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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
Sun-loungers
Game room
Smart TV, books, stereo
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • 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 loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • 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
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • 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
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 area

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 ?

Checkout 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 within 2 miles (3 km) of Follins Pond, The Club at Yarmouthport and Cape Playhouse. Scargo Hill Observation Tower and Josiah Dennis Manse and Old West Schoolhouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C., shalimar

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
Central to everything. Cozy and quaint. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Sophie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Compass Rose Cottage
We stayed one week at the cottage and had a wonderful time. The cottage was perfect for just the 2 of us. The location is perfect with a short walk to Flax Pond and a short drive to Mayflower beach. The cottage is so tastefully decorated. We didn’t really cook but the kitchen had everything we needed. Carol was very responsive each time we contacted her. All in all a wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape Cod reacquainted.
Charming cottage. Perfectly furnished!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joette W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day 2024
I’ve rented all around the Cape, this must be the BEST rental by far. The attention to details are what makes this rental different. We spent Memorial Day weekend here. The owner graciously let us check in early on Friday. The sun was out and it was in the low 70’s. We went swimming in Flax pond and used the kayaks, boogie boards, water shoes, life vests- all found in the organized shed. The water in the Pond was so clean and warm. All weekend we used the bikes as well. The cottage has an old Cape feel to it, and exceptionally clean and well cared for. The rugs, the dish towels, the wall decor, the mugs, pillows, even the bed linen rented - EVERYTHING is just so comfortable and well thought out. The outside shower has a separate changing area with a mirror and body wash. The sunroom is lovely to just rest and relax in. Love the fact there’s no key for the house but a lock pad that you punch numbers into. Both bedroom beds are super comfy and the bed comforter /blankets & pillows are just so nice! My teen daughter loved waking up and seeing all the bunnies on the property. Saturday was another sunny day and we took the ferry from Hyannis to Nantucket. So much fun! Sunday morning was a tad cloudy, went biking on CCRT and evening was spent at Corporation Beach. This cottage has everything to make you feel like you’re on vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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 traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute and cozy cottage in a cozy cape neighborhood
Great place for a getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

patrice w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We liked Carol’s and Gene’s cottage as soon as we walked in. Clean, bright, updated kitchen and bathroom. Very easy check in and great communication with Carol! We spent most of one day using the kayaks on Flax Pond, a very short walk. We walked with both kayaks but they also had wheels you could use to transport them the short distance . We enjoyed the nearby ocean beaches and went out to eat - everything was within a short drive. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Doesn't Get Any Better
Cannot say enough good things about Compass Rose Cottage! Cottage was immaculate, comfortable beds with cotton sheets and lovely towels (plenty of them too!), kitchen well appointed an had everything needed to prepare meals. Restaurants close by. Location is great for easy access to all the Cape has to offer. Communication with owner is EXCELLENT and quickly responds. The pond down the street is an added bonus with everything you'd need given the great kayaks and bikes and chairs in the shed, not to mention beach towels. Wonderful! Thanks for hosting us Carol & Gene. Hope to return again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathi f.

Liked: Cleanliness
A 3 day stay
A place for everything with room for what we brought and then some. I loved the quaintness and old Cape Cod feeling.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect getaway!!
We had a wonderful stay in this cozy and well appointed cottage. The owners have thought of everything to make your visit to the Cape an enjoyable experience. The whole place was extremely clean with plenty of kitchen and bathroom products. NIce neighborhood , close to beaches, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Audrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get a way! Great hosts!
Everything you need. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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