Waterfront vacation rentals in Holetown

This location is a hidden gem and exceeded all expectations. Literally the beach is at your doorstep and is not crowded like other beaches. The flat is lovely as well as the gardens are well maintained. I loved it and will definitely be back and recommending to friends. Thank you.

Lovely 2 bedroom/2 bath unit within the Glitter Bay property. The unit is under new ownership since we stayed there in March 2019 and its been completely and very well renovated since our last visit. White floors and comfy white living room and patio furniture, well equipped kitchen, nice bathrooms, good washer and dryer — everything felt and looked clean and well maintained. Only downside is that there is only one tv in the unit, in the living room; with older children traveling with us, it would have been nice if the bedrooms had televisions and the one in the living room had been a bit bigger. The unit has a nice view of the property and a peak of the ocean from the wonderful enormous covered terrace. There was housekeeping everyday but Sundays and they did an excellent job. For those who haven’t stayed at Glitter Bay before, the property is on one end of a lovely 1/2 mile white crescent beach with relatively calm waters — think snorkeling vs. boogie boarding. Lots of water activities (jet skis, sailing, kayaking) are easily available or can be arranged at the Fairmont. A small bar/restaurant is on site during the day and there is a beach attendant who provides beach/pool towels and, with your input, assigns you lounge chairs for your stay so there is no need to run down to the beach early in the day to put your stuff on beach chairs to “reserve” them; there are also plenty of umbrellas at the beach to provide shade during the heat to the day. For those who like swimming pools, there is a good sized pool for laps and kids to play in as well as a nice kiddie pool. Next door is the very high end Fairmont Royal Pavilion. While not cheap, they have a good restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner which overlooks the ocean. Farther down the beach is the Lonestar Hotel and Restaurant. It also serves a lovely breakfast, lunch and dinner by the beach but is a bit fancier than the restaurant at the Fairmont and quite pricy. It is easy to walk about a mile or take the public bus/drive/taxi into Holetown. There is a very well stocked Massey’s Supermarket, for those who need supplies and/or want to cook while staying at Glitter Bay, as well as a liquor store. Limegrove shopping center has a number of upscale show and restaurants. Good restaurants in Holetown include Nishi, The Mews, and Fusion Rooftop, with Paul Owen’s Beach House just outside of town. The area around Glitter Bay is relatively low density and low key compared to the areas closer to Bridgetown or Oistens. We really love it and hope to go back to Barbados and stay at Glitter Bay #207 again next year.

Had a great stay at Anthony's place great host and accomodations. Fantastic location walking distance to great beaches and restaurants would have no problem to stay again or reccomend his place. Thanks

We had a fantastic stay in Bathsheba. The place was spotless, and the location couldn't have been better, convenient to everything we wanted to explore, I recommend Andromeda Gardens close by. Gene Marva was incredibly friendly and welcoming, making sure we had everything we needed. All amenities were in perfect working order, and we had absolutely no issues during our stay. Excellent value for money. Highly recommend! Thank you for a lovely stay.

We loved this tastefully decorated and restful Villa and have already booked it for next year. Chanel and her team were so helpful, proactive and caring. She even came to our rescue when our flight was cancelled and we needed to extend the stay. Pool was lovely and quiet and the people we met around Schooner Bay were very friendly. Can’t wait to come back!

My family of four had a wonderful stay at Todd & Barbara’s place. It was so peaceful. We felt very safe in the area. They also have a car you can rent which I recommend if you want to explore the island. There are plenty of food options that are close and a beautiful beach perfect for swimming just a few minutes walk down the road. Barbara arranged a taxi for us to the airport day of departure. We would definitely stay here again.

We decided Edgewater would make a great place to start our Barbados adventure - we were not wrong! Standout were the views of the beach and sea, together with the soothing sound of each breaking wave coming ashore. Edgewater itself had lots of space and areas to relax. The plunge pool provided welcome relief to the sun. Debbie was a great host and gave us a personal tour upon our arrival. The rum punch and welcome pack was much appreciated. We loved this place and cannot recommend highly enough.

Liz’s place is wonderful! End unit so lots of light and privacy. Nice clean little pool that we used daily to cool off. Rarely too crowded. You do share the backyard with the other tenants, which was actually lovely because we’ve made many new friends. And the beach is perfect! You can step down to the beach using the stairs in the backyard. We walked the entire length of the beach each morning. There’s a little bit of Coral right in front of the steps, but you can go in to swim either to the left or to the right just a few steps away. Our beach was fun because we had some nice waves to play in, but if you want a calmer beach you can catch one of the buses out front and go over to Carlisle Bay. There are two nice grocery stores in walking distance and it’s quite easy to walk over to the St. Lawrence gap where there are lots of lovely restaurants. There are other restaurants in every direction in walking distance. We never needed to rent a car.

Lex’s place had it all. There is a beautiful beach right outside the back door, it’s walkable to a grocery store, several cafes and bars and the Friday fish fry. We also could grab busses right outside the house to get to Bridgetown for more beaches and restaurants. Walking around felt safe (well lit) but of course be aware of your surroundings and the cars wiz by so be aware of where the sidewalks are. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space. We loved how there were lots of towels and pillows! The only thing to prepare for is that the second bedroom gets traffic noise so maybe bring earplugs if you’re sleeping in that room.

Salty Toes is a real gem! It is located close to a number of fabulous amenities including a grocery store and restaurants, while being literally right on the beach. There is nothing like waking up to the beautiful clear blue ocean on your doorstep and going in for a swim so easily.

We had a wonderful stay at Davids house in Feb 2025. The house is beautiful and the photos don't do it justice. The sitting room and kitchen open directly onto the deck area the surrounding gardens are beautiful and relaxing with lots of visits from birds and there is a sea view from the deck and outdoor seating. The pool is a great place to cool down, it's too shallow to swim in but it has ledges to sit and chill out. The kitchen is very well equipped and clean. The bedrooms and bathrooms are a good size all with air-conditioning. The house is on the outskirts of a traditional town where locals live, it's not polished like Holetown but it has a charm and the locals are friendly and the rum is cheap. I recommend Joan's Snackette & Bar for roti on Wednesday. We walked a lot, the house is about 40 mins to Speightown parts of the road don't feel very safe so I would recommend a car. There are plenty of busses running between all the towns too. We will defiantly be booking again

We had an incredible stay at this beautiful property! The seclusion was exactly what we were looking for, offering a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle. The place was perfect—cozy, well-equipped, and surrounded by nature. Ruth and Chris were amazing hosts, making sure we had everything we needed and ensuring our stay was comfortable. We truly enjoyed every moment and felt completely at home. If you're looking for a relaxing getaway in a serene setting, this is the place to be. Highly recommend it to anyone seeking tranquility and a unique experience. Would love to return!

Chris was a great host, very welcoming and responsive throughout our stay and was kind enough to accommodate our request on the last day. Place is exactly as per the photos, clean+had all the necessary items to make it a comfortable stay. We loved the fact that, although we were six adults, the space never felt small — loved the 2 bathrooms, and 2 separate showers + each room had a little en-suite vibe (working sink + mirror). The patio was spacious: the best hangout spot. Beautiful stretch of beach: very peaceful. Beach chairs were useful but very old, and some broken. The only downside of our stay, was that the six of us got eaten alive by the amount of mosquitoes/sand flies/no see-ums (not quite sure what it was) but in my 12 years of coming to Barbados (always around the same time) never had so many bites. No mosquito nets in the home. Reco: Highly recommend using mosquito repellent to avoid the pain. Overall would recommend this space for a great stay!

Very friendly and communicative hosts! Beautiful ocean view from the front porch and convenient walking to beaches, local restaurants, cafes, and shopping. Would stay again!!

we had a wonderful stay. Everything was perfect - accomodation in quiet location very close to Miami Beach and shops / bakery. comunication with Alicia and Mark was excelent - very friendly and helpfull. appartement was very good equiped and clean. Thank you for wonderful experience and hospitality

Our Property Manager Preetam was amazing to work with. The property is new and beautiful. The unit was well decorated and the property is right in the beach! There is a pool on the roof and one in the ground floor. The staff at property was very friendly and accommodating. The building was pristine! We love being in St. Michaels. If you have a car, it’s a great location between the south coast and St, James. The unit was well stocked with basic food items and soft drinks and a small bottle of local Rum. There is a distillery within walking distance from the property and a water park in the bay with Jet Ski and Paddle Boards available for rent. Great Value, we will be back for sure! Highly recommend.

Lovely accommodation in a great location for St Lawrence Gap. Becky was brilliant with information and communication. Would definitely recommend and look to book again in the future!

Mary was so communicative and helpful both before and during our stay! She made visiting a new country a breeze. And that view just can’t be beat!

Rosann and Doug’s beautiful condo was just what we needed for a magical week in Barbados. It was spotless, the beds were comfortable, and the AC worked really well. The view of the ocean from the front was excellent. The pool was a great place to relax beside in the afternoon. The boardwalk out front made it easy to get to restaurants and a grocery store. To swim in the ocean, there are a few places out front to swim around a bit, but we went to Browne’s Beach every day, a short ZR bus trip down the road, where the swimming was great.

Peter’s place is in a lovely location and is bright and spacious. It is just like in the photos, but the view is even more spectacular. Peter is a responsive and hands on host. There is a bar across the street which played very loud music until 11 pm most nights we were there. It’s not something within the host’s control of course, but just wanted to raise this for other families. We enjoyed our stay!

This condo was a wonderful slice of paradise! Janet was terrific to communicate with, and she gave us some valuable advice to make our holiday more enjoyable, such as the tip to make restaurant reservations for our stay as soon as we arrive. The condo itself is very thoughtfully appointed to the last detail. Everything about our stay was great. We would love to come again!

What a wonderful place in a fabulous location. Close to restaurants and grocery stores ( walkable) but also beach- centric. The house itself was beautiful and well appointed with many extra kitchen supplies. The deck was beautiful and overlooked the beach and Baia restaurant. Just down the street from the fabulous caboose. Appreciated the towels, beach chairs, and snorkels/masks. Parking was convenient underneath the building. Volney cleaned the place spic and span! Thank you, Richard, for the fantastic place to stay.