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Charming cottage tucked away in the woods, convenient to ponds, town, ocean

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A view of the cottage from the two car parking area.
Another view of the cottage.
Deck view:  grill, dining table with umbrella and Adirondack chairs.
Cottage deck showing the view of Fox Island Marsh.
View of bird feeders from the deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4648 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Wellfleet, MA
  • Indian Neck Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Cahoon Hollow Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Marconi Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage tucked away in the woods, convenient to ponds, town, ocean

This 2-bedroom cottage is nestled on a wooded hillside overlooking a salt marsh in the Indian Neck area of Wellfleet. Wildlife abounds around the cottage, with regular sightings of rabbits, foxes, turtles, wild turkeys, and many types of songbirds. There are several other small cottages nearby on the hillside.

There is a large deck with a dining table that seats six, four Adirondack chairs, and a gas grill, as well as a fully-enclosed outdoor shower with hot water.

The open-plan living space has two sets of sliding doors that open up onto the deck, providing ample natural light. There is a small but well-equipped kitchen, renovated in winter 2023. Appliances include a full-size refrigerator, electric range, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender and food processor. In the kitchen, you'll also find an AquaTru countertop reverse osmosis drinking water system that provides ultra clean water for drinking and cooking. A counter height table with seating for four is between the kitchen and living area. Two additional chairs are in the hallway closet.

The comfortable living area adjacent to the kitchen has a spacious sofa and two armchairs, along with a TV equipped with basic cable and a Roku device to connect your preferred streaming services. Three skylights in kitchen/living area provide extra light and open up to help cool the house throughout the day (there is air conditioning too!). Behind the cottage you’ll find an extra-large hammock surrounded by towering pitch pines.

The house has mini-split AC/heat units in each bedroom and in the main room to keep you comfortable on particularly hot or cold days. New luxury vinyl plank flooring installed in bedrooms in 2022; Pella sliding patio doors installed spring 2023.

Lastly, we're attentive, easy-to-reach owners and focused on ensuring that you'll enjoy a stay at our lovely little cottage. We're sure you will fall in love with the Indian Neck area of Wellfleet.


Property manager

Heather Halliwell

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Wellfleet

Located in Indian Neck Heights, a neighbourhood in Wellfleet, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Commercial Street is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod National Seashore and Cape Cod Beaches. Jobi Pottery and Arnold's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wellfleet, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Indian Neck Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Cod National Seashore - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cahoon Hollow Beach - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Marconi Beach - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mac's Market & Kitchen Eastham - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪PB Boulangerie Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Barn Pizza & More - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hole In One Bakery & Coffee Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Seafood Wellfleet Pier - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage tucked away in the woods, convenient to ponds, town, ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage tucked away in the woods, convenient to ponds, town, ocean ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage tucked away in the woods, convenient to ponds, town, ocean ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage tucked away in the woods, convenient to ponds, town, ocean located?

Located in Indian Neck Heights, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Cod Beaches, Indian Neck Beach and Indian Neck Beach. Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater and Cape Cod National Seashore are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage, with beautiful walks to marsh and beach

Very tidy 2 BR cottage with 10 minute walk to bay beach and right on a marsh. Great for bird watchers and beach walkers - at low tide you can walk all the way around Indian Neck to Wellfleet harbor and loop back to the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special spot

Cozy cottage with a cool vibe stocked with all the comforts of home especially the well stocked kitchen. Cooking here was a delight! Includes a view of the marsh off the deck (which is a great place to hang) and a super short walk to a gorgeous small gem of a beach (Omaha Road Beach). There are loads of trails, beaches and places to explore nearby and the hosts info about all made it so much easier to find. The hosts are also extremely responsive and quick to help out with any questions. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We love this cottage. This was our 2nd stay, and we'd be happy to return. It's clean, comfortable, quiet, thoughtfully furnished and a short drive to both beaches and town. The owners have thought of everything and responded immediately to any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage in quiet setting

Our family enjoyed this well equipped cottage and its location. Beautiful beaches and marshes a short walk away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in perfect quiet location

We had an amazing stay at this cottage. It was perfect for my husband and I. Convenient to town and beaches and in a lovely quiet neighborhood. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just like home

Perfect location to everything. Quiet & restful. Had everything you needed to enjoy your stay. Definitely plan on returning if the availability works for the future. 10/10 - highly recommend. Also… Blackfish Restaurant in Truro is truly a hidden gem close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific

This is a beautiful, comfortable, well-appointed cottage that's just the right size for 3–4 people. The owners are friendly and very quick to respond to questions. The location is great. The air conditioning is spectacularly effective, which we particularly appreciated as it was oppressively humid the week we were there. We greatly enjoyed our stay and hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage, Walk to Beach!

This cottage is a swimmer's heaven. Walk to several beaches on the calm and warmer bay side. Quick drive to Van Rensselaer’s Restaurant, the movies. Cross Route Six and quick drive to town. Updated and clean. The road and driveway are privately owned and a bit rough, but short.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage and spot

Everything was just lovely. The cottage had everything you could need. The view and location were just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage with relaxing deck

Very clean and well equipped. Tranquil deck with a bit of marsh view. Lots of birds. 10 minute walk to beach. Hope to rent again.&
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation spot

This cottage was the perfect spot for our family to stay during our northern vacation. The cottage is convenient to beaches, restaurants and shops. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage, great location

We had a great time over a long Memorial Day weekend. The cottage was spotless and well appointed. The owners communicated some important information while we were there and it was greatly appreciated. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D., Rush, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30 Fox Island Rd

My husband and I stayed on Fox Island and had the most wonderful time. The hosts were amazing. If I a question they would reply right away and help me out! We highly recommend vacationing here. Close to everything driving and walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage

We will definitely stay here again.Great experience. Close to all we wanted to do shopping, restaurants, and beaches. Hosts responded quickly.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem of a rental

Our first day of vacation was during the hurricane. Heather was very accommodating so that we could make some changes. She also responds very quickly to all emails! Her rental was very clean and so comfortable. She has thought of everything. Indian Neck is a special place. The bay is a short walk. The ocean is a short drive. There are fantastic places to eat. We didn’t want to leave! We were two couples. You couldn’t fit more people in this space but it was fine for the 4 of us. I would definitely rent this place again. Thank you Heather for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage, great location

We loved this cottage. Comfortable, clean, and thoughtfully furnished. Responsive owner. Perfect location with easy access to town and trails and a lovely view of Fox Island marsh. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house! Great location!

We really enjoyed staying here. The house is beautiful and comfortable, though small. The deck does a very nice job of extending the living space and we used it for most of our meals, morning coffee, reading, sitting and watching the birds on the bird feeders .... Staying here definitely added to our enjoyment of the cape!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

David D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Decent cottage but needs property management

Pros: Cottage is a decent little place. Photos are accurate. Probably a little nicer than the photos indicate. Neighborhood is nice, near Indian Neck beach. Very quiet area. Cons: Property was filthy when we arrived, hadn't been cleaned after the prior guests left. Floors were covered in sand and pine needles throughout the whole cottage. There was nasty, rotten food in the kitchen sink. There was a pile of soaking wet, dirty towels in the bathtub. The tub itself was dirty. Very poor first impression. The property is on a small dirt road that has many deep puddles. Probably not appropriate if you're driving a sedan. The outdoor gas grill on the deck is broken, so don't plan on grilling any food. The grill doesn't get over 300 degrees so it's more of a slow cooker than a grill. Overall: I contacted the owner about the filthy conditions of the property. They were apologetic and offered to make things right which I appreciated. They appear to be absentee owners without a local property management person to ensure the property is in good condition. Would I stay here again? I'd look at other options first and recommend you do the same.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay !

We had a great stay at the cottage. Easy to get to town and ocean beaches and lots of nice walks to the bay and around the marshes and preserve.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wellfleet cottage

Peaceful cottage, clean and spacious. Easy walk to the beach. Everything was as described and we loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week in Wellfleet!

We enjoyed our stay in this cute cottage located with a view of a salt marsh in Wellfleet. The cottage was clean and furnished just as described. It was cozy and just perfect for our needs. We loved that it was close to many of the activities that we enjoy doing in Wellfleet, visiting the Audubon Center, spending some time at Marconi Beach, and driving out to Provencetown. We also visited some new beaches. There are so many things close by. The owners were very easy to reach for questions and were very helpful. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim A., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location by a marsh

First time in Cape Cod - this was a great location - 10 - 15 mins from most of what we did during our 4 night stay. The cottage was clean, bright, modern and had comfortable beds. Easy towel & sheet pick up from The Furies - about a mile away. A nice, quiet area to walk around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Indian Neck Heights Cottage

Nice clean cottage close to beaches and town of Wellfleet. The driveway is a little rough. Water was not potable and the dryer was broken on arrival. However, overall we had a lovely time and I would recommend this cottage to others
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

We were lucky to rent from a person who was willing to make a referral offer next door neighbor property. Together, e were able to have plenty of room and keep our family together. The cottage was roomy clean, comfortable and not too far from the beach (when we cut through our friend’s yard!). We would certainly consider renting again..
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, convenient and beautiful setting

We had a wonderful week in this comfortable cottage. The setting is beautiful, up a hill with views of the marsh and trees. There are lots of windows letting in light and scenery. The deck is very pleasant for dining, reading and birdwatching. The location is close to town and there are great places to walk right out the door. We had everything we needed for a great vacation – thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Heather Halliwell

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We are a family of three from Washington DC. We started coming to Wellfleet on vacation nearly 10 years ago and we quickly fell in love with the natural beauty and laid-back vibe of the Outer Cape.

Why they chose this property

We’ve rented this cottage for years and when we had the opportunity to buy it we couldn’t pass it up. We love sitting on the deck under the pine trees with our morning coffee, hopping on our bikes to pedal down to Indian Neck Beach, and exploring the trails and sand roads that wind through the woods and along the marsh.