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🦀Waterfront at The Velvet Crab~Amazing Sunsets

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A table set outdoors with a view of a lake, surrounded by trees.
A bedroom with a large bed, two windows with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a plant.
A living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV stand with a lamp.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a stainless steel mixing bowl, fresh tomatoes, parsley, and a block of cheese.
A room with a large window overlooking a garden and a body of water. There are two chairs and a small table with a candle.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cape Cod National Seashore

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Eastham, MA
  • Place, Schoolhouse Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod National Seashore
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Salt Pond Visitor Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Eastham

Located in Eastham, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Edward Penniman House and Barn and Cape Escape Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
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Eastham, MA

What's nearby

  • Schoolhouse Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Cod National Seashore - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Salt Pond Visitor Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Arnold's Mini Golf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Eastham Windmill - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hot Chocolate Sparrow - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Knack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Barn Pizza & More - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🦀Waterfront at The Velvet Crab~Amazing Sunsets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 🦀Waterfront at The Velvet Crab~Amazing Sunsets?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🦀Waterfront at The Velvet Crab~Amazing Sunsets on 4 Nov 2026 start from £314, 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 at 🦀Waterfront at The Velvet Crab~Amazing Sunsets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🦀Waterfront at The Velvet Crab~Amazing Sunsets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🦀Waterfront at The Velvet Crab~Amazing Sunsets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🦀Waterfront at The Velvet Crab~Amazing Sunsets located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Schoolhouse Museum and Cape Cod National Seashore. Salt Pond Visitor Center and Eastham Windmill are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiny cozy cottage, good bedsVery good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cottage in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a gorgeous view right on the edge of the pond. The kettle pond is large enough to canoe. Inside it is light and bright. Very clean and dog friendly. My husband found the shower to be a little small but the water pressure is great!We would definitely go back
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect. The house was extremely clean but it has limited storage for suitcases and belongings. We loved the view overlooking the pond and the small beach. We would consider renting again maybe deeper into the off-season hoping it would be cheaper then
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect size home for a family of 4, welcoming and cozy! Having -All towels and linens and shampoo, body wash and conditioner all included made for a much easier stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Velvet Crab

Everything was great, we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend away

My husband and i had an amazing time. Perfect for a secluded getaway with the pup!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute clean place

Nice little cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming!

Cozy and clean. Well appointed. Private, surrounded by trees and sparkling lake views. A lovely getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great location sweet cottage!

Had an amazing time. Host never communicated, we did not sure if that‘s expected. Place adorable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Hi

Stay was great. Great pricate spot. The bed and couch very uncomfortable needs to be replaced.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2025
I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and the privacy of the home! It’s always our goal to provide a seamless experience, which is why we make the booking process crystal clear—including pet disclosures and payment timelines—to ensure everything is squared away before arrival without us having to following up. While communication is a two-way street, we completely understand that some guests prefer the ‘silent retreat’ experience and choose not to respond to our check-ins. As for the bed and couch, comfort is certainly subjective, but I do appreciate the feedback! Most guests find them quite cozy, but I’ll be sure to give them a thorough evaluation.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

It was cute and cozy

No Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was super easy. Tara was great to communicate with. This place had everything anyone would ever need. Beds are super comfy. Place is super clean. The pond is gorgeous. The house is setup so cute. The week flew by. One of my favorite places at the cape and we’ve been coming here at different places for the past 25 years. Love this place. Love heart of cape cod. Awesomely dog friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mid October on Minister Pond

Wonderful get away, great location right on the pond, quiet and peaceful. The Velvet Crab had everything we were looking for at the Cape. Sparkling clean and spacious with all the comforts of home with a cottage feel. We canoed, fished, relaxed near the water and had morning coffee on the deck. Thank you for hosting us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Velvet Crab was just as pictured. What a haven. We wanted to do some different exploring on the Cape, since it's been a few years, but it was really hard to leave this sanctuary. We'd go out for a few hours and then couldn't wait to come back and just hang out. Loved the kayak, being on the pond, just everything. We'd love to come back. Tara and her people were very responsive, and we appreciated them letting us check in a few hours early.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay

Everything about the house was perfect. Impeccably clean, views of the lake from the living room and master bedroom, complimentary coffee and cookies, treats. Touches like you find in a hotel like soap, shampoo, face mask, toothbrush. Minutes to the National Seashore by car. The host, Tara, communicated completely. She has written a guide about the house, good restaurants nearby and things to do. All in all, a terrific experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great New Year’s Retreat on the Cape

We had a lovely weekend. The cottage was perfect for a couple or small family. The kitchen was well-stocked and the place had all amenities! We enjoyed canoeing on a warm day. Communication with Tara is excellent and appreciated, and she will go out of her way to ensure you have all necessary info and that all is well. The cottage is conveniently located to Orleans, P-town, the shore, and the Nauset Light is something else! We cannot wait to return. Five Stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply Lovely

This is a beautiful and cozy cottage to relax and rejuvenate in. Lovely decorations, comfortable furniture and an amazing super comfy bed! Made it hard to get up in the morning! The view from the bed of the water is so calm, peaceful and beautiful. We were welcomed with treats and made to feel very welcomed and pampered. The sunset!! The sunset, breathtaking. We enjoyed our stay and were able to catch our breaths after some challenging times in our lives. It was heavenly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Cottage

Traveling around New England would not be complete without a visit to Cape Cod. Our party was looking for some down time during our 10 day trip of visiting the NE area. The Velvet Crab was the perfect place for us to relax. The property faces a tranquil pond and there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy this view---- from the front window, front porch, chairs on the shore, beach fire pit, and a canoe. The inside of the cottage was clean with a well-supplied kitchen. Information regarding our stay was readily made available to us. Communication with the property manager was excellent and prompt. We highly recommend checking out this little gem of a place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Cottage

I really love staying at the Velvet Crab. This was my third stay. Waking up to views of a nearby lake. Minutes from beaches. Dog friendly. The the Heart of Cape Cod team provides all the amenities- WiFi and Roku. Fully equipped kitchen. Kayak on the lake. Outdoor grill. Dog crate on request. Even dog bowls and treats. Tara brought a blender right over when I requested one. Everything you need for a wonderful vacation. My pup and I will definitely be coming back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Velvet crab

We really enjoyed our stay at the velvet crab earlier this month. The cabin was perfect for us. Isolated enough where we had quiet but well situated at about a 5 minute drive to coast guard beach. The kitchen setup was perfect for us. We had cooked some light dinners (pasta,. burgers, and quesadillas) and the kitchen even had a pasta strainer something that I frequently find missing in rentals. The coffee was also provided. Beds were comfortable and the TV was as advertised and we were able.to.watch local channels or setup our Netflix account easily. The outdoor shower was also a hit and helped us keep.down the sand in the cabin. In summary, the house was designed for our family of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

great cape cod getaway

Our family of 4 had a great week staying at the Velvet Crab. The house provided all we needed for a great week of rest and relaxation. They don't skimp on anything, the beds were comfy, the linens and pillow were nice quality and the kitchen provided a little bit of everything. The Canoe and Kayak was a nice touch for my boys to keep busy. The outdoor shower is a must for our after beach day sand. I gave 5 stars because we were very happy but would add a couple minor things. I wish there were either more hooks to hang things for drying in the bathroom or outside. And since it was a dog friendly rental, the rug in the living room did have some reminisce of a previous dog (we didn't have a dog) not a big deal to us but just a minor detail. . Over all a great experience. We've rented from Heart of Cape Cod in the past and every time has been top notch and we will always look there first before other sites. Their houses are always well maintained and well thought out for a carefree Cape Cod Vacation. Thanks for a great week and stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week at The Velvet Crab. Tara and the Heart of the Cape crew were attentive to any message we sent and the house was a perfect location to explore the outer cape. We loved how close we were to both the bay and ocean beaches and the whole family, dog included, loved lounging at the pond’s edge. We’re sorry to have to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls week with my daughter, the house and location were perfect! Very clean and loved the little touches that were left for us. Located right near National Seashore and perfect distance for a day at P-town!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal spot for relaxation and coolness

We greatly enjoyed the beach at the pond, particuarly since there was a heat wave and the place was n a wooded area with a small private pond just feet away. The place was clean and well-equipped with a pleasant walk around neighborhood and easy access to route 6. Any time we reached out to Tara, we got a prompt response. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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