Overlooking Mayo Beach, this charming 1880's ranch-style cottage offers a tranquil retreat. The first floor features a cozy kitchen and dining area, living room with another dining space, and two bedrooms - one with a double bed and the other with bunk beds. With its small deck and sandy beach directly in front of the cottage, enjoy relaxing by the water or take a short walk to the community playground or tennis courts.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
3 Bedroom Cottage by the Harbor (1667)
This is an 1880's 3 bedroom,1.5 bath ranch-style cottage overlooking Mayo Beach. There is a small deck and nice yard with a sandy beach directly in front of the cottage. The first floor has a small kitchen with a dining area, living room with another dining area, 2 bedrooms - 1 bedroom has a double bed and the other bedroom has a set of bunk beds (twin over double), as well as a bathroom with tub and shower (access to the bath and the 2nd bedroom is through the bunk bedroom). There is a very narrow stairway that leads to the third bedroom on the second floor - attic level - with 3 twin beds(one XL). It is a 5 - 10 minute walk to the center of town, a very short walk to Mayo Beach, the community playground and tennis courts and about 10 minutes by car to the pond and ocean beaches. An administrative fee and applicable taxes may apply. Linens are not provided—guests may bring their own or rent. This property does not have air conditioning.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching 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)
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
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
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
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 C0233203180
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.
About the area
Located in Wellfleet, this cottage is by the sea. Commercial Street is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill and Atlantic Spice Company are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Wellfleet travel guide
Is 3 Bedroom Cottage by the Harbor (1667) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 3 Bedroom Cottage by the Harbor (1667)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3 Bedroom Cottage by the Harbor (1667)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3 Bedroom Cottage by the Harbor (1667)?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 3 Bedroom Cottage by the Harbor (1667) located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Cod Beaches, Mayo Beach and Indian Neck Beach. Uncle Tim's Bridge and Powers Landing Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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3 Bedroom Cottage by the Harbor (1667) Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Very well maintained house built in the 1800"s. Wonderful location across from a bay beach, with beautiful back yard and long front porch . My family loved staying there .Well equiped,and had a washer and dryer! Easy walk to playground/ recreation center, restaurants, harbor and town center. (Stairs to the second floor would be difficult for an elderly person)
Kathleen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Shannon C.
3 Oct 2024
120 Kendrick Ave Wellfleet
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cottage by the Harbor. The cottage had all of the required and some bonus amenities and the location could not be beat. Great backyard, outdoor shower, wrap around porch, washer/dryer, short walk to the pier, several restaurants and downtown, plus the harbor beach directly across the street. We've been vacationing in Wellfleet for over 20 years on Kendrick Ave and this has been one of our favorite rentals so far. The only constructive feedback I'd like to offer is the cleanliness of home. I don't believe the property had been cleaned adequately, if at all over the span of several weeks. There was sand all over the floors in multiple rooms. The floors underneath the furniture had layers of dust, dirt and sand. There were multiple cobwebs throughout the home, the corners had human hair balls and dead bugs. There was an ant infestation of some sort in the kitchen under the sink and behind the washer and dryer. I ended up spending a few hours doing a thorough cleaning of the space myself, and although I didn't mind, I'd expect for the amount of money we spent, the place be more appropriately cleaned between rentals. Otherwise, we hope to return. It was a wonderful and charming home; location and we look forward to making more memories at this spot.
A nice summer house close to everything. We walked to restaurants, the pier, beach, market and shops. The house was clean and had a big backyard for barbecue! Overall it was excellent.
Bob G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ruthanne W.
16 Aug 2021
Perfect location near Wellfleet Harbor
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family of four stayed at “Quaint Cottage” and were very happy with the rental! It’s about a quarter mile from the Wellfleet Harbor, within walking distance to our favorite restaurants, Bookstore & Restaurant, Mac’s on the Pier, and Pearl. The rental was clean and comfortable and the large screened in porch was one of our favorite amenities. The house does not have WiFi, which we didn’t know ahead of time, but we have an unlimited data plan, so that wasn’t an issue. Having the upstairs bedroom was great for the kids, although (as advertised) the stairs are steep and very narrow. Overall, it was a great property and we’d recommend it to anyone!
Ruthanne W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Abby A.
26 Jul 2022
quirky and LOVELY
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The photos don't do justice to this well-cared-for, slightly quirky and LOVELY home. The quirks are that you walk through one bedroom to get to another -- and the stairs to get to the bedroom under the eaves are wildly narrow and steep. No WiFi, but our plan is unlimited data with hotspot so we were fine. I do wish the bed in the master bedroom were a queen instead of a double -- sigh. Overall, we didn't mind ANY of that, and instead loved so many things. The wraparound, screened-in porch means there's always a shaded, cool, insect-free spot to sit and relax. Notes are placed at various spots around the house to help explain how everything works! The kitchen is well-stocked. Fans are in every room (though I'm glad we brought extra ones during our hot week!). The upstairs bedroom has a fabulous view of the bay and utterly delighted my daughter; there's ample seating in the living room; a great outdoor shower; lots of private space in the backyard; the house is decorated with love; location is close to everything ... and so on. We found this house easy and hospitable, and enjoyed a lovely, restful week.
Abby A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Abby A.
25 Jul 2022
quirky and LOVELY
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The photos don't do justice to this well-cared-for, slightly quirky and LOVELY home. The quirks are that you walk through one bedroom to get to another -- and the stairs to get to the bedroom under the eaves are wildly narrow and steep. No WiFi, but our plan is unlimited data with hotspot so we were fine. I do wish the bed in the master bedroom were a queen instead of a double -- sigh. Overall, we didn't mind ANY of that, and instead loved so many things. The wraparound, screened-in porch means there's always a shaded, cool, insect-free spot to sit and relax. Notes are placed at various spots around the house to help explain how everything works! The kitchen is well-stocked. Fans are in every room (though I'm glad we brought extra ones during our hot week!). The upstairs bedroom has a fabulous view of the bay and utterly delighted my daughter; there's ample seating in the living room; a great outdoor shower; lots of private space in the backyard; the house is decorated with love; location is close to everything ... and so on. We found this house easy and hospitable, and enjoyed a lovely, restful week.
Abby A.
Verified
8/10 Good
Leslie K.
4 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Quaint Cape Cod vacation
The house was in a great location for a relaxing getaway during the CoVid-19 pandemic. We had plenty of space for 6 people and the screened-in wrap-around porch provided a lovely breeze and was where we hung out most of the time we were home. Kitchen offered more than we've seen at other places, so we could easily cook most meals and eat either out at the picnic table or on the porch. Clothesline, outdoor shower, and grill were all perks we weren't expecting and really appreciated. House was in great shape and generally had great ocean breezes during a hot week.
My concerns have to do with communication. I sent a message before our trip asking about linens and never received a response. When we arrived I called and emailed a couple of times with questions, also no response. I had to go to the OceanView Realty office to have my questions answered, which was frustrating. Also, the binder in the house had no information that would be useful to a traveler. Information about obtaining beach stickers, where those beach stickers are used, accurate trash and recycling information (we had outdated info in the house), and travel tips about beaches, places to see, and restaurant information were all missing. The binder had detailed information about plumbers, handymen, and how to open and close the house for the season, and a rental contract from 2009, but nothing for the week-long renter, including contact information for the owner.
It's a great house in a great location, but the lack of useful information and the lack of a response to calls, emails, and VRBO messages were frustrating. Fortunately we have traveled to the Cape before and knew some of how to get around, so we had a great vacation.
Also, this house does not have wifi, which is hard to believe in this day and age and is definitely a downside.
Leslie K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ruthie W.
16 Aug 2021
Perfect location near Wellfleet Harbor
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family of four stayed at “Quaint Cottage” and were very happy with the rental! It’s about a quarter mile from the Wellfleet Harbor, within walking distance to our favorite restaurants, Bookstore & Restaurant, Mac’s on the Pier, and Pearl. The rental was clean and comfortable and the large screened in porch was one of our favorite amenities. The house does not have WiFi, which we didn’t know ahead of time, but we have an unlimited data plan, so that wasn’t an issue. Having the upstairs bedroom was great for the kids, although (as advertised) the stairs are steep and very narrow. Overall, it was a great property and we’d recommend it to anyone!