🌊The Ocean Cottage on Thumpertown Beach

Brought to you by the Heart of Cape Cod, this cozy Thumpertown Beach cottage is your perfect seasonal retreat—just a 4-minute stroll to the bay’s sandy shores and endless low-tide flats. Relax in the hammock, grill under the stars, or play a game of bocce in the yard. With a full kitchen, sunny porch, outdoor shower, and classic Cape charm, it’s an ideal escape for small families or friends seeking seaside simplicity and joy.

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Thumpertown is a bayside beach. Close to freshwater ponds, Cape Cod Rail Trail (bike trail), Arnolds, Coast Guard and Nauset Light beach, Salt Pond Visitors Center, Eastham Windmill, and First Encounter beach.

Brought to you by the Heart of Cape Cod, our Thumpertown Beach cottage is your quintessential Cape Cod escape just steps from the sandy shores of Thumpertown Beach. Less than a 4 minute walk brings you to the bay at low tide, where endless flats stretch toward the horizon, sunsets set the water aglow, and salty breezes carry the day’s cares away. This cozy two bedroom cottage combines classic Cape charm with comfortable living — the perfect seasonal retreat for small families or friends who want to experience seaside simplicity and joy.

From the moment you arrive, the rhythm of the coast unfolds before you. Wander down to the beach for sandy toes, splash around the flats at low tide, or simply relax in the sun while the kids explore nearby tidal pools. Back at the cottage, friendly games of bocce, Cornhole, or Kan Jam fill the yard with laughter while you grill fresh seafood and enjoy a picnic under the open sky. As the sun dips low, a stroll down to the water to toast the golden hues reflecting off the bay promise another perfect seaside memory.

Inside, the full kitchen is ready for everything from quick breakfasts before beach walks to hearty dinners after long days in the sun. The sun porch with all its windows serves as a cozy place to curl up and watch a favorite movie on the streaming TV, or linger at the dining table for card games and stories that stretch into the evening.

Sleeping Arrangements
• 1 Full bed — comfortable and cozy, perfect for adults
• 1 Bunk bed —great for kids
• 1 Day Bed Trundle — twin sized pull out (best for children or smaller guests)

Bathrooms
• 1 Full bathroom — small, clean, and convenient with shower
• Large outdoor shower — seasonal and refreshing after beach play

Outdoor Highlights
• Less than a 4 minute stroll to Thumpertown Beach — iconic sunsets and sandy strolls
• Bocce court, Pick-Your-Own Garden, and fruit trees
• Gas grill & charcoal grill — classic Cape cookouts
• Hammock and patio seating — perfect for lazy afternoons or stargazing nights
• Yard space for barefoot play and sunset picnics

Indoor Amenities
• Fully equipped kitchen — everything you need for simple meals or fresh seafood feasts
• Coffee bar with drip coffee maker, French press, kettle, and complimentary regular and decaf coffee plus teas
• Streaming TV in the living room for cozy movie nights
• Strong WiFi throughout
• AC,Heat, and ceiling fans for comfort in every season

Comfort & Essentials
• Luxurious linens, duvets, and Turkish towel sets with charcoal infused bamboo washcloths
• Beach towels provided during summer months
• Eco friendly bath amenities — sulfate free shampoo, conditioner, and body wash without phosphates or microbeads
• Award winning custom digital house manual with hand picked local recommendations
• Minimum booking age: 25
• Strictly pet free — no animals allowed due to allergy risk

Location Perks
• Thumpertown Beach at the end of your road — your daily bay getaway
• Close to the Cape Cod Rail Trail for scenic bike rides
• Quick access to kettle ponds, ocean beaches at the National Seashore, local eateries, and shops
• Central Eastham location — walkable, peaceful, and scenic

Extras Available
• Baby/toddler gear for rent — Pack n Plays, high chairs, strollers, and more (details provided after booking)
• Vacation add ons such as Beach Cabanas, Farm Fresh Eggs, Early Check Ins / Later Check Outs (seasonal/if available), Romance Packages, Tours, and more — full details provided after booking

Booking Notes
• Because plans can change like the tides, we always recommend purchasing travel insurance for peace of mind.
• For Airbnb: We only set two things — a fair nightly rate and a cleaning fee based on what our professional team charges to reset the home. Airbnb adds its own platform service fee and collects local/state taxes separately. These are not set or received by us.



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