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Our Pet-Friendly Cape Cod Home Away From Home

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Our happy place!
Living area
Interior
Twin beds in lower bedroom
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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East Sandwich, MA
  • Sandy Neck Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • East Sandwich Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Sandwich Boardwalk
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Downstairs Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 Double Futon

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Upstairs Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Our Pet-Friendly Cape Cod Home Away From Home

Our family has been building fond memories at this vacation home for over 40 years. Several of our renters have come back year after year! We hope you will, too.

- we welcome pets with open paws!
- conveniently hop out of the heavy traffic shortly after crossing the bridge to the cape
- quick walk to the private neighborhood beach (parking lot in close proximity for those with more than an armful of beach accoutrements)
- plenty of beach chairs available
- fully air conditioned
- skylight can be opened to let in a fresh sea breeze
- large windows provide a good deal of natural light, all with curtains or shades to help with good night's sleep
- upstairs master bedroom, bath (with spacious shower), walk-in closet
- upstairs loft with HDTV, office space and very comfortable queen-sized futon
- downstairs bedroom with two twin beds
- downstairs full bath
- kitchen stocked with anything you might need to spice up your catch of the day
- super-fast Keurig coffee maker to welcome sleepy-heads (and traditional coffee maker)
- extra refrigerator in the basement keeps your bevs cold and your watermelon fresh
- gas grill (and tools) just a step off dining porch
- enclosed/screened porch with plenty of seating to encourage relaxation
- gravel patio perfect for sunbathing (aka, our "lobster racetrack")
- large yard with natural landscaping on corner lot, an abundance of day lilies, rhododendrons and trees around the perimeter
- outdoor shower beckons sandy beach-goers
- HDTV/WiFi/DVD/CD equipped
- two very comfortable futons to sleep a guest or two
- Cape Cod Times delivered daily
- within eight miles of some of our family's favorite destinations:
Historic Sandwich village, the Cape Cod Canal / visitor's center / marina / playground / bike path / seafood restaurants, farmer's market, Heritage Museum & Gardens, Green Briar Nature Center & Jam Kitchen, Titcomb's Book Shop, Riverview School, Sandy Neck, Scorton Creek, in addition to package stores, antique shops, art galleries, several restaurants, pizza delivery, tennis courts (and so much more!) along scenic 6a.
* PLEASE NOTE: RENTERS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING BED AND BATH LINENS *
You are bound to love this place as much as we do. Let us help you enjoy not only our home, but all that Cape Cod has to offer!

Property manager

Carol Samuel or Sarah Holley

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets allowed!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
GUESTS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE LINENS
IF GUEST OCCUPANCY EXCEEDS ORIGINAL AGREEMENT or IF THE HOUSE/CONTENTS ARE REMOVED/DAMAGED, THE DEPOSIT WILL NOT BE REFUNDED AND YOU MAY INCUR A FEE
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 C0056692610

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

East Sandwich

Located in East Sandwich, this holiday home is near the beach. Hyannis Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach. Sandwich Mini Golf and Cape Codder Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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East Sandwich, MA

What's nearby

  • Sandy Neck Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • East Sandwich Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Heritage Museums and Gardens - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Sandwich Boardwalk - 13 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 21 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Brewing Company - Cape Cod - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Seafood Sam's On The Canal - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pilot House Restaurant and Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪JD'S Burger Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Meetinghouse Package - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Our Pet-Friendly Cape Cod Home Away From Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Our Pet-Friendly Cape Cod Home Away From Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Our Pet-Friendly Cape Cod Home Away From Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Our Pet-Friendly Cape Cod Home Away From Home located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Sandy Neck Beach and Cape Cod Beaches. Scorton Neck Beach and East Sandwich Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

L R.

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

Well worn but close to the rocky beach

Staying at Carol’s beach house was a lovely experience. It is a bit of a pain to bring all your bedding and linens. Another issue that didn’t impact us too much because we stayed upstairs is an ant problem on the first floor. The ants do like to surprise you in the kitchen sink and the walls near the first floor bedroom. As for being dog-friendly, this place is great. Carol left out a small doggie bed, dog bowls, and a few balls which instantly caught my pup’s attention. Some things need updating like the torn slip covers and cracked and torn leather chair but everything is in good working order. Don’t look here for plush beds. The beds that are available are beyond firm and the futons are like sleeping on a brick. Any sort of back issues will be made worse by sleeping on any of the beds available. The private beach is a wonderful perk. As you approach the water there are 1-2” rocks that make navigating difficult especially for dogs. If your pup tolerates boots or shoes, I recommend bringing them because my pup had a really hard time walking on the rocks and was limping in pain. She couldn’t play in the water because of the rocks. There is a section before the rocks that is sandy and perfect for sitting on a towel or tossing a toy around with your pup (as long as they are on leash). Overall our stay was nice and we appreciate Carol and Sarah for making it happen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

trent r.

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

Wonderful stay

Great location, wonderful hosts and the place was advertised. All the ingredients for a relaxing family getaway. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dan K.

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

Perfect location

Great house in a quiet neighborhood with a private beach and easy access to all the Cape has to offer. We had a wonderful stay. Only downside to the house was lots of carpeting and some things were a little dated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander L.

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

Fantastic Rental

Carol’s place was simply awesome. It was exactly as described. The place was spotless and had everything we needed for a short getaway. We didn’t use it, but in addition to an updated kitchen, there is a grill outside in a wonderful patio. There were enough rooms and also private spaces for us to gather as a family and also to break up into smaller Groups as needed. We especially liked the two living room spaces (up and down). Best of all: it is a short walk to a great beach. And we of course appreciated that it was pup friendly!! Carol is easy to contact and we appreciated the texts she sent in advance. Thanks for a great stay and we hope to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas D.

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

Nice place

Older home in good shape. Good seafood area. Has a private beach. Public beaches are free but parking is unfairly priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Perfect extra space

My large family needed extra beds for all of us to be nearby and this little house was perfect. Extra bonus was having a beach to walk to that allows dogs in the morning and evening, couldn’t have been more perfect for us. My only complaint is lack of updated information like extra propane for the grill, check out duties, key location, etc. thankfully the host was very responsive for my questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great Cape Weekend

Lovely home! We decided last minute to book an extended weekend trip to The Cape and we could not be more pleased with the accommodations. Perfectly located near the ocean. Will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

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

Wonderful gem!

The house was lovely and the owner was so responsive when we reached out about questions. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

@ the cape w/ out cats!

Chris and I appreciate Carol and Sarah's gracious accommodation of us and our beloved cats (again)! Her home is clean, quiet and super comfortable. It's a great location with a short walk to the beach and as a bonus, Beth's Bakery & Cafe in town has the most amazing pastries! Thanks very much for sharing your lovely home with us! :) We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Perfect house in Sandwich!

We had a wonderful time bringing in the New Year in Sandwich!! This house is in a great private neighborhood walking distance to the beautiful beach. We felt right at home as did our dog Benny! The updated kitchen has everything we needed and more! This is a hidden gem and we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Cozy spot on the cape

This was a lovely spot for our family to stay at for a quick weekend away. The updated kitchen is beautiful and functional, wifi is fast, and the location is wonderful. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

mer m.

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

E Sandwich getaway

Quiet neighborhood, easy access to beach, cozy, comfortable accommodations
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Cute, Cozy, Perfect for our family

I brought three generations to stay with me here: my sister, daughter and mother and my sister's husband. We also brought my sister's dog. The place is very accepting of doggy friends who travel with their families - very dog friendly. Its a cozy place and was perfect for my elderly mother who could use the downstairs twin bedroom and walk right across the hall to the bathroom. It's a ten minute walk to the local private beach as well as access trails that go all the way to -and along- Scorton Creek. It has a clean basement with laundry facilities, two cute bikes that need a bit of maintenance but get you around, a great enclosed porch to play games and visit in. Down the street along 6A is a Dunkin' Donuts, the 6a Cafe breakfast spot, and a bakery right off 6a in historical downtown Sandwich that are from 5-10 minutes car ride. We enjoyed the beach a lot and the water was crystal clear, although, the beach is a bit rocky. Watershoes recommended. Overall we loved it here! It's close to Sandy Neck where we meet up with many cousins each year, and it has the laid back north side vibes yet is not too far away from the hubbub of Hyannis.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P., connecticut

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

Our Happy Place

We have been annual summer visitors for several years now and it always feels like our home away from home. The close walk to the private beach and screened porch are favorites here. The house is kept updated with every modern convenience and clean! Our host Carol is fantastic about responding to questions quickly and we look forward to spending time here every year . We call it our “Happy Place “.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

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

Captain Kidd House

Great location. It's an easy stroll to the private beach. You can wander down a few times a day and not have to set up a base camp for the duration. Enjoyed biking both sides of the CC Canal Path. Owner was nice and left to beach bikes out for our use plus quite a few beach chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariana L.

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

Excellent place

We had a great weekend here. Location-wise it's great, with a short walk-drive to the private (very pebbled) beach and East Sandwich was a shorter ride than rest of Cape Cod which we were looking for. It was also relatively close to the Heritage Gardens and the Children's museum for a rainy day. Both our young boys loved the beds and some toys they found, as well as being able to run outside. I appreciated the very complete guide to the house and area that was left, and how well-thought through every piece of furniture, book and kitchen utensil is. Wish I had had time to read some of the books!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., North Attleboro, Massachusetts

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

Cozy beach home

My husband and I were looking for a pet friendly house on the Cape to runaway for a few days. When I saw this listing it sounded perfect, a private beach 5 minutes on foot. What I expected was a small cove with a small beach area. What we got was the entire ocean. It was beautiful! The neighborhood is quiet and everyone is friendly the setting is somewhat country with wild turkeys, deer , rabbits and squirrels scurrying around. A short walk from the house and you have the Atlantic Ocean at your feet. Our dog had the best time chasing balls on the beach ( off season privilege) . There’s a reason this listing is rated among the best….because it simply is the best. You won’t regret booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon E.

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

Woodsy beach vacation

This property was clean, easy to find, secluded, and proximate to both beach and town. It was the perfect way to spend a fall weekend. You could snuggle up and read a book, walk on the beach or putz around town. While it is in a neighborhood, the tree cover gives it the feeling of a private retreat. The house had everything you need and more. Could not recommend enough! Carol was easy to work with and so accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

First time to Cape Cod.

This was a perfect place for us. We used it as a base to visit all the areas we have heard about for years. The restaurants nearby were wonderful. Our favorites became Chew Cafe / Fisherman’s view/ Riverside Coffee shop / Amari just to name a few. Don’t miss the Sandwich Glass Museum. / bike riding at the salt flats. But most importantly is private access to a long stretch of nearly empty beach ( we were here at the end of September ) and lazy afternoons sitting in the ADK chairs watching the turkeys foraging. Highly recommend this cottage for location and comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten C.

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

Our wonderful visit!

We had a wonderful visit in East Sandwich! For starters, the house was very pleasant with an updated kitchen and appliances. There were two large bedrooms and plenty of space to relax, dine in or out, or put a puzzle together. In addition, to the two bathrooms one on each floor there is an outdoor shower which was perfect to wash the sand off. Speaking of sand the beach is a few pebble throws down the street a nice walk through a pleasant neighborhood. We went mid September and had this beautiful private beach to ourselves and our dog. The owner provided excellent recommendations on restaurants And places to visit which we took full advantage of and found the house is just a short drive from great restaurants, mini golf, and quint towns. We made many fond memories here, took some awesome pictures and would highly recommend. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

leslie g., Rehoboth Delaware

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

Beach surprise

We had no idea how close the beach was to our house!!! Kitchen had every tool and appliance you needed.. Lots of info for what todo in the area
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen I.

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

Very Nice Accommodation

If you want to feel like your staying at a realities or a friends house, this is the place. Great layout of home and very nice decor. Highly recommend it. Had everything one would need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Very nice stay

Great rental. As advertised!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

walter h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Cape Cod rental

Picture on website deceptive. Furniture was worn an stained. Bedding and pillows stained. Ant problem in kitchen. Could not use kitchen. A number of windows did not work and screens in some windows torn. Ant traps on kitchen counters. Ant spray in closets. Spoke to owner. She did give partial reimbursement.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Relaxation oasis

Such a relaxing property and neighborhood. Well stocked kitchen, easy access to beach and Upper Cape area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Carol Samuel or Sarah Holley

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This house is a big part of our life as a family. We love sharing it with old friends and new. My mom gets to come up a lot more often, retired and living in Rochester, New York. My husband and I live in Charleston, South Carolina, and have a couple of great kids, ages 15 and 17. We only make it a couple times a year. No matter how near or far, our Cape house is always in our hearts.

We are blessed to have dear friends as neighbors. They check in regularly to make sure things are running smoothly between renters. Good people.

Why they chose this property

My dad had his eye on this spot before I was an even a twinkle in his eye. Some friends from church invited him to come stay for a while one summer (in a neighborhood just east of here), and he fell in love with the Cape. He and my mom honeymooned at the Daniel Webster Inn in the historic village of Sandwich. A few years and a baby later, they were breaking ground on this property. My dad designed this house. It is part of us.

I remember bits and pieces of our trips to the Cape while we built the home we are still enjoying today. I climbed on the mounds of dirt, swung from the branches and dined on the finest "Fly and Spider Leg Soup" (a delicacy my mom concocted to entertain my then five-year old imagination) after days of working to make our house a home.

We would vacation here several times a year, mostly over the summer and for a few Thanksgiving feasts. Being an only child, my parents would allow me to invite a friend along once in a while. We used to love racing up and down the rocks at the beach, scouring the sandbars and tidal pools for sea creatures and daring one another to jump from the bridge over Scorton Creek.

Now I am reliving some of these same memories with my OWN children. What a blessing. I wish everyone could be so lucky.

My dad has since passed, and my mom and I are in charge of the property now. We've made a few adjustments here and there, but my dad is still very much a part of the house. He was so thoughtful about his work, and very creative. Any decisions we make are with my dad in mind and we hope we are doing him proud.

What makes this property unique

PET-FRIENDLY : We are big-time dog lovers. Our dogs usually go wherever we go! Boarding animals can be costly (and a little heart-breaking), so bring 'em on! It's not easy finding pet-friendly accommodations while on vacation. Let them enjoy that wide open beach with you (on leash) and curl up by your feet at the end of the day.

Close to the beach? Our place is pretty darned close to the beach. It only takes a few minutes to walk to it. And it's private. You can't run around naked on it or anything, but you don't have to pay to park and you can always find the perfect spot to sprawl out your beach towels and coolers and whatnot. And if you want to run back up to the house for a sandwich, you can feel pretty confident that nobody is going to mess with your stuff while you go.

Quick drive: We really love this spot. It's not too far onto the Cape - only seven miles - and that Saturday traffic can be a real bear, making the Upper Cape towns like Sandwich rather appealing. Our house is right off 6A - a beautiful scenic and quintessentially Cape Coddy highway that winds through villages, shops, restaurants and taverns.

Just like home: We've spent A LOT of time up here. So it's stocked with everything you might need, from a hair-dryer to a jar of Trader Joe's Cookie Butter. We try to keep the pantry stocked with things like flour, sugar and spices (because who wants to buy a whole bag of that kind of stuff when you just need a little bit?) You might even find a random lobster bib, if need be. And we have several coffee-makers on backup in case one breaks down. Not that we expect anything to break down, you just never know. You won't feel like we just picked up and left right before you came, but you'll pretty much find anything you might need - a place for everything and everything in its place. A LOT of other rental properties are this stark, white-glove kinda deal, which is nice if you stay at a hotel. We like people to feel like HOME.

Languages:

English