Get to Know Barnstable

Barnstable is the largest city on Cape Cod, in both land mass and population, and comprises seven villages, each with its own distinct vibe: Centerville, Cotuit, Barnstable, West Barnstable, Marstons Mills, and Hyannis. Hyannis is the best known and the busiest village, thanks to its association with the Kennedy family and because it serves as the main transportation hub for all of Cape Cod. In the summer, there are daily arrivals and departures to and from Hyannis by plane, boat, bus, and rail, with direct trips available to Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, Provincetown, and Boston. All seven villages are replete with Cape Cod charm, featuring a mix of beautiful beaches with sandy walkways lined with bursts of bright pink beach roses, strollable Main Streets with old-fashioned ice cream parlors and taffy candy stores, and art galleries and antique stores galore.

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Living in Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket

Cape Cod and the islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket have been synonymous with summer for generations, the epitome of a New England escape. The siren call of this region has beckoned to a wide swath of visitors, from day trippers to Presidents, with the promise of relaxed days and nights spent in a magical world of beaches, lighthouses, and shingled cottages both big and small. There’s space for everyone here: Kids ride the same valiant steeds as their grandparents did at the carousel in Oak Bluffs, while boldfaced names, wealthy financiers, and first-time visitors all pile into local clam shacks for deep-fried seafood and just caught lobster. There’s also a significantly smaller population that lives here year-round — these are the residents that pride themselves on knowing all the secret spots when the highways and beaches clear out and the Cape and the islands return to their meditative, foggy, winter selves.