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Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond

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Sit on the lakeside bench and enjoy serene views of the calm water and surrounding forest.
Cozy home with a gabled roof, chimney, and an outdoor space.
Relax in this inviting living room with a large window, flat-screen TV, and comfortable sofa.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinetry.
Relax in this inviting living room with a cozy armchair, side table, and lush greenery.

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond

If a true Cape Cod cottage is what you are looking for, your search ends here. Steps from Schoolhouse Pond, you can forget about having to drive to the beach. Enjoy your coffee as you walk around the pond in the morning, hike the surrounding trails, fish with the family, sun bathe, or simply swim your stresses away. After a sun-soaked day return to the cottage to enjoy an outdoor shower, head town for some fresh fish to grill & enjoy at the picnic table, then retreat to dream of another day of adventures at your fingertips.

3 miles to downtown Chatham
2 miles to Ridgevale Beach

Property manager

Marc or Whitney Tropeano

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Yard not fenced.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number C0298670550

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond Chatham
Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Chatham, MA

What's nearby

  • Chatham Fish Pier - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Chatham Lighthouse Beach - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hardings Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Chatham Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Harwich Port - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 27 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chatham Squire - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chatham Perk - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Chatham Fish & Lobster - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mom & Pops Burgers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chatham Filling Station - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond located?

Located in the heart of Chatham, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Chatham Chamber of Commerce, Adventure Chatham, and Chatham Marconi Maritime Center. Ridgevale Beach and Cape Cod Beaches are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karyn S.

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

Great Location!

Cute home and great location. Kids loved the pond . Great location on Cape, Chatham is a beautiful area. Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don M., McKinney, Tx

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

Great stay!!

Great location, welcoming hosts, modern fully equipped and very comfortable home. All you need for a great stay and hosts who quickly respond to any questions or issues. We will stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga T.

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

Wonderful place!

Beautiful, quiet location by the lake, very clean house with everything we needed. We would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

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

Wonderful place!!

Our third visit to this property and as usual it was wonderful! Each year the owners improve it. Always clean and ready and well supplied. We highly recommend this property! Great place and caring owners!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

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

Great Getaway

Cute and extremely clean cottage with everything you need. Great location and excellent communication with host! Great Getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra C.

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

The house by the lake

We loved it. The home was very warm and cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edie B.

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

Beautiful experience!

Great location and accommodations. The hosts are wonderful and it's great to communicate with them if needed. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

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

Perfection

The location can’t be beat. Cottage is perfectly updated and we had the best time.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

nikki f.

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

Chatham

This little cottage was the perfect rental for our family. It was well maintained, clean, great location, great neighborhood, and nice neighbors. We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edie B.

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

Home away from Home

We absolutely love the cottage and our hosts. They continuously go above and beyond to provide a wonderful stay. We will return next summer as it is a family favorite. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross and Karen E.

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

Cute cottage great spot

This home served our needs perfectly -- located near family on the Cape, close to Chatham, Harwich, and Brewster, and quiet setting. We are a family of four adults and while not a huge house, we were quite comfortable, cooking and lounging between visits to local family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

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

Lovely Cottage

Very cute, clean cottage in a wonderful location near Schoolhouse Pond. I think this would be an especially great place for a family with small children. Owner is very thoughtful and communicative. We rented this property two years in a row and are happy to recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Wonderful Cape cottage

We enjoyed a delightful weekend in this cottage. The property is clean, comfortable and well-stocked with everything needed. We loved being so close to a pond that provided great walks for our dogs. The cottage is close to bike trails, bay and ocean beaches, and the town of Orleans. It was the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette F.

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

Schoolhouse Pond Road

This was our second time staying in this home and it has quickly become a home away from home. We have enjoyed the home, the neighbors, and the pond. We look forward to returning in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

Wonderdul

We loved the cottage and so did everyone who came to visit. The pond is perfect for relaxing! The little ones loved it. Whitney was so great and responsive when I reached out! The location is perfect…so convenient. Exactly what we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pia and William C.

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

It was the perfect getaway.

We arrived and the property was set up to make us all feel right at home. We have everything we needed and more. It was so clean and organized. In a safe, beautiful neighborhood. We enjoyed it very much and would recommend it for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

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

Great cottage, Great location

Very cute, convenient, and thoughtfully updated cottage! The ad is very accurate, and if anything, it’s nicer in person than in the photos. We loved the small yard (especially with our dog) and the neighborhood is lovely and convenient to everything. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peenak I., New York, NY

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

Great Home near a great pond

The stay was great! Listing was described as listed, a couple notes - the yard is big and has a picnic table which is great for lunches. Neighborhood is super quiet. Saw lots of squirrels, chipmunks, and rabbits. On our first night got to see some tree frogs hopping around too!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Great Stay in Chatham

Our stay was perfect at the cottage and we truly had a great vacation. The property was very clean and had all the amenities we could have wanted. Location was very close to beaches and to the downtown Chatham area. It’s also walking distance to a beautiful local pond! Communication with the property owner was fantastic. We asked to check in earlier in the day and received a response right away (they said we could)! I highly recommend a stay at the cottage! We are looking forward to staying there again in the future!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don M., McKinney, Tx

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

Just wonderful!!

As promised or better in all categories ! Very clean,, well appointed, recently modernized. Excellent appliances. Everything works well and is easy to find and user friendly. Owner very responsive. Great location. Quiet, friendly neighborhood. Beautiful pond with a super swimming area with sandy beach. We loved it and have already booked again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

maggie m.

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

Amazing cottage and amazing hosts!

My husband and I had a wonderful stay at this beautifully decorated cottage. It was cozy and had nice size bedrooms and an outside shower which was great after a day at the beach. It was a perfect location with a short walk to an amazing pond which looked more like a lake. The water was clear and it had a sandy bottom. It was ideal for our two dogs to swim and play. Whitney and Marc were great hosts and were available to answer any questions and to stop by if there was any issues. We would definitely recommend this cottage and hope we can return to it for many years!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

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

Perfect!

Everything that we might have needed was there, from beach chairs to board games and kitchen items. Schoolhouse Pond is literally 5 houses away and brought back wonderful memories for me. Close to town , other areas of interest. Whitney was always available by phone for my questions - like never having used a “Nest” before! We will return here - thank you’
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

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

Perfect Cape Cod Cottage with Central Air

During our visit in July we had high temps and lots of sun, perfect for the beach (check out Red River beach about 5 minutes away... its our favorite!) but we really enjoyed coming back to a cottage cooled by central air. It also made the visit very comfortable for our pug! The location is great with just a short walk down to the pond and a quick drive to Marion's Pie Shop. This is a cottage - and it is small but would be great for two couples or even a family with younger children. It was perfect for us and had everything we needed. Whitney was so easy to work with. We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edie B.

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

Delightful and Easy!

Small quaint cottage somehow feels quite spacious and accommodated our family of four. The home is thoughtfully decorated with vintage and new furnishings. It has alot of style but still feels as though it is for renters not for its owners. It is very well run by hosts. It is evident they deeply care about your stay while giving you space. The pond is delightful. I do wish there was a little more privacy on the property itself. It is exposed to the street with a-side yard for grilling and relaxing. I realize its alot of work to maintain, but a few shrubs would be paradise! All in all, great family retreat! Thank you Whitney.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocylin E.

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

Cozy, clean, wonderful location

The cleanest rental! Everything was in place and the heat was on when we arrived. Whitney communicated so well and we even got to check in early. This was a very convenient location with access to Schoolhouse Pond. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021