Stepping Stones overlooks Wychmere Harbor

I do not have enough good things to say about this property or the hosts. Our prior reservation for this weekend cancelled on us last minute with no warning, and we thought we were going to need to cancel our girls weekend, which was the only plan we had left to celebrate my best friend who's wedding had been cancelled due to Covid. Marylynn was so responsive and so kind and eager to have us - she even went as above and beyond to ask me what our color scheme for decorations was so she could pull some matching plating and linens for us. She allowed for an early check in so we could decorate (and even helped by pulling some beautiful rose gold lanterns from her attic for us!) and offered a late check out as well so we could enjoy the beach.

The house is LOVELY, so well kept, and has such charm and character. More than enough beds for our group of 10 girls (could even have more). The front yard overlooks the harbor and is lovely to sit outside on (or in our case, play some games!), and additional parts of the large property's yard hosts a BBQ area with ample seating, and a fire pit with cozy couches surrounding it, even a Koi pond area with adorable lighting! The beach (which essentially is private, we were there on Labor Day weekend and the beach was empty except for us and a couple other people) is a 5-10 min walk, just across the street, and absolutely beautiful.

We hosted an amazing and very special dinner catered by a private chef at Marylynn's beautiful dining room table. She allowed us to use her many decorations and plates to set the table for the special evening. I truly cannot thank the Clunes enough for our stay - they saved our weekend and allowed us to shower our best friend with love and memories, thank you so much and we can't wait to stay here again!

We were able to enjoy the most wonderful week during COVID-19 with 3 generations. The house is perfect for separate families sharing the same space. We were able to spread out and enjoy so many great seating areas inside and out. The beach was so close, my husband and son got up every morning to go fishing down off of the Jedi in front of the Wychmere Club and we loved how private Merkel Beach was, not crowded at all.

The house was stocked with beach chairs, umbrellas, a paddle board and much more. We had a good old fashioned lobster bake one evening and it was delicious, I definitely recommend making the trek to Ring Bros. Marketplace in South Dennis and getting their clam chowder, steamers and lobsters for a crowd. The long table inside accommodated us perfectly. The 2 kitchens right next to each other were great spaces to have a few people prepping. It was super convenient since we ate in most meals. The walk into town was so easy and quick.

The front yard was the perfect spot for our daily whiffle ball games. We brought our own corn hole set and had that going on the side yard off of the kitchen. There wasn't a patio we didn't enjoy! The weather was also perfect the entire week. The breeze coming in off of the ocean was just as perfect. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. It truly is a special place to create lasting memories. We hope to be back sooner than later!

We had a terrific three-generation family vacation at Stepping Stones in August. Everything about the house was perfect. Marylynn and Dave were wonderful hosts. The house easily fit twelve adults and two small children, plus two small dogs that Marylynn allowed us to bring. Merkel beach was terrific, both for the kids and for the avid swimmers and the hosts provided beach chairs, umbrellas and beach toys. All you could need for a perfect beach vacation.

We shared home cooked meals every night at the beautiful dining room table, a significant part of our coming together for the week every year. Many thanks to Marylynn and Dave.

My family was in Harwich Port for our son's wedding reception at the Wychmere Beach Club, which is down the road from this magnificent house and property.

This house was perfect for us. Stepping Stones was exacting as described! Spacious for our family of 16 and a short walk away from the town and beach. Will definitely consider Stepping Stones for our next Cape Cod family gathering. An added plus—the owner was very accommodating.

Our stay involved the week of the "Tornado". Lost power, cable WiFi etc. The owners had people the next day cleaning up downed trees, new generator, extension cords, etc. They stayed for 3 days until everything was perfect. Unbelievable commitment and they went way over the top to make sure we were well taken care of.

The house is a perfect set up for a large family or smaller multiple families. Everything is first class including the Eddie Bauer beach chairs. Multiple Kitchens, Freezers, Central Air, and unlimited hot water so no-one will run out of Hot Water taking showers. We have been renting houses on the Cape in Harwich for decades and I can't think of anything they could improve on. 5**** plus.

We rented Stepping Stones and Pebbles for my family, who was flying over from London, to stay during my wedding in the first week of May and it was fantastic. There were 13 of us and one baby staying on the property, and it suited our needs perfectly. The property is in an ideal location, across from the Wychmere and set back from the highway on beautiful grounds. The home is large, clean, with modern appliances and plenty of spaces indoors and outdoors for people to gather. Marylynn was wonderful to work with. She was incredibly accommodating and always available to answer any questions, not only about the property but also with recommendations for the area. She took care of details like making the beds before we arrived and having clean towels laid out on each of them. She knew my family was flying internationally and even offered us to come early to prepare the house for them. We would highly recommend this home for anyone looking in the area.

Stepping Stones is very conveniently located on Route 25 and set back from the road with a sweeping lawn surrounded with large specimen trees. Across from it are unobstructed park views of the picturesque Wychmere Harbor.

This charming home is very inviting with multiple indoor and outdoor spaces accommodating both intimate and larger groups. While there, we went from a group of four to a group of eight and then to one of sixteen, the latter being with cocktails and appetizers on an outside terrace and a seated lobster dinner at the long table in the dining room.

A final comment would be that this is a venue that brings people together away from home, helping to make them comfortable with themselves and with others who they might meet for the first time.

We rented Stepping Stones the last week of August 2018 for our 5th daughter's wedding. We sold our main house years ago where 3 of our daughters got married, nothing like a wedding at home. First, Marylynne and Dave went way our of their way to help us get this done. Next the house and yard are spectacular from the moment you walk in, what a great place to have a family reunion. We had the wedding tented in the front yard and the ceremony across the street overlooking Wychmere Harbor. The night before the wedding we had the rehearsal lobster bake in side yard, again spectacular setting. It was nice to have the wedding at a home where it is more personal. The guests were overwhelmed with the setting and I know one person who will be getting married there.
Jim & Brenda Croke. Harwich Port MA

This was our second stay at Stepping Stones. We love this home and the owners are fantastic. We love walking to town, going to the beach and spending late afternoons with all the kids playing on the front lawn. Wychmere Harbor is right across the street and we love watching the boats.

Marylynn and Dave are great hosts. Always very responsive to any questions or if anything needs a fix.

Thank you!

The owners were fantastic hosts! They were always making sure we had what we needed and had endless recommendations of places to dine and visit to make the most of our stay. Their house is fabulous and has beautiful grounds. We enjoyed barbecues on the patio and the use of bikes and boogie boards. Thank you!

This home made our vacation and wedding gathering so special. Marylynne and Dave’s home was the perfect place for my family to reunite and make memories.The home is absolutely gorgeous and so welcoming.The grounds were spectacular and the pictures we got with my son (the groom) and his groomsmen were absolutely beautiful. Everything you need the house provided. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Shelagh Hayes

We happened upon this house and cottage when we needed a large enough house to accommodate 7 families. Great find! The home is beautifully situated with harbor views and is within walking distance to a darling town and beach. We loved the grounds, the various gathering spaces (outdoor patios, dining area, living area, sunroom, etc), comforting bedrooms, and gourmet kitchen that provided plenty of space for delicious family dinners. We ventured to different Cape points, and found Harwich Port to be centrally located without the traffic difficulties. From the first moment of contact, Marylynn was helpful and accommodating as we planned out our visit. Thank you for adding magic to our family memories.

We rented this beautiful house during our son’s wedding weekend and enjoyed an amazing venue where family and friends could meet, and relax together. The house was amazing, and Marylynn, the owner, was extremely accommodating. Our son’s wedding was held at the Wychmere, making the house very convenient to the wedding venue. The grounds at the house were beautiful, with trees in spring bloom. This was one of the best things we have ever done, rented a large home for a family wedding, and we were so happy we did!

I stayed here for a long weekend for a 75th birthday celebration. The home was very clean and comfortably accommodated our 6 families. The grounds are beautiful with plenty of space for children to run and play. The town center is also very close. Overall it was a great stay!

I had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Stepping Stones Property. Not only was it easy to communicate with the lovely owners, it was very well-equipped with high-end appliances, decor, and a beautiful view of the harbor. The large lawn areas were perfect for outdoor activities and grilling with family and friends. The house is as described with 2 kitchens, 3 patios, and outdoor showers. Town is easily accessible on foot as is the beach! You can also walk to the Nantucket Ferry. We did a whale watching tour which was quite fun! I highly recommend the beautiful Stepping Stones property and look forward to our next stay! It met all of our needs and more. Thank you!

From the moment we walked into this beautiful home, we felt the stresses of our city life fall away. Although the house is large, it has a warmth and charm that made our family feel instantly at home and relaxed. The location was also AMAZING. We were within walking distance of the beach, restaurants and shops. We could not have asked for a better experience, thanks to this special home and its lovely owners!

Wonderful vacation house which overlooks Wychmere Harbor. Super easy to work with the owners. Amazing location to the beach, town with restaurants/shops, and the Nantucket Ferry. The house has a large lawn which is perfect for games, grilling, etc. Would absolutely book again and highly recommend.

Beautiful Home! 638 Main Street Harwichport, Ma 02646
We had a wonderful stay at Stepping Stones. It was great to have 14 of us under one roof.
There was plenty of space for all of us. Everything was within walking distance. Thank you Marylynn for making our week so pleasurable. Recommended for: families with young children, girls get away, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55, romantic getaway, plus families with teenagers!!

Great for reunions!! 638 Route 28 or Main Street Harwichport, Ma.
We are a group of several families with young children that stayed here Summer of 2017.
Marylynne is the most gracious host possible- she showed us around, was incredibly forgiving of our crowd and children, and was extremely easy to communicate with leading up to and during our stay. She has a lovely home with a fantastic kitchen ( great for cooking up big group meals) and gorgeous landscaping, giving the kids many areas in which to play outoors. We also used Pebbles, the cottage on the grounds, which lets families have some more privacy. Plenty of bikes and strollers to get to the beach if necesssary. we dropped little ones off. It is a nice stroll into the town center. We could not have been more pleased with our stay. We made many great memories in that house and the backyard patios. Thanks to the Clunes for being wonderful to work with!

Located directly across from Wychmere Harbor, this home was the perfect place to house guests attending our daughter’s wedding. Our extended family, which included young children enjoyed a comfortable stay amidst lovely surroundings. There were high chairs, a crib and a child’s bed as well as toys for the little ones! The cottage behind the main house served as a quiet place for the bride’s parents. It, too, was beautifully decorated and a much appreciated oasis amidst all of the wedding excitement. The owner was most accommodating and very clear about not wanting a bridal party to stay in the main house. I couldn’t agree more. This house is most suitable for families like ours who so enjoyed having together time while having their own spaces for sleeping. The outside grounds provide plenty of space for the children to safely play and there are many outdoor seating and eating options. The house is within walking distance to Merkel Beach and the little town of Harwich Port. If you choose this property for your family gathering, you won’t be disappointed! Recommended for: Families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

The owners are very nice and extremely easy to work with. The house has a ton of lawn space for kids to play, and our family had a great time grilling outside. There is a great beach within walking distance and town is also very close and within walking distance. I'd definitely recommend this!