Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(74 Ratings)

Cottage in Eastham, MA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this cottage rental

Spend your days exploring the National Seashore and your evenings at a sweet little retreat directly overlooking Minister's Pond. Just a short way from the National Seashore's Visitor Center and bike and walking trails. Enjoy morning coffee or meals on your screened porch or sit in your Adirondack chairs overlooking the water on your private dock. Comfortable and private, the cottage sits away from the main road and is a short drive to bay and ocean beaches, shops, restaurants and other destinations.

Located in a very private spot in a small Cape Cod cottage colony, this is a perfect retreat for singles or couples who want to have a great time exploring Outer Cape Cod and a cozy place to return to after an exciting day! We also have many guests who find it a perfect location for workshops/seminars.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Garden

Map of Eastham, MA

Nearby attractions

Heritage Museums & Gardens

44.6 mi

Nauset Lighthouse

3.5 mi

John F. Kennedy Memorial

32.8 mi

Sandwich Glass Museum

43.7 mi

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Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private

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4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(74 Ratings)

Cottage in Eastham, MA

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Garden

Map of Eastham, MA

Nearby attractions

Heritage Museums & Gardens

44.6 mi

Nauset Lighthouse

3.5 mi

John F. Kennedy Memorial

32.8 mi

Sandwich Glass Museum

43.7 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(74 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

Easy to get wherever we wanted, and then very relaxing and comfortable

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

This cute little cottage was clean and had wonderful views from many of the windows. We loved sitting on the dock, bird watching and enjoying the sun. It was pretty private with a lot of trees and foliage. The owner was very attentive and sent the check in info a couple of days before we were due to check in, which we really appreciated. We will definitely be back next summer.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Lovely tranquil space - a wonderful place to stay!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We particularly enjoyed the dock and the rowboat and the screened porch. The exiting onto Rt 6 is a little scary, but we got used to it.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Lovely little cottage on a lake. It looks just like photos. Air conditioning works well and the bed is very comfortable. You need to cross 6 to get to the rail trail but there is a marked crosswalk. Very, very close to Coastguard National Seashore, as indicated.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Lovely little cottage with good access to Rt 6. Just off highway but amazingly quiet. Great views of pond with nice breeze. Only used AC one night.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Cleanliness comfortable space on a Idyllic pond.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We so loved staying in your cottage. At end of long day it was so wonderful to sit in the adirondack chairs at the pond for a cocktail. So peaceful. The screen porch was great for outdoor meals. Bed was comfortable. Some nights the cool breezes cooled the cottage with all the windows you have, but we did love having air conditioning on nights when it was really warm. We will be coming back.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

The cabin is exactly as described. It’s perfect for 2 people. Linda is very responsive and helpful. We took our paddle boards out on the pond and it is a quick drive to the beach. The kitchen is well equipped, the shower has plenty of hot water, and the bed is comfortable. We had breakfast on the screened porch every morning. It is very quiet and peaceful. 10/10.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Lovely cottage in a lovely location. Intimate setting yet convenient proximity to both cover the practical needs and explore Cape Cod. Kind and considerate owners. All you need for a perfect stay on Cape Cod.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Small lakefront cottage in very quiet neighborhood but very close to everything. Great for couples. Breakfast on small dock. Ocean beaches, bay beaches kettle ponds nearby, and Orleans for shopping.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

We really enjoyed our stay at this comfortable cottage. We loved the screened porch and the Adirondack chairs on the deck overlooking the pond. We used the rowboat quite a lot and enjoyed watching the varieties of birds on and near the water. Like other reviewers, we found the entrance/exit onto Route 6 a challenge at first, but quickly got used to it. We hope to return soon.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Cute and cozy.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Had a wonderful week pond-side at this idyllic location. The cottage is near everything but quiet & relaxing.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Clean well kept cottage overlooking a small pond. The unpaved road to the cottage is a bit tricky especially in the rain but we got used to by mid week!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Beautiful view of pond. Great location convenient for biking to Coast Guard ocean beach, bike trail. We love this place.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Knotty pine cabin overlooking pond near national seashore Woke to birds each morning Very peaceful setting Host provides kitchen basics - Only need to bring linens and towels

4.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Extremely quaint cabin tucked away in the woods on the pond.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

We loved staying at this cozy little cottage on Minister Pond. It was exactly what we were hoping for. Quiet, private and close to everything. Having the dock to sit on and watch the active birdlife was a joy. We would highly recommend this place for a peaceful week away and would certainly stay here again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Perfect place for couples stay. Nice location close to beaches and restaurants on lower cape. Restful sitting on the dock reading and enjoying the pond. One minor incident but Linda was great at fixing it very quickly. All in all very happy with my stay and would repeat in the future. Thank you Linda.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Idyllic and tranquil, yet centrally located. Well equipped kitchen and maintained property with excellent heating and hot water. (important to us softies visiting from Florida) .

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

This cottage was comfortable and very clean. We found it's location restful and convenient . Located near restaurants, beaches, etc. Would definitely stay here again.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

My wife and I spent a week in this nice little secluded cottage. Nice kitchen comfortable bed. Beaches, restaurants and shopping are all within a short drive.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

We enjoyed outr stay at Ministers Pond. Great location, beautiful views, all as advertised. Would certainly consider going back again.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

A favorite spot to visit on Minister Pond, great view of the pond, nice dock to sit and watch sunrise, appointed with everything you need for a simple stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

This cottage is a great place to get away from all the Cape Cod hub-bub. Although just off route 6, it is quiet with a lovely view overlooking Minister Pond. The kitchen is small, but well equipped. The living area and bedroom are both roomy and comfortable. The central air conditioning was a blessing for some of the very hot days we had.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

Pond tranquility

Pond tranquility

Had a wonderful week enjoying time by the pond. Comfortable cottage nestled into the trees. Close to route 6 but surprisingly quiet. Owners are available and communicative. Thanks for a lovely stay!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

A taste of heaven!

A taste of heaven!

Immaculate, adorable, home away from home. Vintage cottage kept in perfect shape and had every convenience. What a view out all of the windows, it looked like something from a movie it was so perfect!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Loved the cottage; disliked Route 6 so close by.

Loved the cottage; disliked Route 6 so close by.

The cottage and Minister Pond itself are really fun. Other reviewers have mentioned the views from the many cottage windows, and the peacefulness of sitting on the dock by the pond. We really loved watching the birds and other wildlife, and watching kids fishing across the way. (With binoculars, we saw they caught many perch and once a foot-long pickerel!) The cottage is well-maintained and had everything we needed to be comfortable. The one real drawback for us was the proximity of Route 6, which meant less quiet than we would have liked. Also, entering/exiting Route 6 to/from the little road to the cottage was hazardous (by our standards, at least).

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2021

My husband and I wanted an off-season getaway; being on water was a priority for me, even though swimming season was past. This was everything I could have desired: while the cottage is pretty much right on Route 6 and you can hear it, somewhat, it does NOT feel like being on a major route! It's down a secluded dirt lane that you can barely even spot from the road, descending steeply towards the pond. So, there's the advantage of being right on Rt 6 if you need to drive anywhere, but it does NOT feel that way; the pond is right there, with a lovely dock suitable for sitting any time of day. We also ate as many meals as we could on the screen porch. The location is also ideal for biking; it's easy to get to the Cape Cod Rail Trail, as well as a gorgeous trail down to Coast Guard beach. The Eastham Superette is only a 5 minute bike ride away. We spent as much time on the water as we could, in the kayak and rowboat (in fact, an oarlock broke right away and Claude had constructed and installed a new one by the next day!). I knew I was going to have to do some work, including an online course; the wifi is strong, but I did have to reset the router a couple of times -- nothing to be done about that. We did watch some streaming TV as well. The bed was super comfortable, and the shower was good (quick and plentiful hot water). Kitchen well and simply equipped. Do note that it's bring your own linens, which we were prepared for, but while that was historically pretty common for Cape rentals, it seems to take some visitors by surprise (especially if you're not arriving by car). The whole aesthetic is pitch-perfect Cape cottage -- very homey and attractive. I'm already dreaming of coming back same time next year -- this is my absolute favorite time to be on the Cape, when most of the tourists have gone, and the weather is perfect and crisp. So grateful!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Perfect for off-season retired couple

Perfect for off-season retired couple

Ideal cottage on a small pond. Eleven (that's right, 11) windows of this small place overlook the pond! Restful, shady and cool...simply lovely!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Idyllic and Relaxing setting

Idyllic and Relaxing setting

Very comfy for 2. Linda (host) was accessible and helpful through minor issues and easy to deal with. Recommended!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Cozy and Sweet

Cozy and Sweet

The cottage was perfect for our stay. Private yet close to beaches and stores. It had a private dock on Ministers Pond which made morning coffee a little more special.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Perfect place for a serene getaway

Perfect place for a serene getaway

We loved this cottage with its beautiful view of the pond and easy access to several local beaches. I would highly recommend it for a quiet getaway for two people.

3.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

All was very good except for the cleanliness. It's like it didn't get cleaned from you previous folk

All was very good except for the cleanliness. It's like it didn't get cleaned from you previous folk

As is common with many cottages on the cape without full basements there was a bit of mold. Not really bad, but if you have a mold allergy, this would not be a good rental for you. Otherwise, great place to stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Peaceful and close to everything

Peaceful and close to everything

Great cottage with views of pond. Rode bikes to Coast Guard most days. Practically on bike trail so we also rode north 1/2 hour to LeCount Hollow. Perfect for a couples’s getaway to Cape Cod National Seashore.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2021

A beautiful haven on a serene pond

A beautiful haven on a serene pond

Amazing getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The setting is magnificent -- all windows face onto a pristine pond. Host provides full array of kitchen supplies, tour brochures for the cape, etc. If you like nature, peace and serenity, you will love this cottage.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2021

A lovely, simple cottage, in a great location

A lovely, simple cottage, in a great location

We enjoyed our stay very much. The cottage was exactly as advertised- perfect for a single or couple. Bed was comfortable, the heating system worked perfectly- amazing that we needed it one night in July. We never used the AC. A few small suggestions: there could be both more of, and better quality, in kitchen utensils and equipment. A charcoal tower for the grill would be immensely useful. There is considerable poison ivy around the dock area. Don't know what can be done about that, but worth noting. We had no problems, but some less wary tenants might be in for a rude surprise. The dock could use some refurbishing, as well as the otherwise great adirondack chairs. So could the rowboat.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Perfect Location To Access All the Cape Has to Offer!

Perfect Location To Access All the Cape Has to Offer!

Lovely cottage on a small pond full of wildlife. Close to beaches, shopping, good food and biking. Just what we wanted!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2020

Peaceful & Beautiful Location

Peaceful & Beautiful Location

5 stars for us. Location: so close to the National Seashore, Wellfleet, Truro and P-Town. Close to Rt. 6 but tucked away in a quiet setting on the pond. The cabin was cozy and really clean, great shower and comfy bed. Everything we needed and perfect amount of communication with owner. I would highly recommend!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Eastham?

The average price for a rental in Eastham is $568 per night. This rental is $201 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and tv.

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Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private

Cottage in Eastham, MA

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Eastham, MA

Nearby attractions

Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private

Cottage in Eastham, MA

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Eastham, MA

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Eastham?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Waterfront Cottage - Adorable & Private?

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