Walk to Crystal Lake; Private pickleball/tennis court
Orleans Vacation Rental - ID 26166

Quintessential New England home, in beautiful, natural Cape area. The house is amenable to gathering with large kitchen and lovely outdoor space. My family enjoyed the tennis court and proximity to Crystal Lake and Nauset Beach. The house is very comfortable and so much to do in the area. We hope to return!

We are a large family. Adults and small kids. The house had plenty of room for us all and having the kitchen separate was a blessing. Whomever got up early was able to cook, read, visit and not disturb anyone else! The cottage was so big with room to work. We absolutely loved the tennis court where we could play pickle ball while the little kids played all around us. The location is central to everything! The house is well equipped- we never believe that but this house has plenty of towels, a blanket, chairs and beach toys. Cannot wait to go back!

This was really the perfect set up. It is a classic New England/Cape Cod home with enormous amounts of character and charm. A convenient location that was close to beaches, shopping, and dining as well as a beautiful local lake. The layout is accommodating for any size family and the grounds are so neat it feels like it could host a large wedding. The owners take great pride in the property and it shows in every small detail. Communication with the owner was easy and honest. Our family looks forward to returning for many years to come.

This was a vacation dream come true! The house and cabana house were spacious, warm, and welcoming for our family of eight adults and two small children, and the grounds were so beautiful. We felt like we had a private compound for the week….playing games on the lawn, enjoying our own tennis/ pickleball court, cooking and eating together in the huge kitchen filled with sunlight, putting together a puzzle in the extra "dining room" space, and more. The location of the house was fantastic! We walked to Crystal Lake and had a blast swimming in the beautiful water with tubes and noodles provided by the owner, building sandcastles, and sitting under the shade of trees daydreaming! We were minutes away from Nauset Beach, Skaket Beach, downtown Orleans, the Cape Cod Bike Trail, and ice cream!! The owner was a delight to work with. I'm lobbying my family to return next summer!

Everything was perfect. The house was super clean and very well equipped, even chairs and towels for the beach were available. It is situated 300m from the small beach of a pond. A paddle board is available. The kitchen has everything you need. It is spacious. A tennis court is also available: very nice to get moving before you go rest at the beach. Many beaches are very close, event the National Seashore beaches (with a 60$UD permit for the season instead of 25$ per day). Even the CCRT is close, 3km. Orleans is near everything, beaches in the bay, beaches on the open sea, midway betwwen Hyannis and Provincetown. We strongly recommanded Sarah's house and will certainly go back. And Sarah answered all opf our questions very quickly.

Our family of 7 plus 2 extended relatives Absolutely enjoyed this property to the fullest! It is an outstanding home with many amenities! It's has a beautiful setting with a tennis court and Crystal Lake 5 minutes away! Quick drive to the National Seashore or Skaket or Nauset Beaches! Oh and don't forget Smitty's homemade ice cream in Orleans!

This home is a gem and we look forward to going back! Sarah the owner is a gracious rental hostess who has everything you need for a perfect family vacation on the Cape!

Staying at Sarah's home was the perfect setting to create memories for a multi-generational family reunion across the street from our parent's family home. Centrally located and close to beaches and ponds, Sarah's house is clean, spacious and comfortably accommodated 8 adults and 2 children. The grounds are lovely and well-maintained with a tennis court and a shed full of beach chairs, floats, games and toys. The large kitchen, living room and outdoor patio were the gathering spots for meaningful conversations, drinks, card games and lots of laughs. We all had a wonderful time and will remember this vacation for years to come.

My family had an amazing trip to Cape Cod and this house was perfect! The house was exactly what was showcased online and we were so happy when we first arrived and walked around the house / property. There were plenty of beds to fit us all comfortably, and we got tons of use out of the tennis court and basketball hoop, as that was also a big reason for choosing this house.

The walk to Crystal Lake down the road was also perfect, since there were a lot of shark warnings at the beach we were happy to have a great alternative place to swim and relax. The house was also in a great location in general, with short drives to downtown Chatham and other landmarks.

Sarah was also easily available to contact if we ended up having any quick questions during our stay. I can't thank her enough for letting us stay at her amazing home and we would definitely recommend this place to others and would love to stay here again for future trips!

My extended family has stayed at this charming, traditional Cape house twice now. We love it! As stated, you can walk to Crystal Lake, which has a beach and shade. It is perfect for small ones or a rinse-off after a day at the ocean. Close by is a tidal pond that leads out to the Bay, and is great for kayaking. Ocean and bay beaches are only 5-10 minutes drive. The house worked well for our family of 8 adults and 4 children/babies. The new, modern kitchen is huge and a bit separate, so it was the gathering spot, allowing for people sleeping in or napping. There is a lovely detached cottage in the back for a couple/family that likes their own space. The patio and additional picnic table were great for outside dining. The tennis court/basketball court is a plus: the adults played tennis and the kids could run around and play basketball. I highly recommend staying here!

I feel so fortunate to have found this house! We spent a week here with a family group of 7 with ages ranging from 19-83, and this house and property met everyone's needs, which was no small feat. Everyone had their own space while still being able to stay together, which was perfect for us.

The young adults had their own space upstairs including their own bathroom, and small family room w/a very nice flat screen TV where they could access any movie/show they could want. The master bedroom and bath were just lovely and by far the nicest space we have had after renting on the cape for the last 20 years. The huge kitchen and multiple eating areas (inside and out) was ideal for large family dinners and we spent quite a bit of time at the huge table that accommodated everyone for games, cards, as well as meals.

My parents loved having their own space in the adorable cottage-truly a unique feature of this property. The tennis court/basketball net was such a bonus, especially since our family loves to play tennis, and provided hours of entertainment. While we bring a lot of our own beach stuff with us, it was so nice to have access to beach chairs and towels, extra tennis rackets, etc., in the well stocked (and very organized) shed. We have always stayed in Brewster, but really enjoyed the proximity to Nauset Beach, as well as the many restaurants, shops, grocery store, etc. in Orleans.

Sarah, the homeowner, was flexible, very easy to work with and always responsive in answering any questions. We hope to return to stay in this home next summer!

I owe Sarah and her family this review. I stayed at this house last year and such a wonderful time and experience. I had told her that I would write a review, but got back to work and real life and never got to it. But I enjoyed the house so much, that as i am preparing for this summer on the cape - I felt obligated to write this. Throughout the booking process Sarah was responsive and patient. While we were at the home she was also easy to communicate with

We stayed at the home with 4 families and 11 total people. (6 adults and 5 kids) There was more than enough room for all of us, and always something to do.

The kids enjoyed playing basketball and tennis on the nearby court. They enjoyed hanging out in the den together - and had all the room to sleep and enjoy their time in the living room upstairs and the room with two twin beds.

We adults spent most of our time in the separate kitchen. It was great to be able to hang there early or late - and not disturb anyone who was sleeping. We are a group that LOVES to cook and grill - and in that regard Sarah's home has everything you need in terms of pots and pans. We enjoyed many meals, cocktails, and good times in the kitchen. It was also a space that all of the adults and kids could be in relatively comfortably and have good times together.

The house was also stocked well in terms of beach supplies and games: bodyboards, floats, beach chairs, umbrellas -- you name it they had it in the shed. And don't forget the Paddleboard. It was heavy, but we took it down to Crystal lake several times and enjoyed it.

The guest house in the back was perfect for one of our couples to stay in and get a little more privacy. The two couples we had alternated using it over the two weeks we were there.

Oh did I mention Crystal lake? Crystal lake is our favorite pond on the cape. We love how accessible it is -- and even at its busiest - is never too bad. The water is clear and easy for kids to swim and play for hours. You can walk to the lake in about 10 minutes or take a 2 minute drive down Monument Rd.

Overall the house is close to everything in town, and allowed us to get further to the outer cape - or just all around Orleans.

This year we're coming with a smaller crew-- so couldn't afford the home -- but if we came back with the same group of 10+ people we would definitely come back!

Thanks Sarah and apologies for the late review

We had a wonderful time. The property is centrally located. The Lake is in walking distance.
We enjoyed the tennis court. The house has everything you would need. The big kitchen allowed all 9 of us to enjoy meals when we weren't eating outdoors on the patio.
We look forward to returning next year. I would recommend this house.

We enjoyed a perfect 3-week stay at Sarah's house on Monument Road. The house itself is very interesting -- it has all the character an charm of an old home with modern/updated amenities where you would want them (kitchen/master suite/guest cottage). The surrounding sprawling property is gorgeous, with ample patio/lawn space and a tennis court that kept us all entertained (even on cloudy days). The house was well-stocked with an array of beach equipment that made our stay that much easier. Town and the beach were only short drives away -- this is really a perfect rental. We loved our stay and hope to return next year!

Our family of four stayed at this special property for a month and it was fantastic. The home has historic charm mixed with modern comforts. The master suite with its walk in closet was heavenly, while there was ample room for privacy. The layout was great for us because the huge kitchen was away from the bedrooms so you never had to worry about noise. The guest house was a true bonus, with a shed filled with stuff you need. The grounds are beautiful, and the private tennis court was a luxury. With linens, beach towels and beach chairs we were ready for the beaches and lakes every day. Excellent AC and Wi-Fi. The communication was top notch. Total comfort and privacy. We really hope we can return to this home again for a 10th year renting in Orleans!

From the moment we arrived at Sarah's home we were in heaven. The property is a dream situated on a large parcel of land with plenty of space for our family to enjoy. There was also a paddle board and beach items to make it that much more convenient. Each room was well appointed, and the kitchen is super spacious where we spent a good amount of our time. Will definitely be back!

We really enjoyed our week at the Pihl’s Orleans house for the week of August 11-18. The accommodations were perfect for our small family gathering of 10 people including a child and an infant. There was plenty of space for everyone to gather together and the sleeping arrangements worked very well for our group. We especially liked the location, nice and quiet with really close walking-distance proximity to two wonderful lakes for swimming and using the house paddleboard. The location was also central to all of the destinations we visited across the Cape. We were greeted by the caretaker when we arrived and he was also helpful when we needed him to look into a WIFI network issue. I would be happy to return on a future vacation to Cape Cod and I would easily recommend this as a good family rental home.

What a wonderful place for a family vacation. Ten of us had a great time. Our kids and grandkids could quickly and easily get to Crystal Lake and Pilgrim Lake, by foot or by car. The huge kitchen is really well equipped. And the tennis court was an unanticipated bonus. Our family has discovered pickle ball and our son-in-law brought a portable set and set it up on the tennis court. It was used from morning until night by all ages. Overall, a wonderful vacation and we have already reserved our week for next year.