May/June Discount: Few days remain! LUXURY OCEANFRONT VILLA + PRIVATE POOL & O
About the property
- Villa2800 sqft
- Bedrooms4
- Sleeps8
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths1
- Minimum Stay2 - 5 nights
Pool, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bath, sleeps 8.
Experience the tranquility of Water's Edge.... Come on down and enjoy this special oceanfront Villa and brand new private freshwater pool. (www.bahamasrentalwatersedge.com)
You'll love it - We are consistently rated the best place on the island at this price point - check out our hundreds of reviews to see.
Water's Edge is a wonderful private villa with 130 feet of oceanfront and all the modern amenities that ensure your home from home. This luxury private 2800 sq foot villa on the serene eastern end of Nassau is the perfect escape for your family. Enjoy lounging in a hammock on the huge back patio with panoramic views of Athol and Rose Island and cool down in our private, crystal clear, private fresh water pool with soothing fountain. The pool has just been re-surfaced!
Open the back gate and step down into the ocean for a swim, or row our dinghy out a few hundred feet to snorkel the many surrounding reefs. Or if the ocean is not for you then relax in our freshwater pool that overlooks the ocean. Spend evenings sipping Bahama Mamas seated at the outdoor wet bar and grill the fish you caught on our stone charcoal grill. We even have our own Margaritaville Navigator drinks maker.
Brew a cup of coffee in the recently renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Count the sailboats on the ocean from the expansive shower in the new master bathroom. The house includes 4 bedrooms, all with Queen Beds (one room is an attic room) and can sleep up to 8 people. All the beds have been recently renewed. All linens and towels included. There is a slightly sunken formal dining room overlooking the beautiful front patio with local flora and fauna and a relaxing sun-room overlooking the ocean with a cozy reading area and casual dining section.
Open the french doors leading to the back patio and a very large central living space enjoys the cooling eastern breezes throughout the year. Also outside is brick BBQ grill and covered wet bar and drinks area - perfect for evening cocktails.
What makes Water's Edge the ultimate rental? We provide Cable TV, Boom Box, IPad/IPhone player, free WIFI broadband throughout the property for those guests who may need to stay connected while in Paradise. A dinghy and snorkeling equipment are provided for your enjoyment. We also provide a phone for local calls to make reservations and inquiries at no charge. Enjoy the privacy of the 'non-tourist' area with easy access to exploring the rest of what Nassau has to offer. We also have optional daily housekeeping (additional costs apply), plus catering and massage services if desired. Additional nights are priced at $600 per night.
I can recommend Joe, our taxi driver, if all group transport requirements. Also, it is a short 10-12 minutes drive to the Atlantis Resort but we believe that once you set foot in Water's Edge, you won't feel the need to go anywhere else.
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We have made quite a few upgrades throughout 2017/8 as we continue to make sure that Water's Edge is truly luxurious:
Re-Surface the fresh water, private pool
New mattresses in all bedrooms
Complete interior re-painting
New outdoor furniture (ocean front patio seating for 6)
New hammock
New dinghy
Many more minor decor/furniture upgrades
Property Manager
Mark Cabrelli
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english, italian
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 22, 2018
About Mark Cabrelli
Water's Edge is owned by the Cabrelli family. We enjoyed living in our beautiful home for 5 years before deciding to take our daughter on a traveling adventure. We now live in the Florida, USA. (www.bahamasrentalwatersedge.com)
Mark Cabrelli purchased this Villa in 2007
Why Mark Cabrelli chose Eastern Road
After Mark worked in the Bahamas on a contract we fell in love with Nassau. We chose Water's Edge after an extensive search as we were looking for a traditional Bahamian home with modern amenities directly on the ocean with a private freshwater pool. Nassau teems with Bahamian and British flavor. The capital of The Bahamas boasts miles of spectacular beaches and stretches of vivid coral reefs perfect for snorkeling. Dance to calypso music, savor fried crab or play dominos with locals in the diverse city. Don't leave without also learning about the country's interesting past. Shop, dine and sightsee, particularly along busy Bay Street, or if you're a James Bond fan, visit the many movie sites. The town retains many of its characteristic pastel-colored British colonial buildings, including pink-hued Government House. Visit during the famed Junkanoo Festival (Christmas and New Year, also once in the Summer) to experience a high-energy parade of spectacularly costumed dancers. (www.bahamasrentalwatersedge.com)
What makes this Villa unique
We knew as soon we walked out of the back patio doors and saw that amazing view that Water's Edge was a unique and wonderful place. The private pool is a fabulous thing to be used throughout the year. We fell in love with the sunrises (something to behold), the Abaco pine beams in the cathedral ceilinged, living room, the hummingbirds that visit and the ocean breeze that cools the home throughout the year. We can also offer catering (meals and chef services) and massage services. Plus, Joe, our taxi guy, can provide all group transport. (www.bahamasrentalwatersedge.com)
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Master1 queen, Master bedroom overlooks the ocean and has en suite bathroom
- Guest 11 queen, Second bedroom overlooks the pool and ocean
- Guest 21 queen, Overlooks the garden area
- Guest 31 queen, Attic room - smaller than the others; up a spiral staircase.
- The two main bedrooms look out directly over the ocean and private pool. All the bedrooms are spacious, bright and clean. They have tiled floors to keep them cool and occasional rugs for ambiance. All bedding and towels (bathroom and beach) are provided. The downstairs guest bedrooms share a full bath. The upstairs attic bedroom is separate and has a half bath. It is up a spiral staircase (therefore not suitable for young children).
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
- Maintoilet, tub, shower, Ocean View
- Guesttoilet, combination tub/shower
- Outsideoutdoor shower, Ocean View
- Upstairstoilet, In the attic room - toilet and sink.
- Beautiful master bathroom was recently renovated and looks out over the ocean. It has both a shower cubicle and separate tub. The spare bathroom is bright and looks out to the garden. It has a shower cubicle. Towels included.
Location Type
- Beach ViewThe villa is located directly on the ocean which has a sand and coral bottom - there are beaches nearby with the closest being a walk, swim or kayak away adjacent to the villa on the east.
- Near The OceanThe villa is located on the ocean away from downtown Nassau and looking out towards rose Island. This provides an unparalleled vista of the ocean and the tranquil nature of the sea.
- Ocean ViewThe villa is located on the ocean away from downtown Nassau and looking out towards rose Island. This provides an unparalleled vista of the ocean and the tranquil nature of the sea.
- OceanfrontThe villa is located on the ocean away from downtown Nassau and looking out towards rose Island. This provides an unparalleled vista of the ocean and the tranquil nature of the sea.
- Water ViewThe villa is located on the ocean away from downtown Nassau and looking out towards rose Island. This provides an unparalleled vista of the ocean and the tranquil nature of the sea.
- WaterfrontThe villa is located on the ocean away from downtown Nassau and looking out towards rose Island. This provides an unparalleled vista of the ocean and the tranquil nature of the sea.
- WaterfrontThe villa is located on the ocean away from downtown Nassau and looking out towards rose Island. This provides an unparalleled vista of the ocean and the tranquil nature of the sea.
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Living RoomFabulous cathedral ceiling living room looking out to the ocean.
- Activities Guide
- Alarm Clock
- Basic Soaps
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes DryerLocated in the garage area.
- FireplaceLovely feature - however, it is never used!
- GarageTwo car garage.
- Hair Dryer
- InternetHighspeed internet provided by Cable Bahamas.
- Iron & Board
- Laundry Soap
- Linens ProvidedAlso, beach towels included
- Air ConditioningIndividual room units are controlled separately.
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Paper Towels
- ParkingTwo car garage available.
- Parking Off StreetTwo car garage.
- TelephoneAvailable for local calls - great for taxi, restaurants, trips, etc.
- Toilet Paper
- Towels ProvidedSheets and all towels included.
- Washing MachineLocated in the garage area.
- Wireless InternetHighspeed internet provided by Cable Bahamas.
- Free Wifi
Kitchen
- Ice Maker
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & UtensilsA full inventory of dishes and utensils.
- DishwasherStainless steel.
- Freezer
- Grill
- Blender
- KitchenRecently renovated - new stove, fridge, and dishwasher. Fully equipped.
- Microwave
- OvenGas Oven
- Pantry ItemsFull range of spices.
- RefrigeratorStainless steel.
- StoveStainless steel.
- Stove
- Toaster
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- DiningThe dining area is sunk down a couple of steps and offers a lovely, secluded place to dine and entertain. We have a polished wood table and bright cushioned seats. All glassware/cooking pans included.
- Dining Room
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- Music LibraryHundreds of CD's plus IPod player
- BooksDozens of books available - take one/leave one policy.
- Books for Kids
- CD Player
- DVD PlayerHundreds of DVD's available for all tastes - including many children choices.
- GamesPlenty of family games available.
- Games for Kids
- Books for Adults
- Radio
- Satellite / CableProvided by Cable Bahamas
- StereoSound boombox and IPod/IPhone player
- TelevisionSamsung flat screen
- ToysGames for all the family.
- Video LibraryHundreds of BluRay and DVD's available - including many children choices.
Outside
- Kayak / CanoeDinghy available for swimming and snorkeling.
- Beach Chairs
- BoatDinghy to reach the live coral reef just offshore.
- Boat with Paddles
- Deck / PatioSpacious wood deck area leading to the pool, with loungers, table/chairs, and hammock.
- Gated Community
- Inflatable Boat
- Beach Towels
- Large Cooler
- Lawn / GardenA beautiful garden area at the front of the house provides a great place for breakfast, coffee or aperitif before dinner. Lovely flowers and fauna with the occasional hummingbirds paying a visit.
- Outdoor GrillThis grill is brick and built into the wall - ideal for BBQ. This is not propane and so you will need charcoal to fire it up! Next to the grill is a full wet bar; ideal for sunset cocktails
- Patio
- Terrace
- Walkway to Water
- Water Sports GearSnorkeling Equipment, water shoes, floats, etc.
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- suitable for elderly or infirm
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor Pool
- Private PoolThe private pool looks out over the ocean. It is a freshwater pool equipped with shower to rinse off from the ocean. It has a shallow end and reaches up to 9 feet in the deep end.
Onsite Services
- Chauffeur
- Concierge
- Massage
- Private Chef
Attractions
- playground
- botanical garden
- duty free shops
- library
- marina
- museums
- cinemas
- reefs
- restaurants
- theme parks
- water parks
- zoo
Leisure Activities
- beachcombing
- eco tourism
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- outlet shopping
- paddle boating
- photography
- sight seeing
- walking
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- sailing
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- golf privileges optional
- jet skiing
- paragliding
- pier fishing
- roller blading
- deepsea fishing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- sound/bay fishing
- surf fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- water skiing
- water tubing
- wind-surfing
Notes
- Although the villa is not on any public transport route, we do recommend using our taxi guy, Joe. He is a great guy who we have working with for years. He is reliable, knowledgeable and, importantly, trustworthy. He can accommodate all guest (up to 8) in his minivan. He is available for airport pick-up and other trips throughout your stay. Language Bahamians speak English with a Bahamian twist. This can be difficult to understand at first if local people are speaking quickly but you will pick it up! Bahamians should have no trouble understanding you. Currency The Bahamian dollar is on par with the US dollar and both currencies can be used here. Bahamian dollars cannot be exchanged at foreign banks so try to use up or trade back any of your remaining Bahamian currency before you leave. Roads Bahamians drive on the left. Be sure to allow for this when crossing the road. Many streets do not have sidewalks and there is no designated side for walking on.
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
110 Reviews
Latest reviews
Great Vacation Home
This was one of our best vacations! The home is beautiful and is truly a home away from home. There was plenty of space for our family. The kitchen provided all that we would need. We enjoyed dinners ion the back patio looking at the ocean. We played plenty of board and card games that we never find time to play at home. The ocean life was fun to watch which included the manta rays, sea turtle, dolphins, a reef shark, finding small lobsters and star fish while snorkeling along with a lot of fish and other things. If you have a water proof GoPro with an underwater filter, make sure you bring it. The videos turned out great! When we were planning this vacation, Mark emailed that although there were other things to see on the island we probably wouldn't venture out a lot since we had a pool and the ocean right there are our fingertips. He was right. We are a family that is usually on the go non stop so when the kids asked if they could just stay at the house and swim and relax I knew we had hit the jack pot. We did venture out to downtown for several hours on one day but we were glad to return back to our "home" for the week. We used Joe for our transportation and he is highly recommended. There were no pressures to figure out where to go and to worry about driving on the correct side of the road. The day we left, there was a lot of road construction so Joe was able to take us a different route to the airport. No worry for us and we got there without a hitch. Marsha the house mgr is very nice and welcoming. I had peace of mind knowing that if there was a problem we could call her for help. This is a place we would definitely like to return to for another vacation - so much so that we would have booked our spring break week for 2019 before leaving, but we don't know the dates yet for the school break. If you are looking for a wonderful get away, Water's Edge should be one of your top considerations!
Great Place
Great place to stay when in the Bahamas! The pictures don’t do the place justice and the outdoor living area is fantastic. This is now the only place we’ll stay while in the Bahamas.
Thanks Mark and Marsha for a great vacation.
Hi there - we are so glad you enjoyed the villa and it was great that the weather was fabulous for you.
Remember if you guys come back to get the "returning guests" discount!
Regards, Mark & Lisa
Fabulous property!!!
Fabulous week at Water’s Edge. Beautiful home with a spectacular view. Mark the owner was wonderful and emailed me back any time I had questions before our trip and during. Taxi driver Joe was the best and Marsha the property manager was extremely helpful and kind. We will be back for sure. I highly Recommend this property.
Hi guys - Thanks so much for the review. My team has now been working with me for years and we have become a trusted group! Make sure you guys come back soon - remember there is a discount for repeat guests!
Thanks agian, Mark & Lisa
Above Expectations!
The house is laid out very nicely with a main bedroom with en-suite bathroom on one side and two beds sharing a bath on the other side of the house nicely removed from each other for privacy. A fourth bedroom and half bath are in the loft. Plenty of room! There is a beautiful dining room as well as a dining/breakfast area toward the water, outside dining seating on both the front and back patios.
The house exceeds the photos if that can be believed! The front patio is huge and very pleasant. It’s sheltered from the wind off the water. The back patio on the water is beautiful – but has levels and steps . . . don’t text and walk! For some reason the photos don’t convey how spacious the rooms and patios are.
Some tips:
• A squeegee to clean the windows (from ocean saltwater) would help. Windex and paper towels made a huge difference, but a squeegee would be easier to quickly clean the windows.
• It can get cold! Just because it’s the Bahamas doesn’t mean you won’t need a sweatshirt or windbreaker. Throws on the sofas would be cozy. Extra blankets in a closet would be nice, too.
• Kitchen well stocked with basics. If you are making a special recipe, there’s a good chance the spices are here.
• The light switches can be a bit of a mystery. Some labels identifying what they control would be helpful.
Apparently the water is rough from December to March, so no calm waters to do snorkeling off the property. Wind and waves were substantial, noisy and fun to watch. There is a “private beach” just 100 feet east of here and if you are creative, you’ll find a way in. It has sandy spots great for wading/swimming – even if it’s rough. If it had been warmer and calmer, we would definitely have spent more time snorkeling and getting in the water. The inflatable dingy is super sturdy, but guests assume the risk of puncture or damage, so launching it off the property in anything but still waters would be risky. The edge is coral and dangerous looking although there is a ramp in one area.
Taxis – Joe and his team are phenomenal. They have the best vehicles, are the most well-dressed and professional of any taxis we took. But be advised, the house is out of the way and a minimum of $35 for a one-way trip into Nassau or the other destinations. This is the only downside to staying here. When considering tours, dinner out, etc., add on at least $70 – 80 for transportation. That said, the drivers are very thoughtful and considerate.
Hi Guys - thanks for the great review. Although, that is the first time I have ever heard a comment about it being cold in The Bahamas; LOL. Just in case, I'll put throws on the list for maintenance. Also, my team is fabulous and Joe (my taxi guy), in particular, always gets the accolades form my guests.
As you say, the villa is extremely spacious especially the main living room with the vaulted cathedral ceiling. I should make a point of that in my description. Hopefully, you will be able to come back in the future to enjoy again - the snorkeling off the patio is really splendid.
Regards, Mark & Lisa
Wonderful family vacation at Water's Edge
January week stay with family of 4 couples with infant and thoroughly enjoyed stay at Waters Edge. Well kept and maintained, beautiful location, and able to get around easily with van we rented from Joe, who provides excellent transportation services to and from the airport as well. Facilities at Waters Edge are all wonderful, plenty of room for all, and ample grocery stores nearby to get most anything you need easily.
Thanks, guys - we are so glad that you enjoyed the villa. The location is quite stunning, in fact pretty unbeatable I would say. Also, we do try to keep the amenities at the best possible standard and glad you found everything you needed.
Come back and visit again soon. Regards, Mark & Lisa
Great house! Highly recommended.
We've had the pleasure of renting several houses through VRBO but none better than Water's Edge. The house is very comfortable, well equipped, a great location, and a view that simply doesn't stop. We were there with our married son (and daughter-in-law), 22 yr old son, and 15 yr old daughter. Everyone had plenty of space and there were plenty of bathrooms.
We cooked most of our own meals and the house had everything we needed. The wifi was the best I've ever had outside my own house - we could stream movies without any problems.
The highlight of the house is the back porch and pool area. If you are a "lay by the pool" person you'll probably never leave the house. If you like to get out and do things, the house is about a 10-12 minute drive from Paradise Island and all the activities and restaurants there.
We're into diving and snorkeling and the snorkeling off the back of the house is pretty good. Getting in and out of the water is a little tricky (it's rocky and a bit slippery) but once you're in the water there are a few nice coral heads about 75 yards off the shore. Some of the fish we saw off the back of the house were bigger than the ones we saw on our offshore dive trips.
My only regret is that Water's Edge doesn't have one more bed/bath so we could come back with the whole family. (there's one more married daughter who didn't make this trip.) It's a great house, a great value, and I highly highly recommend it.
Wow, what a wonderful review - thanks so much. I'm so glad that you enjoyed New Years in Water's Edge. Both New Years and Christmas are special in The Bahamas with the various world famous festivals; especially Junkanoo.
It is also great to get a good commendation from "divers" as we value our coral offshore the house and the multitude of fish you see there. I hope you managed to see our 2 resident manta rays off the back wall - they have lived with us there for years.
I'm sorry that I can't "make" another bedroom for you guys but, when we have larger groups, I can recommend a great standby close to the villa for additional guests. I hope you get the chance to come back to Water's Edge again sometime in the future.
Regards, Mark & Lisa
Location
Water's Edge is situated on the quiet, residential eastern end of the island amongst many other private luxury properties and away from the major (noisy) tourist hubs. You will find many locals out for their morning walk in our area as it is a gorgeous view around the end of the island. It is a short 5 minute drive to downtown Nassau, local restaurants and Paradise Island and Atlantis. The ocean is just a walk down the back steps and you will find many reefs within rowing distance (with our dinghy) and beautiful snorkeling. There are also 2 beaches within swimming and walking distance from the house. The world famous Cabbage Beach (Paradise Island) is a 5-10 minute drive away. There is a local grocery store within walking distance as well. A well-stocked activity and guidebook is provided in the house as well as maps of the local area. Please check out our customer reviews. Nassau teems with Bahamian and British flavor. The capital of The Bahamas boasts miles of spectacular beaches and stretches of vivid coral reefs perfect for snorkeling. Dance to calypso music, savor fried crab or play dominos with locals in the diverse city. Don't leave without also learning about the country's interesting past. Shop, dine, and sightsee, particularly along busy Bay Street, or if you're a James Bond fan, visit the many movie sites. The town retains many of its characteristic pastel-colored British colonial buildings, including pink-hued Government House. Visit during the famed Junkanoo Festival (Christmas and New Year, also once in the Summer) to experience a high-energy parade of spectacularly costumed dancers.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Rates are subject to change until reservation is confirmed. We have a strict occupancy of 8 persons total. This allows us to maintain the high quality of the house. VERY IMPORTANT - all payments are made via PayPal or Credit Card. NEVER wire money to me.