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Charming Cottage, Walk to Beach, Whale Watch, Harbor & Village

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Enjoy the breeze on the front deck steps to the marsh
Cozy, and open living room for relaxing at home
Casual seating at the island open to the kitchen
The kitchen opens to the island for conversation while cooking meals at home
Design featured in This Old House Magazine

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 574.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Barnstable, MA
  • Barnstable Harbor
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Cape Codder Water Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hyannis Harbor
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Cottage, Walk to Beach, Whale Watch, Harbor & Village


SAFETY AND CLEANING FOR COVID-19
During this most challenging time, we are taking extra steps to ensure the safety and well-being of our guests. All guests will have keyless self-entry check in. Extra care will be taken to sanitize and disinfect all areas of the home including frequently touched items like remote controls, doorknobs, and light switches. Our family takes great care and pride in every detail so that our guests will feel at home, safe and relaxed from the moment they arrive.

WE LOVE and SUPPORT SMALL LOCAL BUSINESSES
All guests receive a basket full of local-made goodies

WE HAVE 82 FIVE STAR REVIEWS - SEE WHY OUR GUESTS LOVE US
As seen on the pages of This Old House Magazine, The Cape Cod Times, and featured in a calendar of relaxing porches of Cape Cod, our cottage by the sea is the perfect place to spend your vacation. Surrounded by all of the beauty and charm of Cape Cod, and tucked into a quiet little neighborhood, there is so much to see and do that you could park your car and never use it again. Every detail has been thought of, with many personal touches that will make you feel at home from the minute you arrive, and there is always a special welcome waiting just for you.. The cottage has all the charm of a boutique inn with the privacy of your own home. We live local and are always happy to help you plan your visit with an insider's view to all of the best places to see and things to do while you are here.


ABOUT THE COTTAGE
Beautifully decorated, super clean, comfortable 2 bedroom, 1 full bath home with central air conditioning, wifi, smart tv, linens, and washer/dryer all on one floor. Enjoy family meals at home in our custom designed kitchen, or have a snack at the kitchen island. Relaxing porch out front, and deck with dining table and grill surrounded by beautiful gardens in the private back yard. Refreshing outdoor shower leaves the sand outside after a day a the beach..


ABOUT THE LOCATION
Barnstable Village has something for everyone, and you can walk to everything from our cottage! Millway Beach is just down the road, with a beautiful view of Sandy Neck Lighthouse. The beach is sandy, and the water gentle. Walk to Millway Marina for charter fishing, restaurants and ice cream, public boat launch too. Put your kayak in the saltwater marsh and head over to Sandy Neck. Have your lobster and ''chowdah'' cooked to go at Osterville Fish Too just up the road. Better yet, have dinner or cocktails with a view of the harbor at the Mattakeese Wharf - no need to take the car! Stroll down the street to one of the most beautiful beaches on Cape Cod. Be sure to take in a sunset too - beach chairs and towels are here for you, just bring your own flip-flops. The house is just steps to a beautiful saltwater marsh, and the Mill Way Marina is just a block away - you can go on a charter boat or Whale Watch, eco tour, or just watch as the fishing boats unload their 'catch of the day'. A short walk past the marina is a playground for the little ones to enjoy, and then head to historic Main Street for unique shops, restaurants, antiques, museums and more. Haunted and history tours also available, and organic farm to pick up some local grown fruit, veggies and flowers. Located Mid-Cape, it is an easy five minute drive to Hyannis for nightlife, ferries to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket


WHY KIDS LOVE IT
From a pirate’s treasure box to toy boats and mermaid toys to play with in the bath, the house is a delight for smaller guests as well as adults. Kids enjoy all of the little things just for them: games and night-time story books and a movie projector for movies under the stars after a day of exploring at the beach. Millway Beach is sandy with gentle water, perfect for little ones with a swimming area and lifeguard in season. Kids of all ages will enjoy exploring low tide along the tidal flats with shallow pools of water filled with sea-life to discover.

Property manager

Eva Carbonaro (Automated VRBO/Homeaway Message)

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
Full refund of desposit will be issued if we are able to re-rent the cottage for the full length of the dates reserved for you.

Important information

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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 C0059130200

About the area

Barnstable

Located in Barnstable, this cottage is near the beach. Hyannis Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mayflower Beach and Cape Cod Beaches. West Dennis Beach and Cape Codder Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Barnstable, MA

What's nearby

  • Millway Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Barnstable Harbor - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Codder Water Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Cape Cod Melody Tent - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Hyannis Harbor - 10 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 16 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Regina Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Not Your Average Joe's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage, Walk to Beach, Whale Watch, Harbor & Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage, Walk to Beach, Whale Watch, Harbor & Village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage, Walk to Beach, Whale Watch, Harbor & Village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage, Walk to Beach, Whale Watch, Harbor & Village located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

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

Perfect Cottage for a family get away

We had a great visit to Cape Cod and felt so welcomed walking into Eva's cottage. We hope to visit back to this adorable cottage soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan V.

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

Lovely little cottage by the sea

A wonderful property and we had a lovely stay. Very close to the beach and walking distance to town. Thoughtful touches such as a welcome basket with toys for the kids.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Lovely Cape Cod Home

This lovely home was a relaxing place to enjoy our vacation. Beautiful inside and outside on a quiet street, Eva's home had every amenity my family needed throughout our stay. The location, in central Cape Cod, enabled our family to explore the entire Cape. We enjoyed relaxing and walking on Millway Beach, just a short stroll from the cottage. A truly happy place to be!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

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

Great place to stay

Really enjoyed our time here! A couple minor issues/suggestions: the back patio cushions are not waterproof, so unfortunately they remained wet throughout the duration of our stay due to rain. Also, a little gas grill for outside would be a nice upgrade over the current charcoal grill. These aren’t dealbreakers by any means though; the trip was still 5/5! Communication with the owner was top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

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

Great end of summer getaway!

My family and I (one toddler and one infant) LOVED this place! The place was perfect for the kids and had everything we needed! Location was great and walking distance to the beach, restaurants and whale watching! Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan a., Dallas, Texas

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

Perfect Cottage

What a delight to stay at this perfect cozy cottage. Everything looked brand new with personal touches throughout. 1 block to the beach and Mattakeese Wharf. Beautiful outside deck for morning coffee and cooking out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca N.

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

Great stay with toddler!

We loved the house! It was clean, comfortable and well stocked with much of the stuff that makes packing the car for a trip with a toddler a game of impossible Tetris. We loved having a yard and the location was great too. Eva was very responsive! Thank you for a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

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

Ok

Great
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Beach vacation

Perfect property for a family with young kids. Walking distance to beach, ice cream, playground and Main Street. Can’t wait to get back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ani A.

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

Barnstable Getaway

This little house is so well thought out and family friendly, we had lots to do and new things to explore during out stay. The kids got to explore the beach, and the house had lots of toys and games - great house, and the owner was incredibly helpful. She even left gift packages for the kids upon our arrival! So sweet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Cape Getaway

We loved the house. Eva was great to work with and her recommendations were very helpful. Our son loved exploring the house and the little touches like kids games and toys. Being able to walk to the beach and supper was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Susan H., Punta Gorda, FL

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

Quiet, Peaceful and Cozy

I did not request a cleaning service up front - I was there for 4 weeks and unwisely assumed at this price point it would be included.
Stayed 33 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

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

Charming cottage by the bay

We loved our week in Eva’s beautiful cottage in Barnstable, located along the scenic route 6A. This little house is just one block from Millway Marina and beach. The cottage has been lovingly updated with a designer’s eye and flows beautifully. The back deck area has new furniture and mature hydrangeas. It looks like a picture from a magazine on coastal living - just beautiful! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Regan C.

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

Great experience!

Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Lovely place

Exactly as advertised. Lovely property. A very smooth and easy experience. Everything we needed was there. Beautiful area, a 5min walk to the sea.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Long weekend trip

We had a wonderful stay at Eva’s home! Extremely clean, wonderful backyard and such convenient access to both the beach and town. We certainly plan to come back! Thanks, Eva!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tess B.

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

A perfect getaway!

This cottage is located in the perfect neighborhood: 10-15 minute walk into the Barnstable town, 5-10 minute walk to local Millway Beach, quiet, no through traffic, safe, 10 minute drive to major grocery stores and easy driving access to other nearby towns. Eva, one of the owners, was incredibly responsive and accommodating from the moment I inquired about the rental. Steve, the other owner, stopped by within a day to make a simple repair. Check-in was incredibly easy. We enjoyed our time in this cozy cottage so much that we extended our stay twice! I would highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Meera I.

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

Beautiful cottage near a quiet resident only beach

We had one of our most memorable vacation at this cottage. It is a beautiful, well maintained house with every essential one would need. We stayed for a week and wished we could stay longer. We were 2 adults and 2 kids (11,9). Eva had left us a basket of local goodies and a gift for the boys. She was very communicative both prior to and during the stay. We cooked most days and the kitchen is equipped sufficiently to cook breakfast through dinner. The patio is well furnished with an outdoor shower. The boys loved and enjoyed both. The beach is walking distance from the house with a private walk away on Sunset blvd. the beach was great both during high and low tide. The house is on a very quiet street and made it fun to walk around and along the salt marsh on Commerce st. We also had our bikes and took short rides around town and enjoyed Barnstable village. The property was cleaned and thoughtfully maintained for covid. We felt very safe throughout. It was one of our most memorable vacations and we can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cara H.

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

Family-friendly getaway!

We had a great stay at Eva's house - the beach was easily walkable, the house had everything we needed for our family of 4 (2 kids aged 4 and 7), and the communication was fantastic. We had a circuit blow on our first day (just one set of lights) and Eva was responsive and her husband came over first thing in the morning to look at it. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne Z.

Very nice stay at this property in Barnstable.

IT is a charming cottage. Tiny but well appointed. Our family had a good time. Thanks, Eva. I would recommend the cottage for a couple and for a couple with small children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G.

Perfect in every way!

We stayed here to celebrate our friend's 55 birthday. We've been friends since college. The place is very cute, immaculate, and Eva thought of every detail to make our stay a wonderful celebration. The location is perfect; just a short walk to the beach and town, which we both did. I highly recommend this cottage and would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Cozy winter getaway

This cozy cottage was perfect for a mid-winter writing retreat. My husband and I brought a friend and our 3 year old and everyone thoroughly enjoyed this space. What I most appreciated was the beautiful yet child-friendly space. The home was very clean with items to entertain our family ranging from puzzles, to a treasure chest, to fun books and (my daughter's favorite) a stuffed animal whale. We were also able to easily walk to the ocean and downtown Barnstable which was nice on a sunny winter day. We would highly recommend this space- even in wintertime.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Wonderful Time

It was such a pleasure to stay at Sonny by the Sea. Each detail made the cottage so warm and welcoming. I am having my home remodeled and use the cottage as a stay vacation. Location is excellent! Close by is a great coffee shop Nirvana and market. Quick trip to Hyannis and one of my favorite destinations for bread- Pain D'Avignon. The fish market, Osterville 2, had delicious fish. What I loved most was the comfort of the cottage, the great front porch and back deck, the beach and sunsets. It is a special place. Eva, the owner, is fantastic and will help you in anyway. There were great suggestions on things to do and wonderful books on the Cape. It was truly a home away from home! Thanks Eva , everything was wonderful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy W., NJ

Perfect Everything!

I originally chose this cottage as a girls' getaway weekend thank you gift to my mom for helping me plan my July'16 wedding. It was the perfect size for the two of us and great location. Eva (the owner) had emailed us a long list of activity suggestions before we arrived to kind of give us the lay of the land since neither of us had been to Cape Cod prior. Once we arrived we were blown away by how quaint the outside of the cottage was but even more pleasantly surprised once we entered. The layout was perfect and decor looked Home & Garden magazine-worthy. The location was perfect - a 3 minute walk to whale watching (which we highly recommend - we saw 13 whales extremely close to our boat), the beach only a short walk away and Hyannis, not even a 5 minute car ride away. It truly was the perfect weekend and this cottage felt like home at the end of our 2.5 day stay. We actually looked forward to going back and relaxing on the front porch with a glass of wine. Eva was a delight to work with and secure our reservation and if we decide to go back to the Cape (which we are already talking about doing), we would stay here again in a heartbeat! Thank you Eva!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Juliette G.

Juliette G

Sonny by the sea was a clean cozy comfortable cottage. The owner has decorated it beautifully and practically for a wonderful vacation at the beach. The cottage was a short walk to the beach in a quiet neighbourhood. There are shops and a coffee bar within walking distance. We loved it and would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a Cape Cod vacation place to rest from the many activities available. Barnstable is centrally located to many sights and beaches and activities like whale watching or a trip to the islands. We like this part of the Cape and this property has all you need and more for a wonderful stay. Truly it was like staying at a friend's place as it was welcoming and radiated a warm and inviting atmosphere. we give Donny by the Sea a double thumbs up... we loved it and would love ❤️ to return again.

About the host

Hosted by Eva Carbonaro (Automated VRBO/Homeaway Message)

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My husband Steve and I fell in love with the Cape many years ago. We found ourselves drawn back time after time, driving through the night with our two boys still in their pajamas in the back seat looking forward to the relaxing days by the beach we would spend together.

Fourteen years ago we decided to make Cape Cod our home. I am still discovering new and beautiful places, and smile when I drive along Route 6A past the rambling roses and hydrangeas bursting with blooms. I look forward to the changes that each new season brings. The long, lazy days of Summer... the color of the leaves in Fall and the crackling sound of the first fire in our fireplace. The beauty and tranquility of the first snowfall in winter, and waking up one morning after a long Spring rain and noticing that all is green again.

We found our little cottage by the sea and spent the winter of 2010 designing and building our vision of the perfect Cape Cod get-away. Having rented before, we wanted to create a place where you could relax, unwind and enjoy from the minute you arrived. I hope you too will have many happy memories of sun-filled days and starlit nights and find as many reasons to fall in love with Cape Cod as we did!

As featured in the Cape Cod Times, September 25th 2011
As seen in This Old House Magazine

Search keyword: Carbonaro (our last name)

What makes this property unique

KIDS LOVE IT HERE! From a pirate’s treasure box to toy boats and mermaid toys to play with in the bath, a beach theme extends through the house to the delight of smaller guests as well as adults. Kids enjoy all of the little things just for them: games and night-time story books and a movie projector for movies under the stars after a day of exploring at the beach. Millway Beach is sandy with gentle water, perfect for little ones with a swimming area and lifeguard in season. Kids of all ages will enjoy exploring low tide along the tidal flats with shallow pools of water filled with sea-life to discover.

Languages:

English