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Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!

Holiday home with kitchen, near Cape Cod Beaches

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In North Eastham, the Barking Urchin offers a tranquil beach retreat. With its bright and airy living spaces, comfortable bedrooms with newer ACs, and well-stocked kitchen, this lovely home is perfect for relaxation. Unwind in the lush backyard with a firepit and Adirondack chairs or enjoy quality time on the sunny deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!

Welcome to North Eastham and your beach home away from home. Relax and enjoy our lovely 3 BR 2 BA bright and sun-filled, comfortable home, one mile from Cape Cod Bay beaches, 2 miles to the ocean, and an easy walk to shops, cafes and the best donuts and coffee around.

You'll also find bright and airy living spaces throughout, plus newer ACs in each bedroom and in the main living area. Come home to a well-stocked kitchen and sparkling clean everything, in a quiet, residential neighborhood.

Good rest is important for vacations! That's why we take pride in offering newer, comfy mattresses in all bedrooms.

Our1/2 acre property features a lush, grassy fenced in back yard, big outdoor shower, firepit with Adirondack style chairs, sunny deck, hammock, and a pretty and private space to complete your relaxing Cape vacation.

Stepping back inside, our post and beam construction shows off a 20 foot vaulted ceiling in the living area with skylights to round out the classic, updated charm of your guest house.

You're one easy mile to Campground or Thumpertown beaches on the Bay, featuring miles of white sand flats at low tide and warm Bay waters. Or, 2 miles to ocean waves at Nauset Light and Coast Guard beaches. This heavenly part of the Cape has so much to offer. At a moment's notice you can drive out to the Bay or the Ocean, or both, and decide where to plant your blanket for the day.

Cooking in? Our full-sized kitchen and appliances also feature essential and extra spices and supplies, plus all the cookware you may need and a Bosch dishwasher to make clean-up hassle free.

All in a quiet family neighborhood, where you can walk and bike in the street with not a car in sight.

Gather around the firepit for lazy summer evenings with cool beverages and maybe some oysters, lobsters or steaks. Or, enjoy our big, roomy enclosed and private outdoor shower to rinse off after the beach while looking up into that clear blue sky. Or, grab coffee out on the deck in the morning, listening to the birds and sea breezes.

Access to the famous Cape Cod Rail Trail is only half a mile away, where you can go biking, strolling or running. Family entertainment? After the beach, grab the fam or friends and head out to one of the world's last remaining drive-in movie theaters in Wellfleet. All within minutes of the Barking Urchin.

You can also make use of our full sized Weber kettle charcoal grill and beach chairs and sand toys as available.

While we love them, we're afraid that we cannot accommodate any pets, please. Please also note, for your comfort, we ask that you supply your own bed and personal linens.

Come home to the Barking Urchin in Eastham, for your memorable Cape Cod beach vacation!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 34

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please bring bagged trash and recycling to the respective trash and recycling Seaside Disposal gray totes located in the side yard by the driveway. Please do not move totes.
Please leave the house in the condition in which you found it. Thank you!
Please return your keys to the key box, code 0-6-1-0, and scramble the lock code afterward, thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0222610860

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

House

About the area

Located in Eastham, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach, while Edward Penniman House and Barn and Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater are cultural highlights. Orleans Bowling Center and Chatham Marconi Maritime Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Eastham travel guide
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Eastham, MA

What's nearby

  • Beautiful Beach. What a great beach! Big and gorgeous.  Yarmouth's largest saltwater beach
    Cape Cod Beaches
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cape Cod National Seashore featuring general coastal views and tranquil scenes
    Cape Cod National Seashore
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Thumpertown Beach 24
    Thumpertown Beach
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Campground Beach
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cooks Brook Beach
    4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
    13 min walk
  • Wendy's
    8 min drive
  • Town Cove Tap House
    10 min drive
  • Wellfleet Shellfish Company
    18 min walk
  • Double Dragon Inn
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cape Cod Beaches, Campground Beach and Thumpertown Beach. Cape Cod National Seashore and Cooks Brook Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Another Amazing Stay

Our fourth year back at this house, always an amazing time. Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly C.

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

Great vacation!

We had a great time staying here. The house was clean and had everything we could’ve needed. Great outdoor space especially for the kids and awesome outdoor shower. Owners were responsive and easily contacted. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

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

Awesome House and Perfect Location

We had a great time at the house and in the area. It was a perfect location for our son's weddding. The interior of the house reminded us of a cabin in Gatlinburg. The yard was was beautiful and we enjoyed several nights by the fire pit. We highly recommend this house and will rent it again on our next trip to the Cape.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Awesome Cape Cod Rental

Barking Urchin is in a perfect location and is very comfy and cozy. You will find everything you need there. The outdoor shower is the best we’ve ever experienced! The outdoor space is so relaxing and enjoyable. Dana was great to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay in wonderful house!

This was our 2nd year at the Barking Urchin and it felt like coming home. House is cozy and comfortable with everything you could need for summer vacation on the cape. House is easy mile from campground beach. It has one of the nicest outside shower. And the backyard is great! Owners make it an easy place to hangout!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christiana C.

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

Amazing Cape Cod family home

We loved this home! The Barking Urchin is quiet, private, spacious, and extremely comfortable. It is convenient to both ocean and bay beaches, and located near good local businesses. The kids loved the yard, the firepit, and the couches that seem to hug you whenever you sit down. Communication with the owners was excellent. I cannot recommend this home enough; when we come back to the Cape, we would happily return here!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laurel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location and property

Clean, well-cared for property in a great Eastham location. The hosts are highly responsive. Recommend it and would stay again. One thing to note: the 3rd bedroom is a loft, not private and has a skylight. But it has its own bathroom. Bring eye masks if you’re sensitive to morning light.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Val S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house offers a very welcoming, well-stocked, comfortable, spacious base for your Cape Cod stay! We arrived on a hot and humid day, and immediately appreciated the four A/C units on two floors. We didn't use the basement except to do laundry, yet it would really be a bonus if there's a family with kids for that all-important "second hangout space."Outside, as you'll see in our photos, there is ample room for introverted time (important for our family) and we made use of the large lawn and deck to read and nap. We enjoyed multiple meals at the patio table, and used the grill. It also helped that the weather was perfect and being outside was so pleasant, not really buggy.Since our family loves to cook together, yet rental places can vary from what is promised in the profile, we tend to travel with pantry ingredients, knives and cookware. This time, I did not even unwrap my own knives, and we used many of the Yonchak's utensils, cookware, and spices!On the immediate block, several of us had morning runs or walks most days and the quiet streets definitely lend themselves for exercise routines. For those considering this location, know that there is not much town center in Eastham for tourists; we did not mind since the access to BEACHES (we went to seven) was perfect. For our "town mood" times, we simply drove 10-25 minutes to Orleans and Provincetown.Dana gave prompt responses before, during, and after our stay - it's so appreciated! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy H.

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

Enjoyed our week

The location of this home is great. The yard was perfect for my almost 3 year old grandson to use up his energy. Close to bay beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in and we loved the house and would like the same weeks next year
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long walk to the beach, esp carrying chairs, umbrella, etc. - need to buy a beach pass
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Everything that we wanted.

Donna and Steve were quick to respond to inquiries as we prepared for a family vacation. The comfortable updated home is perfectly located between the Bay beaches and the Ocean beaches. Shopping for provisions in Orleans or night life in P-Town are easily accessible. The 1/2 acre fenced lot w/outdoor shower and fire pit is comfy and private. The kitchen is well provisioned and even has sharp knives.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Another fabulous stay

This is our third summer staying at this property. We cannot get enough! The location is perfect, as well as the yard and the house. We can’t wait to go back next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

great house for your Cape trip

the house was great for our family and we just go to the beach everyday and eat. We are familiar with Eastham so we knew where to go
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Home Away From Home

We loved staying at the Barking Urchin for our week at the Cape. It felt like our home away from home. Clean and cozy with a beautiful yard, wrap around deck and new outdoor shower, it has all the amenities for a wonderful stay. Highly recommend - I know that we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

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

Wonderful Eastham Vacation House

This was our third time staying at the Urchin. We enjoyed family whiffle ball games in the yard, unwinding after the beach, reading, and eating dinner on the deck. The inside space is very inviting and comfortable. Great finished basement area too for the kids to hang out in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy and Sandra B.

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

Great Location

One mile to the bay side. Qne and half mile to the national shore. This house had everything you need - very well stocked and clean.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann Jane K.

Wonderful home!

We had a fabulous week- the house is great- clean, very well equipped kitchen, but very close to many restaurants for take out or eat in. Great deck for outdoor meals, and a superb outdoor shower. Owners left a great book full of suggestions and information on the area. Great location close to bay or ocean beaches. We can't wait to go back!

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Barkin Urchin is amazing

This house is super great for a trip to Cape Cod! it is has a great location, a lovely property and was very comfortable for my family of four. I loved the loft master bedroom, the outdoor shower, the quite location which is very close to Wellfleet and some of the best oysters in the world. A great stay. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

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

Great stay, very responsive to questions .

Enjoyed the high lofted ceilings, having the King sized bed upstairs with it's own bathroom. The basement was also very nice when parts of the family wanted to stay up and watch a movie. The desk in the basement was also helpful for catching up on some work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

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

Wonderful Cape Vacation

Stayed with our family of 4 and my dad. Plenty of space for everyone, with nice open living area and finished basement. Beautiful backyard where the boys can play and plenty of shade as well. Back deck is a great place to relax after the beach. Great location with easy access to beaches and restaurants. This was our second time staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Perfect Spot!

We cannot say enough about this property! Not Only was the house perfect and exactly what We needed, the outside space was amazing! We were very close to many beaches, great restaurants and ice cream. We can’t wait to Come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Errion M.

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

Excellent getaway!

It was a great location...close to several beaches My kids loved the backyard...especially the hammock. The outdoor showers was great too when we came from the beach. The owners were very helpful and responsive to everything. They even asked if we needed help with restaurants and entertainment. The house was well stocked with basic needs (soap, TP, PT, dishes, & spices) We definitely will be staying there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful house on the cape

We had a great week stay at the Barking Urchin in Eastham. House is on a quiet street, a mile from campground beach, easy bike ride to rail trail, convenient to coast guard and nauset beaches. House is very comfortable with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a great outside shower, nice wraparound side back deck and a firepit for those cool Cape evenings. Kitchen had everything we needed. Looking forward to future stays at The Barking Urchin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne P., near Boston, MA

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

We had a fabulous week at The Barking Crab!

This house on a very quiet street was perfect for our party of 2 couples. The house was spotlessly clean, and was exactly as described. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen well -stocked and easy to prepare food in. The living area and outside deck (where we spent most of our time!) were very nice as well. We had a minor issue which required contact with the owner who was very responsive. We would most definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019