Cottage steps from Private Beach! Lovely Ocean Views

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Duck Out cottage is steps secluded beach area, one house back from the water.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

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Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

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Russell Island, Spanish Wells

Tay Bay Beach
‪119 min drive‬
Pink Sand Beach
‪123 min drive‬
Ben Bay Beach
‪136 min drive‬
North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.)
‪102 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

About this property

Beautifully decorated three bedroom/ two bathroom cottage just completed in June of 2020 is located on Russell Island just a short drive over the bridge to the historic town of Spanish Wells.

Duck Out sits on a property with a main house with its own small private beach. All Duck Out guests have access to this small private beach. Just beside the beach is a boat ramp in case you wish to rent a boat during you stay.

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Duck Out has a master bedroom downstairs with a king size bed and a full bath attached.

On the second level are two large bedrooms with a full shower bath separating each room.

The west-facing bedroom with a king size bed has a 8-foot balcony to sit and enjoy the ocean and beautiful sunsets.

On the east side there is another large bedroom with twin beds which can be converted to a king. This bedroom has a super-private 20 x 12 foot balcony, we are so private that you can nude sunbathe if you wish.

Duck Out has an up-to-date full kitchen with all modern appliances. A few steps off the kitchen there is a large garden patio with a bbq to grill your fresh seafood, which is so plentiful here as you are in the fishing capital of the Bahamas.

Duck Out has:
Washer/dryer
Dishwasher
Cable TV
Internet
A/C in every room
Beach access
Beach chairs
Beach towels
Boat ramp
Pack N Play
Snorkel Gear
1 Single Kayak

Spanish Wells and Russell Island have many excellent restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and shops. The Sandbar restaurant and bar, which is oceanfront and has excellent cuisine, is just a mile from the house. The fishing, diving, and snorkeling on Russell Island/Spanish Wells are world class. Popular excursions include swimming with the pigs, which everyone loves. Other sightseeing excursions include Preacher's Cave, the Sapphire Blue Hole (with cliff jumping), Glass Window Bridge, and the Queen's Baths. Harbour Island trips can also be arranged.

Rates are on a sliding scale based on the number of guests. We set the rates this way to make the property more affordable for smaller groups who use less utilities and put less wear and tear on the house. If you enter the correct number of guests, the reservation system will calculate the rates correctly.

Property manager

Matthew Simon and Pam Fontes

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 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

Russell Island

Located in Russell Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial and Glen Stewart Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pink Sand Beach and Lucayan Archipelago. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Russell Island, Spanish Wells

What's nearby

Tay Bay Beach - 119 min drive - 40.1 km

Getting around

North Eleuthera (ELH-North Eleuthera Intl.) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wreckers Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Eagles Landing - ‬4 min drive
‪Sandbar bar & grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Shipyard Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Budda's Snack Shack - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage steps from Private Beach! Lovely Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage steps from Private Beach! Lovely Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage steps from Private Beach! Lovely Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage steps from Private Beach! Lovely Ocean Views located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lucayan Archipelago and within 20 miles (32 km) of Pink Sand Beach and Government Dock. Briland's Blue Hole and Dr. Albert Johnson Memorial are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

d m.

24 May 2024

Perfect in every way

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8/10 Good

Devon K.

22 Apr 2024

Nice location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is a great location - next to a small private beach where we saw starfish and rays every day. The house itself needs a lot of work and wasn't as clean as it could have been.

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10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

17 Apr 2024

Beautiful spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House has own private beach that was one of the best on the island. Located in a very peaceful spot with beautiful surroundings!!

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

11 Feb 2024

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Excellent stay!!

House was wonderful. Property manager was fantastic! It includes a wooden swing with probably the most beautiful view of the ocean we saw! Property had everything we needed and more. We even met the owner of the property who was so nice and hospitable!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Jamison and Leslie S.

9 Dec 2023

Highly recommend for a relaxing holiday

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

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6/10 Okay

Katie K., bahamas

1 Aug 2023

quiet location but dirty and impractical

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Upon arrival we were pleased with the rental until we looked closely and discovered the uncleanliness of the rental. There were hairs in the bed and shower and marks on the shower walls. The pressure and temperature of the showers were insufficient - We found a pair of dirty blue bikini bottoms under the bed!

Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

4 May 2023

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Duck out

Place was perfect

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Stacie S.

28 Apr 2023

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Wonderful island ! Amazing people

We enjoyed our stay at Duck Out :) The house had everything we needed. The caretaker was fabulous!! Joanne met us at the dock and took us to the home. She explained everything well and was extremely helpful !! We felt the beach access could have been explained a bit better, there is a beach but only when the tide went out, other than that a lovely home. The owner lives onsite, we met her once and she was a nice lady to chat with.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mary Ann F.

19 Dec 2022

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Nice place lots of space

Nice home but no kayaks and no beach

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W., -Pittsburgh PA

9 Nov 2022

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Perfect getaway

Staying at the Duck Out property on Russell Island in Spanish Wells was exactly what we wanted. Quiet, secluded, beautiful, peaceful time for the two of us. We mostly read, sunbathed, and had nice dinners. The house was clean and welcoming. We loved the front & rear decks upstairs. Only one minor inconvenience with the showers, but we kind of expected that being on a remote island. The hot water and water pressure weren’t exactly up to our preferred standards, but it wasn’t a big deal for us. During the week, we found a nice section of beach to use on the other island. The shoreline by the Duck Out house only has a beach during lower tides. However the water by Duck Out is beautiful. I had a stingray swim by me which was cool! My wife found a huge conch shell. Also, we were plenty satisfied with the restaurant choices. I think the Shipyard had the highest quality food, followed closely by Wreckers. Budda’s was a fun place with decent bar food, and the Sandbar was nice for drinks & snacks. We went to each of those places twice I think. Prices are a little high, but what can you do about that? Being on a remote island, I expected prices to be a little high. Groceries were expensive too. We bought breakfast foods, lunch meat and chips so we only had to eat out for dinners. Anyway, had a great stay and we will return to Spanish Wells for sure.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginnie B., Bothell, WA USA

13 Oct 2022

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fantasic waterfront paradis

we so enjoyed our stay at duck-out! the house was spacious, comfortable and had everything necessary to cook a meal and to relax after swimming. the back patio has a dining table which is a lovely place to relax. We went to Spanish Wells to enjoy the beautiful island and were more than happy with our stay. They had snorkeling gear and beach towels at the ready and there are many uncrowded beaches to find and enjoy. the duck-out's owner, mrs. d, is lovely and welcoming. she offered the use of the swing that looks out over the water and the use of the backyard. the manager, Joanne, readily answered all our questions and made us feel right at home from the start. Joanne was available for questions about where to go and what to see. highly recommend the Duck Inn and we can't wait to go back.

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patou T.

24 Aug 2022

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Wonderful Stay

We truly enjoyed our stay at Duck out. As Nassau locals, we needed somewhere to stay while visiting with family on Russell Island. The house had everything we needed and was on a quiet road. We enjoyed going down to the little beach at low tide in the mornings in our pj's. Mrs. Duckworth was very kind and we realized that she knew our Dad way back in the day!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

9 Aug 2022

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Excellent plant. Proper manager was supberly helpful warm and friendly

Wonderful

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

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10/10 Excellent

chris t.

1 Aug 2022

Best Vacation Ever

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely loved our stay at Duck Out. Joanne was so helpful the entire trip and the best host we have ever had. The property was beautiful and loved having our own beach to swim however none of the beaches were crowded. The house was clean and well decorated. We are already planning a return trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

21 Jul 2022

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Duck out

Everything was very nice. Would recommend.

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH T.

9 Jul 2022

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Spanish Wells Gem!

Our stay at Duck Out could not have been any better. Property is super clean and well stocked with everything you could need. Great communication from the beginning with property manager and Joanne. Perfect location with beautiful view of the water. Endless views. The owner is also a sweetheart. Great conversations had. If you need anything at all they are right there to get it for you. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

1 Jul 2022

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Your ideal Bahamian retreat

Duck Out is the perfect place to take advantage of all that Spanish Wells has to offer: waterfront location, spotless and comfortable accommodations and friendly and attentive host and property manager. Multiple outdoor decks with ocean views. Communication is wonderful and you will have everything you need for a perfect stay.

Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M.

16 May 2022

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We fell in love…

This was a fantastic location, friendly beautiful Island and the support system to help us navigate our adventure was top notch! The boys met friends, I fell in love with the locals too, so friendly!! Gorgeous water, great food, easy travels on our golf cart and the adventure was perfect!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

29 Apr 2022

Fantastic vacation on Russell Island

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10/10 Excellent

Danna C.

16 Apr 2022

Fantastic trip!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

4 Apr 2022

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Duck Out is a gem

Duck Out is clean, well equipped and comfortable! The cottage is surrounded by beautiful landscaping, fruit trees and of course - the turquoise waters of the Caribbean. We sat and watched the sea creatures swim by and took several dips there too. It’s nicely situated near Spanish Wells, but tucked away on the more quiet Russell Island. The cottage owner and property manager are lovely people. Great place!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail H., Massachusetts

27 Mar 2022

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Relaxing and wonderful

Duck Out is even nicer than it looks in the photographs! Being able to walk just a few moments to swim at the private beach or look out from the sturdy swing made the location perfect, and being at the end of the street ensured quiet. Joanne, the property manager, couldn’t have been more helpful, and Kay, the owner of the property who lives next door, was welcoming as well. We loved our stay!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

16 Mar 2022

Beautiful Eleuthra

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay on Spanish Wells was wonderful and our little house was perfect! We felt at home immediately. The place is so sweet and is practically brand new! Simple pretty decor with an open layout. Wonderful painted sea mural going up the stairs, bathrooms are clean and well designed. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook for our family while we were there. The gardens surrounding are beautiful and the water right down the road is exactly as pictured! Pristine:) It was so quiet and had fabulous sea breeze! We were visited every night by sting rays, turtles, a shark, and beautiful birds. Did have to go far to see amazing fish while snorkeling right off the beach. The flowers are amazing and the local goats are a hoot!! The air conditioner worked perfect and the place was spotlessly clean! The grill was a great bonus since we bought fish and lobster from the local fisherman. Washer and dryer are new and worked great since we didn’t pack heavy. We traveled with our two teenage sons and were very happy that it was so safe for them to go off and explore. The golf carts are fun to zip around in. Sunsets were breathtaking. We found many beautiful beaches and the people were so helpful and welcoming. The supermarket was stacked with everything you want. Lovely local items too! From homemade local guava jam and Johnny cakes to Irish butter and sausages! A few sweat spots for dining out with great views of the water and island. Delicious ice cream from poppa scoops. Easy access to Covid screening. Joanne is a star!! She helped us plan out our trip and took care of all the details! She Knows the ferry man, the taxi drivers and the best place to rent a car on the mainland. She knows Spanish Wells very well because she was raised there. Quick ferry ride to Eleuthra for daytime exploring was amazing! The owner lives right beside the cottage and was so welcoming and kind to us! Five stars!! We will def be back:)

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

12 Mar 2022

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Beautiful and comfortable spot

This is a lovely property in a nice quiet spot on Russell Island. No need to worry that it is a drive to Spanish Wells - it is a quick golf cart drive! Having three comfortably sized bedrooms and gorgeous views from both balconies and front door, we enjoyed every moment. The beds are very comfortable and we all slept well. The time we didn't spend in the water was spent sitting on the bench swing or comfy chairs spotting fish, starfish, turtles and conchs in the indescribably blue water.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

26 Feb 2022

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

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