Our 54th Season!

The Best Waterfront Restaurants on Cape Cod: An Updated Version

Guests at our Nauset Beach hotel often ask us for recommendations on waterfront restaurants, those that offer a great overall experience, not merely a superior location. We shared some of favorites here on our website several years ago, but the restaurant scene on Cape Cod is ever shifting. Clearly, it was time for an update. …

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End Your Cape Cod Vacation with a Night or Two in Boston

A frequent question from guests when they’re reserving a room at our Cape Cod beach hotel is “How far is Cape Cod from Boston?” Not far! With Boston just 90 miles from Ship’s Knees Inn, extending your trip by a couple of nights to enjoy Boston is a great idea, especially for international visitors or …

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Hiking & Biking the Cape

Cool, sunny days with minimal humidity make spring the perfect time to explore the Cape on foot or on a bike. The Cape Cod Rail Trail, with access right across the street from two bike rental shops in Orleans Center, is a can’t-miss option for biking and hiking. Prefer to walk the road the less …

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Things To Do on Cape Cod in the Fall: An Updated List

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We have explored fall activities on Cape Cod in a blog post in the past, but it’s been several years, so we thought it was time for a fresh take on our favorite season. Why, one might is ask, is fall our favorite season? Oh, let us count the ways. There is simply something magical …

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