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Starfish Cottage★0.4mi walk Beach & Village★Pet Friendly★Bikes★Fireplace★Firepit

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Room
Living room w/ plenty of seating, 65” TV, Woodburning fireplace & small library
Charming, living room in the “Cottage” style. Lots of seating & wood-burning FPL
Light and bright kitchen with butcher block top island.
1st floor bedroom with queen size bed & flat screen TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Dennis, MA
  • Cape Cod Theatre Company – Home of the Harwich Jr. Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Sea Street Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • West Dennis Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Starfish Cottage★0.4mi walk Beach & Village★Pet Friendly★Bikes★Fireplace★Firepit

WELCOME TO ★ STARFISH COTTAGE ★

✅ All linens are provided & beds are made.

✅4 adult bikes & helmets for your use.

✅ Woodburning FPL in Living Room. Please bring your own wood & starters.

✅ Located at end of private cul-de-sac,

✅ 0.4mi to ocean beach & children’s park, tennis/pickle ball court.

✅ 0.5mi to village of Dennisport with restaurants, coffee, organic grocer (Rory’s).

✅ Steps to restaurants & Sundae School Ice-Cream (open seasonally)

✅ Enjoy the backyard w/plenty of seating,
propane fire-pit, outdoor shower & hammock.

✅ Large eat-in kitchen w/island & all the amenities

✅ 2 Queen bedrooms downstairs & 2 twin + rollaway twin in upstairs loft

✅ PETS WELCOME! Pet Fee is $30/day

✅ 1200 Mbps FastWiFi
✅ Full A/C
Located at the end of a private cul-de-sac this charming home is just 1/2 mi from the village or the ocean beach. Steps to restaurants and Sundae School Ice-Cream.
Decorated with a Cape Cod flair we're sure you'll love!

*SLEEPS 7***

Your pet is welcome! $30/night
Linens provided & beds are made.

Charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with WiFi on a private cul-de-sac.
Walk to Inman & Sea Street beaches, Dennisport Village, new childrens/pet park & restaurants (all ½ mile walk).
Best of all, walk to famous Sundae School Ice-Cream Parlor a few minutes away.

*We provide 4 adult bikes for your use.

*Gas propane fire pit in the backyard - Make s'mores, roast hotdogs, keep warm***

*Enjoy the backyard with it’s large picnic table under the shade of trees & partially fenced yard.

*Lights in the tree above the outdoor furniture give the backyard a magical feeling.

*Outdoor shower

*Weber grill (please bring your own charcoal) & hammock completes the relaxing picture.

Full eat-in kitchen with dishwasher & microwave, WiFi, 65” roku TV with YouTubeTv loaded for all channels. Feel free to add your own streaming services.
1.5 bathrooms, washer/dryer and A/C units in every room. Washer/Dryer.

The house is stocked with a library of books. (If you don’t finish the book, feel free to take it with you!)

Sleeping loft with 2 twin beds, rollaway twin & ½ bath. Up a steep staircase so great for kids!
Downstairs bedrooms each have a queen bed (for a total of 2 Queens & 2 Twins)

**No smoking please**

Your pet is welcome! $30/night.

There is a 1Br/1Bth “Tiny House” next door that is also for rent. VRBO #608329 (sleeps 2)

You can see the tiny house from the backyard but they have their own driveway & deck. There is a fence & gate between the 2 properties.

Property manager

Aruna McDermott
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please bring your own sheets and towels or the $100 linen service is available. PLEASE LEAVE THE HOUSE AS YOU FOUND IT, NEAT & CLEAN. THANK YOU!!
No smoking of any kind inside the cottage. Thank you!

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number C0101590750

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dennis Port

Dennis Port is home to this holiday home. West Dennis Beach is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Mayflower Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Cape Cod Baseball & Bumper Boats, or check out an event or a game at Veterans Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dennis, MA

What's nearby

  • Cape Cod Theatre Company – Home of the Harwich Jr. Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sea Street Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Swan Pond River - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • West Dennis Beach - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Cape Cod Rail Trail - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 25 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sundae School - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Clancy's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Oyster Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Honey Dew Donuts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chapins - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Starfish Cottage★0.4mi walk Beach & Village★Pet Friendly★Bikes★Fireplace★Firepit pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Starfish Cottage★0.4mi walk Beach & Village★Pet Friendly★Bikes★Fireplace★Firepit?

As of 3 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starfish Cottage★0.4mi walk Beach & Village★Pet Friendly★Bikes★Fireplace★Firepit on 5 May 2025 start from NZ$867.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Starfish Cottage★0.4mi walk Beach & Village★Pet Friendly★Bikes★Fireplace★Firepit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Starfish Cottage★0.4mi walk Beach & Village★Pet Friendly★Bikes★Fireplace★Firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Starfish Cottage★0.4mi walk Beach & Village★Pet Friendly★Bikes★Fireplace★Firepit located?

This family-friendly Dennis Port holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Cod Beaches, Sea Street Beach and Cape Cod Theatre Company – Home of the Harwich Jr. Theatre. Pleasant Road Beach and Haigis Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul S.

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

Great cottage close to the ocean

Loved the cottage and close proximity to the ocean. Close to restaurants and shops. Loved the access to bikes and beach chairs. Overall a fantastic off-season stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

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

Starfish Spring

Great location. Easy access to shopping and restaurants. Owner very accomodating and friendly!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noreen F.

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

Absolutely beautiful

Aruna was the perfect host. The house and location were perfect. House is super cozy. We loved it!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck S.

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

Wonderful Cottage

Fit our family of five perfectly during the holidays. Hosts were so nice and made everything so easy. Will definitely look to stay here again when we are back on the cape.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl G.

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

Thanksgiving Get-Away

We found the cottage to be just as advertised. It was comfortable and cozy for our family Thanksgiving trip. We would absolutely stay again! Thank you 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

patti b.

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

the prettiest cottage of all. beautifully decorated with all the pots, pans,appliances,towels and

classic cape cod, not glitzy but comfortable and warm; weatherproofed and with good elec, water, and wifi
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suraj A.

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

Cozy and Clean

We loved our stay over Labor Day weekend. Beds were clean and comfortable, and the entire house was cute, bright and beautiful. Air conditioning and laundry were great to have and the kitchen was well appointed. Excellent communication with the owners!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the layout of the cottage. It’s perfect for experiencing family togetherness.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

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

A Wonderful Family Vacation

My two sons, my daughter-in-law, my wife, and I, and a dog decided a year ago to vacation together on Cape Cod this summer. After searching for a property listing, we settled on this cottage. It was everything we had hoped it would be. There is plenty of space, including an outdoor sitting area. It was clean and ready for us when we arrived. There was great communication between the owner and myself during the visit. It is close to several beaches and on a street without any traffic. I would give it my highest recommendation and would not hesitate to stay there again in the coming years.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

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

Just perfect for our family

The space is cute with the upstairs loft just right for our teen sisters (stairs would be too steep for older adults). Very well stocked kitchen. Both indoor and outdoor showers which was welcome after our beach days. And convenient to beaches, restaurants and markets.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Cutest cottage

My friends and I loved staying at Starfish Cottage! Great location, Aruna was incredibly sweet and helpful, we had no complaints. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylin M.

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

Quality Time with Family at the Best Place

This stay at Starfish Cottage was fantastic! Easy check in process and the most thorough. I didn’t have a ton of questions and Aruna was extremely helpful. When we did have some troubles with the fire pit, Aruna answered immediately and then sent her husband over early the next day to fix it. We were so impressed! The location was amazing. Easy walk to 3 different beaches. We went to Inman St mostly though and it was small, not crowded, and clean water/sand. Aruna also has beach chairs, bikes, wagon for beach equipment, noodles, etc. The AC was A+ during this hot time as well. We forgot the house only had a charcoal grill but we figured it out and it was a learning moment with the family! lol Mosquitos are kicking in this area so make sure to use the bug spray the host provides :) Most importantly: I brought my 6 month old puppy with us. We brought our own couch covers, bed, etc., and she thrived in the house AND lovely backyard. However, just a reminder that it’s not completely fenced in and there’s plenty of bunnies around….so tie your pup up on a long leash to the picnic table and you should be fine lol There is a tiny home basically 5 steps from the fire pit but we rarely saw the guests in there and it wasn’t a bother at all :) Just a reminder that this is a beach cottage and not a modern mansion. There will be dust/sand and the decor matches the beach vibes! We loved it here and will definitely come back :)
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac S.

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

Great house, location, and owner

We had a great time at this house, even though it was the off-season (March) with cold/windy/rainy weather. We cooked, played games, walked, hiked, and rode the bikes. The house is an easy/short walk to the beach and into town. An easy two miles up the street is the Cape Cod Rail Trail. We were three, but the house easily accommodates a family of five with two bedrooms on the first floor and two twin beds in the attic bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

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

Great week at Starfish Cottage

The Cottage had all the accommodations needed for our vacation on the Cape. Plenty of room in the house for the five adults and two young kids, well stocked with the everyday necessities. Close to the beaches, restaurants, shops and of course ice cream. Backyard well furnished with chairs, fire pit, hammock and outdoor shower. Quiet area to spend a relaxing week.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig K., Los Angeles

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

Amazing location and fantastic property!

We had a blast at Starfish cottage! Two couples and two kids (ages 9 & 12) who absolutely loved sleeping upstairs in the loft. This place is fully stocked for all your beach vacation needs. Everything comes as advertised and the location is walking distance to anything you’d need in Dennis Port. The outdoor shower make for a stellar touch as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

gretchen g.

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

Relaxing at Starfish Cottage

My family had a wonderful, relaxing vacation at Starfish Cottage. We enjoyed excursions either walking to the beach or riding on the bikes provided for our pleasure. The weather was perfect allowing us to take advantage of the fire pit and hammock in the backyard. The oversized picnic table was was a great place to enjoy food, family and long conversations into the night. We all had a fantastic time and hopefully we can return soon. Thank you for making our stay so comfortable and enjoyable. ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth I.

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

MA family vacation

The cottage was cute, clean. Not a fan of plastic bowls and plates. The bed frames need to be updated. MA weather is on the dam side, there were 2 days of rain during our stay; the cottage feels dam. Over all, we enjoyed and made the best vacation for the rest of our week in MA.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

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

June getaway

An easy 5 star rating. Aruna and her property are fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

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

Cozy Cottage on the Cape

Great little spot to spend the long Mother’s Day weekend with the family. Secluded and private but still close to the main routes of travel and the water. We would love to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis V., Boston

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

Cozy House

Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a place in the cape for four adults and a couple of kids. Well represented by the pictures, with everything clean when we arrived. The hosts are great, easy to reach and very nice. The backyard really feels like you're out in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Cape Cod Gem

We enjoyed our stay. The home is situated on a dead-end street. Quite quiet, except for the occasional loud guests at the inn behind the property. The home itself is wonderful. Kitchen is stocked, comfortable beds, couches, and chairs. Aruna is a high-quality host. 10 min walk to the beach. Close to the shops of Dennis Port. GG
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Quaint and Clean

The starfish cottage was great for our group of 3 (plus dog). Perfect location to show 2 West Coast visitors a variety of Cape towns and activities. Aruna was super helpful, and provided a list of places to eat and things to do. We would definitely return to this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Greg W., Towson, MD

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Mouse, Ants, Clogged Toilet Oh My

Mouse, Ants, Clogged Toilet Oh My!! When we first pulled up to the house I was shocked I had just paid seven grand for a week for this "camp ground" setting. The property is on a sandy hill, looks run down, no grass and across the street there is a house in disrepair with siding a trim missing from around the house and a front yard full of weeds. Worse of all there is another rental property in the backyard. There is no privacy as the front door of this other rental unit looks right into the backyard of this place. The firepit and outdoor shower are in full view of the "neighbors". We were very excited for our return to The Cape for outdoor showers and nightly firepits. Well we did one of each as we were the show for the other unit. I would characterize the area as a bit dumpy or camp grounds like. It was a 15 min walk to "downtown" and 15 min walk to a end of street beach - the width of the street. If you wanted a wider beach it was more of a 30 min walk. We arrived just after 7pm on Sunday night and had the impression I just detailed above. I reached out to the owner, she responded very quickly to my request for a reduction/refund of fees. She did offer me a refund for all nights I hadn't stayed yet but gave me until 10 am the next morning to be out of the place. Now finding a new rental in 15 hours in Aug on the Cape is an impossible task so we had to stay and I was worried if I pushed any harder that we would be out on the street so I didn't say another word. However; it was a bit off-putting to be told how good the ratings are and if you don't like it get out in 15 hours. So we kept our mouth shut and over the next week experienced a ruined Cape Cod vacation and son drop off at college. Over the week we then got to experience a clogged toilet where we were now waiting for a handyman to come and fix it (again the owner responded very quickly). Then I ran the dishwasher and quickly after the kitchen counters were covered in ants. The kicker was on Sunday when I came face to face with a mouse that ran to the oven for cover. The entire family packed up on Sunday at 3pm and left a day early. Worse Family Vacation Experience Ever!! Just so there are positives, the owner had beach chairs, and bikes, and the house was themed nicely. She was quick to respond again
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

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

Wonderful house in Dennisport.

This house is wonderful, has everything you need, very clean, updated, and cozy. It has a great backyard. It is close to beaches and great restaurants. The property manager, Aruna is so helpful - answers questions quickly. We would definitely stay there again and recommend it highly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B., United States

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

Excellent location and cute little beach cottage

We really enjoyed staying at Starfish. The cottage was cute and the decor was perfectly themed. The location was amazing and the host provided us with a comprehensive list of things to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Aruna McDermott

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We purchased these properties (House & cottage) in 2008 and have renovated them over the years. Every year we do a new improvement. We use the cottages ourselves so you know they are well loved and cared for. We love the cottages and area and know you will too!

Why they chose this property

The house and cottage are a short 1/2 mile from both the ocean beach and the village of Dennisport. They are both decorated in a Cape Cod style that we think you'll love.
Put your feet up, read a book in the hammock, sit outside under the twinkle lights in the tree or stroll to Sundae School for the worlds best ice-cream sundae!

What makes this property unique

If your party is larger, you can rent both the 3BR/1.5BTH house and the 1BR/1BTH cottage next door.

Languages:

English

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