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Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Sun-loungers, beach towels
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dennis, MA
  • Cape Cod Museum of Art
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Corporation Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mayflower Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Dennis

At this cottage you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Playhouse. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and a hairdryer are also available.

What's nearby

  • Cape Playhouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Cod Museum of Art - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Corporation Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Scargo Tower - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Mayflower Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost Dog Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jason's Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sesuit Harbor Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grumpy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Oliver's & Planck's Tavern - ‬3 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.

Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay

This 18th century rustic Cape Cod cottage is on almost 2 secluded acres and has a 200-foot lakefront with beach, boathouse with a bar, kayak, canoe, and Hobie Wave catamaran right on Scargo Lake. With its own swimming and boating beach on freshwater Scargo Lake, the setting alone promises a memorable vacation. You can in the same day swim in the salt waters of Cape Cod Bay and in the pristine water of Scargo Lake and still find time to sail around the lake and feed the ducks and swans. Just glance at the review below to see why people love to vacation here and often return. Click below on 'More Details' for an elaborated description of the cottage and the Dennis Village area.


The cottage has a full kitchen, an air-conditioned living/dining room, and two air-conditioned bedrooms upstairs. The cottage sleeps six with a queen bed in one bedroom, and a full bed in the second bedroom. A queen or single air bed can be used downstairs in the living room. All floors are hardwood. Cable TV and WiFi are provided. The cottage has a washer & dryer, dishwasher, full stove with oven, and propane heat for off-season vacations. In addition to a just-renovated bathroom, the cottage has its own outdoor shower with hot and cold water. The boathouse has a bar with bar stools and open area facing the lake. The 200' lakefront is ideal for outdoor dining. At the lakefront is a fire pit where families can gather, make music, watch the moonlight over Scargo Lake, and cook around the fire.

Glacial Scargo Lake is famous on Cape Cod for being both serene and clean. Only sailboats, canoes, etc. are allowed. The lakefront is so quiet that one can often hear the beachgoers playing at the public beach on the other side of the lake, half a mile away. Cape Cod Bay beaches (Howes and Corporation) are a 15-20 minute walk from the cottage (or a 2 minute drive), so one can swim in the bay and rinse off in Scargo Lake’s crystal clear water. Famous Mayflower beach is less than 5 minutes drive away. The lakefront has 3 entrances into the water for swimming, one a sandy beach that is great for children as it is shallow for a considerable distance before the water deepens. The lake is also excellent for sailing, canoeing or kayaking and tenants may use the Hobie Wave Catamaran sailboat, kayak, or canoe (life jackets in the boathouse-mandatory). Bass and trout fishing, including fly-fishing and ice fishing, make the lake a year-round fishing paradise.
Please call the owner if you are interested. The owner requires that there be a phone conversation before there is any rental agreement.

The cottage is located off 6A in Dennis Village, a village unchanged since the 1950s. Although set back from the road and secluded by vegetation, the cottage is easily within walking distance of the village. The property is a short walk (5-15 minutes) from the Cape Playhouse (world famous off-Broadway theater), Cape Cinema ('art' films, not commercial fare) Cape Cod Art Museum (well worth a visit, Cape artists), local restaurants (many excellent, some exceptional) and the center of town (a gazebo). A large shopping mall is a ten-minute drive to Patriot Square. The area also has great hiking and biking trails. The review that follows below confirms that people love to vacation at the cottage on Scargo Lake, as will you.
There is a second, three-bedroom house for rent on the same two-acre property listed on the same website as
ID 121720. Both houses may be rented at the same time
for families with a larger group of extended family members or friends.

Property manager

Verity Bostick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pet fee is $50 to $100 per dog per stay

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site 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 all accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0070520750

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay?

Yep, Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay is a short 12-minute walk from Cape Cod Beaches. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Does Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay?

No, Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
Nice little cottage. The owner was quick to respond to a minor problem. The lake is beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on Scargo Lake
The lake is so beautiful and peaceful. Great location, near lots of good restaurants and places. Verity, the host, communicated well. A lovely place to stay on Cape Cod on a freshwater pond.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W., Los Angeles, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay on the Cape!
From the moment we arrived we felt at ease. The location is perfect for a vacation on Cape Cod. We were so close to several beaches and our family really enjoyed the Mayflower beach both after 5 pm and during the day. The lake access was a blast for our kids as well. The property was well maintained and we couldn’t believe all of the space we had to relax. Overall Verity was a wonderful host. She was easily accessible and had helpful ideas on how to enjoy the stay. We would love to return to the property and can highly recommend it to anyone. Thank you for a great family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape Cod trip
Perfect location for us, very close to ocean, Dennis stores, other family. Lovely location on Scargo lake. Our host was vey helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. It was wonderful we had A/C since it was a very hot week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcella H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet and cozy on Scargo Lake
The house shares the property with another place with full access to Scargo Lake at one end and lots of lawn near 6A. We found the place clean and inviting and the bedrooms cozy and comfortable. The kitchen was small but adequate for our needs. Great location in Dennis, would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace G., Staten Island

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location
We enjoyed our 2 week stay on Scargo Lake. We especially enjoyed the quietness and privacy of the house and location. Easy to walk around town and wonderful restaurants so close. Having a beautiful sandy bottom lake in your backyard was definitely a plus, we swam every day for hours. In the evening we watched the duck family swim by. We even caught a fish. No need to go to the beach although they are close by. We made lovely meals as well. Verity was a very attentive host. The beds were very comfortable. Would definitely return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Cute cottage, great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A Very Special Place
Thank you very much for a delightful stay. An ideal location with all the amenities of home. The owner was extremely tentative to ensuring we were acclimated to the property and features. Would not hesitate in recommending this wonderful vacation spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017