Waterfront, Amazing Sunsets, Dock, Fishing and Small Beach, 2 bedrooms sleeps 4

West Dennis, Massachusetts
$435 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Exclusively rented on VRBO.
New Address issued by Town of Dennis is 25 Old Main Street, Dennis.

NO LISTINGS OR REPRESENTATIVES OUTSIDE VRBO. ANY SOCIAL MEDIA LISTINGS SHOULD BE REGARDED AS FRAUD. NO CRAIGSLIST, NO FACEBOOK, NO SOCIAL MEDIA. ANY PAYMENTS TO AN OUTSIDE REPRESENTATIVE WILL NOT BE HONORED BY THIS OWNER. BEWARE OF SCAMMERS.

Open: May-October. Closed: November-April

This red cottage is located on Bass River in Grand Cove. Just steps to the waters edge. A wonderful location in the Historic District of South Dennis with it's church bells bellowing across the water, beautiful homes and historic buildings. The cottage was built in the early 1950's. As you enter the cottage the knotty pine walls and hard wood floors welcome you. The living room looks over the Bass River and has amazing sunsets every night. The glass sliding doors bring you to the patio, hot outdoor shower, grill and entrance to the 185' pier and dock. There is a small tidal beach for launching canoes, kayaks and small fishing boats about 100' away. The boat slip is not part of the rental fee. The living room has a gas fire place, a/c, flat screen tv w cable and internet. The kitchen has everything you should need for preparing meals for your stay. The dining nook has a view of the Bass River. Upstairs, there is a full bathroom w a tub/shower combo. All ceramic tile, floor to wall, was done in 2000. The small bedroom w 2 twin beds and an ac is next to the bathroom. The second bedroom has a queen pillow top mattress, a/c, electric fireplace, flat panel tv, dvd, cable and a view of the water from the picture window above the fireplace. The mattress were purchased in 2015.
The large beach is just a quick 5 minutes to the West Dennis Beach. This beach has the warm Nantucket Sound water, some waves and soft white sand. The Lighthouse Inn has a great menu on the beach. From the cottage, take a walk to the Breakfast Room for breakfast, Steamer Trunk's surf stuff shop, and the Christmas Tree Shop. An antique shop on the way is always fun to pop into. Location is central to all cape cod has to offer. This property has the use of all amenities at the Yarmouth Country Cabins just 8 minutes away. There is a heated pool, laundry room and bikes to borrow at the cabins. Kayak rentals are nearby the Tom Thumb. The Tom Thumb Cottage is a quaint waterfront cottage with an amazing view and sunsets on the patio every night. Convenient to shopping on Rt.134 at Patriots Square. Cape Cod Rail Trail is one mile from the cottage. There are bikes to rent, parking and one of our favorite restaurants, Morrelle's. The cottage has a dock and beach for fishing and swimming. A 185' dock and boat slip was built Sept '09. Boat slip available with rental. This cottage has 3 a/c units. Each bedroom has a/c and the living room has an a/c.
Grand Cove is a Cape Cod Treasure! It is an amazing fishing spot. When the birds come flyin' in..the fish just start jumping! Sit back and enjoy the views of Bass River. This is a no wake zone. Very quiet. Mussels in the sea grass or fresh fish for dinner Sail, kayak, and swim! Sit back and enjoy the sunset over the water every night from the patio. Light up the Weber grill for an evening fire or BBQ. The gas fireplace in the living room will keep you warm on a chilly Spring or Fall evening. The location of this rental is set in the heart of all that Cape Cod has to offer yet it is quiet and secluded. This is a Cape Cod treasure. A kayak rental (with delivery) of a kayak can make your vacation complete. Walk to the Breakfast Room for Breakfast or Lunch. We hope you will love it here as much as we do!
The Bass River Marina is just a few minutes away if you would like to rent a boat/boat slip for your week.
Grand Cove is a No Wake Zone. Photos of the waterfront are taken from the back door.
Grand Cove is ocean fed salt water. This cove is located on Bass River. Bass River connects to the Nantucket Sound. The water is the temperature of the ocean or a bit warmer and the fishing is bountiful. There is a boat ramp located on Great Wastern Road in Dennis. The ramp is about 8 minutes from the cottage and parking is free. Beaches: Chapin Beach/Mayflower Beach on the Bay side off Rt. 6a is so beautiful at sunset. Pack a picnic dinner. During the day, bring the kids at low tide...the beach goes out for miles with an abundance of tide pools. West Dennis Beach is just 2 miles from the cottage. It has just enough waves. Coastguard Beach: A 40 minute drive, big waves and nature. Seagull Beach in Yarmouth is calm and warm. Only 10 minutes away. Chapin Beach and Mayflower Beach are best experienced w a low tide that leaves a beach of about 3 miles out and tide pools for toddlers to play in.
Resturants everywhere and shopping. Be sure to catch a whale watch. Cape Cod is a whales destination to feed before they make the trip down the east coast for the winter. Call or email us to reserve your family vacation at Tom Thumb Cottage.

This rental is rented exclusively on VRBO.
WE DO NOT RENT ON CRAIGSLIST OR OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA Platforms. ANY LISTING ON THESE PLATFORMS SHOULD BE REGARDED AS FRAUD AND WILL NOT BE HONORED BY THIS OWNER.

A boat slip rental is not included in the rental fee. Access to the dock is part of the rental fee for fishing off of or leisure. Dock rules are posted at the main gate of the dock.
Access to the Pool at YCC is June15-Oct15 annually.

2023: All COVID restrictions have been lifted. All bedding is provided. Kitchen has all appliances for an enjoyable stay. Furniture updated fall 2022.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total Pets Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 980 Sq Ft (91 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Outdoor Shower
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Privileges Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Timothy C.

    Submitted Jan 28, 2026

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Great location

  • Kenneth S.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    Very nice clean and cozy cottage overlooking the water. Peaceful days and beautiful evenings. A hidden gem!

  • Autumn L.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Great location. Paddling and sunset views were amazing.

  • Shelby S.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Cutest house on the water. We had an amazing time!!! Would definitely recommend!

  • Robyn H.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    This is our third stay at this home. The home is in a great location and we have enjoyed our visits.

  • Kimberley W.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    The stay was wonderful! The neighborhood is nice and convenient to most attractions. The only snafu was a little miscommunication about the key, but it was easily worked out without a delay in our plans.

  • Theresa M.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    The cottage was exactly what my family needed! The pool dock was great for fishing

  • Cammie P.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    Can’t beat the view. Cozy cottage on the water, convenient to food and sightseeing.

  • Adam M.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 26, 2024

    The stay was very enjoyable. Something about this place made it the most relaxing Cape Cod vacation so far: let it be the views, water sports, the relaxing, low key cabin or visiting the larger associated property in Yarmouth.. The pool at the camp site near by was spectacular as well. Management was very professional and communicative.

  • John R.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    Beautiful views but a lot of rules and restrictions!

  • Amanda M.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 19, 2024

    We had a great stay at this property! View is stunning. Cabin itself is rustic but nice. Our dog loved laying outside but the sides of the property are not fenced in and neighbors are close. Was not a problem for us but wanted to mention for other dog owners. With a toddler I was worried about safety from water access but there is a secure fence between you and water so nothing to worry about. Hot when we stayed and window ACs cooled well. Outdoor shower was fantastic! No room for pack and play in twin bedroom so we ended up with baby in master. On main road but setback nicely from any noise or cars.

  • Sharon S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 23, 2024

    Such a tranquil vacation. Beautiful view right out the back door. Good food just minutes away in either direction. Cottage on the waterfront was small and cute with everything you could need.Cottage could use some minor repairs but well worth our stay!!

  • Robyn H.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 23, 2024

    This is an annual trip for us and we had a great time!

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