Serene Waterfront Cottage, Private Dock, Walk to Beach, Golf, Ferry, Cafe & Shop

Barnstable, Massachusetts
$707 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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This classic waterfront cape cottage on Simmons Pond offers a private dock with direct access to Simmons Pond. The backyard is a wildlife santuary where seagulls, eagles, swan (yes swan!) call it home. It is ideally situated less than one mile from beaches and a short 5-minute drive to Hyannis Village. Perfect for you and your family to create memories year round! Come enjoy all things Cape offers or retreat at our serene backyard surrounded by birds chirping! Welcome to your new found treasure on the Cape!

THE LOCATION
Our home might feel secluded, but it’s just a 4-minute drive from downtown Hyannis. Hit the shops, cafes, or grab tables at a local restaurant. Head to Fresh Ketch for classic seafood dishes, or dine out at laid-back Beech Tree Cantina where American and Mexican cuisine feature alongside a huge tequila menu.

You’re also just 1 mile away from Fortes Beach, and a 5-minute drive from Craigville and Keyes Beach. After lazy days beside the ocean, find your seafaring legs and explore Hyannis Harbor and Lewis Bay on a cruise with Bay Spirit Tours - an 8-minute drive from home.

THE SPACE

The breathtaking waterview on this 0.42 acre lot is a tranquil haven for this 4 bed 3 full bath charming home. Nestled in the privacy of trees, enjoy the tranquil backyard including outdoor shower, and immerse yourself in stunning Simmons Pond from your dock (great for small boat!).

Our house is clean and well-maintained with hardwood floors throughout. The screened-in porch is a relaxing place with stunning pond view to hang out with extra dining capacity.

The homey living room features polished hardwood floors throughout. A comfy love seat and couch offer seating for 6, and there’s a 40” TV with cable for your evening entertainment.

A bright dining area offering seating for six to night. Adjacent, a well-equipped kitchen features granite countertops, all-white cabinetry, and a range of appliances including an electric range, microwave and dishwasher.

Off the kitchen, a cute guest bedroom is furnished with two twin beds and floral pattern comforters. Down the hall, a shared bathroom has a walk-in shower.

Head upstairs to find the remaining 3 bedrooms. The 3rd bedroom has a queen bed and large windows overlooking the pond. Just next door, a light-filled 4th bedroom features two twin beds.

Both bedrooms share a bathroom with a shower/tub combo.

At the end of the hallway, the large master bedroom has its own sitting area with sofa, perfect for extra sleeping or as a quiet chill-out space! The motorized sit/stand desk overlooking the pond makes it a great place for remote work and study. Snooze comfortably in a king bed and get ready for the day in an en suite bathroom with a standing shower.

A big screened-in porch (off the dining area) offers a fantastic spot for groups meals. A pair of dining tables offer plenty of space to spread out and there’s extra bench seating to chat and relax throughout the day.

Outdoors, a deck with a grilling area leads down to a sprawling backyard, which sits directly on Simmonds Pond. Enjoy 160' of water frontage on this huge freshwater pond. Spend days kayaking, sailing, swimming, or fishing from your private dock. We are close to multiple well-known ocean beaches.

** Guests swimming in the pond is not recommended (no life guard). Pond is perfect for kayaking, canoeing, fishing and dog swimming **

Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, AC, gas fireplace, first floor laundry, smart TV, screened porch, deck with gas grill, and parking for three cars in the driveway. Bed linens and towels are provided. Beach towels and beach gears are provided as a courtesy to our guests.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 1613 Sq Ft (150 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Fitness Facilities Nearby Golfing On Site Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Whale Watching Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Sea Next To A Golf Course On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Visual Alarms In Hallways

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Joseph

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    Enclosed back porch, privacy in back yard with large trees surrounding it and pond with dock. Chairs and fire pit also.

  • Amy R.

    Submitted May 25, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    The house was super clean. The house had that beach feel to it. The kitchen and bathroom had everything you would need. Location was great, by Main Street and Cruise Line. Lucy was right there through the beginning of renting to leaving the rental property. She answered all my question in a timely fashion, even had a few suggestions for me.

  • Kenneth C.

    Submitted May 21, 2026

    Stayed May 19, 2026

    Host was very responsive and house was very well taken care of.

  • Leslie H.

    Submitted May 18, 2026

    Stayed May 15, 2026

    The house was spotless when we arrived. It looked just like it was listed, if not better. Communication was great. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked. We all loved the screened in porch. There was everything you need for a wonderful stay. Kid friendly. We can't wait to go back!

  • GRACE T.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Warm and cozy home away from home! Beaches and restaurants are plentiful and nearby! Charming decor throughout the spacious house! Long dining table and other furniture out on the screened porch offer beautiful views of the bird-filled woods and Simmons Pond! Laps around the pond in the provided canoe offer chances for fishing and foliage filming in a peaceful setting. We enjoyed our time here immensely!

  • mark m.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Great place close to everything very convenient to have 3 full baths for a group of six. Back porch overlooking pond is a great hang. We even saw an Osprey!

  • Lynette B.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Sep 16, 2025

    Outstanding opportunity!

  • Lisa F.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    The property was on a pond so it had a nice view. The large screened - in porch was another attraction that we enjoyed. It was centrally located; close to the beach and the house itself was very comfortable.

  • CINDY M.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    We had a nice short stay. House was super comfortable, clean, and well equipped.Sunroom was very comfortable to hang out.Communication with Lucy was very good. She was quick to answer questions.We love the fact it was very convenient and close to get an uber to take the ferry to Nantucket without having to plan an extra hour to go to ferry and deal with the uncertainty of finding parking by the ferry parking.House is close to Hyannis downtown. However It was a bit of a ride to go to other towns.

  • Danie P.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    We had a great time at the pond house! The house was spacious, comfortable, and close to downtown. House rules and check-out rules were straightforward. Lucy was communicative and prompt with responding to questions.

  • Kathleen R.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    Communications with the owner were so easy and quick. The house was just as advertised and the screened in porch was the best part. Hanging out and eating a meal on the porch while looking at the pond and listening to the wildlife was wonderful.

  • Julie Y.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Lucy sent us a message that we could check in early and gave us lots of good recommendations for things to do. The house was very well appointed with everything we needed and we absolutely loved the view from patio deck. We were sure to have all of our meals outside. Kids loved fishing on the pond from the canoe. We would love to come back someday. Thank you Lucy and Mike!

  • Glenn Q.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    Our family booked this house as a way to spend some time together and relax. Most of us had experienced the area previously but we had some who had never even seen the ocean, let alone Cape Cod. We were not disappointed in this lovely home. Enough room for all and bathrooms to keep us content. The back porch was a wonderful gathering point for our games and conversations. Lucy was quick to respond with any question that came up and even threw in a couple ideas of what to do in the area. This could easily be a regular spot for us. We also appreciated being able to bring our well-behaved dog. We’ve stayed in over a dozen rental homes and this home has the most provisions of any of them. Toys for the kiddos, games, kitchen supplies, bedding, YOU NAME IT, THEY HAVE IT. This gets 11 out of 10 stars from us. Also, the quick access to the main areas of town, without being right in the center of all the noise, was a bonus.

  • L E.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    This house is lovely. Family of 6 and had plenty of space. Kitchen has everything you need for cooking including all kinds of spices. The screened deck was superb. Lots of seating and the view of the pond is really nice and relaxing. We had coffee in the morning and dinners at night out on the deck. We used the canoe and did some fishing and everyone caught a fish. Location was very convenient. House was very clean and comfortable. Owner was so kind and very communicative! Gave us all the info about what was going on in the area. Would definitely stay here again! Highly recommend.

  • Kristin M.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    This was exactly as advertised. The pond was beautiful and the screened porch in the back was perfect. The location was very convenient to everywhere we wanted to go and the street was nice and quiet. We loved going out on the pond in the canoe as well. And the kitchen was one of the best-stocked kitchens we've seen!

  • Nick A.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    Wonderful lake front property in a perfect location in town. Quick drive to many stores, restaurants, and attractions. House has everything you need to cook or grill. Attentive and caring hosts. Would rent again!

  • Jennifer B.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    Loved staying in this great hidden away gem. Location both on the pond and within the Cape were great! This is by far the most well equipped home of which I’ve ever stayed. Lucy not only had any pot, pan, container, utensil etc etc you could ever need but was even nice enough to have coffee available. The kids loved the horse shoes and darts and we all loved the screened in deck. If we come back to the area we will definitely stay here again!

  • Nancy M.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    This house is very cozy and well equipped. We visited with our family of 6 adults. A bed for everyone and three bathrooms - wonderful. We loved the screened in porch that included lots of seating and a dart board! The location of the house is great. Close to the beach and close to town. The owner was very responsive to questions and proactive with info.

  • michelle s.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    Beautiful property, great location.

  • Eileen D.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 4, 2025

    The house was perfect for a family with a nice, private yard on the pond in a quiet neighborhood close to town and the beach. The hosts were very responsive and welcoming! We all enjoyed our stay!

  • Ahlam A.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Beautiful home and responsive host!

  • Kenneth C.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 20, 2025

    House had everything we needed. Comfortable and cozy.

  • Paul L.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    A group of my high school friends and I golf in the Cape every year just after Mother’s Day.We thoroughly enjoyed our accommodations this year. It was amazing sitting out each morning by the pond with my coffee enjoying the sounds of nature.Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home.Paul

  • Kimberly D.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 25, 2024

    The property is just fantastic!!! Beautiful, clean, the deck is amazing and the dock to drop a fishing line from is perfect. The location is amazing and close to anything you want to do!! The host was fantastic answering quickly to any questions we had!! Can’t wait to come back

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