Explore Cape Ann like never before by walking in the footsteps of many well-known artists, writers, and other influencers who have contributed to shaping the area’s rich cultural history through their art and craft. From maritime history to architecture, see and experience first hand with the Cape Ann Museum what landmarks, seascape, or landscape inspired their works. There […]

The off-season is a fantastic time to be on the North Shore. The summer crowds disappear and the splendors of New England in fall, followed by winter, take over. Some of the benefits of visiting the Cape Ann area in the off-season include: It costs less. Atlantic Vacation Homes’s rental rates go down significantly in the fall […]

While we are all staying at home to help stop the spread of the Coronavirus, take a little break to take a virtual escape with us. Atlantic Vacation Homes has collected a variety of virtual experiences to explore Cape Ann’s cultural, historical, and natural world from the comforts of your own home. Warmer and brighter […]

​Are you stuck at home and in need of a diversion? A puzzle is just the thing to keep boredom away and keep your brain active at the same time. Working on puzzles can give your brain a boost in many ways, including lowering your stress, improving your memory, and sharpening your problem-solving skills. Where to Stay Next Time […]

  For centuries, the seashore has been considered a place of health and healing. Every aspect of the beach experience, from the sand to the salt water to the sun, has their own unique benefits to body and mind. Cape Ann, especially, with its many beaches and miles of spectacular coastline, is a fantastic destination […]