Charming Waterview Victorian w/Cottages near beach, harbor & town

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Exceptional

11 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Wellfleet, MA

Mayo Beach
6 min walk
Cape Cod Beaches
8 min walk
Wellfleet Preservation Hall
8 min walk
Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal)
28 min drive

Rooms & beds

11 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 8

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 9

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 10

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 11

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Spacious family compound know as 'The Moorings' located in the heart of Wellfleet. Tons of indoor & outdoor space to spread out!! This property consists of a large Victorian main house with classic wrap-around front porch, a 3-bedroom cottage, a 2-bedroom cottage and two studio 'housekeeping' cottages. It is a short walk to Mayo Beach, the Harbor/Pier and downtown's Main Street in Wellfleet Center. Walk to Mac's Shack, The Juice, The Pearl, Wicked Oyster, Mac's Seafood, The Bookstore Restaurant, Winslow's Tavern, and other great restaurants! The property, set on a very large parcel, fronts on a saltwater harbor inlet (perfect for kayaking) and is ideally suited for family reunions, weddings, extended family gatherings, and/or cozy private vacations. The main house, the 2-bedroom cottage, and the 3-bedroom cottage boast a total of nine bedrooms and four baths, comfortably accommodating a large party in space in amenities. The two 'housekeeping' studio cottages have double beds and share a full bath. Please contact us for specific details. (Realtor Owned) Check out our Instagram @wellfleetmoorings or use #wellfleetmoorings to be featured.

Property manager

April Callahan

Languages

English, French

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Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

$1500 Event fee for Weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All reservations are subject to owner screening and approval before they become final. This will occur within 48 hours of the booking.

Pet needs to be approved by owner before acceptance. Guests must confirm with owner before making payment. Guests must clean up after their pets.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75

Note from host: $1500 Event fee for Weddings

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 and a deadlock

Property Registration Number C1925270400

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Wellfleet

Located in Wellfleet, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Commercial Street is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Poit's Lighthouse Mini Golf and Atlantic Spice Company are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wellfleet, MA

What's nearby

Mayo Beach - 6 min walk
Wellfleet Preservation Hall - 8 min walk
Cape Cod National Seashore - 2 min drive
Cahoon Hollow Beach - 6 min drive
Indian Neck Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Macs Seafood - ‬12 min drive
‪PB Boulangerie Bistro - ‬5 min drive
‪Red Barn Pizza & More - ‬12 min drive
‪Mac's Seafood Wellfleet Pier - ‬5 min walk
‪PJ's Family Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Waterview Victorian w/Cottages near beach, harbor & town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Waterview Victorian w/Cottages near beach, harbor & town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Waterview Victorian w/Cottages near beach, harbor & town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Waterview Victorian w/Cottages near beach, harbor & town located?

Located in the heart of Wellfleet, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mayo Beach and Cape Cod Beaches. Wellfleet Historical Society Museum and Wellfleet Preservation Hall are also within 10 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Rebecca P.

29 Aug 2024

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay, it was our second time renting the house. We loved the beautiful backyard, the fire pit, the spacious wrap-around porch, and the view of the water. The location is amazing, with great restaurants in walking distance. The host was responsive and very helpful. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara W.

24 Aug 2024

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

The Moorings

Great walking location to shops, stores, galleries and restaurants. Lots of space for our three families of a total of nine people.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Anasua C.

14 Aug 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

We had a lot of expectations based on reviews

Excellent location, beautiful backyard facing the moor. Spacious property. A historic house.All great so far. Unfortunately the property is not well maintained. There was mold in the AC, sticky doors (eg bathroom doors won’t close), moths inside, overall unclean appearance. I would suggest that the host leaves a private property sign at both entrances as random people kept walking in to the property while we were relaxing. Also please be aware that you will have to rent the bed sheets, pillow cases and towels from a separate location and return it to that location before leaving.we did not know this when we booked. The village is very laid back and pretty and not touristy, yet without driving distance of all major attractions. Our dishwasher was not functioning from day one and was replaced the day before we left. So we had to hand clean dishes for 11 family members. Overall will say it is overpriced for the conditions.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

25 July 2024

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

Beautiful property, great location

We stayed at the Moorings in July 2024 with extended family of 16. It was a wonderful stay and the owner was very responsive when we needed to contact her once. We really enjoyed time spent on the wraparound porch and at the water. We kayaked and played croquet. We walked to the town square dance event on the Wellfleet pier. While we had a great time, there are some things worth noting so that future guests can be prepared. It's a gorgeous, historic house and quaint cottages. This worked for our family, but it's not a brand new luxury hotel. You need to bring or order your own sheets and towels, and you will likely need to bring the essentials like toiletries, toilet paper, paper towels, bug spray, and hairdryer. We were there during a heat wave. Almost every bedroom had an air conditioning unit in the window, but one or two didn't. There is one refrigerator in the kitchen and 2 mini-fridges in the cottages. We made this work for a family of 16 by using coolers with ice for beverages. None of this was a big deal to us, but just want to note so that guests come prepared. Overall, a fantastic stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

15 July 2024

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

Beautiful Wellfleet

Awesome location for multigenerational vacation! Quiet backyard with beautiful views and room for lawn games. Cottages are adorable and big house has room for large family dinners. Walkable to shops, food, and boating. How could you not have fun and love this spot!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy r.

3 July 2024

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

Rustic Location right in the heart of Wellfleet

Our entire family enjoyed our stay! We had a wonderful family reunion and had room for all!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

7 Sept 2023

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

Magical Wedding Weekend

I can't say enough about The Moorings !! It was a perfect spot for our family of 13 !! We enjoyed every inch of the property !! The main house was spotless and had everything we needed for the week. The cottages out back were perfect for our sons and their families. The children had a huge yard to run around and play. They loved the kayaks and watching all the ducks and birds. April was so accommodating and easy to get in touch with. We hosted our sons Rehearsal Dinner in the backyard. It was truly magical. The lights in the trees were beautiful and there's even a fire pit next to the water. Everyone was in awe of the property . Town is an easy walk and has wonderful restaurants and shops. We highly recommend staying at the Moorings . We will be back !!Thank you April Pat Welch Gadsden, Alabama

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

13 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful Wellfleet Waterfront Compound

Our second stay at this beautiful property did not disappoint. Our large group enjoyed dinners and social time around the fire, on the porches, and picnic tables. Location provides a perfect hub for beach, boating and golf outings, paddling from the property, and short walks to galleries, restaurants, and hikes. We’ll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K., North Dighton, MA

25 July 2023

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

Wellfleet Summer Fun

This is our second year staying here -- we had such a great time last year we all decided to come back! The main house, cottages, and large yard (with beautiful water view) make this the perfect place for a multigenerational vacation. The proximity to beach, shopping, restaurants, and sporting activities cannot be beat. We are already talking about staying again next summer!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Hugo C.

20 July 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place needs more leaning

This place is fantastic, the one area where it needs attention is the cleaning

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lake C.

19 July 2023

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

Best Family Vacation Place

This property was ideal for all ages. There was outside dining that accommodated all our large group (18-20) and two long tables inside for eating. We kayaked from the yard, walked along fiddler crab city during low tide, and groups walked to town or the pier. No need to drive a lot. It’s so nice to all be together in one spot but also have 3 different cabins and the main house to fit everyone’s needs. The kitchen was outfitted well and many fans were there to keep us cool. It was comfortable but not fussy…good if you have children. The owner was very responsive to my concerns and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone wanting a “family compound “ for holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

27 June 2023

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

Perfect wedding venue

We had the loveliest wedding at The Moorings! The historical house and little cottages accommodated a large family and allowed cousins and extended family to reconnect in a beautiful setting. The view is stunning. Mayo Beach, art galleries, Wellfleet Center and a number of excellent restaurants are all within easy walking distance. It was a special experience and there is no more magical spot in Wellfleet than The Moorings!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia R., Attleboro, MA

30 Aug 2022

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

Awesome Family Week

The Moorings is a spacious, private, and beautiful property to gather at with friends and family. Sitting in the backyard at the water feels secluded and peaceful, but the location couldn’t be more central or convenient to all Wellfleet has to offer - restaurants, shopping, galleries, and beaches. The house and property are full of history and rustic New England charm. Really unique and wonderful place to stay. April was super communicative and helpful. Everyone in our family is already talking about wanting to go back next summer!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

23 Aug 2022

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

Magical Week By The Sea

Beautiful seaside victorian home provided the perfect location for friends to gather, reconnect, and enjoy everything that Wellfleet has to offer. The Moorings is large, comfortable, well stocked, and in the heart of the village for dinning, music, shopping, kayaking and just relaxing by the water. Can’t wait to return next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen F., Camillus, NY

16 Aug 2022

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

Return to the Moorings

We had a large group of varying ages: from 80 years old to 9 months old. The house and cottages were perfect to gather for family time while also allowing plenty of space for some alone time. We used the kitchen for many of the meals and found pots and pans as needed. The picnic tables out by the cove were perfect to share meals on very hot days. The fire pit was wonderful at night with plenty of chairs. For several days the temps were above average with high humidity. Fans were available as well as 1 window AC. If a new, posh rental with central air is top of your requirements for your vacay, expect to lose out on what the Moorings has to offer, better location, prices and opportunity to enjoy Wellfleet without being in the car constantly. The Moorings is a Historical Landmark home, rich in details like the front porch which we enjoyed in the day and night to relax after beach time. A ripped door screen was replaced within hours by the friendly maintenance man. The owner is very responsive to any questions or needs. Having a washer and dryer available meant less packing and with babies it was great. The value of a vacation at The Moorings to me was doubled by the location: close to the pier with tennis and basketball courts, restaurants and a playground while being walkable to town also. We loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

24 July 2022

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

Wonderful property!

Ideal location, lots of space for sleeping, swimming, paddle boarding, campfires, and just rocking on the front porch. Owner was very accessible and made sure, in advance. we knew what we needed to bring. You won’t be disappointed, it was great!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K., North Dighton, MA

17 July 2022

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

Beautiful Wellfleet Compound

Perfect location for a multigenerational group looking to stay on the Cape. The main house and cottages are so charming. The views of the water from the small cottages cannot be beat, very peaceful! The big yard and cozy porch offer places for game playing, quiet conversations, and relaxing with nature. The ability to walk to restaurants, shops, and harbor beach was fantastic. Who says you can't please everyone!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

11 July 2022

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

Family Reunion

Super convenient downtown location. Great for multiple families to spread out and have their own space. The yard is perfect for outdoor activities and accessible to the water (tidal). The main house is a step back in time and the cottages are updated and comfortable. Property owner/manager was very responsive and helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Therese M.

3 July 2022

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

Wonderful stay!

Gorgeous views of the tidal river! Kids enjoyed looking for crabs when the tide was out. We had multiple families and the "compound" worked very well giving each family space. April was great! She immediately answered our questions and if an issue came up she had it addressed shortly after. Would highly recommend this property!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esther B.

4 Sept 2021

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

The Moorings is FANTASTIC

It is wonderful every time we go! Kayaking from the backyard, walking to town and the pier, swimming in the pond and at the bay. A perfect location and all was lovely.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

19 Oct 2020

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

Perfect location for family reunion

This was the perfect place to say with extended family during a pandemic during a last minute mini family reunion. Each family unit was able to have their own place which allowed for social distancing. We enjoyed the location, outdoor dinners with beautiful sunsets, long walks in the salt Marsh and Great Island and trips to both bay and ocean side beaches. April was very responsible and accommodating. Thanks for a great vacation and an opportunity for my family to safely get together during COVID.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laurel J.

11 Sept 2020

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Family quarantine get away

Property location is beautiful and peaceful. Great for time on the water with access to groceries and take out made it easy to distance safely and comfortably. House is an old house maintained for rentals so is not pristine but is very comfortable. There is only AC in one room but there are abundant fans. 3 outdoor picnic tables & big wrap around porch let us spend most of our time outdoors which was what we were looking for. Great stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

marshall k.

8 Sept 2020

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

Great vacation property

This spot was really great. It couldn't have worked out better for us. Thank you to the property owner. She was easy to work with and very easy to communicate with. The main house is an old house that has been renovated with a mix of modern and older amenities. It was great and we stayed in first floor master bedroom in the main house. It had its own master bath which was very nice and a great shower. Upstairs had 3 more bedrooms and another full bathroom. We had planned for the kids to stay upstairs,. It once you get to this property, you'll find out why they didn't. The kitchen in the house is great and there are plenty of spots to hang out, like the sun room,large dining room and a living room. We never turned the TV on but it's there and looked nice. My wife did use the washer and dryer plenty in the basement. We had our two kids and they brought 3 friends (3 15yo boys and 2 12yo girls). On the property just steps from the main house, are the outbuildings or cottages. It was perfect for the kids. They are basically right on the bay, and there's a great firepit in between them, that was the evening meeting place/hangout. The cottages have 2 and 3 smaller bedrooms, a central living area with couches and kitchenettes. Each has it's own full bathroom and nice showers. The kids loved having their "own" spaces. They had snacks in their kitchens and waters loaded in their fridges. They could stay up late and not bother the adults. It couldn't have worked out any better. They even used the last building if someone wanted to go to bed earlier than the rest of the group. It also had its own shower, 2 bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are picnic tables to hangout outside, the deck of the larger cottage is nice and has some deck wicker furniture (cushions in the shed) to sit out at. The bay is literally right there, and when the tide is in, you can go in the water or use the kayaks, etc. When the tide is out, you cans see tons of little crabs, etc but there's no water at low tide. You can walk to all the downtown restaurants of wellfleet. We opted to drive to the ocean beaches bc it's about a 3mile walk or bike ride but only a 5min car ride. Got a beach sticker for the week from town of wellfleet online. This property worked out better than we could have expected. It was great for our group and we could have easily added more adults or kids. Thank you very much for welcoming us to your place and making it so easy. Hope to come back again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F., Haddonfield, New Jersey

19 July 2019

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

Five Years Later~~~~~~~~~

In 2014 family and friends, 21 in number, gathered to celebrate my three score years and ten; five years later a smaller but no less enthusiastic number, gathered at The Moorings for a somewhat less significant milestone. Wanting to make sure that our days would be available, I booked well ahead! As before, we had a fabulous time: whale watching from Provincetown, and a subsequent visit to the rest of the town; a day on Nantucket, enticed by the bright coloured clothing at Murray's Toggery, delicious lunch at The Whale ( in the courtyard) and , of course the museums; the Great Island walk (we got right to the end!) and a morning at First Encounter beach followed bya picnic at Fort Hill; swimming at the Long Pond and dinner locally at The Pearl, Mac's Shack and the Bookstore; tempting galleries in Wellfleet and spectacular views from the house across Duck Creek. We admired the updating of the harbour wall, to include benches and a small stage and the local theatre was in full swing. Cape Cod has always been special to the family, and the experience at April's lovely Moorings adds yet more memories to our collection. We did water the flower baskets and left them alive! Thank you, April, Maybe 2024?

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Peter C.

1 July 2019

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

Wedding Haven

Two of my kids were married in Wellfleet and April's home served brilliantly both times to house our thousands of family members. Couldn't be better.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by April Callahan

I have spent summers in Wellfleet since I was a young child. I always admired The Moorings and when I had the chance to purchase it as an adult, I jumped on the opportunity! We have had so many gatherings of friends and family. It is the perfect gathering spot in the best location in Wellfleet. I hope you enjoy it as much as we have.

What makes this property unique

Walk to all the local restaurants and bars. Walk to the pier to enjoy a meal or ice cream with a view of the Wellfleet Harbor. Walk to and swim at Mayo Beach. Walk to the Tennis Courts and Recreation Center. Walk to the center of town for shopping, restaurants and art galleries. Close proximity (quick drive or bike ride) to the ocean beaches and kettle ponds. 20 minutes to Provincetown. Main house and cottages set up allows multiple families and friends to share a vacation property but have their own space at the same time. Large central yard to gather for meals or chilling by the fire pit.