Pondside/Kayak/Firepit/Dog Friendly~Willow Haven

Nestled along the tranquil edge of Minister’s Pond, Willow Haven is a romantic, one-bedroom, one-dog-friendly cottage that blends updated style and charm with peaceful water views and cozy indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy a private deck, inviting living spaces, and access to a quiet shared beach with a fire pit, kayak, and canoe—just minutes from the ocean, the bay, and all that Eastham has to offer. Sat–Sat in July and August



We respect the autonomy of our guests but are available by text, email, phone, carrier pigeon, smoke signal, yodeling, or Facetime

Willow Haven is a peaceful pondside retreat for two. It is not a party vibe kind of place and we do not allow parties or events at this beautiful spot

Tucked along the tranquil edge of Minister’s Pond in Eastham, Willow Haven is a timeless one-bedroom, one-bath cottage designed for quiet moments, cozy evenings, and sun-drenched days by the water. A perfect escape for couples—and their well-behaved pup—this peaceful haven combines classic Cape Cod charm with thoughtful modern touches and dreamy pondside views.

Wake to the soft shimmer of morning light on the water as you sip your coffee on the private deck surrounded by whispering pines and birdsong. The deck includes a gas grill and patio furniture, perfect for twilight dinners under the stars or lazy afternoons with a good book. Step inside to a cozy, sunlit living room with plush seating and a Roku TV for streaming your favorite shows and movies after a day at the beach or on the water.

The cottage’s galley kitchen, though compact, is clean and efficient, outfitted with new appliances and all the essentials for cooking at home. Whether you're preparing a romantic dinner in the adjacent dining area or enjoying a casual breakfast at the bar—also a great spot for puzzles, games, or late-night chats—Willow Haven invites you to slow down and savor the simple pleasures.

The bedroom is warm and welcoming with a comfortable queen bed and soft lighting that sets the mood for afternoon naps or early nights. The bathroom is small but spotless, offering a stand-up shower and everything you need to refresh after a day in the sun.

The cottage is set on a generous wooded lot and shares access to a sandy pond beach with a neighboring cottage and the main house further up the way. While the beach is the only shared space, guests have consistently found the setting to be serene and uncrowded. Here, you’ll find a fire pit for stargazing and storytelling, along with a canoe and kayak for quiet adventures on the water. It’s the perfect place to reconnect—with nature, with each other, and with the slower pace of Cape life.

Centrally located in Eastham, Willow Haven places you just minutes from the Cape Cod Rail Trail, Arnold’s famed fried clams, the Salt Pond Visitor Center, and the pristine stretches of the National Seashore. Whether you're catching a bay sunset, heading east for a sunrise surf, or spending the afternoon paddling across the pond, Willow Haven is a peaceful, romantic base for your Cape Cod story.

Highlights of the Home:

- An award-winning, custom, state-of-the-art house manual with recommendations is provided with each stay (no apps
or downloads – just an easy to access from anywhere link)
- 1 Queen bed
- 1 full bathroom – (shower only)
- Luxurious linens, duvets, Turkish bath towel sets with charcoal infused bamboo wash cloths, and beach towels
provided
- Eco-Friendly amenities such as shampoo, conditioner, and body wash with no sulphates, phosphates, and no micro-
beads!
- Full kitchen with everything you need from a gourmet meal to just burgers on the grill!
- Coffee bar with drip coffee maker, French Press, hot water kettle, regular and decaf coffee and an assortment of teas
provided
- 1 Large screen streaming Roku tv
- Gas grill & patio furniture
- New appliances
- Strong WiFi throughout
- Located ON Minister’s Pond, 1.5 miles to bayside beach, 2.3 miles to oceanside
- Many vacation add-ons available such as Beach Cabanas, Farm Fresh Eggs, Romance Packages, Tours and much
more! Details provided after booking
- Air conditioning units
- Prime Location: Walking distance to Arnold’s, the Rail Trail (bike trail), Nauset Loop, and Salt Pond Visitors Center
- Minimum age to book is 25 years of age
- 1 Dog Friendly with fee of $100 (must be over 1 year old/max=1 dog). No birds, cats, hamsters, ferrets, chocolate easter
bunnies, or pet rocks (just kidding). Only a (one, uno, un, ichi, 1) dog that says woof.
- Professionally cleaned by an award-winning, VRMA recognized company that uses thorough checklists, followed by
sanitization and disinfection of high touch points throughout the home.

We understand that life happens and things change and always recommend travel insurance to protect your vacation.

For Airbnb: A quick note on who you are paying for what, because lately everyone asks some version of who am I paying for what and to who. We set two things. One. The nightly rate for the home itself which we keep as fair as possible for this area. Two. The cleaning fee matches what our professional cleaning company charges to clean and reset a home this size. Those are the only amounts we control. Airbnb collects its own platform service fee for using the Airbnb site and support. Airbnb may include that platform fee in the total price you see here instead of showing it as a separate line which can make it look like it is part of what we charge. It is not. That amount goes to Airbnb. You will also see taxes as a separate line. Those taxes are required by state and local rules for this area. We do not set the tax rates, and we do not keep those funds. Airbnb calls this “fee transparency”.


Communication with guests is important to us. 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.

Pondside/Kayak/Firepit/Dog Friendly~Willow Haven offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Eastham cottage is smoke free.