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Charming Cape Cod cottage on Depot Pond & bike trail with pond access

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Exterior detail
Sunset view from the deck
Weber Genesis Grill
Dining area
Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Eastham, MA
  • Place, Eastham Windmill
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod National Seashore
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Cape Cod cottage on Depot Pond & bike trail with pond access

Our Cottage is conveniently located on Depot Pond (with pond access) and next to the Cape Cod Rail Bike Trail. Both the kitchen and bathroom are newly renovated. All windows have been replaced. There is a new Mini-Split heating/AC system installed for this season to add to your comfort. Our large deck overlooks the pond and is the perfect spot to relax and watch the sunset or enjoy coffee in the morning. There are 2 bedrooms with 3 beds (2 twin beds and one queen) to comfortably sleep 4 people. The cottage is fully furnished inside and includes a table and chairs on the deck. New in 2023 is a Weber Gemini gas grill. There is direct pond access to Depot Pond through the backyard. There is high-speed WiFi throughout the cottage. The location is close to beaches on Great Pond (freshwater), Cape Cod Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean. There are many great restaurants within a few miles of the cottage.

The property our home sits on has been in our family for generations and was originally purchased in British pounds. Eastham is such a special place for our family and we love gathering in our home. We hope you can experience the charm & relaxation of Eastham which we so cherish.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
With prior approval in writing by the owner.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Sheets, pillow cases and towels are NOT furnished. Rentals can be organized with prior notification by tenant.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0048640860
Property # 661946vb
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
Note from host: With prior approval in writing by the owner.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Eastham

Located in Eastham, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Cape Escape Adventure Golf and Orleans Bowling Center. Windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Eastham, MA

What's nearby

  • Eastham Windmill - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Swift-Daley House - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape Cod National Seashore - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Salt Pond Visitor Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Town Cove Tap House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hot Chocolate Sparrow - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cape Cod cottage on Depot Pond & bike trail with pond access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Cape Cod cottage on Depot Pond & bike trail with pond access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cape Cod cottage on Depot Pond & bike trail with pond access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cape Cod cottage on Depot Pond & bike trail with pond access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cape Cod cottage on Depot Pond & bike trail with pond access located?

This family-friendly Eastham cottage is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Swift-Daley House and Cape Cod National Seashore. Cape Cod Beaches is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage with lovely deck overlooking the pond ( daily swims).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Meghan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Located right on the bike trail with access to area ponds, this was a great spot for a getaway. There were plenty of options for daily entertainment and the house had what we needed. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom Z.

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

Beautiful home

So nice to be able stay at the Hurd House this past summer, quite, clean, great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy N.

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

Repeat customer

I come back to this rental because it is in a beautiful location, well kept and reliably clean, and not fussy. Hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Cozy cottage

Great location! Lovely view of the pond and excellent access to the bike trail
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

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

Charming pond escape

Charming house with everything you need for a perfect Cape Cod stay on a pond! We’ve stayed here three times and the owners and the location are superb!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much! We are thrilled you love our home as much as we do and look forward to hosting your family again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina F.

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

A wonderful return visit

We were fortunate to stay in this clean, updated, and well-equipped home for a second summer in a row. It’s hard to beat the proximity to multiple ponds, the bike bath, and the National Seashore beaches. Perfect getaway for our family of 4!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa H.

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

Second time just as great!

We stayed here for the first time in 2021 and loved it so much we booked again before the end of our stay. We stayed again this year and it was just as perfect! Thanks for sharing your perfect escape!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much for returning to our cottage once again and we so look forward to hosting you again next year! We are thrilled you love our home as much as we do!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deepika K.

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

Pleasant stay

We had a pleasant stay. We liked the surrounding area especially the beaches and the restaurants. The cottage was well maintained and the view of the lake from the deck was gorgeous. We enjoyed the calming sunsets as well. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and we would definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much, Deepika, for choosing to stay at our home and for the lovely review! We hope to host you again in the future!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Charming cottage on a kettle pond

We had a wonderful visit to Eastham. We loved being right on Cape Cod Rails to Trails and the beautiful kettle pond right outside the door. The house was clean and cozy—just what you want for family time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2021
Thank you, Kathy for your review! We enjoyed hosting you and are so happy you had a great stay. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

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

Great vacation

We had a perfect week in Eastham. Cottage was located near everything we wanted to do. House is right on the rail trail and we rode our bikes on it every day. The house had everything we needed for our stay. We are hoping to come back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy N.

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

Quiet getaway

This is a great place for 1-3 people who want to swim, watch birds, and read on a deck. I relax as soon as I pull in.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa H.

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

Perfect escape

This house was everything we hoped it would be and more! Not only is the house adorable, but it is in close proximity to everything we love about the Cape, including the bike trail, fresh water ponds, bay beaches AND ocean beaches. We booked our next visit before we even left!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2021
We are so happy to hear you loved your stay and look forward to hosting you again next summer! Thank you again!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca N.

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

Nice week in Eastham

The house was great. Depot Pond is *beautiful* and really really great for swimming. Being right next to the bike path was awesome. And First Encounter beach is great. The house was just as advertised and fit our family of 4 really well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2020
Thank you, Rebecca, for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and are assuming the 1 star was an error. We hope to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy N.

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

A quiet home base

This clean and well-equipped cottage was perfect for me as a solo renter. It's close to all the things I enjoy and provided me a lovely home base. I'm a swimmer, so staying home on the deck and swimming regularly in the pond was idyllic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

PRISCILLA D.

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

Cape Escape

Just the right size for a couple. Very clean and comfortable. The air conditioning was a plus..nice views of Depot Pond from the ample deck. Best of all, it was only a few yards from the bike trail. There was also a good market right up the street. We really enjoyed being there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

April N.

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

Pond view

Quiet pleasant home with lovely deck, immediate access to rail trail. Lacks a dishwasher.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elph M.

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

Beautiful pond view cottage

We loved this cottage. It was bright, clean, and comfortable and had everything we expected. We adored the location on the edge of Depot Pond and with easy access to First Encounter beach, the bike path, and the Visitor Center. The deck was well equipped with a nice table and umbrella and comfortable outdoor furniture and was a peaceful place to spend time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elph M.

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

Easy and comfortable

We had a lovely stay in this charming cottage overlooking Depot Pond. We were close to the bay and the ocean and it was easy to get in and out to Route 6. Best was being right next to the cape cod rail trail for bike rides. The house is well equipped and the indoor and outdoor furniture is comfortable. The air conditioning is quiet and effective. Would be happy to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much for choosing to stay at our cottage again! We were thrilled to host you again and hope we can host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

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

Cape

We moved the location the house and the pond
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much, Dawn, for the kind words! We feel so lucky to have the bike trail right next door and hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

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

Cape Cod gem

This house was perfect for a family of 4 that loves the Cape Cod pond life! The home was very clean upon our arrival, updated and with a charming decor (true to photos). Check-in was as easy as it gets, directions were so clear and had no issues so we didn’t have a single question the entire week! Loved the deck overlooking the pond and the convenient location - steps to the Rail Trail, easy access to bike/kayak rental, fishing, markets and restaurants, and both bay and seashore beaches. It was a piece of paradise for us and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2021
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are thrilled you had a wonderful week on the Cape and look forward to hosting you and your family again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lance F.

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

Sweet and comfortable cottage in a central location

We spent a delightful 10 days here, overlooking the pond and riding bikes everywhere along the Cape Cod Rail Trail which is literally next door. Kitchen was well-equipped, TV good, new AC units did the job, and drawer/closet space generous. The hosts responded quickly to fix a problem with the new Weber grill which then worked great. Be aware of no dishwasher and BYO linens & towels (we rented from The Furies who responded immediately).
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2024
We appreciate your feedback and again are so sorry about the issues with the BBQ. We would have been happy to assist in linen rentals, but really appreciate your feedback as we might add linens to be included next year. We would also love to install a dishwasher as we know that is a wonderful appliance to have. Thank you so much and we hope to host you again in the future.
Archival

8/10 Good

Anna S.

Great Property, Great Price

My husband and I stayed at the Hurd's cottage for a week in August. It met all our expectations. The best feature of the property is the deck. It is lovely to sit outside for morning coffee and evening BarBQs. We loved looking onto the beautiful pond. You can access the fresh water pond very close by. The water was clean and clear. The trees around the deck offer shade during the day. The cottage is simple but adequate. There is a bit of a mildew smell upon entering but it airs out with the doors open. Loved the Band concerts by the Windmill. We spent alot of time at Marconi Beach but we could ride the bikes to Coast Guard. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
This fall we are making 2 major upgrades to the cottage. First, we are removing the old drywall and insulation in the basement. This will remove any mustiness from the house. Second, we are upgrading the kitchen with new cabinets, counter tops and a new sink and faucet.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom Z.

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

A very nice place

Clean, comfortable, good location, quite,fully equipped, private access to pond. Simply Wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul, 2023
Thank you, Thomas, for your kind words and for choosing to spend your vacation in our home. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

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

Sweet and simple

This sweet cottage is in a prime location - on a pond, next to bike trail, close to national seashore and bay beaches. Very comfortable and simple.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nancy & Brooks Hurd

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My wife and I have been coming to Cape Cod since we were first married. I first came to the Cape when I was less than 2 years old to meet my grandparents in their home on Bridge Road. My father grew up in the Bridge Road house and attended the one room school house which is now a museum near the entrance to the Cape Cod National Seashore.

Why they chose this property

This cottage is part of the original Nickerson farm which Hatsel Nickerson purchased in the late 1700's. This property was passed down in the Nickerson family to Edna Nickerson, the grandmother of the owner. The current cottage was built in 1960.

What makes this property unique

There are beautiful views of Depot Pond from the dining are, kitchen, back bedroom and the deck. The Cape Cod Rail Trail runs along the west property line. This paved trail runs 22 miles from Wellfleet to Dennis following the original right-of-way of the Cape Cod Railroad.

All the windows have been replaced by modern double pane windows. In October 2016, we updated the kitchen with all new cabinets, a large farmhouse sink, new counter tops and floors. In 2018, we completed renovated the bathroom with new walk-in shower, new sink and toilet, new tile floor and new walls and ceiling.

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