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Private setting. This patio, with fire pit & outdoor shower, overlooks woods
Surrounded by trees,  our house is a private retreat.
Backyard deck off kitchen/dining area.  Weber grill.
Fully equipped kitchen, including spices, oil, vinegar, sugar, flour, etc.
View of dining / family room from the kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Centerville, MA
  • Cape Cod Melody Tent
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cape Codder Water Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Craigville Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PRIVATE OASIS:4min CraigvilleBch-AC-FirePit-OutdoorShower-BeachPass-bikes-kayaks

Relax in our spacious home in the perfect central Cape Cod location! A short bike ride or 4 minute drive to Craigville Beach. A BEACH PASS for Barnstable beaches is provided.

OUTDOOR AREAS: our house is at the end of a short, private road - surrounded by trees. Half the road is paved & half is gravel. The expansive side patio has a fire pit, outdoor shower, and comfy lounge chairs. The deck overlooking the backyard is a perfect place for outdoor dining & sunning - or enjoy reading on the rocking chairs on the front porch.

AMENITIES: fully equipped, our home has what you need! Gas grill, beach chairs & towels, lawn games, 4 bicycles - and more. The kitchen has a gas range, microwave, dishwasher, Keurig, crock pot, basic spices, sugar, flour, coffee, etc.

FIRST FLOOR: this is the hub of your vacation home, with an open kitchen-dining-family room (with gas fireplace), as well as a separate living room, laundry and half bath. The dining table expands to seat 10.

SECOND FLOOR: large Master Bedroom with a king bed and ensuite master bathroom; as well as 2 more queen bedrooms and a full guest bath.

THIRD FLOOR: the 4th bedroom has 2 twin beds – and loads of privacy. This room does not rent in the winter, as there is no heat. (Please note the first step of the stairs is open in this bedroom, so not recommended for young children.)

BASEMENT: another large family room provides the perfect place for both adults or children - with TV, foosball, ping pong, DVDs & board games.

PARKING: 3 cars can park in the driveway and 1 in the garage.

LOCATION: Centerville offers the perfect central location to explore the Cape. Just minutes away you’ll find beaches, biking, freshwater lakes, whale watching, restaurants, shopping - & more! For day trips to Nantucket & Martha’s Vineyard, the ferries are only 10 minutes away in Hyannis.

LOCAL ACTIVITIES: we are a short walk to the historic Four Seas Ice Cream and just a few minutes drive (or bike) to popular beaches such as the warm water south side beaches, Craigville & Dowses, and a 20 minute drive to the 6-mile long Sandy Neck Beach on the north side.

(Registration info: Massachusetts Registration #C0021980200 & Town of Barnstable Registration Certificate #19-5428)

Property manager

Dawn R.
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House not child-proofed. 2 child gates available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Beach pass must be left in the house when checking

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 C0021980200

About the area

Centerville

Located in Centerville, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Cape Cod Beaches and West Dennis Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hyannis Harbor. Travelling with kids? Consider Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod and Cape Codder Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Centerville, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Melody Tent - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Cape Codder Water Park - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Craigville Beach - 9 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Hyannis Harbor - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum - 10 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 18 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Misaki Japanese Cuisine Sushi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tropical Smoothie Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ninety Nine Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Steve & Sue's Par-Tee Freeze - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIVATE OASIS:4min CraigvilleBch-AC-FirePit-OutdoorShower-BeachPass-bikes-kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE OASIS:4min CraigvilleBch-AC-FirePit-OutdoorShower-BeachPass-bikes-kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE OASIS:4min CraigvilleBch-AC-FirePit-OutdoorShower-BeachPass-bikes-kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE OASIS:4min CraigvilleBch-AC-FirePit-OutdoorShower-BeachPass-bikes-kayaks located?

This family-friendly Centerville holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cape Cod Beaches, Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod and Long Beach. Craigville Beach and Barnstable Performing Arts Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

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

Our stay at Hill Creek Rd Centrrville

This is the second year that we stayed here and like the first time, we were delighted with the house. We will likely try to go back for a future visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Private setting.

This Centerville house was perfect! Just check in and relax. Everything was provided from a beach pass to the beach chairs. The spacious house was clean and comfortable. Our teens enjoyed the game room and we enjoyed the fire pit and private setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie P.

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

a perfect and beautiful home

this beautiful home was even more lovely in person, perfect in every way, enough room to spread out after a family day in town shopping or at the beach. property owners are very kind and helpful when we contacted them. a small bit of heaven. cannot wait to return, grateful for our joyful experience this summer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great rental

This was a great property to stay at. The house was spacious, quiet, clean, modern, and incredibly well stocked. It was a great space for my family’s needs and good location to launch our daily exploring adventures around Cape Cod. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Quiet family getaway

This was our family’s third year renting at this property. We love how spacious and well equipped this house is for all of us. The beach is a quick 5 minute drive and there are many great restaurants close by. We love how we can relax on the back deck, play ping pong or foosball with the kids in the basement, and make our own breakfast and lunch in the house. We will definitely be back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

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

Roger's review of Dawn's Vrbo House

The house was everything described in the listing. It was a great place to stay with my family. We were quick to book the place again for next year. Thank you Dawn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlyse B.

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

Wonderful stay in Centerville

Beautiful, comfortable house that had everything we needed for a great Cape vacation. Our party of 5 enjoyed the outdoor shower, used the grill, and appreciated the space this home provided. It’s about a 2 mile walk to Craigville Beach from the house and it is located in a beautiful secluded spot near a bog. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Namrata S.

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

Best vacation rental experience

This was by far my best vacation rental experience. This includes my family’s experience as well. We loved the house and attention to details for every little thing. We felt at “home” throughout our stay. If and when we visit the Cape again I am definitely going to rebook this property. We were so impressed with the house, decor, comfort, and all the amenities in the house. We are also very grateful for Dawn’s proactive communication and overall generosity. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Family Beach Getaway

Centerville is the perfect, quiet, Cape getaway that we were looking for. Craigville beach was a 5 minute drive away and provided us with hours of entertainment. This house had everything we needed, and more. The kids loved being able to play in the downstairs finished basement while the adults enjoyed some quiet time on the back deck. We were able to make breakfast each morning and pack lunches for our beach days. We had planned on using the fire pit to make S'mores but the weather had other ideas. This was our second year at this residence and we have already booked next summer! Staying here has become our annual family tradition and we can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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

Beautiful Home in a Quiet Neighborhood

We loved this property that we rented for a girl’s trip. The pictures in the listing are an accurate representation of the spacious home that is nestled in a quiet wooded neighborhood off the beaten path. Check in to the property was simple with a lockbox and keys. Dawn is an excellent host, and her home had everything you could think of. You can tell that a lot of thought is put into the comfort of the guests and anything they might need. Dawn provided notebooks with a wealth of information about the area and specifics about the home. A fully stocked kitchen with everything you need if you wish to stay in and cook. The only thing you need to bring is your clothes! Cleanliness is important to me and this property was the nicest I have ever rented. We loved Craigville Beach which was about a 6-minute drive from the home and appreciated the beach parking pass that Dawn provided. Hyannis was about a 16-minute drive where you can catch the ferries to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. If you visit, check out The Melody Tent which is an intimate setting for music performances that doesn’t have a bad seat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary I.

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

Amenities galore

Our family had a great time at this house. Comes complete with game room, great fire pit and relaxing areas. Great location to craigsville beach and Hyannis. Owner provided a lot of extras that made our stay most comfortable. Definitely recommend this house to anyone interested in this area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Amazing Cape Retreat

The best review I can give is that we booked next year’s stay three days into this week’s stay. Dawn has everything you need ready to go for the week. Plenty of beach chairs, indoor and outdoor games, and all you would need to make your stay welcoming. The house is extremely clean and well stocked with towels and beach towels. Everything we wanted to do was within a 5-20 min drive. The best part was that Craigville beach was only 5 min away and not crowded at all any day of the week that we went. We can’t wait for our stay again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene C., Pelham

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

Wonderful House

This House was fantastic !! Their were 6 adults and 2 children , we had more than enough space, and everything we needed, the owner( Dawn)keeps it well-stocked with cleaners ,paper towels and linens pretty much everything, The house was immaculate, (my kinda clean ) Close to everything and the beaches just a few minutes away . Their is so much to Love about this house We look forward to our next time .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

PERFECTION!

I cannot say enough about this amazing property. Dawn has gone so far above and beyond any other place we have rented to assure that guests are happy and comfortable. It was immaculate, beautifully decorated and has absolutely everything you will need for a glorious Cape Cod vacation.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy A., Corte Madera, CA

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

Wonderful home

This is a spacious, comfortable, clean property. Dawn is a fabulous communicator, flexible with our arrival and checkout, and made us feel very welcome. The home had everything we needed for a relaxing Thanksgiving weekend. We loved the house and would rent it again without hesitation. Thank you, Dawn!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ray N.

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

Over the Top

The house was so much better than the pictures. Though the pictures gave you a great overview of the property. The owners Matthew & Dawn had every comfort you would want. From a well stocked pantry of spices to every kind of cooking pans,pots,dishes & appliances to bring out the best in your cooking skills. We loved the deck in the rear right off the kitchen with a gas grill, spacious deck and plenty of sitting availability. The basement was my nephews favorite part of the house as it had a ping pong table & Fuzzball table, as well as a large TV for movies & music. The open floor plan of the main floor allowed our family of six to be together or separate but part of the morning & evenings activity of eating and cooking. The bedrooms were very clean, spacious with comfortable beds and bedding. The garage was well stocked with all sorts of sporting items to enjoy weather going to the beach, bike ride, canoeing ,kayaking or just playing lawn games. The location was within minutes of 4 beaches we visited and also Hyannis for nighttime entertainment. The property is located on a dead end road for total privacy , quite, peace relaxing and enjoying nature. As I mentioned it is Over the Top and I am sure my family & I will be back. Ray Nieves LI NY
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

First Rate Experience

This beautiful, well-kept and well-appointed home was the highlight of our vacation. You could not ask for a better VRBO experience. The location was peaceful and spacious. It made for the perfect family gathering place with the outdoor seating and the basement for the kids where they enjoyed foosball and ping pong. Dawn really thought of everything to make this such a welcoming and relaxing experience. She had many personal touches that made for a hospitable feeling, but without making you feel like you were intruding. The sheets were super soft and beds were very comfortable. The house was immaculate and parking was easy. We would welcome the chance to stay at this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathie M.

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

Great stay on Old Cape Cod!!!

The property was fantastic!!! Equipped with anything you could ever need, from kayaks to coffee pods. Dawn was very responsive to any inquiry we had. A great stay in a beautiful home
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Everything you could ask for

The house was immaculate, with a lovely coastal design. Dawn was informative about the house and also the changing COVID regulations. She filled the house with activities for every age range. It was a pleasure to be there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne and Glenn P.

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

Beautiful and private setting, yet centrally located on the Cape

First of all, the house itself was immaculately clean and had many little extras that we greatly enjoyed. The rooms were all spacious and the kitchen was well-stocked for those who enjoy cooking (even while on vacation). The master bath was spectacular and airy with a fantastic jetted tub and the beds in all the rooms were extremely comfortable. Second, there was plenty of outdoor privacy although we were only there a short time and did not really take advantage of all that the property had to offer. We mostly went off exploring the Cape (as this was our first time) and sightseeing the lighthouses and small towns. But it was a great house to come back to and unwind after driving around all day. Our two (older) kids also enjoyed the ping pong table in the basement. Finally, the welcome packet/binder that Dawn created that explains everything, gives restaurant suggestions, and lists numerous activities to try was incredibly organized and wonderfully helpful to us (Thanks, Dawn). Overall, we were very satisfied staying here and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

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

Meticulously maintained, family friendly, and all around AMAZING!

From the communications prior to our arrival to our check-out we were blown away by the attention to detail and care that Dawn takes as an owner. She sent lists of activities geared towards interests I expressed, including "open dates for early season," left a binder of restaurants and trips, and even left a gift bag to make smores in the firepit! It felt like our family stayed in a beautiful home, fully loaded with activities, that just happened to have a concierge! I can not say enough good things about this experience and am now setup to be disappointed by all future vacation rental properties.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Wonderful stay!

The house was very clean and extremely well stocked with pretty much everything you could ever want - now even including a turkey pan, thanks to our host, Dawn! It's well located and very private. We like to go for nature walks and the location of the house made it an excellent base. Our children and grandchildren came for a long weekend and enjoyed the pingpong, games and kids movies. There was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. We have been renting through VRBO for years and while we've had some excellent hosts, never have we encountered one as thoughtful and responsive as Dawn!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne O.

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

Everything and more that we were looking for

This home is beautiful and very comfortable. The pictures do not do it justice. Craigville Beach is less than 2 miles away - just a quick ride. Dawn has thought of just about everything that you would need to cook a meal or to be comfortable in your room. Dawn was a pleasure to deal with. We all (3 generations) had a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret d.

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

Wonderful vacation home!

We recently returned from this lovely appointed home in Centerville. Dawn, the owner, was easy to communicate with. She left detailed information about everything needed to utilize appliances, where to go. The home is very clean and in a private location. The fire pit was waiting with a supply of wood. The beds were very comfortable. Accommodations and decor are top notch! We appreciated the beach pass as we spent a good deal of time at Craigsville beach which is close by. Would definitely recommend staying here and we hope to return again ourselves!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

We loved it!

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit in July. Lovely home, tastefully decorated, thoughtfully appointed including special touches not found in many other rentals. Favorites mentioned by our family members: Extra blankets in every room. Soft towels! Roomy outdoor shower with roof, and raised floor so you are not standing in the water. Beautiful landscaping and outdoor gathering spaces. Room for yard games. Baskets in each bedroom included wifi connectivity info, water, nightlights and flashlights in case of power outages (there were none.) Rocking chairs on the front porch. Everything we needed in the kitchen. Plenty of parking, and garage storage for our bicycles. Best of all – Dawn was very welcoming and responded quickly to inquiries. We were so glad to be able to meet in person at the beginning of our stay. We would definitely stay here again!

About the host

Hosted by Dawn R.

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I always gravitate back to the ocean. I was born on Martha's Vineyard, but grew up in California and raised our family in Northborough, Massachusetts. Now that we are retired, I have once again found my way back to the ocean! I love to travel but always look forward to coming home.

Why they chose this property

Not knowing where we wanted to buy a house on the Cape, we looked from one end of the Cape to the other. When we saw our Centerville house - so perfectly located in the middle of the Cape - we knew we had found a place to make memories.

What makes this property unique

After years of looking for a vacation property, we fell in love with the house as soon as we saw the complete privacy of the property! The meticulous interior and spacious outdoor patios and decks were the clincher!

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