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Walk to Onset Beach Victorian - Memorial Day Avail & SPECIAL PRE-SEASON RATES!

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Front of the house. Victorian house built in 1880. Modern interior.
This breathtaking view is literally right around the corner from the house.
Seating area in primary bedroom by window with water view when leaves fall.
Starfish bedroom nestled in Victorian turret. New Qn mattress w/cooling topper.
Small beach 4 houses down. Spectacular beach over bridge after 4 more houses.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wareham, MA
  • Onset Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Shell Point Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Water Wizz
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Onset Beach Victorian - Memorial Day Avail & SPECIAL PRE-SEASON RATES!

GOOD SUMMER 2025 DATES STILL AVAILABLE - INCLUDING MEMORIAL DAY AND LABOR DAY WEEKEND. July Weekday Pockets w/special rates.

Onset is a charming coastal town known as the "Gateway to Cape Cod" as it is the last town before crossing the bridge to the Cape. Centrally located between Boston and Rhode Island and only 20 minutes to historic Plymouth, it a convenient location from which to explore New England. 6-minute drive to Mass Maritime Academy. Less than 15-20 minute drive to upper Cape Cod: Bourne, Falmouth, Sandwich. And just over 30 minutes to Mid-Cape towns such as Hyannis, Dennis, and Yarmouth. (Times do not factor in traffic conditions)

For families members having trouble with stairs, there is one bedroom and full bath on the first floor as well as a sleeper sofa in living room. 2 Bedrooms and another bathroom on 2nd floor.

Very short walk to Onset Village (family-owned restaurants and year-round festivals) and pristine Onset Beach. Open floor plan on main floor perfect for vacations, Cape Cod wedding guests, and out of town family. There is a small neighborhood beach 4 houses down that is perfect for families with young children. Then a larger beach another 4 houses down. Onset is on Buzzard's Bay so the water here is warmer and calmer than typical ocean tides and has soft sandy beaches (less rocks but great shell collecting). Walk to kayak and boat rentals, Cape Cod Canal Cruises, and the Water Wizz seasonal water park is only a 5-minute drive.

We have received many compliments on the coastal theme, providing a relaxing retreat as soon as you walk through the door. Gorgeous wrap around covered porch to enjoy your morning coffee, evening cocktail or gaze upon Onset's spectacular, colorful sunsets. Turn on the fairy lights for added sparkle at night. Loaded with amenities: hot/cold outdoor shower, beach cart, beach chairs, beach towels, cooler, patio, gas grill, full kitchen & laundry, indoor fireplace, jetted bathroom tub, and all bedrooms and living room are equipped with smart TVs.

There is a lounge area outside for anyone wanting quiet time in the coastal air (or teen refuge) with a good book or simply an afternoon nap amongst the outdoor decor and seashell landscaping. Ever wanted to test a Tempur-Pedic mattress before purchasing? This is the ideal opportunity as the downstairs bedroom has a new one for you to try. Enjoy our coffee/tea bar with to-go cups to fuel up and begin your adventures. Pack and Play, toddler utensils, booster seat and childrens books available onsite. Two private parking spaces in the driveway and street parking on a first come basis. Set up with everything you need for a short or long-term stay.

The Zandy Castle, is named after my mother Sandy. It was built in 1880 - exterior Victorian charm with a modern interior. Onset was a seaside resort in the Victorian era for wealthy Bostonians. You will still see Victorian homes sprinkled around town today. The Zandy Castle was presented with a plaque from the Wareham Historical Society which recognizes historical homes with unique period architecture.

Since we want you to truly relax and enjoy your vacation, there is no laundry list of "chores" to do before checking out. Afterall, isn't THAT what the cleaning fee is for?

Your stay at the Zandy Castle is our top priority and we will go out of our way to ensure you have an amazing experience! Though it is only a short drive to the upper Cape, you can enjoy all the benefits of a Cape Cod vacation without the crowds and the traffic. As the locals say "it is better before the bridge".

Property manager

Melissa and Michael

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If smoking outside, must not smoke near the door. Safely extinguish cigaratte butts in water. Do not dispose of them anywhere on the property.
If utilizing baby/child gear such as pack and play, booster seat etc. Must wipe down and put away before checking out.
No parties. Music is ok as long as the volume is not so loud as to cause a disturbance and observe quiet hours for the town begin at 10pm.

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 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 C0379333100

About the area

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Wareham, MA

What's nearby

  • Onset Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shell Point Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Water Wizz - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Massachusetts Maritime Academy - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Swifts Beach - 12 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 4 min drive
  • Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Onset Beach Patio and Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Papa Gino's/D'Angelo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Onset Beach Victorian Home - 2025 Now Open! 6 Min Drive to Mass Maritime pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Onset Beach Victorian Home - 2025 Now Open! 6 Min Drive to Mass Maritime?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Onset Beach Victorian Home - 2025 Now Open! 6 Min Drive to Mass Maritime?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Onset Beach Victorian Home - 2025 Now Open! 6 Min Drive to Mass Maritime located?

Situated near the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Onset Beach and Shell Point Beach. Porter Thermometer Museum and Water Wizz are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Awesome Rental!

House was phenomenal it had everything we needed for our stay in onset. It was close to the beach the restaurants. The owners were very communicative and excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta K.

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

Girls' trip!

The house is beautiful. The owner is very easy to work with. The town is quaint with many walkable restaurants, beaches, and shops. We loved this trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Excellent rental

Rental exceeded expectations and owners were wonderful throughout the process. Great location with lots of things going on during our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

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

Superb!

3 nights at Zandy Castle, felt like 3 weeks and we were very sad to leave. The home is beautiful, lots of little details, special touches, that made the difference from other rentals on our roadtrip. Wouldn't change a thing, and would not hesitate in recommending to others. We have never stayed in the area before, and staying in October meant it was quiet, but that is what we needed. Just beautiful - thank you Melissa!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Charming Property & Great location

Perfect location and a clean, charming property to explore Onset, Cape Cod and Boston. Every amenity needed was at our disposal and the host was very flexible and checked in several times during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charming Castle

We have stayed at 4 VRBO properties in Onset. This was by far the best decorated, most comfortable, best equipped home we have been to. Location is fine - just a short walk to the village. Parking can be a real problem in Onset, but this property has an excellent driveway which easily accommodates 2 cars (people familiar with Onset will recognize this as a very valuable convenience).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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

Great location and one of the best hosts I have ever dealt with

The home is exactly as it appears on the listing. The beds were very comfortable and anything you may need is in the home. Onset is a very cute little town and the main town center is in walking distance. Anything else you may want to see in or around Cape Cod is very drivable. We visited Plymouth one day and Falmouth another day. The other day we stayed in Onset and enjoyed a canal cruise and the beach. Great visit to the area and Melissa was one of the most thorough, helpful and responsive hosts I have ever worked with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Best VRBO Rental!!!

This was, by far, the best VRBO experience we have had. The location was perfect for us as a home base to explore Cape Cod and the surrounding areas. The historic house itself is gorgeous and the owner is very responsive and has thought of everything to make the Zandy Castle a home away from home. The beds are comfortable, we really appreciated the coffee bar with take away cups, the kitchen is fully stocked and my family enjoyed the board games and books. We loved sitting on the front porch in the evening with the fairy lights that came on after dark. The neighbor was super friendly and gave us a good pizza recommendation. It was a bit too chilly to spend much time at the beach during our stay, but I imagine in warmer weather that we would have taken advantage of the house’s proximity to the ocean. Our kids were ready to live here and didn’t want to leave! We would love to stay here again one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne D.

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

Beautiful home

Highly recommend. Ours was a short stay but everything was beyond our expectations. Easy to check in and out. Very clean, beds were comfortable, lots of towels, pillows, blankets. Lots of small, nice touches. First aid kits, flashights, shampoo, toothpaste, shampoo, condiments, coffee bar. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mich R.

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

Girls Getaway

The house is beautifully decorated and has everything we needed including coffee bar, beach accessories and super comfortable beds. The shower upstairs is huge and so nice that shampoo, conditioner and body wash were supplied. Plenty of plush towels were provided for us to use. The owner was very easy to contact and told us of some great local restaurants. The beach is literally few houses away and just over the stone bridge is the main beach. It was a very enjoyable and relaxing vacation at Zandy Castle!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dalene F.

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

Summer Week at Zandy Castle

We stayed for a week in early August 2023. The house was adorable, immaculate, and very well appointed. The host, Melissa, aims for a 5-star hotel-like experience and it's very close, except there is no chef unfortunately :) The neighborhood was cute and close to the beach. Sometimes we walked, sometimes road our bikes, and sometimes drove and parked in the parking right by the beach. Had to get there prior to 10 am on sunny days to get a parking place. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

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

Southerners Visiting the NE

This property was perfectly suited for our family. It was an excellent hub for all the activities we had planned to include a day at Nantucket, a day in Boston, and a day in Dennis Massachusetts parasailing. Our only regret is that we didn’t carve out enough time to spend a full day touring and enjoying Onset Beach, which is something we will plan to do in the future! The beds were extremely comfortable, and there wasn’t anything that we needed. That wasn’t already there. Thank you so much and we look forward to staying at Zandy Castle once again! Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Amazing property and Amazing owner!

Exceptionally nice house to stay in, it’s completely renovated you will think you are in a new house not one built in 1880 but it still has all the charm that was originally put into it. None in our group had any complaints with anything this place has to offer. I was surprised how well stocked the entire house was all we needed was food everything else we could need was already there. Melissa the owner was awesome she stayed in contact through VBRO asking if we needed anything many times. The location was perfect for us as we had other family staying in a house about the same distance south of the bridge. We typically walk most of the time unless we are leaving the area. There is plenty of room inside and out when you have some downtime it feels like home not a strangers house. We all would stay here again the next time we visit onset. My wife and I had some questions about some of the items inside and where Melissa acquired them and she sent links so we could easily find these items we were interested in. I would say Melissa is truly interested in everyone being totally satisfied with their stay in her home she went out of her way to make this the perfect Labor Day weekend for us. Paul R
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa Maria T.

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

Vacationing at Zandy Castle!!...

Zandy Castle is a stunningly beautiful Victorian house that has been newly renovated. Once you step in, it was both warm and inviting. It was extremely clean and spacious. The decor was tastefully done and represented the Cape as a whole. The outdoor space was also a pleasant surprise. It includes a wrap-around porch, grilling area, outdoor shower, and two sitting areas. Zandy Castle comes equipped with pretty much everything that you need both inside and out. For example, kitchen supplies, lots of towels, shampoo, toiletries, an umbrella, extra lawn chairs, and a wagon just to name a few. 'It was like a home away from home.' It is situated in a great area with helpful friendly neighbours. Melissa who was our contact, was a gracious host. She was a great communicator. She answered all of our questions in a timely manner and had great recommendations. Our family had a great time and we would definitely recommend staying here!! Rosa and Family July 2023.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Highest recommendation in Onset

The Zandy Castle is an excellent home to book for a visit to the Cape Cod area on vacation. We initially booked because the location in Onset was a more quiet alternative to staying directly within Cape Cod while still being very close and easily being able to cross the bridge to the Cape. The home is exactly as described in the listing and it exceeded our expectations. There is more than enough space for the 6 adults and 2 small children and the amenities are fantastic. The care and quality given to restoring this beautiful Victorian era home are evident throughout and you can expect all of the modern conveniences here. For those wishing to spend time at the beach the home provides four (4) beach chairs, an umbrella, and a great wagon to help carry it all to the beach of your choice. There are also a lot of beach towels available so no need to pack your own, a big bonus. There is a small one just four houses away and two others within a ½ mile of the home. These are all great beaches with no wave action making them perfect for our three-year old grandson to enjoy and play in the water without concern for the challenges associated with an ocean beach. There were many restaurants within easy walking distance and the hosts were extremely helpful with suggestions. The host provided us with great information about the area and specific recommendations for a few specialty restaurants we were looking to try. The communication was excellent. Our only regret was we had just 4 nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Melissa and Michael

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Originally from Massachusetts, now living in the southeast. My husband and I started our venture into short-term rentals after staying at one in the Onset area and having a negative experience. We thought, we can do MUCH better than this. As a frequent travelers, We have an idea of what folks need and want in their vacation home. We aim to deliver a comfortable, carefree experience and elevate that to the next level. During the off-season, we spend a lot of time here. We care deeply about the community, getting to know the people here, and supporting local businesses. Your visit is our top priority and we will go above and beyond to make sure your stay at the Zandy Castle is an amazing experience!

Why they chose this property

Our family lives in the area and while we were in town for my mother's 70th birthday, We came across this house. Buying a house was the last thing on our minds but we absolutely fell in love with how cheery it looked and the Victorian architecture. When weI toured the home, we got such good vibes from it and knew it was meant to be! We wanted to spend extended time with our family, who live 15 minutes away, and this was the perfect way for to do that. We named the house the Zandy Castle after my mother since she inspired it. Her nickname in the family is Zandy (from Sandy).

What makes this property unique

So, so many. The Victorian archtecture differentiates it from the typical Cape Cod cottage style. In the late 90's or early 2000's the home was completely renovated to almost the studs. We have a book where guest can see the remodeling project. It was like on the home shows with the before and after. The previous owner who did the renovations did not skimp on quality. There are modern touches in this circa1880 home such as outlets everywhere, large closets, central heat/air conditioning (rare for Mass) while still retaining its Victorian charm. There was a spiritualist movement in Onset in the late 19th century. We think this still resonates throughout the town. There is something special about Onset, a very positive feeling in the air and the most spectacular sunsets you have ever seen! We hope you feel it too when you visit.

Languages:

English