Location: Sagamore Beach, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA (50 min S of Boston on Bluff on Cape Cod Bay Oceanfront) View Map
Accommodations: 6-Level House, 4 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 3 Baths (Sleeps 10-13)
QUICK RESERVATION UPDATE 2009
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This Thanksgiving, we are very grateful for our fine guests
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SandyToes is AVAILABLE for THANKSGIVING
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November 27-27 available
December available
As seen on FINE LIVING TV: "SandyToes" is a charming oceanside Nantucket Barn-style home on six levels, tucked into the woods right at the ocean. Its multiple levels and interesting spaces give the house a Swiss-Family-Robinson treehouse feeling. SandyToes is situated on a high sandy bluff overlooking the ocean and abutting acres of forested conservation land; the beach is a short walk down the hill.
The top floor Great Room is an inviting space at the top of the "barn." Under its vaulted barnwood ceiling with beams and loft, you'll find planked floors, Sub Zero kitchen with large butcher block island, Miele oven, 2 dishwashers, granite countertop, glass cooktop, 2 sinks, terra cotta tile floors, antique cabinets, an additional fridge) A freestanding fireplace makes the great room, with its window-seat bed, a heavenly place to curl up with some of the scores of books.
Above the kitchen is a ocean-view loft. The Great Room's dining deck offers shady sanctuary under its cathedral of trees and has a stainless steel gas grill.
There are three pleasant bedrooms on the bedroom level: an ocean view room with queen pine canopy bed, an ocean view room w king pillowtop bed w antique headboard and small antique soaking tub, a garden view bedroom w double bed. On the entrance level, a large den/bedroom has two single beds (or king) and a new rustic-chic bathroom. The rooms have beautiful wood floors, antiques, books, and comfortable beds. On the ground floor is a den-bedroom with 2 singles made up as a king. The dramatic beamed Great Room has a window seat bed (twin) overlooking the koi pond and the ocean.
When you step outside through French doors and stroll a few feet up the short sandy path to the bluff to a large deck and seaside garden, you experience a vast panoramic view of Cape Cod Bay from the highest spot on the bay. At yet another deck, tucked into a private woodsy corner, you can shower outside by moonlight surrounded by forest. This charming "upside down" barn has elegant touches but is casual for family fun and entertaining.
Discover the hammock hanging in the trees at the very edge of the ocean -- when you lie down, all you see is your toes and the water. There are walking paths along the old Indian trail which starts right at the SandyToes' side garden.
Swim, wade, or beachcomb for starfish, sand dollars, and hermit crabs on a white, smooth sandy beach. In the inter-tidal zone, you can sometimes find blue mussels and sea clams for dinner. The water gets warmer as summer progresses, so September and October are surprisingly good times to visit.
We've been told that from our deck you can see when the bluefish come to shore in case you would like to try surfcasting. (Yes, we did have a guest who actually brought in a bluefish from our beach.) Across the water, you can see Provincetown & Truro, or watch ships on their way to the nearby Cape Cod Canal, along which there is a fabulous seven-mile level bike path and easy parking for your car.
If you ever want to leave, Plymouth Rock, the Mayflower, and the fascinating Plimoth Plantation (which is like a trip in a time machine) are only eight miles north, and Cape Cod proper is a short two miles away. Charming Sandwich is also two miles away and has a Glass Museum and Heritage Plantation and a fine antiques auction on alternate Saturdays.
The area has many world-class golf courses, antique shops, and historic homes -- some of which date to the 1600s and can be toured. And there's nothing quite like being oceanfront when the July 4th fireworks can be viewed across the water--you can see fireworks all around you as Cape Cod towns have displays that are visible right from 'SandyToes' big oceanfront deck. Campfires (current rules permitting) and clambakes on the beach complete idyllic summertime memories.
If you've ever worried that your summer rental would be shabby or tacky, crowded with cast-off furniture and depressing decor, or stripped down to the meanest minimum (we've seen so many like that), put your mind at rest. This pleasant home has been designed to please discriminating visitors with thoughtful amenities in an inspiring private woodsy oceanside location.
If SandyToes is booked by the time you read this vrbo description, please consider our similarly-wonderful alternatives:
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• "Timberframe Cottage" oceanfront, rustic-chic lovers getaway, spectacular panoramic view, wide pine floors, exquisite and private --- vrbo #32484
•Luxury "Tamarack Lake Estate" waterfront estate w SubZero, Miele, Thermador kitchen, great room, dock, boathouse near ocean----vrbo # 67341
• "Cushman Place Residence" historic luxury downtown Plymouth townhouse in mansion short walk to waterfront, harbor, whale watching --- vrbo # 67687
• "LakeHouse Cottage" direct beachfront w park-like setting, dramatic great room, charmingly renovated, for multi-week stays -- vrbo#25445
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: Top quality front loading High Efficiency washer and dryer (see photo)
- Dryer: Top quality front loading High Efficiency washer and dryer (see photo)
- Linens Provided: We provide nice bed linens, beach towels, towels, etc
- Off Street Parking: Parking in front of the house, and also in the driveway in the forest
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Well, I think you could get an RV back in the forest drivewy
- Wood Fireplace: Fireplace is freestanding, "Cape Cod" onion-shaped pottery fireplace (yes, really) made from crucible-grade ceramic from the Bay State Crucible Company (smelting ceramic) - way more charming than it sounds.
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : In the master bedroom is a King. The King in the bedroom/den is made up of two singles put together as a king.
- Queen Bed: Box-style pine canopy bed, crafted on the island of Cyprus
- Double Bed: In the garden-view bedroom, there is a double bed
- Twin/Single Bed (3) : The loft has 2 single beds, the living room has a single as the window-seat bed overlooking the ocean and koi pond
- Crib: Crib on request, sometimes it is made available to the other homes in our group
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Digital cable TV, flat screen TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: This wonderful kitchen has "hidden" Sub Zero with 2 freezer drawers, plus a new Kitchen Aid "french door" refrigerator for extra space, a smallish German Miele convection oven (full sized, but not as big as a 25 pound turkey), two 18-inch diswashers, granite countertops with two undermount sinks, garbage disposal, kitchen island with oak top, antique spice cabinet, long storage cabinet from the famous "Dillon and Co" English antiques
- Refrigerator (2) : This wonderful kitchen has "hidden" Sub Zero with 2 freezer drawers, plus a new Kitchen Aid "french door" refrigerator for extra space, a smallish German Miele convection oven (full sized, but not as big as a 25 pound turkey), two 18-inch diswashers, granite countertops with two undermount sinks, garbage disposal, kitchen island with oak top, antique spice cabinet, long storage cabinet from the famous "Dillon and Co" English antiques
- Dishwasher (2)
- Microwave: A smallish, make-do microwave. We are reading that some people think microwaving food is not healthy for humans. What do you think?
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Modern stainless steel gas grill (see photo) on dining deck outside the kitchen at the top of this "treehouse."
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (3)
- Balcony: Overlooking the koi pond and ocean
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Password is provided at SandyToes for its Wireless Internet
- Other Amenities
- high speed wireless internet, mostly air conditioned, ceiling fan in great room, fans, well-equipped kitchen, granite countertop, 2 dishwashers, two refrigerators (one is SubZero), Miele convection oven, induction cookers, cooking utensils, antiques, bay window-bed, linens provided on request, BBQ grill, well behaved pet allowed (extra fee), no smoking please, oceanside deck with fire pit Stunning 180 degree views, sandy beach
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: We consider non-shedding pets with pet fee
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: It is no surprise that we must ask that you not smoke indoors.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Whale Watching, deep sea fishing, lobstering, pirates cruise, Plymouth Rock, the MayFlower Ship, Plimoth Plantation, waterslide state forest about 8 miles away, outlet Shopping, Historic Sites, Antiquing, Sightseeing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2009 RATES
taxes are included
$4200 for 6 nights June- Sept up to 10 people
$4850 for 7 nights late June- early Sept
Pet fee $150/week
Cleaning fee $25/hour
OFF SEASON WEEKEND SPECIALS, PLEASE ASK
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Sagamore Beach
SandyToes has a super location: you never find an oceanfront home abutting conservation forest. Just how amazing is that? And it is just 2 miles north of the Cape Cod Canal, so you are very close to everything without getting stuck in the frustratingly bad Cape Cod traffic. We sit right on the Sagamore Beach/Plymouth town line tucked into the woods at the ocean. It was a hidden treasure, and I feel so lucky to have found it!
The Unique Benefits at this 6-Level House
We love the privacy. The multiple levels looking out to the woods, the ocean. The trails along the sea through the woods, the amazing moon rises over the ocean, the wild life. Remember, just because you are on the ocean does not mean the moon will rise like jupiter in front of you over the sea. It is the rare location that captures this frontal spectacle, and SandyToes has it all.
Owner's Map of Sagamore Beach
Dear prospective SandyToes guests:
SandyToes became my 2nd home more than 10 years ago while I was a designer in Boston doing art work for newspapers, magazines and high-tech companies. To me, creating the perfect waterfront getaway home is an art form. My lifelong career had been in designing publications, and later creating magazine illustrations (google "robin jareaux") and painting expressionistic works on canvas. I fell in love with SandyToes, freelanced artwork from there, and as perfect as it seemed, I expanded and improved it and brought out even more of its wonderful qualities with gardens, balconies, skylights, ponds and paths, drama and comfort.
When I first decided to rent my SandyToes (I was working on another renovation) I did not know this would become my work and my passion. Working in two dimensions was fun and rewarding, but my new ART of creating vacation homes that themselves are 'works of art' is on a larger scale. My goal with my homes, as with my art before, is to create a setting that exceeds your expectations, and in turn, your patronage lets me continue my art form a few more years. Please read the guest comments to see the generous and enthusiastic compliments we've received. Please look at "all my rental listings" to see my portfolio artin the form of unique and extra special vacation getaways. It is a labor of love... for you. Honestly.
Property Photos
- Panoramic Views Over a Huge Expanse of Ocean - Cape Cod/Sagamore Beach, MA - Massachusetts Vacation Rental Lodging - Charming Barn in Woods at Ocean, Magnificent Beach!
- A vast oceanfront view from the deck on the bluff - Cape Cod/Sagamore Beach, MA - Massachusetts Vacation Rental Lodging - Charming Barn in Woods at Ocean, Magnificent Beach!
- This shot was taken in March 2005 when winter winds had scrubbed the beach - Cape Cod/Sagamore Beach, MA - Massachusetts Vacation Rental Lodging - Charming Barn in Woods at Ocean, Magnificent Beach!
- Looking toward the house, standing on the oceanfront deck, see the unique design
- Top-floor Great Room sits high above its surroundings plus 2 bed loft overhead
- Our newest bathroom has a delightfully old-time feel on level 1 w den/bedroom
- Antique cabinets, hidden Sub Zero plus Kitchen Aid refr, Miele oven, Spode
- Dining deck off Great Room surrounded by forest on 2 sides, ocean deck beyond
- Ocean view dining, attached dining deck, part of Great Room Kitchen- level 5
- The king bedroom steps out to the moonlit deck overlooking the ocean and koi pon
- The queen bedroom overlooks koi pond and ocean beyond, plus balcony
- The sandy path between SandyToes house and its oceanfront deck
- This truly is the highest nap on Cape Cod Bay
- Two other bathrooms with antique touches, maple tops, Grohe, french sinks
- When the winds are just right, man can fly at SandyToes
- The latest in High Efficiency laundry
Guest Comments (14)
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From a recent email: "I wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed our week at your lovely Sandy Toes home. It truly was one of our best vacations. The weather was perfect and the house was absolutely charming. I felt as if I knew you because everything you had in the house felt so comfortable and familiar. I recognized your books and even found one on Isabella Stewart Gardener museum that I have ordered. Your cookbooks were great fun to browse through. And the furniture you have chosen to live with just fit the house so well. The windows in the house were my favorite feature and I spent much time watching how the lighting came through. We walked througout the woods and that was just such a peaceful thing And that special area in your yard where the little greehouse and the tool shed are, was just exquisite and I took many photos for my art work. I could go on forever, but of course you already know how lovely it is....I envy you being able to go there as you please. I could easily imagine how you could do good work in that bottom floor room. Thank you again for sharing your lovely home, we hope to get back there someday. We have many happy memories, ---Diana Goslin
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(from our guest's departing note) "Hello Robin and John, We just wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed SandyToes !!! We had a wonderful and very special vacation in your home. All the special touches you have put into this house made our time here very comfortable and enjoyable !!! (smiley face) We are all very sad to leave, especially my husband. He has fished every morning and night since we arrived (and he has caught several fish!) Thank you again, -------- The Bailey Clan.
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(From our Guestbook:) "Wonderful house, views are spectacular! Had a great week! Thank you :-) " The Knott Family
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"WOW ... There is so much to say. "Sandy Toes" was like entering your own personal home ... nothing like a Hotel/Motel... The view spectacular ... My long walks on the beach...We found a great fish market & purchased lots of things to grill ... also visited restaurants in the area ... one week was too little and time passed much too quickly for us to leave "Sandy Toes". Everything is there for you to enjoy in this HOME AWAY FROM HOME ... We are hoping to visit Sandy Toes again SOONER rather THAN LATER ..." Best wishes, Robin Sayko
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"We had a great time. Loved the house and the grounds!! The fireworks were awesome! We took day trips to Plymouth, Martha's Vineyard & Buzzards Bay. We really enjoyed your lovely home." Elaine Bell
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"This is a very special place that we will remember forever. Thanks for allowing us to access this piece of paradise." - Nanny Ria, Grandad Dave
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We are so grateful for our long restful (vacation.) You have thought of everything. The comforts of home! Everything is truly beautiful. I loved watching the waves crash and rolling on your great big cuddly couch. I can't wait to returnWe hope to return in the summer of 2004
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"We loved the house. Great kitchen, comfy beds, beautiful sunrises, awesome sunsets. We all enjoyed making coffee on the bluff and the best bonfire and marshmallow roasts. Awesome. Thank you for all the thoughtful touches for our three-generation gathering. We had wonderful time! This is such a beautiful spot. We look forward to returning. (Our) folks joined us for a night and fell in love with the view!"
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"Thanks -- wonderful week. The house with little treasures peeking out from everywhere. The koi pond and the little wood creatures, the deck and the sea garden, the ocean and sunrises. All idyllic!
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