Title: Idle a While Beach House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6050167&destination=Oistins%2C+Christ+Church%2C+Barbados&selected=92947173&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Idle a While Beach House ## Photo gallery for Idle a While Beach House ![Property grounds - Idle a While Beach House (Oistins)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92950000/92947200/92947173/25edffd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Idle a While Beach House (Oistins)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92950000/92947200/92947173/f031b4c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Idle a While Beach House (Oistins)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92950000/92947200/92947173/52b59951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Idle a While Beach House (Oistins)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92950000/92947200/92947173/c327bc72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Idle a While Beach House (Oistins)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92950000/92947200/92947173/d5c8806c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step directly onto the sand and surf from Idle a While's back deck, where beachy vibes await. This charming beach house offers secure parking, a laptop-friendly workspace, and allows pets to join in on the fun. ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 511 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Idle a While Beach House 2025 SUN & SAND DEAL: Save 30% on all dates booked from 1 MAY 2025 to 1 NOVEMBER 2025 (discount applied automatically at checkout). BOOK NOW to avoid MISSING OUT on your dream Barbados holiday complimented by our 5 ⭐️ service. Idle a While beach house is located directly on the beautiful sands of the South Coast Beach - step off the back deck straight onto the sand and surf! There are 2 single beds in each of the 2 bedrooms which can be pushed together to become large doubles - please request your bedding configuration while booking. There is also a futon couch in the Lounge room, allowing a total of 5 guests to sleep at Idle a While. There is a laptop friendly work space and we allow smoking ONLY on the outside deck. House trained pets are also welcome. There is also secure, gated parking for 1 car available for guests at Idle a While. It is a 1 minute walk to a large Massy Supermarket, a 2-3 minute walk to Oistins Fish Market and Fish Fry, and is 3 doors away from Surfers Cafe. Checkin is not permitted without the full Security Deposit of £1,000 being paid. We pre-authorise your card 1 day before check-in. For cash deposits, please let us know at the time of booking. All guests are required to sign the inventory list on arrival and departure. If you have any questions at all about your stay in Barbados, simply ask! We love to share information on all of the amazing things to do on the island. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking (max 1 space) ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35490000/35488900/35488815/b0c04435.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White Sands G4 Speightstown - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=35488815&PinnedHotelID=35488815&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34430000/34424400/34424396/b1475704.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barbados St Lawrence Gap Three Beds Oistins - Air-conditioning - Parking available 8.6 Excellent 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=34424396&PinnedHotelID=34424396&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106230000/106228800/106228787/eefbc90e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Delightful-3 bedroom with AC and Wifi near Oistins, St Lawrence Gap Graeme Hall Park - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=106228787&PinnedHotelID=106228787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39830000/39828300/39828284/7bf606ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront 2-Bed Condo with Plunge Pool - Indramer 1 Worthing - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.8 Exceptional 58 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=39828284&PinnedHotelID=39828284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37879700/37879685/0e962cfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Opp Sea, 5b Beach, Boardwalk, Restaurants and bars - 3 Bed 2 Bath Christ Church - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=37879685&PinnedHotelID=37879685&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30100000/30094500/30094423/537c74cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SEA SIDE LOCATION, STEPS TO A SANDY BEACH AND SWAYING PALMS! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 520066 ## About the area Located in Oistins, this apartment is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Miami Beach and Dover Beach. Oistin's Friday Night Fish Fry and Barry's Surf Barbados Surf School are also worth visiting. 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