Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Cat Island

Harold's Cottage is truly secluded with easy access to much of Cat Island's magic. This was our second trip to the Bahama's, our first to Cat Island. Everything they say about Cat Island is true: if you want to get away from it all, this is the place. The cottage sits at the very end of Old Bight which is like a spit off the West side of the island. It is about 15 minutes from the New Bight airport and easy to access by any car. Mind you, the road to Old Bight and the one to Harold's Cottage are single-land and not paved. To get to Old Bight you drive a causeway that cross over a marsh which is created by creeks on the North and South. There miles of mangrove growing on either side. Our host arranged for us to have a car. We were given a sedan which limited our ability to explore. We will be sure to request something more capable next time. The house itself is about 1 mile from Rollezz (roll-eez) Resort which is made up of about 5 bungalows located on the marsh side of the road and cabanas on the seaside. Also located along the road are an abandoned home as well as two defunct hotel buildings and a wrecked crane which add to the ambiance of the area. It sits on an open lot with some new plantings. Wear your shoes when walking around the driveway and sides of the house as there is a lot of construction material still on the ground as well as sand burs which painfully stick into your feet. The only shade available is on the front or back decks. Be sure to ask for deck chairs. We did, and there were two folding reclining chairs that were left by the back door. There were also four plastic chairs in the laundry room that we used to sit upon in the water, but that's it for outdoor seating. We were hoping to spend more time sitting outside on the sand and in the water, but the lack of seating, and no outdoor tables or umbrella made this uncomfortable. There is an outdoor shower which we used daily after swims. However, the platform beneath and the walkway to and from it is a piece of plywood. Wear your flip flops to avoid splinters. We had to hang our towels on the railing because there is not clothesline nor hooks for doing so. We were often hanging towels over doors to allow them to dry and avoid having them blown away during windy days. Cruisers (sail and motor yacht owners) anchor in the area due to the calm conditions. There were about three in front of us and around 7 in front of Rollezz. We saw them twice a day when they would take their dogs to the beach. Other than that, we saw no one. Often, our foot prints were the only ones on the beach. The cruisers would frequent the resort for meals. We were also able to enjoy meals with them. Our host also arranged for us to use kayaks from the resort which we didn't get to do due to windy conditions, but hope to next time. The inside of the house is quite spare. We have visited many Airbnb homes and this one left much to be desired. We choose to stay in a house so we can cook and enjoy being in one place. Unfortunately, the lack in this home meant we did a lot of eating out. Many of the kitchen tools were brand new, which we appreciated. There was cornmeal and sugar in the cabinet, but no salt or pepper. We ended up having to go to the food store to get spices and dry goods for cooking. The food store is well appointed and you can get most anything you need, for a price. The living room has two sofas, two end tables and a coffee table. Due to fact that it is at the back of the house (opposite the water) we did not spend much time there. It is an open-concept kitchen and living room. We would open the back door and windows, turn on the fan (the only light in this room) and allow the Eastern breeze to blow through the house to keep the biting flies from getting to us. There is no television, no books to read and just a couple of puzzles, some cards and a game or two. The bedrooms are situated on the seaside and have French doors that open onto the deck. We spent most of our time with these doors and the windows open, the breeze blowing through and a view of the water. We were careful, though, of the air conditioner units located just behind the doors. We were nervous the wind would blow the door into the unit arm and break the glass. The Bahaman breeze kept the biting flies away, for the most part, but they always get me. There are ceiling fans (the only light in the room) and AC units in each bedroom and living room. We don't use AC because we enjoy the fresh air, but we did use the fans. I was wishing for an oscillating floor fan or mosquito netting at dusk and dawn each day as the flies were worst at those times. We did not spend nearly as much time at the house as we would have liked, due to the lack of provisions. There was no information about the area provided in the home. We did our research before arriving so we had an idea of what we wanted to check out. Luckily, we had friends cruising in the area, and the internet, to provide some additional guidance. We were given a map by the nice people at Greenwood which we left at the house. I took some notes to share with anyone visiting so that they

Beautiful place to explore North Cat Island. We especially loved the stunning views from everywhere in the house, it was well stocked, great air conditioning in the bedrooms, and the outdoor private shower was incredible. We met wonderful neighbors and everyone on the island was so nice and helpful. Could not recommend this location and island enough. Thank you very much for letting us enjoy your little slice of heaven!

This was absolutely the best vacation we have ever had. Marianna always responded very quickly to any questions that I had which was so helpful. Both Marianna and Victor were amazing hosts. They always offered any information or help whether it was getting around the island or navigating the beaches. They provided snorkel gear which I fully enjoyed right out the front door and a phone number of a great boat tour. The house was exactly what was shown in the photos and so comfortable. It felt like home. I only wish I could say more but the fact that my husband also said it was the best vacation ever and he said he was so relaxed really says it all. Thank you both for everything!!

An absolutely magical place. We would come back time and time again.

Jacqueline's property's location is quite possibly one of the best in the world. Steps from one of the most secluded, beautiful beaches we have ever been to; and we have visited many. Other reviews say glamping...I wouldn't say that. Staying at Jacqueline's is to experience being fully immersed in nature, while staying in a house. We loved every moment of it.

My stay at Fountain Bay was amazing! I only stayed a day but it felt like a week due to the hospitality of my host, Wendy. The resort itself sits on a beautiful beach that that is pristine. I was also blown away by the cleanliness of the rooms. Everything exceeded my expectations. Fountain Bay is a must visit. See Wendy & Thera!

Amazing stay! Tropical Paradise exceeded our expectations. We were looking for a place to relax and recharge from the hectic schedules of life over the holidays and this stay was exactly what we had in mind. The house is about an hour drive from the airport/large grocery store. The liquor store was closed. When we return we would probably plan our food better and hire someone to shop/cook for us. Over Christmas many places were closed. Once you arrive you truly are in paradise. The location of this home is absolute PERFECTION! Steps away from the most beautiful, private, clear water, tranquil beach! We loved walking the beach each day, snorkeling right in front of the house and kayaking. Sherri and Alan have thought of everything and the house is well appointed. We ate at Shana’s Cove a few times and found that experience lovely and the food great! The noseeums were the only negative! They are especially bad at sunset. We all got bites despite our efforts. We can’t wait to return🏝️❤

I have no complaints as usual, because thats like my home in Cat Island. we love it there

Beautiful place to explore North Cat Island. We especially loved the stunning views from everywhere in the house, it was well stocked, great air conditioning in the bedrooms, and the outdoor private shower was incredible. We met wonderful neighbors and everyone on the island was so nice and helpful. Could not recommend this location and island enough. Thank you very much for letting us enjoy your little slice of heaven!

My wife and I just came back from a magical stay at Fountain Bay! A representative from the resort (the awesome Wendy) met us at the airport and helped us settle in, providing great advice on things to see and do while we were there. The property itself is in a beautiful location with an amazing beach literally right outside our well-equipped bungalow. The online pictures do not do this place justice. The water is crystal clear, and we saw a lot of sea turtles, fish and other marine life. We explored nearby bays and areas on kayaks that are available to guests (at no extra charge). We also rented a car on a couple days to check out the rest of the island. Cat Island, while off the main tourist path, has some of the most beautiful, secluded beaches we have ever seen. Highly recommend visiting and staying at Fountain Bay! We will be back!

We had an incredible stay! From the moment we arrived, it was clear that every detail had been thoughtfully considered. The place was stocked with every amenity you could imagine for beach activities—snorkeling gear, kayaks, fishing supplies—you name it. We snorkeled, kayaked, fished, swam, and explored so many beautiful beaches, and it was amazing to come back to such a comfortable and well-equipped home. The beds were super comfortable, the full kitchen made it easy to cook meals, and there was plenty of drinking water provided. Raj was an outstanding host—quick to respond and incredibly helpful with any questions we had. He also gave us tons of great local recommendations that really enhanced our trip. You can tell a lot of thought was put into making this a perfect experience. Highly recommend!

This was one of the most beautiful houses we’ve ever stayed at, the photos don’t even do it justice. The beach is right in front of the house, and it’s one of the nicest beaches on the island. The house has everything you’d need and feels so well built, especially given the location. Highly recommend!