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" The Eastham Cape House"

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Eastham, MA
  • Skaket Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nauset Light Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Nauset Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

" The Eastham Cape House"

The house is on a Cul de sac and sits on a slight knoll with a large front yard dominated by shrubbery. A family friendly house. The rear of the property is your usual sandy mixture Cape lawn - ideal for playing or simply lying out in the shade of the many locust trees, which also appear to be a sanctuary for birds and other wildlife.
We are within easy reach of Fort Hill, a popular spot for an ocean sunrise and Rock Harbour for its famous sunsets. The bike trail, which meanders through much of the Cape, can be accessed .07 miles from the house and it will take you right through to Coast Guard Beach and all the way to Marconi Beach or, in the opposite direction, to Orleans, Brewster and Dennis - a pleasurable and safe way of travel. We have 2 first class bikes there for you to use but you need to bring your own helmets.
The house is situated so that alternate roads can be used to avoid the highly traveled Route 6.


Rental period: The calendar may read otherwise but the rental periods are normally Saturday to Saturday unless other arrangements have been made. It will be priced accordingly. Check-in time is 3.00pm and check-out time is 12:00 noon.The time is crucial for the cleaners. It's so hard to find reliable people who maintain the highest standards. So please abide by the check- out time.
I'm sorry to say pets will have to have other arrangements made for them.There are various kennels that can make your animals comfortable and are within easy reach. Other guests must and should be considered.
We're also sorry to say that there is no smoking inside. There is an ashtray on the deck for your use, outside only. Hopefully, you can understand our position, thanks.
Linen and towels are not available so you'll have to bring your own. However, if need be linen and towels can be ordered and delivered through Cape Cod linen 800-559--5105
.Eastham beach stickers call 508 240-5976. 555Old Orchard Road. Open from 24 May til Labor Day. Wiley Park- Sundays only 9-3pm ,6/23--8/23.
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We started to recycle a few years ago year to do our share. It went very well and we set the cellar up with everything you need to sort things out. You just sort and stack and we take everything out in the fall. Your childrens' grandchildren will thank you! No linen or towels are provided.

The Cape can be even more charming in the late summer and early fall, as most of the tourists have left. This is an ideal time to experience the true beauty of what Cape Cod really has to offer.

For those few who want to take the time to drive down and view the house, we encourage you to do so. Arrangements can be made for you. Just let me know. It is always good to actually see firsthand the house you're going to rent. So many people don't and as a result, are disappointed.
Choosing a holiday house doesn't have to be a hassle. Just look for good value. It pays off in spades
The necessity for a security deposit has been done away with. The basis of trust between both parties has been initiated in its stead.
We offer a check-out time of 12:00 noon, which will give you plenty of time to pack up and depart.
It's nice to be a few steps from the ocean but unfortunately not every house is. There are advantages to being ten minutes away. One is to see the children get to a fever pitch on the ride to the beach and I'm sure you can guess the other!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Of course, what would the cape be without children
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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
An ash tray is provided for you on the deck.
Renters are responsible for any damage caused outside the realm of everyday wear and tear. No linen or bath towels are supplied. No pets allowed
Saturday to Saturday rentals only: (normally) 3-day bookings accepted the end of Aug. and Sept No smoking in the house.
Lightweight beach towels are there for your use in the bathroom closet. Please launder them prior to leaving. Recycling is requested

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 CO136600860

We should mention

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

About the area

Eastham

Located in Eastham, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Edward Penniman House and Barn, or check out an event or a game at Veterans Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Eastham, MA

What's nearby

  • Edward Penniman House and Barn - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • First Encounter Beach - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Skaket Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Nauset Light Beach - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Nauset Beach - 13 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hot Chocolate Sparrow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Town Cove Tap House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Knack - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is " The Eastham Cape House" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at " The Eastham Cape House"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at " The Eastham Cape House"?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is " The Eastham Cape House" located?

This family-friendly Eastham holiday home is located by the ocean, within 2 mi (3 km) of Edward Penniman House and Barn, Jonathan Young Windmill and Eastham Windmill. Orleans Bowling Center and Cape Cod National Seashore are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jay & Helga Mahoney

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Growing up, and spending Summer vacations on the Cape made it so natural to purchase the house there. We look forward to opening the house in May and regret the task of closing it in November. We find it surprising that so many families opt for the high season in the summer while the off season offers people a chance to enjoy the tranquility and solitude of an uninterrupted beach stroll and the pleasures of autumn.

I grew up near Boston, went to college there, and upon earning my degree I found myself reporting to the Boston Army Base for induction. Yes, America used to draft - not a pleasant time to come of age. Luckily I got orders for Europe when many of my countrymen weren't as fortunate.
Little did I know how it would change my life forever. Having been taken in by the country I found myself being drawn back a few years later. It was in Heidelberg, the medieval home of Germany's oldest university, and the setting for the Student Prince is where I met my wife. The memories of our first few years play out like a fairy tale. A more romantic setting could not be imagined. It would be hard not to be taken in by its Old World charm. Even today, many years later, we still think fondly of our younger days there.
Wanting to keep our ties with Boston we bought the cape house for it was practical at the time and the perfect house for us. Our plan was to change just about everything over the upcoming years and that was accomplished a while ago. The things remaining from the early days are a classic Cape couch from the forties and a dining room set that fits in beautifully. In renovating the bathrooms we elliminated the bath tubs to avoid any future slips. As it turned out it was the right house then and is an even better one now.
We hope families driving a 150 miles enjoy our house as much as we do traveling 3500.

Why they chose this property

Since it's the dream of every youngster from Boston to one day own a home on Cape Cod it came naturally to seek out one there.
This was the third house we looked at and we knew from the get- go it was the one. Sitting up on the knoll with a huge expanse of land, twice as much as any other house on the street (only eight), the cathedral ceiling opening up the whole downstairs - it just seemed right.
We love working in the garden in the spring, whipping everything into shape. It seems with each passing year it takes longer and longer. What used to take three days now takes six (I'm down to half days) but it is still fun.If it weren't for Helga I'd still be at it when the first guests arrived.

There aren't many places like Cape Cod in the fall. It's breath taking. We would never think of coming in the high season. We'll leave that to families who can not come at any other time and who can brave the crowds and everything that goes with it. My only regret about the house is that we didn't buy it fifteen years earlier.

What makes this property unique

There is much to be said of the Lower Cape. To experience it, it will forever draw you back. It's almost like having all of the wonders of nature to yourself no matter how many others you're sharing it with.
.As far as the house goes there is nothing special or unique about it. It's like thousands of other Cape houses built in the late Eighties, except this one belongs to us. The house and what's in it reflect our taste and our lifestyle and we hope that our visitors will feel as comfortable there as we do.
It's too bad families today can't find the time to have the experience of that special day of hunting for their perfect summer house. If I had to choose my favorite childhood memory that would top the list, and I thank my parents for making those summers memorable. Maybe we can provide a few for your family.













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