The Bahamas villa rentals

Before you book a villa here

Nassau and Cable Beach hold most villa rentals on New Providence. New Providence is the main island in The Bahamas. Nassau is the capital, with the cruise port, the Straw Market, and downtown shops. Cable Beach sits west of downtown, along the beach near Baha Mar Resort.

This guide covers areas, group sizes, price bands, and booking timing. It applies to any villa rental in Nassau or Cable Beach.

The Bahamas drives on the left, so plan transport between areas. West Bay Street links Cable Beach to downtown Nassau. The drive covers about 3 km (2 miles).

Prices in this guide are described in bands, not in numbers. Each listing on this site carries its own price and the date we checked it.

Every fact in this guide is checkable. A price or a fee can change. Ask your provider for the current figure.

Areas for villas

Cable Beach runs along the north shore of New Providence. Hotels, condos, and villas line the beachfront. Baha Mar Resort sits in this area, with restaurants, shops, and a casino nearby.

Cable Beach Villa Six is a 3-bedroom villa with a shared pool. The beach sits a 5-minute walk away.

Cable Beach suits travelers who want beach access and restaurants nearby. Ask the provider for the walking distance to the nearest food shop.

Sandyport sits west of Cable Beach, on the same road. Canals run through this area, and some homes sit on the water. Sandyport suits a group that wants a quiet villa near a dock.

Nassau is the capital of The Bahamas, on the same island. Downtown Nassau holds the cruise port, the Straw Market, and shops on Bay Street. The historic district holds Parliament Square, the Queen's Staircase, and the National Art Gallery.

Villa rentals in Nassau sit closer to downtown attractions than to a beach. Nassau suits travelers who want downtown shops, museums, and the cruise port nearby.

Getting to your villa

Lynden Pindling International Airport serves both areas. Cable Beach sits about 6 km (4 miles) from the airport by road.

Downtown Nassau sits farther from the airport than Cable Beach. West Bay Street connects the two areas, a drive of about 3 km (2 miles).

A car helps for a villa outside walking distance of your area's center. Ask your provider if a transfer is included.

Suitability by group size

Villas list a bedroom count and a sleeps number. Match your group size to both numbers before you book.

A couple or a small family fits a 1 or 2-bedroom villa. A 3-bedroom villa suits a family or two couples who share. Cable Beach Villa Six sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms.

Larger groups need more bedrooms and more bathrooms per guest. Check the bathroom count before you book for a large group.

A group larger than 8 guests may need a villa with 4 or more bedrooms. Some groups this size book two villas in the same area instead.

A shared pool works for most groups. A private pool costs more and suits groups who want full privacy.

A couple often prioritizes a quiet villa with an ocean view. A family often prioritizes extra bedrooms and a full kitchen.

Ask the provider about stairs and single-story access, if your group needs either.

Price bands

Villas in The Bahamas fall into three bands: value, standard, and premium.

A value villa has 1 or 2 bedrooms and a shared pool. It often sits farther from the beach.

A standard villa has 2 or 3 bedrooms and a shared or private pool. Cable Beach Villa Six fits this band, with 3 bedrooms and a shared pool.

A premium villa has 4 or more bedrooms and a private pool. It often sits closer to the beach, with an ocean view.

A villa in Cable Beach often costs more than a similar villa in Nassau. Beachfront villas command a higher price across New Providence.

A private pool costs more than a shared pool. This holds for two villas of the same size. Ask the provider what drives the price.

A canal-front villa in Sandyport often sits in the premium band. A private dock adds to the price.

Each listing shows its own price and the date we checked it. Prices change on the provider's site between our checks.

What a villa includes

Most villa listings state what is included and what is not. Check both lists before you book.

A villa kitchen usually has a stove, a refrigerator, and basic cookware. Ask the provider if it also has a dishwasher or a coffee machine.

• Kitchen access
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• Air conditioning
• Pool access, shared or private
• Weekday or weekly cleaning
• Bed linen and towels

What a villa does not include

Most villa listings exclude these items. Ask the provider before you assume one is included.

• Flights
• Food and drink
• Airport transfer
• Boat trips

Booking timing

The high season in The Bahamas runs from December to April. Villas book up fastest in this period. Book 3 to 6 months ahead for the high season.

Hurricane season runs from June to November. Some providers offer free cancellation until a set date in this period. Ask your provider for the exact date.

You book a villa directly on its booking provider's site, such as Booking.com. The provider takes payment and sets the cancellation deadline.

Ask the provider when the balance is due. Ask whether a deposit is due at booking.

Questions to ask the provider

Ask these questions before you book a villa here.

• Is the pool shared or private?
• How far is the beach on foot?
• What is the cancellation deadline?
• Does the price include cleaning and towels?
• Is a car needed to reach food shops?
• What are the check-in and check-out times?
• Does the villa have stairs or single-story access?
• What is the Wi-Fi speed?
• Is there a dock, and can I use it?

Common questions

Do you need a car for a villa in Cable Beach? Cable Beach sits within walking distance of restaurants and Baha Mar Resort. A car helps for trips beyond the area.

Do you need a car for a villa in Nassau? Downtown Nassau holds shops, the cruise port, and the Straw Market. A car helps for trips to Cable Beach or the airport.

Which side of the road do you drive on? The Bahamas drives on the left. Most rental cars are left-hand drive, imported from the United States.

How do you book a villa here? You book directly on the listing's booking provider, such as Booking.com. The provider takes payment and handles cancellation.

What is the difference between a shared and a private pool? A shared pool serves more than one villa or unit. A private pool serves only your villa.

Does a villa listing include a car? No villa listing on this site includes a car rental. Book a car separately if you need one.

When is the best time to book? Book 3 to 6 months ahead for the high season, from December to April. Book with more notice for a large villa.

What is Sandyport? Sandyport is a canal area west of Cable Beach. Some villas there have a private dock.