Cottage by the sea in Woods Hole with private beach - near Falmouth & ferry
About this house rental
Located in Woods Hole, this lovely house for $465 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. South Cape Retreat Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Tucked atop a rolling lawn that leads down to the private beach, our sweet cottage offers you the chance to enjoy the ocean in privacy and comfort. Watch the waves roll in from the Adirondack chairs. When you’re ready to explore, our rental backs onto the 10-mile long Shining Sea Bikeway, which leads to some of Cape Cod’s most beloved destinations. Make the one-mile trek into the Woods Hole for locally sourced seafood at Quicks Hole Tavern followed by freshly brewed coffee and homemade pie at Pie in the Sky, or to catch the ferry into Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket. Woods Hole features world-renown Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, the Marine Biology Laboratory, the NOAA Fisheries Service, plus the US Coast Guard Station. To experience the country’s oldest marine aquarium, drive 7-minutes to the Woods Hole Science Aquarium. On your trip back, stop at Woods Hole Historical Museum for a diorama view of Woods Hole circa-1895 in an old captain’s home. Follow a private dirt road to our family cottage, park in the driveway and take a stone walkway across the lawn to our deck, where you’ll find seating for four for morning coffee and drinks overlooking the ocean. An additional upstairs deck offers even more views. Wander on down to have lunch at the picnic table or dip your toes in the water at the private beach. There’s an outdoor shower for washing off the sand once you’re ready to come back inside. From the deck, enter into the main gathering space. To your left is a sun-dappled living area with seating for seven on a bench and sofas. Turn on the 32” TV for evening relaxation. To your right, a dining area seats guests with views of the ocean. Just beyond is a completely updated kitchen with hardwood floors, new cabinets, a farmer’s double sink, and full-size appliances, including a refrigerator, dishwasher, stove/oven, and microwave. Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. This property requires a 7-night minimum stay from mid-June through mid-September. 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 tax number: C0084180960
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Map of Woods Hole, MA
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(32 Reviews)
5.0
From the minute we walked in the cottage we were struck with the quaintness and the cleanliness the cottage offered. This is truly a hidden gem, the decor and lay out are so cute. The cottage is small but she makes up for it in her own special personality. The cottage is extremely furnished from the kitchen to all the throw blankets. The picture window in the sun room was awesome for a few of the cold rainy days we experienced. The beach is nice but the weather was not favorable for much of it during our stay. We enjoyed the rooftop sitting covered in a blanket - due to the trees still having leaves we were unable to watch a full sun set. There are a lot of animals we enjoyed during our stay due to the woods across from us. We saw 2 different red fox, squirrels, chipmunks, lots of birds and a couple of rabbits. There we just 2 of us staying here the house could sleep 4 but I think unless 2 were kids the house would be tight. I really enjoyed it and highly recommend this cute cottage for a romantic get away. Another plus they let us check in early and offered a late check out which we didn’t need. I would give this a 10/10 😊
5.0
Little cottage on the beach
From the minute we walked in the cottage we were struck with the quaintness and the cleanliness the cottage offered. This is truly a hidden gem, the decor and lay out are so cute. The cottage is small but she makes up for it in her own special personality. The cottage is extremely furnished from the kitchen to all the throw blankets. The picture window in the sun room was awesome for a few of the cold rainy days we experienced. The beach is nice but the weather was not favorable for much of it during our stay. We enjoyed the rooftop sitting covered in a blanket - due to the trees still having leaves we were unable to watch a full sun set. There are a lot of animals we enjoyed during our stay due to the woods across from us. We saw 2 different red fox, squirrels, chipmunks, lots of birds and a couple of rabbits. There we just 2 of us staying here the house could sleep 4 but I think unless 2 were kids the house would be tight. I really enjoyed it and highly recommend this cute cottage for a romantic get away. Another plus they let us check in early and offered a late check out which we didn’t need. I would give this a 10/10 😊�
5.0
Nice little beach cottage with beautiful view!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The cottage was located in a fantastic spot between the Shining Sea Bikeway and a private beach. The views were so lovely, and the cottage was decorated very nicely. The space was mostly comfortable, although the single window AC unit had trouble keeping up on hot, humid days. It would have been nice to have a small dining table in the room with the picture window view of the ocean. The neighborhood was very quiet and well kept.
5.0
Love Small Olcottage!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A wonderful week. The cottage is small, with two connected bedrooms, so you'd want to be fairly friendly with anyone you rented with. But it's great for a small family, two twins in a room connected to a bedroom with a king. Nice walk-in shower and small dining area. Lovely small deck to eat at, and a rooftop patio accessible by an outside stairway. Also an outdoor shower. There's a path to the private beach, but it involves climbing over a small stone wall to access it,plenty of lawn space to sit on or play on, and it's a very short walk to a path to the bike path that runs into Woods Hole. Overall, a great place to spend a Cape Cod vacation!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A wonderful week. The cottage is small, with two connected bedrooms, so you'd want to be fairly friendly with anyone you rented with. But it's great for a small family, two twins in a room connected to a bedroom with a king. Nice walk-in shower and small dining area. Lovely small deck to eat at, and a rooftop patio accessible by an outside stairway. Also an outdoor shower. There's a path to the private beach, but it involves climbing over a small stone wall to access it,plenty of lawn space to sit on or play on, and it's a very short walk to a path to the bike path that runs into Woods Hole. Overall, a great place to spend a Cape Cod vacation!
5.0
This is a magical, charming cottage.
This was a wonderful escape for our family. We so enjoyed the setting of the Small Ol Cottage, looking out over the ocean at Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, hearing the ferry's sound their horns as the drove back and forth, watching the fishing boats dragging their nets after a day of fishing on the ocean, collecting sea glass on the beach. It was just magical. The cottage had everything we needed. We will definitely be back.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family of four had a fantastic time at this property over Memorial Day weekend. The house was clean and comfortable, and the beach and view were simply amazing. We also enjoyed the close proximity to the bike trail. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
5.0
Lovely Holiday Weekend
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family of four had a fantastic time at this property over Memorial Day weekend. The house was clean and comfortable, and the beach and view were simply amazing. We also enjoyed the close proximity to the bike trail. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
3.0
5* location - 3* island casual accomdations
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
bottom line I would stay there again but... there were some issues with accommodations. recently done renovations especially appliances corners were cut. fridge broke while we were there, dishwashers sounds like the door was going to fall off, washer and dryer recently replaced with used machine and old machine left behind by the shower and sliding screen door also not working. property manager was very responsive to concerns and was willing to come and fix or replace things on the Friday which was our last full day. asked them to wait until the Saturday when we were checked out which they did. I imagine that these issues were addressed before the next renter arrived. Deck (porch) to sip wine or enjoy meals on the deck facing ocean (furniture shown was not there and only place to eat outside was on the picnic table on uneven terrain). it would be nice if the owner provided some chaise lounges to enjoy the outdoors but only had old dated furnishing.
5.0
Woods Hole Cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The cottage was awesome. The location, the beach, the entire setting were all perfect. There were a few issues though. The biggest one was that the washer and dryer did not work upon our arrival. Secondly, there were ants and they liked the kitchen and any food that you might leave on the counter. Neither of these issues were deal breakers for us, although it sure would have been nice to have had a working washer and dryer because we had traveled light in reliance on their availability. In any event, we had a super time and really enjoyed the place. We would definitely book this cottage again.
5.0
LOVELY WOODS HOLE GETAWAY
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The cottage was SO CUTE! Sandwiched between very elegant homes, with stunning views and beaches! The home was quite clean and had all of the basics provided! A nearby walking/biking path was a perfect way to get into town, or just sightsee, as it went through a bird preserve as well. We could not have loved this trip more!
5.0
mammodoc
We could not have loved it more!! The view was amazing! The house was VERY clean on arrival! We had to stock up on some groceries, like salt and pepper, cooking spray...but everything else "basic" was there. It honestly was the exact type of getaway we were looking for...calm, relaxing, beautiful views! There is an amazing walking/bike path right behind the property where you can walk for HOURS and it was perfect!
5.0
Great Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was a great getaway for my wife and I! We enjoyed the Small Cottage with beautiful views of the sound and Martha's Vineyard. Walking access to Woods Hole and the Ferry! Very quiet and relaxing!
5.0
Lovely private cottage
I needed to come to the Cape for work. I traveled with my 1-year old and nanny. This was the perfect out-of-season spot. My son took his first steps here this week, clearly feeling safe and secure with his surroundings. The quiet atmosphere of this beautifully lit cottage was the perfect setting for day naps and quiet evenings. I loved coming back to this place after a day of working-to my baby and the beautiful, serene views this cottage offered us. Loved every minute of being here. Thanks for the memory!
5.0
Place to unplug, out of season!
I was looking for a very quiet place at the beginning of April, on the water in Woods Hole, where I could relax by myself for a couple of days, and unplug. The light-filled cottage on Fay Road was perfect. It had a feeling of what “old” Cape Cod had been like . . . I’ve been around long enough to know! Next door was a 1920s shingle-style house, with 10 bedrooms, that must have seen many generations enjoying Cape summers on the beach in the front yard. The dirt road into this private, out-of-the-way neighborhood, is a little rugged, but that insures privacy.
In the mornings, I sat at the rustic table in the dining area in the cottage, sometimes before dawn, sipping coffee, in front of the large picture window, looking out on Vineyard Sound, and Martha’s Vineyard, a short distance away. In the afternoons, I’d walk on the beach, or sit in an Adirondack chair, on the lawn slopping down to the beach, catching up on my reading. The cottage was immaculate, the kitchen, with a large window facing the beach, was well stocked with dishes and utensils. On a very windy, rainy day, with the sound of heavy surf and rain beating against the windows, I curled up on the couch in the living room, lazily listening to music, dozing, and reading. One note of caution: it is a high step-up into the bath tub, but there is a very convenient grab bar on the wall to hold on to.
Woods Hole is only a five-minute drive away, with its cozy coffee shops and good restaurants, and Main Street Falmouth, with lots of restaurants and shops, about 10 minutes. I’ll return here again for a private escape, out of season.
4.0
Gtreat place!
Small Cottage is a gem. A Frisbee's throw from the water with great views and bathing. The neighborhood is really fine. Both Wood's Hole and Falmouth are just a jump away with splendid dining opportunities. Hated to leave.
5.0
Beautiful location!
Perfect location! The view out the kitchen and bay window was amazing. It is located directly on the bike path which has access to Woods Hole and Falmouth. The beach was beautiful. We hope to be back to visit soon!
5.0
Small cottage- HUGE success!
We had a wonderful stay at Small Cottage! It is a true treasure. Surrounded by homes five times its size, this charming property is snuggled into one of the most enviable lots on Woods Hole. A yard for playing, a beach for strolling, a hammock for dreaming, and a bike path for adventuring... It's all we could have wanted. It was a weekend full of celebration and there seemed to be a buzz in the air. It was one of the last warm weekends before fall's cooler air set in, and Quicks Hole Taqueria was having an end of the season party complete with a band. The locals welcomed all to come say goodbye to the long, summer days with a toast and a promise to gather again next year. After singing along with the band and having a fantastic meal, we headed back to Small Cottage and were treated to a spectacular view of the super moon and eclipse. It's 33 years until that celestial event will happen again. I'm not sure we can even wait 33 days until we return to Small Cottage! It was the perfect backdrop for our family memories. Thank you again for sharing this treasure with us.
5.0
A Perfect Cape Cod Beach Cottage!
I can not say enough nice things about this cottage! We had the most amazing vacation here and didn't want to leave when it was over. The location is perfect for enjoying the beach while still being close to the adorable town of Woods Hole. Having the bike path so close was also a bonus. We rented bikes in Falmouth and really enjoyed riding into both Woods Hole and Falmouth for sightseeing. We rode the ferry to Martha's Vineyard which was also close and convenient to the house. The cottage was clean and contained plenty of towels, linens and kitchen cooking supplies. We had five adults and one toddler staying at the cottage, while it was a little tight for that number of people, we found it cozy and didn't mind at all! All in all, this was one of the best trips we have ever had and we look forward to returning again!
5.0
Perfect low-key family vacation
Beautiful view from this quaint small cottage in the perfect location. Rustic but comfortable place for our first visit to Cape Cod. The Shining Sea Bike Path was just steps from the home where we rode rented bikes every day--including biking to the ferry station for Martha's Vineyard, biking to the restaurants in Woods Hole, and also the town of Falmouth. Dad and daughter enjoyed fishing from the big rocks on the beach. Accomodations perfect for up to 4 people comfortably; we had 2 adults and 3 children--one a teenager, so a little tight on space, but manageable. The grassy yard on the side and in the back was a wonderful place for the kids to run around and decompress after a day's full of activities in town. We also tried the Adventure Park in Sandwich which the kids aged 7 through 14 loved! The adults even had a good time, although sore for the next two days! If venturing out to Sandwich, make sure to stop by "Ice Cream Sandwich" shop on the way back--best real homemade ice cream in multiple flavors we've had hands down, and we are self proclaimed ice cream conoisseurs. They even have lobster rolls, which were amazing and far better than the lobster rolls we had in town at Falmouth and Woods Hole. Thank you to the owners of Small Cottage in making our first Cape Cod visit a dream!
5.0
Perfect romantic getaway!
Small cottage is a beautiful place to vacation. I rented the beach house for my tenth wedding anniversary and it really is an adorable home in the perfect location. It was so relaxing to sit on the shore, enjoy our morning coffee and watch the ferries traveling to Martha's Vineyard. There's a bike path nearby, so we rode our bikes practically everywhere. We were so happy to find a place that was quiet and private but close to restaurants, shopping and things to do.
5.0
Amazing cottage vacation!!!
It's very rare that that the reality of a thing is better than what you imagine, but the
little cottage certainly was. We walked the beautiful private beach at sunrise and later in
the evening so beautiful. The fireplace was perfect for toasting marshmallows and the
television was available for the ones who wanted it. We were a group of four women
and amazingly we ALL enjoyed our stay and want to return. Lots of sightseeing available for those who need to keep moving and the local people are helpful and friendly. The
history of the property is amazing for those who like history.
5.0
You will never want to leave...
This cottage is practically perfect - like living in a postcard - the setting is unbelievable and it is beautifully maintained and well equipped for cooking. We were lucky to have four gorgeous October days to enjoy it.
It was lovely and cozy for two of us but might feel a bit too cozy for 4-6 people if the weather were not perfect and you were all indoors. There is an alarmingly large TV in the living room, but we really enjoyed watching our DVDs on it in the evenings (there are four remotes, and an elaborate system, but no instructions - we figured it out after a lot of trial and error attempts).
We LOVED this place and hope to come back next fall.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Woods Hole?
The average price for a rental in Woods Hole is $497 per night. This rental is $32 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cottage by the sea in Woods Hole with private beach - near Falmouth & ferry. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Cottage by the sea in Woods Hole with private beach - near Falmouth & ferry pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Cottage by the sea in Woods Hole with private beach - near Falmouth & ferry?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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