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The Whale's Tail Cottage- A Retreat With Charm and Comfort to Spare! RPAM016

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A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window.
A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.
Dining
A staircase leading to a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.
An outdoor patio area with a dining table set for four, surrounded by cushioned seating.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Near the sea, this vacation home accommodates 8 guests across 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a patio for outdoor relaxation and offers access to hiking, biking, and birdwatching. Guests can enjoy nearby golf and water activities at the marina, as well as attractions like Bass River Lighthouse and Cape Cod Beaches. Pet-friendly policies apply.

Highlights

  • Feels like home
    Guests love the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cape Cod Beaches
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Dennis, MA
  • Place, Bass River Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Cod Beaches
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, West Dennis Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Whale's Tail Cottage- A Retreat With Charm and Comfort to Spare! RPAM016

AVAILABLE AS A MONTHLY WINTER RENTAL FROM 10/1/26 TO 4/30/27 AT $2500 / MONTH INCLUDING UTILITIES! NO PETS, PLEASE FOR WINTER RENTALS.

Escape to “A Whale’s Tail” cottage in West Dennis, less than a mile from the sparkling sands of West Dennis Beach. This home invites you to dive into relaxation and Cape Cod Charm. Enjoy a spacious living room, sunroom, and private loft with TV and games for kids of all ages. Outside, the cottage truly shines as your personal vacation haven. The backyard features a wood burning fire pit, 2 seating areas to eat and enjoy your evenings under the stars, a propane grill ready for summer barbecues, and an outdoor shower for that refreshing rinse after the beach. Walking distance to a public playground, pizza place, local favorite cafe and ice cream shop. Perfect for your family getaway!

.8 Miles to West Dennis Beach
20 min drive East to Chatham
20 min drive West to Hyannis ferries to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard

HIGHLIGHTS of A Whale’s Tail
→ Location – Mid Cape location, central to many Cape attractions.
→ Walking distance to 2nd largest beach in Cape Cod, with ample parking, playground, bathrooms, food stands and restaurants.
→ Wi-Fi with Roku to stream Netflix/Hulu/etc.
→ We provide beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards.
→ Quiet dead-end street
→ Parking for 6 Vehicles or 4 and a boat

THE SPACE
→ Sleeping Arrangements: Sleeps (8)

MAIN LEVEL
→ King Bedroom - 42” Flat Screen TV
→ Queen Bedroom - 42” Flat Screen TV
→ Bathroom with shower/tub combo
→ Living Room with Fireplace and 60” Flat Screen TV
→ Kitchen well stocked

UPSTAIRS
→ Two twin beds and a full bed
→ Sitting area with 43" Flat Screen TV, table for games

The Whale’s Tail has everything you need to stay entertained during your stay. There are 4 TVs, high speed Internet, a cabinet full of board games, cards and crafts to keep the young at heart busy.

ATTRACTIONS
→ .5 mile to Kayak and paddle board rentals
→ 4 min drive to Cuffy’s, Cape Cod famous shopping attraction.
→ 5 min drive to Bass River Golf Course
→ under a mile to various local favorite restaurants, coffee shops, donut shops, breakfast cafes, liquor stores, shops and more.

4 night minimum rentals during the peak season. 3 night minimum rentals during the shoulder seasons. Dogs are considered. No smoking is allowed. Tenants provide their own linens and towels. Subject to all applicable taxes and fees. All Robert Paul Vacation Rental bookings include a non-refundable $250 fee that includes administrative fee and damage waiver insurance for self-reported incidental damage up to $1,000.00. Upon receipt of a booking request, an agent will reach out to discuss additional damage protection which may be required at this property for multi-week bookings.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
→ What does the kitchen include? The kitchen is stocked with everything you would expect in a normal kitchen plus a blender, toaster, various size pots & pans, lobster pot and tools, wine glasses, a Keurig, and a regular coffee pot.
→ Do you provide beach items? Yes, we provide beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards.
→ Do you provide any baby items? Yes! We provide a highchair and pack n' play
→ Do you provide a grill? Yes, there a propane grill, propane is provided
→ Do you provide firewood? Firewood is byo.
→ Do you allow pets? Yes
→ What type of internet do you provide? We provide high speed Internet, all 4 TV’s are smart.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number C0295360750
Property # 9662652
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

West Dennis

Located in West Dennis, this holiday home is near the beach. Hyannis Harbor is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach. West Dennis Beach and Cultural Center of Cape Cod are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Dennis, MA

What's nearby

  • Bass River Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cape Cod Beaches - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • West Dennis Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cultural Center of Cape Cod - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Jericho House and Barn Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 20 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chapin's Fish & Chips and Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Fox Coffee Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Whale's Tail Cottage- A Retreat With Charm and Comfort to Spare! RPAM016 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Whale's Tail Cottage- A Retreat With Charm and Comfort to Spare! RPAM016?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Whale's Tail Cottage- A Retreat With Charm and Comfort to Spare! RPAM016?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Whale's Tail Cottage- A Retreat With Charm and Comfort to Spare! RPAM016?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Whale's Tail Cottage- A Retreat With Charm and Comfort to Spare! RPAM016 located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bass River Lighthouse and Cape Cod Beaches. Jericho House and Barn Museum and West Dennis Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Hosted by Adam Marks for Robert Paul Vacation Rentals

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