Eastham, Minister Pond Waterfront! Still available week of August 23

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Entire home

A spacious Cape home with open, welcoming living spaces for all the family

Perennial Gardens as you approach the kitchen door and permanent handicap ramp

Herb gardens are available for the gourmet cooks

A gracious dining room open to the living area

Comfortable Recliner Chair by gas Fireplace

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Location
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Eastham, MA

Salt Pond Visitor Center
‪10 min walk‬
Nauset Light Beach
‪6 min drive‬
Nauset Beach
‪21 min drive‬
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Rambling, solar powered two story home rented Saturday to Saturday. Lower level has one full bedroom able to accommodate four and a sunroom / bedroom duo with queen size bed. Expansive gourmet kitchen; 24x24 wide planked wood floor living area with comfy couches, tile gas fireplace, entertainment center and dining table for 8 opens to 12x16 covered porch, overlooking Minister Pond and providing amazing bird watching. The yard slopes down to a recreational area with large open fireplace and a flotation, launching dock for the provided row boat or canoe. Upper level has "get away from it all" 24x24 master suite including wall to wall carpeting, tv, , his and her dressers and closets, double glass sliders out to large deck over looking the pond for private sunbathing and star gazing; all tile master bath with Jacuzzi, his and hers Mexican sinks, over sized shower and coffee station. The yard has room to play as well perennial flower and herb gardens for your culinary delight. A full playground is a stroll away up the dirt road. . THE HOUSE WILL BE DEEP CLEANED BETWEEN EACH GUEST, REQUIRING A LATER CHECK-IN OF 4:00 PM

Property manager

Barbara and Ross McDonald

Languages

English

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking out side only, please

Please know house is NOT child proof

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

This property uses solar energy

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 first aid kit

Property Registration Number C0020770860

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eastham

Located in Eastham, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Edward Penniman House and Barn and Orleans Bowling Center. Snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.

Eastham, MA

What's nearby

Salt Pond Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Thumpertown Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
Nauset Light Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
Nauset Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
Nauset Beach - 21 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
‪Hot Chocolate Sparrow - ‬9 min drive
‪The Knack - ‬8 min drive
‪Mac's Market & Kitchen Eastham - ‬4 min drive
‪Cooke's Seafood - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eastham, Minister Pond Waterfront! Still available week of August 23 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Eastham, Minister Pond Waterfront! Still available week of August 23?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eastham, Minister Pond Waterfront! Still available week of August 23?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eastham, Minister Pond Waterfront! Still available week of August 23 located?

This family-friendly Eastham holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Salt Pond Visitor Center and Cape Cod National Seashore. Wiley Park Beach and Eastham Windmill are also within 2 miles (3 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

Pamela T.

11 Aug 2024

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

Spacious Eastham retreat

My family had a great week at Ross and Barbara’s house. The house was very spacious for the 4 of us, had a well-stocked kitchen, and was in a great location to access ocean and bay beaches and the rail trail. It’s located in a peaceful neighborhood. Beds were comfortable and we all slept well. Bird feeders in the backyard were a nice bonus, we really enjoyed the variety of birds to watch from the couch. I hope we get to come back again soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

30 July 2024

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

Minister Pond Paradise

Our family really enjoyed our week at Minister Pond. The home was spacious for 5 adults, clean and complete with everything we needed to enjoy our week at the Cape. We enjoyed taking the canoe and rowboat out on pond, fire pit in the evenings, biking on the bike trail which is close by and the beaches. Plenty of privacy but close to everything you might want to enjoy on your vacation. Hoping to return here in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

2 July 2022

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

Great stay!

Perfect location and all you could need to stay and enjoy the area!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

21 July 2024

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

Two thumbs way up!

First impressions: clean and spacious! We thoroughly enjoyed all aspects that this beautiful home had to offer: pond with paddle boats to use, deck and balcony, proximity to bay and open-ocean beaches, bike path, restaurants, tennis, birdwatching, great kitchen, clean linens and towels, spa-like master bathroom Barbara and Ross really make your vacation easy because they provide so much so you can pack less!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walt W.

30 July 2023

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

It was great. Hosts were wonderful.

We enjoyed every minute.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B., Upstate New York

9 July 2023

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

Great stay, peaceful location

This home is a great place to stay. Clean, quiet, well equipped. Near everything, yet on a quiet side road. Owners, Barbara & Ross, are nearby if you need anything, but also leave you alone to enjoy your vacation. You can't go wrong with this place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

3 Sept 2022

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

Location perfection

Great location. Enjoyed the stay. Recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angelene K.

21 Aug 2022

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

Great location in the middle of eastham

We enjoyed our stay at the house, it was very clean. Everything that we needed was amply available, quiet neighborhood.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naomi R.

21 Aug 2023

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

Vacation Eastham

The house was incredible. Beautiful, spacious, clean and well stocked. The area around the house was lovely including the pond view and access. I would highly recommend this as a vacation getaway. I would love to go back next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Thayer C.

12 Aug 2023

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

Vacation

Would definitely come back next year

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 July 2021

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

Eastham Family Vacation

Ross and Barbara are exceptionally generous with their rental. Lots of touches that make you feel right at home including swift responses to any questions and great amenities both on the property and in the town of Eastham.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

31 July 2022

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

Home Base

Great location to launch Outer Cape activities! Comfortable, clean and very pretty. Barb was very easy to reach and extremely helpful, even offering fresh herbs from the garden.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M., Charlotte

7 Aug 2022

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

Everything you need was right there including a canoe and a rowboat with a nearby pond

Not a single issue

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

9 July 2022

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

Even better than we expected!

And we had high expectations! The house is bigger and better than the pictures suggest and our hosts were great. The house would be a great place to stay all by itself but we also loved Eastham and being a 15 minute bike ride from both the ocean and the bay. We definitely plan to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita F.

17 Aug 2022

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

Fabulous Stay

As so many others have commented, the overall experience was 5 star. From the super easy check-in ( we were even able to park one of our 2 cars early, allowing us time for lunch and a little beach walk), to the cleanliness, attention to detail, great internet, and gorgeous property, the experience could not have been better. Our hosts were quick to respond to any questions and made us feel at home. We love the Eastham area for the proximity to Beaches, bike trail, and all that the outer cape has to offer.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Babs Q.

26 July 2018

Cape Cod Gem

Our family of 7 had the best time ever at this beautiful home. We enjoyed kayaking, paddling and swimming in the fresh water Minister Pond. Barbara and Ross are excellent hosts and most accommodating for our family reunion evening when the rest of the gang came over from Orleans. Honestly, overall, A+!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ray M.

12 Aug 2021

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

Quiet retreat

Barbara and Ross were very welcoming during our stay on the 1st week of August. The house on the lake made us feel right at home after a day at the beach or shopping. Everything in the home worked fine. Thank you for the use of your home. Ray and Karol

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

24 Aug 2020

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

Cape Cod Retreat

This house was incredible: very clean, comfy, and spacious. It is clear the owners put a lot of love and care into the house and property. They were very welcoming and accessible. The house was well stocked with pillows, bedding, towels, and basic supplies. The kitchen was well-equipped. Outside, the yard and plants were well-cared for. There was a wonderful back porch, a grill, fireplace, and a canoe and a boat for the pond. Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

7 Aug 2023

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

Great Vacation Rental

This is a lovely home to allow you to have a restful, relaxing, and smooth vacation. Our group of six (2 grandparents, 2 parents, 2 kids) has a wonderful experience. The property offers many amenities from a rental perspective-- a well-stocked, spacious kitchen for your cooking needs, excellent grill, and patio space, Smart TVs for streaming, easy/ample parking, comfy beds, clothes line for wet suits and towels, comfy couches for lounging. We enjoyed time on the pond and using their outdoor fireplace when we weren't out at the beach. The location is great with easy access to Rt. 6. The home is comfortable and well-maintained and the gardens, wooded area, and bird watching add to the enjoyment. Barbara and Ross are kind and gracious hosts. We look forward to renting again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

A.G. B.

31 Aug 2023

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

Amazing Vacation Rental

This rental was absolutely amazing. The hosts, Barbara & Ross were delightful. They were extremely friendly, understanding, accommodating, and overall wonderful people. The property/house was very clean, quiet, and spacious. It was everything we could have hoped for and more. The backyard was perfect for hanging out and playing games, and the grill was great as well. Not to mention the beautiful pond right behind the house! The rental is not far from beaches, mini golf, and restaurants. We loved all of the recommendations for things to do that Barbara & Ross had in the house. We can’t thank you enough for everything! We will be definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Laurel B.

30 Aug 2021

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

Great location and space

If you like being in Eastham, this is a great location. The house is an easy bike ride away from both Coast Guard and Nauset Light beaches, and the bay. It's around the corner from Arnold's. The accommodations are clean, comfy and spacious and the landscaping is very nice. The upper deck off the master bedroom and the covered lower deck were much appreciated, as is the outdoor shower. The only real downside to the house is that the living room doesn't get much natural light. The hosts are very responsive and helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

iris z.

15 July 2019

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

Wish we were still there!

This was a really great place to stay. We all loved watching the birds, squirrels and chipmunks hanging out together. My younger son loved spending time in the hammock. Another plus was the close proximity to the Rail Trail that we walked or biked over to almost everyday as well as Arnold’s where we played mini-golf twice. This house was immaculate and had absolutely everything you could want. Not having to worry about bringing linens and towels was huge! I really liked the balcony off the upstairs bedroom as well. There was plenty of space for my husband, my father in law and my two teenage sons. I highly recommend staying here and I know that we will be considering it for next summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L., West Orange, New Jersey

6 July 2021

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

Eastham Escape

This home is lovely and even nicer in person than in the photos on-line! There was nothing we did not have available and our hosts were easy to reach for any questions. The property is beautiful, well kept and abundantly welcoming. We enjoyed the back porch and watching the birds and chipmunks all around the bird bath and feeder. There was a breeze on the back porch and our favorite spot to relax. The gardens full of perennials and herbs are gorgeous. The outdoor shower was so handy along with the beach chairs, towels and umbrella. The kitchen had every utensil you could ever need and the master bath is like a spa. This home is situated not more than a 5 minutes away from some of the best Eastham has to offer. Coast Guard beach was our favorite, we enjoyed dining in and barbecuing on the gas grill, and takeout from Arnolds. We visited Provincetown and Wellfleet. Eastham is our "home away from home" now. We will surely visit again. Eastham has the best beaches on the Cape!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne T.

22 July 2019

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

Amazing stay on the Cape!

We’re just back from our stay on Cape Cod and really missing our temporary home on Knowles Rd. Owners Barbara and Ross greeted us on arrival and made us feel very welcome. Their personal touch is found throughout this home with paintings by local artists and it was really well stocked in the kitchen and baths. What a great location to wake up to each morning with a view of Minister Pond and a yard teeming with wildlife including chipmunks and numerous birds. A canoe and a row boat gave us the ability to take relaxing cruises on the pond. This location is also great for bike rides to the Salt Pond Visitors Center where there is a beautiful bike trail to the ocean at Coast Guard Beach. You can also ride a short distance to join the Cape Cod Rail Trail at Arnold’s or just have a lobster roll there. By car we ventured out to Chatham to shop, Wellfleet to sail, Provincetown to fish and Eastham’s bay beaches to swim and watch the sunset. We need a vacation from this vacation house! Sincere thanks to Barbara and Ross for sharing their home and for the great memories we take home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Camille B., Madison WI

23 Aug 2017

Pictures don't even do this home justice !

Coming home to this retreat was a warm hug around our family of four (two adults, two boys). Its got peaceful, cool, easy, and happy energy. My husband and I felt very happy to have a separate area all ourselves (love you kids, mean it, we'll be upstairs on the deck). The kitchen is equipped with anything you need (eg marshmallow roasting sticks, lobster pot, plenty of utensils of all kinds, and herbs). The house is very spacious, more so than how the pictures depict it. The convenience to Coast Guard beach enabled us to ride our bikes when the lot was full! The Rail Trail is just a skip away, we loved the play ground down the street, kids brought a basketball and enjoyed a sweet court. Rode bikes back and forth a few times by themselves. Arnolds right up the street is fan-freakin-tastic. Barabara & Ross greeted us warmly. We felt welcome from the minute we arrived. Even though they are right next door, we experienced it as a pleasure, there was complete privacy but also a comfort knowing that if we needed a thing, we could ask. Turns out, we needed nothing. Barbara noticed the hammock rope was getting a bit fringed, and placed a new on the back deck! My youngest loved the hammock. It's the small things like that that set this place a part from others: Large beautifully landscaped yard; quiet dirt road; clothes line out back; private bedroom for young teen (and the futon was preferable to the twin bunk bed); and semi-private for younger brother; the bird feeders and bath that bring in beautiful creatures; outdoor fire place was safe and easy--there was plenty of wood left over from previous stays and a fresh bunch on the patio for us; seeing swans on minister pond from the canoe; second story deck puts you in the tree tops; the couches beg you to nestle and watch lots of Red Sox games since you've beached all day; office space in upstairs room for your occasional need to work a bit, and a jacuzzi to remind you that you are on a seriously great vacation; very good tasting city water through tap, but also distilled/reverse osmosis provided ; encouragement to compost; recyciing made easy; espresso machine; deep kitchen sink and very efficient dishwasher, gas powered stove top, easy to use laundry, plenty of towels/linens. We did not use the fireplace inside, but it sure is pretty. We didn't use the coffee maker in the bathroom upstairs, but how cool that it's there! The house spoils you, but is not pretentious and that is how we like to vacation!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Barbara and Ross McDonald

Ross and Barbara are beach lovers and look forward to sharing their house with like minded people. Both hard workers, they find their peace and relaxation enjoying Cape Cod's natural beauty with family and friends. Owners live in barn cottage on property.

Why they chose this property

This started as a tiny pond side cottage which has been lovingly expanded over many years. It is now a comfortable retreat from the 'busy-ness' of Cape Cod summers, nestled on a dirt road close to bike trails, and the ocean, pond and bay beaches of Cape Cod. Fresh water fishing from the private dock is at your doorstep. Those who wish to cook will find the gourmet kitchen inviting. The open living plan allows not only for great family time, but for lovely breezes to keep you cool all summer. A stroll up the dirt road will bring you to a full size public playground adjoining the local elementary school. Swings, climbing jungle, basketball courts and baseball diamond are all free for your use.

What makes this property unique

Easy access to the bike trails, the beaches. Quiet dirt road still a stone's throw to Arnold's famous Clam Bar and the National Seashore Visitor's Center. Pond frontage with a floatation, launching dock, a canoe and row boat one can use to enjoy the water and a stone fireplace at pond's edge for intimate family gatherings

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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