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Farther Away - A Cliff Top Cottage Overlooking Beautiful East Coast Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Whitehaven, St. Phillip, Barbados
  • Ragged Point Lighthouse
    5 min drive
  • Bath Beach
    9 min drive
  • East Point Grill
    5 min drive
  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    22 min drive

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About the area

Whitehaven

Located in Whitehaven, this cottage is by the ocean, within a 10-minute drive of Ragged Point Lighthouse and Codrington College. .This cottage is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Dover Beach and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Crane Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Bottom Bay Beach - 19 min drive
  • Crane Beach - 26 min drive
  • Miami Beach - 30 min drive
  • Bathsheba Beach - 31 min drive
  • Dover Beach - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Grantley Adams Intl. Airport (BGI) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Italia Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪De Garage - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Chefette Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Round House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cutters - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Farther Away - A Cliff Top Cottage Overlooking Beautiful East Coast Beach

Farther Away is a Unique and Beautiful Cottage Overlooking the East Coast beach of Skeete's Bay with incredible panoramic views. Cool, Breezy, Relaxing and Peaceful.

Short walk to the beach where you can swim, sunbathe, walk on the beach, hike and even fish off the pier.

Just imagine, watching the beautiful sunrise, sipping a cup of coffee or tea, or after having had an invigorating sea bath, cooling out on the deck with a glass of Clarkie's complimentary Bajan Rum Punch! Immerse yourself in the incredible natural vista and experience true relaxation at it's finest.

There are three bedrooms with 2 twin beds in each room. The Master Bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and the other 2 bedrooms share a bathroom.

Good public transport service but car is more convenient and suggested.

Keywords: Farther Away, Bayfield, Beautiful, Cliff, Top, Clifftop, Cottage, Overlooking, East, Coast, Beach, Barbados, Skeetes, Bay, Caribbean, Sea, Bayfield,

Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a safe and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Caroline Gill

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pool, children must be supervised at times.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Farther Away - A Cliff Top Cottage Overlooking Beautiful East Coast Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Stars 👍
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We just returned from an incredible trip and can’t say enough good things about our stay at this beautiful house! The location was perfect, providing breathtaking views that made every moment special. The house was impeccably maintained, combining comfort and style in a way that truly enhanced our experience. What really stood out was the host—they were incredibly nice and accommodating, making the entire process seamless and enjoyable. We felt truly welcomed and appreciated their attentiveness. We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a fantastic getaway. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Escape
Farther Away was absolutely beautiful. The views of the Atlantic and surrounding coast were spectacular. The cottage is very cozy with 3 bedrooms. The master has a comfy king size bed. Being able to open the shutter doors and have that constant breeze and view from the entire house was so relaxing. The kitchen is totally functional with all the spices and cooking utensils you need. There were big beach towels and beach chairs and other items like bug spray , aloe , shampoo, soap , conditioner. It’s so nice to have the little extras that can add up! The entire house was immaculate. The water pressure was fantastic. The best part of the home is the large back porch. It is fully covered and has a pool built in to the deck which was wonderful to cool off in. And of course that beautiful view There are plenty of Adirondack chairs and also padded lounge chairs and a great hammock. The plants surrounding the home are lovely and give it that extra touch and show that it is well cared for. Caroline was so kind and easy to work with. Thank you again for sharing your home with us. We would highly recommend staying at Farther Away. So glad we did-we had a fantastic time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D., Cleveland, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
First time in Barbados and we picked a great house. Nice quiet neighborhood views are spectacular. Recommend a rental car to get around. We toured the whole island and always great to come back to the house. Caroline was fantastic and very accommodating and communication was great. Highly recommend Farther Away.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farther Away Takes You Where You Want To Be
It was a joy to stay here for three weeks. The constant Barbados sun and the sea breezes off the Atlantic cured our winter blues. The owners have thought of everything you could need including the amazing rum punch. Farther Away is decorated with an array of Caribbean colours, inside and out, making it a happy place. We did not need air conditioning because of the Atlantic sea breezes. A few things that surprised us - you can drink the water from the tap, the internet is great, neighbours are friendly, and the house is eco-friendly.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farther Away
This home was everything it’s described to be. A feeling of being away. The ever present sound of the ocean….the delicious cool breezes….the unforgettable views….all lead to a feeling of being away from it all. Super relaxing. Caroline was there for us at 1am when we landed and tended to all our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Holiday
My husband and I spent 10 wonderful days at Farther Away it was a perfect holiday for us, quiet and chilled out a beautiful ‘real Caribbean house’ cool and breezy, travelled everywhere to see the sites lovely lunches and beach bars. Caroline Thank you it was a special break for us.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parents and Teenagers on vacay!!!
We loved our time at Farther Away! There is something special about waking up to the sound of the surf and a view for miles up the coast from a fabulous cliff perch!!! No issues getting anywhere and as a family of surf-bums, who know Barbados pretty well, we had easy trips to Dover Beach, Freight's Bay and Cattlewash (I am too old for Soup Bowl!!!). The rest of Barbados is not hard to get to and we made it to Oistin's regularly, The only problem we had was that it was so comfortable at Farther Away that it was really really tough to get going past the patio and the lovely plunge pool, whose jets we set our clocks by. Don't forget to visit the Variety down the street if you go, they are lovely and most of the bus drivers stop there, so if you want the official Barbados Bus Experience, this is where you want to make some friends and get started. Thanks so much to Caroline, who was lovely the whole time and went to lengths to make sure we were ok!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol R., Martinez, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic View and sounds of ocean.
We loved this cute house and loved listening and watching the ocean even from the pool. Played with the games made available and used the beach chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views and amazing sunrises
My husband and I had an amazing time at Farther Away. The privacy was just what we needed! We loved waking up to the view of the ocean and the spectacular sunrise. We had everything we needed in the cottage and Caroline went above and beyond as a host coming out to find us after we got lost. She was always available if we were looking for suggestions or directions for food and entertainment. We look forward to returning to Farther Away! Thank you for everything Caroline!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
I would like to recommend this property to anyone who would like to get away from the hustle and bustle of the western side of Barbados. This property overlooks Skeetes Bay and is on the top of a cliff also overlooking the ocean. The cottage is clean and has all the amenities you need for a great stay. The plunge pool is private and just what you need to cool down while sitting on the backdeck enjoying the view. Caroline the host was awesome and would instantly respond to any questions with great advise as to what to do and see on the island.. I highly recommend this place. Some words of advice - Farther Away is in deed just that - so a rental vehicle is a must. When we were there the beach below was filled with seaweed which is happening right now down the entire eastern side of Barbados (and a a lot of the Caribbean), as a result we couldn't use the beach right by the cottage. I'm told that isn't usually the case just bad luck on our part. There are many other incredible beaches within a 20 minute drive. Enjoy the view and the breeze, its truly a magical spot, and the rum punch provide as a welcoming gift is wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family retreat
Absolutely amazing time! Great hosts!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable views
Fabulous Caribbean style home that opens up to wonderful breezes, a fabulous balcony and the most incredible views. Caroline was wonderful to deal with and Dave makes the best rum punch. Really loved our time here!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view
Nice building in a good location with great views
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming beyond Expectations!
As a return visitor to Barbados, I was looking for a specific property on the Eastern coast that would provide my entire family (3 adults and 3 teenagers) with a "home away from home" for Christmas. Farther Away Cottage fit the bill in every way! The location in Bayfield, St. Philip Parrish, is indeed "farther away" from the hustle and bustle and more lavish, touristy Western side of the island, but that's exactly where we wanted to be to experience more of the real local culture. The property is a family built getaway overlooking Skeete;s Bay. The ocean sounds and smells and the incredible views offered the relaxing getaway we all so desperately needed. The teenagers were NOT bored as we pre-booked multiple excursions with either door to door pick-up or within easy driving distance. The cottage is outfitted with virtually everything a family would need to cook, dine on the porch and even do laundry whenever we needed. Oh, and a very nice surprise was waiting for us when we arrived on Christmas Eve, the family's secret recipe for Barbadian Rum Punch! We all simply cannot wait to go back! PS Previously I had always stayed at the luxurious Crane Hotel not far from the cottage - staying at Farther Away is an entirely different, very unique local experience. We even met the neighbors. Caroline, thank you for helping my family make new and incredible memories! Hope to see you again! Christine Hillard and the Smith Family, Bowling Green, KY USA
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry M., Canada

A great stay at Farther Away
The view and breezes from our cottage were spectacular and our family enjoyed our time here - the new pool was cool but a lovely surprise.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect secluded hide-away
As a group of 4 adults, we settled in, to a month of pure relaxation. Went out to shop for enough groceries every week with our rented car but spent our days on the beautiful deck overlooking the turquoise ocean and surf that lulled us to sleep at night. Took long walks everyday around the neighbourhood for exercise. and we all read many books. Ventured out to lovely waterfront restaurants for lunch on the island, so feel we got the best that Barbados has to offer for retired couples seeking peace and contentment. A car is necessary but with a GPS we were able to get anywhere we wanted to go. Lovely island and people everywhere were most helpful and friendly. Great place.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

emma s., london england

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Incredible house, with fantastic views. Tons of amenities. Home away from home
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui B., uk

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful authentic barbados cottage
We loved our stay at Faraway Cottage over Christmas and New Year, it is really well equipped with everything you need to live there during your stay. The constant sea breeze keeps the cottage comfortable and when we were there we would open the doors and listen to the relaxing sounds of the sea. Best to have a hire car and only 15-20mins away from everything. Bought all my fruit and veg from the beautiful stalls near farms, coconut water, freshly prepared by the side of the road. Loved being away from the main tourist area and experiencing the real barbados, all the neighbours in the village were super friendly. Caroline and David made everything welcoming and easy and there was even complimentary delicious rum punch in the fridge when we arrived. Would definately recommend and would return to stay at this property again.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we hoped it would be - & more!
Our family (husband, wife, & two adult children) stayed here for one week in December 2019. The house itself is comfortable and charming, colourfully decorated with nautical paintings, photos and homey touches. The living room and 2 of the 3 bedrooms open up to the expansive outdoor veranda, and a magnificent view to the Atlantic Ocean! The covered veranda is where we hung out whenever we were “at home”. It has a hammock, a sizable dining table and chairs, and a good number of very comfortable lounge chairs. In front of the veranda, is a small open patio where we could “sun” ourselves if we wanted. The hosts had thought of everything to make our stay as pleasant as possible. All towels, beach chairs, toiletries, washer & dryer, CD player & CD’s, plenty of fridge & freezer space was all there if we needed it. Since restaurants are not close by, we cooked many meals in the well-appointed kitchen. The hosts provided every cooking pot, pan, utensil imaginable, plus accoutrements such as spices, teas, vinegar etc. that we didn't have to purchase, but appreciated having. The owner even provided a delicious (secret recipe) rum punch for us to enjoy! The beds were very comfortable, and the sheets and bedding were good quality and very clean. Each bed came with mosquito netting above it, but we didn’t really need it when we were there. Even though there is no screening on the windows or doors, the warm breeze off the ocean meant that no insects were ever an issue. That breeze was also heavenly to sleep with! The house is located high on a cliff, overlooking the ocean, and a beach we could walk down to, and swim if we wanted, (though there are much nicer swimming beaches on the island). The hosts have made it very clear in their write-up that the house is aptly named. “Further Away” is definitely located far away from Restaurants, Bars, Grocery stores and most amenities. Also, the east coast of the island is not as popular for tourists and is not as built-up as the south and west coasts. But if one is looking for a quiet get-away, to relax and regenerate, where nature is still somewhat untouched, this is simply a spectacular location! We'll never forget that view – at sunrise, with the sun rising over the ocean, in the glorious sunshine of the day, and at night – with reflected moonlight on the water. It was a magical, memorable, magnificent holiday- Thank you Caroline! PS: The Barbadian people are exceptionally happy, friendly & helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leean D.

Breathtaking views, relaxing atmosphere, great accommodations.
Farther away was the perfect getaway if you're looking for a place to escape from the hustle and bustle. We loved spending quite evenings and early mornings on the enormous deck. Caroline was very accommodating in getting us acquainted with Barbardos, meeting us as the airport, stopping on the way home at a market, and making sure we arrived safely at Father Away. Of course, you can't stay here and not mention the Rum Punch. It was truly the best we had on the island! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage and would not hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerri F.

Hidden Gem
Farther Away is a hidden gem on the East Coast. The view from the balcony is breathtaking. The house is well equipped and cozy. Caroline was helpful throughout the whole booking process and arrival, helping us to get to the villa safe and sound. We highly recommend to rent a car if staying at Farther Away. It is a 30 minute drive to get to the beaches on the south coast. Inquire about the Sargassum seaweed before booking as the beach was covered with it. The east coast is more affected by it. However, this did not affect our overall experience with the house. It should just be noted if you plan to use the beach throughout your whole stay. Barbados is a beautiful island, as is Farther Away. Thank you for a great family trip.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tina R.

Stunning location, home from home
What a fabulous place! Clean, spacious, private and very well equipped. The location right by the coast is amazing. Waking up with the sound of the waves every morning is very relaxing. You definately need a car to get around though. We spent most of our days on the west coast for the calm sea and this takes about 30 mins to drive. It was so nice to come back to Farther Away in the evening to chill and play dominos on the deck with the children. Caroline is a great host, she met us at the airport, which after a long flight is superb - nothing worse than arriving in the dark and getting lost trying to find your accommodation! She was always on hand by phone during our stay for any advice we needed. Overall we were really pleased with the accommodation and would have no hesitation in booking the cottage if we return to Barbados. Our only regret is we didn’t stay for two weeks. If you want peace and quiet in a beautiful setting then this is the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd V.

Excellent lodging, reasonable price, amazing ocean views, all in a friendly neighbourhood!
Great place, great views, and Caroline was amazingly helpful during our stay. She greeted us at the airport, had us follow her to the grocery store, then to the lodging. She checked in with us a number of times during our stay, ensuring all was well, seeing if there was anything that we needed, and then, dropped by and saw us off on our last day. Not knowing that we were there during a full moon, the sun had set, we were sitting on the back deck, when we all saw a faint amber light, shimmering over the ocean. What is that?! Is it a boat? Is it a UFO?! What is that?! It was, of course, the rising of the moon. We were fortunate to have had a clear night that night, and because of that, we had an unobstructed view of it rising into our night. Truly magical! Caroline suggested the use of the bug nets at night. The first night, we never bothered. When we awoke the next morning, we had some mosquito bites. Lesson learned. The ensuing nights we all used them. We really appreciated the nets, as we chose to leave the window slats open during the night, enjoying the sound of the surf, and the cool ocean breezes. On those nights when the mosquitos did visit, and with the nets down, there was not really much of any problems. If you are a sensitive or light sleeper, consider bringing some ear plugs, as on some nights, the surf did get loud due to higher winds and surf. Thanks for the opportunity to stay, and thanks for your kind, personal service and smiles. What a great place and what a great hostess!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maxime G., Quebec

Liked: Cleanliness
Best view of the island
The house was great and clean. The highlight of the place is the amazing view from the patio. We really appreciated it. The host was great and super communication. The only cons is that there was no Air Conditionning so it was pretty warm and humid at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter m., Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Getaway
This is a villa for people who want to sample the real Barbados on the unspoiled east coast. Your neighbours are friendly locals and sometimes grazing goats! The view from the balcony is spectacular and it's where we enjoyed all our meals and rum punch! We rented a car [ highly recommended ] so it was easy to explore all the natural beauty of the rugged east coast The villa was large, airy and well equipped without a need for air conditioning as the ocean breezes kept everything very comfortable Caroline and her husband own and manage the property and are excellent hosts, they respond quickly to any requests For a completely relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable vacation in Barbados you can't beat Farther Away
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023