Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

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Oceanfront cottage on a private beach - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Your own private path to the beach - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

You can't get any closer to the your own private beach! - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Beach chairs are provided! Ready for you to step out of your car and right onto the beach! No parking worries, always cold beverages and quick access to your own bathroom. A++ Beach towels are not provided. - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Wake up to the sunrise over the ocean, or sleep in with the blackout curtains down - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Bright and sunny bedrooms with new queen size mattresses - a desk area to work remotely and strong wifi. Both bedrooms have clothes hanging racks, storage and mirrors. Sheets are not provided. - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Both bedrooms have luggage racks, extra blankets, mesh beach bag and shower robe - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

TV, DVD player, movies, turntable and records, HDMI connection, and board games included - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Beachy decor makes you feel right at home! - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

High top dining table seats four and is a great hang out for late night cocktails or board games (we have many to choose from!) - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Original cyanotypes created with seagrass and seaweed - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Galley kitchen with full size fridge, electric oven and microwave. Includes cooking essentials, Keurig coffee maker, tea kettle, and toaster. - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Lounge on the patio with your favorite book. - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Takeout is better on the patio, especially since there's no dress code - sandy toes acceptable! - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Retro bathroom with full shower - bathtub combo and funky altered thrift store paintings! - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Don't forget to grab a book for the beach! - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Perfect size get-a-way for two couples or a friends retreat (*not to scale*) Includes two off-street parking spaces. Save money on beach parking and passes when you never have to leave the cottage! - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Located right on the beach! No more stress about beach stickers, parking fees or public restrooms. - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Take a walk after dinner and watch the colors of the sunset - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Access the beach from your private path, illuminated by solar powered lights - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Enjoy the beach even at night with 24 hour beach access - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Click on our guidebook at the bottom of our listing to learn more about local attractions, great places to eat and general information about the cottage! - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Follow @maloney_sandwich on Instagram for more photos and stay connected year-round! - Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

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Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich

Cozy mid-century Cape Cod summer cottage with a 24 hour private beach right in your backyard!

4 Guests · 2 Bedrooms · 1 Bathrooms · Cottage · Entire place · 528 Sqft

5•Fantastic

21 reviews

Registration ID: C0210612610

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Look no further because you found the perfect spot for a couples romantic get-a-way or friends retreat. Enjoy sunrises and ocean views of Sagamore Beach from the patio. Only a one hour drive from Boston and located before the Sagamore Bridge so you can avoid traffic hassles. Throw some food on the grill and watch the colors of the sunset over the ocean or take a short drive to many restaurants on the Cranberry Highway. Kayak and fish right off our beach without traveling anywhere. Don’t forget to take a bike ride on the canal!

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THE SPACE:
Single level, two-bedroom cottage, located on a private road with 24 hour beach access. Galley kitchen with full size refrigerator, microwave, and electric oven. Outdoor patio couch, patio table that accommodates four and gas grill. Combined living room with AC, dining area with high top table that accommodates four. Off street parking - limited to two vehicles on the property. Full bathtub/shower combination with shampoo, conditioner and body wash. Outdoor shower. Includes TV and DVD player, movies, board games, and small library. There is an HDMI cable connection if you want to hook up your laptop or tablet to the TV and stream shows. Each bedroom has a brand new queen mattress, pillows, coverlet, clothes storage, and luggage racks. Small office area to work remotely. Four beach chairs, small cooler and portable blue tooth radio available. Guests have access to all living quarters of the house, except for the basement and attic. Self check-in with a key accessed from a secure lockbox on the property. Interior doorways are narrow and only 2 feet wide.

PLEASE NOTE:
Guests must bring their own beach towels, bath towels, and queen sheets. Items that are provided and laundered between guests include: dish towels, bath mat, pillow protectors and pillow cases, queen mattress protector, and queen coverlets.

Hosts are available by phone at anytime to help answer questions or troubleshoot any issues. Located an hour drive away. Follow Sand Castle Drive year-round @maloney_sandwich on Instagram!

LOCATION:
A quiet Cape Cod neighborhood located in the town of Sandwich of Barnstable County. Only a mile from the canal where you can enjoy fishing and bike rides. With 24 hour beach access right from the backyard, you save hundreds on typical beach parking costs! Peruse the Cranberry Highway for antiques, art galleries or enjoy a bite to eat at the many seafood restaurants. Golfers can sneak in some tee time at nearby public courses. Treat yourself for ice cream, or cocktails at local bars. Within a 30 minute drive you can easily take a day trip to Hyannis for a whale watching boat trip or head north to historic Plymouth rock. For the kid at heart, a bowling alley, arcade, mini golf, and water park are all within a 5-15 minute drive away.

Sleeping Configuration

Bedroom 1

1 queen bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen bed

What this place offers

Hair Dryer

Basic Soaps

Paper Towels

Air Conditioning

Full Kitchen

Oven

Gas Grill

Patio

High Speed Internet

Laptop friendly workspace

Desk

Desk Chair

Nearby activities

Kayaking

Golf

Miniature Golf

Cycling

Swimming

Fishing

Roller blading

Walking

Suitability

No events allowed

No smoking allowed

Parking Included

There are two parking spaces available. Street parking is prohibited.

Meet The Host

Chelsea

Owner

This beach loving duo of 'Maloney Sandwich' are both visual artists based out of Boston and work in art education and with arts non-profits. Hosts, Chelsea and Bob are excited to share their cottage with you, as summers on Sagamore Beach are a family tradition for over 40 years. When they are not at the beach or making art, Bob is usually playing gigs with his bands - while Chelsea spoils their pet ferret Nova. Follow Sand Castle Drive year-round @maloney_sandwich on Instagram.

Member since: February 2020

Speaks: English

Response rate: 100%

Response time: within a few hours

Scenic views

Beach view

Ocean view

Location

Beachfront

Waterfront

Oceanfront

Getting around

There is not a local public transit system, so driving to local attractions is suggested. Explore the canal on bikes, which is less than a 5 minute ride from the cottage.

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Guidebook

Some helpful tips for staying at Sand Castle Drive and local suggestions of our favorite places to eat

Policies and Rules

Check In: 2PM - Flexible

Check-in is Sunday at 2 pm. Check-out is Saturday at 10 am.

The Host(s) will notify the Guest of the code for the key lockbox and self-entry instructions before check-in via the cell phone number provided.

- To enter the cottage, locate the lock box to the left of the front door before you go up the steps - in between the outdoor shower and grill.
- It is inside the grey electrical outlet cover attached to the house. Pull the cover down and you will see a combo lock.
- Rotate the knob to the left until you reach the first letter, then rotate it to the right, passing the second letter once, then stop on the second letter. Next rotate it to the left stopping on the final letter.
- Pull down on the black tab at the top of the lid to expose the key. Replace the lid and push the black tab up.

Guests will vacate the Unit by the check-out time as the Unit is needed so Host(s) can accommodate the arrival of other guests who have reserved this Unit. At the time of check-out by Guest, Host(s) will inspect the Unit and its contents for any damage, missing items and/or excessive cleaning needs and shall notify the Guest in writing and with photographic evidence when applicable, within seven days of any additional costs incurred by negligence or misuse of the Unit.

Check Out: 10AM

No pets

No pet is allowed on or around the Unit or its premises.

Minimum age limit for renters: 25

Maximum occupancy: 4

House Rules

-Reservations accepted only for Sunday with check-in at 2 pm through Saturday with check-out at 10 am. 6 night minimum stay.
-A maximum of four registered guests are allowed to stay. Guest agrees to take full responsibility for the acts of the occupants and shall not violate any city or county ordinance or state law while on the premises.
-A signed rental agreement and ID are required before the booking is confirmed.
-The Unit is not suitable for children under the age of twelve.
-No pet is allowed on or around the Unit or its premises.
-The Unit will not be used for parties, weddings or other events and group-like activities.
-No smoking or vaping of any kind indoors
-Only park cars in the two designated parking spots. Street parking is prohibited and may result in parking violations. Guest is responsible for costs associated with parking violations.
-Be respectful of our neighbors and limit loud noise between 10 pm - 8 am.
-Please clean and leave the cottage in the same condition as it was found, including the removal of all food and belongings.
-Upon departure at check-out time, Guest agrees to clean dirty dishes, return items to their original places, remove belongings and food, empty trash into the outdoor bins, close and lock all windows/doors and replace they key(s) in the lockbox. Host(s) reserves the right to charge additional for the cost of excessive cleaning.
-Failure to follow house rules will result in removal from the premises and cancellation without refund.

Payment Policy

Check or credit cards accepted. Checks must be issued in U.S. funds and be drawn on a bank that operates within the U.S. Federal Reserve System.

Since lodging is provided for a period of thirty days or less and is not the Guests primary residence, additional local transient occupancy accommodation charges include: Massachusetts Room Occupancy Excise Tax of 5.7%, Town of Sandwich Local Room Occupancy Tax of 6% and the Cape Cod and Islands Water Protection Fund Tax of 2.75%, for a total of 14.45%

A non-refundable advanced payment is due within forty-eight hours of booking and is required in order to reserve your dates. This amount will be applied to the total amount due. The balance of your payment is required thirty days before check-in. For bookings within thirty days of reservation, the entire amount is due.

Failure to pay obligations when due, abide by this agreement or depart by check-out time, Host(s) may:
- Enter the Unit and order Guest and occupants from the premises and, if necessary, use law enforcement officials to effect their removal.
- Take possession of the Unit and remove any personal property of Guest and occupants remaining in or around the Unit;
- Re-key the doors at the expense of the Guest;
- Make the Unit available to accommodate other guests with reservations for the Unit.
- All money is forfeited if the Host(s) and/or local law enforcement remove Guest during occupancy.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made in writing thirty days prior to the check-in date to receive a refund. Reservations cancelled less than thirty days prior to check-in, or thereafter, will forfeit the entire amount paid. Early departure after check-in, for any reason, does not warrant any refund. The advance payment is non-refundable regardless of circumstance. Exceptions to refunds will only be considered for extenuating circumstances on a case by case basis.

The Host(s) cannot be held responsible for inclement weather, extreme weather conditions or weather related power outages. Refunds will not be made for these types of occurrences. All money is forfeited if the Host(s) and/or local law enforcement remove Guest during occupancy for failure to follow house rules.

Notes

- As is custom for Cape Cod vacation rentals, guests must bring their own beach towels, bath towels, and queen sheets. Items that are provided and laundered between guests include: dish towels, bath mat, pillow protectors and pillow cases, queen mattress protector, and queen coverlets.
- Guest agrees to take good care of the furniture, carpets, window coverings, appliances and other household goods and personal effects, and further agrees to leave the Unit in the same condition as it was found. Guest is responsible for any necessary laundry or cleaning during the occupancy period.
- Guest must pay for all damage and/or repair to the Unit or personal property located in the Unit caused by Guest or occupants and/or to pay for the cost to replace any personal items missing after check-out time.
- Host(s) will provide the Unit in “as is” condition and shall use its best efforts to ensure operation of all amenities, including: galley kitchen with cooking essentials, full bath, two bedrooms with queen sized beds and pillows provided. Host(s) will not be held responsible for such items failure to work, but will make every effort to correct any issues as reported as quickly as possible and may enter the Unit during occupancy for any purpose connected with a repair, care or maintenance of the Unit. Guest and occupants have access to the entire cottage except for the basement and attic.
- The Host(s) cannot be held liable or responsible for theft or loss of Guest and occupants personal property, money, jewelry, or valuables of any kind during or after the occupancy period.
- If an action is instituted to enforce this agreement, the Guest will be responsible for costs associated therein, such as attorney fees and/or lost wages.

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Sand Castle Drive ~ Oceanfront with Private Beach - Sandwich