Perched directly on the dunes of East Sandwich, this striking residence enjoys a sandy beach on Cape Cod Bay as its backyard. Offered turn-key and fully furnished, the architectural heart of the home is a double-height great room with a wall of glass framing panoramic water views, wide plank oak floors, and a Town & Country gas fireplace. The open layout flows into a gourmet kitchen featuring custom black walnut cabinetry, natural quartz countertops, and professional-grade appliances. The first-floor primary suite provides a spa-like retreat with a hammered nickel soaking tub and Carrara marble, while three additional upstairs bedrooms also feature en suite marble baths. High-end details abound, from the mezzanine’s stainless steel cable railings and California Closets to the natural cedar roof with copper flashing. Outside, a sprawling deck with private stairs leads through the dunes to the sand, providing the perfect vantage point to watch the tide cross the iconic Sandwich flats.
Single-familyProperty Type
2021Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$1,556Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Paul Grover• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
Listed by Matthew De Groot• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
Upper Cape, located between Buzzards Bay and Cape Cod Bay, is a coastal and village-centered Falmouth neighborhood with saltwater inlets and piney conservation land. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Main Street in Woods Hole, where ferry docks, marine labs, and compact storefronts set a working-harbor rhythm. The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and the Woods Hole Science Aquarium act as cultural anchors, with The Knob adding a quiet shoreline counterpoint. Architecture leans toward shingled Cape cottages and weathered harbor-side buildings, with bikeable lanes linking beaches and ponds. Days track tides, ferry schedules, and the Shining Sea Bikeway’s steady flow. Small marinas and pocket parks keep the landscape open and maritime.
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Offer insights
16 Salt Marsh Rd · $3,550,000
$3.47M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $3.47M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
156 days
The average home goes pending in 29 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
8 total rooms
Tile and hardwood flooring
One fireplace
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the first floor
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Primary bathroom included
Kitchen
Water heater listed (no additional appliance details provided)
Laundry & utility
No laundry details provided
Flooring
Tile flooring
Hardwood flooring
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (propane)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Outdoor shower
Waterfront with private bay frontage and direct access
Scenic views
Approximately 0.4-acre lot
Property located 0 to 1/10 mile to the beach
Dead-end road frontage
Unimproved road surface
Home design
Single family residence
Has waterview (private bay)
Parking
Open parking for 4 vehicles
Driveway with stone/gravel surface
Security
No security details provided
Construction
Wood roof
Built year from public records (actual year not specified)
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Financial info
No investor or income/expense details provided
Other
Property status: Active
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Perched directly on the dunes of East Sandwich with the shimmering expanse of Cape Cod Bay as its backyard, this striking residence is offered fully furnished and ready to be enjoyed. The architectural heart of the home is a soaring, double-height great room, where a dramatic clerestory window and a wall of glass windows frame picturesque beach and water views. Wide plank oak floors and a Town & Country gas fireplace with an integrated window seat anchor the space, while a second-floor mezzanine with stainless steel cable railings maintains a sense of airy transparency. The open-concept layout extends into a gourmet kitchen defined by custom cabinetry with black walnut interiors, natural quartz countertops, and professional-grade appliances, creating a space that is as much a social hub as it is a culinary sanctuary for watching the tide move across the iconic Sandwich flats. Sliding glass doors open onto a sprawling deck overlooking the bay, encouraging the comfortable indoor/outdoor flow of the home. Private bedrooms offer a refined blend of whimsical character and spa-like luxury, each with its own en suite bathrooms finished with Carrara marble. In the first-floor primary suite, the focus remains on the water, complemented by an en suite bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed shower and a hammered nickel soaking tub set against plantation-shuttered windows. Three upstairs bedrooms provide space and comfort for family or friends. From the custom California Closets to the natural cedar roof with copper flashing, thoughtful design is woven into every detail of the home, inside and out. Private stairs off of the outdoor deck lead directly through the dunes to the sand, offering an unparalleled lifestyle of "barefoot luxury" on one of the Cape's most beautiful stretches of coastline. This spectacular home is being sold fully furnished for the ultimate turn-key experience.
MLS PIN #73504333
Aug 27, 2026
Price Changed
$3,550,000
$1,556/sq ft
Jun 6, 2026
Price Changed
$3,650,000
$1,599/sq ft
Apr 20, 2026
Listed
$3,950,000
$1,731/sq ft
CCIMLS #22003027
Jul 7, 2020
Sold
$616,920
$270/sq ft
Jun 14, 2020
Pending
—
Jun 2, 2020
Listing Removed
—
May 25, 2020
Listed
$650,000
$285/sq ft
+15
Sea breezes and sunshine describe this timeless beach house looking for a new family to love the seaside lifestyle in East Sandwich. Well preserved wood paneling and hardwood floors throughout make this classic home low maintenance for carefree living on the beach. This iconic home offers four comfortable bedrooms, a fabulous open floor plan and a sun porch overlooking the marsh. An observation deck perched on the dunes allows panoramic viewing of endless beach and sky. There is a single car garage and lots of parking. Watch the sunset and the moon rise, walk the beach and completely enjoy this utterly remote location. Excellent rental history and easy highway access. Buyerand/or their agent should verify any/all info stated within this listing.
CCIMLS #21608423
Nov 16, 2018
Listing Removed
—
May 23, 2018
Price Changed
$625,000
$274/sq ft
Jan 17, 2018
Contingent
—
Sep 20, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Sep 3, 2017
Price Changed
$674,900
$296/sq ft
Jul 2, 2017
Price Changed
$699,000
$306/sq ft
Oct 2, 2016
Listed
$725,000
$318/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$18,767 (+74.3%)
$916,600 + $715,300
$1,631,900
2022
$10,769 (+8.6%)
$818,300
2021
$9,912 (+4.8%)
$598,600 + $121,200
$719,800
2020
$9,455 (+1.8%)
$545,700 + $115,000
$660,700
2019
$9,292 (−9.5%)
$541,200 + $107,700
$648,900
2018
$10,262 (−0.6%)
$617,700 + $100,400
$718,100
2017
$10,326 (−3.4%)
$597,800 + $93,800
$691,600
2016
$10,688 (+2.5%)
$647,200 + $91,400
$738,600
2015
$10,426
$614,900 + $88,600
$703,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
2021
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,282
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,282
Year built
2021
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Barnstable County
APN
2393305
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
R-2
Residential District
To provide for lower-density residential development for those uses allowed in the R1 zone while protecting the quality of air, surface water and ground water of the area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Museum / gallery
Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 39-53% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
East Sandwich, MA • 02537
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in East Sandwich. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 16 Salt Marsh Rd
$3,327,571
$222K under list price of $3.55M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $705K to $2.7M.