Cape Cod in May

Our lodging was at the SouthCape Resort located in Mashpee which is an hour from downtown Boston or an hour from Provincetown. The Mashpee traffic circle is a challenge (and fun). The drive to Martha's Vineyard ferry is very scenic throught the historcial area of Falmouth. Leave lots of time to drive to Provincetown as it is a one-lane highway and very busy. The beaches there are fantastic for sand dunes and swimming.

Quick Tips:

Martha's Vineyard is the best--the way to see it is to leave your car on the mainland, take the ferry (only way to get there) and take the 4-hour bus tour of the island. It stops in Edgartown and and Gay's Head, finally bringing you back to the ferry for shopping.

Don't miss going to Sandwish to the World's Largest Blown Glass Museum and have lunch at the Daniel Websters Inn. For kids there is the Briar Patch Museum and Brair Rabbit.

Best Way To Get Around:

Walking: beaches and shopping.
Driving: DON'T drive in downtown Boston unless you are suidecidal. Take the Metro.
Buses: Martha's Vineyard tour and Red Trolly tour in Boston.

Best Things Nearby:
Multiplex movie theatre, shopping, and the "99" Restaurant has great meals. Martha's Vineyard, 15 minute drive to ferry Hyannis, Cape Cod Potatoe Chip Factory, Route 130 - Cape Cod Coffee Roasters - fresh roasted is the best.

Best Things About the Resort:
Activity cooridinator Carol was very helpful. Indoor pool is heated around 90F, but the building is not heated.

Resort Experience:
The resort is not the most up to date. It is "rustic" in nature. I would recommend it if used like a bed and breakfast. It would not be ideal for spending a lot of time on site.

The best feature of the resort is its location. Easy to get everywhere from here.

• Unit Type: 2 Bedroom
• Activities: Not Available
• Amenities: Good
• Unit Satisfaction: Fair
• Family Friendliness: Excellent
• Service: Excellent

This is an old home converted into a multi-room dining experience. Lunch is a busy time and the food arrives quickly at your table. They have a wide assortment of soups, sandwiches (of course), and salads. A great atmosphere.