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Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond With Modern Kitchen

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Apley House, a classic summer cottage on Long Pond.
Side view from parking area showing back deck, grill and front porch.
Summer guests have been visiting for over 100 years.
The private beach, reserved for Apley House guests.
The Apley beach with new dock. Yes, the water is that clear!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Plymouth, MA
  • Pinehills Golf Club
    7 min drive
  • Waverly Oaks Golf Club
    9 min drive
  • Manomet Beach
    22 min drive
  • Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal)
    22 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond With Modern Kitchen

Are you a nature lover? Apley House is the spot for you. You can see eagles flying overhead while you walk sandy trails that lead around cranberry bogs and wooded ponds. Enjoy swimming, fishing and boating from your own private beach (with dock) on pristine Long Pond.

Apley House has hosted happy family vacations for over 80 years. It offers spacious housekeeping accommodations for up to 8 people. The cottage has four bedrooms, a country kitchen and a large, comfy living room. Exterior gathering spaces include a screened porch in front, deck in back and a large yard with plenty of space for lawn games. The waterfront is a short walk across the sandy road and down a wooded path. There are two baths: downstairs has a spacious shower and laundry area. the upstairs bath has a historic clawfoot tub with hand shower.

Situated in the middle of conservation land, this spacious summer home is perfect for people who enjoy water-sports and the outdoors. You can swim, fish and boat on one of Southeastern Massachusetts' pristine glacial lakes. Enjoy quiet strolls along woodland paths and visit the nearby historic sites in Plymouth and Cape Cod. Plus, Apley House is just a short drive away from shops, ocean beaches and Plymouth's great golf courses. Avoid wrangling with Cape Cod traffic and stay in Plymouth.

There's so much to do in the area: Swimming, fishing and boating are favorite activities on Long Pond. The lake is well-stocked each spring and there is a public boat ramp for access. Ample hiking and bicycling trails head into the Wildlands Trust properties next to the cottage and lead you through woods and cranberry bogs around Halfway and Gallows ponds. The scenery is magnificent. We've seen osprey, eagles, mink, and more. It's an easy drive to the near-by Plymouth and Cape Cod tourist sites; it takes about 15 minutes to drive to Plymouth Bay beaches and Plymouth Plantation. The Lower Cape beaches are about 45 minutes away and it is less than 3 miles to Pine Hills and many great Plymouth golf courses!

We have additional cottages and cabins about 1/2 mile away from Apley House. You can add these to your rental or take them individually as one, two or four bedrooms. We are occasionally able to accommodate larger groups (up to 35) in the entire property.

Property manager

Susan Conant
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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
Outdoor Fires of any kind are not permitted
Space heaters and gas fireplace may be used only when awake and present in the cottage.
Quiet hours are 11 PM to 9 AM

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0057792390

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Plymouth

Located in Plymouth, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Priscilla Beach Theatre and Jabez Howland House are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Plymouth Farmers' Market and Colony Place. Travelling with kids? Consider Carriage House Crafts Center, or check out an event or a game at Jungleplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Plymouth, MA

What's nearby

  • Pinehills Golf Club - 7 min drive
  • Waverly Oaks Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • White Horse Beach - 15 min drive
  • Plimoth Patuxet Museums - 16 min drive
  • Plymouth Rock - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 18 min drive
  • Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Plymouth Public House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rye Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crumbl Cookies - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond With Modern Kitchen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond With Modern Kitchen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond With Modern Kitchen?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond With Modern Kitchen located?

This Plymouth cottage is on the beach, 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Pinehills Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Waverly Oaks Golf Club and Atlantic Country Club. Cape Cod Beaches and Ellisville Harbor State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
Great location for a summer getaway. Close to the Cape. Plenty of room. Quiet. A real jem!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, beautiful lake.
Sadly we had to cut our stay short . Susan the owner was very responsive and thoughtful. The lake is absolutely gorgeous. The house was spotless and well stocked. We hope to return for an extended stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Rustic Retreat
We had a fantastic time at the Apley House. We brought my parents (in their mid 70’s), and our adult children, my parents stayed in the bottom bedroom and we all stayed upstairs which worked perfectly. The house and surrounding area is beautiful! We hiked, swam in the lake, canoed, fished, had a cookout, did 3 of the provided puzzles, played games, drank coffee on the front porch, and went site seeing in Plymouth. We had a question about the property and one of the owner’s stopped by promptly, learning we enjoyed fishing he dropped off 2 poles that allowed us to catch some perch and pike (which we released back into the lake). We all loved the accommodations and area. We are looking forward to coming back sometime in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Vacation Rental Ever
I just loved this house and all the character. While it was hot in house upon arrival it was easily cooled down by opening windows and use of fans. Great proximity to activities in the area. Very clean qnd well taken care of. This place will always hold a special place in my heart. So many fond memories made at the Apley House. Thanks for the wonderful stay and we hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Golf Weekend
Excellent spot to call home for a Plymouth Golf Weekend. This historic cottage was very accommodating, has everything you need. Will probably rent it again next year. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific!
Our stay was perfect. I loved the size of the space for my family and two year old. The eight person table was great for nightly game nights, the kitchen was well equipped and had everything we were looking for, and the living room was spacious enough for everybody to be comfortable. The pond across the street is absolutely heavenly especially in the morning when the sun hits the dock. I couldn’t believe how clear the water was I almost didn’t want to leave to do other activities. Next time perhaps I won’t! The laundry facilities served as an added bonus too an already perfect stay. Thank you for ample towels in the bathroom and the kitchen!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely lake cottage!
This was a really lovely cottage. Some family members thought a bit too rustic, but it’s a classic lake house. The lake was absolutely gorgeous with a clean, private beach! Owners were responsive to any messages. We didn’t realize there wasn’t any A/C, so if you’re going in the summer, prepare to be a little warm!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay immensely. We were on the go so much to Boston, Plymouth, Duxbury,etc
Very easy to rent, get information about house, and answered immediately when we called. It was more rustic for some family members than expected and perfectly rustic for others. Everything was great. First experience in New England area was a success. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob & Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace on earth
Can’t say enough about this rental property. The remnants of yesteryear in this old summer house brought us back to a simpler, slower time. Loved every old part of this home-the windows and screens, the double doors out to the porch with the old style locks, the rustic walls that tell you it’s summer. The lake was clean, clear and serene with splashes of water lilies. Close to Plymouth bay for some sea time. Plymouth center is a perfect escape for the young adults. Dirt road, pine needles, birdsong, fox, woodsy path. Best vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
The property was surrounded by beautiful trees and a pond which gave it a very bucolic look.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guy Weekend
Absolutely loved our stay. Host was very responsive. Definitely will come back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Madysen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greatest experience EVER
I cannot say enough great things about this property, incredibly well kept, informative, large open spaces, just beautiful, plenty of blankets, the list goes on. But the search for the most perfect house ends with this one. Highly recommend to say the least
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in such a lovely old house with modern conveniences.
This house was wonderful and such a pleasure to stay in. I was particularly impressed by how clean it was. We have three small children so I found myself having to crawl under the bed and go behind the tv to retrieve roll away toys a few times and it was remarkably clean. Her housekeepers are well worth the housekeeping fee. The water was fun and warm and we enjoyed the private little lake spot. Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claudia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loveley time at Apley house
We had a wonderful time at Long Pond and we love it. Coming back next year

8/10 Good

K F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sweet stay
House was rustic enough to feel like a summer cottage but updated enough to function comfortably. It was bigger than we expected and that was nice, but with no insulation in the walls and upstairs floors you could hear every creak and conversation. We had 6 kids ages 11-18 so it was quite noisy We felt like we had to whisper in our downstairs room not just for privacy but to keep from waking anyone up. Inside the house was pretty dark. A few bright lights in the bedrooms would have made a difference. The kitchen table got the most light but it wasn't big enough to fit us all and the screen porch was okay, but again, not a lot of natural light for sitting and eating meals together. The pond was beautiful! Unbelievably clear with a sandy bottom that led out to the floating dock. Pretty shallow for a long time which can be nice. Quiet lake too, not too many motor boats, more sail boats and kayaks which we prefer. Beautiful trails right from the yard which I wish we took more advantage of but even just strolling along the dirt road was lovely. Not too far from grocery stores or Plymouth center which was nice. Overall it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R., Bigfork

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, quaint, scenic, rustic
All of the comforts of home with added ambiance and waterfront. We were able to turn a work project to a small vacation and get together with colleagues. We were treated like royalty and can’t want to go back to our oasis in the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greatest Vacation Ever
A little confusion upon check in - kitchen doors locked, put the 7 year old grandson through the window to get the key. All perfect from then on. Best plumbing of any home I’ve stayed in. Wonderful shower and no problem with flushing or running water elsewhere at the same time.

8/10 Good

Rahul R.

nice Place to stay
It had a private lake side where people can enjoy. Good Arrangement in house. nice trails near by. good to stay and relax in lake.

6/10 Okay

James A.

Lack of heat is reason for rating...see comments
Liked the location, loved the rustic authenticity, but DID NOT realize there was NO HEAT, other than a fireplace (which we didn’t use), or from a couple electric heaters located in a closet. The cold was ok, but the cold rain caused a dampness in the House when we returned each evening.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rodney G.

Wonderful second stay at Apley cottage. Highly recommended.
This is our second stay and we are once again highly pleased. The house is always in perfect order on arrival. Our guests and we rave about the comfort of the beds. The bath and beach towels are a nice plus this year. The kitchen is well appointed with pots, pans, and utensils. There is a new flat screen TV and the internet is reliable. Cell phones work great here as well. The beach is small but the pond is clear bottom and the raft is a blast for adults and children. We always bring fans from home to add to the ones provided so the house is cool even in very warm weather. The owners are very responsive to any needs. We are already on board for next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Apley House, Plymouth, MA
We loved this cottage ! Not fancy, but comfortable, which is exactly what we were looking for with young grandchildren. Downstairs has a large living room complete with a fireplace and table with leaves to seat a crowd. Kitchen is great. Upstairs was a little warm but 3 bedrooms and bath very pleasant. Long Pond is awesome, clean, and with the dock and raft, the kids had a blast. The dirt road makes you feel far away from it all, but when you need to get on the highway it's only minutes away. The trails and woods surrounding the cottage were a bonus, well maintained and great for nature walks or running. Thanks for the memories !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Tina T., Kitchener, Ontario Canada

The cottage was as described. We really loved the charm of it.
We really enjoyed our stay. Our grandchildren came and spent 4 days with us and really enjoyed the water. The cottage had plenty of room for all of us and had everything we needed. Though there is no A/C there are plenty of fans provided. It is very peaceful and rustic which I truly enjoyed. We spent the day in Plymouth at the Plantation and Plymouth Rock which our granddaughters truly loved. If you want peace and quiet and relaxation this is the cottage for you. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Zelda S., Williamstown, MA USA

We had a fabulous time. Perfect for our 3-generation family.
Great old summer cottage. Perfect combination of rustic and comfortable. Fully equipped. The property’s private beach is gorgeous. Crystal clear water. Sandy beach and bottom with a nice gradual increase in depth so our toddler grandchild could wade in. We enjoyed swimming, paddling in the canoe, and just sitting by the lake. The beach offers a nice mix of sun and shade. We enjoyed evening meals on the screened-in porch and great hikes on the trails through conservation land right near the property. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

We had an awesome time!
The cabin was super clean, the bedrooms were spacious, the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and pots and pans, the hot water was plentiful. On one night, we had 9 adults stay over and we we very comfortable. We had 11 adults over for a cook out and the 5 burner grill handled all the cooking. The landlord was always available and answered all our questions promptly. It was a absolutely positive experience and I would highly recommend renting from Susan and family. There is only one issue, and I'll put the "blame" on me. I should have asked or done more research. The cabin is waterfront, but the waterfront is across the street and down a trail about 100', so we didn't get a water view. The trail to the water was a little steep so guests will mobility issues couldn't enjoy the beachfront. The beach itself was great, the shore had a sandy bottom. Again, we had a great time and would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Excellent!
Our family had a great time! The house was great, clean and had all the comforts of home. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016

About the host

Hosted by Susan Conant

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The property is currently owned jointly by five siblings, descendants of Lily and Richard Conant (grandparents) who inherited the property from a close family friend and Rick and Gerda (our parents). Our children are the fourth generation to summer on Long Pond. The photo shows our mom and her five children.

Why they chose this property

Although much of summer life on Long Pond is focused on the water, we love the woodland paths and walks that surround Apley House. Our family is committed to preservation of this area -- we donated 40 acres of woodland just next to the cottage to the Wildlands Trust and the State of Massachusetts recently acquired the property abutting the other property line.

What makes this property unique

You can walk from the yard of Apley House onto nature paths that take you by two neighboring ponds with magnificent views, eagle's nests and scenic cranberry bogs.
The house has all the classic details of an old summer cottage, simple but beautiful wood details, high ceilings on the main floor and cottage construction.

Languages:

English, German, Spanish

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