[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Shell Cottage - Where Beach Dreams Begin Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113040000/113039300/113039288/657bdecd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113040000/113039300/113039288/a95877c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113040000/113039300/113039288/66eb07a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113040000/113039300/113039288/468029c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113040000/113039300/113039288/efe11079.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Hyannis Harbor, The Shell Cottage - Where Beach Dreams Begin has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom461 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Beach view - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## 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. ### The Shell Cottage - Where Beach Dreams Begin About Shell Cottage This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom studio offers a queen bed and two twin beds, making it perfect for couples, small families, or close friends. Inside, you'll find a cozy, well-appointed space with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The kitchenette includes a two-burner cooktop, small fridge, and coffee maker—ideal for preparing light meals. Enjoy your favorite shows on the Smart TV, stay connected with free WiFi, and rest easy knowing fresh linens and towels are provided for your stay. Unbeatable Location & Private Beach Access Just a short walk from your front door, you'll find a private beach where you can relax in beach lounges with stunning views of Nantucket Sound. Enjoy the peaceful sounds of the waves, unwind in the Adirondack chairs, or take a stroll along the shore. The shared BBQ area with a charcoal grill is perfect for an evening cookout with a view. Nearby Attractions Shell Cottage offers easy access to all that Cape Cod has to offer! Take a ferry to Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard, go whale-watching, or enjoy deep-sea fishing. You'll also find plenty of nearby attractions like scenic parks, historic lighthouses, charming shops, mini golf, museums, and more. About Seaside Cottages Seaside Cottages offer the perfect blend of charm and convenience for your Cape Cod getaway. Ranging from cozy studios to spacious three-bedroom cottages, these delightful retreats are nestled along the shores of Nantucket Sound in South Yarmouth. Guests enjoy exclusive access to a private beach, where soft sand and gentle waves provide the ultimate relaxation. A shared charcoal grill and picnic table area create a welcoming space for outdoor meals and gatherings. While some cottages boast stunning water views, all are just steps away from the beach, ensuring you're never far from the coastal beauty of Cape Cod. Important Information Occupancy: Up to 4 guests These cottages do not offer air conditioning, however, every cottage provides fans for cooling. Check-In/Out: Check-in at 4 PM, check-out by 10 AM Rules: Guests must be 25+ to rent, no smoking, no pets, and beach towels are not provided ​​​​​​ Free Tickets and Complimentary Activities! Create unforgettable memories and experience Cape Cod like a local! Enjoy $750 worth of daily exclusive free tickets to exciting local attractions through our partnership with Xplorie. Your amenities include activities such as Island Cruises, Whale Watch, Bike Rentals and admission to Whydah Pirate Museum. When you're not soaking up the sun on the beach, enjoy daily rounds of golf at Cranberry Valley or Chequessett Golf Courses and mini-golf for family fun. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 461 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34390000/34389200/34389183/08198c12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Sandy Beach, Truly Oceanfront,Private Decks, Free Kayak, Sleeps 5 Bass River - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Laundry - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 139 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=34389183&PinnedHotelID=34389183&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100610000/100605800/100605725/25bd57d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Darling ocean view cottage with a deck & shared yard - 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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 C0519223510 ### Property is also known as 922780 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.642784,-70.21109&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ofe%7DFhbpkL%3FU%3FS%40S%3FU%40U%40S%3FS%40UBS%40U%40QBUBSBUBS%40SDSBSDSBSDSDQDSDSDQFSDQFQDQFSFQHQFOFQHQFOHQFOHOHQJMFQJOHMJOHMJMJMJMJMJMJKJMJKLKJKLILKJKLILILILIJINILELILGNGLELENGLENELENENCLCNELANCNCNANALANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40NBNBL%40NDNBLBNDNDLDLDNFLDNDLFLFLHNDLHLHLHJHLHLHLJLJJHLJJJJJLLJJHLLLJLHLJLHNJLHLJNHPHLHPHNHNFPHNFPHPFNFPFPFRDPFPFPDRDPFRDRBPDRDRBRDRBRBRBRBT%40RBT%40PBT%40R%40T%40R%3FR%40T%40T%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FRATAT%3FRARATARCRARCTARCTCRCRCPETCRERERCPERGREPERGPGPEPGRGPGPGNIPGPINGPININIPILIPKLINKLINKLILKLMLILKJMLKJKJMJKHMJMJMHMHKHMHMHMFOFMHMFMDOFMDOFMDMDODODMBOBOBMBOBOBM%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAMAOAOAOCOCMCOCMCOCOEMEOEMEOGMEMGOEMGMIMGOGKIMIMIMIMIKKMKMIKKMKKKKMKKKMKMKMKMKMIMKOIOKMGQKMIQIOGOIQGOIQGQGOIQGQGSEQGQEQGSEQESESEQESCSESCSESASCSCUCSCUASASCSAU%3FSASAU%3FUAS%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=au421ZxUa90PF07kAE5G3SV2ZNI=) South Yarmouth, MA #### What's nearby - Whydah Pirate Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - Cape Cod Inflatable Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Seagull Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 km - Hyannis Harbor - 9 min drive - 7.8 km - West Dennis Beach - 14 min drive - 9.9 km #### Getting around - Hyannis Transportation Center - 13 min drive - Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Skipper Restaurant and Chowder House - ‬1 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Captain Parker's Pub - ‬2 min drive - ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Shell Cottage - Where Beach Dreams Begin pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is The Shell Cottage - Where Beach Dreams Begin located? > Nestled on the beach, this Bass River cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Thachers Beach and Gold Coast Parasailing & Jet Ski. Pirate's Cove Mini Golf and Bass River Sports World are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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