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

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Game room
Sun loungers
Interior
Smart TV, books, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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 sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

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

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

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

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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

Pets not 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
Property Registration Number C0085350750

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Dennis, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Playhouse - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cape Cod Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Corporation Beach - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Mayflower Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cape Cod Rail Trail - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

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
  • ‪Sea Dog Brew Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lost Dog Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grumpy's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Compass Rose Cottage ★ Steps to Flax Pond & Nature Trails ★ Kayaks located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Follins Pond and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cape Cod Beaches. The Club at Yarmouthport and Cape Playhouse are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
Central to everything. Cozy and quaint. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape vacation
The cottage and rental experience were top notch. We had a great experience and highly recommend this property and its owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage!
This cottage is small but so well appointed, and so well organized. It’s in a very quiet neighborhood, very peaceful and comfortable. Perfect for the two of us! Host responded immediately to any questions. Beautiful spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a short getaway
Loved the location and Carol is a great communicator
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape Cod reacquainted.
Charming cottage. Perfectly furnished!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We loved our stay and really enjoyed how close it was to both Plymouth and Provincetown. The beds were comfortable, the shower was beautiful and it was the perfect home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"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

Joette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable
My husband and I had a wonderful week! Flax pond is a hidden gem. We enjoyed kayaking and swimming. There ate plenty of restaurants in the area. And of course ice cream shops. We went to Chatham to see the boats come in and watch the seals. Also went to Light house beach, corporation beach and Brewster Flats.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and cozy cottage in a cozy cape neighborhood
Great place for a getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Joan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed my stay.
Loved the kayaks. Everything was well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Baraboo, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in cozy cabin!
Enjoyed a hike in nearby conservation land area! Very convenient location for us. Owners very accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth M., Chicopee,ma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property was wonderful
My family had a girl trip to celebrate my sisterand aunts birthday. This place was fantastic , fully stocked with everything we needed , clean and spacious. Fantastic location and lake was beautiful! Perfect stay😀
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
I visited cape cod for the first time and booke the compass cottage for me and my two boys. At first glance the cottage seems small but once we were all settled in it was perfect! Games for kids, plenty of beds, kayaks, bikes you name it. Flax pond (almost like a small lake) was awesome. Cottage was clean and communication with owners was amazing. When we encountered a problem Carol was on it right away. The cottage itself is very well located smack in the middle of the Cape. It’s close to groceries, liquor stores, beaches etc. It was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
We enjoyed our weekend at this cozy, little getaway. There’s a great pathway for walking, biking or running that we really appreciated and we had at a great breakfast on Sunday at Captain Baker’s.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay
Thus was my second stay at the cottage and it was as wonderful as the first. Hope to return next spring
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace & Quiet
The cottage was perfect! The hammock & taking the kayaks out on the lake were a highlight of the trip! My children loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage
The owners supplied us with everything needed to enjoy our stay: fully equipped kitchen, bicycles and helmets, kayaks, paddles and lifejackets, hammock, gas grill, beach bag, blanket and toys, puzzles, books and games, cleaning supplies...all we had to do was relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
We had a wonderful stay and the renters are truly generous people. The house was clean and welcoming, and they made the process very easy for us. We absolutely want to rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cottage in a peaceful neighborhood
First time staying at this property, great for a couple or small family. Loved that it was actually a cottage with more than views than expected of nearby Flax Pond! Great location to nearby Audubon properties in Barnstable or Nickerson Park in Brewster and easy access to trails around Flax Pond. Would not hesitate to stay again at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rental in Dennis, Cape Cod
We had a very nice time staying at this charming cottage, in a natural and quiet setting. Carol and Gene were great to work with leading up to and during the stay. The central location of Dennis easily allowed us to explore different areas of the cape. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
We enjoyed our week of relaxing both indoors and outdoors at the cottage. We especially liked lounging in the sunroom and on the hammock, and eating outside on the deck. We also enjoyed the nearby nature trails and swimming at the pond down the street. Staying at Compass Rose was the perfect getaway for our family of three!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021