🐚Shell City on Lt Island
House in Wellfleet, MA
11 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
Welcome to Lieutenant's Island in Wellfleet. Come see why the island is such a sought after place to stay while visiting the Cape! And you can bring your furry family member too! Surround yourself with the beauty of the island yet remain central to all the Cape has to offer.
We respect the autonomy of our guests but can always be reached by text, email, or phone.
Quiet cul-de-sac in a family oriented neighborhood where we all watch out for each other. We are great friends with our neighbors!
The island is accessed by one road and you must be aware of the tides that are above 10 feet. (Tides are on our website, provided in our guide, and available online at any time as well).
As autumn graces Lieutenant Island, the journey begins along a unique shell-laden road, where the white clamshells tell the tale of local birds and the changing season. At low tide, explore the scenic beauty of beach grass, marsh cuts, and rich mudbanks teeming with wildlife, perfect for birdwatching and shellfish gathering. When high tide arrives, your surroundings transform, revealing breathtaking views and amazing places to explore with the kayaks.
Step onto the island and feel the tension melt away as you embrace the tranquility of this special retreat. Autumn sunsets on the beach, kayaking at Deep Hole, and invigorating walks through Mass Audubon’s Wildlife Sanctuary await your exploration.
Our newly renovated, bright home comfortably sleeps up to 11, featuring a gourmet kitchen with beautiful marble countertops and a spacious dining area perfect for family game nights or shared meals. Two sliding doors open to a large wraparound deck, allowing you to dine al fresco while soaking in the crisp fall air. The open living space, adorned with expansive windows, invites the autumn sun and provides a cozy spot for afternoon naps or movie nights on the plush sectional.
The airy master bedroom offers a queen bed and en suite bath, while the second bedroom features two full-size beds, making it ideal for family gatherings. Additional cozy spaces include bunk beds for the kids and a futon sofa that converts into a full-size bed. With Roku streaming TVs in the living room and most bedrooms, everyone can find their perfect retreat.
- An award-winning, custom, state-of-the-art digital house guide with recommendations is provided for your visit.
- Dog Friendly with fee of $100 (limit 1 dog – must be over 1 year old). No birds, cats, hamsters, ferrets, chocolate Easter bunnies, or pet rocks. Only a (one, uno, un, ichi, eguh, isa, otu, een, imwe, 1) dog that says woof.
- Kayaks and 4 bikes available
- Gas grill
- Walk to beaches
- Explore Loagy bay for shells or horseshoe crabs
- Bird-watching at the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
- 1 Queen, 2 Fulls, 3 Twins, 1 Full Futon
- Wifi
- Washer & Dryer
- Outside shower
- Linens are provided
- Many vacation add-ons available such as Pack-n-Plays, Early Check-In/Later Check-Outs, Farm Fresh Eggs, Tours and more! Details provided after booking
- Our cleaning teams use thorough checklists, followed by sanitization and disinfection of high touch points throughout the home. We follow CDC guidelines and use only approved EPA products for cleaning
The island is accessed by a bridge and the road may become covered in water if the tide exceeds 10 feet. You will see island residents and guests pull over to the side of the road waiting for the tide to recede sometimes. Depending on how high the tide is, it may only be 30 minutes or so before the road is tide-free (again, it depends on the tide).
For example:
First high tide is at 2:47 am and is 10.73 ft/Second high tide is at 3:05 pm and is 10.95 ft
Residents and guests with plans at 3:00 pm would simply arrive or leave between 2:00/2:30. If they miss the window, they simply wait 30/45 minutes until the tide recedes off the road. It isn't a big deal and a part of island life.
Properties on Lieutenant Island are accessed via a short causeway that at times can be covered by water at high tide (two times a day for approximately one hour). A tide chart is provided to plan accordingly.
We respect the autonomy of our guests but can always be reached by text, email, or phone.
Quiet cul-de-sac in a family oriented neighborhood where we all watch out for each other. We are great friends with our neighbors!
The island is accessed by one road and you must be aware of the tides that are above 10 feet. (Tides are on our website, provided in our guide, and available online at any time as well).
As autumn graces Lieutenant Island, the journey begins along a unique shell-laden road, where the white clamshells tell the tale of local birds and the changing season. At low tide, explore the scenic beauty of beach grass, marsh cuts, and rich mudbanks teeming with wildlife, perfect for birdwatching and shellfish gathering. When high tide arrives, your surroundings transform, revealing breathtaking views and amazing places to explore with the kayaks.
Step onto the island and feel the tension melt away as you embrace the tranquility of this special retreat. Autumn sunsets on the beach, kayaking at Deep Hole, and invigorating walks through Mass Audubon’s Wildlife Sanctuary await your exploration.
Our newly renovated, bright home comfortably sleeps up to 11, featuring a gourmet kitchen with beautiful marble countertops and a spacious dining area perfect for family game nights or shared meals. Two sliding doors open to a large wraparound deck, allowing you to dine al fresco while soaking in the crisp fall air. The open living space, adorned with expansive windows, invites the autumn sun and provides a cozy spot for afternoon naps or movie nights on the plush sectional.
The airy master bedroom offers a queen bed and en suite bath, while the second bedroom features two full-size beds, making it ideal for family gatherings. Additional cozy spaces include bunk beds for the kids and a futon sofa that converts into a full-size bed. With Roku streaming TVs in the living room and most bedrooms, everyone can find their perfect retreat.
- An award-winning, custom, state-of-the-art digital house guide with recommendations is provided for your visit.
- Dog Friendly with fee of $100 (limit 1 dog – must be over 1 year old). No birds, cats, hamsters, ferrets, chocolate Easter bunnies, or pet rocks. Only a (one, uno, un, ichi, eguh, isa, otu, een, imwe, 1) dog that says woof.
- Kayaks and 4 bikes available
- Gas grill
- Walk to beaches
- Explore Loagy bay for shells or horseshoe crabs
- Bird-watching at the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
- 1 Queen, 2 Fulls, 3 Twins, 1 Full Futon
- Wifi
- Washer & Dryer
- Outside shower
- Linens are provided
- Many vacation add-ons available such as Pack-n-Plays, Early Check-In/Later Check-Outs, Farm Fresh Eggs, Tours and more! Details provided after booking
- Our cleaning teams use thorough checklists, followed by sanitization and disinfection of high touch points throughout the home. We follow CDC guidelines and use only approved EPA products for cleaning
The island is accessed by a bridge and the road may become covered in water if the tide exceeds 10 feet. You will see island residents and guests pull over to the side of the road waiting for the tide to recede sometimes. Depending on how high the tide is, it may only be 30 minutes or so before the road is tide-free (again, it depends on the tide).
For example:
First high tide is at 2:47 am and is 10.73 ft/Second high tide is at 3:05 pm and is 10.95 ft
Residents and guests with plans at 3:00 pm would simply arrive or leave between 2:00/2:30. If they miss the window, they simply wait 30/45 minutes until the tide recedes off the road. It isn't a big deal and a part of island life.
Properties on Lieutenant Island are accessed via a short causeway that at times can be covered by water at high tide (two times a day for approximately one hour). A tide chart is provided to plan accordingly.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Wellfleet, MA
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Reviews
5.0
It was a great weekend in a magical place. Our favorite part was high tides - you can actually swim there - the water is warm unlike the ocean water. Highly recommend!
The house has everything that you may need and our dog had everything provided as well!
5.0
We had a perfect three night stay. The house is well appointed with comfortable beds, sheets, and towels. We used the bikes and kayaks and everything was in working order. We would gladly stay again!
5.0
Had a great time seeing friends from this area around my birthday! The host had a nice birthday snack basket & was super accommodating. Loved my stay here & my friends enjoyed visiting here for dinner & cake. If anyone had a bit too much to drink there was ample beds for them to stay overnight as well! Super clean & super enjoyable stay! Thank you for a great birthday!!
5.0
Bless her heart. Julie R was not a Vrbo guest. Tides do not cover the roads for hours but at most 30 minutes until the highest of tides recede (anything over 10 feet high). Let's hope life gets better for her. Poor thing. Kindness is easier.
3.0
While this little house has had some nice updating, particularly upstairs with a brand new, very well equipped kitchen, the downstairs of the house was dark and rather dank. It also has a strange layout with only1/2 bath on the lower level. The only full bath was attached to the primary bedroom on the upper level. There is a nice outdoor shower with good water pressure however but it’s a bit odd have only 1 indoor shower in a house that can sleep 8. The upstairs primary bedroom had no window blinds and one of the 2 windows did not have a screen so we could risk opening it as the bugs on the island are an issue. This was a major negative! All windows need to have working screens. as unfortunately, Only the upstairs of the house had any type of air conditioning and 2 of the 3 window units were very old and loud and did little to cool things down. Granted it was an unusually hot and humid week on Cape Cod but 2 of the 3 units should be replaced.
Perhaps most important of all, renters need to be made fully aware of the tide limitations of living on Lt. Island and the fact that there can be SEVERAL hours when you can not drive your car on or off the island. The limited access is mentioned only briefly in the listing but for anyone not familiar with living by the tides this could be a major drag. Several evening during our stay we had to leave a car on the island side of the bridge and wade through thigh high water to get across the bridge. Some days there are 2 high tides to deal with and advance planning is required.
On the more positive side, the island is beautiful and tranquil and the house was very clean when we arrived , except for overflowing garbage outside, and all the beds were made with nice, high quality bedding . The management company was responsive to the garbage situation and arranged to have it picked up the day after our arrival and at our request they also promptly brought us 2 new fans to help with the smell on the lower level.
5.0
Wonderful secluded home perfect for a getaway
Our group had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful property!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Wellfleet?
The average price for a rental in Wellfleet is $409 per night. This rental is $263 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 🐚Shell City on Lt Island. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is 🐚Shell City on Lt Island pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at 🐚Shell City on Lt Island?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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