5 min Walk to Beach and Downtown Harwich Port! Dog Friendly!

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Exterior
Coastal Living Room
Three Season Porch
Birds eye view of the beach (house not in picture)
Outdoor dining
review stars
9Outstanding
(30 Ratings)
"Very nice little cottage. We enjoyed our stay. "
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9 / 10
Outstanding(30 Ratings)

House in Harwich, MA

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

Dog friendly rental.

Escape to Whale’s Tale Cottage, a 3 bedroom, 1 bath renovated cottage that sleeps six (6) located just steps to the beautiful Nantucket Sound and the quintessential center of Harwich Port. Feel the ocean breeze from the screened in porch of this charming cottage. Located in the historic ‘Campground’ area, stroll with your family and friends while enjoying the Victorian seaside architecture against a backdrop of blue hydrangeas and Cape Cod Roses.

Whale’s Tale is ideal for anyone who is seeking relaxation and Cape Cod fun. A short 5 minute walk to the private Ocean Ave Beach and to quaint downtown Harwich Port that offers restaurants, a juice bar, coffee shops and shopping. Every Wednesday night enjoy ‘Port Summer Nights’ where you can find art, dining, music and shopping that is fun for the entire family. With the warmer water and gentle waves, the kids are sure to enjoy swimming and playing while the adults lay back and relax on the soft, sandy beach of Nantucket Sound.

Enter through the bright screened in porch perfect for afternoon naps, family game nights or unwind with a glass of wine. Open the door into the living room filled with coastal furniture/décor, 40 inch HD TV and WiFi. Off the living room you will find three (3) air conditioned bedrooms, each with a queen size bed, ceiling fans and one bedroom with a wall mounted 28 inch HD Flat Screen TV.

Just beyond the living area is the fully equipped kitchen, which includes granite counter tops, a dishwasher and high efficiency full sized stacked washer/dryer. The kitchen flows nicely into a dining area that seats six (6). Perfect spot to enjoy family dinners after a fun filled day on the beach. The bathroom is located just off the dining area boasting a renovated shower with pebble floor.

Out the back door, you will find a small yard with a fully fenced yard for your enjoyment and that of your pets. A patio with seating for six (6), gas grill, new enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water and updated landscape.

You are sure to fall in Love with this special spot and make memories for a lifetime!

Note:
There is an electronic door lock on the front door. Guest will have a code for easy access.

Parking for two (2) cars maximum.

Standard pack and play can fit in each bedroom


Parking for two (2) cars maximum.

Standard pack and play can fit in each bedroom.

BED LINEN / TOWELS
Bed Linen/Towels are not provided. We provide two (2) standard pillows and a light duvet cover with each Queen bed. There are extra pillows in each room, no extra blankets.

PAPER PRODUCTS/BATHROOM SUPPLIES
Toilet paper, paper towel roll, and hand soap in the kitchen and bathroom will be provided upon arrival. Guests are responsible for purchasing their own refills if they run out during the stay
Trash bags, laundry & dishwashing detergent etc. are not provided. Please make sure to bring them for your stay.

PETS
Please clean up after your pet. Please use a doggy poop bag when in the yard and walking around the neighborhood. The dog bags should only be disposed of in the outside trash cans.
If you have a pet that sheds and there is excessive fur throughout the house after you checkout, an additional cleaning fee may be charged.

Three video surveillance cameras have been installed. Two in the front monitoring the parking / front door and one in the back monitoring the back door. Video Surveillance cameras monitor the exterior of our home. Footage remains private and may be used for liability reasons and to monitor occupancy and other policies noted here. It in no way infringes upon the expectation of privacy in these public areas. To disable or obscure the cameras is prohibited and may result in eviction without refund.

Area Information:
• .2 miles (4 minute walk) to Ocean Ave Beach
• .4 miles to Perks Coffee Shop and Beer Garden, The J Bar (Juice Bar) The Port Restaurant, Hot Stove Saloon, George's Pizza House, Cape Sea Grille and more!
• .6 Mile to Ember Pizza, Sundae School Ice Cream, Dairy Queen, Harwich Port Golf Club and George's Fish Market (great fresh seafood)
• .6 miles to Bank Street Beach (Public Beach with lifeguards)
• .9 miles to Shaw's Supermarket, A&W Restaurant and Jake Rooney's
• 1.2 miles to Brax Landing (best Clam Chowder and Stuffed Quahogs!)
• 500 feet from CVS, Ace Hardware, Post Office and Dunkin Donuts
• 1.8 Mile to the bike path at Pleasant Lake Ave

Harwich Port also offers:
• The Freedom Ferry to Nantucket
• Seal Tours
• Shopping
• Restaurants
• Bakeries
• Beaches
• Galleries
• Harwich Mariners Baseball Games

Town of Chatham 7 miles away, you will find:
• The Orpheum movie theater
• Seal tours
• Shopping
• Restaurants
• Friday night Band stand concerts
• The Monomoy Theater
• Playground
• Public Tennis
• Chatham A's Baseball


Amenities at 5 min Walk to Beach and Downtown Harwich Port! Dog Friendly!

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Harwich, MA


Ratings and reviews

9 / 10
Outstanding(30 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
Very nice little cottage. We enjoyed our stay.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
This was a great experience for us and especially our 1 yr and 12 year old pups! The fenced in yard was great for them and we loved the neighborhood and short walk to the beach. The location was excellent as it was convenient to everything we wanted to do. We will book again!
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
A great property. One thing I'd say is thay if all three bedrooms were occupied, the one small couch in the living room and the tiny tabke in the kitech would have a hard time of it. But for my wife, our dog, and me, it was great. Harwich Port is very cool too.
6 / 10Average·Aug 2021
Very poor parking arrangements. One car fits in front. The supposed parking spot on the left of the house is not large enough for the car to be completely off the street. Neighbors on each side denied us the ability to park in front of their houses. Kitchen tiny with very tiny amount of counter space. No cutting board, no dish drainer, Only barely enough dishes if 6 people stayed. Kitchen table can't seat 6 unless pulled out into the middle of the room thus leaving very little walking space. No place to hang wet towels or bathing suits. Excellent location for the beach and walking into town! No shade in the yard for 90% of the day.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at 5 min Walk to Beach and Downtown Harwich Port! Dog Friendly!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is 5 min Walk to Beach and Downtown Harwich Port! Dog Friendly! pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at 5 min Walk to Beach and Downtown Harwich Port! Dog Friendly!?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.