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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Water viewWater viewWater view

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Dennis, MA
  • Popular LocationCape Playhouse3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCorporation Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMayflower Beach6 min drive
  • AirportBoston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)96 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Dennis

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Dennis cottage, you'll find Cape Playhouse and Cape Cod Museum of Art. Cape Cod Beaches and Scargo Tower are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Cape Playhouse - 3 min drive
  • Cape Cod Museum of Art - 3 min drive
  • Corporation Beach - 5 min drive
  • Mayflower Beach - 6 min drive
  • Cape Cod Rail Trail - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Domino's Pizza - 7 min drive
  • Wendy's - 8 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • Sea Dog Brew Pub - 7 min drive
  • Ice Cream Smuggler - 6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks

Welcome to COMPASS ROSE COTTAGE ★ The Quintessential Cape Cod Cottage

Ideally located on a quiet street steps away from Flax Pond, and just over 2 miles to Mayflower Beach, plus convenient to all that Dennis and the Cape have to offer. Decorated with local art and pottery, along with antique pieces discovered in the area, this charming cottage is the perfect Cape Cod getaway.

A great traditional knotty pine cottage with inviting living areas highlighted with vaulted wood beamed ceilings, it is appointed with a fully equipped retro kitchen with breakfast bar seating and skylight.

The inviting living room space is bright and airy, and has a sleeper sofa with full size bed. There is a dining table for 4, and an additional sitting area to relax in.

The two cozy bedrooms are also tongue and groove pine paneled; one with a queen bed, the other with a twin bed. The comfy nook in the sunroom, with antique daybed equipped with custom mattress and box spring, is a wonderful spot to curl up with a good book, or to sleep the night away.

The cottage has one full bath with stall shower, a 32 Inch Hi Def TV , a second smaller Smart TV, Cable, High Speed WIFI, gas BBQ grill, wood shed with beach supplies, 2 bicycles, and 2 kayaks, and an outdoor deck with a dining area where you can sit back and enjoy.

There is a window air conditioner and tower room fans if needed, and a wonderful cross-breeze that usually comes through the many windows of the cottage.

A private outdoor shower with hot and cold water and separate changing area provides the perfect experience after a day at the beach.

The nearby beaches are perfect for young and old alike. Splash around in the bay beaches at high tide or explore the miles of tidal pools at low tide.

You can also choose to walk around the corner to secluded Flax Pond (cottage has deeded beach rights), which provides a nice alternative to sunny days at the ocean. You’ll love being able to kayak, canoe, sail a sunfish, swim, or float the day away, in the shady calm warm water Flax Pond provides. Take a relaxing walk through the miles of nature trails that surround Flax Pond, and discover the second small sandy beach on the other side of the pond.

Dennis offers 16 beaches including Cape Cod Bay, Nantucket Sound, and numerous freshwater ponds. There are 2 championship golf courses, and a charming village with many quaint shops, restaurants, ice cream parlor, library, The Cape Playhouse, Cape Cinema, art galleries, and museums, all located a few minutes away on historic Route 6A.

And let's not forget Captain Frosty's, one of Cape Cod's best seafood shacks, just a short walk outside the neighborhood, for some delicious fried seafood and chowder, or for a sweet ice cream treat!

We feel you’ll agree that Compass Rose Cottage is the perfect place to create your wonderful Cape Cod memories.

Other Things to Note:
We are always available through a text, email or phone call.
3pm Check-in / 10am Check-out
2 night minimum during off-season / Contact owner for off-season weekly rate.
Weekly rentals only during the summer months: Saturday to Saturday.
FOR DISCOUNTS ON EXTENDED STAYS PLEASE CONTACT OWNERS

PLEASE NOTE: Because there is not a washer or dryer at the cottage we ask all our guests to bring their own sheets & towels. If you are unable to bring your own linen, please arrange with the owner after booking to have the cleaning service supply them for an additional fee of $45.00. Bringing your own linen also helps the environment here on Cape Cod.

No Pets are allowed in the cottage at any time.
No smoking or vaping allowed inside the cottage.

Property manager

Carol and Gene Petraglia

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping inside the cottage

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Not baby-proofed or child-proofed

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number C0085350750

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks to the airport?

This cottage is 8.1 mi (14-min drive) away from the Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks to the beach?

This cottage is 2.4 mi (5-min drive) from Cape Cod Beaches and 2.8 mi (6-min drive) from Mayflower Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks to downtown Dennis?

This cottage is 1.3 mi away from Dennis.

Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Calvin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a short getaway
Loved the location and Carol is a great communicator
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring getaway
Best place to stay on the Cape. Next to excellent coffee places, restaurants, and biking trails. Cottage is spacious and beautifully decorated. Highly recommend. This was our third time!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

LIZ

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage
We loved the cottage, and the proximity to both Mayflower Beach and Flax Pond. It was great to be able to use the kayaks as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Our stay was awesome! The cottage was exactly like the pictures and everything about it was very accommodating. I'd definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

Liked: Cleanliness
"Home away from Home"
The Cottage was cozy, warm and inviting. Great place to stay while exploring Cape Cod.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
The house met all of our expectations, and we loved the location. We were able to walk to the pond, hiking trails, and even a few nearby restaurants. We especially appreciated having bikes available to use on the Cape Cod Rail Trail. Every communication with our host was EXCELLENT; always prompt and clear. We didn't love paying an extra $45 to use a set of sheets and like 3 towels, but we were repeatedly forewarned about that charge so that's on us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Had a wonderful visit . Enjoyed some nice restaurants in the area but still able to do some cooking with shopping near by. What a nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek v.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week at the cape for a family of 3
The Compass Rose is an incredibly cozy and comfortable cottage. Our 3 year daughter loved exploring they toys and books in the cottage, and she especially loved the hammock outside. Access to the shed for bikes, canoes, beach chairs, etc is a big perk of this property. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. Highly recommended for smaller families with young children.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rita P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
If your looking for that old cape cottage feel this is it. Clean and easy rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022