The Ocean Cottage on Thumpertown Beach

Eastham, Massachusetts
$311 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

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.

Communication with guests is important tous. Please be sure you have app notifications turned on for your phone as this will be our means of communicating with you before, during, and after your stay. Our digital guidebooks contain directions, instructions, and access information. It is your responsibility to review this information prior to arrival. I respect the autonomy of my guests and can easily be reached by facetime, email, text, carrier pigeon, smoke signal, or yodeling.

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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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 354 Sq Ft (33 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayak On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Mark C.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    Everything was as anticipated. Very quiet area, and close to the beach. We were very pleased with the property and the amenities were over and above what most others usually provide. Gracious and caring hosts.No photos because my camera takes very large images. Sorry...

  • Macrina H.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Lovely place, well-located, well-managed. Exceeded expectations. Nice.

  • ChristyO

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    I will keep coming to the Ocean Cottage for as long as it is a rental! Tara is my faithful and helpful buddy along the way, and she always ensures that my booking is smooth. Clean always, amenities are perfect, and it is the perfect Cape cottage.

  • Jeff P.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2023

    Stayed Sep 29, 2023

    We absolutely loved the place and the location right near Thumpertown Beach was perfect!

  • John J.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2023

    Stayed Aug 26, 2023

    Small/cozy old cottage that has been renovated into a 2 bedroom type cottage w/ 3 season porch that actss as a living room during the summer. AC was cold inside to help beat the summer humidity. Shared yard with 2 other propties owned by the same company, many fruit trees and places to explore through the yard but be aware you will be sharing with your hopefullly friendly neighbors while staying. Even wit the shared yard every property gets a piece of tranquility and privacy on their back decks and side yard areas. No outisde light on the deck as they don't want groups outside late keeping the others awake. With young kids not a problem as no one was up past 9pm. But the reason you book this place is for the proximity to Thumpertown beach. In about 2-3 mins you can walk from driveway to beach parking lot. Google low tide images of the beach and make sure to go during that low tide to experience it. That quick walk to the beach made it great for young kids incase the little ones dont want to stay too long. Overall nice place, close to the beach but small and not 100% privacy while on the property.

  • Jessica B.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2021

    Stayed Sep 3, 2021

    Great time, nice stay and awesome location.

  • Kenny P.

    Submitted Aug 15, 2021

    Stayed Aug 7, 2021

    Great

  • Helen K.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2021

    Stayed Jun 13, 2021

    We had a great stay and enjoyed the quiet, peaceful neighborhood with its own beach at the end of the street. Great location near to Cape Cod National Seashore and plenty of hiking and other beaches. We came in June the week before the season started and highly recommend this time -- many of the paid beaches were free and parking was more readily available. Would definitely stay again!

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$311+
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