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"The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village

"The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village

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Exterior
Front
Heated pool and concrete patio
open kitchen with granite, pendant lights, subzero fridge, Wolf gas range
Guest room with twin beds

Overview of "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Barnstable, MA
  • Popular LocationCape Cod Melody Tent9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Codder Water Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCraigville Beach10 min drive
  • AirportHyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)17 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

"The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village

In the heart of historic Osterville village and about a mile to Dowses Beach this is the ideal Cape Cod central Air Conditioned vacation home with a beautiful pool.
You are greeted by a bright cathedral-ceiling entry way that leads into an open concept first floor that is comfortable and newly updated offering all the comforts of home.
The fire-placed living room has a large flat screen HD TV (and high speed internet) and opens up to a casual dining area and comfortably sized kitchen.
The first floor powder room is actually a full bath with a shower and laundry. It is across the hall from our office/bedroom with a brand new barn door for privacy. This room has a new comfy daybed with a hidden trundle for additional sleeping accommodations.
The second floor offers a shared full sized bathroom and three bedrooms.
Each bedroom has new linens, a dresser and standard sized closets for plenty of storage to accommodate your personal needs.
Our main bedroom features a new king size bed and a large flat screen TV.
The second bedroom with a queen is charming and the third bedroom is cozy with a set of twin beds.
In the back yard is an 18X30 in-ground, heated, salt water pool and large patio. The yard is fenced in with arbor and gate access. There is also a gas grill when you want to stay home and BBQ.
The rental also comes with a Barnstable Beach Pass with free access to all Barnstable beaches. We also have beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards and bikes for your enjoyment.
Once you are settled into the Half Shell, take a stroll down main street and enjoy all the village has to offer- from the fabulous shopping and restaurants to the local library with daily events for the whole family. There is even a neighborhood liquor store and market, so you never have to leave the village for provisions. If you do... we are only about 15 minutes from Hyannis where the ferries to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard are - perfect for a fun day trip adventure!



Property manager

David Johnson

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number C1234567890

About the area

Osterville

Located in Osterville, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and popular attractions include Cape Codder Water Park and Cape Cod Inflatable Park. Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod and Cape Cod Carousel are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Map
Barnstable, MA

What's nearby

  • Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod - 14 min walk
  • Cape Cod Melody Tent - 9 min drive
  • Cape Codder Water Park - 9 min drive
  • Craigville Beach - 10 min drive
  • Hyannis Harbor - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 17 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive
  • Osterville Fish Market - 5 min drive
  • Misaki Japanese Cuisine Sushi - 8 min drive
  • Lambert's Fruit Co. - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod, Cape Cod Beaches and Dowses Beach. Long Beach and Craigville Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect summer retreat
We absolutely loved staying at The Half Shell. Michelle and DJ were incredibly accommodating. The house was immaculate; it had everything you may need to feel at home and relax. Our 3 year old loved the pool. It felt like a fancy getaway. We were close enough to activities but could also just chill at the house. Highly recommend.
Stayed 32 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Murphyfam
This house was not only beautiful inside and out, but immaculately clean and well appointed. We were very comfortable and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay and lovely vacation. The owners were very kind and immediately responsive if we had a question. It’s amazingly close to both of the main beaches ( 5 minutes to Dowses ) and the village of Osterville. It’s everything you would want in a beach rental. I would rent here again in a second, and not hesitate to recommend it to a friend. We had a wonderful time!

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week!
We had a great week at the half shell. The property is recently renovated and we loved the style ! Big family room and kitchen, well equipped and stocked, super clean - we spent a lot of time at the house cooking every night and we felt at home and comfortable. Osterville is a great area as well - dowses beach was beautiful and we were close to some quiet fresh water lakes as well. We were also walking distance to a park and the center of Osterville. We would definitely come back !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional Home
If you're looking for a well-appointed, comfortable top-quality home for a vacation stay The Half Shell over-delivers. Versus a lot of bare-bones rentals where things are poor-quality and nothing quite works, THS is a 'home'. Beds, kitchen, bathrooms all spotless and home and bath towels all provided. Appliances and cookware top-class. As a family of 4 we had masses of space and enjoyed too the outside deck and dining area. AC works beautifully and WiFi is fast. A short cycle or walk into Osterville which has everything you need and only a mile or so to Dowses Beach. Surrounding area is very beautiful. The owner goes out of his way to welcome you and make sure everything is comfortable/answer any questions. Strongly recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pam E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Shell of a Good TIme
The Half Shell vacation cottage in Osterville was a great place to spend many weeks of enjoyment. The beautifully decorated home was a great place to come back to after a fun day at the beach or golf course. The home had everything one could need. I would defeintly stay there again!
Stayed 48 nights in Aug 2019

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