Take a step back in time for a refreshingly sophisticated island holiday at the Ledgelets Cottage Collective. The serene atmosphere instantly lulls you into a soothing, restful state of relaxation. Wake to the chirping birds, and fall asleep to the choral tree frogs. The refurbished cottage interiors and pool terrace have been created with a modern vintage, boho-luxe vibe. To us, nostalgia is a very cool thing. Welcome, Pool House cottage awaits. The space The Pool House is one of two cottages in the Ledgelets Cottage Collective. It is the ideal setting for a relaxing retreat. This private cottage has a porch that is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee, or your evening cocktails, while the lush and well-cultivated subtropical gardens surround you. We encourage you to soak in the reality that you may have just found your own personal paradise. The Pool House features a master bedroom with king bed, equipped with 600 thread count linens, a spacious master bath with double vanity sinks, tub and shower. Expect all the comforts of home to afford you the opportunity to actually unpack and unwind in a civilized manner. Your living room and dining room is combined to create one comfortable space, and also offers an inviting view to the pool and gardens. From the living/dining room you move into your petite galley kitchen. We have made every effort to provide as many of the essential needs one would require in the kitchen. If you require an item that is not found in the cottage, we will be happy to get it for you! We have a provided a washer and dryer (with detergent and fabric softener) which is located just off the kitchen. You will also find a full BBQ grill available with utensils. While we expect you to explore our beautiful island, it is nice to sometimes kick back and watch a little telly, mellow out to your favourite tunes or just catch up on social media...all possible with cable TV, bluetooth speakers and wireless internet. The wireless signal will reach all areas of the cottage and around the pool. We have tried to think of all the necessary items that you will need while visiting. We have beach and pool towels available along with comfy robes and bath towels. You will also find a fresh supply of shampoo, conditioner, bath gel, soap, lotion and sun tan lotion...please use it, the strength of the sun can sneak up on you. Lastly, the pool area is shared with John and Alison and their daughter, Hinson. We hope you love relaxing around the pool as much as we do. And remember, the pool is now heated from November 1 to April 1. Guest access The Ledgelets is a 4.5 acre estate that has 5 residential cottages , a full maintenance facility, on site property caretaker, and the main house where we live. The Pool House is extremely private and secluded from the rest of the property and surrounded by lush subtropical gardens. As there are five residential cottages, there are also tenants on property. It is unlikely that you will have any interaction with them, but if you do, say hello. They are all great people, quite friendly and welcoming. Across the street from the entrance to The Ledgelets is our private dock. Our cousins use the dock with two fishing boats docked there. Captain Alan Card of the Challenger is one of Bermuda best-known captains and is available for charters. If you are into deep sea fishing, these are the guys to go with. Captain Andrew Card (Alan's brother) has been commercial fishing all of his life and can be found on the dock selling fish most afternoons. If you're in the mood for fish tales and some fresh local catch, Andrew would be happy to provide some for a small donation (the fish tales are free!). Other things to note Shortly after you make your reservation, Alison or I will do our best to contact you to discuss any wants or needs you may have. You may want to consider some of the following: Arrival/Departure - It will be quite helpful to have your flight information so that we can better prepare for your stay. The Pool House cottage will be available from 3pm on the day of your arrival. If we can accommodate an earlier check-in, time we will make every effort to do so. Taxi's are available at the airport, or we can organise a driver for you in advance. On the day of your departure, you will require at least one hour driving time to get to the airport and you should be at the airport at least 2 hours before your flight. Again, we would be happy to assist with transportation. We kindly ask that the Pool House be made available by 11:00am so that we can begin to clean and prepare the cottage for our next arriving guests. Should you require more time in the cottage prior to your departure, please let us know at the time of your reservation. Grocery Shopping - As you have a kitchen and grill for cooking, you may decide to dine on your patio one evening, perhaps even around the pool. As such, it is recommended to stop at the grocery store on the way from the airport and stock up on supplies. Most taxi drivers do not mind. Condiments and dry goods - We will provide and stock things like salt and pepper, herbs and spices, paper towels and other paper goods. Phone - We have provided a phone in the cottage for local calls only. Keys - Two sets of keys will be provided upon check-in. When leaving the property, please make sure you lock both doors. Heat and AC - we have installed brand new dual systems in the bedroom and living room. It can be quite hot in the summer and we encourage you to be as comfortable as possible. However, as electricity is very expensive on the island we ask that you only run the AC when you are in the cottage. There is generally a nice breeze and you do have a ceiling fan in the living room. While it is unlikely you will require heat...winter weather in Bermuda can bring some cold nights here and there during the winter months Security - While crime is a part of life in many areas of the world, we can do our part to try and reduce to opportunity. There are two cameras on property. Many of the property lights are on until 12:00am and we also have sensor lighting in the main parking lot. If you rent a scooter or electric Vehicle, we strongly recommend you lock it every where you go. Your cottage also has an in-room safe. We encourage you to put all of your valuables in the safe when you are not in the cottage. Area Attractions - there are a number of great activities in the area and encourage you to explore the island as much as possible. We are five minutes from the Port Royal Golf Course, which hosted the PGA Grand Slam of Golf for several years. Dockyard is a bustling community of its own with restaurants, museums, shopping mall and fine artisan crafts. We are also very close to Blue Water Divers and Somerset Bridge Water Sports. There are also a number of great restaurants, bars and clubs in the city of Hamilton. We would be happy to make suggestions. Railway Trail - we are also situated right on the old Bermuda Railway Trail. Once upon a time, trains connected the entire island. Now the trail is a little less traveled and a great place for to go for a run or just meander and take some pictures - the scenery is breathtaking. Trash/Recycling collection - Trash collection is on Mondays, and recycling collection is every other Thursday. We have provided garbage bags and a garbage bin outside in the back of your cottage. Please put your trash in there and make sure the lid is on. The ants can be relentless! Speaking of Ants, and other pests - we are a sub tropical island and with that comes a variety of insects! We make every effort to reduce their impact on your enjoyment by having regular pest control services. However, we ask that you do your part and help us by wiping down all surfaces, especially in the kitchen (cleaning supplies can be found under the sink). Do not leave any food on the counters or dirty dishes in the sink. If you do become inundated, we have provided some spray under the kitchen sink. Use it sparingly, as it is powerful. We do at times have mosquitoes and "no-see-ums"...they can be very annoying. Ah, the price of paradise!