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Stunning Newer Cape Cottage Overlooks Broad Cove in Onset

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Front of house overlooking the lovely yard and Broad Cove
sit on the front porch and enjoy the beautiful views
open living area, dining, front foyer and entrance
front foyer with view of front bedroom and living room window seats and stairs
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Onset, MA
  • Onset Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Water Wizz
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Massachusetts Maritime Academy
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Stunning Newer Cape Cottage Overlooks Broad Cove in Onset

Spectacular, 4 bedroom, 2 bath Cape Cod “Cottage” home completed in June, 2008 Twenty-six windows provide beautiful views of the water. Relax on the front porch, enjoy the boats going by as well as the glorious sunsets. Swim in the warm water in front of the house that is just across a small one way street on Broad Cove or spend time at the private beach a few houses away. You can also walk less than 10 minutes to our beautiful main beach in Onset Village. Try stand-up paddle boarding or kayaking in the gentle warm waters of the cove. Enjoy the new Buzzards Bay sailing center. Outside hot/cold shower to rinse off when returning from the beaches.

This warm and inviting home has a two story entrance foyer: First floor has an open living room, dining room and kitchen. Two bedrooms each with full bed & downstairs bathroom with shower stall and where the washer and dryer is conveniently located. Second floor also has two bedrooms, one queen size bed and the other has a queen and twin bed. Upstairs bathroom with tub/shower and double sinks. Ceiling fans add to the already wonderful breezes and of course the central air conditioning is always available. Maximum number of overnight guests is Nine.

Our seaside Victorian village center is just a short walk away. Park your car, stroll the water’s edge enjoying all the beautiful views along the way. Our home is located just outside the village and you are able to walk to all the restaurants, stores and events.

Our village also features a full schedule of events,(Onset Village Website, Onset Bay Association Website) many fabulous dining venues, ice cream shops, shopping, gift shops, day spa, yoga, almost nightly outdoor entertainment, new sailing center, pickle ball, Cape Cod Canal cruises, fishing charter boats, fishing, kayaking, public boat ramp, marina and boat rentals, endless adventures on the water and limitless views. Enjoy an atmosphere that’s a little quieter, less hurried and escape to a less crowded paradise A memory in the making. We are a quaint, classic seaside village with wonderful views everywhere you look.

Golfing, water park, Mass Maritime Academy, Marine Life Center, Cape Cod Canal bike path, bridges, major shopping centers, splash pad, train rides, miniature golf, batting cages, bumper boats, whale watching trips, farmers markets, additional restaurants and many other activities are just a short distance drive away.

Onset beach was a previous winner as the best upper Cape beach as voted by the readers of Cape Cod Life magazine with its gentle warm waters and spectacular groomed sand overlooking the entrance to the Cape Cod Canal, water surrounds us and you can swim almost everywhere. In 2020, Onset Harbor was rated the second best harbor in America by US Harbors

We also have a charming, beautifully remodeled 1 bedroom cottage available next door. If you have a larger group and want some privacy check VRBO listing 572805.
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Keywords: Beach House

Property manager

Janis Wentzell

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0046163100

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

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Onset, MA

What's nearby

  • Onset Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shell Point Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Water Wizz - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Massachusetts Maritime Academy - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Swifts Beach - 19 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 4 min drive
  • Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Onset Beach Patio and Grille - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Papa Gino's/D'Angelo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Newer Cape Cottage Overlooks Broad Cove in Onset pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Newer Cape Cottage Overlooks Broad Cove in Onset?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Newer Cape Cottage Overlooks Broad Cove in Onset?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Newer Cape Cottage Overlooks Broad Cove in Onset located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luis H.

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

Great place for family

We were so happy with our vacation in Onset. Beautiful view, great location, lovely property owner. The house is perfect for a family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

A home away from home

This is the most quaint Onset home I've ever stayed in. The photos are accurate and honestly it's even more adorable in person. The home is well cared for and all your needs are thought of. The owner asks you to respect the home and you will because it feels as though it is your own. It's steps from a sandy beach that is great for small children. It's walking distance from Onset Village with great restaurants and entertainment. The owner is the sweetest and if you have the time to chat with her about the history of the home you will be so impressed. The home is immaculately clean. Bring your own beach towels and sand toys for kids but otherwise it has it all! If you have a lot of kids I would recommend a wagon for bringing belongings to the beach. It's a short walk. I love this home and will be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARLENE B.

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

Family vacation at the water

We stayed with out 3 adult children and their spouses for a week of beach, games, relaxing and lots of laughs. Our host was amazing as well as the property! Janis was easy to reach with any questions and the sweetest person! Her property was in pristine condition and perfect for 4 couples. The lawn was perfect for yard games and the porch was perfect for conversation and family photos. We will be staying there again in the future. She even gave us a welcome gift bag--so thoughtful. It was easy to see that she enjoys her guests!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha G.

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

Onset

Our vacation was wonderful! The house was just beautiful and had everything we needed. Janis was very accommodating and was always available for any questions we might have. The town was within walking distance to go to restaurants and to get ice cream! We had a delightful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim m.

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

Perfect

Great clean comfortable home! Within walking distance of almost everything. Perfect low key town. Good family vibe. Janis has really thought of everything to make your stay great! Thank you Janis!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

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

Great wee

Great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

The Place to Stay In Onset!

Janis does a fantastic job as an owner to make sure that you have everything that you need! We always have a great stay here and are so close to shops, dining and the ocean. Would highly recommend! The Bakers
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

The Brown’s Fifty

We had a wonderful time in this house. Our family enjoyed the village, walking, beach and wonderful places to eat. The excellent view of the water was so relaxing from the porch. Hope to come back again. The house was so nicely decorated and so very clean. We loved it! The owner is a delightful person who was so welcoming to my family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Great property! Great location!

Very clean and well furnished.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Fantastic Rental in Onset Village!

We have been renting on Onset for many many years. The houses in the village often leave alot to be desired. This rental was fantastic! The decor was spot on and had more than enough room for everyone. It has a very nice yard that faces the water and is within walking distance to restaurants, activities and the beaches. Janis the owner was a great host! The WiFi and AC were much appreciated! We have already booked for next year. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle B., Wallingford, CT

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

Beautiful Home

Janis is a lovely host. Check in and check out was very easy. The home is beautiful and very clean. My family and I had a lot of fun going to the beach, going into town, and just hanging around the house. Janis even left the sweetest gift bag, with a bunch of little gifts and treats for us to enjoy. I would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking in the Onset area. Thank you for a great stay Janis!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Grandparents and grandchildren reunion

Outstanding property and location. Peaceful, quiet and relaxing week spent with family. Walking distance to great restaurants and beaches. Lots to do and see.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Family vacation

Our first family vacation when all of us were there at one time. Ages 4 months to 101. We had a great time! The house is perfect with the four bedrooms and the wonderful front porch. We could have not asked for a better house. The beach across the street was a bonus. Hope to be able to be there again next year. Janis is a superb host.

10/10 Excellent

Joanna D.

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

TL; DR: Great house for a big family with littles and yes we’d rent again!

Janis is a very conscientious host! What I loved the most - she changes out the shower curtains!!! Hotels don’t even do that. I was a bit nervous staying at a rental during this time, but Janis’ attention to detail was especially appreciated during the pandemic: ⁃ Complete sets of towels and comforters that the previous guests didn’t have. So she washes them of course, but it’s great to know they also sat for days since being used. ⁃ She requested we bring our own pillows due to covid....but I have to be honest, thinking about it now I’m shocked I haven’t been bringing my own pillows all along. Thinking about sleeping on pillows a stranger just mouth-breathed all over totally freaks me out. LOL ⁃ She left us the nicest, most thoughtful gift I have ever received at a rental! Was a wonderful surprise. The house: ⁃ The only thing that surprised me was the photos are so well done you don’t realize there is a house between you and the cove. Once I got over the vision I had in my head, all was fantastic. ⁃ The AC is SO powerful you have to figure out what works for your family so you’re not freezing at night. We found 74 to be perfect for us. Or if the weather is nice and it’s not humid, the rooms get some amazing cross breezes. (Perfect for afternoon naps!) ⁃ The set up works GREAT for a family. 2 bdrm downstairs and 3/4 bath and 2 bdrm upstairs and full bath we took for those with kiddos. (Rooms upstairs are big enough for a pack-n-play.) I’ll also add double sinks upstairs is awesome for nighttime routines. 1 bdrm on each floor has TV. ⁃ The porch and yard are a DREAM. we’ve spent every morning and night rocking on the porch and then if not at the beach we hang out in the yard. Reviews didn’t mention the fantastic tree that gives shade in the yard you can follow all day. Our family of sun worshippers & shade lovers were both happy. ⁃ Fast & efficient washer & dryer has come in handy. It is in the bathroom next to the kitchen so super easy to get in a quick load. ⁃ Grill is also getting a workout and Janis always has extra propane at the ready. The beach: ⁃ The beach itself is perfect sized if you have little kids. Water is very shallow and plenty of sand to play in. I would recommend water shoes as the bottom is a bit mucky. ⁃ We’ve seen some older kids catching crabs and other tiny fish in the water and loving it. ⁃ Janis provided beach chairs. Bring a wagon for sure! Convenient walk - 2 min if that
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Comfortable, quiet, convenient. Lovely place.

Good experience renting. No problems.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

stephen s.

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

Great trip

The property and location were exactly as presented, you won't miss if choose to stay here in Onset!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather M. G.

Truly amazing!

We absolutely loved your home. You and your husband Walter’s attention to detail lovingly shines throughout. Our family couldn’t have found a better place to spend our vacation. But more importantly, a better hostess than you, Janis. We tried to do it justice by filling it with love, laughter, family, and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Beautiful home with great yard

This house was perfect for our stay. Clean, comfortable, and Janis was extremely accommodating. Close to lots of attractions and the little village is adorable. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA S., FLORIDA

We had a wonderful stay the house was magnificent everthing we needed for our week in the cape.

The property is beautiful and very well Kept. We had a wonderful time water was withi. Walking distance. Janis was Great showed us around the property made us very welcomed. Had some brochures and made suggestion of places to visit very helpful. I would definitely recommend this property to friend and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Perfect Property and Wonderful Location!

This place was the first spot for a waterfront vacation. My wife and I brought our kids and have our parents stay at the house for a combined vacation. The beach was perfect for swimming and we took advantage of all that Onset and Buzzards Bay has to offer. The owner was a true pleasure to work with and we could not have been happier with how she managed all the details of our visit. I highly recommend staying here! We had a blast and thanks again for hosting!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Beautiful home, convenient to locations

Beautiful home, convenient to locations
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., San Leandro, CA

Beautiful home!

We had a wonderful week long stay. The house was so clean and beautiful. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking in. The views were gorgeous. We loved the front porch and front yard. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

Perfect Family Vacation

What an amazing place to stay! From the moment we arrived, Janis greeted us with kindness as was so excited to show us her "cottage." This place has everything you could think of! She takes great pride in her property, the whole house was spotless and up to date. We had 6 adults and 2 children and there was plenty of room for everyone. My 2 little girls loved the sandy beach a short walk down the road. Most of the week they had the beach all to themselves! Onset Village (also a short walk or very short drive) had plenty of restaurants to choose from and also a small grocery store. The house is in a very quiet and friendly neighborhood, which definitely helped contribute to a relaxing vacation. The yard was large enough for the kids to run around and play and we could see the water from the yard and inside the house. My family can't thank you enough Janis for allowing us to all have a relaxing family getaway together.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine H., Vernon

Great location, beautiful home!

Beautiful newer home that is very welcoming. The yard was spacious for playing outdoor games and having meals. The proximity of this wonderful home is ideally located within steps to the water to drop in the kayaks, walking or biking distance to dining, events, the pier. Only a few minutes to the canal where you can rent a bike and go down the path along the canal or enjoy the visitors center with lots of activities for everyone. Onset Village was just a great place to relax. Quiet neighborhood. Away from the busyness of the cape yet close enough to get anywhere. We truly enjoyed our stay in Janis's home. She was a fabulous host with lots of insight as to what is going on in the area and places to go. Janis made us feel like we were old friends and not just someone renting out her home. What a great start and finish to vacation. Thank you Janis for your hospitality and making this such a wonderful retreat for our family to enjoy! Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Perfect Family Home by the Beach

This home was perfect for my extended family to relax and enjoy the beach for a week. Janis was a thoughtful host, and her care for the home and her guests really shows. She uses the term "cottage" to be humorous-- the house is spacious, and essentially brand new, with all the amenities you could need. Thanks to the open living area, the porch and front yard, we felt very comfortable even with 7 adults and 2 children. Some of our favorite things about the cottage were: the outdoor shower after coming back from Sandy Beach; happy hour on the the front porch and watching the sunset after the kids were in bed; the perfect location in walking distance to the shops and restaurants at the center of Onset; playing soccer and popping bubbles on the front lawn, and kayaking around the bay. While in Onset, we also enjoyed a sunset Canal Cruise, the Falmouth Road Race, a fishing trip thanks to a boat rental at Stonebridge Marina, and a visit to the Woods Hole Aquarium. Our perfect weather was good luck, and so was finding this place! Before the week was over, we had already begun planning our trip next summer. Thank you, Janis!

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Hosted by Janis Wentzell

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