Our 51st Season!

Our Favorite Waterfront Restaurants on Cape Cod

Cape Cod is all about the ocean. It was the miles of sandy beaches that first drew summer visitors to our shores in the 1800s, and they are what have made the Cape one of the top vacation destinations in the world. When you visit, you’ll want to spend as much time taking in the …

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Exploring the Cape Cod Craft Beverage Trail

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If the question is “Is there any craft beer near me?” when you’re staying at Ship’s Knees Inn, the answer is absolutely. But wait; there’s more. Should you be more oenophile than lover of micro-brews, there is a winery within just a few miles of the inn. In fact, you can even partake of the …

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A Brief History of Nauset Beach and Nauset Heights

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As the Old Colony Railroad reached each town on Cape Cod, that town was ‘put on the map’ as a destination for summer visitors. The railroad’s first depot on Cape Cod was in Sandwich; it opened in 1848. Service extended from west to east – with spurs running south into Falmouth, Hyannis and Chatham – …

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10 Best Things to Do on Cape Cod

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One of the things we most enjoy as innkeepers is sharing our insider info about our favorite places on the Cape. After living here for decades, it’s tough to winnow down the list, but here are the top 10 standouts. Catch a Sunrise or Sunset: There is something serene and otherworldly about taking in a …

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