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Historic Belfield Beach Estate on Long Bay Beach-Close to Everything

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King bedroom with ensuite bath

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Somerset Village, Sandy's Parish
  • King's Wharf in Dockyard
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Royal Naval Dockyard
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Horseshoe Bay
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • St. George's (BDA-L.F. Wade Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

King Bedroom ensuite bath

1 King Bed

Queen 1

1 Queen Bed

Queen 2

1 Queen Bed

Queen 3 with ensuite bath

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Belfield Beach Estate on Long Bay Beach-Close to Everything

Belfield Estate is a 230+ year old Bermuda stone and Cedar framed historic remodelled house which is famous for the discovery of The Belfield Rose, which had been missing for years was found in 1956. It sits next to Long Bay beach, and park, so a 30 sec walk across the lane past a playground will put you on the beach. Nature reserves on both sides with more than two acres of property with banana and fruit trees, this historic Bermuda property is a taste of old Bermuda. Nine beaches, a 10 min walk with many small beaches is ideal for a private day and beach picnic with few people around. Located on Daniels head, the water is shallow and clear and ideal place to spend the day. Grocery and liqour stores are a 2 min walk, Its close to grocery various take out restaurants"Pomodoro" "Mr Chicken" 'Trini Spice" also in the same area. Bus and ferry stops all very close by so you can get to south shore beaches and Hamilton easily. Walking or jogging the railway trail up to Fort Scaur with 360 views of the island is breathtaking, and the smallest draw bridge in the world, Somerset bridge just beyond that. Historic Dockyard and all its restaurants, shops and ferries is a westerly walk, or jog and also home to the famous Frog & Onion Pub in the old stone built fort of 1860, and its great for lunch or dinner. So lots to do and places to go and see, or you can just relax and watch the Turquois sea from the porch.

Property manager

Ben Fairn
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
If you are able to start a couple loads of towels that would be great. That helps the housekeepers stay on schedule for the incoming family.
Garbage bins are by the front gate. Just put the bags in the bins, well do the rest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Somerset Village

Located in Sandys Parish, this holiday home is on the beach. Royal Naval Dockyard and King's Wharf in Dockyard are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Horseshoe Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Bermuda Fun Golf and Bermuda Maritime Museum. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Somerset Village, Sandy's Parish

What's nearby

  • Sugar Cane Point Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • King's Wharf in Dockyard - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Royal Naval Dockyard - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Port Royal Golf Course - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Horseshoe Bay - 22 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • St. George's (BDA-L.F. Wade Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Frog and Onion Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bone Fish Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Amici - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Calico Jack's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Restaurant, Bar & Lounge - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Belfield Beach Estate on Long Bay Beach-Close to Everything pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Historic Belfield Beach Estate on Long Bay Beach-Close to Everything?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Belfield Beach Estate on Long Bay Beach-Close to Everything?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Belfield Beach Estate on Long Bay Beach-Close to Everything located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sandys Parish holiday home is just steps away from Somerset Long Bay Park and Long Bay Beach. Mangrove Bay and Daniel's Head Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deidre A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casual elegance in outstanding setting and location

Our group of four sibs, their spouses and a plus-one had a wonderful week at Belfield. The estate has a wonderful setting - the beaches, the birds, the chickens, the fruit, the ocean view. It is a great location for groceries, eating out and taking the bus. The house is a perfect balance of gracious elegance and relaxed, casual comfort. The living room and outside patio easily accommodated our group of nine and the dining room was perfect for great evening meals and conversation. Several in our group particularly noted the quality of the beds and the AC kept the sweaty contingents comfortable.Ben was a great host who answered all my questions before and during our stay promptly. He was very responsive to all our requests and his recommendations re transport, restaurants and chef services were much appreciated. One week was just not enough. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending Belfield to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

Great family holiday and time in Bermuda. Thanks for being a great host, Ben!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brief pre holiday break

Our family wanted a short mini vacation before the holidays. Since there was 2 young children, the estate worked well for us. Thanks to the owner recommendations for a driver and chef the time was well spent.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really Lovely Stay

We spent a lot of time at 9 beaches, about a 10 minute walk down the lane to the old resort next door. Lovely period house and wow, big property, seems to be some farming going on. We saw fresh fruit on the trees. Will come back we think.

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding experience

Let me start by saying , Ben , you were an amazing host , made us feel relaxed and at home from the minute we saw the open door welcoming us . The property was stunning and the wild mix of vegetation with its blooming flowers, made it it feel like a botanical gardens . The village was charming , easy access to transportation , people were very friendly. The beach was lovely for swimming on hot days . We loved Bermuda and really hope to return again to your house and your wonderful hospitality again .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th Anniversary Celebration

We had a great visit & stay at Belfield. Ben couldn’t have been more responsive, friendly & helpful. The house is historic, quaint & cozy. It is well equipped in all ways from towels & linens to the kitchen. Lots of space to enjoy outside from the morning coffee patio to the evening sitting area. Cottage is private and good if someone needs to do some work. Easy walk to well appointed grocery store. Beaches are also walkable and nice. Bus stops & railway trail are very close by. Overall a beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jess W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, area and people!

Our extended family stayed here, 6 adults and 2 children, and were extremely comfortable in Ben's home. The house had everything we could have asked for and we especially loved the yard and outdoor spaces. The beach pretty much in the backyard had some great snorkeling, and the proximity to Daniel's Head made for a great day trip as well, at both beaches we were pretty much the only ones there. The supermarket and bus stop being a quick walk away made it very convenient for us to get around the island. We loved the quite neighborhood where Ben's home is situated, with lower crowds, while also being a quick walk and bus ride to the more busy areas of the island. Ben's house is also very close the start of the railtrail which we had a blast riding all the way into Hamilton. Ben was close by and always willing to stop by and answer any questions we had, a great host! We would highly recommend Ben's house to anyway thinking of having an amazing Bermuda getaway. Take Care, The Willards
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Suzanne F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property - Beautiful Bermuda

Our family included 6 adults and 1 & 3 year old. Ben was very responsive and Liz was wonderful & met us and explained things & to let her know if we needed anything. The house& cottage bedrooms were great. The grounds were so pretty and expansive. The beach was across the side street as well as the playground which my granddaughters loved! Unfortunately (this has nothing to do with the property ) the beach was covered in broken glass pieces. Using the bus was quite easy to get to your destinations. My few drawbacks I feel compelled to mention (given the price) The floors/carpets were unacceptably filthy…..we had 2 toddlers who like to play on the floor. The high chair was past its prime & very dirty and needs to be replaced if it is being advertised. There was no outdoor grill (an Old George Foreman) which we had planned on using extensively & the outdoor seating had to have towels on the chairs. They look charming but are too weathered for continued use. Please don’t misunderstand, We had a wonderful time! These items are quite easy to remedy.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Carol L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion in BDA

Belfield was a good spot for a large group reunion. It was great fun. We had people from different countries and all age groups. Most stayed at the house. Others, from a sailboat, came to eat and get together. It was easy for us to come and go on independent schedules. The grounds are big and fun to explore. Lots of birds and wildlife. Some of us worked... good WiFi etc. We found a few surprises, like an oven that didn't work very well and under-performing a/c in two bedrooms. We all wanted more shutters open for a brighter interior. They didn't move easily. Local residents startled us, taking shortcuts thru the yard space, walking and on bikes.. Getting around in the house challenged a mobility impaired group member, with many floor height transitions, and no handrails around the back steps and patio. Sadly, there was quite a lot of broken glass in the water at the nearby beach tho the sand and park were better cared for than on past visits to that part of the island. Local beach-goers wore protective foot gear in the water at a lot of the smaller beaches. Plan ahead for taxis. They were hard to arrange this year. Bermuda is a special place... enjoy your visit.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

S W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Loved almost everything

Loved the house. The guest house. The location. All the beach toys they have. You could hit a golf ball into the ocean from the yard. You walk through a little park that has a big playground for little kids on that beach the most crowded it was were eight people Down to none. Right down the street from a convenience store and the grocery store which is by the bus stop. It is far from the airport, but other than that the location is great not far from the ferry. Only one problem and that’s the mice and Bugs. So long as you keep your food in the refrigerator or microwave and you don’t mind seeing a mice here or there then you’re fine.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destination Christmas

My sisters and I were looking for a unique place to spend christmas and we chose Bermuda rather randomly. Having never been there, we did not know what to expect. Ben answered all of our questions before and during our trip. The house was quaint, cozy and absolutely perfect for us. We would highly recommend this property and hope to be able to stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Times Bermuda

The host greeted us and stopped by on occasion to make sure all was well. The house was rustic and comfortable with all the amenities. Located close to a food mart and bus stop. It was within walking distance to restaurants and water sports. Our family had a great time and plan to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Bruce G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home and plenty of space.

It was perfect for our family of 9. The beach was perfect for us to walk to. We enjoyed the nature sanctuary. We were just not prepared for the very noisy frogs at night. The windows in the guest house are not very strong and did not block the sound as well as the main house. We would have loved sound proof windows but we now realize people of Bermuda just enjoy the music of those frogs. Ben was very nice to work with. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal house for a family gathering

Belfield beach property is a great house for a multi family gathering. There was ample space to spread out and enjoy activities with different groups. Ben is a wonderful, responsive host. The kitchen was well equipped to handle food preparation for the 11 of us throughout the week. The house is well stocked with amenities. The Marketplace supermarket is a 4 minute walk and was really convenient. We also enjoyed the excellent pizza from Lil Pompadora. Great location for beach and exploring and easy to get bus into hamilton or other beaches..
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana P., Stamford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Totally loved the property, super close to the beach! Especially the charm of the house, a lot of character
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

william k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for relaxing in Bermuda

Pretty neat place. Everybody seems to know the place and the owner. Five fruit trees on the property. Super relaxing beach across the street and good food at the end of the block. Couldn’t have been happier was traveling with my parents, wife, and two teenagers
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Rosario L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bermuda Reunion 2022

Special thanks to Ben for providing the perfect venue for old friends to reunite, catch up and relax on the beautiful grounds of Belfield Beach Estate! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! Until next time!! Russ
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

melanie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bermuda was beautiful

Charming property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extended family trip in a beautiful spot

We couldn’t have loved the historic Belfield Estate more. It was walkable to a beautiful beach that was a perfect speed for our littles (aged 2-6) and convenient to other areas on the island. Ben was very responsive and a joy to rent from. We loved every minute.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Location

We returned to Belfield Estate after 4 years and fell in love again. This rustic historic home comfortably housed 6 adults and a young family of 4 in the cottage. The grounds are magnificent and the park and beach are right next door. Do not miss the sunsets from the beach! We walked several evenings up to Cambridge Beach resort for dinner. Ben was wonderful and brought us extra beach chairs, toys and shade for our grandchildren. This is truly a very special location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property for family reunion

House and cottage ideal for our UK and USA 3 generations family reunion during COVID! Great location as near playground, beach, supermarket and lovely area to explore on bicycles. Ben is great host and responded quickly to any issues that arose.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott D., Chicago, IL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great pandemic getaway!

Beautiful old estate half block from a great beach. Short walk to grocery and some casual restaurants. Short walk to H2O Sports for boat rental and a nice 20 min walk to the ferry to Hamilton. South beaches were amazing (easy bus ride). Some restaurants and shops around the island were closed due to pandemic and the Covid testing was not a blast...but overall Bermuda and Belfield House made for a great vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Outing @ Belfield in Februrary

What an excellent time all 8 in our party had at Ben's Belfield Estate. Would definitely stay here again! Everything we needed was already provided or easily obtained within walking distance. The house and grounds are splendid! What tropical paradise! We did have a few issues. Ben had to leave the island to attend to family issues, and for a couple of days before our arrival our communications went unanswered until I called. That was abit unnerving, but once we chatted, all was well. Also, four of the room HVAC systems were not functioning when we arrived, along with the oven and clothes dryer. Ben (and Liz) were quick to respond, and the repair men fixed what they could, as some were not fixable and instead need to be replaced at a future time. We had some bedroom and bathroom windows without blinds, missing shower curtains, and non functioning bathtub drain plugs, but all of those seemed to be work-in-progress and we were able to improvise. We left Ben a note for some of the things we found that needed minor repairs. Still a 5 star experience despite this!! We know that all old properties need constant TLC. Thank you Ben and Liz for your hospitality and we hope to see you guys down the road for another one of our future road trips! Happy trails!

10/10 Excellent

constance p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bermuda western shore

Spacious property inside and out. This is perfect for a multi generation family vacation. Close to bus, grocery, park and beach.

10/10 Excellent

B F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming place we loved it.

Close to everything, people were so friendly and the house was charming and perfet fo our family of 10. Our Hosts Ben and housekeper Liz were great. We'll beback for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Ben Fairn

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Im a Canadian Bermudian and have lived here for most of my life. I spent a fair amount of time here as a kid as well. The people are fantastic, you'll find friendliness everywhere, as long as you say good morning etc. I love it here, its so beautiful, weather is great and life is just so much better when the sun shines, which is more often that Nova Scotia. The diving is great, beaching golf cycling and fishing great too, lots to do and so easy to get here from almost anywhere, so thats why I love it, and its made me who I am.

Why they chose this property

I love historic houses on Big properties, and this one, origionally built and completed in 1789 with 2.5 acres, is one of those. I also have Cambridge beach House at the other end of the beach. This one is fully modernized, new appliances, air con etc, premium memory foam beds etc. We bought it not just to rent, but to live in the off season, if there ever is one.

What makes this property unique

Location is superb, close to stores, ferries,buses golf courses and across the street from the beach. Lots of flowers and fruit trees, another one of my new hobbies.

If your a rose affictionado, read up on the finding of the famous Belfield Rose in 1953 right here on the property. It was found by Mr. Richard Thomson, Chairman of the Old Rose Committee of the American Rose Society . Its positive identification by Richard was completed in 1956, The R. chinensis semperflorens or “Slater’s Crimson China”, better know to Bermudians and now around the world as the “Belfield” rose. http://rosesinbermuda.com/?page_id=31

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