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Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay

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A wooden dock with two Adirondack chairs and a small table overlooking a calm lake with a forested hillside in the background.
A lakeside view with a large tree, a small dock, and a building in the background.
A white building with a sloped roof, a gravel driveway, and bare trees in the background.
A rustic bar area with wooden beams, shelves with various bottles and glasses, and two stools.
A rustic bar area with wooden beams, a counter with various bottles and glasses, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cape Cod Beaches
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dennis, MA
  • Place, Cape Playhouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Museum of Art
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay

This 18th century rustic Cape Cod cottage is on almost 2 secluded acres and has a 200-foot lakefront with beach, boathouse with a bar, kayak, canoe, and Hobie Wave catamaran right on Scargo Lake. With its own swimming and boating beach on freshwater Scargo Lake, the setting alone promises a memorable vacation. You can in the same day swim in the salt waters of Cape Cod Bay and in the pristine water of Scargo Lake and still find time to sail around the lake and feed the ducks and swans. Just glance at the review below to see why people love to vacation here and often return. Click below on 'More Details' for an elaborated description of the cottage and the Dennis Village area.


The cottage has a full kitchen, an air-conditioned living/dining room, and two air-conditioned bedrooms upstairs. The cottage sleeps six with a queen bed in one bedroom, and a full bed in the second bedroom. A queen or single air bed can be used downstairs in the living room. All floors are hardwood. Cable TV and WiFi are provided. The cottage has a washer & dryer, dishwasher, full stove with oven, and propane heat for off-season vacations. In addition to a just-renovated bathroom, the cottage has its own outdoor shower with hot and cold water. The boathouse has a bar with bar stools and open area facing the lake. The 200' lakefront is ideal for outdoor dining. At the lakefront is a fire pit where families can gather, make music, watch the moonlight over Scargo Lake, and cook around the fire.

Glacial Scargo Lake is famous on Cape Cod for being both serene and clean. Only sailboats, canoes, etc. are allowed. The lakefront is so quiet that one can often hear the beachgoers playing at the public beach on the other side of the lake, half a mile away. Cape Cod Bay beaches (Howes and Corporation) are a 15-20 minute walk from the cottage (or a 2 minute drive), so one can swim in the bay and rinse off in Scargo Lake’s crystal clear water. Famous Mayflower beach is less than 5 minutes drive away. The lakefront has 3 entrances into the water for swimming, one a sandy beach that is great for children as it is shallow for a considerable distance before the water deepens. The lake is also excellent for sailing, canoeing or kayaking and tenants may use the Hobie Wave Catamaran sailboat, kayak, or canoe (life jackets in the boathouse-mandatory). Bass and trout fishing, including fly-fishing and ice fishing, make the lake a year-round fishing paradise.
Please call the owner if you are interested. The owner requires that there be a phone conversation before there is any rental agreement.

The cottage is located off 6A in Dennis Village, a village unchanged since the 1950s. Although set back from the road and secluded by vegetation, the cottage is easily within walking distance of the village. The property is a short walk (5-15 minutes) from the Cape Playhouse (world famous off-Broadway theater), Cape Cinema ('art' films, not commercial fare) Cape Cod Art Museum (well worth a visit, Cape artists), local restaurants (many excellent, some exceptional) and the center of town (a gazebo). A large shopping mall is a ten-minute drive to Patriot Square. The area also has great hiking and biking trails. The review that follows below confirms that people love to vacation at the cottage on Scargo Lake, as will you.
There is a second, three-bedroom house for rent on the same two-acre property listed on the same website as
ID 121720. Both houses may be rented at the same time
for families with a larger group of extended family members or friends.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pet fee is $50 to $100 per dog per stay
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
All smoking must be done outdoor

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0070520750
Property # 324721
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dennis

Located in Dennis, this cottage is on a lake. West Dennis Beach is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach. Cape Playhouse and Cape Cod Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Dennis, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Playhouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Scargo Hill Observation Tower - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape Cod Museum of Art - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Corporation Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ring Bros. Marketplace - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Playhouse and Cape Cod Beaches. Cape Cod Museum of Art and Corporation Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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