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Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Eastham, MA
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Campground Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod National Seashore
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Eastham

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Cape Cod Beaches and Campground Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a fenced private garden and a TV are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and charcoal grills. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .In the area of this Eastham holiday home, you'll find Cape Cod National Seashore.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Beaches - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Campground Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cape Cod National Seashore - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Thumpertown Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cooks Brook Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Provincetown, MA (PVC-Provincetown Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Town Cove Tap House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wellfleet Shellfish Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Double Dragon Inn - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!

Welcome to North Eastham and your beach home away from home. Relax and enjoy our lovely 3 BR 2 BA bright and sun-filled, comfortable home, one mile from Cape Cod Bay beaches, 2 miles to the ocean, and an easy walk to shops, cafes and the best donuts and coffee around.

You'll also find bright and airy living spaces throughout, plus newer ACs in each bedroom and in the main living area. Come home to a well-stocked kitchen and sparkling clean everything, in a quiet, residential neighborhood.

Good rest is important for vacations! That's why we take pride in offering newer, comfy mattresses in all bedrooms.

Our1/2 acre property features a lush, grassy fenced in back yard, big outdoor shower, firepit with Adirondack style chairs, sunny deck, hammock, and a pretty and private space to complete your relaxing Cape vacation.

Stepping back inside, our post and beam construction shows off a 20 foot vaulted ceiling in the living area with skylights to round out the classic, updated charm of your guest house.

You're one easy mile to Campground or Thumpertown beaches on the Bay, featuring miles of white sand flats at low tide and warm Bay waters. Or, 2 miles to ocean waves at Nauset Light and Coast Guard beaches. This heavenly part of the Cape has so much to offer. At a moment's notice you can drive out to the Bay or the Ocean, or both, and decide where to plant your blanket for the day.

Cooking in? Our full-sized kitchen and appliances also feature essential and extra spices and supplies, plus all the cookware you may need and a Bosch dishwasher to make clean-up hassle free.

All in a quiet family neighborhood, where you can walk and bike in the street with not a car in sight.

Gather around the firepit for lazy summer evenings with cool beverages and maybe some oysters, lobsters or steaks. Or, enjoy our big, roomy enclosed and private outdoor shower to rinse off after the beach while looking up into that clear blue sky. Or, grab coffee out on the deck in the morning, listening to the birds and sea breezes.

Access to the famous Cape Cod Rail Trail is only half a mile away, where you can go biking, strolling or running. Family entertainment? After the beach, grab the fam or friends and head out to one of the world's last remaining drive-in movie theaters in Wellfleet. All within minutes of the Barking Urchin.

You can also make use of our full sized Weber kettle charcoal grill and beach chairs and sand toys as available.

While we love them, we're afraid that we cannot accommodate any pets, please. Please also note, for your comfort, we ask that you supply your own bed and personal linens.

Come home to the Barking Urchin in Eastham, for your memorable Cape Cod beach vacation!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 34

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please bring bagged trash and recycling to the respective trash and recycling Seaside Disposal gray totes located in the side yard by the driveway. Please do not move totes.
Please leave the house in the condition in which you found it. Thank you!
Please return your keys to the key box, code 0-6-1-0, and scramble the lock code afterward, thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0222610860

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!?

Yep, Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! is a short 18-minute walk from Cape Cod Beaches. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and water tubing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and children's books, it's no surprise that Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!?

No, Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bright, spacious, private beach home. Big backyard, firepit, deck. Family fave! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eileen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long walk to the beach, esp carrying chairs, umbrella, etc. - need to buy a beach pass
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy check in and we loved the house and would like the same weeks next year
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything that we wanted.

Donna and Steve were quick to respond to inquiries as we prepared for a family vacation. The comfortable updated home is perfectly located between the Bay beaches and the Ocean beaches. Shopping for provisions in Orleans or night life in P-Town are easily accessible. The 1/2 acre fenced lot w/outdoor shower and fire pit is comfy and private. The kitchen is well provisioned and even has sharp knives.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Val S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house offers a very welcoming, well-stocked, comfortable, spacious base for your Cape Cod stay! We arrived on a hot and humid day, and immediately appreciated the four A/C units on two floors. We didn't use the basement except to do laundry, yet it would really be a bonus if there's a family with kids for that all-important "second hangout space."Outside, as you'll see in our photos, there is ample room for introverted time (important for our family) and we made use of the large lawn and deck to read and nap. We enjoyed multiple meals at the patio table, and used the grill. It also helped that the weather was perfect and being outside was so pleasant, not really buggy.Since our family loves to cook together, yet rental places can vary from what is promised in the profile, we tend to travel with pantry ingredients, knives and cookware. This time, I did not even unwrap my own knives, and we used many of the Yonchak's utensils, cookware, and spices!On the immediate block, several of us had morning runs or walks most days and the quiet streets definitely lend themselves for exercise routines. For those considering this location, know that there is not much town center in Eastham for tourists; we did not mind since the access to BEACHES (we went to seven) was perfect. For our "town mood" times, we simply drove 10-25 minutes to Orleans and Provincetown.Dana gave prompt responses before, during, and after our stay - it's so appreciated! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Amazing Stay

Our fourth year back at this house, always an amazing time. Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christiana C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Cape Cod family home

We loved this home! The Barking Urchin is quiet, private, spacious, and extremely comfortable. It is convenient to both ocean and bay beaches, and located near good local businesses. The kids loved the yard, the firepit, and the couches that seem to hug you whenever you sit down. Communication with the owners was excellent. I cannot recommend this home enough; when we come back to the Cape, we would happily return here!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation!

We had a great time staying here. The house was clean and had everything we could’ve needed. Great outdoor space especially for the kids and awesome outdoor shower. Owners were responsive and easily contacted. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another fabulous stay

This is our third summer staying at this property. We cannot get enough! The location is perfect, as well as the yard and the house. We can’t wait to go back next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome House and Perfect Location

We had a great time at the house and in the area. It was a perfect location for our son's weddding. The interior of the house reminded us of a cabin in Gatlinburg. The yard was was beautiful and we enjoyed several nights by the fire pit. We highly recommend this house and will rent it again on our next trip to the Cape.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Cape Cod Rental

Barking Urchin is in a perfect location and is very comfy and cozy. You will find everything you need there. The outdoor shower is the best we’ve ever experienced! The outdoor space is so relaxing and enjoyable. Dana was great to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Laurel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and property

Clean, well-cared for property in a great Eastham location. The hosts are highly responsive. Recommend it and would stay again. One thing to note: the 3rd bedroom is a loft, not private and has a skylight. But it has its own bathroom. Bring eye masks if you’re sensitive to morning light.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay in wonderful house!

This was our 2nd year at the Barking Urchin and it felt like coming home. House is cozy and comfortable with everything you could need for summer vacation on the cape. House is easy mile from campground beach. It has one of the nicest outside shower. And the backyard is great! Owners make it an easy place to hangout!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dorothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our week

The location of this home is great. The yard was perfect for my almost 3 year old grandson to use up his energy. Close to bay beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home

We loved staying at the Barking Urchin for our week at the Cape. It felt like our home away from home. Clean and cozy with a beautiful yard, wrap around deck and new outdoor shower, it has all the amenities for a wonderful stay. Highly recommend - I know that we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Eastham Vacation House

This was our third time staying at the Urchin. We enjoyed family whiffle ball games in the yard, unwinding after the beach, reading, and eating dinner on the deck. The inside space is very inviting and comfortable. Great finished basement area too for the kids to hang out in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Spot!

We cannot say enough about this property! Not Only was the house perfect and exactly what We needed, the outside space was amazing! We were very close to many beaches, great restaurants and ice cream. We can’t wait to Come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a great stay at the Barking Urchin. The hosts were very communicative from the beginning, answering little questions by email, etc. The house is in a great location, and we spent lots of time at both the bayside beaches and the ocean beaches. Lovely porch and yard - my favorite was the hammock (very peaceful). We were there during a heat wave, and the air conditioning units kept the house cool. Everything we needed in the kitchen! There were four of us staying there, and the downstairs area was nice for people to do Zoom calls and yoga. It was wonderful to have the laundry machines.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house on the cape

We had a great week stay at the Barking Urchin in Eastham. House is on a quiet street, a mile from campground beach, easy bike ride to rail trail, convenient to coast guard and nauset beaches. House is very comfortable with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a great outside shower, nice wraparound side back deck and a firepit for those cool Cape evenings. Kitchen had everything we needed. Looking forward to future stays at The Barking Urchin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Barkin Urchin is amazing

This house is super great for a trip to Cape Cod! it is has a great location, a lovely property and was very comfortable for my family of four. I loved the loft master bedroom, the outdoor shower, the quite location which is very close to Wellfleet and some of the best oysters in the world. A great stay. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay, very responsive to questions .

Enjoyed the high lofted ceilings, having the King sized bed upstairs with it's own bathroom. The basement was also very nice when parts of the family wanted to stay up and watch a movie. The desk in the basement was also helpful for catching up on some work.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and location. Had a great week!!

Property was clean, as advertised and had needed amenities. Enjoyed hanging out on the deck late in the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Cape Vacation

Stayed with our family of 4 and my dad. Plenty of space for everyone, with nice open living area and finished basement. Beautiful backyard where the boys can play and plenty of shade as well. Back deck is a great place to relax after the beach. Great location with easy access to beaches and restaurants. This was our second time staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander K., Boston, U. S. A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best rental ever

5 stars don't do justice to this truly remarkable in every way vacation rental. I need at least 7. Everything was as comfortable as home. The owners were two steps ahead of every wish that we had. Backyard is very private and very comfortable even for a big group of people. Place was very clean, tidy, kitchen fully ready for new people. Lis goes on and on. My only concern is that after this review this place might not be available for us next time... Anyway, I thank the owners and applaud them. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Our family had a wonderful time at the drunkin urchin! It had great amenities and was conveniently located near many activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

betsy h.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect summer retreat

we had a wonderful stay at the Barking Urchin. the house is airy and comfortable and the property is just beautiful. it was quiet and felt very private. sitting out on the deck, or around the fire pit was peaceful and relaxing. we enjoyed day trips to the beach, rail trail and nature walks among the dunes near the ocean. late afternoons and evenings were perfect for just hanging out at the cottage... reading, grilling, and just enjoying the specialness of the cottage. even on the one day that it was pouring rain, we had an enjoyable day, inside the cozy house. i would recommend this cottage highly, and the owners are delightful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021