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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Private kitchen
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Man O War Cay, Abaco
  • Abaco Beach
    ‪114 min walk‬
  • Hope Town Lighthouse
    ‪150 min drive‬
  • Tahiti Beach
    ‪192 min drive‬
  • Marsh Harbour (MHH)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Man O War Cay

In Man O War Cay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lucayan Archipelago and 12 miles (20 km) of Hope Town Lighthouse. Wyannie Malone Museum and Garbanzo Beach are within 12 miles (20 km).
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Getting around

  • Marsh Harbour (MHH) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boat Harbour Pool Bar
  • ‪Captain Jack's - ‬185 min drive
  • Colors Bahamian Restaurant & Bar
  • ‪Firefly Restaurant - ‬187 min drive
  • ‪Abaco Inn - ‬188 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Bahamian Paradise

LookOut Ridge offers the quintessential opportunity to properly appreciate the Island Paradise. The Bahamian roots of this property have been honored and enhanced. Its expert combination of materials will charm you. Design elements, and finely appointed furnishings create a very special retreat that is the essence of quiet, simple luxury.

Man-O-War Cay, in the Abaco Island Chain, is by far the most beautiful and charming in the Bahamas. It is truly a tropical Paradise. Rich in history, it was settled in the1700s by Loyalists wishing to remain under British rule and today still retains something of a colonial flavor. Its boat building industry is still thriving today. The people there, whether local, expat, or visitor, are incredibly warm, friendly, and helpful and exude an unaffected charm.

The area offers first class fishing, diving, and snorkeling on the third largest coral reef in the world. MOW has a great coffee shop/museum, good grocery store, hardware store, and several small shops...and all only five minutes away by boat within the harbour.

LookOut Ridge perches on one of the highest points on the island. From there you enjoy wonderful breezes and incredibly gorgeous views of the Sea of Abaco in front and the Eastern Harbour behind. The Sea of Abaco side has its own swim platform with hand hewn steps to the water. On the Eastern Harbour side is a private dock. The property is accessed only by boat, ensuring privacy and quiet. Two kayaks are available at the cottage for exploration, beach fun, or visiting the Settlement. Motor boats are available for rent in Marsh Harbour or on MOW.

Very special property features:
The beautifully preserved and enhanced hip ceiling.
The well appointed and equipped kitchen.
New HVAC with dehumidifiers.
Two huge glass sliding pocket doors that give the feeling of outside living.
Custom doors and paneling.
Incredible views.
Lush tropical growth.
Back up diesel generator. (the power occasionally goes out in the Abaco's, when it does the gen. comes on proving power)
Privacy, Privacy, Privacy. This property is only accessible by boat, insuring an utterly quiet and peaceful retreat, while only a five minute boat ride to the two public docks in town.

Many visitors rent their boat in Marsh Harbor, where you will land if flying. Man O War is a 15 minute boat ride to your dock (Dock 39) on our property. After a short flight from South Florida to Marsh Harbour. (There is also a direct flight from Atlanta) and a 12 minute taxi ride on the Ferry, you will arrive at MOW within about 20 minutes. On the way, ask the Ferry Captain to drop you off at Dock 39 in Eastern Harbour. Follow the side walk up to your Bahamian cottage at the top of the Ridge.

Property manager

Ashley Hefner

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Bahamian Paradise to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.8 mi (38-min drive) away from the Marsh Harbour (MHH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Bahamian Paradise have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Bahamian Paradise to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.2 mi (189-min drive) from Garbanzo Beach and 13 mi (192-min drive) from Tahiti Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private Bahamian Paradise offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Bahamian Paradise?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Private Bahamian Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Bahamian Paradise?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Bahamian Paradise have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private Bahamian Paradise have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Bahamian Paradise to downtown Man O War Cay?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Man O War Cay.

Private Bahamian Paradise Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEST vacation location in the Abacos

This was our second stay and we’ll be back! The house and property have so many places to relax. Every evening we watched the sun set over the sea of abaco from rocking chairs on the huge deck or from the lower swim/fishing deck. We swam from the lower swim deck where we could just walk into the water and splash around while watching the boat action (or just the beautiful scenery in the sea of abaco). We also watched the sunrises and swam everyday from the dock on eastern harbor (where the swimming is the best anywhere!).The house itself is very comfortable with all the modern conveniences you need but it feels truly magical.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calming little paradise!

Very pleasant stay. Well appointed house, instructions super helpful. enjoyed the quiet charm of man o war!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sumer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful winter retreat

Excellent property that met all our expectations! There was an issue with the water heater that was handled rapidly. We had an amazing time!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

cole M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful, quiet vacation

This property fit our needs perfectly. The beautiful landscaping, friendly neighbors, and great location really make this a special place to stay. The access to the harbor as well as the sea of abaco is a feature that sets this property apart. We would not hesitate to return for another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Escape

We had the best experience staying here! We took our family of four (kids were 20 and 17). Wonderful island! So quiet and quaint. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Look-out ridge

Wonderful location, great home, very relaxing, all the amenities were as presented. We are coming back!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness

First Time Bahamas

In Short: we had a Great Time, the best you can have! We will come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely , private oasis

Comfortable and quiet. Pretty landscape and nice interior. Great outdoor space in 3 spots. Dock is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Incredible property, and delightful owners. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Keep this place a secret

We will be back. The house is perfect for 4 that want to enjoy a quick trip in the center of everything. Boating over from MH is 15min, the lagoon was awesome for swimming and floating around in the evening after island hopping. We got lobster, grouper, and saw tons of fish on the sea side daily. The house has everything you need, the kitchen was very well stocked, lots of towels, the beds were comfortable, and the air conditioners kept that house cold. There is a nice outdoor shower, a full size fridge, washer and dryer, and a couple other things that we weren't expecting. Absolutely super little small quaint island home. We ran out of gas, connected with the host, and had gas before I woke up in the morning. We couldn't have picked a better place. I'm only leaving this review because I promised I would. Otherwise I don't want anybody else to know about it, kidding, but hopefully its available when we look. We will definitely be back soon. Enjoy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Best

The home is great. Clean, comfortable, quiet and great views. Very private…. Feel like you are in a botanical garden. Easy access to many local towns and things to do. Communication is always key in my business and it doesn’t get better than Britton. She was always available, sweet and helped us get in contact with the right people to fix our boat. We will be going back and will tell our boating friends about this home. 100% recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

Liked: Cleanliness

This house is amazing!!!

We loved our stay at this home! It was beautiful and we loved the vibe of man o way cay! Even when our stay got thrown a little curve ball- Lana handled the situation with love and grace! We will def be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Penelope D.

Nice cottage, worst owner ever encountered on VRBO

the house is good for 2 to 4 people, but would be crowded with more than that, especially during rainy weather. it is adequately furnished, although with dark wood; it could be much lighter and airier. we were not informed of the broken dryer. as it rained for much of our stay this was a problem for drying wet towels, clothes, etc. owner's manual needs updating and should be sent prior to arrival (the information sent was not complete). there is no Firestick for the t.v. as promised. the rugs need cleaning, all are dirty. some towels and sheets (all white) have small stains. most importantly .we were not told that we should ensure a boat rental prior to booking. there were no rentals available over the holiday season. the owner said she had never encountered this problem before which is unlikely true. other renters we met had been unable to rent a boat six months prior to this christmas/new years season. the owner did not respond to phone calls or email questions. fortunately, residents of man o war cay were very helpful as was the G and L ferry service from Marsh Harbour. we are also home owners on martha's vineyard and rent our home on occasion; we always correspond with renters with any questions and concerns before they arrive; we check in with them during their stay; we are always accessible. although the property manager did respond (telling us the dryer was broken, after the fact) that is not the same as talking with the property owner.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property!

Amazing! House had everything we needed and the grounds were beautiful. Our girls loved exploring the property. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Tod W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful - Fun and Relaxing

Excellent -beautiful, fun as well as relaxing property. Electric went out but never experienced outage because excellent automatic generator. Property manager very good. We’ll be back!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise on MOW

The quintessential MOW home. Perfectly appointed with all of the necessities to enjoy a week on MOW. Beautiful grounds with a fabulous home. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

anita M., EAGLE POINT

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

Beautiful property, but a bit tough to fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

We loved this cottage. It was so comfortable inside and out. The deck and dock were both great. Amazing sea breeze.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enchanting Island Cabin

Our family enjoyed our holiday at this beautiful cabin on Man-O-War. We rented a boat and it was the perfect base for lots of island adventures. Our children loved the feeling like we were on our own island and we enjoyed getting everywhere by boat. The views are unparalleled and we fell asleep on the deck reading books under the stars. I recommend this property to any adventurous family who wants to unplug and spend a week on the sea.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leigh S., Dellrose, TN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place

Great place to stay. Extremely clean and new condition. Air conditioning is top notch and water pressure is great. Beds are firm and new. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia D., Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Man-O-War

Enjoyed our stay at Lookout Ridge. Dockage for boat was wonderful, nice quite and calm harbor so even when winds pick up / shift there is no need to move the boat. We have stayed at MOW in several lovely homes but this was the first time we had the boat in a secure harbor, which was very nice. Good snorkeling off the front of the house in the abaco sea. Owner is wonderful to work with and truly helped to make our stay pleasant. The automatic generator that kicks in when the power goes out is a must have for any vacation in the area. AC was great. Lovely home, beautiful spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lookout Ridge

We really enjoyed our stay at Lookout Ridge. The property was beautifully renovated and maintained...pretty much perfect for our family. The house was spacious, very clean, well equipped and very comfortable. We specifically enjoyed all of the outdoor seating areas, both covered and uncovered, which had great views over the Bay of Abaco. There was great access for swimming and snorkeling at the front of the house, which was very convenient. We also enjoyed swimming off the dock on the Harbour side as well. There were two nice kayaks available, which we thoroughly enjoyed. We came by boat from Florida, so the dock was very important to us. The dock was brand new with deep water on all sides. The dock and the path leading to the house were well lit, so getting in and out after dark was very easy. Overall, this was a great trip, so we would highly recommend Lookout Ridge. Special thanks to the property managers as well. They took good care of us!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

Absolutely perfect. Very nicely remodeled, modern, light and airy. Well appointed and every detail thought of. Great view of the sea from a large and new deck, great bay side dock for your boat and two kayaks to use, a nice lookout and steps leading down to the sea, great air conditioning, great showers/water pressure both inside and out doors, great lighting, beautiful original paintings by owner who is an accomplished and notable artist, new appliances, great patio, great wifi and tv streaming service. Met the owners on the island during our stay and they were very friendly and gracious hosts. We will definitely come back and highly recommend to others. One detail to be aware of is that there is no road leading to the house, only a very rugged path, so make sure you plan to arrive and depart via boat to and from the dock. All-in-all an absolute gem, charming and perfect in every way!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Evonne H.

Great get away!

This is the perfect spot when you want to escape and be away from the stress of everyday life and experience the abaco sea and Atlantic Ocean. This property is perfect for 2 couples or a family of 4. There is a ton of privacy and access for both a boat in the sheltar of the harbor and access to the abaco sea for swimming and snorkeling. The owners thought of everything and the deck is brand new and the house had a great new kitchen. There is an additional storage space with laundry and a large fridge for your bigger items. the outside shower is fantastic and quite lovely way to end the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Great house

The house was great with lush landscaping and multiple seating areas to find the sun or shade. Having access to laundry and a dishwasher was nice. Cons were a lack of a screen door on the lovely, large, sliding glass door. The property is presented as walkable to town but it is not. You definitely need to have a boat to rent this house. We did, and it was awesome.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019