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★Waterfront & on Bike Path★ Avail 7/8 week ★ Private beach★Bikes★Kayaks💥Sunsets

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Propane fire-pit for cool nights. Evening view.
Propane fire-pit for cool nights. Daytime view.
Open floor plan with Williams-Sonoma lighting fixtures & comfortable seating.
Like being on a cruise ship!
Private beach on the lake. Very gentle slope with sandy bottom into the lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Harwich, MA
    Seymour Pond
    1 min walk
    Sheep Pond
    14 min walk
    Rail Trail Bike Shop
    5 min drive
    Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    21 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

★Waterfront & on Bike Path★ Avail 7/8 week ★ Private beach★Bikes★Kayaks💥Sunsets

Lake Shore Cottage

**2 Night minimum* All Year
**7 Night minimum Saturday -Saturday in the Summer

***Linens Included (sheets, towels & beach towels)

Hi speed WiFi

This cottage in Harwich can comfortably accommodate up to 6 people with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

If you are looking for a perfect location, it does not get much better than this. This Waterfront home has 100+ feet of private beach for you to enjoy. You can swim in the clean sandy bottom lake, use the Stand-Up Paddleboards, Old Town canoe or kayaks to paddle around and explore, skip rocks, or just kick back and enjoy your private slice of heaven.

The home is also located on your own private beach and next to Seymour Pond's public beach area. If you walk across the property's fenced & tree-lined border, you will have several hundred additional feet of sandy beach area to enjoy (but there’s plenty of sandy beachfront right at the cottage)

The Cape Cod rail trail is right behind the front yard fence. There is a gate to take your bikes through. The Pleasant Lake general store is a mile ride down the trail for delicious sandwiches, burritos, wraps and ice cream!

Beautifully decorated lakefront home. From entry into the fully renovated kitchen you’ll find a dining area with seating 6 or 8.

The kitchen has all the cooking and dining utensils you will need. KitchenAid appliances with navy blue gas stove. Marble counters on the large island.

New master bathroom with extra large walk-in shower! New hall bathroom with a shower/tub combination.

The living room has twinkling lakefront views and large wall mounted flat screen Frame TV.
Lots of comfy furniture and a wood-burning fireplace (Bring your own wood).
There are 2 sets of French doors to the stone patio with dining set and gas grill & high end Restoration Hardware outdoor furniture & extra-large gas firepit.

The house has central AC with controllers in each bedroom and living room.
The primary bedroom has a king-size bed and new master bath and walk-in master closet.

The Cape Cod Rail borders the home beyond the fence in the front of the house & we provide 4 adult bikes. You will love this scenic bike trail that passes by lakes, cranberry bogs, salt marshes, and much more of Cape Cods natural scenery. There are lots of great stop off spots close by where you can get ice cream, penny candy, dinner, margaritas, etc. You can bike ride, walk, or jog on this protected pedestrian path which extends all the way to Provincetown.

Just a short drive away, are several of Cape Cod's most beautiful ocean and bay side beaches. We are also just a short drive to Harwich port shops, and several great seafood restaurants. This property has so much to offer everyone, with lots of activities just outside the front door. You will love the waterfront location, the spectacular sunsets that occur each day over Seymour Pond, and Barbeques along the lake with your friends and family. This is a perfect spot for your summer vacation.

High chair and pack-n-play provided.

We donate a percentage of our profits to charitable organizations. We’ve supported Opioid Addiction Programs, Animal Shelters, Community Theater, The Needy Fund, The Bail Project, Habitat for Humanity and others.

Property manager

Aruna McDermott
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house please.
We are so sorry but we do not rent to students.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0101641260

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brewster

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in West Brewster, a neighbourhood in Brewster. Cape Codder Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Cape Cod Lavender Farm and Cape Cod Museum of Natural History. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Harwich, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Museum of Natural History - 6 min drive
  • Ocean Edge Golf Club - 8 min drive
  • Harwich Port - 9 min drive
  • Nickerson State Park - 10 min drive
  • Cape Cod Rail Trail - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪J T's Seafood - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Eat Cake 4 Breakfast - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Linx Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪400 East - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ★Waterfront & on Bike Path★ Avail 7/8 week ★ Private beach★Bikes★Kayaks💥Sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ★Waterfront & on Bike Path★ Avail 7/8 week ★ Private beach★Bikes★Kayaks💥Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ★Waterfront & on Bike Path★ Avail 7/8 week ★ Private beach★Bikes★Kayaks💥Sunsets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ★Waterfront & on Bike Path★ Avail 7/8 week ★ Private beach★Bikes★Kayaks💥Sunsets located?

Nestled on the beach, this West Brewster holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sheep Pond, Rail Trail Bike Shop and Cape Cod Lavender Farm. Cape Cod Beaches and Breakwater Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house on the water!
This is a beautiful house! It’s so nice to be right on the water. The whole family enjoyed kayaking and paddleboarding!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

monica w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic property
Property is just a gem. I almost don't want to share how wonderful this property is! we want to book again and again! Aruna was an excellent host and the property was magical. Thank you Aruna and family for sharing your special place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in the perfect spot!
We had an amazing stay at Aruna's home. The house itself is very clean and beautifully decorated. We were a family of 6 (4 teenagers!). The house was spacious enough for all and we were very comfortable. Also, the beds were great! I am always worried about the quality of the beds when we rent a home and these were fabulous. Really, everything in the house was perfect and just super easy to live in. The location was beautiful. With Cape Cod beaches being so packed (or super cold water), it was great to have the pond to swim in and play on. We were in the water every day. The teens, flexing their independence, went out and explored most days. My husband and I were very content to just hang out by the pond. We never felt the need to leave except to go check out some baseball games. There is a public beach next to the house so you are "sharing" with others but everyone is just out to enjoy themselves and, again, it's much more private than the beaches. Communication with Aruna was easy and she responded quickly to any questions (as in, can we use the extra beach towels??). You can tell she loves her home and wants others to enjoy it as well. We certainly did!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin A., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation
We had a wonderful time at this property. It is very centrally located on the cape, so it never felt like we had to drive for a very long time. The kitchen was well stocked, and the home was very comfortable. We loved the beach right out the back door! The pond water was very warm and great for kayaking. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a clean and renovated cottage
It exceeded our expectations.

10/10 Excellent

Jason R., Arlington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic property
The cottage is a beautiful well-appointed home on Seymour Pond. Loved the kayaks and paddleboards and watching sunsets from amazing back patio. Great kitchen and outdoor grill made cooking for our big family a breeze. The house was everything we could ask for! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

laura k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic, chic cottage
We have been renting on the Cape for years and Lakeside cottage was by far our favorite. The location was not only gorgeous, right on the pond with breathtaking sunsets, but so convenient with the bike path right out front. The landscaping, flowering window boxes, comfortable and chic decorations, bikes and watercraft we didn’t have to lug down made it really feel like a high end vacation. The touches that stood out were new soaps, shower liner and foot towels, matching towel sets, incredibly comfortable bedding, and pottery barn decor. The kitchen and 2nd bath update will make it even more elegant, but overall, 5 star attention to detail, communication, cleanliness and location can’t be beat. Lakeside is exactly what we’ve been looking for and can’t wait to return. Thank you Aruna!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the cape.
The property is on a beautiful pond. We really enjoyed the our stay. Loved that it is right on the bike trail.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

cynthia c., Glastonbury, ct

Best vacation
Beautiful property. Very well maintained. Owners helpful and very thoughtful in making guests feel comfortable. Loved the bike path and kayaking every day. Outdoor patio was so enjoyable . Would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

jackie o.

Great location on the water!
Great house on the water and bike path. The location can’t be beat and the house came with kayaks, SUPs, a canoe and bikes which was so nice! We loved relaxing on the patio and spending time at the pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kathy f.

What an Amazing Find
What a fabulous home. Everything you need and even things you did not think you needed (I.e. Alexa) is here. The lake with dock and two kayaks make exploring so easy. Honestly, we preferred the pond to the beach but the beach is very close. The house is super clean and has all the kitchen supplies you may think of. There’s even a Welcoming free bottle of wine! Aruna is super responsive- we had a small concern about the outdoor fireplace and they were there to address first thing on the AM we have rented many homes on the Cape, but going forward will only rent from Arina
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Great vacation
The property exceeded our expectations. The location on Seymour Pond is fantastic; close to great beaches in Brewster and Harwich. Bike path is a fun option, but enjoying time in the lake swimming, SUP, or kayaking was amazing. Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Wonderful location with lots of activities on the property
Highly recommend people staying here - well worth it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Perfect Vacation Get Away
Lakeshore Cottage was the perfect vacation for our family. We have been coming to the Cape for years and love staying near one of the ponds there to give us something to do since we like to just relax with our extended family. The house is decorated beautifully and met all our needs Having the use of the kayaks, paddle boards and canoe was the icing on the cake for us. The outside fire pit and patio overlooking Seymour Pond and the beautiful sunsets made great memories for our family. Thank you Aruna and Joe for your hospitality! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Lovely house, right on the water, incredible sunsets!
We decided that the Lakefront Cottage would be perfect for us - I contacted Aruna and Joe, the homeowners, through HomeAway and what I recall was less than 30 minutes, I heard back from them. All correspondence moving forward met with very quick replies, which is so appreciated. Paying for the cottage through the HomeAway app was easy and painless, very efficient and straightforward. The cottage was everything and more, than we had hoped for and expected from the photos and descriptions. I think that the owners must have gone into Pottery Barn and Home Goods and essentially purchased everything the stores have! The house is tastefully and beautifully decorated, very nautical, lake-ish - comfortably classy. All things you need are provided, even basic food items like many condiments and even shampoos and lotions! You do have to bring your own sheets and towels unless you pay extra for linen service. There’s a washer and dryer, lots of games and a game room for kids, and the outdoor gas firepit is beautiful. There really are more amenities in the house than I can begin to list - a very big highlight is that the owners have provided 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, a canoe and 4 bikes! The bikes are perfect as the cottage is located immediately on the Cape Cod Rail Trail. Speaking of location, it truly is excellent! On a beach on the shores of Seymour Pond, and yet a short drive away from the ocean beaches. There are many nearby restaurants. And the central Cape location made it very easy for us to explore the entire Cape. We spent a rainy day in Provincetown, Wellfleet and Truro. We had breakfast in Chatham one day, and another day, we enjoyed a spectacular evening on the Lobster Roll Sunset Dinner Cruise out of Sesuit Harbor in Dennis. The owners provide you with a super helpful multi-page listing of suggestions of restaurants in all categories, activities, sites, beaches, etc. Seymour Pond does not allow gas powered motors so it is very quiet. The deck with the gas firepit is the perfect place to enjoy idyllic peaceful sunsets. We highly recommend Lakeshore Cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sasha W.

Beautiful location...lots to do!
The house was perfect for our family of five. Plenty of space for everyone and a kitchen with everything we needed. The best part of this place, by far, is the location! We brought bikes and pedaled right out of the driveway onto the bike path. Great little general store in one direction with nice pond views and a quiet ride in the other direction took us for a trip through the woods. Our kids enjoyed fishing and swimming right from the back yard and the kayaks got a lot of use while we were there. What a gem! This was the perfect spot for our very active young boys and us to enjoy a few days away. Driving distance to plenty of ocean beaches and lighthouses, but nothing beat the sunset right from the patio. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Akshi T.

We enjoyed a lot!
The place had an amazing lake view. The cottage was cute and cozy. Love the fire pit outside the house. Aruna was an amazing host. She was continuously in touch during our stay and she provided us with all the basic amenities. We hope to come back and stay here during summer. It was an amazing experience. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Meg C.

Spectacular!
This cottage was so beautifully decorated and so comfortable that the only thing more amazing was the incredible view of the lake! Looking through the big picture window in the living room gave us a front row seat for beautiful sunsets. My husband and I went with another couple and my mother. We all had a wonderful time! We even wrapped up in some blankets and sat around the fire pit on the gorgeous patio. Aruna was a terrific host. She sent us information with fantastic restaurant recommendations. (Don't miss the Ocean House in Dennisport. It was delicious!) I'm hoping to get back in the summer so I can go for a swim :)

About the host

Hosted by Aruna McDermott

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My husband & I have 3 Cape Cod properties. We live in NY but visit the Cape as often as we can. We love everything about the Cape and hope to retire there soon.

Why they chose this property

This cottage has it all! The waterfront is amazing. Just walk out the back door and its right there. No stairs! The house is decorated beautifully & the patio is even better!

What makes this property unique

This cottage is uniquely situated on crystal clear Seymour Pond and on the Cape Cod Rail Trail.

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