Sights to See

Craigville Beach

Craigville Beach is part of Nantucket Sound and is right across the street from our location. Known for its gentle southern currents, it features some of the warmest water on Cape Cod. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, lifeguards are on duty, and restrooms and showers are available for your convenience.

Quaint village center of Osterville. Cherry blossom tree in bloom, next to a old world clock

Osterville Center

Osterville Center is a picturesque, upscale village in Barnstable, Massachusetts, on Nantucket Sound, known for its quaint Main Street, boutique shopping, and high-end dining. It offers a "quiet luxury" atmosphere with a walkable downtown, historic homes, and access to five miles of coastline, including Oyster Harbors. Approximately a 5 minute drive, from the Craigville Beach Inn

pod of whales breaching, during a whale watch

Hyannis Whale Watch

Experience one of Cape Cod’s premier whale watching adventures with Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises, operating since 1980. Departing from Barnstable Harbor, this high-speed, custom-built vessel offers spacious multi-level viewing decks and expert naturalists who bring each trip to life. Known for safety, comfort, and unforgettable encounters, it’s your chance to see whales up close on an exciting ocean adventure.

Purple flowers and green grass and trees, at the Artist Shanties that are very colorful

Hyannis Harbor

Hyannis Harbor, located in Hyannis on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, is a lively and historic waterfront hub known for boating, fishing, and transportation, featuring both an inner and outer harbor with marinas, charter boats, and commercial vessels. It serves as a major departure point for ferries to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, as well as sightseeing cruises. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant waterfront dining scene, with popular spots like Tugboats and Spanky’s Clam Shack offering fresh seafood, harbor views, and a classic Cape Cod atmosphere, alongside casual eateries and ice cream stands. Additional attractions include the Cape Cod Maritime Museum, Bismore Park artisan shanties, and the “Walkway to the Sea,” while the harbor’s history is closely tied to the Kennedy family. Easily accessible and highly walkable, Hyannis Harbor is just minutes from downtown and close to beaches like Kalmus Beach and Veterans Beach.

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