About Falmouth Cape Cod" Falmouth, Woods Hole is one of the Cape's oldest resort towns.The island of Martha's Vineyard is plainly visible from any harbor in Falmouth, being just a few miles across the Vineyard Sound. For this reason, the harbor is busy with ferry boats going back and forth. The historic village square is charming. Woods Hole, home of the world-famous Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, is a fun walk and has a slightly more bohemian flavor than the rest of Falmouth. Both these towns are a nice stay if you're interested in going to the Vineyard, beachgoing (there are many beaches in Falmouth), and prefer a more vibrant, busy place to stay.
History Falmouth was incorporated in 1694 and was named for its sister town in England. Bartholomew Gosnold, the man who named Cape Cod, sailed from Falmouth, England, in 1602 and landed upon these shores. Until incorporation, Falmouth was known by its Native American name of Succonessett which means"place where the black clam is found."Falmouth has the most shore and coastline of the Cape towns with 11 beautiful harbors. Martha's Vineyard, being only 5 miles away is in plain sight from shore. With its beautiful sea captains' homes restored as B&B's, fragrant gardens and old fashioned festivals, Falmouth is truly what is envisioned when one thinks of"Old Cape Cod."
Falmouth Heights Beach: Falmouth Heights Road to Grand Ave.
Chapoquoit Beach: Chapoquoit Road off Route 28A, West Falmouth
Megansett Beach: Country Road, off 28A, West Falmouth
Wood Neck: Sippesewissett Road, off Palmer Avenue from Route 28
Stoney Beach: North of Woods Hole Road, Woods Hole
About Mashpee Mashpee (including New Seabury and Popponesset) has a unique history, firmly rooted in its Native American Wampanoag background.It has experienced steady but sustainable growth over the past few years. With Popponesset Marketplace, Vineyard and Nantucket Sound beaches, several parks and wildlife sanctuaries, and the Boch Center for the Performing Arts, Mashpee has something for everyone. History Mashpee's history is firmly planted in its Native American background.In 1660, a seemingly civic-minded citizen, Richard Bourne, bought a tract of land and promptly set it aside for Native Americans. Known as the Mashpee Plantation, this was the first Reservation in the United States. It was Bourne's intent that this land be set aside for Native Americans to be their home "forever". What a short time forever is. The settlers decided that the Native Americans needed to learn about their god and become "civilized" and so on May 28, 1870, Mashpee was founded as a town. Beaches South Cape Beach, at the end of Great Oak Rd. from great Neck Rd. off the rotary. Fresh Water:Attaquin Park - Mashpee/Wakeby Pond, Lake Ave. John's Pond, Hooppole Rd.
About Sandwich Sandwich (inc. 1638) is Cape Cod's oldest, and one of its most picturesque towns.Located on the Upper Cape, it is convenient to attractions both on and off Cape. Its town center and surrounding areas contain numerous beautiful old homes, some of which have been converted to bed and breakfasts. Sandwich makes a perfect stay or stop for those interested in history, antiques (Historic Old Kings Highway, or Rte. 6A, begins here), architecture, or glassmaking , and/or those who prefer bayside, calmer beaches.
History Sandwich was incorporated on March 6, 1638, making it the oldest town on Cape Cod.Glassmaking was started in Sandwich by Deming Jarves in 1825. Sandwich is a town which retains the charm of yesterday and yet is very much in the 90's. Being only an hour from Boston it has become somewhat of a commuter town with many of its residents making the daily round-trip to Boston Beaches Town Neck Beach and Sandy Neck Beach. Fresh water:Wakeby Pond
About Barnstable & Hyannis Barnstable is comprised of seven villages, of which Hyannis is the largest.Hyannis is also the largest town and economic center of Cape Cod. Hyannis Harbor is bustling with activity--ferries to the islands, fishing and sailing charters, and the Kennedy Monument. Main Street is home to shops, restaurants, and a few nightclubs. Hyannis Port, home to the Kennedy Compound, is a quiet & residential part of Hyannis. Craigville Beach on the Nantucket Sound, popular with younger people, is in neighboring Centerville. Hyannis is a good choice for those who want to be centrally located and enjoy a bit of everything the Cape has to offer in an upbeat, popular location.
Barnstable is bucolic in comparison to Hyannis.Historic inns & antique stores line Rte 6A in this north side town, which is also home to Sandy Neck Beach and Barnstable Harbor on the Cape Cod Bay. Despite its quaint appearance, Barnstable is close to the myriad of activities and conveniences offered by Hyannis. If you want to stay in a smaller type inn or bed & breakfast, enjoy the calmer waters of bayside beaches, take a day trip to Nantucket, and play a round of kitchy miniature golf, Barnstable, with its proximity to Hyannis, is a good destination for you.
History Incorporated on March 5, 1638, Barnstable was first settled as an agricultural community by the Reverends Hull and Lothrop from the North Shore. For several generations it remained this way until some seafaring citizens settled in and industry became sea- oriented.
Today the village of Hyannis is the hub of Cape Cod. Having the necessities of life for the year-rounder and a variety of activities for the summer tourist, everyone has to go to Hyannis at one time or another.
All Seasonal/Vacation Rentals :Reservation Policy We Accept Visa, MC and Discover Card. 20% Initial Deposit For All Reservations. (Non Refundable) 30% Of Rent Due 10 Days From The Time Of Reservation, Balance Due On Or Before May 20/2010.
CANCELATIONS In Case Of Cancelation, Refund Only Be Granted (minus 20%) If Same Dates Re-rented.
Cape Cod Real Estate & Remodeling Center
681 Falmouth Rd, Suite 17A Deer Crossing (Next to Curves) Mashpee, MA 02649
