This welcoming waterfront sanctuary sleeps up to 11 in four bedrooms and offers breathtaking views (W-NE) of Mill Pond, Nauset Harbor, and Nauset Beach's dunes. Located at the end of a winding Grandview private cul-de-sac, there's a boat ramp and small community beach 100 (paved) feet from your front door.
A wraparound deck off the main level facing the water lets you luxuriate unseen and features comfortable seating, a large (and extensible) outdoor dining table with umbrella, zero-gravity lounger chairs, fire pit, and convenient gas grill. A shaded path leads down steps to a private waterfront and walking path. From the community beach you can swim to the nearby float, fish, or launch kayaks (two, included) to explore Mill Pond and beyond. After you enjoy the outdoor shower, a Cape Cod summer tradition, savor a meal and beverages while watching the sunset and afterglow.
The open-concept living space includes a family room with three huge bay windows that showcase the stunning water views. Here you'll relax and enjoy each other's company and the sounds of nature or perhaps a crackling fire in the fireplace.
If you need more stimulation, or just crave contact with what you've escaped, there's house-wide high-speed WiFi and a Roku-equipped 40-inch flat-screen TV in the dining area, a 60-inch smart TV with a soundbar on the lower level, a smaller smart TV in the four-poster bedroom upstairs bedrooms. (The main-level primary bedroom doesn't have a TV.)
The downstairs lounge area provides plenty of room for another group, or different generations, to spread out and never feel pinched for space.
The open social kitchen is well-equipped, including for kibitzers seated at the counter. Between the kitchen and the lounge is the dining area, also with a big bay window. The country-style dining table seats six and can be extended to accommodate another four.
The main floor also features a huge sunroom with honeycomb shades for the windows and remote-controlled skylights. If it all gets too much, there's a Twin daybed and recliner for napping as well as a sofa that converts to a queen-sized sleeper. Finally, there's a laundry room with a stacked washer and dryer.
For sleeping, the main floor provides an oversized primary bedroom with two Twin XLs that can be combined into a King. It also features a full private bathroom en-suite, complete with a step-in shower. The main-level guest half-bathroom is right next to the kitchen.
On the upper level there are two bedrooms. One has a four-poster King. The other bedroom features a comfy Twin XL (38'' x 80'') trundle and the best views in the house (complete with a telescope); it can be set up as a single twin, two twins, or a king-width ''Full.'' These bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with opaque-glass-surrounded shower in between.
On the lower level, the vast space can serve as a large bedroom. It has two regular Twin beds and a split queen sofa/sleeper, with an en-suite tub and shower.
Overall, this property has the look of a traditional Cape Cod-style house and the feel of a manor, except with leading-edge technology and creature comforts. You're easy walking distance to Nauset Beach and just a short drive from the center of Orleans with its many dining, shopping, and entertainment venues. It's ideal for multi-generation vacations and sun as well as sunset worship. Beachgoers will appreciate that beach chairs, an umbrella and ice chest, life jackets, boogie boards, and sand toys are included.
This property has mini-split air conditioning (or heating) throughout. When opening a door or window to let the breeze through isn't sufficient, just pick up a remote and control your personal climate instantly.
(Spring, Fall, and Winter renters will appreciate the mini-split AC/heater units in the primary bedroom/sunroom, living room, upstairs bedrooms, and lower level. They're a great way to get cozy when it's cold outside before the baseboard heaters kick in.)
I pride myself on being exceptionally responsive and open to your input. By way of disclaimer, the house's owners lived in London for 42 years, so they love the bright light reflecting off Mill Pond. You might feel differently, so please be aware that not all the windows have shades.
Please click on the Calendar and Pricing tab for detailed information about weekly rates. This property has a six-night minimum during the peak season. State and local short-term occupancy taxes totaling 14.45% apply to all reservations less than 32 days in length. A fully refundable security deposit applies to all bookings.
This property offers a 3-night minimum stay during the offpeak season. Guests incur a $200 cleaning fee for all stays less than 6 nights.
Cancellation Policy
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For the 2024 rental season, we've retained our (very lenient) cancellation policy.
Until further notice, you may cancel your booking at any time and for any (or no) reason for a full, immediate 100% refund. We'll even issue a pro-rated refund if you need to cut your stay short. Or you can apply your deposit to a future stay.
The home will be extraordinarily and professionally cleaned before your arrival. We've provided ample antibacterial, sanitizing, and disinfectant cleaning supplies. Mattress pads and pillow protectors will have been freshly laundered; mattress covers, bedspreads, blankets, and quilts have not. On request, we'll provide linens (sheets and pillowcases, plus bath, hand, and beach towels) for any number of guests, or you can bring your own.
We recommend considering travel insurance so at least some of your transportation costs can be refunded should you cancel. In particular, consider a ''cancel for any reason'' (''CFAR'') insurance policy, which typically refunds 50-60% of your costs. read more show less