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Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach

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A cozy living room with a blue sofa, wooden walls, a dining table with chairs, and a view through the glass door.
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A living room with a brick fireplace, red leather sofas, and a television mounted above the fireplace.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a dresser, and a window with a view of greenery.
A wooden structure with steps leading to a platform, situated near a body of water with a sunset in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cape Cod Beaches
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Yarmouth, MA
  • Place, Main Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Inflatable Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    ‪125 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach

Boat, kayak, paddle board, swim, fish, sunbathe, bike and enjoy the best of Cape Cod in this 4 bedroom , 2 bath, 2 story home located directly across from the Parkers River. Private dock on the River available to dock and launch your motor boat, jet skis, or other watercraft and water toys. River has unobstructed access to Nantucket Sound! Gateway Isle has a right of passage across the Red Jacket resort for a short cut to the beautiful sandy beaches along South Shore Drive. Just a short 10-15 minute walk, or an even shorter Surrey Bike ride, to many beaches directly on Nantucket Sound (with warmest waters on cape!), including Sea View Beach, Parkers River Beach, South Middle Beach. Short stroll to water sports rentals available at the Red Jacket resort, including parasailing, jet ski, boats etc. Cozy fireplaced living room, full kitchen, outdoor patio, Tiki Bar, picnic table, corn hole games, gas grill, washer/dryer,dishwasher,all the comforts of home, a hammock, tree swing chair, and outdoor shower too. Enjoy boating with unobstructed access to Nantucket Sound, just minutes from your dock on Parkers River. This home is situated in prestigious beach and boating community of Gateway Isles; where you can also enjoy the peace of this quiet waterfront neighborhood, bike riding for the kids and River activities. We provide free of charge two stand up paddle boards and kayaks for your use and enjoyment! We also have a 4-6 person Surrey Limousine Bike available to ride the family with style to the beach or around the neighborhood. Short walk to mini golf, beaches, arcade, restaurants & shops.
The outside includes a patio, picnic table, gas grill, hammock, an oversized & fully enclosed outdoor shower. Inside we have hardwood floors throughout first floor level and carpeting upstairs. We assure you that quality, cleanliness and visitor satisfaction is our priority. We have rented out two other prime waterfront properties for over a decade, listed on homeaway, #105984 and 105982. Feel free to visit those sites for additional references and guest reviews
Onsite activites also include kayaking, fishing, paddle boarding, Surrey limousine Bike, giant chess set, corn hole, tree swing, hammock, outdoor patio and bar, hammock and gas grill. We will provide 2 stand up paddle board, 3 kayaks and life jackets, no extra charge. You can kayak on the River down to Swan Pond or up the mouth of the River to Nantucket Sound. A short walk (or bike or kayak ride) for rental of other water toys, including jet skis, para-sailing and race boat rides at the Red Jacket beach resort. A short walk to beaches, Pirate Cove min-golf, Inflatable Water Park, shops, Pirate Musuem, restaurants and more.
Prefer a private beach and private deck on Nantucket Sound? See our 4BR beachhouse #49 S. Shore Drive, just 0.6 miles away, listing homeaway #105982
Note— we do not list on Craigslist!!! If you see that flag it, beware of the fraud and please notify me
Sorry, no pets, no exceptions.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return Surrey keys to key rack inside house by door
Place house key under front door mat
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Sorry no groups of students, events or parties allowed. We rent out our home for Family Vacations only. That is how we keep it so nice!
The docks are seasonal- may not be in the river until Memorial Day weekend in May. Please inquire

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0207853510
Property # 939881
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

South Yarmouth

Located in Bass River, a neighbourhood in South Yarmouth, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Hyannis Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Mini Golf and Bass River Sports World. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Yarmouth, MA

What's nearby

  • Main Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Thachers Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gold Coast Parasailing & Jet Ski - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cape Cod Inflatable Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 15 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Skipper Restaurant and Chowder House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen Table - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach?

As of 26 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach on 9 October 2026 start from NZ$4,299, 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 Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach located?

This family-friendly South Yarmouth holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Pirate's Cove Mini Golf and Cape Cod Beaches. Thachers Beach and Main Street are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were super receptive!! Location was great and close to a lot of fun things for the littles.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive when we had a challenge. We loved the place, it was the right size for our family, it was comfortable and the wagon ended up being the best thing we could have asked for.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a family group of 12 and it accommodated us comfortably.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice old timey cape house in a great location! Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house for a beautiful getaway

Everything was as decribed and everyone in our multigenerational family was comfortable during our stay. The surrey bike was so mucj fun to ride to the nearby attractions!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay wonderful location

We had the most wonderful Stay. The house was clean and cute. Would recommend 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2021
Thanks Helena, we’re so glad you enjoyed yourselves!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visit to the Cape

Property was lovely. Great for adults but also great for kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2025
Thank you Michael!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Guys Fishing Trip

House was comfortable and was great for a guys fishing trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Early summer getaway

Nice, spacious house for our family. We loved the touches in the yard, use of the surrey, walking to a local small beach area and restaurant and use of the kayaks across the street. The owners were very kind and accessible before our trip and during the trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2025
Thanks Michelle. We are so happy you enjoyed yourselves and welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

extended family beach weekend

We had the best time! The house was awesome - clean and exactly as advertised- had plenty of room for my family of 3 kids (teens and tween) and my sister and my brother with his wife and two teens. The yard was the best - we grilled and played lawn games. Beautiful and quiet neighborhood - walked to the beach both days. Loved it so much. thank you for a great rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Getaway

Perfect for us (2 adults, 2 young children) - but with more than enough bedrooms to have another 1 or 2 families there. Great weekend away on the cape. House is cozy, with everything that you need. We took advantage of the kayaks and paddle boards with a quiet river that leads to the beach. We had a great time. Hosts are very responsive, kind and generous. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2025
Thank you Albert! I'm so glad you and enjoyed the house and all that the River has to offer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cape Cod outing

This rental is a short drive to several nice beaches. We loved having 7 beds in 4 bedrooms and a nice dining area and TV area. Some updating is needed on the main floor to make it brighter and in the kitchen and need better mattresses and A/C filters need changing. Kayaks were fun and surrey bike unique and fun outdoor shower. A good family spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2021
Marge We’re so glad that you and your family enjoyed yourselves! The mattresses are newer and I’m sorry if yours didn’t suit you; a mattress’ comfort can be very personal but I do think they are comfortable and had no other complaints. AC filters have been cleaned Thank you and welcome back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week

Great space for us. Everyone was comfortable sleeping. Some had to work and wifi was great. Beach was wonderful as was use of the dock across the street with the paddle boards and kayaks. The kids loved the paddle boards A ladder to get out of the water at the dock would have been nice. Also a railing going in and out of house would be helpful. I'm 80 so maybe It's just me
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

We went in a girls weekend and the house was perfect. Location was amazing, so close to so many things to do, beach, kayaking, dining, shopping, mini golf, inflatable park ect. House was very clean with plenty of rooms, beds and bathrooms to accommodate us. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook in, big dining table to fit everyone. Lots of comfortable seating. Very nice backyard with fun tiki bar and hammock! Easy communication with questions. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2023
Alison were so happy that you enjoyed yourselves! Thank you and you’re certainly welcome back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July Week on the Cape

Property and hosts were are at. Dawn and Steve are great owners. The home was perfect for our family if 4 plus our in laws to enjoy the beaches, River access, fishing, the Skipper and all of the fun the cape has to offer. Location was perfect as were the Kayaks and paddle boards that owners allowed property to use. House sleeps 12 comfortably. Great size rooms and ACs that did their job of cooling the house down with the East Coast humidity. Backyard was great, washer and dryer came in handy, access to the Parker River. Our family will be back and again Dawn and Steve were great with responding with texts and allowing us to check in a little early and out a little later. Highly recommend this property. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

July Vacation

Our family rented this home - we were 7 adults & 2 kids (an almost 3 yr old & a 9 month old). The house is located in a very nice & quiet neighborhood. The house was clean & is very roomy, no one ever felt on top of each other. The upstairs bedrooms are very large, we had a pack & play in one of the rooms & there was still ample room to move around. The kitchen has everything you would need. The outside shower is large & private, very refreshing after a day on the beach. There is a tiki bar out back with a hammock, a bench, & 2 picnic tables. There is so much room inside & out. There are kayaks, paddle board & boat, a surrey bike for your use. There wasn't enough time to enjoy it all! Most important, the owners, Dawn & Steve, were a pleasure to work with. If we plan a vacation next year, we wouldn't hesitate to rent this home or anything else from Dawn & Steve.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thanks Diane! We are so happy that you and your family enjoyed the house and amenities, and you are certainly welcome back.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Parker River House

Front Door and foot jamb were broke when we arrived. Four big black bags of garbage were in yard when we arrived. It was not our garbage Next the TV shut down in the middle of the Olympics'. Host fixed the TV. Next morning. the large flock of Crows spread the garbage all over the yard. Host picked up the garbage, but thenTV broke down again. Next the family was doing a puzzle water began flowing out of the laundry room. My son in law removed the laundry room doors in order to remove the washer and dryer. He removed a large amount of dirt lint from the washer drain with a coat hanger. Then the tv cable broke down for a fourth time. The cable company came and strung a new cable. On friday we were taking showers in preparation for departure and the toilet overflowed all over the bathroom floor. My son in law tried to open the toilet with a plunger and the water started flowing out of the laundry room again. We believe we deserve a rebate. If this is how VBRO does business you have lost a customer. Dr. Powers
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2024
I am sorry that you chose to post complaints, I believe unfairly, after you repeatedly told me how much you loved the house and tried to sway me from addressing any issue you raised, and expressed such appreciation and praise each time. You would say, we’re fine, we’re enjoying ourselves so much, no bother. But I insisted on promptly addressing everything and did. On the specifics. We have the trash picked up professionally, bi-weekly. The 50 gallon barrel apparently quickly filled and your family left plastic bags filled with garbage in the yard. You didn’t let me know in advance that the barrel was filled. You called and said birds got into the trash but “no worries I’ll have my grandkids pick it up later” I sent maintenance out, and removed all trash within an hour. For the cable tv, it did unfortunately go out multiple times, but that all happened within that same day. I contacted Comcast to promptly repair. As you know, the problem was that a truck struck the cable line from the pole so it was damaged and replaced. Another day there was a brief power outage in the whole area so all power was briefly interrupted. You had said to ne, no problem, it’s better for us to read and do puzzles than watch TV anyway, but now complain online. On the washer, you had a large group and did many washes. Midweek you called and reported that after a few loads, you noticed water and your son unclogged something. The washer was working fine before and after your stay and I’m not sure what that was about . Your last night, you also called asking where to find a plunger. You said someone in your group clogged the toilet and you think it overflowed,. Ithe plunger was right in the bath closet, but my husband went there immediately and promptly fixed that as well. The showers work fine, your grandchild perhaps didn’t close the curtain properly, wetting the floor . I am sorry that you chose to publish complaints online and unfairly omit our prompt amelioration and omit all of your good times and wonderful experiences . We promptly and apologetically addressed everything. You were very pleasant. You thanked me., talked about God and how blessed you felt , how appreciative you were and how wonderful everything was. . You commented that I can’t control cable lines, power outages, birds or one clogging a toilet etc. We apologized .for inconveniences and did do our very best. I spent many hours on the phone with you, before and during your stay, helping you with directions, planning what to pack and activities and restaurants, shops. helping you get your devices on WiFi , answering many questions. I’m glad that you loved the house and enjoyed yourselves but am surprised and disheartened by your negative review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it. Our families made more cape cod memories. Lots of fun. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. We had a family vacation with 11 total ranging from 5 to 78 and there was space and fun for everyone. Hosts were great, promptly addressing a couple things that came up during the stay. So much fun with the kayaks, paddle boards, bike and great location short drive walk or bike to the beach. We all had an amazing time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Angela Im so glad that you and your family enjoyed the house, River, watercraft, surrey bike and all the amenities! Thank you and welcome back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

good property, good location

very good
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Great time on the Cape with family & friends! Property is well maintained and owner is very responsive. Great property for a diverse group. The Beach was within walking distance and the dock across the street for kayaking was super fun. The neighborhood is quiet and the area has good restaurants and other fun attractions such as Putt-Putt and an Inflatable Park. Everyone in my group enjoyed their stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

This place was a great place was in a real nice neighborhood.property owner was real nice already on thinking on going back in the spring
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family trip

We stayed for 5 days at this house. It’s well furnished and clean. The house itself is dated, but it’s charming. The River activities are awesome, and we spent every day making use of the paddle boards and kayaks. The nearby beaches are nice and not too crowded. The house itself is older and could use some updates. The main floor is dark and could use either more light or just a coat of bright paint on the dark wood paneled walls. The kitchen is small but functional. I’d suggest bringing all the ingredients you need because, other than actual cookware and utensils, there was pretty much only salt and pepper and aluminum foil. Many other rentals have spices, oils, and some more food storage options. Overall, the house is nice, clean and spacious. You’re paying for the space and the fantastic location. Don’t come expecting a modern and updated rental, but a clean and functional home base great for an extended family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation

This house was good for the intended purpose. It slept a large number of people and we had 2 families staying here together.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dawn & Steven Karol; member since Dec. 1998

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We are attorneys in the Boston area with 5 children. We all love cape cod, the ocean and beach. We recently purchased this house in 2012 (had our eye on it for years :) but have owned the house across the street for decades. We assure you that this is a clean, comfortable and beautiful property, family friendly neighborhood, and a perfect location for Cape Cod vacationing. Feel free to read the rave reviews posted about our properties a half mile away, same great location, on our listings at homeaway listings #105984 and #105982.
Note— we do not list on Craigslist!!! If you see that flag, beware of the fraud and please notify me.
Sorry, no pets, no exceptions.

Why they chose this property

Dock, River, Fun River activities, short stroll to the beach, free use of watercraft kayaks, stand up paddleboards.

What makes this property unique

Kayaks, 4-6 Person Surrey Limousine Bike, Stand up paddle boards, Outdoor Patio with Hammock, Picnic Table & Tiki Bar, Dock on Parkers River with unobstructed access up to Nantucket Sound or down to Swan Pond. Free use of Kayaks, stand up paddle boards and surrey limousine bike !! Just a short stroll to beaches
Note— we do not list on Craigslist!!! If you see that flag, beware of the fraud and please notify me

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