I'm always skeptical of on-line property pictures having been burnt in the past but in this case the pictures of the interior and yard don't do this property justice; it's way better! Like another reviewer I was surprised by the spaciousness of the property and the condition of the home and property is excellent.
I felt very "at home" staying here. The neighborhood was quiet and this property is clearly the jewel of the area. The home is ideally located for those who don't mind short walks. The town is very close, the lovely West End is very close, the supermarket is very close, and if you don't mind a bit of a hike, walking to the beaches is doable. I walked the West End jetty six times during our stay and our car rarely left the yard. The fast ferry to Boston is close, we did an amazing whale watch, and night stargazing at the pool was great.
We enjoyed eating at Bubula's (steamers!), Ten Tables, and Sal's in the West End on Friday night. We bought fresh fish at Townsend Seafood (near the intersection of Rte 6 & Shank Painter) and cooked it at the home and ate in the pool area. We ate at Townsend Seafood too, it was good but the steamers disappointed.
The pool was clean and the pool maintenance company came as scheduled. The lawn maintenance company also came during our stay but from my perspective, if you're going to have a well maintained yard, it has to be done some time and this is a meticulous yard. I enjoyed the yard and gardens very much.
As recommended by another reviewer we brought our own sheets but I goofed by mixing our pillow cases with the homeowner's and took theirs home by mistake. US Mail will be returning them soon...sorry!
Ok, so now the quirks; not many. As reviewed before the basement suite doesn't have a bathroom so guests have to go through someone's bedroom to use the first floor bath. Recognizing the house is heated by oil, the furnace and oil tank are in the space that would otherwise have the bath so it's very understandable it doesn't exist. The second floor bath has a hallway entrance but it's a hike in the middle of the night. Overall I prefer having the basement suite without a bath than not having the suite.
The gas grill scared me and I didn't try lighting it. The interior gas lines are deteriorated. The grill should be replaced.
Overall this is an excellent house, property, and location. I would definitely stay again and will recommend this property to my family and friends.