Across from the serene Parkers River, this 4 bedroom Cape Cod home offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy water activities like boating, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing with unobstructed access to Nantucket Sound. A cozy fireplaced living room and full kitchen provide all the comforts of home while an outdoor patio, Tiki Bar and picnic table invite relaxation.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms209 sq m
Popular amenities
Beach view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach
Boat, kayak, paddle board, swim, fish, sunbathe, bike and enjoy the best of Cape Cod in this 4 bedroom , 2 bath, 2 story home located directly across from the Parkers River. Private dock on the River available to dock and launch your motor boat, jet skis, or other watercraft and water toys. River has unobstructed access to Nantucket Sound! Gateway Isle has a right of passage across the Red Jacket resort for a short cut to the beautiful sandy beaches along South Shore Drive. Just a short 10-15 minute walk, or an even shorter Surrey Bike ride, to many beaches directly on Nantucket Sound (with warmest waters on cape!), including Sea View Beach, Parkers River Beach, South Middle Beach. Short stroll to water sports rentals available at the Red Jacket resort, including parasailing, jet ski, boats etc. Cozy fireplaced living room, full kitchen, outdoor patio, Tiki Bar, picnic table, corn hole games, gas grill, washer/dryer,dishwasher,all the comforts of home, a hammock, tree swing chair, and outdoor shower too. Enjoy boating with unobstructed access to Nantucket Sound, just minutes from your dock on Parkers River. This home is situated in prestigious beach and boating community of Gateway Isles; where you can also enjoy the peace of this quiet waterfront neighborhood, bike riding for the kids and River activities. We provide free of charge two stand up paddle boards and kayaks for your use and enjoyment! We also have a 4-6 person Surrey Limousine Bike available to ride the family with style to the beach or around the neighborhood. Short walk to mini golf, beaches, arcade, restaurants & shops. The outside includes a patio, picnic table, gas grill, hammock, an oversized & fully enclosed outdoor shower. Inside we have hardwood floors throughout first floor level and carpeting upstairs. We assure you that quality, cleanliness and visitor satisfaction is our priority. We have rented out two other prime waterfront properties for over a decade, listed on homeaway, #105984 and 105982. Feel free to visit those sites for additional references and guest reviews Onsite activites also include kayaking, fishing, paddle boarding, Surrey limousine Bike, giant chess set, corn hole, tree swing, hammock, outdoor patio and bar, hammock and gas grill. We will provide 2 stand up paddle board, 3 kayaks and life jackets, no extra charge. You can kayak on the River down to Swan Pond or up the mouth of the River to Nantucket Sound. A short walk (or bike or kayak ride) for rental of other water toys, including jet skis, para-sailing and race boat rides at the Red Jacket beach resort. A short walk to beaches, Pirate Cove min-golf, Inflatable Water Park, shops, Pirate Musuem, restaurants and more. Prefer a private beach and private deck on Nantucket Sound? See our 4BR beachhouse #49 S. Shore Drive, just 0.6 miles away, listing homeaway #105982 Note— we do not list on Craigslist!!! If you see that flag it, beware of the fraud and please notify me Sorry, no pets, no exceptions.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a lake
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing 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)
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:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return Surrey keys to key rack inside house by door
Place house key under front door mat
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Sorry no groups of students, events or parties allowed. We rent out our home for Family Vacations only. That is how we keep it so nice!
The docks are seasonal- may not be in the river until Memorial Day weekend in May. Please inquire
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 fire extinguisher, 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 C0207853510
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach?
Check-out is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Charming Cape in prestigous Gateway Isles, Free Kayaks, Bike,Dock, River, Beach located?
This family-friendly South Yarmouth vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Pirate's Cove Mini Golf and Cape Cod Beaches. Thachers Beach and Main Street are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
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Nice, spacious house for our family. We loved the touches in the yard, use of the surrey, walking to a local small beach area and restaurant and use of the kayaks across the street. The owners were very kind and accessible before our trip and during the trip.
Perfect for us (2 adults, 2 young children) - but with more than enough bedrooms to have another 1 or 2 families there. Great weekend away on the cape. House is cozy, with everything that you need. We took advantage of the kayaks and paddle boards with a quiet river that leads to the beach. We had a great time. Hosts are very responsive, kind and generous. Would stay again
Everything was as decribed and everyone in our multigenerational family was comfortable during our stay. The surrey bike was so mucj fun to ride to the nearby attractions!
We had the best time! The house was awesome - clean and exactly as advertised- had plenty of room for my family of 3 kids (teens and tween) and my sister and my brother with his wife and two teens. The yard was the best - we grilled and played lawn games. Beautiful and quiet neighborhood - walked to the beach both days. Loved it so much. thank you for a great rental!
Great space for us. Everyone was comfortable sleeping. Some had to work and wifi was great. Beach was wonderful as was use of the dock across the street with the paddle boards and kayaks. The kids loved the paddle boards A ladder to get out of the water at the dock would have been nice. Also a railing going in and out of house would be helpful. I'm 80 so maybe It's just me
This rental is a short drive to several nice beaches. We loved having 7 beds in 4 bedrooms and a nice dining area and TV area. Some updating is needed on the main floor to make it brighter and in the kitchen and need better mattresses and A/C filters need changing. Kayaks were fun and surrey bike unique and fun outdoor shower. A good family spot.
We went in a girls weekend and the house was perfect. Location was amazing, so close to so many things to do, beach, kayaking, dining, shopping, mini golf, inflatable park ect. House was very clean with plenty of rooms, beds and bathrooms to accommodate us. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook in, big dining table to fit everyone. Lots of comfortable seating. Very nice backyard with fun tiki bar and hammock! Easy communication with questions. We will definitely be back!
Property and hosts were are at. Dawn and Steve are great owners. The home was perfect for our family if 4 plus our in laws to enjoy the beaches, River access, fishing, the Skipper and all of the fun the cape has to offer. Location was perfect as were the Kayaks and paddle boards that owners allowed property to use. House sleeps 12 comfortably. Great size rooms and ACs that did their job of cooling the house down with the East Coast humidity. Backyard was great, washer and dryer came in handy, access to the Parker River. Our family will be back and again Dawn and Steve were great with responding with texts and allowing us to check in a little early and out a little later. Highly recommend this property. Thanks for a great week!
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Diane H.
Jul 28, 2015
July Vacation
Our family rented this home - we were 7 adults & 2 kids (an almost 3 yr old & a 9 month old). The house is located in a very nice & quiet neighborhood. The house was clean & is very roomy, no one ever felt on top of each other. The upstairs bedrooms are very large, we had a pack & play in one of the rooms & there was still ample room to move around. The kitchen has everything you would need. The outside shower is large & private, very refreshing after a day on the beach. There is a tiki bar out back with a hammock, a bench, & 2 picnic tables. There is so much room inside & out. There are kayaks, paddle board & boat, a surrey bike for your use. There wasn't enough time to enjoy it all!
Most important, the owners, Dawn & Steve, were a pleasure to work with. If we plan a vacation next year, we wouldn't hesitate to rent this home or anything else from Dawn & Steve.
Diane H.
Archival
4/10 Poor
eclerkin@verizon.net C.
Dec 7, 2015
Preview in person before renting
I took this rental without previewing it. This is one of those listings that once you arrive, you immediately get the listing on the computer to see why you thought it would be something different. The house is across the street from the owners main house (river waterfront), and you walk across the street and through their yard to access a dock you share with them. Your rental does not have a summer water view. Maybe peeks in the winter between the river front homes. Pros: 4 good size BR's; small boat/kayak mooring; 1/2 mile walk to local ocean beach; surrey pedal bike is fun. Cons: House is old and dark; living areas are small; Lawn is small and in need of maintenance; owners across the street. Overall: Overpriced if you do not need a boat mooring.
Front Door and foot jamb were broke when we arrived. Four big black bags of garbage were in yard when we arrived. It was not our garbage Next the TV shut down in the middle of the Olympics'. Host fixed the TV. Next morning. the large flock of Crows spread the garbage all over the yard. Host picked up the garbage, but thenTV broke down again. Next the family was doing a puzzle water began flowing out of the laundry room. My son in law removed the laundry room doors in order to remove the washer and dryer. He removed a large amount of dirt lint from the washer drain with a coat hanger. Then the tv cable broke down for a fourth time. The cable company came and strung a new cable. On friday we were taking showers in preparation for departure and the toilet overflowed all over the bathroom floor. My son in law tried to open the toilet with a plunger and the water started flowing out of the laundry room again. We believe we deserve a rebate. If this is how VBRO does business you have lost a customer. Dr. Powers
Great time on the Cape with family & friends! Property is well maintained and owner is very responsive. Great property for a diverse group. The Beach was within walking distance and the dock across the street for kayaking was super fun. The neighborhood is quiet and the area has good restaurants and other fun attractions such as Putt-Putt and an Inflatable Park. Everyone in my group enjoyed their stay!
We stayed for 5 days at this house. It’s well furnished and clean. The house itself is dated, but it’s charming. The River activities are awesome, and we spent every day making use of the paddle boards and kayaks. The nearby beaches are nice and not too crowded.
The house itself is older and could use some updates. The main floor is dark and could use either more light or just a coat of bright paint on the dark wood paneled walls. The kitchen is small but functional. I’d suggest bringing all the ingredients you need because, other than actual cookware and utensils, there was pretty much only salt and pepper and aluminum foil. Many other rentals have spices, oils, and some more food storage options.
Overall, the house is nice, clean and spacious. You’re paying for the space and the fantastic location. Don’t come expecting a modern and updated rental, but a clean and functional home base great for an extended family.
The house was very comfortable with plenty of sleeping options and several sitting areas. It was very private and we loved the dock area across the street. The beach was perfect, seemed private rather than public.
This house was in an amazing location. Easy drive to Hyannis. The house itself was very clean, but very dated. Lots of spiders. We didn’t really use anything in the yard. We brought our own corn hole and set it up in the road because there wasn’t a lot of yard space. Also, the outdoor shower was not someplace I’d probably want to rinse off in. Owners were very nice and attentive.
The house was exactly as described. The owners were easy to communicate with and when there was a need to communicate with them, they responded quickly and helpfully. The limo bike and dock were great additions to the stay and added an extra element. I would stay there again in a heart beat.
We stayed in this property for a long weekend for a multi-generational family getaway. The house was very comfortable with plenty of space for our group of seven. The kitchen is well equipped and the yard is lovely. We had an added bonus of watching the bunnies frolic in the yard. Unfortunately, we did not have good weather so did not take advantage of the water toys that come with this property. Our only complaint is that the heat was not working, so the house got quite cold (I am guessing we were the first renters of the season). The owner was very responsive and sent someone right away to address the problem. The only other note is that this property does not come with bed linens or towels, so you either have to bring your own, or order from one of the local companies (which is what we did since we flew in) for an extra cost.
I loved the property and the access to the water toys. The house was comfortable and there was enough space for my entire family. It's often tough finding a place to accommodate three generations. My son and grands rode around the neighborhood on the 6 person bike and that was cool. The only suggestion I would offer is updating the beds on the first floor. They were not very comfortable. We hope to return next year in the summer when we can take full advantage of the water.