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Private Cottage on Kinnacum Pond (1646)

4.6667
4.7 (6 Reviews)
4 BR
1.5 BA
8 Guests
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Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 single bed, 1 king bed
Bedroom 4
3 single beds

Featured Amenities

  • 1st Floor Bedroom
  • Linens Provided
  • Outdoor Shower

Escape to a simpler time at this quintessential Cape Cod summer cottage, tucked away in the heart of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Down a rugged, 0.6-mile wooded dirt road (SUV suggested), this charming 1,300-square-foot, 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath cottage offers the rare opportunity to truly unplug, slow down, and enjoy the beauty of nature.

Surrounded by woods and sitting beside a private kettle pond, the setting is peaceful, private, and wonderfully rustic. Spend your days swimming in the pond, enjoying the outdoor shower, or wandering through the woods to the ocean bluff to take in sweeping views and breathe in the salty Cape air. Ocean beaches, additional ponds, and Wellfleet Center are all about a 10-minute drive away.

This is Cape Cod at its most natural and unspoiled. There is no internet or Wi-Fi, and cell service can be spotty depending on your carrier (land line available). There is also no air conditioning. Instead, open the windows, listen to the birds, take a swim, and enjoy the kind of quiet that is getting harder and harder to find. Think less screen time and more summertime, live like it's 1993!

The cottage is accessed by a rugged, wooded dirt road, so an SUV is recommended. Please enter from Gross Hill Road, not Long Pond Road.

Linens are provided. Short getaways are available with an additional cleaning fee, or save the cleaning fee by staying 7 or more consecutive nights. An administrative fee and applicable taxes may apply.

If you're looking for luxury and modern conveniences, this may not be the right fit. But if you're looking for rustic charm, privacy, nature, and a true Cape Cod escape, this special cottage offers a chance to get away from it all and reconnect with what matters.

Amenities

General

  • 1st Floor Bedroom
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Fans- Standard
  • Heating
  • Iron & Board
  • Living Room
  • Parking
  • Vacuum
  • Washing Machine

Kitchen

  • Coffee Maker
  • Coffee Maker-Drip
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Toaster Oven

Entertainment

  • DVD Player

Outdoor

  • Deck Furniture
  • Grill - Charcoal
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Patio
  • Private Yard
  • Wooded Yard

Additional

  • Internet-NO INTERNET AVAILABLE
  • Linens Provided
  • pets not allowed

Availability

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Beautiful location, run down home

Sent on 2025-08-31 by , Maplewood, NJ United States
Overall
3
Property condition
1
Location
5
Cleanliness
2
Services from rental manager
4
My family and I really enjoyed getting to spend time on the pond that only the house had access to and walking on the trails that crisscross the woods around it. The house itself was in terrible condition and was stressful to stay in, which was a shame. The response of Berkshire Hathaway, that they’d alert the caretaker, with no additional help was also disappointing. The house was in terrible condition. On the second floor there was terrible water damage. There were holes and bubbling paint on the ceiling with what appeared to be black mold or soot around the edges. There were chipping, peeling broken asbestos tiles on the floor with the subfloor exposed. The carpets and bathmats were filthy and one of the blankets on one of the beds was badly stained. Additionally, while they were upfront about the lack of internet, it was also a cell dead spot so the only way we could call or text anyone was to leave down the dirt roads and drive about 7 minutes out to the Main Street. Overall the condition of the property is a huge shame because the secluded location on a private pond was incredibly special.

Manager's Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad your family was able to enjoy what makes this property so special — the private pond, surrounding trails, and secluded setting within the Cape Cod National Seashore.
We also want future guests to know that the maintenance concerns mentioned in this review have been addressed. The affected ceiling was taken down, replaced, and repainted. Fortunately, there was no water damage to the structure and no mold was found. The flooring has also been updated as part of the property’s ongoing improvements, and the linens and bath mats have been refreshed.
As noted in the listing, this is a very secluded property and internet service is not provided. Cellular coverage in this area can also vary significantly by carrier, something unfortunately outside of the homeowner’s or our control. If reliable cell service and data access are essential during your stay, this may not be the best fit.
For many guests, however, that remoteness is exactly the appeal. Properties like this — tucked away in the National Seashore with private pond access and very little connectivity to the outside world — are becoming increasingly rare. We like to think of it as one of those “last one standing” Cape Cod experiences.

Superb

Sent on 2023-09-25 by Gina B. , New York, NY United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Lovely, peaceful, quiet.

Manager's Response

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you found the property lovely, peaceful, and quiet. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're committed to maintaining these qualities to ensure you have a pleasant vacation experience. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future! CA

Superb

Sent on 2023-09-25 by , New York, NY United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Lovely, peaceful, quiet.

Manager's Response

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you found the property lovely, peaceful, and quiet. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're committed to maintaining these qualities to ensure you have a pleasant vacation experience. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future! CA

Private Pond Getaway

Sent on 2023-07-10 by Chris K. , Brookline, MA United States
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
First, I'll address some things that might not be obvious from the description. Yes, the property is down a long, bumpy road that you will do better on with an SUV or other high clearance vehicle. We did it with a conventional minivan and VW Golf and did fine but if you're anxious about getting stuck you should be aware of that. Also, there is no WiFi and really no cell coverage. (Every once in a while a random text would come through.) So unless you have a sat phone you will be disconnected from digital devices when you are at the cottage. All that being said, we absolutely loved this place and had a fantastic vacation there. We had two kayaks (which are at the property), three paddleboards, and various inflatables all over the pond. Our kids had friends come and go and everyone loved being able to unplug and just enjoy each other's company and the beautiful setting. At one point three people were floating on the pond reading books. At night and frequently in the morning around breakfast time people just sat around and talked, in a way that you just can't do if everyone has a phone or computer nearby. You can walk from the house to a couple of other ponds (Spectacle, Long and Gull) and to the oceanside beaches, either on the road or on various paths through the woods. (Do a thorough tick check afterward.) And everything Wellfleet Village has to offer is only ten minutes away by car or 15 by bike. The house has plenty of room and is very cozy. It's not for everyone but if you really want to get away for some deep relaxation this place is hard to beat.

Manager's Response

Dear Chris,
We appreciate your kind words about our property and the fantastic vacation you had there. We're glad to hear that you loved the place and enjoyed the opportunity to truly unplug and disconnect from digital devices. We understand that the long, bumpy road leading to the property may be a concern for some guests, and we appreciate you mentioning that an SUV or high-clearance vehicle is recommended. It's helpful for future guests to be aware of this, although it's reassuring to know that you managed well with a conventional minivan and VW Golf.
We appreciate your positive perspective on this aspect, highlighting the benefits of being disconnected and enjoying quality time with friends and family in a beautiful setting. It's heartwarming to hear about the activities you enjoyed on the pond, such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and simply floating while reading books. The ability to have meaningful conversations without the distractions of phones and computers is indeed a unique experience. We've also included the amenity of "No internet" for listings as guests are beginning looking for this type of retreat!
Thank you for mentioning the tick check afterward, as it's important for guests to be mindful of their surroundings. Thank you once again for choosing our property for your vacation and for highlighting the unique aspects of your stay. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for another deep relaxation experience.-DM

Kinnecum Pond

Sent on 2022-08-08 by Sterling R. , MARBLEHEAD, MA Unknown
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
3
Property condition
5
Gorgeous place, difficult to get in and out. Overall, a trip back one hundred years. The kids loved it.

Manager's Response

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We are delighted to hear your family enjoyed their vacation home.
We hope you will return soon!

Kinnecum Pond

Sent on 2022-08-08 by Jane and Sterling R. , MARBLEHEAD, MA Unknown
Overall
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
3
Property condition
5
Gorgeous place, difficult to get in and out. Overall, a trip back one hundred years. The kids loved it.

Manager's Response

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We are delighted to hear your family enjoyed their vacation home.
We hope you will return soon!
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