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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Beach
Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Williamstown, Little Exuma
  • Salt Pond
    4 min drive
  • Little Exuma Beaches
    4 min drive
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach
    8 min drive
  • George Town (GGT-Exuma Intl.)
    44 min drive

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About the area

William's Town

With a stay at this vacation home in William's Town, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lucayan Archipelago and a 4-minute drive from Little Exuma Beaches. .This vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Salt Pond and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Tropic of Cancer Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Little Exuma Beaches - 4 min drive
  • Salt Pond - 4 min drive
  • Tropic of Cancer Beach - 8 min drive
  • Hermitage Tomb - 10 min drive
  • Rolletown Tombs - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Exuma Intl. Airport (GGT) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santana's Grill Pit - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Santanna's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪One 80 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Club Arawak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chef Anns Turtle Pond Resturant And Bar - ‬9 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.

Relaxed Exclusivity/Family Favorite - As seen on HGTV

Custom built home. 2,000 sq ft of living space with 1,500 sq ft patio with commanding Caribbean views. 3 or 4 bedrooms,(1 king, 2 doubles in one bedroom, 2 Adult size double bunks in the other bedroom). 2 full bathrooms, sleeps 8 people comfortably. 20 ft sliding glass doors opening to panoramic views and patio. All the creature comforts - HD Internet TV, wireless internet, Sonos sound system, state of the art kitchen with stainless appliances, room to room Mitsibushi air conditioning. The building has been constructed of wood and timbers to preserve the cottage look while maintaining a luxurious feel. Open floor plan construction with 18' ceilings. Enjoy shopping and cooking for yourselves, or have our hired staff do it for you. Kayaking or world class fly fishing in your front yard, or just lazing away on the patio or on one of the many nearby stunning beaches. It's your choice. This place is for those who require privacy and solitude, with the desire to just sit back and relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Rain water is the only source of water. Snorkel gear free to use at house. 10% discount for stays over 14 days. Suggested shopping list for renters to consider - toilet paper, paper towels, specialty drinks, favorite coffee/tea, bottled water,
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Richard Neufeld

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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: Great place for kids,25 and under considered child

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

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Relaxed Exclusivity/Family Favorite - As seen on HGTV Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun trip
The owner and property manager were very responsive and helpful. The house is just as shown. Very secluded part of the island so you definitely need to rent a car if staying here. Beautiful property and gracious hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyson C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Elysian cottage helped make our first trip to the Exumas truly magical. Richard's communication and help with renting a van made for a smooth week. The house is about 35 minutes from Georgetown but we ended up really loving being away from it all. The views are breathtaking from the house and we really enjoyed Tropic of Cancer beach just a few minutes away.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sadie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
Communication was great and the house was very clean. The house is very secluded. Make sure to pack bug spray.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a our second time coming to Exuma. The first time we stayed in the northern area and this time in the southern area. 4 adults and 4 teens. From day one Richard was very helpful once we booked the home. Getting back to all of our questions right away. As soon as we got through customs we got our car and found the property without any issue. Once we got to the property we were very happy that it was exactly as described. Very private and amazing views. The house was stocked with most of what we needed and anything else we were able to pick up at Exuma market. We took the 2 kayaks from the property and did some exploring in the area. Again very private and some super fun snorkeling just right off the property. We enjoyed the southern beaches in the area, Molly, Forbes, and Tropic of Cancer within 5 min. Also can checkout Santanas food and Moms bakery just down the road. We could have stayed another month once we got the lay of the land and into a routine. I would not hesitate to stay at the Elysian cottage again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

K S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Family Trip!
We LOVED our stay in Little Exuma and Elysian Cottage was truly a slice of paradise. It is beautifully secluded & peaceful with an amazing view! We all enjoyed the kayaks and exploring up and down the shore without ever running into anyone. Our 13 year old son enjoyed the freedom of grabbing his rod and heading down the shore to fish for hours. He caught needlefish, barracuda, mutton snapper, yellowtail snapper & triggerfish from the rocks to the northwest of the house. Our 15 year old daughter loved exploring the beach for shells & endless lounging on the deck. The cottage is comfortably furnished & had everything we needed for cooking in which is worth doing because the stars at night are incredible. We visited Tropic of Cancer beach several times & it is uncrowded and jaw dropping beautiful. The beach hut there served great burgers & drinks, runs on island time & may not always be open so call ahead or bring your own snacks. We rented a boat from Minn's for a couple of days for more fishing & going to Chat & Chill at Stocking Island for lunch & feeding the stingrays. We also took a 1/2 day tour with Captain Smiley to see the swimming pigs. The trip included feeding the rock iguanas, seeing the blowholes, snorkeling in a bluehole, a short hike with amazing views, and of course, swimming with the pigs. We thought it might be too touristy for us, but ended up loving the remote cays, the beautiful views & the unique animal experiences. We ate at Santanna's & Big D's & an unnamed hut at Fish Fry where we watched the fisherman/diver/chef clean & prepare the most delicious conch salad. We also enjoyed multiple loaves of banana bread from Mom's bakery. Our family had an amazing time! Thank you Richard for sharing your piece of paradise -- it was a wonderful adventure!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sarina, Aurora

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, Secluded Home
We enjoyed our stay at the Elysian Cottage immensely! The property is immaculately clean, and the owner is helpful and responsive. The check in process was easy, we met the property manager at the airport and rented a car from them at the same time. The house is set up perfectly for 2 families with kids and the kitchen is well stocked with a gas grill. It is very secluded, about 30 min to Georgetown and 45 min to the airport, but we were looking for that experience. Tropic of Cancer Beach is a 5 min drive away and Santana's is just down the street. The bugs can be bad when the wind isn't blowing, so bring your bug spray. That was the only real drawback of the property, we got chased off the gorgeous patio by the bugs a few times. We loved Exuma and will be back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunrise/tropic of cancer/ tropic breeze / sunsets
Perfect location to be able to take it all in. Home had everything we needed for our short trip but could have stayed a month!! Thank you for letting us stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

janet k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended !
We were a family of 5 with three teens and they loved it! Excellent communication with the owner from setting up groceries to the car and anything in between for questions. If you are looking for a remote type but close to sightseeing this place is perfect. We had the rocky beach as a backyard to dig for shells,look for little sea creatures, enjoy the expansive patio and views, sunbathe and kayak. And only 5 min away drove to the other side of the house to Tropic of Cancer Beach that had shaded areas to hang out . We didn't need to explore any other beach bc it was so close, had a nice food / drink stand and a good stretch of beach, not too busy and very clean . The beds were comfortable and smart layout to allow each to have their space and to come together . We cooked most meals in the house . But it's also close by to some of the best restaurants that we would definitely go to again like Blu , Santanna's. The nearby moriah Cay was also beautiful . The house had everything we needed. All the amenities that a family would need is available with ample space . The utilities were reliable with no issues w/electricity, water, wifi. After driving through the island this spot is the most pristine and truly felt like you were in your own paradise . We really found a hidden gem in this place and captured many wonderful memories with our teens.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Your own private waterfront island
How have I not visited Exuma before? From the moment we landed and saw the unbelievable teal blue water we knew we were in for a treat. This quiet island is incredible. Everyone is happy and friendly. Richard's property was what made our trip. Every detail has been thought of. It is a 30 minute drive to Little Exuma, but trust me it is worth it. When you arrive you will feel like you are the only one on a private waterfront island. The large sliding doors frame the incredible ocean view taking you out to a deck where there was always a nice breeze. The best part about it is there is no one to either side of you. There is a large kitchen and BBQ grill that we used every night. The three air conditioned bedrooms are large and were perfect for our whole family. What are you waiting for? You will not regret it. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exuma is awesome and this house is a wonderful way to experience it.
The house was just right. The view is beautiful and it was close to our favorite beach, Tropic of Cancer. The bugs were only out one night during our stay. It was quite a drive to all activities, 30 minutes to Georgetown and over an hour to the other end of the island, but we also loved the seclusion. Richard was very helpful and the Bahamian people are super kind! Loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ooly L., Gonzales, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elysian Cottage
According to Homer, Elysian Fields refers to a beautiful meadow in the Underworld where the favored of Zeus enjoy perfect happiness. Elysian cottage is appropriately named as it brought me and my family “perfect happiness”. I want to start by thanking the property manager for all the help. Richard was fantastic. He answered all of my questions and helped arrange a rental car to pick us up at the airport. He also arranged for groceries to be delivery to the house before our arrival. They even put everything in the fridge and cabinets. This house is located about 30 minutes from Georgetown. It is so peaceful and quiet. I woke up every morning just before sun rise and enjoyed my coffee on the patio listening to the waves, wind and birds. The views were also fantastic. There are a few small restaurants and convenience stores close by where you can pickup drinks and ice and other small items. Or just drive into Georgetown. The locals were so friendly and helpful. During our stay there was a lot of road construction going on around the island. As a result the roads are very rough in places. Make sure to get an SUV. This will make your trip much better. The beach house itself is very nice. We loved the sliding doors and open floor plan. Access to the water is fairly easy. Lots of rocks just go slow. Our friends were staying in the house down the way and the teenagers had a blast riding the kayaks back and forth. The property did have a few minor maintenance issues that I noticed and reported back to the property owner. None of these issues diminished the quality of our stay. These were just things that I, as a home owner, would want to know about. My wife said to be sure the clothes dryer filter is cleaned out for every load. Otherwise your clothes will take forever to dry. Overall this was money well spent. We would definitely consider staying at this property again and recommend it to others. —samd
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness
OMG!!!! Perfect!!!
Our stay here was AWESOME!!! We loved it!!! Only backlash was distance from what they call “town!” 🤣😂🤣 House was perfect and the view was priceless!!! I would recommend watershoes for the beach area... the layout of the house was amazing and the wording of “rain water” for usage... we didn’t even know we weren’t on city water.... can’t wait to return to this house however, my friend says I am no longer aloowed to drive... 😂🤣. Apparently my skills of driving on the other side of the road isn’t that good.... 😂🤣😂
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

wendy k., Jupiter, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Overwhelmed and underwhelmed
While we absolutely love the house, the view is spectacular, the architecture wonderful, communication with Richard excellent so a ten in those respects we did have issues. Here is the list: the dryer was so full of lint it is a fire hazard. Dryer still doesn’t dry good even after we cleaned most of it out, the grill is not useable as it’s rusty and peeling. The bunk room shower has almost no water pressure. The valves were off but assumably because if they are on it leaks. Lots of pressure issues and flipping from hot to cold. The master bathroom right side sink has no water pressure either but the shower and right sink work great. Not having umbrellas was a problem to say the least and not have additional 2 normal beach chairs was not good as well. Really need one normal beach chair per person. At over sixty those low chairs just don’t work. While we did swim a few times there is definitely no beach at any time of day. All rocks. Very tough to get the kayak in the water although us girls managed to take one down and had a great time. Thr area of Little Exuma is a must: Tropic of Cancer awesome beach as was Pretty Molly Bay. Favorite restaurant was Tropic Breezes. We rented a boat with Minns water sports and car thru Thompson’s both great. Exuma waters are most amazing. The roads/infrastructure need help. Most people fabulous and overall an amazing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

k W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation
Our vacation was wonderful. Richard was very helpful with all the details. The house was exactly as described.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay on Exuma!
This was our first trip to the Exumas and what a fantastic vacation this was! Richard was really easy to work with - he answered all our random questions leading up to the trip very quickly and a few while we were there as well! The house was clean and well equipped for our needs for the week! Our kids enjoyed exploring the area of rocks in front of the ocean and walking down to the beach areas. It was very private and peaceful! We loved waking up each morning and watching the sunrise from the patio. Everything was as described in the listing. We do not have much more to add to all of the reviews and the recommendations from the previous visitors, so please read the other reviews as well. We loved our experience and hope to be able to do it again some day!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
True Paradise
Richard was so great to work with, and the home was even better than we expected. If you’re looking a peaceful place to relax this place is for you. We loved watching the sunrise and sunset from the beautiful patio. Our 13, 18, and 19 year olds didn’t want to leave. The house had everything we needed to make it the most memorable vacation in Exuma. Thank you Richard!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house with amazing views! We will absolutely be returning in the future!
This was by far one of the best, most relaxed getaways we have had. The house was clean and in the perfect location. I cannot say enough good things about our experience. Snorkeling outside the house was also on point!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lea K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful get away
We enjoyed our time very much. The views were great at the house , we used the kayaks provided one afternoon and explored and we sat outside and looked at the gorgeous night sky with all the bright stars. It was a very peaceful trip. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chiara N., Milan, Italy

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic
All was amazing in Exuma. The house is so beautiful and the view is so incredible very close to one of my favorite beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exuma-Did Not Disappoint!!!
This was our first trip to the Exumas and it did not disappoint! The house and the views are incredible! The house was spacious for the 4 of us and could easily accommodate two families! We took the kayaks out the first day for the entire day! Use of the provided snorkeling gear was great as we used it every day! The bugs were not an issue, however we did have the wind to help! Richard was attentive and answered all emails quickly. He made great recommendations and the boating excursion , Roberts Island Adventures is a must do and highlight of the trip! We loved it! We spent several evenings going to Tropic of Cancer Beach to watch the sunset! It’s very close, a 5 minute car ride. We recommend renting a car and Richard assisted with that as well. The only recommendation to stock up day 1 on toilet paper, paper towels and water. The house uses rainwater to supply water. The roads are bumpy and it does take time to get to the main grocery store , 30 minutes each way . A fantastic and unforgettable trip for us and we are looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views
Great morning views!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason S., Cincinnati, Ohio United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away!!
The pictures don’t do it justice. The views are amazing and the cottage is well appointed. The owner has thought of everything to make sure your stay here is stress free. Richard offered several recommendations and we took them all. From the Berlie’s SUV rental to Roberts Island Adventures Eco and Cays tours to Prime Island Meats it was all fantastic!! Eat at Santana’s and Moms bakery (Rum and Marble Cakes + Banana Bread), visit the Tropic of Cancer beach often, its right across the street!! Best beach on the island. The bugs are real! Use the provided baby oil, it works!! Watch the night sky with the telescope, it’s unbelievable! Play the provided board games and watch Netflix at night. It’s the perfect family get away!! We can’t wait to come back! PS also recommend Island Boy Cafe, Driftwood Cafe, renting a boat from Minn’s and Chat and Chill (often) on Stocking Island. Remember, this is island time and you’re on vacation... so be patient.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This was hands down the best family vacation we have ever been on. Exuma is like another world. The home was just as pictured and the view was even better! Any questions we had were promptly answered. Absolutely recommend renting an SUV. And baby oil really does work with the sand fleas! The kids had a blast snorkeling right in front of the house and the kayaks were great too. The most beautiful beach, Tropic of Cancer is just a few minutes away. We loved how secluded we were, literally no one else around. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019