Cape Cod Guidebook
Beach
Craigville Beach is located on Nantucket Sound.
It is located in Craigville (part of Centerville, Massachusetts) and is a very popular tourist hot spot on Cape Cod. Unlike many private Cape beaches which offer parking to residents only, Craigville is a public beach area, available to non-residents for a daily parking fee. T
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Craigville Beach
Craigville Beach is located on Nantucket Sound.
It is located in Craigville (part of Centerville, Massachusetts) and is a very popular tourist hot spot on Cape Cod. Unlike many private Cape beaches which offer parking to residents only, Craigville is a public beach area, available to non-residents for a daily parking fee. T
A peninsula beach, Dowses offers your choice of bay or ocean water. The sand is soft and the beach is lined with beautiful dunes. It is a wonderful spot for collecting shells. Parking is available for a $20 daily fee.
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Dowses Beach
A peninsula beach, Dowses offers your choice of bay or ocean water. The sand is soft and the beach is lined with beautiful dunes. It is a wonderful spot for collecting shells. Parking is available for a $20 daily fee.
About 20 minutes from The Cape Haus, Pebbly Sandy Neck Beach spans 6 miles in Barnstable, a town in the Mid Cape area. Known for its 4,700 acres of dunes, marshes and forests, this beach doubles as a wildlife refuge for a variety of animals, including the endangered piping plover bird. Plus, Sandy Neck boasts charming shacks and cottages, as well as walking trails.
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Sandy Neck Beach
About 20 minutes from The Cape Haus, Pebbly Sandy Neck Beach spans 6 miles in Barnstable, a town in the Mid Cape area. Known for its 4,700 acres of dunes, marshes and forests, this beach doubles as a wildlife refuge for a variety of animals, including the endangered piping plover bird. Plus, Sandy Neck boasts charming shacks and cottages, as well as walking trails.
Located about 20 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Veteran's Beach is a great spot to spend the day. Whether you are looking to swim, beachcomb, or play some beach games this beach can accommodate you. There is a playground, grills, park benches, and a large parking lot that can be used for a $20 daily fee.
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Veterans Park Beach
Ocean StLocated about 20 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Veteran's Beach is a great spot to spend the day. Whether you are looking to swim, beachcomb, or play some beach games this beach can accommodate you. There is a playground, grills, park benches, and a large parking lot that can be used for a $20 daily fee.
Neighborhoods
Osterville is one of seven villages within the town of Barnstable, Massachusetts, United States and only 10 minutes away from The Cape Haus. Whether you spend your afternoons out on the water, out on the beach or strolling through one of Osterville’s galleries and boutiques, the village has plenty to offer. From upscale shopping on Main Street to its sand and water, the location proves a great place for everything from paddle boarding and kayaking to relaxing.
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Osterville
Osterville is one of seven villages within the town of Barnstable, Massachusetts, United States and only 10 minutes away from The Cape Haus. Whether you spend your afternoons out on the water, out on the beach or strolling through one of Osterville’s galleries and boutiques, the village has plenty to offer. From upscale shopping on Main Street to its sand and water, the location proves a great place for everything from paddle boarding and kayaking to relaxing.
Martha's Vineyard, a Massachusetts island, sits in the Atlantic just south of Cape Cod. A longtime New England summer colony, it encompasses harbor towns and lighthouses, sandy beaches and farmland. It's accessible only by boat or air. Vineyard Haven, on the eastern end, is a ferry port and the island's commercial center. Oak Bluffs has Carpenter Gothic cottages and an iconic carousel.
Martha's Vineyard can be reached only via ferries/air. We are about 20 minutes away from the Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Summer is a busy time to visit Martha's, highly recommend booking the ferry reservations in advance.
Marthas Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard, a Massachusetts island, sits in the Atlantic just south of Cape Cod. A longtime New England summer colony, it encompasses harbor towns and lighthouses, sandy beaches and farmland. It's accessible only by boat or air. Vineyard Haven, on the eastern end, is a ferry port and the island's commercial center. Oak Bluffs has Carpenter Gothic cottages and an iconic carousel.
Martha's Vineyard can be reached only via ferries/air. We are about 20 minutes away from the Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Summer is a busy time to visit Martha's, highly recommend booking the ferry reservations in advance.
Nantucket, a tiny, isolated island off Cape Cod, Massachusetts, is a summer destination with dune-backed beaches. It’s marked by unpainted cedar-shingled buildings, many surrounded by manicured privets. The wharves and cobblestoned streets of the Town of Nantucket are lined with restaurants, high-end boutiques and steepled churches.
Two ferry lines - Hy-Line Cruises and the Steamship Authority - provide convenient, year-round service from Hyannis (about 15 minutes drive away) to Nantucket. Both run high-speed passenger catamarans with a travel time of approximately one hour. Summer is an extremely busy time to visit, book your ferry tickets in advance.
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Nantucket
Nantucket, a tiny, isolated island off Cape Cod, Massachusetts, is a summer destination with dune-backed beaches. It’s marked by unpainted cedar-shingled buildings, many surrounded by manicured privets. The wharves and cobblestoned streets of the Town of Nantucket are lined with restaurants, high-end boutiques and steepled churches.
Two ferry lines - Hy-Line Cruises and the Steamship Authority - provide convenient, year-round service from Hyannis (about 15 minutes drive away) to Nantucket. Both run high-speed passenger catamarans with a travel time of approximately one hour. Summer is an extremely busy time to visit, book your ferry tickets in advance.
Sightseeing
Must do with the kids! Located about 30 minutes away, Rare and diverse, Coonamessett Farm defies short description. Whether you're looking for a fun and engaging place to take the kids, or a place to explore the changing seasons; whether you want to pick ultra fresh food in season or whether you want to meet friends for an outdoor buffet with music on a summer Friday or you'd like home grown salad with all the trimmings, visit to Coonamessett Farm!
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Coonamessett Farm
98-2 Coonamessett Farm RdMust do with the kids! Located about 30 minutes away, Rare and diverse, Coonamessett Farm defies short description. Whether you're looking for a fun and engaging place to take the kids, or a place to explore the changing seasons; whether you want to pick ultra fresh food in season or whether you want to meet friends for an outdoor buffet with music on a summer Friday or you'd like home grown salad with all the trimmings, visit to Coonamessett Farm!
Nobska Light, originally called Nobsque Light, also known as Nobska Point Light is a lighthouse located near the division between Buzzards Bay, Nantucket Sound, and Vineyard Sound in the settlement of Woods Hole, Massachusetts on the southwestern tip of Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
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Nobska Point Lighthouse
233 Nobska RdNobska Light, originally called Nobsque Light, also known as Nobska Point Light is a lighthouse located near the division between Buzzards Bay, Nantucket Sound, and Vineyard Sound in the settlement of Woods Hole, Massachusetts on the southwestern tip of Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
About 30 minutes drive from The Cape Haus. You can park your car in a parking area and enjoy a scenic bike ride on a paved path.
The Shining Sea Bikeway hugs the coast from Falmouth to Woods Hole and then beyond to North Falmouth, winding along the Vineyard Sound shoreline. Ideal for casual and beginner cyclists, it was built on a former railroad right-of-way. The paved path is level for nearly its entire 10.7-mile distance with only a slight grade in certain spots.
Parking & Directions
To reach the Shining Sea Bikeway, take Route 24 south to 1-495 south to the Bourne Bridge. From points north, take Route 3 south to the Sagamore Bridge rotary. Follow the signs to Buzzards Bay/Falmouth, then cross over the Bourne Bridge. From Bourne Bridge: travel Rt. 28 south to Falmouth. Fork right onto Locust Road Entry to the bikeway parking area is a mile down on the right just past Pin Oak Way. The newer North Falmouth parking area is located on the corner of County Road and Route 151.
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Shining Sea Bikeway
Shining Sea BikewayAbout 30 minutes drive from The Cape Haus. You can park your car in a parking area and enjoy a scenic bike ride on a paved path.
The Shining Sea Bikeway hugs the coast from Falmouth to Woods Hole and then beyond to North Falmouth, winding along the Vineyard Sound shoreline. Ideal for casual and beginner cyclists, it was built on a former railroad right-of-way. The paved path is level for nearly its entire 10.7-mile distance with only a slight grade in certain spots.
Parking & Directions
To reach the Shining Sea Bikeway, take Route 24 south to 1-495 south to the Bourne Bridge. From points north, take Route 3 south to the Sagamore Bridge rotary. Follow the signs to Buzzards Bay/Falmouth, then cross over the Bourne Bridge. From Bourne Bridge: travel Rt. 28 south to Falmouth. Fork right onto Locust Road Entry to the bikeway parking area is a mile down on the right just past Pin Oak Way. The newer North Falmouth parking area is located on the corner of County Road and Route 151.
KID FRIENDLY - Children's Museum located in Mashpee about 10 minutes away from The Cape Haus.
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Cape Cod Children's Museum
577 Great Neck Rd SKID FRIENDLY - Children's Museum located in Mashpee about 10 minutes away from The Cape Haus.
KID FRIENDLY - Visit Burgess Park if you need a walk in the nature! Only a mile away from The Cape Haus!
Burgess Park
Massachusetts 149KID FRIENDLY - Visit Burgess Park if you need a walk in the nature! Only a mile away from The Cape Haus!
Only 5 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Feel free to stop by and watch the airplanes and skydivers come and go. They have a picnic table, Adirondack chairs to relax in, a biplane rocking horse for the kids, and that Snoopy biplane to ride in.
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Cape Cod Airfield
1000 Race Ln
Only 5 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Feel free to stop by and watch the airplanes and skydivers come and go. They have a picnic table, Adirondack chairs to relax in, a biplane rocking horse for the kids, and that Snoopy biplane to ride in.
Located about 20 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Cape Cod Museum of Art is an art museum in the town of Dennis . If you are visiting Sandy Neck Beach, add this to your list!
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Cape Cod Museum of Art
60 Hope LnLocated about 20 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Cape Cod Museum of Art is an art museum in the town of Dennis . If you are visiting Sandy Neck Beach, add this to your list!
KID FRIENDLY - Less than 30 minutes away, the Lavendar Farm is surrounded by 75 acres of conservation land with woodland walking trails. The farm is free to visit and open March-December. The lavender harvest occurs between late June to mid-July (peak bloom). Highly recommend the peak bloom season!
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Cape Cod Lavender Farm shop
Weston Woods RoadKID FRIENDLY - Less than 30 minutes away, the Lavendar Farm is surrounded by 75 acres of conservation land with woodland walking trails. The farm is free to visit and open March-December. The lavender harvest occurs between late June to mid-July (peak bloom). Highly recommend the peak bloom season!
Shopping
KID FRIENDLY - As a beloved piece of Centerville and Cape Cod, generations of families are still visiting the 1856 Country Store for the old time delights, but they are so much more than a penny candy store! The store has had many visitors over the years from First Ladies to First Graders! Open year-round and offer a little something for everyone.
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1856 Country Store
555 Main StKID FRIENDLY - As a beloved piece of Centerville and Cape Cod, generations of families are still visiting the 1856 Country Store for the old time delights, but they are so much more than a penny candy store! The store has had many visitors over the years from First Ladies to First Graders! Open year-round and offer a little something for everyone.
Grocery Supermarket less than a mile away from The Cape Haus.
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Stop & Shop
3900 Falmouth RdGrocery Supermarket less than a mile away from The Cape Haus.
Trader Joe's
655 132About 10 minutes away from The Cape Haus.
Whole Foods Market
990 Iyannough RdAbout 10 minutes away from The Cape Haus.
Food Scene
KID FRIENDLY - About 10 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Crisp Flatbread Inc is a wood fired pizza and pasta restaurant on Main Street in Osterville. Highly recommend if you like craft pizzas, they have both dine in and take out options.
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Crisp
791 Main StreetKID FRIENDLY - About 10 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Crisp Flatbread Inc is a wood fired pizza and pasta restaurant on Main Street in Osterville. Highly recommend if you like craft pizzas, they have both dine in and take out options.
KID FRIENDLY - Steps away from The Cape House, Morning Glory Cafe is a local favorite that serves breakfast & lunch!
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Morning Glory Cafe
211 Cotuit RdKID FRIENDLY - Steps away from The Cape House, Morning Glory Cafe is a local favorite that serves breakfast & lunch!
KID FRIENDLY - Jimmies Ice Cream is located off Route 28 in Cotuit, Massachusetts and is a local favorite. Swing by and cool down this summer with one of their specialty sundaes, cones, and lots more! Only 5 minute drive away from The Cape Haus.
Jimmie's Ice Cream
4075 Falmouth RdKID FRIENDLY - Jimmies Ice Cream is located off Route 28 in Cotuit, Massachusetts and is a local favorite. Swing by and cool down this summer with one of their specialty sundaes, cones, and lots more! Only 5 minute drive away from The Cape Haus.
KID FRIENDLY - Añejo’s fun, sophisticated atmosphere provides a unique twist on Mexican dining. Adventurously authentic dishes complement Añejo’s extensive list of tequilas and margaritas. Has plenty of outdoor dining space perfect for kids.
They have two locations one in Hyannis and one in Falmouth!
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Anejo Mexican Bistro
188 Main StKID FRIENDLY - Añejo’s fun, sophisticated atmosphere provides a unique twist on Mexican dining. Adventurously authentic dishes complement Añejo’s extensive list of tequilas and margaritas. Has plenty of outdoor dining space perfect for kids.
They have two locations one in Hyannis and one in Falmouth!
A rustic vineyard & winery located in Falmouth, MA. Offers wine tastings, events & a wine bar. Home of the Mermaid Water Rosé, cheers!
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Cape Cod Winery
4 Oxbow RdA rustic vineyard & winery located in Falmouth, MA. Offers wine tastings, events & a wine bar. Home of the Mermaid Water Rosé, cheers!
About 15 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Mashpee Commons is home to over 100 shops set in a charming New England style village. Find unique dining, one-of-a-kind shops and entertainment for the whole family. The Commons offers a mix of national and local independent shops, restaurants and amenities with something for everyone.
Year-round events are held at the Commons that are free and open to the public. Fun events usually includes weekly movie nights, block parties, live music and holiday-themed events.
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Mashpee Commons
22 Steeple StAbout 15 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Mashpee Commons is home to over 100 shops set in a charming New England style village. Find unique dining, one-of-a-kind shops and entertainment for the whole family. The Commons offers a mix of national and local independent shops, restaurants and amenities with something for everyone.
Year-round events are held at the Commons that are free and open to the public. Fun events usually includes weekly movie nights, block parties, live music and holiday-themed events.
Located about 15 minutes drive away, Spanky's is a casual clam shack that takes you back to the "old cape" experience and is known for “wicked good” fried Clams, scallops, shrimp and clam chowder.
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Spanky's Clam Shack and Seaside Saloon
138 Ocean StLocated about 15 minutes drive away, Spanky's is a casual clam shack that takes you back to the "old cape" experience and is known for “wicked good” fried Clams, scallops, shrimp and clam chowder.
KID FRIENDLY - About 30 minutes away from The Cape Haus, classic Cape Cod clam shack offering outdoor dining overlooking Northside Marina and Cape Cod Bay. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, visit them to enjoy the raw beauty of Cape Cod. The Café is cash only, and they are a BYOB.
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Sesuit Harbor Cafe
357 Sesuit Neck RdKID FRIENDLY - About 30 minutes away from The Cape Haus, classic Cape Cod clam shack offering outdoor dining overlooking Northside Marina and Cape Cod Bay. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, visit them to enjoy the raw beauty of Cape Cod. The Café is cash only, and they are a BYOB.
KID FRIENDLY - About 5 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Amie Bakery is a small, specialty retail bakery on Cape Cod in the quaint village of Osterville.
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Amie Bakery
1254 Main StKID FRIENDLY - About 5 minutes away from The Cape Haus, Amie Bakery is a small, specialty retail bakery on Cape Cod in the quaint village of Osterville.
About 7 minutes away, Wimpy's is a Casual Seafood Cafe located in the village of Osterville.
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Wimpy's Seafood Cafe & Market
752 Main StAbout 7 minutes away, Wimpy's is a Casual Seafood Cafe located in the village of Osterville.
KID FRIENDLY - Cape cod is known for it's ice-cream. Don't miss this place if you are in the Hyannis area. They also have several branches on the Cape.
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Cape Cod Creamery
5 Theater Colony RdKID FRIENDLY - Cape cod is known for it's ice-cream. Don't miss this place if you are in the Hyannis area. They also have several branches on the Cape.
KID FRIENDLY - About 20 minutes away located on Main St, Hyannis. We highly recommend this Italian restaurant whether you are dining in or doing a take out. While it seems like a fancier sit down restaurant, they do welcome kids with a special kids menu.
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Alberto's Ristorante
360 Main StKID FRIENDLY - About 20 minutes away located on Main St, Hyannis. We highly recommend this Italian restaurant whether you are dining in or doing a take out. While it seems like a fancier sit down restaurant, they do welcome kids with a special kids menu.
TAKEOUT OPTION for locally prepared seafood, located less than 5 minutes away from the Cape Haus. The have a sister branch called "Osterville Fish Too" that has outdoor seating option - about 20 minutes drive away .
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Osterville Fish Market
2952 Falmouth RdTAKEOUT OPTION for locally prepared seafood, located less than 5 minutes away from the Cape Haus. The have a sister branch called "Osterville Fish Too" that has outdoor seating option - about 20 minutes drive away .
TAKE OUT/ VEGAN - Located at Mashpee Commons, this vegan cafe makes rolls to die for. Be sure to try their fresh smoothies as well! You can directly order for home delivery from their website.
freshroll
439 Nathan Ellis HighwayTAKE OUT/ VEGAN - Located at Mashpee Commons, this vegan cafe makes rolls to die for. Be sure to try their fresh smoothies as well! You can directly order for home delivery from their website.
TAKEOUT or Dine in - A hole int he wall serves delicious thai food. Closed on Sundays!
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Bangkok Kitchen
339 Barnstable RdTAKEOUT or Dine in - A hole int he wall serves delicious thai food. Closed on Sundays!
TAKEOUT or Dine in - Asian Fusion known for their fresh sushi rolls. Less than 5 minutes away from The Cape Haus.
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Saga Fusion
1560 Old Post RdTAKEOUT or Dine in - Asian Fusion known for their fresh sushi rolls. Less than 5 minutes away from The Cape Haus.
KID FRIENDLY - Breakfast, less than 5 minutes away. (In Walk-able distance)
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The Mills Restaurant
149 Cotuit RdKID FRIENDLY - Breakfast, less than 5 minutes away. (In Walk-able distance)