Your “Piece of Cape” vacation planning starts here! Look no further for your private summer getaway in beautiful Harwich near popular Atlantic beaches, bike paths, hiking trails, tennis/pickleball courts and playgrounds.
Our newly renovated 2100 sq. ft. home sits in a 1-acre lot, abounds in privacy, and is located within a 5-minute drive to the beautiful Bank Street and Red River beaches. If sand is not your thing, stay in and enjoy the private heated pool in an idyllic, secluded backyard (pool will be open May 15th to mid September). The backyard features mature plantings, including hydrangeas, green trees, a large deck for sunbathing and has plenty of space for the kids to play while you grill dinner on the patio.
Enjoy the local shops, cafés and restaurants in Harwich’s historic center or the quaint main street in Harwich Port, both are 1 mile from our home!
This is a Saturday to Saturday rental in the summer season and 3 night minimum in the off season.
About our home:
- Hardwood floors greet you as you step inside an open concept two-story living room, open to the upper floor
- Inviting space with two sizable living rooms and ample seating for families, or multiple families
- First floor has a full bath and 2 bedrooms (queen and king + twin day bed with trundle)
- Second floor has a large bedroom with attached full bath (king + twin day bed with trundle)
- Every room has fresh linens, bath towels and pillows and lots of closet space
- Desk + chair setup in two bedrooms makes it perfect for remote work
Pool: Open Memorial Day to Mid-September
- The pool can be closed off with gates for safety around small children.
- Please keep pool safety in mind whenever children are nearby.
- Outdoor shower in the pool area
- Pool is heated from 9 am - 6 pm (different/additional hours can be accommodated)
- Additional Pool heating fees may apply in shoulder season (May, September)
Other amenities:
- Keyless entry, arrive at your convenience and enter with your personal code
- Upstairs living room has an oversized sectional and a 75 inch smart TV, perfect for cozy family movie nights.
- Second floor bedroom has a 50 inch smart TV, First floor has a 55 inch smart TV
- Kitchen is fully stocked for any cooking needs: plenty of pots and pans, glassware and dinnerware (adult and child-friendly), microwave, toaster, blender, electric kettle, French press and drip coffee maker
- Outdoor propane grill and Solo Stove fire pit for alfresco dining and cool summer nights
- Strong WiFi: great for streaming Netflix and Zoom calls
- AC units in all bedrooms and living room
- Blackout blinds in bedrooms for comfortable sleep
- Washer and dryer on premises
- Hairdryers in bathrooms
- 2 car garage to store your bikes, kayaks or cars
- Large driveway can accommodate multiple cars (or boats) easily
- Children essentials: a high chair, baby bath tub and pack n play are provided. Games, activity table, and toys
Our cleaning process:
- A thorough and attentive top-to-bottom cleaning of the entire home including dusting, full sanitation, vacuuming, mopping and polishing
- Fresh linens and towels (bed sheets, duvet covers, towels, and bath mats) before you arrive
- We use green products to ensure safety for children, and sustainability for the environment
Some house rules:
- Parties/events are not allowed on this property
- No pets (owners have severe allergies)
- No loud music outdoors after 8 pm (please respect the neighbors)
Nearby attractions:
- Bank street beach is 1.5 miles, a short 4 minute drive. Red River Beach is 2.5 miles and Pleasant Road Beach is 3 miles away
- Rail Trail bike path is 0.2 miles away with a paved path that goes all the way to Provincetown!
- Brooks Park is 0.3 miles away and has a playground, tennis courts, Pickleball courts, basketball courts, soccer field, Bocce Ball, etc.
- Brooks Free Library is a 10 minute walk to Harwich’s historic center
- Main Street Harwich Port is 1.5 miles away and has lots of quaint shops and restaurants both for adults and families, delicious home-made ice cream at Sundae School, a great $1 Oyster Happy Hour and outdoor bar at The Port, good spots to go for quick coffee and breakfast, or grab a sandwich to hit the beach only blocks away.
- Cruise lines are less than 2 miles away in Harwich Port for a day trip to Nantucket or private excursions!
- Less than 2 miles to two golf courses
- Neighboring town of Chatham offers additional attractions, restaurants and beautiful beaches, as do the nearby towns Brewster, Orleans, and Dennis, all within 15 mins drive or short bike ride read more show less