Charming home within walking distance to Nauset Beach and National Seashore
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Just steps from Nauset Beach, this private garden-level apartment offers a cozy, walkable home base for a relaxed Cape Cod stay. Skip the beach parking and fees. Walk down for a swim, come back for lunch or a rest, then head out again when you’re ready. Early mornings at Nauset are especially peaceful and a favorite for many guests.
Built by hand by our father and grandfather, this home has been in our family for generations. We grew up spending summers here and now return with our own children. We hope you feel the same Cape Cod magic that has meant so much to us.
The apartment is well-maintained and designed for simple, everyday comfort. It’s ideal for guests who value location, practicality, and classic New England charm. The kitchen features original wooden cabinetry and a traditional layout focused on function. The living area includes an Apple TV for streaming with your own accounts.
As a lower-level space, dehumidifiers help maintain a comfortable indoor environment. An outdoor rinse area with a showerhead is available for washing off sand, though it is not fully private. Standard bath linens are provided, along with beach towels, beach chairs, and games.
You’re also well located to explore Orleans and the surrounding Cape. Restaurants, ice cream shops, grocery stores, kayak and bike rentals, and the Cape Cod Rail Trail are within a 10 to 15 minute drive. Skaket Beach, Crystal Lake, Wellfleet, and Hyannis are all easy to reach. The apartment has its own private entrance and is part of a property that also includes a separate upper-level home.
For larger groups, book the whole home with Nauset Beach Getaway/
Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by our good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0135472240
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Orleans
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in East Orleans, a neighbourhood in Orleans. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Orleans Bowling Center and Cape Escape Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Wendy's - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 6 min drive
Hog Island Beer Co. - 8 min drive
Town Cove Tap House - 6 min drive
Hot Chocolate Sparrow - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming home within walking distance to Nauset Beach and National Seashore pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming home within walking distance to Nauset Beach and National Seashore?
As of 17 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming home within walking distance to Nauset Beach and National Seashore on 4 Jun 2026 start from £193, 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 Charming home within walking distance to Nauset Beach and National Seashore?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming home within walking distance to Nauset Beach and National Seashore?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming home within walking distance to Nauset Beach and National Seashore?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming home within walking distance to Nauset Beach and National Seashore located?
Located in East Orleans, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Cod Beaches and Nauset Beach. Nauset Inlet and Pochet Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We really enjoy the old-school cottage charm. We especially enjoyed the patio and the wooded area is just beautiful. Proximity the beach can’t be beat.
Toni Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alan Z.
10 Jun 2024
Amazing location!
Unit B was very clean, nicely decorated, and the kitchen was spacious and very well equipped. A small back patio area was private and very quiet. Nice restaurants and a small market less than 5 minutes away. Best of all, it was just a couple hundred yards from Nauset Beach!
Alan Z.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Andrew v.
6 Jul 2025
Hidden Gem
Hidden Gem minutes walk from the beach which saves $$$ on parking fees.
A little dated but for location and price is reasonable.
Outdoor warm shower very welcome after swimming in sea.
Only slight issue is the damp and lack of ventilation.
Even clean unworn clothes ended up smelling of damp, towels did not dry after showers, and house had that “holiday beach home not used over winter damp” smell (even though we went in July it was not ventilated.
Andrew v.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the location and outdoor shower. We are sorry for the issue you experienced. We appreciate your feedback as an opportunity to improve and your insights have been noted. We enjoyed having you as our guest and hope to host you again.
This is a well equipped and furnished apartment on the ground level of a two-story house. Everything for a nice beach-stay was provided. The only complaint we had was that the bed was too firm for us. Also, not so bad, was the thudding around upstairs when those tenants arose a 6 am.
Mark W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2023
Hi, Mark, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your time with us. In spite of that, we are so glad to hear that you had a phenomenal getaway. We appreciate you letting us know that there is room for improvement. We hope to host you for a truly carefree and enjoyable getaway in the future.
Pros: proximity to the beach, outdoor patio, privacy snd quiet neighborhood.
Cons: outdate decor, but we knew this going into it, and the inescapable smell of a dank basement. I think a couple dehumidifiers would help and new air conditioners as they too smelled of mold.
Sovina M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Sovina, thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our home. We appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider in the future. We hope to have another chance to impress you in the future!
Unit is the beasement of a pretty typical Cape Cod Cottage. Was spacious for a 2 bedroom. House was clean but did smell musty...just like most properties of that age on the Cape.
Location was a pretty short walk to one of the better beaches on the Cape. Only downside was our road was very hard to see pulling onto Beach Road and we were occasionally caught in beach traffic just getting back to our rental.
Short drives to Orleans, Chatham, Eastham made ot a pretty convenient location for our family.
Michael K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Cindy V.
24 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Conveniently close to the beach
We had a nice stay as a family of 4 with two young children. The property was clean and had everything we needed. However, communication was difficult. I tried calling the 1-800 number to get more info on check out procedures, and was unable to get through to anyone. We also did not have phone reception, so my husband and I could not send or receive texts or phone calls unless we drove away from the property.
Cindy V.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Hello Cindy,
Thank you for your review. We apologize for the issues that you experienced with reaching our team. Please know that the best number to reach us is included in all check-in and confirmation emails and in the trip portal specific to each guest stay. We hope to host you again in the future for a much more enjoyable check-in process.
This house had everything we needed for a great vacation. The location was great. It was a short walk to Nausset Beach down the hill (about 6 minutes). Orleans is centrally locatedclose to many attractions and points of interest. The listing indicates that there is a view of the ocean from the yard. That was not the case. Also the listing indicates that the fridge has an ice maker and it doesn’t. These are very minor issues and do not detract from the positive features. The upstairs was also occupied while we were there and we never heard any noise from the other guests. All in all a great place to stay.
jules g.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Hi, Jules, thank you for staying with us! We are delighted that the home and its location were suitable for you! We sincerely apologize for the discrepancies in our listing information, as we strive for transparency; we have followed up on this information to ensure our listings are all updated to accurately reflect the home and its amenities. Please know that our guest services line is available 24/7 to assist with any questions or concerns. We hope to have the chance to host you again in the future!
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Sara L.
12 Dec 2022
Great Location
Great location to beach, easy walk and close proximity to Orleans eateries, shops and entertainment
The property is built into the side of a hill rendering the unit we occupied a semi basement. The unit had a very musty odor. My spouse noted the carpeting in the bedroom to be wet. This was closest to the wall against the hill.
Already planning another trip for next year at the same location
Sean J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Beth B.
1 Sept 2021
Nauset Beach Buddy Review
Our stay was great! The house was very roomy and comfortable. We loved the close proximity to Nauset Beach. It was quiet and secluded. We also liked that Provincetown was only 40 minutes away.
Beth B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stuart S.
13 Aug 2021
Comfortable stay, great location
This condo has a huge kitchen for stretching out to cook and to eat. It is located just footsteps from Nauset Beach, one of the best known beaches on the Cape. A good size living room for TV or readers makes evening down time comfortable. Window AC units are available, although we only used the one in the bedroom. A great place to stay for nine nights.
House very clean, no cellphone service mostly and unable to use gas grill. The grill was not clean. Nauset Beach is beautiful and could walk to the beach.
Diane W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn R.
24 Jul 2021
Shower
When we went in, it appeared that someone had showered. Wet rug. Wet walls. But otherwise very clean. Lots of room. Kitchen. Washer dryer. Love that the beach is a short walk away
Carolyn R.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Hello, Carolyn! We are disappointed that we were not made aware of this issue with the wet shower room , our local staff is there to assist you in this instances if you need them. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Aleda F.
30 Jun 2021
Roomy rental a few steps from gorgeous Nauset Beach
Big kitchen well equipped, washer and dryer, clothesline, WiFi, other well thought out touches. Beautiful Nauset Beach just a 10 min walk away with lifeguards 9-5 and weekend food trucks and early morning yoga. Quiet residential neighborhood.
Fantastic location super close to Nauset beach, our kids loved it. This house is under 10 minutes away from the bay side beaches on the other side of the cape as well as tons of shopping and restaurants. The only minor inconvenience we found was we had no Verizon cell service at the house so we couldn’t make calls but the WiFi was great!
Great location - just a bit of a musty or mildew smell
The location can't be beat and the pictures are definitely accurate. The only real draw back was the musty/mildew type smell that was pretty prolific and slightly off-putting.
We enjoyed our stay. The location was great! The only minor inconvenience was we had no Verizon cell service at the house to make phone calls but WiFi was great.
Kevin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rich C.
5 Aug 2019
Great Location!
A little dated but extremely clean house with everything you could need and a short walk to a beautiful beach. Will return!