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Historic 1780’s Beach House with Large Veranda! Nestled on Cambridge Beach!

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Somerset village, Sandys
  • Mangrove Bay
    5 min walk
  • Long Bay Beach
    10 min walk
  • Sugar Cane Point Beach
    12 min walk
  • St. George's (BDA-L.F. Wade Intl.)
    47 min drive

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About the area

Somerset Village

On the beach.Your stay at this Sandys Parish villa places you within a 10-minute walk of Mangrove Bay and Somerset Long Bay Park. Also, Long Bay Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Sugar Cane Point Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sugar Cane Point Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • King's Wharf in Dockyard - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Royal Naval Dockyard - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Port Royal Golf Course - 17 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Horseshoe Bay - 28 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • L.F. Wade Intl. Airport (BDA) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Frog and Onion Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bone Fish Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Amici - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Calico Jack's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Restaurant, Bar & Lounge - ‬5 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.

Historic 1780’s Beach House with Large Veranda! Nestled on Cambridge Beach!

Kitchen with oversized stove and oven, 2 x large fridges & two dishwashers as well as all the kitchen &equipment you will need to prepare a gourmet meal. Two grocery stores are a 5 minutes’ walk down Cambridge Road. Bus stop is 5 minutes’ walk. Air conditioning in all bedrooms. Stainless BBQ, large enough for a meal for 12 people. 2 x 55 led TV'S. Outdoor showers. Comfortably decorated and renovated with all the modern conveniences, the gracious old Bermuda home is a wonderful venue for a family reunion, or a getaway for friends who want to enjoy a tropical setting.


West End: Interesting places to see in the vicinity would include Dockyard. The extraordinary installation features a collection of spectacular buildings erected for navy re-provisioning in the very early 1800?s. The Maritime Museum out at Dockyard on Ireland Island has fascinating displays of items from Bermuda’s extraordinarily colorful past, fully restored. The Commissioners House is an iron structure with the most commanding view of the island to be seen anywhere- from end to end. Other handsome buildings now house art galleries, museums, cafes, artist’s workshops, theatres and pubs as well as a major ferry stop that will whisk you into Hamilton and on to St. Georges. Heading east by road towards Hamilton, you will be charmed with the town of Somerset- it has a post office and pharmacy, nice places to dine and little shops where you can re-provision while admiring the views and the mangrove-edged beach. Ely’s Harbour at Somerset Bridge has a small marina where you can rent boats and explore.

Railway trail / Restaurants: The Railway Trail is nearby as well, and offers a peek into Old Bermuda, as the trail wends away from the main road and past some fascinating old homes and farms with jaw dropping views. The grand beaches at Horseshoe, Warwick Long Bay and Elbow are a short bus or moped ride away and some are serviced public beaches with cafes, beach chair and umbrella rentals available. The Watford Bridge terminal is half a mile walk away. The local Supermarket is close by as well and spirits are sold until 9pm, and groceries can be purchased there until midnight or at the 24 hour store just 2 min walk. Casual dining can be enjoyed at the “Frog and Onion Pub” Bonefish Grill, Amicci's 10 minutes away at Dockyard or next door at the resort at Breezes on the outdoor beach restaurant. There are several take out options in walking distance right here in the village, and or you can get delivery service

Boat rentals: There is a boat rental a minute walk down the street at the dock in Mangrove Bay. Lasers, kayaks, Boston Whalers and all the snorkel gear you’ll need for rent is available there.They have experienced staff ready to advise you on the best cruising itinerary for the water sports adventure of your choice, with great fishing spots, waterside restaurants, ship wreck snorkeling, island picnicing and all kinds of water toys and more

We recommend Oleander Cycles as they have a kiosk next door at the Cambridge Beach Resort and Spa.

The house has two plugs to fast charge the electric rental cars, and I'll provide more info on transport and rentals once you've booked.

Property manager

Ben Fairn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee grinder
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathrooms

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4001 sq ft (372 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Historic 1780s Beach House Large Veranda Nestled Cambridge Beach

Historic 1780’s Beach House with Large Veranda! Nestled on Cambridge Beach! Reviews

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adult Sibling Gathering
Relaxing and lush oasis easily accessible to the island bus route. Host very responsive to all our needs. Full grocery store in easy walking distance. The area beach was close, inviting and private. Highly recommend for large gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
Great stay in Bermuda. With an extended family reunion, Ben was a great host for both houses and helped with details to make our stay easier.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Summer Getaway
Our family group of 13 had a wonderful week at Cambridge House. When we weren't out exploring the island or relaxing at the very close-by beautiful beach next door, we spent lots of time together on the large veranda, dining, playing games, and catching up. The grounds are gorgeous and well-maintained - we marveled at the night-blooming cereus and enjoyed watching the chickens wander about the yard. The house was clean, spacious, and well stocked. The owner was both attentive and helpful. All in all, a wonderful week in paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alliston H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Big House
The property was very beautiful. The outdoor amenities added a great benefit to being on the island. I would definitely be open to another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Beach Stay
Three generations (including grandchildren from 7 months to 4 years) enjoyed a week of fun in the sun. Ben was very accommodating and gave great recommendations for boat excursions, rentals for baby equipment, and local markets and restaurants. The short walk to the beautiful beach was perfect for all ages. The front porch was a central hub for relaxing, playing and meals. We would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

heidi h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Newport Bermuda race
We had a fabulous stay at this property. We were a large party of sailors and spouses. Cooked dinner every night at the house for 20+ guests. There was plenty of room for everyone and we thoroughly enjoyed the front porch! The beach was incredible, with beach bar and all! Would be a great property for a large family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th anniversary family celebration
50 years ago, we honeymooned in Bermuda and fell in love with the island. We wanted to celebrate with our children and grandchildren there to provide them with an opportunity to experience the beauty and magic of Bermuda. The property accommodations provided the 13 of us the ability to be comfortable and have sufficient space to make this goal possible. The ability to walk within minutes to beautiful Cambridge beaches, public transportation to easily get to the Dockyard and ferries to all points on the island. The porch was the perfect spot for our family dinners and recapping our activities of the day. Everyone was sad to have the beautiful week to wind to an end. Our children are already discussing about future plans to return and about the beautiful memories that they made over the last week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for friends and family to gather.
I organized an impromptu gathering for my wife's big birthday with friends and family coming from all over. Bermuda is a great location for this, lots of direct flights and generally perfect weather and great beaches. This property was perfect for us, gave us the elbow room to spread out and a great porch to hang out. We booked Crown Point Concierge to manage our logistics like airport transfers and tours, boat tour and private chef for our stay. I can't say enough amazing things about how friendly and accommodating everyone was from both the property and the Concierge team. Truly a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anani L.

Liked: Cleanliness
EXCELLENT AMENITIES. FROM WILD LIFE TO BEACHES IN 2 MINUTES WALK
We had a ball
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
We had a great week we got together from Philadelphia New York and Michigan to a beautiful house within a beautiful island we met nice warm people and enjoyed the sun and the closeness to the sea in summery great
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M., Castle Rock

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable location and and super property
We had 15 people for 10days plenty of room grocery store near by! Beautiful beach!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Wonderful in all regards. The nearby serene beach is very special.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2023
Ben the owner is wonderful. He went out of his way to help us any way he could. Gave great tips before our trip and even took us to the grocery store in his car so we could do the initial shopping order. He also even offered to take us again midweek. When our flight got cancelled due to weather he let us come back to the house for another night! Really great property manager. The house is big and most of the bathrooms have been updated. The big table on the porch is where we ate every meal. A quick walk to the beach was easy and the restaurant next store was great too. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Reunion & 80th Birthday Celabration
Ben and his team allowed us to leave our bags early so we could enjoy the nearby beach prior to checkin. Great house that accommodated all 10 of us with separate bedrooms and baths. Comfortable large kitchen and seating areas inside and out worked very well family gathering and birthday party. He made our stay very enjoyable by providing fresh water and responding to our needs with recommendations of island services and activities for the entire family. Very convenient location with close by grocery store, bus and the harbor for boat charter. Great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M., Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Holiday Ever
The property was even better than it looked and in a great location. Ben was brilliant, very welcoming and went above and beyond to help us. We had a mixed group of friends and my parents (age range 50 -75) but it was all perfect. House is very spacious, well appointed and its easy to get around and the beach is literally just out the back of the property. Couldn't have asked for a better place and will definitely be back. All 12 people from the party are looking to return! Fabulous!
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clive W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
The house was an excellent location for a family wedding at Cambridge beaches resort. The house accommodated all 15 people ranging in age from 3 -84. The steps leading down into the lower rooms were steep and care had to be taken. The house was super and had lots of character. And the Comunications with the owner was great and all the questions we had were answered quickly and fully. The grounds were extensive with coconut trees and bananas with birds visiting constantly.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway!
A perfect spot for a large family vacation - relaxed, beautiful, and an easy walk to the beach. Could not have been better!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norman G., Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay
We had a family gathering with all ages present at Ben’s property. He was very helpful in many ways both before we arrived and when we were staying at the cottage. The property is very spacious and is ideally located for the supermarket and the really great beach a short walk away through the garden. The outside terrace is a great place to sit and relax especially when it was hot and humid. Some maintenance is required to the property and Ben has this on his radar.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

myung n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house for a large group
Our family of three generations ranging from 73 to 7 years had a wonderful stay at this lovely, historic house. We were able to spread out throughout the large house such that everyone was able to have his/ her private space. The beach behind the house was perfect for the young children, the water was so clear and calm. It was extremely convenient to be able to use restaurant/bar of the nearby resort for those time when we did not want to cook. The local supermarket was easily walkable. The owner Ben was extremely helpful during the reservation process and very accommodating with the changes we had to make. We would absolutely recommend this lovely spot for a large gathering.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a family get together
This property worked very well for our family vacation. There was plenty of space and it was well equipped for all age groups. The front porch eating space was our favorite. Ben's recommendations and help was spot on and much appreciated. My only criticism was that there was an "extra person" charge shown at the very bottom of the listing. As the booking person, I wish this had been more evident in the listing information. Ben was honest when asked what the additional charges were for, but I had to ask.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historic home steps to the beac
Our family and friends group of 15 stayed at the Cambridge Beach House for a week in Sept 2021. The home is a beautiful historic house that is exactly as pictured. We were a two minute walk to a beautiful beach with beach chairs and umbrellas! The beds were all very comfortable and the kitchen was fully equipped for cooking. Ben our host was very accommodating, answering all of our questions prior to the trip very promptly and even got on a zoom call to answer any questions and provide recommendations. He also picked up our grocery order for us when we were still in quarantine! We did not take any of the public transportation due to it being shut down because of covid, but the house is close to the bus stop and also walking distance to the market. H2O sports is at the resort next door. We used Ricky's Transport to move our group around the island as well. You are the far end of the island with a 20 minute ride to Turtle Bay, 50 minutes to the airport and Hamilton and an hour to St. Georges. We did not find that the transportation was a negative because the ride through the island is beautiful and the home and Cambridge Beach make up for it. The Breezes restaurant next door provided a couple of wonderful meals. We also had food catered in from Fourways Inn and from IRG catering. Both meals were excellent. Overall, we recommend this rental for a large group to spend time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gordon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Hard to find a house that can hold 16 family members but this one did. Great location in terms of beach access. Ben Fairn was very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation spot for a family gathering!
Our family loved our stay at Cambridge Beach House. The charming, historic home was surrounded by lush green gardens and was only a short walk to a pristine beach. The home was spacious and perfectly set up for family dinners and relaxing out on the veranda. Boat rentals, the railway trail and grocery stores were all within walking distance. Ben was friendly and helpful in providing us with tips, insights and answering our questions. It was the perfect get away for a family! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katharine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome island !
Wonderful house, wonderful island, wonderful people! We will be back !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House for a big group
We had a great stay here--a mix of family and friends to celebrate my birthday. The house is beautiful, in a lovely garden setting, easy walk to a nice beach. The mix of beds and rooms worked well for a group that included couples, singles and kids. Ben the host was attentive and available, but not intrusive, and helped us figure out local transportation and groceries so that we could settle in easily and relax. The house is in a quieter part of Bermuda, kind of far from the action, but that was good for our group, and we all worked out how to use the local buses and ferries to get around and explore other places. We really enjoyed our stay!