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Side of cottage, deck with table, chairs, umbrella.

Driveway easily holds 2 cars, side driveway fits one car.

Year round porch w/screens during the summer, regular windows for off-season.

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9.2

Wonderful

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 646 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

North Eastham, MA

Campground Beach4 min drive
Thumpertown Beach4 min drive
Nauset Lighthouse9 min drive
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)39 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We had a great time staying at the hidden hideaway in Eastham! The house was exactly as listed, it was a super cute litt...

Rosie S.

Oct 16, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Enjoy this Hidden Hideaway in a prime, quiet location!

Enjoy every memorable moment this immaculate, 2-bedroom cottage situated on a private cul-de-sac, on a beautifully wooded 1/2 acre lot in charming North Eastham. This cottage is perfectly situated-off the beaten path, yet easily accessible to Bay and Ocean beaches, a fantastic bike trail, nature preserve, restaurants, ice cream, shopping, and mini golf.

LOOKING FOR A 3-4 GETAWAY BETWEEN JULY 31 AND AUGUST 4TH? WE HAVE THAT WEEKEND AVAILABLE!

Reserve time at your home away from home where you can relax and still be close to everything you'll need. Our professional cleaners pay close attention to all details as they disinfect and clean the cottage before and after your stay.

This well equipped cottage is the perfect escape; you could spend the entire time reading in the screened-in porch, relaxing in a hammock, or outdoors playing games like bacci ball or corn toss. But if you'd like to venture out, talk a walk down the street to the bay beach for a swim or a beautiful sunset. At night, grill up some seafood on our brand new flat top grill, or bring in dinner from a local restaurant within minutes of the cottage, roast marshmallows at the fire pit, and gaze at the stars.

Located on a private cul-de-sac, just 7/10 of a mile from sandy, family-friendly Cooks Brook Beach on the Bay Side and less than 2 miles from Nauset Beach and Coast Guard and on the Cape Cod National Seashore. This is a unique find due to this spectacular location and private lot! This is a non-smoking, pet free home.

Many upgrades are made prior to each rental season. Recent upgrades including new bathroom sink/vanity, new flat top grill, new HD Television with streaming capabilities, and others.

Quick summary: 2 bedroom, 1 bath, sleeps 5-6; large outdoor shower with separate changing area, deck, less than a mile walk to Bay Beach, approx. 2 miles to Nauset Light and Coast Guard Ocean (National Seashore) beaches; screened-in porch, fire pit, well-equipped kitchen, detached basement with washer/dryer, and more.

Among the the cottage’s many features are a spacious, screened-in porch with an vaulted ceiling; comfortable dining and sitting areas; private deck; large outdoor fire pit for barbecues or relaxing and savoring the quiet, star-filled evenings; fully equipped kitchen and a large outdoor shower.

Special rates for the Fall ~ fantastic times to be on the Cape! Quiet, no traffic, no crowds, lines or beach parking fees, comfortable temperatures, secluded beaches...

Off-Season rentals are very reasonably priced.
Our cottage is also available for off season long term rentals; please inquire for details.

Secluded Location: The cottage is truly a 'hidden hideaway.' Located on a cul-de-sac on a private sandy road, this 1/2 acre wooded yard allows privacy and safety.

Close to Beaches and Attractions. Prime location; very close to Bay and Ocean beaches, the bike trail, lighthouses, shopping, nature preserve, restaurants, and attractions. Also located 5 minutes from Orleans, 7 minutes from Welfleet and 20 minutes from Provincetown.

Two adult bikes, beach chairs, books, games and VHS movies are available for your use. The cottage has a great heater, so spring and fall are very comfortable and the cottage is maintained as if it were a full-time private home.

Guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Well cared for cottage with all the amenities in an incomparable location ~ don't miss this one!

Property manager

Cindy & Jim Mill

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please do not sit on the heater or put anything on the heater.

Garbage must be put at end of driveway before 6:30am Saturday mornings. Recycling must be put at end of driveway before 6:30am Monday mornings.

The top bunk bed is not suitable for adults.

Important information

You need to know

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

Property registration number C0604090240

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eastham

Located in Eastham, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Arnold's Mini Golf and Edward Penniman House and Barn are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.

View more Cottages in Eastham

North Eastham, MA

What's nearby

Campground Beach - 4 min drive
Thumpertown Beach - 4 min drive
Nauset Lighthouse - 9 min drive
Marconi Beach - 12 min drive
Nauset Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
‪Red Barn Pizza & More - ‬20 min walk
‪Papa Gino's - ‬11 min drive
‪The Knack - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy this Hidden Hideaway in a prime, quiet location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy this Hidden Hideaway in a prime, quiet location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy this Hidden Hideaway in a prime, quiet location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy this Hidden Hideaway in a prime, quiet location! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cape Cod Beaches and Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Cooks Brook Beach and Sunken Meadow Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.2

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Diane K.

26 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

Overall, my stay was good. The only thing that I was a little disappointed in was when I was looking online to find a house this one said that it had laundry. What it doesn’t state is you can’t get to the washer and dryer from the house. You have to go around the back of the house and there’s a seller door open from the ground. When I went to go try to use it. There are very heavy cinderblocks on top of the doors that open to the basement from the ground and I couldn’t even move them so I could not do laundry. That was a little disappointing, but overall everything else was OK. Diane K

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

18 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy retreat

Great location, truly a hidden hideaway, loved having an enclosed porch and a fire pit, and all the necessities, a typical Cape Cod cottage, would definitely like to return for another stay !

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie S.

16 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely weekend getaway

We had a great time staying at the hidden hideaway in Eastham! The house was exactly as listed, it was a super cute little spot in a lovely and quiet location. We especially enjoyed using the fire pit. You can also see a ton of stars up here! The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was stocked with dishes and utensils etc., there were lots of games puzzles and books for entertainment plus some movies for the tv. The host was very responsive and friendly as well, would definitely recommend this location!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Linda P.

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Outer Cape getaway

Quiet setting and close to beaches and Wellfleet restaurants.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice D.

9 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Cape Cod Cottage

This sweet little cottage provided us all the comforts needed for an enjoyable few days on the Cape! We found all the things we needed and very much appreciated the relaxed and unfussy atmosphere! Thank you for sharing your place!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alden B.

29 Sept 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A nice little getaway

We enjoyed our stay here! A few minor issues but nothing major. Could have been a little cleaner, and needs some updating. But overall it was a great little cape getaway spot and the owners were very communicative and accommodating. Fire pit was lovely. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

21 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we wanted

This place is a gem. It's not big and fancy - just cute and cozy. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well supplied. The bathroom is small but perfectly suitable and we enjoyed the outdoor shower, too. Turned the heater on a few times. We loved the biking - easy access to the rail trail & a sweet bay beach just a few minutes away. Easy drive to Brewster for good coffee & also P-town for more biking and fun. Great restaurants nearby. Will definitely come back again!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

jackie h.

11 Sept 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Pros and cons

Pros: very quiet location, enjoyed the close proximity to the (bay side) beach, we enjoyed walking down for evening sunsets. Sun porch was relaxing. Property owner touched base the day of our arrival which I appreciate. Cons: I feel that the property could use some updates- faucets are rusty/grimy with build up. Deck is black with age and needs power washing. Pictures are probably old as the deck and outdoor shower do not look like that now. Some of the throw pillows on the couch were dirty/stained. The portable AC, though a god send as we were there during record breaking heat and humidity, was not set up to automatically drain and had to be unplugged ( including the air house) rolled across the living room floor and then up and over the front door threshold in order to drain several times as it filled in about 2 hours. Plus no instructions left regarding the AC, we have no experience with that type of system so really had to figure it out for ourselves. Has potential for 5 star rating if it would present a little better. Maybe this says more about the cleaning staff than anything else.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic spot

We had a great stay as a family of 5. Listing is accurate with photos. We loved the screened porch and spent almost all our time there. Minor issues were handled quickly with homeowner. Overall a wonderful family week at the cape.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Richard F.

13 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic, Quintessential Cape Cod Cottage

If you are looking for the charm of “old Cape Cod” like we were, this is your place. The owners are committed to keeping the property neat and clean. It’s a short walk to the local bay side beach, It sleeps four adults quite comfortably and we would gladly return. We’ve been coming to the cape for nearly 40 years and have rented several homes and cottages. This is a bit more secluded than others and worth the stay. Enjoy!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

18 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location

My family and I enjoyed our stay at hidden hideaway. The nearby beach was closed due to bacteria —so we didn’t get to enjoy but it’s walkable. Cindy and Jim were responsive and welcoming.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

10 July 2023

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Great Week close to beach

We had a great time staying at Hidden Hideaway. Close to the beach but set back away from everyone

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

27 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off season Cape get away

Comfortable accomodations. Convenient to restaurants and several beaches. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

13 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

Property was as described and we had a nice stay. Hosts were very responsive to messages and questions.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

14 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, homey, well furnished.

Wonderful property.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhusha R.

13 Oct 2022

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Great stay with kids

We had a great time…the cottage is clean and well maintained. Love that had tons of games and children’s books that my kids enjoyed. Cottage is in a great location, it’s on a secluded road but minutes away from restaurants, beaches, trails and stores. I would recommend it.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Cynthia L.

3 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice stay

Well cared for home, that was smaller than expected. It was. a fine home base for us,

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Riva W., Stanfordville, New York

30 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Peace and Quiet

We were the only ones on this private little cul de sac the 2nd week in September. It was just the peace and quiet I've been searching for. And couldn't be more conveniently located. A quick trip up Route 6 to Wellfleet for my oyster po boy happy meal at Mac's on the Pier. A few minutes in the other direction to Hemmenway landing for a half day of kayaking. Or a quick trip to the supermarket and a shoe outlet in Orleans. The walk to the bayside beach is around 5000 steps or 2 miles round trip, and a really nice stroll through woodsy neighborhoods. The house itself brings me back to summer camp days. With an outdoor shower and screened in porch that were just fabulous. We didn't use the plentiful games or read any of the books, but I had just as much fun organizing them all, because who doesn't do a bit of nesting in a home-away-from-home situation? And while we also didn't cook in, it looked like there were pots and pans a plenty to do so. The bed was really comfy and so was the couch. It was perfectly cozy to curl up and watch tv at night. Oh, and the fire pit! A great view of the night sky. And lovely sounds of early fall insects chirping and an owl too, I think. We were bid farewell on our drive out by a huge flock of wild turkey. So nice to know that wildlife thrives on. Looking forward to more shoulder season stays at the Cape, in this perfectly peaceful place.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandi W.

23 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location !

We booked a last minute trip to Cape Cod and I was thrilled to find this little gem still available. Other then a glance I let the reviews be the driving force and booked. This was perfect for me as I am a sunrise junkie and the east ocean facing beach was less then 10 min drive with good parking at sunrise time and befire. The bonus is sunset on the cape cod side beach! I highly recommend Cooks Brooks Beach! It’s only minutes away and has nice parking. Be sure to be there when the tide goes out! I have never seen anything like it. You will have to look it up to read about it when you are there. Excellent learning op for kids and family. We also drove to the tower in providence and went up it, totally awesome and worth the trip. Barley Neck restaurant was amazing!!! Book a reservation, we got lucky going late. It will be years before I stop thinking of the warm cheese balls in that side salad and the beef tips. Amazing atmosphere and the kids also loved it. Last but not least my favorite part of the place was the outside shower! I used it every single time. Water pressure like a waterfall. If we return to Cape Cod we will be back to this house. Thanks again !

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Denise F.

16 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place ,great screened in porch

Cozy and cute. Best part is the screened in porch!!! Very close to beaches and activities and yet very private. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

5 Sept 2022

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Perfect weekend getaway

We had a great weekend relaxing and unwinding as a family. Cozy cottage in a Great location right in the middle of everything we wanted/needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Suzanne T.

16 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great location, cute tiny cottage

Cute cottage in a great location close to both ocean and bay beaches. It feels tucked away and hidden yet is very easy to get to lots of places. The hosts are super helpful and friendly; they were responsive to questions and checked in with us to see how things were going. The pictures are accurate but it's hard to tell from them that the main house not including the porch is around 500-600 sq ft - we had a chilly, rainy day when the porch felt too cold and damp, and it was pretty cramped inside with two rambunctious young kids! But on hot days when we could hang out on the screened-in porch it was a fine size for us. The screened-in porch was great and felt cool and breezy even when it was 95 degrees. The outdoor shower was really nice and we used it a lot (the bathroom shower is quite small). Washer/dryer worked well. Kitchen had everything we needed and more and was spotlessly clean when we arrived. Plenty of fans included and because of the shady yard we never needed the AC. Lots of games and a surprisingly large & good collection of kids books are included especially for elementary age kids. Furniture is either new or in very good shape. We didn't end up using the outdoor areas much but the fire pit and deck looked nice. Cook's Brook beach was new to us and it's perfect for little kids; we went every day and really liked that we could get down there so quickly when the weather improved. As a general note for other renters, I think the house is better set up for elementary age and up kids (we had to relocate some decorative items and small furniture like a glass-topped coffee table for our stay because of our four-year-old) but that's definitely not a house problem, that's an us problem, I just include it because I've found similar comments helpful when looking on VRBO. I'd recommend this cozy place for couples and small families with older kids, or small friend groups. It feels like you're staying at a friend's house, not a sterile rental company house.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

9 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cottage in Great Location

Our family had a great time staying at this cute Eastham cottage in a great location. We enjoyed reading and playing board games on the spacious screened-in porch and enjoying the ample outdoor areas, such as the fire pit and the deck! The owners were very responsive and an ease to work with. We had a great vacation on the Cape!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debby M.

9 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eastham

Property was as described and worked excellently for my family. Property owners were available for questions and responded promptly when I reached out.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Loni I.

3 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

best location

Tidy, easy and perfect location for beaches, restaurants and day trips

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cindy & Jim Mill

Our family of 5 is from Massachusetts and the New England area and moved for a job opportunity to Minnesota a few years ago. We still spend a few weeks every year in our cottage and have many good friends on the Cape who help take care of the cottage.

Why they chose this property

This cottage was perfect for us with our three young daughters. Secluded, safe, off the beaten path, quiet yet close to everything.

We searched all over the Cape for a few years before being fortunate enough to find this unbelievable place on the very best part of the Cape.

Being so close to the Bay and Ocean beaches along with the accessibility to Eastham, Orleans, Welfleet and Provincetown was important to us.

The outdoor shower was (still is) one of our favorite features ~ even in the Spring and Fall.

We built the fire pit in the front of the property and create many memories with our family, extended family and friends out there every year.

What makes this property unique

The attached screened-in porch and adjacent deck helped us get the kids to sleep and still stay up listening to music, entertaining friends, etc. on the porch without disturbing them.

Being so close to the Bay side beach (Cooks Brook) allowed us to make quick trips back and forth from beach to cottage and back, and made for tons of fun at both high and low tide for our whole family.

We are also able to enjoy the nearby Ocean beaches (Nauset Light, Coast Guard and Marconi) and make the most of our Cape Cod experience every time we're there. We make sure to catch a sunrise or two over the ocean every year since it's so close.

Nauset Ice Cream features unbelievable homemade ice cream and is only 5 minutes from the cottage. This was a definite plus for us ~ along with the incredible and nearby fish markets in Eastham, Welfleet and Orleans.

4th of July on Cooks Brook Beach is a ton of fun where you can watch fireworks up and down the Cape Cod Bay.

The yard is not grassy however it is large enough for running around and family games. Being on a cul-de-sac on a private road allows for a lot of space to play without any traffic. The trees on the property are perfect for relaxing in a hammock or Eno!

Last but certainly not least, the SUNSETS on Cooks Brook Beach (pictured above) are absolutely incredible and make for a nice evening walk before or after dinner.