Whistling Duck: Private Oceanfront Cottage

On the beach, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Interior
10.0
Outstanding(19 Reviews)

Cottage in Cuba

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cottage rental

New owners in 2022 but the same property manager, and the same great environment that returning guests enjoyed in the past.

Whistling Duck is a romantic one bedroom cottage, approx 600 sq ft. It has air conditioning, and a full kitchen, living room, full bath with an inside shower, plus an outside shower, and a king sized bed. It’s located on beautiful Lochabar Point Beach in Clarence Town, Long Island, Bahamas. Three islands border the harbour in front to protect and calm the water. Wonderful for swimming and snorkeling! Inside French doors open into the bedroom with a connecting bathroom. A private veranda with an attached outdoor shower is accessible from the bedroom. Windows abound with special water views. The covered porch deck leads to a path, and a few steps take you to a covered palapa placed right at the water’s edge.

This cottage has privacy but is within a short drive to well stocked stores and great island restaurants. It is a self caretaking cottage with the option for a fee of daily housekeeping. Long Island is a family friendly island and is very safe. It is known as one of the best places in the world to bonefish.

Sister Cottage: Passionate Pelican Cottage is located about 100 ft away and has its own beach access.

The beach in front of the cottages will disappear with the rising tide, but you can walk to Lochabar Point beach immediately next to the cottages, with a very long sandy beach.
Items provided: Bed linens, Kitchen appliances, Kitchenware, Blender, Microwave, Coffee Pot, DVD player with selection of movies, Hair dryer, Outside shower, 2 chaise lounges, Deck & 2 glider deck chairs, Tropical paddle fans, Books and puzzles.

Phone service: There is a phone in the cottage that can be used for local calls only. It will receive long distance calls but can’t be used for long distance calling. Cell phone service is available if you have a roaming plan that covers The Bahamas.

Use of a tandem (2 seat) kayak. Life jackets are provided and required for use at all times while kayaking.

Items to bring: Personal toiletries, Books, Snorkeling equipment, Swimsuits.

Activities to enjoy: Great snorkeling with your supplies, Swimming, Beach combing, Island travel and sightseeing, Cave exploring, Tasting wonderful island food, or Sitting back and taking a well-deserved break!

Stays for over 7 nights: Our housekeeper or one she appoints will come in to do a light sweeping, linens changed and any other cleaning she feels is needed. This is provided in the reservation cost.

Extras not included: Daily housekeeping, fishing with guides, car rental, food baskets and other excursion packages. These may be provided by outside resources, and must be arranged directly between guests and providers.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony or Patio
TV

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Reviews

10.0
Outstanding(19 Reviews)
10.0
May 2024
Quiet,secluded,and beautiful. All the comforts of home in a very special setting.Not only were Peter(owner) and Violet(manager) great communicators, they were gracious and accommodating in every way.Swimming , snorkeling, kayaking or just relaxing on the front porch with a cup of coffee,this place had it all.I can't wait to return to this incredible island and the little cottage across the Cay!
10.0
May 2024
My husband and I had a fabulous stay at the Whistling Duck Cottage!! The owners were absolutely lovely. We met Pam, one of the owners, at the airport as we arrived for our stay, and her husband, Peter, at the cottage when we arrived. We may have been different than most guests who come to the cottage, we needed to unwind completely! We didn't leave until the last full day, when we explored Dean's Blue Hole (a must) and had a delicious lunch at the marina. We took advantage of having the kayak at our fingertips and paddled across the bay to one of the islands - talk about seashells!? Tons of shells and sand dollars. One of the things we loved most about the trip was that we felt like we were the only ones on the island for most of the time! We also made friends with the local pup nearby when we walked down to the larger beach. He stayed with us and guided us back. Sunbathing on the deck, reading a book on the covered porch, and the outdoor shower (literally ONLY use this one...it's phenomenal) were other highlights. We will absolutely be back! Thanks Peter and Pam for a lovely stay!
10.0
Apr 2024
This was our first time to Long Island. The best decision we made was staying at the Whistling Duck. Before our trip Peter was great with answering my emails. We were greeted by the manager Violet, who showed us around and gave us a lot of useful information. The place is very cozy. Great front and back porches to enjoy the sounds of the water. The gazebo by the water was our favorite place to hang out. We did swim in front of the house when the tide was right. Lochabar Bay is beautiful. A highlight of our trip was kayaking across the bay and around the Blue Hole. The outdoor shower was incredible. Nothing like hearing the waves and seeing the stars. The outdoor clothes line was very handy. The house is well equipped with everything we needed. Visit Erica’s bakery for incredible banana bread and meet this kind woman. The house is centrally located to explore the island. Lighthouse point has great fish tacos. The pig roast Friday nights at Rowdy boys was fun. Gordon’s is a must and about 30 minutes away. North you will find Tiny’s, Chez Pierre and Harbour club around 45 minutes. Thank you Pam and Peter for sharing this great property. We will be back.
10.0
Mar 2024
Whistling Duck was an absolute tropical treasure. The beauty and sounds of the aqua-teal waters and breezes met us everyday and lulled us to sleep each night. Peter was so helpful and accommodating with transportation issues and overall guidance. When we had a huge storm and lost power, Violet the property manager was available to assist and even checked up on us the next day. The house is clean, cozy, quiet, and has everything you need with a porch and deck perfect for relaxing and stargazing. Beach at our doorstep and short walk to the Lochabar Bay nearby. The island was easy to get around and we enjoyed the food and people. This was a very special vacation we won't forget.
10.0
Mar 2024
It was perfect. Thank you to Peter for being an amazing host. Sitting at the waters edge every day was pure bliss.
10.0
Mar 2024
This house is adorable first off. In perfect condition, extremely clean. The location….you CANNOT explain how beautiful it is here. The beach basically out the front door, the breeze, the view. If you want a place to relax and enjoy a beautiful island with no crowds, this is the island. The hosts Peter and Pam are more than helpful, we did not have a question unanswered. We appreciated them.
10.0
Feb 2024
Quiet, private, and perfect! Peter communicated to us tidbits about the island and weather that helped us in our planning. We would be glad to go there again and again!
10.0
Dec 2023
The house and furnishings were excellent and comfortable in every way. I wouldn't change a thing. But what I most enjoyed was the environment and location. From the two decks the views all day and all night were spectacular and engaging with the changing weather, light, colors, stars and wave action. The property is next to a less famous but more beautiful "blue hole" with coral and fish for snorkeling. We had to leave too soon.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cuba?

The average price for a rental in Cuba is $65 per night. This rental is $239 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Whistling Duck: Private Oceanfront Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Whistling Duck: Private Oceanfront Cottage pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Whistling Duck: Private Oceanfront Cottage?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, balcony or patio, and tv.

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