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Causeway to Lt. Island
South Deck
Loft - king bed with double futon couch
Kitchen, dining, living area with deck
Lt. Island Bridge - great for jumping in Loagy Creek

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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South Wellfleet, MA
  • Place, Lieutenant Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Meadow Avenue Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Palmers On Lieutenant Island, Charming Post/Beam Home

Post and Beam home with a bay view from the gated south facing deck. Full kitchen with a gas range, microwave, coffee maker, blender, Frig, dishwasher, and all utensils. There are two private bay beaches that are less than 1/2 mile walk on sandy roads. The ocean beaches and fresh water ponds are about two miles East. There is easy access to the bike path which leads from S. Wellfleet up Cape to Brewster and Provincetown.Ptown is 20 miles North. Lt. Island is ringed by the Audubon Sanctuary and has great walking and back water boating. Located at the house are two bikes(one with a child's seat), a canoe, windsurfer, and surf board. The bedrooms on the main level have a queen and a double bed, while the loft has a king bed and double futon. The basement has a full laundry. Pets are allowed except on the town beaches and Audubon trails. TV and internet access with direct and wireless connections. Mini splits are present for hot days.


Activities: The house is located in the center of Lt. Island. It has a distant bay view with quiet sandy roads leading to two private beaches 1/2 mile in either direction from the house. There are no street lights on the island, so it is wonderful for star gazing. The bike rail trail is located 1.5 miles away on Rt. 6, and there are two bikes at the house. There is a canoe, windsurfer, and sunfish at the house but one would need a car rack, or truck to take them to either of the beaches.
Lt. Island is an exclusive location due to the causeway that leads onto the island. When tides are greater than 9.5 feet, the road will go under water for varying times depending upon the size of the tide. At high tides, the marshes to the north, east and south are wonderful for boating, bird watching, and fishing. Fishing for striped bass,blue fish and boating are best at the private north beach, while sunbathing and swimming are best at the private south beach.

Amenities: There is a Stereo system, TV, CD player, and Cassette player. Please bring extra books and movies to complement the selection already present. There is cable to the house and it supplies direct and wireless internet access and TV reception.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please remove sheets and place in a pillow case for that bed. Then place dirty towels and filled pillow cases on the Front door landing
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number C0175563180

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

South Wellfleet

Located in South Wellfleet, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore, while Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater and Wellfleet Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Edward Penniman House and Barn and Cape Escape Adventure Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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South Wellfleet, MA

What's nearby

  • Lieutenant Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Meadow Avenue Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Cod National Seashore - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Mayflower Beach - 46 min drive - 44.8 km

Getting around

  • Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wellfleet Shellfish Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Seafood Wellfleet Pier - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Palmers On Lieutenant Island, Charming Post/Beam Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Palmers On Lieutenant Island, Charming Post/Beam Home?

As of Mar 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palmers On Lieutenant Island, Charming Post/Beam Home on Mar 7, 2026 start from $470, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Palmers On Lieutenant Island, Charming Post/Beam Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Palmers On Lieutenant Island, Charming Post/Beam Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Palmers On Lieutenant Island, Charming Post/Beam Home located?

This family-friendly South Wellfleet vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lieutenant Island and South Lieutenant Island Beach. Cape Cod National Seashore is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location can’t be beat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Lt. island

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

pete z., Sturbridge, MA

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

We love Lt. Island

Nice little cottage. We had a lovely visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Relaxing week away!

Lieutenants island is magical. The house met all of our needs. We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

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

Beautiful stay

We loved Lt Island: quiet and private, wooded and beach. And we loved the house. We spent hours on the deck, eating and playing games and reading. Great spot to relax and enjoy a quiet spot on Cape Cod.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri K.

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

Excellent vacation

First of all, the house is beautiful. Clean and had every thing we needed plus more. The owner, Foster, was extremely accommodating with our questions etc. the island itself is just magical. With a few beaches within walking distance, lots of birds, turtles, sea shells oh and the resident fox!Neighbors were all very friendly and welcoming.Close to all neighboring beach towns, beaches and attractions. We wish we could have stayed longer.2 full bathrooms including an outdoor shower came in handy for our large family as well as washer and dryer!Can’t give this enough stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

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

Location can't be beat

Awesome place on Lt Island, walkable to bay beach w tidal pools etc that the kids could explore
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Almost off the grid on Lt. Island

All you could ask for as far accommodations go. Nothing was lacking. Perfect location. Very on hands and attentive owner which was very helpful when old people like us couldnt figure out how to work the smart tv!! Owner facetimed with us and fixed it! Highly recommend this outstanding house and this outstanding place.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam J. R.

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

Great House in Beautiful Location

Lieutenant's Island is secluded and peaceful, and the house absolutely suited our needs. Very sizable patio for relaxing and grilling, and a great loft space with king size bed. Also, I forgot a jacket there and the hosts graciously called me to let me know and shipped it to my house within days.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

David D., Chicago USA

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

Great location, good place at a good price

Nice, quirky place in a great location. 4 beaches within a 10 minute walk, plus ponds, beaches and national seashore galore within a 20 minute drive. We had a great time. The house has its quirks but the price reflects that. Foster was easy to work with.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

karl s.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Pretty Great location! But very not so great accommodation

Great location! But not so great accommodationS. We absolutely love this area it is beautiful And peaceful. But the accommodations left a lot to be desired! I could go on and on but I don’t want to be that person, but let me just say that the 25 year old coffee maker that looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in a year and the ants crawling all over the countertops and getting into our food was just not something we Enjoyed very much!I guess sometimes you just don’t get what you pay for
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Rustic accomodations

The uniqueness of this property allows you to explore and discover the natural features of this island. Get to the island via a one lane wooden bridge which requires you to be patient and share! A short bike ride or car ride will find you on a bay beach with few to no people around. Ocean beaches are a short ride off island. Ice cream and summer type food are served across the street at Bob’s on route 6, a family owned business who aim to please. And, behind Bob’s is the bike trail that will take you to Marconi Beach or south to Eastham. Even though Lieutenant’s Island is a secluded setting, it is surrounded with many things to do for both young and old.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

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

A fun, quirky spot on a quiet, private island

Palmer's house is a fun, quirky spot that feels far from any hustle and bustle of Route 6. Lt. Island is a beautiful, secluded spot in Wellfleet. Palmer's house is just a 10 minute walk to a bay side beach, where at low tide you can walk far out into the bay looking at crabs. Although it's technically a public beach, it was very quiet most of the time, and the island itself is tucked out of the way. The house was well-appointed with kitchen items, a plethora of clean towels and sheets, two baby gates, beach chairs, an old boogie board, an amazing, multi-spouted outdoor shower, and little interesting nooks to explore. If you're looking for pristine, brand-new, big box store items, this isn't the place for you, but if you appreciate a more relaxed, homey feel with quirky charm, it's a great place to enjoy all Wellfleet has to offer. My one complaint is that the full-sized bedroom had two large dressers that dominated the room. One was topped with an assortment of animal sculptures, which were fun to look at, but the bulk of the furniture made it less restful, especially for smaller children. The owner was super responsive and helpful for a variety of questions we had. Definitely a great choice if you like quirky charm and are interested in exploring a more out of the way place on the outer cape!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon N.

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

Great experience!

The location was really fun, the tides can get in the way but planning around was easy. Jumping off the bridge was a blast. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Laurie S.

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

perfect location on magical Lt Island

Lots of personality in this quirky little house, that contains everything you could need. Perfect location on this magical island, the wooded edge of a marsh. The loft room is great, the deck is spacious and comfortable, there is a killer outdoor shower. We loved having our dog with us. Would happily return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

lenice H.

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

Overstuffed house, but very positive experience.

Overstuffed oouse, but very positive experience. Attractive and amazingly quiet location. Good access to many paddling sites and walking trails. High tide blocking access road a challenge but very managable. House overstuffed with collectables and excess kitchenware, but we made it work. Furnishings suitable for all our needs. Owner generous with communications. We and our pet came to feel quite at home there.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Tricia G.

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

Serenity

What a wonderful week on Lt Island! Home was spacious and comfortable, so peaceful and quiet. The walks to North and South beaches were just lovely. Have been vacationing at the cape for over 20 years and renting on this island was amazing! Will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Best place on the cape

This is our second time staying at Fosters place and we fully intend on making it our yearly tradition. The house fits our family of 5 perfectly. There is everything you need there; from linens and towels to kitchen items to beach items. The location is the best on the cape. Quiet, secluded and not overpopulated. Jumping off of the bridge at high tide is always a crowd pleaser. I’d give this place 10 stars if I could! Thanks, Foster, for sharing your place and letting others create beautiful memories there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Great vacation spot

Cozy dog friendly house on a beautiful island
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Catherine K.

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

Peaceful respite

We enjoyed our stay on the island. It was a beautiful peek into old Cape Cod with the scrub pines and beach within sight distance of each other. The sandy roads and the main road leading to the island were true joys to walk on with our dog.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P., Medford, Ma

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

Beautiful island quiet vacation

Durning uncertain times, this was the perfect spot for our vacation. We loved the beauty and quiet of Lieutenant’s Island. The beaches which were a short walk from the house on scenic sand roads, were beautiful and uncrowded. The house was large and very clean, with a wonderful deck with both shade and sun. Two sliding doors from the deck provided great ventilation. The bedrooms were good sized and the bed was comfortable. The open space living room/ kitchen was very comfortable and decorated eclectically. Foster was very helpful, answering all of our questions and giving us information about the island and how to get to the beaches. We had a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Perfect spot

We’ve been staying at Lieutenant Island for years and Foster’s place did not disappoint. Well appointed kitchen with everything you could ask for, spacious bedrooms, tons of windows for the ocean breezes and a huge deck to enjoy. Plenty of fans, an air conditioner, towels, linens an outdoor shower all add to the convenience and comfort. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Thomas D.

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

Love lieutenant island

We had a pleasant stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ksenia L.

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

Beatiful house on a quite Lieutenant Island

From the first minute we just loved this place. The Lieutenant island is quite and beautiful, has two private beaches (you will not need a sticker). The house is big and comfortable, has everything you need ,including bicycles, beach umbrella and chairs, beach towels. Beds are very comfortable, and kitchen is well equipped. The owner was ready to help with everything and responded to all the questions fast. We have had a great vacation and no complaints!!!! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deb P.

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

Fabulous place to stay

This home is wonderful for those seeking the beauty and quiet of Lieutenant’s Island. The owner was incredibly responsive- we got there and the fridge had been having problems for the previous tenant. It was a drag to be without a fridge for the first day- but the owner did everything in his power to remedy the situation and we had a brand new fridge the next afternoon- on a Saturday no less. He also came and fixed the outdoor shower for us while we were here. The place is comfortable, clean, quiet, and really truly wonderful and special.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Foster Palmer

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I was born and raised in the Adirondacks of upper New York state. After graduating from Cornell Veterinary College, I practiced in Wyo, NY, VT, SC, Tortola, and Ma. I also taught at Delhi College and Newberry SC in their preveterinary programs.

Why they chose this property

I was practicing in Vt from 1974 to 1993 and needed a place to relax away from phones, TV, and work. My home now has a phone, cable, TV, and internet so the days/weeks of playing cards and just walking the beaches are diminished but not gone.

What makes this property unique

Lt Island is considered exclusive now and is ringed by Audubon. The beaches on the island are private and one can walk pets there if they are leashed, even during the peak summer season. The piping plovers and diamond back terrapins nest on the island so animals must be leashed during the summer nesting season.

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