Eileen and Brian’s Mid Cape Guide Book
Towns
These are some of our favorite towns
West Yarmouth
Chatham
Harwich Port
Hyannis
Sightseeing
These are some of our favorite things to do.
Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises
269 MillwayThe ferry is about 10-15 minutes from our house depending upon traffic. Take the ferry to Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard for the day
83 locals recommend
Hy-Line Cruises
220 Ocean StThe ferry is about 10-15 minutes from our house depending upon traffic. Take the ferry to Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard for the day
Chatham Shark Center
235 Orleans RdNauset Lighthouse
120 Nauset Light Beach RdWharfinger Chatham Fish Pier
54 Barcliff AveLocated in Sandwich, this is an expansive garden and has an antique car museum. Great day especially paired with the Treehouse brewery visit.
170 locals recommend
Heritage Museums & Gardens
67 Grove StLocated in Sandwich, this is an expansive garden and has an antique car museum. Great day especially paired with the Treehouse brewery visit.
John F Kennedy Hyannis Museum
397 Main StWhydah Pirate Museum
674 MA-28Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce
424 MA-28Great place for local info on Yarmouth. Walking distance from house
Chatham Lighthouse
37 Main StBass River Kayaks and Paddle Boards
118 Main StFood scene
We love dining out. This is a listing of some of our favorites within 30 minutes of the house
This is a fun brewery right on the water. Reservations are needed. About 1/2 hour from the house.
27 locals recommend
Tree House Brewing Company - Cape Cod
98 Town Neck RoadThis is a fun brewery right on the water. Reservations are needed. About 1/2 hour from the house.
Baxter's Boathouse
177 Pleasant StGreat restaurant right in Hyannis harbor
Our favorite casual outdoor dining. We like the back shack area best.
60 locals recommend
Black Cat Tavern
165 Ocean StOur favorite casual outdoor dining. We like the back shack area best.
Bagels & Beyond
311 MA-28Cleat & Anchor
243 Lower County RdChapin's Fish & Chips and Beach Bar
228 Lower County RdCaptain Parker's Pub
668 MA-28Great views and variety of food options. Reservations usually needed
41 locals recommend
Pelham House Resort
14 Sea StGreat views and variety of food options. Reservations usually needed
Our favorite icecream shop. Great for peanut and treenut allergies
112 locals recommend
Sundae School Ice Cream
381 Lower County RdOur favorite icecream shop. Great for peanut and treenut allergies
25-30 minutes away but great water views. Does not take reservations.
90 locals recommend
Brax Landing Restaurant
705 MA-2825-30 minutes away but great water views. Does not take reservations.
Anejo Mexican Bistro
188 Main St
Englewood Baking Company
572 Massachusetts 28Delicious croissant sandwiches. Sell out but you can also order ahead
Barnstable Brewing
485 W Main StKeltic Kitchen
415 MA-28Walking distance, great brunch and lunch
Walking distance from house. Great breakfast and lunch options
17 locals recommend
Ann & Fran's Kitchen
4843 471 MA-28Walking distance from house. Great breakfast and lunch options
Tugboats
11 Arlington St5 minute drive from house. Great waterfront dining
Pepe's Wharf Restaurant
371 Commercial StNightlife/Entertainment
There are ongoing concerts here throughout May-October. This is about 10-15 minutes from our house
92 locals recommend
Melody Tent
41 W Main StThere are ongoing concerts here throughout May-October. This is about 10-15 minutes from our house
Cape Cod baseball is quintessential summer. Enjoy a game of great college summer ball. Bring your lawn chair and find a seat anywhere.
Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox
210 Station AveCape Cod baseball is quintessential summer. Enjoy a game of great college summer ball. Bring your lawn chair and find a seat anywhere.
Cape Cod Inflatable Park
518 Main StPirate's Cove Adventure Golf
728 Main StSkull Island Miniature Golf
934 MA-28Grocery & Liquor
Shaws offers both pickup and delivery options
Orleans Seafood Market
18 Old Colony WayWorth the drive Wellfleet. Fresh seafood and delicious lobster rolls
Whole Foods Market
990 Iyannough RdVery similar to Stop & Shop, this grocery store is about 5-10 minutes away. Will provide all your needs and can deliver
117 locals recommend
Shaw's
18 Sisson RdVery similar to Stop & Shop, this grocery store is about 5-10 minutes away. Will provide all your needs and can deliver
Trader Joe’s offers unique food offerings and sells beer and wine. About 10 -15 minutes depending on traffic
72 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
655 132Trader Joe’s offers unique food offerings and sells beer and wine. About 10 -15 minutes depending on traffic
Similar to Shaw’s, this grocery store is about 5-10 minutes away. Will provide all your needs and can deliver
265 locals recommend
Stop & Shop
474 Station AveSimilar to Shaw’s, this grocery store is about 5-10 minutes away. Will provide all your needs and can deliver
Luke's Super Liquor Stores
444 Main StreetCVS
Walking distance from house. National pharmacy chain
Dollar General
447 MA-28Walking distance from house. Quick place to get household essentials.
West Yarmouth Fish and Lobster
679 MA-285 minutes from the house. Amazingly fresh seafood
Dennis Public Market
653 Main StFavorite Beaches
Cape Cod has so many beaches to visit and explore. These are some of our favorite local beaches.
Sea Gull Beach
Bass River Beach
Mayflower Beach
Horsefoot PathAbout 20-30 minute drive, but beautiful beach and sunsets
Pretty beach at low tide. Marshes are beautiful and fun place to explore.
54 locals recommend
Grays Beach
Center StPretty beach at low tide. Marshes are beautiful and fun place to explore.
This beach is a quick walk from our house. Perfect for afternoon drinks or a swim. Great for little ones too
11 locals recommend
Englewood Beach
Berry AveThis beach is a quick walk from our house. Perfect for afternoon drinks or a swim. Great for little ones too
Boating, Biking, Hiking etc
Cape Cod Waterways Kayak Rentals
16 Main StBass River Kayaks and Paddle Boards
118 Main StRail Trail Trail Head
Higgins Crowell RoadJohnny A. Kelley Recreation Area
180 Old Bass River RdCape Cod Canal