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Waterfront on Pond w/ Private Beach!

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, a comfortable sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A wooden deck with a lounge chair and a table, a sign reading 'ARCO POLO LOUNGE', and a view of a lake with trees.
Main House 2nd Floor Twins Bedroom
Dining
A rustic wooden cabin with a front door, a small porch, and a garage door.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Chatham, MA
  • Place, Chatham Marconi Maritime Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Caleb Nickerson House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden

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  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
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About the area

Chatham

Located in Chatham, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Chatham Marconi Maritime Center and Adventure Chatham are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Chatham, MA

What's nearby

  • Chatham Marconi Maritime Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Caleb Nickerson House - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Chatham Chamber of Commerce - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Adventure Chatham - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 26 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Three Fins Coffee House & Cacao Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Public Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mom & Pops Burgers - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront on Pond w/ Private Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront on Pond w/ Private Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront on Pond w/ Private Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront on Pond w/ Private Beach!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront on Pond w/ Private Beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Caleb Nickerson House, Chatham Marconi Maritime Center and Adventure Chatham. Chatham Chamber of Commerce and Cape Cod Beaches are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful view

Overall our stay was great. The view of the pond was so beautiful & tranquil. Loved the area, Chatham is great. Very quiet & secluded. The house for the most part was very clean. There were cobwebs all around low & high but other than that was clean. House decor was kind of dated but we didn’t mind at all. We had a very nice time.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

On Schoolhouse Pond

"Family Tides" is great for Cape Cod getaways. The property is private with a nice yard and easy access to the pond. The multi level deck overlooking the pond is a natural gathering spot. The kitchen is well equipped and right off the dining room. A/C is only available in the bedrooms, not in the main living space. This was not a problem during our stay. We opened windows, and ran fans that were provided. The general maintenance of the house is lacking, with a few windows unable to open, and a leaky refrigerator, as two examples of the house's condition. Overall we had a great vacation at this wonderfully located property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Schoolhouse Pond Gem

We traveled from LA to stay at this beautiful home. The house was perfectly clean with delightful appointments throughout; the beds are very comfortable with top quality linens. The appliances are all brand new- I want that washer and dryer. :) The grounds are really special; the home has a fairy tale quality. The long winding gravel road makes it feel really private. The home and nearby garage apartment "appear" in the clearing as guests round the last bend on the gravel road. Situated directly on this stellar, crystal clean kettle pond- every day we thoroughly enjoyed using the kayaks and SUP's we had rented nearby. There are a lot of steps down to the pond- as is with every home on this pristine body of water- but thanks to the "landings" and the wide brand new steps- the stairs were a breeze as compared to some of the other Pond properties that have steep, scary stairs. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall this place was great! Clean, comfortable, well appointed. Access to the pond was great for our 2 year old grandson. And it was not far from town and services/restaurants.Plenty of room for 6 adults and a toddler to hang out, but could use more seating in the living room - really only fits 5 adults and with renting for 8 it was not conducive to everyone.Sleeping: the twin beds are pretty useless for my 6 foot plus husband and sons. They are really only good for up to teenagers. 2 issues:No central air - the bedrooms have "portable" AC units and the bedrooms get cool (but loud). The rest of the house is really cooled with fans. It wasn't too bad while we were there, but the temperature was only in the high 70's to mid 80's. If it were those hot, humid 90 degree days, it might have been tough to be inside.Upon entering the bedroom over the garage there was an overwhelming smell of what we thought was gasoline which made it unusable. I called the host and honestly they weren't that helpful - told me to call the fire department. Finally came out with something to test for gas and said there was none, but really did nothing to resolve the smell. We found canisters of something we think is used to prevent mold due to the humidity and removed them. It got better but was still a bit musty. I would not rent with the intention of using that room unless those are removed ahead of time.2 suggestions:Need a better vacuum cleaner and a drain board for dishes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Ugly Ducking on Schoolhouse Pond

Upon arrival you realize this is an investment property vs a personal vacation home. Exterior and landscaping are not maintained to expectations for the area. The pond is lovely; clear and clean, which we used daily for swimming and paddle boarding. There are 68 steps from the backyard to the water. The interior is vintage 80s throughout with minimal updates which is reflected in the listing pictures. Be aware that the air conditioning is portable units in each room which are poorly connected to the casement windows with duct tape, allowing insects into the rooms. The units are too loud to operate overnight. All of the bathroom doors in the main house and the primary bedroom door on the first floor do not close and latch! This is an issue for privacy and comfort. We stay at vacation homes 1-2 weeks each summer on the lower Cape. This rental overall didn’t meet our expectations for the area. There is a strict 9am checkout. A Del Mar representative was on our back deck at 8:20am on checkout day!?!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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