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Private Beach. Big Beach house. Kayaks. SUP boards.

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En la playa, sillas reclinables de playa
Áreas de la propiedad
Refrigerador, microondas, horno, placa de cocina
Smart TV, reproductor de DVD, mesa de ping pong, libros
Smart TV, reproductor de DVD, mesa de ping pong, libros

Opiniones

9,8 de 10
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Casa entera

5 habitaciones2 bañosCapacidad para 10186 m²

Servicios principales

  • Vista al mar
  • Cocina
  • Lavadora
  • Secadora
  • Wifi gratuito
  • Aire acondicionado

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Private Beach. Big Beach house. Kayaks. SUP boards.

En esta casa de vacaciones en la playa podrás divertirte con tu familia gracias a instalaciones como un área de juegos para niños y asador. Esta casa de vacaciones dispone de 5 habitaciones, y tiene wifi gratis y reproductor de DVD. La cocina está equipada con refrigerador, horno, placa de cocina y microondas. Se incluye un servicio de limpieza con previa solicitud.
Los habitaciones de esta casa de vacaciones disponen de aire acondicionado, reproductor de DVD y cafetera/tetera. Las habitaciones disponen de balcón. El mobiliario se compone de una silla de escritorio, una mesa de comedor y una isla de cocina. La cocina está dotada de refrigerador, placa de cocina, microondas y utensilios de cocina. Los baños están equipados con bañera o ducha y secador de pelo.

Los huéspedes pueden navegar por la web gracias al acceso a wifi gratis. Todas las habitaciones disponen de Smart TV. Se proporciona servicio de limpieza previa solicitud.

Se pueden practicar las siguientes actividades de recreación y esparcimiento en las instalaciones o cerca de la propiedad (es posible que se aplique un cargo).

Servicios en la propiedad

Playa

  • En la playa
  • Tumbonas de playa

Esquí

  • Esquí de fondo en las inmediaciones

Internet

  • Disponible en la casa: wifi gratis

Aparcamiento y servicios de transporte

  • Se recomienda coche
  • Aparcamiento en las instalaciones

Cocina

  • Cafetera y tetera
  • Especias
  • Frigorífico
  • Hervidor eléctrico
  • Horno
  • Isla de cocina
  • Lavavajillas
  • Licuadora
  • Microondas
  • Molinillo de café
  • Olla para cocinar langostas
  • Papel de cocina
  • Placa de cocina
  • Tostadora
  • Vajilla y utensilios de cocina

Restaurante

  • Mesa de comedor

Dormitorios

  • 5 dormitorios

Baño

  • 2 baños
  • Bañera o ducha
  • Ducha
  • Papel higiénico
  • Secador de pelo

Zonas comunes

  • Horno de leña
  • Mesa de comedor
  • Sala de estar

Entretenimiento

  • Juegos
  • Libros
  • Reproductor de DVD
  • Smart TV con canales por cable o satélite
  • Videoteca

Zonas al aire libre

  • Balcón
  • Parrilla de barbacoa

Servicios de lavandería

  • Lavadora
  • Lavandería

Espacios de trabajo

  • Silla de despacho

Confort

  • Aire acondicionado
  • Calefacción

Mascotas

  • No se admiten mascotas

Características especiales/accesibilidad

  • Alojamiento libre de humo

Servicios e instalaciones

  • Plancha o tabla de planchar
  • Servicio de limpieza a petición

Aspectos destacados de la ubicación

  • Cerca del puerto deportivo
  • En un pueblo
  • Frente al agua

Actividades

  • Aparcamiento para bicicletas
  • Barco
  • Equipo para deportes acuáticos
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Ping-pong
  • Tenis
  • Avistamiento de ballenas en las inmediaciones
  • Baloncesto en las inmediaciones
  • Ciclismo en las inmediaciones
  • Equitación en las inmediaciones
  • Esquí acuático en las inmediaciones
  • Golf en las inmediaciones
  • Kayak en las inmediaciones
  • Lanchas motoras en las inmediaciones
  • Natación en las inmediaciones
  • Observación de aves en las inmediaciones
  • Paravelismo en las inmediaciones
  • Paseos para ver animales salvajes en las inmediaciones
  • Pesca en las inmediaciones
  • Rutas de senderismo/ciclismo en las inmediaciones
  • Rutas ecológicas en las inmediaciones
  • Surf/bodyboard en las inmediaciones
  • Vela en las inmediaciones
  • Windsurf en las inmediaciones

Medidas de seguridad

  • Detector de monóxido de carbono (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en el alojamiento)
  • Detector de humo (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de humo en el alojamiento)
  • Botiquín
  • Extintor

General

  • Al menos un 80 % de la iluminación procede de LED
  • Aparcamiento para bicicletas
  • Se utilizan productos de limpieza ecológicos
  • Servicio de limpieza (previa solicitud)
  • Tamaño de la unidad: 186 metros cuadrados
  • Ventanas con doble acristalamiento

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Políticas

Check-in

Hora de inicio del check-in: 15:00

Edad mínima para hacer el check-in: 30 años

Check-out

Check-out antes de la(s) 10:00

Instrucciones especiales para el check-in

Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.

La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.

Mascotas

No se aceptan mascotas

Niños y camas adicionales

Los niños son bienvenidos.

No se permiten fiestas ni eventos

No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.

Información importante

Importante

Puede aplicarse un cargo por cada persona adicional, según la política de la propiedad.
Es posible que se solicite un documento de identidad con foto emitido por las autoridades gubernamentales, y una tarjeta de crédito, débito o depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto.
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden conllevar cargos adicionales.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
Esta propiedad usa productos de limpieza ecológicos.
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
Las medidas de seguridad de la propiedad incluyen extintor de incendios y botiquín de primeros auxilios
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo electrónico de Vrbo con un enlace que te llevará a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.
Número de registro de propiedad: C0126923180

Información adicional

Se recomienda acceder a este hospedaje en auto.

Información de la zona

Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra en la playa, en Wellfleet. Commercial Street es un punto de interés famoso y la belleza natural del área puede apreciarse en Cape Cod National Seashore y Cape Cod Beaches. ¿Viajas con niños? No te pierdas Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill y Atlantic Spice Company. Las actividades como kayak y ski acuático ofrecen una gran oportunidad de disfrutar del agua y, si buscas un poco de adrenalina, puedes hacer caminatas o ciclismo en senderos y ecotours en los alrededores. Visitar nuestra guía de viaje de Wellfleet
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Puntos de interés

  • Cape Cod Beaches
    Cape Cod Beaches
    1 min a pie - 0.0 km
  • Wellfleet Preservation Hall
    Wellfleet Preservation Hall
    3 min en auto - 2.9 km
  • Playa Mayo
    2 min a pie - 0.2 km
  • Playa Powers Landing
    2 min a pie - 0.2 km
  • Biblioteca pública de Wellfleet
    3 min en auto - 2.5 km

Opciones de transporte

  • A. Municipal de Provincetown (PVC): 29 minutos en auto

Restaurantes

  • Cumberland Farms
    14 min en auto
  • Cumberland Farms
    4 min en auto
  • Dunkin'
    4 min en auto
  • 4940 Brickhouse Restaurant
    14 min en auto
  • Mac's Market & Kitchen Eastham
    13 min en auto

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Private Beach. Big Beach house. Kayaks. SUP boards. acepta mascotas?

No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.

¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en Private Beach. Big Beach house. Kayaks. SUP boards.?

Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en Private Beach. Big Beach house. Kayaks. SUP boards.?

Hora de inicio de check-in: 15:00.

¿A qué hora es el check-out en Private Beach. Big Beach house. Kayaks. SUP boards.?

Check-out: 10:00.

¿Dónde se encuentra Private Beach. Big Beach house. Kayaks. SUP boards.?

En la playa, esta casa de vacaciones de Wellfleet se encuentra a pasos de Cape Cod Beaches, Playa Mayo y Playa Powers Landing. Indian Neck Beach y Biblioteca pública de Wellfleet también se encuentran a 3 km.

Opiniones de Private Beach. Big Beach house. Kayaks. SUP boards.

Opiniones

Excepcional

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Evaluación: 10 - Excelente. 42 de 47 opiniones
Evaluación: 8 - Bueno. 3 de 47 opiniones
Evaluación: 6 - Aceptable. 0 de 47 opiniones
Evaluación: 4 - Mediocre. 2 de 47 opiniones
Evaluación: 2 - Terrible. 0 de 47 opiniones

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Limpieza

9,8

Ubicación

Opiniones

Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Judy S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

A week of great memories in a perfect location!

The Seashells large house was perfect for our amazing family reunion. I had vacationed there as a child and it was so meaningful for me to share my memories with my adult children and grandchildren. The house is large and comfortable and very well equipped. Location can’t be beat! Right on the beach and easy walk to the harbor and town. Would definitely return! You won’t be disappointed!
Se hospedó 7 noches en junio de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Jessica M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Great place for a big group

Really pleasant comfortable house. The bedrooms are comfortable, and for a beach cottage there's reasonable privacy. The common area is really pleasant, and we loved the deck. Swimming right outside at high tide, enjoying the snails and crabs at low tide, walking down the beach into town, and kayaking out to Great Island were real highlights. Howie was great to communicate with. Would definitely stay again with a big group!
Se hospedó 7 noches en junio de 2019
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Gwen P.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Peaceful and beautiful view

The Seashells is fantastic for all ages. The house was great and well equipped. Easy back and forth from the beach and the beach is so peaceful. Highly recommend water shoes due to the shells. We loved watching the daily going ons in the bay. We loved Wellfleet Center and the Drive In Movie Theater.
Se hospedó 7 noches en junio de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Laura K.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Perfect family vacation

Beds are good, kitchen well-equipped. Perfect setup for adults and kids. The backyard is fun with the ping pong and the kid’s toys and sand. The beach is beautiful and perfect for kids and launching kayaks. View from upstairs deck is lovely. Communication with owner excellent. We all had a great week, thanks
Se hospedó 7 noches en septiembre de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Terry T.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Great beach location and access to Wellfleet

The proximity to the beach (literally 40 steps, as listed) is amazing. We had relaxing days at the private beach area and enjoyed paddling to the beach on Great Island with the provided kayaks. The bike or walk to local restaurants is an easy mile down the road and downtown is just about 1.5 miles. We loved driving the 2.5 miles to Duck Harbor for sunset. The owner had great restaurant and activity recommendations. We enjoyed using the big well-stocked kitchen and sitting area, as well as the spacious deck. Couple things to know: the house is not really 5 bedrooms, as one of them is a walk-through to get to the master bedroom. The cost of the rental goes up by a lot (cost of an additional night’s stay per additional person)if you have more than 6 people. The price is reflected in the booking process, but something you wouldn’t know if, like me, you booked it for yourself and then invited guests. Finally, while the deck was great, replacement of the mismatched and rusted furniture would be a huge improvement. Overall a really fantastic week in Wellfleet!
Se hospedó 7 noches en mayo de 2021
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Jennifer F.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Perfect location and spacious!

Perfect house for just staying home or venturing out! It provided us the space we needed to have family time as well as alone time. We enjoyed the beaches in the area and much needed time away!
Se hospedó 7 noches en abril de 2021
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Mark W.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Beachside house packed with fun

So many wonderful things about this property. This was our first time to Cape Cod. The location, just steps from the beach, was ideal and the view from the deck was beautiful. The beach is calm and the tide is low, so it was a great place for the kids to play in the water, discover 'beach treasures' and climb among the rocks. The beach itself would have been enough but there was so much more available. Kayaks and floats for water fun, a ping-pong table in the backyard, and numerous books, games, and a smart TV for night activities and during the one day when it rained. We are a family of 5, but there was so much sleeping space we could have easily accommodated our extended family. The open second floor with kitchen, dining, and living room was ideal for family togetherness. The owner was very accommodating. We very much enjoyed our time here. Thank you !
Se hospedó 4 noches en octubre de 2020
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10/10 Excelente

Michael L.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

“Best vacation ever!!” The kids have spoken...all 7 of them.

Our family of 9 loved staying in the Main house. Upstairs kitchen, family room, deck, and views of the Bay were fantastic! The owner, Howie, was very friendly and accessible long before, at check-in, and during our week long stay. Everything was “as described” so no unpleasant surprises. We arrived with two vehicles and high expectations, which were amply met. With COVID-19, we purchased travel insurance just in case. The 2-story house was very clean and well stocked with board games. We also made good use of the kayaks and the outdoor ping pong table. Although we didn’t need to, we also packed our own towels, pillows and bed coverings. Howie’s restaurant recommendations, particularly for takeout were quite helpful. And his suggestion to bring old sneakers for hiking (which we did a LOT of) or just for going out to explore with the low tide, was key. Highly recommend the Sea Shells Main House, especially with Howie as the owner!
Se hospedó 7 noches en junio de 2020
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10/10 Excelente

Kent M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Excellent trip

Amazing beach vacation. We stayed with my wife, 2 two year old daughters, my parents, sister/niece and brother/fiancé and it was perfect. Howie was very responsive and the location is amazing.
Se hospedó 14 noches en junio de 2020
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8/10 Buena

Edith L.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación

Satisfactory

We miss read agreement arriving with no linens. Owner very helpful to provide actess to linens. Many thanks. Beds comfortable. Very spacious. Smelled musty on arrival which with heat cleared up. Better for families than individuals because one bath thru bedroom other downstairs.
Se hospedó 4 noches en octubre de 2019
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10/10 Excelente

Wendy R.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Perfect location for beach relaxation, restaurants, boating and conservation

Comfortable and low key
Se hospedó 7 noches en septiembre de 2019
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10/10 Excelente

Kirsten H.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Perfect stay

Loved the location. We could bike to all the beaches and town. Lovely views of the bay. Kids had a great time finding little creatures in the bay. We used the kayaks quite a bit and that was a real bonus. Liked the comfortable open lay out of the living room dining room and kitchen. We had a party of ten and there was plenty of space.
Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2019
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Sara M.

Wellfleet Harbor Dream

We've stayed at this house several times and always had a really wonderful time. The location right by the bay is a huge asset, the big kitchen and dining table are well-suited to cooking for large groups, and the deck is a lovely spot to spend time reading or lounging. Wellfleet is a super charming town within an easy bike ride from the house. We look forward to many future visits to this special spot!
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10/10 Excelente

Sara M.

Great space for a family or group right on the bay

I loved my stay at Main House in Wellfleet. Being right on the bay was amazing, and it's also very close to the pier, to town, to ponds and ocean beaches. The house is great for accommodating groups with lots of space to lounge and eat together.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Alfonsina J.

A lot for the money

“Big beach house with kayaks.” That’s what we wanted and that’s what we got. We’ll be back! Highly recommend if you like water sports in a beautiful uncrowded setting.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Alfonsina J.

A lot of house for the money

“Big beach house with kayaks.” That’s what we wanted and that’s what we got . We’ll be back! Highly recommend if you like water sports in a beautiful , uncrowded setting.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Sara M.

Gorgeous Location!

Main House, Sea Shells cottages, Wellfleet. Everyone that we wanted was here. We're an extended family - 4 years old to 88! The property is presented accurately, though the owner has an individual site with lots more pictures. He is easy to reach and we did have one minor issue which was fixed within hours. Wellfleet is pretty far out Cape Cod, 100 miles from Boston. But the beaches and restaurants are terrific and less crowded. We visited the ocean beaches with their big waves and shark warnings, and the ponds which have crystal clear water and are very peaceful. Mostly though we hung around the Main House beach which is on the bay side of Wellfleet. It's just steps away - not a staircase, just walking steps - quiet, beautiful, great swimming and boating, relaxing, interesting to explore the sea bottom at low tide... For restaurants we liked Winslows and the Wicked Oyster. At the house we liked having ping-pong. A 2nd frig was handy. We would definitely recommend and come back if our family's schedule allows.
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10/10 Excelente

Ed H.

So much fun in one week!

“Big beach house in Wellfleet with kayaks.” Thats what we wanted and that’s what we got. Wellfleet is such a great location for beginner OR advanced kayakers. And the 5 sit-on-tops included - they can’t sink and you could hardly flip them over if you tried. We also enjoyed going on a 1/2 day fishing excursion with the Naviator out of Wellfleet Pier. We all caught fish. For a tip they cleaned and filleted them, and we ate our catch for dinner! The house itself is straightforward and as described on Vrbo. One of the 5 bedrooms is a “walk- thru” bedroom. One is very small. There were no ant problems which we’ve found to be the case at other Cape Cod rentals. The owners seem ‘hands on’ in taking care of the property. Having 2 big living rooms on separate floors with TVs was nice. So was the ping pong. We could’ve really used 2 weeks. I recommend the Main House and Wellfleet in general if you like active and outdoorsy vacations.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Alfonsina J.

Great vacation! Great Cape Cod location

We all had a great time as usual. (1st review. Our 3rd stay) We’re ages 3 to 65 and there’s fun and relaxing activities for all of us. The Sea Shells beach is top notch , really peaceful, and perfect for the kids. We love the kayaks, the ping pong in back, Great Island, Wellfleet oysters and local fresh fish... Everything about the house is as advertised. And nice and quiet at night. Thanks Howie. Wellfleet’s the best!
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Sara M.

Best Cape Cod vacation ever! Wellfleet is SWEET

We've vacationed on Cape Cod before but this was our first time in Wellfleet. Wellfleet is a little more expensive than the average Cape Cod location but definitely offers the best of Cape Cod - quiet not crowded, VERY beautiful, Cape Cod National Seashore, and it's an adorable little fishing village with a quaint town center. The Main House is part of the 'Sea Shells cottages' - the cottages are close to the Main House- but its very quiet. We had all the privacy we wanted. The house was clean and comfortable. The kitchen is very well equipped and pleasant for our 2 cooks. It's an open layout. The bedrooms are small to medium, but there's a 1st floor living/family room (in a addition to a living room upstairs) which is huge. Our older kids hung out there to watch TV and play board games while the adults gathered in the 2nd floor living room. There's games, toys, DVDs, and a lot of books. Our family likes to swim and we loved the swimming there. The water temp felt unusually warm and it was nice not to worry about rip tides or sharks. The kids also enjoyed the ping-pong in back. We took the kayaks out every day but one - including my 80 year old mother - paddling to Great Island. The tides make it look different every day! There were new things to discover all the time. Probably the thing we all loved best was just being so close to the beach, being able to come and go, no need to drive anywhere, park... Everything was as advertised and Howie was very easy to communicate with and had some helpful suggestions like about the nearby lakes . Besides the beach activities and ping-pong we liked walking down to Wellfleet Pier for ice cream. Also, a whale watch excursion. I would recommend Main House, especially to families and extended families like ours.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Sara M.

Our BEST Cape Cod vacation!

We've been coming to Cape Cod for 8 years, mostly to the Lower Cape. This was our first time in Wellfleet, recommended by friends. Wellfleet is a little more expensive, and further out to drive, but worth it. It's quieter, not crowded. The National Seashore is beautiful. Kayaking there was quite an adventure for our kids! They also enjoyed collecting shells and little sea creatures at low tide. The swimming was great, the water temp was unusually warm for Cape Cod. And it was nice to not have to worry about rip tides and sharks. The house was larger than expected, though the bedrooms are small. There's a family room that functioned as a living room for kids to play board games and watch TV - it's a very big room. Howie was easy to communicate with and accommodated us by installing a portable A/C in one of the bedrooms.
Opinión verificada

4/10 Mala

Ben H.

Below average beach and house

Pros: Big 2nd floor living area including kitchen, living room, and deck--by far the best quality of the house. The space behind the house has ping pong and sand for kids to play in. Kayaks were fun to take out. A few of us made it to the great island once. Wellfleet is a nice Cape town with lots of food options if you don't want to cook in. Cons: Not a sandy beach. The private beach is covered in rocks, and the tide goes out 1/4 mile leaving mud flats behind, so the kids could only swim during high tide.You have to have water shoes. Plus you can't really see the beach from the house, but you can see the water over the tops of the beachside cottages. Not a good house/area for little kids. The houses are extremely close together and the owner contacted us that people complained that they could hear the baby crying and toddlers when they were outside playing in the sand. Huh? That's what babies/kids do! It's an old house and needs lots of updating. We had issues with the dryer which burned clothes, and one of the two showers was broken a few days. The owner did offer to compensate a nominal amount. The couches smelled very musty and "used". Awkward room layouts. The "6th sleeping room" is not exactly private even with the door closed, because one of the other rooms is attached making it another pass through situation like the bedrooms upstairs. So really one private BR, one with bunk beds, and the others are pass throughs.
Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2018
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Kari L.

Wonderful spot in Wellfleet!

Great spot on the bay! Large house and great kitchen!
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

Alejandro G.

Terrific beach house

Had a great week in Wellfleet. The house was exactly what we were looking for - spacious, casual and comfortable. The kids loved the kayaks and ping pong table, and being right on the bay beach, with great ocean and pond beaches a short drive away, was perfect.
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

Jared W.

Can it get any better?

With the beach steps away and the calm feel of this house, I just cant say enough superlatives to describe how good this place is. It is exactly as advertised and provides the comforts of home yet the casual relaxed atmosphere where all feel welcome. We shared this place last summer as two couples with kids and had SUCH A GREAT TIME! The location is ideal as the men could escape for an escapade in Wellfleet's quaint village while the mothers and children could relax between the beach and shade. The weather was hot and to have the bay there to cool off was divine. I only wish we could have stayed all summer!