Holiday rentals in First Encounter Beach

Large, Cozy, Walk to beach, Central AC, Game room

This classic, large Cape Cod house is just perfect for friends or a family reunion. The beautiful Thumpertown Beach is 0.3 miles or a 5-10 min slow stroll down the street. The house is large enough to accommodate everyone comfortably and has a convenient layout that also provides plenty of privacy. There is central A/C that covers the entire house, all rooms have hardwood floors, newer beds, comfortable mattresses and quality pillows. New 18x24 deck has Polywood furniture and Weber gas grill.

Contemporary Cape, Marsh/Bird Sanctuary views, AC!

Unwind in paradise! This stunning property offers the best of both worlds: refreshing breezes from the marsh through open windows and doors, and newly installed Air Conditioning for rare, scorching days. Wake up to sunrises, a symphony of birds, the endangered Osprey, Great Blue Heron, and Egrets outside your window. Audubon is across the marsh. At night, owls, moonrise, and stars!! A bright, airy oasis on a quiet cul-de-sac, minutes from the beach, shopping, and scenic bike/rail trail.

Romantic getaway suite

GENEROUS DISCOUNT FOR LONG TERM OFF SEASON STAYS. ( February, March, November, and December) Contact direct. Ten year old private one bedroom lavish suite over two car attached garage with private entrance, deck, and parking in a quiet neighborhood central to all the Cape has to offer. Beautifully furnished with central air, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, double slipper clawfoot soaking tub, separate subway tiled shower, wireless internet and Sony 49 inch 4KUHD edge -lit streaming TV.

Brand new, on a secret pond

Welcome to our chic guest house. This brand-new retreat includes a bedroom with king bed, a living room with a sofa bed, smart TV, sleek breakfast bar, and a contemporary bathroom with rainshower and a heated towel rail. Steps away the beach invites you to relax by the water of a semi-private pond next to the rail trail. Welcome to a retreat that strikes the perfect balance between contemporary luxury and the tranquility of nature – for those who appreciate the finer things in life.

Cozy Cottage

Get cozy and settle into this rustic space. Everything is here to enjoy a week on the cape(shorter stays available in the off season-please ask) in this beautiful little cottage. The beach is less than a mile away and the bike path is within a half mile. Close to the Orleans border with shops and great restaurants. Our weeks run from Saturday to Saturday. We supply you with linens and towels. We do have beach towels but you may want to bring your favorite towel and beach chair.

Cape Cod Heaven

Private one bedroom with full bath and balcony overlooking garden and a peek at the bay. Great location less than a mile from beautiful First Encounter Beach, a wonderful bay beach, and five minute walk to freshwater pond with sandy beach. Ocean beaches and bike trail close by. Bring your bikes or kayaks, or rent them, and enjoy all the Cape has to offer. Great for singles, couples, small families. Has a small refrigerator, microwave and Keurig. There is not a kitchen.

The Sea Captain's Carriage House

The 1840s Carriage House has been beautifully remodeled. The first floor has a living room, dining area, kitchen, and powder room with washer/dryer. The backyard deck has seating for four and a Weber gas grill. Upstairs, the large, elegant bedroom features a king-sized bed, sitting area, reading nook/twin bed, writing desk, and ensuite bathroom with shower. The half acre property offers beautiful gardens for you to enjoy and a delicious outdoor shower.

Classic Cape Cod Cottage

No cleaning fee! 15 min walk to the best bayside beach, Thumpertown Beach. The cottage is in a very peaceful wooded setting. A beautiful, charming 2 bedroom cottage 15 min walk to Thumpertown Beach. It's situated on a triple sized lot, close to the outer Cape's favorite attractions. Eastham is known as the Gateway to the Cape Cod National Seashore. Please note, from June 13 to September 6 we have a 7 night minimum from Saturday to Saturday.

National Seashore Escape

There is no interaction required with hosts during stay. 1/4 mile to National Seashore Salt Pond Visitor Center and 2.0 miles to Coast Guard Beach, rated America's 6th best beach in 2019 by Dr Beach. The studio is above the garage with a private entrance private bath with shower. Queen bed, wifi, whisper quiet mini split a/c no window unit, tv. There is a kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, sink, no stove.

Barn Cottage on Minister Pond

Newly renovated cozy heated Barn Cottage (not attached to house- privacy!) on Minister Pond with dock access to canoe/ new queen size bed/equipped kitchen/large deck overlooking pond/gas grill/private yard/2 minutes to ocean or bay beaches and bike trail in National Seashore/ many local attractions, and restaurants! Please note the new 12.45% short term rental tax is now in effect and will be added to your base. Thank you

The Salt Pond Cottage

This is a free-standing private cottage that sleeps 2 comfortably. A spiral staircase leads up to a sleeping loft with a NEW QUEEN size Nectar bed! There is a full futon couch on the main level. The kitchen has everything you may need. The most spectacular thing about this home is its close proximity to the National Seashore. The salt pond, bike path, and freshwater ponds are also moments away!

Cozy Waterfront Apartment, Private Beach Access

Charming living space with nautical decor invites you to unwind off the grid for a few days. There is a window seat for reading, small high top for morning coffee, and all the accessories for a relaxing day at the beach. A five minute drive into town for local shopping and dining. Many scenic trails for walking and biking. Make us your base as you explore Cape Cod’s beautiful shores!