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CozyCottage@FrederickWilliamHouse, on ShiningSea Bikeway, Bikes Included

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Falmouth, MA
  • Shining Sea Bikeway
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Island Queen Ferry
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Falmouth Heights Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets must be under 15 lbs & crated!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
For GUARENTEED refunds, traveler's should purchase Trip Cancellation Insurance, CSA Travel Protection...reservation @ ----------------

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Falmouth

Located in Falmouth, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Cape Cod Beaches and Inkwell Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Travelling with kids? Consider Cape Cod Children's Museum and Mashpee River Reservation. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Falmouth, MA

What's nearby

  • Shining Sea Bikeway - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Surf Drive Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Island Queen Ferry - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Falmouth Heights Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Falmouth Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 21 min drive
  • Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard) - 175 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The 99 Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tap City Grille Falmouth - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Blanco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CozyCottage@FrederickWilliamHouse, on ShiningSea Bikeway, Bikes Included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CozyCottage@FrederickWilliamHouse, on ShiningSea Bikeway, Bikes Included?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at CozyCottage@FrederickWilliamHouse, on ShiningSea Bikeway, Bikes Included?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is CozyCottage@FrederickWilliamHouse, on ShiningSea Bikeway, Bikes Included located?

This family-friendly Falmouth cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Falmouth Hospital, Main Street and Long Pond Trail. Falmouth Museums on the Green and College Light Opera Company are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kim t.

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

good location, great nearby amenities

Great location, on a main road, beautiful building and convenient and great breakfast option across the street! will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Cape Cod vacation

A great place to stay. Walk to Falmouth or bus to Martha's Vineyard ferry. Beautifully appointed home and cottage.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dorothea O., Peterborough, NH 03458

Terrific location and Jeannette is very attentive and accomodating.

We love the location of bike path, getting bikes with the house, and how attentive Jeannette was. Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

Cute cottage in a great location!

Cute cottage right on the bike path. We were able to ride our bikes into town and to the beach. It was located within a 10 minute drive to Woods Hole and many other local beaches. This was our first time to Cape Cod and the owner was super helpful and had lots of local knowledge. The backyard was great, the kids loved roasting marshmallows in the fire pit. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Angee S., Solon

Lovely Cape Cod destination

Super cute, clean and cozy cottage. It was very convenient having the bike trail in our backyard. The kids enjoyed making S’mores by the fire pit. The beaches were within a quick drive or bike ride. Jeanette was very helpful and responsive to our questions and provided excellent restaurant recommendations. Cozy but the accommodations served our family of four well. Great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dona S.

A Weekend At The Cottage

We had a wonderful time at this cozy little cottage. Loved taking bike rides on the Shining Sea Bike Path, eating at local restaurants, going to the beach and just hanging out at the cottage with family. The place was spotless, charming and everything we had hoped for and more. Jeanette was lovely, helpful and couldn't have been kinder. We highly recommend a stay. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Adrienne B., New York, NY

A sweet gettaway in a fantastic location!

We were very pleased with this cabin for our week long stay in Falmouth. The access to downtown Falmouth, Woodshole and the bike trail can NOT be beat. Jeannette is so sweet and helpful. The cabin was the perfect size for our family and we loved having a full kitchen. We were missing some items, like bowls and soap in the bathroom and it wasn't 100% toddler friendly for a busy toddler who likes opening drawers and cabinets. Overall a comfortable and happy cabin to stay in for a trip to a gorgeous area!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sabine B.

we enjoyed our stay!

The cottage is a cozy getaway and satisfied our needs comfortably. The sixties kitchen is cool and well equipped. The decorations and furnishings are simple and very tasteful. Jeanette is a dear! The patio with gas grill and free bikes make the cottage an even better deal! Room for improvement: A light on the patio would be great. New covers on the living room couch might be a thought. It is conveniently located and offers lots to see nearby. Falmouth is a cute little town with beautiful beaches and marches. Thanks for a great stay!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C., Bradenton, Florida

Great Quaint Cozy Cottage!

Great overall experience from the moment I booked! Jeanette was very attentive with an email confirmation and then I received a follow up phone call within a few minutes. She truly provided a personal touch and was so helpful with making recommendations for dining, etc. The cottage is lovely, clean, comfortable and centrally located. Pictures on website are accurate. It was great to have a washer and dryer and I really felt like it was a home away from home. Take advantage of the complimentary bikes and enjoy a beautiful ride along the Shining Bike Path which is literally in your backyard. Jeanette had offered the Beach passes but our family of 4 ventured to Martha's Vineyard for the day. Although you can take the bikes (approximately 5 miles to Woods Hole and even take them to the Island), we opted to pay $15 for parking and take the shuttle. We only stayed for 2 nights - wish it had been longer. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The stay truly felt like home away from home. The service was impeccable and greatly appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Great property

Great property
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Great place with with accommodations for a bigger family

We had a lovely stay and looking forward to return one day :) Dinner place and breakfast location close by and very good food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

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

Excellent Weekend Getaway

Excellent communication from the hosts. Incredibly clean. Gorgeous back garden and wonderful access to the bike path and therefore all of Falmouth over the crazy holiday season. Great parking for our group along with our bikes etc for the triathlon. The house was very comfortable for our stay.

8/10 Good

Carl M.

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

Great stay

See review of the main house which encompassed the cottage as well. The cottage met all of our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

jen d.

Location was perfect

Great location right on the hike trail and walking distance to the parking lot to catch the bus to the ferry to Martha’s vinyard. House was very clean and cozy. We were able to do some laundry and get takeout and eat in one night. Def would recommend this place!!

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Accommodating is an understatement!

We were excited to get to the Cape and start our adventure. In fact, we were so excited that we arrived a few hours early. Jeanette did everything in her power to get us into the cottage early and we greatly appreciated that. We were interested in getting a reservation but weren't sure where. Jeanette not only gave us a great selection but hoped on the phone and reserved us a table. There were six of us and there are two rooms, each with a queen bed. I had one of the rooms with a bed and personally slept like a baby. One couple had the fold out couch and they still slept fine. The one thing I would say was that it was a hot day and there was no A/C in the living room/couch area, but we left the door open to adjacent room so the A/C from our room could filter in and it was fine. The cottage also has a private fire pit and a quaint gift shop, we thoroughly enjoyed both. Parking can get a little packed so make sure to get your spot early. Overall, we had a great time, really appreciated the hospitality and will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Cozy and Convenient

We loved it. We used the bikes and bike path to get around locally a bit. Pretty convenient to navigate from there and we would definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Terese J.

We loved staying at the cottage.

After spending three nights in a hotel, it was so nice to come to the cottage, where you felt like you were at home. The cottage was warm and inviting. Very cozy. We enjoyed s'mores in the private backyard. Jeanette was so welcoming and helpful. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gloria, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely!

The cozy cottage at the Frederick William House is just lovely! Lots of special touches like robes and special soaps. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to stay here again some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pamela E.

Great.

Great. Jeanette is a fine host. The bike path is lovely. The cottage is nicely appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Wonderful stay at the cottage!

My husband and I stayed in the cottage for a getaway to celebrate our anniversary. The cottage had plenty of space, was very well appointed, and very clean. Jeanette is such a nice host. She is warm and welcoming, friendly, and helpful with any questions we had. The location of the cottage is perfect. It's right on the Shining Sea bike path. You can borrow one of the many bikes Jeanette has available and ride a scenic 5 miles to the sweet town of Woods Hole. You can also use the bike path for a quick less than 10 minute walk to the Steamship Authority bus station to hop on a bus to the Martha's Vineyard ferry. It's a short 15-20 minute walk to Main St. in Falmouth for plenty of shopping and great restaurants. We had a wonderful stay here and would definitely stay at the cottage again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William R.

This property was very impressive! We rented both the main house and adjoining cottage.

Our entire stay was quite delightful for our full family and friends. As a cyclist I found the easy access to the bike trail right behind the house perfect... The entire home was beautifully decorated with of character and charm! A major plus with all bedrooms with full baths! I can't say enough great words about the owner Jeanette, she was the best host ever! I will definitely return and tell others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Cozy Cottage!

My family stayed in the cottage for 3 nights. The cottage was private and well appointed with everything we needed from crisp white towels to salt and pepper/spices. We even had our own backyard area with a firepit for making smores at night. Jeanette was extremely attentive and made us feel right at home! She was quick to respond if we needed anything and very informative about things to do in the area. We loved the location (close to town) and that it was on the Shining Sea bikeway. The cottage came with use of bikes for the whole family and beach passes for local Falmouth beaches. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Anne K.

Not what we were looking for.

Not what we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hans E.

great stay in a lovely cape cod cottage

We stayed at Jeanette's cape cod cottage with a group of 4 in connection with the graduation of my son from a local high school and had a wonderful time. The cottage is very comfortable and well equipped and nicely decorated. Great that you can walk across the street for a fab breakfast/brunch at the "Crab Apple". The kitchen has many essential provided and we were able to make coffee first thing in the morning. Best part is the huge back yard with a lovely shaded sitting area and a fire pit. We made good use of the bikes and rode the bike trail all the way to Woods Hole (5 miles)...FAB visit all around and Jeannette is very punctual, professional and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by Jeanette Robinson /Proprietor

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I grew up in Menlo Park California, my Father was a native Cape Codder and my mother was a native Californian. I suppose my mother's influence kept my Father in California, but he always entertained the notion of moving back to Falmouth. The stretch of land Frederick William House sits on has been in my family for nearly a century, strawberry fields encompassed the stretch, and the 4 houses to the left and the right all belonged to long gone relatives. One by one the cousins, aunts and uncles sold, but when I discovered that 594 Palmer belonged to me after my last living relative on Cape Cod passed away, I felt impelled to keep the last of the homes and share this magical place with you.

Why they chose this property

The property has been in my family for nearly a century. We enjoy sharing this magical spot with others. The best memories are made with family.

What makes this property unique

If you want to 'get there' Frederick William House' is located in an deal spot for the active vacationer who wants to antique downtown, bike, or take in our picturesque landscapes. Easy drives to historic points of interest, walk to breakfast across the street to enjoy the best Irish Eggs Benedict you have ever had. Location, location, location. Come visit the birthplace of 'America the Beautiful' written by Katherine Lee Bates, and visit her child hood home. Take a trolly tour, see Nobska Light House in Woods Hole, still occupied and operated by the Coast Guard Chief. Take in every season, the colors of fall, the impressive frozen ponds in winter, the yellow bursts of color in spring, and the bluest, quiet lapping waves in summer. Cook out, enjoy your family, ferry to the islands, there is so much to do and see here!

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