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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Laundry room
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Abaco, South Abaco
Bridges Cay
Place, Bridges Cay
23 min drive
Casuarina Point
Place, Casuarina Point
61 min drive
Marsh Harbour (MHH)
Airport, Marsh Harbour (MHH)
68 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Convertible bed(s)
2 Double Futons
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Outdoor showers
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Captains View Nestled on the Beach
Captains View is a cozy two bedroom beach house overlooking the southern beach and bay of Cherokee Sound. Beach chairs and lay off chairs are nice for relaxing in the sun . The kayaks make for good fun over the shallow water or to fish from . Also included is bikes for sight seeing or trips to the grocery store . The arrangement of a 14ft boat and outboard motor is your option .This boat can give you access to areas , beaches , channels , shoreline that are not able to be walked to .The front porch is definitely the most frequently used area of the home partly because of the view but also because it provides a shady, secluded, breezy spot to relax during your vacation. It is the perfect place to have your morning coffee, read a book in the afternoon, or retire after a long day of bone fishing. The Pro kayak is a nice addition for fishing the shallows .
The House is situated only a few footsteps away from the Long Dock where you can swim ,fish ,tan ,picnic and relax. There are many flat sand bars to walk on during the low tides; they are great places to find beautiful shells and sea life . Early tides bring in the fish including the allusive 'Bonefish' that rome freely along the shallow banks of Southern Bay. 'The Long Dock ' and its uncounted wooden pieces has with stood many hurricanes sometimes with little reconstruction needed . This dock is a pillar for the community and is loved by the residents, as well as non residents , both old and young, have helped maintain its condition giving them use and enjoyment. There is loads of history to be found around Cherokee from the early days of the settlement so make sure to bring your walking tennis .There are networks of uncharted paths from several hundred of years ago to be explored . There was wooden boats ,vessels and smacks built for many years on the shore of the inner creek. The art work on the living room wall will reveal that time period . You can learn more stories like this by meeting friendly locals of Cherokee and hearing about the history of this place.
Guests can request access to Watching Bay beach, on the ocean side through a private development 'The Reserve at Watching bay '. There is property for sale , with a variety of vacant lot locations .This is all within walking distance, but bicycles are great for riding through town, especially if you need to go to the grocery store. You can also rent a vehicle in Marsh Harbour beforehand to get around the island in if you wish to leave Cherokee Settlement.
The uniqueness of this home is not only what it does have but it doesn’t have. By separating yourself from a land line phone (which we do not have in the home!) you can find other ways to entertain yourselves. Cell phones do work if needed . However, keep in mind that there is free wireless internet access available so you can bring your business with you if you insist! Cable TV will give and added option for relazation and news information if needed . We hope you will come enjoy a peaceful vacation with the ones you love at Captains View in Cherokee.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Cherokee
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Cherokee Sound, a neighbourhood in Cherokee. Wyannie Malone Museum and Hope Town Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bridges Cay and Casuarina Point. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Is Captains View Nestled on the Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Captains View Nestled on the Beach ?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Captains View Nestled on the Beach on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$377, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Captains View Nestled on the Beach ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Captains View Nestled on the Beach ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Captains View Nestled on the Beach ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Captains View Nestled on the Beach located?
Nestled on the beach, this Cherokee Sound holiday home is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Bridges Cay and 10.2 mi (16.5 km) from Casuarina Point. Snake Cay and Abaco Neem Farm & Factory are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We have stayed here before, and it has continued to deserve all its 10-star reviews. We did our grocery shopping at Marsh Harbour before we checked in. This was supplemented by three trips to Pete’s Pub. Caught two bonefish. All-in-all had a great time.
A very enjoyable property.Located right next to Long Dock in Cherokee, beautiful views, very clean, well-maintained, well-equipped. Modern appliances, comfortable beds, well-lit, with fans and AC.(Only minor draw-back, needs adequate clothesline). Owner nearby, friendly and helpful. Local grocery and gas station nearby. Very friendly, but still private, quiet neighborhood. Over all a very good choice.
William H.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2026
Your great people , Bill and Karen you have been well received and shown the best respect for everything, the house , the neighborhood, the locals and the boat . Let it might be small it’s a fly fishing yacht for Cherokee. Love yah .
Host was easy to communicate with and very helpful. Very comfortable home with awesome location! If R & R is what you are after, this is the perfect place. Just be sure to bring your bug spray!
We spent 17 nights at this home. Very clean, well maintained, fully equipped, comfortable beds. It was the perfect size for our family of 3. The location was perfect. We spent many days in the water next to the long dock. There were plenty of kayaks available. The flats in front of the home were perfect for bonefishing. The people of Cherokee are very friendly. There was a grocery store within walking distance. Glenn was a gracious host. He was there any time we had a question. Check in and check out were easy. Excited to stay again.
Had a great time staying here! The boat ran great and we were able to explore several islands, catch fish/lobsters, and snorkel right near our house. The locals were friendly and gave great fishing advice. The house was plenty of room for our family of three and had a nice sized backyard. Planning to come again next year!
Charming small 2 BR cabin, right at beach and long pier. Great for quiet and relaxing vacation. Large, well manicured yard. Kayaks and bicycles included. Very nice and well equipped kitchen. Glenn was friendly and accommodating.
Michael M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Allison F.
17 August 2018
Perfect getaway
Fantastic getaway from the hustle and bustle of home! Perfect place to relax and enjoy all that abaco has to offer.
Allison F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
It was a pleasure having you and your family . The boat rental trip was a full day of excitement and sightseeing specials . We saw turtles , stingrays , a small shark and ,not often found ,a family of Pelicans . I have a few great photos of them . I hope your GoPro captured the under water reef and its fish life . I hope to see you'll return again .
We stayed in Glenn's house for 14 days! What a wonderful place to get away from it all and enjoy nature! It's the closest house to the long dock and ocean. We highly recommend booking Glenn's boat to explore this beautiful place including a secret beach accessible only by boat! Very clean and warm house, very well equipped, in an absolutely charming little neighborhood with very friendly people. Glenn was always available to answer our questions. As the house is surrounded by nature, bring a good mosquito repellent for the evening! We will definitely be back. Thank you so much Glenn for opening the doors of your paradise to us!!!!
Beautiful place right by the water and the long dock. It is a very well maintained house and property. Small but well stocked grocery store with deli just 3 blocks away.
Enjoyed the quiet location, this was a true get away. The beaches and gorgeous water cannot be beat. Everyone was extremely kind and helpful. Thanks for a great vacation!
Smooth booking process and excellent property. Glenn has a fantastic home. We did a little bonefishing caught a few fish. Had some fun highly recommended.
Our second stay at Glenn’s place. The best spot in Cherokee. Right in front of the beach and long dock. This stay was just as perfect as the first.
Rachel B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2024
You and your family are great people and truly like the sea and sand . The boating experiences were highlights . Glad to hear you enjoyed this stay as much as your first stay .
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline B.
11 November 2017
Nice cottage on the water
The boat was an A plus add. So nice to explore the water.
Jacqueline B.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thanks for the review ,short and sweet with high meaning
As VRBO hosts ourselves, we were very impressed with the beauty of the area and the house was very clean, comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen. You can't go wrong staying in here! Glenn was helpful recommending a bone fishing guide. It was a wonderful stay. Be sure to visit Elbow Cay for a fun day out!
Glenn's an amazing host! This beautiful property has a very well thought out design and it is extremely well maintained.
If you're looking for a quiet, comfortable and secluded location in Central Abaco, look no further!
5 out of 5 stars.
Stefan P.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
kelly s.
30 July 2017
incredible view
We all enjoyed our relaxing stay at Captains View. It was just what our family needed. We enjoyed kayaking, shelling, fishing, and relaxing on the beach. We hope to come back soon.
kelly s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
I am glad that you'll enjoyed your activities together . Return as soon as you desire .
We loved everything about this property. The house is perfect, well furnished and had plenty of amenities. This is a slice a paradise if you need time away from hustle and bustle of everyday life. We can’t wait to come back!
Ryan M.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
Thanks for staying. You and Hannah had plenty of fishing time . The challenge of bonefish over the shallow flats did produce special moments , as you spoke of your trophy hook ups . Hannah’s bonefish was the largest of your many bones . Next time you’ll catch that bones big brother .
Archival
10/10 Excellent
29 July 2013
Great Place
We had a wonderful time at your place. What a great location and a great view!!! The house was very nice and clean and had everything we needed. The kayaks and bicycles were also nice to have available. Thank you for letting us stay at your place.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thanks , and you're very welcome .Glad that you had a great time .
This trip was just what we needed. The house was clean and quaint. So close to the beach and the long dock that we took frequent walks and swims. We visited Marsh Harbour and Hope Town on Elbow Key. Pete’s bar is a must! Great food and casual atmosphere. We’ll be back!
Carolyn P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Glenn Russell
I'm an out going bahamian .I love the outdoors, fishing ,free diving ,boating ,taking my wave runner out for a spin and off roading in a ATV or truck. I have knowledge and first hand experience of the area and trails around Cherokee and over Abaco . I guide on the sea as well as the land .Deep sea charters and guided trips can be arranged and booked .If you have your own boat I can guide and help with sight seeing covering Cherokee area , central Abaco and its cays and almost any part of Abaco .Bird watching , remote beaches and deep woods trips are also an option for charter . Featured trips to Piggy Ville to feed the swimming pigs are very enjoyable . Deep forest fresh water caves are also a good guided tour . My education from high school in the Bahamas to College degrees in Florida help me to guide in a very detailed way . On a deep forest trip we will trail none groomed paths leading to unfrequented wooded areas and ocean beaches . A good level of fitness is needed along with certain supplies . There are parks on the land and sea under that are under the supervision of The National Trust . These are not my usual areas but could be included . My paths will not be labeled with signs , tress and plants will be visible but no labels . Birds will be wild and very beautiful but not trained .
Why they chose this property
I purchased this home back in 1993 because of its panoramic sea-coast view. Captains View is named after its original owner Capt. Roy P. Russell J.P. This was his retirement home and may be mines as well one day! Although I didn't buy it initially to rent it out, after renovating it many friends and visitors asked me to open it up to the rental possibilities. In order to share the undiscovered area I have rented it only to a select few. This home is very precious to me and my daughters so I'm selective about who I rent to.
What makes this property unique
The house is so ideally located that once you arrive just relax and slide right in ,the beach and shallow water will wash your travels away .Bonefish.....Bonefish on the door step . Should you choose a rental car /van it can be parked close for easy access . Every where you want to go is accessible by foot, a bike or skateboard. If you come by boat the water is deep enough off the long dock that you can anchor out in the bay and see it from the porch. The two orange kayaks and the 3 person yellow kayak can be launched right from the house beach. The front porch will offer you the best sunrises and sunsets. The front porch is always a good place to avoid the sun and catch conversation with guest or locals. For people with young children they can watch their kids play safely on the beach less than 50 feet away from the porch. Another unique benefit is you don't have to go far to catch a nights meal. Simply cast out your hook and line of The Long Dock and your sure to catch a feast. The front and back areas of the house are great for children and adults hanging around ,talking, laughing and listening to music. You can crack coconuts ( careful they can stain )and make coconut water, eat sea grapes, cocoplums , catch fish and retire after eating to a nice movie in the living room. Snorkeling areas are within walking distance and a boat can get to reefs that are offshore .Captains View is a special place that many guest keep quite for there own continued pleasure .
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