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Whale's Tale Cottage- Tropical Island Charm on Man O War Cay With Beach Access

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A wooden sign with the name "Whalestale" mounted on a white post with a bell.
Post Dorian View
A covered outdoor dining area with a table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs.
A house with a porch and a garden with pink flowers.
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washer and dryer.
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer and dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Hope Town, Hope Town
  • Airport, Marsh Harbour (MHH)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Whale's Tale Cottage- Tropical Island Charm on Man O War Cay With Beach Access

Man-O-War Cay is a small island (2.5 miles long and .4 miles at the widest point) in the Abaco region of the Bahamas. It is a very special place for the discerning traveler who is looking for something quiet and out of the ordinary. Whale's Tale Cottage is located just outside the settlement of Man-O-War Cay. Surrounded by palm trees and flowering plants this property is located only a few minutes walk from the beach and the Sea of Abaco. The wrap around porch is a great place to relax in the hammock or to enjoy morning coffee with the hummingbirds. The cottage has all the amenities you need to be comfortable while you enjoy the relaxing and beautiful atmosphere of island life. Some of the amenities that are included with the house are Internet with WiFi, Air Conditioning, Backup Generator, Outside Shower, Pawley's Island rope hammock on the wrap around porch, Washer/Dryer, BBQ Grill and Beach Access.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 957770
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 indicated 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 there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Man O War Cay

Located in Man O War Cay, this cottage is by the sea. Hope Town Lighthouse and Wyannie Malone Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Abaco Beach and Garbanzo Beach. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, snorkeling and motor boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Hope Town, Hope Town

Restaurants

  • Colors by the Sea
  • Boat Harbour Pool Bar
  • ‪Firefly Restaurant - ‬196 min drive
  • Snappa's Grill and Chill
  • KFC

Frequently asked questions

Is Whale's Tale Cottage- Tropical Island Charm on Man O War Cay With Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whale's Tale Cottage- Tropical Island Charm on Man O War Cay With Beach Access?

As of Jun 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whale's Tale Cottage- Tropical Island Charm on Man O War Cay With Beach Access on Jun 29, 2026 start from $318, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whale's Tale Cottage- Tropical Island Charm on Man O War Cay With Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale's Tale Cottage- Tropical Island Charm on Man O War Cay With Beach Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whale's Tale Cottage- Tropical Island Charm on Man O War Cay With Beach Access located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Abaco Beach and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Garbanzo Beach.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed and peaceful and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Paradise

Perfect location and accommodations for anyone looking for a true getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2024
Hi Chris, we would love for you to come back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

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

Amazing family vacation

Our family spent 9 nights at Whales Tale and absolutely loved the home and loved MOW! Very well laid out with plenty of space for the whole family to hang out together in the living room. The porch and hammock were lovely as were the grounds. Very happy we chose Whales Tale and we hope to be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

we were so blessed to be able to stay at whales tale.. it was perfect

The island never looked so good. the clean up after Dorian is remarkable. i would recommend whales' tale to all my friends
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed O.

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

Wonderful beach house with outstanding location

This Whale Tale property is a slice of paradise. Beautifully furnished and the garden property 500 feet from a gorgeous beach is so wonderful as a home base for adventuring the island. Hosts were very responsive and we felt we got more than we expected with the amazing island home and experience. Will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2024
Thank you Ed for your kind review. We would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful property! Easy walk to beach. House has everything to make your stay comfortable. We enjoyed the nice porch in the evenings. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2024
Thank you Wendy! We would love to host you any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

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

A little slice of heaven.

Just had the privilege of spending a week at this wonderful property. The house is modern and pleasant in every way. It was quite warm while we were there, but the ac kept us cool, as did the summer breeze on the porch. Speaking of the porch, we took turns napping in the oversized hammock as well! Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

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

Whales Tale Cottage - Man o War Cay

We stay at Whales Tale Cottage every year for our Abaco vacation. We love this rental home! The house is comfortable, beautiful and so relaxing. It’s a gorgeous, tropical yard full of palm trees, flowers and birds in the morning.It has an amazing wrap around porch where we spend lots of time on the grilling out, reading, relaxing on the hammock and then go exploring!Ebbie and Chuck are the best hosts and communicate regularly and are so kind. We love everything about staying at Whales Tale Cottage and we always vacation there!Gordon and Keri Bourne
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 20, 2025
Thank you Gordon and Keri! It is always a pleasure to host you! Chuck and Ebbie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

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

Perfect Bahamian Cottage

Whale’s Tale was a delight on the beautiful quiet island of Man-o-War Cay. It was a 5 minute walk to the beach and a short walk to the harbor for us to hop on our boat everyday. The outdoor shower was our everyday shower which we loved and kept the cottage from getting Sandy. The best part, in my opinion was laying in the hammock every afternoon or as sunset, reading my novel and enjoying the sounds of the ocean and the birds that frequent the beautiful yard. I would happily stay here again! Thank you for helping us create our family memories! gettingsnady.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 10, 2024
Charlotte, it was a pleasure hosting your family at Whale’s Tale. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay here. Please come again! Chuck and Ebbie Hendrix
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

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

Enjoyable all around

The Whales Tale was perfect for my husband and myself as well as our daughter and son-in-law! It basically has two master bedrooms; one has a separate entrance which allows for privacy. Also there was other space for additional people/kids that we did not use. The air conditioning was fantastic, back up generator turns on automatically, the deck was very comfortable and the location was a short walk to the beach. The owners were very communicative.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2024
Thank you Jan. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

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

Great Cottage on Man-O-War

We stayed at this property in November of 2023. The property has a bedroom inside with one twin bed and a larger bed, as well as another bedroom accessible by the porch. It worked very well for a family with younger teenagers. The property has an amazing covered porch which is where we spent most of our time. The kitchen is well stocked for a small space - nice open concept space into the living room. A very quick walk to the ocean and short walk to the settlement. Caretakers and owner were very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2024
Thank you! It was a pleasure to host you at Whale’s Tale.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

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

Vacation Paradise in Man O'War Cay

Nestled in the heart of Man O'War lies the charming residence known as Whale's Tale. Our family has been visiting MOW since the 1980s. We adored Whale's Tale. The dwelling is enveloped in luxuriant landscapes filled with lush flowering greens, bougainvillea, and hibiscus. Each day, we engaged in our yoga practice or immersed ourselves in reading while swaying gently in the hammock on the front veranda. The abode boasts two queen beds and a smaller twin, each accompanied by its own recently renovated and beautifully decorated bathroom. The kitchen is well-appointed, perfectly meeting our culinary needs. Whale's Tale is tastefully adorned in soothing shades of blues and greens reminiscent of the sea glass scattered along the shoreline. It proved to be the idyllic retreat for our family's vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2024
Holly, thank you for this beautiful description of our cottage. You should write for a travel magazine!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

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

Island Paradise

This was our second year staying at "Whale's Tale," a truly special vacation home situated on the pristine and untouched Man O'War Cay. We simply couldn’t resist returning! The yard is as enchanting as ever, featuring a vibrant palette of brilliant red hibiscus and other native blooms in shades of fuchsia and pink, beautifully complemented by lush green palm fronds. The homeowners have thoughtfully updated the kitchen with sleek white cabinets, marble-like countertops, and stunning sea glass shades of translucent subway tile. The home exudes warmth and hospitality, offering ample opportunities for family gatherings over meals and endless hours of puzzles and games. Ideal for outdoor living, it boasts a perfect location for accessing beaches on either side of the island, as well as the charming shops in the settlement. We dined at the newly renovated marina restaurant and savored coffee and pastries at the local coffee shop. Our family has been visiting Man O'War Cay since the 1980s, and "Whale's Tale" serves as the perfect venue to continue this cherished tradition. We already miss it!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 14, 2025
Thank you for your kind words Holly. We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Whale’s Tale. Fondly, Ebbie and Chuck
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mickey O.

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

Lovely place to stay!

We can not say enough good things about this gem! This was our second stay at Whale"s Tale Cottage. It is a beautiful and comfortable cottage with a nice wrap around porch.. The caretakers go above and beyond to always make our stay great! Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2024
Thank you Mickey! It is always nice to have returning guests. We would love to host you any time.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Beth P.

Not a 3 Bedroom

We stayed at Whale's Tale Cottage in the beginning of June. We selected it because it was advertised as a 3 bedroom home. When we arrived we were disappointed to find that the 3rd "bedroom" was simply a twin bed crammed into a non air-conditioned laundry room. No one was able to sleep there. There was no breeze and the room was never cooler than 85 degrees. Additionally, we came by boat and asked several times for directions to the dock. We were finally able to get GPS coordinates, but the approaching channel is not well marked and there was no fresh water at the dock. We were excited to have a golf cart offered to us, but we were hesitant to go down many of the beach access roads because the brakes were nearly ineffective. The home was in a good location near a beautiful beach that allowed our kiddos to collect a lot of sea glass. It was also nice to have a washer and dryer. Whale's Tale Cottage was not as advertised.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Tara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Chuck and Ebbie Hendrix

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