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Set on the tranquil waters of the Great Sound, Watford Studios offers a serene retreat at Bermuda's scenic west end. Enjoy access to a private beach, dock with chaise lounges and calmer beaches like Mangrove Bay within walking distance.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront 2 Bedroom Cottage, Access to Private Beach

The property is a self-contained cottage, located at the scenic west end of Bermuda, very close to the historic Royal Naval Dockyard. Quaint Somerset Village with its bars, restaurants, and shops are within walking distance, as are the calmer beaches of Mangrove Bay and Somerset Long Bay.

The property is situated on the waters of the Great Sound and there is dock complete with chaise lounges, tables and chairs for guest use. The property also has access to a small private beach very close by.

The location is very convenient for transport as the bus and ferry stops are just steps away. The stunning South Shore Beaches are a short bus ride away.



Keywords: Cottage, Watford Studios

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside the unit only

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Additional fee $250 for cleaning

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Possibly

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside the unit only

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: possibly
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number T001970

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Sandys Parish, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute and Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bermuda Fun Golf and Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bermuda Squash Racquets Club or Bermuda National Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our Somerset Village travel guide
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Somerset Village, Sandys Parish

What's nearby

  • Long Bay Beach
    Long Bay Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sugar Cane Point Beach
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mangrove Bay
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Somerset Long Bay Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Parson's Bay
    5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • L.F. Wade Intl. Airport (BDA)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bone Fish Bar & Grill
    4 min drive
  • The Dockyard Pharmacy
    6 min drive
  • The Frog and Onion Pub
    4 min drive
  • Anchor Restaurant, Bar & Lounge
    3 min drive
  • Island Cuisine
    25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront 2 Bedroom Cottage, Access to Private Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront 2 Bedroom Cottage, Access to Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront 2 Bedroom Cottage, Access to Private Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront 2 Bedroom Cottage, Access to Private Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Sugar Cane Point Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Royal Naval Dockyard. Mangrove Bay and Somerset Long Bay Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Waterfront 2 Bedroom Cottage, Access to Private Beach Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edmund S.

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

Great location

Spacious and charming two bedroom cottage in a fantastic location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this magical cottage! The view of the sound was even better than expected. We basically lived on the second floor terrace when we weren’t out. A few kitchen basics to get you through some light cooking when you don’t want to venture out. You can get groceries delivered from a local grocer. And of course, Christine was a lovely hostess. Easy to reach, communicated well, and overall super kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Location Location Location

Beautiful views, right on the water. Access to the ocean right out your front door. The bus and ferry are just a few hundred steps away. Location is the best!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalya Y.

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

Paradise

This is our second time in this beautiful property and we are planning to be back again in the future. Everything was great, we spent most of the time fishing from all spots around and our best luck was from the bridge in the evening time. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

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

Watford studio Ii

Great property in a great location. Steps away from the bus stops to the dockyard or the southern beaches. Also steps away from commuter ferry that can be taken to Hamilton. Taxi’s constantly driving by and easy to access. Beautiful waterfront and small private beach very short walk away. Property is a little outdated but has a great deal of character.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maxim L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip to Bermuda

Good place right on the water, next to the ferry to Hamilton and walking distance to some beaches. Great for a short trip to get some beach time and see a few of the sites on the island. Place was clean except for dirty floor. Sports club nearby that was advertised appeared closed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

PERFECT location

We spent most of our 4 days lounging around the patio and dock, swimming, snorkeling and fishing. The view is so beautiful. We saw tons of sea life and enjoyed watching the boats and people. Christine and family were lovely and helpful. Such a bonus to have our groceries delivered by Christine. Such a fun and relaxing vacation. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Great little oasis in Bermuda's west end

This is a great little spot, perfect for four people. The best snorkeling of our trip was right off the dock and our boat tour captain dropped us off at the cottage so we wouldn't have to bother with a taxi back to the property! The convenience was awesome. The kitchen and breakfast bar suited our needs and between the porch and the little deck, we had all the outdoor space we could want. Christine was so nice and thoughtful and the property was clean and neat for our arrival. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Hidden Gem

The cottage was absolutely perfect. Beds were comfy, kitchen well stocked, perfect location with amazing views. The cottage location was close to bus and ferry service. Several restaurants were within walking distance. We ordered groceries before our arrival, Christine picked them up and had them at the cottage prior to our arrival. Christine was a lovely host. I plan to return with my husband.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

Fun in the sun

The property's location is unbeatable. Quiet area, beautiful ocean views and easy access to the bus and Watford ferry makes this an ideal vacation spot. The snorkeling across the street is some of the best I've experienced. Bring your own masks and snorkels. There weren't any at our property, luckily we brought ours! You don't want to miss it. There is no need to spend money on a snorkeling excursion. We easily saw 10 different types of fish and spent hours in the water. The house was a perfect size for our family. The beds were super comfy and the shower had great water pressure to get the salt out of our hair. Unwinding on the balcony in the evening and listening to the waves and tree frogs was the perfect end to the day. Christine was great. We had food delivered to the house and needed the exact address. Google maps wasn’t cooperating. She picked up as soon as we called. * Some advice for those staying here: pull up the Watford ferry schedule, bus schedule and cruise schedule. Watch the cruise schedule and plan some of your adventures around when the ships dock at the Dockyard. Saturday can be very busy and it was difficult for us to secure transportation. The busses were full and didn't stop. Taxi wasn't available either. The app Hitch is user friendly to secure a taxi, but everyone was busy or in other areas of the island. So we changed plans and went snorkeling instead of traveling to the local beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaan C.

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

Bermuda cottage

We had a wonderful time, super clean and absolutely lovely accommodation. There’s a nice swimming area out the back. Perfectly located right beside the ferry terminal!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, great outdoor space on the water. Sleeping comfortably for 4. Kitchen lacked a few things, but otherwise had what we needed. If you are a typical VRBO family and want to stay away from the cruise ship crowds, this is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

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

Great location and beautiful water view

Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Candice g.

Excellent stay, accommodations and location!

Highly recommend. We really enjoyed our stay and Christine was great. She answered all our questions and arranged accommodations for our stay. We were very pleased and look forward to a return stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - moments from two bus routes and the ferry (which runs to hamilton in mornings and evenings). The dock meant we could get picked up by boat! We used the cove every evening - incredible sunsets! This end of the island is gorgeous!! Itwas easy to get in and out of hamilton and ferries from nearby dockyard make the whole island easily accessible. And loads of facilities at dockyard make it easy to go on boat trips, hire jet skies or kayaks. The cottage itself is spacious and cool. Good kitchen facilities, plenty of hanging space, super clean, huge beds! We would def stay there again!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

Amazing Staycation

We had a wonderful time! The dock was great, the beds and air conditioning great, lots of storage, great kitchen and lovely outdoor patio. We will definitely be back! Thanks Christine
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia B.

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

Overall good place and location

Our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 young children) enjoyed our stay. Easy access to Dockyard, Somerset and Horseshoe Bay by scooter or bus. Ocean swimming off the dock at the back of the house. Kitten cookware and utensils were all fine. Some repairs needed to faucets and light fixtures but manageable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time VRBO users vs all inclusive or cruises, but that anxiety didn't last long. Loved the acccess to busses and ferries and the supermarket was well within reach with a bus stop right there.Christine even offered to pick up groceries and put them in the refridgerator for us, but we didn't know what we wanted and planned on eating out alot..Having a private dock and beach was a plus.Very secure and we never even locked our doors.Another very pleasant thing was how kind the locals are, young and old alike. They are so polite and helpful with each and every encounter.Super quiet at night and the sunrises and sunsets were amazing.We had a prior booking that we had to rebook due to 2 hurricanes that stuuck at the same time and Christine refunded us instantly and accomodated us for the 10 days the folloring week.What a beautiful time of year October is here, hard to belive its only 1.5 hrs from home.Just far enough away from the cruise ships and crowds also.We booked another 10 days before we even left, it was a great experience for us first timers.Can't wait to return next fall.
Private beach across the street facing west for sunsets.
Sunrises are beautiful from the patio.
Private beach across the street facing west for sunsets.
Deep water dock for lounging or jumping it.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

robert c.

Location Location Location

What a beautiful place. My wife and I celebrated our 40th anniversary from 8-7 to 8-14 2017. We loved this unit. We were right on the ferry dock and the bus stops so travel was a snap. The cool breezes off the sound were so refreshing in the evenings when we would sit out enjoying the moon rise. I would recommend this unit to anyone. Christine was very helpful and a wealth of knowledge. We will be back and will stay here. Bob and Debbie Pennsylvania
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

james v.

Perfection on the Great Sound

Our family had the most wonderful time in Bermuda thanks to Christine and her fabulous rental accommodations. The place was clean and laid out perfectly for our week long visit. The bus stop is very close by and the dock and beach areas were great for snorkeling. We even took out their small kayak and toured around kings islands and mangrove bay, sighting green sea turtles aplenty along the way. Sunrise view from watford studio 2 was remarkable every single day and I got some really great time lapse videos of it. Sunset was really spectacular from the beach side. Our hosts were welcoming and warm, giving us good recommendations for dining out and transportation. We are looking forward to visiting the islands again and staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Stunning views!

Even though the rental could use a bit of a facelift, we still had to give it 5 stars. Firstly, Christine is amazing! She’s responsive, helpful and gave us our space. She even picked up our grocery order before we arrived for us so we had food in the house! At one point we couldn’t get the TV to stream, so she brought over HER own for us to use for the week! The views were incredible. The views from the property are gorgeous- and the private beach just across the street was wonderful The ferry and bus are steps away, making it easy to get around. We had a serene and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views!

We visited for a wedding at nearby Cambridge Beaches and this location was perfect. Though there was a little bit of a walk in between, we enjoyed walking from the condo to the resort all weekend. Bermuda requires visitors to be tested for COVID upon arrival at the airport and you are not allowed to leave your residence until your results are returned. Ours didn’t arrive until midnight, so we would have been bored and cooped up in a hotel room… but this rental has access to a private beach and dock on the water where we were able to sit and enjoy the beautiful scenery and ocean breeze. It was lovely! Christine was also easy to get in touch with and very helpful, which is really important when you’re in a country you’ve never visited before. 👍🏻
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michelle J.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Misleading stay

Unfortunately this rental fell incredibly short of what we expected based on prior reviews, photos, etc. We were so disappointed and uncomfortable staying here that we literally checked out after our first night and moved to a hotel. The home was not cleaned as one would expect, there was even a dead roach in the single bathroom, which if cleaned should have been seen and removed. We took pictures just as proof for ourselves. The host was lovely and we thank them immensely for their flexibility but this property is in serious need of an overhaul. We messaged the host to let them know we weren’t going to stay and we received a casual apology and acknowledgement that it’s due for an overhaul but even that is not scheduled until months out. Look elsewhere but this property does have so much potential if and when it’s redone and maintained properly, just not now. Would’ve like to see the host offer even a small refund but we didn’t push again because of their flexibility with the reservation. But we felt strongly about the need to share an honest review.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista P.

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

The condo was beautiful and clean

10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Fiona B.

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

Lovely stay with a great view

Transport links are great for both the bus and ferry. Bedrooms large and very comfortable with a lovely view from both the patio and upstairs balcony. A few minor maintenance updates needed but didn’t impact our stay. Christine was a lovely host and very responsive, would recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022