House in Westport, MA

Traditional cottage on Horseneck Beach

Traditional cottage on Horseneck Beach

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Newly added Four-Seasons Sunroom brings the outdoor living inside
Overlooking salt marsh and "The Let" bay. Master bedroom
Overlooking bay The Let, nesting osprey and cruiser, June 2019
Nesting osprey. View from deck June 2019
House View from Driveway

Overview of Traditional cottage on Horseneck Beach

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Westport, MA
  • Popular LocationHorseneck Beach State Reservation1 min walk
  • Popular LocationHorseneck State Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationGooseberry Island3 min drive
  • AirportBoston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Traditional cottage on Horseneck Beach

This cozy yet spectacular beach Cottage abuts and overlooks saltmarsh and “the Let” – Bay of Westport River. The secluded house is built on a barrier beach and is completely surrounded by wooded preservation lands inside Horseneck Beach State Reservation, offering the freedom of roaming yet with maximum privacy. Wildlife abundant. “Bay - The Let” is in backyard and Horseneck Beach is right across street. Walking distance to Goosebury Island and Massachusetts Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary “Allens Pond”.
The house is fully furnished with furniture and appliances. It has a glassed Sunroom overlooking the bay and yard, a screened porch, and a deck for for family gatherings. The master bedroom has a patio overlooking the bay and ocean.
This is an excellent getaway for families of all ages pursuing summer’s fun on beach and enjoying coastal serenity and natural beauty - Biking, surfing, swimming, fishing/shell fishing, boating, Kayaking/canoeing, and birding, or simply relaxing on beach. A new bike path built by the state of Mass in 2020 across street passes beach, bay and the harbor leading to Gooseberry Island.
“The Let” offers activities such as kayaking, canoeing, shell fishing/fishing, or birding. Bring your own kayak or canoe and launch them at the Emma Tripp Landing on East Beach Road nearby. Our guests are welcome to use our kayaks and launch sal marsh in the backyard. Or simply walk in backyard on saltmarsh or the shorelines for fishing of crabs, mussels, oysters, scallops and clams (locally called Quahog) (subject to state and local rules/licenses).
Ocean-going boats can be launched at two public boat launching sites/ramps nearby, at John Reed Road/Westport Bridge and at Gooseberry Island.
The 600 acre Horseneck beach reservation with 2 mile beachfront offers one of the best surfing sites in the State of Massachusetts. Open to public (fees).
The 611 acre wildlife sanctuary “Allens Pond” offers one of the most significant osprey breeding sites in North America with 100 nesting platforms and seven scenic mile nature trails wind through beaches, ponds, marsh, coastal woodland and meadows. Free to public.
Gooseberry island offers spectacular views of Buzzards Bay, Martha’s Vineyard, Atlantic ocean and Rhode Island Sound. Free to public.
The house has been a private summer home for 30 years and 2016 was the first year it was listed as a vacation rental and is located at 97 (Old) John Reed Rd, Westport, MA.
In late 2016 and 2017 this home sees major upgrades. A summer beach cottage has now been upgraded to year-round and all appliances have been upgraded and Mitsubishi Hyper Heat mini-split Heat Pump and Air Condition has been installed on the first floor.
The house is equipped with a private well with filtration system. Because natural fresh well water on sandy beach is precious we ask our guests to preserve this natural resource. Depending on seasons, well waters may contain tannins that are safe for portable uses.

Property manager

Thomas Tao

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Westport

Located in Westport, this holiday home is on the beach. Dedee Shattuck Gallery and Four Corners Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Acoaxet Club and Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery. Buttonwood Park Zoo and Coastal Roasters are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Horseneck Beach State Reservation - 1 min walk
  • Horseneck State Beach - 7 min walk
  • Gooseberry Island - 3 min drive
  • Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery - 8 min drive
  • Newport Mansions - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 46 min drive
  • Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Back Eddy - 13 min walk
  • Bayside Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Handy Hill Creamery - 6 min drive
  • The Barn - 11 min drive
  • Wood's Ice Cream - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional cottage on Horseneck Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Traditional cottage on Horseneck Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional cottage on Horseneck Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional cottage on Horseneck Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Westport holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Horseneck Beach State Reservation and Horseneck State Beach. Gooseberry Island is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
We loved our getaway - our second time back! Peaceful spot with a great view and plenty of birds & wildlife to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Doreen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
This is my second rental of the Westport cottage. It remains as beautiful and peaceful as ever. Secluded, but only a few minutes from the beach and local restaurants and town. Thomas is a gracious and caring host. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W., San Carlos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Cottage in Paradise
This comfortable cottage was well-equipped and the hosts thought of everything to make for a great stay. The winner, though, is the four season porch (with air conditioning) added on recently. It was like being out in nature without the bugs! The views of the salt marsh, the wildlife and the woods were so enjoyable. We loved feeling secluded. My mattress in the smaller bedroom could have been more comfortable and I would have slept a lot better, but that's my only complaint. I would love to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
We loved the location and spent most of our time relaxing in the screened-in porch!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doreen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful seaside retreat
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. The sunroom with the view of the bay is spectacular. We enjoyed our coffee every morning gazing at nature’s beauty with daily visits from deer, turkeys, rabbits, chipmunks and squirrels. The osprey’s occasional stop at the nest was an added bonus. Horseneck beach trips were refreshing. There are many nice restaurants and a grocery store nearby to pick up all the essentials needed for barbecuing on the provided gas grill. The cottage is set in a very private wooded lot. I would definitely rent again from Thomas who is a very gracious host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Thomas Tao

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Dr. Tao is a Brown University graduate, and has lived in Rhode Island and Massachusetts for more than 30 years. Owners live in Hopkinton MA currently.

Why they chose this property

Located in busy summer beach resort area, yet secluded and surrounded by coastal woods and saltmarsh. Complete freedom of roaming on 600 acres Preservation.
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