Ever since 1838, there has been a lighthouse guarding the shore at Eastham, Massachusetts. Though the structure today has little resemblance to the original structure built in 1838, it still serves an important role. The first Nausett Beach Light Station … Continue reading
The best way to experience the rich history, stunning beauty and charming towns of Cape Cod is to do it leisurely, driving along Route 6A, known as Old King’s Highway. A little more than 60 miles, this stretch of road … Continue reading
Spooky sights, haunting tales and ghostly happenings are all part of the fun when you take one of the tours offered by Haunted Cape Cod. The Barnstable Village company specializes in the paranormal aspects of our area, offering two tour … Continue reading
The history of the U. S. Coast Guard dates back to 1790, when President Washington named General Joseph Otis as the head of Revenue Marine in the Port of Barnstable. It became the first Coast Guard installation on Cape Cod. … Continue reading
Take a walk through the wonderful John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum and you’ll understand why this area of the coast was so near and dear to the President. It was here in Hyannis Port on Cape Cod that President Kennedy developed … Continue reading
One of our area’s most incredible natural resources is often overlooked by visitors: the Great Marsh. This pristine region, along with our harbor, is a thriving ecosystem, and it’s the focus of Barnstable Harbor Ecotours. The ecotours are part history, part … Continue reading
Among the many wonderful features of our Inn—and something guests are often curious about—are the fireplaces you’ll see in the main areas and bedrooms. They’re known as Rumsford fireplaces, and like so much else in a home that was built centuries … Continue reading
