Location: Falmouth, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA (West Falmouth, 10 min. drive to Main Street Falmouth Village) View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 11)
Keywords: West Falmouth, Chapoquoit Beach, Old Silver Beach, Shining Sea bike path
Charming 1940 renovated Cape with high ceilings, exposed wood beams, large country kitchen, spacious master bedroom with vaulted ceiling, wood-burning fireplace and enclosed backyard. WiFi and two window air-conditioners. Quick walk to market, cafe, ice-cream shop and bike path.
50 additional photos of the house and neighborhood available upon request!
Located in the West Falmouth historic district (Our front door is featured on the "Doors of Cape Cod" poster!), our house is a scenic 20-minute walk (one mile) or quick bike ride to Chapoquoit Beach along the Shining Sea bike path and gorgeous West Falmouth Harbor.
Our block includes a 100-year-old country store (with a great deli, White's bakery, produce from a local farm, made-to-order pizza & sandwiches, wine and WiFi), the Village Cafe (breakfast and lunch), Eulinda's gourmet ice-cream shop with indoor and outdoor seating (summer only), a hair salon, day spa, and a 19th-Century church on the National Register of Historic Places. The Shining Sea bike path and West Falmouth Harbor are about 2 blocks away. The historic West Falmouth Library is a 10-minute walk down the road.
You may also bike to the Main Street of Falmouth Village on the Shining Sea bike path.
Chapoquoit Beach is on Buzzards Bay, known for great swimming (warm, clear water and gentle waves) and sunsets, as the beach faces west. Lifeguards and resident-only parking (renters can buy a weekly parking pass for $60). One-and-a-half miles to ultra-popular Old Silver Beach, also on Buzzards Bay.
A 10-minute drive to the main street of Falmouth Village. A 15-minute drive to Woods Hole for the Martha's Vineyard ferry and seaside restaurants. Parking lot for Martha's Vineyard ferry shuttles is just five minutes down the road!
The Shining Sea Bicycle Path runs by Falmouth Village and alongside the seashore, ending in Woods Hole. (Bike rentals available in town.) Horseback-riding stable a five-minute drive up the road.
JULY AND AUGUST BEACH PARKING:
Renters may park at Chapoquoit's and Old Silver's resident-only parking lot (and all other Falmouth beaches) by purchasing a town sticker for $60 per week (less for multiple weeks). There is no charge for walking or biking to the beach.
HOUSE FEATURES
The first floor of the house features a living room with brick fireplace, ceiling fan and dining nook; a large country kitchen with breakfast nook; a family room with two Ethan Allen couches, a window air-conditioning unit and cable TV/DVD/WiFi internet in a built-in cabinet; a bedroom with two twin beds and a full bath. Hardwood floors in living room (new 2007), family room and downstairs bedroom (new 2008). New porcelain-tile floor in kitchen (2009). New refrigerator (2010), new washing machine (2010).
The kitchen leads to an outdoor deck with Webber gas grill, large outdoor wooden dining table with umbrella, outdoor shower and a fenced-in backyard (100% fenced) lined with rosebushes. Extensive woods beyond the fence. Custom-built shed for bikes & beach gear.
The second floor features 4 bedrooms (one with air conditioner, one with balcony). A full bath adjoins the master bedroom. The spacious master bedroom has a 15-foot vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and ceiling fan, king bed and an antique dressing table.
Beds: 1 king, 2 queen, 1 full, 3 twin.
The layout of the house is ideal for mingling, with the large kitchen in the middle and the living and family rooms on each side. French doors between the living room and kitchen can be left open or closed. Our house has been very popular with wedding groups, including three brides!
Please note: We require renters to be at least 25 years of age, unless they are renting with their parents or grandparents. No more than 11 people may spend the night at the house (excluding small children). NO SMOKING . NO PETS.
Day trips: Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Provincetown, Boston (1.25 hours)and Newport, Rhode Island (1 Hour).
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Two window units: one in family room and one in an upstairs bedroom (two rooms only)
- Linens Provided : We provide linens for a $50 laundry fee. Renters may avoid this fee by washing their sheets before checkout (our housekeepers will wash towels) or bringing their own sheets.
- Washer : New 2010. In kitchen closet.
- Dryer : In kitchen closet
- Off Street Parking : two driveways, one on each side of the house. parking for 4-5 cars
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : boat
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (2)
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (3)
- Crib : Pack N Play portable crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library : small collection of movies for both kids and grown-ups
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : new 2010
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : outdoor dining table with umbrella
- Balcony
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Outdoor shower
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Baby gate at bottom of stairs. "Little People" & other toys, Thomas trains, kids' DVDs, sand toys, boogie boards, Pack N Play. Fenced-in yard. Owners have children!
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Renters must be at least 25 unless renting with their parents or grandparents.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- whale-watch cruises, water park, dinner train, sunset cruises, drive-in movie theater, clam shacks.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June $1,000/week July & August: $1,650/week. Aug. 26-Sept. 3: $1,600/8 nights
June, July & August rent by the week, Sunday-Sunday
Security Deposit $300 (refundable)
Cleaning upon checkout included. Fee for laundry service $50. Renters may avoid
this fee by washing their sheets or bringing their own sheets.
(Housekeepers will wash bath towels.)
Spring & Fall: $600 first 3 nights; $100 each additional night. 3-night minimum
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Historic Home Near Chapoquoit, Old Silver Beaches, Bike Path!
Year Purchased: 2005
Property Photos
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- Classic 1940 Cape - Falmouth Vacation Rental
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- Living Room -- partial view - Falmouth Vacation Rental
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- Living room
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- Family Room -- partial view
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- Large Country Kitchen
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- Stairway
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- Bedroom with queen and twin beds
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- Upstairs bedroom with Queen bed and balcony with chaise lounge
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- Master Bedroom with vaulted ceiling, antique dressing table and private bath
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- Master bedroom with oversize windows
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- Chapoquoit Beach -- 1 mile from our house
Traveler Reviews (7)
great time in Cape Cod!
Guest: acire
(Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 09/14/11
Review Submitted: 09/22/11
We had a great time staying at this home in West Falmouth. It was clean and very kid friendly with toys etc. It was so nice to have our own space and yard area. The home is very close to a wonderful bike trail and a quick drive/bike to great beaches. I would highly recommend this home for families wanting to stay together. We stayed there with our toddler and my parents. It worked out great to be all together and we could have had more stay with us as well as we still had 2 bedrooms unused. The house is great for kids with toys, movies, beach toys. Additionally, the owners made it very easy to find the home and check-in/out. They also provided helpful tips for attractions/amenities in the area.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful vacation experience....
Guest: Family Four
(Berlin, Vermont)
Date of Stay: 06/26/11
Review Submitted: 07/07/11
This lovely rental home looks small and quaint from the outside but is spacious and comfortable inside. It easily accommodated our large extended family, and the two gathering rooms off the kitchen were perfect for our needs. The family room became the children's playroom and they loved the selection of toys. The furniture and decor was just right for us; clean, well maintained and elegant enough to seem special, yet practical enough for family comfort. The outdoor shower was a perfect way to end a day at the beach. Biking, finding a different beach each day, farmer's market and used book sale, lobster lobster everywhere, ice cream shop across the street, it just doesn't get much better than this. Owners were very helpful, responding quickly to all our questions. We can't wait to go back next year!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
cozy house, great hosts
Guest: Lauren
(New York City)
Date of Stay: 10/11/10
Review Submitted: 10/20/10
The house is lovely -- very clean with lots of beds which are very very comfortable. Great location too. It's close to beaches, shopping and an incredible bike trail.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Mary Ellen10
(Connecticut)
Date of Stay: 01/22/10
Review Submitted: 01/22/10
We had a wonderful time at your home in Falmouth. The ice cream store right across the street certainly gave an incentive to hit the conveniently located bike trail. The house was very comfortable for our family and had everything we needed. Thanks for a special visit to the Cape.
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Guest: Tracey Civiletti
(Rochester, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/12/10
Review Submitted: 01/12/10
Linda, Thank you so much for letting my family stay in your beautiful home this past July. It was our first trip to the cape and it was amazing! We loved that your house was so close to the beaches and really enjoyed staying at your property. We are definitly looking forward to a return visit in the future.
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Guest: Caroline27
(Westfield, NJ)
Date of Stay: 09/19/09
Review Submitted: 09/19/09
Linda - thank you for such a wonderful experience! Your home is beautiful, so incredibly well-equipped, and the information you provided in the binder about the house and the area was invaluable! I loved that every room was so cheerful and comfortable. Everything was so clean and in such great condition. There was nothing else we could have possibly needed! The property is wonderfully central to everything. The corner store, just a few doors down, had everything we forgot (including the convenience for a bottle of wine! - fyi for anyone else - they also sell beer and liquor). You made the process of renting the property so easy from start to finish, and it has been an absolute pleasure interacting with you! Should we be fortunate enough to return to this beautiful area of the world, you will be our first call, and we have already been telling people to contact you if they ever visit!
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Guest: Blackburn
(England)
Date of Stay: 08/09/09
Review Submitted: 08/09/09
Just wanted to say thank you very much for letting us stay in your lovely house. We had a great time and the wedding was an amazing experience. It was a fantastic holiday which we will remember forever, Thank you again for all your help, we will be recommending your house to our friends and family who are interested in visitng the area.
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