Things to Do on Cape Ann

Holiday Fun On Cape Ann Enjoy the traditions of this picturesque town and embrace the Holiday Spirit with local events centered around celebrating the most wonderful time of the year. Search our wide selection of vacation rentals scattered down the rugged enchanting coast of Cape Ann and find the perfect beach house to host your  […]

Take a day trip to Historic Salem MA! Salem is a magical place to visit during the Fall months but Fall doesn’t end after Halloween! You can visit Salem anytime of the year and sometimes it’s even better after the crowds have dissipated and the leaves have reached there full potential! Whatever time of year […]

As you start planning your fall Cape Ann getaway, check out these fantastic events and festivals coming up in September and take advantage of our lower-off season vacation rental rates.

Whale Watching on Cape Ann is a bucket list item! On your next trip to Gloucester, Massachusetts, you don’t want to miss out on this amazing attraction.  

Cape Ann has over 50 miles of coastline that continually calls out to kayakers and other water enthusiasts to paddle and explore. Getting outside and experiencing new things while on vacation is always a goal of most families. Atlantic Vacation Homes makes achieving this goal easy with watercraft rentals.

Top 5 Traditional New England Holiday Dishes On the North Shore of Boston, Massachusetts sits a charming yet off the beaten path quintessential New England cape, Cape Ann. Fondly known as “The Other Cape, it is located approximately 40 miles northeast of Boston and is the perfect getaway for your seasonal vacation. Cape Ann is made up […]

Even though the holiday season can get expensive after the gifts, decorations and other related items are purchased, the good news is that the “holiday spirit” is free! There are plenty of free events and activities on Cape Ann and across the North Shore to put you in a festive mood. Here are some of our […]

Getting outdoors and out to the farms for apple picking, pumpkin picking, and getting lost in corn mazes are some of the most popular fall kid activities we’ve found. There are also many family-friendly festivals and events to choose from that celebrate autumn’s bounty and also every kid’s favorite spooky holiday, Halloween. Below are some of our […]

Whales, dolphins, and seals…oh my! Cape Ann is one of the top destination locations for on-the-water adventures, especially guided whale-watching tours. Whale watching is a family-friendly activity and an exciting way to spend a few hours of your day seeing and learning about whales and other marine wildlife and environment, plus creating memories that will […]

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. Outdoor […]