renters ,as it would have made an impact on us and we would not have come at this time, would’ve waited a few weeks. We missed out on many restaurants We knew that this was hurricane season and we were taking a chance by booking, but we just weren’t aware that resorts and restaurants shut down during Sept and October . Getting to the beach isn’t super easy. It’s very sloped and the beach is Beautiful ,but not easy to relax “In” the water, if you are just looking its Amazing, it will eat you up with churning waves , you must take a golf cart to the relaxing beaches .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Elizabeth was a great Guest and Kind enough to bring over a couple of Small Parts I needed to make a minor repair. Thank YOU - as parts are not easily accessible in Marsh Harbor or Elbow Cay. We do have Coolers at Both Southern Cross and Bahamian Rhapsody. A lot of Guest Bring over Steaks and Perishables in Coolers and then leave them with us for their next trip.. rather than bring them home empty.. My Caretaker Caroline or Jean can pull them from the garage areas of either house. The Coffee makers get replaced often. I'll have to see which ones brew quicker. Maybe 2 would work? I know that it can be frustrating waiting for the First Cup of Coffee in the morning. The Off Season anywhere in the Caribean can be slower. Firefly and Abaco Inn are always open- and when Sea Spray gets their Land based operations constructed, Im sure they'll be open too.. I think Hopetown Harbor Marina stays open as well but some of the other smaller places close down for a few months until November.. Thank you for your observation about a Musty smell. These 2 rooms use mini Splits A/C's but I don't think that's it.. have upgraded ALL the UPSTAIRS Mattresses in the last 2 years with Black Beauty Beauty Rest mattresses but I have asked My Caretaker to assess the 2 downstairs mattresses and Box Springs and see if they are in need of replacement. We have TILE all over the house so it's not from carpeting. I'm glad that the 5 Kind Beds upstairs were able to accommodate everyone in the group.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

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

Birthday stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The arrival and check in process was extremely easy and any issues we had were taken care of (needed to reset internet). The property is centrally located and the entire island easily accessible. Great property for a large group to rent and we would rent it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Great location

Awesome
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2024
Thank you and Much More!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

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

Great location and large house good for a group

Enjoyed our stay. The owner and his caretakers were easy to work with and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

Perfect Place

Perfect location about half way between Abaco Inn and Hopetown Marina. Very clean. Caretaker was very helpful and responsive. Pool was perfect to relax after a day on the boat. Plenty of space for 8 people. Could not have had a better stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gia T.

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

Paradise Found

Three families. One week stay. The ladies flew and the guys took our boat over from Ft. Lauderdale. Marina just a few minutes golf cart ride away. Mike (the owner), helpers Jean, Caroline and Paulette are all top notch. Great location. Sun, fun, relaxation. Little over an hour boat ride to swim with the nurse sharks and stingrays was absolutely worth it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Talli C.

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

Great house and pool! Great location!

We had an enjoyable week….the house easily held our group and is situated on a hill overlooking the ocean so great views and breeze!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christin K.

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

Great times

Went over with some friends and we had an excellent time. The house is beautiful and well stocked. There were 8 of us and we had plenty of room to free move about the house. The owner Mike is very attentive and quick with responses. Jean, his caretaker is great too. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for families

Bahamian Rhapsody is a great home away from home. Lots of space and places for family to come together. Excellent communication with the property management and owner.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Everything you could possibly want!

Incredible time here! Mike was a wonderful host and was super responsive to all inquiries before and during our stay. We also had a great experience working with his house manager, Jean. If you are looking for a great place to rest your head after a long day of taking in the breathtaking views, this is your spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Michael (Mike) Shields

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We love the Abacos and want to share our love of the island life with our guests . We also proudly own Southern Cross of the Abacos

Why they chose this property

Hopetown is peaceful and laid back , a non commercial vibe , just Island Hopping and boating , Fine Dining at Abaco Inn and Firefly Resort. Casual Dining at On Da Beach and Hopetown Marina Hotel and Restaurant, Captain Jacks, (2022), Mackey's Take Out and Willies Takeout.

What makes this property unique

Not many homes on the island can accommodate large families, and or groups of over 10 Guests with the comfort and space Bahamian Rhapsody provides - this is one of the few 6/7 bedroom homes with these features available on the island! Pool, Ocean views, Steps to private beach .

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French

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