Arriving guest information
Welcome to Cosmos!
We’ve compiled some updated information for your arrival
- Cosmos has two double beds and sleeps 4.
- Check-in is anytime after 4pm and check-out is by 10am. Please take your items from the fridge and cabinets; empty the trash; check under the beds; rinse out the shower and sinks. The key may be left on the mantle.
- Cosmos is a nonsmoking cottage and that includes marijuana. If you choose to smoke outdoors please be mindful of other guests and dispose of your butts responsibly.
- Each cottage is allotted two parking spaces. You must park parallel directly in front of the cottage, if you have more than two of your own vehicles or have visitors, please park in our overflow lot to the left of the dumpsters. We do not allow the parking of trailers or boats by our cottage.
- Please do not dispose of food waste, fish remains or any other trash on the upper or lower beach. It doesn’t matter whether it’s biodegradable or not, use the dumpster across the street. Please do not feed the birds or any other wildlife, as tempting as it might be.
- Owners and guests have right of way on the upper beach. Please do not block with beach chairs, umbrellas, etc. Allow at least three feet from the top of the seawall for passage.
- Arbutus cottage across Shore Road as well as the guest accommodations above Days Market both have legal beach access at the ramp. They are entitled to use the lower beach within 30 feet either side of the ramp. Please let us know if you have any issues.
- Beach fires: Since our beach is private no permits are required, however, the fire chief of Truro did ask that you call the fire department when planning on having a beach fire. 508-487-7548. They will advise whether or not it’s recommended, based on heavy winds and other factors. The condominium wants you to note the following: 1. No fire pits of any kind are permitted on the upper beach. 2. Only start a fire when the prevailing winds are blowing out away from the cottages toward the bay. Be mindful that you have neighbors who do not want their cottage filled with your smoke. 3. Only burn wood, please, no plastic or other noxious fume producing materials. 4. Make sure your fire is at least ten feet from the seawall and ramp. 5. Remember to thoroughly quench the coals with water when you are finished.
- Permits are required for fishing at the cottages as well as surrounding waters. Persons age 16-59 are required to carry a Massachusetts Recreational Saltwater Fishing Permit. Please visit www.mass.gov for more information. Remember: never leave your pole unattended as other people may be injured.
- Portable AC units are not allowed at Cosmos. For 93 years people have opened the windows and used fans.
- There is a vacuum, broom, mop, all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, cleanser, paper towels, etc. to help with daily upkeep. Be careful to avoid sucking up any water with the Electrolux. The broom, might be the only thing you want to use.
- Please avoid the use of self tanners in the cottage. They permanently stain the floors, walls and fabrics.
- Along with our wireless internet, we now have a smart TV where you can sign into your favorite apps and streaming services. Remember to log out before you leave.
- If you lock yourselves out, something breaks etc., please use the contact information posted on the fridge and we will do our best to assist you.
- We are trying to preserve the dune between the cottages. Driftwood, beachgrass, beach roses and other delicate plantings are being used to build up the sand to prevent erosion. Please avoid treading on the dune and burning the driftwood in your beach fires.
- Our electric on-demand water heater keeps up nicely if we are mindful to watch the pressure in the shower and choose not to do dishes at the same time.
- To avoid being locked out, which is very easy to do, make sure the door is truly unlocked by turning the knob before you close it.
- For the heating season, September 15-June 15, there is a baseboard heater in each bedroom; a wall heater in the living room and a ceiling heater in the bathroom. Please make sure everything is off when you decide to open the windows, also you can help us keep our rates down by setting the thermostats to 68° or lower.
- For cooking, a flame is required to light the four stovetop burners. You'll find a lighter on the window sill. Turn the knob and simultaneously ignite the gas. The oven has a pilot light and will ignite automatically. Call if you have questions or problems.
- Extra pillows and blankets are in the trunk.
- Enjoy the charcoal grill. Be careful not to cook too near the cottage because of its vinyl siding. Remember to strap the grill back to the railing so it doesn't blow away.
- The key for the dumpsters across the street is on the crab hook above the sink. Remember to replace the key after using it. We recycle, so do your best to separate your trash according to the information posted on the dumpster. No plastic bags of any kind are allowed in the recycling dumpster.
- Coffee filters are supplied for the coffee maker.
- We've provided a silicon spatula and some wooden utensils for the nonstick pans just like at home. The burners are very hot so be mindful as they will scorch the pans and then the smoke alarm gets involved and it turns into this big thing.
- Because of the pollen and fine dirt that blows around on the beach, we ask that cushions, blankets and pillows stay inside. Since sand isn't as clean as it appears, this also goes for cottage furniture.
- The Adirondack chairs are not heavy so please place them near the cottage when the wind is strong.
- In case you're curious, the locked fireplace cabinet contains maintenance equipment and household odds and ends. Sorry, nothing exciting.
- Sometimes, during hard wind and rain, you might notice a leak coming from the middle bay facing window. So far we have been unable to find the point of entry, until we do, please use the mop to sop up any water that might accumulate. We apologize for this inconvenience.
- A cottage of this age, repaired and updated since 1931 is bound to be quirky with its own personality. We hope you can appreciate it and roll with the punches like we do.