Cape Cod & the Islands welcome romantic vacationers

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Cape Cod -- that sandy peninsula off the east end of Massachusetts -- has attractions for people of all ages and tastes, and people looking for a romantic weekend are certainly among them. Towns from Hyannis and Barnstable through Chatham and out to remote Provincetown offer luxurious hotels, inns, and resorts to guests seeking a romantic getaway. While on Cape Cod, be sure to explore the Cape Cod National Seashore and try to take a whale watch cruise or dune tour. And don't pass on the fried clams, ever,

Jared Coffin House

29 Broad Street Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-228-2400 Toll-Free: 800-248-2405

Nantucket is romance personified, and this inn helps bring that feeling to life

Escaping to the island of Nantucket is the ultimate romantic adventure. From your base at the inviting Jared Coffin House, in the center of town, you can explore the island’s many galleries, boutiques, eateries, architecture and history. Pack a picnic lunch and bike around the island, go out on a sunset sail or let the concierge book you a romantic cruise. At the historic inn, with its cozy nooks for reading and charming rooms, many with four-poster beds, all with crisp, white linens, enjoy coffee and pastries in the morning, then grab beach chairs, towels and an umbrella and head for a sandy beach. Come back in the evening for a steak, a cocktail and to watch the sun set over this quaint town.

The Nantucket Hotel & Resort

77 Easton Street Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-228-4747 Toll-Free: 866-807-6011

Romance is in the ocean breezes at our welcoming Nantucket resort

There is something in the ocean air at the grand Nantucket Hotel + Resort: Call it romance. Ask for a spacious suite or private cottage with a gas fireplace or ocean view (and perhaps a vintage tub), and prepare to relax in casual luxury at our Hotel, which features two heated outdoor pools (one for adults only); a hot tub; on-site Breeze restaurant with glowing fire pits, serving contemporary New England and international cuisine; and exceptional service. It’s only a short walk to Brant Point Lighthouse or downtown Nantucket from our Resort, or perhaps you’d enjoy a bike trip (sunsets are marvelous at Madaket) or browsing the town’s charming boutiques. Our Romance Package includes a bottle of Prosecco, chocolate-covered strawberries “dressed” in tuxedos, late checkout and a discount on massages at our signature fitness and spa facility, The Nantucket Club where couples’ massages can be enhanced with champagne.

The Cove on the Waterfront

13 South Orleans Road - Route 28 Orleans, MA, 02653 Phone: 508-255-1203 Toll-Free: 800-343-2233

Get to know the Cape, and each other, from this Orleans inn

Savor the beauty of the Outer Cape when you plan your couples getaway at The Cove on the Waterfront, in the heart of Orleans, one of Cape Cod’s most charming towns. Ask for a suite with a fireplace, or a room with a private deck overlooking the water (and wake every morning to sea breezes). Enjoy the sparkling pool in season, or stroll down to romantic restaurants, boutiques and galleries. Rent a kayak to explore the bay’s many inlets, tour a lighthouse, bike the gorgeous Cape Cod Rail Trail or pitch an umbrella on a bay or ocean beach, lake or pond. (Paw Wah Point, along Pleasant Bay, is a particularly lovely spot for walking and picnicking.) Go whale-, bird- or seal-watching, deep-sea fishing or play a round of golf. The options are endless “Down Cape".

Cape Codder Resort & Spa

1225 Iyannough Road Hyannis, MA, 02601 Phone: 877-568-8233

Escape for a romantic rendez-vous at the Cape Codder and you may never want to leave!

Everything is here for you...relax in your oversized Jacuzzi and nestle next to the fire for a romantic evening (both amenities available in elegantly appointed suites). Experience tranquility together with a Couples Massage in our Beach Plum Spa. Savor delightful cuisine, fine wines and entertainment in our Grand Cru Restaurant or award-winning cuisine at our Hearth ‘n Kettle Restaurant or enjoy outdoor dining and entertainment on The Deck. Make a splash in the Water Park or Heated Outdoor Pool. Stroll through the manicured courtyard or roast marshmallows by the bonfire. Shopping, attractions, beaches and more are all close-by. Romantic couples’ packages available. Reserve online for the lowest rate…guaranteed.

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ShoreWay Acres Inn

Historic Shore Street Falmouth, MA, 02541 Phone: 508-540-3000 Toll-Free: 800-352-7100

Take a romantic time out in historic Falmouth

Seclusion and solitude are yours and you’ll have plenty of both on a historic street in a easily accessible part of Cape Cod. Walk the scenic and shop strewn streets amid galleries, shops and intimate cafes. Turn around and you’re at picture-perfect Surf Drive Beach with its spectacular view of Martha's Vineyard Island and Nobska Lighthouse on the bluff. Four fully restored 18th century Sea Captain's houses offer the cozy comfort and romance of a country inn with traditional furnishings and yesteryear charm. Two contemporary buildings offer the streamlined style of a conventional hotel. Park the car, settle in and when you feel like it, set out for the village, beach, duck pond, bird sanctuary, day spa, trolley stop, churches, library and "restaurant row" - with a dozen excellent eateries.

Edgewater Beach Resort

95 Chase Avenue Dennisport, MA, 02639 Phone: 508-398-6922 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

Cape Cod, and romance, are waiting for you at this comfortable resort

Escape to the shores of romantic Cape Cod Bay by booking your vacation at the Edgewater Beach Resort. From your comfortable, roomy quarters with water views at the resort (some units come with fireplaces), take a short stroll over the sand to a private beach, where the two of you can soak in the sun and salt air – or revel in the pastels of a Cape Cod sunset. Back at the resort, enjoy the amenities, from the indoor pool and spa, heated outdoor pool, whirlpool and hot tub to the putting green and fitness center. Take a short drive to Chatham, one of the Cape’s loveliest towns, perfect for strolling and dining, or head to the ferry docks and travel over to Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard.

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

2907 Main Street (Route 6A) Brewster, MA, 02631 Phone: 508-896-9000 Toll-Free: 800-343-6074

Swept Away

Your senses are in for a treat at this romantic Cape Cod lodging. As Cape Cod Bay comes into breathtaking views, the wind and surf will call your names. The scent of the sea, of manicured lawns and flowering gardens will fill the head. Delicious food from fine to casual dining to rooftop, terrace and poolside cocktails and fare will quench the thirst and hungers. You'll be swept away by natural beauty, historic charm, unlimited amenities and first class service in not one but two spectacular locations on 429 acres. Enjoy private guest rooms or villas, the beach, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness centers, weight rooms and a golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. The region's premier location for recreation and relaxation has something for every lover.

The Wauwinet

120 Wauwinet Road Nantucket, MA, 02584 Phone: 508-228-0145 Toll-Free: 800-426-8718

Romance in bloom along the stunning Nantucket coast

The Wauwinet resort has been providing a romantic escape for guests for almost a century and a half. That tradition continues today, beginning with your arrival at the inn, taking in the lounges on sweeping lawns down to the sea, lush gardens and spectacular views of Nantucket Bay. With the inn’s Splurge Package, a dozen oysters and champagne await you in your spacious, luxurious room, suite or cottage. Or, with the Ride & Rose Package, stay for two nights and let the inn provide a rose champagne picnic for two from the celebrated TOPPER’S restaurant as well as a custom romantic escape bike map. Spend your day at the beach, exploring galleries, then grab a sunset cocktail on the restaurant deck.

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Lamb and Lion Inn

2504 Route 6A Barnstable, MA, 02630 Phone: 508-362-6823 Toll-Free: 800-909-6923

Romance Packages to make your cup runneth over

The best B&B/Inn on the Cape doesn’t miss a beat when it comes to romance. If it were a novel, Fabio would be on the cover. Rooms with wood-burning fireplaces, top-of-the-line bedding and linens and modern, in-room baths. Outside a courtyard, a solar-heated salt water pool, year-round hot tub, wood-burning fireplace, a yoga and spa retreat. Gentlemen, take care of business with her favorite seasonal flowers, a bottle of local Truro Vineyards wine, a selection of fresh cheeses and wine-friendly munchies and Inn-made chocolate-covered strawberries. Ladies, show your hunka-hunka some burnin' love with a large growler of freshly brewed Cape Cod Beer, bags of Cape Cod Chips, a lightship basket of local munchies and two souvenir Cape Cod Beer pint glasses. He will thank you, “thankyouverymudge.”

Cove at Yarmouth

183 Main Street West Yarmouth, MA, 02673 Phone: 508-771-3666 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

So much to do inside and outside your getaway lodging on the Cape

You could spend your entire Cape couple vacation tucked away in one of the 229 suites and townhouses at The Cove in Yarmouth. After all, there are the two indoor and two outdoor pools, the whirlpool spa, the sauna/steam room and gym, three indoor tennis courts and two racquetball courts. The Loft restaurant, with nightly entertainment, serves casual food with a hint of sophistication – you can even get poolside service or order from a late-night menu. Relax in your spacious rooms or order up a massage. If you decide to head out for adventure, you’re close to the Cape’s fabulous beaches, eclectic restaurants, fishing, golf and shopping. Or take a ferry to romantic Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard.

Room with Couple - Dan'l Webster Inn & Spa - Sandwich Village, MA

Dan'l Webster Inn and Spa

149 Main Street Historic Sandwich Village, MA, 02563 Phone: 508-888-3622 Toll-Free: 800-444-3566

A fairy-tale boutique inn...a couples' dream!

The romance of the past with the luxuries of today, this award-winning Inn is the centerpiece of Sandwich Village. Offering forty-eight elegant, individually appointed rooms including plush fireplace suites featuring oversized whirlpool tubs, balconies, heated tile floors and posh Suite Dreams amenities. The Dan’l Webster’s Beach Plum Spa offers a quiet repose for men and women - the Couples Massage is the piece de resistance. Enjoy a romantic dinner, fireside or in the sun or moonlit Conservatory. Savor creative cuisine and innovative chef’s specials. The rustic Tavern at the Inn offers casual fare. The inn is just minutes from the Cape Cod Canal and close to beaches, golf, shopping, historic attractions, hiking and biking. Romantic couples getaway packages available. Reserve direct for the lowest rate…guaranteed.

Pleasant Bay Village Resort

1191 Orleans Road Chatham, MA, 02633 Phone: 508-945-1133 Toll-Free: 800-547-1011

Get away to one of the Cape’s most romantic towns and resorts

Need to get away from the hustle and bustle? For years, couples have been coming to Pleasant Bay Village in Chatham, the Cape’s most charming town, for fun and relaxation. Choose a room or suite with a hydro-massage or Jacuzzi bathtub and a view of the resort’s peaceful Zen courtyard with small waterfalls. Stroll through colorful gardens, with several nooks for conversation, or enjoy a swim in the pristine outdoor pool. And don’t forget to experience all quaint Chatham has to offer, from fabulous restaurants to boutiques, galleries, antiques shops and bookstores. Walk by stately Chatham Light, stake your umbrella on a gorgeous ocean beach or take a day trip to the National Seashore, Cape Cod Rail Trail or the nightlife of Provincetown or Hyannis.

Hyannis Holiday Motel

131 Ocean Street Hyannis, MA, 02601 Phone: 508-775-1639 Toll-Free: 800-423-1551

Cape Cod and this comfortable harborside hotel are made for couples

The romance of Cape Cod – sandy beaches, sunset cruises, restaurants with secluded patio tables – can be yours from your comfortable room at the Hyannis Holiday Motel. Watch the boats come in and the sun set in pastel skies from your waterview room in this motel directly across from the harbor. Enjoy a dip in the heated indoor or harborview outdoor pool. Have a cup of coffee and a pastry while planning a day trip to romantic Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard – the ferry terminal is just steps away. Or stroll among the boutiques and bistros of Main Street, Hyannis, which really comes alive at night. Head for the beach, go for a sail, browse through a gallery or enjoy a quiet cocktail for two.

Nantucket Island Resorts and Hotels

Several Wonderful Locations Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-325-1000 Toll-Free: 800-475-2637

Timeless, scenic Nantucket backdrop for romantic escape

If you have a fantasy about a romantic island getaway, Nantucket Island Resorts would like to turn it into reality. You might book one of the exquisitely decorated rooms at the Wauwinet, noted for its superior service, natural beauty and access to beautiful beaches. Relax at their spa or choose one of the 1,450 wines at Topper’s restaurant. Or perhaps you’d rather stay in the White Elephant Village, in an in-town loft or garden cottage with a fireplace or deck with a gorgeous water view. Or feel like you are vacationing in a mansion at the historic Jared Coffin House, stepping out to stroll Nantucket’s charming cobblestone streets. Whatever your destination, concierge staff will make your romantic getaway dreams come true.

White Elephant

50 Easton Street Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-228-2500 Toll-Free: 800-445-6574

Get away to Nantucket for romance, relaxation

Your romantic getaway at the White Elephant on Nantucket begins even before you arrive with a call to our pre-visit concierge, who can suggest activities from spa services to island tours. With our Romance Package, your island getaway starts with champagne in your room, dinner (try the local oysters) in our lauded Brant Point Grill, followed by a sunset cruise. Whether you stay in a light-filled suite at the classic hotel that edges the harbor, a sophisticated in-town loft, a garden cottage with a fireplace, or a residence in charming White Elephant Village, the features are the same: luxury linens, jaw-dropping views, easy walks to beaches and boutiques, access to a heated outdoor pool and fitness center – and impeccable service.

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