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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
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Overview of Historical home built in 1680 with modern convenience & original charm

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8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • Lake viewLake viewLake view

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Sandwich, MA
  • Popular LocationSandwich Glass Museum4 min walk
  • Popular LocationSandwich Boardwalk4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHeritage Museums and Gardens4 min drive
  • AirportFalmouth, MA (FMH-Otis Air National Guard Base)25 min drive

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About the area

Sandwich

Seaside stay .Steps from the vacation home, you'll find Thornton W. Burgess Museum and Hoxie House. Sandwich Town Hall and Historic Sandwich Village are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Sandwich Town Hall - 4 min walk
  • Sandwich Glass Museum - 4 min walk
  • Cape Cod Canal Visitor Center - 3 min drive
  • Sandwich Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Heritage Museums and Gardens - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 15 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Fishermen's View - 3 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive
  • Pilot House - 3 min drive
  • Tree House Brewing - 4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historical home built in 1680 with modern convenience & original charm

Water Street Retreat

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Step back through time with a stay at this charming cedar shake home, first built in 1680 - yes, 1680. Guests can expect modern convenience in the full kitchen and updated bathroom, right alongside characterful details such as sloped hardwood floors, an old-style, “good morning” staircase, low ceilings, antique accents, and artwork painted by the owner herself adorning the walls.

In the kitchen, the chef will find stainless steel appliances perfectly complement the butcher block countertops and exposed beams, and the formal, sun-filled dining room offers the perfect spot for a home-cooked meal. Spend time together in the living room streaming the latest release on TV, playing a board game, or reading a good book courtesy of the on-hand library. Use the free WiFi and desk in the sunny study to complete any remote work or grab a quick catnap on the daybed. When it’s time to venture out, the home is a quick walk to central Sandwich shopping, dining, and amenities. Town Neck Beach is a little over a mile away, with other attractions like golf, nature reserves, museums, farm stands, and the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard an easy drive.

At the end of the day, you’ll find two charming bedrooms at the top of the stairs, each featuring painted and stenciled hardwood floors and a view of Shawme Lake from the window nook. Memories have been made in this delightful home since 1680 - it’s time to add yours to the bunch.

THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming services are available with guests’ personal accounts.
The owner lives onsite and her vehicle will be present as well.
Detached garage in the back of the property is not for guest use. This is the owner’s art studio.
The pond is great for kayaking, boating, and fishing. You must bring your own equipment.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

State/province permit number: C0418132610

State/province tax number: C0418132610

Property manager

Vacasa of Massachusetts

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Whale watching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1748 sq ft (162 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Property Registration Number C0418132610

Property is also known as

96382

Historical home built in 1680 with modern convenience & original charm Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming home for certain age groups
Margaret was lovely and it was clean, cool enough in the summer, plenty of hot water for showers with lovely private green space to eat outside. The rooms were spacious with lots of natural light and a good location for the village. The locking system was tricky and the deadbolt on the other back door needs to be fixed. A kitchen trash can would be helpful as would a house number you could read from the street. The back door is short so taller folks need to duck. The home would not work for a young family nor older folks as the stairs to two of the bedrooms are very tricky, we left our suitcases on the first floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape cod vacay
Great experience. The house and surrounding gardens were both immaculate and welcoming. Beautiful historical house with modern kitchen and bathroom. We were fortunate enough to meet the host who was welcoming and great to visit with.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Urs B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Históric place
It was really nice!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023