This remarkable 5+ acre waterfront estate is one of the most extraordinary coastal offerings to come to market in generations. Perched on the southwest tip of an exclusive community, it is Cape Cod's southernmost private residential land. The property commands panoramic, unobstructed views across Buzzards Bay to Naushon and the Elizabeth Islands, and then onto Vineyard Sound and Martha's Vineyard. The estate features more than 611 feet of shoreline, anchored by a substantial protective seawall that ensures both privacy and structural permanence, as well as a private, pristine sandy beach. A charming three-bedroom cottage currently rests on the grounds, offering immediate enjoyment while serving as an unparalleled canvas for a world-class waterfront masterpiece. Future development allows for a two-story residence designed to capture expanded views toward Great Harbor, subject to local approvals.
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
5.32 acresLot Size
$13,389Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kerrie Marzot• Sotheby's International Realty
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
187 Penzance Rd Lot 1C · $17,500,000
$17.4M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $17.4M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
30 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
Interior features
Wood and tile flooring
Total of 5 rooms
Gas water heater
One fireplace
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
One half bathroom
Flooring
Wood flooring
Tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Garden
Outdoor shower
Scenic ocean views
Waterfront property with private beach access
Level lot
Home design
Single-family residence
Approximately built (year per public records)
Shingle roof
Parking
Attached 2-car garage
Covered parking for 2 vehicles
6 open parking spaces (8 total parking spaces)
Construction
Slab foundation
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
HOA & community
Homeowners association membership required; association fees billed annually
Electricity and solar
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