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Unwind at Newcomb Hollow Beach!

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Wellfleet, MA
  • Place, Cape Cod National Seashore
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gull Pond
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Unwind at Newcomb Hollow Beach!

Summary:

13318 - Architect's Escape: Unwind at Newcomb Hollow Beach!



The Space:

Indulge in modern serenity amidst timeless landscapes at the Architect’s Escape, a contemporary marvel nestled within the embrace of Cape Cod’s National Seashore. Perched on over 5 acres of hilltop seclusion, modern architecture harmonizes with pristine nature, offering a retreat from the bustle of everyday life.
Atop a tranquil hill, the property boasts unparalleled privacy, with no neighbors in sight for over 500 yards. The main structure, adorned with three sun-drenched decks and a screened second-floor porch, offers two spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first floor. Ascend to the second floor, where the open-concept living space, complete with a smart TV, kitchen, and dining area, flows seamlessly into a four-season sun porch-turned-bedroom, ideal for lounging or accommodating extra guests.

For those seeking additional seclusion, a studio cottage awaits, a mere 200 yards away. Rustic yet charming, this minimalist retreat features a queen bed, cozy reading nook, and outdoor shower, providing a private sanctuary for extended family or guests.

The Architect’s Escape accommodates up to 9 guests, ensuring ample space for relaxation and rejuvenation. Venture beyond the confines of the estate and discover a tapestry of natural wonders, with picturesque ponds and ocean beaches just a short stroll away. From Gull Pond to Newcomb Hollow Beach, adventure awaits amidst the pristine landscapes of the National Seashore.

Please note the serene seclusion of the Architect’s Escape is accessed via a quarter-mile packed dirt road, leading to a steep paved driveway. While 4x4 vehicles are not required, we recommend a cautious approach to navigating the terrain.

Delve into the rich history of the property, originally crafted in the 1950s by renowned architect Serge Chermayeff, a luminary of modernist design and friend to architectural legends Eero Saarinen and Marcel Breuer. As you ascend the stairs, take note of Chermayeff's masterful shingle mixed media piece, a testament to the enduring legacy of design and innovation.


Home Details:
-Dogs Welcomed (w/fee of $45/night per dog)
-Sleeps 9
Main structure, 2 Livable Floors w/living area on Second Floor!
Bedrooms:
-Total: 3
-1st bedroom: 1st floor, King
-2nd bedroom: 1st floor, Queen
-3rd bedroom: 2nd floor, twin and trundle
Bathrooms:
-Total: 2
Second structure, one floor
Bedrooms:
-Total: 1
-4th bedroom: Queen bed & daybed in large studio style cottage
Bathrooms
Total: 0.5
-Half bath with outdoor shower
Other Amenities
-A/C split system in main house - floor unit in detached cottage
-TV smart TV
-WIFI - not extremely fast (but sufficient) due to National Seashore location. Comcast not available. Hotspot only.
-Washer and Dryer
-Outdoor Shower
-Private hilltop wooded 5-acres+
-Propane Grill
-In THE National Seashore; 5 min walk to all best ponds; 10 min trail walk to Newcomb Hollow Beach
-Sheets and Bath Towels Provided with Beds Made Upon Arrival
-Cleaned with Hospital Grade Disinfectant



The Neighborhood:

Oceanside

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About the area

Wellfleet

Located in Wellfleet, this holiday home is near the beach. Commercial Street is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill and Atlantic Spice Company are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Cod National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gull Pond - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Newcomb Hollow Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cahoon Hollow Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Block & Tackle Smokehouse and Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Truro Vineyards of Cape Cod - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Briar Lane Jams And Jellies - ‬6 min drive

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely. Simply lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Paradise

Perfection
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2020
I am glad to hear you had a great stay. I speak for all of us here at Del Mar Vacations when I say that we loved and would love to host you again in Wellfleet or in any other of our amazing vacation rentals on Cape Cod!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HELEN G.

Great Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We loved the quiet location in the woods. A ramble through the woods brought us to Newcomb Hollow beach in less than ten minutes. The little cottage was a bonus for our 18 year old who loved the privacy. Our dog would give it six stars if possible. Clean, comfortable and rustically stylish with plenty of room both indoors and out. Would love to see an outdoor shower added to the main house. We are looking forward to a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2020
Dear Helen! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return visit. Great idea about the outside shower...maybe you will see it next year! Have a safe and happy year.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not satisfied

House needs updating. No electric plugs in bathrooms. Many Plugs elsewhere needed adapters Roof leaked in 3 places during rain. Had damp smell. Tv was on headphone mode Would not switch back Could not get sound. Lighting was dark. Could use more lighting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julianne B.

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

Fall on the Outer Cape

This is a lovely spot—unique home in a very cool location that’s perfect for fall. Being able to walk through the woods to the beach was a special treat. Very clean property and responsive management.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Lovely

We had a great time. Loved the house. Close to ocean and ponds. Setting in the woods. Easy trip to town. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

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

Great place

Loved staying here and hopefully will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

sarah l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

On the hill

This property has a lot of great things going for it . It’s very quiet , beautiful views , lovely paths to beach and ponds . The house and cottage are roomy and group friendly . The heater worked great and the kitchen was functional. I always bring my own knifes and my sauté pan and I was glad I did . The only thing I would complain about was that the house needed some maintenance and the bathrooms didn’t seem very clean especially the tubs but overall we really enjoyed our stay and we go out back again. It would’ve been nice to of the house manual had some instructions for that in room heaters remote controls in for the remote controls for the TV which we never did get to work
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2020
I am so glad to hear you had a great stay. I appreciate your feedback. We have a team of cleaners on staff at all times. Next time let us know and we can get the team out there to address any cleanliness issues. Always feel free to give us a call even for the little things like not being able to get the TV to work. We are here to help. We are working on getting better instructions into all our homes. Again I appreciate the feedback and I am glad that your stay was very positive.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George F.

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

Peace & privacy

The house was just as represented. On top of a rise in the woods with a large buffer around it, it offered a very different experience to my previous Cape stays. A path thru the woods lead to Newcomb beach - nice to walk there for a change! We plan to book again for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2020
I am glad to hear you had a great stay. I speak for all of us here at Del Mar Vacations when I say that we loved and would love to host you again in Wellfleet or in any other of our amazing vacation rentals on Cape Cod!
Verified

8/10 Good

Renee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Unbelievable location!

This house in one of the most beautiful places on the cape! .4 miles to newcomb hollow, near gull pond, secluded and quiet. The house is older than the pictures suggest, we had torrential rain and the roof leaked in a few places. The bathrooms are redone except for the showers. The mattresses left us all sore. The kitchen is very well stocked as far as cooking utensils and pots and pans and things. The screened in porch is an absolute oasis. The small "cabin" is really cute, the outdoor shower has no walls, just a spout outside but it looks into the woods. All in all we had a great time there, the location can't be beat.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan H.

Wonderful remote setting

Love the property set up on a hill and short walk through the woods to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

Cape Perfection

The best of both worlds fantastic beach access and calm still lake also! The decor is sublime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby B.

I love it here and can’t wait to return.

This house is a very special place, the hilltop location gives me the feeling of looking out to the horizon in every direction, and it’s such an easy walk through the woods to the ponds and to the ocean beach that you can hear the waves breaking from the porch. It’s nearlu always breezy but I’m happy there’s now air conditioning too. A very special spot.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona W.

Beautiful house, great location!

This was our second year here. We love the house and the location - walking distance to Gull Pond, short drive to Newcomb Hollow beach. The guest house is an added bonus. Much, much improved experience now that this rental is under Del Mar's management. Thank you Luke & team!
Verified

4/10 Poor

MaryBeth L.

Property was not ready when we arrived

Our arrival was Sunday, 6/10/18. The entrance door was left open and the grounds surrounding the house were completely overgrown. The grass was higher than the charcoal grills in the yard and could not be used. A grounds person showed up on Thursday, 6/14/18, mid morning. He was so frustrated with the state of the grounds, he expressed the need for a grounds keeping team rather than one person trying to make an overgrown property presentable while tenants were present. Not a fair situation for him to be in at all. As for the house itself, it was supplied as indicated in instructions, but was in need of insect removal. Ants in most every room and many spiders. I also put a deposit of $100 for a dog to join us on vacation and asked for a refund, as we did not bring a dog. The refund never actually processed. We left the property in far better condition than we found it. I realize it was the beginning of the season, but for people to want to return, the property needs attention. I and my family rent houses for vacation regularly and felt misled and disappointed when we arrived. I communicated with the property manager upon arrival and departure with some concerns regarding refrigerator and trash. I recommend VRBO doing a better job by actually knowing the property they advertise and make sure it’s more than adequate before guests arrive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2020
Due to this secluded home being located in the woods in Wellfleet, insects are unavoidable, although we do use insect treatment to minimize the issue. The location also adds difficulty to grounds maintenance, being located on the National Seashore. A refund was issued to the credit card we have on file on 6/9 as soon as we were told a dog was no longer going to be in the home. The home is very accurately described in the listing and most of our guests have a wonderful vacation staying on this beautiful, private property.
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