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Pondfront. Newly Renovated Carriage House. Canoe, kayaks, deck, outdoor shower..

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Exterior
South facing deck with glass table, four chairs, sitting area and gas grill.
Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 686.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Brewster, MA
  • Nickerson State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ocean Edge Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Breakwater Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 half bathroom

Downstairs bath

Toilet · Shower only

Second floor bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pondfront. Newly Renovated Carriage House. Canoe, kayaks, deck, outdoor shower..

**New in 2024 - outdoor shower and sauna**. This antique carriage barn – completely renovated in 2018 – is situated on seven acres of private land nestled next to a beautiful pond. From your comfy abode you will have a view of the forest and, from your large deck, you will gaze out over the spacious lawns at the pond. Take a short paddle in a canoe or kayak (boats included) across this pond to the sandy beach and the clear, perfect swimming water of Long Pond, Cape Cod’s largest fresh water body. Grab your fishing pole to catch a largemouth bass in the prized fishing pond. The salt water beaches on Cape Cod Bay are a ten-minute drive, as is Main Street with such treats as the Brewster General Store, the Brewster Scoop ice cream shop, the Brewster Bookshop, the Brewster Fish House, Hopkins House bakery (best muffins and pies on the Cape) and the Snowy Owl (Cape Cod's best coffee shop). The ocean beach in Orleans is fifteen minutes by car; so is downtown Chatham.
The carriage house, built in 1883, has been lovingly restored. Most of the original beams and boards remain. It has been decorated with a mixture of antiques and comfortable new furniture. The first floor has a large room with dining and sitting areas as well as a kitchen area with modern appliances. There is a large full bath with tiled shower and heated floor, also located on the first floor (guests rave about the water pressure). The second floor has two bedrooms, a sitting area with a queen-sized fold-out couch, and a half bath. With the fold-out couch, the house can accommodate up to six people but please note that we usually do not allow six adults but will consider case by case exceptions. For more than four people, there is an extra charge of $25 per person per night for each person over age 10. There is AC throughout the house; the upstairs rooms have ceiling fans. There is an outdoor shower on the property for your use (FYI we also use it when we are home in the main house).
The owners live in the main house on the property and look forward to making your stay as perfect as possible. There is wifi suitable for streaming movies and shows but no TV in the carriage house. The downstairs has Sonos.
We are happy to accommodate rentals starting and ending on any day of the week, depending upon availability. We will consider requests to stay less than 7 days on a case by case basis. Monthly renters receive a ten percent discount. Please also note that under Massachusetts law there is no tax on rentals of 32 days or more.

Property manager

Matt Pawa

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
The rate quoted is for 4 people. There is a $25 per person per night additional charge for fifth and sixth persons over age 10.
Use of docks and boats is strictly at renters' own risk. Renters must sign a liability waiver.

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
This property uses solar energy
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number C0134280410

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brewster

Located in Brewster, this holiday home is on the waterfront. West Dennis Beach is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Adventure Chatham and Cape Cod Lavender Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Brewster, MA

What's nearby

  • Nickerson State Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Rail Trail Bike Shop - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Harwich Port - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Ocean Edge Golf Club - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Breakwater Beach - 11 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 26 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corner Store- Chatham - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bayzo's Pub at Ocean Edge Resort - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪J T's Seafood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Linx Tavern - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pondfront. Newly Renovated Carriage House. Canoe, kayaks, deck, outdoor shower.. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pondfront. Newly Renovated Carriage House. Canoe, kayaks, deck, outdoor shower..?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pondfront. Newly Renovated Carriage House. Canoe, kayaks, deck, outdoor shower..?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pondfront. Newly Renovated Carriage House. Canoe, kayaks, deck, outdoor shower.. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Nickerson State Park, Captains Golf Course and Sheep Pond. Rail Trail Bike Shop and Adventure Chatham are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie K.

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

A wonderful family getaway!

Matt and Elyse's home is just magical. The kids loved their whimsical carriage house, which was renovated thoughtfully and stylishly. Situated on a freshwater pond, we had a blast canoeing out to long pond and spending the evening together on the quiet beach. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

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

Really clean and lovely property!

Very rustic building beautifully restored and super clean with everything you need! Great communication with property owners excellent location, I would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Excellent VRBO

Matt and Elyse were high accommodating and responsive. The carriage house had a lot of charm and was perfect for what we needed. The dirt road to the house was a bit rough, but other than that, a very good stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G., UPPER MONTCLAIR

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

A great stay

This is one of our favorite VRBO experiences. The guest house, which faces the main house, is clean and well appointed. The setting is idyllic and good for kids, with ample property to explore, including 2 ponds with canoes and kayaks. Brewster itself is fairly low-key, but you can access the rail trail, beaches and other parts of the Cape with a 10-30 min drive. Communication is excellent, and owners Matt and Elyse are great - welcoming, but not intrusive. We're already plotting a return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

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

Peaceful week on the Cape

The house is well designed and even prettier in person; we had everything our family of five needed for the week. Beds were comfortable. Kayaks and canoe were fun to use for the five minute trip across the pond to the swimmable fresh water lake - which my kids (ages 9-15) did almost every day. The house is centrally located between charming Brewster and vibrant Chatham, a little closer to Brewster. The best swimmable open ocean beaches were about 25 minutes away, and we did find the trek worth it - especially for my two active teens. All three kids also spent a fun day taking surf lessons with Sacred Surf School, which the owners’ son owns. The owners, Matt and Elyse, live right next door and were communicative and helpful. Lovely home base for the week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ute S., Holzgerlingen

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

A place to forget about everyday life issues....

This house tells a story of 200 years and is so well maintained and very cozy. We greatly enjoyed being part of that story as we felt transported back in time. The property is quiet and peaceful and was perfect for us to rest and relax and enjoy the attractions of Cape Cod. We spent a lot of time at the beaches, which are a short drive away. Our stay at the "Carriage House" with two different ponds with paddleboats, kayaks and canoes kept our 13 and 16 year old boys busy. The kitchen and bathroom are totally new and very nice. Elyse and Matt cared so well for us with coffee beans and other kitchen basics and even brought us a deck of playing cards on (the only) rainy day. We were welcomed with flowers and a bottle of wine. They were happy to help us out in any way. We felt like we were in paradise with the tranquil, beautiful setting and all the fun things to do on Cape Cod close by. Too sad that our days on Cape Cod went by so quickly. Ute and Markus with Mattis and Jannis
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Not a property for us

I will start off by saying this is an absolutely beautiful home. Well cared for, well restored, clean. This part of the description was in fact accurate… My husband and I are 50 somethings from CT. We rented this home in January for our family of 4 for two weeks. Our children are grown and we knew they would not be able to come for the full time, but wanted them to have a room for when they could. Our daughter ended up having emergency surgery just prior to the trip, so she ended up joining us for the full first week. We had already invited 2 family members up for a few days, before knowing our daughter would also be there. When I book a home that accommodates 6 with the intention of only having 4, I have never had it be an issue if there was an additional guest for a few nights (staying within the 6 limit). Potential renters should be aware of the following about this rental: 1). There is an additional, non-refundable insurance fee required when renting. Not the usual refundable security deposit. 2) Owner’s home is less than 100 feet from the door of this house. The view from the deck is the owners home. If they are entertaining, you get this as your view. 3) You do not get the full house. There is an unfinished area occupying approximately half of the main floor (the area with the big barn door). This contains some of owners items (which are accessed daily), as well as a sleeping area for owners guests. Owners daughter stayed in the unfinished part of the rental for 3 days of our stay. Walls are thin - sound carries. 4). Owner says he ‘has to know’ of anyone you choose to come to the rental property. We were caught off guard upon returning from the beach with family with an inquiry on who was there and how long they were staying. This made the rest of the stay very uncomfortable. 5) Property listing indicates it accommodates 6. There is a pull out couch that realistically would only accommodate 2 small children in sleeping bags or 1 adult. There is no way to put sheets on this sofa (it is an odd layout when folded out). 6) There are no more than 2 parking spots at this property. Hard limit. Owner was able to find accommodations for our kids additional cars, however, this is not guaranteed. Cape Cod is a wonderful place to be, and we have stayed there and in Brewster many times before. Had we known any of the above items prior to booking, we would not have chosen this home for our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

William T.

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

Location, location, location

Amazingly quite stop on the cape, so easy to just sit back and relax here.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kai S.

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

A peaceful retreat with water view

This was our first time using Vrbo , what a great find.. While it is so close to everything - less than 10 min. to super market, local bakery, restaurants, local town beach, rail trail ..., the carriage house (authentic and well appointed ) itself is hidden away on this serene lake (pond) front property via a narrow private road. we are very happy to find this home away from home for a week and it is everything we have hoped for. We have a family of 5 with three young adult children , we enjoyed the lake as much as the beach, we swam , canoed and relaxed in the stillness and quiet that the property has offered. We were surprised on our last night with a huge rising golden moon over the shimmering lake , truly memorable. My oldest daughter later told me that she actually went out late at night just to be immersed in this magical light.. The host Matt and Elyse are very gracious and so easy to communicate , checking in and out are so easy. It was a truly special stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

carol g., Concord

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

Wonderful, quaint, and convenient spot to enjoy Brewster

Our family of four throughly enjoyed our stay. The pretty carriage house was clean, comfortable and perfect for our group. The pond was great fun for canoeing and paddle boarding. We didn't fish, but it looked like a great spot for it. The house is so convenient to the beautiful beaches and attractions of Brewster as well as the surrounding Cape towns. The hosts were very helpful, kind and pleasant to deal with! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandy T.

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

Peaceful lakeside retreat

We had a wonderful week at this very special property. It’s a beautifully renovated carriage house across the lawn from the main house with a tranquil view of a quiet neighborhood pond. Perfect size for a family with plenty to entertain the kids outside. After a long day at the beach, it was wonderful to return to this little paradise tucked away from the summer hustle and bustle. The owners are extremely gracious and generously share with their guests all the amazing amenities this property offers including access to two different lakes with a number of different boats to choose from. We could have easily stayed another week just to get to enjoy it all!

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Big HUNK of HEAVEN!

This home is the epitome of DIVINE! Beautiful renovation of a magnificent carriage house - every amenity - on a beautiful estate; set on a pond with a stunning garden and beaches and swimming ponds at your fingertips. Special hosts who shared their garden vegetables and were generous about questions. We are world travelers with a home in Europe and we sincerely appreciated the thoughtfulness that went into everything that made this a paradise!
Stayed 33 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Brewster Retreat

The beautiful Carriage House has so much character and little touches to make it very comfortable. It is a wonderful, secluded, peaceful retreat with a beautiful view of the pond. The fishing (which my 12 year old son and husband enjoyed), kayaking, canoeing, and swimming make it a great summer location. The owners, Matt and Elyse, were so helpful with info on nearby restaurants, walking and biking trails. They made us feel so welcome and at home. We left feeling relaxed and happy. We hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Matt Pawa

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This property has been in our family since 1969. We live and in the Boston area and have two grown children. We have countless fond memories of summers here.

Why they chose this property

This property is extraordinary and unique. It is very old property with a historic home and carriage house with large lawns and a beautiful view. It has exceptional privacy and serenity. For those who love swimming in the ponds, it is ideal. The large deck is a wonderful feature and is great for visiting, hanging out, eating and stargazing. The house is also centrally located to many of Cape Cod's amenities, including Chatham (15 minute drive), Wellfleet (25 minute drive), Cape Cod Bay, and Nantucket Sound .

What makes this property unique

This house is unique in that (1) it has pondfront and there is a sandy public beach on a large pond just a short canoe ride away; (2) it is exceptionally private as it is located on seven acres of land, most of which is protected conservation land; and (3) the house is historic yet newly renovated.

Languages:

English