Escape to this charming waterfront haven, nestled beside Crystal Lake in a quiet part of Orleans. This two-level home offers enticing southern views over sparkling water, an enclosed shower, patio with propane BBQ, and three kayaks for exploring the lake. Enjoy a fully-equipped eat-in kitchen and cozy living room downstairs.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 677 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Lakefront retreat w/ deck, dock, sandy beach, 4 watercraft, <6 mins to 2 beaches
Well-equipped waterfront haven sleeps up to 6 on two levels next to freshwater Crystal Lake. With its enticing southern views over sparkling swimmable water, outdoor amenities include an enclosed shower, patio, propane BBQ, large sloping lawn, small sandy beach, new deck next to a vintage boathouse, three kayaks, a canoe, and a floating swim dock.
This home has a full-featured eat-in kitchen, living room, half-bathroom, and full-sized laundry machines on the ground floor, with two queen bedrooms and a full bathroom upstairs. The 55” QLED 4K smart TV with 3-channel soundbar on a full-motion mount lets you watch from the kitchen, living room, or patio. The queen-sized sleeper sofa is brand new, as are all furnishings, wall art, and the bottom-up/top-down honeycomb shades on all windows. There’s 300Mbps Xfinity wifi, plus Roku-equipped TVs in both bedrooms. Mini-split heating/AC lets you customize each room’s climate. And the tankless water heater provides infinite hot water.
Located in a quiet part of Orleans at the north end of Crystal Lake, close to downtown, you’re 2 minutes from public tennis courts at Eldredge Park, 3 minutes to the 25-mile rail trail bike path, and 6 minutes to Nauset Beach on the ocean or Skaket Beach on Cape Cod Bay.
There’s a Super Stop & Shop 5 minutes north and a Shaw’s supermarket 4 minutes west, along with numerous restaurants and coffeehouses, boating, watersports, and bike-rental stores, gyms, and pharmacies within a 3-minute drive. Snow Library, the Orleans Firebirds’ baseball diamond, and the Academy Playhouse are all a 2-minute drive away.
The kitchen features a gas oven/range, microwave oven, dishwasher, freezer-on-the-bottom fridge, French press and flex-brew coffeemakers (with coffee pods, creamer, and sugar), Ninja blender, toaster, filtered-water pitchers (2), complete BBQ set, box full of bug sprays, sunscreens, and aloe, full set of pots and pans (including a lobster pot), flatware, Corell dinnerware, and glassware (mugs, juice glasses, iced-tea glasses, stemless wine glasses, tumblers, and picnic cups) for 6. There are folding trays when it's time to move to the living room or paved, umbrella-shaded patio.
On arrival, park in one of the two spaces marked ''Unit 1'' and walk down a short path (lined with motion-sensitive LED lights) past a neighbor’s garage and down 7 steps toward the lake. The home isn’t visible from the road. Unit 1 (your destination) is part of a 4-unit condo association and shares a common wall with Unit 2 (on the far side). All occupants share the lawn, deck, watercraft, and swim dock.
This property has a 1-night minimum stay and a 30-night maximum stay. State and local short-term occupancy taxes totaling 14.45% apply to all reservations. A fully refundable $200 damage deposit applies to all bookings, and there's a $225 cleaning fee.
Linens, Towels, etc =============== Linens are supplied for all three beds, along with bath, hand, makeup, and beach towels. Pillow protectors will be freshly laundered; mattress protectors, bedspreads, blankets, and quilts will not.
June-early September Bookings are Saturday-to-Saturday ====================================================== Peak-season demand and Saturday changeover days (traditional on the Cape) compel me to permit only Saturday-to-Saturday bookings from June through early September.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On a lake
Things to do
Kayak
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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
Rules
Maximum stay length: 7 nights
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property uses some wind and solar energy
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 C0421202240
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Orleans, this condo is in the city centre and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ocean Edge Golf Club.
Academy of Performing Arts and Orleans Bowling Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Orleans travel guide
Is Lakefront retreat w/ deck, dock, sandy beach, 4 watercraft, <6 mins to 2 beaches pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lakefront retreat w/ deck, dock, sandy beach, 4 watercraft, <6 mins to 2 beaches?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lakefront retreat w/ deck, dock, sandy beach, 4 watercraft, <6 mins to 2 beaches?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront retreat w/ deck, dock, sandy beach, 4 watercraft, <6 mins to 2 beaches?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront retreat w/ deck, dock, sandy beach, 4 watercraft, <6 mins to 2 beaches located?
Located in Orleans, this beachfront condo building is in the city centre, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Academy of Performing Arts and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cape Cod Beaches. Orleans Bowling Center and Jonathan Young Windmill are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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We loved our stay on the lake. It was an amazing property right on the lake and Andrew was super communicative before and throughout our stay. Comfortable, good AC and every detail was thought through to make the experience pleasant.
Beautiful place to stay, newly renovated, enjoyed being in Orleans. My young adult daughter enjoyed it, too. We made popovers in the kitchen to bring to a relative's house - kitchen even had muffin pans, so we were good to go.
The place was exactly as described and seen in the photos. Everything we could have needed and then some was in the house. Extremely quiet neighborhood was fantastic for sleeping. Everything in town was a 3 minute drive so the location couldn’t be beat. The lake was very clean and fun to swim out to the floating platform. We met some of the neighbors who were very friendly and welcoming. The outdoor shower was probably my favorite. Being able to be outside with total privacy and looking up at the trees was amazing. I can’t saw enough good things about this place. Andrew was super accommodating and gracious. If you’re looking for a place to stay on the cape, make this your spot. Orleans is one of my favorite towns on the cape and I now have a new favorite place to stay when I visit.
We just returned from our 1st trip to the Cape. The entire rental process was a breeze. The host, Andrew provided us with every single detail we could possibly want to know about the home and surrounding areas before arrival! Makes such a huge difference when you're in an unfamiliar location. We arrived to a clean space with plenty of towels, fresh linens on beds & nice little care packages in case you forgot any essentials. The location on Crystal Lake can't be beat. You could unpack and not leave the property. The use of shared paddle boards & kayaks was a fun bonus! Orleans is also a great jumping off point mid Cape for exploring the nearby towns. So many different activities in either direction. If we visit the Cape again, we would rent from Andrew without hesitation. Thanks for sharing your peaceful retreat, Andrew!
This townhouse is located close to the center or Orleans, and close to both the National Seashore and Bay beaches. The condo community consists of a house, a cottage and two attached duplex townhouses. All share the grounds, including the lakefront property. The lake is lovely. Single person kayaks are provided, which we used and were a lot of fun. The unit has a patio with outdoor table and chairs and an outdoor shower. The unit was spotless and well equipped. Everything you might need in the kitchen was provided. Knives were sharp (a rarity in a rental). Full size washer/dryer and dishwasher were included. Sliders in living room opened to the patio and had a nice view of the lake. The two bedrooms were upstairs; one had a lake view. The unit was spotless and it was easy to communicate with the host. Highly recommend!
Great stay! Served as our base of operations for our tours of Orleans, Chatham, and P-Town. Did get a chance to fly fish using the canoe and picked up 6-7 yellow perch, but zero recently stocked rainbow trout. Probably operator error on that one. Place was clean and well stocked with great views of the lake. Thanks!!
Husband and I came for Cape Cod Baseball and cycling. This location in Orleans was 1/4 mile from Firebirds field and less than a mile from bike rental at Orleans Cycle adjacent to the Cape Cod Rail Trail. It was immaculate and fit our needs perfectly. Owner Andrew was readily available to all our needs. The pond is amazing although we only enjoyed it from the dock. Great place for a swim! One warning, if you have cranky old knees, bring your hiking sticks to get up and down the hillside!