New! Island Pines-A Dog Friendly Boutique Oasis

Escape to a hidden oasis nestled among the towering pine trees with our unassuming log cabin retreat. From the outside, it exudes rustic charm, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings. However, step through the doors, and you'll be transported to a world of luxury and comfort. The interior boasts a tasteful fusion of modern amenities and classic cabin aesthetics. Welcome to our eco-friendly, boutique home ~ Island Pines, brought to you by The Heart of Cape Cod.

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. 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! The neighborhood is quiet, picturesque, peaceful, and surrounded by water and nature, perfect for beach walks, kayaking, and hiking. There are many vacation rentals on the island and everyone is warm and friendly!

The door code access information is sent upon booking confirmation in the digital house manual

Island Pines on Lieutenant Island in Wellfleet offers a luxurious and serene retreat for your Cape Cod fall getaway. Step inside and be captivated by the modern elegance of the open-concept living space, where contemporary furnishings blend seamlessly with natural elements inspired by the surrounding landscape. The gourmet kitchen, featuring an Italian induction oven and sleek Carrara marble countertops, is a chef's dream, perfect for preparing seasonal meals with ease.

Each of the sumptuously appointed bedrooms provides a peaceful haven, with cozy linens and tranquil forest views that invite relaxation. Start your day with coffee on the deck, surrounded by towering pine trees, or enjoy an al fresco meal under the colorful autumn canopy.

Immerse yourself in the calm of nature as you stargaze through skylights or wake to the gentle sounds of the island. Though summer’s outdoor shower has passed, fall invites long walks along the nearby trails and peaceful strolls along the island’s quiet beaches. After a day of exploring, return to unwind with your favorite beverage, listening to music in the thoughtfully designed spaces, or simply soaking in the island's tranquil ambiance.

Lieutenant Island is the perfect blend of seclusion and proximity to Cape Cod’s attractions, offering activities like kayaking in the estuaries or hiking the island’s scenic paths. Island Pines is more than just a vacation rental—it's a luxurious, eco-friendly boutique experience, offering a harmonious blend of comfort and sustainability for an unforgettable fall escape.
- A custom, state-of-the-art house manual with recommendations is provided with each stay
- 2 Queens, 2 Twins, 1 sleeper sofa
- Luxurious linens, duvets, and Turkish bath towel sets provided for a comfy, cozy stay
- Dog friendly with $100 fee (no cats, monkeys, birds, ferrets, turtles, rabbits, sloths, kimono dragons, chocolate Easter bunnies, or pet rocks. Just a dog that says woof)
- Central and mini-split combo AC and heat in all rooms
- Sonos sound system throughout (and portable for listening while on the deck too!)
- Charcoal grill & outdoor dining furniture with additional lounge area on the deck
- WiFi throughout
- Washer & Dryer
- Walk to beaches in 4 minutes (Hidden Beach) or 12 minutes (Island Beach)
- 2 Kayaks, 1 SUP & 1 child SUP available
- 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, Early Check-In/Later Check-Outs, Farm Fresh Eggs, Tours and more! Details provided after booking
- All soaps, detergents, and cleaners are eco-friendly, non-toxic, and refillable
- 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”.






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.