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Classic Cape cottage charm with updates and fabulous views

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A two-story house with a front porch, a green door, and a small garden with pink flowers.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a bookshelf and a door leading to a patio.
A cozy living room with a sofa, two lamps, a television, and a bookshelf.
A wooden deck with a picnic table and blue chairs, surrounded by a garden and a house with a green door.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cape Cod Beaches

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Barnstable, MA
  • Place, John F. Kennedy Memorial
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalmus Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

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

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About the area

Hyannis

Located in Hyannis, this holiday home is in the city centre and 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Cape Cod Maritime Museum and Cape Cod Central Railroad. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Map
Barnstable, MA

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • John F. Kennedy Memorial - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kalmus Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Main Street Hyannis - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 3 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brazilian Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spanky's Clam Shack - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Break - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Cape cottage charm with updates and fabulous views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Classic Cape cottage charm with updates and fabulous views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Classic Cape cottage charm with updates and fabulous views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Cape cottage charm with updates and fabulous views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Cape cottage charm with updates and fabulous views located?

This family-friendly Hyannis holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Veterans Memorial Park and Cape Cod Beaches. Keyes Memorial Beach and Kalmus Beach are also within 15 minutes. Hyannis Transportation Center is 27 minutes by foot.

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. 38 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
‘Overlook’ is like a home from home in a lovely neighbourhood with very friendly neighbours. The hosts were extremely nice and gave us plenty of information and suggestions for things to do and places to see. We were welcomed on arrival by Dianne who very kindly had stocked some provisions in the fridge which was very welcome after a long trip from Ireland. The house was immaculate and so comfortable. The outside shower was a big hit ! We will return to ‘Overlook’.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome property

We had a great time at this well located , beautifully decorated property. Hope to return again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Setting

Our family loved this property and layout. The easy walking distance to the beach and town was a real plus. We hope to come back again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dianne was a great host, greeted us on arrival and showed us round the property and provide really good detailed written instructions with recommendations. Overlook is a superb comfortable property with all amenities (including the all important outside shower - not to be missed) and close to beach, ferry and Main Street
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Best Time

We had the most amazing stay at Overlook. We cannot recommend the hospitality, location, and amenities enough. Hoping to go back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hyannis

The property was terrific - very comfortable, lovely decorations, terrific view. We used the outside a lot too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2021
Thank you for being such respectful guests, Richard. We love adding family memories to our house's history.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Baca rental great

We all loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Cape Cod setting

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Overlook. Hosts Dianne and George could not have been more gracious or responsive. The house lent itself beautifully to a memorable multigenerational family experience. We loved the screened in porch, the proximity to the beach, the views and the lovely outdoor spaces.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family vacation

We enjoyed a wonderful stay at the Overlook. The views and proximity to the beach were awesome and the house was very family friendly. There was loads of space inside to accommodate 10 of us and a great outdoor yard area that the kids loved to play in - a beach playground was just a couple of blocks away, too. The hosts were exceptionally communicative and responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2021
We are so happy that the house accommodated your needs, Christine. You were easy guests, and it was so thoughtful of the children to leave us little surprises. Children add such happy memories to our home. Dianne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer 2024

The entire experience for this property was amazing - from booking, questions, check in and needs through the week. Everything was tended to with a high level of attentiveness. The house is clean, comfortable and has quality linens and towels. Five Stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super home for vacation with extended family

This was a great home - completely updated but still lots of charm. The kitchen had all of the equipment needed to make large family dinners. Lots of living spaces for gatherings and also to find a nook in which to read alone when needed. The weather was pretty bad for the week and this was the kind of home you need to still have a great vacation in bad weather! Dianne was very nice and very responsive to any questions or needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great house to stay at with my family, can’t wait to go back again! Check in was easy, Diane met us at the house and walked us through everything. Great view of the ocean.The bedrooms were beautiful and spacious, the rest of the house was very family friendly and just wonderful. We had everything we needed to really enjoy a great 3 generation family vacation, all 10 of us. All the extras for the kids that were provided for were very thoughtful. Toys, books, videos, etc., they had so much fun playing in the yard. The beach accommodations were great, including beach chairs, towels, cooler and beach toys. Everyone especially loved the outdoor shower.The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and grill at the house, just wonderful. A perfect house to build memories with my family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Summer Reunion

This property was located in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of three beaches. Our family of ten (4 children 5-8 years) plus two sets of young parents and one set of grandparents each had our own area in the home plus plenty of space to share for family time. The grandchildren played with Legos in the family room when not at the beach or other outdoor activities and the adults enjoyed quiet discussion time at night when the young ones were asleep. The kitchen is stocked with necessary cooking items, the yard is great, and we all enjoyed seeing boats passing on the water across the marsh. everyone had a relaxing time. Thank you, Dianne and George, for your hospitality.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for family

The house was immaculate, beautifully decorated, and very practical for young kids. The hosts are wonderfully responsive. We spent a lot of time at the local beaches with our toddlers and young children, an easy walk with strollers. The kitchen is adorable and has gorgeous pottery, platters, and decorative dishes, in addition to practical every day dishes. The dining table is small and hard to fit a large family. We ate outside at the picnic table for all of our family dinners. The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful. The AC was great on hot days. You will never find more responsive hosts. They clearly attend to every detail of making sure everything is well stocked, well functioning and beautifully cared for.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2022
Thank you for your lovely review and for your very constructive suggestions, Jody. I’m sorry I did not demonstrate for you how the dining table opens to seat 8-10 people. You were such easy tenants and left the house in pristine shape. Dianne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Property with Beautiful Views

This property was paradise and the perfect place to stay for our group of five adults and two kids. The views of the salt marsh and the ocean beyond were incredible and we started every day drinking coffee and tea and watching birds from the screened porch. The marsh is a perfect place to see rare birds for the birdwatchers in the group and we saw osprey, egrets, avocets, a raven, and numerous gulls in our time here. The house had plenty of space for our whole group and every amenity was provided including many toys and chairs to bring to the beach which was a very short walk away. The local beach was a great place to sunbathe or explore tidal pools full of little creatures. The walk into town was about 20-30 minutes depending where we were going, but there was plenty of parking, too. Before the trip, I had told Dianne that our group was looking for a nice place to eat for a birthday celebration and she provided a great list of places in Hyannis and nearby towns. Dianne met us at the house to show us around when we checked in and gave us so many great tips. The property was also a perfect starting point for adventures all over the cape including a day trip to Provincetown, whale watching from Barnstable, visiting the Farigrounds, and stopping to see the Edward Gorey house. We didn't have a chance to catch the ferry, but it is close by as well. There was so much to do here and the house was great for relaxing at the end of every busy day. Highest recommendation for this perfect spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2021
Thanks for the gratifying review, Nat. You were great guests, and we are so happy that all three generations enjoyed themselves. I had to look up Avocet...we will be including a bird watching guide in our bookcase for future guests. We appreciate feedback that helps us improve the experience for others. Dianne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dianne was an excellent host, very thoughtful and caring. Very responsive, clear with communications, provided helpful recommendations. Wonderful home for our 3-generation family reunion/vacation. Clean, well-equipped, great spaces indoors and outdoors. Beautiful view across the marsh to the ocean. Very quiet street and neighborhood. Short walks to great beaches. Our many beach visits were made easy with the wagons, chairs, beach towels, and toys that were provided. Superb week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Very nice house and location, one of the quietest places we have ever stayed in Cape Cod. Diane was great to work with, very responsive and receptive to any feedback. Had a family of 10 and there were no issues. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

good Cape Cod experience

Very New England and beach decor
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Back on the Cape

We had a wonderful 2 weeks back on Cape Cod after a long hiatus. The house was terrific with furnishings reminiscent of our family place in Harwich. We loved the location, very walkable! We could get to the beach, ferry, or town in no time. There was plenty of room for when our children joined us, but cozy for just my husband and I as well. We would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hyannis Port

Dianne was a wonderful host and great to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome House and Location

When I first walked into the house, the thing I immediately noticed was how clean it was. It was spotless! The bedroom configuration worked out perfectly for us. There were plenty of gathering spaces as well. We really enjoyed sitting outside soaking up the view or playing games. The house is a corner lot so there aren't neighbors on top of you and those around are very quiet. Our youngster loved the playhouse and was in it most every day. The location, in addition to the view, is in easy walking distance to the beach and to the harbor where there are restaurants and the ferry to Martha's Vineyard. Dianne was very easy to work with and provided excellent communications. It was a terrific vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay!

Our hosts, Dianne and George, were welcoming and gracious, and the house was a true Cape Cod delight. Lots of charming decorative touches, with a beautiful yard and a calming view of Nantucket Bay. It was a fun and relaxing vacation for us all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, decked-out space a short walk from the beach, great for families!

We were thrilled with our week-long stay at Dianne's property. The views are even better than the pictures show. You can see the march and beach from two of the bedrooms and the smell of the salt air at night is amazing. The location was perfect, with just a 5 minute walk to Veterans beach, which has a playground and nice shallow warm water, great for people with small kids. A 10 min walk gets you to a larger beach with great waves and people windsurfing. The house offers space and tools for whatever we wanted to do there, and was prepared to safely accommodate and engage our large age range, from toddler to older adult. There was a huge front yard with lots of seating options to sit at for a relaxed morning breakfast or to watch the sunset. The grill and picnic table are perfectly located near the kitchen and make a great space to hold a family meal. There were days we did not even leave the house for extended periods since it was so comfy, and the outside was nice and secluded, great for toddlers to run around. The décor is cute, and the whole set-up of the space is unique, airy and relaxing. Dianne met us at the house when we arrived, and was responsive the couple of times we had questions during our stay. We were very happy with our stay and already are hoping to come back on future trips!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway in Hyannis

We had a wonderful time staying at the Overlook in Hyannis. Dianne and George's house was perfect for our family- 9 adults and 2 small children. There was plenty of space for us to spend time together and there were nooks and crannies for quiet time! The yard and the toys were perfect for family fun! Dianne and George were wonderful and caring hosts! I'd highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation at the Overlook

We all had a wonderful time! The house and property and location were perfect. Dianne and George were caring and accommodating in helping us make all necessary arrangements. We recommend this listing without any reservations. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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