Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(7 Ratings)

House in Wellfleet, MA

6 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this house rental

This our first year renting out our family home and we know you will love it as much as we do!
This Historical Cape house has been updated and renovated with Central HVAC and a brand new kitchen w/ appliances. Out-door shower, two decks, Grill and Gas fire pit. Walking distance to Town Center, Cycling distance to the Ocean and Bay-side.
To Town=2 min drive/3 min bike/11 min walk
To Bay-side /Pier=4 min drive/8 min bike/25 min walk
To Ocean=6 min drive/15 min bike/52 min walk

As with so many Wellfleet houses, this residence is no longer in its original location. Formerly on Briar Lane, it now perches discreetly above Route 6, where it was moved in 1949 when the highway was being created. It is a full Cape with Federal details, built in 1842 by Captain Isaiah Atkins Freeman (1809-1889), a Wellfleet mariner. The Matthews Family have owned the home since 1983. Enter through the side door, away from Route 6. Straight in front of you is the stairway to the attic. Take a peek at the steep attic stairs, and note on the right the original solid wall structure of cement and horsehair. The kitchen addition was originally an unfinished area used for canning. A pantry blocking the original sink was removed. The Kitchen was newly renovated in 2022 although the 1920s enamel breakfast table remains. Proceed through to the dining room, the oldest part of the house, with beautiful wide-beam floors. On the wall is a painting of the house commissioned of renowned local artist Vincent Amicosante. A medical cabinet makes a great liquor storage area, and a Hoosier cabinet displays and stores china. The original kitchen was probably part of this room. On the table will be a photo album with pictures of the home at earlier times. Two rooms off the dining room would originally have been the birthing room and a pantry. The northern room, probably the birthing room, was converted to a bathroom. The southern room, now used as a children's room, probably had stairs descending to the root cellar of the original house. (The present house sits over a full basement.) Note the painting by local artist Jackson Taylor Vanhouten Kitson. Proceed through to the living room, the original parlor. Observe the fancier wood trim, the original plaster ceiling, and built-in bookcases flanking the fireplace. This is the only functioning fireplace in the present home. Along the south wall are photos of local scenes. A wooden ship’s trunk contains games (take a peek and try to find the hidden drawers!). Lanterns decorating the mantelpiece are from a pier in New York City, and the ship’s model was purchased from a prison store. On the top shelf of the hutch is pottery by Peg Andre, whose shop is the old customs house on Commercial Street. Take the staircase by the front door to view the upstairs bedrooms, probably the domain of the children. The north bedroom was originally two rooms, and the ceiling was raised when it was redone. In this room there is an antique bread chest. Notice the size of the exposed beams in the added bathroom, which would have been the end of the original house, but now there is a door leading into the unfinished attic of the kitchen addition (peek if you like). Back down the stairs and to your right is the master bedroom. Over the former fireplace hangs a painting of Wellfleet village by children’s book author and illustrator Pat Sustendal. Kathy Matthews painted the ship on the bureau. As you leave through the front door, notice the antique glass panels surrounding the doorway, and enjoy the gardens and the granite fountain.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Wellfleet, MA

Nearby attractions

Heritage Museums & Gardens

27.9 mi

Plimoth Patuxet Museums

30.4 mi

Nauset Lighthouse

7.3 mi

John F. Kennedy Memorial

24.5 mi

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Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean

$$$$

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(7 Ratings)

House in Wellfleet, MA

6 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Wellfleet, MA

Nearby attractions

Heritage Museums & Gardens

27.9 mi

Plimoth Patuxet Museums

30.4 mi

Nauset Lighthouse

7.3 mi

John F. Kennedy Memorial

24.5 mi

Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(7 Ratings)

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Cute place, first floor nice sized rooms, has queen bedroom and 1 twin bedroom. The stairs to upstairs 2 nice bedrooms (2 twins each) really steep. Well equipped kitchen.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

My family loved our stay in this historical home in Wellfleet! We felt it was centrally located so that we could visit the other towns on Cape Cod and all the different beaches there are to see. Would highly recommend this home!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Beautiful home. Great location and great hosts!!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

John was instantly responsive and very accommodating. His family's home is very nice and holds a ton of history dating back to the 1800s. The location is awesome and a quick drive to Race Point in P-town. Even closer to the Nat'l Seashore beaches in Wellfleet. We would definitely stay here again, John was a great host.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

We had the pleasure of staying here in August 2023, and we loved every moment in this house that has clearly been a cherished home for decades. It has a gorgeous kitchen that's been newly renovated with a state-of-the-art cooking range, & it's equipped with everything you'll need for your visit. The bedrooms were extremely comfortable, & my kids particularly loved the 2nd floor, which has a shared bathroom between the 2 symmetrical bedrooms. The front & rear patio areas have everything you need to rest and recline in nature: comfortable rocking chairs, a bar, a hammock, 2 outdoor dining tables, a grill, etc, all situated in a magical garden. The owner helped us get a Wellfleet beach sticker, which gave us access to some of the best beaches I've ever seen. The host went above and beyond, accommodating special requests (which was so appreciated). Thank you for your hospitality, John! If this place is available when you're heading to Wellfleet – BOOK IT!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

John's house is exactly as the pictures and description tells: is has a mesmerizing and true Cape Cod vibe to it, filled with local and family memorabilia over decades. It is very well equipped, the kitchen is absolutely the best we've seen in a vacation rental. The outdoor shower is a great feature after a day on the beach. The master bedroom has a great mattress (queen not king as advertised). We all slept long undisturbed nights and truly enjoyed our stay. The host is very responsive and a pleasure to do business with. Of note, the house is located next to US-6. Hence, one hears some of the road noise when enjoying time outside as well as a car is in practice needed whenever stepping out. Overall, we had a great experience and are happy to come back again!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

We spent a wonderful week in this beautiful house. Plenty of room for my 2 teenagers, my husband and me. We felt as if we were visiting family. The house is full of antiques and well furnished as well. Beds were confortable and there was air conditionning for the entire house. Rooms upstairs are a travel through time. The kitchen is all new and everything was there to cook. The owner is very generous and let us use stuff from the house like beach chairs. We appreciated the outdoor shower and the nice garden all around the house . We were well situated; with a lot of stunning beaches at less than 20 minutes drive. Communication with the owner was easy and fast. We would come back anytime.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Wellfleet?

The average price for a rental in Wellfleet is $417 per night. This rental is $8 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean. 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 Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean

House in Wellfleet, MA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Wellfleet, MA

Nearby attractions

Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean

House in Wellfleet, MA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Wellfleet, MA

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Wellfleet?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Remodeled Historical Cape House. Close to Town, Bayside, and Ocean?

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