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Overlooking Wychmere Harbor, 400 steps to beach, town & Nantucket ferry.

Savor family dinners by the wood-fired fireplace or unwind in your private garden haven. Create lasting memories just steps away from Nantucket Sound’s warm waters.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathrooms465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Overlooking Wychmere Harbor, 400 steps to beach, town & Nantucket ferry.

Steppingstones, a magnificent small estate on 1.89 acres directly across from Wychmere Harbor, offers a captivating setting adorned by mature shade trees, soothing flower gardens, a sweeping emerald lawn, koi pond and three separate patios. There is an outside shower off the mew as well as a fire pit on the front patio. You will enjoy total relaxation in your quiet oasis, a short walk to town, and many superb, family friendly restaurants, The Freedom Ferry to Nantucket and Merkel Beach on the warm waters of Nantucket Sound adjacent to the Wychmere Harbor Club are less than a quarter mile away as is the marina on Saquatucket Harbor, ideal for boating enthusiasts.
Steppingstones, the main house, is lovingly maintained and updated. It includes a top of the line gourmet kitchen and butler's pantry/bar. plus a secondary small, new kitchen. Elegant dining can easily be had with an array of lovely dishes and pottery that we welcome you to use as your own. A distinctive post and beam ceiling accents the spacious U-shaped living and dining areas that surround a wonderful old fashion center chimney, with two wood fired fireplaces, one in the dining area and another facing the living room area, creating a cozy, warm atmosphere. The living room is ideal for quiet thoughts, while the 4 season sun room augmented with built ins and a gas fireplace is ideal for games and special times.. The second floor of Steppingstones has six bedrooms, two onsuite and the
others with shared baths. The seventh queen bedrooms is on the first floor with connecting lavatory. There are kayaks that can easily be brought across the street for your pleasure plus you can fill your picnic basket and enjoy the view! You do need your car!
Pebbles, is a separate cottage on its own .8 acre, with one king bedroom plus large living area with a gas fireplace, full kitchen and double pull out sofa. Pebbles, also, has one full bathroom plus an outdoor shower and tub on the back patio graced with flowers and trees! The cost of Pebbles is an additional $250 per day or $1,500 per week .plus $150.. cleaning.

There is ample parking for cars, and the garage has abundant space for storage.
We rent to all people of good will from every walk of life.
Reunion fees: wedding $5000, rehearsal dinner $3000, other events according to details. ie. tents and etc.. In most cases, a plan can be reached.
















Keywords: Our Cape Cod home is inviting and spacious.

Property manager

Marylynn Clune

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Not even on the property. Thx

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 32

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: In some cases, we allow pets $50.00 per day.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Always kid friendly...walk to the beach/town

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Events fees $1,500 to weddings $5,000 per contract
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 C0014871260

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Walk to Beach Town With Restaurants /stores. View
Overloking Wychmere Harbor Walk to Beach Town Nantucket Ferry
Overlooking Wychmere Harbor walk to beach town Nantucket ferry

About the neighborhood

Map
harwichport, ma, MA

What's nearby

  • Harwich Port - 7 min walk
  • Bank Street Beach - 15 min walk
  • Allen Harbor Marina - 3 min drive
  • Cape Cod Baseball & Bumper Boats - 3 min drive
  • Cape Cod Lavender Farm - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brax Landing Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ember Coal Fired Pizza & Wings - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sundae School Ice Cream - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Short 'n' Sweet - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Overlooking Wychmere Harbor, 400 steps to beach, town & Nantucket ferry. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Overlooking Wychmere Harbor, 400 steps to beach, town & Nantucket ferry. ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Overlooking Wychmere Harbor, 400 steps to beach, town & Nantucket ferry. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Overlooking Wychmere Harbor, 400 steps to beach, town & Nantucket ferry. located?

Located in the heart of Harwich Port, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Harwich Port and Cape Cod Beaches. Brooks Academy Museum and Bank Street Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Overlooking Wychmere Harbor, 400 steps to beach, town & Nantucket ferry. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

donald m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical property!
This home sits on a stunning piece of property across the street from the harbor. The inside is charming, comfortable and homey. We also rented the cottage on the back on the property. Just as wonderful. We didn't lack for anything. Communication with the owners was wonderful! We hope to have an opportunity to rent again some time in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential Cape Cod Home
This home is wonderful with a vast lawn and lovely gardens throughout the property. The location close to the village and beaches is great. The large main house and cottage are well appointed with modern amenities while maintaining the charm characteristic of a quintessential Cape Cod home. Our family of 14 found the property delightful and a comfortable fit for our large group. The hosts were very responsive to our needs and communication was great! I would highly recommend this property for a multigenerational family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
Marylynn and David were the best hosts and we had a wonderful stay at their beautiful home for our wedding! The house is in a great location within walking distance to town and the beach. It was so nice to have my whole family together in one place with plenty of room!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family home
Spacious, clean, excellent amenities and location. Would definitely recommend for a medium to large group. Owner was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

George T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving on Cape Cod
We had a wonderful extended family Thanksgiving on the cape. The property is beautiful and the house is well appointed with great amenities. The owners were very responsive to our needs. We would love to rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
The house and cottage was very comfortable with plenty of room for a family of 12, and in a great location. Marylynn was excellent in her communications and recommendations for the area. We highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fred M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Cape Cod wedding and family gathering
This was a fantastic rental for location, venue, scenery, property, home accommodations and coordination experience. Well done and very memorable for our large family. Hosts were involved and available throughout entire rental process and our stay. Stepping Stones will always be a sweet memory for us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

judith b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family wedding gathering
Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stepping Stones
This property was beautiful. The home contains everything you need for a vacation in Cape Cod. The grounds are gorgeous. There are numerous sitting areas both outside and in which enable quiet contemplation, group conversation, and extensive play area for children. The harbor is right across the street providing a beautiful view. The kitchen is extremely well stocked with cookware, silverware, dishes, serving dishes, glassware, and necessary appliances. We were a family of 15 and were able to sit very comfortably at long dining tables both inside and outside on the patio. The home is within walking distance of town, several restaurants, and the beach (maybe 15 minutes to the beach). The owners could not have been any more accommodating and were readily available. Communication was particularly good and personal. The beds were comfortable, as was all of the furniture and the house is very open and inviting. We would certainly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a terrific house. Large and spacious. Easily accommodated our 16 family members.
We loved the house and it’s close proximity to my son’s wedding venue at Wychmere Beach club. The house is spacious and allowed our large family to be together for 4 days during wedding activities. We would highly recommend this home… owner was very hands on… available whenever we needed her… terrific property and owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful rental - great for families!
My family recently rented Stepping Stones and Pebbles for a week and had a wonderful experience - highly recommend renting this beautiful property! Perfect rental for a larger group, plenty of space to gather together while also offering lots of privacy with bedrooms and bathrooms. The house comes equipped with everything you would need for your stay - grill, fire pit, outdoor furniture, beach chairs, coolers, bikes… David and Marylynn were responsive and helped answer any question I had, very easy to work with! My family had the best week spending time together creating memories! Thank you for letting us rent your beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Doreen C.

Beautiful Home!
We had such a wonderful stay at the Stepping Stones house. It was great to have 14 of us under one roof. There was plenty of space for all of us. Everything was within walking distance. Thank you Marylynn for making our week so pleasurable.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Valarie M.

Beautifully maintained home with spectacular grounds and harbor view.
Plenty of space for group gatherings, yet areas for quite solitude. Our family of ten enjoyed this property centrally located on the Cape that provides easy access to everything we covered from Provincetown to Martha's Vineyard. Hope one day to return with grandchildren added, since two of our children were expecting on the trip. Thanks to the Clunes for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a perfect location!
The house is beautiful and extremely comfortable for a big group of friends (15 people). Marlynn was responsive to any questions we had about the house and was kind enough to let us use the beach chairs/coolers/bikes in her garage. The location is also perfect: right in the middle of town and an easy 10 minute walk to the beach. The property has a great lawn for outdoor games and activities and has a great kitchen perfect for cooking for a large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Excellent!
We rented Stepping Stones and Pebbles for the week of our son's wedding. Our family and extended family members ranged in age from 16 to 100! The house was amazing and equipped with everything you can imagine! It was the perfect place for our family together.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Perfection!
We rented the main house and Pebbles for our wedding party over our wedding weekend (Wychmere). It could not have been a more perfect location and house. Everyone had their personal space, but we could all be together to celebrate. The owners were prompt, very nice and easy to work with.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion and Birthday Celebration
The house was large with plenty of room.. We liked the fact the bedrooms were separated into different areas of the house. Gave plenty for all to spread out. The property was secluded and quiet. Beach was a short walk. Harwichport was a quaint town with good restaurants. Pebbles was adorable and loved the outdoor shower and bathtub.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Vacation!
Our family just had its most memorable and fun-filled Cape Cod vacation ever at the gorgeous "Stepping Stones"! Three generations enjoyed the wide green lawns that were perfect for family ball games, the exceptionally well-appointed kitchen where gourmet "treats" were created, and the large indoor and outdoor dining areas that were perfect for family meals and impromptu get-togethers. We loved the nearby beaches and the wonderful view of Cape Cod's most picturesque harbor. There were so many spacious rooms - all comfortable and beautifully decorated. It is in such a great location for our favorite Cape acivities. This idyllic home and grounds exceeded our expectations in every way!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

Great for our family get together
Tons of space and gorgeous yard. Had plenty of linens and living room is amzingly cozy and warm. An easy walk to the beach and eating breakfast in the front yard watching the sunrise over the harbor was breath taking. We walked for ice cream down the street each night and had the delicious melataways at Bonatts bakery every morning and had dinner once at Brax about 500 yards from the house. Cannot think of anything else you would need. The kitchen was huge and there is a back patio with a grill and a table for atleast 12 people...so much fun. Coming back next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great long weekend on the Cape!
We took advantage of a nice long fall weekend on the Cape. 4 couples with 2 small children and we had plenty of space to play in and outside the house. The kitchen area is fantastic for accommodating big groups helping out with meals, etc. Really do not need to use your car much once you arrive, walking distance to most places (restaurants, shops, etc.). The property is great with tons of outdoor space to explore. Everything worked perfectly and was very self explanatory. Very friendly town. Great 9 hole course to play, beautiful beach 5 to 10 minute walk away. We all had a great time and would highly recommend this house. Thanks again for such a great weekend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John P., Mahwah, NJ

Take Stepping Stones to a Perfect Wedding!
My daughter was just married last weekend at Wychmere Beach Club and we stayed at Stepping Stones. It was one of many great decisions we made for the wedding. The house is gorgeous--large, very unique, homey, beautifully finished with modern amenities, in an ideal location and perfect for large or extended families. We had another family stay with us totaling 14 adults but we could have easily fit more. It served as the home base for many of the events surrounding the extended weekend and it was just so convenient being literally down the street from the venue. Perfect spot for taking pictures of the bridal party the morning of the wedding and to meet up after to enjoy the celebration. The owner Marilynn was very attentive to our needs and made the house extremely welcoming for us. Was a perfect compliment to a perfect wedding, highly highly recommended.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peggie S.

Wedding guest retreat
Located directly across from Wychmere Harbor, this home was the perfect place to house guests attending our daughter's wedding. Our extended family, which included young children enjoyed a comfortable stay amidst lovely surroundings. There were high chairs, a crib and child's bed as well as toys for the little ones! The cottage behind the main house served as a quiet place for the bride's parents. It, too, was beautifully decorated and a much appreciated oasis of peace amidst all of the wedding excitement. The owner was most accommodating and very clear about not wanted a bridal party to stay in the main house. I couldn't agree more. This house is most suitable for families like ours who so enjoyed having together time while having their own spaces for sleeping. The outside grounds provide plenty of space for the children to safely play and there are many outdoor seating and eating options. The house is withing walking distance to Merkel Beach and the little town of Harwich Port. If you choose this property for your family gathering, you won't be disappointed!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Elliott L., Allison Park

Lovely home, but difficult owner
We rented Stepping Stones for a family reunion July 30 to Aug 6. There were to be 28 persons - our entire immediate family, to which the owner agreed. A number of those coming were small children, so we anticipated making do with some extra bedding which worked well. The house is well appointed and the grounds are lovely. It is easy to get to the beach and access to the rail trail section to Chatham is close. In addition to the rent, Mrs. Clune requires a sizeable damage deposit which we paid well in advance, as well as a significant cleaning fee. The problem with Stepping Stones is the owner who is unpredictable and unreliable. She initially withheld our entire damage deposit, claiming that we had more than 28 people staying during the week and that we had more than 100 at a party on our last night. The party had been planned with Mrs. Clune's knowledge and help. We never had more than our family staying and the number of guests who came to the party were 30 exactly which is what we had told her. After our protests she returned half of the damage deposit without ever documenting actual damage or repair expenses. She did claim her charge was justified for things like cleaning and linen that rightfully should have been covered by the rent and cleaning charge. She spent a day at Stepping Stones on about the fourth day of the rental and never at any time attempted to clear up misunderstanding or misapprehension. The impression is that she anticipated retaining the damage deposit in any event. Prospective renters need to know they may face unanticipated charges or even asked to leave on inaccurate, unsubstantiated accusations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming home
A charming home for sure. We enjoyed our stay very much. If you like old design this is the house for you. Cedar siding and roof, copper flashing, its adorable. The home's common spaces are large, great for large family gatherings especially the large dining room table. There were 15 of us in the main house, and 2 more in the cottage next door and we all fit very comfortably. Some of the bedrooms are small but just fine for sleeping. The grounds of the home are beautiful. The front yard is huge, with a view of the quintessential New England harbor just across the street. The back/side yard is very private, surrounded by trees and plants with a big table and chairs for everyone to sit around and enjoy. They have a large barbeque as well, so it’s the perfect spot for family to be together and enjoy a meal outdoors. We also took advantage of the firepit at night which was a lovely way to end a summer day. Not all bedrooms have their own bath and a couple weren’t in the best of shape. Some had no locks on doors or exhaust fans. The house was certainly walking distance to the quaint downtown but traffic on the roadway in front is very heavy during the day. You cannot drive and park at the nearest beach (Merkel Beach) as no parking is available to the public. You must walk 10 minutes but note that there are no sidewalks. The traffic on Snowy Inn Road is light however. There are other beaches a short drive away with parking available at a cost. It's much too far to carry a paddleboard or kayaks to Merkel unless you’re very fit and want to risk the traffic. Note that there is no functioning trailer to carry the kayaks or paddle boards. The bicycles are in some disrepair, and we couldn’t find a bicycle pump so I wouldn’t count on those. The house has some maintenance issues here and there, such as leaking shower, damage from roof leak in kitchen, broken icemaker on main fridge, loose tables, outdoor chairs with no cushions. We recognize that COVID has made finding people to help clean and maintain the home is likely a major factor. Despite some disappointments with little details at this price point, we had a great time, and the owners were absolutely lovely to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply amazing
We had the best family reunion here. Everything was what we needed and well attended to! Living area, dining room and sunroom are far more spacious than the pictures show. Hosts were great and even let me take a look around the property early. Kitchen has everything you could possibly need. Highly recommend a local fishing charter. We pulled in 25 sea bass and ate fish tacos for days!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021