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Lovely family home in the heart of historic Cotuit. Beach pass included.

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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COTUIT, MA
  • Loop Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Cotuit Center for the Arts
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mashpee Commons
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Falmouth, MA (FMH-Otis Air National Guard Base)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Master

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Sleep loft adjacent to kitchen

1 Child Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bath

Toilet · Shower only

En suite Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower

Outdoor shower

Upstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Lovely family home in the heart of historic Cotuit. Beach pass included.

Celebrating 10 years of excellence, this is one of Barnstable’s longest continuously rented owner-managed homes—an elegant, understated, and beautifully curated beach retreat in the heart of historic Cotuit Village, nestled along the warm waters of Nantucket Sound.

Here, your vacation is about simplicity and connection. Walk to the local market, charming restaurants, the marina, and Cotuit’s famed Rope and Loop beaches. Catch a Kettleers baseball game, immerse yourself in the village’s vibrant intellectual and artistic summer community, and savor the timeless beauty of this coastal haven.

Built in 1901 and thoughtfully renovated, this home blends historic charm with a refined European sensibility, furnished by a professional interior designer. Guests often describe it as an understated yet elegant classic, designed for comfort and togetherness. The chef’s kitchen—a joy for those who love to cook—is as beautifully equipped as it is designed. Many guests say the only downside is not wanting to leave—not even for an evening drink!

The lush garden, lovingly tended by the homeowner and featured in Cotuit’s annual garden tour, offers a tranquil escape. Lounge on the deck or screened sun porch while children play in the yard, dive into a book, or explore the many LEGO sets, board games, and classic kid-friendly films. The basement office with a printer provides a quiet space for telework.

A residential beach pass grants free access to 15 pristine beaches within a 15-mile radius, and the home includes bicycles, beach gear, sports equipment, and four kayaks.

For larger gatherings, consider renting the adjacent one-bedroom cottage (HomeAway #3805103)—a charming private retreat with its own garden and driveway.

Beyond Cotuit’s uncrowded, almost private-feeling beaches, you’ll find fantastic shopping and dining in Mashpee Commons and Osterville, blending coastal relaxation with a touch of luxury.

Join me in celebrating 10 years of “excellent” hospitality! Managing this home while living in Europe and raising five children has been an incredible journey—made possible by the support of wonderful guests, neighbors, and friends. A heartfelt thank you!

Property manager

Miriam Everhart Francova

Languages

Czech, English, French, German, Polish, Russian, Slovak

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

Important information

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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 C0222820200

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cotuit

Located in Cotuit, this holiday home is near the beach. Hyannis Harbor and St Mary's Episcopal Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Ashumet Holly Wildlife Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Mashpee River Reservation and Cape Cod Children's Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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COTUIT, MA

What's nearby

  • Loop Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cotuit Center for the Arts - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Mashpee Commons - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Popponesset Beach - 17 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Craigville Beach - 21 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 27 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagel Haven - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Honey Dew Donuts - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lanes Bowl and Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jimmie's Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely family home in the heart of historic Cotuit. Beach pass included. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely family home in the heart of historic Cotuit. Beach pass included.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely family home in the heart of historic Cotuit. Beach pass included.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely family home in the heart of historic Cotuit. Beach pass included. located?

This family-friendly Cotuit holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cape Cod Beaches and Loop Beach. Mashpee River Reservation and Mashpee Commons are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

mina

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

Review of house

Pretty house, the owner was very nice, and communicative.. and helped accommodate an early arrival request. A few things that are detractors: As I explained to the owner, the fees are double the price of the cost per night. I find them excessive there is no reason for two fees on cleaning. I had no choice for the weekend and what I was doing - otherwise I would have reconsidered. Also, speaking of cleaning fees- There were dishes left in dishwasher, a used k cup in the coffee machine & coffee mugs were stained and looked not clean on cupboards, there was animal hair or human hair on sponges in sink & more uncomfortable for me- on the sheets and pillowcases of bedroom I slept in. So the house did not live up to my expectations in terms of cleanliness. The mattresses were not great- I also wish that if VRBO owners do not want a specific demographic- like bachelorette parties - which is understandable, to rent their property … just say that in your listing. I don’t appreciate the coyness of dialogue- masked as an interest in me or my life as to why I am renting this house. I can do without that. Or if I am renting an entire house - why are you asking me how many beds should be made or towels will be needed? I paid for the entire house - including expensive linen fees.-you can buy new towels each time someone stays there for those fees. And I had 2 potential friends coming down - but things were up in the air and I didn’t appreciate the questions on that topic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah F.

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

Amazing stay!

Would recommend! Very cute area and house with all amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa K., Gainesville, Georgia

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

Cotuit ❤️

Beautiful home we always enjoy our time in Miriam’s Cotuit cottage. Cotuit is a breath of fresh air and tranquility in an ever changing world!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Lovely as always

Second time we have stayed at Miriam’s house. It’s such a nice home. It’s neat and clean and homey. Very nice location close to beaches & town. Roomy kitchen & dining area and a comfortable screened in porch. We had 6 adults (4 adult children) and it was comfortable for all of us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan r.

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

lovely home with cottage

This is our 10+ year renting on the Cape but our first time at Miriam's property. Our family of four booked the house but not the nearby cottage. The house and garden/yard was well kept and the home large and comfortable. WE especially enjoyed the well stocked kitchen as we cooked many of our meals there. House has both heat and AC so would be good for any time of year stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah D.

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

Great house, great location!

We had a lovely stay at Miriam's house for our first family vacation with our two infants. The house was well cared for and situated. It also worked well for kids and has toys and a crib. When we had any questions or anything came up, Miriam got back to us quickly and was a lovely host! Would recommend to others!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S., Nashville, TN

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

Great family get away

We loved our stay here! The house is charming and fun for kids. We were travelling with our young children and they loved the fun toys, swing sets and kids room. The home is well equipped for families with young kids with bunk beds, a play loft, crib, high chair and booster seat. I enjoyed morning bike rides using a bike from the shed. And the location was convenient to the market, playground and local dock. Overall, we had a great time and enjoyed the charm of Cape Cod. Miriam was helpful, quick to respond to questions and made us feel very welcome! I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen W.

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

Everything about this charming house was well though out, tasteful and convenient.

We loved having a place to stay near family and friends while attending a wedding on the Cape. The place was beautiful inside and out. Our stay could not have been better!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

James R.

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

Fantastic Stay

The property was excellent and really just an amazing stay. The only issue we experienced was the A/C system was not working. The owner who lives outside the US was very much in contact with us and did let us know that she had window A/C units in the basement that we were able to use and it made a big difference. We are considering coming back next year to the same property as we had a really great time here and the town is really just very quiet and the local restaurant and market are just what you would expect from a New England town.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louisa Y., Concord, MA

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

Beautiful home, wonderful location

They home is just as the photos and descriptions say. It is clean, beautifully decorated, best stocked kitchen in a rental I have ever seen. We found the beds a little firm for our liking but that is personal preference! We ended up buying a pad at Target and then all was good. Walking distance to the beach and the sweet country market. This is a great option for aa wonderful Cape experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

A+ Home - the best stay in Cape Cod!

This home blew us away - it had everything we could have dreamed for and was stalked with anything you could imagine! You truly feel at home here and really get the quintessential Cape Cod experience! From the screened-in porch to the beautiful backyard and the large communal kitchen area, you have so many great places to spend time in and enjoy with your family. We loved all the unique personal touches Miriam had at her home and we’re grateful for the beach pass access. We also really enjoyed being able to walk to the dock and go kayaking or fishing right down the block! Highly recommend this home - we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Well-appointed pretty home

This is a very pretty home with a well-equipped kitchen for cooking and plenty of gathering areas. It is light, bright and very clean. I thought it might be a little small, and it is not a big house, but there was plenty of room for everyone (5 in our family and occasionally more with friends visiting for dinners). We were able to spread out in the dining room and screened porch. We also used the grill to cook and had some nice dinners outside at the picnic table. Upstairs, the bedrooms are a little small but it’s fine, considering you’re just upstairs for sleeping. I liked the location, the lovely yard was very private. The home is close enough to the beaches that you can walk or ride a bike to them. And you can bike to the Kettleers games. Very enjoyable stay and everyone is looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 26 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Agnes B.

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

Great for a family getaway.

Beautiful house, stacked for all your needs. Great master suite. Plenty of room for gathering downstairs. Between tastefully decorated living room, fully equipped kitchen, large dining area, screened porch and outdoor patio there’s simply not enough time to enjoy it all. We’ve had a great time staying there for Memorial Day weekend. Very friendly and accommodating owner. Highly recommended rental property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

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

May rental

We were able to relax and enjoy Cotuit as we progress with our home renovation.
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ciprian C.

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

Lovely house for April Break

Our family of two adults and two children (11 and 5) enjoyed the April break in Cotuit. The home is cozy, had plenty of space for us and could easily accommodate a larger family. The kitchen has everything you need for cooking and serving meals, which was quite useful during the pandemic. Unfortunately, it was too cold to fully enjoy the screened in porch but I’m sure that’s lovely in the summer. Somebody else was renting the backyard cottage during our stay but that didn’t bother us at all. The house is in walking distance from the beach and in a short driving distance from the bike trails. It is also conveniently located for exploring Middle Cape or taking day trips to P-Town. The owner is very nice, responsive, and accommodating. Overall, a very enjoyable house that I would highly recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Néstor U., Brookline, MA, USA

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

Very nice property

The house is very charming, very nicely appointed. We will be coming back. The only downside was that the playhouse was not really interesting, as it is mainly a shed with a side structure for climbing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gildas Q.

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

Enjoyable vacation in Cotuit

Our family of three enjoyed our vacation in Cotuit. The cottage is ideally located in a charming area of the Cape. The cottage offers all amenities for families. We particularly enjoyed the large and well equipped kitchen. The owner is friendly and responsive. Our only regret was not to stay longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Nice quiet spot to explore the Cape!

We enjoyed our stay in Cotuit for a long weekend. The house was thoughtfully set up for guests and had a great kitchen and outdoor space and porch for food and relaxation. Overall, a very nice stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Feels like home

A beautiful home and property. So easy to relax inside and out. Just pack your clothes and everything you’d ever need or want is there. Love the porch! Craig and Miriam are so welcoming and warm. This is our second time staying at their home and will come back again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Duncan L., Larkspur, CA

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

Cape Cod family holiday

I would highly recommend this well appointed home for a weeks holiday. The property is stocked with everything you’d need and is close to a number of beaches. The owners are both responsive and flexible, greatly enhancing the overall experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D., Little Rock AR

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

Lovely Cape cod house

We stayed here with our 4 children from 13 to 4 years old. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed our stay. It's in a quiet neighborhood with a nice playground, library, and market with bakery treats just down the road. You have a beach pass which is great because a lot of beaches are not public. Loop beach is a very nice one just about 1 mile away. 3 bedrooms on 2nd floor with 2 bathrooms up. Small sleeping nook down for 1 smaller kid. One full bath down too. Awesome screened in porch for hanging out or coffee. Very nice and well appointed kitchen. Many board games books and toys for kids. Beach towels and toys available and plenty of them. Even bikes and a canoe available. Outdoor shower is very helpful. You may have to share your yard with the cottage in the backyard if someone is there. There was not during our stay but it would be a minor thing. Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Cozy

Wonderful cape cod setting. Responsive/courteous owners who deliver on their promises. Good location for day trips all over the cape. Home is warm and friendly. No surprises which is key to a great vacation. Highly recommend and would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Wonderful house, great for families!

We had a lovely stay in this house in Cotuit. Pros: - Very clean & updated - Very polite & responsive hosts - Kid friendly (playset in back, crib & changing area with tons of baby supplies, toys, tub, etc. - Walk to beaches - Wonderful living space (sun porch is beautiful, living room is comfy, kitchen is spacious with enough room to cook & eat with 2 families / 9 people) - Beautiful backyard with grill and dining table - Outdoor shower for after beach - Bunkbed & trundle in the kids room so all 4 could sleep there - Well stocked- Lots of cooking supplies, bathroom supplies, beach stuff, towels, etc. - beautiful neighbordhood with Park/playground down the street, and a good restaurant close enough to walk to (Kettle Ho) Cons: My sister said that her bed/mattress was uncomfortable (sinking in middle I think) & needed to be updated. She was not in the master or the kids room but the other one. Master bed was was fine for us- firm but comfortable enough. All in all a good stay and we would recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Julie K.

The property was very cared for with lovely landscaping.

I appreciated the attention to detail & the comfy interior design. Mariam & Craig were very responsive to all my requests. The only suggestion I have which would have improved my stay was the sleeping arrangements. The sleeping arrangements stated it slept nine. It truly only sleeps eight. One bunk bed has a limit of 132 pounds which can only accommodate a small child. I also would’ve liked to know whether the beds were Queens or Full size. The single beds are also really suited for younger children, not older teenagers. But overall, we had a lovely weekend & enjoyed ourselves very much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H., Mickleton, NJ

Charming Cotuit Home

Definitely a home away from home. The house was beautifully decorated and stocked beyond my imagination. Personal clothing was all that was needed. My family and I loved it.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Miriam Everhart Francova

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Why they chose this property

Because we rent our actual home not just another vacation rental.

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