Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond, Newly Renovated Kitchen

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Plymouth, MA

Pinehills Golf Club7 min drive
Waverly Oaks Golf Club9 min drive
Plimoth Patuxet Museums16 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Are you a nature lover? Apley House is the spot for you. You can see eagles flying overhead while you walk sandy trails that lead around cranberry bogs and wooded ponds. Enjoy swimming, fishing and boating from your own private beach (with dock) on pristine Long Pond.

Apley House has hosted happy family vacations for over 80 years. It offers spacious housekeeping accommodations for up to 9 people. The cottage has four bedrooms, a country kitchen and a large, comfy living room with fireplace. Exterior gathering spaces include a screened porch in front, deck in back and a large yard with plenty of space for lawn games. The waterfront is a short walk across the sandy road and down a wooded path. There are two baths: downstairs has a spacious shower and laundry area. the upstairs bath has a historic clawfoot tub with hand shower.

Situated in the middle of conservation land, this spacious summer home is perfect for people who enjoy water-sports and the outdoors. You can swim, fish and boat on one of Southeastern Massachusetts' pristine glacial lakes. Enjoy quiet strolls along woodland paths and visit the nearby historic sites in Plymouth and Cape Cod. Plus, Apley House is just a short drive away from shops, ocean beaches and Plymouth's great golf courses. Avoid wrangling with Cape Cod traffic and stay in Plymouth.

There's so much to do in the area: Swimming, fishing and boating are favorite activities on Long Pond. The lake is well-stocked each spring and there is a public boat ramp for access. Ample hiking and bicycling trails head into the Wildlands Trust properties next to the cottage and lead you through woods and cranberry bogs around Halfway and Gallows ponds. The scenery is magnificent. We've seen osprey, eagles, mink, and more. It's an easy drive to the near-by Plymouth and Cape Cod tourist sites; it takes about 15 minutes to drive to Plymouth Bay beaches and Plymouth Plantation. The Lower Cape beaches are about 45 minutes away and it is less than 3 miles to Pine Hills and many great Plymouth golf courses!

We have additional cottages and cabins about 1/2 mile away from Apley House. You can add these to your rental or take them individually as one, two or four bedrooms. We are occasionally able to accommodate larger groups (up to 35) in the entire property.

Property manager

Susan Conant

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Screened porch has a fantastic view of the lake.

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

Outdoor Fires of any kind are not permitted

Space heaters and gas fireplace may be used only when awake and present in the cottage.

Quiet hours are 11 PM to 9 AM

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Plymouth

Located in Plymouth, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Priscilla Beach Theatre and Jabez Howland House are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Plymouth Farmers' Market and Colony Place. Travelling with kids? Consider Carriage House Crafts Center, or check out an event or a game at Jungleplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Plymouth, MA

What's nearby

Pinehills Golf Club - 7 min drive
Waverly Oaks Golf Club - 9 min drive
White Horse Beach - 15 min drive
Plimoth Patuxet Museums - 16 min drive
Plymouth Rock - 16 min drive

Getting around

Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 18 min drive
Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

Plymouth Public House - 10 min drive
Dunkin' - 10 min drive
Dunkin' - 13 min drive
Wendy's - 13 min drive
New Tokyo - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond, Newly Renovated Kitchen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond, Newly Renovated Kitchen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond, Newly Renovated Kitchen?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Summer Cottage on Pristine Long Pond, Newly Renovated Kitchen located?

This Plymouth cottage is on the beach, 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Pinehills Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Waverly Oaks Golf Club and Atlantic Country Club. Cape Cod Beaches and Ellisville Harbor State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shauna B.

31 July 2023

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

Best Vacation Rental Ever

I just loved this house and all the character. While it was hot in house upon arrival it was easily cooled down by opening windows and use of fans. Great proximity to activities in the area. Very clean qnd well taken care of. This place will always hold a special place in my heart. So many fond memories made at the Apley House. Thanks for the wonderful stay and we hope to visit again soon!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

28 June 2023

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

Great Golf Weekend

Excellent spot to call home for a Plymouth Golf Weekend. This historic cottage was very accommodating, has everything you need. Will probably rent it again next year. Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail I.

29 Aug 2022

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

Terrific!

Our stay was perfect. I loved the size of the space for my family and two year old. The eight person table was great for nightly game nights, the kitchen was well equipped and had everything we were looking for, and the living room was spacious enough for everybody to be comfortable. The pond across the street is absolutely heavenly especially in the morning when the sun hits the dock. I couldn’t believe how clear the water was I almost didn’t want to leave to do other activities. Next time perhaps I won’t! The laundry facilities served as an added bonus too an already perfect stay. Thank you for ample towels in the bathroom and the kitchen!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Brittany M.

20 July 2022

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

Lovely lake cottage!

This was a really lovely cottage. Some family members thought a bit too rustic, but it’s a classic lake house. The lake was absolutely gorgeous with a clean, private beach! Owners were responsive to any messages. We didn’t realize there wasn’t any A/C, so if you’re going in the summer, prepare to be a little warm!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debi H.

13 July 2022

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

We enjoyed our stay immensely. We were on the go so much to Boston, Plymouth, Duxbury,etc

Very easy to rent, get information about house, and answered immediately when we called. It was more rustic for some family members than expected and perfectly rustic for others. Everything was great. First experience in New England area was a success. Thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Susan Conant

The property is currently owned jointly by five siblings, descendants of Lily and Richard Conant (grandparents) who inherited the property from a close family friend and Rick and Gerda (our parents). Our children are the fourth generation to summer on Long Pond. The photo shows our mom and her five children.

Why they chose this property

Although much of summer life on Long Pond is focused on the water, we love the woodland paths and walks that surround Apley House. Our family is committed to preservation of this area -- we donated 40 acres of woodland just next to the cottage to the Wildlands Trust and the State of Massachusetts recently acquired the property abutting the other property line.

What makes this property unique

You can walk from the yard of Apley House onto nature paths that take you by two neighboring ponds with magnificent views, eagle's nests and scenic cranberry bogs.
The house has all the classic details of an old summer cottage, simple but beautiful wood details, high ceilings on the main floor and cottage construction.