Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts
The location and vibe of this home will provide a restorative and memorable vacation spot. This classic craftsman cottage will surround you with natural wood, lots of natural light/breezes, and timeless coastal charm. This home is situated in a quiet historic neighborhood steps from the beaches, a working marina, boat launch, and a short walk to a quaint downtown with good restaurants, public parks, town activities like live music, town dock with fishing/canal cruise options.
Located minutes from Cape Cod, ferries to the islands, historical sites, and scenic drives, this house is just 1 hour from Boston. Wareham/Buzzard’s Bay is served by regional bus (year-round) and train service (summer season only). Bike/Boat rental companies are plentiful in the area for any equipment you may need for your stay.
This tidy and compact house provides everything for a comfortable stay, and enough room for a great family vacation. The house supports all season use, with great heating, ceiling fans, and great through breezes. There is high-speed wifi, on-site gas grill and washer/dryer available for use. Outdoor shower, firepit, table and chairs, as well as a storage garage with securing lock.
Please note: at this time there is not air conditioning in the house, and the fireplace is inaccessible to guests. The house is set up for ‘bring your own linens,’ but on site linens are available upon request. This is a classic summer cottage and the walls are thin, in their vintage original construction. The house works great for family and close friends.
*As this is a quiet neighborhood, there can be no parties, or loud music, and guests are limited to the parking spaces in the driveway.*
*a more detailed welcome guide will be emailed before your visit*
LOCATION: The village of Onset, and regional attraction Onset beach, is a delightful town at the top of Buzzard’s Bay, on Onset Bay. The town is full of restaurants/bars and small boutique hotels, and full of historic charm, only a 15 minute walk from the house. Onset is within the Town of Wareham which boasts oyster farms, cranberry bogs, and other major attractions such as golf courses, shopping (antiques to Target), and heritage sites.
The house is in a quiet residential neighborhood, adjacent to a marina, and has two neighborhood beaches within 3-5 minute walks, and Onset beach can be walked to within 15 minutes. Other regional beaches, state parks with delightful forest and bay trails, and waterfront attractions abound. A 25 minute drive to ferries to the Islands–either Woods Hole or New Bedford, as well as historical sights from New Bedford’s whaling port to Plymouth’s first settlement, and Sandwich. Cranberry bogs, fresh oyster farms, and seafood abound.
Easily accessible from Boston via I-495 /Route 25 and Route 28, and Route 6 and I-195 from New Bedford and points southwest.
Anne is such a lovely, responsive host and makes it very easy to know how her house works and what's available in the surrounding area. We loved the little beach right around the corner; perfect for little ones. The other beaches are also very close by and the house makes for a great hang out too. We want to come back!
The screened in porch was an amazing place to have our morning coffee and end our day. Easy drives to many great beaches. Anne was very communicative and very helpful.
Very cute property, good location and easy communication with the host. I recommend.
Great little house fully stocked and clean
Little Edie was the most perfect and relaxing base to access points north to Boston, South Shore Massachusetts, the islands, the Cape, and southern New England. It's warm and unique wood interior makes for a charming and cozy stay. My husband and I were joined by two other couples (all family) who stayed with us and we were quite comfortable at Little Edie's -- which was the perfect location to be and off the beaten track of the heavily touristed and busy Cape Cod region. We spent our time exploring Onset Village and the local beaches that were all minutes away walking (Nanumett and Point Independence) or by car. The provided beach towels, chairs (2), and wagon made transporting everything great. We cooked in some nights using the outdoor grill and visited local places like Ella's and Scarlet Rose Bistro for nice dinners out. The breeze was amazing and was what made our stay at Little Edie super relaxing. We basically lived on the front porch. Even in July, with ample fans and the windows open, not having air conditioning was not an issue. While the bathrooms are on the small side, the outdoor shower was an added bonus. The working marina across the street just adds to the character of the neighborhood and feel of being right on the water. The neighborhood is super walkable and we enjoyed morning and evening walks to the neighborhood beach (Nanumett) for sunset. We highly recommend Little Edie for a unique and relaxing Cape experience!
The owner was very helpful and responded nicely to all my questions - even ones that I already had information (trash collection) about. Appreciated. Loved the bedrooms and a very comfortable living room. Note that the stairs to the second floor are quite steep and the toilets can be a bit tight for a large person. None of us are large though and we definately appreciated that there was a toilet on each floor. Also grateful for the washer & dryer. The front closed-in patio was great and we ate breakfast there every morning. Screens on the windows for good cross ventilation. Walking distance to mostly everything in town if you like walking. Onset is a very quaint town and the house is in a nice, quiet residential area. Some days were hot but there were definately enough fans to keep us comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
The house was very clean, and we loved the location.
Little Edie is the name given to this quaint seaside cottage. Located in a beach community just a short walk from the village of Onset and the beaches. The cottage is very well appointed and was super clean upon arrival. The cottage appears to be newly renovated and is tastefully decorated. We really felt as if we were staying at the beach for the weekend. The neighborhood is quiet and inviting. The village has a number of decent bars/restaurants to visit. Onset is easy to get to and minutes from the Bourne Bridge to get onto Cape Cod. Thanks for having us!
1. House is beautiful - wood floors, wood throughout, spacious front porch, kitchen nicely appointed 2. No a/c, but because weather was wonderful we opened the windows (with screens), and let the cool air flow through the house. Slept great! 3. Bathrooms are small. A large person would have difficulty utilizing the toilet. Shower nozzle is about 5.5 feet high. 4. Stairs to the upstairs are narrow and steep. We didn't have any trouble negotiating them, but its something to consider. 5. The house is a block from a street that dead-ends into the bay. But, because its adjacent to a marina, its not picturesque (i.e., boats everywhere). 6. The house is in a neighborhood that includes the marina. A large marina storage lot can be seen from the house. BUT, its not really a visual issue, and the sound that comes from the marina is minimal. 7. The owner and property manager were very nice and helpful. They provided a beach bag, complete with towels and a blanket, and beach chairs. Its a small amenity, but nice, nonetheless. 8. Overall, the stay was great. Try Cup2Cafe for coffee. Go bike riding on the Cape Code Canal. Have fun!
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