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🐳 The Whale Song - Dog-Friendly Studio

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Immerse yourself in the charm of Cape Cod at Whale Song on Minister’s Pond, a dog-friendly studio perfect for two. Unwind in the private patio area with a gas grill and outdoor spa shower or explore nearby attractions like Arnold's, Coast Guard Beach, and Nauset Light Beach. With amenities like AC, beach chairs, canoe access to Minister's Pond.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

🐳 The Whale Song - Dog-Friendly Studio

Brought to you by the Heart of Cape Cod, Whale Song is a cozy, dog-friendly studio retreat just steps from a peaceful pond beach. Designed for two, this charming standalone cottage offers a queen bed, spa-style outdoor shower, private patio, and access to a shared canoe and kayak. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee in the hammock or paddling across calm waters, every moment invites you to slow down, breathe in the salt air, and savor Cape Cod’s timeless rhythm.

I respect the autonomy of my guests and can easily be reached by facetime, email, text, carrier pigeon, smoke signal, or yodeling. Communication with guests is important to us.

Very central to everything. Close to Cape Cod Rail Trail (bike trail), Arnolds, Coast Guard and Nauset Light beach, Salt Pond Visitors Center, Eastham Windmill, and First Encounter beach.

Private parking and easy access to the Nauset Loop, National Seashore beaches, Cape Cod Rail Trail (bike trail), Arnold's, mini-golf and Salt Pond Visitors Center. Please follow instructions in guidebook. Do NOT use GPS!

Brought to you by the Heart of Cape Cod, Whale Song is a cozy, dog friendly studio retreat near Minister’s Pond, where Cape Cod’s effortless rhythm blends sunshine days, paddle adventures, and quiet evenings by the fire. This adorable standalone cottage is perfectly sized for two, steps from a peaceful pond beach, and designed for relaxed stays that feel timeless — whether you’re here for summer warmth or crisp shoulder season.

Imagine waking to gentle light on the lawn, sipping coffee on your private patio, then grabbing the provided canoe or kayak for a calm glide across the pond. The yard offers space to lounge in the hammock, enjoy a casual outdoor meal on the patio, or gather around the fire pit under a blanket of stars. Inside, the queen sized bed invites restful sleep, the kitchenette makes simple meals easy, and the Roku TV and strong WiFi keep evenings relaxed. A spa style outdoor shower with rain head and handheld wash enhances your stay (please note this is the only shower).

Sleeping Arrangements
• Queen bed — comfortable and inviting sanctuary for two

Bathrooms
• Outdoor spa shower — spacious, seasonal shower with rain shower head and spa amenities (no indoor shower)

Outdoor Highlights
• Private patio with gas grill and dining furniture — alfresco breakfasts or sunset dinners
• Fire pit on the shared pond beach — perfect for evenings with friends or romantic nights under the stars
• Hammock and open lawn — lazy afternoons and sunny relaxation
• Canoe and kayak provided — serene water exploration and peaceful paddle mornings

Indoor Amenities
• Kitchenette with essentials for simple meals or snacks
• Coffee bar with drip maker, French press, hot water kettle, and complimentary coffee/tea selection
• Roku streaming TV and strong WiFi throughout — ideal for movie nights or streaming shows
• Air conditioning for warm summer comfort

Comfort & Essentials
• Luxurious linens, duvets, and Turkish towel sets with charcoal infused bamboo washcloths
• Beach towels provided for seasonal paddle and beach days
• Eco friendly toiletries — sulfate and phosphate free shampoo, conditioner, and body wash with no microbeads
• Thoughtful cottage touches that make every stay feel special
• Award winning custom digital house manual with local recommendations
• Minimum booking age: 25

Dog Friendly
• One (1) well behaved dog welcome with a $50 fee (must be over 1 year old). No birds, cats, ferrets, hamsters, or pet rocks — just a pup that says “woof”

Location Perks
• Just steps from a private pond beach with canoe and kayak launch — peaceful water moments await
• Walk to Arnold’s, mini golf, the Cape Cod Rail Trail, and Salt Pond Visitors Center
• Easy routes to National Seashore beaches and the Nauset Loop bike trail

Extras Available
• Vacation add ons such as Farm Fresh Eggs, Beach Games, Romance Packages, Tours, and more — details provided after booking

Booking Notes
We understand that life happens and plans can shift like the tides, so we always recommend purchasing travel insurance for peace of mind during your Cape Cod getaway.
For Airbnb: We set only two charges — a fair nightly rate and a cleaning fee based on what our professional team charges to reset the home. Airbnb adds its own platform service fee and collects local/state taxes separately. These are not controlled or retained by us.



The shower is an outside shower - includes amenities to pamper yourself with
Please be sure you have app notifications turned on for your phone as this will be our means of communicating with you before, during, and after your stay. Our digital guidebooks contain directions, instructions, and access information. It is your responsibility to review this information prior to arrival.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 200 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

No parties or events
Please respect our home and its contents as we work hard to provide a nice environment for our guests to enjoy.
Minimum Age - The minimum age for booking and being the responsible party for all guests is 25 years old

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 C0292170860
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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About the area

Located in Eastham, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore, while Schoolhouse Museum and Edward Penniman House and Barn are cultural highlights. Poit's Lighthouse Mini Golf and Orleans Bowling Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Eastham travel guide
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Eastham, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Cod National Seashore showing tranquil scenes and general coastal views
    Cape Cod National Seashore
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Salt Pond Visitor Center featuring a bay or harbour and a river or creek
    Salt Pond Visitor Center
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Beautiful Beach. What a great beach! Big and gorgeous.  Yarmouth's largest saltwater beach
    Cape Cod Beaches
    4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Nauset Light Beach showing a lighthouse as well as a small group of people
    Nauset Light Beach
    4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Schoolhouse Museum
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cumberland Farms
    3 min drive
  • Wendy's
    7 min drive
  • Hot Chocolate Sparrow
    9 min drive
  • Town Cove Tap House
    9 min drive
  • Wellfleet Shellfish Company
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🐳 The Whale Song - Dog-Friendly Studio pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🐳 The Whale Song - Dog-Friendly Studio?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🐳 The Whale Song - Dog-Friendly Studio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🐳 The Whale Song - Dog-Friendly Studio?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🐳 The Whale Song - Dog-Friendly Studio located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Schoolhouse Museum, Salt Pond Visitor Center and Cape Cod National Seashore. Eastham Windmill and Wiley Park Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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🐳 The Whale Song - Dog-Friendly Studio Reviews

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9.4

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10/10 Excellent

Flynn O., Catskills ny

Whale Song vacation

We had a great stay , great weather and a nice new air conditioner . We had a nice swim at the pond and walked to Arnolds . We had a great stay .

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming small cottage

Whale Song had everything one could want in a small space. The outdoor table and chairs provided a great place for meals or reading. The pond beach and canoe were lots of fun. Tara was incredibly responsive. All in all a five star experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David W.

Whale Song is a tiny charming cottage.

We returned to stay at Whale Song for a few days again this summer. It is a tiny, but charming cottage and could not be better maintained, cleaned or equipped. There has clearly been a great deal of attention to every detail. It is in a few minutes walk down a private, wooded road to a quiet, small sand beach with canoes and kayaks on a pretty pond. The kitchenette has everything you could need for its size. The outdoor shower is scrupulously clean, and feels very private.If you don't need a large space, it's perfect for two people to relax and enjoy the outdoors.

10/10 Excellent

Zoe A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy walk/bike to coast guard beach and the salt pond visitors center. the cottage itself was the perfect size for two people just wanting a little getaway, and the outdoor area was great for sitting at night. The host was also super communicative, quick responses, and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September stay

We enjoyed our stay very much
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable and cozy!

We had a great experience the four nights we stayed at Whale Song. Tara provides everything needed plus more for a great stay in Cape Cod. The neighborhood was beautiful and quiet and you’re a quick walk/run to the Salt Pond visitor center which was fun to explore. Also a short drive to some of the best beaches on the Atlantic cost (Marconi and Nauset). Can’t say enough good things about this BnB for two!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cute, but to small

Property looked as it was portrayed online on the inside. Nice and clean, but smaller then I expected, especially with a large dog crate taking up a lot of room. Outside shower was nice..plenty of hotwater. Patio and yard furniture could use a little tlc and new (and more!) Citronella candles were needed. Overall, well suited for a young, petite couple, not a 300lb man and his 60lb dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short but Sweet

I was greeted by the homeowner with a bag of treats welcoming to the cottage.Myself and my partner loved the outside shower….it was very quiet surroundings and the lake was a 5 minute walk.and you were close to north Truro and Provincetown.The cottage was perfect and we bought our dogs and they loved the surroundings.It was a last minute thing before my knee surgery and we loved it.😊😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host

Tara was a great communicator. There was an unavoidable issue with hot water that she immediately dealt with. When the issue was looking like it might take more than an hour or two. She offered up a nicer location nearby. The house was classic cape cottage quaint with attention to small details. The bed needs to be replaced.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Russell F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whale Song in a Gale

Tiny and cute converted shed which kept us dry for the first 36 hours of our stay as the rain kept us indoors most of the day. The main lighting for this small space came from the 3 bulbs attached to the ceiling fan. Unfortunately, they were all "bright white" bulbs making the lighting of this otherwise romantic space, stark and cold. Also, power outlets were oddly placed behind the bed headboard (fire hazard?) and the occasional table that acted as the kitchen table (had to pull the table away from the wall to use the outlet.) It would have been nice to understand where Minister's Pond was relative to the hut as we didn't discover it until minutes before we left.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Whale Song. Cleanliness, communication, privacy were all excellent. How small is this place? The building dimensions are 12 feet by 16 feet. That leaves room inside for a tiny water closet, a comfortable queen sized bed, a love seat, a kitchenette, and a very thin table with 2 chairs. The kitchenette was very well equipped, including coffee and tea, and we found everything we needed for preparing simple meals. There is ample space outdoors for dining. Great location for beaches and rail trail.
Dinner at the indoor table
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing!

My husband and I had an amazing time in The Whale Song! Floating in the fresh water pond is my favorite. All of the little amenities were absolutely fabulous from snacks to breakfast bars, coffee and tea, to soaps and lotions! Tara went above and beyond to get us into this tiny cottage that we’ve been staying in for 7 years. She even brought fresh cut flowers from her garden. Highly recommend staying in any of her properties!

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024