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Authentic Cape Cod Saltbox - Antique home with modern conveniences

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Living room
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Dining area
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 367.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Brewster, MA
  • Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Breakwater Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ocean Edge Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Authentic Cape Cod Saltbox - Antique home with modern conveniences

Thank you for visiting our site. Whether you are looking for one week or a few months, we invite you to consider our home. Please note that we accept only full week rentals from mid-June to mid-September, but anything from weekend to long term stays is most welcome during the rest of the year.

We are ideally situated, with an approximately 45 minute drive to both Provincetown and to Plymouth. Provincetown is near the site of the first landing of the Mayflower, and Plymouth is the site of the Pilgrims' first settlement. If you are interested in early American history, want to learn more about our country's beginnings, or simply want to see the area, this is the place for you. We are conveniently located for walks at the beach, fishing, golfing, fine dining, or enjoying our beautiful sunsets. And if you decide to stay at home, our yard is peaceful and soothing.

Our home, the Elisha Howland Saltbox, provides your opportunity to experience the unmatched essence of a true 'Olde Cape Cod' home. We offer a restored 1824 Saltbox with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. There is a separate rental opportunity on the property for two more guests in the detached cottage, though this is only available to guests in the main house, for an additional fee which is listed below. Our home is available for a minimum of two days to several months from October 1st to June 15th, and we welcome guests 52 weeks/year. During the summer season, we rent by the week. Please note that we do NOT supply bed linens and towels from June 15 to September 15, though we are happy to help you arrange them through a rental service. Please contact us regarding linens if you cannot bring them.

Our 1824 home is located in one of the most historic areas of Brewster. Small on size but big on charm, you will see many of the original features, such as the 'ladder' stairs, the old floorboards, the wavy glass windows carefully preserved, and a working replica of the original fireplace. Lovingly brought back to life, this restored antique home truly is a home away from home, complemented with all the modern comforts - fully equipped kitchen, dishwasher, basement washer and dryer, cable TV, DVD player, and wifi. We are open year round and welcome you for a visit, whether it's for a weekend, a week, a month or more. We welcome weekend guests during the winter, spring, and fall, and occasionally can accommodate stays of less than one week during the summer.

Located in a quiet residential area of the Sea Captain's town of Brewster, our home has a spacious yard featuring two flower gardens and a shade garden with a stone patio and sitting area. Adjacent to the patio is a water feature with a gurgling stream, making a lovely spot to sit and enjoy a cup of morning coffee or perhaps a glass of wine at the end of the day.

The detached cottage is a separate rental, which may be rented for additional charge by the week or for a shorter period, with a two night minimum stay. We are delighted to offer this space to our guests who rent the main house, to be used by families who would like to bring a grandparent or two, or by couples who enjoy vacationing together, but also want to respect each other's space. The cottage offers a queen bed, small sitting area with microwave, dorm-style refrigerator, TV, and a full bathroom with shower. There is a screened porch with a patio table for two. The cottage rate is $125/night for a minimum stay of 2 nights, or $750/week during the summer season. Please contact us for off-season per week rates. Daily rates remain the same. Please note that the cottage is not available as a separate and primary rental.

Property manager

Jane

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note the stairs.
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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
One week stays from Saturday to Saturday are required from June 15 to September 15.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 C0116630410

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brewster

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in West Brewster, a neighbourhood in Brewster. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Cape Cod Museum of Natural History and Cape Cod Lavender Farm. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Brewster, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Museum of Natural History - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Breakwater Beach - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Corporation Beach - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ocean Edge Golf Club - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Mayflower Beach - 10 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 19 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost Dog Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sesuit Harbor Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grumpy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ice Cream Smuggler - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Snowy Owl Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic Cape Cod Saltbox - Antique home with modern conveniences pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Authentic Cape Cod Saltbox - Antique home with modern conveniences?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Cape Cod Saltbox - Antique home with modern conveniences?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Cape Cod Saltbox - Antique home with modern conveniences located?

This family-friendly Brewster holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cape Cod Museum of Natural History and Paine's Creek Beach. Cape Cod Beaches and Breakwater Beach 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

Maren B.

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

Wunderbares Kleinod

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt , Jane hat uns sehr herzlich in Empfang genommen . Das Haus war sauber und es ist alles da was man braucht . Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

Wonderful vacation!

We so enjoyed our stay in the Elisha Howland saltbox! The inside of the home is so charming and the outdoor gardens are spectacular. We loved sitting in the shade and enjoying the wildlife that occasionally appeared, like a fox and a chipmunk. Jane is a fantastic host who was very communicative and left us a ton of recommendations for our visit. Would definitely return for another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry J.

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

Amazing stay at Cape Code Saltbox

We had a wonderful time at the Cape Cod Saltbox. My husband, adult daughter and I stayed for 4 days while vacationing in the area. It was a perfect home base to explore both sides of Cape Cod. The gardens are beautiful and I loved the lilacs surrounding the front door. We had our breakfast in the garden each day. The place was very clean and fully stocked for coffee, making meals, etc. The beds were comfortable as well. The stairs to the 2nd floor are quite steep, but after a day, we didn't really notice. Thoughtful details really made it a great stay. Jane shared a book with the history of the house, and a binder with tons of information about the area - good places for coffee, restaurants, beaches, ice cream, etc. We made good use of the grill, beach chairs and beach towels too. I highly recommend this adorable saltbox, and hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

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

Cozy cottage.

Authentic Cape cottage with attention to the period and history of its construction. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brian w.

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

Brewster cottage

Very clean, cute historic cottage, great grounds. My son and i stayed 2 nights/3 days 5/17-5/19 for fishing trip. Unfortunately the weather was tough and so was fishing. Great location to everything and all you need is within home. Given the age of the home, doors, especially front, and going upstairs can be tough for taller people like my son and i (over 6') and we banged our heads a couple times. Driveway is nice size, but flowering overhanging trees at street side made it tough to see either way and bit dangerous with my sons truck pulling into road. Road noise close to house in AM although not heavy traffic, can be loud when trying to sleep. We enjoyed our stay here, and it is very clean and great area. Working with the owner Jane was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Brewster

What a cozy and comfortable cottage! My friend and I had a lovely week, relaxing and exploring the Brewster area! This place is lovely inside and out! The gardens are gorgeous! Need to be aware that the stairs are VERY steep and if someone has mobility issues, this would not be a heed choice! Everything that we needed was there!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul & Irene S.

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

Another perfect visit

Always enjoy Jane’s beautifully restored house and her sweet welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Lovely place to stay

Very charming cottage. Excellent facilities. Full-size kitchen with all amenities. Everything we needed for a weeklong stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda I.

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

It was perfect!

We had a wonderful experience in this historic, Cape Cod cottage. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

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

Remodeled & updated but still has that rustic feel

We had an amazing time at the cape. The Sept weather was awesome. We used this as base camp to enjoy the beaches,hiking and Kayaking. The information book with restaurant recommendations was spot on. This little home was perfect for the two of us. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Property and owner are amazing!

The property was adorable and exactly as described. The stairs are steep just like she said, but I had no problem navigating them, and I’m mature and chunky! The beds were comfortable. Everything was clean and we loved reading the history of the little house. The owner was absolutely amazing, providing us recommendations for things to see and do, places to eat, and help during Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lee. I would 100% stay here again on a future trip to Cape Cod!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Anne W.

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

Elisha Howland Saltbox

Lovely restored antique home with an interesting history. Quiet and comfortable space for our base camp as we explored the outer Cape and the National Seashore! Great communication with the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

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

Lovely quaint original saltbox

Absolutely loved this place. It’s not for everyone as this home is very old and doesn’t provide all of the modern everyday conveniences. There is internet and it has everything you need but like all older homes it has some quirks. The upstairs bath has a very small tub and doesn’t have a hand held shower head but is perfect for children. The downstairs bath has a small shower. The stairs to the upper level are very steep so if you’re elderly this may not work for you. The home has a rich history and it was interesting to read up on it and then try to figure how things were originally. The owners did a great job keeping the authenticity during renovation. The gardens all around the house were absolutely gorgeous. Roses and Peony’s were in bloom while we were there but I’m sure something is blooming all season as there were many different types of plants. Hydrangeas among them. I knew about this home as I had lived in Brewster while raising my children and we built a 3/4 Cape using a lot of the authentic designs as well. It was a joy to stay here and walk back through the memories of time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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Excellent Rental

We had the best Sister Weekend! The historical salt box did not disappoint. The stairs are definitely a challenge, but the owner makes that clear in the descriptive write up and pictures on the website. Beds are very comfortable and we truly enjoyed ourselves. Thank you Jane!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven B., Rehoboth MA

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As listed

We stay at the Cape in different villages every year, depending on how much of the family can come. This year was just us. This lovely little cottage was conveniently located, had all the amenities we needed, and was just as presented in the initial description. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great Location

This is house is very interesting. Great location if you want to be on the northside. The owner, Jane, was great. She replied quickly to any of my questions and made everything simple. The house is a small, historic cape style house. The bedrooms are decent sized. The bathrooms are small but very functional. If you are a party of very tall people, this might pose a problem. The door from the driveway into the house is small, like 5'5", so taller than that and you are ducking to get in. The stairs to the upstairs are steep, there are pictures up that show it but still surprising in person. The kitchen had most things that you would need for cooking. The ability to rent the side-cottage on property is a great bonus feature. I would definitely stay here again if we wanted a house in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Cozy retreat

Perfect fit for the two of us. Clean, comfortable, very nice landscaped yard. Easy to communicate with host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley H.

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

Quaint, historical and absolutely lovely. Good location and plenty of outdoor area to relax.

Overall impression is we’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Cozy historic home

Wonderful property; we thoroughly enjoyed this unique historic home and the convenience of being close to downtown Brewster. Would recommend for couples or small groups of friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

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The Perfect Spot

The adorable and lovingly restored Elisha Howland saltbox is the perfect place to stay on Cape Cod. So historic and homey! Easy to get anywhere you want to sightsee. Just can’t say how much I enjoyed this stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

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

So lovely!

What a wonderful stay. Our first time to visit and Jane was extremely responsive even before booking. The booking process was easy and Jane was quick to confirm. The house is so charming and just what we expected from an old half-Cape salt box. It’s impressive how much effort they put into restoring it and telling the Elisha Howland story. It’s a great location to get to east or west side of the Cape. Pics of the garden don’t do it justice. We loved sitting outside enjoying coffee. Everything is as described and pictured. We can’t wait to return. Thanks so much, Jane!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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Elisha Howland House

Delightful historic cottage lovingly restored- so charming and cozy! Beautiful gardens. A perfect location for exploring the cape. The owner, Jane, is so thoughtful and accommodating..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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Capde Cod Rental

Overall as promised. Front of property is way overgrown and we couldn't find it at first. The smoke detector above the bed on the second floor was a constant annoyance as it flashes green all night long. Disspointed that linens were not provided. The rental linens did not fit. Couldn't figure out how to get the water fountain up and running.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane R., Hampton N.H. USA

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short getaway

Lovely home and beautiful gardens which were just starting to come into bloom. I have already decided that I must visit again when more flowers are there to welcome me. Would love to try "Grandma's" cottage with a friend. A very relaxing 2 days, drove to Chatham for lunch at the "Grey Goose" it was a perfect day!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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Vacation

It was a lovely place that fit our needs. I liked the quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jane

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Jane is a Brewster native, whose family heritage dates back to the earliest Pilgrim days. Her ancestors were among the first Pilgrims to settle in Brewster. She knows the Cape and New England well, and is always delighted to help with your trip planning.

Why they chose this property

We were thrilled when we were offered this property by the previous owner's family. It was their family's treasured Cape Escape for the past 50 or so years. Originally, the home was owned by the same family from the time it was built to approximately the 1930s.

What makes this property unique

Our home provides a rare glimpse into a simpler life in Brewster almost 200 years ago - but without the hardships that were endured in the olden days.

Languages:

English