The National Park Service has issued a Request for Proposals to lease three historic properties within Cape Cod National Seashore. The three properties, located within park boundaries in Wellfleet and Truro are offered under a minimum lease term of 10 years. Proposals for the properties must be submitted by November 1 at 5 pm EST.
Each property will require significant initial improvement and rehabilitation work. Prospective applicants should be prepared for the financial and logistical responsibilities associated with restoring and maintaining historic structures in accordance with National Park Service standards and lease requirements.
The Anthony and Allison Sirna Studio (Sirna Studio)
- The Anthony and Allison Sirna Studio (Sirna Studio), located at 60 Way #4 in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, is an approximately 746 sq. ft. artist’s studio situated on a one-acre lot.
The Ahearn House
- The Ahearn House, located at 450 Pamet Point Rd, in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, is an approximately 1,200 sq. ft. one-and-a-half story timber-framed ¾ Cape house situated on 3.1 acres. The site also includes a detached seasonal one room cottage of approximately 234 sq. ft.
The Jedediah Higgins House
- The Jedediah Higgins House (Higgins House), located at 26 Higgins Hollow Road in Truro, Massachusetts, is an approximately 1,977 sq. ft. one-and-one-half story, typical “full Cape” house, constructed in the 19th century. It is situated on 3 acres.
Site Visitation Guidelines:
Appointment only site tours will be held on Wednesdays between August 12 and September 23, 2026. If you are interested in viewing a property, email caco_leasing@nps.gov to request an appointment. A confirmed appointment is required to view any property. Once confirmed, you will receive an email confirmation with important logistics related to that specific appointment. These properties are not open to the public.
