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'Little Neck' ~ Where The Slocum River Meets Buzzards Bay ~ 7 Acres!

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View from the porch
The View - from the porch!
Front of the house
Sailing on the Slocum
The Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dartmouth, MA
  • Coastal Vineyards
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Demarest Lloyd State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Horseneck State Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Jenny's Room

2 Single Beds

the Big Room

1 Queen Bed

the Boom Boom Room

1 Queen Bed

the Kids' Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms

Jenny's Room

Toilet · Shower only

the Big Room

Toilet · Shower only

the Boom Boom Room

Toilet · Shower only

the Kid's Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

'Little Neck' ~ Where The Slocum River Meets Buzzards Bay ~ 7 Acres!

'Little Neck' is situated on 7 acres of pristine preserve with arguably the most spectacular view of Buzzards Bay looking down the Slocum River. Ospreys, striped bass, sailing, kayaking, swimming, bird watching - a rare piece of Heaven on the South Coast of Massachusetts.

Our spacious New England summer home (now winterized) invites you to sit on the large porch with the above spectacular view, or in the lovely sunroom with picture window views of the river and the bay, binoculars included!

The privacy and comfort of the four en suite bedrooms provides an enjoyable stay for a group of family and friends. The dining room table with its water view seats ten for an easy and delicious dinner of corn-on-the-cob and fresh fish prepared on the large gas grill on the east terrace.

The evening can be spent exploring the large library in the living room, stocked with novels, field guides, TV, movies, and games.

The rental property is the spacious and prominent upper two floors of a large, three-story hillside house; the main rental entry is on ground level. The lower floor apartment, situated below the hill, is occupied by one of the sisters with separate entry and rear parking area. Renters have complete privacy and the lay of the land allows both units to co-exist wonderfully.

Nearby activities include:
-Breakfast, lunch at Davoll's Store & Cafe 5 minutes away,
- swim & fish from our pier, or across the river at the Demarest Lloyd State Park
- rent kayaks to cruise the river
- moor your small sail boat or motor boat on our pier.
- hike on the Lloyd Center for the Environment trails nearby.
- explore historic New Bedford and its Whaling Museum
- shop in the picturesque villages of Westport and Padanaram
- enjoy the art scene this summer in Providence, RI: Waterfire Providence
- tour the mansions in Newport, RI
- sample wine & beer at Westport Winery & Buzzards Bay Brewing
- take the one-hour ferry service to Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket
- enjoy a day trip to Cape Cod
- - attend live theatre and music at the Zeiterion Theatre in New Bedford
- hike on the many trails of the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust land.

Our guests say:
“ My dad calls the view of the Slocum from the porch 'the lagoon of tranquility' and gazing upon it always has a calming effect…. Thanks to the sisters for keeping LN going and sharing this magical place with us!”

“Thank you for sharing your most beautiful place …we hiked, we biked, kayaked and enjoyed swimming daily and catching up with each other – we loved the privacy and serenity of this very magical place; we leave relaxed and refreshed! Thanks for the home-baked cookies upon arrival and all your generosity. We’d love to return someday. Many, many thanks!”



Property manager

Katy Zappala

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
See Custom Rules below
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you, your party or pets 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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0020840720

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Dartmouth

Located in Dartmouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cornell Farm and Handy House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Coastal Vineyards and Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery. Buttonwood Park Zoo and Wonder Bowl are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dartmouth, MA

What's nearby

  • Coastal Vineyards - 10 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Demarest Lloyd State Park - 10 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gooseberry Island - 19 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Horseneck State Beach - 21 min drive - 12.7 km
  • New Bedford Seastreak Ferry Terminal - 25 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Newport Ferry Station - 58 min drive
  • New Bedford, MA (EWB-New Bedford Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Maid - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Clark's Point Creamery - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Oxford Creamery At The Bucket - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Little Neck' ~ Where The Slocum River Meets Buzzards Bay ~ 7 Acres! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 'Little Neck' ~ Where The Slocum River Meets Buzzards Bay ~ 7 Acres!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Little Neck' ~ Where The Slocum River Meets Buzzards Bay ~ 7 Acres!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'Little Neck' ~ Where The Slocum River Meets Buzzards Bay ~ 7 Acres! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Cornell Farm and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Coastal Vineyards. Barges Beach and Slocum's River Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 63 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

T M.

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

Location stunning, accomodations comfy, homey, historical.

Loved our 3-day stay at Little Neck for many reasons. Delightful historic family home, stunning view at the edge of a pristine ocean inlet, marsh grasses of changing color all day. Great birding, array of boats, locals fishing,, Surrounding towns interesting and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Tranquil

Returning for our annual dose of beauty and comfort !
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederic P.

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

Little Neck

Great time, great place
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gael P.

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

Perfect - Quiet, Beautiful Getaway

We loved our stay at Little Neck. Everything was spotless when we arrived and the comprehensive house book made sure we didn't have any questions about the house and the area - from A to Z. We enjoyed walking around the property and relaxing on the porch with a beverage. The views are to die for! There are lots of books to read and a piano for those who play. And each bedroom has a private bathroom. I only wish we could have stayed longer! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Respite

Lots if nature to watch. Very restorative.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perri D.

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

Picture Perfect

Looking forward to next time!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

grace b., Aurora

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

Perfect in every way

The South Shore of Massachusetts is a great place to visit - so many interesting places to hike and kayak and shop and eat and explore....And then to be able to go back to Little Neck and sit on the porch that looks over the mouth of the Slocum River out to Buzzards Bay and the Elizabeth Islands. I can't imagine any place nicer than that!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Beathtaking view

This is our fourth visit and we always enjoy it.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Good friends

Six long-time friends spent a splendid week at the house and not one had a complaint, except that Charlotte's cookies ran out too fast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Judith K.

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

Family Time

Stayed for a family wedding in May. Met our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Fantastic Visit!

Look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Peaceful

Tides rising and falling, birds wheeling.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frederic P.

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

Paradise

Beautiful New England setting on the water, informal house in a fabulous setting, direct water access makes for non-stop boating and swimming. Couldn't;t have been happier.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurine D.

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

Great family reunion

Thank you for letting us use your amazing house for our family reunion. There was plenty of space for 8 adults and the view is just spectacular. A relaxing and enjoyable trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Summer cottage

A beautiful New England summer cottage with water access.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

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

Wonderful vacation

Beautiful place. Owners especially nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc G.

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

Idyllic Setting

Little Neck is a serene vacation spot, surrounded on two sides by water and the other two by woods. We loved sitting in the living room or on the front patio looking out at the scenery. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Little Neck is a gem

Beautiful location, very comfortable and well-stocked home, responsive and helpful hosts—we couldn’t have had a more relaxing sisters’ getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Peaceful

Even stormy weather couldn't detract from the peace of watching the tides and clouds from this perfect spot.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Seth C., Brooklyn, NY

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

Close to… perfect…

Could not have asked for a better stay at a wonderful location with gracious hosts, a superbly equipped kitchen and, by all accounts, comfortable and firm mattresses. Thx Katy & Charlotte
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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A quiet solitude

I went there for a special purpose to visit with friends and family elsewhere. The place had great energy and my two labs even felt at home. I would go back for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

A private summer retreat

This is a quiet palce to get away with family and friends. The listing is very accurate. You will enjoy privacy and a beautiful view and access to the Slocum River.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

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

Awesome stay at Little Neck

We had a fantastic time at Little Neck. The cottage exceeded our expectations. It was huge, immaculate, had a very well stocked kitchen and met all of our needs. The decor and family pictures gave the cottage a very homey, charming feeling, as if we had been invited to a friend's home for a bit of a summer's respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The homemade cookies which greeted us were a welcoming and thoughtful touch. We loved sitting on the porch, enjoying the solitude and peacefulness of the area along with all the wildlife that was present. The views of the river/bay from inside the cottage were spectacular. It seemed as if we were far removed from civilization, even though restaurants and grocery stores were an easy 15-20 min drive away. Simply put, Little Neck was a peace of heaven on earth, and we considered ourselves very fortunate to have found such a place for our stay in June 2021!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

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

Very nice property

Perfect place for a family getaway. I especially liked that there were bathrooms for each bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meg M.

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

Beautiful

Wonderful house for a rainy weekend. Stunning view from the main room/porch included ospreys, herons, egrets, sandpipers, a mother deer and faun & many other birds. We kayaked right from the dock and walked the Lloyd Center trails during the few dry intervals- and the board games and extensive library entertained everyone. It's a wonderful location for nature-lovers, and a great house for family get-togethers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Katy Zappala

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Our house was built in the early 1900s as a summer house. Our parents purchased the property in 1961, and had the house winterized in the late sixties. In the 70s, the upper bedroom was added and the house split into two units. The three sisters (Charlotte, Jenny & Katy) now own Little Neck and continue enjoying swimming, fishing and kayaking in the river with their families, as we hope will you!



What makes this property unique

From the porch, one can see only part of one other house, and that is a ways down the Slocum River.