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Happy Yellow House - Family and pet-friendly; walkable to Ridgevale Beach

Happy Yellow House - Family and pet-friendly; walkable to Ridgevale Beach

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Our happy yellow house, the perfect Cape Escape!
Living room
Dining
Kitchen and dining area.
Dine on the outdoor patio!

Overview of Happy Yellow House - Family and pet-friendly; walkable to Ridgevale Beach

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

Map
Chatham, MA
  • Popular LocationHarwich Port7 min drive
  • Popular LocationHardings Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationChatham Fish Pier8 min drive
  • AirportBoston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)110 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

First floor bedroom

Master bedroom

Upstairs Double Room (Whale Room)

Upstairs Twin Room

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Hallway Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Happy Yellow House - Family and pet-friendly; walkable to Ridgevale Beach

*Note: The minimum stay dropped to 3 nights for Jan-March! Other months are still 7 nights as a minimum. The monthly discount rate applies to January through May only* Email any questions - we will respond right away!
Easy family "remote work-friendly" living in a beautiful, bright, lovingly-cared for, 4-bedroom beach home! Everything you need for a perfect Cape Escape. Take the wagon for a stroll to stunning views from Ridgevale Beach: cross the walking bridge to the protected tidal pool swim area, or walk past the dunes to swim in Nantucket Sound.

The first floor, all hardwood flooring, features an open floor plan for easy socialization and indoor dining at the island counter or the dining table. Plenty of games and seating in the living room, and a more private TV room with a comfortable leather couch is on the other side of the staircase. There is a half-bath on the first floor, and a bedroom with a twin daybed and trundle. Use this room for some privacy to relax reading, or sleep an additional two guests!

Escape upstairs to the peaceful en-suite primary bedroom with a walk-in closet, private full bathroom and bright sitting area. Two other bedrooms upstairs feature a double bed and raised twin bunk in one room, and two twins with a comfortable futon in the other. A pretty desk area with a working printer overlooks the stairs for a home office setup. There is also a 3/4 bath upstairs off the hallway. Amenities include central AC (on the second floor only) a dishwasher, washer/dryer, cable TV, high-speed Internet, a BBQ grill, and an outdoor shower.

Our private yard is blocked from the street by a gated fence, leaving a side yard for play. The back yard itself has a sitting area with 2 cushioned swing seats, a Solo Stove for toasting marshmallows or enjoying the ambiance in the salty evening air, a grill and full umbrella over a table seating 6. Take an outdoor shower after a day at the beach, and play pick-up sports games in the level back yard.

Linens and bath towels are available via the optional Linen Fee (it may automatically fill in, but we can adjust if you choose to bring your own). Beach towels for 6 are always included. Beach wagon, boogie boards, sand toys, and a beach umbrella are also all available to make your vacation easier. A baby cot Pack-and-Play can be left for those with young ones. Puzzles, toys, and games for all ages available for family fun!

This is an immensely safe, friendly, and walkable neighborhood full of charming houses and gardens, and a protected cul-de-sac feel given the way the quiet side-streets loop around. Wild rabbits live in the undeveloped land adjacent to our property.

Great freshwater kettle ponds (Schoolhouse Pond and Goose Pond) are just a short drive away, and the bike path is less than a mile away. Bike or walk along it to the bikers’ entrance of Short n Sweet Ice Cream, or use the path to access local parks, playground and beaches all the way into town, or go further afield with its connection to other towns along the Cape! Head up Main Street to visit Chatham’s famous shops and restaurants. While we are walkable to Ridgevale Beach, Hardings Beach, Forest Beach, and Cockle Cove Beach are also close by.

Staying in this Happy Yellow House will be the easiest vacation you have ever had!

Here's a note we received from renters last summer, upon their arrival: "We are all settled and unpacked. What a beautiful home. The pictures online show a very nice house. However, it is much nicer than the pictures! Thank you for the gifts you left. It was very thoughtful of you. We will take good care of your lovely home!"

We think it is even nicer than the photos too, and hope you consider this house as perfect for your family vacation as we and others have found it!
May and JUNE 2023 Note:
Filming for the Netflix MiniSeries "The Perfect Couple" is taking place in Chatham starring Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Meghann Fahy, Dakota Fanning, Eve Hewson and Jack Reynor...very exciting for our beachside town!

Property manager

CaitlinD

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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
Beach wagon and beach toys included.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Well-behaved pets allowed, max of 2.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 C0214140550

About the area

Chatham

Located in Chatham, this vacation home is near the beach. Cape Cod Inflatable Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Nauset Beach. Adventure Chatham and Cape Cod Lavender Farm are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Chatham, MA

What's nearby

  • Ridgevale Beach - 11 min walk
  • Harwich Port - 7 min drive
  • Hardings Beach - 7 min drive
  • Chatham Fish Pier - 8 min drive
  • Chatham Lighthouse - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 32 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mac's Chatham Fish & Lobster - 4 min drive
  • Chatham Squire Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Brax Landing Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Corner Store- Chatham - 5 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive

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

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A magical vacation
This was our third (!) stay at the Happy Yellow House. Our children love returning every summer. The house is extremely spacious and has everything you need. The backyard is lovely for children and dogs. Plenty of beach equipment and short walk to relaxed Ridgevale Beach. Caitlin is the consummate host and has responded immediately to any queries we have had. We can’t wait to return for as many summers as we can!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Hosts are very accommodating! Everything was great.
Stayed 123 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Cozy, clean and comfortable with all the conveniences of home! The owner is lovely to deal with.
Stayed 42 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Cod Journey
It was centrally located, clean and met all our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay at the Happy Yellow House
This was the second summer we spent time at the Happy Yellow House and it was truly fantastic! It's a family vacation dream. Well laid out with everything you need, a short walk to the charming Ridgevale Beach and just down the road from the delights of downtown Chatham. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2021

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