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Unique, authentic, exquisite waterfront cottage with a dock.

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Location

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly

Place, Bimini Bay Marina
Place, Stones of Atlantis Dive Site
Place, Alice Town Beach
Airport, South Bimini Island (BIM)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

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!

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Dogs must be quiet, well-behaved and leashed..

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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).

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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

About the area

Alice Town

Located in Alice Town, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bimini Bay Marina and Rainbow Reef are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lucayan Archipelago and Alice Town Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Bimini, Bimini

What's nearby

Bimini Bay Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Bimini Water Sports - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
Dolphin House Museum - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
Alice Town Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 km
Shell Beach - 26 min drive - 5.5 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
‪Tides - ‬15 min walk
Bimini Big John's
‪Joe's Conch Shack - ‬15 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 23 kg 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.?

Checkout 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 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kristen Y.

1 Sept 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL L.

23 June 2024

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

Beautiful

Beautiful property

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette B.

4 June 2023

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

Dion F.

12 Sept 2023

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

michael k.

8 Sept 2023

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.

18 Apr 2024

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

holly p.

16 July 2023

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

Laura T.

15 Aug 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandon G.

7 Jan 2025

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

Allie R.

3 Nov 2023

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

Beautiful property in paradise with all you need and amazing hosts!

There aren’t enough words to describe how perfect this home, the owners, and the property manager are! At the time of booking you are greeted with a message from the property owner providing you with detailed information about the property, location, local activities and restaurants, and contact information for the property manager and others that may be able to assist you during your stay. Upon arrival, you pull into a perfectly manicured, secluded lot that is surrounded by a privacy fence and hosts three cottages and a laundry building. We stayed at Ernie’s Cottage. When you walk into the cottage, your breath is immediately stolen by the open view at the back of the house overlooking the ocean. The water is just steps from the back of the house and is crystal clear. During our stay we say many fish, a starfish, and even stingrays just off the dock! The home has been tastefully remodeled with updated light fixtures, bathrooms, flooring, furniture, and appliances. It has all of the convenience of home, including a Keurig (full pot and pods - it does both), large gas grill, small wood grill, BLENDER, oven, microwave, remote controlled ceiling fan and lights, Amazon fire stick TV, dual head showers, wine glasses, cookware & dishes, and soft, comfortable bedding (just to make a few). The property has everything you need and want in a home away from home. Thank you so much to Joe, Karen, Shaquira and Mark for the beautiful property and amazing stay! ❤️

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oxana F.

9 Oct 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryce U.

21 Sept 2025

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

Beautiful views and great for docking boat.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

20 Sept 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

James A.

5 Aug 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Lou R.

18 July 2025

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

The washer did work we planned on using the washer and dryer as listed in the add. Come to find out it did not work. There was no water for a few hours on the morning of the 3rd, it was an Island outage. Other than that it is a decent location. I would recommend updating the AC unit in the master bedroom and possibly a TV in the rooms.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maso O.

6 July 2025

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

Little Hideaway @ Bimini

Love this place for Bimini

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rosario P.

2 July 2025

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

It was good

We didn’t know we couldn’t swim in the water back of the house because there were sharks and manta rays

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ariel H.

23 June 2025

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Not a bad place to say but not the best

It was my first time staying at the property and the highlight of the place is you have a great view of the Bimini Channel with a view of all the boats coming in and out. But at the same time you have to share the dock with 2 other cottages onsite. If you get to use the one that's closest to the house you wont have a big issue but If you have to dock on the outside the waves from all the boats passing by will have your boat rocking against the dock all day. I did not like the fact that just a few steps next door you have another place that is rented so I did not feel comfortable hanging out on the dock with another group of people right there that can hear or see everything your doing. With small children and and a bunch of men on a fishing trip next door it was not ideal. Having no privacy unless inside takes away a lot from the place. Upon arrival the workers had no idea we were coming In so they quickly freshen up the room but the beds had hair and you can tell the the sheets had not been washed. The rooms where nice in size with wall A/C that kept the rooms nice and cold at night. The Location of the place is great as you close to everything. I wish I had known that the property was shared with others because I would have factored that into my decision. My worry about booking here again would be if the people that are rented in the cottages on the same property are not too nice or are a bit rowdy it would ruin your vacation and the place is not cheap either.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W.

22 June 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana R.

30 May 2025

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

8/10 Good

Lisa Y.

16 May 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

24 Mar 2025

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

Best place in Bimini!

A group of us rented all 3 cottages for a week and it was even better than it looks on line. The views were spectacular and the cottages were so cute and clean. The property Manager was SO fast to respond - set up gold carts for us, dropped off propane when we ran out- just on top of everything! We are already planning our next trip. If I could give more than 5 stars I would!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda O.

17 Mar 2025

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

More than we could have asked for...

First the cottages and property looked beautiful in the photos! Then upon arrival we were even more impressed because the pictures were 100% accurate and the home was so inviting and comfortable. The house has everything you could ever need and want, it really felt like home. We stayed in Ernie's Cottage and we were all in awe of this unit. We will definitely be back and I hope that we can stay in one of these cottages everytime. The owners were responsive and helpful to all messages, just all in all a great experience, home and location!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc K.

2 Jan 2025

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.

30 Dec 2024

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

About the host

Hosted by Shequira Rolle

Joe and Karen visited Bimini before they were married over 25 years ago. After island hopping with their two boys Pete and Sam (now grown) seeking out the best diving, fishing, and boating they finally bought these vacation cottages in Bimini in 2021. The whole family is certified Advanced scuba divers and Joe is a trained free diver. They wanted a place to share with extended family and rent to those seeking warm, stunning blue water and a friendly, local island community.

Why they chose this property

The location of the Cottages at Bimini (Ernie's, Martin's and West Wing) make it a special, idyllic place. It is a completely private enclave for you to nestle into comfortably, but only a stone's throw from the friendly local community with great family restaurants and bars, Edith's famous pizza, Pat & Ebbie's bar & grill, a small liquor store, groceries, and shops. The health clinic is right across the street. A quick golf cart ride south to Alice town will take you to wonderful restaurants, Radio Beach, Dolphin house, and all the attractions of authentic Bimini. Or take a quick right north and in 4 minutes you can experience the restaurants, Casino, and other offerings of the Hilton and Resort World.
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What makes this property unique

Ernie's, Martin's and West Wing are all newly, fully renovated, with new kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and decks. In addition to partially shaded decks, Martin's and Ernie's also have beach areas to lounge in as you look over the beautiful waters and watch the boats cruise by. The sunrises, sunsets, and rising moons are spectacular. There is nice snorkeling right off the dock, or just stand and watch the fish and eagle rays swim by. We've been known to swim straight out from the dock to grab a lobster and a couple of conchs for dinner. And your dog is welcome!

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10/10 Excellent

Kristen Y.

Kristen Y.

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL L.

Beautiful

DANIEL L.

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette B.

Memorial Day vacation

Jeannette B.

10/10 Excellent

Dion F.

Simply stunning

Dion F.

10/10 Excellent

michael k.

Labor Day trip

michael k.

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Cannot possibly rate highly enough

Michael S.

10/10 Excellent

holly p.

Amazing Trip!!!!!

holly p.

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Game Changer

Laura T.

10/10 Excellent

Brandon G.

SO much better than expected!!!

Brandon G.

10/10 Excellent

Allie R.

Beautiful property in paradise with all you need and amazing hosts!