Cozy one bedroom Bermuda cottage near beach

Only steps away from a secluded beach, this traditional one bedroom Bermuda cottage with living room, fire place, full bath and full kitchen has everything you need to be your home away from home. The Cottage is located in Somerset - the beautiful and serene area of Bermuda, fondly referred to as “God’s Country”. It is within walking distance of several area attractions and is an ideal romantic get away or suited to the nature lover who wants to experience Island living at its finest! The cottage offers the following features for your comfort and convenience: Secure key lock for key storage – leave your key in safety when out and about. No need to worry about lost or misplaced keys! Laptop friendly workspace Complimentary refreshment upon arrival Comfortable dining and seating areas Working fire place (complimentary fire log provided in the winter months) Smart TV (It is advisable to have a secure vpn on your mobile devices to avoid geo blocking) iPod docking station/mobile phone charger Complimentary basic cable Complimentary Wi-Fi Complimentary telephone (outgoing local calls only) Blender Microwave Kettle Coffee maker Dishes, glasses, stemware and cutlery Toaster Pots, pans, cooking utensils Portable barbeque and a hibachi Refrigerator Stove and oven Potholders, towels, etc. Cleaning supplies Reverse air conditioning Ceiling fans throughout unit Ample storage space with plenty of hangers Queen size bed in bedroom Bed linens Bedspread Blankets Pack and play/portable crib for persons traveling with infants ( no linens or baby supplies provided) Iron and ironing board Extra Heater Hairdryer Towels and wash cloths Complimentary toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion) Beach towels, beach chairs and beach umbrella Fire safety equipment (fire extinguisher, smoke dectector, fire smothering cloth), Emergency supplies (first aid kit, batteries, flashlight, candles etc.) Safety card containing emergency information Housekeeping and linen services are not included in the daily rate. However, this services can be arranged for an added fee. Payment must be made by the guest directly to the contracted service provider. There also is a laundromat located on Somerset Road - a leisurely five minutes walk from the cottage. The cottage can accommodate the maximum of one child aged 0 to 2 in addition to two adults for a maximum of three occupants. Persons travelling with babies or infants are provided with a pack and play or portable crib for their convenience. Baby linens are not provided. If you require babysitting services, we will assist you in securing the services of a suitably qualified baby sitter. Payment must be made by the guest directly to the contracted service provider. There are five steps leading to the front entrance of the cottage. A safety rail has been installed to accomodate those persons with mobility challenges (please see listing photo gallery). There also is a rear entrance to the property that does not require use of steps. There is relative ease of mobility throughout as the floors are level throughout the unit. However, persons with severe mobility challenges should contact the host prior to booking to ensure the suitability of the accomodation for your specific needs. Persons travelling with service animals also should contact the host prior to booking. Special fees and restrictions will apply to the booking, The cottage is set on a well landscaped half acre with only one additional dwelling on the property and affords you total privacy. Guests have full use of the cottage and its facilities, and a private back yard, There is a small neighborhood beach about 300 yards from the house. Enjoy a backyard barbeque. Or, if you are visiting in the cooler months, curl up in front of the fireplace with a good book or with that special someone in your life! The cottage is fully equipped for you to prepare home cooked meals. However, If you prefer to dine out there are charming restaurants and pubs in the area - only minutes away from the house. TRAVEL TIP: The cottage has such a homey atmosphere that often people (especially first time vacation renters) are templed to stock up supplies for the entire trip. They usually are overwhelmed at the amount of food and supplies they have to dispose of or leave behind at the end of their stay. It is advisable to purchase only small amounts of groceries (for a day or two at the most) and to top up supplies as needed. The grocery stores are close to the house and by doing this you won't end up with lots of excess groceries at the end of your trip. The property is well lit for your comfort and convenience when out and about at night. This is a vacation experience which affords you total independence and privacy. I am always available however to assist with making your stay more comfortable and enjoyable. The Cottage is equipped with a house manual which contains house rules, safety information, contact information for your host and other useful information about the cottage, its amenities and the surrounding area. Please take a moment upon your arrival to review the information contained in it to ensure your comfort during your stay. You also will find brochures on various things to do and places of interest along with two fourteen zone bus tickets to start you on your adventure! TRAVEL TIP: Take a few minutes to check out the Bermuda Channel on cable channel 77. It provides a wealth of information about the Island and tips on various attractions and interesting things to do while in Bermuda. The neighborhood is quiet and a nature lovers delight! There are several parks, beaches, country roads and walking trails within close proximity to explore. When not enjoying nature, all other creature comforts are only minutes away - beauty salons, a spa, grocery stores, banks, post office, area restaurants, etc. Long Bay Beach and Nature Reserve is a "must see". The Royal Naval Dockyard which offers many attractions - including tours, museums, restaurants and shopping is another favorite with visitors. Other Area attractions include: •Steps away (less than 300 yards) from Scotts Bay, a secluded neighborhood beach •Walking distance to supermarkets, beauty salons Laundromat and local pharmacies - all within less than a one mile parameter from the cottage. •Walking distance(approximately 1 mile) to Somerset Village with local pubs, bars and restaurants and beautiful Mangrove Bay. Try to get to Country Squire if you can. Loads of fun and a great pub atmosphere. • Abut 2.5 miles away from the Woodies Sports bar on Watford Island- on your way to Dockyard. It is a local haunt and home to the best fish sandwich in the world - in my not so humble opinion! •About three miles away from the Royal Naval Dockyard, the Bermuda Maritime Museum, Bermuda Dolphin Quest, the Clock tower Mall, movie theatre, excellent restaurants, boat tours, land tours, water sports, craft markets, other shopping and attractions and the 2017 Americas Cup activities. I particularly like to dine at Anchor Restaurant and the Frog and Onion pub but all the restaurants are very good! Commissioner’s House, Dolphin Quest and the Maritime Museum are "must sees". While there why not take a swim with the dolphins at Dolphin Quest? •Steps away ( about 400 yards) from the public bus to Dockyard, Hamilton and St. Georges •Walking distance (approximately ½ mile) to the Cavello Bay public ferry •Three miles from the Rockaway Ferry •Two and a half miles from the Dockyard ferry •Walking distance ( about ½ mile) to Heydon Gardens, •Walking distance (about ¾ mile) to Fort Scaur •Minutes ( about two miles) from Somerset Bridge – the smallest draw bridge in the world and water sports •Walking distance ( 1/3 mile) to the Old Bermuda Rail Way Nature Trail •Steps away from the scenic West Side Road with magnificent water views •Walking distance ( ¾ mile) to scenic Long Bay Nature Reserve and Long Bay Beach •Walking distance ( ½ mile) to the Westover Farm where you can purchase fresh meat for the grill and other produce in season •Walking distance ( ½ mile) to Daniel's Head Beach and Water Park where you can enjoy various water sports. •Approximately 3 miles away from the world renowned Port Royal golf course - an 18 hole public PGA course. The Bella Vista restaurant is located at the Port Royal Golf Course. The food is good and it is a great way to end your golfing excursion!   It is very easy to get around Somerset and to access the rest of the Island from your location. In the immediate neighborhood and surrounding area, the West Side Road, Long Bay Lane, other local trails and Somerset Village are best enjoyed during leisurely walks or pedal cycle rides. Pedal cycles can be rented from a local cycle livery. When venturing further afield from the house you are only steps away (less than 400 yards) from the Number 7 and Number 8 bus stops which will take you further west into Somerset Village and the Royal Naval Dockyard or east to the City of Hamilton or the historic town of St. George - passing many areas of interest and scenic beaches along the way. TRAVEL TIP: The pink bus stop always takes you toward Hamilton and the blue bus stop always takes you away from Hamilton - no matter where you happen to be in the Island. The Hamilton bus terminal is the main hub. You will always stop at the Hamilton depot if you travel from one end of the Island to the other. It also is the central transfer point to other routes that take you past various places of interest in your travels. Always be sure to inform the driver of where you wish to travel and inquire about a transfer should you need to change routes en route to your location. You also can take advantage of the public ferry to enjoy Bermuda' beautiful shore line as you travel to Hamilton. Ferry terminals ae located at Cavello Bay, Boaz Island, Dockyard, Somerset Bridge and Rockaway and in the City of Hamilton. Schedule times vary according to the routes chosen, the time of day and the day of the week. TRAVEL TIP: Why not consider getting a book of 14 zone bus tickets or a three day or five day bus pass during your stay.? They offer you a cost effective and flexible means of visiting various places of interest throughout the Island. Bus passes and bus tickets can be used on both the public bus and the ferry. There also are neighborhood mini buses available for getting around Somerset. These are shared rides and are a hybrid between taxis and public buses. They travel approximately a two to three mile radius in either direction of the house. Those of you who are more adventuresome can rent mopeds (scooters) if you wish a more flexible and independent mode of transportation during your stay. You can pre book a cycle prior to your arrival. Also, effective 2017 Bermuda also offers tiny electric cars for rent. It is a fun and safer way to see the Island. If you wish to rent a scooter an electric vehicle while on Island, you can make arrangements to do so either prior to or after your arrival. Airbnb does not permit the bedding of URLs in its messaging and will block them. However you can research electric vehicle or scooter rentals Bermuda for information. NEW FEATURE ADDED MARCH 2018: This listing is now electric vehicle friendly! You can now charge your rental Twizy electric car on the property! Charge your vehicle overnight while you sleep and be ready to hit the road the next morning! TRAVEL TIP: A word of caution is needed here. In Bermuda, we drive on the left hand side of the road. The posted speed limit is 20mph/ 35 km. Local islander speeds can sometimes exceed these posted limits - making our narrow little roads quite frightening for inexperienced riders. If you are not a strong moped/scooter rider or familiar with our roads, you might wish to consider using public transportation or taxis to get around for your safety and comfort. IMPORTANT COVID TRAVEL UPDATE: PLEASE REVIEW PRIOR TO TRAVEL As of July 1, 2020 Bermuda is now welcoming visitors back to safely and responsibly enjoy the island's natural beauty and genuine hospitality. To protect Bermuda's community and travellers alike, the Government of Bermuda has introduced a set of robust screening protocols that must be observed. Bermuda offers guests an accessible, safe destination with wide open spaces and pink sand beaches, clean ocean breezes and brilliant turquoise waters, plus meaningful cultural connections and fresh island fare. Ideally within 72 hours, but no more than five days before departure, visitors must take a PCR COVID-19 test and obtain a negative result. This applies to adults and children aged 10 and up. Children who are 9-years-old and younger are exempt and are subject to their adult travel companion's quarantine. Test results must be entered as part of the online travel authorisation process and be presented upon arrival in Bermuda. Important notice. Once you have been tested for Covid19 upon arrival at the airport you must go directly to your vacation rental without stopping (no stops to grocery stores or scooter rentals) and wait there until you get their Covid-19 results from Government. You can order your groceries online and have them delivered to your rental. Important notice. Once you have been tested for Covid19 upon arrival at the airport you must go directly to your vacation rental without stopping (no stops to grocery stores or scooter rentals) and wait there until you get their Covid-19 results from Government. You can order your groceries online and have them delivered to your rental. Important notice. Once you have been tested for Covid19 upon arrival at the airport you must go directly to your vacation rental without stopping (no stops to grocery stores or scooter rentals) and wait there until you get their Covid-19 results from Government. You can order your groceries online and have them delivered to your rental. Important notice. Once you have been tested for Covid19 upon arrival at the airport you must go directly to your vacation rental without stopping (no stops to grocery stores or scooter rentals) and wait there until you get their Covid-19 results from Government. You can order your groceries online and have them delivered to your rental. ONCE YOU HAVE BEEN TESTED UPON ARRIVAL YOU MUST GO DIRECTLY TO YOUR VACATION RENTAL AND REMAIN THERE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE THE RESULTS OF YOUR COVID SCREENING. YOU CAN ORDER GROCERIES AND SUPPLIES ONLINE DURING THIS 24 HOUR PERIOD. YOUR VACATION RENTAL HOST WILL BE NHAND TO ASSIST WITH ANY ADDITIONAL NEEDS YOU MIGHT HAVE DURING THIS PERIOD. Within 48 hours of departure to Bermuda, , travelers must complete the Bermuda travel authorisation process online, which gathers important information for the island's health and immigration officials; a $75 fee is required, which includes the costs of the PCR COVID-19 testing in Bermuda. Passport and Visa Requirements: All travelers to Bermuda – including infants will require a valid passport. Access to the Island is via the US, Canada or the UK. Persons residing outside of the these countries should check with the Border Control of those respective jurisdictions with with regard to visa, transit, entry and re-entry requirements. Bermuda Immigration: Be sure to have the address for the Cottage upon your arrival in Bermuda. You will need to present this information to the Bermuda Immigration officials. You will also need a round trip ticket for admission into the Island. There is no admission with a one way ticket. Bermuda's Drug Laws: Drug laws in Bermuda are very strict including the importation of marijuana. If you are suspected of bringing contraband into Bermuda, you could be subject to search, police detention, criminal prosecution, fine and or incarceration. Weapons: The import of weapons including firearms or bladed articles is strictly prohibited. If you are caught entering Bermuda with these items in your possession - i.e. on your person or in your luggage, they will be confiscated and you could be subject to criminal prosecution. Persons with special circumstances, such as law enforcement or military personnel on official business must secure the appropriate clearances prior to travel if traveling with weapons. Travel Insurance: It always is advisable to secure travel Insurance to assist with any potential travel interruption, including flight cancellation, lost luggage, any accidents or emergency medical needs that might arise during your travels. Bermuda temperatures: Because of the nearby warm water of the Gulf Stream, Bermuda remains "sub-tropical" in climate. Over the whole year, the average annual high temperature in the island is around 78 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit and the average annual low is 68 degree Fahrenheit. January in Bermuda is part of winter season and the temperature remains quite cool. Over the past few years, the average high temperature in Bermuda during January has been around 69 degree Fahrenheit. And the average low is about 60 degree Fahrenheit. May is when the summer starts in Bermuda. This is the month when the temperature rises and generally stays between an average high of 75 degree Fahrenheit to a low of 68 degree. Around August which is the middle of summer, temperatures can rise to the mid to high 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Currency: The US dollar and Bermuda Dollar are accepted by all merchants in Bermuda. The Bermuda dollar (BD) is on par with the US dollar. If you pay with US dollars, you can request your change in US dollars to avoid having a surplus of local currency at the time of your departure. Transportation upon arrival: It is approximately 50 minutes by car from the airport to the house. There are taxis immediately outside of the airport terminal building. These are metered taxis that can accommodate approximately 4 to 6 persons plus luggage and it will cost you approximately 70.00 USD or BD per taxi. You also can pre-book transportation with an airport limousine company. The per person charge is approximately $50.00 USD or BD per person. If you wish to have special transport arranged for your arrival, we will be happy to make these arrangements on your behalf. Extra fees will apply for this additional service. This pickup arrangements will include a stop to the grocery store and a quick overview of nearby area attractions . Please give us minimum of three days notice if you wish for us to make these arrangements on your behalf. We kindly request that you provide us with the name(s) of your guest(s), your flight details (name of flight, arrival & departure times) to assist with these arrangements. Guests who are in for short stays and who have minimum luggage have also taken the bus from the airport. This is a two hour bus ride but a great way to view the Island. The cottage is located along a major bus route and is about 400 yards from the bus stop. The fare per person is $5.00 USD or BD. Exact fare is required as drivers do not carry change on them. Bermuda Public Holidays: Bermuda Public Holidays are especially great times to visit the Island as there usually are many celebrations and festive events happening. Brmuda observes the following public holidays: New Year's Day- January 1 Good FridayFriday - Friday before Easter Sunday Bermuda Day-May 24 National Heroes Day- Third Monday in June Emancipation Day (Cup Match) either last Thursday in July or the first Thursday in August Somer's Day (Cup Match) either the last Friday in July or the first Friday in August Labour Day- First Monday in September Remembrance Day - November 11 Christmas Day - December 25 Boxing Day - December 26 Bermudian idiosyncrasies: Bermudians are very friendly and helpfull. We greet each other and total strangers in stores, restaurants, in passing on the street, entering the bus or ferry etc. with “Good morning”, “Good afternoon” or “Good evening” - irrespective of our moods. These phrases are generally the precursor to any conversation a person initiates with another individual. Starting a conversation with someone without the formality of a greeting or salutation first is considered to be bad manners by many Bermudians and while they usually would be too polite to openly rebuff you, you possibly might not get the level of warmth, or enthusiastic response for which we are known. TRAVEL TIP: When out and about, be sure to use these greetings when encountering people - especially if you need information or assistance. Nine times out of ten you will be rewarded with the most “Bermudaful” smiles and people will go out of their way to help you. A friendly smile and "thank you" during these encounters is virtually guaranteed to make them friends for life!