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Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock.

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Exterior
Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Abaco, Hope Town
  • Place, Wyannie Malone Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hope Town Lighthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahiti Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marsh Harbour (MHH)
    ‪116 min drive‬

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About the area

Hope Town

This holiday home puts you in the heart of Hope Town, steps from Wyannie Malone Museum and within a 20-minute stroll of Hope Town Lighthouse. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a Smart TV. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a living room and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a safe and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Hope Town holiday home include Garbanzo Beach and Tahiti Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Wyannie Malone Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hope Town Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Garbanzo Beach - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Tahiti Beach - 11 min drive - 5.9 km

Restaurants

  • Colors by the Sea
  • ‪Firefly Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Captain Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • Boat Harbour Pool Bar
  • Leverage Sporting Lounge

About this property

Entire place

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

Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock.

Lovingly restored by the great-granddaughter of the original owner, Pa Willie’s is a traditional 150 year-old Bahamian/Hope Town Settlement cottage is located “Upalong,” just 200 feet from the harbour and ocean in the peaceful and picturesque heart of Hope Town. This New England style home is within walking distance to beaches, restaurants, The Wyannie Malone Museum, Saint James Methodist Church, ferry docks, grocery stores and gift shopping. The Elbow Reef Lighthouse is a short boat ride away just across the harbour. Bars and restaurants are within walking distance, but far enough away to not be noisy or disturb the peacefulness of the cottage. Relax in the front porch swing. Stroll through the historic settlement of Hope Town. Rent a golf cart, bike or boat. Private dock slip (up to 35’ with 4’ draft at low tide). Propane grill provided. Golf cart parking (by dock slip).

The downstairs master has a queen-size bed with ensuite. There is a cozy front parlor, fully equipped kitchen with an adjacent sitting room that’s perfect for board games or puzzles, and a spacious front porch with a porch swing. Upstairs is an additional bedroom with twins that can be converted to a king, a full bath, and a cozy dormer-ed bedroom (low head room, best for a child) with one twin. Dock will accommodate boat up 35’ (4’ draft at low tide) Welcome to Pa Willies!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. ?

The closest beach to Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. is Tahiti Beach (4.9 km).

Does Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. ?

No, Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Pa Willie’s - Locally owned historic cottage conveniently located with dock. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alli

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at Pa Willie's. The house and dock were convient to get around. Lori was helpful answering all my questions. Being close to the beach made it easy to go on morning walks to watch the sunrise. Highly suggest staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second stay at Pa Willie’s and it was equally good as the first. When we return to Elbow Cay, we hope to stay at Pa Willie’s again. The house is perfectly located, clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need for a trip to Hopetown. I would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location . lovely mornings with coffee on the front deck. Boat dock and parking just steps away from house
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfy…Lory very accessible and helpful Can’t beat the location!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing stay at Pa Willie’s. As someone who once lived in Hope Town it was amazing to stay at a local property. Perfect location in town. Check in process was super simple and Lory was really helpful. The kitchen is fully equipped (though we went out for dinner every night). If you’re looking for a rental with local charm in the center of town just steps away from the beach, then you will love staying here. We highly recommend that you do and can’t wait to come back next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome week at Pa Willie's

We stayed here for a week in July. The house is in a perfect location. It has everything you could need from dishes and cooking utensils to towels and linens. There are multiple Mitsubishi mini splits throughout the house, and it stays very cool during the summer. There is a gas grill in the backyard. There is laundry service in town. You can easily walk through the more historic part of town from the house. Cap'n Jack's was awesome for breakfast and dinner (highly recommend the French toast and smoothie). Vernon's and I Got the Munchies are also in town. I would recommend renting a golf cart to explore the more southern part of the cay with On Da Beach Bar, Firefly, and Abaco Inn. We also drove to pick up pizza one night at Island Sweet Delights (which also has ice cream). You can also use the golf cart to go to Tahiti Beach. The dock at Pa Willie's is very solid and was so convenient to dock our 27 ft boat. The proximity of the dock to the house makes it easy to transport stuff to and from the boat to get ready for each day. The Pa Willie's dock is close to the post office dock, which is one of the Hope Town Inn ferry stops. It is very easy to either drive the boat over to Hope Town Inn to hang out, or you can also take the ferry. The pool at Hope Town Inn is great, and the lobster grilled cheese is amazing. Lory is also very attentive and extremely easy to work with. Pa Willie's was perfect for us, and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

james d., littleton

Liked: Cleanliness
Hope Town and Pa Willie’s was even better than we had hoped. The cottage is well equipped for a family of 4. Perfect location for beach and snorkel. Our boat and cart rentals were right across the street each day so close to the cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanner S.

Liked: Cleanliness

One week in Hopetown

Property was very cute and comfortable. Really enjoyed the quiet neighborhood. Check out time was a bit too early at 9:30. For the price, a few basic upgrades would be nice. Like a better shower and kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Roomy Cottage

Pa Willie’s is a quaint cottage in the village of HopeTown. It’s close to the beach, restaurants and shops. We enjoyed our stay and would rent it again. Lory was helpful answering our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonni C.

Liked: Cleanliness

70th Birthday Weekend Celebration

Pa Willie's is just as it is described. It is not fancy by any means, but well equipped, clean and the very best location. A boat dock just steps away. Lory was wonderful to communicate with - we did have a power outage and her response was almost immediate and we were good to go in no time. Would stay there again and hope to!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tris T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Easy Getaway

Pa Willie’s is perfectly situated in Hopetown. We enjoyed long walks every day and visiting our favorite spots by golf cart and boat, which was especially easy with the property’s dock and cart parking. We had everything we needed for our stay and everything was in working order. The bed was very comfortable and the house was very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simple Pleasures

We stayed at this classic settlement home with a party of 4 adults. It was comfortable and convenient. We could sit on the porch to read or we could explore Hope Town and the north end on foot. A beautiful beach was steps away. The house provided a relaxing week after a prior chaotic week stay with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and Comfy

Our stay at this cottage was wonderful. We love Hopetown and have visited often, but this was the first time we've stayed right in town. It was really fun and the convenience was perfect for our group of four senior citizens.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A very nice place

Great location and nice comfortable house
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd time staying and LOVED IT

This was our second time staying at Pa Willie’s. We loved and Lory is an amazing host. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana B., LaBelle, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect week in Hope Town

A very traditional Bahamian home in the heat of heart town. Has everything you need except food. A stop at Marsh Harbor grocery might be a good idea if you’re picky about what you like. Three stores on the island however limited choices. You’ll definitely need a golf cart if you want to explore the island. We’ll definitely recommend this property to any of our friends heading to Elbow Csy. Lory is a wonderful house manager. Julie Boardman
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Travelled with family
Perfect location and came with a boat slip a block away. Also beach is a very short ride away 😃
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best location with a boat dock!

We had a wonderful time at Paul Willie’s. We rented the boat so this location is ideal. The house had everything you would ever need in the kitchen and was well stocked with paper goods.The host promptly attended to a problem when we arrived and was easy to deal with. The AC is wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M., Springfield MO USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved Pa Willie’s

The house was comfortable and met all of our expectations. We were a bit confused as to how to get there ‐ from the Post Office Dock, walk to the second cross street and turn right... a few houses past the Methodist Church. Short walk to the beach. The only problem was that the water in the upstairs sink didn't work but everything else was wonderful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradford K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Classic Hope Town

Perfectly met all my expectations. Host was awesome and took care of things. Lory was so great at responding quickly to all communications. This is an older property that has all the charm and quirky details that you’d expect from an older home in Hope Town but with everything you need. Being located right on the edge of the settlement made it very convenient.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pa Willie’s

Great location and had wonderful weather. Communication with Lory was great and got prompt responses. Good AC and loved the front porch and so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful stay

Wonderful place - so peaceful & very close to beach, restaurant, bar, ice cream, coffee shop
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy

Loved the location, house & kitchen well stocked very nice stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024