Classic Cape Cod Cottage - Steps from Beach! - West Dennis

5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Explore the area

West Dennis, MA

Bass River Lighthouse3 min walk
West Dennis Beach9 min walk
Sea Street Beach4 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)97 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

First Floor Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Second Floor Bedroom (Back)

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Bedroom (Front)

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Second Floor Bedroom (Middle)

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Classic Cape Cod Cottage - Steps from Beach!

Thank you for your interest in the Simpson Cottage!

This 1930's cottage is a throwback to old Cape Cod and has been enjoyed by my family since then. It's been described as a real 'Summer of '42' cottage if you've seen the movie. Sandy feet and wet towels are really no big deal.

With five bedrooms and 1.5 baths, it can accommodate a large family and is great for kids. The maximum occupancy is 10 people. There is plenty of room to spread out, with an eat-in kitchen, large living room, front porch, and room to lay out in the sun on the side of the house.

The cottage sits about 100 yards from a semi-private sand beach (shared with other houses in the area) where you can walk along the shore for miles, fish, or head down to the public beach in West Dennis for a more lively atmosphere.

There is a shower head with cold and hot water outside for rinsing the salt and sand off, but it is not enclosed.

The cottage has off-street parking for four cars, and there is no street parking available in the neighborhood.

The cottage is regularly served by ice cream trucks.

Keywords: Cottage, family, close to the ocean, pet-friendly, dog, dogs, Dennis, Yarmouth, Hyannis, Lighthouse Inn, Swan River, Bass River

Property manager

Steve Simpson

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Parking is limited to four total cars; two parked end-to-end on the side of the house; and two in front of the house parked end-to-end.

Flushing of anything but toilet paper is strictly prohibited. Renter is responsible for backups, clean-up/repairs if non-toilet paper debris is found.

Note that our long-time resident neighbors protect our little neighborhood fiercely and are familiar with our rules!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Dennis

Located in West Dennis, this cottage is near the beach. Cape Cod Melody Tent is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Cape Cod Inflatable Park and Cape Codder Water Park. West Dennis Beach and Bass River Sports World are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

West Dennis, MA

What's nearby

Bass River Lighthouse - 3 min walk
West Dennis Beach - 9 min walk
Sea Street Beach - 4 min drive
Cape Cod Inflatable Park - 8 min drive
Seagull Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

Hyannis Transportation Center - 26 min drive
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 6 min drive
Dunkin' - 4 min drive
Dunkin' - 5 min drive
Sundae School - 4 min drive
Seafood Sams South Yarmouth - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Cape Cod Cottage - Steps from Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Classic Cape Cod Cottage - Steps from Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Cape Cod Cottage - Steps from Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Classic Cape Cod Cottage - Steps from Beach! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Cape Cod Beaches and Bass River Lighthouse. West Dennis Beach and Swan Pond River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

16 Sept 2023

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

Take me back to old Cape Cod!

Staying at this charming cottage was a wonderful Cape Cod experience for my family and I. This was our 10th Cape vacation, and although all we're special, this may have been my favorite spot. To start, the location is sublime. Situated on Nantucket Sound where the water is calm and warm, the house is located about 150 feet from the sand, and 200 from the water at the neighborhood beach. If you want a livelier beach scene, it's also walking distance to West Dennis Beach, Swan River, and Bass River, and an easy bike ride to any number of South shore beaches between Yarmouth and Dennisport. The wonderfully engaging and communicative owner offered lots of guidance about the property and the area, and was available for questions and advice prior to and throughout our stay. Again, I've had a number of great Cape experiences and this may have been my favorite. I highly recommend this property, especially if you're looking to immerse yourself in the spirit of old Cape Cod.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

lori b.

13 Aug 2023

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

Awesome Vacation

The house is exactly as described. We loved the rustic atmosphere of the house. It was cool with the windows open with the ocean breeze. The best part was the closeness to the ocean. We spent every morning there with our coffee. The neighbors were very friendly and we enjoyed visiting. Will definitely rent again if we can coordinate times.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanine M.

6 Aug 2023

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

Simple No Frills Beach Outdated Cottage

My family stayed for 2 weeks, July 22nd to August 5th. The first week was oppressive, humid and the second level of the cottage was awful. Even with fans it was extremely hot and muggy. It is not insulated and there's no movement of air. The first floor was tolerable with windows open and a breeze. I selected this cottage because of the proximity to the beach, and the amount of people that it held for my family. The size and location of the cottage is great and cannot be changed! That is the biggest attraction to the cottage, I have been staying at the Cape for well over 20 years and this is the first time I've stayed at this cottage. There were a few things that I did need to pick up to make my stay more comfortable at Big Lots. The beds could be updated for adults. It was nice to have two toilets and two showers. One shower is outside and not covered. The furniture is outdated, uncomfortable but functional. The stove is in decent condition, the microwave needs updating. There were plenty of plates, dishes, cups, spoons, etc. For cooking, the outdoor grill is rusted and broken and needs to be updated. There's no backyard for the kids however the beach is close and a small playground is close by that the kids can enjoy. The price point was definitely competitive, especially for the proximity to the beach and the amount of people it slept. The second floor needs to be insulated/cooled. The neighborhood is safe/quiet. I'm a low-key renter, process was simple quick, no issues.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

1 July 2023

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

Great Beach Vacation

This is no-frills house that is very comfortable and functional and great for sleeping lots of people. We had family of all ages come and visit and we walked a quick walk to the beach a couple times a day where the water was warm. (We are used to colder parts of the Atlantic ocean.) We were also able to walk down the beach to a another swim place, a tidal river beach which the kids loved. All communication was very clear.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulette S.

25 Aug 2022

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

Great place.

We enjoyed the cabin, having the ocean so close and for Steve being just an email away when needed. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Steve Simpson

Hi there! I am Steve Simpson and am the fourth generation of the Simpson family to have grown up spending summers in our cottage. Though I live full-time in Washington, D.C., we have family living less than a mile away (the second generation) ready to help with any problems that might arise when you're enjoying the cottage.

Why they chose this property

The property was purchased in the 30's before the area was developed. Mostly settled by working class families seeking simple summer retreats, the cottage and many other original cottages in the area were built by our relatives by hand. Many of the cottages in the area still belong to the original families who first came to the area.