Charming Cottage, Steps From Craigville Beach.

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Located just steps from Craigville Beach

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Barnstable, MA

Craigville Beach
‪7 min walk‬
Cape Cod Melody Tent
‪5 min drive‬
Hyannis Harbor
‪7 min drive‬
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

The Cape is now open for visitors. Plan your Cape Cod escape to this quintessential cottage, directly on the Centerville River. Enjoy morning strolls on Craigville Beach or Long Beach, both just steps away. Launch your kayak from the backyard down the saltwater inlet w/easy, quick, direct access to Nantucket Sound. Bike to the center of Osterville for galleries, restaurants and a charming downtown. Or check out local Centerville favorites, including Four Seas Ice Cream and Craigville Pizza. Enjoy an evening BBQ in the backyard as the sunsets behind the river, where we often see heron and osprey. Or, stay inside and enjoy the peace and quiet of our beloved, whimsical Cape Cod cottage, equipped with everything you need for a great week away.

Property manager

Steve and Debbie Scheibel

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number C0194200200

About the area

Centerville

Located in Centerville, this cottage is on a river. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Cape Cod Melody Tent, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape Cod Beaches and West Dennis Beach. Cape Cod Baseball Hall of Fame and Cape Codder Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Barnstable, MA

What's nearby

Craigville Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Cape Cod Melody Tent - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
Cape Codder Water Park - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
Hyannis Harbor - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum - 7 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

Hyannis Transportation Center - 12 min drive
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Brazilian Grill - ‬6 min drive
‪Misaki Japanese Cuisine Sushi - ‬5 min drive
‪Sea Street Cafe - ‬6 min drive
‪Tropical Smoothie Cafe - ‬6 min drive
‪Ninety Nine Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage, Steps From Craigville Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage, Steps From Craigville Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage, Steps From Craigville Beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage, Steps From Craigville Beach. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Cape Cod Beaches and Long Beach. Craigville Beach and Barnstable Performing Arts Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

J P.

30 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely time

The Shrimp was great! Easy walk to a beautiful beach, comfortable and cozy house with easy instructions and great birding.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

14 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Centerville beach cottage

Charming.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

11 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whimsy & Ocean Air

We loved The Shrimp! The location can't be beat. Two beaches are within easy walking distance. And the house itself is charming, distinctive and filled with art. The owners were responsive and helpful. We hope to stay again and soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

17 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

We had a great time. The house was just steps from the beach and was perfect for our family vacation.

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

15 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family vacation!

The Shrimp was a perfect little getaway for a family of four! It has a great location on a wonderful street. Steve was a wonderful host and very easy to communicate with. My family can’t wait to come back next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

9 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Getaway

This was my second time staying here and it was amazing. I love the little house and how it's on a quiet street and close to the beach. Looking forward to returning soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

30 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Centerville

Wonderful stay at “The Shrimp” cottage. One of the best streets in Centerville. The beach down the street is a hidden gem. Great cottage for small kids- our 6 and 4 year old had endless fun exploring crabs at the little beach in the back of the house. Bring your paddle board!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

I booked this trip for my parents. They both came home with smiles. Excellent location and house was perfect inside and out.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin O.

6 September 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

simple cottage, pleasant stay

We love this location and the owners are very communicative. We were grateful for the air conditioning. We brought bikes and enjoyed riding up and down Long Beach Road. Thank you, Steve and Debbie!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

15 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away!

So close to the beach you don’t have to move your car at all! Cute little vacation place, perfect for a single person or couple. Perfect get away. Town was nice and quiet not full of tourists. Everyone was nice, loved it and will be back!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

1 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer 2021

This was my family’s 3rd year at The Shrimp, and it didn’t disappoint! Great location, very comfortable and Steve is very easy to work with. We will most likely go back for a 4th year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine B., Sharon, CT, USA

27 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As always…

A stellar getaway spot with Steve being the ever-attentive host!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenna L., Boston, MA

12 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Week in The Shrimp

My husband and I stayed for a week with our 2.5 year old daughter. The cottage was even better in person! It was the perfect size for 3-4 people, extremely clean and had everything we needed for a week away. We have now stayed in the Osterville/Centerville area of the cape for three summers in a row and this is by far the best location we have stayed. Long Beach is our favorite beach and it was only a short walk (about 8 mins). Craigville is also very nice and just across the street. If you are looking for a relaxing getaway, with or without kids, this location and cotttage is perfection! The backyard was incredible, with a river great for kids and sunset views. Steve, the owner, was also wonderful… making sure we were able to check in and everything went smoothly. We hope to stay next summer again! My daughter keeps asking to return to the Shrimp!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

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29 September 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

My review

Steve & Debbie were responsive & helpful. The view of the tidal river in the back is priceless, every day. Not even a five-minute walk from Craigville Beach, which is nice. Very quiet location. Unfortunatelyy, the cottage (more of a glorified shanty) was not up to standards at all. Washer & dryer broken, grill barely lights, no access for us to canoe or get to the river as advertised, main bedroom smelling of some kind of decomposition, and (the most disappointing) was the general state of disrepair and absolute filth. Couches, pillows, blankets, chairs & carpets looked like a murder had taken place. We could not wash anything because the advertised washer/dryer were not working. I was so uncomfortable there, I drove home to Boston or a nearby friend's house most nights. I guess it's a good base for day trips to the beach, but not really to use as a functional house. I don't mean this as a negative review (I have never left one), but rather an honest assessment. I guess buyer beware be at VRBO has no guest protection for anything like this, sine it's not an emergency and the place is habitable.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

1 September 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbeatable location

My family very much enjoyed our stay at the "Shrimp." The location is ideal, and it is a great spot to bike to Long Beach and take in the picturesque Cape views. The cottage was charming and as portrayed in the pictures. The view of the river was great and the kitchen was fully stocked with all cooking tools needed for a great week!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gina V.

22 August 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The shrimp is cute cottage with amazing location in proxity to beach

Quaint, comfortable, accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

9 August 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun visit to cape!

My husband and I and our two boys (ages 2 and 5) enjoyed our week at The Shrimp! Steve checked in immediately upon arrival to make sure everything was okay. The bay access and crab hunting was a great activity in between trips to the beach. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine B., Sharon, CT, USA

1 August 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing space

Steve and Debra are great hosts, they make check-in easy, always check in to see how you're doing and avail themselves to questions if any arise (they usually don't because they're so studious about keeping their renters in the loop!) Thanks again for another year of the super clean, cool and relaxing space called The Shrimp!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Y.

22 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Our family of 4 enjoyed our week at The Shrimp. The house was very clean and had all the amenities we needed. The short walk to the beach was perfect. The easy access to the river from the backyard allowed us to have fun kayaking and fishing. We also enjoyed some beautiful sunsets over the river in the backyard.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

12 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very comfortable home and the perfect size for my family of three. The location was great, we could walk to two beautiful beaches. It was very convenient to have an outside shower. Behind the house was a trail that led to the marsh waterway. We had fun catching crabs and kayaking. Thank you Steve and Debra!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maureen T.

7 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location on river and walk to 2 beaches within minutes

We enjoyed our stay. The house is as described and very clean. It was also well stocked with paper towels, etc. We took advantage of the easy river access through the path in back yard. Both Craigville Beach and Long Beach were within a short walk. It was nice having use of the beach chairs provided with the house. Check in was very easy and Steve responsive to questions. The week was overcast but aside from the weather this is a great location and comfortable house. Perfect for a couple or small family. I would recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

5 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Shrimp - A Slice of Heaven

My family and I enjoyed our stay at the Shrimp more than I can describe. It was the perfect location, and the house it’s self had everything we needed to have the perfect week. Steve was great to work with and made the process extremely easy. It was our first stay at the Shrimp but we look forward to many return trips! Peter & Laurie Moroney

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin O.

4 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just right

Our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kids) just enjoyed a very nice stay at "The Shrimp." The place is clean and comfortable. We had all that we needed. The owner was very welcoming and communicative. We definitely would like to stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Y.

11 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

This was our second year renting The Shrimp. The house is cute and the perfect size for our young family of four. The location is wonderful- close to two beaches and shopping. We had a small issue at the beginning of our stay, but Steve quickly responded and remedied the situation. We look forward to next summer!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine B., Sharon, CT, USA

29 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Effortless and smooth

Steve reached out a few days prior to our arrival and ensured we had all the necessary info for an effortless and smooth check in and stay. Cottage was super clean and so pretty. A safe spot for kids to adventure and bike too. Thanks to the Scheibel’s for a great place to call home for a week. Looking forward to next year

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Steve and Debbie Scheibel

Why they chose this property

Charming and relaxing vacation spot on the Cape

Languages:

English

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

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