High Tide Hideaway, brought to you by the Heart of Cape Cod, is a beautiful dog-friendly waterfront home on Lieutenant Island that is perfect for a romantic getaway for two or the whole family. This charming beauty on the beach combines vintage character with modern touches for a serene escape on Cape Cod. Come to the island and make memories that will last a lifetime.
We respect the autonomy of our guests but are available by text, email, phone, carrier pigeon, smoke signal, yodeling, or Facetime. 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.
We love our neighbors! We are located at the end of a quiet, residential sandy shared drive, therefore, we do not allow parties or events at the Hideaway.
Nestled on the scenic shores of Lieutenant Island, High Tide Hideaway is a charming 1978 waterfront home that perfectly blends old Cape Cod allure with modern comforts. Brought to you by the Heart of Cape Cod, this dog-friendly, inviting residence has four bedrooms and two baths, making it the ideal escape for couples seeking a romantic island getaway or families needing a home base for their adventures.
With expansive windows throughout, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the wild and rugged beauty of the island, allowing natural light to fill every corner. Imagine waking up to the soothing sounds of waves lapping against the shore and basking in the sun on your private deck, where the horizon meets the sea.
Just a short path from your doorstep leads you to Hidden Beach, a tranquil spot perfect for launching your kayak into the waters of Loagy Bay. Relax on the deck under a canopy of stars as you listen to the sounds of the water on the shore in front of you. Whether you’re exploring the tidal pools, kayaking the bay, or simply enjoying the serene surroundings, relaxation and fun awaits at this beautiful spot.
High Tide Hideaway has been thoughtfully updated to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible, with cozy living spaces that invite relaxation after a day of exploration. Whether you're hanging with family or enjoying a peaceful getaway for two, this home accommodates all with ease. We even welcome your furry family member (with a small fee)
Experience the charm of Cape Cod at High Tide Hideaway—where every moment is a memory waiting to happen. Book your stay today and discover your home away from home!
Highlights of the home:
- Waterfront home on Wellfleet Harbor that sleeps from 2 to up to 12 comfortably
- Short path to Hidden Beach for kayaking Loagy Bay and more
- Central and mini-split combo AC and heat in all rooms
- A custom, state-of-the-art house manual with recommendations is provided with each stay
- 2 Queens, 1 Full, 4 Twins, 1 Bunk Bed (for children)
- Luxurious linens, duvets, Turkish bath towel sets and beach towels (summer) provided
- Eco-Friendly amenities such as shampoo, conditioner, and body wash with no sulphates, phosphats, or micro-beads!
- Coffee bar with regular drip coffee maker, French Press, regular, decaf coffee and an assortment of teas provided.
(A Keurig is available but Kcups are not provided)
- Large screen streaming TV
- Gas grill & patio furniture
- Outside shower
- WiFi throughout
- Washer & Dryer
- Dog friendly (with additional fee of $100 per dog-Max 2 dogs). No cats, birds, turtles, kimono dragons, pet rocks, or chocolate Easter bunnies. Just the four-legged kind that says “woof”.
- Explore Loagy Bay by kayak or go birdwatching at the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Surrounded by nature and beauty.
- Many vacation add-ons available such as Pack-n-Plays, Farm Fresh Eggs, Tours and much more! Details provided after booking
- 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.
The island is accessed by a bridge and the road may become covered in water if the tide exceeds 10 feet. You will see island residents and guests pull over to the side of the road waiting for the tide to recede sometimes. Depending on how high the tide is, it may only be 30-50 minutes or so before the road is tide-free (again, it depends on the tide).
For example:
First high tide is at 2:47 am and is 10.73 ft/Second high tide is at 3:05 pm and is 10.95 ft
Residents and guests with plans at 3:00 pm would simply arrive or leave between 2:00/2:30. If they miss the window, they simply wait 30/45 minutes until the tide recedes off the road. It isn't a big deal and a part of island life. Do not drive through salt water.
We understand that things happen and plans may change so we always recommend purchasing travel insurance for 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”.
Please note there is a beach grass barrier that holds the sand dune in place between the house and the water as shown in the pictures. You must walk a short path around the conservation plantings to avoid destruction of the dune to access the water. In other words, you can't dive off the deck into the water.
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.
