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. Ready to play? Try your […]

It seems like everyone is using video conferencing these days, including the Atlantic Vacation Homes team. We’ve getting to know Zoom’s cool features, and one of our favorites (aside from the “Touch up my appearance” feature) is the app’s ability to let users select a virtual background. Take advantage of this feature and bring a little Cape Ann into […]

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 for […]

The local craft beverage industry is booming on Boston’s North Shore. From beer and wine to mead and rum, locally made adult beverages are making a splash by combining older traditions with creative innovations. These local companies share their stories as well as their products by hosting tours, visiting hours and tastings. Get your hops by […]

Heading into the holidays, Cape Ann showcases seasonal joy and much for which to be thankful. The salty, breezy beach days of summer slowly transition through autum and then into winter, but the spectacular sunrises and sunsets remain. Shell collecting expeditions or visiting the shops downtown on brisk days often require cozy extra layers and, of course, hot […]