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Pristine, carefully restored, 1700s farmhouse, inground pool, private 3 acres

Beautiful eight foot deep in-ground pool.

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6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 124200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pool
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Barnstable, MA

Craigville Beach
‪10 min drive‬
Cape Codder Water Park
‪11 min drive‬
Hyannis Harbor
‪15 min drive‬
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2 (blue)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6 (blue)

1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bedroom 2 & 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bedroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bedrooms 4 & 5

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor

Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Pristine, carefully restored, 1700s farmhouse, inground pool, private 3 acres

**New to rental market as of January 2019** Welcome to the William Marston House circa 1780, located conveniently in the Village of Marstons Mills! This magnificent, historic home was previously operated as an inn and has been restored over the last fifteen years into an updated, beautifully-maintained family home. With its six bedrooms and five baths, the house comfortably sleeps twelve people. A large eat-in kitchen accommodates a crowd, while a formal dining room and an outdoor patio offer more dining options. The shaded patio and large in-ground pool overlook Mill Pond and ten acres of conservation land.

The three acre property offers guests beautiful views, a perennial flower gardens and lush lawns -- a peaceful, private setting conveniently located next to ammenities and Cape attractions. Village shops and library are walking distance, Stop & Shop grocery store is under a one-mile drive, and the nearest beach is just under two miles. Main street shopping and dining is just a short drive away, which includes the Osterville Village (5 minutes) and Mashpee Commons (10 minutes). A beach pass will be included with your rental, allowing you access to eight Barnstable Town beaches -- some of the most beautiful beaches on the Cape!

THE HOUSE: The +4500 square foot house has 12 rooms. The first floor includes a summer kitchen, an eat-in kitchen, dining room, den, large living room with baby grand piano, and a sun-room that overlooks the patio and pool area. On one side of the house, the second floor has five bedrooms, which includes one 2-bedroom suite and three full bathrooms. The other side of the house has a bright and airy master suite with beautiful views of the pond. The property manager lives on-site in separate dwelling. Whether it's a family vacation, or a peaceful retreat for artist, photographers, yoga etc this is the perfect place for a cape cod escape.

Please no smoking of any kind and due to the original hard wood floors we must ask that you keep your pets at home. Thank you :)

Property manager

Dennis Moynihan

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 9:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please no more the six children allowed

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 C0101290200

About the area

Marstons Mills

Located in Marstons Mills, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hyannis Harbor. Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod and Mashpee River Reservation are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Barnstable, MA

What's nearby

Cotuit Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Craigville Beach - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
Cape Codder Water Park - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
Cape Cod Melody Tent - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
Hyannis Harbor - 15 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min walk
‪Jimmie's Ice Cream - ‬2 min drive
‪Chart Room at Crosby's - ‬6 min drive
‪Polar Cave Ice Cream Parlour - ‬5 min drive
‪Honey Dew Donuts - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pristine, carefully restored, 1700s farmhouse, inground pool, private 3 acres have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pristine, carefully restored, 1700s farmhouse, inground pool, private 3 acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pristine, carefully restored, 1700s farmhouse, inground pool, private 3 acres?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pristine, carefully restored, 1700s farmhouse, inground pool, private 3 acres?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Pristine, carefully restored, 1700s farmhouse, inground pool, private 3 acres located?

Located in the heart of Marstons Mills, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cotuit Center for the Arts, Cahoon Museum of American Art and Olde Barnstable Fairgrounds Golf Course. Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Becky O.

2 Aug, 2025

We had a wonderful stay. Loved the house and property. Caretaker Dennis was so kind and helpful.Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 Jul, 2025

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

The property was amazing. Dennis was so welcoming and easy to work with. We would highly recommend it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

11 Aug, 2025

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

We were very pleased with our stay at this beautiful home. The kitchen was well stocked, pool was fantastic and there were many extra such as all linens including pool towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash as well as laundry detergent. We especially loved having the beach pass which allowed us to visit local beaches not otherwise accessible to visitors. Dennis was very attentive and helpful throughout our visit. Overall an excellent experience!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

22 Jul, 2025

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

Memorable

Our family had a very memorable vacation in Marstons Mills. It was a great location. This unique home is everything advertised and Dennis is a very accommodating host. The pool was enjoyed by all every day. This choice was a home run for us.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

June B.

3 Jul, 2025

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

Family vacation

Beautiful property. Loved the pool area. Plenty of kitchen supplies and lots of space for our family of 10. Access to pond and kayaks was advertised but not available. Would have like to see more than one tv.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

24 Aug, 2025

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

We had an amazing time at this beautiful antique home in Marston Mills. The property manager was responsive and helpful. The property is very unique with wide pine floors and a variety of antique furnishings throughout, with tasteful modern kitchen and bathrooms. The house offers plenty of places for group activities and quiet corners to relax in. House is in easy Walking distance to a few small stores and cafes. Large yard and heated pool, back patio with awning offer lots of outdoor space for groups to congregate. Great birdwatching from the sun room. When planning, keep in mind that the room with the trundle bed is in a space shared with one of the other bedrooms— it is not in an entirely separate bedroom. We hope to return in future summers!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

16 Oct, 2024

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

Perfect spot.

Can't say how much we enjoyed our stay. The house is beautiful,clean and filled with incredible antiques.. Dennis couldn't have been more helpful-with suggestions of places to go and see. It really felt like a home away from home. Can't wait to go back.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

27 Aug, 2024

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

Peaceful serene escape

The house was lovely for a relaxing week with extended family. We spend hours by the pool and evenings in the covered patio area. The grounds are terrific for walking, playing lawn games, and bird watching.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

G P.

4 Aug, 2025

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

Wonderfully memorable stay in Marston Mills MA

This 1700s home has been lovingly maintained. The photos are true. Our group was 3 generations, 6 adults, 3 boys ages 10, 13, 15. 6 bedrooms 4 full baths on the second level,one half bath on lower level. FULLY stocked kitchen incl spices. Screened sun porch, TV room and dining room off kitchen, baby grand piano which our three grandsons played every day. Lots of space to relax and spread out. We had an ongoing jigsaw puzzle on the table in main entry area off kitchen. Stored water and drinks in micro refrigerator in same area. Property surrounding home is beautiful and peaceful. Great for bird watching and relaxing by the gorgeous pool. Walkable to gift shop, mini marts, cafe. Fantastic property manager Dennis who is friendly and helpful- he lives next door to main home and is totally available to answer questions or assist with your needs. EASY check in and the easiest check out of any property we've stayed at. Washer dryer on upper level. Beach towels available for every guest's use. Float toys for pool. We were there for a family wedding in Harwich Port and stayed the following week July/ August 2025. Wonderful trip and memories to last.Thank you Dennis for all you did for our family! We very much enjoyed meeting you.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

13 Aug, 2024

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Wolfepack

The house was accurately described, a beautiful restored house with many interesting antiques. We loved the pool area and the proximity to shopping. Saw snakes and eagles and walked to cute shops and restaurants. A wonderful vacation was had by all 10 of us!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

29 Jun, 2023

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Brennan/Alexander families

Impressive, lovely historic home. Loved every part of this home!! A complete pleasure to stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

27 Jul, 2024

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

Fantastic family vacation home

This was a beautiful and convenient home for our family vacation. Lovely historic home with all the modern conveniences. Our family group included 11 people ranging from toddler to grandparents. We had plenty of bedrooms and baths. The location is super convenient to beaches and stores. Host was very helpful. .

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

30 Jun, 2024

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

Beautiful Birthday

This charming house with beautiful grounds and a pool was perfection to celebrate my wife’s 60th birthday. We were able to receive family at the beginning of the week and friends at the end celebrating at the nearby beaches and sharing dinners by the pool. Dennis really cares about the property and managed our communication well. We would love to visit/rent this beautiful place again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Leah M.

29 Aug, 2023

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

Multi-family stay

Farmhouse with pool great setting for family. Lots of space for privacy among multiple families. Warm host with attention to detail. Somewhat hard for small children/babies to navigate space and bathrooms, but overall a very nice place.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff k.

7 Jul, 2021

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Marston Mills

Enjoyed our time in Marston Mills, Dennis was attentive and helpful. Property was in great shape. Thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

CAROLE J., Virginia

26 Jul, 2021

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

A unique, roomy, and private house

The house is wonderful, with lots of room for all of us. Three generations enjoyed our stay, and Dennis was available and very helpful when we needed him. The house is near everything and still felt private and away from it all. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thayer S.

30 Jul, 2023

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summer vacation

the property is gorgeous and well mantained, perfect for children overall. Close to lots of beaches and other things to do. the pool was a life saver in the hot weather and the yard is large for games. The kitchen has everything you need as well which was helpful. the property manager lives on site and was wonderful and attentive yet respectful of privacy. He truly made the stay more enjoyable.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine H.

19 Aug, 2021

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

Perfect house and location

This house was perfect for our family of twelve. We loved the layout of the house and the local area. Dennis was a perfect host. He met us on arrival and gave us a quick tour. He was available if needed but respected our privacy. The house has an interesting history and is located in a beautiful area of the cape. We enjoyed swimming and beachcombing at Craigsville Beach. We are looking forward to vacationing at the Marston Mills house again next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

30 Jul, 2024

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

50th Anniversary Celebration

I can't say enough wonderful things about our stay! From the moment we booked, Dennis (property manager) was attentive, professional, and easy to communicate with. The home was even more beautiful in person. It was a treat to stay in such a charming and historical home. The layout was perfect for our family of 12 (grandparents, parents, and children). Although we were a large group there were plenty of places to spread out and enjoy some solitude. We enjoyed sharing family meals in the kitchen, dining room, or patio. The kids spent a ton of time in the pool while the adults relaxed. The location was ideal for exploring the Cape. It was a memorable way to celebrate my parents' 50th wedding anniversary. We hope to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

25 Aug, 2021

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

Fabulous Family Reunion Property

Our family selected this extraordinary property for our post-2020 family reunion. It was everything we hoped for and more. There was something for everyone: easy access to lovely beaches, an exquisite pool, colonial artifacts, a delightful dollhouse for the kids, gorgeous scenery, a fully-outfitted kitchen, and tons of space (and privacy). Dennis the property manager was an absolute delight. He even gifted us some yummy organic summer squash from his garden! We thoroughly enjoyed this property and hope to return in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

1 Jul, 2023

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

Family get-together

Everything was perfect start to finish! On arrival, we were met by Dennis who gave us a tour of the home and some of the history. The house is huge and has lots of room to gather together or find a corner to be by yourself. Having the beautiful pool in the yard was the icing on the cake. Dennis couldn’t be more cordial or helpful. The house is equipped with pretty much everything you might need for your stay. Just add food and wine! Great experience and lots of fun and the bonus was the wonderful weather when a week of rain had been forecasted.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harold (Buddy) L.

20 Sept, 2021

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

An Amazing Property

The property was wonderful and Dennis was a great host. He added to our stay with some of the history of the property. The furnishings were historically amazing and comfortable. Location is best on whole Cape area. Kitchen was well appointed and well supplied with everything one needs other than food. We hope to return for another pleasant stay. We enjoyed eating at the large kitchen table and wondering about the conversations that took place there since 1780. The property has enough room for all guests to have their own space without being on top of other guests. We recommend that all guests get restaurant recommendations for Dennis because everyone he gave us was a true enjoyable experience. Having coffee or a glass of wine on the back patio was great with watching the swans on the pond. The property is close to pharmacies, grocery stores, and other retail stores that also made our stay enjoyable. We must say without exception Dennis was a most gracious host.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha L.

3 Jan, 2022

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Fantastic holiday rental

My family and I rented this house the week between Christmas and New Years and I can't tell you how great it was. We love the Cape off season, and the house was fantastic: exactly as pictured, full of character and charm and felt both cozy but large enough to give our group of 12 plenty of space and privacy. We loved the kitchen with it's big communal table, just right for playing cards, eating, or having a few cocktails. The kitchen is really well equipped and we had everything we needed. We cooked most of our meals. The area is really nice with easy access to beaches and walks and there were plenty of businesses open even in December. Some of our family even did a New Years Day dip in the ocean! Dennis, the property manager, is absolutely fantastic, super kind, flexible, always a text away if anything is needed. I can't recommend this property highly enough. There is a wonderful covered patio area with a built in pool, we might just have to rent it again during the summer months, just to compare! A truly memorable week. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

16 Aug, 2023

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

Perfect week on the Cape

We had a wonderful stay at the William Marston home. It was a beautiful home and we all appreciated the interior decorating and antiques. The house is spacious for 12 of us (some children) and we were all able to eat meals together at the kitchen table! The master bedroom was perfect for a baby and toddler to be in the room with parents as there was plenty of space! We appreciated the attention to detail throughout the house. All of the tissue boxes had a bow or flower made out of tissue and the bathrooms were stocked with shampoos, soaps, and conditioners. No need to bring your own bath towels as they had many on hand. We loved the large pool with floats, which got a lot of use! Though the pool was not heated, it was certainly refreshing! The back porch and patio were lovely where we spent most days and nights. Within walking distance is the Fig Tree Cafe, which we all agreed was delicious for breakfast. Also the pond is a short walk where you can view swans! There are many beaches to go to within a 10-20 minute drive. The house offered 4 beach chairs, which was useful with our large group. It's a short ride to other small towns like Hyannis, Osterville, and Chatham. We recommend all and would love to have visited more because each town was cuter than the next. When we come back to Cape Cod, we would love to stay here again as it fits all of our families' needs. We'd recommend 100%! The Hart/Starkey Families

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

14 Aug, 2023

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Fabulous Family vacation on the Cape

Our week here was fabulous! The house was terrific in the multiple spaces it offered for our group of 9 adults and several who visited during the day. It took us a little while to remember where every room was located and which staircase to use-an indication of how large the house is and how perfect it is for a group. The outdoor covered patio overlooking the pool was great and we ate lunch and dinner out there most days. It was wonderful to have a pool at the house! The yard was great–we enjoyed multiple family corn hole tournaments. The indoor porch was a favorite place for early risers to have coffee, the formal dining room was used for playing cards, and we had a jigsaw puzzle going in the piano room. The bedrooms and most bathrooms are upstairs - there is a half bathroom downstairs which was helpful to avoid going up and down stairs a lot. This is a 1780 original farmhouse so people need to be comfortable with the narrow and somewhat steep stairs. The kitchen is well stocked with pans, utensils, etc and there is a brand-new gas grill on the patio. Not only was the house fabulous, but Dennis (the property manager) was outstanding. He went out of his way to answer questions beforehand and after we arrived. We were celebrating a birthday and he was incredibly helpful and flexible in making it a special experience in many ways. He gave us local suggestions and made sure that everything was perfect–the best property manager we’ve worked with in all of our travels!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dennis Moynihan

Why they chose this property

Centrally located yet private and secluded, this property has something that will appeal to everyone.

What makes this property unique

A fabulous view over a private seven acre pond from the pool area and the master bedroom provides an ever-changing panorama of Osprey arriving from South America to build their nests and feed their young all summer long, fish ladders used by tens of thousands of herring heading up Marstons Mills river to spawn, Swans raising their young just offshore from the house, many variety of ducks, and acres of water willow providing nesting areas for many other species of birds.