Harrismith, a stunning coastal destination on the east of Barbados, offers a spectacular view of the blue Atlantic waves crashing against the rocks and reefs of the rugged coastline and is a haven for travelers seeking a serene holiday by the seashore. Enjoy the panoramic views of the landscape and tropical breeze on the clifftops where you may find locals engaging in clifftop fishing. Harrismith is conveniently located near all the popular bays and tourist attractions. There are several spectacular yet secluded beaches nearby, like Harrismith Beach, a small cove with a shallow lagoon protected by the reef, ideal for a refreshing dip. Long Bay, Shark’s Hole Lagoon, Bottom Bay and many more are also great places to visit. The popular Crane Beach, a beautiful pink sand beach with lush coconut groves, ideal for swimming, is also located in the vicinity. Revitalize your senses in this gorgeous tropical seaside destination at the top vacation rentals from Airbnb. Check them out below.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Beautiful villa with private garden (from USD 110)
Located at a three-minute walk from the picturesque Bottom Bay, this private villa with a family-sized pool and suntrap deck is a perfect choice for a relaxing tropical vacation. Enjoy your meals in the dining room fitted with Bahamian blinds to let the tropical breeze in. The villa has a comfy living room with a TV and Wifi and a galley kitchen fully equipped for you to cook your meals if you need to. The spacious villa accommodates six guests in its three plush bedrooms, two of which are air-conditioned.
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having the pool and ample patio space was an added bonuslovely air-conditioned house and pool exactly as described and at a decent pricewe loved the convenience of the poolwe just used it at night in our rooms to keep cool while sleepingwe had endless fun in the pool with our one year old who loved itCleanliness:
the space was cleanthe place was quaint charming clean and very peacefulthe unit is clean and has most cooking utensils you'll needthe house is beautiful the pool refreshing and spaciousHost:
the hosts were awesome as was the property managerjan the manager was absolutely lovely and very helpfuljan (property manager) was extremely helpful for advice and assistancejan the property manager was incredibly friendly and helpfulwhen the hosts recommend having a car i would definitely listenRead more reviewsLocation:
great location beautyful villa perfect place for holidaysi would recommend this location for any future airbnb bookings in barbadosnice pool and and close walking distance to a very nice beachthis accommodation is perfect to visit barbados it is situated in a quiet district close to beachesthe location is in a quiet residential area which is nice for relaxing
2. Budget villa close to Bottom Bay (from USD 35)
Looking for a budget rental near the beach? This villa accommodating two guests in its one bedroom is located only a 15-minute walk away from the popular and spectacular Bottom Bay. There is a kitchen where you can cook an occasional meal. Front and back patios allow you to relax and enjoy the tropical breeze. At a pocket-friendly price, this villa offers all modern amenities like Wifi, free parking on the premises and even free continental breakfast.
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nice room with a double bed and a private bathroom with nice showervery clean house wifi and everything you need to enjoy your stay on the islandCleanliness:
it is clean and orderly with a lovely back courtyardit is a very nice and clean house where he livesHost:
mike is a wonderful hostthe people were very approachable and helpfulmike ist an outstanding host - very welcoming easy to talk to and courteousthe host is a great help for those like us that have never been to barbados beforemichael is a very gracious host; helpful and knowledgeableRead more reviewsLocation:
bus is also available but we liked to be flexibleshort walk to some of the nicest beaches in barbadosa fantastic place in the rural side of barbados
3. Cupid's house rental 1 near beach (from USD 125)
Traveling in a large group and need a comfortable place to stay near the beach? Cupid’s House, located two to five minutes away from the nearby beaches like Harrismith Beach, Crane Beach, Fowl Bay and Bottom Bay and accommodating six guests on three beds in its spacious rooms, is ideal for you. The fully air-conditioned townhouse offers two bedrooms, a living room with a TV, a laptop-friendly workspace with Wifi and a functional kitchen for preparing your own meals. Additional amenities like beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, and a cooler are provided for a fun day at the beach. The host also goes out of his way to help travelers with free use of a car and a GPS-activated mobile phone during their stay. If you love surfing then this is the place to be as it is close by to several surfing spots.
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air conditioning in the house was lovelyeach room also has ceiling fan and there are 2 floor fans in lrbed was comfortable and every room had air conditioningthe apartment is spacious airy and has great wifi and airconthere are comfortable couches in the living room a tv with netflix and wifi that works greatCleanliness:
the house was very clean and quaintthe house was just as advertised and extremely cleanoverall apartment was clean and comfortablethe house was very clean and got a lovely interiorthe place was great spotless and with all you need insideHost:
kason was a wonderful hostkason was a great hostkason was a great hostkason was a gracious hostyou are a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a quite & safe country setting near public transportation if neededthe location of the house was fine as wellwe strongly recommend this location as it has easy access to stores airport beaches etcthis comfortable home is located in a quiet neighborhooda nice walk to the beach
4. Cupid's House rental 2 near beach (from USD 140)
Cupid’s House is located two to five minutes away from the nearby beaches like Harrismith Beach, Crane Beach, Fowl Bay and Bottom Bay. The spacious rental accommodates six guests in two bedrooms. There is also a small living room area with a TV, a laptop-friendly workspace with Wifi and a functional kitchen. Additional amenities like beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, and a cooler are provided for a fun day at the beach. The host also goes out of his way to help travelers with free use of a car and a GPS-activated mobile phone during their stay. If you love surfing then this is the place to be as it is close by to several surfing spots.
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the photos are a true representation of the interior of the apartmentone bed was a pullout couch bed which we were not certain we knew about before handthe house is very nice great air conditioningwe do wish there was a more powerful air conditioner in the living spacethe house was comfortable and fit our needsCleanliness:
the house is very clean and spaciousthe house was clean and comfortablethe house was really clean and organizedthe house was clean comfortable and exactly what the pictures showplus the house was very clean and quite spacious tooHost:
awesome host and very accommodatingkason is a great hostkason was a fantastic hostkason is a wonderful host and so is his wifekason as others have echoed was an excellent host from start to finishRead more reviewsLocation:
it's a safe neighborhood with a centric locationgreat location easy to get anywhereit's located in a quiet neighborhood just 15 minutes walk from the beautiful bottom bay beachoverall we were very pleased with the location and valuegreat for families and small close knit groups
5. Beautiful room with sea-view (from USD 60)
Located at a stone’s throw distance from Shark Hole beach, a beautifully secluded cove ideal for sunbathing, this newly renovated room in Lionhorse Holistic Retreat regales guests with a sweeping view of the blue Atlantic. Enjoy bathing in the sea at low-tide or go on a snorkeling adventure, this house is perfect for that dream vacation by the seaside. The ensuite room has a comfortable queen-sized bed with large windows from where you can marvel at the ocean view. You can also access the fully-equipped kitchen to prepare your meals. Amenities like Wifi, a washer, and free parking on the premises are also available.
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her and richard prepared an incredible healthy breakfastthe room itself was great too with private bath and with nice decorCleanliness:
clean beautiful and quitthe room is comfortable and clean and the house is beautifulthe room was nice; clean and organised and the bed was really comfortableroom was exactly as in the picture and very clean and cozymy bedroom and bathroom were cosy and cleanHost:
great host and lovely petsthank you for being such great hosts & making us feel right at homesuch a wonderful place with the loveliest host everoverall we were very satisfied with the accomodation and our host melamela and richard are fantastic hosts and even more important they are great peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
easy access using busgreat accommodation with close location to the airportpretty location is almost cliffsidethe location is beautiful right across from a picturesque and secluded little beachi highly recommend this airbnb location
6. Stylish villa apartment close to beach (from USD 84)
Enjoy the tropical breeze from a pool-side deck or have a barbeque in a beautiful garden - the perfect sea-side vacation beckons in this charming one-bedroom air-conditioned apartment located at only four minutes walking distance from Bottom Bay. Both the south coast and west coast beaches are within 20-25 minutes drive, so great food, shopping, and entertainment are all nearby. The rental offers one cozy bedroom with a king-sized bed or twin-bed options. There is also a living room that opens out to the deck area. The amenities on offer like an equipped kitchen, free parking on the premises, Wifi, an alfresco dining area, a beautiful tropical garden, and a pool add to your wonderful experience at this stay.
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the apartment itself has air con throughout safe etcthe beds were very comfortable (and the bedroom has great air conditioning)pool external patio and bbq were greati loved the outdoor space for having my breakfast and the pool for cooling downthe bathroom and kitchen/living room were also very niceCleanliness:
the accommodation was clean & well stockedbright clean comfortable and so very invitingher place was spotless and extremely comfortable for our needswe felt absolutely welcome in a clean place just as it was describedthe pool is brilliant and beautifully cleanHost:
diana is a relaxed hostdiana was a fantastic hostdiana was an excellent hostdiana is the perfect hostdiana and duke were literally the best host everRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful beach within close walking distancethe location is fantastic being 5 mins walk from one of the top 5 beaches in barbadoswe had a unique stay close to one of barbados' most beautiful beachesi took the bus one day and it was greatit was everything we expected - perfect location safe good presentation accessible
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7. Beautiful apartment
Adventure on your mind? Seashells apartment in Belair is the right choice for you! The rental is located at a 15-minute driving distance to the surfing haven at Freights Bay, Atlantic Shores, where you can try kite surfing at Silver Point, and if you are interested in more challenging surfing then 30 minutes of driving can take you to the famous Soup-Bowl beach in Bathsheba on the north-east coast. The popular beaches of Crane Beach, Bottom Bay, and Sharks Hole are also a short 5-minute drive away. After a long day of exploring the island, the Seashells apartment with two fully air-conditioned bedrooms provides all the comfort you need. There are a fully equipped kitchen area and a separate bar area in the living room. The open-plan living cum dining room leads to a covered veranda where you can enjoy a cool drink and soak in the salty tropical breeze.
Belair, Saint Philip, Barbados
30.92 km (19.3 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantAccommodates: 5
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the apartment is lovely with great viewsthe apartment was equipped with everything one would need to be comfortable and much moreHost:
the owners of the apartment and the property manager are very nice and welcoming peoplesusan and lu were lovely hosts happy to answer our questions and help in any wayshe was very accessible and was kind enough to set up a few groceries for us before arrivalsally susan and lu were very gracious and accommodatingthe hosts offer great communication and are on site in the lower level a big chunk of the yearRead more reviewsLocation:
we opted to stay with the location and were pleased with the decision) friendly local bar in quiet location
8. Top-floor apartment near beach
A clean and comfortable apartment within walking distance to beautiful secluded beaches in South-east Barbados like Dawlish Bay, Falmouth Beach, Shark’s Hole lagoon, and the famous Crane Beach, Tamarack Apartments in Belair is an excellent choice for a quiet stay by the bayside. This rental on the top floor accommodates four guests in its two bedrooms with four beds and it also has two bathrooms. There is an open-plan living cum dining area with a well-equipped kitchen. This area opens out to a large veranda from where you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Atlantic coastline. Basic amenities like Cable TV, Wifi and free parking on the premises are provided to make your vacation comfortable.
Belair, Saint Philip, Barbados
30.76 km (19.2 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantTop guest reviews
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wifi good signal generally in the apartment and balcony when using our android tabletthe apartment is really great the photoes completely are truejust a heads up there’s no a/c but the windows and wind kept it cool enough to sleepthe kitchen is definitely a cook' s dream excellent stainless steel appliances and kitchen equipmentthe apartment was clean adequately appointed has a large deck with a wonderful constant breezeCleanliness:
appartment is clean and well maintainedit was clean and roomythe apartment was clean and spaciousthe apartment is clean and very spaciouskitchen spacious clean and well equippedHost:
the service was friendly and welcomingthe property manager lulu was friendly helpful and unobtrusivethey were so friendly so helpful but respected our privacylocals are very wonderful kind attentive beautiful always ready to helpyou and lu were a great host who made it very easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
great size rooms very close to the beachthe neighborhood is very calmthe place was very nice i loved the location very peacefulworld class beach stunning scenery and only 2 minutes by bus or 20 mins walk from the flatthe location is quiet and peaceful and a good base for exploring the island
9. Ground-floor apartment near beach
A clean and comfortable apartment within walking distance to beautiful secluded beaches in South-east Barbados like Dawlish Bay, Falmouth Beach, Shark’s Hole lagoon, and the famous Crane Beach, Tamarack Apartments in Belair is an excellent choice for a quiet stay by the bayside. This rental on the ground floor accommodates four guests in its two bedrooms and has two bathrooms. There is an open-plan living cum dining area with a well-equipped kitchen. This area opens out to a large veranda where you can relax on the hammocks and enjoy the Atlantic breeze. Basic amenities like Cable TV, Wifi and free parking on the premises are provided to make your vacation comfortable.
Belair, Saint Philip, Barbados
30.76 km (19.2 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & RestaurantTop guest reviews
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iron to press clothing blow dryer for hair carethe bottom floor apartment doesn't have a water view but is still a nice area for breakfastoverall lovely place -- serene porch fantastic kitchen and comfy sofareal heaven lulu (lady who's looking after apartment) was very helpful and friendlythe apartment is spacious comfort full equipment peaceful neighbourhoodCleanliness:
everything was clean and well stockedthe apartment was very clean spacious and contained everything i required for my staythe apt was really big and cleanthe house is clean and they have beach chairs towels and coolers which are very handythe apartment is huge spotlessly clean very well equipped and comfortable and it's in a quiet friendly neighbourhoodHost:
amazing hosts perfect houseshe was very kind and accommodatingthe hosts are very communicative friendly and informativethe host was the best and available totally and had all the answers and very resourcefulthis is a great rental with kind owners and staff rent itRead more reviewsLocation:
great location if you want to be away from all the busy tourists spotsmost people however do choose to rent a car so this is a perfect location in that caseit is ideal place for small familyfar from much but close to a beautiful beach in a nice quiet areathe location is excellent so close to the sea and in a quiet neighbourhood
10. Traditional villa near beach
Astra Villa, a spacious and beautiful traditional villa in Long Bay, is a perfect place to stay for exploring the beach-life in the eastern coast of Barbados. Located delightfully near the popular beaches, the villa is five minutes from Crane Beach, a 10-minute drive from Bottoms Bay, a 10-minute drive from Fouls Bay Beach and short walks away from the secluded Harrismith Beach, Shark’s Hole lagoon, and Sam Lord Beach. This spacious villa decorated in cheerful Caribbean decor accommodates six guests in its three bedrooms and it also has two bathrooms. The villa has an open-plan living room with a TV, Wifi, and a dining room area. There is a well-equipped kitchen as well. Enjoy the magnificent ocean view from the upper deck or go for a refreshing dip in the villa pool surrounded by a beautiful garden area – you are sure to create ever-lasting memories of this vacation.
Long Bay / St-Philip, Barbados - WI, Barbados
30.55 km (19.0 mi) from Animal Flower Cave & Restaurant
Tranquil holiday in a stunning coastal destination
Harrismith, a stunning coastal destination in east Barbados, is a haven for travelers seeking a quiet holiday by the sea. This is an excellent location to make your base for exploring the island as it is conveniently located near all the popular bays and tourist attractions. Pick from our list of top vacation rentals in Harrismith according to your preference.
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