[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups! Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27116600/27116531/7468b053.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27116600/27116531/eb802d09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27116600/27116531/w2592h1722x0y0-dc291b10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27116600/27116531/54857f7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27116600/27116531/ca56df1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this Old Cape Cod style retreat, set on 3.5 acres of private woods and a large sandy beach along John Joseph’s Pond. Unwind in one of three cozy cottages with fireplaces and enjoy the company of friends or family around the two fire pits in the common courtyard or down at the beach. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 17 ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups! Private lakefront setting which avoids the Cape Cod crowds and public beaches! Vacation with friends or extended family in this 'Old Cape Cod' style setting with a large private beach on John Joseph’s Pond. This 3.5 acre private wooded lot has 3 cozy cottages each with its own fireplace and 2 separate kitchens so that you and your friends or family can vacation together but still have privacy when you want it. A covered breezeway connects 2 cottages and a common courtyard allows for the whole group to gather around one or both of the two fire pits. Or follow a short wooded path down to a large private sandy beach for lounging or for swimming off the dock or to the float. Enjoy boating ( several boats available for your use), fishing, or just relaxing during the day. In the evenings enjoy food or song at the fire pits on the beach. And don't forget your dogs or other furry friends! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Out door is permissible but discouraged ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33933100/33933074/421099c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Overlooking Wychmere Harbor, 400 steps to beach, town & Nantucket ferry. harwichport, ma - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 47 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=33933074&PinnedHotelID=33933074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83280000/83276700/83276640/w905h683x60y0-2c112796.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Summer Beach House on the beach-100 ft from the water Harwich - Kitchen - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=83276640&PinnedHotelID=83276640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79600000/79597000/79596916/919f6be5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private beach, hot tub, and dog friendly – The Keeper! 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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 C0241351260 ## About the area Located in Harwich, this cottage is on the beach. Hyannis Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mayflower Beach and Nauset Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Adventure Chatham and Cape Cod Lavender Farm. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. [Visit our Harwich travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Harwich.dx183331) [View more Cottages in Harwich](https://www.expedia.ca/Harwich-Cottages.d183331-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.69852%2C-70.05136&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8D4lRtXAvtw11wn0iZsMhEcbdGs=) Harwich, MA ### What's nearby - Harwich Port - 7 min drive - 4.2 km - Bank Street Beach - 8 min drive - 6.0 km - Chatham Fish Pier - 14 min drive - 12.7 km - Ocean Edge Golf Club - 15 min drive - 9.4 km - Chatham Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 13.7 km ### Getting around - Hyannis Transportation Center - 20 min drive - Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 21 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive - ‪Brax Landing Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Drifters - ‬6 min drive - ‪Red River Bbq - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups! located? > Nestled on the beach, this Harwich cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Adventure Chatham, Red River Beach, and Harwich Port. Cranberry Valley Golf Course and Cape Cod Lavender Farm are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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