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Great Cistern Beach Village

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Beach/ocean view
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
£217
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug

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Great Cistern Beach Road, Marsh Harbour, Central Abaco
  • Marsh Harbour
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Abaco Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Abaco Marina
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Marsh Harbour (MHH)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Economy Suite, Sea View

  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sea View

  • 1291 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Comfort Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 775 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Marsh Harbour

Located in Marsh Harbour, Great Cistern Beach Village is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lucayan Archipelago and Abaco Beach, while Wyannie Malone Museum and Albert Lowe Museum are cultural highlights.

What's nearby

  • Marsh Harbour - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Abaco Beach - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Abaco Marina - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Treasure Cay Marina - 47 min drive - 42.8 km
  • Treasure Cay Beach - 49 min drive - 44.0 km

Getting around

  • Marsh Harbour (MHH) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boat Harbour Pool Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Colors Bahamian Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Snappa's Grill and Chill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Jib Room - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blue Marlin Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Great Cistern Beach Village

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun
Guests at this beach cottage will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as Gas grills and a picnic area. All 12 individually decorated accommodations have 2 bedrooms and feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Guests will find kitchens with ovens, stovetops and dishwashers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Great Cistern Beach Village offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 65-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, separate dining areas, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

This Marsh Harbour cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include telephones; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 outdoor lighting
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
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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Cistern Beach Village pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Great Cistern Beach Village?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Cistern Beach Village?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Great Cistern Beach Village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Cistern Beach Village located?

This Marsh Harbour cottage is on the beach, steps from Lucayan Archipelago and within 6 mi (10 km) of Abaco Beach and Marsh Harbour. Abaco Marina and Mermaid Reef are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Great Cistern Beach Village Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're look for something away from the crowd of the marina or off the beaten path, this is for you. Allen is still in a building phase but everything was perfect. The private beach area is absolutely dreamy and rental had everything we needed. It was clean, well appointed, and has the best views. Also- Allen was really helpful and informative about dining and local options.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Really nice spot Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice single units. We stayed in two of the beachside cottages. They were clean, had sufficient kitchen/dishware, and were decorated in a tasteful, seaside motif. The kayaks were a wonderful addition and our boys enjoyed taking them out. They are located a bit away from main, busy areas but if you have a car rental then this is not a concern. The quiet, quaint location was welcoming. Sam was a gracious host and addressed any questions quickly and shared some insight to local sites/restaurants we could try during our stay. We would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this resort. Quiet, remote, clean and on a secluded bay. The cottage was fabulous and Allan Hamilton a gracious and caring host. Highly recommend Great Cistern to all who seek rest and a stress-free atomosphere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice clean, quiet and peaceful area. The hospitality of management was also a plus. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashuntay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was really beautiful and nice and inviting will definitely be booking again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, secluded, and clean with an incredibly friendly and helpful staff - just what we were looking for. Five stars isn’t enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was clean and comfortable, management was friendly and professional
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice property and great owner.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Host was incredibly helpful and friendly. Helped us secure a car rental for the second part of our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
It was very comfortable. We like the quiet space and the everyone had a good rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely cottage with stunning views. Rental car was a must bc it's a bit like off roading to get to the property. Stocked cottage that more than meet our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location and or water access. The host was wonderful. He was always willing to accommodate any request made by the tenants. He always called to make sure that we are satisfied and comfortable. This is not something you find everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property boasts a beautiful view and is part of a new construction, which made everything feel fresh and modern. The air conditioning worked perfectly, and the space was generous—with a roomy kitchen, large bedrooms, a spacious family room, and a wide deck to enjoy the scenery. The internet was fast, and ceiling fans throughout the home added to the comfort, especially on warmer days. One of the standout features was how quiet the location was—great for relaxing or getting work done. The host was outstanding—they went above and beyond by personally walking me through the property to explain how everything worked, pointing out local attractions, dropping me off at the car rental agency, and being very responsive whenever I had questions or concerns. It’s rare to find such a committed and thoughtful host. On top of all this, the price was excellent compared to similar properties in the area. There are a few things to be aware of. The water has a moderate sulfur smell/taste, which is not uncommon in some areas but might take getting used to. The access road for the last quarter mile is quite rough—small cars may have difficulty with clearance, so I’d strongly recommend a rental car with higher ground clearance. Additionally, the nearest grocery stores and bars are not within walking distance, so having a vehicle is essential. My airport taxi was $50, which further supports the idea of renting a car upon arrival. Overall, this was a great stay with many highlights. If you're
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ski

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alan met us at the property and showed us around. We even received an upgrade to deluxe cabin because it just happened to be available for our stay!! Fridge was stocked with a few cokes, beers, and wine complimentary. Kinda like they buy your first cocktail. The place is brand new unit as a rental. Well-appointed with new appliances, a/c units in each room, steps from the beach, amazingly cool shower with multiplesprayer heads. The road was a little bumpy but normal for this island. Go slow, and the location and condition of the property far outweighs a few minutes on a bumpy entrance. We will search out this property on our next visit. The price was actually low compared to others searched. 5 star experience. Nice job Alan!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRANDON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great private place to get away
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very modern unique cabin with private beach access!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gregory

Total Bummer!

Property was had to access, entrance road was dirt and pot holes unable to reach the property. we turned around and bokk ed a hotel in town. the hotel and they said I need to contact you for a refund. Totally disappointed, no restaurants. way too remote. I was with a flight crew and this property would not work. Please be more accurate when describing your properties
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024