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

Top rated by guests
cottage with brick patio and outdoor shower
Full kitchen with stove, dishwasher, microwave, and washer and dryer.
Genuine Cape Cod Cottage on Scargo Lake with a brick patio and outdoor shower.
Swim in the crystal clear waters of Scargo Lake
View of another larger house ID 121720 available for rent on the same 2 acres.
review stars
10Outstanding
(19 Ratings)
"We enjoyed our visit to Dennis and our stay here. It was within walking distance to the beach and places to grab a bite to eat. "
Bruno M.
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10 / 10
Outstanding(19 Ratings)

Cottage in Dennis, MA

5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cottage rental

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.

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Dennis, MA


Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(19 Ratings)
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2025
It was fine. Spiders.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
We enjoyed our visit to Dennis and our stay here. It was within walking distance to the beach and places to grab a bite to eat.
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2025
A cottage of Cape Cod history on a clean, calm and peaceful lake. This property is one of two cottages on a large grassy expanse, where rabbits, birds and native summer sweet bushes dot the lawn. Updates have been made to the exterior and the inside has been well loved by the owner but maintained over the years. Renters will find a slightly rustic but very quaint experience. Dennis is a quiet town, centrally located on the Cape. We enjoyed kayaking and swimming on Scargo Lake, and being in close proximity to Bayside beaches. A 30-50 minute drive gets you to the national parks on the truly majestic National seashore and Provincetown, making day trips a breeze. The property owner is very friendly, kind and offered interesting details about the history of the area. Overall a great stay and fair pricing for the rental.
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2024
Nice little cottage. The owner was quick to respond to a minor problem. The lake is beautiful!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Charming 18th century cottage with its own beachfront on Scargo Lake near bay?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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