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Woods Hole Retreat. Short walk to town and beach.

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Living area
Dining
Interior
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Woods Hole, MA
  • Woods Hole Ferry Terminal
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Nobska Lighthouse
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Surf Drive Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Falmouth, MA (FMH-Otis Air National Guard Base)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Woods Hole Retreat. Short walk to town and beach.

updated furniture / redesigned bedrooms / smart house /

Woods Hole - Scenic walk or bike to Village restaurants, shops, Island ferry, Nobska Beach and Shining Sea Bikeway. Classic nine room 1920's Dutch Colonial offering spacious living room/fireplace opens to south facing sunroom with access to deck overlooking terraced gardens and walkways. 2nd floor consists of MBR with sunroom, three more BRs and nicely updated bath all open to a gracious large hall. Beautifully finished fir flooring throughout, original natural maple trim details and several double French doors add to the charm of this solidly built home. Large back yard meets back dirt road perfect for short walk to beach or evening star gazing.

Property manager

Patrick Clarke

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Golf view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:30 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
No smoking

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0088090960

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Woods Hole

Located in Woods Hole, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. Woods Hole Ferry Terminal and Woods Hole Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Main Street and Circuit Avenue. Oak Bluffs Fishing Pier and Flying Horses Carousel are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Woods Hole, MA

What's nearby

  • Woods Hole Ferry Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Woods Hole Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nobska Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Surf Drive Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Island Queen Ferry - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 29 min drive
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying Bridge Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Quarterdeck Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shipwrecked - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pie In The Sky - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Anejo Mexican Bistro - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Woods Hole Retreat. Short walk to town and beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Woods Hole Retreat. Short walk to town and beach.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woods Hole Retreat. Short walk to town and beach.?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Woods Hole Retreat. Short walk to town and beach. located?

Located in the heart of Woods Hole, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Woods Hole Terminal and Woods Hole Drawbridge are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Mary O.

Lovely Home. Needs attention to detail.

This is a lovely home, spacious, gorgeous wood floors and woodwork, large deck, plenty of area for relaxing. We were able to walk to the ferry which was really convenient. The group was very disappointed in the cleanliness of the house. Dirty dishes in dishwasher, microwave dirty, bathroom sink was clean but it appeared that nothing else had been touched. The hamper that was supposed to be used for our dirty towels was full of dirty linens/towels. Slats hanging off one of the beds, remote for tv did not work, food left in fridge, not wiped down. There were only 5 clean towels for our use, no hand towels or washcloths. Overall not a very welcoming environment. I sent a message to the owner and he commented that it is professionally cleaned between visits and other groups did not have any issues but he would notify the cleaning company. I plan to visit the area again but will not be renting this home and have learned some important questions to ask the next time I rent through VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Sylvain T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Close to Woods Hole and Bike path

This property is close to Woods Hole (walking distance) and Bike path. Located on a very busy road (main road between Falmouth and Woods Hole.) The property equipment are dated and not very clean. This place have suffered from years of not being cleaned enough. Otherwise plenty of room. Leaving room is quite confortable.

8/10 Good

Matthew C.

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

The Cape

This house was pretty much what we expected when we booked. It was a landing pad for exploring the Cape. Th location was right up the road from Woods Hole which was awesome. We loved hiking the Knob and going to Nobska Lighthouse. The property just is pretty dated and not very clean. It was definitely straightened when we arrived, but it seems to have suffered from years of not being cleaned very well. However, we weren’t spending a lot of time there so it was still a good value for our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

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

Cute and comfortable

Communication with the host was excellent- he was responsive, made sure we were all comfortable, and answered all our questions. The only confusion that we had was a discrepancy between check-in times on the listing and what the host told us (an hour later for check-in and an hour earlier for check-out). We stayed for a weekend and this was a great middle ground between the beach and the downtown area. Took us about 15 minutes to walk to the beach, and less than a 5 minute car ride into downtown. The house itself is very cute and has tons of charm inside. The oven/stove is on the older side but we had no issues cooking. Lots of space to spread out and a great living room/dining area for when we wanted everyone together. The house is older, so it was a bit stuffy when we arrived, but we had no complaints. It was a perfect spot to recharge before heading back out to the beach or downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Jodie P.

Great location and a lot of space for everyone!!

This home was in a fantastic location to enjoy all that Wood's Hole and Falmouth have to offer. We walked to the beach and downtown within 20 minutes and also drove to Main Street in Falmouth (3 miles) and a few other fantastic beaches in Falmouth. The home had 4 good sized bedrooms that fit our families needs. The bedrooms were cozy and clean and the bathroom was a good size. The kitchen was on the smaller side but the dining, living and outdoor deck made up for it, giving us the opportunity to spread out. The only downfall was that the yard was a overgrown but the owner said that a landscaper was set to come soon. Overall, a great value for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine O.

Fantastic stay!

Loved the close proximity to the ferry and Falmouth! We had a wonderful dinner in Woods Hole, and lovely walk to the beaches. The house is very clean and home-y. The kitchen is vintage and the original woodwork is fantastic. Patrick was very responsive to our questions.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

Great Cape Cod Retreat

Great location, lots of space, clean and overall a great cape cod retreat. I have stayed at this home multiple times and have enjoyed it each and every time. Both for warm and cold seasons, I highly recommend staying at the Cape Clasp home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Lovely Home!

Patrick's house was pretty, clean, relaxing and perfect for us. I stayed for two nights with two friends. The house is spacious and cozy at the same time. Plenty of room for hanging together or to have privacy in. Loved the original wood floors and wood work. Everything was as I hoped for from the photos and better!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Kerry S.

Lovely home but needs professional cleaners before guest arrival.

It was a beatiful home. We had a great weekend with family. I did have some issues however. I was told by the property owner that there would be clean towels in the master bedroom and there were none. ( there were 3 very raggedy looking towels in a linen closet). I called owner and left a message but never got a response. I specifically asked in advance about there being a crib in one of the bedrooms and was assured there was. On arrival we found a very old disassembled crib in one of the closets. The refrigerator was dirty and space mostly taken up with sodas and condiments, dishwasher was full (so I washed my own) and the bath/shower was full of men's toiletries. Over all not what you would expect from someone charging cleaning fees. These all seem to be ongoing complaints by previous guests which I missed because everyone seemed to start off with what a lovely house it was. I hate for this to be all negative as it was a great house. We enjoyed the charm and having morning coffee out in the deck. None of my complaints were enough to spoil our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J.

Comfortable, well-maintained home

My friends enjoyed staying at this Woods Hole retreat. The kitchen overlooks a green spacious backyard and the house had comfortable furniture and beds. The house fit the VRBO description perfectly. I would recommend this to friends and book it myself when I need extra accommodations for out-of-town guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Meredith M., Clemson South Carolina

OK for a meeting stay

The house was as advertised. A bit tough as there are four bedrooms and a single bath. While we were able to make it work, it would have been tough for a group that spent a lot of time at the house. We were there for a meeting and spent little time in the house itself. It is very close to the road and pretty loud. The owner requests that visitors not enter the basement or pantry, which is totally understandable, but these areas are not locked or well marked. While it may sound silly that folks don't immediately recognize and obey the request, young adults or anyone that doesn't read the contract well may not have this in mind and may end up breaking the rules. Locking those doors would avoid a lot of uncomfortable situations. The house (and appliances) are older. We didn't cook at the house, but it is doable. Not fancy but functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jackie g.

Family vacation

Very cute old Cape home. My kids loved it here and the owners are super nice too!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Claire B.

Noisy and dirty house

This house was not clean, the kitchen and the dishes were really dirty,the bathroom too and the bath towels didn't smell good. What is more, there is only one bathroom for 8 people and the toilets are in!! The house is just near an important avenue, there is a lot of traffic and it s difficult to sleep after 5/6 pm. I m sorry but I don t recommend this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tom F.

Great Thanksgiving weekend stay!

Very comfortable home with all that you need to make a big meal. The house is older with wonderful woodworking and charm. Steps away from the Woods Hole area and beaches. Patrick was prompt with any questions and access to the home is easy. The only negative is the road noise just after the ferry pulls into port. Not an issue when the front windows are closed. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Samuel L.

Excellent house--easy & convenient!

A group of us (8 folks) stayed in the house for a weekend--the property was clean, easy to access, and properly described. The house is close to town and was perfect for a group of friends. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John R.

A very nice stay

Home was as described, a nice 'home away from home' while enjoying Cape Cod. Easy walk to Woods Hole which is convenient because there is limited or expensive parking in the village so its nice being able to leave the car at the house. Home was clean and up to standards. Patrick the owner quickly answered any questions we had. Only quibble would be that only one bedroom has window air conditioner and a ceiling fan. We were there on a very hot weekend and the other 3 bedrooms upstairs were very warm for sleeping. Overall though would very much recommend this property.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kerri C., Duxbury, MA

Fun stay!

Great old time cape cod house! Walking distance to woods hole and all the restaurants and shops. Patrick was easy to deal with and responsive.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

kim m.

Sad Stay!

kim marshall sent a message Jul 11, 2016 Ok, first you present the house with having a fireplace then the day before check are told not to use it. A pantry, told not to use it. Golf course views? Have you lately tried to see the course from the front? The house needs a good cleaning, refrigerator is filthy check top of door and food left in it? In bathroom look between tub and sink and top of light bulbs , fan vent. When we first arrived kitchen counters had rings from dishes where food had sat and was all sticky. Gas grill would need a major cleaning before you could use it. (so we didn't). Didn't want to use any of the cooking utensils cupboards and drawers were dirty.( so we did not feel like we could cook in) You advertise a sunroom of master bedroom it had stuff piled in a corner and a rocking chair and two milk crates for a end table? There is a another pile of stuff in the living room. The stairs had dirt and cob webs all in the corners and everything needed to be dusted. I took pictures of all this stuff if you would like me to send them. Also we did not feel to secure with the run down house next door. Sorry, but I have rented vacation homes in Maine, My kim marshall sent a message Jul 11, 2016 Ok, first you present the house with having a fireplace then the day before check are told not to use it. A pantry, told not to use it. Golf course views? Have you lately tried to see the course from the front? The house needs a good cleaning, refrigerator is filthy check top of door and food left in it? In bathroom look between tub and sink and top of light bulbs , fan vent. When we first arrived kitchen counters had rings from dishes where food had sat and was all sticky. Gas grill would need a major cleaning before you could use it. (so we didn't). Didn't want to use any of the cooking utensils cupboards and drawers were dirty.( so we did not feel like we could cook in) You advertise a sunroom of master bedroom it had stuff piled in a corner and a rocking chair and two milk crates for a end table? There is a another pile of stuff in the living room. The stairs had dirt and cob webs all in the corners and everything needed to be dusted. I took pictures of all this stuff if you would like me to send them. Also we did not feel to secure with the run down house next door. Sorry, but I have rented vacation homes in Maine, Myrtle beach, Florida for 20 yrs and this was my biggest disappointment.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Great Cape Retreat!

We rented this house for an extended Memorial Day mini-vacation. We are 'old house people,' and really appreciated the beautiful woodwork and classic charm of this house. We also loved that it was so close to downtown Falmouth and the village of Woods Hole. We ate breakfast each morning at the 'Pie in the Sky' bakery cafe in Woods Hole - which was awesome. Its an easy walk down to the Woods Hole ferry, and we did a day trip to Martha's Vineyard, which was wonderful. As far as accommodations go, there really isn't anything else we could have asked for. The large living room is an excellent gathering spot, the kitchen has a beautiful wooded view from up high, the bathroom is updated and well appointed, the bedrooms are perfect, and the hosts provided everything we needed. There are also plenty of great places to ride a bike in this part of the cape. We will definitely recommend this house to friends/family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carla M.

Lovely Woods Hole Cottage

We had a wonderful time relaxing in this spacious cottage. We biked the shining sea bike path and took many a walk on the beaches and in near by gardens and preserves. We were warmly welcomed with a basket with a bottle of wine. The house was immaculate and Patrick was responsive to any questions. The house is in a great location near beach, shops, ferry and bike path. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aritra B.

Great place to stay for your Cape Cod trip

Patrick is a great host, with a big house. We were 7 and there was a lot of space for all of us! The living area was great where you could spend hours, having a good time! The connectivity to everything was great. Our main focus was Martha's Vineyard and the ferry was a stone's throw away from the place. There was no problem to locate this place and really liked the key-lock system, where there's no hassle of carrying a key. P.S: The deck is awesome for star gazing on a clear night!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Yonatan M.

Very nice and big cabin, extremely well equipped.

Affordable and nice place. Owners really put a lot of effort to make it fully homey and warm. Lots of space and very well equipped. Close by to all the tourist areas.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Oliver K.

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION *beautiful home too :)

I've been coming to Cape Cod every Fall for years and this was my favorite lodging experience by far! Will never stay anywhere else. Close proximity to downtown Woods Hole and all the nearby trails, ocean views, shops, and restaurants that you could ever need. The house itself was immaculate and really, really pretty. Rooms were perfect.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Haley E.

Excellent Experience!

Charming home, very clean, nicely laid out floor plan. It was super easy to find and conveniently located close to the ferry with shops/restaurants nearby; but then again who would want to leave the living room fireplace! The back deck is right off the living room too so that was nice to be out on during the day. The owner even had a welcome basket waiting upon arrival. Can’t say enough good things about the owner’s hospitality. I would highly recommend this rental and hope to have the opportunity to stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Haley E.

This place is AMAZING!!

This place was AMAZING!! The house is very cozy with beautiful fir wood floors throughout and the large fireplace in the living room was very relaxing. The location is perfect!! Close to downtown, a quick walk to Nobska Beach, and cute bike/hiking trails right behind the house. Patrick was very responsive and helpful throughout our whole stay. We even showed up to the house with a bottle of wine waiting for us with a cute note from the owners! BEST experience I’ve had renting a place on Cape Cod!!

About the host

Hosted by Patrick Clarke

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My name is Patrick Clarke and welcome to our home! My family loves Woods Hole and we are excited to share our favorite place with you.,

Why they chose this property

This house provides ample space and is walking distance to the beach, town, and ferry. The backyard runs out to a dirt road that is close to the bike trail as well. The back deck is great for entertaining.

What makes this property unique

The ferry is minutes away. The bus goes right by the house. There is an aquarium and playground down the street and loads of food venues. The ARTS and Music have a strong presence in this scientific community also.

Languages:

English
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