Cape Cod, Massachusetts
While visiting this tranquil vacation destination, why not stop at a few wineries? The area’s climate is heavily influenced by the presence of the ocean, which provides moderate temperatures for viticulture. Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket are the perfect summer getaway locations. They are full of charm and history, and there is a wide variety of activities to do, from beach and island hopping to multimedia festivals. Fortunately, this area is highly accessible, so you can reach it by ferry, bus, plane, or train. Just more of an excuse to visit!
- Number of wineries: 39
- Southeastern New England AVA spans three states: Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts
- Popular varietals: Chardonnay, Albarino, Riesling, Vidal Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Baco Noir, Pinot Meunier, Cabernet Franc, and Seyval Blanc
- Average cost of wine tastings: $20-$50 per person
- Average cost of hotels: $150- $650 a night (Also Great Airbnb Options in the Area)
- Cool things to do outside of wine: whale watching, biking, shopping, sunbathing at the beach, taking a sunset cruise, birdwatching, etc.
- Average temperature by season:
- winter: 15°F –35°F (some wineries might be temporarily closed in the winter)
- spring:40°F –65°F
- summer:70°F – 85°F
- fall:40°F – 60°F
- Location: About 1.5 hours from Boston, Massachusetts or about 3 hours from Hartford, Connecticut
- Bus Services from Boston: Peter Pan, MegaBus, Plymouth & Brockton
- Cape Cod Airport (HYA)
- Ferry to Islands: Island Queen, Steamship Authority, and Hy-Line Cruises
Cape Cod Winery
Cape Cod Winery is centrally located in Falmouth! It is the perfect place to have an afternoon wine, sit outside and enjoy the ocean breeze. You can grab a bite to eat at their onsite food truck. If it’s a warm day, I recommend trying the crab dip and a wine slushie. The relaxing atmosphere and the nice staff help make this a must stop on your Cape Cod itinerary!
- Wine Tasting Cost: $13-$15 a glass and flights available
- Year Established: 2013
- Owner(s): Pete and Erika Orlandella
- Website: https://www.capecodwinery.com/
- Address: 4 Oxbow Rd, East Falmouth, MA 02536
Overall Rating: 7/10
- Accessibility – how easy is it to get to this winery for out of towners: 9/10
- Atmosphere – does this winery have a great vibe: 9/10
- Wine – how does the wine actually taste: 6/10
- Bonus points – is there something unique about this winery (attractions, one of a kind tasting experience, picturesque location, excellent wine food pairing, personalized experiences, etc.): 5/10
- Customer Service – how well does the staff treat guests: 8/10
Other Notable Wineries
Cape Cod: Truro Vineyards
Nantucket: Nantucket Vineyard
Martha’s Vineyard: Unfortunately, there are no more wineries on the vineyard despite the namesake
Best Restaurants
Cape Cod: Añejo Mexican Bistro (great margaritas), The Dunbar House Tea Room and Wine Bar, Quarterdeck, Crabapple’s (great seafood chowder), West Falmouth Market (great pizzas)
Nantucket: Breeze, Foggy Nantucket, The Nautilus, Scooters
Martha’s Vineyard: Biscuits, The Ritz, The Attic, Winston’s Kitchen, Chef Deon’s Kitchen, Vineyard Caribbean Cuisine, Back Door Donuts
Don’t forget to try seafood chowder and clam chowder!
Recommended Accommodations
Cape Cod:
Autocamp Cape Cod – Glamourous camping on a resort, three great accommodations available: Airstreams, Adventure Tents, or Tiny Home Cabins.
Fredrick William House – Charming and quaint bed and breakfast with bike rentals and a bike trail on property (access to the Shining Sea Bikeway)!
Other: Inn on the Square
Nantucket: Union Street Inn, Life House, Nantucket Resort Collection
Martha’s Vineyard: The Oak Bluffs Inn, Nobnocket Boutique Inn, Pequot Hotel
Noteworthy Activities
Cape Cod: Morning or Sunset Sail with Liberte, Nobska Lighthouse, Woods Hole Film Festival, Woods Hole Oceanography Institute, Sandwich Glass Museum, Chatham Lighthouse, John F. Kennedy Museum
Nantucket: Nantucket Whaling Museum, Brant Point Lighthouse, Great Point Lighthouse, Nantucket Shipwreck
Martha’s Vineyard: Aquinnah Cliffs Overlook, Gay Head Lighthouse, Oak Bluffs Film Festival, the Inkwell beach, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Lighthouse, Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Festival
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~ Visited: August 2024
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