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# 8 The Gridiron

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park, 3-minute walk to Cape Cod Beaches

## Photo gallery for 8 The Gridiron

![Beach nearby - 8 The Gridiron (Sandwich)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102550000/102547000/102546948/a333b853.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Smart TV, books - 8 The Gridiron (Sandwich)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102550000/102547000/102546948/3a0c7adf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Interior - 8 The Gridiron (Sandwich)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102550000/102547000/102546948/053defdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

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![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - 8 The Gridiron (Sandwich)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102550000/102547000/102546948/fefb48d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Experience the ultimate Cape Cod getaway at this lovely beachfront home in Sandwich Downs. Relax on the 2nd floor master balcony deck, taking in breathtaking sunsets and amazing views of the Bay. This home features an open living room, kitchen/dining room with a great entertaining feel, as well as an outside shower and laundry facilities.

## Reviews

8.8

Excellent

### Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

## Popular amenities

- Ocean view
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### 8 The Gridiron

**About this space**  
  
Enjoy unforgettable Cape Cod memories at this beautiful beachfront home located in the desirable Sandwich Downs neighborhood of East Sandwich, just north of historic Route 6A. With sweeping views of Cape Cod Bay, shared private beach access, and multiple outdoor spaces to take in the sunsets, this home offers the perfect setting for a classic seaside vacation. Spacious, bright, and thoughtfully laid out, it’s ideal for families and groups looking to relax right on the water  
  
**The space**  
  
 • **Type:** Beachfront single-family home  
  
 • **Location:** Sandwich Downs, East Sandwich — north of Route 6A, directly on Cape Cod Bay  
  
 • **Approx. Size:** Spacious multi-level layout with open living areas  
  
 • **Key Features:** Waterfront views, shared private beach staircase, second-floor balcony deck, enclosed outdoor shower, multiple A/C systems  
  
**Bedrooms & Bathrooms**  
  
**Bedrooms – Sleeps up to 8**  
  
 • **Bedroom 1 (Primary):** King bed, second floor, balcony with bay views  
  
 • **Bedroom 2:** Queen bed, second floor  
  
 • **Bedroom 3:** Bunk bed set plus two twin beds, second floor  
  
 • **Additional Sleeping:** Pull-out sofa on first floor  
  
**Bathrooms (2.5 total)**  
  
 • **Half Bathroom:** First floor  
  
 • **Full bath:** Second floor, shower only  
  
 • **Full bath:** Second floor, shower and tub  
  
**Living Areas**  
  
• Open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining area on first floor  
• Large windows with panoramic bay views  
• Fully equipped kitchen with drip and Keurig coffee makers  
• Two Smart TVs (living room and primary bedroom)  
• Washer and dryer available  
  
**Outdoor Space**  
  
• Shared private staircase to the beach (shared with one neighboring home)  
• Second-floor primary bedroom balcony deck with sunset views  
• Yard area for relaxing  
• Gas grill  
• Hot/cold enclosed outdoor shower  
  
**Local Favorites**  
  
**Beaches**  
  
 • **Town Neck Beach** – Sandy beach with calm waters, perfect for swimming and sunset walks.  
  
 • **Boardwalk to Sandwich Marsh** – Scenic boardwalk to the beach with incredible views.  
  
 • **East Sandwich Beach** – Quiet, family-friendly beach with soft sand and beautiful sunrises.  
  
 • **Sandy Neck Beach** – Expansive beach for walking, birdwatching, and classic Cape Cod sunsets.  
  
**Food & Drink**  
  
 • **Pilot House** – Classic New England seafood with water views.  
  
 • **Beth’s Bakery & Café** – Pastries, sandwiches, and coffee in the village.  
  
 • **Fishermen’s View** – Waterfront dining with seafood favorites.  
  
 • **Café Chew** – Breakfast and lunch with fresh sandwiches and coffee.  
  
**Things to Do**  
  
 • **Cape Cod Canal Path** – Walk, bike, or run along this scenic paved trail.  
  
 • **Ride Away Kayaks & Bikes** – Rent kayaks, paddleboards, or bikes and explore the waterways and surrounding trails.  
  
 • **Heritage Museums & Gardens** – Gardens, art exhibits, and classic cars.  
  
 • **Sandwich Glass Museum** – Live glassblowing demonstrations and history of the town.  
  
 • **Historic Sandwich Village** – Boutiques, galleries, and antique shops.  
  
 • **Green Briar Nature Center** – Trails, wildlife, and historic buildings.  
  
**Shopping & Boutiques**  
  
 • **Wish Gift Co.** – Local gifts and home décor.  
  
 • **Scenic Roots** – Plants, gifts, and unique finds.  
  
 • **Titcomb’s Bookshop** – Historic local bookstore with new and used books.  
  
 • **Wave Gift Shop** – Unique souvenirs, gifts, and beach essentials.  
  
**Other things to note**  
  
 • **Parking:** Driveway parking for up to 4 cars  
  
 • **Linens:** Sheets and towels are not provided and must be brought or rented locally. Look up Dune Tootin Linen Rentals for pricing  
  
 • **Pets:** Up to 2 dogs allowed; 1 cat may be considered. $100 fee for second dog or cat. Please confirm number of pets, breed, and weight when booking  
  
 • **A/C:** Central A/C on second floor; mini-split A/C unit on first floor  
  
 • **Internet:** Smart TVs in living room and primary bedroom (WiFi available)  
  
 • **Minimum Stay:** 7-night minimum rental, Saturday - Saturday  
  
 • **Check-in / Check-out:** Check-in at 3 PM / Check-out at 10 AM; check in directly at property with lockbox  
  
 • **Smoking:** Not permitted  
  
 • **Other Notes:** All bedrooms are located on the second floor; beach access is via shared private staircase with one neighboring property

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### 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
- Ice maker
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms

### Bathroom

- 2.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Shower

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Books
- Games
- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- One pet total

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront

### Things to do

- Water park
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock

### General

- Garden

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

### Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Guests are expected to leave the home tidy at checkout, including wiping counters, a quick floor sweep, and leaving the grill clean. Additional fees may apply for excessive cleaning.

This home is pet-friendly. At checkout, guests will be asked to remove pet hair from furniture and clean up after pets outdoors.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

### Rules

Up to 2 dogs allowed; 1 cat may be considered. $100 fee for second dog or cat. Please confirm number of pets, breed, and weight when booking

Please Note: There’s no extra cleaning fee—just a few simple tasks to tidy up before you go, so we can keep the space welcoming for everyone.

Minimum age to rent is 25\. Home and email address required upon booking for safety precautions.

### Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

Note from host: 2nd pet not allowed without prior approval

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed

### 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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

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 C0174282610

## About the area

Located in East Sandwich, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Hyannis Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Cape Cod Central Railroad and Sandwich Mini Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our East Sandwich travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/East-Sandwich.dx6285617)

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Sandwich, MA

### What's nearby

- ![Beautiful Beach. What a great beach! Big and gorgeous.  Yarmouth's largest saltwater beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10485/5bcd1cdc-3726-4404-a98a-fb06a57e36b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Cape Cod Beaches  
1 min walk \- 0.1 km
- ![Sandy Neck Beach which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070211/0e1b7f0b-e93c-464e-8012-8d34499e0741.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Sandy Neck Beach  
6 min walk \- 0.6 km
- ![Hyannis Harbor featuring cruising and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127091/dec008cd-c1fc-48d2-a2ac-8aaab698e5df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Hyannis Harbor  
19 min drive \- 20.4 km
- Scorton Neck Beach  
6 min walk \- 0.6 km
- East Sandwich Beach  
16 min walk \- 1.4 km

### Getting around

- Bourne Buzzards Bay Station  
23 min drive
- Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)  
23 min drive

### Restaurants

- Marshland Too & Too's Tavern  
14 min drive
- Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters  
9 min drive
- Meetinghouse Package  
13 min drive
- Dunkin'  
13 min drive
- Dunkin'  
13 min drive

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## 8 The Gridiron Reviews

## Reviews

8.8

### Excellent

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