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10/10 Excellent
emily b.
17 Aug, 2025
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emily b.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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Sandwich Cape Cod Antique Colonial - The Deacon Eldred House
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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Internet access
- Living area
- Refrigerator
Explore the area
Sandwich, MA
- Sandwich Glass MuseumPlace, Sandwich Glass Museum3 min walk
- Historic Sandwich VillagePlace, Historic Sandwich Village3 min walk
- Sandwich BoardwalkPlace, Sandwich Boardwalk2 min drive
- Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)Airport, Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)114 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
3 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Bathroom 6
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Sandwich Cape Cod Antique Colonial - The Deacon Eldred House
In the heart of downtown Historic village ofSandwich is this newly restored 3 bedroom 3 bathroom antique colonial right on Shawme pond. This house had an extensive renovation in 2023 featured on HGTV's Houses With History show - episode the one with Peter Cottontail. Walking distance to many restaurants, stores and historic buildings. The tea room is just across the way. Beaches are a very short drive as well. This house once house the Thornton W. Burgess Museum - a famous child author and the creator of Peter Rabbit! This antique home features a custom kitchen for all your cooking needs, a comfyliving room with TV, wifi, a dining room with large table thatseats 6 and more! First floor you will find a full bath with walk-in shower. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms - 2 queen size beds and one main bedroom with king size bed and bathroom with walk-in shower. Upstairs also includes a library space for those quiet days to relax with a good book. An additional bathroom with tub can also be found on the second floor.The entire house is equipped with wifi, central ac and forced hot air heat for the winter. Also in the summer the rental include use of 2 person boat with life jackets. Bring your fishing poles and enjoy the pond. Just across the street is the Dunbar tea room. The neighbors are the historic Hoxie house and Jenny Grist Mill both open to the public. Stroll to down town and enjoy a meal at the many options such as the Belfry inn, Daniel Webster inn, the Dunbar tea room and more! There are multiple bakeries, coffee shops, antique shops and more in the immediate area as well.There is so much to offer inlovely historic downtown area - lovely in both the summer and winter months!The house is just a short drive to Sandy Neck, Sandwich Marinaand many lovely beaches along historic route 6a as well.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number C0448502610
Property # 3589036vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
About the area
Sandwich
Located in Sandwich, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Hoxie House and Historic Sandwich Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Scusset Beach State Reservation. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Doran Park, or consider a night out at Onset Bay Center - Buzzards Bay Coalition.
Sandwich, MA
What's nearby
- Sandwich Glass Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Historic Sandwich Village - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Hoxie House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Sandwich Boardwalk - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Heritage Museums and Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
- Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 15 min drive
- Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Dunkin' - 7 min drive
- Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters - 15 min walk
- Dunkin' - 5 min drive
- Fishermen's View - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sandwich Cape Cod Antique Colonial - The Deacon Eldred House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sandwich Cape Cod Antique Colonial - The Deacon Eldred House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandwich Cape Cod Antique Colonial - The Deacon Eldred House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandwich Cape Cod Antique Colonial - The Deacon Eldred House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sandwich Cape Cod Antique Colonial - The Deacon Eldred House located?
Located in the heart of Sandwich, this holiday home is steps from Thornton W. Burgess Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Cape Cod Beaches. Thomas Dexter's Grist Mill and Hoxie House are just steps away.
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Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Jodene M.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 6 adults thoroughly enjoyed 2 nights at this lovely home. Easily a 15 minute walk into town and a pretty setting. Comfy beds. Lots of traffic in front of house and unfortunate construction starting at 7 am across street, but otherwise great stay. Definitely not a home for children with so many antiques, breakables and museum quality pieces. Adults will enjoy so many things to look at though. We also loved the pond!
Jodene M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
20 Aug, 2024
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Wonderful time spent in the past
We had a lovely time staying here! The house is just perfect and in a great location to walk to everything. Having the pond right outside our door was a lot of fun with the kids including catching our first fish!
They provided everything needed and were at the ready to answer any questions. Hope to be back one day!
Paul M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Katharine P.
15 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in colonial history
Once a museum, this quaint and charming house is on a lovely pond —we were greeted by a swan and cygnets. Parts of Peter Rabbit were written here, so Thornton Burgess’s books are found in every nook. Charming historical house. Not for rambunctious children but delightful for adults.
Katharine P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Lucian D.
26 Jun, 2024
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Amazing house
This house is exactly what we thought it would be, a quaint antique home in a picturesque setting. My son caught two small mouth bass in the pond and we enjoyed exploring the lower cape. The Heritage museum was a worthy excursion. We only wish that we dedicated more of our road trip vacation to Sandwich!
Lucian D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Catherine S.
17 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our niece was getting married in Buzzards Bay so we flew up from Miami for the weekend. We love history, antiques, and nature so the home was a perfect choice as we ventured back in time to colonial New England with modern bathrooms, ample hot water and comfy beds. The house was well equipped and conveniently located with a quick drive to tasty restaurants, local shops, historic sites and the boardwalk. With three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a large living room, and dining room there was ample space for our adult family. On our last morning we enjoyed our breakfast outside at the home’s picnic table by the pond. As we sipped our coffee we watched swans paddle in a straight line as they started their day. A perfect stay.
Catherine S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the house and had a nice time.
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10/10 Excellent
Robert L.
23 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Uniquely cool house.
The house was more than accommodating for 4 adults and our 3.5 year old granddaughter, nearly 2 year old grandson and a 2.5 month old infant.The house has a historic story that we are now going to check out. It has a scenic view and Mike & Jen were super helpful with their communication.A 5/5 across the board!
Robert L.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Nathinee C.
9 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a one-of-a-kind experience. You must watch the Houses with History episode about Mike and Jen’s renovation/historic preservation efforts while you are in the house. It’s really something to be sitting in the space while you see the episode. The space is beautiful (especially if you love historic homes), beds are very comfortable, showers were modern and excellent, and there was plenty of space for our 4 adults and 2 teens. The outdoor picnic table, pond, and boat are perfect for bird-watching. The geese are actually friendly and you can watch the ducks and swans from the benches right next to the pond.The location is excellent. Easy walk to the Glass Museum and a little shopping strip, and an easy drive to several beaches and other towns.
Nathinee C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the place. Come back anytime.
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10/10 Excellent
Paige B.
2 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is extremely special and so is the town. If you’re wanting and idyllic New England getaway, this is it. The yard and pond feel like a dream, especially at dusk. You can easily walk to Main Street for a cup of coffee from the house. And even the drive to the house, the winding road with colonials on either side, is perfection. My small children had room to run and play outside and found plenty of “secret spots” inside the house. The beds are so comfortable and we had plenty of room as a family of four. The logistics (check in and check out) were a breeze. My only tip would be if you have small kids and you’d prefer they don’t wake up with the sun…bring some black out shades. Amazon has some specifically for travel. My hope is that we get the chance to come back here again and again.
Paige B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Susan K.
4 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed Sandwich history
The home is lovely, very functional with 3 full bathrooms. We even watched their HGTV renovation show the first rainy day.
The only problem was being awoken by the fire alarms on multiple nights but the owners have changed them so we would rent this property again. If you call them and don’t hear within an hour text them.
Susan K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Carol A.
19 Sept, 2024
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Easy Days in Sandwich
Beautifully decorated, great location, gorgeous setting. When we first arrived it felt like we were in a museum but after a while it felt very comfortable and relaxing. Modern amenities seamlessly merge with the antiques throughout the house. Comfortable beds and three full baths made it easy to share with friends. The expansive grounds right on the pond was a lovely spot to have morning coffee, read a book, or relax with friends. It's perfectly situated in the center of historic Sandwich and walking distance to the Heritage Museum and Gardens. You even have access to fresh spring water for free up the street at a well that the locals have been using for years. The whole experience, inside and out was completely charming.
Carol A.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
jeannette c.
7 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extraordinary Home
This place is unique, obviously. Every detail stands out, from the furniture and art to the fixtures in the bathrooms and kitchens. The kitchen is a dream and the dining area is just perfection. The book shelves are lined with literature and of course children's books. We decided we were all going to return in the winter so that we could just sit by the fire and read. This whole house welcomes you into its fold. The hosts were fabulous and so responsive when we discovered we were going to arrive late. Oh, I forgot to mention the fabulous beds and bedding, simply dreamy. I highly encourage a 2 night stay, the town is so charming and the food is heavenly.
jeannette c.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2024
Thank you so much - come back this winter...Repeat guests get a discount. Thanks so much for your stay!
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10/10 Excellent
Mike M.
22 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Historical Home in Sandwich MA
Staying at this property was like stepping back in time (with modern conveniences). The home exudes history & charm in every room. The beds were very comfortable and the 3 bathrooms were very convenient. Antiques & adorable rabbit themed knick knacks throughout the home. Decent sized dining area and gathering room allowed our family of 5 adults and 1 child plenty of room. The property is adjacent to a picturesque lake and directly across the street from the Dunbar Tea Room. Conveniently close & withing walking distance to all of the Sandwich historic district. The kitchen has a vintage looking modern gas range/oven and refrigerator. Not a lot of sitting room in the kitchen, you will need to use the dining room which is located right off of it. Two staircases allow you easy access to the upper bedrooms. Great communication from the owners of the property; check in/out was simple. If you like history, you'll want to stay at the Deacon Elder Home.
Mike M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Debbie T.
12 May, 2025
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Historical Splender
As professional archeological /historic cultural photographers, this lovely restored historic home was a treat for us to stay in while we spent a week in Sandwich, Massachusetts - early May. Wanting to beat the tourists season, we chose this house for our stay and this location for its historical significance and history. This is not a home for teenagers nor younger children. Modern kitchens and baths with early 1700’s flare. So much to appreciate about this time period on Ole Cape Cod. Yes, there is WiFi and a TV with streaming channels. Within walking distance to so many historic sites in Sandwich, including the Sandwich Glass Museum, which I highly recommend visiting. There are delightful restaurants all close by; Sam’s Seafood Restaurant has the best pure seafood I’ve ever eaten, Cafe Chew has delightful breakfast offerings and Apple Bombs that are out of this world, Snowy Owl has breakfast empanadas and delicious coffee - many others in Sandwich. A family of Canadian geese brought their newly hatched chicks around to visit us daily as the pond behind the house is home to ducks and geese alike. The home is filled with delightful historic children’s books written by Thornton Burgess, author of Peter Cottontail stories and Ready Fox, who once lived there. Personally, we will return to this lovely home at some time when we visit the Cape. Thank you to our host as our visit left us with wonderful
Debbie T.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your stay. So glad you enjoyed it!
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10/10 Excellent
Cheryl L.
9 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is more than just a vacation rental, it is also an experience. The owners successfully renovated & preserved the original 1756 structure, keeping the American Colonial (three-quarter Cape Cod) architectural style. At one time the house served as the Thornton Burgess museum. He was a famous author who lived here & wrote popular children’s stories about animals/nature (Adventures of Peter Cottontail, Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack, etc). The interior of the house is well designed, with a blend of antique furnishings/decorations, along with modern comforts/appliances. It was clean & well maintained. The ‘rabbit motif’ appears throughout the house and provides a unique thread of continuity that ties it all together. The kitchen had a large sink, large stove, med. size frig, toaster & coffee maker. All the beds were comfortable & 3 full-size bathrooms were a bonus. A/C & internet worked great. Out back of the house is the tranquil Shawme Lake. There is a table and several benches to relax & enjoy lake view. Our 2 adult kids had fun using the row boat & kayak out on the lake. There were no issues with mosquitos/bugs & the surroundings were very quiet at nighttime.Location is excellent. An easy walk to downtown Sandwich. A short drive to beautiful Town Neck Beach (we recommend). We suggest you watch HGTV show about the house renovation while you are here & don’t be surprised if you actually see a few cottontail rabbits & quacking ducks running around during your stay.
Cheryl L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good
sarah M.
24 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay, the beds were so comfortable. Perfect location was able to walk to so many places.
sarah M.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
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