Called To The Seashore

When adventure calls, we’re minutes from the wide, white sands of Cape Cod Bay, wonderful whale watches, and provocative arts. Check out of work stress and check into Old Cape Cod’s magical blue skies and salt air. Scroll down to the Guest Book and see what others loved on their escape.

Featured Cape Experiences

Whale Watch Cruising

Watching a whale breach is an unforgettable experience! You can easily book your adventure with Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises right through our website when reserving your room. Just drive to the nearby dock, hop aboard, and spend the day spotting these magnificent giants. Along the way, you may also encounter a variety of other land and sea wildlife. And don’t worry—we’ll prepare a delicious breakfast for you to take along on your adventure!

Edward Gorey's Goth Art: Perfect for A Very Rainy Day

A Yarmouth Port resident for decades, Edward Gorey was an aclaimed writer and illustrator, authoring 116 books and is estimated to have created cover art for more than 500 books by other authors. His home, now a museum, is a half mile from the inn. Among his most famous works is “The Gashlycrumb Tinies: A Very Gorey Alphabet Book,” in which each letter corresponds to a child perishing in darkly comic and sometimes surreal ways.

Barnstorm The Beach

Be bold! When you get a bird’s eye view of our pristine beaches, iconic lighthouses, famous landmarks, and quaint villages, your perspective shifts. Your pulse quickens. It’s exhilarating. And life-changing! The roar of the engines. Wind in your face. And the most experienced pilots in New England.

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From The Guestbook

Cape Festivals & Events

Spring

CAPE COD RHODODENDRON FESTIVAL

Heritage Museums and Gardens boasts galleries that exhibit American folk art, a vintage carousel, and more. Experience thousands of radiant flowers and related art and activities at Cape Cod’s Rhododendron Festival.

DAFFODIL DAYS AT SPOHR GARDEN

Stroll through a breathtaking, 6-acre garden that is open to the public in early spring. Visitors observe the thousands of colorful daffodils swaying in the breeze during Daffodil Days at Spohr Garden.

BREWSTER IN BLOOM

Locals and visitors alike celebrate the warm sun and beautiful blooms during the Brewster in Bloom Festival. Peruse antiques and enjoy live music, marathons, and more.

Summer

PROVINCETOWN JAZZ FESTIVAL

The Provincetown Jazz Festival captures cool vibes and brings them to this charming section of New England. Sway your hips to the sound of walking bass lines and a brassy chorus carried in by a gentle summer breeze.

HYANNIS ART SHANTIES

Each summer, the cultural scene of Hyannis and Cape Cod celebrate creativity and emerging artists with Hyannis Art Shanties. Stroll through Hyannis Harbor to meet local artists and leave with some unique, original artwork.

CAPE COD GREEK FESTIVAL

This annual Grecian festival attracts thousands of visitors from across the country to sample delicious Mediterranean cuisine and celebrate Greek culture. Enjoy live music, folk dancing, raffles, shopping, and more at this exciting cultural event.

WOODS HOLE FILM FESTIVAL

Attend film screenings, workshops, panel discussions, staged readings, special events, awards ceremonies, and more during the annual Woods Hole Film Festival. This eight-day showcase features a myriad of independent films to ponder.

PAN-MASS CHALLENGE

Passionate cyclists, volunteers, and generous donors assemble for the Pan-Mass Challenge to raise money for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Racing to the finish line, the athletes have a larger goal in mind than just winning. They aim to fundraise for a good cause.

PROVINCETOWN CARNIVAL WEEK

Less than an hour away, Provincetown hosts a weeklong celebration of the LGBTQ community through various parties, art fairs, parades, costume balls, and more. Travelers from around he country gather to partake in Provincetown Carnival Week.

ANNUAL CAPE COD FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

Taste the flavors of Cape Cod and sample delicious bites from some of the region’s most popular food trucks while sipping tasty craft beers and enjoying the fresh air. The Cape Cod Food Truck Festival is a great way to try the local cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.

POPS BY THE SEA

Treat yourself to a moving performance by the beloved Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra. At the Hyannis Village Green, allow the breathtaking scenery and moving music at Pops by the Sea to fill your soul with inspired energy.

ANNUAL CRAFTFEST COTUIT

Check out handmade crafts and gorgeous works of art at CraftFest Cotuit. Listen to the live music, grab a delicious lobster roll, and peruse the unique vendors with products such as stained glass, mystery novels, jewelry, beach scenes, macrame, and more.

CAPE COD CHOWDER FESTIVAL

Sample the best Clam Chowder you can find in New England at the Annual Chowderfest. It’s an excellent opportunity to meet and mingle with locals while trying different takes on a favorite dish.

CAPE COD JAZZ FESTIVAL

Revel in a magical experience and admire the talent of extraordinary musicians at the Cape Cod Jazz Festival. Overlooking Pleasant Bay, this affair sets the scene for a memorable evening.

THE HYDRANGEA FESTIVAL

Wander through ethereal gardens exploding with pleasant aromas and vibrant colors when you attend the Hydrangea Festival. Meet international horticulturalists and speak with our innkeeper about her prized hydrangea collection

THE CAPE COD CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL

Allow the sounds of masterfully-orchestrated music to surround you during a mesmerizing performance at the Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival.

ANNUAL YARMOUTH SAND SCULPTURE TRAIL

Mermaids riding cresting waves, overflowing ice cream cones, magnificent whales breaching and aliens on floating saucers — these are some of the Cape's most iconic imagery, real and mythical. Each summer vignettes like these are hand-carved into sand all across Yarmouth as part of the 2025 Yarmouth Sand Sculpture Trail.

Fall

WELLFLEET OYSTERFEST

Help support and sustain Wellfleet’s shellfishing communities and aquaculture industries when you attend the Wellfleet OysterFest. Shuck oysters, sample some of the best shellfish and appreciate Cape Cod’s local music scene.

ANNUAL HARWICH ARTS & MUSIC CRANBERRY FESTIVAL

Listen to a series of musical performances in an outdoor setting and browse local arts, crafts, and cuisine at flea markets and craft fairs during the Harwich Arts & Music Cranberry Festival.

HARBOR TO THE BAY BIKE RIDE

Ride for a good cause on the Harbor to the Bay Bike Ride. By participating in and supporting this athletic event, you help improve community awareness of HIV/AIDS and support organizations that advance the quality of care available for those diagnosed.

CAPE COD BREW FEST

Order a flight of unique, craft beers provided by over 100 breweries. With hundreds of styles to quench your thirst, the Cape Cod Brew Fest continues to draw a large crowd each year.

Winter

HYANNIS MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, 10K AND MARATHON TEAM RELAY

Athletes and runners travel to participate in the Hyannis Marathon. Challenge your endurance, choose between different race distances, and make your way to the finish line.

HOLIDAY FESTIVAL AT TAYLOR BRAY FARM

Celebrate the holiday season when you visit the Taylor-Bray Farm and delight in delicious homemade baked goods, crafty decor, and more.

YARMOUTH PORT CHRISTMAS STROLL

The first Sunday in December featuring free trolley rides, live entertainment, a petting zoo, and Santa. The event, organized by the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce and the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth, ends with a 4:15 PM tree lighting on the Village Green.