Title: Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond ![Beach - Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond (Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66180000/66177800/66177713/ef312979.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books - Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond (Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66180000/66177800/66177713/21fca2dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond (Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66180000/66177800/66177713/ae7418a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond (Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66180000/66177800/66177713/83954c94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond (Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66180000/66177800/66177713/8dc7852d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Steps from Schoolhouse Pond, this Cape Cod cottage offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy coffee by the pond in the morning, hike surrounding trails or swim your stresses away. Return to relax under an outdoor shower and grill fresh fish on the picnic table. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond If a true Cape Cod cottage is what you are looking for, your search ends here. Steps from Schoolhouse Pond, you can forget about having to drive to the beach. Enjoy your coffee as you walk around the pond in the morning, hike the surrounding trails, fish with the family, sun bathe, or simply swim your stresses away. After a sun-soaked day return to the cottage to enjoy an outdoor shower, head town for some fresh fish to grill & enjoy at the picnic table, then retreat to dream of another day of adventures at your fingertips. 3 miles to downtown Chatham 2 miles to Ridgevale Beach ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the sea - On a lake ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88180000/88172100/88172067/5fd61af1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family/Pet Friendly - 1.6 miles to Skaket Beach and 3.4 miles to Nauset Beach Orleans - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=88172067&PinnedHotelID=88172067&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78670000/78663600/78663540/03fb24c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Lake Front Cottage Barnstable - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=78663540&PinnedHotelID=78663540&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70060000/70057500/70057493/3c0979cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Cozy Cape house steps to Restaurants & Beaches \~1.4 miles down scenic roads Yarmouth - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=70057493&PinnedHotelID=70057493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61480000/61479600/61479591/c572515a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront on Private Lake! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 C0298670550 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond Chatham Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.69470%2C-70.00060&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GniMH958srR6W1cQRXaVW3JEWnw=) Chatham, MA #### What's nearby - Chatham Marconi Maritime Center \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Caleb Nickerson House \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles - Chatham Chamber of Commerce \- 4 min drive \- 2.6 miles - Nauset Beach \- 18 min drive \- 10.5 miles - Hyannis Harbor \- 25 min drive \- 20.9 miles #### Getting around - Hyannis Transportation Center - 27 min drive - Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Drifters - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive - ‪Three Fins Coffee House & Cacao Factory - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kream 'n Kone - ‬4 min drive - ‪Pain D'avignon - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond? ### What time is check-in at Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond? ### What time is check-out at Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond? ### Where is Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Quintessential Chatham Cottage by the Pond Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 34 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah B. 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Had a great time, very nice place. ##### Leah B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edie B. 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything you need for a great cape stay!! Comfortable, clean, convenient, joyful place. ##### Edie B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dagny B. 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay! The location is amazing because you can see the pond basically from the front door. The house was clean, well cared for, and exactly as described. The host was super responsive and helped us with everything necessary. We would absolutely stay there again! ##### Dagny B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt V. 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home! The home was perfect for us and our dog. Very well located and the owners were extremely easily to communicate with. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone looking to get away to the Cape! ##### Matt V. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather B. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great stay at the cottage on Schoolhouse pond road! The neighborhood was peaceful and great for morning walks with our dog. It was also well situated for going to downtown as well as heading to other areas of the Cape. The cottage itself is the perfect size for our family, and is clean, comfortable and has all the amenities we were looking for for our holiday! ##### Heather B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday weekend This was a great rental for us..we usually stay with family and this cottage is around the corner from my aunt. Our whole extended family spent the 4th together staying in different spots in Chatham. We were very comfortable here and couldn’t have been happier with the accommodations. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don M., McKinney, Tx 15 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay!! Great location, welcoming hosts, modern fully equipped and very comfortable home. All you need for a great stay and hosts who quickly respond to any questions or issues. We will stay here again! ##### Don M. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Karyn S. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location! Cute home and great location. Kids loved the pond . Great location on Cape, Chatham is a beautiful area. Enjoyable stay! ##### Karyn S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olga T. 25 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place! Beautiful, quiet location by the lake, very clean house with everything we needed. We would love to come back! ##### Olga T. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle O. 19 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway Cute and extremely clean cottage with everything you need. Great location and excellent communication with host! Great Getaway! ##### Michelle O. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don M. 13 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place!! Our third visit to this property and as usual it was wonderful! Each year the owners improve it. Always clean and ready and well supplied. We highly recommend this property! Great place and caring owners! ##### Don M. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edie B. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful experience! Great location and accommodations. The hosts are wonderful and it's great to communicate with them if needed. Looking forward to returning! ##### Edie B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nikki f. 28 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Chatham This little cottage was the perfect rental for our family. It was well maintained, clean, great location, great neighborhood, and nice neighbors. We absolutely loved our stay! ##### nikki f. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra C. 31 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The house by the lake We loved it. The home was very warm and cozy. ##### Alexandra C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura A. 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection The location can’t be beat. Cottage is perfectly updated and we had the best time. ##### Laura A. Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross and Karen E. 3 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cottage great spot This home served our needs perfectly -- located near family on the Cape, close to Chatham, Harwich, and Brewster, and quiet setting. We are a family of four adults and while not a huge house, we were quite comfortable, cooking and lounging between visits to local family. ##### Ross and Karen E. Stayed 5 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edie B. 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from Home We absolutely love the cottage and our hosts. They continuously go above and beyond to provide a wonderful stay. We will return next summer as it is a family favorite. Thank you! ##### Edie B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack L. 11 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Cottage Very cute, clean cottage in a wonderful location near Schoolhouse Pond. I think this would be an especially great place for a family with small children. Owner is very thoughtful and communicative. We rented this property two years in a row and are happy to recommend it! ##### Jack L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann H. 18 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Cape cottage We enjoyed a delightful weekend in this cottage. The property is clean, comfortable and well-stocked with everything needed. We loved being so close to a pond that provided great walks for our dogs. The cottage is close to bike trails, bay and ocean beaches, and the town of Orleans. It was the perfect place to stay. ##### Ann H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicolette F. 19 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Schoolhouse Pond Road This was our second time staying in this home and it has quickly become a home away from home. We have enjoyed the home, the neighbors, and the pond. We look forward to returning in the near future! ##### Nicolette F. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne S. 15 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderdul We loved the cottage and so did everyone who came to visit. The pond is perfect for relaxing! The little ones loved it. Whitney was so great and responsive when I reached out! The location is perfect…so convenient. Exactly what we needed! ##### Joanne S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pia and William C. 1 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was the perfect getaway. We arrived and the property was set up to make us all feel right at home. We have everything we needed and more. It was so clean and organized. In a safe, beautiful neighborhood. We enjoyed it very much and would recommend it for sure. ##### Pia and William C. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack L. 9 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage, Great location Very cute, convenient, and thoughtfully updated cottage! The ad is very accurate, and if anything, it’s nicer in person than in the photos. We loved the small yard (especially with our dog) and the neighborhood is lovely and convenient to everything. Thank you! ##### Jack L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peenak I., New York, NY 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Home near a great pond The stay was great! Listing was described as listed, a couple notes - the yard is big and has a picnic table which is great for lunches. Neighborhood is super quiet. Saw lots of squirrels, chipmunks, and rabbits. On our first night got to see some tree frogs hopping around too! ##### Peenak I. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony S. 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay in Chatham Our stay was perfect at the cottage and we truly had a great vacation. The property was very clean and had all the amenities we could have wanted. Location was very close to beaches and to the downtown Chatham area. It’s also walking distance to a beautiful local pond! Communication with the property owner was fantastic. We asked to check in earlier in the day and received a response right away (they said we could)! I highly recommend a stay at the cottage! We are looking forward to staying there again in the future!! ##### Anthony S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023