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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 17

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Harwich, MA
  • Harwich Port
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Ocean Edge Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Chatham Lighthouse
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Harwich

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Cranberry Valley Golf Course, this cottage places you within a few miles (5 km) of Cape Cod Lavender Farm. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Lavender Farm - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Harwich Port - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Bank Street Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Ocean Edge Golf Club - 15 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Chatham Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brax Landing Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ember Coal Fired Pizza & Wings - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sundae School Ice Cream - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Marion's Pie Shop - ‬7 min drive

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!
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 7 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

Property manager

Sarah S Cousins

Languages

English

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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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Well -behaved pets 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number C0241351260

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Harwich, close to Harwich Port, Bank Street Beach, and Ocean Edge Golf Club. You'll also find Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod Lavender Farm within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront cottage include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.

Are there hot tubs at Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal), which is 14.5 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal), which is around 27.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups!?

Yes, every accommodation at Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups! comes with a deck with some featuring beach views.

Avoid crowds with private lakefront beach perfect for large groups! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly pond-side site in beautiful Harwich on Cape Cod.

Our family is big on camping and the great outdoors. This location is a good match for us. Let’s call it rustic. The host is gracious and a good communicator. The “cabins” are rustic and charming, maybe they have some of the original parts from the 1950’s? We enjoyed the private beach and the kayaks, canoes and beach toys. Campfires were terrific fun. Games galore available on site. Kitchen well equipped. Barbeque was handy. Our group had a marvelous time. This is not a fancy resort, if you are super fussy about cobwebs, mildew or leaky screens, this is not the place for you. It is a bit like camping. We plan to return; it is a very unique and special spot. We had a wonderful time!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Family Getaway

Imagine staying at an old style Cape Cod compound where you have the privacy of your very own beach on a large tranquil pond in the middle of Cape Cod. It is minutes to the bike trail, walking trails, great restaurants, shopping, the Bay, the Sound and the Outer Cape. J.J. includes three rustic cabins- one common cabin which includes a great room, large kitchen and bath. In addition there is a bunk house which accommodates two couples with children, and another cabin suitable for one couple with children. Owners are warm, very responsive, engaging and flexible. It was a sweet, relaxing retreat that helped to create wonderful family memories to last a life time. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judi B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great reunion on the Cape

Some 23 of us, arriving at staggered times, had a wonderful experience. We visited places all over the Cape, sat and played on our private beach, and thoroughly enjoyed the variety of water craft. There was truly something for everyone. There were two cousins, ages 8 mo and 5 mo that entertained us as well as two cousin dogs who romped and played endlessly. It was FABULOUS!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connor D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Stay in Harwich

I first reached out to Anne on VRBO regarding her property she shares with her family. From the first message until the last message after our trip, she was nothing but completely responsive and helpful. She shared a list of everything they have to offer at the property including trash, amenities, things close to the cottages, etc. The pictures on the website are absolutely accurate and the entire place is more than worth the price. We didn’t run into a single issue while we were there. There’s plenty of space for 15 people and you can make room for more if needed. The pond is right down the woods trail and was perfect. The cottages were in immaculate condition, the grill worked amazingly, there was plenty of seating, and plenty of room for having fun outside. Our group, for example, played corn hole, grilled, had a fire, sat on truck tailgates, and we still had room for more. I would highly recommend anyone contact Anne if they want a beautiful, serene location for some family or friend time and you have a large group. Our group even discussed making it a yearly tradition to use this place! Anne, once again thank you so much! It was truly a wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what I expected

The property was perfect for our group, and it was exactly what was promised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sasha H., Brooklyn, New York

Liked: Cleanliness

Glamping in the Best Way Possible

This trio of cabins, nestled in the trees on the pristine John Joseph pond, is situated close to each other but still provides private quarters for individual families traveling with friends. The kitchen is in its own building, along with a great handout room, so people who want to stay up later (our children) can, without disturbing sleepers. A huge and fabulous fire pit roughly centered among the buildings is surrounded by comfortable Adirondack chairs and provides a cozy gathering place after a long day of hanging out on the private beach, accessed through two well-situated paths in the woods. The beach, oh my, it is really special, with kayaks and at least one canoe, a paddle board, beach toys, etc., as well as two more fire pits which our industrious friend used for a day-into-night cookout to great effect. The beds are comfortable, there is plenty of room to sprawl out, and our hostess, Anne, was super responsive and welcoming. If you are looking for luxury, this is not your place, but if you can deal with a bit of rough and tumble, this place is magic.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Beautiful setting

Property was a very nice place to spend a family vacation. The setting on the lake was beautiful and the kids really, really enjoyed playing in the water. The private beach was great. Loved making s’mores every night. The kitchen was well supplied and we didn’t miss anything. Beds were comfortable and we slept well. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Jean P., Dayville, Ct.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Lake

Beautiful stay , we didn’t have the best weather. Still had a great time. Difficulty walking the paths if old🤣😂
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay. Pond was great

Nice relaxing stay. Pond was great and rustic cabin was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G., West Hartford, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time in the woods on the lake

Our family had a wonderful week in the woods and on the lake at this property. Staying in the various rustic but clean cabins surrounded by trees but close to everything was such a source of calm and relaxation during these trying times. Anne is a wonderful host and was very responsive. We enjoyed the kayaks, canoe, float, dock, sunfish, and fished on the lake. We built a campfire every night and enjoyed reconnecting and relaxing as a family. The kitchen was well stocked. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Jesse C., Boston, MA

Beautiful Getaway

This property is spectacular with its private pond access, cute cabins, and ample outdoor space. If you're looking for luxury features and modern lodgings, this place isn't for you. If you like the cabin life and don't mind something cozy, this place is definitely for you. The pond can't be beat and the water sports equipment is such a huge plus! Owners do live on the property (it's a massive lot and their house is a 3-4 min walk away), so you do occasionally run into them, but they are lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beazie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extraordinary, one of a kind property

The camp on John Joseph Pond is not to be missed. It's rustic in the best way with 3 wonderfully quirky cottages with plenty of space (there were 15 of us) on a beautiful and undeveloped piece of land with private beach and pier. You feel away from it all and yet groceries are just a short drive away. Places like this are hard to come by on the Cape. It made for a perfect two week "Camp Covid" stay for 4 families and 3 dogs.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

amy m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay on beautiful pond

We had a wonderful week on the pond. Two families with kids shared the property. Lots of room for all of us. Really appreciated all the great spots with lots of seating for all: at the beach, the fire pit, outdoor and indoor dining tables. Such a great getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane Marlen v.

Magical

This place is so magical! It is right on the lake. We enjoyed BBQs in the evening, singing around the bonfire at night, and going kayaking during the day. This place is awesome for large groups. We went with a larger group that stayed in different houses and gathered at night in this place. There are three spots to do bonfires, lots of seating and a big space to hang out. We had no complaints about noise either. The lake is so gorgeous and it comes with several kayaks, canoes and a litle sailing boat which was really fun to try. Every morning some people would wake up and have coffee on the peer and go kayaking. The houses are rustic, and very lovingly furnished. We felt immediately at home. There is also a large kitchen and two fridges (one in another cottage) which was great for storing large quanitities of food. Thank you for making our graduation trip so amazing! We also had one child there (age 9) and she was in tears when we were leaving because she loved it so much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Fantastic property and location!

Anne and Dick’s place has three good sized cabins on a beautiful piece of land that has access to two fire pits and a great private beach. Our weekend get together had 17 people and we played golf at the nearby Captains Course in Brewster which was only about a 10 minute drive. We ended our days around the fire pits while grilling on the back patio. This truly is a great location! I would highly recommend these cottages to anyone and I will definitely be coming back here again with family and friends. I can't forget to mention that Anne and Dick had delicious homemade brownies waiting for us upon arrival. The perfect vacation spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Greg D., Hanson, Ma

Great property for multiple families and or friends!

3 good size cottages. Plenty of space for all family and/or friends to gather around the fire pit between cottages or down on the beach. My party had got together for a weekend and went deep sea fishing one day and golf at cranberry golf course about a mile away the second day. Camp fires and grilling to end the days. Great property and great hosts. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Beautiful cottages on the lake!

Anne and Dick’s place is a perfect cape cod getaway! Plenty of beds, great kitchen and lots of outdoor seating. The lake is absolutely beautiful and relaxing. This place is great for a large group! you could easily spend all your time relaxing at the house or if you want to go out they are close to beaches and restaurants. Would highly recommend these cottages to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bill L.

Great location

Great place for large group. Lots of things to do nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018