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Idle a While Beach House

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 511 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Oistins
  • Place, Oistin's Friday Night Fish Fry
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Parish Church
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Miami Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Idle a While Beach House

2025 SUN & SAND DEAL: Save 30% on all dates booked from 1 MAY 2025 to 1 NOVEMBER 2025 (discount applied automatically at checkout).

BOOK NOW to avoid MISSING OUT on your dream Barbados holiday complimented by our 5 ⭐️ service.

Idle a While beach house is located directly on the beautiful sands of the South Coast Beach - step off the back deck straight onto the sand and surf!
There are 2 single beds in each of the 2 bedrooms which can be pushed together to become large doubles - please request your bedding configuration while booking. There is also a futon couch in the Lounge room, allowing a total of 5 guests to sleep at Idle a While.
There is a laptop friendly work space and we allow smoking ONLY on the outside deck. House trained pets are also welcome.
There is also secure, gated parking for 1 car available for guests at Idle a While.

It is a 1 minute walk to a large Massy Supermarket, a 2-3 minute walk to Oistins Fish Market and Fish Fry, and is 3 doors away from Surfers Cafe.

Checkin is not permitted without the full Security Deposit of £1,000 being paid. We pre-authorise your card 1 day before check-in. For cash deposits, please let us know at the time of booking. All guests are required to sign the inventory list on arrival and departure.

If you have any questions at all about your stay in Barbados, simply ask! We love to share information on all of the amazing things to do on the island.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Oistins

Located in Oistins, this apartment is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Miami Beach and Dover Beach. Oistin's Friday Night Fish Fry and Barry's Surf Barbados Surf School are also worth visiting.
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Oistins

What's nearby

  • Oistin's Friday Night Fish Fry - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Christ Church Parish Church - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Miami Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ride The Tide Surf School Barbados - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Maxwell Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oistins Fish Fry - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oistins Bay Garden - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pat's Place - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hot Legendary Fishcakes - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chefette - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Idle a While Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Idle a While Beach House?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idle a While Beach House on 30 Apr 2026 start from £179, 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 Idle a While Beach House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idle a While Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idle a While Beach House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idle a While Beach House located?

Located in Oistins, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Oistin's Friday Night Fish Fry and Miami Beach. Dover Beach is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Little L

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I am from the UK originally, but have lived in Barbados with my Bajan husband for many years.

Why they chose this property

If you love the beach, you will love Idle a While. Oistins is also an incredible hub to explore our beautiful island from!

What makes this property unique

We are so literally right on the beach and less than 5 minutes walk from many amenities, activities and restaurants in Oistins.

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