South Yarmouth Guidebook
Beaches
Our personal favorite! This popular Dennis beach is perfect for little ones due to its gentle waves and wading pools during low tide. About 13 minutes away.
Pro Tip: Go during low tide for the widest expansion of the beach and stay for the sunset (check the tide schedule - https://tides.willyweather.com/ma/barnstable-county/mayflower-beach.html)
- Get there early morning or late afternoon as parking fills up fast
- If parking is full, try Corporation Beach or Chapin Memorial Beach next door
145 locals recommend
Mayflower Beach
Horsefoot PathOur personal favorite! This popular Dennis beach is perfect for little ones due to its gentle waves and wading pools during low tide. About 13 minutes away.
Pro Tip: Go during low tide for the widest expansion of the beach and stay for the sunset (check the tide schedule - https://tides.willyweather.com/ma/barnstable-county/mayflower-beach.html)
- Get there early morning or late afternoon as parking fills up fast
- If parking is full, try Corporation Beach or Chapin Memorial Beach next door
The perfect place to catch the most beautiful Cape Cod sunset! Provides a stunning view of the Cape Cod bay that includes both marshland and beach scenery from one viewpoint. There is ample free parking and a newly renovated boardwalk that allows you to soak in the views of the salt marsh. While the beach is not expansive, there is still ample space to sit and enjoy the water. Great place for a quiet retreat, launch a kayak or to bring children to play in the estuaries (crabs galore at low tide!).
54 locals recommend
Grays Beach
Center StThe perfect place to catch the most beautiful Cape Cod sunset! Provides a stunning view of the Cape Cod bay that includes both marshland and beach scenery from one viewpoint. There is ample free parking and a newly renovated boardwalk that allows you to soak in the views of the salt marsh. While the beach is not expansive, there is still ample space to sit and enjoy the water. Great place for a quiet retreat, launch a kayak or to bring children to play in the estuaries (crabs galore at low tide!).
Popular beach in Orleans located on the Atlantic Ocean side. Miles of white sand with waves for surfing. About 30 minutes from the bungalow.
154 locals recommend
Nauset Beach
250 Beach RdPopular beach in Orleans located on the Atlantic Ocean side. Miles of white sand with waves for surfing. About 30 minutes from the bungalow.
Nearest beach from where you'll be staying (5 min drive). Nice beach with ample parking and a snack bar.
25 locals recommend
Bass River Beach
Nearest beach from where you'll be staying (5 min drive). Nice beach with ample parking and a snack bar.
Popular beach located on the Nantucket sound with gentle rolling waves, about 20 minutes from the bungalow.
110 locals recommend
Craigville Beach
Craigville Beach RdPopular beach located on the Nantucket sound with gentle rolling waves, about 20 minutes from the bungalow.
About an hour away from the bungalow, Race Point Beach is a must-visit destination in Provincetown. Spend a day at this iconic Cape Cod beach and enjoy the scenic drive with sand dunes and water views on both sides. P-town is a great day trip even if you just stop at the beach and spend the rest of the day walking around the shops, restaurants, galleries, etc.
121 locals recommend
Race Point Beach
About an hour away from the bungalow, Race Point Beach is a must-visit destination in Provincetown. Spend a day at this iconic Cape Cod beach and enjoy the scenic drive with sand dunes and water views on both sides. P-town is a great day trip even if you just stop at the beach and spend the rest of the day walking around the shops, restaurants, galleries, etc.
Nearby Attractions
Just 0.6 mi from the bungalow (~12 min walk) is Long Pond, where you'll find a small fresh water beach, a playground and basketball court.
Wings Grove Beach
117-125 Indian Memorial DriveJust 0.6 mi from the bungalow (~12 min walk) is Long Pond, where you'll find a small fresh water beach, a playground and basketball court.
Family friendly mini-golf, go-karts, batting cages, arcade, and other family-focused activities. This is a short 5 minute drive from the bungalow along Route 28 where you'll find other mini-golf and restaurant options.
28 locals recommend
Skull Island Miniature Golf
934 MA-28Family friendly mini-golf, go-karts, batting cages, arcade, and other family-focused activities. This is a short 5 minute drive from the bungalow along Route 28 where you'll find other mini-golf and restaurant options.
A short 5 minute drive from the bungalow is the popular mini-golf destination with two different golf courses (go early, lines can be long!)
130 locals recommend
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
728 Main StA short 5 minute drive from the bungalow is the popular mini-golf destination with two different golf courses (go early, lines can be long!)
Awesome playground with basketball courts, a bike trail, bocce, soccer fields and restrooms.
6 locals recommend
Old Town House Road Park U
144 Old Town House RdAwesome playground with basketball courts, a bike trail, bocce, soccer fields and restrooms.
Just 3 minutes (1 mile) from our bungalow is Bass River where you can rent kayaks and paddleboards. Check out capecodkayaking.com for daily rentals!
37 locals recommend
Bass River Kayaks and Paddle Boards
118 Main StJust 3 minutes (1 mile) from our bungalow is Bass River where you can rent kayaks and paddleboards. Check out capecodkayaking.com for daily rentals!
Arghhhh! Tons of pirate artifacts recovered from a nearby shipwreck. Great option for rainy days (adults & kids). A short 5 minute drive from the bungalow. Stop at Captain Parker's Pub for a bite to eat after the museum!
111 locals recommend
Whydah Pirate Museum
674 MA-28Arghhhh! Tons of pirate artifacts recovered from a nearby shipwreck. Great option for rainy days (adults & kids). A short 5 minute drive from the bungalow. Stop at Captain Parker's Pub for a bite to eat after the museum!
Bounce over to the largest outdoor inflatable park in the U.S. with an adjoining water park. Kids absolutely love this place. There is also a small arcade indoors with lunch options inside.
112 locals recommend
Cape Cod Inflatable Park
518 Main StBounce over to the largest outdoor inflatable park in the U.S. with an adjoining water park. Kids absolutely love this place. There is also a small arcade indoors with lunch options inside.
Pristine golf course down the road. The layout includes 27 holes (Red, White, & Blue Courses) with championship tees allowing the course to be played at up to 7200 yards.
16 locals recommend
Bayberry Hills Golf Course
635 W Yarmouth RdPristine golf course down the road. The layout includes 27 holes (Red, White, & Blue Courses) with championship tees allowing the course to be played at up to 7200 yards.
25 mile old train line converted to a paved path for bikes and pedestrians that passes through Yarmouth, Dennis, Harwich, Brewster, Orleans, Eastham and Wellfleet.
Bike rental shops steps away from trailheads & parking a few minutes from the bungalow:
- Barb’s Bike Shop (South Dennis)
- Pedego (South Yarmouth)
12 locals recommend
Cape Cod Rail Trail
Cape Cod Rail Trail25 mile old train line converted to a paved path for bikes and pedestrians that passes through Yarmouth, Dennis, Harwich, Brewster, Orleans, Eastham and Wellfleet.
Bike rental shops steps away from trailheads & parking a few minutes from the bungalow:
- Barb’s Bike Shop (South Dennis)
- Pedego (South Yarmouth)
Worth the Drive (or boat ride!)
Take the ferry from Hyannis or Woods Hole to enjoy a classic New England experience. Our favorite foodie spots on the island include Backdoor Donuts (best apple fritters), Mocha Motts for coffee and bagels and Lookout Tavern for lobster rolls.
102 locals recommend
Martha's Vineyard
Take the ferry from Hyannis or Woods Hole to enjoy a classic New England experience. Our favorite foodie spots on the island include Backdoor Donuts (best apple fritters), Mocha Motts for coffee and bagels and Lookout Tavern for lobster rolls.
Grab lunch on Commercial Street in Provincetown followed by a whale watch tour or a visit to Race Point Beach. The fun vibe here is contagious!
14 locals recommend
Commercial Street
Commercial StreetGrab lunch on Commercial Street in Provincetown followed by a whale watch tour or a visit to Race Point Beach. The fun vibe here is contagious!
Family-owned winery with a tasting room & a gift shop in an 1830s farmhouse, plus food truck dining.
150 locals recommend
Truro Vineyards
11 Shore RdFamily-owned winery with a tasting room & a gift shop in an 1830s farmhouse, plus food truck dining.
Relax and enjoy shopping on Main Street in Chatham, one of the most scenic and quintessential towns on the Cape. Only a 20 minute drive from the bungalow.
22 locals recommend
Main Street
Main StreetRelax and enjoy shopping on Main Street in Chatham, one of the most scenic and quintessential towns on the Cape. Only a 20 minute drive from the bungalow.
Considered the iconic landmark of the town, the Chatham Lighthouse is a lighthouse near the "elbow" of Cape Cod. Visit this historic landmark and relax on Lighthouse Beach across the street or take a quick walk to Main Street for lunch and shopping.
105 locals recommend
Chatham Lighthouse
37 Main StConsidered the iconic landmark of the town, the Chatham Lighthouse is a lighthouse near the "elbow" of Cape Cod. Visit this historic landmark and relax on Lighthouse Beach across the street or take a quick walk to Main Street for lunch and shopping.
A summer destination with dune-backed beaches, Nantucket is marked by unpainted cedar-shingled buildings and cobblestoned streets. Take a day trip to enjoy their popular restaurants, high-end boutiques and steepled churches.
For roundtrip service to the island, take Hy-Line cruises or Steamship Authority (high-speed ferry takes ~1 hour).
88 locals recommend
Nantucket
A summer destination with dune-backed beaches, Nantucket is marked by unpainted cedar-shingled buildings and cobblestoned streets. Take a day trip to enjoy their popular restaurants, high-end boutiques and steepled churches.
For roundtrip service to the island, take Hy-Line cruises or Steamship Authority (high-speed ferry takes ~1 hour).
Open-air shopping center with shops, restaurants, fitness studios, etc.
253 locals recommend
Mashpee Commons
22 Steeple StOpen-air shopping center with shops, restaurants, fitness studios, etc.
Restaurants (Casual)
Scargo Cafe
799 Main StDelicious American fare with fun outdoor seating options.
Hearty New England fare, award-winning clam chowder, plus a bustling bar. Off Rt 28, less than 5 minutes from the bungalow.
81 locals recommend
Captain Parker's Pub
668 MA-28Hearty New England fare, award-winning clam chowder, plus a bustling bar. Off Rt 28, less than 5 minutes from the bungalow.
Old Yarmouth Inn
223 MA-6ACharming restaurant with a big menu (lobster bisque is our fav!)
Located 1 minute from the bungalow, Carluccuio's is a great option for authentic Italian take-out. Their pizza, salads, subs + cannolis (fresh from the North End in Boston) are all delicious. You can order ahead to pick up beach subs!
Carluccio's Italian Specs
1076 Massachusetts 28Located 1 minute from the bungalow, Carluccuio's is a great option for authentic Italian take-out. Their pizza, salads, subs + cannolis (fresh from the North End in Boston) are all delicious. You can order ahead to pick up beach subs!
Popular seafood restaurant by Parker River Beach
64 locals recommend
Skipper Restaurant and Chowder House
152 S Shore DrPopular seafood restaurant by Parker River Beach
Seafood restaurant with outdoor seating on the pier, less than 5 minutes from the bungalow!
10 locals recommend
Skippy's Pier I
17 Neptune LnSeafood restaurant with outdoor seating on the pier, less than 5 minutes from the bungalow!
Delicious Mexican fare in the heart of Hyannis (usually a wait, so go early!) Yummy tacos and margaritas.
157 locals recommend
Anejo Mexican Bistro
188 Main StDelicious Mexican fare in the heart of Hyannis (usually a wait, so go early!) Yummy tacos and margaritas.
Classic Cape Cod clam shack offering outdoor dining overlooking Northside Marina and Cape Cod Bay. Lobster rolls are amazing here!
167 locals recommend
Sesuit Harbor Cafe
357 Sesuit Neck RdClassic Cape Cod clam shack offering outdoor dining overlooking Northside Marina and Cape Cod Bay. Lobster rolls are amazing here!
Easygoing, family-friendly Italian restaurant offering pizza, pasta & a large bar, plus delivery.
14 locals recommend
DiParma
175 MA-28Easygoing, family-friendly Italian restaurant offering pizza, pasta & a large bar, plus delivery.
Restaurants (Upscale)
Fine dining with a stunning ocean view. Reservations are highly recommended.
161 locals recommend
The Ocean House Restaurant
425 Old Wharf RdFine dining with a stunning ocean view. Reservations are highly recommended.
Cozy, Tuscan-themed restaurant in Harwich offering sophisticated twists on Italian staples & a huge wine list.
55 locals recommend
Buca's Tuscan Roadhouse
4 Depot RdCozy, Tuscan-themed restaurant in Harwich offering sophisticated twists on Italian staples & a huge wine list.
Intimate Japanese restaurants with the freshest and most authentic sushi on the Cape.
69 locals recommend
Inaho Japanese Restaurant
157 MA-6AIntimate Japanese restaurants with the freshest and most authentic sushi on the Cape.
Try Stars Restaurant inside the iconic Chatham Bars Inn for fine dining and stunning views. Reservations highly recommended!
97 locals recommend
Chatham Bars Inn
297 Shore RdTry Stars Restaurant inside the iconic Chatham Bars Inn for fine dining and stunning views. Reservations highly recommended!
Fine dining restaurant with amazing views located inside the beautiful Wequassett Resort in Harwich.
10 locals recommend
twenty-eight Atlantic
2173 MA-28Fine dining restaurant with amazing views located inside the beautiful Wequassett Resort in Harwich.
Breakfast
Keltic Kitchen
415 MA-28Great breakfast place along Rt 28 (go early, lines get long!)
Modern twist on classic, diner food. Small but cute place. Try the biscuits!
17 locals recommend
Ann & Fran's Kitchen
4843 471 MA-28Modern twist on classic, diner food. Small but cute place. Try the biscuits!
You can't go wrong with this breakfast staple (they also serve lunch + dinner). A classic, local spot just a few minutes from the bungalow.
17 locals recommend
Hearth 'n Kettle Yarmouth
1196 MA-28You can't go wrong with this breakfast staple (they also serve lunch + dinner). A classic, local spot just a few minutes from the bungalow.
Delicious homemade grilled breads, homemade corned beef hash, eggs benedict, omelettes, and more!
33 locals recommend
Good Friends Cafe
83 School StDelicious homemade grilled breads, homemade corned beef hash, eggs benedict, omelettes, and more!
Organic Market
640 Main StGreat smoothies, juice + sandwiches! Upscale market as well.
Off season pop up walking distance from the house! Amazing bfast sandwiches, muffins & pastries! & Summer location opens Memorial Day in Dennisport.
Woolfie's Bakery at Willow St Tavern
Off season pop up walking distance from the house! Amazing bfast sandwiches, muffins & pastries! & Summer location opens Memorial Day in Dennisport.
Guest testimonial: Unreal breakfast sandwich and very cheap. I got the ham egg and Swiss on Asiago and she got the Corned beef egg and pepper jack on Asiago. Total bill was less than $11. You must try if in that area.
17 locals recommend
Bagels & Beyond
311 MA-28Guest testimonial: Unreal breakfast sandwich and very cheap. I got the ham egg and Swiss on Asiago and she got the Corned beef egg and pepper jack on Asiago. Total bill was less than $11. You must try if in that area.
Love, April
Sweetest owners & atmosphere! Delicious made made scratch cookies, pastries and coffee.