Lovely tidal marsh views with short walk to secluded sandy beach

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

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Barnstable, MA

Barnstable Harbor
‪5 min drive‬
Cape Codder Water Park
‪8 min drive‬
Hyannis Harbor
‪11 min drive‬
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Lovely Cape house on an acre of land overlooking an ever changing tidal marsh. 5 min walk to quiet, sandy Bay side beach, perfect for kayaking, digging clams, swimming & enjoying spectacular sunsets. Ideal for children. Located at the end of a quiet country lane, the property borders the Audubon Society’s Long Pasture sanctuary which features nature trails, wildlife, and guided kayak trips to Sandy Neck & through the Barnstable marshes. (Summer rentals of one week or more include a one-year family membership in the Audubon Society) The house is about 1.7 miles from Barnstable Village which offers restaurants, gourmet coffee, and the whale watch boat which departs from the town pier. Some of the Cape's best beaches, restaurants, golf courses, bike trails & antiquing are w/in a short drive. The house features an outdoor shower, open floor plan, 20 ft sliding doors looking out on the deck & marsh. 4 bedrooms: 1st floor -king master & two twins; 2nd floor - 2 queen bedrooms each w/its own balcony w/marsh views & autumn views of the Bay.

Property manager

Sharon Bartley and Craig Stewart

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

For stays of less than one week, a fee of $50.00 per night for more than four guests will be added.

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number C0117910200

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Barnstable

Located in Barnstable, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Cape Cod Beaches and West Dennis Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hyannis Harbor. Cape Codder Water Park and Wild Animal Lagoon are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Barnstable, MA

What's nearby

Barnstable Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Cape Codder Water Park - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
Hyannis Harbor - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
Cape Cod Melody Tent - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
Mayflower Beach - 14 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

Hyannis Transportation Center - 19 min drive
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
‪Regina Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive
‪Not Your Average Joe's - ‬8 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely tidal marsh views with short walk to secluded sandy beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely tidal marsh views with short walk to secluded sandy beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely tidal marsh views with short walk to secluded sandy beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely tidal marsh views with short walk to secluded sandy beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary and Sandy Neck Lighthouse. Barnstable Harbor and Barnstable Superior Courthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

27 Aug 2024

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

Perfect Spot

Perfect spot for a classic cape getaway. The home is charming with abundant windows to let in fresh air, and air conditioners for when you need them. Quiet location with serene marsh views, and an easy walk to a secluded stretch of beach, perfect for exploring at low tide or to just sit and read a book. Kitchen was well equipped with all the basics. Beds were comfortable with extra linens. Hosts went out of their way to make communications easy and provide information about the house and the area.Would happily stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara M.

6 Aug 2024

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

Peaceful and rejuvenating

Our stay the 1st week in July was wonderful. The house was situated close to a stunning private beach and overlooked a beautiful marsh- we enjoyed interacting with wildlife such as birds and a mama deer/fawn. The outdoor shower was our favorite. Window AC units kept the house cool and comfortable. Plenty of beds for our family of 5 though we would have loved curtains in the master. We enjoyed eating on the deck overlooking the marsh. Very quiet and peaceful. Plenty of beach chairs/toys in the garage. We really enjoyed exploring Barnstable and surrounding towns. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

30 July 2024

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

Family vaca

Very nice

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

12 July 2024

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

Wonderful house in Barnstable

The house was beautiful! Extremely clean, very spacious for our family of six. Great indoor and outdoor space -- we loved it! The house had lots of amenities. Craig and Sharon were wonderful and attentive hosts. We had a wonderful time at the beach, Whale watching, shopping, hiking, and spending family time together. Great vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irena N.

5 Sept 2023

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

Comfortable stay

Very nice house, comfy furniture and enough appliances etc in the kitchen. View of the marsh is fantastic. Four bedrooms in total accommodated us very well. We were sad to go.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony m.

29 Aug 2023

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

Family Vacation

This house is in a special location and the views from the deck were beautiful. It's next to the Audubon Nature Preserve which is excellent with trails to beach and marshlands. House was clean and well stocked of all important items. Very quiet and idyllic spot. Enjoyed getting to know Barnstable and surrounding area. Nirvana Coffee near by was a favorite morning pitstop, Hosts were reachable and attentive.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

12 Aug 2023

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

Stay here for a memorable vacation

Charming house in a spectacular, secluded location. The house is equipped will all the amenities needed for a beach stay and for in-house entertainment. There is an easy walk to what is essentially a private beach as well as walking trails at the Audubon Center. Fond memories of morning coffee on the deck and gathering around the dining room table for meals and fun. Loved getting to know charming Barnstable Village.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 July 2023

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

Comfortable, spacious vacation home

This is a lovely property with absolutely beautiful marsh views. It is equipped with all the comforts of home and everything you need for a beach vacation. The bedrooms are all spacious and very comfortable with the best air conditioners. The house is located on a very pretty, quiet road right off of quaint Route 6A. It is an easy walk to the Long Pasture beach - we did it with a 6 and 7 year old. The owners are very friendly, kind and responsive. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for a rental property on the Cape.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

3 May 2023

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

We were 7 friends celebrating a 70th birthday.

The house was perfect for our needs— quiet and very comfortable, well stocked, bright and roomy. Right out the door are lovely places to walk. Thank you Craig and Sharon.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., Holden Maine & Orlando Florida

14 Oct 2022

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

Lovely home with wonderful views

This home was ideal for our extended family of 4 adults. Husband and I were in the master on the main level, sister and niece enjoyed the private bedrooms and shared bath upstairs. The kitchen was fully stocked with every utensil and appliance needed, we were able to cook some delicious meals, while watching the amazing sunsets. The location is secluded but easily accessible to everything (shopping, restaurants, etc). The trails at the Audubon Center (across the road) are a nice walk and take you through the woods and down to a sandy beach. We enjoyed our stay and I would love to come back here on our next visit.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter V., Kingston, NY

9 Sept 2022

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

Great place, beautiful location. The pictures don't do it justice.

We had a great time here, plenty of room, very clean and comfortable. The sanctuary was steps away and my children loved it there, great outdoor shower too! Hope to go back again, thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maura C.

5 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful location and spacious home

Everything about this property was wonderful!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

31 Aug 2022

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

Amazing property!

Craig's place is absolutely amazing! It had everything we could have ever needed. There is plenty of space in the house and the view from the back deck is great. The beach is a very short walk and the perfect place to spend the day. We had a fabulous time!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jackie B., Centennial, CO

1 Aug 2022

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

Lovely home, be aware of a few things

Be aware that nowhere in the VRBO listing on does it mention that you will be required to bring your own sheets and towels or pay to rent them. This is supposedly a MA law for COVID (which is silly because it's woefully outdated and you are still sleeping on pillows, other bedding that is not washed). I was not made aware of this when I initially rented. Be sure to confirm this before you pay your first payment. Also be aware that there are no curtains in the king bedroom. There is a lovely view from the windows, but at 515am every morning the sun came up and sleep was over. That's just too early for vacation! The other bedrooms have curtains. There could easily be shades or curtains that can be pulled fully out of the way to make the room more comfortable. The upside is that the a/c in that room is the best in the house. The kitchen had everything necessary for our stay, including everything for lobster eating. There is an extra refrigerator in the basement which was really handy since the one in the kitchen is a bit small for the house. There were all sorts of beach chairs, an umbrella or two, a wagon for the beach. Bug spray was provided/left by former guests. We primarily went to Mayflower beach since we had smaller kids in the group. Get there by 9am to get a spot! Order sandwiches from the Dennis Public Market - they were the best. We ordered lobsters from Peterson's Fish Market. We went to the Drive-In in Wellfleet which was fun. Chatham is charming and the Chatham Squire had the best lobster bisque of the week - we tried many. The home is lovely!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

29 Sept 2021

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

Great location and beautiful and comfortable home

We spent a few days on the Cape for a service at the National Cemetery. The location is central to everything we needed with plenty of restaurants and other nearby services. Just a few steps away is the beautiful Long Pasture Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuary with access to the beach. The home is comfortable and inviting and well appointed. The view from the dinning area, bedrooms and outside deck is beautiful. In all it was an excellent stay and would visit again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

16 Sept 2021

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

Relaxing getaway

This house is amazing. The pictures show exactly what you will expect in the house. The owners of the house were easily reachable which I really appreciate. The views off of the marsh early in the morning and late at night are literally breathtaking and are still gorgeous all day. The street that this house is on is so quiet and peaceful. There was more than enough to do within a short drive of the house, not to mention the fabulous restaurants close by! One thing to note, the King bedroom downstairs does not have blinds, which was fine for us having a toddler that wakes up early in the morning regardless, but something to note. We're already planning our next stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Peter Y.

25 Aug 2021

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

Great Location

This was an excellent cottage. It was quiet and close to lots of shops and restaurants. The views out the back over the marsh were great. Overall it was clean and comfortable. Craig was very communicative and helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

8 Aug 2021

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

Great House - Great location. House provides everything needed for a beach vaca.

We were 6 adults and an infant and house accomidated us well. Pleasent view of salt marsh from deck. Would not hesitate to stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

12 July 2021

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

Family time

Beautiful setting overlooking a salt marsh and a sandy beach is a short walk away. The home is spacious, well decorated, and has everything one needs to relax and enjoy being on vacation.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

5 July 2021

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

The ideal Cape getaway!

We thoroughly enjoyed how private and quiet this property was. We spent a week here with our three-year-old son who, on the morning of day three said, "did you know we have good days here?" which could not have been more accurate. The beach within walking distance was a delight, which we tended to catch at low tide which meant lots of exploration of clams, oysters, and snails. Arrival and departure were easy. Craig and Sharon were easy to communicate with and responsive. The house was in a great location with everything you could need within a 5 - 20 minute drive. The best part was Craig and Sharon's recommendations of restaurants, activities, and sights to see. We took full advantage of them and were never disappointed! Thanks for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

22 Sept 2020

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

September retreat

This was the nicest house we’ve ever rented in the Cape and one of the best mini vacations. The house exceeded our expectations. The views from the deck and balcony were spectacular. The beach is just a short walk down a path. After covid isolation for 6 months this was a welcome getaway filled with beauty and good vibes! Christine A.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa C.

14 Sept 2020

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

Perfect location, beautiful home

We couldn't have been more pleased with our stay at Craig and Sharon's house. The location is perfect for a quiet, tranquil getaway and the home is well stocked with kitchen items. We thoroughly enjoyed evenings on the porch overlooking the marsh and a couple of days on the beach which is within walking distance. A truly memorable and amazing getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

9 Sept 2020

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

Fantastic Stay During Challenging Times

Despite the week not being as we anticipated in light of the current pandemic, we truly enjoyed every minute of our stay here. The home was ideal for our two girls - aged 3 and 8 - with an abundance of indoor toys for a rainy day as well as the all-important beach toys which were well stocked and used extensively. The home was quiet, spacious, and ideally located just a few minutes from the calm Cape Cod Bay and adjacent to one of the premier Audobon properties. Centrally located on the Cape, we were able to head to the ocean side as well as up to Wellfleet for a movie at the drive-in one night. Finally, I can't say enough about how reachable Craig was when needed and the information provided on the area, recommended activities and restaurants, etc. that were invaluable to our stay. Above all, can't recommend this spot more highly for a family vacation. Hope to be able to make it back sometime in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sydney K.

8 Sept 2020

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

Relaxing and secluded

We had a great stay. House was very comfortable and had everything we needed and more, including a beautiful view of the nature preserve. Enjoyed sitting on the back porch for morning coffee. Nearby beach was a short walk away and had beautiful sunsets. Convenient location for excursions around the Cape.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

16 Aug 2020

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

Peaceful, Private Cape Experience

We had a perfect week at this beautiful home. The reviews we read were glowing, but they didn’t do it justice. It is more comfortable, more private, more accommodating to parents and their young children, and closer to an amazing beach than we had expected. We were nervous to travel during COVID-19, but the owners did a fantastic job of making us feel welcome and safe. It was a fantastic week!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

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Hosted by Sharon Bartley and Craig Stewart

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