With 2 bicycles and a hot tub, this vacation home accommodates 20 guests in 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. It includes beach views, a patio, and access to a nearby golf course and marina for various activities. The property is pet-friendly and located near shopping and museums.
Highlights
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Rare Osterville Waterfront Compound - Private Beach, Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset View
Welcome to Anchor to Windward, a private waterfront retreat in the heart of Osterville. Set on two acres overlooking West Bay, this special property features a private beach, deep-water dock, spectacular west-facing sunsets, and two separate homes with 8 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms — offering plenty of space for families and groups of up to 20 to gather, relax, and enjoy Cape Cod.
The property includes a five-bedroom Main House and a separate three-bedroom Boat House directly by the water. The two-house layout is ideal for multigenerational family vacations and larger groups, giving everyone their own space while keeping the entire group together on one private property.
Spend your mornings swimming, kayaking, or paddleboarding from the beach, afternoons relaxing by the water, and evenings gathering for dinner on the waterfront patio before watching the sun set over West Bay. End the night in the seven-person hot tub overlooking the water.
THE PROPERTY
Main House — 5 Bedrooms
The Main House is designed for gathering, with bright, comfortable living spaces and beautiful views of West Bay throughout the home.
The waterfront sunroom is a favorite place to enjoy morning coffee, read a book, or watch the sunset. The fully equipped kitchen offers plenty of space for preparing meals for a group and opens to the family room and billiards area. Multiple indoor and outdoor dining and living spaces make it easy for everyone to spend time together without feeling crowded.
The Main House includes five bedrooms, all with water views, along with beautifully appointed bathrooms, air conditioning, laundry facilities, and an additional refrigerator.
Boat House — 3 Bedrooms
Just steps from the beach, the separate three-bedroom Boat House offers additional privacy and its own living space while keeping guests close to the Main House.
It's an ideal setup for grandparents, another family, older children, or anyone who appreciates having a little extra space during a group vacation. With the water right outside, the Boat House offers the quintessential Cape Cod experience.
WATERFRONT LIVING
The waterfront is what makes Anchor to Windward truly special.
Enjoy your own private beach on West Bay, swim directly from the property, launch a kayak or paddleboard, or spend the afternoon relaxing by the water. A deep-water dock provides direct access to the bay, while the outdoor shower and beach changing areas make coming and going from the water easy.
At the end of the day, gather around the teak outdoor dining table for dinner overlooking the bay, relax in the seven-person hot tub, or simply settle in to watch the sunset — the property's western exposure makes for spectacular evenings over the water.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Private waterfront property on approximately two acres • Private beach on West Bay • Deep-water dock • 8 bedrooms across two separate homes • 7.5 bathrooms • Accommodates up to 20 guests • Water views from many bedrooms and living spaces • Separate three-bedroom Boat House • Seven-person waterfront hot tub • Outdoor dining overlooking West Bay • Swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding directly from the property • Outdoor shower and beach changing areas • Billiards table • Fully equipped kitchen • Wet bar, wine refrigerator and ice maker • Air conditioning • Laundry facilities and second refrigerator
OSTERVILLE
Despite its peaceful and private setting, Anchor to Windward is just about one mile from the heart of Osterville Village.
Bike, walk, or drive into town for coffee, breakfast, shopping, groceries, and dinner, or spend the day exploring the beaches and villages of Cape Cod. Hyannis and the ferries to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard are also a short drive away, making day trips easy.
Whether you're planning a multigenerational family vacation, a summer reunion, or simply looking for a beautiful place where everyone can be together, Anchor to Windward offers a rare combination of privacy, space, waterfront access, and proximity to Osterville Village.
Come experience summer on West Bay at Anchor to Windward.
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Property Registration Number C0154430200
Property # 4891132vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Osterville
Located in Osterville, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the beach. Hyannis Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod and Cotuit Center for the Arts. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property.
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Harbor & Anchor - 7 min drive
Polar Cave Ice Cream Parlour - 11 min drive
Four Seas Ice Cream - 10 min drive
Honey Dew Donuts - 11 min drive
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rare Osterville Waterfront Compound - Private Beach, Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset View pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Rare Osterville Waterfront Compound - Private Beach, Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset View?
As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rare Osterville Waterfront Compound - Private Beach, Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset View on 26 Sept 2026 start from AU$9,695, 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 Rare Osterville Waterfront Compound - Private Beach, Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset View?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rare Osterville Waterfront Compound - Private Beach, Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset View?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rare Osterville Waterfront Compound - Private Beach, Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset View?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Rare Osterville Waterfront Compound - Private Beach, Dock, Hot Tub & Sunset View located?
Located in Osterville, this beachfront holiday home is next to a golf course and within 1 mi (2 km) of Cape Cod Beaches and Stand Up & Paddle Cape Cod. Dowses Beach is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.
Reviews
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Exceptional beach retreat in Osterville walking distance to town. Perfect for our family reunion with a large kitchen, plenty of places to gather and eat from formal to informal to outside on the patio with a view of the sunset. Access to the water meant no need to go to the town beach (though we did). Very charming family home with lots of character and plenty of places to both gather and play cards or retreat to read a book.
Our party consisted of 6 couples in town for a wedding at a nearby club. The property exceeded our expectations with plenty of room, activities and character. This property is in a perfect and private setting with beautiful sunsets and plenty of space to spend outdoors. Our group gravitated to the main house for meals and wandered down to the boat house for a cocktail for the evenings. The guests stayed busy by playing tennis, beach volleyball, billiards, using the hot tub and of course going down the slide! This is a precious home that has been well cared for and is a classic cape experience.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
John C.
4 Mar 2016
Beautiful Home, Beautiful Setting
This house is huge and beautiful. We arrived with 16 members over three generations of our family. The house and property were immaculate. The 16 of us were accommodated comfortably between the house and boathouse. The house is beautifully furnished. There are 2 large eating areas, the formal dining room, and a nice sized breakfast room off a large modern, fully equipped kitchen. A large laundry room also houses an extra refrigerator. Off the comfortable living room is a less formal sunroom, ideal for morning coffee and evening cocktails, overlooking the outdoor terrace and the sailboats in the bay. The whole house is suffused with light and the gentle breeze off the water giving the place a cool comfort on the warmest of days. Upstairs, all bedrooms look out on the water. A casual and inviting boathouse is perfect for sunset cocktails while the kids play on the dock and beach. And most memorable are those sunsets over the bay.
We stayed at this property for an extended family reunion trip, and it was perfect for our needs. The added space in the boathouse along with ample space in the main house was wonderful! The home was unique and exactly what I expected a generational home in the area to be. Our group loved all the personal family collages and unique touches throughout. The hosts were kind, informative, and easy to reach before and during our stay. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2026
Loved having you. Thank you leaving our property so clean!
Exceeded expectations. The pictures do not do this place justice....the property, the landscaping, the location, the house....really everything was exceptional. This does not feel like a sterile vacation rental, but rather a cherished family home. The well organized kitchen was stocked with everything you could imagine, the bedding was lovely, the beds comfortable, the host responsive & the patio table with seating for 10 overlooking the water couldn't have been a more lovely place to have dinner. This was the perfect place for our large family to gather. There was a snafu with the wifi that the host helped to resolve in a timely manner. We would love to come again!
This home was magical . Couldn’t have asked for or wanted more.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Long Ellis
Anchor to Windward has been in our family for more than 50 years, and generations of our family have grown up spending summers here on West Bay. Some of our favorite memories have been made around this home — days on the water, dinners outside, and evenings watching the sunset together. We love being able to share such a special place with other families and hope our guests enjoy it as much as we have.
Why they chose this property
We love Osterville for its quintessential Cape Cod charm and the perfect balance of feeling peaceful and tucked away while still having so much nearby. The house sits directly on West Bay, yet Osterville Village is only about a mile away for coffee, restaurants, shopping, and groceries. We especially love being able to spend the day on the water, bike into the village, and come home to watch the sunset over the bay.
What makes this property unique
What makes Anchor to Windward truly special is the combination of space, privacy, and direct access to the water. Set on two acres overlooking West Bay, the property includes a five-bedroom Main House and separate three-bedroom Boat House, allowing large and multigenerational families to vacation together while still having plenty of space.
Guests have their own private beach and deep-water dock, with swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding right from the property. There are water views throughout the homes, outdoor dining by the bay, a waterfront hot tub, and spectacular west-facing sunsets. It feels like your own private Cape Cod retreat, while still being just about a mile from the heart of Osterville Village.