Waterfront/King Bed/Sleeps 2-10+Dog!
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Wellfleet
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House
Waterfront~Dog Friendly~ Lieutenant’s Lodge
8
Guests
4
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
Welcome to Lt Lodge, brought to you by the Heart of Cape Cod, a house on the bluff overlooking Cape Cod bay that is on the island home to ospreys and the diamond back terrapin turtle, beautiful sunsets, and more. Bring your dog and go hiking, biking, and kayaking, walks on the beach, or just relaxing on the porch overlooking the bay. Peace, quiet, and privacy is yours here on the island. It is truly a magical place.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund for cancellations up to 30 days before check-in. If booked fewer than 30 days before check-in, full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking and at least 14 days before check-in. After that, 50% refund up to 7 days before check-in. No refund after that. We highly suggest traveler insurance be purchased to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances.
Rooms and Beds
Living Room #1
single beds: 2
Bedroom #9
queen beds: 1
Bedroom #10
queen beds: 1
Bedroom #11
queen beds: 1
Bedroom #12
king beds: 1
Features and Amenities
Dining Table
Check In Option Instruction
Hot Water
Beach Essentials
Air Conditioning
TV
Clothes Drying Rack
Dishwasher
Near Ocean
Iron
Body Soap
Barbecue
Rates & Availability
Taxes and fees are additional
Green – Available for Check In/Check Out
Pink – Booked
Gray – Unavailable or Restricted Dates Such As Minimum Stays
Reviews
Wonderful stay!
Britt Backman
We absolutely loved our weekend stay at Lieutenant Lodge! The house was immaculate and exceeded all expectations. Perfect location right on the beach and a quick drive to downtown wellfleet. Within minutes of arriving, Our golden retriever jumped right in the water and had the time of her life walking the sandbars with us. The beds were the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in. We highly recommend booking this house. We are already planning a trip back next year!
The Island
Mary Frances Levasseur
The experience was awesome, it’s the feel of old Cape Cod, like time stood still! The beach is secluded like the way it was when I first started coming to Lieutenant Island in the 1950’s!
Ocean Views
Ron Levasseur
We could see the ocean or marsh from every room! Spectacular service and tender loving care make this cottage the best!
Mr
Mike Harter
Loved the location. Only wish there was a landing about half way down the steps to sit at when tide was In. And to take a break when you have littles. But definitely will rent again
Description
Welcome to Lt Lodge, brought to you by the Heart of Cape Cod, a house on the bluff overlooking Cape Cod bay that is on the island home to ospreys and the diamond back terrapin turtle, beautiful sunsets, and more. Bring your dog and go hiking, biking, and kayaking, walks on the beach, or just relaxing on the porch overlooking the bay. Peace, quiet, and privacy is yours here on the island. It is truly a magical place.
Notes
There is no wifi - Guest must use their own data plans to create a wifi hotspot
Wifi hotspots can be rented from library for use during stay
Tides are the rise and fall of ocean water levels that happen every day. They’re caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun on Earth’s oceans. The moon’s pull is stronger because it’s closer, and it causes water to bulge out on the side of Earth facing the moon and also on the opposite side.
As Earth rotates, different areas move into these bulges, which is why we get two high tides and two low tides each day. It’s like the ocean is following the moon’s lead in a giant, watery dance.
Please check a tide chart for Wellfleet Harbor (in your guidebook) so that you can plan accordingly.
Wifi hotspots can be rented from library for use during stay
Tides are the rise and fall of ocean water levels that happen every day. They’re caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun on Earth’s oceans. The moon’s pull is stronger because it’s closer, and it causes water to bulge out on the side of Earth facing the moon and also on the opposite side.
As Earth rotates, different areas move into these bulges, which is why we get two high tides and two low tides each day. It’s like the ocean is following the moon’s lead in a giant, watery dance.
Please check a tide chart for Wellfleet Harbor (in your guidebook) so that you can plan accordingly.
Neighborhood
We love our neighbors! The neighborhood is quiet, picturesque, peaceful, and surrounded by water and nature, perfect for beach walks, kayaking, and hiking.
Access
The door code access information is sent upon booking confirmation in the digital house manual
Space
This historic 1927 hunting lodge on Lieutenant’s Island transforms into pure magic in the fall. Once a gathering spot for migratory bird hunters, the island is now part of the Audubon Society’s Wellfleet Bay Sanctuary—a haven of peace, birdsong, and glowing marshland. Crossing the bridge feels like entering another world: the winding causeway framed by salt grasses, the call of gulls overhead, and the quiet rhythm of tides revealing their secrets with the season.
Perched on a bluff overlooking the bay, Lieutenant’s Lodge offers front-row seats to nature’s grandest show—each sunset painting the horizon in amber and rose. From your wide porch or just steps down to the sandy beach below, you can watch the sky melt into the water and the salt marshes turn gold in the late-day light.
Inside, the home embraces its rustic roots with warmth and character. Once a 1930s hunting lodge, it now welcomes guests with the charm of old Cape Cod—wood beams, vintage details, and rooms that feel wrapped in history. The first floor includes a full kitchen, dining room, cozy living space, master bedroom and bath, plus a sunny sleeping porch with two twin daybeds. Upstairs, an antique staircase leads to the king bedroom overlooking the bay, a half bath, and two additional queen bedrooms tucked under the eaves.
Outside, autumn unfolds beautifully on the wraparound porch with a view that defies words. Savor a warm drink by the grill, spot herons gliding across the tidal flats, or launch a kayak straight from Hidden Beach for a calm paddle through crimson-tinted reeds. Fall here is quieter, slower, more intimate—the Cape the locals love best.
Highlights of the Home:
• A custom, state-of-the-art, award-winning house manual with local fall recommendations provided with each stay
• Dog-friendly with a $100 fee (limit 1 dog, must be over 1 year old). No cats, birds, ferrets, hamsters, chocolate Easter bunnies, or pet rocks—just one happy woof.
• 6 beds total:
▪ 1 King
▪ 3 Queens
▪ 2 Twins (daybeds on sleeping porch/common area)
• 1½ bathrooms
• Outdoor shower for post-beach strolls
• Luxurious linens, duvets, Turkish towel sets with charcoal-infused bamboo washcloths provided
• Eco-friendly amenities: shampoo, conditioner, and body wash free from sulfates, phosphates, and microbeads
• Coffee bar with drip coffee maker, French press, hot water kettle, regular and decaf coffee, and assorted teas
• Gas grill & patio furniture, including outdoor dining area and lounge set
• Washer & dryer
• Kayaks provided at Hidden Beach / Bikes available for use
• Many vacation add-ons available: Farm Fresh Eggs, Romance Packages, Local Tours, and more (details after booking)
• Mini-split air & heat—stay cozy through crisp nights with ceiling fans and screened windows that let in the Cape breeze
• Note: No WiFi, but phone hotspots work well for laptops or tablets
• Located on a bluff above the bay with private path to the stairs and beach below—unforgettable views
• Minimum booking age: 25 years
• Professionally cleaned by a VRMA award-winning company using detailed checklists and sanitization protocols
Tide Note: The island’s bridge may briefly cover with water at tides over 10 feet—a natural rhythm of island life. Locals simply wait 30–45 minutes for the tide to recede. Never drive through salt water; just enjoy the pause—it’s part of the adventure.
We understand that plans can shift and recommend travel insurance for peace of mind during your Cape Cod getaway.
Perched on a bluff overlooking the bay, Lieutenant’s Lodge offers front-row seats to nature’s grandest show—each sunset painting the horizon in amber and rose. From your wide porch or just steps down to the sandy beach below, you can watch the sky melt into the water and the salt marshes turn gold in the late-day light.
Inside, the home embraces its rustic roots with warmth and character. Once a 1930s hunting lodge, it now welcomes guests with the charm of old Cape Cod—wood beams, vintage details, and rooms that feel wrapped in history. The first floor includes a full kitchen, dining room, cozy living space, master bedroom and bath, plus a sunny sleeping porch with two twin daybeds. Upstairs, an antique staircase leads to the king bedroom overlooking the bay, a half bath, and two additional queen bedrooms tucked under the eaves.
Outside, autumn unfolds beautifully on the wraparound porch with a view that defies words. Savor a warm drink by the grill, spot herons gliding across the tidal flats, or launch a kayak straight from Hidden Beach for a calm paddle through crimson-tinted reeds. Fall here is quieter, slower, more intimate—the Cape the locals love best.
Highlights of the Home:
• A custom, state-of-the-art, award-winning house manual with local fall recommendations provided with each stay
• Dog-friendly with a $100 fee (limit 1 dog, must be over 1 year old). No cats, birds, ferrets, hamsters, chocolate Easter bunnies, or pet rocks—just one happy woof.
• 6 beds total:
▪ 1 King
▪ 3 Queens
▪ 2 Twins (daybeds on sleeping porch/common area)
• 1½ bathrooms
• Outdoor shower for post-beach strolls
• Luxurious linens, duvets, Turkish towel sets with charcoal-infused bamboo washcloths provided
• Eco-friendly amenities: shampoo, conditioner, and body wash free from sulfates, phosphates, and microbeads
• Coffee bar with drip coffee maker, French press, hot water kettle, regular and decaf coffee, and assorted teas
• Gas grill & patio furniture, including outdoor dining area and lounge set
• Washer & dryer
• Kayaks provided at Hidden Beach / Bikes available for use
• Many vacation add-ons available: Farm Fresh Eggs, Romance Packages, Local Tours, and more (details after booking)
• Mini-split air & heat—stay cozy through crisp nights with ceiling fans and screened windows that let in the Cape breeze
• Note: No WiFi, but phone hotspots work well for laptops or tablets
• Located on a bluff above the bay with private path to the stairs and beach below—unforgettable views
• Minimum booking age: 25 years
• Professionally cleaned by a VRMA award-winning company using detailed checklists and sanitization protocols
Tide Note: The island’s bridge may briefly cover with water at tides over 10 feet—a natural rhythm of island life. Locals simply wait 30–45 minutes for the tide to recede. Never drive through salt water; just enjoy the pause—it’s part of the adventure.
We understand that plans can shift and recommend travel insurance for peace of mind during your Cape Cod getaway.
Features and Amenities
Dining Table
Check In Option Instruction
Hot Water
Beach Essentials
Air Conditioning
TV
Clothes Drying Rack
Dishwasher
Near Ocean
Iron
Body Soap
Barbecue
Toaster
Dryer
Beach
Ironing Facilities
Cleaning Products
Board Games
Toiletries
Essentials
Beach Front
Kitchen
Coffee
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Wardrobe
Fire Extinguisher
Beach View
Microwave Oven
Conditioner
Ceiling Fan
Washer/dryer
First Aid Kit
Ocean Front
Oven
Outdoor Seating
Coffee Maker
Water Kettle
Free Parking
Sea View
Pots Pans
Wine Glasses
Contactless Checkin
Laptop Friendly
Fridge
Water Front
Private Entrance
Bikes For Rent
Cooking Basics
Allows Pets
Hair Dryer
Water View
Shampoo
Kayak
Crockery Cutlery
Linens
Hangers
Allows Children
Smoke Detector
Shower Gel
Deck Patio
Towels
Heating
Baking Sheet
Has24 Checkin
Stove
Barbeque Utensils