Nestled in a quiet West Chatham cul-de-sac, this charming cottage is just a 5-minute walk from White Pond. Enjoy swimming, fishing, and canoeing with deeded rights to the pond or relax in the sunroom with your favorite book and morning coffee. The fully equipped kitchen is perfect for home-cooked meals while the Weber gas grill awaits outside.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedroomsSleeps 693 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Add dates for prices
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
WALK TO RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & LIQUOR STORE! CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN CHATHAM!
This adorable cottage is in an ideal location in West Chatham! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac with five other homes. A 5 minute walk down the street brings you to White Pond. The cottage has deeded rights to the pond, for you to enjoy swimming, fishing and canoeing. It has 3 bedrooms- 1 queen bed, 2 twins and bunk beds that sleep 2. One bathroom with stall shower and sink. With a sunny open floor plan, it provides lots of living space. Washer/dryer and central air. Bed linens, bath towels and kitchen towels all included. Fully equipped kitchen is the perfect size to cook any meal and relax at home- rather than eat out. New LG stainless steel electric range for the 2025 season! Relax in the sunroom and enjoy your favorite book and morning coffee. Just outside the kitchen door is a Weber gas grill. Beach towels are here for your convenience. Plus sand toys for the kids. The landscaping is lovely with grass and mature trees. Parking for 2 cars. To Get to White Pond: Leaving the cottage— walk down to the end of Balfour Court and make a left. Walk to the end of Balfour Lane, which ends in a cul-de-sac. Take the paved road on the left and down the hill, road curves to right. Stay on right. Road becomes 2 tire tracks to clearing with sign “Swimming for Balfour Residents ONLY with pond access.”
House Rules: - Do not smoke - Do not bring your pets - Be respectful of our neighbors as several live there full time - Dispose of all remaining food and place garbage in the outside bin before you leave - Place all dirty dishes in the dishwasher and run - Wash and dry all used linens and towels prior to check out. Do NOT wash bedspreads or pillow shams-- please leave them on the beds. Off season: Nov-April. There will be a $60 laundry fee, as the laundry shed will be winterized. - Return key upon departure - Check in- after 3pm - Check out by 10am
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Canoeing nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please strip all used bedding along with all used towels and please wash and dry. Leave in the dryer. Please do not wash comforters and shams.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please rinse off in the outdoor shower before ente
If guest cancels reservation, all monies received
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Not 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Not allowed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number C0225970550
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is WALK TO RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & LIQUOR STORE! CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN CHATHAM! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at WALK TO RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & LIQUOR STORE! CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN CHATHAM!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at WALK TO RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & LIQUOR STORE! CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN CHATHAM!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is WALK TO RESTAURANTS, SHOPS & LIQUOR STORE! CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN CHATHAM! located?
Located in the heart of Chatham, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Chatham Drama Guild and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Cape Cod Beaches. Veterans Field and Gallery Antonia are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This property made a lovely base for exploring the Cape. Easily accessible, near some good restaurants and an easy drive to Chatham, Harwich and beyond. Access to the public beach at White Pond was a highlight - we swam every day!
My husband and I stayed in this lovely Cape house with our 13-year old son while we were in town for a week for a family wedding. It was perfect! It’s such a sweet spot, and reminded me of the Cape vacations we used to take when I was a kid - peaceful, simple, and carefree.It’s an easy walk to a great bakery and coffee shop, and a nice walk to the shops and restaurants on Main Street.Sharon is easy to communicate with, and does a great job hosting.We’d definitely recommend this rental.
We really enjoyed the cottage for our end of summer trip to Chatham. Sharon was a wonderful and generous host who responded timely to any inquiries we had. Great location in Chatham with easy access to downtown as well as Chatham beaches. Nice, quiet street with access to walking trails. Would stay here again!
Perfect cottage for our needs. Located close to all the sights and sounds of the area. Property owner responsive.
pat a.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Mary
14 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The bathroom is small and the laundry is outside in a shed.
The kitchen is good with a microwave and coffee maker.
Comfortable living space, but there no lamps.
Location was amazing for exploring Chatham! We were able to paddle board on the pond which was so quiet and peaceful, hiked on th trails up the road and close to downtown and beaches ! The house was a exactly as advertised, it was clean ,
Sharon was a great host and check-in and communication were super easy. Great proximity to downtown and to beaches and that is really all we cared about. Accommodations were clean and neat albeit rustic and dated. In summary, for the cost in the overpriced Cape this is a solid choice.
My daughters and I were in town for the annual Christmas Stroll. Sharon's house is adorable, clean, comfortable and you cannot beat the location. Very close to town and the the fish market where we purchased steamed and cracked lobster for our dinner. We enjoyed walking down to White Pond to watch the gorgeous sunset. Street is tucked away off of Rte 28 on a quiet road. Fabulous and festive weekend.
What a great place to stay! I was on the Cape for Thanksgiving so it was a different kind of vacation but just as much fun. This sweet house had everything I needed and close to town and the beach. I loved walking the Sylvan Path every morning. The host stayed in touch to make sure everything was fine. Thanks Sharon!
We had a lovely time in Chatham! We went fishing at white pond lake 2 of the days and caught some big bass. We drove to Mayflower beach one day. We observed the light house and walked along light house beach where we saw live star fish, crabs, love mollusks in the shallow water. We observed at the fishing pier where we saw the fishermen unload their fish and the seals surround the boat for a snack. The home was a short drive to shopping and restaurants. Overall a lot of happy memories before baby arrives and we were very happy about the affordable price of our stay.
Open floor plan, walk to restaurants, and bedding was a plus!
Beach towels, beach toys if you have young kids were available along with bath towels
Rooms were decent sized.
Bedding was asthetically pleasing.
Beds were comfortable.
Lots of extra blankets and throws
Heating and AC were so helpful as it was unusually cold when we were at the cape
Love the grill and easy to use
Walk to restaurants
Easy access to Main Street
Use public access to white pond on the other side of pond
Owner was easy to communicate with and helpful
Sunroom was a nice private "room" kids could play cards in at night and not worry about waking up the rest of the house.
Clean house
Cons:
Bunk bedroom had a closet but it was locked so a bit challenging for kids to manage clothes out of their luggage. No dresser
Bathroom was oddly laid out
Typical early check out at 10 can be challenging due to laundering bedding at 8 am but it saves you from bringing your own.
Cottage is well located in Chatham with easy access to downtown and local beaches. The cottage is very clean and has everything you need for cooking, grilling, laundry, etc. We had a very pleasant week's stay and owner communicates well for providing information and answering questions.
Nice cottage. Very clean, great location. Nice yard, could use an outside table for meals. Very nice porch especially for morning coffee and evening meals. House is a little dated but would stay again. Sharon was an excellent host. Very good communicator.
Sharon was so incredibly accomidating to us, I really appreciate her timeliness in responses and overall communication. The place overall was a cute and much needed get away for us. Very clean, and really has everything you could need!
Sharon's home is exactly what my family needed for a week long trip to the Cape. It's in a great location, not too far from downtown and an easy drive to Ridgevale Beach (our favorite). The bedrooms were comfortable for us and our baby daughter, and the kitchen allowed us to cook/prepare meals. Would definitely recommend for couples and small families!
Sister trip, good thing multiple rooms as I snore!
Nice place centrally located. Larry’s PX great and the Sylvan Garden was a nice surprise! I wouldn’t necessarily brag about access to White Pond however.
Sue F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Becky P.
8 July 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Yuck
The house smells so badly like it has been closed for years with no airing out. I threw everything I brought out or in the wash as soon as I got home. And ANTS and EARWIGS everywhere! Sitting on the sofa, prepping food in the kitchen and laying in bed, they were always crawling on us. We were there for a week, and there wasn't even enough soap to last 3 days. After contacting the owner for MANY other issues, and getting a lackluster response, I gave up and just dealt with everything myself. Not a way I wanted to spend my vacation! Tried to move after day 2, but everything was full for the week.