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Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage

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Sun chairs on the Beach Cottage deck overlooking the bay
The Beach Cottage from the front
View of the Beach Cottage deck from the side
The Beach Cottage name plaque
Private bedroom with king size bed

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Provincetown, MA
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
  • Place, Cape Cod National Seashore
  • Place, Commercial Street
  • Airport, Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen

About this property

Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage

The Beach Cottage at Lis Sur Mer sits atop a dune with a private deck looking out over a private beach. PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING: Rentals in season (April-October) are only offered by the week (Saturday-Saturday). November rentals are offered with a 4-night minimum. Rentals December-March are offered with a 3-night minimum. Pets are accepted but you MUST let us know in your booking request that you will be bringing your pet so that we can prepare the property.

The BEACH COTTAGE is located directly at the top of a dune and has a set of private stairs to the bay beach where you can experience almost total privacy. The BEACH COTTAGE has a small entry way with a sitting area for dining at an antique table that can seat 6. There is an open plan kitchen area with refrigerator, electric stove, microwave, coffee maker and all your kitchen needs. Living room area opens to the kitchen with an old comfortable couch and an equally comfortable chair that face a wall of windows on the bay. There is wi-fi, a 36" TV and DVD player as well as a Vermont Casting old fashion gas stove with glass windows for off season warmth and ambience.

For sleeping, there is a very private room that holds a custom made kingsize bed facing windows on the garden and the bay. This room has a fireplace, a dresser and a closet to hang clothes. A smaller room located at the opposite end of the cottage has an antique double pineapple bed with a bay view. There is a small bathroom with a clawfoot tub and shower. The front of the beach cottage has a private deck on the bay with reclining deck chairs.

Behind the cottage there is a very private back garden surrounded by trees and dunes with seating arrangements, a charcoal grill and a picnic table for outside dining. Additional features are a completely private outside shower that faces the bay and a stereo system that plays both in the living room and on the rear patio.

The house covered in ivy and rose vines is surrounded by olive trees, pine trees, and two century old english oaks. Lighting on the property is by antique brass lanterns.

You'll have access to Lis Sur Mer's private beach just seconds from The Shack, shared only with guests of the other two cottages.

Truro is a great small town surrounded by the Cape Cod National Seashore, freshwater ponds, hiking trails, and great restaurants. It's just a 15-minute drive to downtown Provincetown.

Please visit our other listings:
The Shack: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/4204547
Lil Rose: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/4257066

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
Max 2 pets. $100/pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside only.
Guest is required to sign a Rental Agreement. Minimum age to rent is 18.
$100 dog fee. No dogs without permission.
No smoking.

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

About the area

North Truro

Located in North Truro, this cottage is on the beach. Commercial Street is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Atlantic Spice Company and Payomet Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Provincetown, MA

Getting around

  • Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Far Land Provisions - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Box Lunch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Squealing Pig - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Pot - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fanizzi's by the Sea - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage on 21 December 2026 start from NZ$427, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Waterfront Artist Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Truro cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Highland Golf Links and Head of the Meadow Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

kate k.

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

Sunset

Perfect in every way, from the gorgeous sunsets to the comfiest bed to the very romantic ambiance. We could not have asked for anything that was not available, this is our second visit to Lis Sur Mere this winter and are looking forward to a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lionel A L.

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

Wonderful Winter Getaway

My husband & I were looking for a pandemic-safe getaway for a few nights & found the perfect spot at the Beach Cottage at Lis Sur Mer in Truro. The weather was windy & cold, but the cottage was inviting & cozy. We checked in at 4pm after a delicious lunch at Fanizzi's in Provincetown. The cottage was so appealing at dusk with its flaming outdoor lanterns. We unpacked (plenty of closet & dresser space in the master bedroom), then headed down the staircase outside for a walk on the very private beach. We then grabbed a bottle of wine & our Bose speaker & sat in the Adirondack chairs atop the bluff, listening to the sound of the waves lapping on the shore. So idyllic, 'til we realized that we had locked ourselves out. We placed a couple of calls, & the response was immediate (thank you, Jane & Peter)! The gas-powered stove in the kitchen, along with the heating units in the hallway & master bedroom kept us very comfortable, so much so, that I dared to take an Inauguaration Day ocean plunge followed by a wonderfully-warm shower. The cottage is perfect, whether you want to use it as a home-base as you head out on your adventures, or if you want to just stay in & stay cozy. I enjoyed time reading & rug-hooking. The view is incredible ... I can only imagine how special it would be to stay here in the summertime with all the windows wide open! We enjoyed some great meals in P'town: dinner in an igloo at Liz's Cafe just as the snowflakes began falling, dinner in front of the massive fireplace at Ciro & Sal's, & a wonderful extended lunch at the Squealing Pig on the day we checked out. We highly recommend this property & are so grateful to Peter for rearranging his maintenance schedule to accommodate our 3-night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liza F. C.

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

Beautiful spot

Charming cottage overlooking the bay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray B.

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

Stunning setting for the most charming cottage

Perfect getaway in North Truro, MA, high up on a dune overlooking the bay. Easy beach access. Immaculate. Perfect in winter, would be a dream in summer season.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

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

Entirely Special

Chris and I took the dogs for a winter escape and we were all charmed into dreamy contentment. The sea and the sky are featured inside and out- it’s amazing to be right there on the bluff for sunrise and sunset. We are grateful for the essence of old Cape Cod found here, and the special time we shared in this rustic, private setting Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Winifred H.

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

Cottage and setting are fabulous...like staying in a fairytale.

The cottage and setting are similar to the photos, only better. Charming, relaxing and fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Great private location

Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PJ A.

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

Spectacular in any season

The Beach cottage was full of charm and surrounded by beauty. Albeit a (very) cold February weekend, the views from the cottage made us feel like we were at the beach! We had everything we needed and more for a relaxing escape on the Cape. It's an amazing oasis and only 10 minutes from vibrant Provincetown! Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

The Cottage Dream

LOVED IT!!! If you want to be absolutely transported into a kind of surreal natural getaway from a past-gone era, to restore your faith in the world in reconnect to nature and solitude - this your place. It oozes with charm and beauty. ( but you can still watch Netflixx or dine at a foodie restaurant if you want) Ticks my every box: 1)the view - all you see is Ocean, right on a a selcuded private beach 2) the location - 8 min to Ptown but off the grid, free of any chaos and congestion, 3) the affordability, comfort and ease of access. - check-in was a breeze, rules and info all clear, has everything you need for a relaxing time and the most reasonable deal in the area for what you get. can not rec'd more highly. So grateful to have had a stay in this fantatstic rental. !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carmi s.

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

fabulous!

but, shh...
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

Idyllic Getaway

We were delighted with our stay at the beach cottage of Lis Sur Mer. The building is more than spacious for two guests, clean, well-equipped, and convenient for the exploration of natural and cultural features of the area. It has exceptional “atmosphere” — peace and beauty in all directions, both inside and out. Morning coffee in the sheltered patio, birdwatching from the front deck, watching the bay and the gas fireplace from the sofa at dusk: this placed is designed to comfort and please. Paintings and well-chosen reclaimed materials enrich the surroundings. Reservations went smoothly, and staff were pleasant and helpful while respecting our privacy. This was just what we hoped for.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

It couldn't possibly have been improved upon! We hope to go back again and again.

I'd call it faux rustic...simple in a Shaker kind of way but not uncomfortable. The view is fantastic and the weather was changeable so we saw the Bay in many moods. Please never change a thing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

Perfect getaway

Second stay even better than the first - perfect location, well appointed, very comfortable, pet friendly. I'm sure we'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

I want to keep it a secret .......

need I say more?
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

The Cottage at Lis Sur Mer on top of the sand dune overlooking Cape Cod Bay is a suberb location.

In prior years we have been beach side on either the Atlantic or the Nantucket Sound as I love to sleep hearing the surf so we went to the Bay beach side in 2018. To my pleasure the surf could be heard all day and the water was white capping on a number off days during our week of June stay. We loved the quaint Cottage and we usually do not repeat a location, but we plan to return to the Lis Sur Mer Cottage in 2019.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

Great getaway, even in the teeth of a storm

So.. We arrived at the Beach Cottage the day before a Nor'easter storm came barreling in. We were more than a bit nervous about being on a bluff above the ocean with hurricane-force winds, but the staff at Lis sur Mer set us at ease immediately. The caretaker checked in at the right moments and we had ready access to the housekeeper if needed. The gas fireplace was a lifesaver when the power went out - though do note that the water is well drawn (no water in power outages) and the cook stove is electric, which is an annoyance even when you do have power. Besides that, the cottage was very well appointed and super cozy even in pretty horrific weather. It really is a great getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Raymond c.

A+ Location and Proprietor/Staff!

Fabulous location and amenities...doesn't get any better for the price/services!! Need 7 Stars to truly rat this experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Molly F.

Like living in a fairy tail

Beautiful spot, amazing views, not a ton of green space to walk big dogs, but in the winter that was not a problem
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gail Devine D.

Wonderful cottage by the sea

The Beach Cottage was beautifully situated so we could see and hear the bay from most every room. It was wonderful to see the water upon waking in the morning and to hear the waves crashing at night.There is an amazing sense of light and tranquility about the house. It is charming and although small, has everything you need to be comfortable. We were relaxed and slept wonderfully. Certainly one of a kind. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Perfect Getaway

The Beach Cottage is the perfect choice for a rejuvenating retreat. The rustic, comfortable decor is soothing. The fireplace in the master bedroom was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

Great place!!!

Love the cottage and is a great place to recharge. Will stay long next time. Peter and Ginny , Albany , NY
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Just what we needed after a long and difficult year.

If you need a place to go where you can rest, relax and recharge your batteries, look no further. We have a place on Lake Champlain but it is not accessible during the winter months. Lis Sur Mer provided the retreat we needed this December. It is clean, well equipped and quite private. It is right on the water. It is warm, comfortable and quaint. What more can I say? Turn off your phone and let you worries melt away. Thank you to our hosts at Lis Sur Mer, we hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2015
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

The most tranquil place anywhere...

My fiance' and I spent an all-too-short 4 days here in April and it was, simply put, the most tranquil place I've ever visited. The cottage transports you to another time and another place altogether....it's like you're in a cottage in Calais in the 30's or something. I cannot think of another place that is as romantic and peaceful as this place!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

The most tranquil spot anywhere...

My fiance' and I spent an all-too-short 4 days here in April and it was, simply put, the most tranquil place I've ever visited. The cottage transports you to another time and another place altogether....it's like you're in a cottage in Calais in the 30's or something. I cannot think of another place that is as romantic and peaceful as this place!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gunes H.

A spring break to remember in Truro...

We visited Lis Sur Mer in March for a week. Everything was wonderful. We liked everything about the cottage. It was very functional and it also has a unique spirit of its own. We are very happy that we had this chance to experience Lis Sur Mer and we will be coming back in the future!

About the host

Hosted by Lis Sur Mer

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Your host is an entrepreneur in the arts who has spent the last 40 years traveling internationally for business. While his stateside base is most often New York City, he has taken every opportunity in his travels to seek refuge in quaint European villages. His appreciation of these historic havens was a great part of the inspiration for Lis Sur Mer.

Why they chose this property

Lis Sur Mer was originally an exclusive family compound and retreat until 15 years ago when he began opening it up to visitors. With Lis Sur Mer he has created a storybook compound renowned for its privacy, romance and renewal. Built from the fruits of the sea and recycled building of past centuries, inspired in part by the concept of the famous artist dune shacks of Provincetown, the aesthetic is a French fishing village mated with Old Cape Cod. Visiting Lis Sur Mer is an adventure in escaping modern frenzy and McMansions, getting back to the basic joy of natural beauty with extraordinary gardens, awe at every vista, and total cultural refuge. At the same time high speed internet and HD TV quietly co-exist. There is no place on Cape Cod like Lis Sur Mer. The word most often used to describe Lis Sur Mer is “magical” … Bring your inner artist.

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