You came to Cape Cod for fun, a four-seasons climate, plenty of beach time, and to relax and let go of the stresses of everyday life. There are a variety places where you can score the items and services you need for a relaxing, stress-free Cape Cod getaway.
Day 1: Getting Settled
Your Rental
Getting settled at your Cape Cod rental provided by Pretty Picky Properties is key to your relaxation. Once you have everything where you need and want it, the relaxation can begin! Our rentals are full of comfortable furnishings, cozy beds, and more that will have you in complete relaxation. And you won’t have to worry about making beds when you arrive – they are ready for you!
Dining Arrangements
You may turn to your fully equipped kitchen to prepare some meals. Sometimes there’s nothing more relaxing than going out and letting someone else take care of the cooking and serving. The many towns of Cape Cod have restaurants serving up every meal of the day, from traditional American fare to tastes from afar like Italy, Ireland, and even Brazil. Make a plan for which meals you’ll eat in, and which you’ll eat out, so you have your vacation menu planned out.
Day 2: Entertainment
Entertainment Hot Spots
While some people may go for the chaos of a “fun center,” there are more laid-back ways to stay entertained on your Cape Cod visit. The towns of Cape Cod are well-known for their cultural scenes, including art, theater, and more. Many towns have cultural centers, theaters, comedy clubs, and other locations where you can take in either a live performance or see Hollywood’s latest offerings. When the sun goes down, there are a number of bars, taverns, and clubs offering adults-only entertainment to unwind after a long day.
Beaches
There is plenty to do at the beach for a day of relaxation. Go swimming in the Atlantic, sit out and sunbathe, or retreat under the shade of an umbrella with a book and picnic. The Cape Cod National Seashore is nearly 40 miles of beachfront spanning Chatham, Eastham, Orleans, Provincetown, Truro, and Wellfleet. There are non-oceanfront beaches like First Encounter Beach, Mayflower Beach, and others where you can enjoy a day on the sand, too.
Sightseeing Tours
There are a variety of historic and other significant sights to see around Cape Cod. While you could get in your car and plot your own course, the more relaxing option would be to let someone else do the driving. There are a variety of companies in the towns of Cape Cod that offer guided tours of the area, hitting on all the hot spots. Knowledgeable guides will take you to all the places for sightseeing in Cape Cod and fill you in on everything you want to know. Select a specialty tour that includes food or wine tastings, sunset tours, and night tours that offer a different perspective than any daytime tour can offer.
Bookstores
The name of Where the Sidewalk Ends Bookstore pays homage to famed author and poet Shel Silverstein. Located in East Chatham in a two-story antique barn, it’s just minutes from the beach so you can grab something new when you finish your beach reading. If you love the smell of old books, step into Tim’s Used Books in Provincetown. If you’ve taken a day trip to Martha’s Vineyard, stop in at Bunch of Grapes Bookstore where you’ll find books by independent authors as well as the latest New York Times
Day 3: Relax Your Body and Mind
Spas
A day at the spa is a great way to relax completely at the end of your trip. The many towns of Cape Cod host a number of spas and salons. Go home relaxed, rejuvenated, and refreshed! Choose from services like manicures, pedicures, body wraps or scrubs, a variety of massages, and more. Spas aren’t just for the women of the group. Many offer men’s services like manicures, pedicures, scalp treatments, and more that cater to his specific needs. Select spas even have salons where you can get a new haircut, or have your makeup professionally done – along with a lesson to keep up the routine once you get home.
Fitness
Select rentals provided by Pretty Picky Properties have home gym equipment to keep up on your regular routines. For added relaxation, there are gyms, wellness centers, and spas that offer fitness classes, yoga, Pilates, and other activities to re-center your mind and body before returning home.
Relaxation Every Day on Cape Cod
When planning your Cape Cod journey of pure relaxation, make sure your home base full of relaxation is a vacation rental provided by Pretty Picky Properties. We offer two-bedroom units for you and your small family or group all the way up to a ten-bedroom mansion to provide Cape Cod relaxation for all of your loved ones. Prepare a delicious home-cooked meal of your own in the fully equipped kitchen. Lounge inside in beautiful living spaces or enjoy the view from the private balcony or patio or spend some time near the pool at select rentals.
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