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Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out!

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Sprawling Home, Set up for One or Two Families, with Beach on Pleasant Bay!
Relax out on the front Patio, and Watch the Kids Play!
Huge Deck with Wonderful Water Views!
Private Association Dock. and Beach, Just a 3 min Walk!
Living Area with Slider out to the Huge Deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

1st Floor, Guest House side

2 Queen Beds

1st Floor, Main House

1 King Bed

1st Floor, Main House

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor, Main House

2 Single Beds

2nd Floor, Main House

1 King Bed

Finished Basement

1 Queen Bunk Bed and 2 Double Beds

Master En-Suite, Guest House side

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

En-Suite, Guest House side, 2nd floor

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Full Bath, Guest House side 1st Floor

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Full Bath, Main House 1st floor

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Full Bath, Main House, 2nd floor

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Half Bath, Main House

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out!



*Now Open June 5-19, 2026, Perfect Relaxing Off-Season Cape Vacation!*

This sprawling family beach home is perfectly located on a hilltop with 3.5 acres overlooking Pleasant Bay in South Orleans. This amazing home offers the comfort of a private neighborhood and is just steps to the association beach and dock!
Altogether, this beautiful home comfortably sleeps 14-16 and provides two full kitchens and multiple separate living areas, offering plenty of space for everyone. The Main House features four bedrooms and a Finished Basement with bunk beds that can sleep 6, plus a ping-pong table, comfy seating, and ROKU HD TV, perfect for watching anything you want!
The attached two-bedroom, two-bath Guest House, offers a second full kitchen and living area with amazing water views, a deck, and an en-suite master bedroom with a private balcony.
Additional great features include the massive redwood back deck, offering ample space for gathering with friends and family, grilling after a busy day on the water, and the large, grassy front yard, designed specifically for all your favorite lawn games.
We invite you to enjoy all the benefits of our home in the prestigious Quanset Harbor Club neighborhood, with a private beach and dock, just down the hill, 300 yards from the house. The beach is just right for an hour or two with little ones who need to take a nap, or you can settle in for a day filled with kayaking and sitting in the sun! (The beach is rocky, so beach shoes are a good idea!)
We are centrally located in South Orleans, with easy access to Route 28, which will take you in whichever direction you are in the mood for. Turn right to head to East Orleans and ride the waves at Nauset Beach, or take a left towards picturesque downtown Chatham and Lighthouse Beach. This home is perfectly located for wedding weekends at The Wequassett Inn or the Winslow Estate, also in South Orleans.
Please feel free to email me with any questions. This is a wonderful spot for a very chill and relaxing family vacation on the Cape!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Please put sheets and towels in breezeway and leave house unlocked!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0148622240

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Orleans

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in South Orleans, a neighbourhood in Orleans. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Travelling with kids? Consider Chatham Marconi Maritime Center and Adventure Chatham. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Orleans, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Chatham Fish Pier - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Chatham Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Cape Cod National Seashore - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Mayflower Beach - 26 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 29 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hog Island Beer Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Three Fins Coffee House & Cacao Factory - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Corner Store - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out!?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out! on 14 June 2026 start from AU$1,875, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Fabulous Family CapeHouse, with Views, Beach & Dock! Gatherings Inside and Out! located?

This family-friendly Orleans holiday home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cape Cod Beaches and Captain's Cove Golf Course. Captains Golf Course and Nickerson State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

george a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious and well appointed. It had everything needed by our extended family of 6 adults and 6 children. Lisa was very responsive if we had any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! I hope the grandchildren had a wonderful time exploring the Cape and getting together for the first time! ~Lisa
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Family time in comfort on the Cape

We had a large group of 13 and there was more than enough room for all. The house is also well stocked with everything you need. The quiet, private, neighborhood and access to the neighborhood beach was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thanks Scott! So glad you had a wonderful time, and everyone could spread out and enjoy! Thanks for leaving the house in such perfect condition too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Family Place

Location is wonderful. Best equipped short term rental our world-traveled group has ever stayed at. Very comfortable and spacious. Loved the bay beach down the hill. The outdoor shower was a favorite of everybody. Huge deck with ample seating and tables for our large group and gas grills made the outdoor dining special.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lopa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Three generations, from ages 6 to 86, gathered in this perfect spot for a family reunion.The proximity to the bay, for kayaking and swimming, was absolutely incredible. The description does not nearly do justice to the outdoor spaces. The front was perfect for games of soccer and spike ball, and the deck and fire pit made for long lovely evenings together. Our host was so generous to share this warm and lovely home with us. We will enjoy these memories for years to come!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
I am so happy that you had a wonderful time....our home is meant to be a restful and happy time for families to be together, filled with brilliant memories! So glad to hear that is what is was for you😊 And thank you so very much for taking such good care of our home, I very much appreciate it! Happy Summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of three generations- there were 10 of us ages 1-70 - had a marvelous time at this very special home. Lisa Gildehaus is a terrific host. She was very helpful and answered our questions about the property and the area quickly and completely both before and during our stay. The house is very comfortable and spacious and there are beautiful views of Little Pleasant Bay. We were lucky to have perfect weather so spent much of our time on the wonderful huge deck overlooking the bay. The also is extremely well equipped with kitchenware, beach items, toys, linens, etc. The beach is a 2-3 minute walk from the house. The protected bay is shallow and perfect for young children. The adults in our group enjoyed kayaking and swimming off the dock. All in all, Lisa’s house was a perfect setting for our family get together.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

An incredible vacation locale

We are eight adults and five grandkids. We debated getting 4 hotel rooms or a house for our week’s Cape Cod vacation. After seeing the house on Vrbo we chose the house. The best thing we did. The house is enormous with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. It’s spotlessly clean. The beds are comfy. The rear deck is gigantic. The view stunning. A very short walk to the bay where kids could jump off the dock into eight feet of crystal clear water. They had a blast. Two kitchens, multiple wine coolers and fridges. The owner is fabulous to work with. We cannot say enough about the house, the beautiful neighborhood and the whole experience. Just wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Hi Brian, Thanks so very much for the awesome review! And, especially for leaving the house in such perfect shape, I appreciate it so much! Please come back anytime! Have a great rest of the summer! ~Lisa
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariyn H.

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

Wonderful place for a family reunion’

This is a fantastic place for a large group of people! Lots to do , Inside and out! The owner is very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug A.

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

Excellent Family Reunion Property

This property is a great choice for a family gathering. There is plenty of space in the house, in the front yard, and on the spacious well equipped deck! We had a fantastic time and Lisa was an excellent communicator and provided us with many great local tourist destinations for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Great vacation

The house is the way one would want it if it were their own summer home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bill p.

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

review

Great house wonderful location -- Lisa is a treasure to work with
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen c.

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

Great stay!

We all had a wonderful week in your lovely home. We were grandparents and 3 daughters and their. Families, and we were easily accommodated in the large and sprawling setup, with the added privacy of the guesthouse with 2 connected areas. We loved the game room and sleeping area for the older kids, where they could stay up late and sleep in without being disturbed by the younger ones. The huge deck was great in the morning for coffee and for drinks in the late afternoon. We were pleasantly surprised by the steps down from the deck to the bay beach, and small group s of us wandered down several times a day. We loved the location, close to Orleans markets and shops, as well as beaches. Our favorite was Nauset, 10 minutes away. The girls and I also loved the whole shady Quanset club roads for an early morning walk. One couple enjoyed tennis daily at the Orleans park. We loved the large Weber grill on the deck, easily accessible from the kitchen.. The house was much more expansive than pictured, very well appointed and well cstocked, and we enjoyed it all! The grassy front yard was wonderful, as we had several budding athletes in our crew, ages 2 to 16. On a rainy day, we had a volleyball game in the rain! We did have a problem with the air conditioning and the owner responded immediately, but fortunately for all, my son in law was able to fix it at least for the short term. Overall, it was a lovely expansive home, and we had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Beautiful Family Get Away

We stayed at this vacation home for a week with our families. The house is just great - really two houses in one. Perfect for large multi family trips with nice common spaces and places to get away from the crowd. Expansive large deck and nice fireplace area. Would highly reccomend this property and would certainly like to stay there again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Large Group Vaca in Cape Cod

House was great for multiple families and children of all ages. We have 16 guests all stay comfortably. Home was comfortable, clean, and a good home base for our cape vacation. Beach in the back was good for fishing off the dock or beach at high tide. We caught stripers (not big enough to keep, but still fun to catch!), Beach is for exploring for crabs, shells, horseshoe crabs, and other sea critters. Not great for swimming, as it is very rocky and sharp shells. highly recommend water shoes, we all had to go buy them. We had a baby in tow, and hoped to use this beach more, but it wasn't the sandy beach we expected. We did venture to Skaket beach which is about 10 minutes away, and amazing for kids and adults, no too crowded, but get there early! We also went to Nauset light house beach on the Atlantic side, which was fun with big waves, but there is a ledge of rocks to get into the water that was hard to get in/out of. Saw lots of seals, beware of sharks (lots of sightings/closings for a few hours at this beach!). still a fun day! also went to First Encounter beach when we were to late to arrive and Skaket and they were full. Very nice beach in the bay (BUT no lifeguard or facilities and the horseflies were BRUTAL). Our favorite was SKAKET Beach. We also spent a full day on the front lawn with beach chairs, cocktails, waterballoons, and the sprinkler for the kids. Yard is very well maintained. Owner very accommodating and responsive. Basement was perfect for all 8 kids we had with us, ranging from 3- 15 years old. My 3 year old broke the 55in TV in the basement roughhousing, we contacted the owner and offered to replace it and have it shipped by amazon prime. Owner was very easy going about it and very understanding that kids will be kids, and happily agreed to let us replace the TV and ship it to her office. Outdoor shower was a treat! all in all a great trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Gildehaus

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Family Owned Property Since 1970

Why they chose this property

Walk Right Down the Hill to your own Beach! The private association neighborhood is great for walking and is totally kid and pet friendly.
It is quiet and perfect for a vacation get-away with an extended family!

What makes this property unique

Private Association Beach and Dock ~ Centrally Located to Orleans and Chatham, Two Full Kitchens, Perfect For Extended Families

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