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"The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Barnstable, MA
  • Place, Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Street Hyannis
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Hyannis Harbor
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪14 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
Outdoor shower
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!



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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

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 personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
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 deadlock
Property Registration Number C0170010200

About the area

Osterville

Located in Osterville, this holiday home is by the sea. Hyannis Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach. Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod and Barnstable Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Map
Barnstable, MA

What's nearby

  • Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Main Street Hyannis - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Hyannis Harbor - 16 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Mayflower Beach - 32 min drive - 29.0 km

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
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Osterville Fish Market - ‬5 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.

How much does it cost to stay at "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village?

As of 29 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village on 29 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,834, 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.

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "The Half Shell" Cottage in Osterville Village?

On-site parking is available at the 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 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Cape Cod Beaches. Dowses Beach is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Great host - will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Half Shell was perfect for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard L.

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

Loved our stay at the Half Shell Cottage in Osterville Cape Cod MA

An absolutely lovely home, beautifully and comfortably furnished and decorated, equipped with everything you need to enjoy Cape Cod including a wonderful salt water pool and a Barnstable county beach pass. Close to Main Street with restaurants and shops and beautiful Dowses Beach. Host is extraordinarily helpful and responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

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

Great stay!

The Half Shell was exceptional. The pool was clean and heated to the right temp for everyone to jump right in. The house was clean, open layout downstairs and had everything we needed for cooking or going to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice M.

Beautiful home !!!

The Half Shell cottage was more than we expected. Beautifully decorated, stocked with everything you could need, convenient location, and very pleasant and accommodating owners. We had a great time and would certainly be back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura R.

The Half Shell is a home you will want to come back to!!

We are so glad that we stumbled upon the Half Shell!! The pictures on line were beautiful, however when we walked in we were even more pleased. This Half Shell offers all of the comforts of home. Dave and Michelle were the perfect hosts! Always wanting to make sure we were happy. They provided sheets, towels, all paper goods, laundry detergent , soaps, beach chairs and beach towels!! All of the appliances were terrific!! We had everything we needed to feel right at home. The Half Shell is so close to area restaurants and just a short drive or walk to the beach. Oh, and they provided boogie boards as well! They have a beautiful deck with an outdoor shower and a lovely back yard!! We would definitely recommend the Half Shell to everyone! Thank you Dave and Michelle for sharing your home with us! We absolutely loved it! Can't wait for next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

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
Verified

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!
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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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chuck & Jane V.

Very Responsive owners, home is meticulous, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

Couldn't have been better!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Antoniette K.

Just Perfect!

We just wrapped a week in Osterville and had an amazing stay at the Half Shell. Beautifully furnished and immaculate. My boys loved showering in the outdoor shower after a day at the beach. Close to town and our beloved Dowses Beach. David and Michelle were so accommodating and responded to all of our texts while on their own vacation! Highly recommend this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Great Cape Stay!

We stayed at "The Half Shell" for a week long summer getaway and could not have been happier. The location is perfect, easy to get to and being in Osterville the home provides easy access to great restaurants and shopping as well as multiple beautiful beaches (the beach permit with the house is a HUGE bonus), but is secluded from the large crowds and traffic of a larger town like Hyannis. The house itself was wonderful, recently renovated and immaculately decorated, and all five of us were able to sleep comfortably with room to spare! Loved being able to wake up in the morning with a coffee or relax after a long day at the beach out on the back deck too. Overall, would highly recommend for anyone looking for a great Cape getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

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